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What Makes a Good Everyday Carry Wallet?

By John Cruz

Last Updated December 31, 2025

Wallets are one of the most personal pieces of everyday carry. They’re used multiple times ...

The Wide-Jaw Nail Cutter That Actually Works

By John Cruz

Last Updated December 31, 2025

Some products solve a problem so cleanly that you wonder why everyone isn’t talking about ...

What Counts as a Tool in Everyday Carry?

By John Cruz

Last Updated December 31, 2025

Everyday carry gets talked about as a single category, but not everything we carry serves ...

The Find: A Brass Worry Coin With Perfect Patina Potential

By John Cruz

Last Updated December 31, 2025

There’s something timeless about a solid brass worry coin. Heavy in the hand, warm to ...

The Find: A Titanium Grenade Capsule Built For Everyday Carry

By John Cruz

Last Updated December 31, 2025

As a child, I was always fascinated by capsules. Whether large or small, I liked ...

How Magnetic Quick Release Keychains Work

By John Cruz

Last Updated December 31, 2025

Magnetic quick-release keychains look simple on the outside, but there’s a surprising amount of engineering ...

Knife Lock Types Explained: Frame Lock, Liner Lock, and More

By John Cruz

Last Updated January 14, 2026

There are a few knife lock types that you should know about, unless you want ...

Titanium vs Aluminum For EDC Gear: What’s the Difference?

By John Cruz

Last Updated December 31, 2025

Titanium and aluminum both show up across modern everyday carry, but their similarities end at ...

How Bolt-Action Pens Work: The Mechanics Behind the Action

By John Cruz

Last Updated December 31, 2025

Learning how bolt-action pens work will not only make you get one, but you will ...

Is The Grunt Pen By Voodoo Tactical the Best Pen Under $20?

By John Cruz

Last Updated December 31, 2025

The Grunt Pen by Voodoo Tactical is considered one of the best pens for its ...

Steel VS Titanium: Which is Actually the Better Material For Gear?

By John Cruz

Last Updated December 31, 2025

Steel or titanium? It’s the age-old debate in the gear world, and you won’t know ...

Vero Open Water 41 Daybreak Watch Review: Why This is My New EDC Watch

By John Cruz

Last Updated December 31, 2025

So, I finally got my hands on the Vero Open Water 41 Daybreak watch, and ...

Beginner’s Guide to EDC

By John Cruz

Last Updated January 6, 2026

EDC has taken the gear world by storm, and it is not slowing down. What ...

Welcome to MetalDetected: Your Guide to Everyday Carry (EDC)

By John Cruz

Last Updated January 6, 2026

Welcome to MetalDetected, which was created for you, the EDC gear enthusiast. Like you, we ...