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us Offline NetsNJ

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Multipurpose hook test
on: May 26, 2016, 06:33:03 AM
So the Victorinox multipurpose hook (parcel carrier) is rated to bear 200lbs.  Seems like a lot of weight to be borne by that tiny pin.  I was wondering, what is the most weight anyone has put on this thing?  Has anyone here broken it or seen it break?


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Re: Multipurpose hook test
Reply #1 on: May 26, 2016, 07:28:09 AM
I remember a youtube somewhere that tests that theory...
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Re: Multipurpose hook test
Reply #2 on: May 26, 2016, 08:06:01 AM
Yes, I saw a similar clip earlier this week, where a guy weighing 90kg pulled himself up on the hook.


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Re: Multipurpose hook test
Reply #3 on: May 26, 2016, 08:08:24 AM


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Re: Multipurpose hook test
Reply #4 on: May 26, 2016, 08:15:08 AM
Very impressive, nicely shows the Vic level of quality.


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Re: Multipurpose hook test
Reply #5 on: May 26, 2016, 09:39:53 AM
It also works really well when you're in the alps being chased by baddies. You can use it to slide down the cable car line. If I had a quid for every time the hook has saved my life. Well I wouldn't be stuck here at work typing this out i can tell you.
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Re: Multipurpose hook test
Reply #6 on: May 26, 2016, 09:49:19 AM
This guy deserves a hook badge...



The strength test is at the end of the vid.
« Last Edit: May 26, 2016, 09:50:36 AM by Brock O Lee »
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Re: Multipurpose hook test
Reply #7 on: May 26, 2016, 10:03:45 AM
This guy deserves a hook badge...



The strength test is at the end of the vid.
That is astounding! It's great there are people out there doing this for us.  :salute:
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Re: Multipurpose hook test
Reply #8 on: May 26, 2016, 10:39:10 AM
The guy also deserves a SAKnight banner :salute:

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Re: Multipurpose hook test
Reply #9 on: May 26, 2016, 03:18:04 PM
I carried a 30 lb. square bale on my Explorer's hook once. I've done the same with another model, my Fieldmaster, I think.


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Re: Multipurpose hook test
Reply #10 on: May 26, 2016, 03:46:43 PM
This guy deserves a hook badge...



The strength test is at the end of the vid.

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Re: Multipurpose hook test
Reply #11 on: May 26, 2016, 04:08:38 PM
Wait till you see what the guy can do with the fish scaler, Harley :rofl:

Seriously though, I'm not sure about twisting the backlayer tools, the hook in this case. It seems it can take it but I know Victorinox recommends no to do that and I've had the awl on my beater 91mm Ranger develop (just a little) side play with far less stress. I put some holes on a empty can with it to separate gravels from dirt.

Nevertheless, this video showcases that the hook isn't as useless as some people think it is :hatsoff:
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Re: Multipurpose hook test
Reply #12 on: May 27, 2016, 08:02:56 PM
So it IS strong enough for emergency zip lining then!

It would take quite alot to shear the brass pin... I would love to test one to failure to actually find out... That just made the todo list.

A twisting motion will cause failure much sooner though.  Ive seen numerous time the backside phillips has been used a stuck screw and rips the pin right through the soft Al liner.  Thats the only pin without a bushing on it.
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Re: Multipurpose hook test
Reply #13 on: May 28, 2016, 03:03:09 AM
It also works really well when you're in the alps being chased by baddies. You can use it to slide down the cable car line. If I had a quid for every time the hook has saved my life. Well I wouldn't be stuck here at work typing this out i can tell you.

Did MacGyver ever use a hook?  :think:
Or a Spirit.  :D


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Re: Multipurpose hook test
Reply #14 on: May 28, 2016, 03:07:04 AM
It also works really well when you're in the alps being chased by baddies. You can use it to slide down the cable car line. If I had a quid for every time the hook has saved my life. Well I wouldn't be stuck here at work typing this out i can tell you.

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Re: Multipurpose hook test
Reply #15 on: May 28, 2016, 03:09:35 AM
It also works really well when you're in the alps being chased by baddies. You can use it to slide down the cable car line. If I had a quid for every time the hook has saved my life. Well I wouldn't be stuck here at work typing this out i can tell you.

Did MacGyver ever use a hook?  :think:
Or a Spirit.  :D

Even better would be to use the hook on the Spirit! Not sure I've ever seen anyone come up with a use for that. :think:
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Re: Multipurpose hook test
Reply #16 on: May 28, 2016, 03:14:21 AM
It also works really well when you're in the alps being chased by baddies. You can use it to slide down the cable car line. If I had a quid for every time the hook has saved my life. Well I wouldn't be stuck here at work typing this out i can tell you.

Did MacGyver ever use a hook?  :think:
Or a Spirit.  :D

Even better would be to use the hook on the Spirit! Not sure I've ever seen anyone come up with a use for that. :think:

Well, that hook keeps the awl in place when closed, so it does not sink in the handle. That's enough for me. Instead of a stump, they made t a hook. Why not?


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Re: Multipurpose hook test
Reply #17 on: May 28, 2016, 09:33:00 PM
So it IS strong enough for emergency zip lining then!

It would take quite alot to shear the brass pin... I would love to test one to failure to actually find out... That just made the todo list.

A twisting motion will cause failure much sooner though.  Ive seen numerous time the backside phillips has been used a stuck screw and rips the pin right through the soft Al liner.  Thats the only pin without a bushing on it.

So conversely, on your Ti mods with steel pivots; the weakest link would be the tool itself which would torque first; before the liners or pivots would even blink.


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Re: Multipurpose hook test
Reply #18 on: May 30, 2016, 10:36:59 PM
So it IS strong enough for emergency zip lining then!

It would take quite alot to shear the brass pin... I would love to test one to failure to actually find out... That just made the todo list.

A twisting motion will cause failure much sooner though.  Ive seen numerous time the backside phillips has been used a stuck screw and rips the pin right through the soft Al liner.  Thats the only pin without a bushing on it.

Another reason for ti liners I guess.


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Re: Multipurpose hook test
Reply #19 on: May 31, 2016, 04:07:38 PM
So it IS strong enough for emergency zip lining then!

It would take quite alot to shear the brass pin... I would love to test one to failure to actually find out... That just made the todo list.

A twisting motion will cause failure much sooner though.  Ive seen numerous time the backside phillips has been used a stuck screw and rips the pin right through the soft Al liner.  Thats the only pin without a bushing on it.

Another reason for ti liners I guess.
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Re: Multipurpose hook test
Reply #20 on: May 31, 2016, 04:26:37 PM
That's a great series of Victorinox videos. First time I see one. Great job Nikos Doulas!
I've seen his Facebook page. He is a climber, a mountaineer, a mountain biker, a camper and an aviator. No surprise he likes Victorinox. Only problem, he supports the wrong sports team.
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Re: Multipurpose hook test
Reply #21 on: June 01, 2016, 11:18:57 AM
[...] Only problem, he supports the wrong sports team.

You should know... a vazelos in Piraeus!

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Re: Multipurpose hook test
Reply #22 on: June 01, 2016, 12:43:39 PM
Yeah! You know what it takes to be like that.



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Re: Multipurpose hook test
Reply #23 on: June 14, 2016, 12:18:35 AM
Yeah! You know what it takes to be like that.

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And a questionable taste in sports teams  :P
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