Even Art of Manliness has mentioned it, but never really defined the concept for the average gent. Today, I'm going to give you a primer on EDC, and explore the various ways a man can use it to his advantage.

What does the term everyday carry mean?

At the most literal level, your everyday carry is the collection of items you carry with you in your pockets or in your bag on a daily basis.

They're the things you tap your pockets for before you head out the door, the things you feel naked without, and the things that would throw off your whole day if you had to do without them. They are valuable not just in a monetary or sentimental way; your everyday carry is comprised of items that you find truly essential.