Post by: ElevenBlade on June 02, 2020, 12:58:39 AM
:SAKnight: :SAKnight:
At the last moment, I decided to do this Challenge. I just completed two Challenges back to back. The best part of these is to do them along with you folks, so I do hope you'll join me, or at least follow along. To be honest, I was going to wait until a few other people were interested in joining me. But I ended up using my SAK just a few minutes ago, and I said to myself - "Self! there's no time like the present" So here we are.
I decided to do this one because ... well... I've pretty well convinced myself that I need scissors on my SAK in the last two months. And also, I need something pocketable So will the Pioneer X fill those requirements?
Let's wait and see! :D
For today's usage: I was warming up a microwavable pre-cooked packet of rice. 2/3 of the way into the time I saw the packet swelling up like a balloon and realized I had forgotten to tear a ventilation opening into the packet as the instructions say :ahhh
I stopped the timer and reached in with my Pioneer X scissors extended at the ready. Without touching the packet I snipped an opening in it and the steam escaped, narrowly averting a mishap in the kitchen. :dwts:
I turned the timer back on, and completed preparing my dinner.
Day 1
SAK scissors 1, Eminent disaster 0
Post by: Sos24 on June 02, 2020, 03:14:45 AM
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 02, 2020, 04:24:27 AM
I always felt like the PX was too heavy with only one added tool compared to the Pioneer, but we‘ll see.
Here is the PX i will be carrying mostly. I might switch to my blue one every once in a while.
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3904530629-4.jpg)
Day 1
A late package arrived. Thank you UPS driver :salute:
Awl opened it, Blade prepared it for recycling and the scissors assisted taking off the tags of my new back pack. One occasion, three tools used. Not bad :D
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3904555115-4.jpg)
Post by: Tet on June 02, 2020, 04:29:02 AM
My daughter got a late birthday present tonight, I used the awl on the UPS package and the lego packages.
Post by: Tet on June 02, 2020, 04:32:12 AM
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 02, 2020, 04:51:53 AM
You mean the Farmer X?
Post by: Tet on June 02, 2020, 05:00:45 AM
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 02, 2020, 05:12:14 AM
Post by: Simon_Templar on June 02, 2020, 08:53:53 AM
Day 1
:SAKnight: :SAKnight:
At the last moment, I decided to do this Challenge. I just completed two Challenges back to back. The best part of these is to do them along with you folks, so I do hope you'll join me, or at least follow along. To be honest, I was going to wait until a few other people were interested in joining me. But I ended up using my SAK just a few minutes ago, and I said to myself - "Self! there's no time like the present" So here we are.
I decided to do this one because ... well... I've pretty well convinced myself that I need scissors on my SAK in the last two months. And also, I need something pocketable So will the Pioneer X fill those requirements?
Let's wait and see! :D
For today's usage: I was warming up a microwavable pre-cooked packet of rice. 2/3 of the way into the time I saw the packet swelling up like a balloon and realized I had forgotten to tear a ventilation opening into the packet as the instructions say :ahhh
I stopped the timer and reached in with my Pioneer X scissors extended at the ready. Without touching the packet I snipped an opening in it and the steam escaped, narrowly averting a mishap in the kitchen. :dwts:
I turned the timer back on, and completed preparing my dinner.
Day 1
SAK scissors 1, Eminent disaster 0
Good luck for the challenge. It must feel great to have scissors again ;)
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on June 02, 2020, 10:06:05 AM
Post by: comis on June 02, 2020, 11:04:51 AM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on June 02, 2020, 03:22:49 PM
JR
Post by: Wspeed on June 02, 2020, 04:11:31 PM
Post by: pfrsantos on June 02, 2020, 05:09:28 PM
I am in, so you got company :cheers:
I always felt like the PX was too heavy with only one added tool compared to the Pioneer, but we‘ll see.
Here is the PX i will be carrying mostly. I might switch to my blue one every once in a while.
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3904530629-4.jpg)
Day 1
A late package arrived. Thank you UPS driver :salute:
Awl opened it, Blade prepared it for recycling and the scissors assisted taking off the tags of my new back pack. One occasion, three tools used. Not bad :D
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3904555115-4.jpg)
Well, you could have used it to open a bottle of beer to celebrate... just saying...
:whistle:
:tu: :tu:
Post by: 39hotrod on June 02, 2020, 05:44:30 PM
Post by: Ron Who on June 02, 2020, 06:32:20 PM
SAK scissors 1, Eminent disaster 0JIT :tu:
Post by: Tet on June 02, 2020, 08:54:25 PM
Post by: Tet on June 02, 2020, 08:55:02 PM
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 02, 2020, 11:24:36 PM
Day 2
Oatmeal prep. Bananas, Strawberries and Nuts
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3904815977-4.jpg)
Post by: in_sympathy on June 03, 2020, 12:33:43 AM
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 03, 2020, 01:49:43 AM
I'm so glad to have company!!
thank you all for following along and joining if you can.
Today's use - awl to open a box of foodstuffs in the kitchen. maybe a snack of cheese and crackers later.
Has anyone used their engraving plate for its intended purpose?
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 03, 2020, 01:51:02 AM
Nice additions, Tet! :like:
Day 2
Oatmeal prep. Bananas, Strawberries and Nuts
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3904815977-4.jpg)
Happy to see that brilliant specimen in the mix. :cheers:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 03, 2020, 01:55:38 AM
I am in, so you got company :cheers:
I always felt like the PX was too heavy with only one added tool compared to the Pioneer, but we‘ll see.
Here is the PX i will be carrying mostly. I might switch to my blue one every once in a while.
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3904530629-4.jpg)
Day 1
A late package arrived. Thank you UPS driver :salute:
Awl opened it, Blade prepared it for recycling and the scissors assisted taking off the tags of my new back pack. One occasion, three tools used. Not bad :D
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3904555115-4.jpg)
This was a major reason why I decided to do the challenge at this time. The PioneerX is remarkably heavy for the addition of just one layer. I'm hoping to get used to the extra weight. I've noticed that if I clip it to the inner edge of my pocket, rather than the outer, it becomes less noticeable Though I wonder if it will stay put that way.
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 03, 2020, 02:00:20 AM
Used my X to open up one of my favourite types of packages today...
:cheers:
Thanks for joining!
quick tip though - just number the day of the challenge at the top of your post, Day1, Day2. etc etc
To anyone who has hosted a challenge... should I keep a spreadsheet of the participants and their daily posts?
Post by: Nix on June 03, 2020, 02:09:12 AM
Have fun with this challenge! :tu:
Post by: BClogic on June 03, 2020, 02:41:18 AM
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 03, 2020, 02:54:57 AM
I see you pulled the trigger after all EB! I'll follow along if I may! Sadly I don't own a PX. You have all the cool toys. Someday I will! :hatsoff:
I was hemming and hawing, I admit. But post #1 is a true story, and it compelled me to go ahead with the challenge. A quick snip to relieve pressure on the impending ... what we call in the business... Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion ...
The SAK saved the day. :D
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 03, 2020, 02:58:43 AM
Good luck with this challenge- I would join but I’m on the MTO unleashed! challenge, where I’m sure a PX will feature! :tu:
Sorry friend...
So many MTs so few months to do challenges. :hatsoff:
Post by: BClogic on June 03, 2020, 03:08:15 AM
I was hemming and hawing, I admit. But post #1 is a true story, and it compelled me to go ahead with the challenge. A quick snip to relieve pressure on the impending ... what we call in the business... Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion ...And I says to myself, Self! (and I knew it was me 'cause I recognized my voice and I was wearing my underwear) we can save the day and dinner! :rofl: :rofl:
The SAK saved the day. :D
I should own a PX. That is the first Alox I ordered but I canceled in favor of the Electrician which I gifted because I wanted the can opener so I bought the Soldier then doubled up with an SI incase I lost it.
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 03, 2020, 03:17:16 AM
And I says to myself, Self! (and I knew it was me 'cause I recognized my voice and I was wearing my underwear) we can save the day and dinner! :rofl: :rofl:
I should own a PX. That is the first Alox I ordered but I canceled in favor of the Electrician which I gifted because I wanted the can opener so I bought the Soldier then doubled up with an SI incase I lost it.
Whenever I read what you write I feel like I'm talking to myself. It's very strange.
Or maybe you are actually me. Are you sure that's your underwear? :think:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 03, 2020, 03:19:13 AM
Day 2
I'm so glad to have company!!
thank you all for following along and joining if you can.
Today's use - awl to open a box of foodstuffs in the kitchen. maybe a snack of cheese and crackers later.
Has anyone used their engraving plate for its intended purpose?
My blue one has the DLT engraving on it - which I hate. The red one has a small shield logo, which i actually like.
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 03, 2020, 03:21:08 AM
This was a major reason why I decided to do the challenge at this time. The PioneerX is remarkably heavy for the addition of just one layer. I'm hoping to get used to the extra weight. I've noticed that if I clip it to the inner edge of my pocket, rather than the outer, it becomes less noticeable Though I wonder if it will stay put that way.
Same thoughts here. Made a small leather slippy for it, which will be attached to my pocket with one of those small clips. Will see how it goes.
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 03, 2020, 03:23:22 AM
Whenever I read what you write I feel like I'm talking to myself. It's very strange.
Or maybe you are actually me. Are you sure that's your underwear? :think:
I am wearing my Superman undies today, so it sure as hell ain‘t mine :rofl: :rofl:
(Not even sure they make Superman undies for adults)
Post by: BClogic on June 03, 2020, 03:26:16 AM
Whenever I read what you write I feel like I'm talking to myself. It's very strange.:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Or maybe you are actually me. Are you sure that's your underwear? :think:
As they say "great minds think alike" :cheers:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 03, 2020, 03:28:57 AM
I am wearing my Superman undies today, so it sure as hell ain‘t mine :rofl: :rofl:
(Not even sure they make Superman undies for adults)
Sir Vic.
Jokes aside. Please DO NOT try to verify your question with the internet. you will regret it dearly. :facepalm:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 03, 2020, 03:31:09 AM
Post by: BClogic on June 03, 2020, 03:33:56 AM
Sir Vic.(https://media0.giphy.com/media/r3ll5ptzcxtPq/giphy.gif)
Jokes aside. Please DO NOT try to verify your question with the internet. you will regret it dearly. :facepalm:
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Post by: ElevenBlade on June 03, 2020, 03:43:01 AM
My blue one has the DLT engraving on it - which I hate. The red one has a small shield logo, which i actually like.
Someplace in MTo over the last week, I learned that all Alox SAKs in color have some markings or brandings. The Vx Alox in color are all stamped with the LE date. The Nespresso SAKs have a logo on the blade itself. Anything else that's not factory original - be it DLT, or whomever, must have a logo ostentatiously placed on the SAK.
It's not nice, and it makes me skeptical about ever finding a Farmer X in orange that I am happy with.
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 03, 2020, 03:55:49 AM
Unfortunately I find the standard silver extremely boring, so I‘ve got to compromise.
Post by: Tet on June 03, 2020, 04:23:40 AM
quick tip though - just number the day of the challenge at the top of your post, Day1, Day2. etc etc
Ok thanks, I'll do that from now on.
Love that blue one SirVicalot! I didn't know that about the coloured Alox. I do have a red old cross pioneer with no markings, but it also doesn't have an engraving plate, so maybe it's just with the newer ones?
Post by: Tet on June 03, 2020, 04:24:25 AM
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 03, 2020, 04:43:38 AM
quick tip though - just number the day of the challenge at the top of your post, Day1, Day2. etc etc
Ok thanks, I'll do that from now on.
Love that blue one SirVicalot! I didn't know that about the coloured Alox. I do have a red old cross pioneer with no markings, but it also doesn't have an engraving plate, so maybe it's just with the newer ones?
We gotta see a pic of that OC one :pok: :gimme:
Post by: Tet on June 03, 2020, 04:56:09 AM
Post by: BClogic on June 03, 2020, 04:57:36 AM
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 03, 2020, 03:49:04 PM
I'll post one tomorrow when the light's better! It's got the +PAT on the can opener, those ended early 70's, is that right?
Not sure, would have to check SAK wiki :think:
Post by: Tet on June 03, 2020, 03:54:33 PM
Also, about the engraving plate - I was surfing through fleabay last night and one guy has quite a few coloured pioneers and farmers with nothing on the plate. There were red, green, and blue off the top of my head. There was a gold one but it was Bugnard labelled.
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 03, 2020, 03:55:34 PM
Post by: Tet on June 03, 2020, 04:05:37 PM
I had another look at those knives on eBay - in the light of day I see that while the engraving plate is blank they all have markings on the blade, an Edelwiess. The only one that doesn't seem to is black with a red cross
Post by: SurgeUk on June 03, 2020, 06:02:57 PM
Today it helped unwrap my new (to me) Mauser purchased on here from maverick88 :hatsoff: as a replacement for an identical one lost many, many moons (decades) ago ::)
So, here are the two pics :tu:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 03, 2020, 07:00:13 PM
Nobody here thinks you are crazy. Don‘t worry, my wife thinks I am nuts too :rofl:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 03, 2020, 07:14:12 PM
Nice! Pizza and SAK! :DCheers SVL :cheers: and to paraphrase an oft' used saying "you don't have to be mad to be a member here, but it helps" :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Nobody here thinks you are crazy. Don‘t worry, my wife thinks I am nuts too :rofl:
Post by: BClogic on June 03, 2020, 07:39:59 PM
Here are some photos of the old pioneer. Thanks for the interest! The blade is a little short, it's clearly been sharpened.Nice!
Also, about the engraving plate - I was surfing through fleabay last night and one guy has quite a few coloured pioneers and farmers with nothing on the plate. There were red, green, and blue off the top of my head. There was a gold one but it was Bugnard labelled.
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Post by: Tet on June 03, 2020, 10:57:27 PM
Thanks everyone! That’s a good looking pizza Surge! Waiting for my wife to get home now I’m really hungry! You’ll have to post some photos of that Mauser :)
My PX didn’t have much work today so far, just opened up a kids toy from Grandma
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 03, 2020, 11:36:02 PM
Todays use - late lunch.
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 03, 2020, 11:59:14 PM
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3905610136-4.jpg)
Awl to make pilot holes
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3905610106-4.jpg)
Bottle opener on pry bar duty
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 04, 2020, 12:08:03 AM
Day 3
Thanks everyone! That’s a good looking pizza Surge! Waiting for my wife to get home now I’m really hungry! You’ll have to post some photos of that Mauser :)
My PX didn’t have much work today so far, just opened up a kids toy from Grandma
Where's your picture Pioneer X Tet :pok: Once a day, write a post with the Day# on top, a line about the use of your Pioneer X for that day, and a picture (action pictures are preferred, but glamor shots are fine too), but do it all in one post.
Aside from that we're going to carry on with this senseless banter surrounding the actual Challenge Posts, and your wife won't think you're crazy after we give you a proper case of the SAK Sweats. She'll be sure of it.
With the post written as noted - when the Mods, or I go through the thread at the end of the month, it will be easier to follow and count 30 such posts on 30 consecutive days. Then you'll get yourself a shiny new merit badge. :cheers:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 04, 2020, 12:09:36 AM
I missed yesterdays one as I was a bit busy getting ready for my early shift today (up at 4am :ahhh ) The PX helped with a pizza.
Today it helped unwrap my new (to me) Mauser purchased on here from maverick88 :hatsoff: as a replacement for an identical one lost many, many moons (decades) ago ::)
So, here are the two pics :tu:
Nothing better than SAKs and food. :cheers:
well.. maybe SAKs and drink... :drink:
Post by: Tet on June 04, 2020, 01:15:58 AM
Oops! You’ll have me straightened around soon! I thought I’d seen a challenge post where someone just wrote in, sorry.
Here’s the PX with the kids toy it liberated from their packaging
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 04, 2020, 01:21:06 AM
Day 3
Oops! You’ll have me straightened around soon! I thought I’d seen a challenge post where someone just wrote in, sorry.
Here’s the PX with the kids toy it liberated from their packaging
:cheers:
That's it! Great picture - bright colors, well done.
Post by: BClogic on June 04, 2020, 02:52:51 AM
Day 3It’s a coronavirus! Kill it!!!!
Oops! You’ll have me straightened around soon! I thought I’d seen a challenge post where someone just wrote in, sorry.
Here’s the PX with the kids toy it liberated from their packaging
I hope I don’t offend, it is a great picture!
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Post by: BClogic on June 04, 2020, 02:55:09 AM
Day 3Nice usage SVL!
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3905610136-4.jpg)
Awl to make pilot holes
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3905610106-4.jpg)
Bottle opener on pry bar duty
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Post by: Tet on June 04, 2020, 02:56:28 AM
Post by: Sos24 on June 04, 2020, 03:13:16 AM
Post by: BClogic on June 04, 2020, 03:32:29 AM
Lol! I'm pretty difficult to offend! You're right, it does look like a giant coronavirus. Luckily I was paying attention to your president, I shined a bright light on it and now it's dead. Now where did I put my disinfectant cocktail?Hopefully near the mighty PX!
C’est la vie is all I can say on the current events. Heck it’s been a headache since.....well forever
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Post by: SirVicaLot on June 04, 2020, 04:21:20 AM
Lol! I'm pretty difficult to offend! You're right, it does look like a giant coronavirus. Luckily I was paying attention to your president, I shined a bright light on it and now it's dead. Now where did I put my disinfectant cocktail?
:rofl: :rofl:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 04, 2020, 02:47:28 PM
Lol! I'm pretty difficult to offend! You're right, it does look like a giant coronavirus. Luckily I was paying attention to your president, I shined a bright light on it and now it's dead. Now where did I put my disinfectant cocktail?
:rofl: :rofl:
Fun fact - it's called Coronavirus because it looks like the virus is wearing a crown... to some very sleep-deprived scientist. :whistle: Corona - Crown
Though it could also mean garland or wreath, and I could see that ... sort of... :think:
Post by: BClogic on June 04, 2020, 03:14:05 PM
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Post by: Tet on June 04, 2020, 09:33:47 PM
Normally I wouldn’t post anything even remotely political (especially as the new guy), but I really tried to not post that and couldn’t do it :)
Post by: BClogic on June 04, 2020, 09:39:09 PM
:cheers:Oh I understand completely! I laughed my butt of once it hit me! (just happened to take several hours) :rofl: :cheers:
Normally I wouldn’t post anything even remotely political (especially as the new guy), but I really tried to not post that and couldn’t do it :)
Post by: Tet on June 04, 2020, 09:39:30 PM
Day 4
Today so far I did some proctology on this toy cupcake and extracted a bead from its behind. And for anyone sensing a theme here - yes I have been at home with my two young daughters since early March! It’s a beautiful day here today so I’m planning to open up a nice cold one soon.
Post by: Tet on June 04, 2020, 10:04:11 PM
:rofl: :rofl:
Fun fact - it's called Coronavirus because it looks like the virus is wearing a crown... to some very sleep-deprived scientist. :whistle: Corona - Crown
Though it could also mean garland or wreath, and I could see that ... sort of... :think:
That’s interesting! I can’t believe I didn’t know that already considering how much Coronavirus news I’ve been watching the last 3 months! I just learned last week what Covid 19 means:
CoronaVirusInfectious Disease - 2019
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 04, 2020, 10:48:52 PM
That’s interesting! I can’t believe I didn’t know that already considering how much Coronavirus news I’ve been watching the last 3 months! I just learned last week what Covid 19 means:
CoronaVirusInfectious Disease - 2019
Indeed... Coronavirus has been around forever, it causes the common cold for generations.
The "novel" or new Coronavirus strain SARS CoV2 causes the disease called COVID-19.
SARS CoV caused SARS.... but at that time they thought SARS was SARS and that was that
They also thought that World War I was the "Great War". Then WWII rolled around.. and :think:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 05, 2020, 12:29:36 AM
No use yet, and none anticipated.
Post by: Tet on June 05, 2020, 12:54:42 AM
Here are a couple of bonus pics. They’re a bit more adult this time!
Post by: Nix on June 05, 2020, 01:00:13 AM
Forgive my ignorance ElevenBlade, what’s that attached to your knife?
EB has a pocket clip attached to the key ring attachment. It allows the knife to dangle inside your pocket. I tried one for a while but it broke! (Made in China, might have been some owner/operator abuse involved.)
Nice going, guys! :tu:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 05, 2020, 01:02:09 AM
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3906197811-4.jpg)
PX came along walking the dogs
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3906197899-4.jpg)
Did some whittling today. My first project ever :ahhh Did not use the PX for it, but I think I will get a Hiker to supplement my dedicated whittling knives. Could have used a saw while doing that sitting on the porch.
The whittling knives were a gift, so I have to figure them out first. There are like 15 different ones :think:
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3906197851-4.jpg)
The finished project. It is a spreader for peanut butter, jelly, and the like. I think it turned out ok.
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3906207467-4.jpg)
First use of the day for the PX: Installing new ceiling fixtures. The Spirit had to help out because I needed pliers as well.
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 05, 2020, 01:03:03 AM
EB has a pocket clip attached to the key ring attachment. It allows the knife to dangle inside your pocket. I tried one for a while but it broke! (Made in China, might have been some owner/operator abuse involved.)
Nice going, guys! :tu:
Yepp, I use those small clips as well. Love 'em. Makes the knife feel weightless in your pocket. :tu:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 05, 2020, 01:03:45 AM
Forgive my ignorance ElevenBlade, what’s that attached to your knife?
Here are a couple of bonus pics. They’re a bit more adult this time!
:cheers: :drink:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 05, 2020, 01:17:15 AM
Forgive my ignorance ElevenBlade, what’s that attached to your knife?
Here are a couple of bonus pics. They’re a bit more adult this time!
And this, my friend, is what MTo is all about... and especially with challenges, where there are somewhat forced uses and modifications done to make the "chosen" tool work at its best as the "one-and-only" for a month.
Though its only one layer thicker than a Pioneer, I find it much more bulky, yet not big enough to hold steady in the pocket. So I attached a P-7 clip to the keyring and I hook it inside my pocket. It makes it much less noticeable in the pocket, and therefore easier to carry. It does take a few seconds longer to retrieve from my pocket when it's clipped on - but the cost-benefit ratio is in favor of using it... in my estimation.
I'm not 100% sure that's the official branded P7, to be honest. As Nix says, there are some generic versions. I may have gone for a mid-priced option, as I am wont to do. A quick search on Amazon for "P7 clip" gives me several options, the first few of which are in the $4, $16, and $8 range respectively. Knowing me, as I did meet myself in the bathroom mirror just a short while ago, I probably paid $8.
:drink:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 05, 2020, 01:19:27 AM
Day 4
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3906197811-4.jpg)
PX came along walking the dogs
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3906197899-4.jpg)
Did some whittling today. My first project ever :ahhh Did not use the PX for it, but I think I will get a Hiker to supplement my dedicated whittling knives. Could have used a saw while doing that sitting on the porch.
The whittling knives were a gift, so I have to figure them out first. There are like 15 different ones :think:
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3906197851-4.jpg)
The finished project. It is a spreader for peanut butter, jelly, and the like. I think it turned out ok.
