I'm deciding between a Climber or Super Tinker (do i need a corkscrew or phillips?)
I've finally decided to add a 3 layer 91mm SAK to my small collection.I'm deciding between a Climber or Super Tinker (do i need a corkscrew or phillips?)
It is true that the small screwdriver tip on the can opener will work as a #2 Phillips pretty often. But one can't apply a lot of torque to it, or it'll either slip out or fold up on you. The T-Phillips of the Super Tinker is a better tool for those tight Phillips'. (assuming the T-handle can reach in there.)Lastly, if you don't have an Explorer, get one. I've gotten used to that fourth layer now,
... the small driver, tip of the small blade works in a pinch.
I strongly prefer the tinker, super tinker, and deluxe tinker to their corkscrew counterparts. I will never need a corkscrew and it sticks out further than the phillips. So while the phillips isnt perfect being a T handle, its better than a corkscrew. Never missed the small driver, tip of the small blade works in a pinch.Go Tinkers!
I'll weigh in on the side of the Climber over the Super Tinker. I have and like both, but feel the corkscrew offers more functionality and versatility than the back side Phillips for general carry. I've yet to come across a #1 or #2 Phillips screw I couldn't handle with the can opener due to tightness of the screw, so the only real added advantage of the back side Phillips is the ability to access recessed screws. The corkscrew, besides the obvious task of opening wine bottles, is handy as a sort of marlin spike for untying knots, and also holds the useful mini-screwdriver. Plus, if someone cuts you off in traffic, you can hold up your Climber and say, "(Cork)screw you!". Climber FTW
Im not saying the back side philips is useless but for me it basically is. With that said, the Deluxe Tinker rocks! I just wish it had a corkscrew.
For me, it is a simple question:As I am wearing glasses, I need the mini screwdriver. If one of the tiny screws gets loose, it is a safe bet that it will happen in public, on a long walk or somewhere else than home where your screwdrivers are.Believe me when I say a knife tip would not be sufficient. I once had a glass fall into my ice coffee while being on a day-trip. No chance of reattaching it with the blade of my Classic Luckily I was with my GF who could drive us home.So Corkscrew + Mini Screwdriver it is!
Quote from: daverobson on January 07, 2014, 05:41:15 PMI'm deciding between a Climber or Super Tinker (do i need a corkscrew or phillips?)I like the way the Tinker feels in the pocket with the Phillips screw driver sitting flush with the scale as opposed to the corkscrew sitting up higher. However, I have always found the back spring Phillips almost worthless. I carried a Climber or a Spartan for years with a mini-driver inside the corkscrew. The small flathead on the can opener will tackle most Phillips heads.
I had a lot of problems with my current set of glasses with the screws falling out until I put some threadlocker on. They've been fine since.
I like the way the Tinker feels in the pocket with the Phillips screw driver sitting flush with the scale as opposed to the corkscrew sitting up higher.
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@daverobsonGood! I hope the Super Tinker will be a good companion to you!
Quote from: Wilfried on January 09, 2014, 02:11:17 PM@daverobsonGood! I hope the Super Tinker will be a good companion to you! Thank you! I'm looking forward to it arriving.It's strange though that Super Tinkers are available in the U.S. & Europe but they don't exist in the U.K.!