Official 30-Day Minimalist SAK Challenge!

gustophersmob · **on:** October 01, 2014, 01:24:40 AM

Let the games begin!!!

So, we begin the 30 day minimalist SAK challenge.

Should you choose to accept, you agree to spend the next 30 days under-tooled and over-stressed

But, should you persevere (or at least fess up to being a failure

), you get a shot at winning the penultimate in tool preparedness, the Swisstool Spirit!*

So, here are the rules to be eligble for the Spirit GAW (we will rely on the honor system):

1) The challenge runs from October 1st through October 30th.
2) You must participate all 30 days (i.e., you can't jump in on the 29th and be eligible for the GAW)
3) Reply to this thread with what minimalist SAK of your choice you will be participating with
4) Fess up if you have to use a more feature-packed tool than you minimalist choice
5) Must be legal in your area to win the Spirit
6) Have fun!

I will use random.org to draw a winner on October 31st.

*Spirit has a non-finished hole I started to add a thumb stud. After breaking 3 bits, I gave up. I will include a thumb stud so you can finish if you like, or just use as-is. The tool's functionality is not compromised.

gustophersmob · **Reply #1 on:** October 01, 2014, 01:26:12 AM

So since my Wenger Premier isn't due to arrive until Thursday, I will start off the challenge with my old BSA Sentry.

84mm of single blade minimalism, sure to frustrate at every loose screw encounter

enki_ck · **Reply #2 on:** October 01, 2014, 01:41:54 AM

Two questions.

1) Dedicated tools are allowed, right? Like if I need a screwdriver or pair of pliers at home/workshop that won't be considered a failure?

2) Can I get a pass for one day some time in the next month to use a bunch of SAK saws (and only saws) to do a saw comparison test?

Higgins617 · **Reply #3 on:** October 01, 2014, 01:43:15 AM

My tool for the next month will be this Wenger Esquire. This should be pretty interesting!

gustophersmob · **Reply #4 on:** October 01, 2014, 01:46:15 AM

Quote from: enki_ck on October 01, 2014, 01:41:54 AM

Two questions.

1) Dedicated tools are allowed, right? Like if I need a screwdriver or pair of pliers at home/workshop that won't be considered a failure?

2) Can I get a pass for one day some time in the next month to use a bunch of SAK saws (and only saws) to do a saw comparison test?

I think both of those situations are fine. Neither are really EDC type scenarios, one is a task where one would often get dedicated tools, and the other is a special test.

Besides, it wouldn't disqualify for the GAW anyway!

SAK Guy · **Reply #5 on:** October 01, 2014, 01:48:34 AM

I'm in! I will be carrying only a Pioneer but will switch to a Wenger SI on each Wednesday if that is acceptable.

Here is the Pioneer:

I'll have the SI dug out for EDC tomorrow and will post a pic.

enki_ck · **Reply #6 on:** October 01, 2014, 01:51:21 AM

I'm here just for the challenge.

But cool gesture with the giveaway of an awesome tool.

Here's my choice of carry. You might recognize some of it.

gustophersmob · **Reply #7 on:** October 01, 2014, 02:05:51 AM

Quote from: enki_ck on October 01, 2014, 01:51:21 AM

I'm here just for the challenge.

But cool gesture with the giveaway of an awesome tool.

Here's my choice of carry. You might recognize some of it.

I do remember, great light

Thanks for the reminder, I went and found my E01, so I'll take part in the 5mm challenge too. Updated pic of tomorrow's carry attached.

eddie1115 · **Reply #8 on:** October 01, 2014, 02:05:52 AM

Here's mine for the month, getting rid of the scissors will probably be the hardest part.

Tourist:

And the Small Tinker, which needs some work on the blades, and some scales, may replace the Tourist once it's finished. I figure no extra tools, still 84mm, should be ok? If the consensus is everyone sticks with the same knife all month, I can stick with the Tourist.

gustophersmob · **Reply #9 on:** October 01, 2014, 02:08:09 AM

Quote from: eddie1115 on October 01, 2014, 02:05:52 AM

Here's mine for the month, getting rid of the scissors will probably be the hardest part.

