Post by: lew on January 19, 2018, 03:12:16 AM
Printer in the box (and the extra toner cartridge that I didn't open):
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4665/27992312999_9b41d7976c_z_d.jpg)
Opened with the Rebar. Tried to use the can opener but it is too dull.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4607/38872018755_76ddd87acc_z_d.jpg)
USB extension in a clamshell package.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4698/39739161802_514b7f93c5_z_d.jpg)
Opened with the Rebar.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4675/38872047765_76fd15f4c6_z_d.jpg)
Sorry, no action shots. I didn't want to ask my client to take pictures while I was charging him.
I have to admit I doubt I'll make it through 30 days, but so far it has kept my SAK out of my pocket. If I do make it, you're in for some boring stuff!
Post by: Nix on January 19, 2018, 04:19:44 AM
I'm in the middle of a Swiss Spirit challenge right now and....I confess....I sort of miss the Rebar and definitely miss a SAK in my pocket. Old habits are hard to change!
I would think that in your career field you might find the Bit Driver a huge asset with the Rebar:
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Slips onto the Phillips driver and lets you use a myriad different bits. I got one during my challenge (Thanks, Poncho!) and love it.
Hang in there and don't worry if it gets a little dull at times, every challenge has those moments. We'll be pulling for you! :tu:
Post by: Nix on January 19, 2018, 04:21:10 AM
Post by: Glockfan on January 19, 2018, 04:33:34 AM
Post by: Obi1shinobee on January 19, 2018, 10:54:05 AM
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on January 19, 2018, 10:59:06 AM
:popcorn:
Post by: Poncho65 on January 19, 2018, 11:59:10 AM
Post by: LoopCutter on January 19, 2018, 05:50:52 PM
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Post by: ThePeacent on January 19, 2018, 07:29:44 PM
Good start, and enjoy it! :salute:
We'll do :D
Post by: ThundahBeagle on January 19, 2018, 08:32:16 PM
I bought a Rebar with leather sheath back in the middle of September and have been belt carrying it near daily ever since. Prior to that, I'd been carrying a SURGE!!! all summer. I, too started out as a Swiss Army Knife guy, and still carry the Super Tinker I bought when I finished high school (30 years ago)
Because I also carry a Leatheman Micra on my keychain, I now rarely have a need for my Super Tinker at awl.
Also working in IT, I find that the can opener or awl are sufficient for cutting tape that seals most boxes. Sometimes I am lazy and use the little nubs on the plyer end of the unopened Rebar nd that works fine. I happen to have it on good authority that the serrated knife will cut your finger all the way to the bone and not draw blood until you look at what you've just done for a few seconds.
The blade and tool locks are a big plus. I think you could leave your SAK at home and do OK
Post by: SteveC on January 19, 2018, 08:50:40 PM
Post by: ThundahBeagle on January 19, 2018, 09:14:20 PM
Since the sheath are no longer fit to the tool the way they used to be, those older style lanyard loops that were outside the tool attached via the knurled screws would be fine.
Post by: lew on January 19, 2018, 11:42:48 PM
Here's Day 2:
Used the file to transfer some eggs into a pan of boiling water for poaching.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4717/39786227451_a00c46fd35_z_d.jpg)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4744/24915881087_c520c89f87_z_d.jpg)
Cut open some packages from Amazon.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4700/39786276331_9779397cb0_z_d.jpg)
All day I'm asking myself, "Can I do that with the Rebar?"
Post by: ThundahBeagle on January 19, 2018, 11:51:39 PM
All day I'm asking myself, "Can I do that with the Rebar?"
...And the answer is yes.
Right. I try to never use a knife blade on tape. Sometimes maybe the little knife of a SAK, or if I'm in a hurry and have no scissors.
Except for scissors, I find the Rebar up for almost anything reasonable.
Post by: SteveC on January 20, 2018, 01:46:40 AM
Admittedly, though, I would love to get rid of those little lanyard ring and replace it with the box cutter from the Wingman. That thing cuts plastic packaging like butter.
Since the sheath are no longer fit to the tool the way they used to be, those older style lanyard loops that were outside the tool attached via the knurled screws would be fine.
You can turn the can opener into a package opener pretty easily :tu:
https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,74693.msg1586916.html#msg1586916
Post by: Nix on January 20, 2018, 02:09:20 AM
Post by: Poncho65 on January 20, 2018, 03:35:52 AM
Unless... I use my Rebar and I did the same mod Steve did to his :cheers: :like:
Post by: ThundahBeagle on January 20, 2018, 03:37:58 AM
Admittedly, though, I would love to get rid of those little lanyard ring and replace it with the box cutter from the Wingman. That thing cuts plastic packaging like butter.
