The Great Two Dollar Challenge

Kampfer · **Reply #30 on:** July 31, 2015, 10:01:17 PM

Another one for your consideration

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #31 on:** July 31, 2015, 11:33:18 PM

$2.29?

I can't afford that!

I've actually disqualified a tool based on the shipping pushing it over $2....

Def

jekostas · **Reply #32 on:** August 01, 2015, 07:54:23 AM

That's perhaps the worst possible location for a bottle opener on #2, there.

pingu · **Reply #33 on:** August 01, 2015, 11:11:32 AM

That's interesting, the "widgy" bar has a 1/4" hex driver. Not seen that feature on cheap "widgys" before. I need to look harder. Seems an obvious feature which at a stroke makes it "multi"

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #34 on:** August 01, 2015, 04:12:52 PM

Quote from: jekostas on August 01, 2015, 07:54:23 AM

That's perhaps the worst possible location for a bottle opener on #2, there.

I get the feeling with some of these tools that the designer wanted to pack as many functions in without actually thinking of how they would be used.

The thumb over method of opening bottles could indeed be very bad with that particular tool.

Def

raistlin65 · **Reply #35 on:** August 01, 2015, 04:23:02 PM

Nice wide range of $2 tools. I'm curious to see which are the best.

One tool I didn't see in your initial list, though, are the ~ $1 multi tool cards: http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_sacat=0&_nkw=multi%20tool%20card&rt=nc&LH_BIN=1&_trksid=p2045573.m1684. Could be that might be a contender.

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #36 on:** August 01, 2015, 10:30:27 PM

There is one on the list. Hopefully soon I'll get back to a computer and post more.

Def

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #37 on:** August 02, 2015, 02:00:17 AM

Contender #4:

EBay Listing Title:
EDC Multi Pocket Tool Stainless steel Screwdriver Wrench Keychain Bottle Opener

Seller Description:

100% brand new and high quality
Features:as picture shown,straight screwdriver/twine knife/bottle opener/protractor/Wrench
Material: Stainless steel
Size:8.5cm x 3.6cm/3.32'' x 1.41''(approx)
Color:Black
Quantity: 1 pc
Note: Due to the difference between different monitors, the picture may not reflect the actual color of the item. Thank you!

Auction photos:

Total Cost:
$1.97

Def

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #38 on:** August 02, 2015, 02:07:30 AM

Contender #5

EBay Listing Title:
EDC True Utility Survival Multi-functional Tool Defense Pocket Gadget Keychain

Seller Description:

Features:
The size of the eye skull TADGEAR outdoors versatile tool
Size length: 78mm*42mm
Weight: 25.5g
Material: Stainless steel stamping + wire cutting, heat treatment process

This is a two classic TADGEAR official tools, master key concept of the tool. Using pure stainless steel production, the dimensions below. It is bigger than the key, easy to carry, powerful scraper/canned, pull nails, loose fastening screws, set up the bottle caps and so on practical features at a suit. No longer need the heavy Swiss army knife, so a mini tool can solve all the problems you life or outdoor environment.

Included:
1 x EDC Tool

Auction photos:

Total Cost:
$1.69

Def

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #39 on:** August 02, 2015, 02:15:12 AM

Contender #6

EBay Listing Title:
EDC Utility Survival Exquisite Tool Defense Pocket Gadget Keychain US DE

Seller Description:

Features:

Brand new and high quality.
Size: length 6.3cm; width 3cm; 3mm thick.
Material: 440C high-carbon stainless steel imports.
Color:as the picture.
Gadgets great use multi-functional crowbars, umbrella rope cutter, screwdriver, screwdrivers, etc.

Specific functions:

1. umbrella rope cutter
2. Large flat head screwdriver
3. O2 opener
4. Allen wrench
5. keyhole

Note:

1.Please allow 1-3mm error due to manual measurement. pls make sure you do not mind before you bid.
2.The colors may have different as the difference display,pls understand.

Package Included:

1 X EDC Tool.

NO Retail Box. Packed Safely in Bubble Bag.

Auction photos:

Total Cost:
$1.98

This one is a copy of the Raker Ring Tool and the production version, the CRKT KERT. Given that Ray Kirk, owner of Raker Knives and Steel is a friend of mine and a member here, part of me is very angry at the knockoff, and embarrassed that I have bought one, but I am also proud of Ray because his design was obviously good enough to knock off. And, I am conducting an experiment, and it met the criteria, so here it is.

