Everyday Carry: Standard Issue

Standard Issue in the traditional sense is all that equipment the job, the military, or the top secret government agency gives you to perform your duty. Unfortunately in the world of EDC, no one gives you anything—you’ve got to accrue it yourself. Taking Weiss’s impressive Standard Issue watch as the springboard, here’s our version of standard issue everyday carry—four rock-solid tools that get the job done.  

Weiss 38mm Standard Issue Field Watch

Before the Weiss Watch Company hits their tenth anniversary, check out the micro brand’s signature timepiece so you can say you knew them back when. The Standard Issue Field Watch features Weiss’s proprietary automatic mechanical movement and each piece is meticulously designed and assembled by hand—with a look that’s pure American tradition. 

Shinola Utility Folded Card Holder

If you had the tools, some hide, and mad leatherworking skills, this might be the wallet you’d make yourself. Crafted in the US from folded and unlined leather, the minimalist Shinola Utility Folded card holder hits that sweet spot between classic form and enduring function.    

Gerber Impromptu Tactical Pen

“Impromptu” is a pretty great name for a tactical pen—situations where you call on your pen for glass breaking or self defense tend to be pretty unexpected. Gerber’s USA-made, machined steel barrel and hardened tip will definitely step up when needed. But the write-anywhere pen function is also great for spontaneous back-of-the-napkin inspiration sessions. 

The James Brand Elko Knife

Made to feel right at home on your keychain, the Elko is the most minimal blade The James Brand offers. At just 1.74 inches, the Sandvik 12C27 steel blade will handle a dozen small tasks in a given day, while the multi-function titanium keyring takes on prying, bottle opening, and screwdriving duties. 

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