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Title: How do you tote your 111
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 29, 2014, 04:48:53 AM
So I have a GAK which as you know is an example of Vics 111mm line of knives.

Love this thing and its super tough pry tool cap lifter. Not having a pocket clip I am at a loss for how to carry it. Hoping that when my P2 Skinth gets here my issue will be sorted and for now I keep it in a Gerber MP 600 sheath on my body armor.

My question to you is how did you solve this question and carry your fatty SAK?
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: WoodMan on December 29, 2014, 05:07:38 AM
My OHT (virtually identical to a GAK) fits perfectly in a Maxpedition Single Sheath.
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: 16VGTIDave on December 29, 2014, 05:26:22 AM
Paracord loop through the keyring, with carabiner or S-biner. Clip to belt or belt loop and dangle into pocket. The worst that has ever happened was the knife got pulled out of my pocket when a branch snagged the paracord.

All my larger SAK's get dangled into pockets rather than sitting at the bottom.
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: JBW1 on December 29, 2014, 05:41:14 AM
My OHT (virtually identical to a GAK) fits perfectly in a Maxpedition Single Sheath.
I'm new to sheaths, but maxpedition has some good looking stuff
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 29, 2014, 05:55:24 AM
My OHT (virtually identical to a GAK) fits perfectly in a Maxpedition Single Sheath.

I am a fan of the Maxpedition gear, thanks for finding this.
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: toolguy on December 29, 2014, 07:19:28 AM
This is made for the Vic 111.It uses a snap that has the Vic cross logo.It's made of heavy duty cordura.

http://www.adorama.com/VI33232.html
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: Jothra on December 29, 2014, 07:22:43 AM
I pocket carried my Outrider. It was a tad large for it, but as long as is sat vertically in my pocket, it was comfortable and not too obvious. Of course, at the time (as now) it was jeans, jeans, jeans, all the time.

Edit: It is telling, however, that once I started substitute teaching more regularly, I switched back to a 91 or 85 mm.
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 29, 2014, 08:16:33 AM
This is made for the Vic 111.It uses a snap that has the Vic cross logo.It's made of heavy duty cordura.

http://www.adorama.com/VI33232.html


Thats a nice pouch, thanks.
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: toolguy on December 29, 2014, 08:26:01 AM
This is made for the Vic 111.It uses a snap that has the Vic cross logo.It's made of heavy duty cordura.

http://www.adorama.com/VI33232.html

Thats a nice pouch, thanks.

You're welcome and there's no shipping fees!
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: SAK Guy on December 29, 2014, 08:51:55 AM
Have all 3 Vic nylon sheaths and all work fine.

Velcro
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/VicRucksack_zpsf5b12479.jpg)

MOLLE
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/VicMollePouch_zpsc8a75467.jpg)

and the one with the snap (lousy pic)
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/pouch_zps1e8af0b7.jpg)
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 29, 2014, 09:12:38 AM

Have all 3 Vic nylon sheaths and all work fine.


I am very confused by this.  :think:
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: kkokkolis on December 29, 2014, 09:31:07 AM
I like the MOLLE seath. It is soft and adaptable for many tools (111mm, Spirit and most tools around 4"), it has a nice shape and it goes great with military/hunting outfits.
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: AimlessWanderer on December 29, 2014, 12:14:16 PM
I only have one 111mm, a Vic Skipper, and my solution is to leave it in the kitchen. I have no intention of carrying it
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: kkokkolis on December 29, 2014, 01:38:00 PM
That's an ultimate solution.
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: firiki on December 29, 2014, 02:15:28 PM
I have come to the conclusion that for me the 111mm ones are best carried in a vest / jacket pocket. Alternatively a sheath or a suspension clip could do it but I'm not too keen on using those.
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: SAK Guy on December 29, 2014, 03:44:35 PM

Have all 3 Vic nylon sheaths and all work fine.