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3906207467-4.jpg)
First use of the day for the PX: Installing new ceiling fixtures. The Spirit had to help out because I needed pliers as well.
Wonderful pictures as always Sir Vic :cheers:
That bright red seems to be holding up well.
Post by: Tet on June 05, 2020, 01:32:49 AM
Ok, so P7 is like a style? And Vic makes a branded one, correct?
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 05, 2020, 01:42:33 AM
I'm really enjoying seeing the pics! Nice job on the spreader SirVic! I see your whittling book - can anyone recommend any books about the history of the SAK? I think I've seen some in the background of some pics here.
Ok, so P7 is like a style? And Vic makes a branded one, correct?
No, Vic makes something quite different called a Multiclip that Ive attached a photo of.
P7 is the model name of the clip made by Tec Accessories. The design has been copied by other companies. But like Band-aid and Kleenex... and to a large extent Leatherman itself, the term is both specific to the brand, and generic to a type of product.
Post by: Tet on June 05, 2020, 01:47:34 AM
Edit: I just looked at the Vic clip, I see it's $3 CAD, so I guess it's not price. Looks like it attaches to a belt.
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 05, 2020, 03:50:22 AM
Though its only one layer thicker than a Pioneer, I find it much more bulky, yet not big enough to hold steady in the pocket. So I attached a P-7 clip to the keyring and I hook it inside my pocket. It makes it much less noticeable in the pocket, and therefore easier to carry. It does take a few seconds longer to retrieve from my pocket when it's clipped on - but the cost-benefit ratio is in favor of using it... in my estimation.
:drink:
:iagree: I do the same thing :cheers:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 05, 2020, 03:51:11 AM
Wonderful pictures as always Sir Vic :cheers:Thanks! :cheers: It also helps that it rides in a leather slippy. No other tools or keys scratching it.
That bright red seems to be holding up well.
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 05, 2020, 03:55:16 AM
ok thanks! I'll take a look. I knew I'd seen that Vic clip, that's what I was thinking of. Do people not like those as much or are they just more $$?
Edit: I just looked at the Vic clip, I see it's $3 CAD, so I guess it's not price. Looks like it attaches to a belt.
It does. Works on sweat pants or workout shorts too though. Mine came with two chains: A shorter one and a larger one that is detachable. I love it! I use it to carry the Spirit and Swisstool or any heavier SAK (Swisschamp for example) unless I use my flexible belt sheath.
The short chain is just long enough that it suspends the tool in the front pockets of most of my pants. Even the Swisstool feels so weightless, that I sometimes forget it‘s there :tu:
Post by: Tet on June 05, 2020, 04:12:12 AM
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 05, 2020, 04:28:52 AM
It does. Works on sweat pants or workout shorts too though. Mine came with two chains: A shorter one and a larger one that is detachable. I love it! I use it to carry the Spirit and Swisstool or any heavier SAK (Swisschamp for example) unless I use my flexible belt sheath.
The short chain is just long enough that it suspends the tool in the front pockets of most of my pants. Even the Swisstool feels so weightless, that I sometimes forget it‘s there :tu:
Thanks for the quick review. I had opted against it without knowing that much about it. It just seemed to be a two-handed operation, and I assumed the chain length would restrict where you can attach it to your belt. I didnt know it can attach to the waistband itself, and I'm not sure that I knew it came with two chains.
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 05, 2020, 04:29:43 AM
thanks for the info! I'll have to try some out. I don't mind it just in my pocket - but I can see it being one of those luxuries that you quickly get used to and wonder how you did without it. Kind of like heated seats or scissors in your Pioneer!
well said.
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 05, 2020, 04:35:12 AM
Thanks for the quick review. I had opted against it without knowing that much about it. It just seemed to be a two-handed operation, and I assumed the chain length would restrict where you can attach it to your belt. I didnt know it can attach to the waistband itself, and I'm not sure that I knew it came with two chains.
You can always adjust the chain length by moving the split ring. It is a two handed operation, as you have to hold the SAK in one hand and unclip it from the belt hanger with the other. But the two seconds that it takes me to unclip it, are well worth it considering the increased carry comfort.
It‘s something you gotta try yourself I think :cheers:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 05, 2020, 06:38:58 PM
I was a bit busy yesterday preparing kit for a last minute SAR operation, so I wasn't able to post then ::)
The PX helped to open the packaging for my Vic' neck lanyard (used to hold my SAR ID for the day) :tu:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 05, 2020, 06:44:00 PM
Following on from yesterdays pic' (posted today)
The PX accompanied me on a Covid related welfare Op' (around south London) along with the Rescue Tool and various other non SAK related kit :whistle:
Neither was needed thankfully but, better to have it and not need it etc... ;)
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 05, 2020, 10:01:14 PM
DAY 5
Following on from yesterdays pic' (posted today)
The PX accompanied me on a Covid related welfare Op' (around south London) along with the Rescue Tool and various other non SAK related kit :whistle:
Neither was needed thankfully but, better to have it and not need it etc... ;)
:cheers:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 05, 2020, 10:16:46 PM
Used the awl to score the seal on this bottle :drool:
Post by: Tet on June 06, 2020, 12:27:45 AM
EB that Glenlivet is making me feel inadequate about the beer I'm about to post! :hatsoff: :drink:
Post by: Tet on June 06, 2020, 12:30:30 AM
Did some package opening duty, some pizza opening, and best of all....
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 06, 2020, 12:58:17 AM
Day 5
Did some package opening duty, some pizza opening, and best of all....
Pizza and beer. :cheers: :hatsoff:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 06, 2020, 04:21:17 AM
DAY 5
Following on from yesterdays pic' (posted today)
The PX accompanied me on a Covid related welfare Op' (around south London) along with the Rescue Tool and various other non SAK related kit :whistle:
Neither was needed thankfully but, better to have it and not need it etc... ;)
:cheers: One of these days I need a Rescue Tool as well :D
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 06, 2020, 04:22:48 AM
Opened a bag of mulch
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Had to switch to the Spirit twice today. First I needed a wood saw, then the dedicated screw driver. The can opener could not reach a recessed screw.
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 06, 2020, 01:57:59 PM
Opened a new packet of coffee filters
Post by: Tet on June 06, 2020, 04:58:43 PM
Nice one SVL! I got out of mulching duty yesterday by weed whacking/grass cutting. Must admit I enjoyed watching my wife do it as I drove around on my lawnmower.
Day 6
Did some prying to get the old lock out, used the awl to ream out some extra space to accommodate the new dead bolt and just for fun screwed in a few Phillips screws with the can opener. Headed to my mother-in-laws by the lake so I’m planning to do so cap lifting later!
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 06, 2020, 05:36:42 PM
Post by: ReamerPunch on June 06, 2020, 05:54:30 PM
Day 4
Today so far I did some proctology on this toy cupcake and extracted a bead from its behind. And for anyone sensing a theme here - yes I have been at home with my two young daughters since early March! It’s a beautiful day here today so I’m planning to open up a nice cold one soon.
:rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Post by: ReamerPunch on June 06, 2020, 05:56:58 PM
Day 4Show content(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3906197811-4.jpg)
PX came along walking the dogs
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Did some whittling today. My first project ever :ahhh Did not use the PX for it, but I think I will get a Hiker to supplement my dedicated whittling knives. Could have used a saw while doing that sitting on the porch.
The whittling knives were a gift, so I have to figure them out first. There are like 15 different ones :think:
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The finished project. It is a spreader for peanut butter, jelly, and the like. I think it turned out ok.
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First use of the day for the PX: Installing new ceiling fixtures. The Spirit had to help out because I needed pliers as well.
Awesome pics and nice job!
Post by: SurgeUk on June 06, 2020, 06:28:18 PM
Mmmm...coffeeExcellent uses Tet (especially the cap lifting option :drink: ) :like:
Nice one SVL! I got out of mulching duty yesterday by weed whacking/grass cutting. Must admit I enjoyed watching my wife do it as I drove around on my lawnmower.
Day 6
Did some prying to get the old lock out, used the awl to ream out some extra space to accommodate the new dead bolt and just for fun screwed in a few Phillips screws with the can opener. Headed to my mother-in-laws by the lake so I’m planning to do so cap lifting later!
Post by: SurgeUk on June 06, 2020, 06:31:23 PM
Bit of a slow day here (weather rubbish ::) )
However, the PX helped to make another hole in the work trouser belt (going in the right direction for once :whistle: )
Have a good evening, or morning/afternoon (delete as appropriate :D ) and stay safe all :salute:
Post by: BClogic on June 06, 2020, 06:50:57 PM
Bit of a slow day here (weather rubbish ::) )Congratulations on the belt mod Surge!
However, the PX helped to make another hole in the work trouser belt (going in the right direction for once :whistle: )
Have a good evening, or morning/afternoon (delete as appropriate :D ) and stay safe all :salute:
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Post by: SurgeUk on June 06, 2020, 07:23:11 PM
Congratulations on the belt mod Surge!Thanks BClogic :tu: :cheers:
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Post by: Tet on June 06, 2020, 07:38:03 PM
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 06, 2020, 08:54:43 PM
Great job Surge! Especially going in the right direction! I’m the guy who didn’t know what to use an awl for until I found this forum! The one time I’d ever used it before was on a belt, but that time it was going the wrong way! I must say I’m finding the pioneer awl much more functional than the backscale kind.
Ever since I discovered the Alox awl -- its been indispensable. That's a major reason why I can't seem to settle on the Compact, which would otherwise suit me just fine.
Post by: SurgeUk on June 06, 2020, 09:31:53 PM
:cheers:Cheers to you too EB :cheers: :salute:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 06, 2020, 09:33:25 PM
Great job Surge! Especially going in the right direction! I’m the guy who didn’t know what to use an awl for until I found this forum! The one time I’d ever used it before was on a belt, but that time it was going the wrong way! I must say I’m finding the pioneer awl much more functional than the backscale kind.Thanking you both Tet & EB :hatsoff: :cheers:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 06, 2020, 10:19:44 PM
Cheers to you too EB :cheers: :salute:
:cheers:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 06, 2020, 11:11:24 PM
Great job Surge! Especially going in the right direction! I’m the guy who didn’t know what to use an awl for until I found this forum! The one time I’d ever used it before was on a belt, but that time it was going the wrong way! I must say I’m finding the pioneer awl much more functional than the backscale kind.
Same here. I had no idea how useful that awl is! Now it is one of my most used tools! :tu:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 07, 2020, 04:17:12 AM
Awesome pics and nice job!
Thank you, RP! :cheers:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 07, 2020, 04:17:57 AM
Boring day with no use :dunno:
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Post by: ReamerPunch on June 07, 2020, 03:36:15 PM
Post by: BClogic on June 07, 2020, 05:04:59 PM
Day 6That red is a stunner! Do think there is a noticeable difference between the LE red and classic red scaled SAKs?
Boring day with no use :dunno:
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Post by: SirVicaLot on June 07, 2020, 06:11:39 PM
That red is a stunner! Do think there is a noticeable difference between the LE red and classic red scaled SAKs?
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There is a difference between this red and the 2018 LE red. I know i have a picture somewhere, will see if i can find it :tu:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 07, 2020, 06:41:26 PM
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Post by: BClogic on June 07, 2020, 07:26:21 PM
Here you go. LE 2018 on the left, regular red on the right:Very noticeable side by side!
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Post by: SurgeUk on June 07, 2020, 09:25:08 PM
Again, a bit of a slow day :dunno: However, the PX opened a very fine bottle of european beer :drink:
It was gifted to me at Xmas from a good friend in Italy and I didn't have an occasion worthy of it, until today.
Cheers all... :cheers:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 07, 2020, 10:20:25 PM
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 07, 2020, 10:21:59 PM
Scissors took the tags off a T-Shirt
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PX also came along hiking
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Post by: ElevenBlade on June 07, 2020, 11:04:44 PM
Made bourbon pork chops. Finished eating before I remembered to take a picture.
Here are the spoils.
:facepalm:
Post by: Tet on June 08, 2020, 12:48:55 AM
DAY 7
Again, a bit of a slow day :dunno: However, the PX opened a very fine bottle of european beer :drink:
It was gifted to me at Xmas from a good friend in Italy and I didn't have an occasion worthy of it, until today.
Cheers all... :cheers:
:cheers: What was the occasion worth celebrating today Surge? Something even more exciting than taking your pants in a notch?
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 08, 2020, 12:56:42 AM
Day 7
Made bourbon pork chops. Finished eating before I remembered to take a picture.
Here are the spoils.
:facepalm:
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Post by: Tet on June 08, 2020, 01:03:32 AM
Looks like a nice day there for a hike SVL. It’s beautiful here today, I was out for a bike ride today.
Day 7
Not much action for the SAK today, just opened up a package of cheese. I’d just finished taking a beauty shot on the rocks when this bumblebee flew in and decided he wanted to be in the photo.
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 08, 2020, 01:44:32 AM
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Oh - they were good. Trust me.
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 08, 2020, 02:43:18 AM
Post by: SurgeUk on June 08, 2020, 11:04:04 AM
Day 7Excellent use of the scissors SVL in removing the label (or razor wire) I do the same to all T-Shirts, Shirts, Jumpers (Sweaters across the pond) I hate them :rant:
Scissors took the tags off a T-Shirt
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PX also came along hiking
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Post by: SurgeUk on June 08, 2020, 11:06:44 AM
Day 7Sounds delicious EB and judging by the evidence they were... :drool: :rofl:
Made bourbon pork chops. Finished eating before I remembered to take a picture.
Here are the spoils.
:facepalm:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 08, 2020, 11:09:23 AM
Must’ve been good - not many scraps left!Nice shots :like: I see it made a "Bee - Line" straight for the SAK.
Looks like a nice day there for a hike SVL. It’s beautiful here today, I was out for a bike ride today.
Day 7
Not much action for the SAK today, just opened up a package of cheese. I’d just finished taking a beauty shot on the rocks when this bumblebee flew in and decided he wanted to be in the photo.
See what I did there... :pok: Oh never mind, I'll get my coat :whistle:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 08, 2020, 11:18:00 AM
:cheers: What was the occasion worth celebrating today Surge? Something even more exciting than taking your pants in a notch?Some friends visited for a "socially distanced" gathering. Many beers sacrificed their lives during the course of the afternoon :salute: :drink:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 08, 2020, 03:27:58 PM
Excellent use of the scissors SVL in removing the label (or razor wire) I do the same to all T-Shirts, Shirts, Jumpers (Sweaters across the pond) I hate them :rant:
It is weird. Sometimes they don’t bother me at all, so I wear the item for years. Then comes a day when it drives me crazy and I have to remove it. :think:
Post by: Tet on June 08, 2020, 03:32:39 PM
It is weird. Sometimes they don’t bother me at all, so I wear the item for years. Then comes a day when it drives me crazy and I have to remove it. :think:
Haha! I thought that was just me. I did that recently and thought about how strange that was.
Post by: Tet on June 08, 2020, 03:36:54 PM
I'm not much of a morning person I'm afraid. Any time I do wake up strangely early I love it. As such I don't usually have much tool usage in the morning, but when something is keeping me from my coffee it gets immediately cut open!
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 08, 2020, 08:16:40 PM
Haha! I thought that was just me. I did that recently and thought about how strange that was.
No, it is not just you :rofl:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 08, 2020, 08:17:33 PM
Day 8
I'm not much of a morning person I'm afraid. Any time I do wake up strangely early I love it. As such I don't usually have much tool usage in the morning, but when something is keeping me from my coffee it gets immediately cut open!
Looks like you live in a very nice area! Everything is so lush green! :like:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 08, 2020, 08:19:55 PM
Cutting up a banana with the blade.
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Bonus pic:
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Post by: ElevenBlade on June 08, 2020, 11:10:32 PM
No usage yet, staged picture.
I have a bunch of these and felt like something a little different today.
They definitely taste better on a backpacking trip
Post by: SurgeUk on June 08, 2020, 11:17:49 PM
Today the PX was assisting with the replacement of a plug but I was called away on urgent business (food) just before I started and left my phone downstairs for the "after shot" :facepalm:
Moreover, as Mrs Surge required the plug on her hairdryer replacing "pronto" I decided that discretion was the better part of valour and I bravely ran away :ahhh
Post by: BClogic on June 09, 2020, 01:46:05 AM
Day 8I remember my brother and I were up in the BWCA. Our first trip, our first portage which was 3.1 miles up and down single person path with hidden rocks. We packed heavy too, being so young and virile. BIG MISTAKE! But our dinner that night was vege-chili hiker pack style, the stuff from REI, I remember to this day feeling when the energy hit me. It was like a cold shower after a hot day. It was a great night. Thanks for the memory EB.
No usage yet, staged picture.
I have a bunch of these and felt like something a little different today.
They definitely taste better on a backpacking trip
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Post by: Tet on June 09, 2020, 01:25:38 PM
Some friends visited for a "socially distanced" gathering. Many beers sacrificed their lives during the course of the afternoon :salute: :drink:
Sounds like a great time! Definitely a worthy event in the middle of all of this!
:drink:
Post by: Tet on June 09, 2020, 01:30:06 PM
Looks like you live in a very nice area! Everything is so lush green! :like:
Yes thanks SVL - it was a long, dreary, drab winter in these parts, but when the trees pop out, it's pretty nice around here. I have a friend from Australia, he worked here for a year and was amazed when all of the trees came to life, he doesn't get that where he is (it just stays nice all year there, lol). It's the best time of year in my opinion. Doesn't last long - by the end of July the lawn will be baked and brown, so we really appreciate it while it's here!
Post by: Tet on June 09, 2020, 01:33:47 PM
DAY 8
Today the PX was assisting with the replacement of a plug but I was called away on urgent business (food) just before I started and left my phone downstairs for the "after shot" :facepalm:
Moreover, as Mrs Surge required the plug on her hairdryer replacing "pronto" I decided that discretion was the better part of valour and I bravely ran away :ahhh
Great job there! Nice to be able to use your SAK to help the Mrs. out. We were in the car yesterday and mine needed a knife for something. Is it wrong how I felt when she said "wow, that's a sharp knife!"?
Post by: BClogic on June 09, 2020, 03:12:23 PM
Great job there! Nice to be able to use your SAK to help the Mrs. out. We were in the car yesterday and mine needed a knife for something. Is it wrong how I felt when she said "wow, that's a sharp knife!"?No. Not at all.
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Post by: SurgeUk on June 09, 2020, 06:16:54 PM
No. Not at all.Thanks Tet and :iagree: Furthermore, If that's what it means to be wrong, I don't want to be right :2tu:
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Post by: SurgeUk on June 09, 2020, 06:25:26 PM
It was a bit of another slow one today as I had to go to work and I can't take the PX there but can take the Surge (work issued ::) )
However, I was sent out to cut some herbs in the garden once home. I think it's Greek basil but I'm not sure. I just went where pointed :dunno:
Post by: BClogic on June 09, 2020, 07:02:59 PM
DAY 9That’s cool that you get work supplies Surge, Surge!
It was a bit of another slow one today as I had to go to work and I can't take the PX there but can take the Surge (work issued ::) )
However, I was sent out to cut some herbs in the garden once home. I think it's Greek basil but I'm not sure. I just went where pointed :dunno:
Nice snap too!
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Post by: SurgeUk on June 09, 2020, 07:34:49 PM
That’s cool that you get work supplies Surge, Surge!Cheers BCL :cheers: It was a trial and then they opted for Gerbers as they're cheaper.
Nice snap too!
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Now they've opted for an even cheaper Gerber (and the newbies are lucky if they get one of those) Most just get a lock-knife ::)
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 09, 2020, 10:13:04 PM
Cheers BCL :cheers: It was a trial and then they opted for Gerbers as they're cheaper.
Now they've opted for an even cheaper Gerber (and the newbies are lucky if they get one of those) Most just get a lock-knife ::)
:facepalm: :oops:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 09, 2020, 10:54:35 PM
:facepalm: :oops:That's the UK Gov't for you :poh:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 10, 2020, 12:29:00 AM
Today ... I tore open a plastic bag like a normal person. but there was a rat-tail of a piece of plastic that kept getting in the way as I was trying to empty the bag out... So of course I just clipped that cord of plastic off, like any normal SAK fan.
Do you know the only problem with what I consider the perfect food? You don't really need a knife to eat it.
What do you use your knife on that's not really necessary... just for the fun factor?
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 10, 2020, 12:34:03 AM
That's the UK Gov't for you :poh:
I can't imagine anyone is much luckier.
Post by: BClogic on June 10, 2020, 12:58:06 AM
Cheers BCL :cheers: It was a trial and then they opted for Gerbers as they're cheaper.Sounds like you got it while the getting was good! :cheers:
Now they've opted for an even cheaper Gerber (and the newbies are lucky if they get one of those) Most just get a lock-knife ::)
I'm assuming you still get have your work supplied Surge?
Post by: BClogic on June 10, 2020, 01:01:38 AM
Day 9Food for sure, recently opening cans. Most times any excuse I can! :cheers: :salute:
Today ... I tore open a plastic bag like a normal person. but there was a rat-tail of a piece of plastic that kept getting in the way as I was trying to empty the bag out... So of course I just clipped that cord of plastic off, like any normal SAK fan.
Do you know the only problem with what I consider the perfect food? You don't really need a knife to eat it.
What do you use your knife on that's not really necessary... just for the fun factor?
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 10, 2020, 01:27:26 AM
Food for sure, recently opening cans. Most times any excuse I can! :cheers: :salute:
Yep - I intentionally pick canned goods without the tab on the top... even if they cost a little more than their pull-tab equipped counterparts... lately it's been hash and black olives. :facepalm:
Post by: Tet on June 10, 2020, 01:59:49 AM
Thanks Tet and :iagree: Furthermore, If that's what it means to be wrong, I don't want to be right :2tu:well put!
What do you use your knife on that's not really necessary... just for the fun factor?
I used the can opener last week just for fun - first time I've done it in years. I also go out of my way to use the cap lifter to open bottles that need one.
Post by: Tet on June 10, 2020, 02:04:12 AM
I used the cap lifter to pry out a nail that was so far in I couldn't get it with the hammer. I'm building a little tree fort/platform for my girls near our house. I didn't get a photo but I did get one of my reward for all of that hard work....
Post by: BClogic on June 10, 2020, 02:17:57 AM
Yep - I intentionally pick canned goods without the tab on the top... even if they cost a little more than their pull-tab equipped counterparts... lately it's been hash and black olives. :facepalm:I used my Soldier on a can of hash last Sunday morning, yummy :cheers:
I also go out of my way to use the cap lifter to open bottles that need one.It's my go to for that too!
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 10, 2020, 02:26:20 AM
well put!
I used the can opener last week just for fun - first time I've done it in years. I also go out of my way to use the cap lifter to open bottles that need one.
Heres a little challenge completion secret - that can of tuna can do double duty. It can become dinner when you don't feel like making anything.... and it can help you come up with a daily use and picture if you don't want to be as boring as I am.
That said, I haven't twisted off a twist-off bottle cap.... ever?
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 10, 2020, 02:27:22 AM
Day 9
I used the cap lifter to pry out a nail that was so far in I couldn't get it with the hammer. I'm building a little tree fort/platform for my girls near our house. I didn't get a photo but I did get one of my reward for all of that hard work....
