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CYC2: Return of the Executive

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After four weeks of use during this challenge, please rate the Executive as an EDC....

5 (highest)
3 (27.3%)
4
6 (54.5%)
3
1 (9.1%)
2
1 (9.1%)
1 (lowest)
0 (0%)

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Voting closed: September 01, 2018, 12:26:31 AM

us Offline Nix

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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1080 on: August 20, 2018, 10:14:38 PM
Chuck Yeager Challenge, Day 20 :

This shot needs a little story........





I'm cat-sitting for the neighbors' cat, Max. He's an easy going cat, and pretty simple to take care of, however, he does like his food.

I don't have a key to his place, but I've got the code to the garage door.

I go over to open the garage door....and nothing. At first I think I've got the code wrong..but I've used the same code for the past several days. Then it occurs to me that the battery might be low. The lights on the keypad light up, but maybe the signal is weak?

Out comes the nail file, and I pry the keypad battery-cover open. With a new battery, the garage door is working again and Max gets his food. Not that he didn't tell me I was late.

I would have preferred a full-size Vic opener for this task, but the Exec's nail file did just fine. And now Max is an Executive fan, too.  :tu:


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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1081 on: August 20, 2018, 11:03:49 PM
Chuck Yeager Challenge, Day 20 :

This shot needs a little story........

I'm cat-sitting for the neighbors' cat, Max. He's an easy going cat, and pretty simple to take care of, however, he does like his food.

I don't have a key to his place, but I've got the code to the garage door.

I go over to open the garage door....and nothing. At first I think I've got the code wrong..but I've used the same code for the past several days. Then it occurs to me that the battery might be low. The lights on the keypad light up, but maybe the signal is weak?

Out comes the nail file, and I pry the keypad battery-cover open. With a new battery, the garage door is working again and Max gets his food. Not that he didn't tell me I was late.

I would have preferred a full-size Vic opener for this task, but the Exec's nail file did just fine. And now Max is an Executive fan, too.  :tu:

Nice pic Nix! :like: :tu: :tu:

Nice story and great use of the nail file. :cheers:


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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1082 on: August 20, 2018, 11:07:19 PM
Thanks, VICMAN.  :cheers:


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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1083 on: August 21, 2018, 03:14:31 AM
Day XX

The executive help open a package awl the from the fatherland sent by Sir Syem...
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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1084 on: August 21, 2018, 04:17:07 AM
 :like:

What better use?


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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1085 on: August 21, 2018, 04:36:42 AM
Chuck Yeager Challenge, Day 20 :

This shot needs a little story........

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I'm cat-sitting for the neighbors' cat, Max. He's an easy going cat, and pretty simple to take care of, however, he does like his food.

I don't have a key to his place, but I've got the code to the garage door.

I go over to open the garage door....and nothing. At first I think I've got the code wrong..but I've used the same code for the past several days. Then it occurs to me that the battery might be low. The lights on the keypad light up, but maybe the signal is weak?

Out comes the nail file, and I pry the keypad battery-cover open. With a new battery, the garage door is working again and Max gets his food. Not that he didn't tell me I was late.

I would have preferred a full-size Vic opener for this task, but the Exec's nail file did just fine. And now Max is an Executive fan, too.  :tu:

Just like MacGyver!

 :tu:

Jim


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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1086 on: August 21, 2018, 10:45:47 AM
Day 20

Only relax today

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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1087 on: August 21, 2018, 10:57:16 AM
DAY 21

I used the scissors to clip some coupons

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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1088 on: August 21, 2018, 10:58:51 AM
Day XX

The executive help open a package awl the from the fatherland sent by Sir Syem...

Nice pic El C! :like: :tu: :tu:

Good use of the Executive! :cheers:


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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1089 on: August 21, 2018, 10:59:54 AM
Day 20

Only relax today

Great pic Mini! :like: :tu: :tu:


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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1090 on: August 21, 2018, 11:43:24 AM
Chuck Yeager Challenge, Day 20 :

This shot needs a little story........

(Image removed from quote.)



I'm cat-sitting for the neighbors' cat, Max. He's an easy going cat, and pretty simple to take care of, however, he does like his food.

I don't have a key to his place, but I've got the code to the garage door.

I go over to open the garage door....and nothing. At first I think I've got the code wrong..but I've used the same code for the past several days. Then it occurs to me that the battery might be low. The lights on the keypad light up, but maybe the signal is weak?

Out comes the nail file, and I pry the keypad battery-cover open. With a new battery, the garage door is working again and Max gets his food. Not that he didn't tell me I was late.

I would have preferred a full-size Vic opener for this task, but the Exec's nail file did just fine. And now Max is an Executive fan, too.  :tu:

So, you kinda broke into the cat's garage...

 :pok: :pok:

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Does that make you a cat burglar?!

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I'd give my right arm to be ambidextrous.

Eff the ineffable, scrut the inscrutable.

IYCRTYSWTMTFOT



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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1091 on: August 21, 2018, 11:45:35 AM
Some time ago, I responded to a topic asking about our top 3 favorite SAKs.  I don't remember my top 3 at the time but I do see a difference between most admired, most useful and best fit.

During these warmer/hot months, the Executive is unquestionably the best fit for size and function.  The Explorer and the Swiss Champ are among my favorite SAKs but there is no way that they would fit comfortably in the pockets of my gym shorts.

