Post by: windson on October 29, 2015, 08:13:48 PM
My latest, a white vintage Compact "AEG Olympia" without a hook:
(http://i.imgur.com/aGw1ti6.jpg)
Post by: intron on October 29, 2015, 08:22:19 PM
(http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n1/intron66/D26E724A-A1A6-41D9-ACC3-F537D826FBB5.jpg) (http://s108.photobucket.com/user/intron66/media/D26E724A-A1A6-41D9-ACC3-F537D826FBB5.jpg.html)
Post by: kosmo on October 29, 2015, 09:25:44 PM
I've got a Serrated Spartan on order and I am thinking of making a double large bladed Compact.
Large blade / combo tool
Scissors
Serrated blade / Small pen blade
(Oh, and probably a back sided Phillips instead of a cork screw.)
This is a Yeoman I made from a Compact and added the magnifier/in-line Phillips layer.
(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/93/e2/4d/93e24d53364100b2e96b8b989c228c19.jpg)
Post by: windson on October 29, 2015, 09:58:13 PM
I like the Compact as I prefer to save a layer by having a combo tool instead of a committed opener layer. But I also like having a small pen blade.
I've got a Serrated Spartan on order and I am thinking of making a double large bladed Compact.
Large blade / combo tool
Scissors
Serrated blade / Small pen blade
(Oh, and probably a back sided Phillips instead of a cork screw.)
This is a Yeoman I made from a Compact and added the magnifier/in-line Phillips layer.
(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/93/e2/4d/93e24d53364100b2e96b8b989c228c19.jpg)
Yeomans got a special spot reserved in my MT-heart...
Post by: windson on October 29, 2015, 10:34:05 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/lp6vRjC.jpg)
Post by: Sheradin on October 29, 2015, 10:49:58 PM
Post by: windson on October 29, 2015, 10:57:04 PM
Windson- Those compacts are sweet! I've been meaning to ask what wire you use for your danglers, btw...
Thanks Sheradin! :cheers:
The silver danglers are recycled coat hangers from the chemical laundry; the copper ones are from those Ikea carrying handles (there is a making-of that I posted somewhere around here).
Post by: Caranthanus on October 29, 2015, 11:22:56 PM
(http://s3.postimg.org/qtalx1v4z/image.jpg)
Post by: Sheradin on October 29, 2015, 11:24:07 PM
Post by: Fattsgalore on October 30, 2015, 01:18:48 AM
Paid as much for one of those Compacts as some junk lots and more than some large layer SAKs. Learned my lesson. No more than $16 shipped for a Compact.
(https://imageshack.com/i/gh85qmj)
Plus this broken Timekeeper...It counts.
(https://imageshack.com/i/1q7ldhj)
A few went into mods
(https://imageshack.com/i/n6guiej)
The red scaled one down here got a phillips and Onyx scale swap. Absolutely beautiful IMO.
(https://imageshack.com/i/giwns6j)
Also have a 84mm Golfer, but cant find the image. Love it and want more.
The Compact I believe is essentially the most complete minimalist tool set for urban EDC. Woods walk or laboring, no.
I'm looking at getting a few more. One hopefully this week if the auction goes my way.
Post by: classicrock on October 30, 2015, 01:32:06 AM
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/10/29/89904d44d1cb2c5a97fd928e1615ec5f.jpg)
Sent from my GT-N7000 using Tapatalk
Post by: Flint Hills on October 30, 2015, 02:52:33 AM
I do have a question, what differentiates a 91mm Golfer from a Compact with no hook?
Kosmo, great mod! The one you have planned sounds super cool too.
Post by: jazzbass on October 30, 2015, 04:44:11 AM
I do have a question, what differentiates a 91mm Golfer from a Compact with no hook?
Nothing; they're the same knife. The Compact originally came out in 1986, as Victorinox was phasing out the 84mm Golfer. As they are wont to do, they simply stuck the "Golfer" name on the larger model. Incidentally, they did the same with the Super Tinker as well. Old catalogs show the Super Tinker as an 84mm knife. Once this is phased out in the 80s, the name becomes attached to the 91mm version.
This worked fine until around 1992 or so when they introduced the divot repair tool. The divot repair tool replaces the combo tool in the "Golfer" and keeps the name, since it IS more appropriate to call the knife with the divot tool a "Golfer". So now they have to rename the original combo-tool version, which becomes the Compact. Since the hook was introduced around the same time, many people tend to think "hook = Compact", "no hook = Golfer". Personally I call them all Compacts. There are too many damn Golfers as it is.
Post by: SAK Guy on October 30, 2015, 05:04:54 AM
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Early%20Golfer_zpssmjfnozs.jpg)
Post by: windson on October 30, 2015, 06:36:10 AM
Post by: stressmaster5000 on October 30, 2015, 03:21:27 PM
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Ej4oZApgWK4/S5AY34laY4I/AAAAAAAAN44/fqmHIVLQTQs/s800-Ic42/VSAKCS%2525202009%252520Compact-07.JPG)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-mgIt0XE6uuQ/S5AY4T312YI/AAAAAAAAN44/3jI8_pDk4QU/s800-Ic42/VSAKCS%2525202009%252520Compact-02.JPG)
Post by: BCNZ on October 31, 2015, 02:03:07 AM
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7683/17097158039_93592aaebc_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/s3PpqT)
[url=https://flic.kr/p/rCYFmP](https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8692/16827371731_6305928e28_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/s3PpqT)
[url=https://flic.kr/p/raXrQS](https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8660/16521585758_c7724f19b8_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rCYFmP) (https://flic.kr/p/raXrQS)
Post by: strmliner on November 04, 2015, 04:35:48 AM
No shortage of Golfer/Compact love here, be they 84mm or 91mm! :ahhh And thanks to JB for the history/background on these. :salute:
Now if we could just cleanly replace the hook on the post-91 Compacts with a reamer, the world would be a better place. Here are pix of:
- A Pioneer, StayGlow Compact, and an 84mm Golfer
- A late-80's 91mm Golfer refurbished with Plus scales
- A modded 84mm Golfer with Phillips replacing the CS
Post by: smiller43147 on November 06, 2015, 02:22:57 AM
Here's mine with a LM Squirt P4. Two great little tools.
Post by: twiliter on November 10, 2015, 06:18:56 PM
Post by: twiliter on November 10, 2015, 06:22:54 PM
Post by: Caranthanus on November 10, 2015, 10:40:37 PM
I have a few others, but these two get carried the most. The Timekeeper gets a lot of special occasion use. :)8)
Post by: Frailer on November 11, 2015, 12:43:10 AM
Post by: jerseydevil on November 11, 2015, 02:45:23 AM
Post by: captain spaulding on November 11, 2015, 06:37:33 AM
Post by: windson on November 11, 2015, 01:45:55 PM
I've completely fallen for the Compact. It sees more pocket time lately than any other SAK I have. :tu:I hear you JD, I have a number of SAKs lined up for rotation, Champion, Explorer, Syph Custom Alox, Pioneer, and two Compacts - and the vast majority of days, I default to the Compact even going back and exchanging my first pick to a Compact. For general, urban EDC, it's simply enough. (Now, I'm curious whether my newly acquired Trail Guide is able to change that.)
Post by: SAK Guy on November 11, 2015, 02:47:28 PM
I've completely fallen for the Compact. It sees more pocket time lately than any other SAK I have. :tu:I hear you JD, I have a number of SAKs lined up for rotation, Champion, Explorer, Syph Custom Alox, Pioneer, and two Compacts - and the vast majority of days, I default to the Compact even going back and exchanging my first pick to a Compact. For general, urban EDC, it's simply enough. (Now, I'm curious whether my newly acquired Trail Guide is able to change that.)
If you think about, the Trail Guide is simply a Compact with an awesome file.....what's not to love! 8)
Post by: windson on November 11, 2015, 03:40:28 PM
Exactly.I've completely fallen for the Compact. It sees more pocket time lately than any other SAK I have. :tu:I hear you JD, I have a number of SAKs lined up for rotation, Champion, Explorer, Syph Custom Alox, Pioneer, and two Compacts - and the vast majority of days, I default to the Compact even going back and exchanging my first pick to a Compact. For general, urban EDC, it's simply enough. (Now, I'm curious whether my newly acquired Trail Guide is able to change that.)
If you think about, the Trail Guide is simply a Compact with an awesome file.....what's not to love! 8)
Post by: Gareth on November 11, 2015, 04:13:37 PM
Post by: Storky on November 12, 2015, 09:10:49 AM
Does the DofE count in :think:
Post by: Gareth on November 12, 2015, 09:47:50 AM
My stag scaled one.
Does the DofE count in :think:
It does as far as I'm concerned. :tu:
The Compact sparked my interest in 2 layer scissor SAKs, so I had to get a 84mm Golfer and the Wenger Diplomat. I now feel the need for the DoE. :doh:
Post by: Storky on November 12, 2015, 09:57:29 AM
I prefer the Phillips over the CS.
Post by: firiki on November 12, 2015, 10:57:14 AM
I've always been undecided on whether I like the Compact or not so much. It's the lack of prying and driving screws ability that really makes me prefer the Climber over the Compact ( Huntsman over both :whistle: ). I can forgo the small blade which I really like, however the fact that there's no awl on the Compact either just makes me go :ahhh :ahhh
Still, I think the Compact is a good complementary SAK for pairing it with tools lacking scissors, like my Spirit or Pioneer. :salute:
Post by: shibafu on November 12, 2015, 11:45:28 AM
Post by: AimlessWanderer on November 12, 2015, 12:21:39 PM
I do have a Compact, which very rarely gets used, as it lives in a FAK. The lack of an awl is what stops me carrying it more, as my pliers tools don't always have them, so I rely on the SAK to provide that function.
Post by: shibafu on November 12, 2015, 06:02:48 PM
The Compact is the perfect pocket tool for a dinner party or soirée. The slim size won't cause an unsightly bulge in your outfit; you can open a bottle of beer (probably some hand-crafted Belgian Trappist brew, this is a fancy affair) or wine; and if you meet the man or woman of your dreams, you have the pen to write down their phone number.
I just made myself sound like some kind of old-timey dinosaur, didn't I... thinking that people still use pens to write down phone numbers ::)
Post by: Gareth on November 12, 2015, 06:25:17 PM
The Compact is the perfect pocket tool for a dinner party or soirée. The slim size won't cause an unsightly bulge in your outfit; you can open a bottle of beer (probably some hand-crafted Belgian Trappist brew, this is a fancy affair) or wine; and if you meet the man or woman of your dreams, you have the pen to write down their phone number.
I just made myself sound like some kind of old-timey dinosaur, didn't I... thinking that people still use pens to write down phone numbers ::)
Don't worry, it sounded just fine to me. :tu:
:think:
Which probably says something about how old I am as well. :-\
Post by: SAK Guy on November 12, 2015, 06:43:13 PM
The Compact is the perfect pocket tool for a dinner party or soirée. The slim size won't cause an unsightly bulge in your outfit; you can open a bottle of beer (probably some hand-crafted Belgian Trappist brew, this is a fancy affair) or wine; and if you meet the man or woman of your dreams, you have the pen to write down their phone number.
I just made myself sound like some kind of old-timey dinosaur, didn't I... thinking that people still use pens to write down phone numbers ::)
Don't worry, it sounded just fine to me. :tu:
:think:
Which probably says something about how old I am as well. :-\
Ditto..... :facepalm:
Post by: firiki on November 13, 2015, 12:07:43 PM
The Compact is the perfect pocket tool for a dinner party or soirée. The slim size won't cause an unsightly bulge in your outfit; you can open a bottle of beer (probably some hand-crafted Belgian Trappist brew, this is a fancy affair) or wine; and if you meet the man or woman of your dreams, you have the pen to write down their phone number.
I just made myself sound like some kind of old-timey dinosaur, didn't I... thinking that people still use pens to write down phone numbers ::)
Don't worry, it sounded just fine to me. :tu:
:think:
Which probably says something about how old I am as well. :-\
It sounded just fine to me, too. I'm younger than Gareth but I hate having to rely on energy-thirsty electronic devices to remember things for me. :whistle:
Post by: Zephon on January 13, 2016, 08:32:21 AM
My next concern was the price coz I heard it was expensive for a 2-layer knife. Well, the Compact costs more than the Executive by just USD5...Same price as a Minichamp! Looking forward to take it through its paces soon!
Post by: shibafu on January 13, 2016, 10:51:54 AM
Post by: glenfiddich1983 on January 13, 2016, 11:54:31 AM
I never thought I'd find one of these at this point in time -- I mean people have somehow been buying Climbers, Mountaineers, and even Deluxe Tinkers! I came into the store hoping to find a Deluxe Tinker or maybe an Executive....but Lo and Behold! a Compact! Somehow they missed this one!
My next concern was the price coz I heard it was expensive for a 2-layer knife. Well, the Compact costs more than the Executive by just USD5...Same price as a Minichamp! Looking forward to take it through its paces soon!
Great choice :tu:
The compact was my first SAK, and for everyday carry it is still my favorite one. In my humble opinion it is the best combination with the most usable tools in the thinnest knife.
Post by: stevorinox on January 13, 2016, 05:09:35 PM
(http://i67.tinypic.com/2mynrya.jpg)
Post by: powernoodle on January 13, 2016, 05:52:51 PM
Post by: stevorinox on January 13, 2016, 08:01:59 PM
'Copper Compact' from the gifted hands of MWDP.
(http://i66.tinypic.com/mugbhw.jpg)
Post by: Humppa on January 13, 2016, 08:16:52 PM
The missing secondary blade is something that kicks the Compact out the EDC-rotation. An awl would be nice as well.
But it has a ton of pros as well. The scissors on a two layer knife is just such an easy carry. The combo-tool is something that doesn´t bother me that much. But the hook with the nail-file is nice to have at hand.
The Compact is such a great tool, I use to carry in the past rather frequently. The missing secondary blade could have been compensated with the blade on Classic or Escort or something of that liking.
C'mon Vic... get the Yeoman back into the regular lineup!
(http://i1062.photobucket.com/albums/t489/kampfgockel2/IMG_4966_zpsk7w2ecq8.jpg) (http://s1062.photobucket.com/user/kampfgockel2/media/IMG_4966_zpsk7w2ecq8.jpg.html)
Post by: powernoodle on January 13, 2016, 08:55:19 PM
C'mon Vic... get the Yeoman back into the regular lineup!
I agree. For me, the Yeoman is about as good as it gets. The Compact and Explorer Plus are close to the bulls eye, but the Yeoman hits it.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v455/powerpickle/20130211_174043_zps77fbc0a9.jpg)
Swissbianco Yeoman Plus.
Post by: glenfiddich1983 on January 13, 2016, 08:56:10 PM
The Compact is a great tool. As I like it as it is. But is has some limitations due to the two-layer+scissors construction. I need (!!!) a secondary blade on each of my EDC-knives. I use to carry an EDC-knife and a work-knife in combination. For several reasons. And the EDC-knives also in my freetime.
The missing secondary blade is something that kicks the Compact out the EDC-rotation. An awl would be nice as well.
But it has a ton of pros as well. The scissors on a two layer knife is just such an easy carry. The combo-tool is something that doesn´t bother me that much. But the hook with the nail-file is nice to have at hand.
The Compact is such a great tool, I use to carry in the past rather frequently. The missing secondary blade could have been compensated with the blade on Classic or Escort or something of that liking.
C'mon Vic... get the Yeoman back into the regular lineup!
(http://i1062.photobucket.com/albums/t489/kampfgockel2/IMG_4966_zpsk7w2ecq8.jpg) (http://s1062.photobucket.com/user/kampfgockel2/media/IMG_4966_zpsk7w2ecq8.jpg.html)
I agree with your point regarding the small blade and the awl. That is probably why, depending on what tools i expect to use, i choose either the compact or the rancher if i want a thin SAK.
If you want all those tools in one SAK, the Climber would be the best choice.
The yeoman doesn't have an awl and a small blade.
Post by: Humppa on January 13, 2016, 09:11:57 PM
But I prefer a two-layer tool as my EDC knives. For working knives, more layers are great. I also like the Mountaineer, great pattern and many others.
I think, Vic / Wenger has such an ammount of toolsets, for the most tastes. That´s the fun of accumulating/collecting, isn´t it?
Post by: glenfiddich1983 on January 13, 2016, 09:18:37 PM
I think, Vic / Wenger has such an ammount of toolsets, for the most tastes. That´s the fun of accumulating/collecting, isn´t it?
True! :D
Post by: windson on January 13, 2016, 09:39:10 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/5XmBBx4.jpg)
But honestly, what do you think is in my pocket right now? The venerable Compact. NOTHING beats the 2-layer glory and form factor.
Post by: shibafu on January 14, 2016, 10:53:14 AM
I think, Vic / Wenger has such an ammount of toolsets, for the most tastes. That´s the fun of accumulating/collecting, isn´t it?
And yet still we feel the need to mod them to create even more combinations :D
Post by: Zephon on January 20, 2016, 01:50:07 AM
Post by: Zephon on January 26, 2016, 05:03:08 AM
Post by: shark_za on January 26, 2016, 05:56:57 AM
Has anyone used the combo tool on this to actually open cans?
Yeah all the time on the 84mm bantams and waiter too. Works as good or better.
The pull motion seems more controlled for me, the push with the others sometimes leaves a bit of tin uncut if you move to far.
Post by: drew_bl666d on January 26, 2016, 08:33:28 AM
(http://i650.photobucket.com/albums/uu224/hackisac/MultitoolForum/20160125_142520-01_zpsfimudgnw.jpeg) (http://s650.photobucket.com/user/hackisac/media/MultitoolForum/20160125_142520-01_zpsfimudgnw.jpeg.html)
Post by: Gareth on January 26, 2016, 09:27:12 AM
Post by: m47mu74nt on January 26, 2016, 01:27:34 PM
(http://i1271.photobucket.com/albums/jj631/m47mu74nt/4774-01/EDC/Urban-backpack-EDC_zpsy2ah1fqj.jpg)
And this in the 'hand bag': (the Micra is sometimes switched with a Squirt P4)
(http://i1271.photobucket.com/albums/jj631/m47mu74nt/4774-01/EDC/Urban-HandBag-EDC_zpsxkivc6cc.jpg)
Post by: Corwyn on January 26, 2016, 01:42:35 PM
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-m39CnpmA2AA/VGz3jRpovGI/AAAAAAAAE6g/fYbDcQ7equI/s1280-Ic42/1506078_10204318734904963_3267243872283486808_o.jpg)
My "too pretty to lose" semi-edc:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ECGTRKRZ_OI/Vmgu7dfYpyI/AAAAAAAAKVo/i5OeRBpzk2c/s1024-Ic42/Victorinox-DofE.jpg)
Post by: shark_za on January 27, 2016, 06:37:43 PM
1x Traded >:(
1x Lost :(
1x Timekeeper :ahhh
1x D of E :salute:
Just got two more with advertising scales on; one to carry and one to use for parts for a mod.
The one is mint and I think I'll carry it like this till the advertising wears off and then pop on the new plus scales sitting here waiting for it.
(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a200/shark_za/SAK/46958D1A-0B76-43DD-906C-7708EBDC8ED6_zpsllek8xhn.jpg) (http://s11.photobucket.com/user/shark_za/media/SAK/46958D1A-0B76-43DD-906C-7708EBDC8ED6_zpsllek8xhn.jpg.html)
Post by: shark_za on January 27, 2016, 06:42:43 PM
Post by: Smaug on January 28, 2016, 12:07:33 AM
Lo and behold, I scored a modded Compact in a trade that had them both. This is my perfect 2 layer SAK. :)
Post by: AimlessWanderer on January 28, 2016, 12:12:15 AM
Post by: Zephon on January 28, 2016, 12:25:30 AM
Not quite a Compact, but I carried this today....
Clicked on "Like" simply coz I think that's something quite interesting....haven't seen that one before - at least in my neck of the woods.
Post by: AimlessWanderer on January 28, 2016, 01:14:11 AM
Post by: NetsNJ on January 28, 2016, 01:40:17 AM
Not quite a Compact, but I carried this today....
I want this knife. :drool:
Post by: AimlessWanderer on January 28, 2016, 08:55:38 AM
Not quite a Compact, but I carried this today....
I want this knife. :drool:
:salute:
I might switch the back scale over for a plus scale to be able to add the pen without losing the logo on the front :) It's early days with it yet, but I really like the sheepsfoot blade for package opening and other "scoring" cuts.
I think I'll probably remove the keyring attachment too
Post by: glenfiddich1983 on January 28, 2016, 09:53:16 AM
(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a200/shark_za/SAK/IMG_0127_zpsbc3d083c.jpg) (http://s11.photobucket.com/user/shark_za/media/SAK/IMG_0127_zpsbc3d083c.jpg.html)
Nice set! 8)
Post by: AimlessWanderer on January 28, 2016, 11:17:53 AM
(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a200/shark_za/SAK/IMG_0127_zpsbc3d083c.jpg) (http://s11.photobucket.com/user/shark_za/media/SAK/IMG_0127_zpsbc3d083c.jpg.html)
Nice set! 8)
Agreed! :tu:
I really liked the Timekeeper, REALLY liked it, but just couldn't bring myself to carry it. I just knew it would get wrecked clattering against all the other crap in my pocket. :-[
Post by: shark_za on January 28, 2016, 02:20:17 PM
Agreed! :tu:
I really liked the Timekeeper, REALLY liked it, but just couldn't bring myself to carry it. I just knew it would get wrecked clattering against all the other crap in my pocket. :-[
Well thanks to you it made its way to the bottom of Africa. It keeps good time and has helped my young daughters learn how to tell time on an analogue watch.
Who says tools need traditional functions ;)
I also cant bring myself to carry it;
Post by: windson on March 31, 2016, 05:38:53 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/vD34Ifu.jpg)
Post by: sir_mike on March 31, 2016, 06:29:00 PM
Post by: twiliter on April 01, 2016, 02:06:32 AM
Post by: jalind on April 01, 2016, 02:28:32 AM
(http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l290/j_a_lind/Other/Knives/SAK/Miscellaneous/Compact.jpg)
John
Post by: Humppa on April 02, 2016, 03:51:24 PM
(http://i1062.photobucket.com/albums/t489/kampfgockel2/IMG_5027_zps6elljdse.jpg) (http://s1062.photobucket.com/user/kampfgockel2/media/IMG_5027_zps6elljdse.jpg.html)
Post by: Brock O Lee on April 03, 2016, 03:24:28 PM
I got a Compact for my wife, it's sitting in a drawer as she won't use it nor let me take it :shrug:
I've always been undecided on whether I like the Compact or not so much. It's the lack of prying and driving screws ability that really makes me prefer the Climber over the Compact ( Huntsman over both :whistle: ). I can forgo the small blade which I really like, however the fact that there's no awl on the Compact either just makes me go :ahhh :ahhh
I took a chance and gave my wife a Compact about 2 years ago. It was her first 91mm SAK, and I was not sure if she would actually use it. Well, it turns out she is now HOOKED. :D
It lives in her handbag, and she gets really annoyed if she forgets it at home. Every month or two I would give it a good wash, oiling and sharpening.
I feel the same as you about the Compact's lack of drivers and awl, and prefer the Climber.
Post by: LoopCutter on April 03, 2016, 06:04:04 PM
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Post by: windson on June 11, 2016, 08:10:42 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/2Da9jTGl.jpg)
Post by: strmliner on June 11, 2016, 09:03:31 PM
Since I've carried the Compact for another full week without the need to swap for another model, here's to appreciating it some more:
()
Agreed Windson...more and more, all I've been carrying is the 91Golfer or my Compact mod (with Awl and Phillips)!
Post by: windson on June 11, 2016, 09:26:54 PM
Funny, I have an old Golfer and an awl + Phillips mod myself, but I keep coming back to the standard Compact setup, if only for the added file on the hook.Since I've carried the Compact for another full week without the need to swap for another model, here's to appreciating it some more:
()
Agreed Windson...more and more, all I've been carrying is the 91Golfer or my Compact mod (with Awl and Phillips)!
Post by: super m on June 12, 2016, 04:37:26 AM
Don't be a tool ... Talk tools
Post by: Fast Bill on June 12, 2016, 04:00:33 PM
Post by: Gareth on June 12, 2016, 04:44:55 PM
Everytime I read this thread I think I'm missing out on something. Then I wander off and get distracted (lately by a few Classics). Perhaps it's time to find me a Compact. :dd:
I think they're worth the time to go looking mate. :)
Post by: SAK Guy on June 12, 2016, 06:11:13 PM
Everytime I read this thread I think I'm missing out on something. Then I wander off and get distracted (lately by a few Classics). Perhaps it's time to find me a Compact. :dd:
I think they're worth the time to go looking mate. :)
+1!!!!
Post by: Fast Bill on June 12, 2016, 07:21:21 PM
Everytime I read this thread I think I'm missing out on something. Then I wander off and get distracted (lately by a few Classics). Perhaps it's time to find me a Compact. :dd:
I think they're worth the time to go looking mate. :)
+1!!!!
Well, the panel has spoken. Wise words and thank you.
Post by: windson on June 12, 2016, 07:31:55 PM
Everytime I read this thread I think I'm missing out on something. Then I wander off and get distracted (lately by a few Classics). Perhaps it's time to find me a Compact. :dd:
I think they're worth the time to go looking mate. :)
+1!!!!
Do it. You won't regret that one. ;)
Post by: Gareth on June 14, 2016, 08:54:29 PM
Post by: strmliner on June 15, 2016, 05:59:33 AM
This thread has me carrying my Compact again.
Way cool, Gareth...enjoy! :tu:
Post by: magentus on June 15, 2016, 10:02:58 AM
Post by: hiraethus on June 15, 2016, 10:04:32 AM
Post by: magentus on June 15, 2016, 10:08:06 AM
Hipster tax.I was stood behind an aging hipster in the Post Office yesterday. I should have half inched his Compact. And had a word with him about tight jeans on the over 40's.
:facepalm:
Post by: windson on June 20, 2016, 06:06:34 PM
Hipster tax.We should make a picture contest to see who the hipsters are that are hiding in this thread.
Post by: windson on July 06, 2016, 09:29:43 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/XGYRFHnl.jpg)
Post by: Dean51 on July 07, 2016, 01:03:47 AM
Post by: FA Tre on July 07, 2016, 02:24:25 AM
Post by: Swiss Guy on July 07, 2016, 06:06:25 AM
(http://i.imgur.com/vZFuG9q.png)
Post by: cali-SAK-attack on July 08, 2016, 10:08:13 AM
Post by: Mike 208 on July 11, 2016, 06:53:38 AM
Post by: Swiss Guy on July 11, 2016, 07:55:59 AM
if I can find a place that sells SAK scales
Email Central Valley Wholesale about getting some Plus scales. They do not advertise just the scales, but they do sell them. I purchased 10 Plus scales from them in many different colors. (Not affiliated with the company; just a happy customer)
Post by: Mike 208 on July 11, 2016, 08:25:30 AM
Post by: Sea Monster on July 11, 2016, 10:34:07 AM
I'm sorry I can't add any pics, I am enjoying everyone elses though :)
I briefly owned a Waiter before someone felt they needed it more than I did.
If the opportunity ever comes up to acquire a compact, I can definitely see myself making it EDC.
Post by: powernoodle on July 11, 2016, 09:39:24 PM
Here is one way to improve the Compact. Carry a phillips driver.
Post by: Barry Rowland on July 14, 2016, 12:55:18 AM
Post by: glenfiddich1983 on July 14, 2016, 08:41:02 AM
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160714/321e775763813bc6850a263b2531f9a0.jpg)
Around 60 knives later the Compact is still my best choice to carry :tu:
Post by: ReamerPunch on July 14, 2016, 11:50:54 AM
(http://i1070.photobucket.com/albums/u497/todd_x7/20160711_153554.jpg)
Here is one way to improve the Compact. Carry a phillips driver.
