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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1560 on: May 30, 2020, 05:43:33 PM
Quote from: glenfiddich1983 on May 30, 2020, 02:45:44 PM
Day 30, find the soldier

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What a lovely work bench! :like:   And I think I found it!
Merit Badges Participants shall carry and use one Soldier knife, the model of their choosing, for the duration of the 90 days and post a picture each day. Start a new thread and post a photo of an Executive or Director for thirty (30) consecutive days. In this challenge,  carry one(1) Pliers-based or Non-pliers multitool that we always have prejudice against, hate or even fear and post a picture everyday for 30 days Start a new thread and post a photo daily of any SAK 74mm or smaller ( you can switch it up daily ) for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a Challenge thread and post a photo of a 'folding hunter' knife that isn't a Buck 110 for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a challenge thread and post a photo of a Victorinox 91mm XAVT/XL/XLT, 111mm Workchamp XL, Wenger/Delemont S54/Tool Chest Plus or Wenger Giant for thirty (30) consecutive days Using EDC items randomly selected with a poker hand, post a photo of your EDC or a component of the EDC that got used during the course of the day for 4 weeks (or 30 consecutive days) Start a new thread and post a photo of the 111mm sak for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the minimal sak (2 layers or fewer) for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate and contribute in Challenge thread and post a photo of either an Axe, MT/Folding knife or Fixed blade (picked at the beginning of challenge) for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a Challenge thread and post a photo of a Spyderco knife for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate and contribute in Challenge thread and post a photo of a different blade each day for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Soldier for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Cybertool (any variant), Swisschamp, Champion or Toolchest for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Fieldmaster SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the discontinued sak/mt for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Explorer SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of a fixed blade for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of any gear for thirty (30) consecutive days during the MTo anniversary month. Start a new thread and post a photo of the leatherman (supertool, core, hacks) for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in the Challenge thread and post a photo of a Flashlight for thirty (30) consecutive days.

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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1561 on: May 30, 2020, 05:46:25 PM
Quote from: HolyDeuce on May 30, 2020, 05:36:56 PM
Tomorrow should be the last day since we've got 31 days this month correct?  :think:
Quote from: Rizio Il Ghiro on May 30, 2020, 05:39:42 PM
If you started on the 1st, surely today is the last day of a 30-day challenge (I know there’s a few running adrift for various reasons though)?? :dunno:
Agree with Rizio here, unless started late or making up missing day, most would probably finish on Day 30.  But sometimes I do see folks would linger on a challenge much longer just for the fun.  :D
Merit Badges Participants shall carry and use one Soldier knife, the model of their choosing, for the duration of the 90 days and post a picture each day. Start a new thread and post a photo of an Executive or Director for thirty (30) consecutive days. In this challenge,  carry one(1) Pliers-based or Non-pliers multitool that we always have prejudice against, hate or even fear and post a picture everyday for 30 days Start a new thread and post a photo daily of any SAK 74mm or smaller ( you can switch it up daily ) for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a Challenge thread and post a photo of a 'folding hunter' knife that isn't a Buck 110 for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a challenge thread and post a photo of a Victorinox 91mm XAVT/XL/XLT, 111mm Workchamp XL, Wenger/Delemont S54/Tool Chest Plus or Wenger Giant for thirty (30) consecutive days Using EDC items randomly selected with a poker hand, post a photo of your EDC or a component of the EDC that got used during the course of the day for 4 weeks (or 30 consecutive days) Start a new thread and post a photo of the 111mm sak for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the minimal sak (2 layers or fewer) for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate and contribute in Challenge thread and post a photo of either an Axe, MT/Folding knife or Fixed blade (picked at the beginning of challenge) for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a Challenge thread and post a photo of a Spyderco knife for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate and contribute in Challenge thread and post a photo of a different blade each day for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Soldier for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Cybertool (any variant), Swisschamp, Champion or Toolchest for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Fieldmaster SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the discontinued sak/mt for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Explorer SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of a fixed blade for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of any gear for thirty (30) consecutive days during the MTo anniversary month. Start a new thread and post a photo of the leatherman (supertool, core, hacks) for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in the Challenge thread and post a photo of a Flashlight for thirty (30) consecutive days.

