Like it's been written here already, different strokes for different folks. I edc an Emerson CQC7, and it's all the tool that i need on an everyday basis. I also own a Gerber Recoil Auto-Plier Tool & tried to carry it on my belt, but felt silly doing so. I feel the same way about carring a cell phone in the same fashion..but thats another story.I love the Gerber, it's a well made tool; but it's too bulky for edc IMHO.that's why i keep it in my glove box and put it in my pack whenever I head ot to the woods.Because of my lifestyle, i perfer to go with the less is more attitude, when it comes to the gear i carry..