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A Gathering of Spartans 2025!

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us Offline hsherzfeld

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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #120 on: October 03, 2025, 06:40:24 PM
My default SAK for EDC is a Climber, which of course is just a Spartan with scissors and a hook.
Current SAKs: Explorer, SwissChamp, Handyman (modded), Climber, Super Tinker, Tinker, Woodsman (modded), Electrician, Pioneer, SwissTool, Executive, Ambassador, Champion Plus
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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #121 on: October 03, 2025, 06:55:07 PM
Yeah scissors are a big deal, which is why I am rocking a Midnite Mini Champ to supplement the Spartan for if/when there are things that the Spartan cannot do.  Which hasn't happened yet.

Btw, hsherzfeld, every time I see you post, I think, "who's a good boy?!  who's a good boy?!".   :ahhh

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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #122 on: October 03, 2025, 08:05:27 PM
Quote from: hsherzfeld on October 03, 2025, 06:40:24 PM
My default SAK for EDC is a Climber, which of course is just a Spartan with scissors and a hook.
That is interesting as I also like the CLIMBER, and pair it with a SPARTAN in my travel kit. Just recently I took out the SPARTAN and replaced it with a Tinker.  No need for two corkscrews.

Still the SPARTAN is an easy carry in my pant pocket.

Plus, Vic’s scissors rock!
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us Offline Barry Rowland

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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #123 on: October 03, 2025, 08:20:31 PM
I almost always have my alox Mini Champ with me.  I really like the Climber too.  It's pretty close to the ideal tool set for me most days.
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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #124 on: October 03, 2025, 10:46:50 PM
Quote from: hsherzfeld on October 03, 2025, 06:40:24 PM
My default SAK for EDC is a Climber, which of course is just a Spartan with scissors and a hook.

I carried Climbers daily for many years, these days I have developed a preference for Alox because I really like a thin knife. But I still think of the Climber as the classic or standard SAK, against which all others are measured. You have everything really important and nothing that isn’t (except maybe the hook). Any other 91mm SAK in my mind is “Climber plus these things” or “Climber less these things”. If that makes any sense.
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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #125 on: October 03, 2025, 11:14:49 PM
Quote from: psyjohn on October 03, 2025, 05:25:25 PM
I have a 60s Companion (Executive) with horn scales. I've used mineral oil on them occasionally because it's what I have. Do you think that's ok? I don't want to accidentally damage them out of ignorance.
I have never tried mineral oil on the horn so can’t provide direct experience . But I use mineral oil on mother of pearl scales (I found the recommendation online). And as MoP is probably more delicate material than horn I do no think it would do any damage to horn.
And to finalize the treatment topic - I use ballistol on the wooden scales.
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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #126 on: October 04, 2025, 12:00:12 AM
What is this challenge called?

A GATHERING of SPARTANS

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I may have a problem…

One is missing again!
If I start and end the day above ground, it is a good day!

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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #127 on: October 04, 2025, 12:02:12 AM
Decent, sir.  Decent.   :drool:
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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #128 on: October 04, 2025, 12:45:43 AM
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Quote from: LoopCutter on October 04, 2025, 12:00:12 AM
What is this challenge called?

A GATHERING of SPARTANS

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I may have a problem…

One is missing again!
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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #129 on: October 04, 2025, 12:56:14 AM
Day 3

I'm hurrying to get this posted before my chicken wings get cold. But this tin of putty was stuck together pretty good (probably from being in my pocket for at least an hour). The Spartan's cap lifter was used to get the tin to see things my way.

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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #130 on: October 04, 2025, 12:57:56 AM
Great work Dan!
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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #131 on: October 04, 2025, 02:48:19 AM
Quote from: powernoodle on October 03, 2025, 06:55:07 PM
Yeah scissors are a big deal, which is why I am rocking a Midnite Mini Champ to supplement the Spartan for if/when there are things that the Spartan cannot do.  Which hasn't happened yet.