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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1562 on: May 30, 2020, 06:00:36 PM
Thanks, Comis, and I see we have our badges too (thanks moderators!). Time for a refreshment- Soldier ‘71’s bottle opener does the deed on one of my favourite beers of all time, Theakston’s Old Peculier - yum!! :drink:

Merit Badges Participants shall carry and use one Soldier knife, the model of their choosing, for the duration of the 90 days and post a picture each day. Start a new thread and post a photo of an Executive or Director for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Explorer SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Delemont SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo daily of any SAK 74mm or smaller ( you can switch it up daily ) for thirty (30) consecutive days.  Start a new thread and post a photo of the Vic Pioneer X for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Farmer X SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the 111mm sak for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of an Old Cross SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the minimal sak (2 layers or fewer) for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate and contribute in Challenge thread and post a photo of a different blade each day for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Soldier for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Cybertool (any variant), Swisschamp, Champion or Toolchest for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the discontinued sak/mt for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the modified sak (scale swap not included) for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Alox SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate and post a pic of your vintage SAK (1986 or earlier) everyday for 30 days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a MiniChamp SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the pen for thirty (30) consecutive days.  Post a pic for Halloween of your pumpkin (or turnip or gourd or whatever you traditionally carve for Halloween!) being carved by any SAK, multitool, pocket or woods knife you may own!  Only available once a year

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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1563 on: May 30, 2020, 06:01:02 PM
Day 30

A bit of trivia about the 1961 Soldier from Wikipedia:  "The 1961 model also contains a brass spacer, which allows the knife, with the screwdriver and the reamer extended simultaneously, to be used to assemble the SIG 550 and SIG 510 assault rifles: the knife serves as a restraint to the firing pin during assembly of the lock."  I believe I have depicted the indicated area in today's picture

Some final thoughts on the Solider Challenge.

The trusty old Soldier had been my one and only for more than a decade.  I have hiked many miles in at least 6 states with it as my only tool.  I've done everything with it at several points in my life - where it was my only can opener, and even my only knife in the kitchen.  Some of my most prominent memories include - going camping with a big group, many novice campers, and being the only one with a MT or SAK - buying locally produced fresh fruits and bread on a road trip, and having just one way to prep them for a meal. 

When I first got it - it had fewer tools than what I had before.  Coming from the original LM Wave and the Vx Champion, I did have scissors as an EDC way back before the Solder became my EDC.  But the Soldier became a fast companion for many years.  Looking back on this challenge - and indeed the last couple of days where I used the knife blade for things that I would have otherwise used scissors - I thought to myself just yesterday...  I'd made a conscious decision back in the 2000s that I would adapt to using the main blade for things that needed scissors.  I remember that in the beginning, there was something... adventurous... about it.  Almost felt like a mountain man who uses their fixed blade for everything.  I'd really gotten used to it though... so the daydreams of resourcefulness gave way to habit and reflex...  and this eventually gave way utilitarian practicality of the right tool for my new role at work.  That's what Swiss Army Knives are all about though, aren't they?  The right tool for the job?  If you need a saw or scissors or a file in your EDC, there's a SAK for you - a Huntsman or a Compact is still a nice SAK (though it's not alox  ;) ).  So somewhat reluctantly I incorporated scissors into my EDC a few years ago.

Then on Wednesday when I really needed scissors at work, and again on Friday when I carefully had to cut tags off my new pants without nicking the fabric... I first got a bit frustrated.  Then I reminded myself that I'd happily done this sort of thing for a decade.  It's only a recent convenience that I've had with scissors, but it's a welcome one.

I thought about must-have factors in an EDC SAK for me.... scissors... Alox...two layers... I have to pick only two... don't I?  I wonder if Alox is purely a superficial requirement of mine - if it has equal weight of the other requirements.  If you asked me this before the challenge, I'd have said that with so few requirements, each must have equal weight. But after this challenge... I'm beginning to think that scissors may be more important than Alox.   And so I've floundered between the Compact and the PioneerX as of late, and have my sights set on a Voyageur... If I ever find one.   

