Suggestions for a small EDC bag?

[mike77]

I've been carrying a small bag for EDC that I got from Cheaper Than Dirt. Considering the source, it's lasted surprisingly long but it's about to come apart. So I need to replace it. It's about 6"wide x 5"deep x 8" high and I'd like to get something similarly sized. The problem is that everything I'm finding in that range looks very much like a purse. Does anyone have any suggestions of a bag to look at? I like the look of the Maxpedition Gearslinger and similar, they're just larger than I want to carry.

[smithy1983]

Have you thought about a 'Messenger' style bag?

[Dusti]

Might take a look at the 5.11 Moab bags. There are two sizes and they have buckle attachments available to connect them to a larger backpack.

[Fyrediver]

Check out the lumbar packs at places like REI.com .  Non-tactical and a wide range of sizes.  There are even extra full suspender shoulder straps (strapettes) available for the Mountainsmith versions. 

I carry a Mountainsmith Day TLS and have the "Strapettes" which make carrying it easier if it's completely filled up.  If it's not full, I just use the regular single shoulder strap and keep the waist belt tucked away.  I also have stuff arranged in Cubes that I can put in as needed.  I have one small one with food, one small one with "survival gear" such as a knife, Leatherman, matches and lighter, flashlight. . . I can always leave modules behind if I don't need them. 

[Aussie-SPG]

Hey I posted on another section about this bag, but I love it and this may suit your needs.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2cTGmyk4YKY

http://www.maxpedition.com/store/pc/FATBOY-VERSIPACK-4p31.htm

[GodFearingMan]

I would suggest a small backpack, that what I carry. Where I am a maxpedition pack or something similar would stand out, everyone carries backpacks though. I keep mine light but I can scale it up depending on the day or weather. Just my 2 cents. I use an Oakley backpack and am very pleased with how long it has held up going on 3 years wearing it everyday.

[GreekMan]

I ahve a chinese copy of it and thanks god I dd not spent more money on an original.

you see..its kind a jack of all trades.

i.e. let's suppose you go for a few hours hike. You must get a ponco, a nalegne bottle & a cup and small first aid kit and survival tin, a few bars to chow on, an AAA flashlight, a cellphone, a mora knife and a radio. maube your CCW
The versipack wil be full by now. But then you are left with no room /no way to put your light fleece jacket.

A backpack the size of a scholl bag is the right one to put all these

[endurance]

One option that I have is from Deal Extreme.  Super cheap, it's not going to last you a lifetime, but mine has held up for two years and counting now.  Not bad for a $21 knock off.

[Skunkeye]

Have you looked at small camera bags?  There's a nearly infinite variety of sizes and shapes.  Something like this, perhaps:

  http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/652569-REG/Lowepro_LP36106_0EU_Adventura_140_Shoulder_Bag.html

Another option for small-medium size bags are "military surplus" style map cases:

  http://www.armynavyshop.com/map-dcoument-cases.html

[ncjeeper]

You tried military surplus stuff on ebay? Tons of stuff to choose from.