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Help of the Sages

us Offline gerleatherberman

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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #60 on: July 14, 2018, 05:22:11 AM
Careful fellas,
OP may begin to regret using the term "Sages". :pok: :D

The original question should have been more like, "Help of the Stooges". :drink:
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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #61 on: July 14, 2018, 08:57:20 AM
Carefull now Glbm...

You're not making yourself popular by calling everyone names :pok:


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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #62 on: July 14, 2018, 10:11:59 AM
Carefull now Glbm...

You're not making yourself popular by calling everyone names :pok:

No problem, we're awl goodfellas...

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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #63 on: July 14, 2018, 03:09:21 PM
Carefull now Glbm...

You're not making yourself popular by calling everyone names :pok:
True, my sense of humor, isn't well received sometimes. :pommel: :surrender:


For the record, my stooge comment should not be taken seriously/literally.
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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #64 on: July 14, 2018, 03:10:14 PM
We know...
I :pok:-ed you for a reason...


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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #65 on: July 14, 2018, 03:25:24 PM
We know...
I :pok:-ed you for a reason...
It is possible, in actuality, that I may be the stooge. :facepalm:

So, the general consensus is that a Rebar w/ adapter/bits or SwissTool Spirit with the ratchet/bits? Both sound like good options!
My only qualm with the generic magnetic bit adapters for the Rebar phillips shank is that it doesn't seem as secure as the LM bit holder on the Wave.
If OP could afford to buy both the Rebar and Wave, a custom tool like the "Breezy ReWave" might be a good bet. I know a lot of other members have done some great Rebar mods as well. :)

Edit: pic of ReWave.
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« Last Edit: July 14, 2018, 03:26:28 PM by gerleatherberman »
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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #66 on: July 14, 2018, 03:51:08 PM
Hey The_Raven,

Welcome to :MTO: from me too.

Maybe I'm repeating some of what has been said above, but here goes...

If you're into modding, you might be able to make a Rebar that has the tools you need. Several ideas have been published in https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,74592.0.html and the Rebar is easily moddable since it will accept all of the inside Wave/Charge tools for instance - the blades not without extensive modding, however.

If tools accessible from the outside are a must, then Swisstool (Spirit) is a relatively expensive and not easily moddable option, with the added fact that the bit driver or ratchet would be a separate tool. A tool with outside opening implements and an integrated bit driver attachment accompanied by a bit set would be the SOG Power Access Deluxe, which is not that expensive - unfortunately this shows in the file, can opener and sheath...

Good luck whichever direction you're considering :tu:
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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #67 on: July 14, 2018, 10:59:34 PM
Hi Raven and welcome

I've been carrying the same Swiss Army Knife - a Super Tinker - for 30 years, got a second one - a Tinker Deluxe - about 5 or 6 years ago, and only since joining here has my collection of them grown to 11.

I had a Leatherman knock off back in 2000 or so but some years ago broke down and got an original PST II and a Micra. Since joining here, my cache of Leathermans has also grown to 11...do you see a pettern?

You are at odds with yourself when you say that pulling out a multitool could draw unwanted attention, but then mentioning that a Victorinox Spirit would be considered.

My first thought for you is a Leatherman Wave and a Micra on your keychain. I find little to no use for what I consider the flimsy blade of the Victorinox Classic. The Micra has the best scissors and is a keychain tool.

Second thought is the Victorinox Camper paired with a Leatherman PS4. Plyers, scissors, saw...you get a lot of tools you need in a very light package, spread over 2 pockets.

Or the Leatherman Rebar paired with the Micra. You almost won't get a better tool load out than that, and you still come out less expensive than a new Wave.

For pure pocket-ability, old School Leatherman is the best. A PST II is a great tool, very slim, right in the pocket.

Victorinox Swiss Army Knife model Tinker Deluxe has scissors and a plyers, along with the blades, openers and an awl. That alone may just do it for you, but the wire cutters aren't that great...

Hope I gave you something to chew on.
« Last Edit: July 14, 2018, 11:01:04 PM by ThundahBeagle »


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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #68 on: July 14, 2018, 11:23:37 PM
I always have a 3” CRK Sebenza in my right pocket and a LM micra in my left. I tried but don’t have space and can’t stand the weight of a larger tool in my pocket. So I keep a Wave in my car console and a Vic Spirit in my computer bag.
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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #69 on: July 15, 2018, 12:47:58 AM
Since you want outside accessible tools I suggest a Wave with Removeable Bit Driver, as at least some of the tools are acessible from the outside.


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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #70 on: July 16, 2018, 12:31:03 AM
I've gotten a lot of good responses from all of you wise stooges. . . I mean, sages.  :whistle:
I've made a move forward on my decision. I will post later once I receive the results of said decision  ::)


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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #71 on: July 16, 2018, 01:26:28 AM
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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #73 on: July 16, 2018, 12:09:13 PM
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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #74 on: July 16, 2018, 12:17:12 PM
We know...
I :pok:-ed you for a reason...
It is possible, in actuality, that I may be the stooge. :facepalm:

So, the general consensus is that a Rebar w/ adapter/bits or SwissTool Spirit with the ratchet/bits? Both sound like good options!
My only qualm with the generic magnetic bit adapters for the Rebar phillips shank is that it doesn't seem as secure as the LM bit holder on the Wave.
If OP could afford to buy both the Rebar and Wave, a custom tool like the "Breezy ReWave" might be a good bet. I know a lot of other members have done some great Rebar mods as well. :)

Edit: pic of ReWave.

General Consensus!

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It is just a matter of time before they add the word “Syndrome” after my last name.

I don't have OCD, I have OCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ.

I'd give my right arm to be ambidextrous.