Def

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #40 on:** August 02, 2015, 02:20:41 AM

Contender #7

EBay Listing Title:
Multi Tool Spike Defense Tool Wrench Screwdriver Bottle Opener Hand Throne SM

Seller Description:

Description
Features:
100% Brand New and high quality.
Sophisticated processing technology
Combining several functions in one (interior angle wrench, bottle opener, screwdriver, hand stab)
Compact size and easy to carry
Material: stainless steel
Processing: peripheral whole stamping twice, drilling polishing mill - stone wash. Inner circumference / hex portion of all vertical CNC wire cutting process
Application: multi-size interior angle wrench / screwdriver / bottle opener / screwdriver/self defense

Size: 90*65*3.8mm
Included

1XEDC Multi-tools

Auction photos:

Total Cost:
$1.94

Bottle opener and hand stab? Count me in!

Def

SAK Guy · **Reply #41 on:** August 02, 2015, 02:27:17 AM

Looks like a proper finger breaker as well....(insert, tighten, twist)

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #42 on:** August 02, 2015, 02:31:41 AM

Contender #8

EBay Listing Title:
New 8 in 1 Practical Pocket Multi Tool Keychain Survival Gear Stainless Steel

Seller Description:

Thank you for coming! Friend!

Description

Size:50 mm X 20mm

Functions:
Bottle Opener
Eye Glass Screwdriver
Medium Screwdriver
Large Screwdriver
Nail File
Finger Nail Cleaner
Thread Cutter
Tweezers

Color ：Sliver , Black

Package list:

EDC keychain tool x1

Auction photos:

Total Cost:
$1.56

This looks like a copy of the True Utility Key Tool but the reality with this one (and a few others) is that this may not be a knockoff- it could very well be made by the same factory that makes them for True Utility, and these are merely unbranded versions. More info on the True Utility KeyTool.

Def

jekostas · **Reply #43 on:** August 02, 2015, 02:33:20 AM

Quote from: Grant Lamontagne on August 01, 2015, 04:12:52 PM

Quote from: jekostas on August 01, 2015, 07:54:23 AM
That's perhaps the worst possible location for a bottle opener on #2, there.

I get the feeling with some of these tools that the designer wanted to pack as many functions in without actually thinking of how they would be used.

The thumb over method of opening bottles could indeed be very bad with that particular tool.

Def

Hey, it's not like anyone might be slightly drunk and not really paying attention while trying to open a bottle of beer or anyth....

Oh. Uh oh.

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #44 on:** August 02, 2015, 02:38:23 AM

Quote from: SAK Guy on August 02, 2015, 02:27:17 AM

Looks like a proper finger breaker as well....(insert, tighten, twist)

My thoughts exactly. I am not a fan of things that go between your fingers in any defensive situation, and I think anyone that promotes that kind of activity is an idiot.

Many times people have looked at one of my SAKs, folded out the awl, made a fist around the knife with the awl poking between their fingers and said "this would be a really dangerous weapon." I usually roll my eyes and comment that it's a good way to lose a finger, and that if you have time to set up the knife like that (or keys, or pull out a multitool to stick between your fingers) you probably had more than enough time to get away and not be in that fight in the first place. But, idiots are idiots....

Def

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #45 on:** August 02, 2015, 02:48:42 AM

Quote from: raistlin65 on August 01, 2015, 04:23:02 PM

Nice wide range of $2 tools. I'm curious to see which are the best.

One tool I didn't see in your initial list, though, are the ~ $1 multi tool cards: http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_sacat=0&_nkw=multi%20tool%20card&rt=nc&LH_BIN=1&_trksid=p2045573.m1684. Could be that might be a contender.

As requested...

Contender #9

EBay Listing Title:
NEW Multi Tools 11in1 Survival Camping Pocket Military Credit Card tools HOTSALE

Seller Description:

100% Brand New and High quality.

Color: Silver.

Material: 420 high quality stainless steel.

Size: about 7.0cm x 4.5cm x 0.2cm(2.68" x 1.78" x 0.079")，smaller than a credit card.

Weight: about 30g.

Hardness: 55HRC.

This Survival Tool is ideal for camping, hiking, backpacking, hunting, trail riding, or just to keep in your car.

