AN INTERVIEW WITH EDC FOUNDING FATHER PATRICK MA Patrick Ma is an EDC industry icon, with a career spanning 25 years and his hand in founding some of the best hardware and soft goods companies in the business when it comes to high-performance gear of the highest caliber, no matter the mission. Today he continues to work on exceptional everyday equipment as CEO, Creative Director, and Chief Designer of Prometheus Design Werx, which is...

  Everyday Carry (EDC) gear has been integral to the human experience since the day our ancient ancestors picked up their first stone tool. Of course, everyday carry has come a long way since then, but the original intent has always been the same; objects and tools that enhance your daily life in a meaningful way. Everything we design and produce at Prometheus Design Werx is an item that we ourselves would use. Our...

A conversation with Patrick Ma, morale patch innovator and CEO of Prometheus Design Werx, on the history, design philosophy, and stories behind over 800 original patch designs. How PDW Defended the Words "Morale Patch" On May 25, 2016, Morale Patch Armory LLC filed to trademark the words "morale patch" with the USPTO. After an initial opposition was rejected due to a technicality, the trademark remained valid for a number of years. In 2020, Prometheus...

The essential guide to nature's best insulation, thermal efficiency, fill power, and field performance explained. What Is Goose Down? Down, as used in the outdoor industry, is the layer of fluffy plumage found beneath the outer feathers of ducks and geese. Unlike feathers, down has a three-dimensional structure with no stiff quills, only small filaments growing in all directions. It is this structure that traps air molecules in tiny pockets, creating a highly effective...