How do you multitool addicts display and store your collections?

Heirphoto · **on:** December 29, 2012, 05:46:35 PM

This is a question for all the multi tool addicts out there. When I just had one or two tools I just kept them on my desk and grabbed whatever I felt useful for the days EDC. Now that I have about a dozen I wanted a better way to keep them handy but without cluttering up my desk. I plan to build a small wooden organiser bin that holds each tool in a row standing on end without their cases and then I can just grab what looks right for the day, slip it in an appropriate case while still have them all on display and handy to fiddle with.

So, whether a collector or a user (or both), what clever methods do you use to store/display them?

Tony

stealth007s · **Reply #1 on:** December 29, 2012, 07:00:35 PM

I 'display' mine on me..............

When not in use, I put some on a shelf in the bedroom, some on the end table next to my chair and some stay in place where I need them.

AHB · **Reply #2 on:** December 29, 2012, 07:28:17 PM

Here's an older thread, but I know alot have happened since..

Which reminds me that I have to take some new pics soon..

http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,10700.0.html

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #3 on:** December 29, 2012, 10:39:46 PM

One of these days I am going to get around to building a nice display case. I am thinking it shouldn't be too difficult- basically a box about four inches deep, maybe ~18 inches high with a shelf every 4-6 inches with a multitool on it. If I make it about 24-30 inches wide I should be able to fit a good many tools in it, leaving about 4-6 inches per tool, depending on the size of it.

Ideally I'd hang it on the wall, but with that many tools in it and a glass front that sucker is going to weigh a ton!

Def

nuphoria · **Reply #4 on:** December 29, 2012, 11:00:22 PM

Mine are hidden - no space to make a feature of them round here sadly.

The users are all over the place, and the less used or never used are hanging out together in some wooden drawers in the bedroom. I like to read them bedtime stories about brave tools of old, fighting for the kingdom with their tools all sharp and shiny

AHB · **Reply #5 on:** December 29, 2012, 11:13:29 PM

I gotta borrow those stories someday Chrissy..

Heirphoto · **Reply #6 on:** December 29, 2012, 11:18:42 PM

Quote from: stealth007s on December 29, 2012, 07:00:35 PM

I 'display' mine on me..............

When not in use, I put some on a shelf in the bedroom, some on the end table next to my chair and some stay in place where I need them.

That is pretty much where I am at too. Most on my desk, the latest favorite next to the sofa on the end table, one in the kitchen, etc....

Just trying to figure out neat storage but handy access so I can keep them all together but it would be easy to grab the one I need.

Been putting something together today in the workshop. Not the final draft but a work in process. Pics when I settle on one to actually use.

Tony

stealth007s · **Reply #7 on:** December 29, 2012, 11:27:14 PM

Maybe a plastic shelf system like the one I have here. I keep this one on a shelf in the closet. The only problem I have with it is keeping my MTs in it. I really do use what I have and like to have them near me. The shelf was red and I painted it tan and kept the drawers clear. I like it

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THE_LONGBOW · **Reply #8 on:** December 30, 2012, 02:06:47 AM

I am working on a display for some of my Multi's but I can not show it till after August when It will debut at a show.

enki_ck · **Reply #9 on:** December 30, 2012, 02:32:17 AM

Quote from: nuphoria on December 29, 2012, 11:00:22 PM

Mine are hidden - no space to make a feature of them round here sadly.

The users are all over the place, and the less used or never used are hanging out together in some wooden drawers in the bedroom. I like to read them bedtime stories about brave tools of old, fighting for the kingdom with their tools all sharp and shiny

You should write a children's book so they grow up to be multitool lovers

J-sews · **Reply #10 on:** December 30, 2012, 06:14:22 AM

We've just moved to a new house, so sadly mine are all packed away in boxes right now. $:-\$ Someday though....

Metropolicity · **Reply #11 on:** December 30, 2012, 06:14:55 AM

Quote from: J-sews on December 30, 2012, 06:14:22 AM

We've just moved to a new house, so sadly mine are all packed away in boxes right now. $:-\$ Someday though....

That's where you've been! Good to have you back Bob!

J-sews · **Reply #12 on:** December 30, 2012, 06:17:43 AM

Quote from: Metropolicity on December 30, 2012, 06:14:55 AM

Quote from: J-sews on December 30, 2012, 06:14:22 AM
We've just moved to a new house, so sadly mine are all packed away in boxes right now. $:-\$ Someday though....

That's where you've been! Good to have you back Bob!

Yep, its been a traumatic few months, but I think the worst is behind me

Good to be back Eric

Metropolicity · **Reply #13 on:** December 30, 2012, 06:20:22 AM

Good to have you back!

Now back on topic...I use a bunch of parts bin towers.

My actual parts bin for mods

stealth007s · **Reply #14 on:** December 30, 2012, 06:22:04 AM

Quote from: Metropolicity on December 30, 2012, 06:20:22 AM

Now back on topic...I use a bunch of parts bin towers.

Showoff!¡!

AHB · **Reply #15 on:** December 30, 2012, 10:38:42 AM

Here's two very fast shots of my display..

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #16 on:** December 30, 2012, 02:08:06 PM

Nice setup!

I keep looking on Craigslist to see if there are any old store displays like that glass one, but so far no luck.

Def

enki_ck · **Reply #17 on:** December 30, 2012, 02:18:52 PM

Great pics, guys!

AHB · **Reply #18 on:** December 30, 2012, 07:55:04 PM

Quote from: Grant Lamontagne on December 30, 2012, 02:08:06 PM

Nice setup!

I keep looking on Craigslist to see if there are any old store displays like that glass one, but so far no luck.

Def

No IKEA stores around?

I thought those blue/yellow buildings were everywhere..

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #19 on:** December 30, 2012, 10:31:56 PM

Actually no, there are no IKEA stores here. The closest one is either Montreal or Toronto, which is about 1000-1500kms away from here.

Def

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Heirphoto · **Reply #20 on:** December 31, 2012, 01:05:28 AM

Ni Ikea? I thought they were everywhere. All they need to do is send the 127 tractor trailer loads of store parts and a 4mm hex wrench and you can have an Ikea store too

Tony

nuphoria · **Reply #21 on:** December 31, 2012, 01:08:26 AM

That's a good point!

Metropolicity · **Reply #22 on:** December 31, 2012, 01:28:21 AM

Quote from: Heirphoto on December 31, 2012, 01:05:28 AM

Ni Ikea? I thought they were everywhere. All they need to do is send the 127 tractor trailer loads of store parts and a 4mm hex wrench and you can have an Ikea store too

Tony

Our ikea opened at the start of this month. It took them about 6 months, but 5 years if planning and highway expansion.

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #23 on:** December 31, 2012, 01:42:46 AM

Every time I think of Ikea my mind goes straight to PiKEA for some reason!

Def

J-sews · **Reply #24 on:** December 31, 2012, 04:59:17 AM

That one really hits the nail on the head!

Dunc · **Reply #25 on:** December 31, 2012, 12:35:51 PM

I display some of my leathermans in this display case and rotate them about as I can't fit them all in at the same time. My other tools Vic and Gerber are in boxes and tins or my pocket or bedside table.

nuphoria · **Reply #26 on:** December 31, 2012, 03:47:20 PM

Brilliant, not seen that one Def!

Love the case Dunc - looks the dogs b's

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