# Efficiently Engineered EDC Tools The Lever Gear Edge XT Offers 10 Handy Features By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-06-06 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lever-gear-edge-xt References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2023/06/05/this-compact-multitool-fits-on-your-keychain-to-help-you-get-stuff-done-no-time-flat/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=this-compact-multitool-fits-on-your-keychain-to-help-you-get-stuff-done-no-time-flat) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/levergear/lever-gear-edge-xt-retractable-blade-multitool-for-edc?ref=dil6h1)  The Lever Gear Edge XT multitool is an [everyday carry (EDC) accessory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omnipro-20) engineered with the needs of makers and DIYers alike in mind to help them stay efficient when going about their daily routine. The tool is equipped with a total of 10 functions including a [retractable utility blade](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mih-bladenex), [Philips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airtag-multitool) screwdriver, bottle opener, wire stripper, hex bit holder and much more. The body of the tool is crafted out of 420HC stainless steel for the body, and features a glass-reinforced nylon polymer slider and lock for the blade to support continuous usage. The Lever Gear Edge XT multitool is compact enough to be stored on a keychain and is a realistic accessory for the average consumer to keep nearby for performing a series of small everyday tasks. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 7.2/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 16% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Everyday Carry Multitools:** The rise of EDC culture opens opportunities for new engineering and design of practical yet innovative multitools to help with daily tasks. - **Compact Utility Tools:** There is a demand for small yet effective tools that can provide multiple functions to save space in a consumer's daily carry. - **Efficiency-driven Accessories:** As consumers increasingly prioritize efficiency, there is a market for accessories such as the Lever Gear Edge XT that offer multiple functions to make everyday tasks easier. ### Where This Applies - **Hardware Tools:** Companies in the hardware tools industry can leverage the trend of EDC culture to design and market compact yet highly functional multitools for consumers. - **Outdoor Gear:** The outdoors industry can incorporate compact and efficient utility tools like the Lever Gear Edge XT into their products to offer practical and convenient solutions for outdoor enthusiasts. - **Consumer Electronics:** Companies in the consumer electronics industry can explore opportunities to incorporate multitool functions into everyday products such as phone cases or charging cables to offer added value and convenience to consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tactical Titanium EDC Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timav-nextool.md) - [Diminutive Everyday Task Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rze-hexedge-microblade.md) - [Rapidly Retractable Multi-Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retractable-multitool.md) - [Metallic Multitool Wallet Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ekster-tool-card.md) - [Hyper-Tough Titanium Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smith-blade.md) - [Sliding High-Performance Pocket Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sliding-doubleended-edc-tool.md) - [Titanium Key-Inspired Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edc-monster-keymaster.md) - [10-in-1 EDC Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orioners-z3.md) - [Micro Keychain EDC Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinyblade.md)