Tourist:

And the Small Tinker, which needs some work on the blades, and some scales, may replace the Tourist once it's finished. I figure no extra tools, still 84mm, should be ok? If the consensus is everyone sticks with the same knife all month, I can stick with the Tourist.

Since they are basically the same knife with the exception of the philips/corkscrew, I don't see a problem here.

I have to change too since my Wenger will arrive after the challenge starts.

gustophersmob · **Reply #10 on:** October 01, 2014, 02:09:10 AM

Quote from: gustophersmob on October 01, 2014, 02:05:51 AM

Quote from: enki_ck on October 01, 2014, 01:51:21 AM
I'm here just for the challenge.

But cool gesture with the giveaway of an awesome tool.

Here's my choice of carry. You might recognize some of it.

I do remember, great light

Thanks for the reminder, I went and found my E01, so I'll take part in the 5mm challenge too. Updated pic of tomorrow's carry attached.

I was just fiddling with the E01. It is both surprisingly brighter and bluer than I remember

ducttapetech · **Reply #11 on:** October 01, 2014, 02:16:53 AM

Entering with my Compact (1911) Plus.

Thanks for the Give away. Very nice of you!
Nate

Toolslinger · **Reply #12 on:** October 01, 2014, 02:59:59 AM

I'm in with a Compact Plus. Not sure if my LED Lenser P2 counts for the minimalist light portion, but that and a Bic will be what I'll be carrying.

I'll try to get a pick in daylight tomorrow to update with.

Let the madness begin!

harronek · **Reply #13 on:** October 01, 2014, 03:18:37 AM

I'd love to play , but there is no way a SAK will handle my daily work requirements , sad but true .
After work and weekends wouldn't be a problem .
I will be thinking of you all , good luck

Ken

Aloha · **Reply #14 on:** October 01, 2014, 03:27:41 AM

This is gonna be very interesting. I wish I could play along but I start a brutal month and will have a very heavy EDC daily.

Hyatt181 · **Reply #15 on:** October 01, 2014, 03:35:59 AM

I am in. Should I use a compact or pioneer. Someone decide for me.

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ducttapetech · **Reply #16 on:** October 01, 2014, 03:37:23 AM

Compact!

Nate

Hyatt181 · **Reply #17 on:** October 01, 2014, 03:39:08 AM

Ok compact it is. This will be much different then the cyber 34 I usually carry.

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ducttapetech · **Reply #18 on:** October 01, 2014, 03:45:00 AM

Oh yeah. CT34 is a great SAK.

Nate

Hyatt181 · **Reply #19 on:** October 01, 2014, 03:50:33 AM

Accepted

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colt 1911 · **Reply #20 on:** October 01, 2014, 04:04:25 AM

Is this okay ? Going with a Tinker small. Please withhold me from the VERY gracious drawing, give the others better odds.

Sak's rule !

Hyatt181 · **Reply #21 on:** October 01, 2014, 04:09:36 AM

I think the wenger is just fine.

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powernoodle · **Reply #22 on:** October 01, 2014, 04:26:57 AM

Great thread. I'm in. I'll be rocking this Victorinox Executive.

colt 1911 · **Reply #23 on:** October 01, 2014, 04:28:11 AM

Quote from: powernoodle on October 01, 2014, 04:26:57 AM

Great thread. I'm in. I'll be rocking this Victorinox Executive.

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That's a good choice !

Sak's rule !

arizonaranchman · **Reply #24 on:** October 01, 2014, 05:15:34 AM

This will be my 24/7 companion for the 30-Day Challenge - my trusty Pioneer

Monrogue · **Reply #25 on:** October 01, 2014, 05:18:28 AM

As is the case with the fearless founder of this challenge, mine won't be in until a couple days or so into the challenge. I'm hoping it will be in by Friday. Oh, and it's a black Compact, so add me to the Compact club in this challenge

Unfortunately I have no other options for carry in the meantime other than my Rogueneer as my Classic and Executive are currently in storage. Very generous prize too gustophersmob