Nothing like a good IPA. :cheers:
Post by: BClogic on June 10, 2020, 02:27:54 AM
Heres a little challenge completion secret - that can of tuna can do double duty. It can become dinner when you don't feel like making anything.... and it can help you come up with a daily use and picture if you don't want to be as boring as I am.What a Host! giving away secrets for your own challenge!!!!
That said, I haven't twisted off a twist-off bottle cap.... ever?
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 10, 2020, 02:31:42 AM
Day 9
I used the cap lifter to pry out a nail that was so far in I couldn't get it with the hammer. I'm building a little tree fort/platform for my girls near our house. I didn't get a photo but I did get one of my reward for all of that hard work....
I am sure they will love it! :like:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 10, 2020, 02:34:00 AM
Cleaned the cars today (as you can see it was needed :facepalm:) and i used the bottle opener to loosen tried mud so i could vacuum it. After that I gave it a good clean. Guess I should have taken a picture afterwards to show the difference :think:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3909121699-4.jpg)
Post by: BClogic on June 10, 2020, 02:36:08 AM
Day 9I still haven't had time to clean the bakkie since the mud runs :facepalm:
Cleaned the cars today (as you can see it was needed :facepalm:) and i used the bottle opener to loosen tried mud so i could vacuum it. After that I gave it a good clean. Guess I should have taken a picture afterwards to show the difference :think:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3909121699-4.jpg)
Post by: Tet on June 10, 2020, 03:12:03 AM
I am sure they will love it! :like:
They're very excited! I'm not super handy but I've been learning over time and I know how to use youtube! My 7 yr old is a little more adventurous, so I'm making a higher level for her and a lower level for the 5 yr. old. I got the lower level framed in today, just have to put the ladder on and the deck boards. Then some more hours figuring out how to do the rest! I'll try to get a pic with my SAK to show off a bit
Post by: Tet on June 10, 2020, 03:19:00 AM
Day 9
Cleaned the cars today (as you can see it was needed :facepalm:) and i used the bottle opener to loosen tried mud so i could vacuum it. After that I gave it a good clean. Guess I should have taken a picture afterwards to show the difference :think:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3909121699-4.jpg)
Nice job SVL! I love the larger bottle opener on the pioneers. I was pleasantly surprised to find out how much difference those extra 2 mm makes! (sounds like there's a joke in there but I'm not clever enough to make it right now :D)
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 10, 2020, 03:35:35 AM
Nice job SVL! I love the larger bottle opener on the pioneers. I was pleasantly surprised to find out how much difference those extra 2 mm makes! (sounds like there's a joke in there but I'm not clever enough to make it right now :D)
:iagree: I really like the stronger tools on Alox. Going back to a 91mm always feels like handling a toy :facepalm:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 10, 2020, 03:36:22 AM
They're very excited! I'm not super handy but I've been learning over time and I know how to use youtube! My 7 yr old is a little more adventurous, so I'm making a higher level for her and a lower level for the 5 yr. old. I got the lower level framed in today, just have to put the ladder on and the deck boards. Then some more hours figuring out how to do the rest! I'll try to get a pic with my SAK to show off a bit
That sounds really nice! My dad built me one back when I was a kid, and I used the heck out of it :D
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 10, 2020, 03:43:28 AM
:iagree: I really like the stronger tools on Alox. Going back to a 91mm always feels like handling a toy :facepalm:
It's even worse when you go to an 84mm.... I like the size of the blades, especially the smaller one. The openers seem a little unsettling - though I'm sure they work just fine. (TBH I have never used them for anything other than drivers)
Now one month next year we'll all do a 111mm challenge. Then you'll really see what a Vic screwdriver can do. :mn:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 10, 2020, 04:20:18 AM
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 10, 2020, 05:04:03 AM
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3907483406-4.jpg)
Post by: BClogic on June 10, 2020, 05:17:23 AM
Bonus PicVery nice :cheers:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3907483406-4.jpg)
Post by: ReamerPunch on June 10, 2020, 03:13:28 PM
Bonus pic:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3907483274-4.jpg)
That red is very photogenic. :dd:
Post by: ReamerPunch on June 10, 2020, 03:15:57 PM
Yep - I intentionally pick canned goods without the tab on the top... even if they cost a little more than their pull-tab equipped counterparts... lately it's been hash and black olives. :facepalm:
Where's the fun in pulling the pull tab? :cheers:
Post by: 39hotrod on June 10, 2020, 03:36:07 PM
Bonus Pic
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3907483406-4.jpg)
NICE!!! NICE!!! :like: :cheers:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 10, 2020, 03:42:27 PM
Bonus Pic
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3907483406-4.jpg)
:cheers: Nice one.
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 10, 2020, 03:50:15 PM
Post by: BClogic on June 10, 2020, 03:54:08 PM
Where's the fun in pulling the pull tab? :cheers:Maybe if there was some kind of golden ticket under the lid? I don't really want to tour a bean factory though
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 10, 2020, 04:44:33 PM
I got to thinking about our discussion on screwdrivers.
Back in the day - when I came over to the dark side of Multitools, the first thing to draw me in was having a screwdriver. I'd been carrying folders for many years - a Buck knock-off, two genuine Bucks, two wood-handled folders that I believe were made on the cheap by Boker, two cheap Jaguars that I shouldn't have gotten, a Cold Steel that served me well for years...
What got me hooked on MTs initially was having a screwdriver that would allow me to preserve the main blade. And honestly, even young and stupid me had to admit a screwdriver was better at driving screws than a knife was.
So I carried a LM Wave as an EDC for about 5 years... I had my pick of four different flat screwdrivers. But I eventually discovered the Paradox of Choice. My LM Wave has a SD that's too thick... one that's too narrow and cams out... one that's too sharp and won't stay put either... and one that's only good for eyeglasses. The thickest one would be good for prying if it didn't have a 90* tip that gets snagged.
Enter the Swiss Army Knife - Most have just two flatheads, but they're about as versatile as can be. You don't have to decide which SD to use, you make it work with the one on the bottle opener for the most part. And there's no trouble with light prying. Mainly, I think the shorter lever arm gives you much more feedback on the tool itself. I dare say none of us have ever snapped a SAK bottle opener in two. I've actually momentarily separated the layers on a SAK with over-levering, I immediately felt it and released the tension before anything bad happened. Meanwhile, LM plans for broken SDs in advance with their warrantee services.
This Pioneer X will probably be my EDC for the foreseeable future, though the Compact is a frontrunner in this regard. This screwdriver might be more important to me than Combo tool. I honestly like the Combo tool better than the opener layer - it makes a much better bottle opener and a good screwdriver to boot - both for flatheads and Phillips. It can open a can in a pinch, and nostalgia for the claw opener makes me root for it in a head-to-head competition.
But at this stage, my SAK is more than a backup. As I get used to the weight of the Pioneer X, I'm thinking the opener layer may be worth the trouble. At least for the next few months? :whistle:
Post by: smiller43147 on June 10, 2020, 06:02:24 PM
Post by: SurgeUk on June 10, 2020, 06:21:18 PM
well put!Cheers Tet :hatsoff: :cheers:
I used the can opener last week just for fun - first time I've done it in years. I also go out of my way to use the cap lifter to open bottles that need one.
I can't say I've used the can opener in anger, yet. Maybe I'll try and find some cans without a ring pull and give it a go :think: :tu:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 10, 2020, 06:26:36 PM
Day 9:like: I am impressed with your tree-fort building skills (and the all important après Fort action shot :drink: )
I used the cap lifter to pry out a nail that was so far in I couldn't get it with the hammer. I'm building a little tree fort/platform for my girls near our house. I didn't get a photo but I did get one of my reward for all of that hard work....
Post by: SurgeUk on June 10, 2020, 06:28:52 PM
It's even worse when you go to an 84mm.... I like the size of the blades, especially the smaller one. The openers seem a little unsettling - though I'm sure they work just fine. (TBH I have never used them for anything other than drivers):iagree: :tu:
Now one month next year we'll all do a 111mm challenge. Then you'll really see what a Vic screwdriver can do. :mn:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 10, 2020, 06:30:38 PM
:iagree: I really like the stronger tools on Alox. Going back to a 91mm always feels like handling a toy :facepalm::iagree: My sentiments entirely.
Post by: SurgeUk on June 10, 2020, 06:32:08 PM
Very nice :cheers::iagree: That is a lovely shot and an excellent colour choice :like:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 10, 2020, 06:39:24 PM
I couldn't take an action shot due to running out of suitable appendages (with opposable thumbs that is :whistle: )
So here's one of the PX hanging about afterwards instead :shrug:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 10, 2020, 07:19:27 PM
I can't imagine anyone is much luckier.You imagine correctly Sir :salute: :facepalm:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 10, 2020, 07:23:10 PM
Sounds like you got it while the getting was good! :cheers:I still get to keep the work supplied one but it won't be replaced, unless I use the one I was given by the Missus (but that's not likely to happen)
I'm assuming you still get have your work supplied Surge?
Mind you, my own one is pretty well used so, it's an option :dunno:
Post by: BClogic on June 10, 2020, 07:52:37 PM
I still get to keep the work supplied one but it won't be replaced, unless I use the one I was given by the Missus (but that's not likely to happen)Or.....warranty both. But how
Mind you, my own one is pretty well used so, it's an option :dunno:
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Post by: Tet on June 11, 2020, 12:58:45 AM
EB I know what you mean about the Wave. I have one (I think it's a Wave+, not sure of the difference). I use the pliers the most, and the blades are quite nice, there's a straight and a serrated, and the file is really good too. The saw is so-so, it's not nearly as good as my Camper blade, I expected a bit more. I use scissors a lot, and the scissors on the Wave are tiny and not that great.
Post by: Tet on June 11, 2020, 01:04:35 AM
No moments today of forgetting it was time to use screws instead of the nails I had been using, so I didn't have to pry anything out! I'm getting a bit redundant I'm afraid, so far today just used the sak to open a beer. I have had twice as many beers in the last 2 weeks as I had all year up to that point (probably an underestimation). I hate that that just sounded like my mother! Good thing this is a Pioneer X challenge and not a Camo one, my SAK may not have been visible! I thought I was going to be putting the floor on today, but last night I realized I really should think more about the railing. Tomorrow!
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 11, 2020, 01:41:26 AM
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 11, 2020, 01:47:39 AM
Had to switch to the Spirit this morning because I needed a metal saw. I tried to unscrew these carabiners first, but they were rusted and busted, so no way. I cut the first one with the metal saw of the Spirit, and it worked great. Did the second one with a dedicated metal saw for comparison. Of course the later was faster, but it has also 6 times the cutting length of the Spirit’s saw.
I was still impressed with the Spirit’s performance :tu:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3909753633-4.jpg)
Later I used the PX to open some ingredients for pizza. All fresh and home made :cheers:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3909753663-4.jpg)
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3909753686-4.jpg)
Post by: BClogic on June 11, 2020, 03:42:20 AM
Day 10oh that looks delicious, nice PX SVL! :cheers:
Had to switch to the Spirit this morning because I needed a metal saw. I tried to unscrew these carabiners first, but they were rusted and busted, so no way. I cut the first one with the metal saw of the Spirit, and it worked great. Did the second one with a dedicated metal saw for comparison. Of course the later was faster, but it has also 6 times the cutting length of the Spirit’s saw.
I was still impressed with the Spirit’s performance :tu:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3909753633-4.jpg)
Later I used the PX to open some ingredients for pizza. All fresh and home made :cheers:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3909753663-4.jpg)
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3909753686-4.jpg)
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 11, 2020, 05:13:43 AM
Bonus Pic:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3907483470-4.jpg)
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 11, 2020, 05:16:29 AM
Today I was asked (directed :pok: ) to use the PX to cut some garden twine used to secure a wayward Jasmine plant, planted by Mrs Surge.
I couldn't take an action shot due to running out of suitable appendages (with opposable thumbs that is :whistle: )
So here's one of the PX hanging about afterwards instead :shrug:
:like: all your flowers and greenery. It is a pain in the b... to grow anything here. Doesn’t help when you don’t have a green thumb ::)
Post by: SurgeUk on June 11, 2020, 02:14:38 PM
Day 10That's coming along well Tet :like: That's one hell of a garden :tu:
No moments today of forgetting it was time to use screws instead of the nails I had been using, so I didn't have to pry anything out! I'm getting a bit redundant I'm afraid, so far today just used the sak to open a beer. I have had twice as many beers in the last 2 weeks as I had all year up to that point (probably an underestimation). I hate that that just sounded like my mother! Good thing this is a Pioneer X challenge and not a Camo one, my SAK may not have been visible! I thought I was going to be putting the floor on today, but last night I realized I really should think more about the railing. Tomorrow!
Post by: SurgeUk on June 11, 2020, 02:24:14 PM
:like: all your flowers and greenery. It is a pain in the b... to grow anything here. Doesn’t help when you don’t have a green thumb ::)Cheers SVL :cheers: although I can't take credit for the garden (that's down to Mrs Surge) I'm just the skivvy ::)
All of the plants are in pots as we only have a yard. However, it's surrounded by high walls so is a bit of a suntrap and therefore also sheltered from high winds as well :tu:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 11, 2020, 02:26:25 PM
Day 10Tasty looking pizza SVL :drool: and love the bonus shot :tu:
Had to switch to the Spirit this morning because I needed a metal saw. I tried to unscrew these carabiners first, but they were rusted and busted, so no way. I cut the first one with the metal saw of the Spirit, and it worked great. Did the second one with a dedicated metal saw for comparison. Of course the later was faster, but it has also 6 times the cutting length of the Spirit’s saw.
I was still impressed with the Spirit’s performance :tu:
(https://forum.multitool.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.justbenphotography.com%2Fimg%2Fs%2Fv-10%2Fp3909753633-4.jpg&hash=a21e4446bb27818b90b569bfb8ccacb76af14ef4)
Later I used the PX to open some ingredients for pizza. All fresh and home made :cheers:
(https://forum.multitool.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.justbenphotography.com%2Fimg%2Fs%2Fv-10%2Fp3909753663-4.jpg&hash=136c4c4e5b189a000b485c007a80cad3d581e32b)
(https://forum.multitool.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.justbenphotography.com%2Fimg%2Fs%2Fv-10%2Fp3909753686-4.jpg&hash=6d424fd428a642b7abb4012d0c0701f6751abd57)
Post by: ReamerPunch on June 11, 2020, 02:32:43 PM
Day 10
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3909753686-4.jpg)
That looks so incredible! :like: :drool:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 11, 2020, 02:59:07 PM
Day 10
Had to switch to the Spirit this morning because I needed a metal saw. I tried to unscrew these carabiners first, but they were rusted and busted, so no way. I cut the first one with the metal saw of the Spirit, and it worked great. Did the second one with a dedicated metal saw for comparison. Of course the later was faster, but it has also 6 times the cutting length of the Spirit’s saw.
I was still impressed with the Spirit’s performance :tu:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3909753633-4.jpg)
Later I used the PX to open some ingredients for pizza. All fresh and home made :cheers:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3909753663-4.jpg)
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3909753686-4.jpg)
That pizza looks like its gonna be great :drool:
I read somewhere... on a What did you do with your SAK today thread - and I don't think it was here (because none of you fine people would do such a thing)..
Someone got to a public parking lot too late, after closing, to get their car. The lot was chained shut, so they proceeded to cut the chain to retrieve their car :facepalm:
So now the lot owner has to buy a new chain, and if there were any other cars in the lot that night they were unprotected. :-[
Nice uses Sir Vic!
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 11, 2020, 03:06:59 PM
Post by: Tet on June 12, 2020, 12:44:17 AM
That's coming along well Tet :like: That's one hell of a garden :tu:
Thanks mate! We're out in the country, about a 20 min. drive to a town with 50-60K. It's a pretty big country, even if we all live as far south as we can!
Day 11
Had some good use today. I've tried all kinds of things, but the bottle opener is the best so far at pulling out the staples they attach the bar codes to at the end of the deck boards. And I lost a blade on my jigsaw, I used the screwdriver to attach to new one.
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 12, 2020, 01:55:06 AM
What I did today, and opted not to show you, was use my SAK scissors to open three big packs of bacon that I purchased in bulk. Then I divided them up into reasonably sized rations and froze them for use over the next several months.
Here's a picture of my morning pick-me-up instead
Post by: Tet on June 12, 2020, 02:13:27 AM
Post by: BClogic on June 12, 2020, 03:16:45 AM
Day 11Definition of oxymoron: reasonably sized rations of bacon.
What I did today, and opted not to show you, was use my SAK scissors to open three big packs of bacon that I purchased in bulk. Then I divided them up into reasonably sized rations and froze them for use over the next several months.
Here's a picture of my morning pick-me-up instead
See also; absurdity
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Post by: SirVicaLot on June 12, 2020, 03:46:41 AM
mmmmm.........bacon
(https://canwehaveapooldad.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/04-08a-homerbaconbeach.gif?w=525)
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 12, 2020, 04:38:34 AM
Package duty
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3910319202-4.jpg)
Cleaning the vacuum: bottle opener to turn the screws, can opener to pry the lid off and the awl for everything poking, scraping and cutting hair
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3910318873-4.jpg)
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 12, 2020, 05:03:54 AM
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3907483625-4.jpg)
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 12, 2020, 05:06:50 AM
Definition of oxymoron: reasonably sized rations of bacon.
See also; absurdity
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Yeah ... I thought about that statement, It certainly was a fools errand... repacking all that was a waste of time. I'll have this finished off in a week.
Post by: SurgeUk on June 12, 2020, 10:01:32 AM
I was a bit busy yesterday (had to work at short notice) & didn't get to post my shots of the PX in action ::)
I must say that compared to some of the uses you guys have been posting mine are a little tame :-[
However, here's the PX liberating the "official" Vic' red paracord lanyard from it's packet for the Rescue Tool :D
Post by: BClogic on June 12, 2020, 01:35:44 PM
Yeah ... I thought about that statement, It certainly was a fools errand... repacking all that was a waste of time. I'll have this finished off in a week.On the bright side you still have plenty of bacon frozen and ready to go
I am definitely not a !!!!!!BACON HAS TO BE ON EVERYTHING TO MAKE IT GOOD!!!!!! person.
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Post by: SurgeUk on June 12, 2020, 01:37:35 PM
Here's todays action shot of the PX helping to top up the boiler, which had a low pressure reading :ahhh
Post by: SurgeUk on June 12, 2020, 01:40:23 PM
On the bright side you still have plenty of bacon frozen and ready to go(https://emoji.tapatalk-cdn.com/emoji848.png):iagree: There is no food, that can't be improved upon, by the addition of bacon or cheese and preferably......BOTH :drool:
I am definitely not a !!!!!!BACON HAS TO BE ON EVERYTHING TO MAKE IT GOOD!!!!!! person.
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Post by: ElevenBlade on June 13, 2020, 01:05:51 AM
Mail duty today
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 13, 2020, 01:08:48 AM
DAY 11
I was a bit busy yesterday (had to work at short notice) & didn't get to post my shots of the PX in action ::)
I must say that compared to some of the uses you guys have been posting mine are a little tame :-[
However, here's the PX liberating the "official" Vic' red paracord lanyard from it's packet for the Rescue Tool :D
I would say that compared to our uses, your's are a bit more .... helpful :hatsoff: :hatsoff: :hatsoff:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 13, 2020, 02:03:17 AM
Working on the computer most of the day, so no use :(
It came along this morning walking the dogs of course.
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3910070004-4.jpg)
Post by: Tet on June 13, 2020, 04:14:18 AM
Day 12
I used the blade today to trim a board on the treehouse I couldn't get at with the circular saw or even the jigsaw.
I also stopped by my mother's today to do a few jobs for her, including putting in a new smoke alarm. Whoever installed the last one was thoughtful enough to use one Phillips and one slot screw so I was able to use both tools!
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 13, 2020, 04:18:49 AM
Great uses guys!
Day 12
I used the blade today to trim a board on the treehouse I couldn't get at with the circular saw or even the jigsaw.
I also stopped by my mother's today to do a few jobs for her, including putting in a new smoke alarm. Whoever installed the last one was thoughtful enough to use one Phillips and one slot screw so I was able to use both tools!
:rofl: Glad that you get maximal use out of the Pioneer X today. :cheers:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 13, 2020, 04:51:49 AM
Post by: ReamerPunch on June 13, 2020, 12:54:49 PM
Bonus Pic:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3907483625-4.jpg)
I love these bonus pics! :like:
Post by: ReamerPunch on June 13, 2020, 12:55:26 PM
Day 12
Working on the computer most of the day, so no use :(
It came along this morning walking the dogs of course.
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3910070004-4.jpg)
It looks like a very capable strawberry. :drool:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 13, 2020, 01:57:42 PM
Post by: Tet on June 13, 2020, 07:08:12 PM
Quick lunch break but the SAK has done some good work already. It was punching above its weight class - when that blue farmer X comes on the market I would’ve used the saw for what I did, but even so the blade did a good job. I’m attaching the railing boards to the trees in my treehouse, and a number of places the bark wasn’t flat enough so I did some trimming.
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 13, 2020, 07:11:49 PM
Day 13
Quick lunch break but the SAK has done some good work already. It was punching above its weight class - when that blue farmer X comes on the market I would’ve used the saw for what I did, but even so the blade did a good job. I’m attaching the railing boards to the trees in my treehouse, and a number of places the bark wasn’t flat enough so I did some trimming.
That's the Challenge spirit :tu: :tu:
Post by: BClogic on June 13, 2020, 08:21:49 PM
Day 13I like how quickly this became "your" treehouse :rofl: :cheers:
Quick lunch break but the SAK has done some good work already. It was punching above its weight class - when that blue farmer X comes on the market I would’ve used the saw for what I did, but even so the blade did a good job. I’m attaching the railing boards to the trees in my treehouse, and a number of places the bark wasn’t flat enough so I did some trimming.
Post by: SurgeUk on June 13, 2020, 08:35:00 PM
I would say that compared to our uses, your's are a bit more .... helpful :hatsoff: :hatsoff:You should speak to Mrs Surge, who would wholeheartedly disagree with you ::) :rofl: (but cheers anyway :cheers: )
Post by: SurgeUk on June 13, 2020, 08:37:01 PM
Day 12Better to have it and not need it, than to need it and not have it :like: :tu:
Working on the computer most of the day, so no use :(
It came along this morning walking the dogs of course.
(https://forum.multitool.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.justbenphotography.com%2Fimg%2Fs%2Fv-10%2Fp3910070004-4.jpg&hash=616b186e8f373facc9fc506c9f68b601ee12b903)
Post by: SurgeUk on June 13, 2020, 08:39:03 PM
:rofl: Glad that you get maximal use out of the Pioneer X today. :cheers::iagree: :like: It just goes to show the adaptabilty of the PX and your foresight for carrying it :salute: :tu:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 13, 2020, 08:40:09 PM
Day 13Ever practical and always inspiring uses :salute: :tu: :like:
Quick lunch break but the SAK has done some good work already. It was punching above its weight class - when that blue farmer X comes on the market I would’ve used the saw for what I did, but even so the blade did a good job. I’m attaching the railing boards to the trees in my treehouse, and a number of places the bark wasn’t flat enough so I did some trimming.