                             
I am very confused by this.  :think:

 If you want to attach it to your combat vest then the MOLLE version is a great option. Also looks the coolest  IMO. But the Vic MOLLE sheath isn't a 1000 denier sheath like you're probably used to....it's more, "refined" is the word I guess. Well built but not not overbuilt if you know what I mean.
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: zimchaz on December 29, 2014, 04:56:21 PM
I might be able to contribute here.I keep my Outrider in my right cargo pocket of my combat trousers.Attached by the keyring is a foot of 550 cord which passes through a cheapy fire steel that I carefully drilled a hole through.I don't really  use this knife it is my backup option when I don't have my molle belt on that has my esee3 and LM BO Surge on.Its also kind of a last ditch survival option if I  lose everything but my pants! I loop the paracord through the buttonhole so it doesn't fall out. (http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/12/29/4f0971a513da83e7eee11e96a82c3398.jpg)
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 29, 2014, 07:36:38 PM

Have all 3 Vic nylon sheaths and all work fine.

                             
I am very confused by this.  :think:

 If you want to attach it to your combat vest then the MOLLE version is a great option. Also looks the coolest  IMO. But the Vic MOLLE sheath isn't a 1000 denier sheath like you're probably used to....it's more, "refined" is the word I guess. Well built but not not overbuilt if you know what I mean.

That Molle sheath is very cool, going to get one for sure. How is the fit? My Gerber sheath is to big for the GAK and it bounces around some in it.

When I said I was confused what I mean is I do not understand why you have three sheaths that do not fit a Trail Guide. Seems like a waste of money to me.  :pok:
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: SAK Guy on December 29, 2014, 08:39:48 PM
It fits fine but not skin tight. That other sheath in the MOLLE pic has one of my OHT's in it. They are buried in one of my bags so no new pix.

Oh, and wasting money is my hobby....just ask my Ex.
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 29, 2014, 09:05:53 PM
Yeah do not need skin tight just more better then the giant Gerber sheath I am using now.

I might have one on the way already as part of a deal I made for the CT 41 with Thomas. Bit of good luck there if it is the same kind.
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: Pignut71 on December 29, 2014, 09:14:49 PM

Paracord loop through the keyring, with carabiner or S-biner. Clip to belt or belt loop and dangle into pocket. The worst that has ever happened was the knife got pulled out of my pocket when a branch snagged the paracord.

All my larger SAK's get dangled into pockets rather than sitting at the bottom.

^^^
This, especially when wearing jeans or Jean style trousers. I sub the S-biner for a simple knot that tucks under my belt. Perfect for civilian use. A more secure clip is used where required.

Regards, Jon.


Sent using my chubby fingers...
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 29, 2014, 09:17:45 PM

Paracord loop through the keyring, with carabiner or S-biner. Clip to belt or belt loop and dangle into pocket. The worst that has ever happened was the knife got pulled out of my pocket when a branch snagged the paracord.

All my larger SAK's get dangled into pockets rather than sitting at the bottom.

^^^
This, especially when wearing jeans or Jean style trousers. I sub the S-biner for a simple knot that tucks under my belt. Perfect for civilian use. A more secure clip is used where required.

Regards, Jon.


 :worthless:


 :pok:
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: 16VGTIDave on December 29, 2014, 09:35:28 PM

:worthless:


 :pok:

Have you no imagination?... ️ Here are 2 quick pics:
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/12/29/64020d92579b6f50e2066c94427799fb.jpg)(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/12/29/b0d4210b174571587ff1cef36880b496.jpg)
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: lowtech on December 29, 2014, 10:00:24 PM
Yeah do not need skin tight just more better then the giant Gerber sheath I am using now.

I might have one on the way already as part of a deal I made for the CT 41 with Thomas. Bit of good luck there if it is the same kind.
It´s the same material, but another sheath. I hope you will like it.
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: BCNZ on December 30, 2014, 01:08:32 AM
I have a Workchamp.  It fits perfectly in a Skinth M Shield with either a AAA flashlight or mini Bic.
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: JBW1 on December 30, 2014, 01:49:59 AM
Have all 3 Vic nylon sheaths and all work fine.

MOLLE
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/VicMollePouch_zpsc8a75467.jpg)
I had no idea vic made MOLLE, looks great :tu:
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 30, 2014, 03:12:02 AM

Have you no imagination?...


You bucking for a place on the list guy?  :twak:

I was wondering about the knot someone had said they use instead of a carabiner.


