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Tool Talk => Swiss Army Knights Forum => Topic started by: george c on February 08, 2017, 06:08:31 AM
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Hi folks,
Short version of a long story.
Recently used the Phillips on my Rambler. Wow, what a great tool. Used it to change the watch batteries on a small squeeze-type flashlight.
Anyway, decided I'd try to get by with a 58mm only. I have several including the Classic that I've carried for 50 years or so. Have a Minichamp and an Alox Classic. BTW, I'm retired so have no "work requirements" for a knife.
Found a SB Vagabond. Seems perfect as it doesn't have some of the Minichamp tools that I don't think I'd ever use. But, dang, the SB is about $100!!!!
Any thoughts or comments would be greatly appreciated, especially from those of you who have a Vagabond.
Thanks for any comments, opinions, and thoughts.
Best regards,
George
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My thoughts: pick up the non sb version for 35 bucks off of ebay!
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Also, ebay has sb versions for 75-85
(Ps) if you decide you don't want the one on eBay, let me know so i can grab it. :cheers:
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I always carry a Vagabond on my keychain and I like it a lot. It is the most ideal backup SAK and I use it a lot. Very clever toolset. Saved me on countless occasions when I needed scissors, nail file, phillips screwdriver, cap lifter or a small blade and didn't have that tool on the bigger SAK I was carrying that day.
(https://www.dropbox.com/s/n1hg3hgi5njul7j/d1%201.jpg?dl=1)
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Obviously, you don't need a Vagabond, since you already have a MiniChamp. The question therefore is: do you want it that badly?
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The SB price is just out of line.
I have a original and it is my EDC.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170208/fd1097c430bc7f16edc9c4dfe9a67459.jpg)
Have had one since late nineties.
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I' not sure I'd want to spend $100 on a wharncliff blade and a orange peeler. I'd stick with my Rambler myself or look for a second hand Vagabond.
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Not really seeing an advantage over the Minichamp
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Is the mini champ a 4 layer or a 3.
The original Vagabond is a 2 layer.
The would be biggest difference to me.
Not handled a SB Alox version, thinner yet?
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I' not sure I'd want to spend $100 on a wharncliff blade and a orange peeler. I'd stick with my Rambler myself or look for a second hand Vagabond.
That is my thought as well :cheers: :like: :like:
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I can get Alox Mini-Champ for $36 shipped, but the Alox Rambler I want is over $60.
Waiting.....
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MiniChamp Alox. Three layers, width 10 mm, weight 43 grams.
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Considering the price difference I would seriously consider picking up a Minichamp and then remove the tools I didn't want. Since it's a case of removing tool layers the pins should be reusable.
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Considering the price difference I would seriously consider picking up a Minichamp and then remove the tools I didn't want. Since it's a case of removing tool layers the pins should be reusable.
When modding a MiniChamp you should consider replacing the spatula and ruler with a 84 mm awl. I seem to remember seen it done.
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Hi Folks,
Thanks for taking the time to comment and offer suggestions. Greatly appreciated.
I sent the seller of the used one ($35) a note asking whether there was any "looseness" or "wobbling" in the tools. And, no response so far.
Think I'm going to continue on using my Rambler and try to find a used Vagabond.
Again, thanks so much for your help.
Regards,
George
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Hi again folks,
GDOOLITTLE, yes, the used one for $35 is on the way. The gentleman responded to my question and said, "The tools are in great shape."
Again, thanks all for your comments and suggestions.
Best regards,
George
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Hi again folks,
GDOOLITTLE, yes, the used one for $35 is on the way. The gentleman responded to my question and said, "The tools are in great shape."
Again, thanks all for your comments and suggestions.
Best regards,
George
Glad you were able to order it and save the money!! :tu:
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Cool! Waiting for pics now... :popcorn:
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Hi again folks,
GDOOLITTLE, yes, the used one for $35 is on the way. The gentleman responded to my question and said, "The tools are in great shape."
Again, thanks all for your comments and suggestions.
Best regards,
George
:tu:
I'm sure you won't regret it, the Vagabond is such a useful SAK :cheers: