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October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge

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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #420 on: October 08, 2016, 08:55:17 PM
Day 04:
(Attempting it ALL single layer!)

Today the 74mm Ambassador comes through. Unlike the 2-layer 65mm Delemont Evo 81 and Executive 81, and the 58mm Classic (SD) that have the pen blade and fingernail file side by side, requiring two independent springs, the larger 74mm Ambassador has a single spring with the pen blade and fingernail file opposing each other on one side and the scissors on the other. The Ambassador's file has the pointed tip for cleaning under fingernails.

The exterior garage door opener with numeric combination keypad was not working this morning. It takes a small 12v battery that shouldn't need replacement as it hasn't been in the opener that long. It was on the house when I bought it 20 years ago but there's no reason it shouldn't still work. With the opener exposed to the elements, even with a flip down cover, I've learned over the past two decades that at least 80% of the time, the copper battery contacts in the battery box have oxidized and need to be burnished as the oxidation does not conduct electricity very well.

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First step is removing the small #1 Phillips screw that holds the cover on the battery box. The pointed fingernail file tip fits it perfectly, and the screw doesn't require high torque. For this task, the trick is not dropping the screw; finding it would be a challenge.

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As I suspected, both contacts were oxidized, especially the right one. The file makes short work of the oxidation with very light pressure; just enough to abrade the surface lightly.

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After burnishing the right side, I used the file to tweak the contact, spreading its fold slightly to increase contact pressure on the battery terminal. The shiny nickel or chrome battery terminals were completely clean. They didn't need any attention.

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After reinstalling the battery and reassembling the battery box cover, it passed the "smoke test" with flying colors. The garage door opener is fully functional again and should be for at least a few months  ;)

Who says the pointy fingernail file is useless? BAH! Washed my hands afterward, including cleaning my fingernails with the Ambassador's file tip.

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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #421 on: October 08, 2016, 09:02:10 PM
8/30
Zertec,  once again.  The nail file is much better than my big,  nubby fingers.


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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #422 on: October 08, 2016, 09:56:18 PM
Crossing over with Spartan Saturday with an old school Tourist... :think:

There is no beginning,or ending,and for this we are thankful,cos now is hard enough to understand!


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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #423 on: October 08, 2016, 10:39:43 PM
Nice one Kirky.  :like:


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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #424 on: October 08, 2016, 10:58:04 PM
KL89 DAK today. :)

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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #425 on: October 08, 2016, 11:02:49 PM
Day 8

Carried my Executive today. The file is great for nails but it also works on soft metals. Today I've used it on both. The metal in question was the sharp points on my phone where it was dented by a fall. To get my phone in the picture I had to use my girlfriend's phone and send the picture so I apologise for the bad quality.


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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #426 on: October 08, 2016, 11:03:44 PM
There is no beginning,or ending,and for this we are thankful,cos now is hard enough to understand!


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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #427 on: October 08, 2016, 11:24:19 PM

I can carry my 2 layer 111 picnicer for this challenge correct?
. . .
A few basic rules:
  • 1 or 2 layers only.
  • 58-130mm, they're all good.
  • Any handle material - cellidor, nylon, alox, stag, whatever.
  • Both modified and stock knives are allowed.
  • No other multis or knives allowed.  Dedicated tools are OK if you need them for a particular job (pliers, saw, etc.)
  • You don't have to stick with one knife for the month, as long as all the ones you do use are within the rules
. . .


It complies with #1 and #2

I'll be using a 130mm Hunter Pro at some time during the month, probably more than once. 

John
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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #428 on: October 09, 2016, 01:11:53 AM
DAY 8



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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #430 on: October 09, 2016, 01:34:31 AM
Day 8:

Took the family to our favorite apple orchard, probably the best in all of Michigan.

Picking our own apples, what better use for a minimal sak than to cut pieces of apple straight off the tree?



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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #431 on: October 09, 2016, 04:37:13 AM
Day 8

With Hurricane Matthew no longer a threat to South Florida I decided to take down some of the shutters.  It is so dark in the house with all of the windows covered, and I get very nervous about how I'm going to get out if there's a fire. 


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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #432 on: October 09, 2016, 05:43:57 AM
Day 8



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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #433 on: October 09, 2016, 05:55:44 AM
Cool pic. I like the tail on that SAK.  :tu:
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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #434 on: October 09, 2016, 07:25:59 AM
8/30 was nice to change for a day. 2 layer picnicer and a banana!
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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #435 on: October 09, 2016, 09:21:28 AM
Are two babies allowed at once? (like Popular + Tourist)
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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #436 on: October 09, 2016, 09:36:05 AM
Are two babies allowed at once? (like Popular + Tourist)

Nope.


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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #437 on: October 09, 2016, 09:59:22 AM
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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #439 on: October 09, 2016, 10:52:37 AM
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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #440 on: October 09, 2016, 12:10:11 PM
Day 9: KL83 DAK  :salute:

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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #441 on: October 09, 2016, 12:30:31 PM
All I know is that I don't know anything - but I can't prove it!


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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #442 on: October 09, 2016, 12:35:24 PM
Day 9: KL83 DAK  :salute:

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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #443 on: October 09, 2016, 12:45:33 PM
Day 9: KL83 DAK  :salute:

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BY carry is always a win!  :cheers:

Day 9: KL83 DAK  :salute:

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I that your B-Year SAK?
(I'm still looking for a KL92/92SI/92Soldier myself)

Thanks guys!  :cheers:

Yes, it's my B-year SAK :)

If I see a KL92 somewhere i'll let you know  :salute:
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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #444 on: October 09, 2016, 12:51:38 PM
:drool:
I that your B-Year SAK?
(I'm still looking for a KL92/92SI/92Soldier myself)

Thanks guys!  :cheers:

Yes, it's my B-year SAK :)

If I see a KL92 somewhere i'll let you know  :salute:
Thank you  :tu:
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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #445 on: October 09, 2016, 01:32:10 PM
T14 day 9:
Swisscard Sunday. Hangnail pruning has been my only SAKtivity today :)
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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #446 on: October 09, 2016, 03:09:09 PM
9.

Elsie again, the lack of scissors is the challenge for me.

Might have to disqualify myself soon.  :facepalm:


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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #447 on: October 09, 2016, 03:26:08 PM
9.

Elsie again, the lack of scissors is the challenge for me.

Might have to disqualify myself soon.  :facepalm:
Stay strong Twiglet - Don't quit this as well.  :pok:  :D

Going steady with the SI, the lack of scissors is appealing.
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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #448 on: October 09, 2016, 03:28:52 PM
DAY 9



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Re: October 30 day minimalist SAK challenge
Reply #449 on: October 09, 2016, 04:01:15 PM
9.

Elsie again, the lack of scissors is the challenge for me.

Might have to disqualify myself soon.  :facepalm:
Stay strong Twiglet - Don't quit this as well.  :pok:  :D

Going steady with the SI, the lack of scissors is appealing.
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