Kampfer's PLSK (Pliersless Sidekick)

Kampfer · **on:** December 23, 2014, 12:36:45 AM

First I like to thank babola for giving me the inspiration.
After a whole week of tinkering and three prototypes later, now the PLSK (Pliersless Sidekick) project is completed.
The finished product weights at 3.3 oz, with 10 tools. Implements at both ends of the tool now click in nicely with authority, each implement takes at least three lbs of force to disengage from clicked position, that is more than any Victorinox I measured. Drivers fold out and click at the correct angle, as they were 15* off on early prototypes, and I might add a 90* stop to them in the future. I also converted the serrated blade to an awl fashioned after Victorinox Alox’s awl.

Kampfer · **Reply #1 on:** December 23, 2014, 12:38:33 AM

Few more photos:
It is a handy little tool, carrys well in pocket with clip.
The medium flat head driver has been thinned out a bit for better fit.

Breezy12 · **Reply #2 on:** December 23, 2014, 01:12:14 AM

excellent work, Kampfer! I really like the way that awl turned out.

sawman · **Reply #3 on:** December 23, 2014, 01:15:07 AM

Great work there! I like it

Kampfer · **Reply #4 on:** December 23, 2014, 01:23:33 AM

Thanks, I can not take much credit. It was actually a very simple mod to do, Majority of the work was filing down the drivers for them to click in correctly.

Disregarding the not so useful file and stupid ruler, Sidekick Lite has similar tool set as Victorinox Pioneer, but with OHO locking blade, larger stronger implements and pocket clip.

kkokkolis · **Reply #5 on:** December 25, 2014, 03:29:53 PM

And what would that cost, in order to compare with the Vic?

lowtech · **Reply #6 on:** December 25, 2014, 06:28:28 PM

That depends on where you live, I guess. In Germany a Wingman/Sidekick will cost roughly 40-60 € (w. pouch and Carabiner), which is more than say a Farmer which costs around 34,- € or let´s take the 111 slidelock Adventurer with similar tools for 31,-€.

Anyways, I do like the mod and think I might harm an unsuspecting Sidekick, soon.

kkokkolis · **Reply #7 on:** December 26, 2014, 08:34:24 AM

Then it costs more, but if you already have one or if you get it for 18$ in the US it is a good option.

Cupboard · **Reply #8 on:** December 27, 2014, 09:26:52 PM

I've bought all my Wingmen and Sidekicks for £15-20 (all second hand, some as new or in packet), and a Farmer costs £20-25 new.

JAfromMn · **Reply #9 on:** December 27, 2014, 10:49:17 PM

I like it Kampfer

cool tool

Kampfer · **Reply #10 on:** December 28, 2014, 01:34:24 AM

Quote from: JAfromMn on December 27, 2014, 10:49:17 PM

I like it Kampfer

cool tool

Thanks Joel, I think it is, will EDC it next month to try it out.

HarleyXJGuy · **Reply #11 on:** December 28, 2014, 03:56:35 AM

Haha, I was looking at the first picture and thought to myself "When did this come out never seen it on the website".

Neat mod kinda a SAK feel going on.

Kampfer · **Reply #12 on:** December 28, 2014, 05:09:55 AM

Quote from: HarleyXJGuy on December 28, 2014, 05:02:29 AM

I have a set of needle files though, what kind of tool is needed for the pivots?

The only tools you will need would be two T10 bits for taking the tool apart and putting back together, then a large hand file for re profiling the drivers. Converting SE blade would require a grinder.

HarleyXJGuy · **Reply #13 on:** December 28, 2014, 05:16:53 AM

Quote from: Kampfer on December 28, 2014, 05:09:55 AM

Quote from: HarleyXJGuy on December 28, 2014, 05:02:29 AM
I have a set of needle files though, what kind of tool is needed for the pivots?
The only tools you will need would be two T10 bits for taking the tool apart and putting back together, then a large hand file for re profiling the drivers. Converting SE blade would require a grinder.

I could prolly borrow a file from the contract auto repair people.

Didn't you say something about needing to add some washers?

I have a CT 41 on the way will have to see if it has T10 bits.

Need someone to hit up Home Depot and the post office for me.

Kampfer · **Reply #14 on:** December 28, 2014, 05:21:31 AM

The washers are needed for wave blade installation, as sidekick lite only contains parts from sidekick, they are not needed.

I can hook you up with a sidekick and T10 bits for you.

The mod will only took me a couple hours to complete. Everything done by hand except the awl, I needed a grinder and sharpening stone.

HarleyXJGuy · **Reply #15 on:** December 28, 2014, 05:34:11 AM

Ok so I checked. The CT 41 comes with a T10 bit so I would just have to score a T 10 driver from you or if they are more then a buck or two try and borrow one here.

No need for washers makes this something that would be cool to try myself.

Kampfer · **Reply #16 on:** January 02, 2015, 10:12:55 PM

Photo comparison: Sidekick Lite & Victorinox Alox

SteveC · **Reply #17 on:** January 02, 2015, 11:00:56 PM

Did you end up leaving the riveted tensioner in or did you remove it ?

Kampfer · **Reply #18 on:** January 02, 2015, 11:11:19 PM

Quote from: SteveC on January 02, 2015, 11:00:56 PM

Did you end up leaving the riveted tensioner in or did you remove it ?

The handle and its pliers tension spring remain un-touched.
I filed down the drivers to fit. They click in and take at least 3 lbs of force to disengage from clicked position.

SteveC · **Reply #19 on:** January 03, 2015, 12:04:41 AM

Thanks, I still having gotten around to doing anything on mine yet.

Pignut71 · **Reply #20 on:** January 03, 2015, 12:56:13 AM

Looks brilliant!
Is the handle comfortable to use with all the tools? The thinner end looks like it has a slightly up-swept tail to it.
Regards, Jon.

Sent using my chubby fingers...

Kampfer · **Reply #21 on:** January 03, 2015, 03:58:39 AM

See my photo compassion in review section, it really feel just like an Alox Farmer in hand.

HarleyXJGuy · **Reply #22 on:** January 03, 2015, 04:05:28 AM

Quote from: Kampfer on January 03, 2015, 03:58:39 AM

See my photo compassion in review section, it really feel just like an Alox Farmer in hand.

Yeah?

Different handle shape made from different stuff and a thicker blade on the Sidekick Lite. Would not think what you said is the case.

Not really qualified to say seeing as I do not have my SKL yet and have always agreed with you before so what do I know.

Kampfer · **Reply #23 on:** January 03, 2015, 04:59:20 AM

I was referring to their similarity in size and weight. Sure they are made of different material and handle shape are also different. Sidekick blade isn't as thick as skeletool, a bit thinner than wave's

HarleyXJGuy · **Reply #24 on:** January 03, 2015, 05:58:00 AM

Quote from: Kampfer on January 03, 2015, 04:59:20 AM

I was referring to their similarity in size and weight. Sure they are made of different material and handle shape are also different. Sidekick blade isn't as thick as skeletool, a bit thinner than wave's

That is good then, I like the Waves blade. Good slicer.

Higgins617 · **Reply #25 on:** January 03, 2015, 06:27:13 AM

Quote from: HarleyXJGuy on January 03, 2015, 05:58:00 AM

Quote from: Kampfer on January 03, 2015, 04:59:20 AM
I was referring to their similarity in size and weight. Sure they are made of different material and handle shape are also different. Sidekick blade isn't as thick as skeletool, a bit thinner than wave's

That is good then, I like the Waves blade. Good slicer.

Just don't slice anything moist, those blades like to show their high carbon side, not their stainless side

Syncop8r · **Reply #26 on:** January 03, 2015, 10:03:42 AM

Tee hee hee!

HarleyXJGuy · **Reply #27 on:** January 03, 2015, 11:45:14 AM

Quote from: Syncop8r on January 03, 2015, 10:03:42 AM

Tee hee hee!

+1

TazzieRob · **Reply #28 on:** January 04, 2015, 09:09:14 PM

I like this mod

. Sidekick Lite, however, makes it sound like it has a small bulb in there, ala victorinox signature lite. I'd probably call it the Sidekick OST (One Side Tool) of I made one. The original was the One Side Sidekick? Presumably OST could fit any model chosen to use a single handle as the base.

Kampfer · **Reply #29 on:** January 04, 2015, 09:22:40 PM

The acurate name would be Pliers Less Sidekick, PLSK.

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