After this challenge, I'm going to give the PioneerX a good long run, before the Minimal SAK Challenge in November, when I'll go in with the Compact.  I can anticipate what I'm going to think though - that the PioneerX is too wide.  And then I'll be confused again - because that's me. 

The Soldier challenge was fun, and everyone posted great pictures.  It was really nice to see all the varieties of the Soldier - for me, the highlights were seeing the old claw can opener in use, and the new 2008 Soldiers part-serrated blades doing the job.  I'm really drawn to the commonality with outdoor recreation with the Soldier lineup - with the 1961 modeled after the Scout knife, and the 2008 modeled after the One Hand Trekker

Combined histories make us realize that we aren't so different, that history does repeat itself, and also that we are all fighting different battles with the same fortitude.  This month we honored the Soldiers who fought and died for the people of their country.  As May 2020 draws to a close, and new cases of COVID-19 in the US are beginning to diminish, I would also like to remember the nearly 300 healthcare workers in the US, and the more than 1000 healthcare workers around the globe, who fought and died, so that others might live.   

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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1564 on: May 30, 2020, 06:04:08 PM
DAY 30
Used my Soldier for package duty to open up...  another Soldier!  A 2008 1/5000 run with the Collector Companion book still in the wrapper.  :woohoo:  Perfect way to end the 30 day Soldier challenge!  My thoughts on the Soldier(s)...  I really like them both, but I would probably consider the older Soldiers for use when heading out into the woods, while I prefer the modern Soldier with me when headed into work. I've also learned I'm not a fan of the type of scales on the modern Soldier after putting it through it paces.  I've ordered a set of Navy Camo scales to replace them on my '11 and will be EDC'ing it or my Trekker to work with me.  Been a fun challenge! 
They say the pen is mightier than the sword.   However... there is a dead guy here with a Bic in his hand and a Samurai walking away.
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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1565 on: May 30, 2020, 06:10:51 PM
Quote from: CraftsmanSAK on May 30, 2020, 06:04:08 PM
DAY 30
Used my Soldier for package duty to open up...  another Soldier!  A 2008 1/5000 run with the Collector Companion book still in the wrapper.  :woohoo:  Perfect way to end the 30 day Soldier challenge!  My thoughts on the Soldier(s)...  I really like them both, but I would probably consider the older Soldiers for use when heading out into the woods, while I prefer the modern Soldier with me when headed into work. I've also learned I'm not a fan of the type of scales on the modern Soldier after putting it through it paces.  I've ordered a set of Navy Camo scales to replace them on my '11 and will be EDC'ing it or my Trekker to work with me.  Been a fun challenge!

 :cheers:  Can't wait to see the new scales
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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1566 on: May 30, 2020, 07:06:07 PM
A quick review of what I like about the Soldier SAKs, looking back over the last 30 days of use and carry. 







There!  I think that about sums it up.  :)
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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1567 on: May 30, 2020, 07:09:49 PM
Quote from: Myron on May 30, 2020, 07:06:07 PM
A quick review of what I like about the Soldier SAKs, looking back over the last 30 days of use and carry. 


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There!  I think that about sums it up.  :)

They say a picture is worth a thousand words.

What about 27 pictures?
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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1568 on: May 30, 2020, 08:06:50 PM
Quote from: Myron on May 30, 2020, 07:06:07 PM
A quick review of what I like about the Soldier SAKs, looking back over the last 30 days of use and carry. 


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There!  I think that about sums it up.  :)

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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1569 on: May 30, 2020, 08:17:43 PM
Thanks for the lovely badge dear moderator  :hatsoff:
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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1570 on: May 30, 2020, 09:00:57 PM
Agree! I can’t wait for mine!