What about an awl though. :rant:
Post by: strmliner on July 14, 2016, 05:41:32 PM
(http://i1070.photobucket.com/albums/u497/todd_x7/20160711_153554.jpg)
Here is one way to improve the Compact. Carry a phillips driver.
What about an awl though. :rant:
Are you talking about a Compact that looks like this?
Post by: windson on July 14, 2016, 10:15:21 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/2JSpb0Kh.jpg)
Post by: VilhelmTer on July 17, 2016, 04:12:35 PM
These two tools are perfect companion in my opinion. Both relatively small size to pocket carry but still very capable. :)
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on July 17, 2016, 05:01:59 PM
(http://i1070.photobucket.com/albums/u497/todd_x7/20160711_153554.jpg)
Here is one way to improve the Compact. Carry a phillips driver.
This is how I, well to be completely honest Eddie improved my Compact.
(http://i70.photobucket.com/albums/i86/HarleyXJGuy/Mobile%20Uploads/et5bx3.jpg) (http://s70.photobucket.com/user/HarleyXJGuy/media/Mobile%20Uploads/et5bx3.jpg.html)
Adding the Phillips. Mile did the scales that were later destroyed by my knucklehead dog.
Post by: strmliner on July 17, 2016, 05:07:31 PM
(http://i1070.photobucket.com/albums/u497/todd_x7/20160711_153554.jpg)
Here is one way to improve the Compact. Carry a phillips driver.
This is how I, well to be completely honest Eddie improved my Compact.
(http://i70.photobucket.com/albums/i86/HarleyXJGuy/Mobile%20Uploads/et5bx3.jpg) (http://s70.photobucket.com/user/HarleyXJGuy/media/Mobile%20Uploads/et5bx3.jpg.html)
Adding the Phillips. Mile did the scales that were later destroyed by my knucklehead dog.
Nice, Harley...guess the dog needs a little work though... :whistle:
Post by: jaya_man on July 24, 2016, 12:34:28 PM
Love the Compact. Perfect partner for plier based MT.Don't you miss this baby?
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Post by: classicrock on July 24, 2016, 01:13:11 PM
Hahahah...no need to ask about it. Still the perfect partner for my Spirit.Love the Compact. Perfect partner for plier based MT.Don't you miss this baby?
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Post by: jaya_man on July 24, 2016, 01:21:20 PM
Guess you would need a new compact nowHahahah...no need to ask about it. Still the perfect partner for my Spirit.Love the Compact. Perfect partner for plier based MT.Don't you miss this baby?
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Post by: classicrock on July 24, 2016, 01:23:40 PM
Guess you would need a new compact now
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Post by: jaya_man on July 24, 2016, 01:26:12 PM
Go grab it... Btw, that small shop we dread to visit but want to, has 2 units
Guess you would need a new compact now
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Just wait til my next visit to the G book store
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Post by: jaya_man on July 24, 2016, 03:07:18 PM
(http://i1070.photobucket.com/albums/u497/todd_x7/20160711_153554.jpg)
Here is one way to improve the Compact. Carry a phillips driver.
This is how I, well to be completely honest Eddie improved my Compact.
(http://i70.photobucket.com/albums/i86/HarleyXJGuy/Mobile%20Uploads/et5bx3.jpg) (http://s70.photobucket.com/user/HarleyXJGuy/media/Mobile%20Uploads/et5bx3.jpg.html)
Adding the Phillips. Mile did the scales that were later destroyed by my knucklehead dog.
Nice, Harley...guess the dog needs a little work though... :whistle:
Got something similar...
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Post by: Barry Rowland on July 25, 2016, 01:28:39 PM
Post by: classicrock on July 25, 2016, 03:23:25 PM
Got something similar...
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what happen with the vic shield? :whistle:
Post by: jaya_man on July 25, 2016, 03:24:57 PM
You had to remind me...
Got something similar...
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what happen with the vic shield? :whistle:
messed it up during finishing process... 
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Post by: FA Tre on August 06, 2016, 12:28:05 AM
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7446/27524097984_6e500ddb35.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/HWdcpw) by -FA_Tre- (https://flic.kr/p/HWdcpw)
Post by: JamesJ on August 06, 2016, 01:15:21 AM
As for jeans, I switched from "skinny" to "slim" a few years back..might have to go to "straight leg" now. 39yrs on Aug 7th... :facepalm: It's all over.
Victorinox makes pants right? I'll have to see if they make a 40's fit for next year.
I think artsy Jeff Goldblum types over 40 can get away with the skinny suit. I do have a couple of those. Anything bigger than a Classic has to go in the jacket pockets.
Is that a SAK in your pocket or..?
Post by: jerseydevil on August 06, 2016, 02:53:07 AM
Post by: cali-SAK-attack on August 06, 2016, 02:57:32 AM
I seen it minutes after posted ......That was a hard to pass on deal :tu: :cheers: CONGRATS
PS
HAPPY PRE B-DAY :ahhh
Post by: cali-SAK-attack on August 06, 2016, 03:01:23 AM
Post by: JamesJ on August 06, 2016, 03:55:36 AM
Mighty fine knife , James :cheers: 8) 8)
I seen it minutes after posted ......That was a hard to pass on deal :tu: :cheers: CONGRATS
PS
HAPPY PRE B-DAY :ahhh
Yeah I had to buy something. I just lost an auction at the last minute which included a Cybertool L.
The usual "Assorted Knives, Various Models" type listing. I was in at the last few seconds but someone was JUST after me and won by 1 cent.
$60.01 for a Cybertool L and some tinkers, I think a compact, camper, etc. But it was probably somebody on here so cheers!
Not sure how you got that pic of me tho. Thought that had been destroyed.
Post by: jaya_man on August 06, 2016, 05:21:59 PM
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160806/115049c9e37c7fbeba7aeff475d59e2b.jpg)
However, without realizing, it turned out that I had my Compact as well after going through my bag. Forgot I put there for months
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Post by: windson on August 06, 2016, 11:21:15 PM
I blame you all. I picked up a compact about a month and a half ago and I haven't carried any of my other SAKs or other knives sinceCongrats! The force is strong with that one...
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Post by: Gareth on August 06, 2016, 11:38:24 PM
I blame you all. I picked up a compact about a month and a half ago and I haven't carried any of my other SAKs or other knives sinceCongrats! The force is strong with that one...
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7446/27524097984_6e500ddb35.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/HWdcpw) by -FA_Tre- (https://flic.kr/p/HWdcpw)
Great combo there. :tu:
Post by: Sir_Blinky on August 09, 2016, 06:06:12 AM
Post by: Danjo on April 13, 2017, 10:48:15 PM
Post by: Fast Bill on April 13, 2017, 10:55:43 PM
Sweet little knife! Been using it for the past few days and it just gets handier as I go.
:cheers:
Post by: NorCalJim on April 14, 2017, 01:54:49 AM
Sweet little knife! Been using it for the past few days and it just gets handier as I go.
:like:
Completely agree! My problem is the strong attachment that I have for the Explorer and to a lessor extent, the Yeoman. If I carry a Compact, it is as a 2nd SAK.
:cheers:
Post by: Danjo on April 14, 2017, 02:02:29 AM
I hear you. I always carry a Tinker and Minichamp with me. My left front pocket is my switch-out/rotation pocket for my secondary knife.Sweet little knife! Been using it for the past few days and it just gets handier as I go.
:like:
Completely agree! My problem is the strong attachment that I have for the Explorer and to a lessor extent, the Yeoman. If I carry a Compact, it is as a 2nd SAK.
:cheers:
Post by: jaya_man on April 14, 2017, 07:54:44 AM
The last Compact I did, turned into this Compact Tinker...
this(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170414/13844ab467919776f09ecf5a937c2a92.jpg)
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Post by: Danjo on April 14, 2017, 07:57:48 AM
I love the Compact soo much... It has become my go to fodder...👍
The last Compact I did, turned into this Compact Tinker...
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Post by: jaya_man on April 15, 2017, 04:16:38 PM
Thanks Danjo :cheers:I love the Compact soo much... It has become my go to fodder...
The last Compact I did, turned into this Compact Tinker...
this(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170414/13844ab467919776f09ecf5a937c2a92.jpg)
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Post by: jaya_man on April 15, 2017, 04:18:22 PM
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Post by: El Corkscrew on April 17, 2017, 09:56:02 AM
Then I FOUND IT!!! Time to go humiliate Merlin... with his cheap parlor tricks.
P.S Bought a backup Red on the CHEAP (check the deals and auctions thread) to sit in a box next my backup black... until their number is called. :cheers:
Post by: Danjo on April 17, 2017, 05:58:53 PM
Here's my only remaining Compact still intact. In frame with its siblings, Timekeeper and DofE Pocket Tool...Very Nice!
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Post by: Danjo on April 17, 2017, 06:28:05 PM
I lost this Compact....
Then I FOUND IT!!! Time to go humiliate Merlin... with his cheap parlor tricks.
P.S Bought a backup Red on the CHEAP (check the deals and auctions thread) to sit in a box next my backup black... until their number is called. :cheers:
Sweet pic!
Post by: jaya_man on April 18, 2017, 03:27:17 AM
Thanks Danjo :cheers:Here's my only remaining Compact still intact. In frame with its siblings, Timekeeper and DofE Pocket Tool...Very Nice!
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Post by: El Corkscrew on April 18, 2017, 05:44:18 PM
I lost this Compact....
Then I FOUND IT!!! Time to go humiliate Merlin... with his cheap parlor tricks.
P.S Bought a backup Red on the CHEAP (check the deals and auctions thread) to sit in a box next my backup black... until their number is called. :cheers:
Sweet pic!
:hatsoff: :cheers:
Post by: Pattas29 on April 18, 2017, 07:48:32 PM
For two weeks now in my pocket...
(http://i.imgur.com/XGYRFHnl.jpg)
Already have the Compact. Love it carried it for over a year now. I am after a compact tinker if anyone has one for sale?
Also where did you get that patch please?
Post by: zoidberg on April 19, 2017, 03:10:22 PM
For two weeks now in my pocket...
(http://i.imgur.com/XGYRFHnl.jpg)
Already have the Compact. Love it carried it for over a year now. I am after a compact tinker if anyone has one for sale?
Also where did you get that patch please?
Re the patch, click the link in his signature. ;) :)
Post by: Mactire404 on April 19, 2017, 11:15:11 PM
Initially I figured a Climber would be perfect, but I wanted a nailfile on the MPHook so I eventually picked the Compact.
The funny thing is, I still haven't gifted it to her :whistle:
Because:
- I like it very much myself
- she wants mint green scales!
As far as I know that colour does not exist and I'm working on a way to get my hands on them. It's quite possible I have to make them myself :(
Post by: this_is_nascar on April 20, 2017, 02:52:03 PM
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Post by: jaya_man on April 20, 2017, 03:29:12 PM
Is there a Compact-like SAK that has the 2nd small blade?If your looking for a 2 layer 91mm model with scissors, I don't think there is one...
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Post by: smiller43147 on April 22, 2017, 08:02:09 PM
Plus, I find scissors very useful. So I carried a Compact 5 days a week for years. Served me well. Then this happened:
Post by: Danjo on April 22, 2017, 08:32:12 PM
Having a desk job, I don't need anything real heavy duty, but the blades on anything smaller than the 84mm SAKs leave me wanting more blade.yeah, but how'd you survive without the hook?
Plus, I find scissors very useful. So I carried a Compact 5 days a week for years. Served me well. Then this happened:
Post by: Don Pablo on April 22, 2017, 08:59:29 PM
Yes yes, the hook is all-important! :ahhhHaving a desk job, I don't need anything real heavy duty, but the blades on anything smaller than the 84mm SAKs leave me wanting more blade.yeah, but how'd you survive without the hook?
Plus, I find scissors very useful. So I carried a Compact 5 days a week for years. Served me well. Then this happened:
Post by: smiller43147 on April 22, 2017, 10:20:33 PM
Yes yes, the hook is all-important! :ahhhHaving a desk job, I don't need anything real heavy duty, but the blades on anything smaller than the 84mm SAKs leave me wanting more blade.yeah, but how'd you survive without the hook?
Plus, I find scissors very useful. So I carried a Compact 5 days a week for years. Served me well. Then this happened:
I miss the nail file on the back of the hook. Guess I'd really like a Cadet X.
Post by: El Corkscrew on June 05, 2017, 04:07:43 AM
Post by: NorCalJim on June 05, 2017, 04:53:03 AM
Still the one...
:like:
This is definitely a great combination of tools in a slim form factor!
I have four compacts and carried one for awhile but they are now spending time in storage while I have shifted my preference to either and Explorer or Yeoman and one of multiple Alox SAKs.
:cheers:
Post by: El Corkscrew on June 05, 2017, 05:05:58 AM
Still the one...
:like:
This is definitely a great combination of tools in a slim form factor!
I have four compacts and carried one for awhile but they are now spending time in storage while I have shifted my preference to either and Explorer or Yeoman and one of multiple Alox SAKs.
:cheers:
:cheers: I got a back up Compact or three. :D It's honestly always a tough decision for me. The Compact just wins most practicality/EDC arguments for my needs, and it's pretty cool-looking. I EDC a bunch of beauties in addition to or instead of El Compact though.. current EDC lineup:
MiniChamp
Manager
Alox SD
Green Signature SD
Pioneer
Farmer
OC Pioneer
Climber +
Explorer
Camper
Spartan
Tinker (some Tuesdays as an act of reaching across the aisle)
Opinel No. 8 (every once in a while)
Post by: NorCalJim on June 05, 2017, 05:36:28 AM
Still the one...
:like:
This is definitely a great combination of tools in a slim form factor!
I have four compacts and carried one for awhile but they are now spending time in storage while I have shifted my preference to either and Explorer or Yeoman and one of multiple Alox SAKs.
:cheers:
:cheers: I got a back up Compact or three. :D It's honestly always a tough decision for me. The Compact just wins most practicality/EDC arguments for my needs, and it's pretty cool-looking. I EDC a bunch of beauties in addition to or instead of El Compact though.. current EDC lineup:
MiniChamp
Manager
Alox SD
Green Signature SD
Pioneer
Farmer
OC Pioneer
Climber +
Explorer
Camper
Spartan
Tinker (some Tuesdays as an act of reaching across the aisle)
Opinel No. 8 (every once in a while)
You have quite an EDC line-up!
I started out with the intention of using my purchases instead of collecting. As my father used to say, "Famous last words". :)
Most of my SAKs don't see any use and spend their time in storage. I have started caching them around the house in places that I might want to use them, which is really handy now that it is summer and I spend most of my time in gym trunks (no pockets). I covered a small table near my recliner with most of my alox SAKs plus several Swiss Champs and Explorers. I also keep a Cadet next to my remotes.
These days my focus is to enjoy the SAKs I have instead of buying new ones on an almost continual basis as I had been doing. :)
Post by: El Corkscrew on June 05, 2017, 05:47:24 AM
Still the one...
:like:
This is definitely a great combination of tools in a slim form factor!
I have four compacts and carried one for awhile but they are now spending time in storage while I have shifted my preference to either and Explorer or Yeoman and one of multiple Alox SAKs.
:cheers:
:cheers: I got a back up Compact or three. :D It's honestly always a tough decision for me. The Compact just wins most practicality/EDC arguments for my needs, and it's pretty cool-looking. I EDC a bunch of beauties in addition to or instead of El Compact though.. current EDC lineup:
MiniChamp
Manager
Alox SD
Green Signature SD
Pioneer
Farmer
OC Pioneer
Climber +
Explorer
Camper
Spartan
Tinker (some Tuesdays as an act of reaching across the aisle)
Opinel No. 8 (every once in a while)
You have quite an EDC line-up!
I started out with the intention of using my purchases instead of collecting. As my father used to say, "Famous last words". :)
Most of my SAKs don't see any use and spend their time in storage. I have started caching them around the house in places that I might want to use them, which is really handy now that it is summer and I spend most of my time in gym trunks (no pockets). I covered a small table near my recliner with most of my alox SAKs plus several Swiss Champs and Explorers. I also keep a Cadet next to my remotes.
These days my focus is to enjoy the SAKs I have instead of buying new ones on an almost continual basis as I had been doing. :)
I'm deep in the deaths of buying them continually, 100+ right now, but I usually do decide to sell a couple when I buy new ones. Alox, especially Soldiers, is going to be the death of me.
Post by: windson on June 08, 2017, 06:01:10 PM
Thank you Z.For two weeks now in my pocket...
(http://i.imgur.com/XGYRFHnl.jpg)
Already have the Compact. Love it carried it for over a year now. I am after a compact tinker if anyone has one for sale?
Also where did you get that patch please?
Re the patch, click the link in his signature. ;) :)
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Post by: El Corkscrew on June 18, 2017, 05:37:13 AM
https://youtu.be/V_sXQ7xw8Ow
Post by: El Corkscrew on July 03, 2017, 10:20:46 PM
Post by: AimlessWanderer on July 03, 2017, 10:45:07 PM
For daily carry the Sheepsfoot Duke (modified DofE) gets A LOT of pocket time. It's also the only SAK I carry that doesn't have a corkscrew. I haven't switched the back scale for a plus scale yet, but I do plan to do that some time this century :tu:
Post by: this_is_nascar on July 14, 2017, 12:10:05 AM
Are you folks still using your Compacts regularly?
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Post by: Danjo on July 14, 2017, 12:11:22 AM
Been thinking about getting a Compact, because it appears to have tools that I would use. The only thing that I may want that's missing would be an awe.All the time. Great tool!
Are you folks still using your Compacts regularly?
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Post by: AimlessWanderer on July 14, 2017, 12:26:36 AM
Been thinking about getting a Compact, because it appears to have tools that I would use. The only thing that I may want that's missing would be an awe.
Are you folks still using your Compacts regularly?
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Depending what you're doing, in a pinch the inline (fixed) arm of the scissors can function as an awl :cheers:
Post by: jaya_man on July 14, 2017, 01:32:13 AM
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Post by: ironraven on July 14, 2017, 01:38:46 AM
Then I found a Compact. The only model I'd rather carry is a Golfer if they bring them back, but until then, I will have a Compact in my pocket. I actually like the hook, and I don't like the small blade as it ships, so partnered with a pliers based MT there is no finer SAK for EDC IMHO. The only possible way to improve it would be to make it something else.
Mine is with rather beat up red Plus scales, so very stock, and rides with a Fenix e01 and a small thumb drive as part of my EDC.
Post by: this_is_nascar on July 15, 2017, 06:00:55 PM
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Post by: Faddy Daddy on July 15, 2017, 06:53:13 PM
Just ordered a Compact. Should have it in a couple days.
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Awesome! I intend to do the same. I just want to wait until my explorer arrives first though, then I'll order a compact followed by an evowood 14. I think that will do it for me for awhile.
Post by: El Corkscrew on July 15, 2017, 07:09:09 PM
Just ordered a Compact. Should have it in a couple days.
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Awesome! I intend to do the same. I just want to wait until my explorer arrives first though, then I'll order a compact followed by an evowood 14. I think that will do it for me for awhile.
:rofl: yeah, right :rofl:
Sporting my brand new El Negro today. :tu:
Post by: Faddy Daddy on July 15, 2017, 07:42:14 PM
Just ordered a Compact. Should have it in a couple days.
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Awesome! I intend to do the same. I just want to wait until my explorer arrives first though, then I'll order a compact followed by an evowood 14. I think that will do it for me for awhile.
:rofl: yeah, right :rofl:
Sporting my brand new El Negro today. :tu:
Ha ha, ya know if I wait until one arrives before ordering another I think I can easily stretch it out for a few weeks, that's most definitely "awhile" :cheers:
Post by: this_is_nascar on July 15, 2017, 08:02:33 PM
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Post by: El Corkscrew on July 15, 2017, 08:17:42 PM
Also order a Climber Plus. Going to compare the two and decide which to EDC.
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I go between these two all the time. IMO both awesome. I like having the openers on the Climber + but like the slimness of the Compact... usually comes down to what kind of pants I'm wearing.
But if I really want to go slim it's the Cadet, Executive, or Waiter in the pocket plus a Manager on the keychain. :cheers:
Post by: Faddy Daddy on July 15, 2017, 08:31:28 PM
I've been carrying my new climber all week and really love it. I ordered some scales to make it a plus, but ... when I first ordered it I got a version II. I have to confess I really like the current scales. I think they're nylon. They have a little texture and seem very resilient to scratching.
Curious if they make these in plus versions....
Post by: El Corkscrew on July 15, 2017, 08:55:19 PM
Yeah, don't see why you can't alternate depending on your needs or mood.
I've been carrying my new climber all week and really love it. I ordered some scales to make it a plus, but ... when I first ordered it I got a version II. I have to confess I really like the current scales. I think they're nylon. They have a little texture and seem very resilient to scratching.
Curious if they make these in plus versions....
Unfortunately, they do not offer the nylons in plus versions but I have heard of people modding their own scales.
I like the nylon scales as well, and climbers in general so I have a few. I would be glad to sen you this one up front in the pic to put your plus scales on and leave your II intact. Just lmk. :cheers:
Post by: Faddy Daddy on July 15, 2017, 09:34:05 PM
Yeah, don't see why you can't alternate depending on your needs or mood.
I've been carrying my new climber all week and really love it. I ordered some scales to make it a plus, but ... when I first ordered it I got a version II. I have to confess I really like the current scales. I think they're nylon. They have a little texture and seem very resilient to scratching.
Curious if they make these in plus versions....
Unfortunately, they do not offer the nylons in plus versions but I have heard of people modding their own scales.
I like the nylon scales as well, and climbers in general so I have a few. I would be glad to sen you this one up front in the pic to put your plus scales on and leave your II intact. Just lmk. :cheers:
Thanks El Corkscrew, that is an incredibly kind offer.
I'll try and figure something out though. When I ordered the II version, I also bought a huntsman and a mountaineer, also both with the nylon scales. I'm planning on turning those into plus models for my boys, so I'll have a couple sets of extra nylon scales laying around. When the plus scales arrive I'll give them a good look - maybe it's an easy dremel mod.
Post by: El Corkscrew on July 16, 2017, 12:42:45 AM
Yeah, don't see why you can't alternate depending on your needs or mood.
I've been carrying my new climber all week and really love it. I ordered some scales to make it a plus, but ... when I first ordered it I got a version II. I have to confess I really like the current scales. I think they're nylon. They have a little texture and seem very resilient to scratching.
Curious if they make these in plus versions....
Unfortunately, they do not offer the nylons in plus versions but I have heard of people modding their own scales.
I like the nylon scales as well, and climbers in general so I have a few. I would be glad to sen you this one up front in the pic to put your plus scales on and leave your II intact. Just lmk. :cheers:
Thanks El Corkscrew, that is an incredibly kind offer.
I'll try and figure something out though. When I ordered the II version, I also bought a huntsman and a mountaineer, also both with the nylon scales. I'm planning on turning those into plus models for my boys, so I'll have a couple sets of extra nylon scales laying around. When the plus scales arrive I'll give them a good look - maybe it's an easy dremel mod.
For sure, should be an easy switch. There's tons of info in the SAK forum about switching scales. A little heat from a hair dryer or something is your friend to avoid breaks. Good to have a vice but not absolutely necessary. The nylons may require just a touch of glue. I want to do a 84mm Huntsman or Golfer +Saw mod using blue nylons... can't wait. :D
Post by: ironraven on July 16, 2017, 03:33:45 AM
Yeah, don't see why you can't alternate depending on your needs or mood. .
You can. That is a celebration of the versatility and variety of the wide number of SAKs and multis out there. My only question is, how do you know which one you need at the start of the day?
Post by: Faddy Daddy on July 16, 2017, 05:11:34 AM
For sure, should be an easy switch. There's tons of info in the SAK forum about switching scales. A little heat from a hair dryer or something is your friend to avoid breaks. Good to have a vice but not absolutely necessary. The nylons may require just a touch of glue. I want to do a 84mm Huntsman or Golfer +Saw mod using blue nylons... can't wait. :D
I hadn't heard about using a hair dryer, thanks! Sounds like good advice. And, I do have a nice smallish electronics type vice which should work great if needed.
Post by: Faddy Daddy on July 16, 2017, 05:16:51 AM
You can. That is a celebration of the versatility and variety of the wide number of SAKs and multis out there. My only question is, how do you know which one you need at the start of the day?
Whether you'll be indoors or out might help somewhat. Most likely won't be needing a saw in an office or want a 4+ layer if wearing light slacks I'd suppose. The good thing is, as you say, SAKs are so versatile any one will probably be better than having nothing. As the saying goes, what is the most useful SAK in any situation? The one in your pocket of course :cheers:
Post by: Frailer on July 23, 2017, 03:13:30 AM
I've probably given a dozen of these away over the years; maybe I should keep a couple of spares on-hand.
Post by: Faddy Daddy on July 23, 2017, 03:24:15 AM
I got a new Compact in the mail today to replace the one I gave to my older daughter, who had lost hers. I tried to get by with a Pioneer in my pocket and a Classic on my keys for a few weeks; it worked OK, but I had to have my Compact back.
I've probably given a dozen of these away over the years; maybe I should keep a couple of spares on-hand.
Congrats Frailer! I went ahead and ordered myself one as well, should arrive Tuesday I hope.
Post by: El Corkscrew on July 23, 2017, 03:52:14 AM
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Post by: this_is_nascar on July 23, 2017, 01:45:04 PM
I got a new Compact in the mail today to replace the one I gave to my older daughter, who had lost hers. I tried to get by with a Pioneer in my pocket and a Classic on my keys for a few weeks; it worked OK, but I had to have my Compact back.How are you carrying the Compact?
I've probably given a dozen of these away over the years; maybe I should keep a couple of spares on-hand.
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Post by: Mechanickal on July 23, 2017, 04:35:34 PM
Post by: Faddy Daddy on July 23, 2017, 04:50:42 PM
I'm not sure I'd use one for the compact, or even my climber (maybe), but would definitely like one for a 4 layer such as explorer.
Post by: Faddy Daddy on July 23, 2017, 04:52:46 PM
The Compact carries great on a suspension clip! :tu:
Oh, and Mechanickal, was that you who I saw in another thread that made one out of an old pocket watch clip?
That was a neat idea who ever it was but there seems to be a smallish common clip I see in pics all the time, any ideas?
Post by: this_is_nascar on July 23, 2017, 05:02:19 PM
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Post by: Faddy Daddy on July 23, 2017, 05:12:17 PM
Thx. I have several of the knick-off suspension clips I got from eBay. It's the best way to carry a SAK for me.
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Thanks this_is_nascar, those are the ones I was thinking about.
:cheers:
Post by: Mechanickal on July 23, 2017, 05:21:25 PM
The Compact carries great on a suspension clip! :tu:
Oh, and Mechanickal, was that you who I saw in another thread that made one out of an old pocket watch clip?
That was a neat idea who ever it was but there seems to be a smallish common clip I see in pics all the time, any ideas?
Yes, that was me :D
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170723/07a57eebdaaacee71f8664c70c011ed1.jpg)
I've also got the other ones.
Those can be found on ebay and Chinese wholesale sites.
Search for "suspension clip" or "edc clip".
Just a sec, I'll look for a link.
Edit:
http://m.benl.ebay.be/itm/5-X-EDC-Bag-Suspension-Clip-Keychain-Clip-Tool-Carabiner-Outdoor-Quicklink-HU-/361782304174?nav=SEARCH
I did receive various levels of quality so one can not really tell beforehand what you'll receive.
