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...

Field Report, Spring 2015. Great Basin Desert, Nevada. Team: Patrick Ma (PDW), Elias Fedorowski (Exploro), Chris Van Loan (BAE), Agustin Bella III (BAE). Photography by Chris Van Loan. Two Classic Land Cruisers and a Great Basin Expedition In the spring of 2015, we planned an expedition to the Great Basin Desert with travel companions from Prometheus Design Werx and Exploro. The mission was straightforward: a weekend of high desert trail riding, exploration, and a...