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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1571 on: May 30, 2020, 09:01:33 PM
Quote from: Myron on May 30, 2020, 07:06:07 PM
A quick review of what I like about the Soldier SAKs, looking back over the last 30 days of use and carry. 
.... and Myron does the visual version of a mic drop and walks off stage...
They say the pen is mightier than the sword.   However... there is a dead guy here with a Bic in his hand and a Samurai walking away.
Merit Badges Participate and contribute in Challenge thread and post a photo of a different blade each day for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Soldier for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread with photos of your zip ties in use Start a new thread with a photo showing the Swiss Army Knife   Toothpick being used in an unusual way. Start a new thread with photos of at least 8 different 111mm models in your collection Participate in a challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Cybertool (any variant), Swisschamp, Champion or Toolchest for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Fieldmaster SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Must start a thread with a photo of your birth year SAK Start a new thread with a photo of a modded knife or multitool with your EDC Start a new thread and post a photo of a flashlight as part of your EDC Start a new thread with a photo of custom or non standard SAK scales in your collection Start a new thread with a photo showing the Hook in use Start a new thread demonstrating paracord knot tying Must start a thread with a photo of your stayglow SAK Start a new thread with photos of your titanium gear with a multitool or sak Must start a thread with a photo of your camo SAK Must update or add a page on SAKWiki

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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1572 on: May 30, 2020, 09:12:36 PM
Haha!   Thanks guys. It was just a wacky idea I had and then I thought “why not?”

Do we have to apply for the badge, or do the moderators give it to all of us today?
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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1573 on: May 30, 2020, 10:59:43 PM
Quote from: Myron on May 30, 2020, 09:12:36 PM
Haha!   Thanks guys. It was just a wacky idea I had and then I thought “why not?”

Do we have to apply for the badge, or do the moderators give it to all of us today?
I requested it with a link to my 30th day post.
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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1574 on: May 30, 2020, 11:59:30 PM
Excellent montage, Myron!  :like:
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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1575 on: May 31, 2020, 12:08:00 AM
Day 30:


Ah...the good old SAK has once again proven to be a handy and useful pocket tool. The Soldier did awl that was asked of it and with aplomb at that. It beggars belief that most people don't carry a SAK on their person on a daily basis. ow can that be? They are just so incredibly useful; just as this past 30  days has demonstrated.

And the Soldier is great. I love awl the tools: blade, cap lifter, can opener, awl, and scissors. 

...wait. It doesn't have scissors!

The lack of scissors is probably the one serious short coming of the Soldier. Sure, you can pair it with some scissors or another SAK with scissors, but it really should have scissors. Why carry a Spartan when you can carry a Climber?

 :climber:

Still, small tantrums aside, the Soldier was excellent. In fact I don't think I ever found myself needing scissors in the past 30 days. That is a bit unusual, however--I normally use scissors frequently. The Soldier just got lucky that I was doing more fishing or fly tying or nail trimming or package opening. But...an Old Soldier is a lucky Soldier...so I'll take that any day.  :D

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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1576 on: May 31, 2020, 12:09:09 AM
Wooo, so many excellent pictures and stories. :dd:
Hooked, like everyone else. ;)

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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1577 on: May 31, 2020, 12:10:47 AM
Go, Pabs, Go!   :woohoo:
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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1578 on: May 31, 2020, 12:47:47 AM
Quote from: Myron on May 30, 2020, 07:06:07 PM
A quick review of what I like about the Soldier SAKs, looking back over the last 30 days of use and carry. 

There!  I think that about sums it up.  :)

LOL!!  Very nice Myron!   :hatsoff:
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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1579 on: May 31, 2020, 12:48:53 AM
Quote from: Rizio Il Ghiro on May 30, 2020, 05:39:42 PM
If you started on the 1st, surely today is the last day of a 30-day challenge (I know there’s a few running adrift for various reasons though)?? :dunno:

Sounds good to me Rizio.  :salute: 

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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1580 on: May 31, 2020, 12:52:41 AM
Day 30 - The '09 helped out on a wiring project I had today installing a 30 amp outlet outside our house so we can plug the trailer in. 