Post by: SurgeUk on June 13, 2020, 08:58:07 PM
Although the PX came with me I deemed it unwise to take it out for photo opportunities, of which there were many along the Thames such as; HMS Belfast, Tower of London, The Shard and the Walkie Talkie building (Google it) to name but a few :tu:
It was a beautiful sunny day here in "ol' Landaan taan"(you need to read that with a proper "Dick Van Dyke" - "Mary Poppins" accent) but, with various protest groups out and about today (making ar*es of themselves ::) ) it didn't seem prudent to produce a blade :ahhh
So, here's a couple of shots of the "pre - op" and "post - op" uses (sounds painful doesn't it :think: ) whilst safe at home :D
Stay safe all :salute:
Post by: BClogic on June 13, 2020, 09:00:58 PM
Ok. So today I was doing another Search & Rescue (Covid) thing blah, blah etc.
Although the PX came with me I deemed it unwise to take it out for photo opportunities, of which there were many along the Thames such as; HMS Belfast, Tower of London, The Shard and the Walkie Talkie building (Google it) to name but a few :tu:
It was a beautiful sunny day here in "ol' Landaan taan"(you need to read that with a proper "Dick Van Dyke" - "Mary Poppins" accent) but, with various protest groups out and about today (making ar*es of themselves ::) ) it didn't seem prudent to produce a blade :ahhh
So, here's a couple of shots of the "pre - op" and "post - op" uses (sounds painful doesn't it :think: ) whilst safe at home :D
Stay safe all :salute:
That is an awesome mug Surge! And good thinking too. Great use as well :salute:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 13, 2020, 09:10:33 PM
Lockdown got to me and I got bored - I stopped by the local convenience store and some snacks that 10 year old me would buy, and then open with my SAK.
Of course, the Pioneer X accompanied me for the trip
So far, the scissors really are pulling their added weight. In comparison to the Solider that I was carrying last month, this month, the SAK does get out of the pocket more frequently.
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 13, 2020, 09:13:22 PM
Ok. So today I was doing another Search & Rescue (Covid) thing blah, blah etc.
Although the PX came with me I deemed it unwise to take it out for photo opportunities, of which there were many along the Thames such as; HMS Belfast, Tower of London, The Shard and the Walkie Talkie building (Google it) to name but a few :tu:
It was a beautiful sunny day here in "ol' Landaan taan"(you need to read that with a proper "Dick Van Dyke" - "Mary Poppins" accent) but, with various protest groups out and about today (making ar*es of themselves ::) ) it didn't seem prudent to produce a blade :ahhh
So, here's a couple of shots of the "pre - op" and "post - op" uses (sounds painful doesn't it :think: ) whilst safe at home :D
Stay safe all :salute:
:salute: :salute:
If I may ask a silly question... What does urban search and rescue do over yonder that the usual ambulance service doesn't do?
Post by: SurgeUk on June 13, 2020, 09:29:05 PM
:salute: :salute:Never a silly question, ever! We get asked this alot because most people think about Mountain Rescue, Cave Rescue et-al and don't often see a need with urban areas :dunno:
If I may ask a silly question... What does urban search and rescue do over yonder that the usual ambulance service doesn't do?
The fact is London is a vast sprawl of very open spaces (think country parks which are quite large, for the UK anyway ::) ) with smaller towns interspersed between them and people do go missing, frequently.
Essentially, we are part of a National Organisation called "Lowland Rescue"
I've attached a link to this so as not to waffle on (any more than usual anyway :whistle: ) and hopefully it will help you fall asleep at a time of your choosing :rofl:
https://www.londonsar.com/ (https://www.londonsar.com/) :tu:
Post by: BClogic on June 13, 2020, 09:37:33 PM
Never a silly question, ever! We get asked this alot because most people think about Mountain Rescue, Cave Rescue et-al and don't often see a need with urban areas :dunno:A DOG SEARCHING TEAM!!! that's awesome!
The fact is London is a vast sprawl of very open spaces (think country parks which are quite large, for the UK anyway ::) ) with smaller towns interspersed between them and people do go missing, frequently.
Essentially, we are part of a National Organisation called "Lowland Rescue"
I've attached a link to this so as not to waffle on (any more than usual anyway :whistle: ) and hopefully it will help you fall asleep at a time of your choosing :rofl:
https://www.londonsar.com/ (https://www.londonsar.com/) :tu:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 14, 2020, 12:28:26 AM
I like how quickly this became "your" treehouse :rofl: :cheers:
:iagree: :rofl:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 14, 2020, 12:29:13 AM
Ok. So today I was doing another Search & Rescue (Covid) thing blah, blah etc.
Although the PX came with me I deemed it unwise to take it out for photo opportunities, of which there were many along the Thames such as; HMS Belfast, Tower of London, The Shard and the Walkie Talkie building (Google it) to name but a few :tu:
It was a beautiful sunny day here in "ol' Landaan taan"(you need to read that with a proper "Dick Van Dyke" - "Mary Poppins" accent) but, with various protest groups out and about today (making ar*es of themselves ::) ) it didn't seem prudent to produce a blade :ahhh
So, here's a couple of shots of the "pre - op" and "post - op" uses (sounds painful doesn't it :think: ) whilst safe at home :D
Stay safe all :salute:
Good call :tu:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 14, 2020, 12:30:00 AM
Never a silly question, ever! We get asked this alot because most people think about Mountain Rescue, Cave Rescue et-al and don't often see a need with urban areas :dunno:
The fact is London is a vast sprawl of very open spaces (think country parks which are quite large, for the UK anyway ::) ) with smaller towns interspersed between them and people do go missing, frequently.
Essentially, we are part of a National Organisation called "Lowland Rescue"
I've attached a link to this so as not to waffle on (any more than usual anyway :whistle: ) and hopefully it will help you fall asleep at a time of your choosing :rofl:
https://www.londonsar.com/ (https://www.londonsar.com/) :tu:
Will read this later, thanks for the link :salute:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 14, 2020, 12:30:40 AM
Day 13
Lockdown got to me and I got bored - I stopped by the local convenience store and some snacks that 10 year old me would buy, and then open with my SAK.
Of course, the Pioneer X accompanied me for the trip
So far, the scissors really are pulling their added weight. In comparison to the Solider that I was carrying last month, this month, the SAK does get out of the pocket more frequently.
Good to see that you are liking the PX, and are using it frequently :like:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 14, 2020, 12:32:36 AM
Finally back to the mountains!! :woohoo:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3911308606-4.jpg)
The PX helped prepare some sandwiches at the summit :cheers:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3911308904-4.jpg)
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 14, 2020, 01:29:06 AM
Day 13
Finally back to the mountains!! :woohoo:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3911308606-4.jpg)
The PX helped prepare some sandwiches at the summit :cheers:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3911308904-4.jpg)
Nice :cheers:
What did you bring for the sandwiches?
I have a fond memory of a hike that I went on. A friend and I bought bread, cheese, and apples.... all by the side of the road at different places on a trip. The bread and cheese were homemade (I guess). At the top of the hike, we stopped and made cheese and apple sandwiches. :drool: Quite unplanned, and quite delicious.
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 14, 2020, 02:19:43 AM
We had PB, eggs, salami, turkey breast, pistachios, carrots and bananas. Not all on one sandwich of course :D
Post by: Tet on June 14, 2020, 04:46:06 AM
I like how quickly this became "your" treehouse :rofl: :cheers::cheers: The PX got some good use today, after lunch I did some more tree-trimming. I did have to use the jigsaw a couple of times, I ran into a couple of branch stumps (is there a name for those?) that were too thick to cut through. Don't worry tree lovers, I didn't cut down any functioning branches. They were all down low where they don't get any sunlight so they didn't have any needles on them. Afterwards I used it to open a cold one. I would've used it to open the pizza I made but it still had sap on it and I didn't think Mrs. Tet would approve. :angel:
Post by: Tet on June 14, 2020, 04:51:02 AM
Post by: BClogic on June 14, 2020, 04:52:13 AM
:cheers: The PX got some good use today, after lunch I did some more tree-trimming. I did have to use the jigsaw a couple of times, I ran into a couple of branch stumps (is there a name for those?) that were too thick to cut through. Don't worry tree lovers, I didn't cut down any functioning branches. They were all down low where they don't get any sunlight so they didn't have any needles on them. Afterwards I used it to open a cold one. I would've used it to open the pizza I made but it still had sap on it and I didn't think Mrs. Tet would approve. :angel:Nice uses Tet. One thing I dislike about, and sure I'm not the only one, with messing around in Pine trees, the sap. :cheers:
A bonus pic, of the finished lower level, the SAK is pretty small. For some reason I said I’d make an upper level, but I need to take a break for awhile!Looking good!
Post by: Tet on June 14, 2020, 04:55:54 AM
Post by: BClogic on June 14, 2020, 04:57:42 AM
Thanks mate! I'm happy with it, especially since I don't know what I'm doing! Although I'm wishing now I hadn't cheaped out and got the pressure treated 2x4's and 2x6's to match the brown.Eh, act like you know what you're doing until you do!
Post by: Tet on June 14, 2020, 04:58:02 AM
:salute: :salute:
If I may ask a silly question... What does urban search and rescue do over yonder that the usual ambulance service doesn't do?
I was going to ask the same, I'm glad you did!
That's sounds like some great work you're doing Surge. I liked the pre- and post-op photos!
Post by: Tet on June 14, 2020, 04:58:32 AM
Post by: BClogic on June 14, 2020, 05:00:14 AM
Haha, yeah BC, that's what I'm doing!If I don't know what I'm doing, I'll binge watch some Red Green Show and I learn a good way to start at least :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Post by: Tet on June 14, 2020, 05:00:28 AM
Day 13
Finally back to the mountains!! :woohoo:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3911308606-4.jpg)
The PX helped prepare some sandwiches at the summit :cheers:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3911308904-4.jpg)
Wow, these are some stunning photos! Always a treat to see them SVL. Where are you in the mountains there?
Post by: Tet on June 14, 2020, 05:01:14 AM
If I don't know what I'm doing, I'll binge watch some Red Green Show and I learn a good way to start at least :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
If the ladies don't find you handsome.... :rofl:
Post by: BClogic on June 14, 2020, 05:05:16 AM
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 14, 2020, 05:08:44 AM
Wow, these are some stunning photos! Always a treat to see them SVL. Where are you in the mountains there?
:hatsoff: The Rocky Mountains. We went hiking near Breckenridge, Colorado today.
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 14, 2020, 05:10:02 AM
A bonus pic, of the finished lower level, the SAK is pretty small. For some reason I said I’d make an upper level, but I need to take a break for awhile!
Great progress, looking good :tu:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 14, 2020, 05:12:59 AM
Eh, act like you know what you're doing until you do!
Fake it 'till you make it. :cheers:
Post by: BClogic on June 14, 2020, 05:19:14 AM
:hatsoff: The Rocky Mountains. We went hiking near Breckenridge, Colorado today.
My coworker used to live in Dillon. He moved back to CO recently, now in Vail. I need to get myself that way. Probably should sell the house and my belongings beforehand :rofl:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 14, 2020, 10:43:49 AM
That is an awesome mug Surge! And good thinking too. Great use as well :salute:Thank you BCl :hatsoff: :cheers:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 14, 2020, 10:47:52 AM
Will read this later, thanks for the link :salute:Your'e welcome :dunno: Enjoy :whistle:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 14, 2020, 10:49:09 AM
Good to see that you are liking the PX, and are using it frequently :like::iagree: :tu:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 14, 2020, 10:53:54 AM
I was going to ask the same, I'm glad you did!Thank you :hatsoff: (can't beat a pre-emptive link :whistle: )
That's sounds like some great work you're doing Surge. I liked the pre- and post-op photos!
Post by: ReamerPunch on June 14, 2020, 01:03:45 PM
Day 13
Finally back to the mountains!! :woohoo:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3911308606-4.jpg)
The PX helped prepare some sandwiches at the summit :cheers:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3911308904-4.jpg)
Talk about a memorable lunch! :o
And a great set of photos! :cheers:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 14, 2020, 02:36:57 PM
My coworker used to live in Dillon. He moved back to CO recently, now in Vail. I need to get myself that way. Probably should sell the house and my belongings beforehand :rofl:
Yes you should :D Vail is a nice area, lots of awesome hiking trails :tu:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 14, 2020, 02:37:26 PM
Talk about a memorable lunch! :o
And a great set of photos! :cheers:
Thank you, RP :hatsoff:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 14, 2020, 03:02:58 PM
Day 13
Finally back to the mountains!! :woohoo:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3911308606-4.jpg)
The PX helped prepare some sandwiches at the summit :cheers:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3911308904-4.jpg)
By the by, these are incredible photos. You should take SAK photos with more background more often. Just do me a solid... If you're ever taking them in your back yard, please be careful to avoid having your feet in the background. :dwts:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 14, 2020, 04:56:25 PM
Didn't need to leave the house today, so I didn't :dunno:
So, with that in mind, here's a couple of shots of the PX helping with brunch (before and after) :drool:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 14, 2020, 05:11:32 PM
By the by, these are incredible photos. You should take SAK photos with more background more often. Just do me a solid... If you're ever taking them in your back yard, please be careful to avoid having your feet in the background. :dwts:
With the lockdown over, I should be able to do that more often. Until fall when the second wave comes that is :facepalm:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 14, 2020, 05:23:34 PM
Good day all :salute:
Didn't need to leave the house today, so I didn't :dunno:
So, with that in mind, here's a couple of shots of the PX helping with brunch (before and after) :drool:
BACON!
Post by: BClogic on June 14, 2020, 05:25:45 PM
Good day all :salute:(https://media1.giphy.com/media/UgCrYMxLhgPSM/giphy.gif)
Didn't need to leave the house today, so I didn't :dunno:
So, with that in mind, here's a couple of shots of the PX helping with brunch (before and after) :drool:
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Post by: SurgeUk on June 14, 2020, 05:27:37 PM
(https://media1.giphy.com/media/UgCrYMxLhgPSM/giphy.gif)Love it BCl :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
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Post by: Tet on June 14, 2020, 08:31:21 PM
Good day all :salute:
Didn't need to leave the house today, so I didn't :dunno:
So, with that in mind, here's a couple of shots of the PX helping with brunch (before and after) :drool:
I saw this a bit earlier when I just checked in. I can't stop thinking about "The Jolly Hog". :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 14, 2020, 09:05:21 PM
I made another bourbon-glazed pork chop today and this time I remembered to take a picture.
I also prepared a tuna casserole for later. The can opener got some use.
Post by: SurgeUk on June 14, 2020, 10:24:52 PM
Day 14Now that looks tasty :drool: :tu:
I made another bourbon-glazed pork chop today and this time I remembered to take a picture.
I also prepared a tuna casserole for later. The can opener got some use.
Post by: SurgeUk on June 14, 2020, 10:27:47 PM
Food of the Gods Tet, food of the Gods :drool: :tu:
I saw this a bit earlier when I just checked in. I can't stop thinking about "The Jolly Hog". :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Post by: BClogic on June 15, 2020, 12:22:00 AM
Food of the Gods Tet, food of the Gods :drool: :tu:
I want to know how UK hog tastes in comparison. USA hog is well meh, I grew up on it. Wild Russian boar however. They’re expanding through the lands and taste delicious. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Post by: Tet on June 15, 2020, 01:05:00 AM
Food of the Gods Tet, food of the Gods :drool: :tu:
Well, it looks delicious! :drool: I just can’t imagine the hog being so jolly about you eating him!
Post by: Tet on June 15, 2020, 01:08:29 AM
Well, I thought I wasn’t going to have any use today, but as so often happens it was unforeseen. I made tacos 🌮 tonight, and needed to get into the new package of avocados 🥑 and open the seasoning.
Post by: Tet on June 15, 2020, 01:09:57 AM
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 15, 2020, 01:57:47 AM
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I hadn't thought of regional differences in flavor. :think: I just know that years ago it was one of my favorites, and I have had excellent hog outside the US. I had chalked it up to the skill level of the chef.... most recently the lack thereof in the chef I saw in the mirror this morning. :dwts:
Post by: BClogic on June 15, 2020, 02:04:50 AM
I hadn't thought of regional differences in flavor. :think: I just know that years ago it was one of my favorites, and I have had excellent hog outside the US. I had chalked it up to the skill level of the chef.... most recently the lack thereof in the chef I saw in the mirror this morning. :dwts:I reread my comment and became a little nervous, I thought it could come off offensive maybe(?). That's not what I'm going after. But I do love food and will try anything at least once. I think having pork raised in another country would be fun to eat. I don't get out of the midwest much :facepalm:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 15, 2020, 02:17:06 AM
And just when I thought I was finished, I needed to get into a strangely well sealed new bottle of hot sauce.
Good uses, Tet! And interesting hot sauce :D
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 15, 2020, 02:17:55 AM
Day 14
I made another bourbon-glazed pork chop today and this time I remembered to take a picture.
I also prepared a tuna casserole for later. The can opener got some use.
Thank you for giving us a picture of the before this time :D :tu:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 15, 2020, 02:18:36 AM
Not much to do. PX just helped prepare a snack
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3911366444-4.jpg)
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 15, 2020, 02:39:06 AM
I reread my comment and became a little nervous, I thought it could come off offensive maybe(?). That's not what I'm going after. But I do love food and will try anything at least once. I think having pork raised in another country would be fun to eat. I don't get out of the midwest much :facepalm:
Not offensive - everyone knows that you want a tomato from Greece or Italy. Why should meat be much different? In November you'll see at least three different varieties of turkey based on what they eat - they look obviously different, and I'm told they taste different.
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 15, 2020, 03:54:46 AM
Day 14
Not much to do. PX just helped prepare a snack
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3911366444-4.jpg)
that's a good snack.
peanut butter and cucumber on a rice cake is pretty good too
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 15, 2020, 03:56:41 AM
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 15, 2020, 04:02:31 AM
PB and Cucumber? Really? Sounds like a weird combination. Might have to give it a shot :D
Try it out - it's strangely satisfying.
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 15, 2020, 04:22:20 AM
Post by: ReamerPunch on June 15, 2020, 01:40:26 PM
Good day all :salute:
Didn't need to leave the house today, so I didn't :dunno:
So, with that in mind, here's a couple of shots of the PX helping with brunch (before and after) :drool:
Day 14
I made another bourbon-glazed pork chop today and this time I remembered to take a picture.
I also prepared a tuna casserole for later. The can opener got some use.
Day 14
Not much to do. PX just helped prepare a snack
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3911366444-4.jpg)
:drool:
You guys made me so hungry! Great pics and culinary delights! :like:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 15, 2020, 05:50:57 PM
:drool::hatsoff:
You guys made me so hungry! Great pics and culinary delights! :like:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 15, 2020, 05:57:04 PM
Not much going out today as the non essential shops (clothing, electrical etc) re-opened and I couldn't be bothered with all the fuss :ahhh
However, for the first time in years, I had to replace a fuse in a plug (one of the sealed type plugs) so the PX helped to prise open the cover and then release the fuse itself.
The can opener/phillips was the perfect match and well suited to the task :tu:
Post by: Tet on June 15, 2020, 09:22:01 PM
Post by: Tet on June 15, 2020, 09:23:38 PM
Some package opening duty. Alas, not a new SAK. (By the way, thanks for the tip of using the awl for this - I was always using the blade and being annoyed when it got all gummed up with adhesive!).
Post by: SurgeUk on June 15, 2020, 09:27:06 PM
Good use Surge!Thank you Tet :hatsoff:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 15, 2020, 09:28:01 PM
Day 15:like:
Some package opening duty. Alas, not a new SAK. (By the way, thanks for the tip of using the awl for this - I was always using the blade and being annoyed when it got all gummed up with adhesive!).
So, what did you get? We need to know :ahhh
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 15, 2020, 10:24:04 PM
Day 15
Some package opening duty. Alas, not a new SAK. (By the way, thanks for the tip of using the awl for this - I was always using the blade and being annoyed when it got all gummed up with adhesive!).
:cheers: That awl is quite useful
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 16, 2020, 01:26:43 AM
Just a picture today. No use yet, and none anticipated.
Halfway through the challenge :cheers:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 16, 2020, 04:47:14 AM
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3912724836-4.jpg)
Prybar duty on a paint can.
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3912724863-4.jpg)
Awl to slice one of those nasty clamshell packaging's. I hate these.
Post by: BClogic on June 16, 2020, 05:37:47 AM
Day 15Love that awl
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3912724836-4.jpg)
Prybar duty on a paint can.
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3912724863-4.jpg)
Awl to slice one of those nasty clamshell packaging's. I hate these.
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Post by: Tet on June 16, 2020, 06:13:53 AM
:like:
So, what did you get? We need to know :ahhh
Nothing very exciting, just some coffee that I've found is cheaper and easier to order from amazon.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on June 16, 2020, 08:36:04 AM
Post by: Tet on June 16, 2020, 06:29:39 PM
Post by: Tet on June 16, 2020, 06:33:10 PM
Some far more exciting package duty today! An 111 mm GAK and my youngest daughter's BYSAK (and a little bonus pin (the Swiss flag) that I didn't know was coming). I just need a '12 and I'll have the whole family now.
The only other 111mm I have is an outrider, so I was shocked to see the size of the bottle opener! The outrider's is smaller than Alox. That serrated blade is a monster as well!
Post by: Jothra on June 17, 2020, 01:06:30 AM
The outrider's is smaller than Alox.On my Outrider, too. The new liner lock Outriders have the beef monster bottle opener like the GAK, though.
Post by: Tet on June 17, 2020, 01:25:14 AM
Post by: Jothra on June 17, 2020, 01:28:43 AM
I see ! Yes my Outrider is the old slide lock kind. Are all 111 mm with the slide lock like that?Yes, unless there are exceptions I don't know about.
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 17, 2020, 01:34:04 AM
On my Outrider, too. The new liner lock Outriders have the beef monster bottle opener like the GAK, though.
I didn't know that the older ones had a smaller bottle opener. :tu:
Post by: Tet on June 17, 2020, 01:51:28 AM
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 17, 2020, 01:53:59 AM
Today I opened a snack and that was about it. :dunno:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 17, 2020, 05:15:30 AM
Day 16
Some far more exciting package duty today! An 111 mm GAK and my youngest daughter's BYSAK (and a little bonus pin (the Swiss flag) that I didn't know was coming). I just need a '12 and I'll have the whole family now.
The only other 111mm I have is an outrider, so I was shocked to see the size of the bottle opener! The outrider's is smaller than Alox. That serrated blade is a monster as well!
Nice additions! Like the GAK :tu:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 17, 2020, 05:17:05 AM
Not much to do today but opening the mail. So here is a picture from this morning, walking the dogs :cheers:
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3910070362-4.jpg)
Post by: ReamerPunch on June 17, 2020, 01:45:28 PM
Post by: ReamerPunch on June 17, 2020, 01:46:33 PM
Day 16
Some far more exciting package duty today! An 111 mm GAK and my youngest daughter's BYSAK (and a little bonus pin (the Swiss flag) that I didn't know was coming). I just need a '12 and I'll have the whole family now.
