Premium Gear Box Unpacked: GiantMouse Ace Nibbler, Kubi Monster Dog, and Waka Instant Coffee

Introduction

Premium subscription boxes can be hit or miss, but the Going Gear EDC Club premium box is one of the more interesting ways to discover new everyday carry gear. This shipment arrived with three items: two folding knives and a pack of instant coffee, plus a small bundle of stickers and a patch as bonus swag. Here is how each item stacks up.

Waka Light Roast Instant Coffee: A Surprising Inclusion

The Waka light roast instant coffee was the most unexpected item in the box. The brand leans hard into a retro-forward message about “bringing instant back,” and the packaging is unapologetically pink. Each box contains eight single-serve pockets, which makes it genuinely convenient for travel, office drawers, or emergency morning situations.

Instant coffee has a reputation problem, and anyone who grew up with the tin jars of the 1970s and 1980s remembers why. But Waka’s single-serve format at $11.99 is an accessible way to find out whether modern light roast instant coffee has closed the gap. It is the kind of thing you try once out of curiosity and keep around for the days when brewing a proper cup is not an option.

GiantMouse Ace Nibbler: Small Knife, Big Character

The GiantMouse Ace Nibbler is a tiny folder that makes a strong first impression. The purple anodized aluminum handles give it a distinctive look, and the whole package is genuinely pocket-sized. Deployment comes via a small thumb hole, and the blade locks with an inset liner lock. A wired deep-carry pocket clip and a lanyard attachment at the tail round out the details.

The specifications explain the appeal: a two-inch N690 steel blade, aluminum handles with a back spacer, designed by Vox and Enzo, and manufactured by Reate. Reate-built knives carry a strong reputation among collectors for build quality, even if some of that goodwill gets lost in debates about manufacturing origin. At $95, it is a premium price for a small knife with these materials, but the fit, finish, and sharpness all held up under a straight-out-of-the-box cutting test.

Kubi Knives Monster Dog: The Boldest Knife in the Box

The Kubi Knives Monster Dog is the standout item, and it is impossible to describe without talking about the blade. The unique profile dips sharply just past the jimping on the spine, and held horizontally it resembles a monster or a dog’s head. It is the kind of shape people will either love or hate, and this reviewer firmly belongs to the first camp.

The materials are high-end for a $174.95 folder: a satin-finished sheepfoot blade in CPM 20CV steel (the packaging labels it M390, another premium powder steel in the same class), durable 6Al4V grade 5 titanium handles, and a frame lock. The overall length is 7.01 inches and it weighs 4.80 ounces. The blue anodized titanium pocket clip is nearly deep-carry and reversible, and matching blue anodized back spacers tie the look together.

Functionally, the Monster Dog delivers. The detent is very strong, so opening takes deliberate force, but that same firm detent produces an aggressive, satisfying flick when using the flipper studs. Once open, the drop-shut on closing is excellent. The blade stock is thick at the spine, which reinforces the sturdy, tool-like feel.

Out of the box, the edge was sharp enough to pass a paper test cleanly. Between the controversial-but-lovable blade shape, premium materials, and flawless action, this is the item going straight into the pocket.

Bonus Swag and Pricing Recap

The box also included a GiantMouse swag pack with a patch showing a Viking ship on fire, plus a handful of stickers including a metallic “Sharpeners Union” design. The prices line up as follows: Waka light roast instant coffee at $11.99, the GiantMouse Ace Nibbler at $95, and the Kubi Knives Monster Dog at $174.95.

What’s Worth Buying First

If the goal is a knife that gets daily pocket time, the Monster Dog is the clear pick thanks to its premium titanium build and unforgettable blade shape. The Ace Nibbler suits anyone who wants a small, well-made folder for situations where size matters. The Waka coffee is a low-risk, low-cost experiment for instant coffee skeptics.

Conclusion

This premium box delivered genuine variety: a boldly designed titanium folder with high-end steel, a charming compact aluminum folder from a respected design team, and a modern take on instant coffee. For knife enthusiasts, the Monster Dog alone justifies the subscription this month, and the Nibbler is a strong runner-up.