Can believe the Challenge is over already.  It flew by.  :dunno:

Cheers everyone and great job on the Challenge.  It was Awlsome seeing all the great knives each day.  Im looking forward to the OC Challenge in October!!  :salute:
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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1581 on: May 31, 2020, 12:58:31 AM
Day 30
A challenge to remember. I had fun hearing/seeing the uses. Especially the crab claw can opener! Lots of nice shots to everyone. Carry on and stay safe out there! :salute:

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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1582 on: May 31, 2020, 01:10:48 AM
Day 30. My thoughts. My USGI issue knives, and the M1942 both make me wonder what they have seen in the many, many years they have used. Someone went to the trouble to salvage a strap off an old military duffel bag to make a sheath for the Demo Knife. The '42 Soldier has seen a lot of wear and tear from real use--never a shelf queen. My Camillus US Marine Combat has a modification the NAVY SEALS typically make, a swedge that has been sharpened.  I've always suspected this knife has been used in combat.  This challenge has really also solidified my decision to move to Alox for users.  As long as you get 91mm with older solid Cellidor scales or nylon scales; you're good. 111mm disappoint me with their liner durability--supposed to be big, strong work knives. But, the liners are thin and flimsy.

Used the 1942 to pack up some assorted junk.



I laid this rather worn (blades are still full, and snap well, but some dummy reprofiled the spear main blade to a crude clip) World War II issue USN Utility laid out since the start of the challenge. Didn't carry it until today, as these shorts can't lug the 100mm Soldier; with its 5 ounce weight.

Used that to open a LEGO set, 40370. This was last month's promo.I like LEGO, I just don't buy a ton of it at once; so the minimums are a bit much for these promos. My I bought it off Bricklink for not a whole lot  too much; $20. I am thinking about getting into LEGO trains.  My plans are to upfit this train for couplers, add some cars and track, and probably motorize it.




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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1583 on: May 31, 2020, 01:20:51 AM
Quote from: cody6268 on May 31, 2020, 01:10:48 AM
Day 30. My thoughts. My USGI issue knives, and the M1942 both make me wonder what they have seen in the many, many years they have used. Someone went to the trouble to salvage a strap off an old military duffel bag to make a sheath for the Demo Knife. The '42 Soldier has seen a lot of wear and tear from real use--never a shelf queen. My Camillus US Marine Combat has a modification the NAVY SEALS typically make, a swedge that has been sharpened.  I've always suspected this knife has been used in combat.  This challenge has really also solidified my decision to move to Alox for users.  As long as you get 91mm with older solid Cellidor scales or nylon scales; you're good. 111mm disappoint me with their liner durability--supposed to be big, strong work knives. But, the liners are thin and flimsy.

Used the 1942 to pack up some assorted junk.

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I laid this rather worn (blades are still full, and snap well, but some dummy reprofiled the spear main blade to a crude clip) World War II issue USN Utility laid out since the start of the challenge. Didn't carry it until today, as these shorts can't lug the 100mm Soldier; with its 5 ounce weight.

Used that to open a LEGO set, 40370. This was last month's promo.I like LEGO, I just don't buy a ton of it at once; so the minimums are a bit much for these promos. My I bought it off Bricklink for not a whole lot  too much; $20. I am thinking about getting into LEGO trains.  My plans are to upfit this train for couplers, add some cars and track, and probably motorize it.
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Thanks for link! I found the Castle series LEGO's and my entire childhood came back!
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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1584 on: May 31, 2020, 01:58:46 AM
Quote from: CraftsmanSAK on May 30, 2020, 06:04:08 PM
DAY 30
Used my Soldier for package duty to open up...  another Soldier!  A 2008 1/5000 run with the Collector Companion book still in the wrapper.  :woohoo:  Perfect way to end the 30 day Soldier challenge!  My thoughts on the Soldier(s)...  I really like them both, but I would probably consider the older Soldiers for use when heading out into the woods, while I prefer the modern Soldier with me when headed into work. I've also learned I'm not a fan of the type of scales on the modern Soldier after putting it through it paces.  I've ordered a set of Navy Camo scales to replace them on my '11 and will be EDC'ing it or my Trekker to work with me.  Been a fun challenge! 
Nice package, and I think you would enjoy the book as a fellow SAK enthusiast.