Since the sheath are no longer fit to the tool the way they used to be, those older style lanyard loops that were outside the tool attached via the knurled screws would be fine.
You can turn the can opener into a package opener pretty easily :tu:
https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,74693.msg1586916.html#msg1586916
But will it still behave as a can opener? I happen to like and use it for its intended purpose
Post by: Poncho65 on January 20, 2018, 04:33:33 AM
Admittedly, though, I would love to get rid of those little lanyard ring and replace it with the box cutter from the Wingman. That thing cuts plastic packaging like butter.
Since the sheath are no longer fit to the tool the way they used to be, those older style lanyard loops that were outside the tool attached via the knurled screws would be fine.
You can turn the can opener into a package opener pretty easily :tu:
https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,74693.msg1586916.html#msg1586916
But will it still behave as a can opener? I happen to like and use it for its intended purpose
Mine does as I only sharpened it on the angle that was already there :salute: It will dull some after opening a can I am sure but since I never use it for that I don't have any experience of it dulling :D
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 20, 2018, 01:12:01 PM
Post by: lew on January 21, 2018, 04:27:21 AM
Turned it over and discovered a loose screw.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4632/25913929418_277fbc2367_z_d.jpg)
Tightened it with the Rebar.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4701/24915933367_c30e02a662_z_d.jpg)
Whew! My 3-day Challenge is over! That was tough.
Post by: Poncho65 on January 21, 2018, 04:37:35 AM
Great pics and use :tu: :like:
Post by: Nix on January 21, 2018, 04:38:50 AM
:cheers:
Post by: ThePeacent on January 21, 2018, 04:02:15 PM
Good stuff! :tu:
Post by: lew on January 21, 2018, 10:45:59 PM
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Have to say I was disappointed. The opener seems too small and I had a hard time getting it under the lip of the cap. Anybody else have this problem? My Supertool and all my SAKs do a great job. I'll have to practice a lot in the second half and the next game. :cheers:
Post by: Nix on January 21, 2018, 10:56:23 PM
(I don't recall a problem with the Rebar cap lifter, but with the Spirit cap lifter I usually end up making two 'lifts' to get the cap off. Not sure why. )
Post by: LoopCutter on January 22, 2018, 01:23:11 AM
I have same trouble with SAK Vagabond’s cap lifter.
The can opener on the Rebar does work for opening cans.
Hope your team wins, have a beer for each score!!!
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Post by: ThundahBeagle on January 22, 2018, 07:38:45 AM
Day 4: Watching the playoff game and decided to open a beer. Could have twisted it off or used my SAK, but this is a Rebar Challenge so I used its can/bottle opener.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4719/38924762775_f7368d05ec_z_d.jpg)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4708/39114058494_3453195c2f_z_d.jpg)
Have to say I was disappointed. The opener seems too small and I had a hard time getting it under the lip of the cap. Anybody else have this problem? My Supertool and all my SAKs do a great job. I'll have to practice a lot in the second half and the next game. :cheers:
This is a failing common to every single Leatherman bottle opener I have ever handled. Victorinox bottle openers are far superior, as they catch the edge of the cap immediately. Leatherman has to be set on there just right, and you must lift with your elbow, as opposed to flicking your wrist.
Yay, Patriots!!
G.O.A.T.!!!!
Sorry. 7 + hours later and I'm still up from the game (I'm in New England)
Post by: lew on January 22, 2018, 03:33:37 PM
My Supertool opener is larger and seems to work better. Agree that Victorinox openers are superior.Day 4: Watching the playoff game and decided to open a beer. Could have twisted it off or used my SAK, but this is a Rebar Challenge so I used its can/bottle opener.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4719/38924762775_f7368d05ec_z_d.jpg)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4708/39114058494_3453195c2f_z_d.jpg)
Have to say I was disappointed. The opener seems too small and I had a hard time getting it under the lip of the cap. Anybody else have this problem? My Supertool and all my SAKs do a great job. I'll have to practice a lot in the second half and the next game. :cheers:
This is a failing common to every single Leatherman bottle opener I have ever handled. Victorinox bottle openers are far superior, as they catch the edge of the cap immediately. Leatherman has to be set on there just right, and you must lift with your elbow, as opposed to flicking your wrist.
