I've always taken in pride in the subjects I immerse myself in, like EDC. I learned many years ago that I was harder than most people on my possessions, so if I didn't buy good EDC items like sunglasses, watches, etc. then they wouldn't last. Then it became a hobby and expanded to other items like pocket knives, flashlights, multi-tools, etc.
Some people wear their ignorance an any matter of subjects like a badge of honor. And some people like us here want to learn more and increase our knowledge. I'll see some random person's pocket knife and say "hey, can I see that?" and then proceed to grill them on what they know about it.
And I'm fine if someone sees my Sunwayman and thinks it's a $5 gas station flashlight, or if they see my Tag Heuer watch and think it's a $50 watch from Wal-Mart. I appreciate what I have. And it's fine with me if someone doesn't see the same value in it as me - just don't ask to borrow it
I even apply that philosophy to the tools in my kitchen. People say it's a woman's domain but I see all that stuff as manly tools. My All-Clad pots and pans will outlive me with proper care. From my DeWalt power tools to the AMD Phenom II desktop I built myself. It's all a matter of pride.
So I guess what I'm saying is that pride in my EDC light is part of a life philosophy, and I suspect I'm not alone in this.
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