The only other 111mm I have is an outrider, so I was shocked to see the size of the bottle opener! The outrider's is smaller than Alox. That serrated blade is a monster as well!
A family of BY saks? How nice! :cheers:
I also like the Hunter's combo tool, because it makes room for the little serrated blade.
Post by: SurgeUk on June 17, 2020, 01:53:01 PM
Good afternoon all (well, it is here anyway)
I was out and about yesterday so couldn't post (although this is a shot of a post :facepalm: )
However, here's a shot of the PX Awl assisting by making a hole for a "sky-hook"
I was helping out a friend with putting up same garden lights and they couldn't find a bradawl and their drill wasn't charged (step up the PX :2tu: )
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 17, 2020, 04:52:26 PM
The awl on the Pioneer X made quick work of an impossible-to-open package of foodstuffs. I bought it in bulk and it came with a display case inside? :rant:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 17, 2020, 04:53:37 PM
Day 16
Not much to do today but opening the mail. So here is a picture from this morning, walking the dogs :cheers:
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3910070362-4.jpg)
That's a great picture. Nice reflection off of the blade. :cheers:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 17, 2020, 05:16:56 PM
Good use Surge!Thank you Tet :hatsoff:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 17, 2020, 05:18:58 PM
Day 16Oooh! More SAKs (and GAKs) :like: :drool:
Some far more exciting package duty today! An 111 mm GAK and my youngest daughter's BYSAK (and a little bonus pin (the Swiss flag) that I didn't know was coming). I just need a '12 and I'll have the whole family now.
The only other 111mm I have is an outrider, so I was shocked to see the size of the bottle opener! The outrider's is smaller than Alox. That serrated blade is a monster as well!
Post by: SurgeUk on June 17, 2020, 05:49:06 PM
Yesterday I collected some Glo Zips (from a friend) to whom I have to have much of my stuff delivered, due to my own delivery issues (see previous posts/whinges/moans & rants :rant: )I was pointed in the direction of this company ( https://www.polymathproducts.co.uk/ (https://www.polymathproducts.co.uk/) ) by GearedForwards :hatsoff: (who'd ordered some different things)
I had ordered 10 of them but, as payment, offered my mate a couple to use as seen fit and, whilst I can't report on their effectiveness, I am assured that they do exactly what they say on the tin (liberties taken with an old UK advert for Ronseal, for those of a certain age :whistle: )
The PX opened the package, which also included a chocolate (this was also "donated" ::) )
This post will also appear (shamelessly) in the "what did you just get" thread as....well, I did just get them :shrug: :D
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 17, 2020, 05:51:25 PM
Yesterday I collected some Glo Zips (from a friend) to whom I have to have much of my stuff delivered, due to my own delivery issues (see previous posts/whinges/moans & rants :rant: )
I was pointed in the direction of this company ( https://www.polymathproducts.co.uk/ ) by GearedForwards :hatsoff: (who'd ordered some different things)
I had ordered 10 of them but, as payment, offered my mate a couple to use as seen fit and, whilst I can't report on their effectiveness, I am assured that they do exactly what they say on the tin (liberties taken with an old UK advert for Ronseal, for those of a certain age :whistle: )
This post will also appear (shamelessly) in the "what did you just get" thread as....well, I did just get them :shrug: :D
I think your Pioneer X needs a glowing zipper pull on the keyring. :pok:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 17, 2020, 06:20:58 PM
I think your Pioneer X needs a glowing zipper pull on the keyring. :pok:Sir. Yes Sir :salute: :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Post by: BClogic on June 17, 2020, 06:25:35 PM
Day 17I loathe impossible-to-open foodstuffs. Wait, where is the photo?
The awl on the Pioneer X made quick work of an impossible-to-open package of foodstuffs. I bought it in bulk and it came with a display case inside? :rant:
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Post by: SurgeUk on June 17, 2020, 06:27:49 PM
Here's the PX with additional Glo Zip "mod"
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 17, 2020, 06:33:28 PM
I loathe impossible-to-open foodstuffs. Wait, where is the photo?
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good catch. :facepalm:
thanks :whistle:
Post by: comis on June 17, 2020, 06:50:35 PM
Day 16Looks like a great walk with a good picture! Lovely! :like:
Not much to do today but opening the mail. So here is a picture from this morning, walking the dogs :cheers:
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3910070362-4.jpg)
Day 17How impossible is impossible? :pok: :D
The awl on the Pioneer X made quick work of an impossible-to-open package of foodstuffs. I bought it in bulk and it came with a display case inside? :rant:
Upon orders received from EB :salute:Cool mod! :tu:
Here's the PX with additional Glo Zip "mod"
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 17, 2020, 07:08:57 PM
Upon orders received from EB :salute:
Here's the PX with additional Glo Zip "mod"
Nice. that might come in handy when you're out and about at night.
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 17, 2020, 07:13:18 PM
Looks like a great walk with a good picture! Lovely! :like:
How impossible is impossible? :pok: :D
Cool mod! :tu:
It took me a minute to figure out how it was packed in the box, with every side of the outer one saying "do not cut case". It turns out it was 3 "boxes" inside one another, and I initially thought it was only two. :think:
Post by: BClogic on June 17, 2020, 07:26:44 PM
It took me a minute to figure out how it was packed in the box, with every side of the outer one saying "do not cut case". It turns out it was 3 "boxes" inside one another, and I initially thought it was only two. :think:A Matryoshka food package......
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Post by: ElevenBlade on June 17, 2020, 07:43:57 PM
A Matryoshka food package......
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Yep, and the "display case" part of it didn't have a seam and tape where you'd expect it... for obvious-in-hindsight reasons.
Post by: Tet on June 17, 2020, 10:35:05 PM
Upon orders received from EB :salute:
Here's the PX with additional Glo Zip "mod"
Love it! I know you don't like silver, that adds some nice bling!
That site looks like it's got some cool stuff
Post by: Tet on June 17, 2020, 10:36:34 PM
Day 16
Not much to do today but opening the mail. So here is a picture from this morning, walking the dogs :cheers:
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3910070362-4.jpg)
Beautiful pic as usual SVL! What kind of camera do you have? I'm only using my phone these days...
Post by: Tet on June 17, 2020, 10:38:14 PM
It took me a minute to figure out how it was packed in the box, with every side of the outer one saying "do not cut case". It turns out it was 3 "boxes" inside one another, and I initially thought it was only two. :think:
Ugh. I don't like all of the extra packaging, but it drives my wife batty!
Post by: Tet on June 17, 2020, 10:41:11 PM
Snipping off the tags of my new summer hat from the army surplus. I asked my girls if they liked it, the 5 year old (she of the '15 BYSAK I got yesterday 8)) told me I looked "weird" in it :D
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 17, 2020, 10:47:46 PM
Day 17
Snipping off the tags of my new summer hat from the army surplus. I asked my girls if they liked it, the 5 year old (she of the '15 BYSAK I got yesterday 8)) told me I looked "weird" in it :D
That's a cool hat ....
look what I just found...
https://www.schweizermesser-shop.de/hunter-pro-alox-rot-digital-camouflage-schweizermesser-shop-edition
Post by: Tet on June 17, 2020, 10:54:20 PM
That's a cool hat ....
look what I just found...
https://www.schweizermesser-shop.de/hunter-pro-alox-rot-digital-camouflage-schweizermesser-shop-edition
Thanks!
Cool! I don't think I've seen red camo like that before. I've looked at a bunch of shops - no time to check it now but I think that one doesn't ship outside of the EU? Really like the Bavarian Alox
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 18, 2020, 05:01:15 AM
DAY 16
Good afternoon all (well, it is here anyway)
I was out and about yesterday so couldn't post (although this is a shot of a post :facepalm: )
However, here's a shot of the PX Awl assisting by making a hole for a "sky-hook"
I was helping out a friend with putting up same garden lights and they couldn't find a bradawl and their drill wasn't charged (step up the PX :2tu: )
Nice work, that awl is awlsome! :like:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 18, 2020, 05:01:38 AM
That's a great picture. Nice reflection off of the blade. :cheers:
Sweet pic! :like:
Thank you! :hatsoff:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 18, 2020, 05:04:16 AM
Beautiful pic as usual SVL! What kind of camera do you have? I'm only using my phone these days...
That one was made with my phone as well. I have a DSLR , but I hardly take it along when just walking the dogs in the morning.
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 18, 2020, 05:05:42 AM
Thanks!
Cool! I don't think I've seen red camo like that before. I've looked at a bunch of shops - no time to check it now but I think that one doesn't ship outside of the EU? Really like the Bavarian Alox
They did ship outside the EU, I got a Bavarian Alox a while ago. But with Corona and the shipping issues that come with it, they halted international shipping for the time being :-[
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 18, 2020, 05:07:32 AM
Used the blade to cut some padding.
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3914042586-4.jpg)
Post by: SurgeUk on June 18, 2020, 11:33:28 PM
Nice work, that awl is awlsome! :like:Cheers SVL :cheers: :hatsoff:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 18, 2020, 11:34:37 PM
Day 17Excellent shot, as usual SVL and I do like the Red :drool:
Used the blade to cut some padding.
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3914042586-4.jpg)
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 18, 2020, 11:34:54 PM
Scissors to cut plastic packaging at work
I had to switch to the SwissChamp for the eyeglass screwdriver for a quick adjustment. :oops:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 18, 2020, 11:37:08 PM
Thanks!It is a very fine hat :iagree: :like:
Cool! I don't think I've seen red camo like that before. I've looked at a bunch of shops - no time to check it now but I think that one doesn't ship outside of the EU? Really like the Bavarian Alox
I would buy the digi - red camo if it was the Pro M (come on Vic' :pok: )
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 18, 2020, 11:42:57 PM
It is a very fine hat :iagree: :like:
I would buy the digi - red camo if it was the Pro M (come on Vic' :pok: )
I'm guessing its one of those European knife law things - with the OHO blade.
Post by: SurgeUk on June 18, 2020, 11:46:37 PM
Good evening all (22:40 here)
I was at work today and couldn't play with the PX ::) so, here's a snap of it taking a nap in one of the magnolias (don't tell Mrs Surge :whistle: )
Hopefully "normal service" (whatever that is these days :dunno: ) will resume tomorrow :think:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 19, 2020, 12:03:07 AM
I'm guessing its one of those European knife law things - with the OHO blade.I know that on mainland europe a number of countries don't like the OHO but, in the UK (where we have some VERY restrictive laws) OHO isn't one of them :D
The issue is mainly around blade length (must be under 3" or 7.62cm for a folder) and, regardless of length, whether or not it locks. Even then it's not illegal in-itself, you just need "lawful authority" or "reasonable excuse" ::)
The above is usually decided on the spot by the Police Officer :police: and then ultimately (if you failed, the two lawful defences, along with the all imortant "attitude test") the courts.
So, as it's a locking knife, I'd need lawful authority/reasonable excuse anyway and the OHO element is rather moot :dunno:
Also, Vic' sell a Pro M here in the UK but only in silver :rant:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 19, 2020, 12:52:49 AM
DAY 18
Good evening all (22:40 here)
I was at work today and couldn't play with the PX ::) so, here's a snap of it taking a nap in one of the magnolias (don't tell Mrs Surge :whistle: )
Hopefully "normal service" (whatever that is these days :dunno: ) will resume tomorrow :think:
Yes a magnolia is a good place as any for the Pioneer X to rest, isnt it.
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 19, 2020, 12:57:49 AM
I know that on mainland europe a number of countries don't like the OHO but, in the UK (where we have some VERY restrictive laws) OHO isn't one of them :D
The issue is mainly around blade length (must be under 3" or 7.62cm for a folder) and, regardless of length, whether or not it locks. Even then it's not illegal in-itself, you just need "lawful authority" or "reasonable excuse" ::)
The above is usually decided on the spot by the Police Officer :police: and then ultimately (if you failed, the two lawful defences, along with the all imortant "attitude test") the courts.
So, as it's a locking knife, I'd need lawful authority/reasonable excuse anyway and the OHO element is rather moot :dunno:
Also, Vic' sell a Pro M here in the UK but only in silver :rant:
Here in the states it's even more of a mess. Laws can vary by municipality. In a typical afternoon, I can go through three different jurisdictions with three different laws. :rant:
Post by: Tet on June 19, 2020, 01:10:49 AM
Here in the states it's even more of a mess. Laws can vary by municipality. In a typical afternoon, I can go through three different jurisdictions with three different laws. :rant:
I had no idea the knife laws down there were like that. Considering your 2nd amendment and how everyone gets riled up if it's suggested they don't really need to have a machine gun, I figured knives would be no problem!
Post by: Tet on June 19, 2020, 01:14:08 AM
I found myself back at my mom's today, and she had another smoke alarm to install. Once again I was humoured to see one Phillips and one slot screw. Only one was in a drywall plug and there was an unfilled plug, so clearly it was put in when a different sized detector was put in. Working over my head the Phillips was noticeably easier to use.
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 19, 2020, 01:55:57 AM
I had no idea the knife laws down there were like that. Considering your 2nd amendment and how everyone gets riled up if it's suggested they don't really need to have a machine gun, I figured knives would be no problem!
It makes no sense here. The only weapon that is subject to the 2nd amendment is firearms. Anything from knives to crossbows to brass knuckles is on its own and not part of 2A. So each municipality can make its own knife laws. In some parts of the US you can carry a 2 foot long Cold Steel folder, and in some parts, you'll be arrested for anything that can be opened with a flick of the wrist regardless of size.
Not to get too far off topic, but it's an aspect of systemic racism - statistically, the latter group has been about 80% minorities, a great many of whom work in restaurants and carry a folder to quickly open boxes and packages (and resist the impulse to use the 8-inch professional chef knife that's close at hand to do that task).
Fun fact - the Victorinox One Handed Nomad is also called the "Side Chef" on some packages. On the back of the cardboard, it says, (and I quote with ellipses for brevity) "Avoid damaging your most valuable food preparation knives... enable you to cut open boxes... plastic bags...Save your Cutlery for the food!"
Post by: Tet on June 19, 2020, 02:05:52 AM
It makes no sense here. The only weapon that is subject to the 2nd amendment is firearms. Anything from knives to crossbows to brass knuckles is on its own and not part of 2A. So each municipality can make its own knife laws. In some parts of the US you can carry a 2 foot long Cold Steel folder, and in some parts, you'll be arrested for anything that can be opened with a flick of the wrist regardless of size.
Not to get too far off topic, but it's an aspect of systemic racism - statistically, the latter group has been about 80% minorities, a great many of whom work in restaurants and carry a folder to quickly open boxes and packages (and resist the impulse to use the 8-inch professional chef knife that's close at hand to do that task).
Fun fact - the Victorinox One Handed Nomad is also called the "Side Chef" on some packages. On the back of the cardboard, it says, (and I quote with ellipses for brevity) "Avoid damaging your most valuable food preparation knives... enable you to cut open boxes... plastic bags...Save your Cutlery for the food!"
Very interesting. I never would have guessed. I guess there's no knife equivalent of the NRA lobbying either. I would not have made the racism link, makes sense. I don't know the One handed Nomad, I'll have to look it up.
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 19, 2020, 03:59:12 AM
Used the awl to open some zip ties. I had placed them in the wrong location, and didn't wanna cut them after they were just on for a minute. Awl worked like a charm :tu:
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3914564705-4.jpg)
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 19, 2020, 04:12:51 AM
Day 18
Used the awl to open some zip ties. I had placed them in the wrong location, and didn't wanna cut them after they were just on for a minute. Awl worked like a charm :tu:
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3914564705-4.jpg)
The awl is super useful. I was looking at the awl on my Camillus, it's pointy but not as good ... the edge and slightly hooked point on the Alox awl comes in handy
Post by: ddogu on June 19, 2020, 10:00:39 AM
DAY 18
Good evening all (22:40 here)
I was at work today and couldn't play with the PX ::) so, here's a snap of it taking a nap in one of the magnolias (don't tell Mrs Surge :whistle: )
Hopefully "normal service" (whatever that is these days :dunno: ) will resume tomorrow :think:
Is this a _real_ magnolia?
Post by: SurgeUk on June 19, 2020, 11:35:54 AM
Is this a _real_ magnolia?It is indeed a real one (the Missus has her ears covered) She potted a young plant about 3 years ago and now it's about 5ft tall.
I suppose with the added PX that makes it a "Steel Magnolia" :pok: :whistle:
Post by: BClogic on June 19, 2020, 02:03:08 PM
It is indeed a real one (the Missus has her ears covered) She potted a young plant about 3 years ago and now it's about 5ft tall.I was waiting for someone to make that joke.
I suppose with the added PX that makes it a "Steel Magnolia" :pok: :whistle:
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Post by: Tet on June 19, 2020, 02:26:17 PM
It is indeed a real one (the Missus has her ears covered) She potted a young plant about 3 years ago and now it's about 5ft tall.
I suppose with the added PX that makes it a "Steel Magnolia" :pok: :whistle:
Bwahahaha! It's too early over here for that joke! I haven't even finished my second coffee :)
Post by: SurgeUk on June 19, 2020, 08:26:46 PM
I was waiting for someone to make that joke. (https://emoji.tapatalk-cdn.com/emoji23.png)I try not to disappoint (too often :whistle: ) :D
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Post by: SurgeUk on June 19, 2020, 08:27:26 PM
Bwahahaha! It's too early over here for that joke! I haven't even finished my second coffee :):like: Gotta start the day with a laugh :rofl:
Post by: Tet on June 19, 2020, 08:39:29 PM
Some more fun package duty today :woohoo:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 19, 2020, 08:44:48 PM
So, a bit of a slow day, setting up the work laptop :crash:
However, the PX assisted with opening some comfortable "face coverings" (not "face masks")
These are mostly needed now, for use on public transport* here in the UK and Mrs Surge uses the tube to get to work (when not WFH)
*Almost completely un-enforceable and pointless but, has to be done :dunno:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 20, 2020, 12:51:27 AM
Day 19
Some more fun package duty today :woohoo:
Ooo a flashlight! what's the skinny on that?
Post by: Tet on June 20, 2020, 01:25:04 AM
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 20, 2020, 01:53:55 AM
See if you can spot this one.
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 20, 2020, 02:27:46 AM
Package duty. I ordered a fleece jacket from a local wildlife sanctuary to support them :cheers:
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3915170094-4.jpg)
Bonus pic
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3911308550-4.jpg)
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 20, 2020, 03:39:46 AM
Day 19
Package duty. I ordered a fleece jacket from a local wildlife sanctuary to support them :cheers:
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3915170094-4.jpg)
Bonus pic
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3911308550-4.jpg)
What's in that bonus pic?
Post by: Jothra on June 20, 2020, 05:29:41 AM
What's in that bonus pic?Lichens, I think.
Post by: ulzhan on June 20, 2020, 11:47:15 AM
Day 19
See if you can spot this one.
Saw it. But can you take that one up to 11..?
Post by: SurgeUk on June 20, 2020, 11:56:28 AM
Day 19Gotta support places like that SVL (good on you) :iagree: Also excellent shot :like:
Package duty. I ordered a fleece jacket from a local wildlife sanctuary to support them :cheers:
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3915170094-4.jpg)
Bonus pic
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3911308550-4.jpg)
Post by: SurgeUk on June 20, 2020, 11:56:58 AM
Long story short I needed one for the summer and thought I'd try a decent one this time. Then I went on the flashlight forum, and decided I needed to try out a few brands/types to see what I like. (Like I needed a gold pruner, and a black pioneer and a BYSAK, and a.....) I think I have a problem.:think: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 20, 2020, 11:57:40 AM
Day 19Brilliant pic' EB :tu:
See if you can spot this one.
Post by: SurgeUk on June 20, 2020, 07:22:19 PM
Another slow day in the Surge residence ::)
However, the scissors on the PX stepped up to trim some stray paracord ends from my new TBL bracelet :tu:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 20, 2020, 10:01:20 PM
Busy day for the Pioneer X today.
Used the blade and the awl to break down a lot of cardboard boxes for recycling. Then I stacked the flat panels of cardboard and put them inside a larger flat box that I kept intact. Then I popped a couple of holes in the box so I could keep the whole thing together with bungee cords for transport to the recycling drop-off. After that, I used the bottle opener to aid in recovery from all the hard work.
This might be my first legit action shot in the last 2 months... I didn't forget!
How did it perform, you ask? This might be one of the tasks where I prefer a locking blade (or maybe I really should be using a box cutter). One of the boxes was corrugated cardboard, and about 8 feet in length. I've been neglecting to break this one down for some time, since I knew it was a tough one). Any time I cut down, and "run out of blade", and need to pull back and readjust - I run the risk of pulling the blade closed and chopping my index finger clear off my hand. I got the job done, but I did need to be extra careful.
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 20, 2020, 10:03:15 PM
Saw it. But can you take that one up to 11..?
:D No, sadly it only goes up to 10
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 20, 2020, 10:18:47 PM
Day 19
So, a bit of a slow day, setting up the work laptop :crash:
However, the PX assisted with opening some comfortable "face coverings" (not "face masks")
These are mostly needed now, for use on public transport* here in the UK and Mrs Surge uses the tube to get to work (when not WFH)
*Almost completely un-enforceable and pointless but, has to be done :dunno:
My workplace actually prohibited these particular types of face coverings with the exhalation valve, in favor of the plain cloth ones (as of Friday, yesterday). It turns out that the plastic piece on the mask is an 'unfiltered' exhalation valve. So asymptomatic carriers are able to spread their unfiltered breath out of the mask and continue to spread contagion. We know that the benefit of the masks is to decrease the contagion coming from people who have it (less so to protect the wearer - as shown in the attached graphic)
The valve is there to make it easier to breathe out.
I knew that this plastic nubbin was an exhalation valve - what I didn't realize was that it takes several forms and is on several industrial masks as well. (like the one I was about to get :( )
Judging by the number of people who are out and about today, we can use all the help we can get.
Everyone stay safe.... it's getting warm and sunny out there. :climber:
Post by: ulzhan on June 20, 2020, 11:17:42 PM
:D No, sadly it only goes up to 10
So 10 ist the new 11?
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 21, 2020, 02:39:45 AM
So 10 ist the new 11?
I can't say that this is a good thing... but we do what we can. Don't we?
Post by: Tet on June 21, 2020, 02:40:33 AM
Love that glow in the dark fob Surge!
Post by: Tet on June 21, 2020, 02:47:15 AM
Absolutely perfect day to be at the lake here! No clouds in the sky and 31 degrees (that’s about 88 for our friends south of the border :))
No work today, just popped the top off a few cold ones. 8)
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 21, 2020, 04:12:05 AM
Lichens, I think.
You are correct :tu:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 21, 2020, 04:12:48 AM
DAY 20
Another slow day in the Surge residence ::)
However, the scissors on the PX stepped up to trim some stray paracord ends from my new TBL bracelet :tu:
Nice work! :like:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 21, 2020, 04:15:39 AM
Day 20
Busy day for the Pioneer X today.