Btw, hsherzfeld, every time I see you post, I think, "who's a good boy?!  who's a good boy?!".   :ahhh
That’s Cooper, my Brittany spaniel. He’s pointing at a squirrel in the tree in that photo.
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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #132 on: October 04, 2025, 06:57:51 AM
Day 3

My enhanced Spartan with the mini SD and pin. I think this is very much an everything you need,  nothing you don't type tool.
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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #133 on: October 04, 2025, 07:38:39 AM
Oh dearie me it's October and I'd forgotten the start of Barrys challenge. :facepalm:

I must pull my finger out and join you ! Hopefully better late than never  :ahhh
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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #134 on: October 04, 2025, 10:04:25 AM
So, today Day 1 or 4 it's my latest member of the stable.

Camo' but I won't be taking this into the field in case it makes off on it's own. It's strictly for those days when I can spot it making a dash for freedom.
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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #135 on: October 04, 2025, 12:53:08 PM
Powernoodle Day 4


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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #136 on: October 04, 2025, 03:10:36 PM
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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #137 on: October 04, 2025, 03:12:05 PM
Day 4

A SPARTAN LITE arrived a while ago, but batteries were not found and arrived till yesterday. Yay we have light.

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PS: Do not forget, TODAY IS SPARTAN SATURDAY!  :woohoo: :hatsoff:

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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #138 on: October 04, 2025, 03:12:05 PM
4. Will try a TEC.
Lanyards next but its on and off...  :salute:

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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #139 on: October 04, 2025, 03:28:31 PM
Quote from: psyjohn on October 03, 2025, 05:25:25 PM
I have a 60s Companion (Executive) with horn scales. I've used mineral oil on them occasionally because it's what I have. Do you think that's ok? I don't want to accidentally damage them out of ignorance.

BTW, I'm really enjoying all the pictures of the Spartans. I thought seriously about doing the challenge with you all; I carry a Spartan from time to time, but I don't think I could do without my Pioneer for a whole month.

Mineral oil is great for treating cutting boards and as a light lubricant.  Just remember it is a product that results from refining OIL.

NEETSFOOT OIL is the result of the boiling of bovine hoofs and the shin bones of cattle.   It would be more natural for the horn scales.

I am sure an application of any condition will not destroy your scales, better than leaving in a drawer and allowing time to recall the natural materials.
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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #140 on: October 04, 2025, 03:52:14 PM
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Quote from: MrToolJunkie on October 04, 2025, 06:57:51 AM
Day 3

My enhanced Spartan with the mini SD and pin. I think this is very much an everything you need,  nothing you don't type tool.
Barry
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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #141 on: October 04, 2025, 03:52:57 PM
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Quote from: Fast Bill on October 04, 2025, 10:04:25 AM
So, today Day 1 or 4 it's my latest member of the stable.

Camo' but I won't be taking this into the field in case it makes off on it's own. It's strictly for those days when I can spot it making a dash for freedom.
Barry
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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #142 on: October 04, 2025, 03:56:51 PM
Outstanding work everyone!  I did run into a job that needed a slightly bigger tool (Work Champ) to accomplish the mission.  I was removing one of our window mount air conditioner units in which I had used Philips head screws to secure the plastic "curtains" to the sill.  The can opener screwdriver didn't quite have the oomph to loosen them so the Work Champ large Philips got it done.

Time for more coffee! ☕☕
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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #143 on: October 04, 2025, 04:29:10 PM
Quote from z1913:
"I have never tried mineral oil on the horn so can’t provide direct experience . But I use mineral oil on mother of pearl scales (I found the recommendation online). And as MoP is probably more delicate material than horn I do no think it would do any damage to horn."

Quote from LoopCutter:
"Mineral oil is great for treating cutting boards and as a light lubricant.  Just remember it is a product that results from refining OIL.

NEETSFOOT OIL is the result of the boiling of bovine hoofs and the shin bones of cattle.   It would be more natural for the horn scales."


I had to order something else from Amazon so I threw in a bottle of neetsfoot oil. Should be here tomorrow. It's a small investment for one of my favorite knives in my collection.

LoopCutter, thank you for the invitation. I'm mulling it over this morning. My adhd self would like to see if I could complete one of these challenges. I tried one a couple years ago but a family vacation and other unexpected life events got in the way, and I wound up dropping out halfway through. There's a dozen or so Spartans around here that could come out to play if I do join in.
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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #144 on: October 04, 2025, 04:43:58 PM
For the same reason Ive been carrying the CEO  (Manager with 3D printed scales with toothpick, tweezers, pin and pen), but this week I'll leave the CEO at home, and carry only a Spartan.
Back to basics!


