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#120631 - 01/18/08 12:55 AM Re: EDC container [Re: ]
kilgor Offline
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Originally Posted By: Hacksaw
I zoomed in on a picture I took of it in a recent post next to some every day items so you can get perspective. I hope the picture isn't too big.


Measured it's about 5 7/8 inches long, 3 1/4 inches wide at the lid (the widest pat) and about a 1/2 inch thick. 3/4 with the cord and tape wrapped around it. It weighs about 4oz. fully loaded.

I don't use the shoulder cord it came with but the cord you see wrapped around it is tied to the case so I can make my own if I need to.


Thanks for the measurements. That one is half as thick but an inch and half longer. It might carry easier, but will hold a little less. Also, as you mentioned the stuff inside will be a little harder to access. But for about $10 shipped I'll get one to try out too.

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#120646 - 01/18/08 02:45 AM Re: EDC container [Re: ironraven]
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Lockable

soft and very pocket friendly

all of them

What do you think?

I'm glad you guys came up with these because my pocket edc bag has been a ziplock, yes, a ziplock. It works, but something more protective would be cool.



Edited by Jeff (01/18/08 02:46 AM)
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#120648 - 01/18/08 03:09 AM Re: EDC container [Re: Jeff]
kilgor Offline
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If I am going to carry a hard side container, I would choose a waterproof one. So the first one is out for me personally.

That soft case you link to would be a good choice for a person who doesn't need and desire waterproofness.

The small size is 4¼" x 3" x 1¼"

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Our indestructible fly boxes are 75% lighter than our adjustable fly boxes. These fly boxes can be stepped on, folded in half, or run over and they pop back into shape. Saltwater fly box features elastic shock cord that keeps the box securely closed.



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#120654 - 01/18/08 04:07 AM Re: EDC container [Re: Jeff]
ironraven Offline
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If the dividers are removable, they might be great. But if not, the individual compartments aren't very big.
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#120664 - 01/18/08 11:58 AM Re: EDC container [Re: ironraven]
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Yes, I would hope the dividers are removable.
I am thinking about the soft case since it has softer edges. I would put it in a ziplock to waterproof it.
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#121089 - 01/22/08 07:08 PM Re: EDC container [Re: oceanside]
kilgor Offline
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I received mine today. I got the bright orange version, figuring it would be easier to find if dropped.

I measured internal dimensions at 3 7/8" x 3 1/16" x 1 1/4".

First impression was that it was smaller than I had visualized (even though I had the measurements from the internet grin ). The rounded corners are great and make it carry like a bar of soap rather than a 2x4. I am carrying it on my left rear pocket and it looks exactly like a wallet. It is the same size as a well stuffed trifold wallet.

One negative is that if overstuffed, the waterseal won't be tight enough to seal, so I had to watch that.

The large compartments are 1 1/2 x 7/8" x 1/2". I removed both small compartment modules and one large compartment module, opening up half of the box for thicker items. The remaining module comes with removable dividers that can cut each compartment in half. I put those in to make 6 compartments, which hold 5 advil or 13 psuedoephedrine or 4 foam earplugs (compressed) or 1 halls cough drop.

I am happy with it, but if you need to compress a lot of things into it, the container that Hacksaw posted above may be better as the camming action of the latch may pull the lid tighter onto the seal.






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#121095 - 01/22/08 07:33 PM Re: EDC container [Re: ]
kilgor Offline
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Originally using it soley as a FAK wasn't my intention, but I bought a Maxpedition anemone that can carry my cell phone and other small EDC items in that.


Edited by kilgor (01/22/08 07:33 PM)

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#121105 - 01/22/08 07:58 PM Re: EDC container [Re: kilgor]
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Yet another Witz Case-like option at a good price. Available many retailers (mine from Sportsman's Warehouse just under $5). Comes with lanyard, carabiner, and some rudimentary first aid items. Identical to empty Witz Keep-It-Safe except lid is straight vs. slanted on Witz. Suspect it's manufactured by Witz. Waterproof and practically indestructible. 2.7" x 4.3" x 1.3" exterior. First Aid sticker peels off.

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#121494 - 01/26/08 01:45 AM Re: EDC container [Re: kilgor]
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It looks as good as I had hoped- I've been wondering all week how well this worked for you.
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