I have a Workchamp.  It fits perfectly in a Skinth M Shield with either a AAA flashlight or mini Bic.


Holy giant knife batman!

Great pics and it is just a matter of time before I get me a Skinth sheath. Waiting to see how nice the P2 I have on the way is first.

Have all 3 Vic nylon sheaths and all work fine.

MOLLE
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/VicMollePouch_zpsc8a75467.jpg)
I had no idea vic made MOLLE, looks great :tu:

Right?

Want to put it on my Army combat gear in an attempt to fancy things up around here.
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: SBachman on January 01, 2015, 05:23:25 PM
I bought a pocket clip from Swiss Banco that fits my soldier perfectly.  Very easy to Cary now.
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 01, 2015, 09:47:23 PM
I bought a pocket clip from Swiss Banco that fits my soldier perfectly.  Very easy to Cary now.

I saw that while I was doing some 111 research. Got a couple of questions.

Could you post a pic of it in your pocket? Looks like it might ride a little high.

Also is there a gap between the scale and the knife now with the clip piece behind the scale now?
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: SBachman on January 01, 2015, 11:09:57 PM
There is just the smallest of gaps be tween the scale and the liner.  The steel insert fits pretty well.  I think the gap is from me tightening the screws to much and slightly warping the scale.  Does ride kinda high though.
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: Schneider on January 01, 2015, 11:28:13 PM
That pocketclip is only attached to the scale, right? Not to the liner? So if you bump against something or snag the SAK on something you might pull the scale off along with the pocketclip.
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: Grass on January 01, 2015, 11:41:20 PM
Being somewhat addicted to three layer 111mm's; I have taken to merely carrying my OHT NS low down in my pocket.

SAK's have to be hidden here; and I tried using a sheath but that added too much physical size to the SAK. The SAK by itself sits nicely and unnoticeable underneath a wallet in shorts or jeans, in particular. Yes, it means they get a bit dirty from bits and pieces, but I have the 111mm as a workhorse... it's meant to be thrashed as needed :)

Not the most useful reply, I know...! :/
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: SBachman on January 02, 2015, 12:00:21 AM
That pocketclip is only attached to the scale, right? Not to the liner? So if you bump against something or snag the SAK on something you might pull the scale off along with the pocketclip.

     The clip is just attached to the scale so in theory you could pull the scale off with a snag.  In practice though it's pretty secure.  I've hooked it on countless things since I installed it in August and it's been fine.  Last week it was in my pocket and got some good use while I pulled the engine out of my pickup.  Rolling around on the garage floor and leaning over fenders didn't hurt it at all.  Neither did a little motor oil.  I figure if the scale comes off I'll just glue it on with a little epoxy. 
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: wonderwolf on January 02, 2015, 03:18:24 AM
This is a picture I took more than a year ago, I did not have immediate access to a belt sander to finish the edges and make it smaller along the perimeter but here is my kydex/leather set up. Have carried my Trekker like this for 3 years...the original one I had was all kydex and broke after 2 years from design flaws. This one should last a mite longer.

(http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e220/wonderwolf223/0308140006.jpg) (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/wonderwolf223/media/0308140006.jpg.html)
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: kmanct3 on January 05, 2015, 06:44:20 PM
I generally keep my OHT in my pocket, I don't always wear a belt
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 05, 2015, 07:36:25 PM
I generally keep my OHT in my pocket, I don't always wear a belt

And here I just thought you we're glad to see me.  :whistle:
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: Humppa on January 06, 2015, 11:13:11 AM
I always wear a belt. The 111mm SAKs get carried in a sheath. Whatever this is - nylon, leather etc etc. If the knife fit in, it´s ok.

I also keep a Vic Atlas in my EDC bag. But just for the bigger blade and the metric screwdrivers. The LM Rebar rides shotgun on the MOLLE-Loops of that bag.
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 06, 2015, 04:44:49 PM
So I just noticed this on Metros site.

"Main Pocket: (2″ wide, 4.5″ tall, 1″ thick) LM Surge/ST300/OHT, Gerber BLUNT NOSE MP600, Victorinox 111mm knives (OHT), Multitasker Series 2."

