All my EDC items on my person I never even have to look at. I'm like that with tools too, I know them by feel and know exactly where they are without having to look.

My bag on the other hand is packed very loosely so I went for a larger bag than most people would. I like being able to grab stuff out and throw it right back in without having to squeeze stuff in. Everything has a pocket it's designated to go in, but I don't worry about WHERE in that pocket it ends up.

Except the first aid kit, outside pocket, basically the only thing in that pocket, very easy access. I also have a flashlight clipped to the zipper pull on the outside of the bag to make it easier in the dark to get items out/in.