I've got 2 brilliantly finished ones and 2 that look like they're punched from an old can.
Post by: Frailer on July 23, 2017, 05:24:33 PM
How are you carrying the Compact?
For years I carried it loose in my pocket, but these days I usually carry it alongside a Streamlight Microstream, in a leather slip that came with a whetstone:
(https://i.imgur.com/nquQ10D.jpg)
Post by: Faddy Daddy on July 26, 2017, 03:31:48 AM
I've been carrying my climber for the last few weeks but I can see the compact taking over as my edc or at least getting into a rotation.
The thinness is very nice and comfy in the pocket yet it still has most all of the tools I want, (save the awl I guess).
I also got my evo14 which I also love. It's a tad wider than expected but gorgeous with the wood scales. I just cut a little paper with the scissors, will have to give those more time though the spring seems more robust.
Here are some pics, for your viewing pleasure :D
Pic 1 and 2 are my climber and new compact
Pic 3 and 4 are my climber, compact and evo14
Post by: JP on July 26, 2017, 03:38:14 AM
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Post by: jaya_man on July 26, 2017, 06:13:50 AM
Top (L-R): Golfer 84mm, Golfer 91mm and Compact
Bottom (L-R): Custom Golfer 84mm, Custom Golfer 91mm and Custom Compact Tinker(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170726/43b5cd7c43ef70fc11b20ea38658814b.jpg)
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Post by: NorCalJim on July 26, 2017, 06:48:24 AM
Here's a family pic of the Compact lineage...
Top (L-R): Golfer 84mm, Golfer 91mm and Compact
Bottom (L-R): Custom Golfer 84mm, Custom Golfer 91mm and Custom Compact Tinker(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170726/43b5cd7c43ef70fc11b20ea38658814b.jpg)
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:like:
I have often wished that Victorinox produced a "Tinker" version of the Compact. It's great to see your custom Compact Tinker!
Thanks for sharing!
Post by: jaya_man on July 26, 2017, 06:53:33 AM
My pleasure Jim :cheers:Here's a family pic of the Compact lineage...
Top (L-R): Golfer 84mm, Golfer 91mm and Compact
Bottom (L-R): Custom Golfer 84mm, Custom Golfer 91mm and Custom Compact Tinker(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170726/43b5cd7c43ef70fc11b20ea38658814b.jpg)
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:like:
I have often wished that Victorinox produced a "Tinker" version of the Compact. It's great to see your custom Compact Tinker!
Thanks for sharing!
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Post by: El Corkscrew on July 26, 2017, 08:03:33 AM
My pleasure Jim :cheers:Here's a family pic of the Compact lineage...
Top (L-R): Golfer 84mm, Golfer 91mm and Compact
Bottom (L-R): Custom Golfer 84mm, Custom Golfer 91mm and Custom Compact Tinker(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170726/43b5cd7c43ef70fc11b20ea38658814b.jpg)
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:like:
I have often wished that Victorinox produced a "Tinker" version of the Compact. It's great to see your custom Compact Tinker!
Thanks for sharing!
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Crime against humanity if you ask me.. :pok: :D
Post by: jaya_man on July 26, 2017, 08:04:33 AM
Am guilty as charged... but what's a guy have to do to get desired tools :cheers:My pleasure Jim :cheers:Here's a family pic of the Compact lineage...
Top (L-R): Golfer 84mm, Golfer 91mm and Compact
Bottom (L-R): Custom Golfer 84mm, Custom Golfer 91mm and Custom Compact Tinker(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170726/43b5cd7c43ef70fc11b20ea38658814b.jpg)
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:like:
I have often wished that Victorinox produced a "Tinker" version of the Compact. It's great to see your custom Compact Tinker!
Thanks for sharing!
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Crime against humanity if you ask me.. :pok: :D
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Post by: El Corkscrew on July 26, 2017, 08:06:21 AM
Am guilty as charged... but what's a guy have to do to get desired tools :cheers:My pleasure Jim :cheers:Here's a family pic of the Compact lineage...
Top (L-R): Golfer 84mm, Golfer 91mm and Compact
Bottom (L-R): Custom Golfer 84mm, Custom Golfer 91mm and Custom Compact Tinker(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170726/43b5cd7c43ef70fc11b20ea38658814b.jpg)
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:like:
I have often wished that Victorinox produced a "Tinker" version of the Compact. It's great to see your custom Compact Tinker!
Thanks for sharing!
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Crime against humanity if you ask me.. :pok: :D
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It's not the mod that's the crime, is the unnatural and forceful backside phillips oppression..
I hear my corkscrews singing... "we shall overcome..."
Post by: jaya_man on July 26, 2017, 08:07:55 AM
If it appeases you, my yeoman mods and the master ranger still has corkscrews :lol:Am guilty as charged... but what's a guy have to do to get desired tools :cheers:My pleasure Jim :cheers:Here's a family pic of the Compact lineage...
Top (L-R): Golfer 84mm, Golfer 91mm and Compact
Bottom (L-R): Custom Golfer 84mm, Custom Golfer 91mm and Custom Compact Tinker(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170726/43b5cd7c43ef70fc11b20ea38658814b.jpg)
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:like:
I have often wished that Victorinox produced a "Tinker" version of the Compact. It's great to see your custom Compact Tinker!
Thanks for sharing!
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Crime against humanity if you ask me.. :pok: :D
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It's not the mod that's the crime, is the unnatural and forceful backside phillips oppression..
I hear my corkscrews singing... "we shall overcome..."
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Post by: El Corkscrew on July 26, 2017, 08:10:05 AM
Post by: Mechanickal on July 26, 2017, 09:05:49 AM
When your corkscrew is singing, its time to take your meds or to take a wee :whistle:Am guilty as charged... but what's a guy have to do to get desired tools :cheers:My pleasure Jim :cheers:Here's a family pic of the Compact lineage...
Top (L-R): Golfer 84mm, Golfer 91mm and Compact
Bottom (L-R): Custom Golfer 84mm, Custom Golfer 91mm and Custom Compact Tinker(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170726/43b5cd7c43ef70fc11b20ea38658814b.jpg)
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:like:
I have often wished that Victorinox produced a "Tinker" version of the Compact. It's great to see your custom Compact Tinker!
Thanks for sharing!
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Crime against humanity if you ask me.. :pok: :D
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It's not the mod that's the crime, is the unnatural and forceful backside phillips oppression..
I hear my corkscrews singing... "we shall overcome..."
Post by: El Corkscrew on July 26, 2017, 09:07:14 AM
Post by: jaya_man on July 26, 2017, 11:00:18 AM
Why is everyone awlways telling me to take my medication?? :think::lol:
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Post by: Mechanickal on July 26, 2017, 01:52:28 PM
Why is everyone awlways telling me to take my medication?? :think:Well if I'm not alone, that has to mean something :whistle:
Now if you'd walk to a random guy on the street and say "hey! My corkscrew is singing!" I'm sure his response would be rather unpredictable :whistle:
Post by: strmliner on July 26, 2017, 06:12:47 PM
Here's a family pic of the Compact lineage...
Top (L-R): Golfer 84mm, Golfer 91mm and Compact
Bottom (L-R): Custom Golfer 84mm, Custom Golfer 91mm and Custom Compact Tinker(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170726/43b5cd7c43ef70fc11b20ea38658814b.jpg)
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:like:
I have often wished that Victorinox produced a "Tinker" version of the Compact. It's great to see your custom Compact Tinker!
Thanks for sharing!
I'm in agreement...reminding one of what was said many centuries ago:
as retold by Francis Bacon, in Essays, 1625:
Mahomet cald the Hill to come to him. And when the Hill stood still, he was neuer a whit abashed, but said; If the Hill will not come to Mahomet, Mahomet wil go to the hil.
So it seems modifications are required...
Post by: jaya_man on July 26, 2017, 06:29:43 PM
Love the yellow scales :like:Here's a family pic of the Compact lineage...
Top (L-R): Golfer 84mm, Golfer 91mm and Compact
Bottom (L-R): Custom Golfer 84mm, Custom Golfer 91mm and Custom Compact Tinker(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170726/43b5cd7c43ef70fc11b20ea38658814b.jpg)
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:like:
I have often wished that Victorinox produced a "Tinker" version of the Compact. It's great to see your custom Compact Tinker!
Thanks for sharing!
I'm in agreement...reminding one of what was said many centuries ago:
as retold by Francis Bacon, in Essays, 1625:
Mahomet cald the Hill to come to him. And when the Hill stood still, he was neuer a whit abashed, but said; If the Hill will not come to Mahomet, Mahomet wil go to the hil.
So it seems modifications are required...
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Post by: El Corkscrew on July 30, 2017, 06:27:22 PM
Post by: magentus on July 30, 2017, 06:34:04 PM
It has taken me awhile but I'm finally getting used to the black Compact after carrying El Rojo for so long... I am confident he will enjoy his new life in the mother country.El Compact will be treasured and well looked after my friend. Bathed in the finest olive oil and wiped dry on Egyptian cotton - no luxury will be too great for this fine beauty. :salute:
Post by: twiliter on July 30, 2017, 07:07:21 PM
Maybe I should search "combo tool fails"? :think:
Post by: El Corkscrew on July 30, 2017, 07:15:14 PM
Where is the Compact Lack of Appreciation thread please? :D
Maybe I should search "combo tool fails"? :think:
That is well within your rights Señor Crepúsculo. The combo tool has not failed me yet. But I definitely will report back when it does. El KC Rambler/Manager has been there for any phillips needs that have presented themselves so far. I find that extra couple mm from the Climber + makes a difference in El Pocket. :cheers:
Post by: twiliter on July 30, 2017, 07:22:19 PM
Where is the Compact Lack of Appreciation thread please? :D
Maybe I should search "combo tool fails"? :think:
That is well within your rights Señor Crepúsculo. The combo tool has not failed me yet. But I definitely will report back when it does. El KC Rambler/Manager has been there for any phillips needs that have presented themselves so far. I find that extra couple mm from the Climber + makes a difference in El Pocket. :cheers:
Just a little pot stirring El C, that's what Sundays are for! :cheers:
It is an eminently pocketable model! :tu:
Post by: El Corkscrew on July 30, 2017, 07:27:04 PM
Where is the Compact Lack of Appreciation thread please? :D
Maybe I should search "combo tool fails"? :think:
That is well within your rights Señor Crepúsculo. The combo tool has not failed me yet. But I definitely will report back when it does. El KC Rambler/Manager has been there for any phillips needs that have presented themselves so far. I find that extra couple mm from the Climber + makes a difference in El Pocket. :cheers:
Just a little pot stirring El C, that's what Sundays are for! :cheers:
It is an eminently pocketable model! :tu:
I took no offense! Just standing up for mi amore. :) :cheers:
Post by: Faddy Daddy on July 30, 2017, 07:39:34 PM
Where is the Compact Lack of Appreciation thread please? :D
Maybe I should search "combo tool fails"? :think:
That is well within your rights Señor Crepúsculo. The combo tool has not failed me yet. But I definitely will report back when it does. El KC Rambler/Manager has been there for any phillips needs that have presented themselves so far. I find that extra couple mm from the Climber + makes a difference in El Pocket. :cheers:
I'm in agreement on those extra mm's El Corkscrew.
My compact is starting to win out every time over my climber on the daily carry decision. Though I love the emerald scales on my climber, each time I pick it up and compare it to the compact all I seem to personally be loosing is the Awl and the smaller blade. I rarely need a phillips and even if so, the one on the can opener has such a small reach.
Of those, it's the smaller 2nd blade I miss the most as I find it perfect for opening boxes and packages etc.
Post by: El Corkscrew on July 30, 2017, 07:44:45 PM
Where is the Compact Lack of Appreciation thread please? :D
Maybe I should search "combo tool fails"? :think:
That is well within your rights Señor Crepúsculo. The combo tool has not failed me yet. But I definitely will report back when it does. El KC Rambler/Manager has been there for any phillips needs that have presented themselves so far. I find that extra couple mm from the Climber + makes a difference in El Pocket. :cheers:
I'm in agreement on those extra mm's El Corkscrew.
My compact is starting to win out every time over my climber on the daily carry decision. Though I love the emerald scales on my climber, each time I pick it up and compare it to the compact all I seem to personally be loosing is the Awl and the smaller blade. I rarely need a phillips and even if so, the one on the can opener has such a small reach.
Of those, it's the smaller 2nd blade I miss the most as I find it perfect for opening boxes and packages etc.
I do miss the small blade sometimes but then remember I have a completely capable small blade on El 58mm as well.
Post by: Faddy Daddy on July 30, 2017, 08:30:49 PM
If it's blade size is a good compromise I might be very happy!
That goes for the scissors as well, but I'm starting to think it might be a good edc for me when I'm feeling minimalist.
Post by: Faddy Daddy on July 30, 2017, 08:33:17 PM
I'm excited awaiting my executive from the MTO store, (Jeez, why isn't it here already? I ordered it yesterday for cryin out loud!). :gimme:
If it's blade size is a good compromise I might be very happy!
That goes for the scissors as well, but I'm starting to think it might be a good edc for me when I'm feeling minimalist.
Umm err umm of course I remembered the executive has 2 blades! :twak:
Post by: this_is_nascar on July 30, 2017, 11:14:28 PM
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Post by: twiliter on July 31, 2017, 02:05:18 AM
Post by: El Corkscrew on July 31, 2017, 02:32:56 AM
Post by: twiliter on July 31, 2017, 03:31:50 AM
I supplement my climber with a key chain SAK as well... I really just don't miss an opportunity to carry a Swiss Army knife. In the winter time I have an executive in the coat pocket as well. and perhaps you are forgetting the compact does have an up on the climber with the hook file ... And you don't have to buy the plus scales separately.
Touché amigo! :cheers:
Post by: this_is_nascar on July 31, 2017, 03:45:29 AM
So what's all this talk about Compact supplement gear when you could have it all with a Climber? When I reach for my pocket knife, I don't have to decide which one. :duel:Being a new owner of both, I will say the Climber feels so much larger (and not in a good way) than the Compact.
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Post by: clown on August 05, 2017, 04:31:04 AM
Post by: El Corkscrew on August 05, 2017, 04:53:44 AM
:like: :drink: :cheers:
Post by: clown on August 05, 2017, 06:13:03 AM
:like: :drink: :cheers:
:drink:
Post by: this_is_nascar on August 05, 2017, 02:07:01 PM
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Post by: an0nemus on September 06, 2017, 06:24:46 AM
Why does this model cost more than other 2-layer SAKs ???
Post by: Mechanickal on September 06, 2017, 06:39:31 AM
Why is this model suddenly so appealing? It should be renamed Smart :DPlus scales, file on the back of the hook, scissors cost more to produce.
Why does this model cost more than other 2-layer SAKs ???
:cheers:
Post by: an0nemus on September 06, 2017, 06:41:18 AM
Why is this model suddenly so appealing? It should be renamed Smart :DPlus scales, file on the back of the hook, scissors cost more to produce.
Why does this model cost more than other 2-layer SAKs ???
:cheers:
Ah, makes sense! :cheers:
Post by: Peter1960 on September 06, 2017, 10:19:04 AM
(http://i.imgur.com/d6PoMGF.jpg)
Post by: an0nemus on September 06, 2017, 10:38:23 AM
I'm also a great fan of the Compact model (this picture I already showed on other places in the forum) -
(http://i.imgur.com/d6PoMGF.jpg)
Your pic is actually part of my laptop's wallpaper on regular rotation :drool: :tu:
Post by: Don Pablo on September 06, 2017, 10:48:50 AM
I'm also a great fan of the Compact model (this picture I already showed on other places in the forum) -:drool:
(http://i.imgur.com/d6PoMGF.jpg)
Post by: pfrsantos on September 06, 2017, 02:31:40 PM
:tu: :tu:
Post by: Don Pablo on September 06, 2017, 02:37:07 PM
Just wondering, anyone in europe have a beaten up compact?
Post by: Mechanickal on September 06, 2017, 05:31:08 PM
Very nice pfrsantos. :drool:Why? So we won't notice when you abuse it? :think:
Just wondering, anyone in europe have a beaten up compact?
Post by: pfrsantos on September 06, 2017, 05:34:32 PM
Very nice pfrsantos. :drool:
Just wondering, anyone in europe have a beaten up compact?
Well, a couple of friends have Smart cars, but they take real good care of them...
:whistle:
Post by: El Corkscrew on September 06, 2017, 05:36:58 PM
Very nice pfrsantos. :drool:
Just wondering, anyone in europe have a beaten up compact?
Well, a couple of friends have Smart cars, but they take real good care of them...
:whistle:
yawl are silly
Post by: Don Pablo on September 06, 2017, 05:42:06 PM
Drat, they got me! :rant:Very nice pfrsantos. :drool:Why? So we won't notice when you abuse it? :think:
Just wondering, anyone in europe have a beaten up compact?
Lol, I want a compact with an intact/slightly twisted combo tool, the condition of the rest doesn't matter.
Post by: pfrsantos on September 06, 2017, 05:43:47 PM
Drat, they got me! :rant:Very nice pfrsantos. :drool:Why? So we won't notice when you abuse it? :think:
Just wondering, anyone in europe have a beaten up compact?
Lol, I want a compact with an intact/slightly twisted combo tool, the condition of the rest doesn't matter.
Would a Bantam work? It's a little smaller, but maybe it would solve your problem. It's easier to find.
:think: :think:
Post by: AimlessWanderer on September 06, 2017, 05:46:58 PM
Drat, they got me! :rant:Very nice pfrsantos. :drool:Why? So we won't notice when you abuse it? :think:
Just wondering, anyone in europe have a beaten up compact?
Lol, I want a compact with an intact/slightly twisted combo tool, the condition of the rest doesn't matter.
Take a look at the DofE. It's cheaper than the Compact, and also got the file on the hook. Added bonus might be that the rounded off knife blade is more acceptable for you to carry over there, without fear of people getting the wrong impression
Post by: pfrsantos on September 06, 2017, 05:49:36 PM
Drat, they got me! :rant:Very nice pfrsantos. :drool:Why? So we won't notice when you abuse it? :think:
Just wondering, anyone in europe have a beaten up compact?
Lol, I want a compact with an intact/slightly twisted combo tool, the condition of the rest doesn't matter.
Take a look at the DofE. It's cheaper than the Compact, and also got the file on the hook. Added bonus might be that the rounded off knife blade is more acceptable for you to carry over there, without fear of people getting the wrong impression
Come on, Al! It's Pablo! No matter what blade or bladeless stuff he carries, people will always get the wrong impression...
:whistle:
:D :D :D :D
Post by: Don Pablo on September 06, 2017, 06:17:54 PM
It would, if I didn't need to enlarge the pivot hole of the combo tool. :-\Drat, they got me! :rant:Very nice pfrsantos. :drool:Why? So we won't notice when you abuse it? :think:
Just wondering, anyone in europe have a beaten up compact?
Lol, I want a compact with an intact/slightly twisted combo tool, the condition of the rest doesn't matter.
Would a Bantam work? It's a little smaller, but maybe it would solve your problem. It's easier to find.
:think: :think:
Post by: Don Pablo on September 06, 2017, 06:18:35 PM
There's an idea Al. :think: :tu:Drat, they got me! :rant:Very nice pfrsantos. :drool:Why? So we won't notice when you abuse it? :think:
Just wondering, anyone in europe have a beaten up compact?
Lol, I want a compact with an intact/slightly twisted combo tool, the condition of the rest doesn't matter.
Take a look at the DofE. It's cheaper than the Compact, and also got the file on the hook. Added bonus might be that the rounded off knife blade is more acceptable for you to carry over there, without fear of people getting the wrong impression
Come on, Al! It's Pablo! No matter what blade or bladeless stuff he carries, people will always get the wrong impression...
:whistle:
:D :D :D :D
Lol santos. :facepalm:
Post by: pfrsantos on September 06, 2017, 06:20:08 PM
It would, if I didn't need to enlarge the pivot hole of the combo tool. :-\Drat, they got me! :rant:Very nice pfrsantos. :drool:Why? So we won't notice when you abuse it? :think:
Just wondering, anyone in europe have a beaten up compact?
Lol, I want a compact with an intact/slightly twisted combo tool, the condition of the rest doesn't matter.
Would a Bantam work? It's a little smaller, but maybe it would solve your problem. It's easier to find.
:think: :think:
Can't help you there. Maybe ask syph007 or another modder?...
:think: :think:
Post by: strmliner on September 06, 2017, 06:39:08 PM
It would, if I didn't need to enlarge the pivot hole of the combo tool. :-\Drat, they got me! :rant:Very nice pfrsantos. :drool:Why? So we won't notice when you abuse it? :think:
Just wondering, anyone in europe have a beaten up compact?
Lol, I want a compact with an intact/slightly twisted combo tool, the condition of the rest doesn't matter.
Would a Bantam work? It's a little smaller, but maybe it would solve your problem. It's easier to find.
:think: :think:
You will...I'm doing a Scientist mod now and have to enlarge the current spare combo tool I have to do it, otherwise I'll have to break down one of the parts-Compacts I have.
Post by: Mechanickal on September 06, 2017, 07:57:30 PM
I'll send you a 84mm tool with combo tool if you like Pablo.It would, if I didn't need to enlarge the pivot hole of the combo tool. :-\Drat, they got me! :rant:Very nice pfrsantos. :drool:Why? So we won't notice when you abuse it? :think:
Just wondering, anyone in europe have a beaten up compact?
Lol, I want a compact with an intact/slightly twisted combo tool, the condition of the rest doesn't matter.
Would a Bantam work? It's a little smaller, but maybe it would solve your problem. It's easier to find.
:think: :think:
You will...I'm doing a Scientist mod now and have to enlarge the current spare combo tool I have to do it, otherwise I'll have to break down one of the parts-Compacts I have.
Yes you'll need to drill it out but it's possible.
It's also useable in a 91mm tool but it'll sit a little lower.
Will have to send my only Waiter for it though, but anything for you Pabs :)
Post by: Don Pablo on September 06, 2017, 08:00:59 PM
Thank you for the extremely generous offer, but no thank you. :hatsoff:I'll send you a 84mm tool with combo tool if you like Pablo.It would, if I didn't need to enlarge the pivot hole of the combo tool. :-\Drat, they got me! :rant:Very nice pfrsantos. :drool:Why? So we won't notice when you abuse it? :think:
Just wondering, anyone in europe have a beaten up compact?
Lol, I want a compact with an intact/slightly twisted combo tool, the condition of the rest doesn't matter.
Would a Bantam work? It's a little smaller, but maybe it would solve your problem. It's easier to find.
:think: :think:
You will...I'm doing a Scientist mod now and have to enlarge the current spare combo tool I have to do it, otherwise I'll have to break down one of the parts-Compacts I have.
Yes you'll need to drill it out but it's possible.
It's also useable in a 91mm tool but it'll sit a little lower.
Will have to send my only Waiter for it though, but anything for you Pabs :)
I'll buy one on Amazon or find one at the boot sales in good time. :cheers:
Post by: Mechanickal on September 06, 2017, 08:22:16 PM
Ok, good...Thank you for the extremely generous offer, but no thank you. :hatsoff:I'll send you a 84mm tool with combo tool if you like Pablo.It would, if I didn't need to enlarge the pivot hole of the combo tool. :-\Drat, they got me! :rant:Very nice pfrsantos. :drool:Why? So we won't notice when you abuse it? :think:
Just wondering, anyone in europe have a beaten up compact?
Lol, I want a compact with an intact/slightly twisted combo tool, the condition of the rest doesn't matter.
Would a Bantam work? It's a little smaller, but maybe it would solve your problem. It's easier to find.
:think: :think:
You will...I'm doing a Scientist mod now and have to enlarge the current spare combo tool I have to do it, otherwise I'll have to break down one of the parts-Compacts I have.
Yes you'll need to drill it out but it's possible.
It's also useable in a 91mm tool but it'll sit a little lower.
Will have to send my only Waiter for it though, but anything for you Pabs :)
I'll buy one on Amazon or find one at the boot sales in good time. :cheers:
Otherwise I'd have to get my own drinks.
:facepalm:
Post by: magentus on September 06, 2017, 08:25:02 PM
Post by: Don Pablo on September 06, 2017, 08:59:46 PM
Pabs hun, I have a slightly bent 84mm combo tool left over from a recent mod and I remembered I'm supposed to be sending you some alox scales and opener layer 'n' springs. Want me to include the Combo tool 'n' all?Only if yer not going to need it Mags. :hatsoff: :cheers:
Post by: magentus on September 06, 2017, 09:02:39 PM
Not unless I start appreciating the combo tool, which I won't :DPabs hun, I have a slightly bent 84mm combo tool left over from a recent mod and I remembered I'm supposed to be sending you some alox scales and opener layer 'n' springs. Want me to include the Combo tool 'n' all?Only if yer not going to need it Mags. :hatsoff: :cheers:
Post by: Don Pablo on September 06, 2017, 09:09:03 PM
Good point. :DNot unless I start appreciating the combo tool, which I won't :DPabs hun, I have a slightly bent 84mm combo tool left over from a recent mod and I remembered I'm supposed to be sending you some alox scales and opener layer 'n' springs. Want me to include the Combo tool 'n' all?Only if yer not going to need it Mags. :hatsoff: :cheers:
In my particular case, the combo tool is the best of a bad lot.
Post by: El Corkscrew on September 06, 2017, 09:10:17 PM
Not unless I start appreciating the combo tool, which I won't :DPabs hun, I have a slightly bent 84mm combo tool left over from a recent mod and I remembered I'm supposed to be sending you some alox scales and opener layer 'n' springs. Want me to include the Combo tool 'n' all?Only if yer not going to need it Mags. :hatsoff: :cheers:
Have you tried opening a can of beans with it? after a hard day at work? It's like greased lightning ⚡
Post by: magentus on September 06, 2017, 09:14:59 PM
Why don't you throw caution to the wind, release your inner craftsman and invent the 'Pabs Tool' - It could do all sorts of tasks; ignite a flamethrower, open tins and bottles, prise legos apart, prepare a delicious souffle, press your underpants, de-tick a dog, and repair a trebuchet that tried to launch a Panzer Bjorn that was a touch too heavy for it.Good point. :DNot unless I start appreciating the combo tool, which I won't :DPabs hun, I have a slightly bent 84mm combo tool left over from a recent mod and I remembered I'm supposed to be sending you some alox scales and opener layer 'n' springs. Want me to include the Combo tool 'n' all?Only if yer not going to need it Mags. :hatsoff: :cheers:
In my particular case, the combo tool is the best of a bad lot.
The only limit is your imagination. Get set, GO!
Post by: magentus on September 06, 2017, 09:15:48 PM
I will give it a try for me beans on toast (keep hearing your Ross accent when I say that :D )Not unless I start appreciating the combo tool, which I won't :DPabs hun, I have a slightly bent 84mm combo tool left over from a recent mod and I remembered I'm supposed to be sending you some alox scales and opener layer 'n' springs. Want me to include the Combo tool 'n' all?Only if yer not going to need it Mags. :hatsoff: :cheers:
Have you tried opening a can of beans with it? after a hard day at work? It's like greased lightning ⚡
Post by: Don Pablo on September 06, 2017, 09:17:51 PM
How would you feel about the combo tool if it was made of the most twist resistant Ti alloy possible? :ahhh :drool:Why don't you throw caution to the wind, release your inner craftsman and invent the 'Pabs Tool' - It could do all sorts of tasks; ignite a flamethrower, open tins and bottles, prise legos apart, prepare a delicious souffle, press your underpants, de-tick a dog, and repair a trebuchet that tried to launch a Panzer Bjorn that was a touch too heavy for it.Good point. :DNot unless I start appreciating the combo tool, which I won't :DPabs hun, I have a slightly bent 84mm combo tool left over from a recent mod and I remembered I'm supposed to be sending you some alox scales and opener layer 'n' springs. Want me to include the Combo tool 'n' all?Only if yer not going to need it Mags. :hatsoff: :cheers:
In my particular case, the combo tool is the best of a bad lot.