Quote from: powernoodle on October 03, 2025, 06:55:07 PM
Yeah scissors are a big deal, which is why I am rocking a Midnite Mini Champ to supplement the Spartan for if/when there are things that the Spartan cannot do.  Which hasn't happened yet.

Btw, hsherzfeld, every time I see you post, I think, "who's a good boy?!  who's a good boy?!".   :ahhh
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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #145 on: October 04, 2025, 04:49:10 PM
@psyjohn -  A DOZEN!    I thought I was ill! 😱

I have only 10!

You now have to try! 

You visit anyways, a day # posting plus a picture,  you are so much a part of the community, it is a small commitment. 30 days.    Shucks, there is talk about a 90 day challenge????    30 days is a cake walk without music…
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br Offline Yanossauro

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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #146 on: October 04, 2025, 04:56:53 PM
Day 6 (for me):

Ruby went to pray for my wife at the church.

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Victorinox lover.
Sharpening enthusiast.
With a thing fo Spartans.
Merit Badges Must start a thread with a photo of your EDC watch Start a new thread with a photo of your custom ALOX with scissors Start a new thread with photos of at least 5 different Wenger models in your collection Start a new thread or Post in a Challenge Thread and post a photo of a Spartan  for 30 days Start a new thread and post a photo of the minimal sak (2 layers or fewer) for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread with a photo of custom or non standard SAK scales in your collection Start a new thread with photos of at least 6 SAKs of different frame lengths and/or shapes in your collection. Eg 58mm, 74mm, 84mm regular, 84mm slim, 85mm etc Start a new thread with photos of your zip ties in use Start a new thread and post a photo of a flashlight as part of your EDC

us Offline Farmer X

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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #147 on: October 04, 2025, 05:02:50 PM
Day 4

The Spartan's large blade handled paracord with ease. What am I gonna do with only about two feet of paracord? You'll have to wait till Wednesday to find out. :popcorn:

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Culling of the knife and multi herds in progress...

If I pay five figures for something, it better have wings or a foundation!
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. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Farmer X SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Delemont SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Must put something in order and provide link to the post. Participate in a Challenge thread, carry at least one black edc item, and post a photo every day for 30 consecutive days.  Carry tools with single functions only. No multi-tools, no multi-layer Swiss Army Knives, no combo one-piece tools and post a photo for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread or Post in a Challenge Thread and post a photo of a Spartan  for 30 days Start a new thread with photos of at least 6 SAKs of different frame lengths and/or shapes in your collection. Eg 58mm, 74mm, 84mm regular, 84mm slim, 85mm etc 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. Find him! Participate in a Challenge thread, carry knife/tool with a blade 4" or longer, and post a photo every day for 30 consecutive days. Participate in a Challenge thread, carry at least one green edc item, and post a photo every day for 30 consecutive days. Participate in a Challenge thread, carry a Victorinox Hiker, and post a photo every day for 30 consecutive days. Must start a thread with a photo of at least five (5) of your watches Build your own version of an MRE using off-the-shelf components, post a photo of the completed MRE and store at room temperature for 6 days or more. Consume the MRE after the storage period and post pictures and descriptions of the contents. Take part in the christmas pool or a rak type giveaway. Those wanting to say thank you for a rak may also nominate for the santa. Participate in a Challenge and post a photo of a Utility Knife for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in a Challenge thread and post a photo of a LM Pocket Survival Tool 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 pen for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread with photos of your zip ties in use

us Offline Barry Rowland

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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #148 on: October 04, 2025, 05:10:04 PM
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Quote from: Yanossauro on October 04, 2025, 04:56:53 PM
Day 6 (for me):

Ruby went to pray for my wife at the church.

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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.

us Offline Barry Rowland

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Re: A Gathering of Spartans 2025!
Reply #149 on: October 04, 2025, 05:12:11 PM
 :rofl:
Quote from: LoopCutter on October 04, 2025, 04:49:10 PM
@psyjohn -  A DOZEN!    I thought I was ill! 😱

I have only 10!

You now have to try! 

You visit anyways, a day # posting plus a picture,  you are so much a part of the community, it is a small commitment. 30 days.    Shucks, there is talk about a 90 day challenge????    30 days is a cake walk without music…
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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