JDR Pryrranha Review (Keychain thingy)

[cyberspyder]

Earlier in the year, I won a GAC hosted by Joshua, which included several items…including this Pryrranha. Before I go any further, here are the basic specs:

-Crucible CPM-S30V steel
>about 1/8" thick and a tad over 2.5" long
-Bottle opener
-Two pry edges/flathead screwdrivers
-Most edges beveled
-Lanyard/keychain hole

MATERIAL/FINISH/DURABILITY
As said above, the Pryrranha is made from a 1/8” thick piece of Crucible S30V steel, known for its inherent toughness. To complement the S30V, the finish is a nice brushed satin silver. The stock finish resists scratches and rust fairly well, the ‘brushed’ effect masks most hairline scratches (something hand polished/rubbed finishes can’t do). However, due to the satin nature of the steel, when compared to a mirror finished piece, it does have a tendency to pick up rust easier…due to the ‘unsealed’ steel surface (many microscopic pits and divots). However, as long as you give it a good rub-down with something like Tuf-Cloth it should be rust free (mine obviously isn't...got too lazy ).

USEABILITY
The Pryrranha, as its name suggests, is meant to pry stuff. To fulfill this, there are a total of two prying edges…one right at the end and one across from the bottle opener. There is a slight angle on the top face (22 degrees?) that increases the leverage and decreases the force needed to pry out something. Aside from the prying, the Pryrranha can also function as a flathead screwdriver. For this, it has a total of three ‘heads’-one on each of the two pry bars, and a gigantic one alongside the edge of it. It does this role fairly well, although the slight angled top does make it difficult for the head to stay in the screw, as the other side is flat and tends to get ‘wedged’ out. Perhaps there should be a bevel on both the top and bottom?

THE BOTTLE CAP OPENER
Honestly, the Pryrranha would not be the first thing I’d grab when given a choice since (IMO) the bottle opener thingy needs a bit of improvement. It DOES work though, but obviously not as good as a dedicated one. Because there isn’t a lot of surface area, the flat portion of the opener mangles the cap instead of popping it off. Maybe make the next version a bit thicker…?

Pros
-Nice implementation of several gadgets in one
-Great construction and finish
-Top-notched design

Cons
-Bottle opener needs some work

Misc. notes
-Maybe a shinier finish to repel rust a little better?
-Loving the Mohawk on the dude

*Note...this was Joshua's first version...he has a newer, thicker one.

FINAL NOTES
Certainly the Pryrranha is worth the $50 price tag, as it’s handmade and combines several useful gadgets into one.




Reduced to fridge hinge duty

Brendan

[Splat]

Certainly the Pryrranha is worth the $50 price tag, as it’s handmade and combines several useful gadgets into one.

I always do enjoy a nice piece of machined metal. But for $50, I don't agree with you. For that amount of cash I'd rather get a SAK that does more. Yeah, it's a nifty little thing, but my interest level would surely fall flat within a day. Plus, it don't do "click" sounds like a well-made SAK (redundant, I know) can produce.  Still, good luck with it.

[Mike, Lord of the Spammers!]

That looks a cool little thing, and great review mate

[DaveK]

That looks a cool little thing, and great review mate

My thoughts exactly! I've been thinking about a little pry-bar for my key-ring. That one's a contender, but I'm looking more in the $5 end of the market

[SteamKit]

Nice review! It seems nifty as a key chain but there is no way you're going to ever convince me that it's worth $50. I appreciate that it's hand made of fair steel, but damn, it's highway robbery at that price.

-Kit

[Neil]

It reminds me of the Atwood Keyton I just got from Flash.  Another nifty little keyring tool that really isn't worth the money they go for (I know Nick won't be offended by that ).

 

As a very cheap alternative why not carry the opener from a broken SAK on your keyring.  I known its not in the same league but still, its very cheap

Dissing of tools aside, thanks for the review Brendan, it was very well done 

Neil

[Flash]

NKB,

I can't be offended by that as I fully agree...however it did not stop me buying an Atwrench the other day 

[cgk]

NKB,

I can't be offended by that as I fully agree...however it did not stop me buying an Atwrench the other day 

That one is awesome, how big of a nut can it handle???