The only limit is your imagination. Get set, GO!
Post by: Don Pablo on September 06, 2017, 09:18:45 PM
Now you're making me want the combo tool baad, just to try opening a can with it. :ahhhI will give it a try for me beans on toast (keep hearing your Ross accent when I say that :D )Not unless I start appreciating the combo tool, which I won't :DPabs hun, I have a slightly bent 84mm combo tool left over from a recent mod and I remembered I'm supposed to be sending you some alox scales and opener layer 'n' springs. Want me to include the Combo tool 'n' all?Only if yer not going to need it Mags. :hatsoff: :cheers:
Have you tried opening a can of beans with it? after a hard day at work? It's like greased lightning ⚡
Post by: magentus on September 06, 2017, 09:21:23 PM
If you could guarantee it wouldn't twist even if I attempted to prise open the lid of my U Boat at a depth of 20 leagues.How would you feel about the combo tool if it was made of the most twist resistant Ti alloy possible? :ahhh :drool:Why don't you throw caution to the wind, release your inner craftsman and invent the 'Pabs Tool' - It could do all sorts of tasks; ignite a flamethrower, open tins and bottles, prise legos apart, prepare a delicious souffle, press your underpants, de-tick a dog, and repair a trebuchet that tried to launch a Panzer Bjorn that was a touch too heavy for it.Good point. :DNot unless I start appreciating the combo tool, which I won't :DPabs hun, I have a slightly bent 84mm combo tool left over from a recent mod and I remembered I'm supposed to be sending you some alox scales and opener layer 'n' springs. Want me to include the Combo tool 'n' all?Only if yer not going to need it Mags. :hatsoff: :cheers:
In my particular case, the combo tool is the best of a bad lot.
The only limit is your imagination. Get set, GO!
Post by: Don Pablo on September 06, 2017, 09:24:37 PM
Why on gods green earth are you inside the mantle? :ahhhIf you could guarantee it wouldn't twist even if I attempted to prise open the lid of my U Boat at a depth of 20 leagues.How would you feel about the combo tool if it was made of the most twist resistant Ti alloy possible? :ahhh :drool:Why don't you throw caution to the wind, release your inner craftsman and invent the 'Pabs Tool' - It could do all sorts of tasks; ignite a flamethrower, open tins and bottles, prise legos apart, prepare a delicious souffle, press your underpants, de-tick a dog, and repair a trebuchet that tried to launch a Panzer Bjorn that was a touch too heavy for it.Good point. :DNot unless I start appreciating the combo tool, which I won't :DPabs hun, I have a slightly bent 84mm combo tool left over from a recent mod and I remembered I'm supposed to be sending you some alox scales and opener layer 'n' springs. Want me to include the Combo tool 'n' all?Only if yer not going to need it Mags. :hatsoff: :cheers:
In my particular case, the combo tool is the best of a bad lot.
The only limit is your imagination. Get set, GO!
And who's your Internet provider? If they can give you an internet connection when you're in the mantle, I'm signing up to them. :drool:
Post by: Mechanickal on September 06, 2017, 09:25:00 PM
We guarantee!If you could guarantee it wouldn't twist even if I attempted to prise open the lid of my U Boat at a depth of 20 leagues.How would you feel about the combo tool if it was made of the most twist resistant Ti alloy possible? :ahhh :drool:Why don't you throw caution to the wind, release your inner craftsman and invent the 'Pabs Tool' - It could do all sorts of tasks; ignite a flamethrower, open tins and bottles, prise legos apart, prepare a delicious souffle, press your underpants, de-tick a dog, and repair a trebuchet that tried to launch a Panzer Bjorn that was a touch too heavy for it.Good point. :DNot unless I start appreciating the combo tool, which I won't :DPabs hun, I have a slightly bent 84mm combo tool left over from a recent mod and I remembered I'm supposed to be sending you some alox scales and opener layer 'n' springs. Want me to include the Combo tool 'n' all?Only if yer not going to need it Mags. :hatsoff: :cheers:
In my particular case, the combo tool is the best of a bad lot.
The only limit is your imagination. Get set, GO!
Now go and try!
Post by: magentus on September 06, 2017, 09:27:45 PM
We can only get wifi in Torpedo tube 2Why on gods green earth are you inside the mantle? :ahhhIf you could guarantee it wouldn't twist even if I attempted to prise open the lid of my U Boat at a depth of 20 leagues.How would you feel about the combo tool if it was made of the most twist resistant Ti alloy possible? :ahhh :drool:Why don't you throw caution to the wind, release your inner craftsman and invent the 'Pabs Tool' - It could do all sorts of tasks; ignite a flamethrower, open tins and bottles, prise legos apart, prepare a delicious souffle, press your underpants, de-tick a dog, and repair a trebuchet that tried to launch a Panzer Bjorn that was a touch too heavy for it.Good point. :DNot unless I start appreciating the combo tool, which I won't :DPabs hun, I have a slightly bent 84mm combo tool left over from a recent mod and I remembered I'm supposed to be sending you some alox scales and opener layer 'n' springs. Want me to include the Combo tool 'n' all?Only if yer not going to need it Mags. :hatsoff: :cheers:
In my particular case, the combo tool is the best of a bad lot.
The only limit is your imagination. Get set, GO!
And who's your Internet provider? If they can give you an internet connection when you're in the mantle, I'm signing up to them. :drool:
Post by: magentus on September 06, 2017, 09:28:46 PM
OK, here goes noth glugggggggggggggggggggggWe guarantee!If you could guarantee it wouldn't twist even if I attempted to prise open the lid of my U Boat at a depth of 20 leagues.How would you feel about the combo tool if it was made of the most twist resistant Ti alloy possible? :ahhh :drool:Why don't you throw caution to the wind, release your inner craftsman and invent the 'Pabs Tool' - It could do all sorts of tasks; ignite a flamethrower, open tins and bottles, prise legos apart, prepare a delicious souffle, press your underpants, de-tick a dog, and repair a trebuchet that tried to launch a Panzer Bjorn that was a touch too heavy for it.Good point. :DNot unless I start appreciating the combo tool, which I won't :DPabs hun, I have a slightly bent 84mm combo tool left over from a recent mod and I remembered I'm supposed to be sending you some alox scales and opener layer 'n' springs. Want me to include the Combo tool 'n' all?Only if yer not going to need it Mags. :hatsoff: :cheers:
In my particular case, the combo tool is the best of a bad lot.
The only limit is your imagination. Get set, GO!
Now go and try!
Post by: Don Pablo on September 06, 2017, 09:31:23 PM
MAGS!!!!!!!! :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhhOK, here goes noth glugggggggggggggggggggggWe guarantee!If you could guarantee it wouldn't twist even if I attempted to prise open the lid of my U Boat at a depth of 20 leagues.How would you feel about the combo tool if it was made of the most twist resistant Ti alloy possible? :ahhh :drool:Why don't you throw caution to the wind, release your inner craftsman and invent the 'Pabs Tool' - It could do all sorts of tasks; ignite a flamethrower, open tins and bottles, prise legos apart, prepare a delicious souffle, press your underpants, de-tick a dog, and repair a trebuchet that tried to launch a Panzer Bjorn that was a touch too heavy for it.Good point. :DNot unless I start appreciating the combo tool, which I won't :DPabs hun, I have a slightly bent 84mm combo tool left over from a recent mod and I remembered I'm supposed to be sending you some alox scales and opener layer 'n' springs. Want me to include the Combo tool 'n' all?Only if yer not going to need it Mags. :hatsoff: :cheers:
In my particular case, the combo tool is the best of a bad lot.
The only limit is your imagination. Get set, GO!
Now go and try!
Post by: an0nemus on September 07, 2017, 12:52:01 AM
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Post by: jaya_man on September 07, 2017, 03:00:28 AM
Yes! A groupmate over at our local Facebook group has a Golfer and he agreed to trade with a Wenger pouch I have. Pics he sent. Scissors need spring and scales need replacement but it looks good84mm Golfer... scales you can find... springs might be tough though :cheers:
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Post by: ironraven on September 07, 2017, 03:12:21 AM
Yes! A groupmate over at our local Facebook group has a Golfer and he agreed to trade with a Wenger pouch I have.
Killer deal.
I've got some beach front property in Arizona if he's interested.
Post by: an0nemus on September 07, 2017, 05:15:15 AM
Yes! A groupmate over at our local Facebook group has a Golfer and he agreed to trade with a Wenger pouch I have. Pics he sent. Scissors need spring and scales need replacement but it looks good84mm Golfer... scales you can find... springs might be tough though :cheers:
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Opps. Im not sure if he has the 91mm or 84mm version? I'll be getting it in a few hours. Is he holding an 84mm? Is the scissor springs different on 84 and 91mm SAKs? :think:
http://www.sakwiki.com/ti...ndex.php?page=Golfer+91mm (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golfer+91mm)
http://www.sakwiki.com/ti...ndex.php?page=Golfer+84mm (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golfer+84mm)
Post by: an0nemus on September 07, 2017, 05:18:00 AM
Yes! A groupmate over at our local Facebook group has a Golfer and he agreed to trade with a Wenger pouch I have.
Killer deal.
I've got some beach front property in Arizona if he's interested.
My groupmate actually gets his stuff from the TSA :whistle:
Post by: jaya_man on September 07, 2017, 09:04:51 AM
But I could be wrong... from the picture angle, the backtool pivot seems closer to the Shield... Either way, Golfer is a nice score...Yes! A groupmate over at our local Facebook group has a Golfer and he agreed to trade with a Wenger pouch I have. Pics he sent. Scissors need spring and scales need replacement but it looks good84mm Golfer... scales you can find... springs might be tough though :cheers:
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Opps. Im not sure if he has the 91mm or 84mm version? I'll be getting it in a few hours. Is he holding an 84mm? Is the scissor springs different on 84 and 91mm SAKs? :think:
http://www.sakwiki.com/ti...ndex.php?page=Golfer+91mm (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golfer+91mm)
http://www.sakwiki.com/ti...ndex.php?page=Golfer+84mm (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golfer+84mm)
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Post by: pfrsantos on September 07, 2017, 11:47:13 AM
Yes! A groupmate over at our local Facebook group has a Golfer and he agreed to trade with a Wenger pouch I have. Pics he sent. Scissors need spring and scales need replacement but it looks good84mm Golfer... scales you can find... springs might be tough though :cheers:
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Opps. Im not sure if he has the 91mm or 84mm version? I'll be getting it in a few hours. Is he holding an 84mm? Is the scissor springs different on 84 and 91mm SAKs? :think:
http://www.sakwiki.com/ti...ndex.php?page=Golfer+91mm (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golfer+91mm)
http://www.sakwiki.com/ti...ndex.php?page=Golfer+84mm (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golfer+84mm)
I think it just needs the scissors spring, not the back spring for the scissors. That won't be too hard to get, I think.
Post by: pfrsantos on September 07, 2017, 11:49:24 AM
Ok, good...Thank you for the extremely generous offer, but no thank you. :hatsoff:I'll send you a 84mm tool with combo tool if you like Pablo.It would, if I didn't need to enlarge the pivot hole of the combo tool. :-\Drat, they got me! :rant:Very nice pfrsantos. :drool:Why? So we won't notice when you abuse it? :think:
Just wondering, anyone in europe have a beaten up compact?
Lol, I want a compact with an intact/slightly twisted combo tool, the condition of the rest doesn't matter.
Would a Bantam work? It's a little smaller, but maybe it would solve your problem. It's easier to find.
:think: :think:
You will...I'm doing a Scientist mod now and have to enlarge the current spare combo tool I have to do it, otherwise I'll have to break down one of the parts-Compacts I have.
Yes you'll need to drill it out but it's possible.
It's also useable in a 91mm tool but it'll sit a little lower.
Will have to send my only Waiter for it though, but anything for you Pabs :)
I'll buy one on Amazon or find one at the boot sales in good time. :cheers:
Otherwise I'd have to get my own drinks.
:facepalm:
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:D :D :D :D
:D :D :D :D
Post by: pfrsantos on September 07, 2017, 11:49:51 AM
:nanadance: :nanadance: :nanadance: :nanadance:
Post by: Mechanickal on September 07, 2017, 12:20:59 PM
FI-NA-LY!!Ok, good...Thank you for the extremely generous offer, but no thank you. :hatsoff:I'll send you a 84mm tool with combo tool if you like Pablo.It would, if I didn't need to enlarge the pivot hole of the combo tool. :-\Drat, they got me! :rant:Very nice pfrsantos. :drool:Why? So we won't notice when you abuse it? :think:
Just wondering, anyone in europe have a beaten up compact?
Lol, I want a compact with an intact/slightly twisted combo tool, the condition of the rest doesn't matter.
Would a Bantam work? It's a little smaller, but maybe it would solve your problem. It's easier to find.
:think: :think:
You will...I'm doing a Scientist mod now and have to enlarge the current spare combo tool I have to do it, otherwise I'll have to break down one of the parts-Compacts I have.
Yes you'll need to drill it out but it's possible.
It's also useable in a 91mm tool but it'll sit a little lower.
Will have to send my only Waiter for it though, but anything for you Pabs :)
I'll buy one on Amazon or find one at the boot sales in good time. :cheers:
Otherwise I'd have to get my own drinks.
:facepalm:Show content(http://thumbpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/Oh-I-see-what-you-did-there.jpg)
:D :D :D :D
Post by: an0nemus on September 07, 2017, 12:42:44 PM
I hope so. Same spring as 91mm scissors? I finally got it! Yes! My 84mm Golfer!Yes! A groupmate over at our local Facebook group has a Golfer and he agreed to trade with a Wenger pouch I have. Pics he sent. Scissors need spring and scales need replacement but it looks good84mm Golfer... scales you can find... springs might be tough though :cheers:
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Opps. Im not sure if he has the 91mm or 84mm version? I'll be getting it in a few hours. Is he holding an 84mm? Is the scissor springs different on 84 and 91mm SAKs? :think:
http://www.sakwiki.com/ti...ndex.php?page=Golfer+91mm (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golfer+91mm)
http://www.sakwiki.com/ti...ndex.php?page=Golfer+84mm (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golfer+84mm)
I think it just needs the scissors spring, not the back spring for the scissors. That won't be too hard to get, I think.
I'm excited to clean and beautify this
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/e6dd06df0cbb0b19765ef66e7bbed996.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/10778371856b7464fad4bd30afa15408.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/7b4bf0e1507678809abb9d81184a6af4.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/e03694782e20088d5764e9d9d422e265.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/f3a5533b2eba7396e03d997bbc44e79c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/6a0ce4035d59d13a88b26121b938eb94.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/db24fe8067efe73c0394f62be70887ea.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/23d58cf552659be860795b264f658592.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/169c1538d936883aedce97d48275e7a8.jpg)
Post by: jaya_man on September 07, 2017, 12:49:00 PM
Different size spring... But 91mm can be used too... just need to coerse it a bit :cheers:I hope so. Same spring as 91mm scissors? I finally got it! Yes! My 84mm Golfer!Yes! A groupmate over at our local Facebook group has a Golfer and he agreed to trade with a Wenger pouch I have. Pics he sent. Scissors need spring and scales need replacement but it looks good84mm Golfer... scales you can find... springs might be tough though :cheers:
(http://emoji.tapatalk-cdn.com/emoji16.png)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170906/ba8b6e908a628bc12fd8b135bef1dddd.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170906/a0a8a1c4bd43766a526dc1d21c3f2748.jpg)
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Opps. Im not sure if he has the 91mm or 84mm version? I'll be getting it in a few hours. Is he holding an 84mm? Is the scissor springs different on 84 and 91mm SAKs? :think:
http://www.sakwiki.com/ti...ndex.php?page=Golfer+91mm (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golfer+91mm)
http://www.sakwiki.com/ti...ndex.php?page=Golfer+84mm (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golfer+84mm)
I think it just needs the scissors spring, not the back spring for the scissors. That won't be too hard to get, I think.
I'm excited to clean and beautify this
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/e6dd06df0cbb0b19765ef66e7bbed996.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/10778371856b7464fad4bd30afa15408.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/7b4bf0e1507678809abb9d81184a6af4.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/e03694782e20088d5764e9d9d422e265.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/f3a5533b2eba7396e03d997bbc44e79c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/6a0ce4035d59d13a88b26121b938eb94.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/db24fe8067efe73c0394f62be70887ea.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/23d58cf552659be860795b264f658592.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/169c1538d936883aedce97d48275e7a8.jpg)
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Post by: an0nemus on September 07, 2017, 02:43:32 PM
Different size spring... But 91mm can be used too... just need to coerse it a bit :cheers:I hope so. Same spring as 91mm scissors? I finally got it! Yes! My 84mm Golfer!Yes! A groupmate over at our local Facebook group has a Golfer and he agreed to trade with a Wenger pouch I have. Pics he sent. Scissors need spring and scales need replacement but it looks good84mm Golfer... scales you can find... springs might be tough though :cheers:
(http://emoji.tapatalk-cdn.com/emoji16.png)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170906/ba8b6e908a628bc12fd8b135bef1dddd.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170906/a0a8a1c4bd43766a526dc1d21c3f2748.jpg)
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Opps. Im not sure if he has the 91mm or 84mm version? I'll be getting it in a few hours. Is he holding an 84mm? Is the scissor springs different on 84 and 91mm SAKs? :think:
http://www.sakwiki.com/ti...ndex.php?page=Golfer+91mm (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golfer+91mm)
http://www.sakwiki.com/ti...ndex.php?page=Golfer+84mm (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golfer+84mm)
I think it just needs the scissors spring, not the back spring for the scissors. That won't be too hard to get, I think.
I'm excited to clean and beautify this (http://emoji.tapatalk-cdn.com/emoji106.png)(http://emoji.tapatalk-cdn.com/emoji106.png)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/e6dd06df0cbb0b19765ef66e7bbed996.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/10778371856b7464fad4bd30afa15408.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/7b4bf0e1507678809abb9d81184a6af4.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/e03694782e20088d5764e9d9d422e265.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/f3a5533b2eba7396e03d997bbc44e79c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/6a0ce4035d59d13a88b26121b938eb94.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/db24fe8067efe73c0394f62be70887ea.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/23d58cf552659be860795b264f658592.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/169c1538d936883aedce97d48275e7a8.jpg)
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I already removed the scales and will keep it naked for a while untill I get a yellow replacement. Its now having a hot soapy bath and after brushing and drying it, I'll put on a 91mm spring. I hope I can gently coerce her :whistle:
Post by: MacGyver on September 07, 2017, 03:04:42 PM
I hope so. Same spring as 91mm scissors? I finally got it! Yes! My 84mm Golfer!Yes! A groupmate over at our local Facebook group has a Golfer and he agreed to trade with a Wenger pouch I have. Pics he sent. Scissors need spring and scales need replacement but it looks good84mm Golfer... scales you can find... springs might be tough though :cheers:
(http://emoji.tapatalk-cdn.com/emoji16.png)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170906/ba8b6e908a628bc12fd8b135bef1dddd.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170906/a0a8a1c4bd43766a526dc1d21c3f2748.jpg)
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Opps. Im not sure if he has the 91mm or 84mm version? I'll be getting it in a few hours. Is he holding an 84mm? Is the scissor springs different on 84 and 91mm SAKs? :think:
http://www.sakwiki.com/ti...ndex.php?page=Golfer+91mm (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golfer+91mm)
http://www.sakwiki.com/ti...ndex.php?page=Golfer+84mm (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golfer+84mm)
I think it just needs the scissors spring, not the back spring for the scissors. That won't be too hard to get, I think.
I'm excited to clean and beautify this
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/e6dd06df0cbb0b19765ef66e7bbed996.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/10778371856b7464fad4bd30afa15408.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/7b4bf0e1507678809abb9d81184a6af4.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/e03694782e20088d5764e9d9d422e265.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/f3a5533b2eba7396e03d997bbc44e79c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/6a0ce4035d59d13a88b26121b938eb94.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/db24fe8067efe73c0394f62be70887ea.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/23d58cf552659be860795b264f658592.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/169c1538d936883aedce97d48275e7a8.jpg)
That's a lovely Golfer there mate :tu:
But you say it's an 84mm? From the pics you've posted it looks like a 91mm to me... :-\
It may be the angle of the pics tho... But it sure looks like 91mm... Have you put it side by side with a 91 to be sure? :think:
Post by: an0nemus on September 07, 2017, 03:08:07 PM
I was actually thinking of you when I got this 84mm and wondered what you will say. Here it is, next to my 91mm Super TinkerI hope so. Same spring as 91mm scissors? I finally got it! Yes! My 84mm Golfer!Yes! A groupmate over at our local Facebook group has a Golfer and he agreed to trade with a Wenger pouch I have. Pics he sent. Scissors need spring and scales need replacement but it looks good84mm Golfer... scales you can find... springs might be tough though :cheers:
(http://emoji.tapatalk-cdn.com/emoji16.png)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170906/ba8b6e908a628bc12fd8b135bef1dddd.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170906/a0a8a1c4bd43766a526dc1d21c3f2748.jpg)
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Opps. Im not sure if he has the 91mm or 84mm version? I'll be getting it in a few hours. Is he holding an 84mm? Is the scissor springs different on 84 and 91mm SAKs? :think:
http://www.sakwiki.com/ti...ndex.php?page=Golfer+91mm (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golfer+91mm)
http://www.sakwiki.com/ti...ndex.php?page=Golfer+84mm (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golfer+84mm)
I think it just needs the scissors spring, not the back spring for the scissors. That won't be too hard to get, I think.
I'm excited to clean and beautify this
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/e6dd06df0cbb0b19765ef66e7bbed996.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/10778371856b7464fad4bd30afa15408.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/7b4bf0e1507678809abb9d81184a6af4.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/e03694782e20088d5764e9d9d422e265.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/f3a5533b2eba7396e03d997bbc44e79c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/6a0ce4035d59d13a88b26121b938eb94.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/db24fe8067efe73c0394f62be70887ea.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/23d58cf552659be860795b264f658592.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/169c1538d936883aedce97d48275e7a8.jpg)
That's a lovely Golfer there mate :tu:
But you say it's an 84mm? From the pics you've posted it looks like a 91mm to me... :-\
It may be the angle of the pics tho... But it sure looks like 91mm... Have you put it side by side with a 91 to be sure? :think:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/d88b58c73d7b5324264cc7054bfe058b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/c67375b8f421c9c5bfca0b081a5334e3.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/d054e125353fc3a1e53f30aff6406947.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/a7c2b54d437ea7746374e2c8f94c57f8.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/134ddc75868c97177bf11c4ca2795629.jpg)
Post by: Mechanickal on September 07, 2017, 03:10:12 PM
Post by: Mechanickal on September 07, 2017, 03:11:37 PM
Post by: an0nemus on September 07, 2017, 03:14:33 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/28aaeaea45ccfe41df0c51b8c6d170d4.jpg)
Now I can use the 3D printed scales on this baby! :ahhh
Post by: MacGyver on September 07, 2017, 03:16:59 PM
I was actually thinking of you when I got this 84mm and wondered what you will say. Here it is, next to my 91mm Super TinkerI hope so. Same spring as 91mm scissors? I finally got it! Yes! My 84mm Golfer!Yes! A groupmate over at our local Facebook group has a Golfer and he agreed to trade with a Wenger pouch I have. Pics he sent. Scissors need spring and scales need replacement but it looks good84mm Golfer... scales you can find... springs might be tough though :cheers:
(http://emoji.tapatalk-cdn.com/emoji16.png)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170906/ba8b6e908a628bc12fd8b135bef1dddd.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170906/a0a8a1c4bd43766a526dc1d21c3f2748.jpg)
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Opps. Im not sure if he has the 91mm or 84mm version? I'll be getting it in a few hours. Is he holding an 84mm? Is the scissor springs different on 84 and 91mm SAKs? :think:
http://www.sakwiki.com/ti...ndex.php?page=Golfer+91mm (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golfer+91mm)
http://www.sakwiki.com/ti...ndex.php?page=Golfer+84mm (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golfer+84mm)
I think it just needs the scissors spring, not the back spring for the scissors. That won't be too hard to get, I think.
I'm excited to clean and beautify this
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/e6dd06df0cbb0b19765ef66e7bbed996.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/10778371856b7464fad4bd30afa15408.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/7b4bf0e1507678809abb9d81184a6af4.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/e03694782e20088d5764e9d9d422e265.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/f3a5533b2eba7396e03d997bbc44e79c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/6a0ce4035d59d13a88b26121b938eb94.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/db24fe8067efe73c0394f62be70887ea.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/23d58cf552659be860795b264f658592.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/169c1538d936883aedce97d48275e7a8.jpg)
That's a lovely Golfer there mate :tu:
But you say it's an 84mm? From the pics you've posted it looks like a 91mm to me... :-\
It may be the angle of the pics tho... But it sure looks like 91mm... Have you put it side by side with a 91 to be sure? :think:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/d88b58c73d7b5324264cc7054bfe058b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/c67375b8f421c9c5bfca0b081a5334e3.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/d054e125353fc3a1e53f30aff6406947.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/a7c2b54d437ea7746374e2c8f94c57f8.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/134ddc75868c97177bf11c4ca2795629.jpg)
Thanks for the pics mate. Don't get me wrong, the pics are great, but those angles are terrible for comparing Sak sizes, they look exactly the same size to me from those angles. Best way for that it to take full on straight pics or either the front/back or of the sides, side by side :-\
Maybe something 's wrong with my eyes but it still looks 91mm to me, same as the super tinker... :think:
Post by: an0nemus on September 07, 2017, 03:18:59 PM
I was actually thinking of you when I got this 84mm and wondered what you will say. Here it is, next to my 91mm Super TinkerI hope so. Same spring as 91mm scissors? I finally got it! Yes! My 84mm Golfer!Yes! A groupmate over at our local Facebook group has a Golfer and he agreed to trade with a Wenger pouch I have. Pics he sent. Scissors need spring and scales need replacement but it looks good84mm Golfer... scales you can find... springs might be tough though :cheers:
(http://emoji.tapatalk-cdn.com/emoji16.png)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170906/ba8b6e908a628bc12fd8b135bef1dddd.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170906/a0a8a1c4bd43766a526dc1d21c3f2748.jpg)
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Opps. Im not sure if he has the 91mm or 84mm version? I'll be getting it in a few hours. Is he holding an 84mm? Is the scissor springs different on 84 and 91mm SAKs? :think:
http://www.sakwiki.com/ti...ndex.php?page=Golfer+91mm (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golfer+91mm)
http://www.sakwiki.com/ti...ndex.php?page=Golfer+84mm (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golfer+84mm)
I think it just needs the scissors spring, not the back spring for the scissors. That won't be too hard to get, I think.
