Gregpost's December Challenge/Badge Quest

gregpost · **on:** December 01, 2015, 08:53:59 PM

Day 1:

I normally carry a Wingman everyday because it's so easy and useful to carry. I take the Wingman in addition to other items and usually reach for it first. But this month is all about Surge, alone.

I had one of these serving stands left over from the disposable aluminium trays used over Thanksgiving. I wanted to reduce it before I chucked it in the bin.

Surge cutters and pliers head made quick work of cutting or twisting into smaller pieces.

Obi1shinobee · **Reply #1 on:** December 01, 2015, 09:01:29 PM

Quote from: gregpost on December 01, 2015, 08:53:59 PM

Day 1:

I normally carry a Wingman everyday because it's so easy and useful to carry. I take the Wingman in addition to other items and usually reach for it first. But this month is all about Surge, alone.

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I had one of these serving stands left over from the disposable aluminium trays used over Thanksgiving. I wanted to reduce it before I chucked it in the bin.
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Surge cutters and pliers head made quick work of cutting or twisting into smaller pieces.
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gregpost · **Reply #2 on:** December 02, 2015, 08:10:14 PM

Day 2:
Pull tab packaging from Amazon didn't pull all the way through. Using Surge serrated knife backwards opened the rest.

Some new pegboard hardware.

gregpost · **Reply #3 on:** December 04, 2015, 04:49:42 AM

Day 3:

I affixed the quick-release and removable pocket clip that I bought for a Wave. It wiggles from side to side. I don't like it, prefer the Wingman pocket clip.

hiraethus · **Reply #4 on:** December 04, 2015, 08:38:41 AM

Yeah, I don't like the wiggly clip either, but it's better than a sheath. Works very well on the Wave.

Toolslinger · **Reply #5 on:** December 04, 2015, 03:25:20 PM

You can fix the wiggly clip by undoing the pivot and epoxying (or gluing) the end cap in place. I've done it to 2 Surge's now and the clip is solid now.

gregpost · **Reply #6 on:** December 04, 2015, 04:01:10 PM

I'll have to consider that, thanks for the tip.

gregpost · **Reply #7 on:** December 04, 2015, 08:14:22 PM

Day 4:

Tightening up an old chair leg.

gregpost · **Reply #8 on:** December 05, 2015, 09:43:30 PM

Day 5:

Remove the old blade from the box cutter for a new blade.

gregpost · **Reply #9 on:** December 06, 2015, 10:37:05 PM

Day 6:

Using the scissors to get the last bit of my popcorn. This entire thread could be about using the scissors like 15 times a day.

gregpost · **Reply #10 on:** December 07, 2015, 11:47:46 PM

Day 7:

Used Leatherman Surge pliers to pull and cut zip-ties that secure a magnetic tool holder to my pegboard. This is a temporary fix until I find a more elegant solution.

NKlamerus · **Reply #11 on:** December 08, 2015, 02:01:01 AM

Elegant? Looks good to me!

Never seen the word "superjustable" either

gregpost · **Reply #12 on:** December 08, 2015, 08:26:55 PM

Quote from: NKlamerus on December 08, 2015, 02:01:01 AM

Elegant? Looks good to me!

Never seen the word "superjustable" either

Something more permanent, better looking, and more secure than just zip-ties.

gregpost · **Reply #13 on:** December 08, 2015, 09:02:47 PM

Day 8:

I wanted to cut these palm fronds in half because they were blocking a walk way. I used the Surge saw and it was very easy. I had a bunch to cut so I switched over to large Corona saw. It was a better cutter but harder to control so I switched back for the last few. With certain multi-tools I try not to use things like the saw so they're sharp for when I really need them. With the Surge the saw is replaceable anyways.

gregpost · **Reply #14 on:** December 09, 2015, 08:39:30 PM

Day 9:

Never had much luck with sweepstakes or prize drawings(reverse jinx). Was offered a good deal on a Swisstool Spirit although it's not the X version, so I bought it. I'm going to leave it unopened until the end of the challenge and drawing.

gregpost · **Reply #15 on:** December 11, 2015, 04:32:03 AM

Day 10:

Simple cutting task.

gregpost · **Reply #16 on:** December 12, 2015, 03:28:48 AM

Day 11:

Getting some MCR points.

gregpost · **Reply #17 on:** December 13, 2015, 12:28:30 AM

Day 12:

Used the Surge on some outside tasks, hanging lights and decorations but couldn't take photos.

HarleyXJGuy · **Reply #18 on:** December 13, 2015, 03:43:27 AM

Umm that is a photo.

gregpost · **Reply #19 on:** December 13, 2015, 07:24:05 AM

Quote from: HarleyXJGuy on December 13, 2015, 03:43:27 AM

Umm that is a photo.

I meant action shots. It's a little tricky when you're on ladders.

HarleyXJGuy · **Reply #20 on:** December 13, 2015, 11:07:11 PM

Quote from: gregpost on December 13, 2015, 07:24:05 AM

Quote from: HarleyXJGuy on December 13, 2015, 03:43:27 AM
Umm that is a photo.

I meant action shots. It's a little tricky when you're on ladders.

Yeah I know was just busting chops.

gregpost · **Reply #21 on:** December 14, 2015, 03:10:28 AM

Day 13:

This year's fad destined to litter next year's yard sales.

This is supposed to be staked into the ground. But they insisted on mounting it higher to see if it would project better. Leatherman Surge and more zip-ties.

gregpost · **Reply #22 on:** December 14, 2015, 03:18:22 AM

Quote from: HarleyXJGuy on December 13, 2015, 11:07:11 PM

Yeah I know was just busting chops.

gregpost · **Reply #23 on:** December 14, 2015, 11:24:51 PM

Day 14:

Cutting a lot of boxes down left over from a party. Started with the Surge but then ended up using my B&D power scissors.

gregpost · **Reply #24 on:** December 15, 2015, 09:30:48 PM

Day 15:

Remove this tree sucker with Surge saw.

gregpost · **Reply #25 on:** December 16, 2015, 08:26:21 PM

Day 16:

Opening a can of beans for a demo. The can is nearly expired. I am not a big fan of can openers on multitools. I think they're a relic. I much rather have a package opener. If the Surge had a combo package opener/wire stripper that would be cool. The Surge can opener does the job fine, the can opener is much better than the Wingman's. The other thing is the cap lifter part of the can opener design sucks. It's nowhere near as good as the cap lifter/screwdriver on the Victorinox.

powernoodle · **Reply #26 on:** December 16, 2015, 08:42:56 PM

Quote from: gregpost on December 16, 2015, 08:26:21 PM

I am not a big fan of can openers on multitools.

I have never used an MT can opener. Ever. I would be okay if they disappeared.

HarleyXJGuy · **Reply #27 on:** December 17, 2015, 03:15:48 PM

Quote from: powernoodle on December 16, 2015, 08:42:56 PM

Quote from: gregpost on December 16, 2015, 08:26:21 PM
I am not a big fan of can openers on multitools.

I have never used an MT can opener. Ever. I would be okay if they disappeared.

Never?

You no camp?

gregpost · **Reply #28 on:** December 17, 2015, 09:27:08 PM

Day 17:

'Tis the season of packages arriving.

zoidberg · **Reply #29 on:** December 18, 2015, 10:12:51 AM

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