Used the blade and the awl to break down a lot of cardboard boxes for recycling. Then I stacked the flat panels of cardboard and put them inside a larger flat box that I kept intact. Then I popped a couple of holes in the box so I could keep the whole thing together with bungee cords for transport to the recycling drop-off. After that, I used the bottle opener to aid in recovery from all the hard work.
This might be my first legit action shot in the last 2 months... I didn't forget!
How did it perform, you ask? This might be one of the tasks where I prefer a locking blade (or maybe I really should be using a box cutter). One of the boxes was corrugated cardboard, and about 8 feet in length. I've been neglecting to break this one down for some time, since I knew it was a tough one). Any time I cut down, and "run out of blade", and need to pull back and readjust - I run the risk of pulling the blade closed and chopping my index finger clear off my hand. I got the job done, but I did need to be extra careful.
Good work! But I agree on using a box cutter. I use a SAK to break down small boxes, but for large panels like these I would always reach for a box cutter. Also saves you from cleaning the blade from leftover glue :ahhh
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 21, 2020, 04:17:23 AM
My workplace actually prohibited these particular types of face coverings with the exhalation valve, in favor of the plain cloth ones (as of Friday, yesterday). It turns out that the plastic piece on the mask is an 'unfiltered' exhalation valve. So asymptomatic carriers are able to spread their unfiltered breath out of the mask and continue to spread contagion. We know that the benefit of the masks is to decrease the contagion coming from people who have it (less so to protect the wearer - as shown in the attached graphic)
The valve is there to make it easier to breathe out.
I knew that this plastic nubbin was an exhalation valve - what I didn't realize was that it takes several forms and is on several industrial masks as well. (like the one I was about to get :( )
Judging by the number of people who are out and about today, we can use all the help we can get.
Everyone stay safe.... it's getting warm and sunny out there. :climber:
Good explanation right there (your picture) :rofl: :D
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 21, 2020, 04:18:33 AM
Easy day for the PX today. Only used the scissors to cut some paracord for a quick project.
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Post by: SurgeUk on June 21, 2020, 04:48:45 PM
Great use today EB!Thanking you Tet :hatsoff:
Love that glow in the dark fob Surge!
Post by: SurgeUk on June 21, 2020, 04:53:18 PM
Day 20:like: Seems like the best possible use for the PX :drink:
Absolutely perfect day to be at the lake here! No clouds in the sky and 31 degrees (that’s about 88 for our friends south of the border :) )
No work today, just popped the top off a few cold ones. 8)
Post by: SurgeUk on June 21, 2020, 04:55:16 PM
Day 20That's some serious useage there EB :like: :tu:
Busy day for the Pioneer X today.
Used the blade and the awl to break down a lot of cardboard boxes for recycling. Then I stacked the flat panels of cardboard and put them inside a larger flat box that I kept intact. Then I popped a couple of holes in the box so I could keep the whole thing together with bungee cords for transport to the recycling drop-off. After that, I used the bottle opener to aid in recovery from all the hard work.
This might be my first legit action shot in the last 2 months... I didn't forget!
How did it perform, you ask? This might be one of the tasks where I prefer a locking blade (or maybe I really should be using a box cutter). One of the boxes was corrugated cardboard, and about 8 feet in length. I've been neglecting to break this one down for some time, since I knew it was a tough one). Any time I cut down, and "run out of blade", and need to pull back and readjust - I run the risk of pulling the blade closed and chopping my index finger clear off my hand. I got the job done, but I did need to be extra careful.
Post by: SurgeUk on June 21, 2020, 08:31:29 PM
Happy Fathers Day (it still is here; 7:30pm)
I had to work today so no "action" shots (can't take it into the airport)
So, here's a couple of pic's of the PX with a calendar given to me by a friend who was visiting the UK today (he was former Carabinieri) :police:
Note the Awl pointing out the date it arrived :tu: (It should have been delivered earlier but, you know, Covid ::) )
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 21, 2020, 08:38:23 PM
Post by: Tet on June 21, 2020, 09:16:29 PM
Day 21
Happy Father’s Day dads!
Just as hot here today but no visit to the lake so I’m out with the kids sitting in the shade while they’re on the “sprinkoline”. (That’s when I slide the sprinkler under the trampoline).
I’m sure I’ll be using the bottle opener later but I might not get a chance to post so here’s one from earlier today when I was dismantling a little display.
Post by: BClogic on June 22, 2020, 12:31:12 AM
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Post by: ElevenBlade on June 22, 2020, 12:38:51 AM
No use today.
So I decided to have some fun with digital effects on today's picture
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 22, 2020, 01:37:18 AM
PX came along hiking. GAK was backup and supplied saw and CS should it be needed. As you can tell we were above tree line most of the time, so nothing to use the saw on anyway :D
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Post by: ElevenBlade on June 22, 2020, 01:53:04 AM
Day 21
PX came along hiking. GAK was backup and supplied saw and CS should it be needed. As you can tell we were above tree line most of the time, so nothing to use the saw on anyway :D
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3916125338-4.jpg)
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3916125377-4.jpg)
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incredible pictures
Post by: Jazz on June 22, 2020, 04:10:31 AM
DAY 20
Another slow day in the Surge residence ::)
However, the scissors on the PX stepped up to trim some stray paracord ends from my new TBL bracelet :tu:
Where’d you get the cool glow fob?
Post by: Tet on June 22, 2020, 05:47:56 AM
Nice effects EB
I had a couple of bonus uses today, unfortunately no pics. Opened a bottle for me, but the best one was my 5 year old. She's used to seeing me with my knives, but when I pulled the scissors out to cut some tags off of some new clothes grandma brought over she got really excited. She said with big eyes "I didn't know it had scissors!!!". And then proceeded to cut stuff for 5 minutes. :)
Post by: ReamerPunch on June 22, 2020, 01:11:26 PM
incredible pictures
:iagree:
Nice view! :cheers:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 22, 2020, 01:41:27 PM
Where’d you get the cool glow fob?Cheers Jazz :cheers:
I got them from Polymath Products (see link below) They work really well emitting a soft glow not for lighting, just for kit marking etc. :tu:
I was put on to Polymath by GearedForwards :hatsoff: who has some of their Atomlights
https://www.polymathproducts.co.uk/product/glo-zip (https://www.polymathproducts.co.uk/product/glo-zip)
Post by: Tet on June 22, 2020, 08:01:35 PM
Gratuitous photo of Mrs. Tet’s peony bush. And I’m putting the new bell on my daughter’s bike. I’d never used the can opener tip on a Phillips until I found this forum. Actually I didn’t know that was even a thing!
Thanks to all!
Post by: GearedForwards on June 22, 2020, 10:24:27 PM
Cheers Jazz :cheers:
I got them from Polymath Products (see link below) They work really well emitting a soft glow not for lighting, just for kit marking etc. :tu:
I was put on to Polymath by GearedForwards :hatsoff: who has some of their Atomlights
https://www.polymathproducts.co.uk/product/glo-zip (https://www.polymathproducts.co.uk/product/glo-zip)
I also have a pair of their Omnitorches, wonderful little gadgets that add to the MacGuyver feel I try to embrace where possible :salute:
I thought I'd just be stalking this thread since I don't have one of these guys yet (just a normal Pioneer sadly!) and lo and behold I snuck in >.>
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 22, 2020, 10:39:18 PM
Today I tried my hand at making fish cakes, inspired by the Gordon Ramsay recipe.
They turned out delicious, although not pretty.
The can opener was put through its paces.
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 23, 2020, 04:50:04 AM
Great photos as usual SVL!
Nice effects EB
I had a couple of bonus uses today, unfortunately no pics. Opened a bottle for me, but the best one was my 5 year old. She's used to seeing me with my knives, but when I pulled the scissors out to cut some tags off of some new clothes grandma brought over she got really excited. She said with big eyes "I didn't know it had scissors!!!". And then proceeded to cut stuff for 5 minutes. :)
Nice work, grandma! :D :like:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 23, 2020, 04:51:49 AM
Did some dent and scratch repair on a sink and bathtub today. Awl helped open the repair kit
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3916958518-4.jpg)
Bonus Pic
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Post by: SirVicaLot on June 23, 2020, 04:52:21 AM
Day 22
Today I tried my hand at making fish cakes, inspired by the Gordon Ramsay recipe.
They turned out delicious, although not pretty.
The can opener was put through its paces.
As long as they taste good :tu:
Post by: comis on June 23, 2020, 11:57:34 AM
Day 21
PX came along hiking. GAK was backup and supplied saw and CS should it be needed. As you can tell we were above tree line most of the time, so nothing to use the saw on anyway :D
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3916125338-4.jpg)
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3916125377-4.jpg)
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incredible picturesAbsolutely! :like: :like: :like:
Day 22Taste is all that matters. :like: Your post reminded me about a Quora question I read recently--apparently there are many people tagging Gordan Ramsey on instagram, and he has some of the most hilarious reply to all those tagging. :D
Today I tried my hand at making fish cakes, inspired by the Gordon Ramsay recipe.
They turned out delicious, although not pretty.
The can opener was put through its paces.
Post by: SurgeUk on June 23, 2020, 01:07:20 PM
None-the-less, here's the PX slicing some tomatoes that Mrs Surge required with her steak. It did a pretty good job :tu:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 23, 2020, 01:08:21 PM
Day 22Excellent use SVL and loving the mountain shots :like: :tu:
Did some dent and scratch repair on a sink and bathtub today. Awl helped open the repair kit
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3916958518-4.jpg)
Bonus Pic
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3916125458-4.jpg)
Post by: SurgeUk on June 23, 2020, 01:10:56 PM
Day 22Nice pic' Tet :like:
Gratuitous photo of Mrs. Tet’s peony bush. And I’m putting the new bell on my daughter’s bike. I’d never used the can opener tip on a Phillips until I found this forum. Actually I didn’t know that was even a thing!
Thanks to all!
Mrs Surge loves Peonies but we can't grow them well in our yard/garden. Everything has to be in pots and some just don't like it :dunno:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 23, 2020, 01:14:36 PM
I also have a pair of their Omnitorches, wonderful little gadgets that add to the MacGuyver feel I try to embrace where possible :salute:Where there's a will, there's a way :rofl:
I thought I'd just be stalking this thread since I don't have one of these guys yet (just a normal Pioneer sadly!) and lo and behold I snuck in >.>
Also, buy a PX, or the FX, or both :facepalm:
Post by: comis on June 23, 2020, 04:26:45 PM
I had internet problems last night (mysteriously gone today :dunno: ) so couldn't upload the pic' for Day 22 ::)Nice use and a good photo too!
None-the-less, here's the PX slicing some tomatoes that Mrs Surge required with her steak. It did a pretty good job :tu:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 23, 2020, 04:29:06 PM
Nice use and a good photo too!Cheers comis :cheers: :hatsoff:
Post by: GearedForwards on June 23, 2020, 09:08:04 PM
Where there's a will, there's a way :rofl:
Also, buy a PX, or the FX, or both :facepalm:
I already have too many saws on my tools that I never have a reason to use :facepalm:
The PX might happen at some point this year though now my enjoyment of SAKs have been rekindled by you money hating folks :facepalm:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 23, 2020, 09:42:33 PM
No use today. Another day working on the computer :oops:
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More pics from the weekend :cheers:
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Post by: ElevenBlade on June 23, 2020, 11:31:26 PM
I had internet problems last night (mysteriously gone today :dunno: ) so couldn't upload the pic' for Day 22 ::)
None-the-less, here's the PX slicing some tomatoes that Mrs Surge required with her steak. It did a pretty good job :tu:
Those look nice. they remind me of Holland chilis which are apparently abundant in the UK... and I can't find them anywhere in the US. Don't worry though, I wouldn't mistake a tomato for a chili. I hope.
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 23, 2020, 11:40:53 PM
I already have too many saws on my tools that I never have a reason to use :facepalm:
The PX might happen at some point this year though now my enjoyment of SAKs have been rekindled by you money hating folks :facepalm:
I have the same problem - I have accumulated way too many saws for the Farmer X to get in on the action. The Farmer X would displace my OHT, which I haven't quite had enough of yet.
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 24, 2020, 12:28:50 AM
Pioneer X scissors to open snacks, and the awl to remove the plastic seal from a cap off a bottle of juice
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 24, 2020, 01:12:45 AM
If you could only add one tool to the Pioneer - would it be the scissors vs the saw? Has Victorinox already released the only two useful additions to the Pioneer or is there something else you can think of?
Noting that they would have to be full-size tools - only the scissors, saw, file, pliers, and scaler are options as far as I can tell.
I'm sure many would like an inline Phillips.
But if you could swap out the scissors for one thing - what would it be.
Personally, I can't think of anything
Post by: Tet on June 24, 2020, 03:02:56 AM
Post by: Tet on June 24, 2020, 03:09:28 AM
Well, thanks to this challenge I've found another rabbit hole! After seeing EB's P7 clip and the subsequent discussion I had to check out TEC accessories, and figured I neededto try a clip out for myself. While I was there I found a couple of other things that I can't possibly imagine how I survived without them and neededthem too - a centipede, and a picopen. Apparently I've got too much time on my hands being home with the covid..... At first I was telling myself that I was just spending the money I was saving by not driving every day! Now I'm going to have to check out Surge's website with the blingy fobs. My only hope will be if they won't ship out of the UK :facepalm:
Post by: Tet on June 24, 2020, 03:12:45 AM
And then I noticed that I was so excited to open it up that I forgot to put the SAK I used in the photo! So here's a photo of me breaking down some boxes.
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 24, 2020, 03:21:24 AM
Day 23
Well, thanks to this challenge I've found another rabbit hole! After seeing EB's P7 clip and the subsequent discussion I had to check out TEC accessories, and figured I neededto try a clip out for myself. While I was there I found a couple of other things that I can't possibly imagine how I survived without them and neededthem too - a centipede, and a picopen. Apparently I've got too much time on my hands being home with the covid..... At first I was telling myself that I was just spending the money I was saving by not driving every day! Now I'm going to have to check out Surge's website with the blingy fobs. My only hope will be if they won't ship out of the UK :facepalm:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 24, 2020, 03:32:01 AM
If I hadto swap the scissors for one thing, it would be the saw. But if you were asking me if I would rather have a Farmer or a PX and could only have one it would be the PX. Although I have noticed that I've been surprised I haven't used the scissors as much as I imagined I would. Scissors have always felt to me like they're indispensable. Maybe I'm just at home, who knows? I must say I am very excited about the Farmer X, since I do have use for both and I'll be happy to have them all together. I only have one SAK with pliers and I've always felt they were a bit rinky-dinky. I have a Leatherman wave with me when I might be needing pliers though. Not much of a file user.
Between the PioneerX and the Farmer, I'd definitely go for the PioneerX. The Hiker and the Trekker are similar toolsets when compared to the Farmer - and for the outdoors... I don't think that Alox provides a substantial functional advantage over the other two, in the wild, to be honest.
Post by: BClogic on June 24, 2020, 05:21:41 AM
Or spark from an engine ignition source :cheers:
Post by: ReamerPunch on June 24, 2020, 06:33:20 AM
Day 22
Did some dent and scratch repair on a sink and bathtub today. Awl helped open the repair kitShow content(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3916958518-4.jpg)
Bonus Pic
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I love that awl. Why do companies keep copying the Vic can opener but not the awl? :think:
Post by: ReamerPunch on June 24, 2020, 06:34:29 AM
I had internet problems last night (mysteriously gone today :dunno: ) so couldn't upload the pic' for Day 22 ::)
None-the-less, here's the PX slicing some tomatoes that Mrs Surge required with her steak. It did a pretty good job :tu:
What a slicer! :like:
Post by: ReamerPunch on June 24, 2020, 06:35:29 AM
Day 23
No use today. Another day working on the computer :oops:Show content(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3917403960-4.jpg)
More pics from the weekend :cheers:
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(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3916125541-4.jpg)
So pretty! :like:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 24, 2020, 11:25:57 AM
Those look nice. they remind me of Holland chilis which are apparently abundant in the UK... and I can't find them anywhere in the US. Don't worry though, I wouldn't mistake a tomato for a chili. I hope.:cheers: They were nice :drool: I'm big fan of chillies myself :tu:
I'm sure you wouldn't mistake a tomato for a chilli (well, not twice :ahhh )
Post by: SurgeUk on June 24, 2020, 11:31:30 AM
Day 23:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: I blame Geared Forwards :whistle:
Well, thanks to this challenge I've found another rabbit hole! After seeing EB's P7 clip and the subsequent discussion I had to check out TEC accessories, and figured I neededto try a clip out for myself. While I was there I found a couple of other things that I can't possibly imagine how I survived without them and neededthem too - a centipede, and a picopen. Apparently I've got too much time on my hands being home with the covid..... At first I was telling myself that I was just spending the money I was saving by not driving every day! Now I'm going to have to check out Surge's website with the blingy fobs. My only hope will be if they won't ship out of the UK :facepalm:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 24, 2020, 11:31:59 AM
So pretty! :like::iagree: :like: :tu:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 24, 2020, 11:41:46 AM
I then got sidetracked by a cider (or two) and that, as they say, was that :drink:
So, with apologies for my tardiness, here's the "action shot"
Post by: ulzhan on June 24, 2020, 04:41:18 PM
Especially those from the mountains.
Post by: SurgeUk on June 24, 2020, 05:48:05 PM
There are a ton of good pics in this thread!:iagree: Unfortunately, mountains are somewhat scarce in these parts.
Especially those from the mountains.
However, I do have to walk up 8 flights of stairs to get to my front door (but I'm not sure anyone wants/needs to see a pic' of me after that :think: )
Post by: SurgeUk on June 24, 2020, 11:32:10 PM
So, again with the cooking :dunno: This time she, that must be obeyed :twak: :salute: decreed that she wanted Hoisin Duck Burgers with designer tomatoes, chilli beetroot and a small leaf salad :ahhh
Naturally, the PX assisted with slicing & dicing etc. :to:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 24, 2020, 11:46:47 PM
DAY 24
So, again with the cooking :dunno: This time she, that must be obeyed :twak: :salute: decreed that she wanted Hoisin Duck Burgers with designer tomatoes, chilli beetroot and a small leaf salad :ahhh
Naturally, the PX assisted with slicing & dicing etc. :to:
Evidently He who must Oblige knows how to make Duck Burgers. :hatsoff:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 25, 2020, 02:01:01 AM
Opened a packet of gummy bears. :tu:
Post by: Tet on June 25, 2020, 02:03:44 AM
DAY 24
So, again with the cooking :dunno: This time she, that must be obeyed :twak: :salute: decreed that she wanted Hoisin Duck Burgers with designer tomatoes, chilli beetroot and a small leaf salad :ahhh
Naturally, the PX assisted with slicing & dicing etc. :to:
Wow, well done :hatsoff: You guys are pretty great with your food prep! I did my best cooking tonight, picked up some Indian food on the way home. :facepalm:
Post by: Tet on June 25, 2020, 02:08:13 AM
I never realized that my 15 year old mountain bike didn't really fit me until recently when age has caught up to me a bit. My wife took pity on me and bought me a proper one for Father's Day. I used the PX to take some tags off of a new little pouch I got for it today, but forgot to get an action shot, so here's a glamour shot of it posing in the pouch.
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 25, 2020, 02:11:46 AM
Wow, well done :hatsoff: You guys are pretty great with your food prep! I did my best cooking tonight, picked up some Indian food on the way home. :facepalm:
You're supposed to use your Pioneer X to open the top of your Kingfisher beer with that meal. :cheers:
Post by: Tet on June 25, 2020, 02:16:14 AM
Day 24
Opened a packet of gummy bears. :tu:
Nice! I love how your Day 24 matches your gummy bear :)
Post by: Tet on June 25, 2020, 02:45:44 AM
You're supposed to use your Pioneer X to open the top of your Kingfisher beer with that meal. :cheers:
We used to have an Indian restaurant in town that served Kingfisher, thanks for the memories! I don’t think there’s anywhere around anymore I could get it. Although honestly I’ve never thought about it when I’ve been at the beer store.... I usually “cook” Indian once a fortnight, so I should stock up.
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 25, 2020, 03:12:51 AM
We used to have an Indian restaurant in town that served Kingfisher, thanks for the memories! I don’t think there’s anywhere around anymore I could get it. Although honestly I’ve never thought about it when I’ve been at the beer store.... I usually “cook” Indian once a fortnight, so I should stock up.
I have chicken ready to go for a Tikka Masala tomorrow. :cheers:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 25, 2020, 04:55:11 AM
:think:Here's a question for all you Pioneer X users :think:
If you could only add one tool to the Pioneer - would it be the scissors vs the saw? Has Victorinox already released the only two useful additions to the Pioneer or is there something else you can think of?
Noting that they would have to be full-size tools - only the scissors, saw, file, pliers, and scaler are options as far as I can tell.
I'm sure many would like an inline Phillips.
But if you could swap out the scissors for one thing - what would it be.
Personally, I can't think of anything
The scraper tool from the Spirit. Love it and use it all the time. It would probably not be full size on the PX, so would have to be adjusted or something else added.
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 25, 2020, 04:56:51 AM
I love that awl. Why do companies keep copying the Vic can opener but not the awl? :think:
Because the majority of people out there have no idea how versatile that awl is. Me included, before I came to MTo that is :D
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 25, 2020, 04:58:11 AM
:iagree: Unfortunately, mountains are somewhat scarce in these parts.
However, I do have to walk up 8 flights of stairs to get to my front door (but I'm not sure anyone wants/needs to see a pic' of me after that :think: )
:rofl: Guess you get your daily workout right there :D
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 25, 2020, 04:58:36 AM
DAY 24
So, again with the cooking :dunno: This time she, that must be obeyed :twak: :salute: decreed that she wanted Hoisin Duck Burgers with designer tomatoes, chilli beetroot and a small leaf salad :ahhh
Naturally, the PX assisted with slicing & dicing etc. :to:
:like: :drool:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 25, 2020, 05:02:10 AM
Mail duty. Only junk mail of course :twak:
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A few more mountain pictures. I think those are the last ones. Glad you guys enjoy them :cheers:
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Post by: Tet on June 25, 2020, 03:53:14 PM
I have chicken ready to go for a Tikka Masala tomorrow. :cheers:
That’s what my wife and kids get every time :)
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 25, 2020, 05:41:36 PM
I love that awl. Why do companies keep copying the Vic can opener but not the awl? :think:
Because the majority of people out there have no idea how versatile that awl is. Me included, before I came to MTo that is :D
I'm kinda glad that most companies don't copy it because it would be wasted space for the most part. I have seen a couple of copies online and they don't do it well at all. This sort of awl is very precise. Its almost a spiral with a barb on the end a sharpened edge. It just wouldn't work if it wasn't exactly the way it is - in my estimation. Even silly things like opening clamshell packaging relies on hooking the plastic when tearing it open.
