Let's face it, all straps can be used for EDC to some extent. This belt could handle it, but it's not as stiff as the EDC belts sold under this brand for almost double the price. The buckle isn't that secure either. I wanted a black EDC belt but didn't want to pay as much as I did for my brown EDC Nextbelt. Lesson learned. I like this belt for everyday wear, but I will be buying the EDC version soon.