I'm excited to clean and beautify this (http://emoji.tapatalk-cdn.com/emoji106.png)(http://emoji.tapatalk-cdn.com/emoji106.png)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/e6dd06df0cbb0b19765ef66e7bbed996.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/10778371856b7464fad4bd30afa15408.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/7b4bf0e1507678809abb9d81184a6af4.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/e03694782e20088d5764e9d9d422e265.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/f3a5533b2eba7396e03d997bbc44e79c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/6a0ce4035d59d13a88b26121b938eb94.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/db24fe8067efe73c0394f62be70887ea.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/23d58cf552659be860795b264f658592.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/169c1538d936883aedce97d48275e7a8.jpg)
That's a lovely Golfer there mate :tu:
But you say it's an 84mm? From the pics you've posted it looks like a 91mm to me... :-\
It may be the angle of the pics tho... But it sure looks like 91mm... Have you put it side by side with a 91 to be sure? :think:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/d88b58c73d7b5324264cc7054bfe058b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/c67375b8f421c9c5bfca0b081a5334e3.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/d054e125353fc3a1e53f30aff6406947.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/a7c2b54d437ea7746374e2c8f94c57f8.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/134ddc75868c97177bf11c4ca2795629.jpg)
Thanks for the pics mate. Don't get me wrong, the pics are great, but those angles are terrible for comparing Sak sizes, they look exactly the same size to me from those angles. Best way for that it to take full on straight pics or either the front/back or of the sides, side by side :-\
Maybe something 's wrong with my eyes but it still looks 91mm to me, same as the super tinker... :think:
Youre right there. I must have conditioned my mind to think I was getting an 84mm. I do have an 84mm Bantam so I'll now consider this Golfer as its big and improved brother :D
Post by: Mechanickal on September 07, 2017, 03:20:03 PM
Still a nice score!
http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golfer+91mm
Post by: an0nemus on September 07, 2017, 03:21:32 PM
A 91mm Golfer it is...
Still a nice score!
Thanks! I hope I'm still welcome in this thread :cheers:
Post by: Mechanickal on September 07, 2017, 03:22:01 PM
Added a link to my original post.A 91mm Golfer it is...
Still a nice score!
Thanks! :cheers:
Post by: MacGyver on September 07, 2017, 03:22:14 PM
I was actually thinking of you when I got this 84mm and wondered what you will say. Here it is, next to my 91mm Super TinkerI hope so. Same spring as 91mm scissors? I finally got it! Yes! My 84mm Golfer!Yes! A groupmate over at our local Facebook group has a Golfer and he agreed to trade with a Wenger pouch I have. Pics he sent. Scissors need spring and scales need replacement but it looks good84mm Golfer... scales you can find... springs might be tough though :cheers:
(http://emoji.tapatalk-cdn.com/emoji16.png)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170906/ba8b6e908a628bc12fd8b135bef1dddd.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170906/a0a8a1c4bd43766a526dc1d21c3f2748.jpg)
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Opps. Im not sure if he has the 91mm or 84mm version? I'll be getting it in a few hours. Is he holding an 84mm? Is the scissor springs different on 84 and 91mm SAKs? :think:
http://www.sakwiki.com/ti...ndex.php?page=Golfer+91mm (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golfer+91mm)
http://www.sakwiki.com/ti...ndex.php?page=Golfer+84mm (http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Golfer+84mm)
I think it just needs the scissors spring, not the back spring for the scissors. That won't be too hard to get, I think.
I'm excited to clean and beautify this (http://emoji.tapatalk-cdn.com/emoji106.png)(http://emoji.tapatalk-cdn.com/emoji106.png)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/e6dd06df0cbb0b19765ef66e7bbed996.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/10778371856b7464fad4bd30afa15408.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/7b4bf0e1507678809abb9d81184a6af4.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/e03694782e20088d5764e9d9d422e265.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/f3a5533b2eba7396e03d997bbc44e79c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/6a0ce4035d59d13a88b26121b938eb94.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/db24fe8067efe73c0394f62be70887ea.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/23d58cf552659be860795b264f658592.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/169c1538d936883aedce97d48275e7a8.jpg)
That's a lovely Golfer there mate :tu:
But you say it's an 84mm? From the pics you've posted it looks like a 91mm to me... :-\
It may be the angle of the pics tho... But it sure looks like 91mm... Have you put it side by side with a 91 to be sure? :think:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/d88b58c73d7b5324264cc7054bfe058b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/c67375b8f421c9c5bfca0b081a5334e3.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/d054e125353fc3a1e53f30aff6406947.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/a7c2b54d437ea7746374e2c8f94c57f8.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/134ddc75868c97177bf11c4ca2795629.jpg)
Thanks for the pics mate. Don't get me wrong, the pics are great, but those angles are terrible for comparing Sak sizes, they look exactly the same size to me from those angles. Best way for that it to take full on straight pics or either the front/back or of the sides, side by side :-\
Maybe something 's wrong with my eyes but it still looks 91mm to me, same as the super tinker... :think:
Youre right there. I must have conditioned my mind to think I was getting an 84mm. I do have an 84mm Bantam so I'll now consider this Golfer as its big and improved brother :D
I knew it looked 91mm... :D
Still a great Sak mate, basically an early Compact, great score :salute:
Post by: an0nemus on September 07, 2017, 03:31:09 PM
:D
Post by: jaya_man on September 07, 2017, 03:59:47 PM
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Post by: an0nemus on September 07, 2017, 04:20:18 PM
Now those 91mm scissor springs will definitely fit... No coersion needed... :cheers:
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And I'm excited to put the spring, new lanyard ring, and mini-screwdriver :cheers:
Post by: pfrsantos on September 07, 2017, 04:25:55 PM
Now those 91mm scissor springs will definitely fit... No coersion needed... :cheers:
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And I'm excited to put the spring, new lanyard ring, and mini-screwdriver :cheers:
Make sure to show us the final result!
:tu: :tu:
Post by: pfrsantos on September 07, 2017, 05:30:45 PM
A 91mm Golfer it is...
Still a nice score!
Thanks! I hope I'm still welcome in this thread :cheers:
Well, that Golfer is very compact, so...
I'd say yes!
8) :tu:
Post by: El Corkscrew on September 07, 2017, 05:40:20 PM
A 91mm Golfer it is...
Still a nice score!
Thanks! I hope I'm still welcome in this thread :cheers:
Who uses that silly hook anyway????
Great knife! Just be careful! You'll soon need an 84mm Golfer, Compact, and Golfer with divot repair tool :ahhh
Post by: Mechanickal on September 07, 2017, 05:45:37 PM
An 84mm Golfer would be awesome!A 91mm Golfer it is...
Still a nice score!
Thanks! I hope I'm still welcome in this thread :cheers:
Who uses that silly hook anyway????
Great knife! Just be careful! You'll soon need an 84mm Golfer, Compact, and Golfer with divot repair tool :ahhh
Never even seen one though...
Post by: an0nemus on September 07, 2017, 05:46:39 PM
I'm having a very hard time installing the spring, even after watching so many YouTube tutorials. My Golfer's scissor hole has no chamfer on one side, and the hole itself seems smaller than my newer SAKs. I'll try again tomorrow. In the meantime...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/520e97a2024fc97d16136d72cd1bef10.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/85026dcfbfdab05ced30bf0b4256ce78.jpg)
Post by: an0nemus on September 07, 2017, 05:48:07 PM
A Compact is still in the crosshairsA 91mm Golfer it is...
Still a nice score!
Thanks! I hope I'm still welcome in this thread :cheers:
Who uses that silly hook anyway????
Great knife! Just be careful! You'll soon need an 84mm Golfer, Compact, and Golfer with divot repair tool :ahhh
Post by: pfrsantos on September 07, 2017, 05:48:19 PM
:tu: :tu:
The eyelets are great, you can make lots of different carry options with them.
:cheers: :salute:
Post by: El Corkscrew on September 07, 2017, 05:49:28 PM
Thanks, guys!
I'm having a very hard time installing the spring, even after watching so many YouTube tutorial. My Golfer's scisor hole has no chamfer, and the hole itself seems smaller than my newer SAKs. I'll try again tomorrow. In the meantime...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/520e97a2024fc97d16136d72cd1bef10.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/85026dcfbfdab05ced30bf0b4256ce78.jpg)
I've run into that problem and addressed with making the spring loop smaller w/ needle nose pliers then using a small nail to bend it back once it's in place.
Post by: pfrsantos on September 07, 2017, 05:51:54 PM
Thanks, guys!
I'm having a very hard time installing the spring, even after watching so many YouTube tutorial. My Golfer's scisor hole has no chamfer, and the hole itself seems smaller than my newer SAKs. I'll try again tomorrow. In the meantime...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/520e97a2024fc97d16136d72cd1bef10.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/85026dcfbfdab05ced30bf0b4256ce78.jpg)
I've run into that problem and addressed with making the spring loop smaller w/ needle nose pliers then using a small nail to bend it back once it's in place.
That's a pretty cool idea! I thought of the pliers to make the loop smaller, but hadn't thought about a way to make it regain it's form again.
:hatsoff: :clap:
Post by: Mechanickal on September 07, 2017, 05:52:32 PM
I usualy try inserting it from the other side if that occurs and use pliers to clamp them in.Thanks, guys!
I'm having a very hard time installing the spring, even after watching so many YouTube tutorial. My Golfer's scisor hole has no chamfer, and the hole itself seems smaller than my newer SAKs. I'll try again tomorrow. In the meantime...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/520e97a2024fc97d16136d72cd1bef10.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/85026dcfbfdab05ced30bf0b4256ce78.jpg)
I've run into that problem and addressed with making the spring loop smaller w/ needle nose pliers then using a small nail to bend it back once it's in place.
Works every time
Post by: an0nemus on September 07, 2017, 06:04:26 PM
You got your own caddy?! Cool!Yeah, this is the Mini but I find it small for even a 2-layer SAK. I might get a nylon caddy soon ☺
:tu: :tu:
The eyelets are great, you can make lots of different carry options with them.
:cheers: :salute:
Post by: an0nemus on September 07, 2017, 06:07:02 PM
I tried making the spring loop smaller but still it won't fit. I should make it even smaller. I'll try again tomorrow and the nail tip (midnight here already, zzzzzzz)Thanks, guys!
I'm having a very hard time installing the spring, even after watching so many YouTube tutorial. My Golfer's scisor hole has no chamfer, and the hole itself seems smaller than my newer SAKs. I'll try again tomorrow. In the meantime...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/520e97a2024fc97d16136d72cd1bef10.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/85026dcfbfdab05ced30bf0b4256ce78.jpg)
I've run into that problem and addressed with making the spring loop smaller w/ needle nose pliers then using a small nail to bend it back once it's in place.
Post by: an0nemus on September 07, 2017, 06:11:11 PM
It's really considerate of Victorinox to chamfer one side of the scissors hole where the spring is insertedThanks, guys!
I'm having a very hard time installing the spring, even after watching so many YouTube tutorial. My Golfer's scisor hole has no chamfer, and the hole itself seems smaller than my newer SAKs. I'll try again tomorrow. In the meantime...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/520e97a2024fc97d16136d72cd1bef10.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/85026dcfbfdab05ced30bf0b4256ce78.jpg)
I've run into that problem and addressed with making the spring loop smaller w/ needle nose pliers then using a small nail to bend it back once it's in place.
That's a pretty cool idea! I thought of the pliers to make the loop smaller, but hadn't thought about a way to make it regain it's form again.
:hatsoff: :clap:
Post by: an0nemus on September 07, 2017, 06:12:28 PM
Tried this and am baffled how come it looks effortless in YouTube videosI usualy try inserting it from the other side if that occurs and use pliers to clamp them in.Thanks, guys!
I'm having a very hard time installing the spring, even after watching so many YouTube tutorial. My Golfer's scisor hole has no chamfer, and the hole itself seems smaller than my newer SAKs. I'll try again tomorrow. In the meantime...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/520e97a2024fc97d16136d72cd1bef10.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/85026dcfbfdab05ced30bf0b4256ce78.jpg)
I've run into that problem and addressed with making the spring loop smaller w/ needle nose pliers then using a small nail to bend it back once it's in place.
Works every time
Post by: pfrsantos on September 07, 2017, 06:46:23 PM
Tried this and am baffled how come it looks effortless in YouTube videosI usualy try inserting it from the other side if that occurs and use pliers to clamp them in.Thanks, guys!
I'm having a very hard time installing the spring, even after watching so many YouTube tutorial. My Golfer's scisor hole has no chamfer, and the hole itself seems smaller than my newer SAKs. I'll try again tomorrow. In the meantime...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/520e97a2024fc97d16136d72cd1bef10.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/85026dcfbfdab05ced30bf0b4256ce78.jpg)
I've run into that problem and addressed with making the spring loop smaller w/ needle nose pliers then using a small nail to bend it back once it's in place.
Works every time
Like in this one? If you use the opening in the scissors hole to hold the spring just after the round tip, it might do the trick.
:think: :think:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U9H_-jwSBsA
Post by: Mechanickal on September 07, 2017, 06:49:33 PM
Nothing?
Place spring on other side of scissors and retry.
Post by: strmliner on September 07, 2017, 07:46:21 PM
An 84mm Golfer would be awesome!A 91mm Golfer it is...
Still a nice score!
Thanks! I hope I'm still welcome in this thread :cheers:
Who uses that silly hook anyway????
Great knife! Just be careful! You'll soon need an 84mm Golfer, Compact, and Golfer with divot repair tool :ahhh
Never even seen one though...
84mm Golfers show up every month or so on evil bay. I made a point of tracking them for a year and was able to get a few, primarily for the 84mm scissors. The ones in good shape will stay Golfers as I really like them. In fact, both sized Golfers are my favorite EDC when possible (otherwise it's a Manager or an Alox Cadet). Here are a couple of 84 vs 91 Golfer shots I did. :cheers:
Post by: Mechanickal on September 07, 2017, 09:04:04 PM
USA-bay?An 84mm Golfer would be awesome!A 91mm Golfer it is...
Still a nice score!
Thanks! I hope I'm still welcome in this thread :cheers:
Who uses that silly hook anyway????
Great knife! Just be careful! You'll soon need an 84mm Golfer, Compact, and Golfer with divot repair tool :ahhh
Never even seen one though...
84mm Golfers show up every month or so on evil bay. I made a point of tracking them for a year and was able to get a few, primarily for the 84mm scissors. The ones in good shape will stay Golfers as I really like them. In fact, both sized Golfers are my favorite EDC when possible (otherwise it's a Manager or an Alox Cadet). Here are a couple of 84 vs 91 Golfer shots I did. :cheers:
Post by: jaya_man on September 08, 2017, 03:02:06 AM
I will be installing a scissor spring later... I'll try to get some pics.Thanks, guys!
I'm having a very hard time installing the spring, even after watching so many YouTube tutorial. My Golfer's scisor hole has no chamfer, and the hole itself seems smaller than my newer SAKs. I'll try again tomorrow. In the meantime...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/520e97a2024fc97d16136d72cd1bef10.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/85026dcfbfdab05ced30bf0b4256ce78.jpg)
I've run into that problem and addressed with making the spring loop smaller w/ needle nose pliers then using a small nail to bend it back once it's in place.
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Post by: an0nemus on September 08, 2017, 03:05:07 AM
This was actually the first video I saw; unfortunately my Golfer doesn't have a chamfered holeTried this and am baffled how come it looks effortless in YouTube videosI usualy try inserting it from the other side if that occurs and use pliers to clamp them in.Thanks, guys!
I'm having a very hard time installing the spring, even after watching so many YouTube tutorial. My Golfer's scisor hole has no chamfer, and the hole itself seems smaller than my newer SAKs. I'll try again tomorrow. In the meantime...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/520e97a2024fc97d16136d72cd1bef10.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/85026dcfbfdab05ced30bf0b4256ce78.jpg)
I've run into that problem and addressed with making the spring loop smaller w/ needle nose pliers then using a small nail to bend it back once it's in place.
Works every time
Like in this one? If you use the opening in the scissors hole to hold the spring just after the round tip, it might do the trick.
:think: :think:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U9H_-jwSBsA
I'll try your suggestion later
Post by: an0nemus on September 08, 2017, 03:07:48 AM
Place spring hole on scissors hole. Put pliers on. Clamp down.My problem is spring hole won't fit scissor hole. it's like both holes should have exactly the same shape to fit, with almost zero tolerance
Nothing?
Place spring on other side of scissors and retry.
Post by: an0nemus on September 08, 2017, 03:09:01 AM
Looking forward to it Jaya man as I'll do another attempt tonight. My Golfer feels inadequate without a functional scissorI will be installing a scissor spring later... I'll try to get some pics.Thanks, guys!
I'm having a very hard time installing the spring, even after watching so many YouTube tutorial. My Golfer's scisor hole has no chamfer, and the hole itself seems smaller than my newer SAKs. I'll try again tomorrow. In the meantime...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/520e97a2024fc97d16136d72cd1bef10.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/85026dcfbfdab05ced30bf0b4256ce78.jpg)
I've run into that problem and addressed with making the spring loop smaller w/ needle nose pliers then using a small nail to bend it back once it's in place.
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Post by: jaya_man on September 08, 2017, 03:46:14 AM
Place spring hole on scissors hole. Put pliers on. Clamp down.+1... Exactly how I do it...
Nothing?
Place spring on other side of scissors and retry.
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Post by: jaya_man on September 08, 2017, 03:47:27 AM
Tell me about it... :facepalm:A 91mm Golfer it is...
Still a nice score!
Thanks! I hope I'm still welcome in this thread :cheers:
Who uses that silly hook anyway????
Great knife! Just be careful! You'll soon need an 84mm Golfer, Compact, and Golfer with divot repair tool :ahhh
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/33c90751bbd6e73140822a53e6997d87.jpg)
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Post by: jaya_man on September 08, 2017, 05:31:24 AM
As promised... This is how I do it... Others might have different approaches...Looking forward to it Jaya man as I'll do another attempt tonight. My Golfer feels inadequate without a functional scissorI will be installing a scissor spring later... I'll try to get some pics.Thanks, guys!
I'm having a very hard time installing the spring, even after watching so many YouTube tutorial. My Golfer's scisor hole has no chamfer, and the hole itself seems smaller than my newer SAKs. I'll try again tomorrow. In the meantime...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/520e97a2024fc97d16136d72cd1bef10.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/85026dcfbfdab05ced30bf0b4256ce78.jpg)
I've run into that problem and addressed with making the spring loop smaller w/ needle nose pliers then using a small nail to bend it back once it's in place.
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
I placed the spring over the hole... positioning the stem (if this is the correct term) in the straight gap...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/6f3ab4460b389864c276776b315514dc.jpg)
Used the pliers (in this case, my Spirit) to squeze it in the hole...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/78eab21bad624d61d595c9a5a420cdc0.jpg)
Wala...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/f90dc101fd662138522ac91e2f36a52b.jpg)
But I'm not done yet... the spring doesn't sit in the center of the scissor handle...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/980b2628508bc4d748bc59ba2e130fc9.png)
Just gently tap it in with a hammer... I used a scriber, but a small nail can do the trick..
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/77c840bb844fa44dfe17bdc339413605.jpg)
Done...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/1d1ddb871e31229ea9c258be625b65e1.png)
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Post by: Nix on September 08, 2017, 05:44:20 AM
I'd buy a wood-scale version in a heartbeat. No question. But I'd really like to see an Alox variation. With red alox scales. (Victorinox, you listening?) :gimme:
Post by: an0nemus on September 08, 2017, 08:40:34 AM
Big thanks, Jaya! I'm actually stuck at picture two stage as I can't align the spring loop to the hole. Tolerance is too tight. I even watched a foreign language YouTube video try to enlarge the hole with corkscrew. See pic below. I can't wait to go home and try again tonightAs promised... This is how I do it... Others might have different approaches...Looking forward to it Jaya man as I'll do another attempt tonight. My Golfer feels inadequate without a functional scissorI will be installing a scissor spring later... I'll try to get some pics.Thanks, guys!
I'm having a very hard time installing the spring, even after watching so many YouTube tutorial. My Golfer's scisor hole has no chamfer, and the hole itself seems smaller than my newer SAKs. I'll try again tomorrow. In the meantime...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/520e97a2024fc97d16136d72cd1bef10.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/85026dcfbfdab05ced30bf0b4256ce78.jpg)
I've run into that problem and addressed with making the spring loop smaller w/ needle nose pliers then using a small nail to bend it back once it's in place.
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
I placed the spring over the hole... positioning the stem (if this is the correct term) in the straight gap...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/6f3ab4460b389864c276776b315514dc.jpg)
Used the pliers (in this case, my Spirit) to squeze it in the hole...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/78eab21bad624d61d595c9a5a420cdc0.jpg)
Wala...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/f90dc101fd662138522ac91e2f36a52b.jpg)
But I'm not done yet... the spring doesn't sit in the center of the scissor handle...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/980b2628508bc4d748bc59ba2e130fc9.png)
Just gently tap it in with a hammer... I used a scriber, but a small nail can do the trick..
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/77c840bb844fa44dfe17bdc339413605.jpg)
Done...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/1d1ddb871e31229ea9c258be625b65e1.png)
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(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/1f14788ae899ad2551c37ef60ad708ca.jpg)
Post by: Mechanickal on September 08, 2017, 08:42:17 AM
You sure there isn't an old piece of spring still inside?Big thanks, Jaya! I'm actually stuck at picture two stage as I can't align the spring loop to the hole. Tolerance is too tight. I even watched a foreign language YouTube video try to enlarge the hole with corkscrew. See pic below. I can't wait to go home and try again tonightAs promised... This is how I do it... Others might have different approaches...Looking forward to it Jaya man as I'll do another attempt tonight. My Golfer feels inadequate without a functional scissorI will be installing a scissor spring later... I'll try to get some pics.Thanks, guys!
I'm having a very hard time installing the spring, even after watching so many YouTube tutorial. My Golfer's scisor hole has no chamfer, and the hole itself seems smaller than my newer SAKs. I'll try again tomorrow. In the meantime...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/520e97a2024fc97d16136d72cd1bef10.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/85026dcfbfdab05ced30bf0b4256ce78.jpg)
I've run into that problem and addressed with making the spring loop smaller w/ needle nose pliers then using a small nail to bend it back once it's in place.
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
I placed the spring over the hole... positioning the stem (if this is the correct term) in the straight gap...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/6f3ab4460b389864c276776b315514dc.jpg)
Used the pliers (in this case, my Spirit) to squeze it in the hole...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/78eab21bad624d61d595c9a5a420cdc0.jpg)
Wala...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/f90dc101fd662138522ac91e2f36a52b.jpg)
But I'm not done yet... the spring doesn't sit in the center of the scissor handle...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/980b2628508bc4d748bc59ba2e130fc9.png)
Just gently tap it in with a hammer... I used a scriber, but a small nail can do the trick..
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/77c840bb844fa44dfe17bdc339413605.jpg)
Done...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/1d1ddb871e31229ea9c258be625b65e1.png)
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(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/1f14788ae899ad2551c37ef60ad708ca.jpg)
Post by: an0nemus on September 08, 2017, 08:54:40 AM
Nothing there, nickYou sure there isn't an old piece of spring still inside?Big thanks, Jaya! I'm actually stuck at picture two stage as I can't align the spring loop to the hole. Tolerance is too tight. I even watched a foreign language YouTube video try to enlarge the hole with corkscrew. See pic below. I can't wait to go home and try again tonightAs promised... This is how I do it... Others might have different approaches...Looking forward to it Jaya man as I'll do another attempt tonight. My Golfer feels inadequate without a functional scissorI will be installing a scissor spring later... I'll try to get some pics.Thanks, guys!
I'm having a very hard time installing the spring, even after watching so many YouTube tutorial. My Golfer's scisor hole has no chamfer, and the hole itself seems smaller than my newer SAKs. I'll try again tomorrow. In the meantime...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/520e97a2024fc97d16136d72cd1bef10.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/85026dcfbfdab05ced30bf0b4256ce78.jpg)
I've run into that problem and addressed with making the spring loop smaller w/ needle nose pliers then using a small nail to bend it back once it's in place.
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
I placed the spring over the hole... positioning the stem (if this is the correct term) in the straight gap...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/6f3ab4460b389864c276776b315514dc.jpg)
Used the pliers (in this case, my Spirit) to squeze it in the hole...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/78eab21bad624d61d595c9a5a420cdc0.jpg)
Wala...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/f90dc101fd662138522ac91e2f36a52b.jpg)
But I'm not done yet... the spring doesn't sit in the center of the scissor handle...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/980b2628508bc4d748bc59ba2e130fc9.png)
Just gently tap it in with a hammer... I used a scriber, but a small nail can do the trick..
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/77c840bb844fa44dfe17bdc339413605.jpg)
Done...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/1d1ddb871e31229ea9c258be625b65e1.png)
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/1f14788ae899ad2551c37ef60ad708ca.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/4740457401e82f9cfb701b5c9a7ef3eb.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/5a2fa751622cad337857057de67e4899.jpg)
Post by: Mechanickal on September 08, 2017, 12:00:18 PM
...Nothing there, nickYou sure there isn't an old piece of spring still inside?Big thanks, Jaya! I'm actually stuck at picture two stage as I can't align the spring loop to the hole. Tolerance is too tight. I even watched a foreign language YouTube video try to enlarge the hole with corkscrew. See pic below. I can't wait to go home and try again tonightAs promised... This is how I do it... Others might have different approaches...Looking forward to it Jaya man as I'll do another attempt tonight. My Golfer feels inadequate without a functional scissorI will be installing a scissor spring later... I'll try to get some pics.Thanks, guys!
I'm having a very hard time installing the spring, even after watching so many YouTube tutorial. My Golfer's scisor hole has no chamfer, and the hole itself seems smaller than my newer SAKs. I'll try again tomorrow. In the meantime...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/520e97a2024fc97d16136d72cd1bef10.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170907/85026dcfbfdab05ced30bf0b4256ce78.jpg)
I've run into that problem and addressed with making the spring loop smaller w/ needle nose pliers then using a small nail to bend it back once it's in place.
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
I placed the spring over the hole... positioning the stem (if this is the correct term) in the straight gap...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/6f3ab4460b389864c276776b315514dc.jpg)
Used the pliers (in this case, my Spirit) to squeze it in the hole...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170908/78eab21bad624d61d595c9a5a420cdc0.jpg)
Wala...
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But I'm not done yet... the spring doesn't sit in the center of the scissor handle...
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Just gently tap it in with a hammer... I used a scriber, but a small nail can do the trick..
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Done...
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:shrug:
...
Post by: an0nemus on September 09, 2017, 08:13:01 AM
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Post by: Mechanickal on September 09, 2017, 08:17:18 AM
Finally! Installed my first scissor spring successfully! All the tips here helped a lot. Thank you awl!:woohoo:
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Post by: an0nemus on September 09, 2017, 08:21:07 AM
Now cutting any paper on sightFinally! Installed my first scissor spring successfully! All the tips here helped a lot. Thank you awl!:woohoo:
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Post by: Nix on September 10, 2017, 12:30:54 AM
Post by: Fast Bill on September 11, 2017, 08:53:39 PM
Post by: El Corkscrew on September 11, 2017, 09:32:54 PM
Custard Compact today. For some reason yellow just seemed right.Custard. :drool:
Post by: Don Pablo on September 12, 2017, 12:40:39 AM
Fish Fingers and Custard. :drool:Custard Compact today. For some reason yellow just seemed right.Custard. :drool:
Post by: Vovaster on October 18, 2017, 11:06:48 AM
Post by: NorCalJim on October 18, 2017, 09:46:33 PM
A few days ago i decided to put a Compact in my pocket. Never carried it before. And i was surprised about it. Great set of tool for edc, light weight and i found that combotool is more convenient for me than the divided openers, only if i do not take its to use as a screwdriver and mini crowbar.
:like:
I think the Compact is an example of a SAK that punches way above its weight (to use a boxing analogy). It's only two layers and yet it has an excellent span of functionality. I carry it when I want a blade and scissors in a slim form factor. I am definitely a fan of the Compact.
Jim
Post by: Vovaster on October 19, 2017, 06:49:39 AM
A few days ago i decided to put a Compact in my pocket. Never carried it before. And i was surprised about it. Great set of tool for edc, light weight and i found that combotool is more convenient for me than the divided openers, only if i do not take its to use as a screwdriver and mini crowbar.
