What pokets do you put what in?

[getpower]

I wear Levi jeans, and sometimes I wear Ben Davis pants.

My problem here is that I carry a main folder (Benchmade Griptilian, Spyderco Endura or Pacific Salt, or a Kershaw Shallot). And that goes in my right front pocket with a Vic Executive and a Vic Florist for food usage.

Then I have my wallet in my right back pocket and nothing in the left (I hate stuff in the back pockets) and then I have my very nice cell phone in the left pocket and I rarely have anything else metal in that pocket because I dont want to scratch or break the phone if something should happen.

Anyway, back to the problem, I would like to start EDC'ing my Leatherman Charge TTi because I think it would benefit me at work. The thing is that I wear coveralls, so a sheath is not an option (so the pocket clip is installed on it right now) and I just cant seem to make it comfortable anywhere else.

So, my question to you guys is where do you guys put all of the stuff that you carry on you? Which pocket and what do you carry?

[Benner]

You need combats mate.  Plenty of pockets then. 

[NutSAK]

I have so many different configurations depending on what I'm carrying and what kind of pants (trousers) I'm wearing, I don't know where to start!

[Tarrodemierda]

You need combats mate.  Plenty of pockets then. 

+1 indeed.any BDU or other military pant-designg is good to carry gear and theyre usually well made.i prefer thatchreed a lot.

[Roadie]

I have so many different configurations depending on what I'm carrying and what kind of pants (trousers) I'm wearing, I don't know where to start!

Ditto, although my wallet always goes in my back right.

[Sea Monster]

A-he-hem

Coin Pocket - Zippo
Right Front - Cash roll
left front - SAK
Left Leg Large - Wallet
Left Leg Other bit - Phone
Right Leg -keys
Right leg other bit - folder.
Arse pockets - Generally I don't want to ruin my nice curves, but assorted notebooks, additional Multis, & accessories.



Pockets are a top thing, right up there with Beards & the cool side of the pillow.

Whether it's "Combats" (or, not being a military themed country, we have Tradesman pants), heavy duty cloth with pockets enough to smuggle the wealth of China should be the mainstay of any man's wardrobe.


(I like to wear mine with wingtips and a vest - there's nothing that says you can't be practical and snappily dressed at the same time)





Oh, and levis should be for women, seriously, no one wants to see the "multitool" in your pocket.

[ducktapehero]

I have replaced most of my shorts with ones that have several pockets. I hope to do the same with my long pants soon.

[Freudian Frog]

I don't like huge baggy pants with huge baggy pockets. I've resorted to clipping a lot to my belts, lately.

[Poncho65]

I had a similar problem this week

I don't wear overalls unless it is Fall or Spring time because of the weather

I got a pair out the other evening to put all of my stuuf it for the next day and suddenly realized (where am I gonna put my sheath)

I ended up clipping my Wave in my ruler/cell phone pocket if your overalls are so equipped then that should help some at least it was good for me

[duckman1975]

left front pocket-handkerchief
right front pocket-keychain and cellphone
coin pocket-Sak explorer (optional)
left back pocket-none empty
right back pocket-wallet
Belt sheath-charge or SURGE, finex L2D light
neck pouch-another cellphone, licence, credit card.

[american lockpicker]

In my left shirt pocket Southord lockpick jack knife, Parker jotter(pen), Wenger SAK. Right shirt pocket Sabre mace pen, Cash, Bic lighter. Left pants pocket front Keys, change, Maglite Solitaire if going to town if at home handgun. Right pants pocket front Peterson lockpick case with Peterson miniknife and Southord short hook, Leatherman Wave. Right side pants pocket Buck knife. Back right pants pocket AAA mini Maglite.

[Splat]

Whether it's "Combats" (or, not being a military themed country, we have Tradesman pants), heavy duty cloth with pockets enough to smuggle the wealth of China should be the mainstay of any man's wardrobe.

Gotta agree there, yep.

Oh, and levis should be for women, seriously, no one wants to see the "multitool" in your pocket.

My girlfriend doesn't agree. 

[Anthony]

Levi's;

Right front pocket:
Black oxide space pen, wallet, and Waved Delica clipped.

Left front pocket:
Zippo, cord wrapped pry bar, keychain (full of stuff attached).

Left rear pocket:
Folded up bandanna, and sometimes cellphone.  Bandanna creates a nice coushon for the phone.

Right rear pocket:
When at work, a retractable box cutter.  When out, nothing...Every pair of jeans has a hole ripped in the bottom of that pocket so I have to duct tape it so the cutter doesn't fall out!


I've been thinking of getting some of those cargo pants, but have absolutely no idea where to look (brands/stores/websites)...any leads?

[AndyTiedye]

Front pockets mostly.
If I'm going minimal, everything's in my wallet:


Sometimes it's a larger knife/multitool and a smaller flashlight, or a sak and a multi, and the flashlight rides somewhere else.

If I'm wearing painter's pants or overalls, there are some nice long skinny pockets that are great for knives or flashlights.

Back pockets are for:

[getpower]

I absolutely hate cargo-type pants. And I think that the guys that wear military-type pants without being in the military are just not right in the head.

And try telling the founder of Levi's jeans that his pants are for women. Especially try telling all of the miners in the 1800's who were ripping holes in their slacks until Levi's jeans came into existance.