Functions:

1 Can opener.

2 knife edge.

3 screwdriver.

4 Ruler.

5 Bottle opener.

6 4 position wrench.

7 butterfly screw wrench.

8 saw blade.

9 direction auxiliary indication.

10 2 position wrench.

11 kay chain hole.

Packages:

1 x Pocket Survival Tool.

1 x Faux Leather Pouch.

conversion : 1 inch = 25.4mm or 1mm = 0.0393 inch

Pictures:Due to the difference between different monitors, the picture may not reflect the actual color of the item. We guarantee the style is the same as shown in the pictures, but not the same performance on different bodies as on the model. Thank you and happy purchase!

Auction photos:

Total Cost:
$1.00

This is the only card that ended up on the list. I would have figured there would be a few other different types, but this is all that came up.

Def

raistlin65 · **Reply #46 on:** August 02, 2015, 04:01:30 AM

Quote from: Grant Lamontagne on August 02, 2015, 02:48:42 AM

Quote from: raistlin65 on August 01, 2015, 04:23:02 PM
Nice wide range of $2 tools. I'm curious to see which are the best.

One tool I didn't see in your initial list, though, are the ~ $1 multi tool cards: http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_sacat=0&_nkw=multi%20tool%20card&rt=nc&LH_BIN=1&_trksid=p2045573.m1684. Could be that might be a contender.

As requested...

Contender #9

EBay Listing Title:
NEW Multi Tools 11in1 Survival Camping Pocket Military Credit Card tools HOTSALE

Seller Description:

100% Brand New and High quality.

Color: Silver.

Material: 420 high quality stainless steel.

Size: about 7.0cm x 4.5cm x 0.2cm(2.68" x 1.78" x 0.079")，smaller than a credit card.

Weight: about 30g.

Hardness: 55HRC.

This Survival Tool is ideal for camping, hiking, backpacking, hunting, trail riding, or just to keep in your car.

Functions:

1 Can opener.

2 knife edge.

3 screwdriver.

4 Ruler.

5 Bottle opener.

6 4 position wrench.

7 butterfly screw wrench.

8 saw blade.

9 direction auxiliary indication.

10 2 position wrench.

11 kay chain hole.

Packages:

1 x Pocket Survival Tool.

1 x Faux Leather Pouch.

conversion : 1 inch = 25.4mm or 1mm = 0.0393 inch

Pictures:Due to the difference between different monitors, the picture may not reflect the actual color of the item. We guarantee the style is the same as shown in the pictures, but not the same performance on different bodies as on the model. Thank you and happy purchase!

Auction photos:

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Total Cost:
$1.00

This is the only card that ended up on the list. I would have figured there would be a few other different types, but this is all that came up.

Def

Awesome. Can it compete for only a $1

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #47 on:** August 02, 2015, 12:42:31 PM

It is in the competition. Whether it can compete it up to the tool itself!

Def

raistlin65 · **Reply #48 on:** August 02, 2015, 04:48:11 PM

Quote from: Grant Lamontagne on August 02, 2015, 12:42:31 PM

It is in the competition. Whether it can compete it up to the tool itself!

Def

Do you have the Vegas odds on it yet? We need a bookie to take bets

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #49 on:** August 02, 2015, 07:33:30 PM

Quote from: raistlin65 on August 02, 2015, 04:48:11 PM

Quote from: Grant Lamontagne on August 02, 2015, 12:42:31 PM
It is in the competition. Whether it can compete it up to the tool itself!

Def

Do you have the Vegas odds on it yet? We need a bookie to take bets

I haven't even introduced all of the tools just yet...

Def

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #50 on:** August 03, 2015, 04:33:16 AM

More...

Contender #10

EBay Listing Title:
New Multitool Mini Pry Bar Bottle Opener EDC Keychain Pocket Tool H 10

Seller Description:

Features:

100% Brand New & High Quality.
Material: Stainless Steel
Color: Silver
Size: Length;6cm
Weight : 20g

Package includes:
1 x EDC pocket tool

Auction photos:

Total Cost:
$1.75

This one appears to be a knockoff of a Leatherman Brewzer.