Yay, Patriots!!
G.O.A.T.!!!!
Sorry. 7 + hours later and I'm still up from the game (I'm in New England)
Post by: ThundahBeagle on January 22, 2018, 05:52:42 PM
Meanwhile, my SAKs, no matter how many layers, work smoothly and with little to no thought needed.
Post by: lew on January 22, 2018, 11:21:37 PM
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Had to use the Rebar opened as it can't cut flush to a surface while closed. Very comforable and stead using the knife this way. The blade was a little short for the job, but it got it done.
Post by: Poncho65 on January 22, 2018, 11:42:42 PM
Post by: Nix on January 23, 2018, 04:34:51 AM
Post by: SteveC on January 23, 2018, 05:40:58 AM
Post by: lew on January 24, 2018, 01:23:03 AM
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4699/25991007208_ebb9f09505_z_d.jpg)
Batching it tonight so I decided on soup & sandwich. Had to cut the tape on the lettuce.
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After dinner, I had to put the lettuce away but it wouldn't fit in the bag whole. Had to cut it in half.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4743/39832165482_a54811e926_z_d.jpg)
Didn't take a picture of the perfectly halved lettuce head, but it did fit in the bag.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4702/39832173032_bda53f2d7f_z_d.jpg)
Post by: Nix on January 24, 2018, 01:27:10 AM
Post by: lew on January 24, 2018, 01:40:30 AM
Post by: Glockfan on January 24, 2018, 01:48:12 AM
:like:
Post by: ThePeacent on January 24, 2018, 01:45:32 PM
so far so good! :cheers:
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 24, 2018, 01:55:30 PM
Post by: lew on January 25, 2018, 01:14:50 AM
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Today was a rough day, so I deserved some Makers on the rocks. Unfortunately, the plastic sealer that came on the bottle opened to a sharp point on the top, digging into my hand whenever I open the bottle.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4648/39171924024_849f3b0f63_z_d.jpg)
I would usually let it go, but this is a Rebar Challenge. Rebar took care of it.
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(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4603/39171930884_3c142dba8f_z_d.jpg)
BTW, I'm carrying the Work Champ in a Nite Ize Tool Holster Stretch and put the Rebar in my pocket just to see what it's like carrying such a big, heavy tool. I am NOT using it (the Work Champ). This doesn't violate the Challenge, does it?
Post by: SteveC on January 25, 2018, 01:16:00 AM
Post by: Nix on January 25, 2018, 01:58:22 AM
I like the diverse tasks you are using the Rebar to accomplish. And it's amazing how many tasks suddenly seem to have a multitool solution. Of course, when all I have is a hammer, everything starts to look like a nail.....
Carry the Champ, use the Rebar! :tu:
Post by: Glockfan on January 25, 2018, 05:06:22 AM
Day 7: Delivery came from Amazon; It was my Work Champ! I was so excited to open it that I tore the cardboard right off the opening strip. Rebar to the rescue.
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(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4612/39882999281_e102cbdc30_z_d.jpg)
Today was a rough day, so I deserved some Makers on the rocks. Unfortunately, the plastic sealer that came on the bottle opened to a sharp point on the top, digging into my hand whenever I open the bottle.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4648/39171924024_849f3b0f63_z_d.jpg)
I would usually let it go, but this is a Rebar Challenge. Rebar took care of it.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4619/39171927354_cb0b99fb2c_z_d.jpg)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4603/39171930884_3c142dba8f_z_d.jpg)
BTW, I'm carrying the Work Champ in a Nite Ize Tool Holster Stretch and put the Rebar in my pocket just to see what it's like carrying such a big, heavy tool. I am NOT using it (the Work Champ). This doesn't violate the Challenge, does it?
:like:
Post by: Poncho65 on January 25, 2018, 11:53:33 AM
Post by: lew on January 26, 2018, 12:51:27 AM
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4770/28117314989_c7d0a580d2_z_d.jpg)
Not much more for the Rebar. I cut up an onion when cooking dinner but used a chef knife instead.