:like:
I think the Compact is an example of a SAK that punches way above its weight (to use a boxing analogy). It's only two layers and yet it has an excellent span of functionality. I carry it when I want a blade and scissors in a slim form factor. I am definitely a fan of the Compact.
Jim
:tu:
Post by: El Corkscrew on October 19, 2017, 05:20:28 PM
:tu:Great set of tool for edc, light weight and i found that combotool is more convenient for me than the divided openers, only if i do not take its to use as a screwdriver and mini crowbar.:like:
I think the Compact is an example of a SAK that punches way above its weight (to use a boxing analogy). It's only two layers and yet it has an excellent span of functionality. I carry it when I want a blade and scissors in a slim form factor. I am definitely a fan of the Compact.
Jim
+1 The Compact is special to me... it's the SAK that got me back in to SAK's. Believe it or not. El Corkscrew was a mostly just a Tinker man for most of my life. Now I scarcely carry a Tink... and feel like the Compact or Climber is "the" SAK for me... if we're talking practicality.
Post by: NorCalJim on October 20, 2017, 12:29:48 AM
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4440/37268442321_c340765b4f_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/YMhvun)Victorinox Compact (https://flic.kr/p/YMhvun) by NorCal Jim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148245174@N07/), on Flickr
Post by: Vovaster on October 20, 2017, 06:05:56 AM
A wonderful EDC!
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4440/37268442321_c340765b4f_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/YMhvun)Victorinox Compact (https://flic.kr/p/YMhvun) by NorCal Jim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148245174@N07/), on Flickr
So interesting background on a pic Jim.
Post by: NorCalJim on October 20, 2017, 06:11:16 AM
A wonderful EDC!
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4440/37268442321_c340765b4f_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/YMhvun)Victorinox Compact (https://flic.kr/p/YMhvun) by NorCal Jim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148245174@N07/), on Flickr
So interesting background on a pic Jim.
My wife has a 7 volume set of Van Gough letters and I sometimes use one of those volumes as a background. Lately, I have just been taking photos of SAKs on my hobby table.
Jim
Post by: Vovaster on October 20, 2017, 06:16:55 AM
:tu:A wonderful EDC!
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4440/37268442321_c340765b4f_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/YMhvun)Victorinox Compact (https://flic.kr/p/YMhvun) by NorCal Jim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148245174@N07/), on Flickr
So interesting background on a pic Jim.
My wife has a 7 volume set of Van Gough letters and I sometimes use one of those volumes as a background. Lately, I have just been taking photos of SAKs on my hobby table.
Jim
Post by: strmliner on October 20, 2017, 06:47:06 AM
A few days ago i decided to put a Compact in my pocket. Never carried it before. And i was surprised about it. Great set of tool for edc, light weight and i found that combotool is more convenient for me than the divided openers, only if i do not take its to use as a screwdriver and mini crowbar.
:like:
I think the Compact is an example of a SAK that punches way above its weight (to use a boxing analogy). It's only two layers and yet it has an excellent span of functionality. I carry it when I want a blade and scissors in a slim form factor. I am definitely a fan of the Compact.
Jim
Great analogy, Jim. I absolutely agree that the 84mm & 91mm Golfers/Compacts punch way above their weight. :2tu:
Post by: Fast Bill on November 08, 2017, 08:56:33 PM
A few days ago i decided to put a Compact in my pocket. Never carried it before. And i was surprised about it. Great set of tool for edc, light weight and i found that combotool is more convenient for me than the divided openers, only if i do not take its to use as a screwdriver and mini crowbar.
:like:
I think the Compact is an example of a SAK that punches way above its weight (to use a boxing analogy). It's only two layers and yet it has an excellent span of functionality. I carry it when I want a blade and scissors in a slim form factor. I am definitely a fan of the Compact.
Jim
Great analogy, Jim. I absolutely agree that the 84mm & 91mm Golfers/Compacts punch way above their weight. :2tu:
Carried my Custard Compact today and from the moment I picked it up I thought "Yes this works just right". Still working this evening. You can't beat Custard though milk chocolate almonds aren't half bad :like:
Post by: El Corkscrew on November 08, 2017, 09:16:54 PM
Post by: Fast Bill on November 09, 2017, 10:26:39 PM
My fav Hershey product is Hershey w/awlmonds but I prefer el dark chocolate. :drool:
:ahhh
Post by: NorCalJim on November 10, 2017, 02:06:38 AM
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4532/24417708358_9a5d899ab6_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DcH8ZG)Compact (https://flic.kr/p/DcH8ZG) by NorCal Jim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148245174@N07/), on Flickr
Post by: G_D on November 10, 2017, 02:44:20 PM
Post by: Fast Bill on November 10, 2017, 08:13:38 PM
Certainly do appreciate Compact
:like:
Post by: El Corkscrew on November 14, 2017, 05:54:10 PM
Post by: Ron Who on November 14, 2017, 07:57:42 PM
Post by: clown on December 01, 2017, 07:54:27 PM
Post by: El Corkscrew on December 02, 2017, 01:38:28 AM
Post by: Fast Bill on December 02, 2017, 08:21:09 AM
:salute:
That's a really nice shot Dan, just love the colours there. Any you can't beat a bit of reflection! :like: :cheers:
Post by: Fast Bill on December 09, 2017, 07:38:50 PM
Post by: NorCalJim on December 09, 2017, 08:10:43 PM
Picked up a new DofE pocket tool and needed to polish the scales up a bit so have had a small shinefestival this afternoon. Very satisfying :salute:
:like:
Very nice! The Compact has become a daily companion even when carrying another SAK for a day or so...
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4532/24417708358_9a5d899ab6_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DcH8ZG)Compact (https://flic.kr/p/DcH8ZG) by NorCal Jim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148245174@N07/), on Flickr
Post by: El Corkscrew on December 21, 2017, 03:57:44 PM
Post by: Ron Who on December 30, 2017, 06:30:52 PM
Post by: El Corkscrew on January 02, 2018, 05:09:50 PM
I don´t carry a Compact very often. I like it for adding scissors, a pin and a pen to some of my regular carries.
That's a nice combo, RW
It's Compact/Manager today.
Post by: FolderBeholder on January 02, 2018, 06:26:50 PM
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4689/27677100559_bfb0fca2fa.jpg)
Post by: Fast Bill on January 02, 2018, 08:35:04 PM
My magentus inspired Picachu Compact:
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4689/27677100559_bfb0fca2fa.jpg)
:like: Mmmmmm Yellow :drool:
Had my Duke of E with me today
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 03, 2018, 01:58:12 AM
Picked up a new DofE pocket tool and needed to polish the scales up a bit so have had a small shinefestival this afternoon. Very satisfying :salute:
Polish scales?
Post by: Fast Bill on January 03, 2018, 07:07:58 PM
Picked up a new DofE pocket tool and needed to polish the scales up a bit so have had a small shinefestival this afternoon. Very satisfying :salute:
Polish scales?
Yep. Cleaned up nicely. And today with Birds Custard !
Post by: El Corkscrew on January 03, 2018, 07:36:04 PM
Post by: GreenFish on January 03, 2018, 08:16:16 PM
Post by: Fast Bill on January 03, 2018, 08:23:09 PM
:like:
:cheers:
Post by: Fast Bill on January 10, 2018, 08:46:57 PM
Post by: Nix on January 11, 2018, 12:59:12 AM
Hey Compact Users, how's with your blade centering? I recently got my Compact and found that blade is aligned a little bit out of the center to the right (closer to combo tool), after few openings and closings I see little scratches on the blade and combo tool, is it normal for that model? Thanks
Greenfish,
I have two (2) Compacts. With both of mine, the main blade does look like it's closer to the combo tool than the scissors. However, neither of mine shows any signs of rubbing against the combo tool. So.....I suspect yours is slightly irregular. But my only experience with the Compact SAK is with the two that I have. I may have the outliers here..... :think:
Please be sure you have a genuine Victorinox SAK and not one of Butch's Chinese variants before applying for your Swiss Army Knights banner. :pok: :pok: :pok:
:SAKnight:
Post by: El Corkscrew on January 11, 2018, 01:38:50 AM
Post by: Mechanickal on January 11, 2018, 07:06:33 AM
Post by: m47mu74nt on January 12, 2018, 02:57:08 PM
Post by: GreenFish on January 12, 2018, 03:04:16 PM
Post by: Fast Bill on January 29, 2018, 08:53:38 PM
Post by: Nix on January 29, 2018, 10:39:40 PM
Post by: Fast Bill on January 29, 2018, 10:42:13 PM
Awlsome Compact!
Thank you my friend :salute:
Post by: Nix on January 29, 2018, 11:14:13 PM
Post by: AimlessWanderer on January 30, 2018, 12:37:56 AM
Duke and Lanc
The Duke (sheepsfoot in my case), gets a lot of carry here too
Post by: Nix on January 30, 2018, 12:48:33 AM
I'm a big fan of both the Sheepsfoot and Wharncliffe blade shapes.
Post by: AimlessWanderer on January 30, 2018, 12:53:08 AM
That's a cool mod, 50ft.
I'm a big fan of both the Sheepsfoot and Wharncliffe blade shapes.
Thanks Nix. The stock butter blade on these can be quite limiting, and this simple fix does make a big difference in my opinion, and i'm a fan of sheepsfoot and wharnies too
Post by: El Corkscrew on January 30, 2018, 04:03:12 PM
That's a cool mod, 50ft.
I'm a big fan of both the Sheepsfoot and Wharncliffe blade shapes.
+1 :like:
Post by: El Corkscrew on January 30, 2018, 04:03:45 PM
Post by: Nix on January 30, 2018, 04:04:50 PM
Post by: El Corkscrew on January 30, 2018, 04:14:11 PM
Post by: Fast Bill on January 30, 2018, 08:43:17 PM
Excellent. The Compact dresses nicely in black; give it a formal feel. :cheers:
Discrete and versatile too. A proper gentlemans multitool :cheers:
Post by: El Corkscrew on February 06, 2018, 04:35:01 PM
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Post by: Nix on February 07, 2018, 12:50:55 AM
Post by: cdrwilson on February 07, 2018, 02:12:31 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/Ttc5A7N.jpg)
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Post by: jaya_man on February 07, 2018, 02:32:44 AM
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Post by: El Corkscrew on February 07, 2018, 02:33:31 AM
Just got this modded one in! Swiss bianco Ti plus scales :drool:
Great googly moogly! That thing is great! :like: :tu:
Post by: Nix on February 07, 2018, 04:55:09 AM
I like it. A lot.
Post by: ddogu on February 07, 2018, 08:38:16 AM
Still in my EDC rotation... :cheers:
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Alamak, what kind of a scale is that? Looks like carbon-fiber? :think: :pok:
Post by: jaya_man on February 07, 2018, 10:00:16 AM
Black Micarta... done by a friend :cheers:Still in my EDC rotation... :cheers:
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Alamak, what kind of a scale is that? Looks like carbon-fiber? :think: :pok:
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Post by: Fast Bill on February 07, 2018, 10:09:30 PM
Post by: pfrsantos on February 09, 2018, 05:48:01 PM
Nice pair, though. :tu:
That's what he said...
8) 8)
Post by: Fast Bill on February 09, 2018, 06:58:19 PM
Duke and Lanc
The Duke (sheepsfoot in my case), gets a lot of carry here too
That sheepsfoot looks interesting. Mind if I ask how what you used to get the curve? Apart from the 2p piece obviously. Thanks
Post by: El Corkscrew on February 10, 2018, 03:53:30 AM
Post by: Fast Bill on February 10, 2018, 08:29:53 AM
They don't call me El Corkscrew for nuthin! >:D :drink: :cheers:
Cheers ! Don't go upsetting the little screwdriver though ! :cheers:
Post by: Spartan19 on February 10, 2018, 09:15:37 PM
Post by: El Corkscrew on February 10, 2018, 09:23:35 PM
Post by: Spartan19 on February 10, 2018, 09:45:14 PM
Post by: Spartan19 on February 10, 2018, 10:22:40 PM
Post by: El Corkscrew on February 10, 2018, 10:32:15 PM
Do all compacts have the file on the back of the hook, or was that only with the older ones?
They awl do. :) Before the file hook there was no hook and it was called the Golfer :cheers:
Post by: Spartan19 on February 10, 2018, 10:40:38 PM
Do all compacts have the file on the back of the hook, or was that only with the older ones?
They awl do. :) Before the file hook there was no hook and it was called the Golfer :cheers:
:D Thanks El C :cheers:
Post by: El Corkscrew on February 11, 2018, 01:27:33 AM
Post by: jaya_man on February 11, 2018, 02:48:21 AM
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Post by: El Corkscrew on February 11, 2018, 03:29:17 AM
Actually, earlier Compacts didn’t have the file on the hook :pok:
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I want proof!!!
Ok, you're right :D ....just read in Sakwiki that the hook with nail file "....developed sometime later"
I have a Compact with the old stamps and file hook and just assumed they awl had them, still haven't seen a Compact w/reg hook
Post by: jaya_man on February 11, 2018, 03:54:50 AM
I have... actually modded it into a Compact Tinker :lol:Actually, earlier Compacts didn’t have the file on the hook :pok:
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I want proof!!!
Ok, you're right :D ....just read in Sakwiki that the hook with nail file "....developed sometime later"
I have a Compact with the old stamps and file hook and just assumed they awl had them, still haven't seen a Compact w/reg hook
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Post by: Nix on February 11, 2018, 04:58:05 AM
Well done, Mags!
Post by: redmond on February 11, 2018, 04:08:56 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/qHQtBCm.jpg)
Post by: ThePeacent on February 11, 2018, 04:19:51 PM
Thanks to Magentus, I am now part of the compact crew!!! :mail:
not much you can't do with those two alone :salute:
:like:
Post by: Spartan19 on February 11, 2018, 09:20:06 PM
Thanks to Magentus, I am now part of the compact crew!!! :mail:
not much you can't do with those two alone :salute:
:like:
Very True! Thanks Peacent! :cheers:
Post by: Spartan19 on February 11, 2018, 09:29:25 PM
That's awlsome, Spartan. I love the Compact. :tu:
Well done, Mags!
Thanks Nix! :cheers:
Post by: Spartan19 on February 12, 2018, 02:08:08 PM
Post by: El Corkscrew on February 13, 2018, 05:29:03 PM
Happy Compacting!
Post by: Spartan19 on February 14, 2018, 02:34:44 AM
Okay, Spartan19, looks like the date for the file on the hook arrived in 1998 :salute:
Happy Compacting!
Awesome! Thanks El C :salute: Lovin' the Compact! :like: :like:
Post by: Spartan19 on February 15, 2018, 02:47:14 AM
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 15, 2018, 10:51:45 AM
Post by: VICMAN on February 15, 2018, 12:40:36 PM
I can't put this knife down! Full compact assimilation! :assimilate::like: :tu: :tu:
Post by: pfrsantos on February 15, 2018, 03:57:46 PM
I can't put this knife down! Full compact assimilation! :assimilate:
So, you're going to change your name, too, huh?...
:pok: :pok:
Post by: Spartan19 on February 18, 2018, 09:42:04 PM
I can't put this knife down! Full compact assimilation! :assimilate:
So, you're going to change your name, too, huh?...
:pok: :pok:
:rofl: Oh no! maybe that will be next. Coming up.... Compact Spartan! :ahhh :ahhh
Thanks to my brother for using the caplifter for this pic :salute:
Post by: Spartan19 on February 21, 2018, 03:36:19 AM
Post by: El Corkscrew on February 21, 2018, 04:32:09 PM
Post by: magentus on February 21, 2018, 04:33:21 PM
Scale change! :DBeautiful! :salute: :like:
Post by: TennTexan on February 21, 2018, 06:04:22 PM
Post by: Nix on February 21, 2018, 06:47:19 PM
Post by: El Corkscrew on February 21, 2018, 07:40:06 PM
Post by: Spartan19 on February 21, 2018, 09:49:52 PM
Scale change! :DBeautiful! :salute: :like:
:tu: :like:
Thanks Luke and El C! It was a toss up between black and green, and the green won hands down! :like:
Post by: Spartan19 on February 21, 2018, 09:50:20 PM
Last night I finished modding one of my Compacts to have an old-school square Phillips. I’m pretty happy with the results.
:drool: :like: :like:
Post by: Spartan19 on February 23, 2018, 05:05:19 PM
Post by: pfrsantos on February 23, 2018, 05:52:33 PM
:cheers:
Wow! That Remington looked so tiny but it's really like a short sword!
:o :o
Post by: Spartan19 on March 03, 2018, 03:28:19 PM
:cheers:
Wow! That Remington looked so tiny but it's really like a short sword!
:o :o
I hear that, it's huge! :ahhh
Post by: Nix on March 03, 2018, 04:07:21 PM
Post by: Spartan19 on March 04, 2018, 04:27:37 AM
Post by: Spartan19 on March 04, 2018, 06:38:09 PM
Post by: Nix on March 04, 2018, 07:54:16 PM
Post by: Spartan19 on March 07, 2018, 02:24:31 AM
Post by: pfrsantos on March 07, 2018, 04:51:36 PM
:cheers:
Wow! That Remington looked so tiny but it's really like a short sword!
:o :o
I hear that, it's huge! :ahhh
(https://tee4mee.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/522-16505-11x8-thats-what-she-said-ebay.jpg)
Post by: Spartan19 on March 07, 2018, 05:21:46 PM
:cheers:
Wow! That Remington looked so tiny but it's really like a short sword!
:o :o
I hear that, it's huge! :ahhh
(https://tee4mee.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/522-16505-11x8-thats-what-she-said-ebay.jpg)
:twak: :rofl:
Post by: McStitchy on March 08, 2018, 09:11:49 AM
Loving the Compact, it's the perfect office SAK for me.
(https://i.imgur.com/2rPWiYm.jpg)
Post by: El Corkscrew on March 09, 2018, 10:23:22 PM
Lovely Compacts ya awl :like:
Loving the Compact, it's the perfect office SAK for me.
(https://i.imgur.com/2rPWiYm.jpg)
I've awlways felt the same... but I think hanging around here too long as lead me to prefer the Climber... but they're neck and neck for me.... like a photo finish
Post by: McStitchy on March 10, 2018, 12:16:40 AM
Lovely Compacts ya awl :like:
Loving the Compact, it's the perfect office SAK for me.
(https://i.imgur.com/2rPWiYm.jpg)
I've awlways felt the same... but I think hanging around here too long as lead me to prefer the Climber... but they're neck and neck for me.... like a photo finish
Funny you're mentioning that... :think:
Will probably carry my original Traveller for a while now (Climber without keyring) :dd:
Post by: Spartan19 on March 18, 2018, 08:28:54 PM
Post by: captain spaulding on March 18, 2018, 09:32:34 PM
Post by: stoneshank on March 19, 2018, 02:18:22 AM
I love the idea of the Compact. I love the feel of the Compact. I love almost everything about the Compact...... except the combo tool. I can’t stand it! I own a Compact but NEVER carry it because of the combo tool. I just cannot learn to love it. Now if it had a standard cap lifter/flathead..... :ahhhIf you provide the compact plus a throwaway, I'll put one up for you. Not done any checking on springs etc but I really only think it's the visible pray that is different. If anyone knows, please advise
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Post by: TennTexan on March 19, 2018, 07:02:16 PM
The Combo Tool is noticeably thinner than the cap lifter so as to fit in the space normally occupied by the small pen blade. I'm not sure a regular cap lifter would fit opposite the main blade...I love the idea of the Compact. I love the feel of the Compact. I love almost everything about the Compact...... except the combo tool. I can’t stand it! I own a Compact but NEVER carry it because of the combo tool. I just cannot learn to love it. Now if it had a standard cap lifter/flathead..... :ahhhIf you provide the compact plus a throwaway, I'll put one up for you. Not done any checking on springs etc but I really only think it's the visible pray that is different. If anyone knows, please advise
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Post by: El Corkscrew on March 19, 2018, 09:47:20 PM
The Combo Tool is noticeably thinner than the cap lifter so as to fit in the space normally occupied by the small pen blade. I'm not sure a regular cap lifter would fit opposite the main blade...I love the idea of the Compact. I love the feel of the Compact. I love almost everything about the Compact...... except the combo tool. I can’t stand it! I own a Compact but NEVER carry it because of the combo tool. I just cannot learn to love it. Now if it had a standard cap lifter/flathead..... :ahhhIf you provide the compact plus a throwaway, I'll put one up for you. Not done any checking on springs etc but I really only think it's the visible pray that is different. If anyone knows, please advise
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I'm no modder, but I know it's possible somehow.
Post by: stoneshank on March 20, 2018, 04:22:48 PM
If I don't even have to reshape/change spring then I do it with in an hour easy.The Combo Tool is noticeably thinner than the cap lifter so as to fit in the space normally occupied by the small pen blade. I'm not sure a regular cap lifter would fit opposite the main blade...I love the idea of the Compact. I love the feel of the Compact. I love almost everything about the Compact...... except the combo tool. I can’t stand it! I own a Compact but NEVER carry it because of the combo tool. I just cannot learn to love it. Now if it had a standard cap lifter/flathead..... :ahhhIf you provide the compact plus a throwaway, I'll put one up for you. Not done any checking on springs etc but I really only think it's the visible pray that is different. If anyone knows, please advise
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Post by: Fast Bill on April 01, 2018, 05:58:09 PM
Post by: El Corkscrew on April 16, 2018, 10:00:15 PM
Gotta get back to work
Long story short, the compact is perfect for me
Post by: jalind on April 16, 2018, 10:18:43 PM
Started a new job today, a job where jeans aren't allowed... in an office.
Gotta get back to work
Long story short, the compact is perfect for me
:tu:
Other than the military I always worked in same kind of environment. No denim unless it was a designated denim day. For about ten years I wore suits. Wore a SAK on my belt in a small pouch and nobody ever said anything. However, I wasn't the only person with a slip joint knife. Many carried what I would call a "gentleman's" knife. Very slim with one or two 2-1/2 - 3 inch blades. Like the compact, unobtrusive. Others carried a medium size SAK on their belt; a Vic 91mm or Wenger 85mm. What's their policy on that and knives in general?
John
Post by: Fast Bill on April 16, 2018, 10:21:05 PM
Started a new job today, a job where jeans aren't allowed... in an office.
Gotta get back to work
Long story short, the compact is perfect for me
Means you can appreciate the Compact even more :cheers:
Post by: El Corkscrew on April 16, 2018, 10:48:29 PM
Started a new job today, a job where jeans aren't allowed... in an office.
Gotta get back to work
Long story short, the compact is perfect for me
:tu:
Other than the military I always worked in same kind of environment. No denim unless it was a designated denim day. For about ten years I wore suits. Wore a SAK on my belt in a small pouch and nobody ever said anything. However, I wasn't the only person with a slip joint knife. Many carried what I would call a "gentleman's" knife. Very slim with one or two 2-1/2 - 3 inch blades. Like the compact, unobtrusive. Others carried a medium size SAK on their belt; a Vic 91mm or Wenger 85mm. What's their policy on that and knives in general?
John
Honestly, I'm afraid to ask. I'm guessing they aren't allowed, should look through the manual
Post by: Nix on April 16, 2018, 11:24:37 PM
Compact on! :salute:
Post by: El Corkscrew on April 16, 2018, 11:48:38 PM
Everybody knows it's just a "camping tool" anyway, not a weapon
Post by: El Corkscrew on April 16, 2018, 11:50:05 PM
Post by: jalind on April 16, 2018, 11:50:18 PM
John
Post by: Nix on April 16, 2018, 11:53:48 PM
@El Corky: Dude, I worked in a Gov't facility where "knives and firearms" were prohibited. I was amazed at how many people walked around with a folder clipped in their pocket. I wasn't so bold, but awlways carried a Cadet or Compact or Ambassador (or Benchmade 940) in my pocket. I know it's a new job and all, but ain't nobody gonna fret over a SAK. :tu:
Compact On! :tu:
Post by: jalind on April 17, 2018, 12:09:36 AM
Nice, John. You have some great camera skills! :tu: You might condiser submitting a shot or two for the calendar. :tu:
@El Corky: Dude, I worked in a Gov't facility where "knives and firearms" were prohibited. I was amazed at how many people walked around with a folder clipped in their pocket. I wasn't so bold, but awlways carried a Cadet or Compact or Ambassador (or Benchmade 940) in my pocket. I know it's a new job and all, but ain't nobody gonna fret over a SAK. :tu:
Compact On! :tu:
Thanks . . . did some pro work on the side some time ago . . . commercial (on location and architectural), studio, product, etc.
Very similar thoughts for El Corkscrew:
Look though the employee handbook which you did. Absent any outright clear prohibition of anything edged, ask for forgiveness, not permission. It's not a weapon, it's a tool. My brother currently works at a state university and they prohibit anything longer than 3 inches because of multi-tools and SAKs being used routinely as tools. The difference is a clear policy and it's a reasonably sane one. If you walked in wearing a Ka-Bar or M9 bayonet, they would probably put that under the "weapon" definition. Nix is right . . . be observant for a while and you will undoubtedly see folks with folders in their pockets. Look for the clips ;-)
John
Post by: El Corkscrew on April 17, 2018, 09:51:50 PM
Now I need a yellow Compact
Post by: Fast Bill on April 17, 2018, 11:00:06 PM
But a yellow Compact would be excellent. Maybe I should carry mine tomorrow .... :whistle:
Post by: Nix on April 18, 2018, 03:52:54 AM
But a yellow Compact would be excellent. Maybe I should carry mine tomorrow .... :whistle:
Hey....it's tomorrow already.... :pok:
:popcorn:
Post by: El Corkscrew on April 18, 2018, 05:49:23 AM
Nice, John. You have some great camera skills! :tu: You might condiser submitting a shot or two for the calendar. :tu:
@El Corky: Dude, I worked in a Gov't facility where "knives and firearms" were prohibited. I was amazed at how many people walked around with a folder clipped in their pocket. I wasn't so bold, but awlways carried a Cadet or Compact or Ambassador (or Benchmade 940) in my pocket. I know it's a new job and all, but ain't nobody gonna fret over a SAK. :tu:
Compact On! :tu:
Thanks . . . did some pro work on the side some time ago . . . commercial (on location and architectural), studio, product, etc.
Very similar thoughts for El Corkscrew:
Look though the employee handbook which you did. Absent any outright clear prohibition of anything edged, ask for forgiveness, not permission. It's not a weapon, it's a tool. My brother currently works at a state university and they prohibit anything longer than 3 inches because of multi-tools and SAKs being used routinely as tools. The difference is a clear policy and it's a reasonably sane one. If you walked in wearing a Ka-Bar or M9 bayonet, they would probably put that under the "weapon" definition. Nix is right . . . be observant for a while and you will undoubtedly see folks with folders in their pockets. Look for the clips ;-)
John
Totally spied the trainer with a pocket clip today. It looked like the kind of clip that comes on a locking blade, more-threatening looking knife, so... I think I'm good... I do have to go into a lot of government buildings (jails, social security, courthouses) with this job, so I'll have to remember to leave the SAK in the car for these joyous occasions.
Post by: jalind on April 18, 2018, 10:02:54 AM
Nice, John. You have some great camera skills! :tu: You might condiser submitting a shot or two for the calendar. :tu:
@El Corky: Dude, I worked in a Gov't facility where "knives and firearms" were prohibited. I was amazed at how many people walked around with a folder clipped in their pocket. I wasn't so bold, but awlways carried a Cadet or Compact or Ambassador (or Benchmade 940) in my pocket. I know it's a new job and all, but ain't nobody gonna fret over a SAK. :tu:
Compact On! :tu:
Thanks . . . did some pro work on the side some time ago . . . commercial (on location and architectural), studio, product, etc.
