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My grandpa passed away in 2010, and I’ve kept a small box with a few of his belongings ever since. I hadn’t opened it in years, but today I did, and this was inside:

My grandma gave it to him a long time ago as an anniversary gift, and I remember him using it all the time growing up. This was in his pocket every day long before EDC was a thing. He loved fishing and brought this thing on every trip.

Pretty sure he’s one of the few people who actually used the fish scaler tool the way it was meant to be used.

His name is engraved on the scale: “Wilson Brandão.”
Definitely the most meaningful tool I own.

Would love if anyone here can help identify the model and year.

This is what is in my pocket every single day (ESDC?)…

I don’t like bulky pockets, so this small pouch covers pretty much everything I need on everyday urban life. It’s smaller than a wallet and pretty thin.

- Rovyvon Aurora A8

- Victorinox Rambler

- Flytanium Mini Bolt-Action Pen

- Peanut lighter (From Amazon, don’t know the brand)

- 1”x2” tin (meds + small bits)

- Lens cleaning vial (fragrance sampler vial from Sephora)

- 1 band-aid + alcohol wipe + microfiber cloth

- Pouch was a flea market find

Sometimes I’ll also carry a Benchmade Bugout or a Leatherman Arc depending on the day.

Looking for feedback and ideas on what else to add.

I’ve had my XRC since April last year (~500 km) and it’s been flawless, but I’ve been getting the upgrade itch.

I mostly ride asphalt (cruising/commuting), so nothing too crazy.

Trying to figure out:

Is it even worth upgrading if my board still works?

What do you actually gain from going VESC?

I keep seeing the Fungineers X7 pop up everywhere and it seems like the go-to VESC board now but there’s also the option to VESC my actual XRC with a GTV or a GTFO.

What are the differences between these 3 options (GTV, GTFO, or sell my XRC and buy an X7)?

Would I even benefit from the extra power?

Or should I just keep riding my XRC and stop thinking about it.

Appreciate the input!