[Leatherman123]

It can handle:1/4, 5/16, 3/8, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16 and 5/8 nut sizes! I am thinking about starting a collection of Atwood tools.

[Benner]

It can handle:1/4, 5/16, 3/8, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16 and 5/8 nut sizes! I am thinking about starting a collection of Atwood tools.

The fiancee will be well chuffed.

[max6166]

I really, really like that Atwrench! Very clever.

[Benner]

Although nothing like the quality of the Atwood, you could always try a Latshaw pocketwrench2 which has a similar concept.

[Gareth]

It reminds me of the Atwood Keyton I just got from Flash.  Another nifty little keyring tool that really isn't worth the money they go for (I know Nick won't be offended by that ).

 

As a very cheap alternative why not carry the opener from a broken SAK on your keyring.  I known its not in the same league but still, its very cheap

Dissing of tools aside, thanks for the review Brendan, it was very well done 

Neil

I like the SAK opener idea, it appeals to my cheap streak. 

Whilst this pry tool looks the business, $50 seems like a lot of cash.  Great review though.   

[max6166]

Although nothing like the quality of the Atwood, you could always try a Latshaw pocketwrench2 which has a similar concept.

Thanks for the pointer. I do like the Atwood a lot more, but the Latshaw is more likely in my future...  

[Benner]

Although nothing like the quality of the Atwood, you could always try a Latshaw pocketwrench2 which has a similar concept.

Thanks for the pointer. I do like the Atwood a lot more, but the Latshaw is more likely in my future...  

I'd much rather have the Atwood  but I have the pocketwrench and I think that's as goos as I'm gonna get. 

[Flash]

Folks,

Here is a comparison shot...hope it helps,

Flash

[Neil]

The atwrench really looks the part    I just don't want to know the cost

Neil

[Mike, Lord of the Spammers!]

I still want one of those latshaws

[Neil]

They might be cheap enough.  Are they available this side of the pond?

Neil

[Mike, Lord of the Spammers!]

They might be cheap enough.  Are they available this side of the pond?

Neil

Not that I've seen, no

[Benner]

They might be cheap enough.  Are they available this side of the pond?

Neil

Whichdawg found somewhere that would ship them to the UK.  Hopefully he still has the link.

[Mike, Lord of the Spammers!]

Well hassel Dan on my behalf then please , for I am on the pull tonight

[Neil]

Well hassel Dan on my behalf then please , for I am on the pull tonight

Oh great, Mike's going to be in a sod of a mood tomorrow 

 

Neil

[Benner]

Well hassel Dan on my behalf then please , for I am on the pull tonight

Oh great, Mike's going to be in a sod of a mood tomorrow 

 

Neil

 

[Flash]

Mikes on the pull?

Lock up your wives, daughters and any small furry mammals. 

[Leatherman123]

The fiancee will be well chuffed.

I know! They are so expensive! I have a Prybaby of some sort, and it is on my keys!

[Sea Monster]

I'd probably just lose it! 


I've been wanting to try out that Vic opener thing since you first told us the story with the metal detector 'n all.

Too bad I don't have any broken SAKs.

Time to go admire some Swisstool pics, I'm sure one of those combo tools would be great.

[Mike, Lord of the Spammers!]

Well hassel Dan on my behalf then please , for I am on the pull tonight

Oh great, Mike's going to be in a sod of a mood tomorrow 

 

Neil

Mike's in a very strange mood today

[Benner]

Well hassel Dan on my behalf then please , for I am on the pull tonight

Oh great, Mike's going to be in a sod of a mood tomorrow 

 

Neil

Mike's in a very strange mood today

Why's that mate? 

[Mike, Lord of the Spammers!]

Well hassel Dan on my behalf then please , for I am on the pull tonight

Oh great, Mike's going to be in a sod of a mood tomorrow 

 

Neil

Mike's in a very strange mood today

Why's that mate? 

Definetly not for public veiwing