My two most-used tools are the blade and the scissors and the Executive has both. I doubt that I will ever use the Orange Peeler for its intended purpose but it is perfect for opening stubborn plastic packaging.

I don't like the nail file since it is prone to staining.  I would much rather have the Cadet's nail file for filing nails or the Leatherman Squirt's file for general purpose filing.

The Executive is a truly fine Swiss Army Knife that punches way above its weight and is a pleasure to carry as an EDC!

Jim

General Purpose!

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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: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1092 on: August 21, 2018, 11:48:56 AM
Since we're sharing our thoughts

First, the challenge has been great to be involved in, thanks to Nix for getting it going, and awl the participants for keeping it interesting  :tu:

Second, the Executive has proven itself over and over as an everyday pocket tool, although I share one picture a day, it's in and out of my pocket all day, it's just not practical to take a picture every time.
The 74mm I find is a much better fit in my hand over the Classic, the blades are plenty adequate for a pocket knife, the Orange peeler is a lot more useful than I thought, I seem to be a bit in the minority on the file, but I like the cut on it, I love the size of the scissors, small enough for finer work, yet big enough for larger tasks, and I use the scale tools all the time.

So after all that the Executive is a hit with me  :cheers:

+1

I just need to make a sheath/pouch for the Executive/Director to carry them in a more confortable/protected/efficient way.

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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: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1093 on: August 21, 2018, 12:08:33 PM
Powernoodle Day 21



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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1094 on: August 21, 2018, 12:16:27 PM
Chuck Yeager Challenge, Day 20 :

This shot needs a little story........

(Image removed from quote.)



I'm cat-sitting for the neighbors' cat, Max. He's an easy going cat, and pretty simple to take care of, however, he does like his food.

I don't have a key to his place, but I've got the code to the garage door.

I go over to open the garage door....and nothing. At first I think I've got the code wrong..but I've used the same code for the past several days. Then it occurs to me that the battery might be low. The lights on the keypad light up, but maybe the signal is weak?

Out comes the nail file, and I pry the keypad battery-cover open. With a new battery, the garage door is working again and Max gets his food. Not that he didn't tell me I was late.

I would have preferred a full-size Vic opener for this task, but the Exec's nail file did just fine. And now Max is an Executive fan, too.  :tu:

I'm sure Max appreciated your ingenuity  :tu:


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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1095 on: August 21, 2018, 12:18:01 PM
Powernoodle Day 21

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Nice set Powernoodle, that lanyard is a standout  :like:


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Reply #1096 on: August 21, 2018, 12:19:22 PM
Day 20

Only relax today (Image removed from quote.)

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Great photo Mini  :cheers:


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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1097 on: August 21, 2018, 12:20:11 PM
Powernoodle Day 21

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Executives in the sky with lanyards!!


(to the sound of Lucy in the sky with diamonds)
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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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Reply #1098 on: August 21, 2018, 12:23:18 PM
DAY 21

I used the scissors to clip some coupons

Click on picture for best picture

Excellent use VICMAN, Arbys was a favorite of mine, the local franchise closed around 3 years ago, I sure miss it


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Reply #1099 on: August 21, 2018, 12:24:10 PM
Powernoodle Day 21

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Executives in the sky with lanyards!!


(to the sound of Lucy in the sky with diamonds)


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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1100 on: August 21, 2018, 12:25:25 PM
Day XX

The executive help open a package awl the from the fatherland sent by Sir Syem...

Another great shot El C  :tu:


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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1101 on: August 21, 2018, 12:32:28 PM
Day 21

I have a few appointments today where knife discretion is best practiced, can't think of a better SAK to slip into my pocket  :tu:

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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1102 on: August 21, 2018, 01:10:25 PM
Powernoodle Day 21



Great pic powernoodle! :like: :tu: :tu:

Nice collection! :cheers:


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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1103 on: August 21, 2018, 01:12:19 PM


Excellent use VICMAN, Arbys was a favorite of mine, the local franchise closed around 3 years ago, I sure miss it

Thanks Greg!  :cheers:

I love the taste of Arby's roast beef. :D

Sorry to hear your local franchise is gone. :(


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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1104 on: August 21, 2018, 01:13:47 PM
Day 21

I have a few appointments today where knife discretion is best practiced, can't think of a better SAK to slip into my pocket  :tu:

Nice pic Greg! :like: :tu: :tu:


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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1105 on: August 21, 2018, 03:07:36 PM
Fixed a pair of eye glasses with the tip of the file. 
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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1106 on: August 21, 2018, 03:16:59 PM
Great shots and uses (or non-uses), Guys!

It's always fun to check in here in the morning and see what you guys are up to with the Executives.  :tu:


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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1107 on: August 21, 2018, 03:39:11 PM
Chuck Yeager Challenge, Day 21 :

We're getting a sneak preview of Fall here. Chilly (50º) and drizzly today. Oatmeal seemed to be appropriate for breakfast, and Mrs Nix loves blueberries in her oatmeal......



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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1108 on: August 21, 2018, 04:21:09 PM
Happy Chuck Yeager Challenge II Day 21!

Used the Executive to open a carton of dried fruit...

CYC - 21 by NorCal Jim, on Flickr


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Re: CYC2: Return of the Executive
Reply #1109 on: August 21, 2018, 04:41:02 PM
Prunes?

I love prunes.  :like:


 

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