Def

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #51 on:** August 03, 2015, 04:40:54 AM

Contender #11

EBay Listing Title:
New Multitool Mini Pry Bar Bottle Opener EDC Keychain Pocket Tool HH 9

Seller Description:

Features:

100% Brand New & High Quality.
Material: Stainless Steel
Color: Silver
Size: Length;6cm
Weight : 20g

Package includes:
1 x EDC pocket tool

Auction photos:

Total Cost:
$1.50

Def

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #52 on:** August 03, 2015, 04:49:53 AM

Contender #12

EBay Listing Title:
Outdoor EDC Creative Scallop Type Stainless Steel Multi-tool Opener Keys Hanging

Seller Description:

Product Description：
Name; scallop-type multi-tool group keys hanging inside corners Opener

Material; stainless steel heat treatment line cutting surface stamping mill process +

The maximum diameter of 56mm thickness 4mm size and function of structural engineering drawings;

Auction photos:

Total Cost:
$1.25

Not so sure if this one is a multitool in it's own right or just a device to carry EDC items that just happens to have a bottle opener and wrench. Multitool Dream Catcher?

Def

Etherealicer · **Reply #53 on:** August 03, 2015, 10:35:48 AM

Contender #12
Whenever you see the backside, its clearly another tool...

And on a different not: The "vendor descriptions" are gold

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #54 on:** August 03, 2015, 12:39:40 PM

Quote from: Etherealicer on August 03, 2015, 10:35:48 AM

Contender #12
Whenever you see the backside, its clearly another tool...

And on a different not: The "vendor descriptions" are gold

I have often thought about providing a better translation for venders when I buy stuff for them. I see what they are saying, but Google Translate obviously didn't!

I think the "not afraid of flowers" comment is hilarious!

Def

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #55 on:** August 03, 2015, 11:18:40 PM

Hope you have a comfortable seat, there's still a ways to go!

Contender #13

EBay Listing Title:
Outdoor Survival EDC Mini Spring Scissor Pocket Tool Key Chain Stainless Steel

Seller Description:

100% Brand New And High Quality
Easy and durable to use and carry with mini size.
Sharp scissors, anti lost latch can be quick release,
Come along with key ring, carry with your keys.

Material: Stainless Steel
Size：L*W Approx 6.7*1.2cm　
Color:As Picture Shown

Package Included
1 x EDC Scissor

Note:
1.Please allow 1-3mm errors due to manual measurement.
2.Due to the difference between different monitors,
the pictures may not reflect the actual color of the item.

Auction photos:

Total Cost:
$1.99

This one seems very similar to the True Utility SciXors, but without the extra functions. If it is just a set of scissors, then it may not qualify as a multitool and therefore may fare very poorly in this challenge.

Def

firiki · **Reply #56 on:** August 03, 2015, 11:26:36 PM

There's too much info in this thread for firiki to cope with

Quote from: Grant Lamontagne on August 03, 2015, 11:18:40 PM

Hope you have a comfortable seat, there's still a ways to go!

Contender #13

...

And this is why Grant is our fearless leader

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #57 on:** August 03, 2015, 11:36:15 PM

Contender #14

EBay Listing Title:
Portable Outdoor Spoon Eatting Tool Tactical Spork Spoon Fork Camping Multitool

Seller Description:

Description:

3Cr13 Steel Construction
Spork and Pry Tip
3 Metric Wrench Holes
10mm / 8mm / and 6mm
Carabiner Clip
Black Food Grade Non Stick Finish
Lightweight and Compact
Overall Length: 4"

Package Includes:

1 pc Spoon

Auction photos:

Total Cost:
$1.45

This one is obviously a copy of the CRKT Eat'n Tool. Like Ray Kirk, Liong Mah is a friend and I feel bad supporting people who are ripping them off, but this experiment is not complete without testing everything. And, I am going to test these against the originals too, so that should be interesting.

Def

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #58 on:** August 03, 2015, 11:37:24 PM

Quote from: firiki on August 03, 2015, 11:26:36 PM

There's too much info in this thread for firiki to cope with

Quote from: Grant Lamontagne on August 03, 2015, 11:18:40 PM
Hope you have a comfortable seat, there's still a ways to go!

Contender #13

...

And this is why Grant is our fearless leader

Hang in there man, we are in the home stretch! Just two more to go!

Def

firiki · **Reply #59 on:** August 03, 2015, 11:49:19 PM

Oh, I'll try! It's just that my computer is having a hard time loading these pages

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