@ElevenBlade, that's a great wrap, stay safe and have a good weekend!


Quote from: CraftsmanSAK on May 30, 2020, 09:01:33 PM
.... and Myron does the visual version of a mic drop and walks off stage...
:rofl: :like:   That was a great montage!
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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1585 on: May 31, 2020, 02:01:25 AM
Quote from: cody6268 on May 31, 2020, 01:10:48 AM
Day 30. My thoughts. My USGI issue knives, and the M1942 both make me wonder what they have seen in the many, many years they have used. Someone went to the trouble to salvage a strap off an old military duffel bag to make a sheath for the Demo Knife. The '42 Soldier has seen a lot of wear and tear from real use--never a shelf queen. My Camillus US Marine Combat has a modification the NAVY SEALS typically make, a swedge that has been sharpened.  I've always suspected this knife has been used in combat.  This challenge has really also solidified my decision to move to Alox for users.  As long as you get 91mm with older solid Cellidor scales or nylon scales; you're good. 111mm disappoint me with their liner durability--supposed to be big, strong work knives. But, the liners are thin and flimsy.

Used the 1942 to pack up some assorted junk.

(Image removed from quote.)

I laid this rather worn (blades are still full, and snap well, but some dummy reprofiled the spear main blade to a crude clip) World War II issue USN Utility laid out since the start of the challenge. Didn't carry it until today, as these shorts can't lug the 100mm Soldier; with its 5 ounce weight.

Used that to open a LEGO set, 40370. This was last month's promo.I like LEGO, I just don't buy a ton of it at once; so the minimums are a bit much for these promos. My I bought it off Bricklink for not a whole lot  too much; $20. I am thinking about getting into LEGO trains.  My plans are to upfit this train for couplers, add some cars and track, and probably motorize it.


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Quote from: BClogic on May 31, 2020, 01:20:51 AM
Thanks for link! I found the Castle series LEGO's and my entire childhood came back!

Love lego, and they really do bring back great memories. :like:
Merit Badges Participants shall carry and use one Soldier knife, the model of their choosing, for the duration of the 90 days and post a picture each day. Start a new thread and post a photo of an Executive or Director for thirty (30) consecutive days. In this challenge,  carry one(1) Pliers-based or Non-pliers multitool that we always have prejudice against, hate or even fear and post a picture everyday for 30 days Start a new thread and post a photo daily of any SAK 74mm or smaller ( you can switch it up daily ) for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a Challenge thread and post a photo of a 'folding hunter' knife that isn't a Buck 110 for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a challenge thread and post a photo of a Victorinox 91mm XAVT/XL/XLT, 111mm Workchamp XL, Wenger/Delemont S54/Tool Chest Plus or Wenger Giant for thirty (30) consecutive days Using EDC items randomly selected with a poker hand, post a photo of your EDC or a component of the EDC that got used during the course of the day for 4 weeks (or 30 consecutive days) Start a new thread and post a photo of the 111mm sak for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the minimal sak (2 layers or fewer) for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate and contribute in Challenge thread and post a photo of either an Axe, MT/Folding knife or Fixed blade (picked at the beginning of challenge) for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a Challenge thread and post a photo of a Spyderco knife for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate and contribute in Challenge thread and post a photo of a different blade each day for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Soldier for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Cybertool (any variant), Swisschamp, Champion or Toolchest for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Fieldmaster SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the discontinued sak/mt for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Explorer SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of a fixed blade for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of any gear for thirty (30) consecutive days during the MTo anniversary month. Start a new thread and post a photo of the leatherman (supertool, core, hacks) for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in the Challenge thread and post a photo of a Flashlight for thirty (30) consecutive days.

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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1586 on: May 31, 2020, 02:20:20 AM
Quote from: Myron on May 30, 2020, 07:06:07 PM
A quick review of what I like about the Soldier SAKs, looking back over the last 30 days of use and carry. 


