🎒 Everyday Carry (EDC) Setup: What’s in My EDC & Why It Matters

🎒 What’s in My EDC? Firearms, Tools, and Preparedness Tips

You’ve got your concealed carry permit. You’ve got your favorite firearm. But when it comes to Everyday Carry (EDC), you need more than just a gun in your waistband and a dream in your heart.

EDC is about being prepared without being paranoid. It’s the tactical version of carrying your wallet and keys — with a little more boom and a lot more planning.

Here’s a breakdown of what should be in your everyday carry kit if you want to walk through the world ready for anything.

1. 🔫 EDC Firearm – Your Mainline Defense Tool

Your carry gun should be:

• Reliable (because click = bad)
• Comfortable to carry (no bricks in belts)
• Concealable (unless you're going for “armed lumberjack” vibes)

Top EDC choices:

• Glock 43X or 19 – Simple and reliable
• Sig P365 XMacro – Compact, high capacity
• Smith & Wesson Shield Plus – Slim, with options

🎯 Want to see what we carry?
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2. 🔦 Weapon Light or Tactical Flashlight

80% of bad things happen in low light. A solid light helps you:

• Identify threats
• Avoid shooting what shouldn’t be shot (like your dog or your neighbor Carl)
• Signal or search if needed

💡 We recommend a SureFire, Streamlight, or Olight depending on your carry style.

👉 Check Out Tactical Accessories

3. 🪓 Pocket Knife or Multitool

Because sometimes the biggest threat is a clamshell package or a zip tie.

Go for:

• Assisted opening knives
• Multi-tools with pliers/screwdrivers
• Lightweight and low-profile options

Bonus points if it doesn’t scream “mall ninja.”

👉🏻  Here are some fine points

4. 🔋 Spare Magazine

More ammo is never a bad thing. Carry one extra mag using:

• IWB/OWB magazine pouch
• Dedicated mag holders with retention
• Back pocket (if you're in a rush, not ideal)

Practice mag changes. Fumbling a reload in real life is like forgetting your lines during a robbery.

👉 Grab Extra Mags & Pouches

5. 📱 Smartphone

The best defensive tool is communication.

Use it to:

• Call 911
• Document encounters
• Get GPS/location
• Record critical info after a defensive event

Plus, how else will you read more blogs like this one?

6. 🩹 Small IFAK (Individual First Aid Kit)

You don’t need to carry a full trauma kit, but having:

• Tourniquet
• Chest seal
• Gloves
• Trauma dressing

…can mean the difference between a survival story and a statistic.

👉 We stock medical gear, too. Ask in-store or check accessories.

7. 📄 ID, Permit & Insurance Card

If you carry, you need:

• Driver’s license
• Concealed carry permit
• Firearms liability insurance card (optional but smart)

Keep these easily accessible.

🚨Pro tip:  Not the time to be digging around while the officer taps your window.

🔁 Practice, Test, Rotate

Your EDC setup isn’t “set it and forget it.”
Test your gear:

• Can you draw safely while seated in your car?
• Can you reload under stress?
• Does your light actually work in the dark?

What works in December might feel miserable in July. Adjust based on the season, your clothing, and your mission.

✅ EDC Checklist Recap:

Gear	Purpose
EDC Handgun	Primary defense tool
Tactical Light	Low-light ID & safety
Knife/Multitool	Utility & emergency
Spare Magazine	Ammo = survival
Smartphone	Communication & recording
Mini IFAK	Medical emergencies
ID/Permit	Legal compliance

🔗 Helpful Resources:

• 🔫 Shop Handguns & Carry Pistols
• 🧠 Firearms Training & EDC Classes
• 🎒 Holsters, Lights & EDC Gear

🎤 Final Thoughts

Everyday Carry isn't about paranoia. It's about peace of mind. It's knowing that if the worst happens — you’re ready to protect yourself, your family, and whoever’s lucky enough to be in your shadow.

Need help building your first EDC loadout?
👋 Come visit us at The Riot Firearms, and we’ll help you build a rig that fits your life and your style — no mall ninja vibes required.