I think you won't be disappointed. I myself don't own a Compact, but I have its two closest relativest, the direct predecessor, the Golfer (no hook on the back) and the DofE (rounded blade, Phillips instead of the corkscrew) and these two are my most frequently carried SAK's. I switched from the Climber as well, and I do not feel it's a downgrade in any sense. And in general I really like the combo tool, Vic really nailed it with that one, saving a layer without losing much functionality, if at all.
Quote from: Exeter on August 02, 2018, 08:48:44 AMI think you won't be disappointed. I myself don't own a Compact, but I have its two closest relativest, the direct predecessor, the Golfer (no hook on the back) and the DofE (rounded blade, Phillips instead of the corkscrew) and these two are my most frequently carried SAK's. I switched from the Climber as well, and I do not feel it's a downgrade in any sense. And in general I really like the combo tool, Vic really nailed it with that one, saving a layer without losing much functionality, if at all.General I!
I've been EDC'n the Compact for about 2 months now and LOVE it. With the pocket clip and pull only know it's there when I need it.(Image removed from quote.)(Image removed from quote.)
Could the hook on the compact be replaced with an awl by someone with sufficient skill? Would if fit and function correctly?
Sorry! I have no use for the hook. On the other hand, I use the awl quite often. I might change my edc to a Compact if it could be modified without a lot of fuss.
I have been retired since 2015 and have the luxury of wearing gym trunks around the house during the summer and warm-ups during the winter. My summer EDC is an Executive and my winter EDC is a Compact. Too bad that there is not a Tinker version of the Compact since I would prefer a lower profile tool than the corkscrew. Thanks to the scissors and the Plus scales, the Compact punches way above its weight. Tucking the screw driver in the corkscrew adds even more function. The Compact is very handy as an EDC!Jim
Quote from: NorCalJim on August 02, 2018, 05:42:05 PMI have been retired since 2015 and have the luxury of wearing gym trunks around the house during the summer and warm-ups during the winter. My summer EDC is an Executive and my winter EDC is a Compact. Too bad that there is not a Tinker version of the Compact since I would prefer a lower profile tool than the corkscrew. Thanks to the scissors and the Plus scales, the Compact punches way above its weight. Tucking the screw driver in the corkscrew adds even more function. The Compact is very handy as an EDC!JimSo, you're saying you're the exact opposite of most people here... Show contentYour EDC gets bigger when it's cold.
Actually, I was thinking about decades of dressing for work with long sleeved shirts and ties and now it's casual dress all the time. I consider this change pure luxury!
Quote from: NorCalJim on August 02, 2018, 05:42:05 PMI have been retired since 2015 and have the luxury of wearing gym trunks around the house during the summer and warm-ups during the winter. My summer EDC is an Executive and my winter EDC is a Compact. Too bad that there is not a Tinker version of the Compact since I would prefer a lower profile tool than the corkscrew. Thanks to the scissors and the Plus scales, the Compact punches way above its weight. Tucking the screw driver in the corkscrew adds even more function. The Compact is very handy as an EDC!JimJim, you might wanna take a look at the DofE. The blade's a bit funny, but it has the Phillips instead of the corkscrew.
It's subtle, but I am noticing the difference with one less layer in my pocket. No major tasks yet for Compact Day #1, the combo tool does seem to be a better staple puller though.
Quote from: Douglas on August 02, 2018, 02:08:23 PMI've been EDC'n the Compact for about 2 months now and LOVE it. With the pocket clip and pull only know it's there when I need it.(Image removed from quote.)(Image removed from quote.)Is that a pen in your Compact or are you glad to see me?...