Post by: Nix on January 26, 2018, 12:59:18 AM
BTW, yer rockin' this challenge! :cheers:
Post by: Glockfan on January 26, 2018, 02:13:28 AM
Post by: Poncho65 on January 26, 2018, 04:00:09 AM
Post by: lew on January 27, 2018, 04:56:29 AM
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(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4722/25048148087_e6bc92974b_z_d.jpg)
It was effortless. I tried to cut a few slices with my new Work Champ and it didn't do nearly as well. I really want to love the Work Champ but the Rebar is kicking ass. I find that a lot of uses for the Rebar blade require the tool to be open as in the second photo. It is surprisingly comfortable and stable using it this way.
Post by: Glockfan on January 27, 2018, 05:11:48 AM
Glad your enjoying the rebar! :like:
Post by: EZrider on January 27, 2018, 07:18:53 AM
Day 4: Watching the playoff game and decided to open a beer. Could have twisted it off or used my SAK, but this is a Rebar Challenge so I used its can/bottle opener.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4719/38924762775_f7368d05ec_z_d.jpg)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4708/39114058494_3453195c2f_z_d.jpg)
Have to say I was disappointed. The opener seems too small and I had a hard time getting it under the lip of the cap. Anybody else have this problem? My Supertool and all my SAKs do a great job. I'll have to practice a lot in the second half and the next game. :cheers:
Easy fix, leave the tool open as the closed “other half” interferes with the bottle.
Good luck with your challenge!
Post by: Nix on January 28, 2018, 12:06:13 AM
...the Rebar is kicking ass.
Yes, yes indeed. :cheers:
Post by: JustinCase on January 28, 2018, 01:43:24 AM
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Post by: lew on January 28, 2018, 02:22:13 AM
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Still liking the Rebar.
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 29, 2018, 02:11:09 AM
Post by: lew on January 29, 2018, 02:57:40 AM
Day 11: My wife's remote control battery quit working so I had to change it. Used the small screwdriver.
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(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4674/25085823287_3454a282ff_z_d.jpg)
Starting to think Rebar rather than SAK when I need a tool.
Post by: Nix on January 29, 2018, 03:46:49 AM
:tu:
Post by: Glockfan on January 29, 2018, 01:29:28 PM
I use it a lot too, but I'm usually not in a position to take a picture.
Day 11: My wife's remote control battery quit working so I had to change it. Used the small screwdriver.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4615/25085812177_5cc1c2044d_z_d.jpg)
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4674/25085823287_3454a282ff_z_d.jpg)
Starting to think Rebar rather than SAK when I need a tool.
:like:
Post by: LoopCutter on January 29, 2018, 08:31:03 PM
I too, am a Rebar user, have 3. Actually started with a ST300 and was told of its smaller model.
I like the tools and package size, often rides right back pocket opposite of wallet.
Scissor duty is covered by SAK original style Vagabond. ;)
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Post by: lew on January 29, 2018, 11:49:50 PM
Enjoy following your experiences and commentary.Thanks. My Rebar rides in a Raine Horizontal Knife Sheath that seems made for it. I don't even know it's there. I have an original SuperTool, and while it's a little lighter than the ST300, it's still considerably bigger and heavier than the Rebar.
I too, am a Rebar user, have 3. Actually started with a ST300 and was told of its smaller model.
I like the tools and package size, often rides right back pocket opposite of wallet.
Scissor duty is covered by SAK original style Vagabond. ;)
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Post by: lew on January 30, 2018, 03:13:26 AM
Post by: Nix on January 30, 2018, 03:14:44 AM
:cheers:
(And, yes, nice knife blade.)
Post by: LoopCutter on January 30, 2018, 03:41:41 AM
Always worry I will slip, remove a side of finger, create a gap between belly button and a nipple, gash my leg. So, I took Pedro’s advise and sharpened the can opener and use that as package opener. Works well for me since I am left handed, feel like better control.
Just took a few strokes with Wave’s diamond file.
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Post by: lew on January 30, 2018, 03:53:19 AM
I think yer good. Just post that snap when you can!Thanks.
:cheers:
(And, yes, nice knife blade.)
Post by: lew on January 30, 2018, 03:55:01 AM
The Rebar’s blade does slice hardy clam shell plastic like butter.I would just cut my finger off with the sharpened can opener. BTW, I'm left handed too.
Always worry I will slip, remove a side of finger, create a gap between belly button and a nipple, gash my leg. So, I took Pedro’s advise and sharpened the can opener and use that as package opener. Works well for me since I am left handed, feel like better control.
Just took a few strokes with Wave’s diamond file.
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Post by: LoopCutter on January 30, 2018, 04:06:02 AM
I would just cut my finger off with the sharpened can opener. BTW, I'm left handed too.
