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WaterField Designs has a new sling pouch that you’ll want for those light EDC days

NEWS – Earlier this week Waterfield Designs introduced their latest bag, the Sutter Sling Pouch. If that sounds a little familiar, that’s because Smythe reviewed the Sutter Tech Sling earlier this year.

Although the Sutter Sling Pouch shares a similar design aesthetic with the Tech Sling, the Sling Pouch has been designed as a minimalist crossbody bag that can be used just to carry the essentials.

Made in San Francisco, CA, this wearable pouch is available in tan waxed canvas with chocolate leather accents or black ballistic nylon with black leather accents. The WaterField Designs Sutter Sling Pouch also features:

  • Angled strap attachment creates a clean look and keeps bag flat against the back or chest.
  • Quick-adjust metal cam lock easily tightens/loosens the strap.
  • Front, ultra-soft-lined pocket is ideal for smartphones and other quick-access items.
  • Two interior, open-topped pockets store small items.
  • Key fob facilitates convenient key retrieval.
  • Gold, rip-stop liner lights up the interior, so contents are easy to locate.
  • Back panel is padded with firm, closed-cell foam that is lined with moisture-wicking mesh, providing extra cushioning for the back or chest and for pouch contents.
  • YKK water-repellent zippers keep contents secure.

You can pre-order the Sutter Sling Pouch for $119 and it will start shipping on 3/8/19 so the wait is very short. Visit WaterField Designs at sfbags.com for all the details.

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WaterField Designs has a new sling pouch that you’ll want for those light EDC days originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on March 3, 2019 at 9:00 am.

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Happy Birthday Steve Jobs, grills, sling bags, and more – Weekly roundup

NEWS – I’m worn out from doing nothing so far today. How about you? Then join me for a relaxing session of Gadgeteer reading. Get cozy and check out a comprehensive list of all the articles, reviews, and news that we posted this week.

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Happy Birthday Steve Jobs, grills, sling bags, and more – Weekly roundup originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on March 2, 2019 at 2:36 pm.

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Leatherman’s new FREE series multi-tools use freaking magnets!

NEWS – I’ve had a red Leatherman Squirt as part of my EDC for a couple of years and I use it pretty regularly. I also have a couple of full-sized multi-tools that I keep for around the home jobs. The only bad thing about most multi-tools is that you have to use your fingernails to pry out the individual tools. That’s not a big deal if you have strong nails, but mine have a tendency to split or chip if I’m not careful. I know it sounds crazy, but that’s the biggest reason why I’m excited about Leatherman’s new FREE series of multi-tools because they feature magnets for low friction when opening and closing.

These newly redesigned multi-tools not only look different than other Leatherman tools, but they have a lot of new tech built into them. Namely magnets and that the tools are accessible from the outside and can be deployed with one hand.

There are 3 different series of tools. There’s the P Series that you see above, it’s a full-sized fold out multi-tool with pliers and a selection of other small tools.

There’s the smaller T Series tool that reminds me of a Swiss Army knife because it includes just the essentials like a knife and screwdrivers, scissors, and a bottle opener. This one looks really good to me because it’s small and includes a pair of scissors. I think this one could replace my Squirt.

Then there’s the K Series which also features a pocket knife, but it has other tools that pivot out of the handle. What do you think? Are you excited about these new tools too? The FREE series will start rolling out in April with the P Series which will be priced starting at $120. The T Series will be available in June starting at $40 and finally, the K Series will show up in August starting at $80. Head over to Leatherman.com for more pics and videos that show the new magnetic tech.

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Leatherman’s new FREE series multi-tools use freaking magnets! originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on March 2, 2019 at 11:00 am.

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The WESN Allman Everyday Carry Pocket Knife – Noteable crowdfunding campaign

CROWDFUNDED – If you are a fan of knives, EDC, or both, the WESN Allman Everyday Carry Pocket Knife might be of interest to you.  Currently being offered in a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign, it’s a mid-sized knife with a slim profile, flipper blade, and locking mechanism that is available with either G10 polymer or Titanium handle.  Let’s have a quick look!

What is it?

“The WESN Allman Everyday Carry Pocket Knife is a compact lightweight knife that fits right in your hand. Functional and sleek, the Allman is weighted and designed to be at your side wherever you go.”

Why do I like it?