[Freudian Frog]

I absolutely hate cargo-type pants. And I think that the guys that wear military-type pants without being in the military are just not right in the head.

And try telling the founder of Levi's jeans that his pants are for women. Especially try telling all of the miners in the 1800's who were ripping holes in their slacks until Levi's jeans came into existance.

I agree with ya, and it's why I need some pock-its on my belt. =(

[Benner]

I absolutely hate cargo-type pants. And I think that the guys that wear military-type pants without being in the military are just not right in the head.

Or just want a lot of pockets?    It seems that makes more sense than trying to squeeze everything into a pair of Levi's 

[Roadie]

I absolutely hate cargo-type pants. And I think that the guys that wear military-type pants without being in the military are just not right in the head.

Or just want a lot of pockets?    It seems that makes more sense than trying to squeeze everything into a pair of Levi's 

That statement made me too, why does wearing a pair of trousers make you not right in the head? I can't stand wearing jeans, and my "combat" trousers have to be the most comfortable trousers i own, and the pockets are just an added bonus really. I'll admit i'm not right in the head, but thats another story

[NutSAK]

I'm with you guys.  I find it difficult to carry what I want unless I wear cargo pants (trousers).  I very rarely wear jeans any more.

That has changed as I've gotten older.  In school I never wore cargos because I cared more about what other people thought of my appearance.  Now that I'm older I care more about comfort and convenience.  I still look pretty damned good too! 

[getpower]

I do want to clear one thing up-cargo pants are cargo pants unless they are real BDUs.

I personally dont like cargo pants, but I meant that the people that wear BDUs around town and stuff MAY (double underlined) have head trauma problems.

[jzmtl]

I've been thinking of getting some of those cargo pants, but have absolutely no idea where to look (brands/stores/websites)...any leads?

Just bought a pair of dockers cargo pants from sears, seems to be very good quality with thick fabric.

And try telling the founder of Levi's jeans that his pants are for women. Especially try telling all of the miners in the 1800's who were ripping holes in their slacks until Levi's jeans came into existance.

Well it ain't 1800 no more, today levi's is nothing more than just another brand that's rides the fasion wave.

[Sea Monster]

That has changed as I've gotten older.  In school I never wore cargos because I cared more about what other people thought of my appearance.  Now that I'm older I care more about comfort and convenience.  I still look pretty damned good too!

I'm not sure I knew "cargos" (I dislike the term, but anyway), existed when I was a lad. All we had was hideous grey pants, if you were lucky you could get your lunch money into one of the pockets (and look like you were having a fit if you ever tried to get it out again)

First of all, I just want to say - niiiice


I've never worn genuine, just-like-the-real-men-in-the-army trousers, but it seems there are a few "cargo" options out there with pockets in ridiculous places and straps, webbing and widgets enough to make anyone despise the concept as frivolous.

As a rule of thumb - if the sticker has the word "urban" on it, trying to actually carry things in the pockets could lead to significant personal injury.

Well it ain't 1800 no more, today levi's is nothing more than just another brand that's rides the fasion wave.

I don't know anything about "fashion waves", but that Brand is "Levis Signature" essentially a levis branded product pumped out of "offshore production facilities"

I'm not sure if you can get real levis anymore, or if they only do the signature line.

[Tarrodemierda]

how about this,it doesnt drop,it has lots of pockets,doesnt cost a fortune,is not military-freak coloured,and all.

[AndyTiedye]

The trouble with cargo pants for me is that I have short legs, so if I fill up those nice big pockets I have stuff banging into my knees.

I much prefer painter's pants or overalls.   Plenty of pockets, including some that are just the right size and shape for tools.
The ones for painters come in white cotton, which is great because I can tiedye them!

[Sea Monster]

The trouble with cargo pants for me is that I have short legs, so if I fill up those nice big pockets I have stuff banging into my knees.

I much prefer painter's pants or overalls.   Plenty of pockets, including some that are just the right size and shape for tools.
The ones for painters come in white cotton, which is great because I can tiedye them!

I remember wearing overalls as recreational wear (I'm not good with belts)

People thought I was trying to make some fashion statement, and I don't respond well to be singled out & different 

[ducttapetech]

Carpenter pants made by Carharrt works great for carrying stuff.

[Smitty44]

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how about this,it doesnt drop,it has lots of pockets,doesnt cost a fortune,is not military-freak coloured,and all.

That's about what I wore back in the 60's when I got my permanent wings as a flight mechanic on an old C-47 (DC-3).I still wear Levis,for over 60 yrs,but they have to be orig. 501's so I can unbutton one or two after a good meal.

[AndyTiedye]

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how about this,it doesnt drop,it has lots of pockets,doesnt cost a fortune,is not military-freak coloured,and all.

Is that the only color it comes in?
What's the material?

[I'm Still Bison]

Smitty can answer that in much better detail than I can,but I've seen them in navy blue,and orange.I believe the newer issue suits are Nomex

[Smitty44]

Smitty can answer that in much better detail than I can,but I've seen them in navy blue,and orange.I believe the newer issue suits are Nomex

You hit the nail pretty much on the head,the Blue Angles wares the blue ones,and the orange or florescent is worn when flying over baron territory,and nomex is used because it is fire retardent.