Eff the ineffable, scrut the inscrutable.

IYCRTYSWTMTFOT



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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #75 on: July 16, 2018, 12:19:09 PM
I always have a 3” CRK Sebenza in my right pocket and a LM micra in my left. I tried but don’t have space and can’t stand the weight of a larger tool in my pocket. So I keep a Wave in my car console and a Vic Spirit in my computer bag.
I’m the go to guy at the office when someone needs a tool.


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Welcome aboard, JLeePhoto!

 :cheers: :tu:

You got a pretty cool EDC, right there. Any chance of some pics?

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It is just a matter of time before they add the word “Syndrome” after my last name.

I don't have OCD, I have OCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ.

I'd give my right arm to be ambidextrous.

Eff the ineffable, scrut the inscrutable.

IYCRTYSWTMTFOT



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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #76 on: July 19, 2018, 02:03:36 AM
I have a solution set for you , I come from a similar background in the mechanical/service trades , where a “walk in kit” can be really handy. Enter the Vic Spirit X , Pragnant Guppy set up . It works with , and without  a belt pouch . The Spirit is bar none the highest quality mid sized multi , with the best quality implements , in high density . It’s fairly flat , a d would work well i. a pocket organizer . Shown also is a PBSwiss Stubby driver , with onboard bit magazine . and a little stash for 1/4” hex bits , of my own devising .

I’ll show you with , and without belt pouch .

Compared to the Spirit , the Centerdrive is like monkey Poo .

Chris
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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #77 on: July 19, 2018, 02:16:33 AM
Another even smarter option , Knipex 08-145 general pourpose needle nosed pliers , and a Victorinox Cybertoo 41 , now sadly not in production , but findablec. A Cybertool 34 , or Cybertool light would also work well . One real advantage of this set up , is top quality German forged pliers , rated for copper , hard wire , and piano wire ! These little fellas will kick the smurf out of any multitool’s pliers . Forged beats investment cast , any day , all day .

Best Regards , and welcome to the madness ,

Chris
« Last Edit: July 19, 2018, 02:20:05 AM by Old man Chris »


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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #78 on: July 19, 2018, 12:02:43 PM
Looks like a great setup you have there Chris :tu: :like:


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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #79 on: July 19, 2018, 03:39:05 PM
I EDC a Charge+TTI , mainly for the pocket clip , OHO , and S30V blade, saves me having to carry a folder . For Work , it’s mainly the Spirit “ Pregnant Guppy set up , with a slip containing a Leatherman bit card , and extension .

Many times , I have considered just sticking with the SAK de Jour , and the Knipex pliers . along with the PBSwiss driver .

Building kit’s will drive you nuts , but compared to Drugs , and high end escorts , it’s a cheap hobby !

Chris


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Reply #80 on: July 21, 2018, 02:21:23 PM
I EDC a Charge+TTI , mainly for the pocket clip , OHO , and S30V blade, saves me having to carry a folder . For Work , it’s mainly the Spirit “ Pregnant Guppy set up , with a slip containing a Leatherman bit card , and extension .

Many times , I have considered just sticking with the SAK de Jour , and the Knipex pliers . along with the PBSwiss driver .

Building kit’s will drive you nuts , but compared to Drugs , and high end escorts , it’s a cheap hobby !

Chris

I see what you did there...

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It is just a matter of time before they add the word “Syndrome” after my last name.

I don't have OCD, I have OCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ.

I'd give my right arm to be ambidextrous.

Eff the ineffable, scrut the inscrutable.

IYCRTYSWTMTFOT



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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #81 on: July 22, 2018, 12:46:57 PM
Chris - you sir are an inspiration. I love those kit ideas.   :drool:  :like:

There's a good chance I'll be building a few kits here soon. . .  :whistle:

Now I gotta see if anyone is selling a decent used Swiss tool spirit X . . .

Also, is there a way for the cybertools to take normal 1/4" hex bits, or not really?


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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #82 on: July 22, 2018, 03:25:32 PM
Yes , Whia makes a 4.5 mm to 1/4” adaptor , not sure you can get it by itself , you might have to buy one of their mini driver kits , which is no bad thing , in and of itself . Whia makes great mini drivers , including one with a pocket clip , about the size of a fountain pen . Warning , avoid , cheap Chianesium knock offs , can fail, will fail.

Pocket holsters are quite capable of carrying fairly large objects , I have made them for small pistols and revolvers , including mags and speedloaders , much bigger and bulkier than any multi . I you live in the States , KCTool , has the Whia line . Wera might also have a similar adaptor .

Chris


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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #83 on: July 25, 2018, 01:43:30 PM
So, as promised. . . .

This was my first major brand MT


(SOG B66N-CP)

Then I started using it at work a lot and convinced my job that they should reimburse me for it. Then I got this -

(SOG S66N-CP. . .I really loved this MT. Thought it was the end-awl be-awl)

However, if you noticed from my first post, I have a thing about having a 1/4" hex bit driver on me. So when I saw this, I had to get it -

(Gerber Center Drive)

So those have been my MT's to this point. Awl great, but none quite what I need right now.

But on that note, be expecting another post later today. . .  :whistle:


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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #84 on: July 25, 2018, 05:13:50 PM
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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #85 on: July 25, 2018, 06:15:58 PM
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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #86 on: July 25, 2018, 10:23:18 PM
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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #87 on: July 25, 2018, 11:05:22 PM
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Re: Help of the Sages
Reply #88 on: July 26, 2018, 12:24:05 AM
... Knipex 08-145 ...

I have one of those. Great little tool, really handy  :tu:
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Reply #89 on: July 26, 2018, 12:25:58 AM
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