Very similar thoughts for El Corkscrew:
Look though the employee handbook which you did. Absent any outright clear prohibition of anything edged, ask for forgiveness, not permission. It's not a weapon, it's a tool. My brother currently works at a state university and they prohibit anything longer than 3 inches because of multi-tools and SAKs being used routinely as tools. The difference is a clear policy and it's a reasonably sane one. If you walked in wearing a Ka-Bar or M9 bayonet, they would probably put that under the "weapon" definition. Nix is right . . . be observant for a while and you will undoubtedly see folks with folders in their pockets. Look for the clips ;-)
John
Totally spied the trainer with a pocket clip today. It looked like the kind of clip that comes on a locking blade, more-threatening looking knife, so... I think I'm good... I do have to go into a lot of government buildings (jails, social security, courthouses) with this job, so I'll have to remember to leave the SAK in the car for these joyous occasions.
I have to do a pocket dump of my carry and store it in the console if I go to the county courthouse. The one thing I almost forget about every time is the SwissCard in my wallet, and their X-ray would find it as you must do a complete pocket dump into a bucket, after removing your shoes and your belt, and everything on your wrists.
John
Post by: Fast Bill on April 18, 2018, 07:39:51 PM
But a yellow Compact would be excellent. Maybe I should carry mine tomorrow .... :whistle:
Hey....it's tomorrow already.... :pok:
:popcorn:
Alright alright Nix here we are. Springtime.
Post by: Nix on April 18, 2018, 08:12:10 PM
:like:
Post by: Nix on April 18, 2018, 08:13:45 PM
Post by: Fast Bill on April 18, 2018, 08:54:30 PM
Nice!
:like:
Good things, well alarmingly yellow ones, come to those who wait :cheers:
Post by: Fast Bill on April 18, 2018, 08:55:12 PM
Daffs are the joyous messengers of Spring. :tu:
And Spring has arrived here so they're very happy !
Post by: Fast Bill on April 25, 2018, 06:54:38 PM
Post by: FolderBeholder on April 25, 2018, 07:13:08 PM
New red Compact :D:like:
Post by: VICMAN on April 25, 2018, 09:59:54 PM
New red Compact :D
Cool pic Fast Bill! :like: :tu: :tu:
Post by: El Corkscrew on April 25, 2018, 10:08:31 PM
New red Compact :D
Cool pic Fast Bill! :like: :tu: :tu:
+1 :like: couldn't go without my red compact.
Recently ordered some scales so my black compact will soon be yellow.
Post by: Fast Bill on April 25, 2018, 10:13:34 PM
Post by: jalind on April 25, 2018, 11:23:22 PM
New red Compact :D
Use of the hook was duly noted!
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/793/27585399018_3f9e2ec24c_b.jpg)
Congrats on the acquisition!
John
Post by: El Corkscrew on May 06, 2018, 05:52:27 AM
Post by: El Corkscrew on May 06, 2018, 08:03:17 PM
Post by: Exeter on May 06, 2018, 09:13:09 PM
Post by: Fast Bill on May 06, 2018, 09:38:16 PM
New red Compact :D
Use of the hook was duly noted!
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/793/27585399018_3f9e2ec24c_b.jpg)
Congrats on the acquisition!
John
Shiver me timbers ! :cheers:
Post by: Fast Bill on May 06, 2018, 09:39:06 PM
Gonna have to stick with this one for a while
There's worse things ... looking good :like:
Post by: El Corkscrew on May 11, 2018, 09:44:31 PM
Post by: TennTexan on May 11, 2018, 09:47:51 PM
Yellow plus scales finally arrived from Ukraine.Love that yellow, Dan! I put a set of yellow scales on one of my Salesmen. Wish they made Plus scales for the 84mm knives...
Post by: El Corkscrew on May 11, 2018, 09:53:58 PM
Right?? I would definitely carry a tourist or 84mm Golfer more oftenYellow plus scales finally arrived from Ukraine.Love that yellow, Dan! I put a set of yellow scales on one of my Salesmen. Wish they made Plus scales for the 84mm knives...
You found yellow 84mm scales?
Post by: TennTexan on May 11, 2018, 10:51:48 PM
You found yellow 84mm scales?Yessir, I did... From ebay seller "swiss-army-knife-store"
They also have other colors like green, white, and translucent blue, red, and pink.
Post by: El Corkscrew on May 12, 2018, 04:17:32 AM
You found yellow 84mm scales?Yessir, I did... From ebay seller "swiss-army-knife-store"
They also have other colors like green, white, and translucent blue, red, and pink.
Thanks duder! :cheers:
Post by: Spartan19 on May 16, 2018, 07:25:49 PM
Post by: VICMAN on May 16, 2018, 09:27:41 PM
Uh oh! Sounds like another one might be joining the collection El C.... :pok:
Nice pic Spartan! :like: :tu: :tu:
Post by: El Corkscrew on May 16, 2018, 11:40:21 PM
Uh oh! Sounds like another one might be joining the collection El C.... :pok:
White & yellow 84mm ordered as well as yellow 91mm plus scales :D
Post by: Fast Bill on May 20, 2018, 11:43:06 AM
Post by: Syem on May 20, 2018, 02:09:02 PM
Compact Ti Fisherman. I can't let it become a Shelf QueenVery cool!!
I've just gotten my hands on my first compact. Pre-1991 with no hook and with a fluted corkscrew.
Lovely toolset!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180520/105028d0f0763838d19192359952fb52.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180520/470f1d5c6c92f5dd0e34df64c07c7a0f.jpg)
Post by: ThePeacent on May 20, 2018, 03:16:13 PM
Compact Ti Fisherman. I can't let it become a Shelf Queen
:o that custom!! :like: :like:
Post by: Exeter on May 20, 2018, 04:41:06 PM
Compact Ti Fisherman. I can't let it become a Shelf QueenVery cool!!
I've just gotten my hands on my first compact. Pre-1991 with no hook and with a fluted corkscrew.
Lovely toolset!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180520/105028d0f0763838d19192359952fb52.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180520/470f1d5c6c92f5dd0e34df64c07c7a0f.jpg)
Well, then you still don't have your first Compact, as it's a Golfer if we want to be precise. ;) But it's a lovely SAK alright, I have and carry one too!
Post by: Fast Bill on May 20, 2018, 06:21:34 PM
Post by: Syem on May 20, 2018, 06:40:01 PM
Oh well that's confusing! Strange that the early golfer had more in in common with the modern compact than with the modern golfer...Compact Ti Fisherman. I can't let it become a Shelf QueenVery cool!!
I've just gotten my hands on my first compact. Pre-1991 with no hook and with a fluted corkscrew.
Lovely toolset!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180520/105028d0f0763838d19192359952fb52.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180520/470f1d5c6c92f5dd0e34df64c07c7a0f.jpg)
Well, then you still don't have your first Compact, as it's a Golfer if we want to be precise. ;) But it's a lovely SAK alright, I have and carry one too!
Thanks for the precision! There's always something new to learn and read from the wiki :D
Gotta keep my eye out for a true compact then!
Post by: Exeter on May 20, 2018, 06:55:50 PM
Oh well that's confusing! Strange that the early golfer had more in in common with the modern compact than with the modern golfer...Compact Ti Fisherman. I can't let it become a Shelf QueenVery cool!!
I've just gotten my hands on my first compact. Pre-1991 with no hook and with a fluted corkscrew.
Lovely toolset!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180520/105028d0f0763838d19192359952fb52.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180520/470f1d5c6c92f5dd0e34df64c07c7a0f.jpg)
Well, then you still don't have your first Compact, as it's a Golfer if we want to be precise. ;) But it's a lovely SAK alright, I have and carry one too!
Thanks for the precision! There's always something new to learn and read from the wiki :D
Gotta keep my eye out for a true compact then!
:salute:
My Compact needs are satisfied with the Golfer and a DofE - I'm not missing the hook on the first one (blasphemy, I know!) and I find the Phillips more useful than the corkscrew on the latter (blashpemy #2 :D ).
Post by: pfrsantos on June 06, 2018, 05:44:41 PM
Oh well that's confusing! Strange that the early golfer had more in in common with the modern compact than with the modern golfer...Compact Ti Fisherman. I can't let it become a Shelf QueenVery cool!!
I've just gotten my hands on my first compact. Pre-1991 with no hook and with a fluted corkscrew.
Lovely toolset!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180520/105028d0f0763838d19192359952fb52.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180520/470f1d5c6c92f5dd0e34df64c07c7a0f.jpg)
Well, then you still don't have your first Compact, as it's a Golfer if we want to be precise. ;) But it's a lovely SAK alright, I have and carry one too!
Thanks for the precision! There's always something new to learn and read from the wiki :D
Gotta keep my eye out for a true compact then!
:salute:
My Compact needs are satisfied with the Golfer and a DofE - I'm not missing the hook on the first one (blasphemy, I know!) and I find the Phillips more useful than the corkscrew on the latter (blashpemy #2 :D ).
(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcShYM9e_0wfJXSRDvxCwbJYAs7GkKJTBsRTGEr7adk62Lm9G9F92w)
Post by: Ron Who on August 03, 2018, 06:42:38 PM
Post by: Ron Who on August 20, 2018, 09:47:12 PM
Post by: m47mu74nt on August 20, 2018, 10:07:27 PM
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=64155.0;attach=387893)
Post by: GoatDragon on August 21, 2018, 04:44:06 AM
My Compact needs are satisfied with the Golfer and a DofE - I'm not missing the hook on the first one (blasphemy, I know!) and I find the Phillips more useful than the corkscrew on the latter (blashpemy #2 :D ).
If finding the backside Phillips more useful than the corkscrew is blasphemy, then I too am a blasphemer! :ahhh
Post by: m47mu74nt on August 21, 2018, 08:02:30 AM
My Compact needs are satisfied with the Golfer and a DofE - I'm not missing the hook on the first one (blasphemy, I know!) and I find the Phillips more useful than the corkscrew on the latter (blashpemy #2 :D ).
If finding the backside Phillips more useful than the corkscrew is blasphemy, then I too am a blasphemer! :ahhh
Considering the tork I put on screws I better not use it -or break it- and choose the corkscrew as micro SD holder
But why would it be a blasphemy? not to be able to untie knots with a CS because you have a SD? :drink:
Post by: MacGyver on August 21, 2018, 09:09:37 AM
My Compact needs are satisfied with the Golfer and a DofE - I'm not missing the hook on the first one (blasphemy, I know!) and I find the Phillips more useful than the corkscrew on the latter (blashpemy #2 :D ).
If finding the backside Phillips more useful than the corkscrew is blasphemy, then I too am a blasphemer! :ahhh
Considering the tork I put on screws I better not use it -or break it- and choose the corkscrew as micro SD holder
But why would it be a blasphemy? not to be able to untie knots with a CS because you have a SD? :drink:
I'll have to agree with the medium (not heavy) torque on the backside Phillips. I damaged my super tinker once taking off a plate from a pc tower, and it wasn't really tight. However i still prefer the Phillips because it looks good, feels better on the hand and on the pocket, not really because of its massive usability opposed to the corkscrew >:D
You can also untie knots as easily with the awl... :whistle:
Post by: Exeter on August 21, 2018, 10:03:03 AM
My Compact needs are satisfied with the Golfer and a DofE - I'm not missing the hook on the first one (blasphemy, I know!) and I find the Phillips more useful than the corkscrew on the latter (blashpemy #2 :D ).
If finding the backside Phillips more useful than the corkscrew is blasphemy, then I too am a blasphemer! :ahhh
Considering the tork I put on screws I better not use it -or break it- and choose the corkscrew as micro SD holder
But why would it be a blasphemy? not to be able to untie knots with a CS because you have a SD? :drink:
Well it was a bit tongue-in-cheek from my part, just teasing those of us a bit who believe a SAK is not really a SAK without the corkscrew, but all in good fun. :)
Post by: m47mu74nt on August 21, 2018, 11:04:00 AM
You can also untie knots as easily with the awl... :whistle:Only with a Wenger awl!
(and Compact/TrailGuide/Yeoman/... have NO awl..)
:angel: :angel: :angel:
Post by: pfrsantos on August 21, 2018, 11:41:02 AM
Compact Ti Fisherman. I can't let it become a Shelf Queen
I agree, that would be shellfish of you...
:whistle:
Post by: trichosirius on September 07, 2018, 09:57:54 PM
I love my Compact. I used to carry 4+ layers until I discovered how awesome 2 layers feel in hand and in pocket. Now nothing can boot this one from my pocket :climber:
Post by: Fast Bill on September 07, 2018, 11:08:52 PM
Compact Ti Fisherman. I can't let it become a Shelf Queen
I agree, that would be shellfish of you...
:whistle:
:rofl: I’m lichen that :cheers:
Post by: Rapidray on September 08, 2018, 12:15:11 AM
Let the appreciation continue and give this thread a bump :hatsoff:Now this photo is just way to cool! Just goes to show you all forms of life love SAK’s. :like:
I love my Compact. I used to carry 4+ layers until I discovered how awesome 2 layers feel in hand and in pocket. Now nothing can boot this one from my pocket :climber:
Post by: trichosirius on September 08, 2018, 12:34:55 AM
I was trying to get a pic of the Compact next to the snail but he seemed eager to spice up the photo :cheers:Let the appreciation continue and give this thread a bump :hatsoff:Now this photo is just way to cool! Just goes to show you all forms of life love SAK’s. :like:
I love my Compact. I used to carry 4+ layers until I discovered how awesome 2 layers feel in hand and in pocket. Now nothing can boot this one from my pocket :climber:
Post by: Fast Bill on September 11, 2018, 09:12:35 PM
Post by: Rapidray on September 11, 2018, 09:51:28 PM
So not only does he have good taste, but he’s a photo ham too!!! Photo is calander worthy!I was trying to get a pic of the Compact next to the snail but he seemed eager to spice up the photo :cheers:Let the appreciation continue and give this thread a bump :hatsoff:Now this photo is just way to cool! Just goes to show you all forms of life love SAK’s. :like:
I love my Compact. I used to carry 4+ layers until I discovered how awesome 2 layers feel in hand and in pocket. Now nothing can boot this one from my pocket :climber:
Post by: El Corkscrew on September 18, 2018, 11:28:08 PM
Post by: AimlessWanderer on September 18, 2018, 11:56:22 PM
I'm unlikely to ever need to saw a branch for a splint - or at least would be unable to, should I need one. My kit, is really just a "booboo" or minor inconvenience kit, rather than anything life saving. A knife, a pair of scissors, tweezers, a pin for digging out splinters, and a pen for emergency notes is all that's really needed. What better knife for tucking in a little kit like that, than the Compact.
I don't mind carrying something a little larger as a pocket knife, but I find it very reassuring to know that should my knife get lost, that trusty Compact is there ready to handle the simple and most frequently encountered challenges that life might throw at me while I'm away from home.
Post by: Fast Bill on September 19, 2018, 10:18:28 PM
I have a Compact that I've owned for several years, carried many times, but hardly ever used. The reason for this, is that it lives permanently in the little first aid kit that I'll throw in the bag when away from home. The compact just seems the perfect knife for that role.
I'm unlikely to ever need to saw a branch for a splint - or at least would be unable to, should I need one. My kit, is really just a "booboo" or minor inconvenience kit, rather than anything life saving. A knife, a pair of scissors, tweezers, a pin for digging out splinters, and a pen for emergency notes is all that's really needed. What better knife for tucking in a little kit like that, than the Compact.
I don't mind carrying something a little larger as a pocket knife, but I find it very reassuring to know that should my knife get lost, that trusty Compact is there ready to handle the simple and most frequently encountered challenges that life might throw at me while I'm away from home.
Very well put :cheers:
Post by: El Corkscrew on September 20, 2018, 05:44:58 AM
Post by: Spartan19 on October 08, 2018, 05:52:14 PM
Post by: MacGyver on October 08, 2018, 09:52:04 PM
A friend of mine has a Compact, and i've "played around" with it a bit this weekend, and got me thinking that maybe the combo tool is not soooo bad.... I could probably live with it for the most part of urban EDC.... Even got some ideas to some slight mods on the combo tool to serve as a thinner pry tool/scraper on the bottom side.... :think:
So i by coincidence found a limited offer discount for compacts on a national on line store, for 30€ each, so i ordered one... :facepalm:
Hey, but as i've already said before, i'm a backup OCD nut, so you can guess what happened with discount and all..... I ordered TWO....
(https://i.stack.imgur.com/jiFfM.jpg)
Now i'm etching for them to arrive... :mail:
I'll post them here when it does.
Post by: El Corkscrew on October 08, 2018, 09:56:22 PM
:popcorn:
Post by: Ron Who on October 08, 2018, 10:00:55 PM
Anyway, I hope you like the Compacts. Thanks for confessing. ;)
Post by: MacGyver on October 08, 2018, 11:04:48 PM
:rofl: :like: :tu:
:popcorn:
:P :D
Post by: MacGyver on October 08, 2018, 11:31:57 PM
So you played around with the Compact and changed your opinion on the combo tool... That´s good. But where did that opinion come from in the first place? If it wasn´t experience, it must have been hearsay. Of course you can´t test every existing tool personally, but strongly advocating other people´s opinions without actually knowing what you´re talking about? That´s not good.
Anyway, I hope you like the Compacts. Thanks for confessing. ;)
Well... i get your point... :pok:
My opinion came from seeing and "manipulating" the combo tool, in stores mostly, and by the feel for the sturdiness of the tool itself (having an Engineering background also helped...). It wasn't from experience of using it "per se"... I admit i was probably a little bit biased by some of the negative comment's about it too... but Hey... i have no problems in admit when i was wrong, or hasty on my opinion on something... :facepalm:
I tested it much more "realistically" over the weekend, actual uses i might give it... But is wasn't so much my opinion about it's real sturdiness of it that changed, it was more of what i realistically "can live with" in urban EDC use or not. I know that it will never be as sturdy as the bottle opener or the can opener, but it just got me thinking: "Do i really use it/need it everyday to be as sturdy as the regular opening layer... for normal EDC? :think:
I can always grab or carry some other Sak with an opening layer when i feel i'll need something sturdier. I just realized that maybe i was judging the Compact to harshly and that maybe i could live with it's tool set, for the most part... Only time will tell... If i end up not getting along with it, i can always sell it or gift it away... :cheers:
Post by: Ron Who on October 08, 2018, 11:40:50 PM
Post by: MacGyver on October 09, 2018, 09:48:17 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/1cu5sI3.jpg?2)
Post by: NutSAK on October 09, 2018, 10:05:55 PM
I agree that it works great for urban carry, and you'll be hard-pressed to find a better example of a 2-layer urban knife than the Compact or 84mm Golfer. I love to pair mine with an LM Skeletool at the office or "out on the town".
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1846/44476314411_f6cb090bd7_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2aLdJK6)
Post by: MacGyver on October 09, 2018, 11:13:48 PM
MacG, I'm glad to hear you're starting to come around from our last discussion of the combo tool! :cheers:
I agree that it works great for urban carry, and you'll be hard-pressed to find a better example of a 2-layer urban knife than the Compact or 84mm Golfer. I love to pair mine with an LM Skeletool at the office or "out on the town".
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1846/44476314411_f6cb090bd7_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2aLdJK6)
Yup.... i've got to hand it... I might just get along with it for regular EDC most of the time... :ahhh
Apart from the obvious diference in thickness, the diference in weight is also as evident vs my Climber or Super Tinker.
What i can't understand is why is the ring magnetized...? :think: On both Compacts it sticks to the upper or lower tools quite obviously.
Post by: Spartan19 on October 09, 2018, 11:28:40 PM
Post by: El Corkscrew on October 10, 2018, 01:10:41 AM
.....aaand so here it is... :mail::like: :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/1cu5sI3.jpg?2)
Post by: NutSAK on October 10, 2018, 01:47:12 AM
Yup.... i've got to hand it... I might just get along with it for regular EDC most of the time... :ahhh
Apart from the obvious diference in thickness, the diference in weight is also as evident vs my Climber or Super Tinker.
What i can't understand is why is the ring magnetized...? :think: On both Compacts it sticks to the upper or lower tools quite obviously.
You bring up a great point. I used to carry 4+ layer cellidor models frequently years ago, but when I started carrying ALOX I realized how much I liked the slim profile, and then started carrying slimmer cellidor models and really noticed the weight difference. Nowadays if I pretty much don't carry anything wider than 3 layers unless I strap a pouch on my belt, and that just ruins the convenience of having a readily-accessible knife/tool in my pocket, IMO.
None of my SAKs have magnetized split rings. Have you been rubbing it so much that you've aligned the atoms? Man, I think you like that Compact more than you're admitting.... :rofl:
Post by: Rapidray on October 10, 2018, 03:27:54 AM
:rofl: :rofl:Yup.... i've got to hand it... I might just get along with it for regular EDC most of the time... :ahhh
Apart from the obvious diference in thickness, the diference in weight is also as evident vs my Climber or Super Tinker.
What i can't understand is why is the ring magnetized...? :think: On both Compacts it sticks to the upper or lower tools quite obviously.
You bring up a great point. I used to carry 4+ layer cellidor models frequently years ago, but when I started carrying ALOX I realized how much I liked the slim profile, and then started carrying slimmer cellidor models and really noticed the weight difference. Nowadays if I pretty much don't carry anything wider than 3 layers unless I strap a pouch on my belt, and that just ruins the convenience of having a readily-accessible knife/tool in my pocket, IMO.
None of my SAKs have magnetized split rings. Have you been rubbing it so much that you've aligned the atoms? Man, I think you like that Compact more than you're admitting.... :rofl:
Post by: MacGyver on October 10, 2018, 09:01:50 AM
Yup.... i've got to hand it... I might just get along with it for regular EDC most of the time... :ahhh
Apart from the obvious diference in thickness, the diference in weight is also as evident vs my Climber or Super Tinker.
What i can't understand is why is the ring magnetized...? :think: On both Compacts it sticks to the upper or lower tools quite obviously.
You bring up a great point. I used to carry 4+ layer cellidor models frequently years ago, but when I started carrying ALOX I realized how much I liked the slim profile, and then started carrying slimmer cellidor models and really noticed the weight difference. Nowadays if I pretty much don't carry anything wider than 3 layers unless I strap a pouch on my belt, and that just ruins the convenience of having a readily-accessible knife/tool in my pocket, IMO.
None of my SAKs have magnetized split rings. Have you been rubbing it so much that you've aligned the atoms? Man, I think you like that Compact more than you're admitting.... :rofl:
Yup... 3 layers is as much as i'll pocket carry for regular edc. I'll take my Huntsman (or Camper/Hiker) if i head out to the country. But in the city/suburbs a two layer is always more comfortable in the pocket. This is thinner but not like Spartan thin, i think its more comfortable on the hand, as much as a 3 layer.
About the split ring.... :rofl:
Im liking the compact but its not from rubbing.... Both new compacts rings are like that, new out of the box. One of my super tinkers ring stick lightly to the hook but that was from years of pocket friction. These ones stick fairly strong to all tools . I wonder if it's the ring or the tools tho.... Must check that out... :think:
Post by: Ron Who on October 10, 2018, 09:39:22 AM
Post by: MacGyver on October 11, 2018, 09:06:10 AM
Some of my dedicated screw drivers are magnetized, which is neat and quite useful at times. But why magnetize a split ring? And I wonder if Vx themselves make them.
Well i cant really get why they did it, but the ring is definitely magnetized, and quite strongly. It was getting on my nerves so i replaced it with an earlier one. These latest ones are a bit thicker and more "squared" out, while the older ones are rounder and thinner, they sit in the liner ring tabs a lot better not as stiff.
Most work on those mods to the combo tool now... :think:
I'm thinking of grinding the end of it to shorten it a bit so its not as long and thin on the edge, to sturdy it up a bit. Also thinking about sharpening the underside of the can opener part (chisel style) so ill have a scraper, better light prying tool, and could work even as a box cutter... :think:
Post by: NutSAK on October 11, 2018, 10:19:51 AM
Yup... 3 layers is as much as i'll pocket carry for regular edc. I'll take my Huntsman (or Camper/Hiker) if i head out to the country. But in the city/suburbs a two layer is always more comfortable in the pocket. This is thinner but not like Spartan thin, i think its more comfortable on the hand, as much as a 3 layer.
:iagree:
About the split ring.... :rofl:
Im liking the compact but its not from rubbing.... Both new compacts rings are like that, new out of the box. One of my super tinkers ring stick lightly to the hook but that was from years of pocket friction. These ones stick fairly strong to all tools . I wonder if it's the ring or the tools tho.... Must check that out... :think:
Ah OK. Mine are all older models.
Post by: MacGyver on November 22, 2018, 01:45:59 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/Gaa6IMH.jpg)
Post by: classicrock on November 23, 2018, 07:17:14 AM
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Post by: William on November 23, 2018, 05:29:48 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/wVVpJg6h.jpg)
Post by: MacGyver on November 23, 2018, 07:24:14 PM
Had one and sold it. A bit too large for my EDC. Starting to regret.
(https://i.imgur.com/wVVpJg6h.jpg)
I understand you very well... A couple of months ago i was really hung up on the 84mm's for quite some time, especially the small tinkers and tourists, but I'm leaning to the 91mm's again, cause i really wanted to have full size scissors again, and after a while of being away from the 84's, the 91's aren't really that much big really....
And i must hand it... The grip is much better.... Still love the 84's though... :D
Lately its either the Compact or the Climber, or both..... :facepalm:
Post by: William on November 23, 2018, 08:09:00 PM
The problem is there are too many choices.Had one and sold it. A bit too large for my EDC. Starting to regret.
(https://i.imgur.com/wVVpJg6h.jpg)
I understand you very well... A couple of months ago i was really hung up on the 84mm's for quite some time, especially the small tinkers and tourists, but I'm leaning to the 91mm's again, cause i really wanted to have full size scissors again, and after a while of being away from the 84's, the 91's aren't really that much big really....
And i must hand it... The grip is much better.... Still love the 84's though... :D
Lately its either the Compact or the Climber, or both..... :facepalm:
I dropped down to an Executive for most EDC. If they made a Cadet with scissors I would be a very happy man.
Still trying to decide on an Alxo 58.
Post by: Stephan Wilms on December 10, 2018, 12:32:23 PM
I‘m new to the Forum. I read a lot about the compact. I’ve got a few other SAKs but I find the compact is exactly what I need. I combined this with the nice woodscales from the Spartan Wood. I‘m carrying a Classic on my Keychain, so I’m not missing the tweezers...
(https://www.bilder-upload.eu/thumb/efa0b4-1544441476.jpeg) (https://www.bilder-upload.eu/bild-efa0b4-1544441476.jpeg.html)
Post by: Reinier on December 10, 2018, 01:22:30 PM
Cool Compact.
Post by: Wspeed on December 10, 2018, 01:46:05 PM
Nice SAK love the wood scales :tu: :like:
Post by: Rapidray on December 10, 2018, 03:26:09 PM
And wood scales, even nicer!
Post by: Gio on December 28, 2018, 02:53:54 PM
Can I join in? :like:
Post by: El Corkscrew on January 02, 2019, 05:41:17 AM
Is this the right place for an early Golfer?:drool:
Can I join in? :like:
Very nice! :like:
Post by: Wspeed on January 02, 2019, 12:37:31 PM
Post by: Gio on January 02, 2019, 01:07:55 PM
I started collecting in '18 and..so far.. Compact, Golfer and Tinkers are my favorite edc's.
