one piece tool wanted

Raukodur · **on:** December 28, 2011, 02:16:24 PM

Ive recently become interested in getting a one piece tool having seen the Boker VOX access tool.

That has a few things on it I like, the overall shape, the prybar looks well designed, the small carabiner, but unfortunately it doesnt have the wrench that other one piece tools do. Also priced very nicely at £25.

I am not interested in screwdrivers, or can openers.

So is there a one piece tool, similarly reasonably priced (which would rule out the Atwoods) which has a prybar and wrench on it?

Syph007 · **Reply #1 on:** December 28, 2011, 02:25:18 PM

I was curious about the one piece tools as well, and have never used any. I ordered a piranha to try, don't have it yet, but it does have the wrench + pry bar and the price wasn't crazy.

http://pockettoolx.com/products/piranha

Raukodur · **Reply #2 on:** December 28, 2011, 02:43:36 PM

The piranha does have a lot going for it

thanks for the suggestion.

And it does like a reasonable sized tool as well.

Since I do not need the bit/screwdrivers, and try and avoid overlap if possible, any other suggestions?

Raukodur · **Reply #3 on:** December 28, 2011, 02:50:36 PM

I think i've answered my own question, although the answer is I believe an 'evil' one, the atwood rip off Navy tool:

http://www.survivaldepot.co.uk/Navy_CUI__Pry_Tool/p474753_3571678.aspx

Seems to fit the bill quite perfectly, and dirt cheap. Now just need to find out how well it performs.

AHB · **Reply #4 on:** December 28, 2011, 03:03:15 PM

Mr. Whippy did a review of it here:Atwood Prybaby vs the Navy 2001 Emergency prytool .

Mr. Whippy · **Reply #5 on:** December 28, 2011, 03:03:46 PM

I would suggest looking at the PocketToolX Piranha or the TTPocketTools Chopper or Keeper. The Piranha is much larger and has both metric and standard wrenches. The Chopper and Keeper are smaller and have just standard wrenches.

Mr. Whippy · **Reply #6 on:** December 28, 2011, 03:05:57 PM

Regarding the Navy Tool: I think it's a keychain bauble more than a real "rely-on" tool. I don't think the hardening is quite right for real work. For a few dollars more, I'd go with the Piranha or Chopper/Keeper options. They are much tougher.

Raukodur · **Reply #7 on:** December 28, 2011, 03:14:14 PM

Thanks for the info Mr Whippy,

Are the TT tools available in the UK, can't seem to find them on any website...

The piranha, it seems like too big a tool for the keyring, am I right in thinking that? Otherwise looks pretty perfect.

Mr. Whippy · **Reply #8 on:** December 28, 2011, 03:17:49 PM

Quote from: Raukodur on December 28, 2011, 03:14:14 PM

Thanks for the info Mr Whippy,

Are the TT tools available in the UK, can't seem to find them on any website...

The piranha, it seems like too big a tool for the keyring, am I right in thinking that? Otherwise looks pretty perfect.

http://ttpockettools.blogspot.com/p/products.html

Raukodur · **Reply #9 on:** December 28, 2011, 03:48:17 PM

Ah OK, so $31 inclusive of international shipping for the Keeper or Chopper.

Just found the Schrade one bit tool, which also looks quite good, bit more costly at around £25

And then there is also the Pocketwrench pocket wrench, which seems to just have the two functions I want, will need to find some reviews of that.

Raukodur · **Reply #10 on:** December 28, 2011, 03:58:47 PM

Seems like the pocketwrench pocket wrench is PERFECT, but unavailable

Mr. Whippy · **Reply #11 on:** December 28, 2011, 04:20:29 PM

Quote from: Raukodur on December 28, 2011, 03:58:47 PM

Seems like the pocketwrench pocket wrench is PERFECT, but unavailable

Let me google that for you

Raukodur · **Reply #12 on:** December 28, 2011, 04:25:02 PM

Only place I can find it in the UK is Rutlands, where it would cost £15, with an exorbitant £5 shipping, but even there it is out of stock.

No luck finding elsewhere, using google shopping, ebay and amazon.

Mr. Whippy · **Reply #13 on:** December 28, 2011, 04:28:15 PM

Go to the pocketwrench website. They ship to the UK (amongst the other UN listed countries on their shipping list). It'll come up in the link above

Mr. Whippy · **Reply #14 on:** December 28, 2011, 04:45:05 PM

One other thought:

I have a spare Element 115 (Atwood tool). If that is of interest, maybe you have something worth trading for it...

Raukodur · **Reply #15 on:** December 28, 2011, 06:47:37 PM

That is a very generous offer I am sure many of the other MTO members would jump on

I feel for a first foray into one piece tools, it is better I go for a more budget tool, to see if I will end up carrying one long term before going for the more expensive models.

As it is, the pocket wrench has the two tools on it I am after, and seems to have good reviews, so if I can get my hand on one, wouild probably do me perfectly for the price. I have sent them an email asking how much postage to the UK is.

Raukodur · **Reply #16 on:** December 30, 2011, 10:30:54 PM

contacted the website for pocketwrench, since it doesnt allow you to order from overseas although they do sell overseas.

They got their website fixed after I sent them an email, pretty good response time as well, and I have placed an order for 3, for me, my brother, and father.

Seems like the perfect one piece tool if all you want is a prybar and wrench. Very reasonably priced as well, and from the reviews I have read, good build quality. Looking forward to getting it and putting it to use.

Mr. Whippy · **Reply #17 on:** December 30, 2011, 11:30:16 PM

Quote from: Raukodur on December 30, 2011, 10:30:54 PM

contacted the website for pocketwrench, since it doesnt allow you to order from overseas although they do sell overseas.

They got their website fixed after I sent them an email, pretty good response time as well, and I have placed an order for 3, for me, my brother, and father.

Seems like the perfect one piece tool if all you want is a prybar and wrench. Very reasonably priced as well, and from the reviews I have read, good build quality. Looking forward to getting it and putting it to use.

Just one warning: The Pocketwrench has teeth that bite into the nut to turn it rather than interference fit on the faces (like an Atwood). That means if you use it on a chromed finish nut, you WILL end up with a marred nut.

Other than that, I think they're great!

Raukodur · **Reply #18 on:** December 30, 2011, 11:47:21 PM

Thanks for the heads up

Raukodur · **Reply #19 on:** January 26, 2012, 12:04:27 PM

Arrived today.

Very impressed on first impression, thicker than I expected, and solidly built; I won't be scared putting it to use. Given its rounded ends and comfortable heft, very pleasant to hold.

asupernothing · **Reply #20 on:** January 30, 2012, 06:01:37 AM

As far as the atwoods go, I would really try to grab one if you can. It may take a while before you get a chance to purchase, but they are generally very nice.

mudtoy · **Reply #21 on:** January 31, 2012, 05:59:13 AM

Quote from: Mr. Whippy on December 28, 2011, 04:45:05 PM

One other thought:

I have a spare Element 115 (Atwood tool). If that is of interest, maybe you have something worth trading for it...

I'd take your hand off for that Element, though I am in Australia.. I understand if that's too much hassle

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