Post by: SurgeUk on June 25, 2020, 05:56:14 PM
Wow, well done :hatsoff: You guys are pretty great with your food prep! I did my best cooking tonight, picked up some Indian food on the way home. :facepalm::like: :drool:
I love a good Indian. I was born in a part of London that has a very high asian population (Asian here is used to descibe those from the Indian subcontinent)
I love it HOT (with a capital H.O.T.!) as cooked by families of those I grew up with :2tu:
Post by: Tet on June 25, 2020, 06:47:08 PM
:like: :drool:
I love a good Indian. I was born in a part of London that has a very high asian population (Asian here is used to descibe those from the Indian subcontinent)
I love it HOT (with a capital H.O.T.!) as cooked by families of those I grew up with :2tu:
I don’t mind it a bit hot, but nothing like you describe :salute:! My wife on the other hand...the options they give are mild, medium, or hot. I have to say very mild for her, and even then...
Post by: SurgeUk on June 25, 2020, 07:15:47 PM
I don’t mind it a bit hot, but nothing like you describe :salute: ! My wife on the other hand...the options they give are mild, medium, or hot. I have to say very mild for her, and even then...
I know what you're getting at. Not ALL Indian food (collectively, and wrongly, called "curry") is hot.
Moreover, I really do not dislike those dishes which are, by their very nature, not hot. I just object to those that purport to serve (restaurants, I'm looking at you here) dishes as being "authentic" when I know they are not (think central London or, quite frankly, central anywhere outside of India)
My oldest friends are Indian/Pakistani/Bangladeshi and laugh openly at some of the dishes we call "Indian" (think onion bhaji etc.)
One of my favourite dishes is Chiilli Paneer (just google it, it's easier) but the clue is in the name "Chiili" and it is supposed to be "warm" :ahhh
I'm also a HUGE fan of Vindaloo*. This is often a misunderstood dish (mostly down to the Brits to be fair ::) ) But, if done right, is a very pungent and not as warm as you might think (it's not a Tikka Masala though; which is a British created, so be warned)
NB: *Vindaloo is traditionally done with Pork, having come from Goa and therefore was a Christian dish (inspired by the Portuguese who introduced the Goans to vinegar)
Anyway, having digressed (greatly) here's a pic' of the PX helping to cut some Rosemary from the garden (required by herself, obviously :twak: )
I have spared you the usual Tomato shot... :dunno:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 25, 2020, 07:32:59 PM
I don’t mind it a bit hot, but nothing like you describe :salute:! My wife on the other hand...the options they give are mild, medium, or hot. I have to say very mild for her, and even then...
I get the regular chef's choice of spice. One time I ordered the entrees Mild... without the spice everything just tasted greasy.
I just stay away from the very spicy styles like Jalfrezi. Vindaloo is almost too spicy but the sourness makes it taste :drool: Sometimes when I have the next day off, I'll go for that.
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 25, 2020, 07:46:13 PM
I know what you're getting at. Not ALL Indian food (collectively, and wrongly, called "curry") is hot.
Moreover, I really do not dislike those dishes which are, by their very nature, not hot. I just object to those that purport to serve (restaurants, I'm looking at you here) dishes as being "authentic" when I know they are not (think central London or, quite frankly, central anywhere outside of India)
My oldest friends are Indian/Pakistani/Bangladeshi and laugh openly at some of the dishes we call "Indian" (think onion bhaji etc.)
One of my favourite dishes is Chiilli Paneer (just google it, it's easier) but the clue is in the name "Chiili" and it is supposed to be "warm" :ahhh
I'm also a HUGE fan of Vindaloo*. This is often a misunderstood dish (mostly down to the Brits to be fair ::) ) But, if done right, is a very pungent and not as warm as you might think (it's not a Tikka Masala though; which is a British created, so be warned)
NB: *Vindaloo is traditionally done with Pork, having come from Goa and therefore was a Christian dish (inspired by the Portuguese who introduced the Goans to vinegar)
Anyway, having digressed (greatly) here's a pic' of the PX helping to cut some Rosemary from the garden (required by herself, obviously :twak: )
I have spared you the usual Tomato shot... :dunno:
Wow a true Indian Takeaway expert :cheers:
Indo-Chinese food like Chili Chicken and Hakka noodles are excellent. It's influenced by Chinese folks living in northeast India.
Vindaloo is one of my favorites when I have nothing to do the next morning. When I go for that I usually choose beef because that's what I usually find available instead of pork around here. It stands up to the spice better than chicken, I think. And you're right, it's Portuguese influenced from Goa where Roman Catholicism is very prevalent - so all meats are fair game. (see what I did there?) Some of the most amazing beaches in the universe are in Goa, and it's a go-to unwinding location for Israeli soldiers when they leave the military.
I'll drink a Kingfisher in your honor.... If I can find one.
Post by: SurgeUk on June 25, 2020, 08:15:01 PM
Wow a true Indian Takeaway expert :cheers::like: :cheers: Not an expert at all, but thank you :hatsoff:
Indo-Chinese food like Chili Chicken and Hakka noodles are excellent. It's influenced by Chinese folks living in northeast India.
Vindaloo is one of my favorites when I have nothing to do the next morning. When I go for that I usually choose beef because that's what I usually find available instead of pork around here. It stands up to the spice better than chicken, I think. And you're right, it's Portuguese influenced from Goa where Roman Catholicism is very prevalent - so all meats are fair game. (see what I did there?) Some of the most amazing beaches in the universe are in Goa, and it's a go-to unwinding location for Israeli soldiers when they leave the military.
I'll drink a Kingfisher in your honor.... If I can find one.
Just fortunate to have grown up with first generation Indian immigrants :tu: (google Southall, west London if you're bored) who still made it; like their grandmother/mother used to :drool:
I'm also a big fan of Kingfisher (can't abide Cobra) However, should you find it (anywhere) try some Bangla :drink:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 25, 2020, 09:01:44 PM
:like: :cheers: Not an expert at all, but thank you :hatsoff:Ok so, I'm replying to myself (not for the first time :whistle: )
Just fortunate to have grown up with first generation Indian immigrants :tu: (google Southall, west London if you're bored) who still made it; like their grandmother/mother used to :drool:
I'm also a big fan of Kingfisher (can't abide Cobra) However, should you find it (anywhere) try some Bangla :drink:
But, for those who may (or may not be interested) here is the book used for "most" but not all indian food in this house.
Essentially, do what Madhur says and you won't go wrong..EVER!! (last one with added ISBN, you're welcome :hatsoff:
NB: The only caveat is that she tends to tone down the spices for the foreign/non-Indian types (Mrs Surge doubles, as a minimum, the chilli)
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 26, 2020, 12:36:33 AM
I present to you my Chicken Tikka Masala. It turned out nice.
I didn't use grilled chicken skewers for simplicity's sake. Instead, I caramelized some onions with the chicken and let the sauce cook down to intensify the flavor. It was less saucy but that was fine because of the intensity. :tu:
Pioneer X opened a new bag of rice and a domestic American beer. :cheers:
Post by: Tet on June 26, 2020, 01:10:40 AM
Thanks for posting the book Surge, my wife has Tried to make Indian food a couple of times, but it’s never turned out quite right. I like the paneer too - the takeout place we use now has “shahi paneer”. The other great restaurant we used to have was in a really old (well, by Canadian standards!) hotel that burned down and the owners moved back to Tanzania (I think? It was the island Freddy Mercury was from). I used to get palak paneer there.
Another tangent - my hometown isn’t known for much (Bobby Hull, 1957 world hockey champions, we used to have the jr. hockey team P.K. Subban played for (and he was in the gr. 11 biology class I taught, but that’s another story!)). One thing not hockey related was we had a world famous poet Al Purdy (Charles Bukowski once called him the only other living poet besides himself that was any good, or something like that). Anyways, Al wrote a poem about that hotel, I think it was called “at the Quinte hotel”. I stayed there on my wedding night, lol
Post by: Tet on June 26, 2020, 01:13:55 AM
No jobs today, my wife even brought me out a beer so I didn’t even open one of those! A couple of glamour shots modelling my new P7 clip. I felt naked today, I couldn’t feel it in my pocket and kept thinking I didn’t have it!
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 26, 2020, 01:32:24 AM
Looks great EB!
Thanks for posting the book Surge, my wife has Tried to make Indian food a couple of times, but it’s never turned out quite right. I like the paneer too - the takeout place we use now has “shahi paneer”. The other great restaurant we used to have was in a really old (well, by Canadian standards!) hotel that burned down and the owners moved back to Tanzania (I think? It was the island Freddy Mercury was from). I used to get palak paneer there.
Another tangent - my hometown isn’t known for much (Bobby Hull, 1957 world hockey champions, we used to have the jr. hockey team P.K. Subban played for (and he was in the gr. 11 biology class I taught, but that’s another story!)). One thing not hockey related was we had a world famous poet Al Purdy (Charles Bukowski once called him the only other living poet besides himself that was any good, or something like that). Anyways, Al wrote a poem about that hotel, I think it was called “at the Quinte hotel”. I stayed there on my wedding night, lol
You suddenly reminded me of my 10th-grade chemistry class. There were orange rubber hoses connected to many of the faucets on the benches, and there were several extra rubber hoses that were used to connect the Bunsen burners to the gas source.
The teacher was doing a demonstration, and couldn't get a flame out of the Bunsen burner. He found a crack in the hose where it attached and needed to trim that off. Unable to find scissors in his desk he asked the class if anyone had a Swiss Army knife! One of my classmates said - "Why would anyone have a Swiss Army knife?" The teacher says - "I don't know a lot of people do, aren't any of you Boy Scouts?"
:o I was a Scout at the time, but in my younger days I was into single blade lockbacks. And I didn't bring mine to school with me.
These days that wouldn't fly. I believe in the US all pocketknives are prohibited in all schools, federal buildings, and courthouses.
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 26, 2020, 01:33:29 AM
Day 25
No jobs today, my wife even brought me out a beer so I didn’t even open one of those! A couple of glamour shots modelling my new P7 clip. I felt naked today, I couldn’t feel it in my pocket and kept thinking I didn’t have it!
:like: Glad the suspension clip is working well for you.
Post by: Tet on June 26, 2020, 03:33:47 AM
You suddenly reminded me of my 10th-grade chemistry class. There were orange rubber hoses connected to many of the faucets on the benches, and there were several extra rubber hoses that were used to connect the Bunsen burners to the gas source.
The teacher was doing a demonstration, and couldn't get a flame out of the Bunsen burner. He found a crack in the hose where it attached and needed to trim that off. Unable to find scissors in his desk he asked the class if anyone had a Swiss Army knife! One of my classmates said - "Why would anyone have a Swiss Army knife?" The teacher says - "I don't know a lot of people do, aren't any of you Boy Scouts?"
:o I was a Scout at the time, but in my younger days I was into single blade lockbacks. And I didn't bring mine to school with me.
These days that wouldn't fly. I believe in the US all pocketknives are prohibited in all schools, federal buildings, and courthouses.
I know those rubber hoses well!
I don’t think anyone would bat an eye if someone had a pocketknife in my school. Well, that’s not true, some of them would, but if I asked the same question your teacher did I wouldn’t think twice about it!
And yet.....it’s ok to take your sub machine gun into the legislature building in Michigan. (But not your Protest sign!).
And I lied - a builder friend came over to have a look in my attic with me, so of course I had to use the bottle opener (x2). Also exciting, I got to use my new Fenix E18R flashlight, I think it’s 40mm long and it was better than his giant pro light :)
Post by: Tet on June 26, 2020, 03:56:24 AM
:like: Glad the suspension clip is working well for you.
Loving it! It's summer and I have it in the big pocket of my cargo shorts. It's always kind of heavy and banging around, but I've just gotten used to it. The past 2 days I didn't even know it was there!
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 26, 2020, 04:08:49 AM
:like: Glad the suspension clip is working well for you.
:iagree: :like:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 26, 2020, 04:42:17 AM
Easy day for the PX. Here it accompanied me watering the flowers
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3918919587-4.jpg)
Post by: Tet on June 26, 2020, 02:25:32 PM
Day 25
Easy day for the PX. Here it accompanied me watering the flowers
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3918919587-4.jpg)
Beautiful!
Post by: SurgeUk on June 27, 2020, 12:39:32 AM
Not long in from work this evening (11:30pm here) and Mrs Surge decided we should celebrate with a bottle of fizz :drink:
The PX helped to slice the cork to insert the obligatory "silver coin" for good luck :tu:
Cheers all :cheers:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 27, 2020, 12:46:35 AM
I know what you're getting at. Not ALL Indian food (collectively, and wrongly, called "curry") is hot.Apologies; this should have been "Day 25" (I've lost track :think: :facepalm: )
Moreover, I really do not dislike those dishes which are, by their very nature, not hot. I just object to those that purport to serve (restaurants, I'm looking at you here) dishes as being "authentic" when I know they are not (think central London or, quite frankly, central anywhere outside of India)
My oldest friends are Indian/Pakistani/Bangladeshi and laugh openly at some of the dishes we call "Indian" (think onion bhaji etc.)
One of my favourite dishes is Chiilli Paneer (just google it, it's easier) but the clue is in the name "Chiili" and it is supposed to be "warm" :ahhh
I'm also a HUGE fan of Vindaloo*. This is often a misunderstood dish (mostly down to the Brits to be fair ::) ) But, if done right, is a very pungent and not as warm as you might think (it's not a Tikka Masala though; which is a British created, so be warned)
NB: *Vindaloo is traditionally done with Pork, having come from Goa and therefore was a Christian dish (inspired by the Portuguese who introduced the Goans to vinegar)
Anyway, having digressed (greatly) here's a pic' of the PX helping to cut some Rosemary from the garden (required by herself, obviously :twak: )
I have spared you the usual Tomato shot... :dunno:
Post by: Tet on June 27, 2020, 01:17:56 AM
Helped me open a nice fresh case :)
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 27, 2020, 01:27:34 AM
It's the weekend!
Yes, I finished it before I took a picture.
Post by: SurgeUk on June 27, 2020, 01:36:31 AM
Day 26:like: :drink: :tu:
Helped me open a nice fresh case :)
Post by: SurgeUk on June 27, 2020, 01:37:07 AM
Day 26Well, why wait :like: :tu: :drink:
It's the weekend!
Yes, I finished it before I took a picture.
Post by: Tet on June 27, 2020, 01:41:09 AM
Day 26:drink:
It's the weekend!
Yes, I finished it before I took a picture.
Post by: Tet on June 27, 2020, 01:43:26 AM
Well, why wait :like: :tu: :drink:
:cheers: to you to surge!
I saw you said you're from London. My stepfather was from London, too. Not entirely sure which part, except it is the part where they cheer for West Ham! He had to be moved out to the countryside (Preston) for a while to live with relatives as a child when the bombings were going on.
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 27, 2020, 03:21:09 AM
Noticed this morning that the curtain thingies (no idea what they are called) were loose. Can opener had it fixed in no time :tu:
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3919513398-4.jpg)
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 27, 2020, 04:33:44 AM
Day 26
Noticed this morning that the curtain thingies (no idea what they are called) were loose. Can opener had it fixed in no time :tu:
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3919513398-4.jpg)
I hate it when my thingies get loose. That's why I think it's better to carry the opener layer on the Pioneer X instead of the Combo tool on the Compact.
though I think I need an Alox Bantam in my life.
Post by: SurgeUk on June 27, 2020, 10:27:46 AM
I hate it when my thingies get loose. That's why I think it's better to carry the opener layer on the Pioneer X instead of the Combo tool on the Compact.Nobody needs "loose thingies" :ahhh :rofl:
though I think I need an Alox Bantam in my life.
Post by: SurgeUk on June 27, 2020, 05:49:37 PM
:cheers: to you to surge!
I saw you said you're from London. My stepfather was from London, too. Not entirely sure which part, except it is the part where they cheer for West Ham! He had to be moved out to the countryside (Preston) for a while to live with relatives as a child when the bombings were going on.
I am indeed from London, albeit from the other side from where your stepfather hailed from.
To be honest, if you google West Ham (football aside) you will see that it is at about 3 o' clock on the map of London and I am from the opposing side (about 9 o' clock)
That is quite a distinct change in the demographic and, if you are into football, could cause some "issues" (we do seem to love a fight over football here in the UK :td: )
Thankfully, I can not abide football and prefer Rugby. I know that Canada has a team, or two, but for those who don't quite understand it's like "American Football?" just for men... :duel:
NB: It also helps that we're not too bad at it, unlike actual football :doh:
As for being moved to the countryside (Preston, in Lancashire) could hardly be called the countryside (I have been there) It was, and is, a large industrial city in the north west of England but, certainly greener than West Ham.
Moreover, as a young lad from West Ham (evacuee) this would have been the arse end of nowhere and, as a fan of "West Ham" I'm sure the fans of "Preston North End" would have greeted him warmly...by the throat :megaslap:
All joking aside. He was sent to safety and would have been welcomed but, might have had a tough time as "soft shandy drinking southern ba*t*rd" :pok:
We used to call it character building :dunno: (kids are cruel buggers though) :P
Post by: Tet on June 27, 2020, 07:12:19 PM
I am indeed from London, albeit from the other side from where your stepfather hailed from.
To be honest, if you google West Ham (football aside) you will see that it is at about 3 o' clock on the map of London and I am from the opposing side (about 9 o' clock)
That is quite a distinct change in the demographic and, if you are into football, could cause some "issues" (we do seem to love a fight over football here in the UK :td: )
Thankfully, I can not abide football and prefer Rugby. I know that Canada has a team, or two, but for those who don't quite understand it's like "American Football?" just for men... :duel:
NB: It also helps that we're not too bad at it, unlike actual football :doh:
As for being moved to the countryside (Preston, in Lancashire) could hardly be called the countryside (I have been there) It was, and is, a large industrial city in the north west of England but, certainly greener than West Ham.
Moreover, as a young lad from West Ham (evacuee) this would have been the arse end of nowhere and, as a fan of "West Ham" I'm sure the fans of "Preston North End" would have greeted him warmly...by the throat :megaslap:
All joking aside. He was sent to safety and would have been welcomed but, might have had a tough time as "soft shandy drinking southern ba*t*rd" :pok:
We used to call it character building :dunno: (kids are cruel buggers though) :P
Thanks for the reply! Now that you say it I do remember knowing West Ham was at 3:00 - I wasn't sure why West Ham was in the East!
By Rugby I hope you mean Union, not that other weird thing called League! We do play a lot of rugby in Canada. The main regions it's played have mostly been BC and Ontario, but the last little while it has spread quite a bit. I've heard commentators from traditional rugby countries say that we comparatively have really good club rugby here, they don't understand why our national team isn't better. I'm pretty sure that it's because of the elite level players are all playing hockey instead. I played with a guy in high school that was amazing, he ended up playing in the NHL for years. I am in fact an old broken down rugby player (mostly a flanker but have also played #8 and lock), in fact I only stopped playing a few years ago when I got hurt playing hockey. We have an "old boys" league +35 that I played in, and as I aged played for the mens 2nd team. I also have coached my high school team for 15 yrs. Most of the guys I played with also had a dislike for your type of "football", however I lived in Germany a few times and developed an appreciation for it. Probably because that was the only team sport I could watch!
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 27, 2020, 07:17:13 PM
Thanks for the reply! Now that you say it I do remember knowing West Ham was at 3:00 - I wasn't sure why West Ham was in the East!
By Rugby I hope you mean Union, not that other weird thing called League! We do play a lot of rugby in Canada. The main regions it's played have mostly been BC and Ontario, but the last little while it has spread quite a bit. I've heard commentators from traditional rugby countries say that we comparatively have really good club rugby here, they don't understand why our national team isn't better. I'm pretty sure that it's because of the elite level players are all playing hockey instead. I played with a guy in high school that was amazing, he ended up playing in the NHL for years. I am in fact an old broken down rugby player (mostly a flanker but have also played #8 and lock), in fact I only stopped playing a few years ago when I got hurt playing hockey. We have an "old boys" league +35 that I played in, and as I aged played for the mens 2nd team. I also have coached my high school team for 15 yrs. Most of the guys I played with also had a dislike for your type of "football", however I lived in Germany a few times and developed an appreciation for it. Probably because that was the only team sport I could watch!
Don't worry I dislike my type of football too.
Post by: SurgeUk on June 27, 2020, 07:35:56 PM
Ok, so today didn't really happen (late finish last night) So, the PX was confined to opening mail today :whistle:
Anyway, here's the post glory shot of my new SAR "Thin Orange Line" velcro badge and wrist band (with added PX) :salute:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 27, 2020, 07:37:52 PM
DAY 27
Ok, so today didn't really happen (late finish last night) So, the PX was confined to opening mail today :whistle:
Anyway, here's the post glory shot of my new SAR "Thin Orange Line" velcro badge and wrist band (with added PX) :salute:
(The thin Orange line) :cheers: (The thin Blue line)
Post by: SurgeUk on June 27, 2020, 07:59:55 PM
Thanks for the reply! Now that you say it I do remember knowing West Ham was at 3:00 - I wasn't sure why West Ham was in the East!There is a "West Ham" because there is an "East Ham" :D Although it wouldn't be apparent if you don't live here (and you don't :whistle: )
By Rugby I hope you mean Union, not that other weird thing called League! We do play a lot of rugby in Canada. The main regions it's played have mostly been BC and Ontario, but the last little while it has spread quite a bit. I've heard commentators from traditional rugby countries say that we comparatively have really good club rugby here, they don't understand why our national team isn't better. I'm pretty sure that it's because of the elite level players are all playing hockey instead. I played with a guy in high school that was amazing, he ended up playing in the NHL for years. I am in fact an old broken down rugby player (mostly a flanker but have also played #8 and lock), in fact I only stopped playing a few years ago when I got hurt playing hockey. We have an "old boys" league +35 that I played in, and as I aged played for the mens 2nd team. I also have coached my high school team for 15 yrs. Most of the guys I played with also had a dislike for your type of "football", however I lived in Germany a few times and developed an appreciation for it. Probably because that was the only team sport I could watch!
Anyway, I suspect that reason your national team isn't better (and it should be) is because, not-with-standing the NHL stuff, most of the non-traditional rugby playing countries (I suggest Italy here, because Mrs Surge is "one of them") tend to import players with somewhat tenuous links to the country to bolster the national team :whistle: )
The problem then is that there are no indigenous players, bought up through the ranks, and playing for clubs, who are then available for selection to the National Team and it becomes a situation familiar to the England national football team
Essentially, our national football team (and others, of course) can only select from club players, who are mostly, foreign nationals and not eligible for selection by virtue of that very fact.
Until such time as the great British (insert appropriate country) public care more about the National Team (instead of their club) nothing will change anytime soon :dunno:
I could continue to rant, and probably will, but only about Rugby :rant:
I could not give a "flying one" about football >:(
Post by: SurgeUk on June 27, 2020, 08:09:29 PM
(The thin Orange line) :cheers: (The thin Blue line):like: :cheers: :salute:
I was "TBL" previously and I am currently TOL (volunteer role) For the day job it's TPL (purple if you were wondering) :whistle:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 27, 2020, 08:18:59 PM
:like: :cheers: :salute:
I was "TBL" previously and I am currently TOL (volunteer role) For the day job it's TPL (purple if you were wondering) :whistle:
Well between you and me... I used to be on the TGL. I'm not on the TBL, I just know what it is.