:like:
Post by: Wspeed on January 02, 2019, 01:11:17 PM
Excellent SAKs for edc :cheers:
Post by: jaya_man on January 02, 2019, 01:22:07 PM
Post by: Blackbeard on January 28, 2019, 01:45:17 PM
Post by: smiller43147 on January 29, 2019, 06:19:22 PM
Had not noticed before today but I really like the hidden nail file in the back of the hook, nice to see a surprise on a tool you've had for 8 yearsReminds me of an incident some years ago where I mentioned the tooth pick and tweezers on a SAK. He looked at me funny and said "What?".
I slid out the T&T and he remarked that he thought the grey and putty colored nail pulls "were just a design".
Post by: kamakiri on January 29, 2019, 06:55:46 PM
:rofl:Had not noticed before today but I really like the hidden nail file in the back of the hook, nice to see a surprise on a tool you've had for 8 yearsReminds me of an incident some years ago where I mentioned the tooth pick and tweezers on a SAK. He looked at me funny and said "What?".
I slid out the T&T and he remarked that he thought the grey and putty colored nail pulls "were just a design".
I like Compacts:
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7831/46004719035_fde483bdd3.jpg)
That's not even the half of it...
Post by: Rapidray on January 29, 2019, 08:08:50 PM
Wow those are nice! :like: :tu::rofl:Had not noticed before today but I really like the hidden nail file in the back of the hook, nice to see a surprise on a tool you've had for 8 yearsReminds me of an incident some years ago where I mentioned the tooth pick and tweezers on a SAK. He looked at me funny and said "What?".
I slid out the T&T and he remarked that he thought the grey and putty colored nail pulls "were just a design".
I like Compacts:
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7831/46004719035_fde483bdd3.jpg)
That's not even the half of it...
Post by: Blackbeard on January 30, 2019, 02:51:10 AM
I went through a bunch more saks to find more hook files, so far my voyager lite is the only one I found, gonna check my other storage box soon, Vic should put this hook/file on more models.
Post by: kamakiri on January 30, 2019, 04:59:49 AM
nice kamakiri, I always wanted a backup, but they are too pricey these days, maybe I can find one on ebay.
I went through a bunch more saks to find more hook files, so far my voyager lite is the only one I found, gonna check my other storage box soon, Vic should put this hook/file on more models.
:iagree:
:cheers: Thanks, Blackbeard! I get them as cheap as I can on *bay when buying them for mod fodder. And they're expensive enough when I'm just using them for the combo tool and the hook/file. I think every hook should have the file. It's also a reason I have a Voyager Lite. At the very least, I think it should be on every hook when on a knife without a metal saw.
Post by: Reinier on January 30, 2019, 06:55:02 AM
nice kamakiri, I always wanted a backup, but they are too pricey these days, maybe I can find one on ebay.
I think Grant posted a rather cheap one yesterday :)
Post by: Mechanickal on January 30, 2019, 06:57:18 AM
It's spoken for at the moment... :(nice kamakiri, I always wanted a backup, but they are too pricey these days, maybe I can find one on ebay.
I think Grant posted a rather cheap one yesterday :)
Post by: Reinier on January 30, 2019, 06:57:35 AM
nice kamakiri, I always wanted a backup, but they are too pricey these days, maybe I can find one on ebay.
I think Grant posted a rather cheap one yesterday :)
Never mind, sold.
Post by: Reinier on January 30, 2019, 07:20:21 AM
It's spoken for at the moment... :(nice kamakiri, I always wanted a backup, but they are too pricey these days, maybe I can find one on ebay.
I think Grant posted a rather cheap one yesterday :)
Wowzers you're fast :)
Post by: Mechanickal on January 30, 2019, 07:48:25 AM
Not by me!It's spoken for at the moment... :(nice kamakiri, I always wanted a backup, but they are too pricey these days, maybe I can find one on ebay.
I think Grant posted a rather cheap one yesterday :)
Wowzers you're fast :)
I've got other expenses :facepalm:
Post by: Reinier on January 30, 2019, 07:58:44 AM
Not by me!It's spoken for at the moment... :(nice kamakiri, I always wanted a backup, but they are too pricey these days, maybe I can find one on ebay.
I think Grant posted a rather cheap one yesterday :)
Wowzers you're fast :)
I've got other expenses :facepalm:
I know it wasn't you. Honeymoons and Syph007 customs are more important than second hand Compacts. Nothing wrong with a second hand Compact ( :drool: ), but still.
Post by: Mechanickal on January 30, 2019, 07:59:42 AM
Post by: Rapidray on January 30, 2019, 04:03:57 PM
:whistle::rofl:
Post by: Gio on March 18, 2019, 03:16:46 PM
Two of them modded from corkscrew to Phillips. The perfect Sak?
Post by: Wspeed on March 18, 2019, 03:33:43 PM
Post by: Exeter on March 18, 2019, 04:12:34 PM
My Compact/Golfer family. :like:
Two of them modded from corkscrew to Phillips. The perfect Sak?
The Compact with Phillips? I think it's as close you can get to perfection when talking about compact, pocketable urban EDC SAK's. And I don't even have one, although I have and frequently carry the next best thing, a DofE.
Post by: El Corkscrew on April 17, 2019, 07:02:05 AM
Post by: Wspeed on April 17, 2019, 12:37:36 PM
Post by: cwsmith17 on May 07, 2019, 02:37:58 AM
Post by: Sos24 on May 07, 2019, 03:27:13 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190507/c00d128ae0faaa7907e4f5dba7219af5.jpg)
My Compact/Golfer family. :like:
Two of them modded from corkscrew to Phillips. The perfect Sak?
I think it is pretty close, which is why I had a mod made.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190507/e7c9448a59202ca84a3acab02d16c72f.jpg)
Post by: roamingcat on May 07, 2019, 06:02:05 AM
Post by: Max Stone on May 07, 2019, 08:17:51 AM
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Post by: Max Stone on May 07, 2019, 12:33:53 PM
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Post by: Wspeed on July 21, 2019, 11:28:53 PM
Post by: Myron on November 06, 2019, 03:00:48 AM
I love my Compact. My perfect minimalist (high functionality) edc companions.
About 6 months late here, but this is a lovely combo, roamingcat. Is your Sinn a 556 or a 656?
Myron
Post by: m47mu74nt on February 22, 2020, 10:35:52 PM
Post by: Wspeed on February 22, 2020, 10:37:16 PM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 22, 2020, 11:34:37 PM
A new in the box pre-1991 Explorer.
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Post by: Wspeed on February 23, 2020, 12:11:28 AM
Post by: Jud65 on March 31, 2020, 09:29:02 PM
Post by: Sos24 on March 31, 2020, 11:05:08 PM
My first Compact in British Racing Green. Arrived today. I’m smitten.
That is a nice green.
Post by: Wspeed on March 31, 2020, 11:42:37 PM
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Post by: 39hotrod on April 01, 2020, 03:26:43 PM
Post by: pfrsantos on April 01, 2020, 04:39:07 PM
My first Compact in British Racing Green. Arrived today. I’m smitten.
Hello, smitten! Welcome to MTo!
:cheers: :tu:
:D :D :D :D
Post by: cody6268 on November 02, 2020, 03:40:35 AM
I bid on a Golfer because someone else did not, and I managed to win it on the big auction site for $14.51; inclusive of shipping and tax (my winning bid was $10). The scales appear pretty banged up, and there's a little glue on the blade, but I think it should clean up fine. Compacts are at least $25-30 used; and seem rather desirable. This one, surprisingly went cheap in my view, given the Golfer was discontinued in favor of that Golf Tool monstrosity.
(https://www.allaboutpocketknives.com/knife_forum/download/file.php?id=484013&mode=view)
Has the full Plus Kit loadout too--toothpick, tweezers, pen, pin, mini driver still on board. Pen still works! I am hoping this one is new enough to have the file on the hook, but would a grooved corkscrew mean it is too old?
(https://www.allaboutpocketknives.com/knife_forum/download/file.php?id=484014&mode=view)
Post by: Barry Rowland on November 02, 2020, 03:45:11 AM
Post by: mrcgofga on April 28, 2021, 10:14:06 PM
My first Compact in British Racing Green. Arrived today. I’m smitten.
I am jealously smitten too!!! Where can I find a Green Compact these days?
Post by: Jud65 on April 28, 2021, 10:55:17 PM
I am jealously smitten too!!! Where can I find a Green Compact these days?Here. But Im not sure if they ship to the US.
(Forgive me if I’ve contravened any marketing rules...)
Post by: ElevenBlade on April 28, 2021, 11:18:25 PM
Here. But Im not sure if they ship to the US.
(Forgive me if I’ve contravened any marketing rules...)
Oh! The Colorsssss. :dd:
Post by: Jud65 on April 29, 2021, 06:10:57 PM
Post by: Echotech on May 01, 2021, 02:49:41 AM
They are nice. Even better if you go full on green with the accessories. Pity about the pen...:iagree:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210501/6957c329589432e1d57f5b041eaf6f6b.jpg)
Post by: Echotech on May 01, 2021, 05:32:30 AM
My first Compact in British Racing Green. Arrived today. I’m smitten.Great colour Jud65 :like:
Post by: Jud65 on May 01, 2021, 08:50:19 AM
Here’s to going green! :cheers:
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 14, 2021, 10:11:09 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 14, 2021, 10:16:35 PM
My first Compact in British Racing Green. Arrived today. I’m smitten.Me too! There's something about BRG that fits this knife. I had mine put away pretty much since my son traded me his a few months ago. Nix reminded me about the Compact in a thread he started yesterday. I pocketed it this morning and now I understand why this knife is so well loved.
Post by: Nix on May 14, 2021, 10:22:17 PM
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Post by: Nix on May 15, 2021, 05:22:32 AM
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 15, 2021, 05:34:21 AM
Post by: Nix on May 15, 2021, 02:48:39 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/CAkDyhr.jpg)
Post by: 39hotrod on May 15, 2021, 02:55:28 PM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on May 15, 2021, 03:28:29 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210515/1495630195e56d1e00160350cc93232d.jpg)
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Post by: Barry Rowland on May 15, 2021, 03:43:07 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 15, 2021, 03:51:41 PM
I wonder what the other grocery shoppers thought if my writing instrument? :D
Post by: Nix on May 15, 2021, 04:06:58 PM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on May 15, 2021, 07:20:52 PM
Kitchen duty! I love the combo tool
(Cutting onions remebered that I need tô sharpen the compact blade)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210515/835f7e1366bcb7131dcb18a74454e36d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210515/9cc0b846bd26d54c3034447095d056fc.jpg)
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Post by: Nix on May 15, 2021, 07:21:17 PM
Opening potting soil:
(https://i.imgur.com/1A0QnTO.jpg)
Cutting open bundles of straw:
(https://i.imgur.com/wJzrVQ5.jpg)
And pruning tomato plants with the scissors. :tu:
After a busy morning, union rules allowed for a coffee break:
(https://i.imgur.com/BfZ2Xm4.jpg)
Day 1 of this mini-challenge is going rather well! :2tu:
Post by: Nix on May 15, 2021, 07:22:59 PM
Kitchen duty! I love the combo tool
Excellent! Very funny, too. I'm planning on opening a can of corn for a lunchtime salad later on! :tu:
( And, unlike Twosak Shakur, I won't cheat and use a Spartan. ;) )
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on May 15, 2021, 09:24:50 PM
(A well deserved pause Nix!)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210515/9215f793ff2f4f5de34e2e8909ec6d7f.jpg)
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Post by: Nix on May 15, 2021, 09:41:00 PM
Post by: Nix on May 15, 2021, 09:42:10 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/O8Scq0a.jpg)
Used the corn to make a salad for lunch:
(https://i.imgur.com/gZUB5s2.jpg)
Post by: Nix on May 15, 2021, 09:43:30 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/SHuS2w4.jpg)
Let see Twosak Shakur do that with his fancy Spartan! :whistle:
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on May 15, 2021, 09:55:42 PM
Compact's combo conquers can of corn! :tu:Great looking Salad Nix!
(https://i.imgur.com/O8Scq0a.jpg)
Used the corn to make a salad for lunch:
(https://i.imgur.com/gZUB5s2.jpg)
(And the iced coffee looks nice)
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Post by: Nix on May 15, 2021, 10:06:03 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 15, 2021, 10:50:57 PM
Excellent! Very funny, too. I'm planning on opening a can of corn for a lunchtime salad later on! :tu:
( And, unlike Twosak Shakur, I won't cheat and use a Spartan. ;) )
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 15, 2021, 10:56:25 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 15, 2021, 10:58:18 PM
Later on it was time for an iced coffee......
(https://i.imgur.com/SHuS2w4.jpg)
Let see Twosak Shakur do that with his fancy Spartan! :whistle:
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 15, 2021, 11:05:01 PM
The combo tool makes an excellent bottle opener 😉
Post by: Nix on May 15, 2021, 11:27:16 PM
I haven't tested that bottle opener feature yet.....hmmmm...... :rofl:
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on May 15, 2021, 11:55:41 PM
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Post by: Nix on May 16, 2021, 12:46:57 AM
Post by: Nix on May 16, 2021, 01:24:44 AM
Gave a head of broccoli the "Peacent treatment". A sharp knife is a great tool! :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/vxI0VSv.jpg)
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 16, 2021, 02:43:03 AM
Post by: Nix on May 16, 2021, 04:31:29 AM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on May 16, 2021, 04:36:37 AM
Compact helped to cut some gorgonzola and meia cura cheese (the last one is a regional cheese)
The cheese was melted with milk cream and put inside a fresh bread (My son call It Dad's bread).
And the Compact helped to open a bottle of wine.
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Post by: Barry Rowland on May 16, 2021, 06:32:05 AM
Post by: Echotech on May 16, 2021, 07:02:56 AM
Still CompAction saturday!:drool: :drool: :tu:
Compact helped to cut some gorgonzola and meia cura cheese (the last one is a regional cheese)
The cheese was melted with milk cream and put inside a fresh bread (My son call It Dad's bread).
And the Compact helped to open a bottle of wine.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210516/fa4c27f54bdad46acd1cf4ea46e3c4e3.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210516/e5ab964d25e20d41afb415ce0b5ebeee.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210516/950986df67a134d9806044876aaf72d5.jpg)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on May 16, 2021, 04:17:19 PM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on May 16, 2021, 04:19:28 PM
Coffee with Compact!
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Post by: Nix on May 16, 2021, 04:23:37 PM
The cheese was melted with milk cream and put inside a fresh bread (My son call It Dad's bread).
Oooooh, that looks delicious!
Post by: Nix on May 16, 2021, 04:28:07 PM
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on May 16, 2021, 06:11:14 PM
Combo tool on duty!
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Post by: Barry Rowland on May 16, 2021, 06:15:19 PM
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on May 16, 2021, 09:25:25 PM
Compact helping make the hummus.Hummus!!!
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Post by: Nix on May 16, 2021, 09:39:38 PM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on May 17, 2021, 05:19:30 AM
Compact helped to remove the seal of two fish food packages to refill the aquarium automatic feeder.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210517/282270123eb3f1ba4e1e7ac852f21626.jpg)
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Post by: SirVicaLot on August 20, 2021, 12:27:16 PM
Compact getting pocket time and riding shotgun for the Spirit XC. A pretty good combination if you ask me :cheers:
Post by: Barry Rowland on August 20, 2021, 12:41:51 PM
Post by: Ron Who on August 20, 2021, 06:40:09 PM
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Compact getting pocket time and riding shotgun for the Spirit XC. A pretty good combination if you ask me :cheers:
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Cool pic, would do nicely in the camo club thread :D
Post by: Jazz on October 04, 2021, 04:14:07 AM
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Post by: Echotech on October 04, 2021, 04:35:20 AM
I must say, I thought I’d never like this model, but I really do, after having it for a bit now. I changed scales to emerald, and they’re gorgeous, but I miss the red, so I ordered another. Don’t tell my wife. Here’s the beauty. Goes really well with tan paracord.:like: done the same to mine, love that green emerald
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Post by: pfrsantos on October 04, 2021, 12:28:28 PM
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Cool pic, would do nicely in the camo club thread :D
+1
:cheers: :tu:
Post by: Barry Rowland on October 04, 2021, 03:18:14 PM
Post by: Farmer X on October 04, 2021, 07:30:51 PM
Goes really well with tan paracord.Yes indeed. Perhaps my Climber will get a similar treatment...if I can shake the desire for a blue or yellow 91mm SAK.
Post by: Jmoita on February 01, 2022, 06:24:03 PM
Proud owner of a Compact for the first time!
With the Huntsman and the Explorer, I feel a first cycle of SAKs is complete.
I will try to carry it for some weeks straight to see how it is to have a knife without the awl.
Post by: pfrsantos on February 01, 2022, 06:39:22 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/drczxXK/IMG-20220201-171916.jpg):pok: :pok:
Proud owner of a Compact for the first time!
With the Huntsman and the Explorer, I feel a first cycle of SAKs is complete.
I will try to carry it for some weeks straight to see how it is to have a knife without the awl.
:climber:
:whistle:
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 01, 2022, 07:08:04 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on February 01, 2022, 07:55:35 PM
JR
Post by: SteveP on February 02, 2022, 04:34:56 AM
It has a tool set that the SAKWiki entry for the Golfer says doesn't exist - combo tool with hook, pen, and pin. SAKWiki says the hook, pen, and pin appeared when the combo tool was replaced with the divot repair tool. Mine also has a non-grooved corkscrew and riveted scissors, so it's a newer model.
And the entry for the Compact says:
The other model was the very first Compact which retained the features of the previous Golfer but added the hook and a straight pin. The nail-file would be added to the hook sometime later.
Mine doesn't have the nail file.
If there are any Compact experts who can tell for sure, I'd love to know.
But regardless of what it is, I like the tool set so am happy with it.
Post by: Frailer on February 03, 2022, 07:25:45 AM
I picked this one up last week. The seller had it listed as a Golfer, but I think it's an early Compact.
It has a tool set that the SAKWiki entry for the Golfer says doesn't exist - combo tool with hook, pen, and pin. SAKWiki says the hook, pen, and pin appeared when the combo tool was replaced with the divot repair tool. Mine also has a non-grooved corkscrew and riveted scissors, so it's a newer model.
And the entry for the Compact says:
The other model was the very first Compact which retained the features of the previous Golfer but added the hook and a straight pin. The nail-file would be added to the hook sometime later.
Mine doesn't have the nail file.
If there are any Compact experts who can tell for sure, I'd love to know.
But regardless of what it is, I like the tool set so am happy with it.
I’m no expert, but I do know that there were Golfers in the configuration you describe. I own a NIB example, and the box is labeled “Golfer.”
I’m curious whether the “Compact” name was used in the European market first. A British friend gifted me a Compact —its box was labeled as such—in 1996, and I do not recall it having a hook w/file. (In fact, I don’t remember a hook at all, but my memory isn’t always reliable, and I wasn’t paying attention to the finer points of SAK anatomy at the time.)
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Post by: MadPlumbarian on May 18, 2022, 03:09:29 PM
JR
Post by: SteveP on May 18, 2022, 11:10:00 PM
Well I was part, since I posted like 6 post back but it kinda got modified, so technically it’s not compact anymore..That's an interesting combination of tools. I like the addition of a real Phillips screwdriver. I'm not a big wood saw user, but maybe with the universal scaler instead... hmmm....
JR
Nice job!
Post by: MadPlumbarian on May 18, 2022, 11:34:37 PM
That's an interesting combination of tools. I like the addition of a real Phillips screwdriver. I'm not a big wood saw user, but maybe with the universal scaler instead... hmmm....Thanks, I think the compact would have been just about perfect if they switched the corkscrew with the Philips, that would have been a simple mod since it would have been only one pin, but I figured since I was at it adding a saw would really make it spot on, the only thing I didn’t do was put an awl on the backside, I was originally going to do so but the width of an awl and saw are not the same so I would have had to put some very thin spacer and I was pretty much done in a few hours with the whole thing I just fig ahh this is spot on, and no rigs,, so I’ll just leave it, I could always redo it if I want to, but I’m so into alox, the FarmerX is my and as been my carry for almost 1-1/2yrs straight, I like how the blade has a little more beef to it, and especially the alox scales,,
Nice job!
JR
Post by: Jud65 on June 30, 2022, 11:25:24 AM
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Post by: nate j on August 06, 2022, 03:08:47 AM
I was just looking back at dates and it was right at four years ago this week that I started carrying a Compact on a daily basis. I do swap it out occasionally for a Farmer or Fieldmaster if I think I need a saw for the day, but normally the Compact is in my pocket. It’s done everything I’ve needed except for when I need a saw. The pen has come in handy and I’ve even used the parcel hook on occasion. It’s definitely less noticeable in pocket that the Climber I was normally carrying before. My only real complaint with it is that the combo tool is not as good of a cap lifter & screwdriver as the standard one.I actually think the combo tool is more effective as a cap lifter than the standard, but definitely leaves something to be desired as a screwdriver.
Post by: Barry Rowland on August 06, 2022, 05:37:14 AM
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Post by: pfrsantos on August 08, 2022, 10:30:05 AM
Sunflower and matching Compact ;)The ukranian colours are just a coincidence? Either way, it looks great!
:cheers: :salute:
Post by: pfrsantos on August 08, 2022, 10:30:56 AM
The compact makes a great companion toolset to the PST. Great office tools and low profile combo.
Nice setup! You got most, if not awl, of your needs covered!
:cheers: :tu:
Post by: Echotech on August 08, 2022, 05:18:23 PM
The compact makes a great companion toolset to the PST. Great office tools and low profile combo.:iagree:
Post by: Echotech on August 08, 2022, 05:19:01 PM
Sunflower and matching Compact ;)Very nice pic mate :like: :tu:
Post by: Echotech on August 08, 2022, 05:22:33 PM
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Post by: MrToolJunkie on August 09, 2022, 07:43:12 AM
Post by: Echotech on August 09, 2022, 10:10:28 AM
Post by: snosov on August 13, 2022, 07:53:45 PM
Who know how recently made Compact's back scale looks from inside?
Does it has 2 slots?
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Or it has 3 slots, just one is not openned?
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Really wonder
BR ;)
Post by: Grand_Banana on August 26, 2022, 03:16:27 AM
Post by: Jazz on September 10, 2023, 03:24:43 PM
When I first got the Compact, i didn't like it because it didn't work on Phillips screws. However, a little work with the Work Sharp knife sharpener and it works on Phillips screws just fine. Now I carry the Compact with me whenever carrying the Swiss Champ is inconvenient, like anywhere other than work. :tu:
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Can you show what part you ground off, please?
Post by: Yanossauro on September 11, 2023, 05:51:18 PM
I don't trust it.
Sure, it has a very good toolset for most at-home tasks, and I do like the combination of scissors and nail file, but still...
I like the small blade and trust the dedicated openers of the Climber more than the combo tool.
So, slap plus scales on a Climber and you get more for less money, that's what I tell beginners.
Post by: MacGyver on September 11, 2023, 08:18:32 PM
I've been carrying this guy in my pocket at home for three years now, and I'll tell what I think: It's thin enough that I don't feel it in the pocket when I go to sleep, but I can't make me take it outside.
I don't trust it.
Sure, it has a very good toolset for most at-home tasks, and I do like the combination of scissors and nail file, but still...
I like the small blade and trust the dedicated openers of the Climber more than the combo tool.
So, slap plus scales on a Climber and you get more for less money, that's what I tell beginners.
Completely agree.
The Compact is a great pocket knife with scissors and a couple extra features, but it's sub-par as a multitool.
I'll take a Climber over it for EDC any day, or any 84mm and the scissors on my Minichamp any day too.
Post by: Bunk Tuppins on September 11, 2023, 09:04:01 PM
Post by: MacGyver on September 12, 2023, 09:24:47 AM
It's the thinnest 91mm with a scissor and that is its raison d'etre. I don't use mine much but it's fine if what you need is a scissor and a main blade and maybe open a bottle or can. The nail file is not great but ok in a pinch.
For me, being the thinnest with scissors it of little comfort per-se, while it's fine as a pocket knife, it's not really reliable as a multitool which is my main reason for carrying a SAK and not just a regular pocket knife, I probably use the opener layer more than i use the blade or scissors, and it's definitely for the bottle or can opening features. I rarely open bottles with it, and opened like 2 cans in 40 years of SAK use, literally.
Post by: NutSAK on September 12, 2023, 06:21:15 PM
I probably use the opener layer more than i use the blade or scissors, and it's definitely for the bottle or can opening features. I rarely open bottles with it, and opened like 2 cans in 40 years of SAK use, literally.
You use the opener layer for bottle or can opening features rarely, but more than you use the blade or scissors? :think: :dunno:
Post by: MacGyver on September 12, 2023, 08:35:01 PM
You use the opener layer for bottle or can opening features rarely, but more than you use the blade or scissors? :think: :dunno:
Yes. Because the bottle and can opening functions are the least of my use (or interest) for the opener layer.
The bottle and can opener are my screwdrivers (or bit drivers), my pry tools, scrape tools, prod tools, push tools, even pull tools in the case of the can opener.
Those two combined have probably more frequent use than the blade itself.
Post by: NutSAK on September 14, 2023, 12:18:29 PM
Yes. Because the bottle and can opening functions are the least of my use (or interest) for the opener layer.
The bottle and can opener are my screwdrivers (or bit drivers), my pry tools, scrape tools, prod tools, push tools, even pull tools in the case of the can opener.
Those two combined have probably more frequent use than the blade itself.
Got it! I was misinterpreting what you were saying. Thanks for clarifying.
I appreciate the Compact for what it is and have the occasion to carry one, but I ensure my screwdriver and awl needs are covered by another tool. The Leatherman Juice KF4 is one example.
Post by: gadgetman7 on September 26, 2023, 12:02:05 PM
Yes. Because the bottle and can opening functions are the least of my use (or interest) for the opener layer.That’s true for me as well. I used the scissors the most and then openers but not usually for opening cans or bottles.
The bottle and can opener are my screwdrivers (or bit drivers), my pry tools, scrape tools, prod tools, push tools, even pull tools in the case of the can opener.
Those two combined have probably more frequent use than the blade itself.
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Post by: Jazz on November 13, 2023, 02:46:24 PM
I have 4 now, and all definitely have magnetized rings. Very annoying. I wish Victorinox would at least explain why. I took them off and replaced with similar ones from the fishing section of Canadian Tire.
Here’s proof…
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Post by: Echotech on December 08, 2023, 10:55:34 AM
Is this a good deal?That’s less than A$60 (Australian) and here they’re normally at least $90, usually over $100 so I’d say yes but don’t know what you normally pay for them there
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Post by: victordomingos on December 08, 2023, 01:56:18 PM
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I can say that the compact disappears in my jeans pocket, which is nice. Will be a nicer option for summer when using a formal uniform. I just checked and the combo tool flat screwdriver fits perfectly the 3 screws on the trombone (which rarely need any intervention).
The file in the hook is pretty thin, not sure if it can really be of any use. The MiniChamp is a nice complement, since it adds the nail file and cleaner, small blades, a nice small Philips screwdriver and a few other tools.
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I have plus scales on the Explorer and SwissChamp, but in the Compact the pen is way more comfortable to use while fitted in the hook slot.
The small screwdriver in the corkscrew will be more useful than ever before, since I am now using non-sun glasses.
For my everyday urban carry, I am pretty sure I will be occasionally missing stuff from the SwissChamp, it happens not to be around. What I won’t be missing is the bulky size and weight
Post by: nate j on December 08, 2023, 03:57:05 PM
Is this a good deal?Assuming everything is legitimate, it is a good deal. They are usually $50+ these days.
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Replaced the toothpick & tweezers with red ones. They blend almost perfectly with the scales.
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