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Re: why is the compact so expensive?
Reply #30 on: October 12, 2015, 01:20:47 AM
Quote from: Luna Knife on October 12, 2015, 12:44:33 AM
Despite its higher price, I think the compact is still the most sold SAK in Europe

I don't think that's so surprising Luna.  Keep in mind, it's a 2-layer knife that no longer has a comparable 84mm version offered.  Many people who aren't as into SAKs as this community find a thinner tool more pocketable...they get a very useful blade, an opener, scissors, a corkscrew, pen, and a pin (sorry to everybody, but I don't acknowledge the hook as a useful tool)...all for about $30-$45, depending on where you purchase.

I know that many our our community don't like/don't prefer the combo opener because it's not as solid for prying as a typical opener layer, but for the general public, it's probably just fine...it is for me...but I generally know what I'm doing with the multitools that I use.   I carry both 84 and 91mm Golfers (pre Compacts) regularly, and I have a Compact mod that I'm also playing with.

I like the Compact, but I don't like the increased price valuation compared to what you can find for a Climber or SuperTinker.  Comparatively, a new Compact isn't worth it to somebody like me...I only purchase used ones.

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Re: why is the compact so expensive?
Reply #31 on: October 12, 2015, 03:20:21 AM
Nothing to add except I hate threads with no pictures.

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Re: why is the compact so expensive?
Reply #32 on: October 12, 2015, 08:23:45 AM
Quote from: Luna Knife on October 12, 2015, 12:44:33 AM
Despite its higher price, I think the compact is still the most sold SAK in Europe

Nee.. not even close, based on what I talked with distributors... and based on what I pick up on Airport auctions and see with other people and on second hand places...
Top should be Spartan, Tinker, Climber, Camper, Classic, miles ahead of everything else.
Note that most people (me included at first) when buying a new sak count tools and compare prices. The Compact falls short there. Also, everything has Philips screws in Europe and the Compact has 0 Philips capacity...
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Re: why is the compact so expensive?
Reply #33 on: October 12, 2015, 02:18:11 PM
Very nice HarleyXJGuy   :drool:

so seems a few of us do think the compacts over priced,i would definitely have a super tinker over a compact any day,plus might just me being tight,but i like value for money and the compact as much as i would like one fails for me  :-\
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Re: why is the compact so expensive?
Reply #34 on: October 12, 2015, 04:38:47 PM
Did anyone say pictures?

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Re: why is the compact so expensive?
Reply #35 on: October 12, 2015, 05:52:40 PM
As long as you have some room, the combo tool actually works better on Phillips screws than you might expect.  This was a pleasant surprise.  That said I never carry the Compact.

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Re: why is the compact so expensive?
Reply #36 on: October 12, 2015, 07:52:53 PM
Does anyone have one of these:
http://sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=DofE+Pocket+Tool

Amazon UK has it, but it can't be shipped to the US.  :( It is similar to the compact, except it has a rounded blade and phillips instead of a corkscrew.
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Re: why is the compact so expensive?
Reply #37 on: October 12, 2015, 08:04:58 PM
Quote from: Demel on October 12, 2015, 07:52:53 PM
Does anyone have one of these:
http://sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=DofE+Pocket+Tool

Amazon UK has it, but it can't be shipped to the US.  :( It is similar to the compact, except it has a rounded blade and phillips instead of a corkscrew.

Go outdoors had them, think they was around £25
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Re: why is the compact so expensive?
Reply #38 on: October 12, 2015, 08:08:31 PM
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Re: why is the compact so expensive?
Reply #39 on: October 12, 2015, 08:52:13 PM
Quote from: Zed on October 11, 2015, 11:47:57 AM
Everytime i see a compact i think too myself that fitted with a phillips it could be a handy sak for me...

I have one that I got in trade with the Phillips and reamer on the back; it is brilliant. A compact Super Tinker. I do miss the better screwdriver on the bottle opener sometimes though.

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but it could be me but they seem expensive, usually over £30,i know they have plus scales and the little mini driver,but compared too the price of a waiter (no scissors or plus scales etc) they seem a lot,what are your thoughts, :-\
Yeah, Plus scales and a little 'supply and demand' factor, I think  ::)
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Re: why is the compact so expensive?
Reply #40 on: October 12, 2015, 09:12:54 PM
Quote from: Demel on October 12, 2015, 07:52:53 PM
Does anyone have one of these:
http://sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=DofE+Pocket+Tool

Amazon UK has it, but it can't be shipped to the US.  :( It is similar to the compact, except it has a rounded blade and phillips instead of a corkscrew.

I've got three of them. Nice little SAK,makes for a great light urban carry :tu:
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Re: why is the compact so expensive?
Reply #41 on: October 13, 2015, 05:07:02 PM
Quote from: strmliner on October 12, 2015, 01:20:47 AM
I like the Compact, but I don't like the increased price valuation compared to what you can find for a Climber or SuperTinker.  Comparatively, a new Compact isn't worth it to somebody like me...I only purchase used ones.

You know, if I purchase ANY SAK with a scissors, I'm very careful. I got a couple from ebay, and people just WRECK the scissors. Grinding an angle on the flat side ruins them quickly. Needing a replacement scissor spring makes it cost more than a new one, unless you keep a supply of scissor springs on hand. If the pivot is a riveted type and loose, that wrecks them too.
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Re: why is the compact so expensive?
Reply #42 on: October 15, 2015, 10:21:58 PM
The aforementioned Compact arrived today and also, the old Champion that cost only half as much...

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Re: why is the compact so expensive?
Reply #43 on: October 15, 2015, 10:40:58 PM
Quote from: windson on October 15, 2015, 10:21:58 PM
The aforementioned Compact arrived today and also, the old Champion that cost only half as much...

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Re: why is the compact so expensive?
Reply #44 on: October 19, 2015, 03:24:27 AM
Yes I do agree that the Compact is expensive. I bought it around USD 31, compared to the Black Alox Pioneer w/ Red Shield which cost USD 35 here. I wish the Compact have the awl and phillips screwdriver, but I always pair it with a Spirit.

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Re: why is the compact so expensive?
Reply #45 on: October 19, 2015, 04:41:28 AM
Yep, the Compact is certainly expensive for what you get.  I have to say though, I've been rethinking my EDC needs, and for what I deal with during the course of a normal day, the Compact is perfect. :tu:
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Re: why is the compact so expensive?
Reply #46 on: October 19, 2015, 08:59:23 PM
Quote from: jerseydevil on October 19, 2015, 04:41:28 AM
Yep, the Compact is certainly expensive for what you get.  I have to say though, I've been rethinking my EDC needs, and for what I deal with during the course of a normal day, the Compact is perfect. :tu:

sound perfect tom  :salute: now i need one with a phillips instead of cs  :ahhh
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