Does my infamous gold-plated SAK count? I've started using it I think that since they're supposed to be quality tools and you've paid for them, you should have fun and experience all the good stuff such a tool can provide.. I've never ever had anything only for collecting purposes. I might have pampered something at the beginning and been "afraid" to use it, but it's always gotten used sooner or later.
It's only the SwissCard that I have,which rides in my card carrier everyday.
It's only the SwissCard that I have,which rides in my card carrier everyday.BUT,I refer to the wise words of the High a priest of Flickdom,' there's no to pretty to carry,only too pretty NOT TO carry'
[...]With regard to your list, a lot of them are rather specialized tools that most people would never have a call for. If someone was working with lab equipment, watches, etc then there are specialized tools that would probably do a better job.[...]
I saw a firefighter with a Victorinox Rescue tool once, so maybe some speSmurfpillsed tools do get used.
I never saw the firefighter using it and he had it on with his "nice" uniform, so maybe it was just for show too.. Most of the speSmurfpillsed tools can be seen as unecessary bulk for people who do not need them and not good/hygienic/strong enough for those that actually would need them.
Quote from: dks on October 15, 2014, 11:11:27 AMI never saw the firefighter using it and he had it on with his "nice" uniform, so maybe it was just for show too.. Most of the speSmurfpillsed tools can be seen as unecessary bulk for people who do not need them and not good/hygienic/strong enough for those that actually would need them.I think thats what makes them "exotic" Although its not entirely true. The hunter in my office either uses either the Hunter or the newer Hunter XT-CS. Maybe we should ask Stew to test-drive the Rescue Tool...
Quote from: Etherealicer on October 15, 2014, 11:38:46 AMQuote from: dks on October 15, 2014, 11:11:27 AMI never saw the firefighter using it and he had it on with his "nice" uniform, so maybe it was just for show too.. Most of the speSmurfpillsed tools can be seen as unecessary bulk for people who do not need them and not good/hygienic/strong enough for those that actually would need them.I think thats what makes them "exotic" Although its not entirely true. The hunter in my office either uses either the Hunter or the newer Hunter XT-CS. Maybe we should ask Stew to test-drive the Rescue Tool...The Hunter may be specialized, but I don't think it can be considered exotic. Its tools are those of the traditional European folding hunting knife. Since its also substantially cheaper than the traditional stag-handled versions I suspect it sees a good deal of use in its intended role.