Post by: SurgeUk on June 27, 2020, 08:39:21 PM
Well between you and me... I used to be on the TGL. I'm not on the TBL, I just know what it is.It's a team effort and requires all of us to come together and look after each other, regardless.
If you didn't do what you did we wouldn't be able to do what we did (and others still do) :salute: :hatsoff:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 27, 2020, 08:51:23 PM
It's a team effort and requires all of us to come together and look after each other, regardless.
If you didn't do what you did we wouldn't be able to do what we did (and others still do) :salute: :hatsoff:
Indeed - though I must warn you that identifying the TGL will take a good amount of research, as I realize it probably isnt the TGL that you think it is. Some clues: I believe the TGL is akin to the TYL in your neck of the woods, and the TGL isn't in that color nowadays. :salute:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 27, 2020, 09:14:53 PM
Indeed - though I must warn you that identifying the TGL will take a good amount of research, as I realize it probably isnt the TGL that you think it is. Some clues: I believe the TGL is akin to the TYL in your neck of the woods, and the TGL isn't in that color nowadays. :salute:I thought (perhaps wrongly :dunno: ) that it was to do with Security (and or dispatchers if you interpret it as the TGL/TYL)
The trouble is that what is represented by something "here" is not quite what's represented "over the pond"
For example; I have been; over the years: Military (regular & reserve) Security (mostly investigation) Prison, Police and currently Customs/BorderForce (TPL here in the UK) I am also a Search & Rescue Volunteer, which is the TOL? :ahhh
It gets too confusing when there is no parity.
Regardless, I salute you :salute:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 27, 2020, 09:30:33 PM
I thought (perhaps wrongly :dunno: ) that it was to do with Security (and or dispatchers if you interpret it as the TGL/TYL)
The trouble is that what is represented by something "here" is not quite what's represented "over the pond"
For example; I have been; over the years: Military (regular & reserve) Security (mostly investigation) Prison, Police and currently Customs/BorderForce (TPL here in the UK) I am also a Search & Rescue Volunteer, which is the TOL? :ahhh
It gets too confusing when there is no parity.
Regardless, I salute you :salute:
Oh my, theres so many groups - I was thinking the Ambulance service was yellow over by you. It used to be green over here but these days its mostly privatized or volunteer, and sadly invisible
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 27, 2020, 11:52:50 PM
Package duty - opened a new phone stand to help with new WFH responsibilities.
Post by: Tet on June 28, 2020, 02:06:10 AM
Day 27
Package duty - opened a new phone stand to help with new WFH responsibilities.
Nice! Has the transition to working from home been smooth? Were you doing any before?
Post by: Tet on June 28, 2020, 02:10:33 AM
I’ve got a bit of a leak, I took the stupid plastic off of this can today. Also cut open a few other things.
Ordered that blue Farmer X today! Looking forward to trying that bad boy out next month. It’s being accompanied by a cheese master 🧀. I may swap out its scales.
Post by: Tet on June 28, 2020, 02:16:10 AM
The problem was a bit different than it appeared before I cut some strapping away. I told my builder friend and he said “oh, I have some special tape we bring in from Switzerland, you don’t need that spray now”. :facepalm:
Post by: Tet on June 28, 2020, 02:17:08 AM
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 28, 2020, 02:21:02 AM
Am I the only one who thinks the face palm guy :facepalm: is Jean-Luc Picard every time I see him?
It is Jean Luc Picard :facepalm:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 28, 2020, 02:31:00 AM
Nice! Has the transition to working from home been smooth? Were you doing any before?
I'm what they call "essential" (I'm thinking "expendable") so I've been going to work all along. They have transitioned some responsibilities to be done remotely, so I'm happy about that.
Post by: Tet on June 28, 2020, 02:56:09 AM
It is Jean Luc Picard :facepalm:
haha really? Then they did a good job!
Good that you're getting some stuff done remotely. Do you think you will stay that way after (if? I'm staying positive) there's a vaccine? I think there will be a number of fields where they will realize after this that some stuff can be done more efficiently/better in ways they've had to adapt to
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 28, 2020, 03:50:23 AM
haha really? Then they did a good job!
Good that you're getting some stuff done remotely. Do you think you will stay that way after (if? I'm staying positive) there's a vaccine? I think there will be a number of fields where they will realize after this that some stuff can be done more efficiently/better in ways they've had to adapt to
Indeed you did Tet :cheers:
I think there will be a lot of jobs that will become remote (in part at least) - the commercial real estate market is going to go belly up though. Office space will become dirt cheap. I doubt the business decisions will hinge on a vaccine - there are too many unknowns about it. Some of my friends have no plan to be pulled back to their offices, and some are going in 1-2 days a week if their job has hands-on aspects. The ones that aren't being called back to the office say their workflow has been just fine that way.... even project managers that are actually in charge of building things get to stay at home to manage remotely, and will occasionally go to job sites.
Historically a good vaccine takes 4 to 10 years to research and develop. The "rapid" technology that some of these companies are planning on using was invented beforehand and has never been put into action before - so there's a lot of uncertainty. It's been 6 years since the last time a vaccine was developed to completion. We want this vaccine fast, but not rushed. At this point, I'm thinking that as long as we keep the curve flat, this virus has to circulate at a low level for 2-3 years, and then we will be able to deal with it better. We've managed to flatten the curve in the Northeast, unfortunately, its getting steeper in the Southeast and some other areas.
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 28, 2020, 04:36:06 AM
Package duty today. Awl to open it, blade to break it down. You all know how a package looks like though, so here is a photo of the PX with some flowers instead :D
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3920015195-4.jpg)
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 28, 2020, 06:26:02 PM
Today I made a riff on baked beans. I added enough ham and bacon to make it a meal, along with some crusty bread. There's an onion in there - one must eat their vegetables. Oh, and there's bourbon in there - one must quench one's thirst. It tastes great.
Pioneer X opened the can of beans, and sliced the onion.
Post by: SurgeUk on June 28, 2020, 07:24:29 PM
Day 28:like: :tu: :drool:
Today I made a riff on baked beans. I added enough ham and bacon to make it a meal, along with some crusty bread. There's an onion in there - one must eat their vegetables. Oh, and there's bourbon in there - one must quench one's thirst. It tastes great.
Pioneer X opened the can of beans, and sliced the onion.
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 29, 2020, 02:18:43 AM
Not much use today. Here is a pic with some other red Alox :D
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3920549666-4.jpg)
Post by: Tet on June 29, 2020, 02:19:42 AM
Day 28
Today I made a riff on baked beans. I added enough ham and bacon to make it a meal, along with some crusty bread. There's an onion in there - one must eat their vegetables. Oh, and there's bourbon in there - one must quench one's thirst. It tastes great.
Pioneer X opened the can of beans, and sliced the onion.
Glad you got some veggies today! Plus...barley’s a plant, right?
Also in case I forget on Tuesday, thanks for organizing this EB! I really enjoyed it. Learned a lot, too! (Also found some more ways to spend some $$$ :whistle:)
Post by: Tet on June 29, 2020, 02:20:06 AM
Day 28Nice group SVL!
Not much use today. Here is a pic with some other red Alox :D
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3920549666-4.jpg)
Post by: Tet on June 29, 2020, 02:22:23 AM
Not too much today. Was out with the family for a bike ride/picnic and sliced open a package of cheese. No action shot, so here’s one posing on my bike.
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 29, 2020, 02:26:17 AM
Glad you got some veggies today! Plus...barley’s a plant, right?
Also in case I forget on Tuesday, thanks for organizing this EB! I really enjoyed it. Learned a lot, too! (Also found some more ways to spend some $$$ :whistle:)
My pleasure. It's a good small group of us and I really enjoy our conversations. And I'm glad you're picking up on a hobby that brings us hours of fun -- which may not make up for the hours of work we have to put in to support our hobby :whistle:
Post by: BClogic on June 29, 2020, 03:19:58 AM
Day 28Ouch! Don’t forget before you saddle up!
Not too much today. Was out with the family for a bike ride/picnic and sliced open a package of cheese. No action shot, so here’s one posing on my bike.
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Post by: SurgeUk on June 29, 2020, 09:28:24 AM
Another late one yesterday (I didn't actually get in until today, 29th ::) )
However, I did manage to use the PX to adjust the door hinges on an ageing Ikea wardrobe, before I was called in to work :tu:
Have a good day all :salute:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 29, 2020, 01:42:26 PM
DAY 28
Another late one yesterday (I didn't actually get in until today, 29th ::) )
However, I did manage to use the PX to adjust the door hinges on an ageing Ikea wardrobe, before I was called in to work :tu:
Have a good day all :salute:
what have you got there above the wardrobe?
:pok:
Post by: ReamerPunch on June 29, 2020, 03:47:56 PM
Day 28
Not much use today. Here is a pic with some other red Alox :D
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3920549666-4.jpg)
What a lovely shade of red. :dd:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 30, 2020, 01:44:50 AM
If you ask me, there's a proper Swiss Army Knight's way to eat an apple, or any other firm hearty fruit like a pear or the occasional peach, for that matter. The basic premise here is to make individual bite-sized "chips", or "shards" from the fruit, using the previously cut flat surface for the edge of the next bite-sized chip. In this manner, the fruit is carved away, one bite at a time, making successively deeper cuts... always keeping the freshly exposed flat surface as the leading edge of the next slice... and taking care to maintain a fairly consistent peel-to-flesh ratio until no more peel remains. As the cuts begin to expose the seeds, care is taken to extricate them from the fruit while successive deeper cuts are made and no consumable fruit is wasted.
Mind you, these cuts are not made against a cutting board - they're careful pull cuts made toward the thumb of the dominant hand, but before the blade makes it through the fruit, the fruit is rotated 90 to 135 degrees (sometimes as much as 150 degrees) in the same axis as the hinge of the knife such that the fruit is cut almost though-and-though without the blade making contact with the Knight's thumb. At the last moment, the morsel of fruit is secured between the blade and the thumb of the dominant hand and snapped off. Bringing it to the lips with SAK still in hand like a Knight at a feast is optional but encouraged,
Post by: Tet on June 30, 2020, 02:24:00 AM
Day 29
Just opened a few packages today bIt no action shots. Here’s my PX posing against my daughters “fairy door” in the garden. :dunno:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 30, 2020, 04:32:08 AM
I had setup a temporary fence a while back, so the dogs wouldn't run in a newly seeded grass area. The grass has grown enough by now, so the fence was no longer needed. Used the can opener to pull the staples until I could grab them with the Spirit. Joint effort :cheers:
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3921428630-4.jpg)
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 30, 2020, 04:32:38 AM
Looks good EB! That’s definitely the most detailed review of eating an apple I’ve ever seen!
Day 29
Just opened a few packages today bIt no action shots. Here’s my PX posing against my daughters “fairy door” in the garden. :dunno:
That is a cute photo :D :tu:
Post by: SirVicaLot on June 30, 2020, 04:33:16 AM
What a lovely shade of red. :dd:
My favorite Alox color. My least favorite cellidor color. I know, I know :dunno:
Post by: ElevenBlade on June 30, 2020, 04:56:46 AM
Day 29
I had setup a temporary fence a while back, so the dogs wouldn't run in a newly seeded grass area. The grass has grown enough by now, so the fence was no longer needed. Used the can opener to pull the staples until I could grab them with the Spirit. Joint effort :cheers:
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3921428630-4.jpg)
:like:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 30, 2020, 01:21:08 PM
Looks good EB! That’s definitely the most detailed review of eating an apple I’ve ever seen!:iagree: I have just ordered a box of Vic' apples in order to eat them in the approved "EB" manner :salute:
Day 29
Just opened a few packages today bIt no action shots. Here’s my PX posing against my daughters “fairy door” in the garden. :dunno:
:like: Well Tet, if you don't have a "fairy door" how will they get in and out :think: :dunno:
Post by: SurgeUk on June 30, 2020, 01:35:23 PM
what have you got there above the wardrobe?That would be the hat for my Number 1 Dress Uniform :salute: (it's my uniform wardrobe, in the spare room)
:pok:
It only gets worn on occasions that require proper formal attire such as Remembrance Day at the Cenotaph, meeting heads of state, ministers or other uniformed agencies on non-operational duties or public meetings etc.
I don't do much of the latter four activities these days, so it's mostly just Remembrance Day (hence the poppy in the headband area)
Post by: SurgeUk on June 30, 2020, 01:47:56 PM
Another being called in to work day yesterday ::) (29th) only this time it was a very late finish (4am here :ahhh )
I did manage to get a shot of the PX in action, albeit briefly, before leaving. It helped to remove the price tag from a tee-shirt. This was purchased by my "fashion advisor" Mrs Surge, who "advised" that I liked it :twak:
I shall attempt to wear said garment today whilst avoiding work ;)
Post by: SurgeUk on June 30, 2020, 03:06:24 PM
Getting todays one in early (just in case I end up working again ::) )
I was asked :twak: :pok: by Mrs Surge to repair a trellis fence attachment on an adjoining wall (not our wall)
The PX flathead screwdriver was put to use and the problem resolved (until such time as the wall crumbles that is :dunno: :whistle: )
Post by: Tet on July 01, 2020, 12:55:31 AM
My favorite Alox color. My least favorite cellidor color. I know, I know :dunno:
Well SVL, my children think it’s hilarious that I like peanuts but not peanut butter :dunno:
Post by: Tet on July 01, 2020, 01:01:28 AM
Last day! Thanks for the ride everyone, it’s been fun!
So I got a rack for my bike, here’s a shot of me getting it out of the packaging. I’d planned a triumphant final shot of the PX posing on the fully assembled rack...but alas, apparently mine is one of the few that have the wrong brake setup, and it needs an adapter. Which of course he always has laying around, except today! Looks like I’ll be lugging the pack on my back one more time. Tomorrow’s a holiday in these parts, happy Canada Day, eh!
Post by: ElevenBlade on July 01, 2020, 01:54:47 AM
Final Thoughts
Another challenge in the books. I'd like to thank everyone for joining me on the ride - on such short notice. This challenge is one that I'd been looking forward to, as an actual challenge. In our discussions on several threads. day in and day out, we go to and fro trying to come up with the ideal Swiss Army Knife for EDC... on practical terms and also technical ones. I had EDC'ed the 1961 Soldier model for more than a decade when I caved in and added scissors to my system. First it was in a Vx Classic, then a LM Micra, then a Vx Compact... I never liked the 2-Tool combo method - either tool becoming a One Trick Pony for very long made me want to reevaluate and try something new. So my tried and true Soldier which lacked only scissors could easily be replaced with a Pioneer X - it's a no brainer. Or is it? We all seem to find that the Pioneer X is inexplicably heavy - more cumbersome than the similarly built Farmer, or even the larger Huntsman or Swisschamp.
While I've gotten somewhat used to the PioneerX in terms of weight, truth be told, I'm reminded that it's there at least once a day. One uncalculated replacement of the suspension clip on the pocket edge, one switch of which leg is folded over the other at a meeting at work, one unmindful placement of my keys or a granola bar into the same pocket, and the PioneerX makes its presence known.
Regardless, based on everything else that is good about the PioneerX, I will continue to carry it as the advantages are significant.
Again, thank you all for the lively discussions and photography. I'll see you all in November for the Minimalist Challenge, where I will be in the fray with the Compact. :hatsoff:
Post by: SirVicaLot on July 01, 2020, 04:58:28 AM
Well SVL, my children think it’s hilarious that I like peanuts but not peanut butter :dunno:
Well, I drink to that :D :cheers:
Post by: SirVicaLot on July 01, 2020, 05:03:50 AM
Day 30
Final Thoughts
Another challenge in the books. I'd like to thank everyone for joining me on the ride - on such short notice. This challenge is one that I'd been looking forward to, as an actual challenge. In our discussions on several threads. day in and day out, we go to and fro trying to come up with the ideal Swiss Army Knife for EDC... on practical terms and also technical ones. I had EDC'ed the 1961 Soldier model for more than a decade when I caved in and added scissors to my system. First it was in a Vx Classic, then a LM Micra, then a Vx Compact... I never liked the 2-Tool combo method - either tool becoming a One Trick Pony for very long made me want to reevaluate and try something new. So my tried and true Soldier which lacked only scissors could easily be replaced with a Pioneer X - it's a no brainer. Or is it? We all seem to find that the Pioneer X is inexplicably heavy - more cumbersome than the similarly built Farmer, or even the larger Huntsman or Swisschamp.
While I've gotten somewhat used to the PioneerX in terms of weight, truth be told, I'm reminded that it's there at least once a day. One uncalculated replacement of the suspension clip on the pocket edge, one switch of which leg is folded over the other at a meeting at work, one unmindful placement of my keys or a granola bar into the same pocket, and the PioneerX makes its presence known.
Regardless, based on everything else that is good about the PioneerX, I will continue to carry it as the advantages are significant.
Again, thank you all for the lively discussions and photography. I'll see you all in November for the Minimalist Challenge, where I will be in the fray with the Compact. :hatsoff:
Thanks for starting it, EB :salute:
I agree with your conclusions, as I have found the same true for me. For some reason the PX does not feel right in the pocket. I cannot really explain it :dunno: After the challenge I will go back to the trusty Pioneer/Spirit combo. Found after the Fieldmaster challenge earlier this year, it is still my go-to combo because it works great for me. The PX will find its place in my tool drawer again, only coming out every once in a while.
Post by: SirVicaLot on July 01, 2020, 05:06:10 AM
Used the blade to open a new bag of dog food. The awl got used on a box, scissors to cut a loose thread. The usual :D
Here it is again, with all tools deployed :cheers:
(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p3922102493-4.jpg)
(Yes I know, the blade needs cleaning :facepalm: )
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on July 01, 2020, 08:20:09 AM
Post by: ReamerPunch on July 01, 2020, 08:43:37 AM
Post by: Storm on July 01, 2020, 01:33:34 PM
Post by: ElevenBlade on July 01, 2020, 01:59:13 PM
I'll add my thanks for a most entertaining thread and challenge. :hatsoff: to all the participants
Thanks for an awesome read, everyone! Great pics and uses! :like:
Good work, y’awl, it’s been following this one, sad I missed it as I was on the 30/30 challenge on the Edge tool threads! Congratulations on completing the Pioneer X challenge! :cheers:
Thanks for starting it, EB :salute:
I agree with your conclusions, as I have found the same true for me. For some reason the PX does not feel right in the pocket. I cannot really explain it :dunno: After the challenge I will go back to the trusty Pioneer/Spirit combo. Found after the Fieldmaster challenge earlier this year, it is still my go-to combo because it works great for me. The PX will find its place in my tool drawer again, only coming out every once in a while.
:cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
:hatsoff:
Post by: SurgeUk on July 01, 2020, 05:11:14 PM
Day 30I would like to echo your words on a brilliant challenge (which I failed at ::) :rant: )
Final Thoughts
Another challenge in the books. I'd like to thank everyone for joining me on the ride - on such short notice. This challenge is one that I'd been looking forward to, as an actual challenge. In our discussions on several threads. day in and day out, we go to and fro trying to come up with the ideal Swiss Army Knife for EDC... on practical terms and also technical ones. I had EDC'ed the 1961 Soldier model for more than a decade when I caved in and added scissors to my system. First it was in a Vx Classic, then a LM Micra, then a Vx Compact... I never liked the 2-Tool combo method - either tool becoming a One Trick Pony for very long made me want to reevaluate and try something new. So my tried and true Soldier which lacked only scissors could easily be replaced with a Pioneer X - it's a no brainer. Or is it? We all seem to find that the Pioneer X is inexplicably heavy - more cumbersome than the similarly built Farmer, or even the larger Huntsman or Swisschamp.
While I've gotten somewhat used to the PioneerX in terms of weight, truth be told, I'm reminded that it's there at least once a day. One uncalculated replacement of the suspension clip on the pocket edge, one switch of which leg is folded over the other at a meeting at work, one unmindful placement of my keys or a granola bar into the same pocket, and the PioneerX makes its presence known.
Regardless, based on everything else that is good about the PioneerX, I will continue to carry it as the advantages are significant.
Again, thank you all for the lively discussions and photography. I'll see you all in November for the Minimalist Challenge, where I will be in the fray with the Compact. :hatsoff:
However, I greatly enjoyed taking part, regardless :tu:
I am participating in the MTO (Anything Goes) Anniversary Challenge so I'm sure the PX will resurface :whistle:
Thanks to you EB :hatsoff: and also to all those that have made this an entertaining experience.
It was a good way to spend June in a sort of lockdown (for me anyway :dunno: )
Post by: MacGyver on July 24, 2020, 01:08:30 PM
I got a little baffled however by some of your thoughts on the PX.... Some of you actually feel the PX is heavy and cumbersome...? :think: ???
I'm intrigued... I don't feel that at all. I was carrying mainly a Climber before, and it doesn't really feel heavier that that to me, with pretty much the same main tool set. And it's much less cumbersome and overall easier to use than than Climber. It's the same thickness as the Compact, and it has 3 layers.
I have to say that after moving to the PX as an EDC that a lot of two layer cellidors (maybe not the Compact) feel like light toys to me now... :whistle:
Post by: ElevenBlade on July 24, 2020, 01:20:32 PM
Since i'm a recent PX convert user, this thread was a joy to read (and watch). Thanks :tu:
I got a little baffled however by some of your thoughts on the PX.... Some of you actually feel the PX is heavy and cumbersome...? :think: ???
I'm intrigued... I don't feel that at all. I was carrying mainly a Climber before, and it doesn't really feel heavier that that to me, with pretty much the same main tool set. And it's much less cumbersome and overall easier to use than than Climber. It's the same thickness as the Compact, and it has 3 layers.
I have to say that after moving to the PX as an EDC that a lot of two layer cellidors (maybe not the Compact) feel like light toys to me now... :whistle:
Welcome to the PX club. :cheers: I've been carrying the PX every day since the begining of this challenge. I admit that I am used to the weight at this point. But I'm a recent Compact user, and I still fuss around with it in the EDC basket on the dresser. Even though its about the same thickness, it feels much heavier in comparison.
That said - the PX is growing on me since I'm noticing it less.
Post by: Jazz on July 25, 2020, 12:58:03 PM
DAY 30
Getting todays one in early (just in case I end up working again ::) )
I was asked :twak: :pok: by Mrs Surge to repair a trellis fence attachment on an adjoining wall (not our wall)
The PX flathead screwdriver was put to use and the problem resolved (until such time as the wall crumbles that is :dunno: :whistle: )
I really like the glow fob. Can you please tell me where you got it?
P.S. I can't remember if I already asked this same question. ???
Post by: SurgeUk on July 25, 2020, 03:48:48 PM
I really like the glow fob. Can you please tell me where you got it?
P.S. I can't remember if I already asked this same question. ???
Here you go Jazz. I was pointed in their direction by GearedForwards :hatsoff: who had ordered some different things :tu:
https://www.polymathproducts.co.uk/
Post by: Jazz on July 26, 2020, 02:49:50 PM
Here you go Jazz. I was pointed in their direction by GearedForwards :hatsoff: who had ordered some different things :tu:
https://www.polymathproducts.co.uk/
Thank you kindly.