Billy Chester ran a very successful Kickstarter campaign for his WESN Titanium Micro Blade knife, a campaign which raised almost $220,000, and this knife is now available for order on an ongoing basis. I mention this because it should provide confidence in his ability to deliver a crowdfunded campaign. In addition, the WESN Allman includes many style and design elements that are similar to the WESN Titanium Micro Blade, but with a 2.75″ blade and 3.75″ handle, the WESN Allman not an overly large folding knife. It has a manual-open, ball-bearing assisted “flipper” for quick one-hand deployment of its SV35 steel blade. It is available with either a G10 glass fiber polymer material handle which includes a liner lock, or titanium handle with frame lock. Also includes a milled pocket clip and a lanyard hole.

Where can I find more info?

The WESN Allman Everyday Carry Pocket Knife campaign ends on March 29, 2019. To date, over 480 backers have already pledged over $60,000 toward the $24,000 funding goal. Pledge packages start at $75 for a G10 handle knife and increase from there based on the options selected. After the end of the campaign period, rewards are expected to start shipping in July 2019. Visit the WESN Allman Knife campaign site for more information or to become a backer.

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Protect your new Samsung Galaxy S10 series smartphone with one of these cases

NEWS – Last week I shared with you that I pre-ordered the Samsung Galaxy S10+ as soon as I could. I haven’t been this excited to get a new phone in a long time. I am even planning to take a vacation day next Friday when it is supposed to be delivered. Hey, it’s a good excuse to burn a vacation day so don’t judge me 😉

When most of us shell out a considerable amount of cash to buy a new phone, we want to keep it looking new for as long as we can. The main way we can do that is to protect it with a case. So here are a few Samsung Galaxy S10 series case options to consider if you’re getting a new S10 too.

Otterbox Galaxy S10 Series Cases

If your nickname is fumble fingers, you know you are going to need a case that will protect your phone from more than everyday wear and tear. You’re going to need a case from the Otterbox Symmetry and Commuter series to protect from from an occasional drop.

  • Symmetry Series – slim protection in a stylish case with a variety of color and graphic options.
  • Pursuit Series – the toughest, thinnest OtterBox case – protects against dust, dirt and snow, available for Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10+.
  • Defender Series – protects from everyday bumps and fumbles while port covers help keep out dust and debris.
  • Defender Series Pro – offers an anti-microbial material that protects against common germs while offering the same drop and port protection as Defender Series.
  • Commuter Series – offers an updated design that delivers added grip on the slipcover.
  • Alpha Glass – a shatter-resistant and scratch-proof design keeps the Galaxy S10e display safe from front-facing drops in the parking lot or keys in your bag. Alpha Glass screen protectors are compatible with OtterBox cases.
  • Strada Series – folio style case that provides slots for cash and credit cards.

Head over to otterbox.com to see their full S10 series line up. Case prices range from $39.95 up to $69.95.

Grip2U Cases

I haven’t gotten into the whole PopSocket craze and if you haven’t either, but wouldn’t mind having some extra help holding on to your phone, the Grip2U cases feature a wide silicone band that your fingers can slide under for extra grip. The cases are available in black or clear and are only $29.99. You can check them out at preventthedrop.com

Gear4 Cases

My favorite case out of the ones I’ve shown you here is the Gear4 case because you can buy Chelsea design packs for it. The packs are interchangeable design panels that will let you change up your style without buying a brand new case. The packs are available in a variety of different patterns and artwork and are compatible with the clear Gear4 case. Each pack comes with 4 different panels for $14.99. The clear case is priced at $39.99. You can read more about them over at gear4.com

If none of these cases are appealing to you, never fear because there are a bazillion other Samsung Galaxy S10 series cases to choose from. Just head over to Amazon and have fun browsing.

Speck Cases

Speck has some interesting cases for the Samsung Galaxy S10 series that I’d like to check out. I especially like their Presidio Grip case which is available in several color combos including the one you see here. Is it just me or are you also getting a Star Wars vibe with this case? Regardless, these cases offer some extra grip with raised rubber strips and they have a raised bezel to protect the S10 and S10+’s curved display. The Presidio Grip is priced at $44.95 and is available now from Speck. Some models are also available on Amazon.

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Protect your new Samsung Galaxy S10 series smartphone with one of these cases originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on March 1, 2019 at 11:09 am.

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