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There!  I think that about sums it up.  :)
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Merit Badges Must start a thread with a photo of your birth year SAK Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Soldier for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the 110 knife for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Fieldmaster SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Buck 112 Ranger for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the discontinued sak/mt for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of an Axe for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the 111mm sak for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of a different SAK each day for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of any gear for thirty (30) consecutive days during the MTo anniversary month. Start a new thread and post a photo of a traditional folder for thirty (30) consecutive days. Must start a thread with a photo of your stayglow SAK Start a new thread with photos of at least 8 different 111mm models in your collection Must start a thread with a photo of your camo SAK Start a new thread and post a photo of a fixed blade for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Cybertool (any variant), Swisschamp, Champion or Toolchest for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a picture of a fish or fishing kit with a multitool Must start a thread with a photo of your EDC watch Start a new thread with a photo of custom or non standard SAK scales in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo of the Vic Huntsman for thirty (30) consecutive days.

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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1587 on: May 31, 2020, 02:24:10 AM
Bonus photos - was helping a friend move into their new home. Washer and dryer needed out of the boxes so not a problem for the Soldier. Then apple time a few minutes ago.

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Merit Badges Must start a thread with a photo of your birth year SAK Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Soldier for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the 110 knife for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Fieldmaster SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Buck 112 Ranger for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the discontinued sak/mt for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of an Axe for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the 111mm sak for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of a different SAK each day for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of any gear for thirty (30) consecutive days during the MTo anniversary month. Start a new thread and post a photo of a traditional folder for thirty (30) consecutive days. Must start a thread with a photo of your stayglow SAK Start a new thread with photos of at least 8 different 111mm models in your collection Must start a thread with a photo of your camo SAK Start a new thread and post a photo of a fixed blade for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Cybertool (any variant), Swisschamp, Champion or Toolchest for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a picture of a fish or fishing kit with a multitool Must start a thread with a photo of your EDC watch Start a new thread with a photo of custom or non standard SAK scales in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo of the Vic Huntsman for thirty (30) consecutive days.

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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1588 on: May 31, 2020, 02:55:24 AM
 :iagree:
Quote from: Nix on May 30, 2020, 11:59:30 PM
Excellent montage, Myron!  :like:
Barry
Merit Badges Start a thread with a photo of a repair you made with duct tape Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Classic SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a Challenge thread, carry at least one red edc item, and post a photo every day for 30 consecutive days.  Post a pic for Halloween of your pumpkin (or turnip or gourd or whatever you traditionally carve for Halloween!) being carved by any SAK, multitool, pocket or woods knife you may own!  Only available once a year Participate in a Challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK-alike, aka multi-layered, knife-based pocket tools for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a Challenge thread, carry a keychain tool with pliers, and post a photo every day for 30 consecutive days Start a new thread and post a photo of any gear for thirty (30) consecutive days during the MTo anniversary month. For 30 consecutive days carry a SAK with a magnifying glass, and post a picture every day in the designated thread. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Must start a thread showing a photo of at least five BO tools Participate in a Challenge thread, carry a Victorinox Hiker, and post a photo every day for 30 consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a Challenge thread, carry a Leatherman Bond, and post a photo every day for 30 consecutive days. Start a new thread with a photo showing the axe in use Participate in a Challenge thread and post a photo of  a Opinel  knife  for 30 days Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Vic Spirit MT for sixty (60) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a challenge by carrying  a Combo Edged knife or Multitool and post a photo of it  for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a MiniChamp SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days.

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Re: Soldier 30 Day Challenge
Reply #1589 on: May 31, 2020, 03:24:09 AM
I'm finishing up day 30 by opening up some toys my daughter got for her birthday.
Merit Badges Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Soldier for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread with photos of your slasher/chopper/machete knives in use Start a new thread with a photo of your custom ALOX with scissors Start a new thread with a photo of a modded knife or multitool with your EDC Must start a thread with a photo of your EDC watch Start a new thread and post a photo of a flashlight as part of your EDC

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