Talking about the XL Shield.

http://skinthsolutions.com/product/xl-shield/

Something that can carry a Surge/ST300 and 111 SAKs. Like I needed another reason to get one.
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: SAK Guy on January 06, 2015, 05:28:51 PM
So I just noticed this on Metros site.

"Main Pocket: (2″ wide, 4.5″ tall, 1″ thick) LM Surge/ST300/OHT, Gerber BLUNT NOSE MP600, Victorinox 111mm knives (OHT), Multitasker Series 2."

Talking about the XL Shield.

http://skinthsolutions.com/product/xl-shield/

Something that can carry a Surge/ST300 and 111 SAKs. Like I needed another reason to get one.

Thx for the link...looking at these! :tu:
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 06, 2015, 06:25:36 PM
So I just noticed this on Metros site.

"Main Pocket: (2″ wide, 4.5″ tall, 1″ thick) LM Surge/ST300/OHT, Gerber BLUNT NOSE MP600, Victorinox 111mm knives (OHT), Multitasker Series 2."

Talking about the XL Shield.

http://skinthsolutions.com/product/xl-shield/

Something that can carry a Surge/ST300 and 111 SAKs. Like I needed another reason to get one.

Thx for the link...looking at these! :tu:

The XL is to big for the only knife you actually carry, AKA the Trail Guide.  :pok:

Well unless we count Alox's on neckers.
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: SAK Guy on January 06, 2015, 06:34:32 PM
So I just noticed this on Metros site.

"Main Pocket: (2″ wide, 4.5″ tall, 1″ thick) LM Surge/ST300/OHT, Gerber BLUNT NOSE MP600, Victorinox 111mm knives (OHT), Multitasker Series 2."

Talking about the XL Shield.

http://skinthsolutions.com/product/xl-shield/

Something that can carry a Surge/ST300 and 111 SAKs. Like I needed another reason to get one.

Thx for the link...looking at these! :tu:

The XL is to big for the only knife you actually carry, AKA the Trail Guide.  :pok:

Well unless we count Alox's on neckers.

LOL...I thought maybe a Beretta Bobcat might fit in there too.... :D
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 06, 2015, 06:40:08 PM
So I just noticed this on Metros site.

"Main Pocket: (2″ wide, 4.5″ tall, 1″ thick) LM Surge/ST300/OHT, Gerber BLUNT NOSE MP600, Victorinox 111mm knives (OHT), Multitasker Series 2."

Talking about the XL Shield.

http://skinthsolutions.com/product/xl-shield/

Something that can carry a Surge/ST300 and 111 SAKs. Like I needed another reason to get one.

Thx for the link...looking at these! :tu:

The XL is to big for the only knife you actually carry, AKA the Trail Guide.  :pok:

Well unless we count Alox's on neckers.

LOL...I thought maybe a Beretta Bobcat might fit in there too.... :D

Now we are talking. Maybe a LC 9 or a Bond Arms Derringer in a 2XL or Mondo sheath. Hide in plain site.
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: Eyegor on January 09, 2015, 07:49:19 PM
I've pocket carried a 111mm (Rucksack or Hunter) for more than 20 years without a problem. Makes me strange I guess. Stranger yet, my current EDC is a 130mm Ranger 56 and I pocket carry it as well. The only time it bothers me is if it gets crosswise in the bottom of the lower pockets on my cargo pants.
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: nate j on January 10, 2015, 03:10:55 AM
I use an Outdoor Edge belt sheath.

http://www.outdooredge.com/product-p/multi-use%20holsters.htm

Surprising good for the price, but sadly I think the ideal size for the 111 mm knives is discontinued.
Title: Re: How do you tote your 111
Post by: AimlessWanderer on January 10, 2015, 03:15:05 AM
I use an Outdoor Edge belt sheath.

http://www.outdooredge.com/product-p/multi-use%20holsters.htm

Surprising good for the price, but sadly I think the ideal size for the 111 mm knives is discontinued.

The only Outdoor Edge product I have so far is the Wedge. Excellent little knife. A lot of their other products seem good value, but aren't necessarily of relevance to me in many cases. Definitely a company to watch for future IMO