That is so cool, being left handed!
I having hard time visualizing cutting my self with Rebar can opener, maybe poking a digit on right hand, but not cutting or slicing;)
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Post by: lew on January 30, 2018, 05:00:12 AM
Being left handed in a right handed world is a PIA.I would just cut my finger off with the sharpened can opener. BTW, I'm left handed too.
That is so cool, being left handed!
I having hard time visualizing cutting my self with Rebar can opener, maybe poking a digit on right hand, but not cutting or slicing;)
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Post by: an0nemus on January 30, 2018, 02:34:40 PM
Being left handed in a right handed world is a PIA.I would just cut my finger off with the sharpened can opener. BTW, I'm left handed too.
That is so cool, being left handed!
I having hard time visualizing cutting my self with Rebar can opener, maybe poking a digit on right hand, but not cutting or slicing;)
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Im a lefty might self and just got my Rebar last Sunday. So how do you carry yours daily, in its original pouch?
Post by: LoopCutter on January 30, 2018, 03:52:00 PM
Depends on day and what I am doing or where I am working due to blade restrictions.
Im a lefty might self and just got my Rebar last Sunday. So how do you carry yours daily, in its original pouch?
I have a Rebar box sheath that is used for the most part. Also, a cheap nylon sheath that I belt wear for work that can carry my Rebar or my Wave, and it gets scratched up plenty as I work on concrete.
At home, I often carry in back right Jean pocket, as it balances my back side with wallet in left. Then it is either without sheath or in a flat LM nylon sheath.
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Post by: lew on January 30, 2018, 04:34:14 PM
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4763/39086734315_aa02231574_z_d.jpg)
Forgot to take the after picture, but the Rebar did an excellent job.
Post by: Nix on January 30, 2018, 04:40:40 PM
:tu:
Post by: lew on January 30, 2018, 04:46:00 PM
I carry mine in a Raine Horizontal Knife Sheath I got from Amazon. Don't even know I'm carrying it.Depends on day and what I am doing or where I am working due to blade restrictions.
Im a lefty might self and just got my Rebar last Sunday. So how do you carry yours daily, in its original pouch?
I have a Rebar box sheath that is used for the most part. Also, a cheap nylon sheath that I belt wear for work that can carry my Rebar or my Wave, and it gets scratched up plenty as I work on concrete.
At home, I often carry in back right Jean pocket, as it balances my back side with wallet in left. Then it is either without sheath or in a flat LM nylon sheath.
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Post by: lew on January 31, 2018, 04:41:32 AM
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4619/39996173401_2a3f26b2bd_z_d.jpg)
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My new Vic Work Champ had defective pliers (the jaws were missing teeth) and Amazon sent me a new one. While checking it out, I noticed that the mini screwdriver was screwed into the corkscrew so tightly that I couldn't remove it. Rebar to the rescue.
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Ironic that I used the Rebar to fix the Vic.
Post by: Nix on January 31, 2018, 05:24:14 AM
Post by: LoopCutter on January 31, 2018, 02:24:41 PM
I carry mine in a Raine Horizontal Knife Sheath I got from Amazon. Don't even know I'm carrying it.Do you have a picture of this, maybe on the belt.
This maybe a good option for me when I retire from this job!;)
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Post by: lew on January 31, 2018, 04:39:44 PM
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4687/38745832674_eb442de9a8_z_d.jpg)I carry mine in a Raine Horizontal Knife Sheath I got from Amazon. Don't even know I'm carrying it.Do you have a picture of this, maybe on the belt.
This maybe a good option for me when I retire from this job!;)
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(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4632/39973367132_6822e9141a_z_d.jpg)
Works with my original SuperTool also. ST300 may be too thick.
Post by: Nix on January 31, 2018, 04:58:49 PM
Post by: LoopCutter on January 31, 2018, 05:21:18 PM
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Post by: lew on February 01, 2018, 12:35:50 AM
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Pretty lame, but I DID use the Rebar today.
Post by: Nix on February 01, 2018, 12:51:29 AM
I found that the Rebar really began to grow on me after two weeks use. I'm normally a pocket-knife (read SAK) kinda guy, and I had my doubts about using just a multitool for a month. But after two weeks, the Rebar started to fill that pocket knife role....and more.
So, now that you are halfway finished the challenge, what are you impressions? :think:
Post by: lew on February 02, 2018, 12:41:20 AM
Had to get the pork tenderloin out of the wrap.
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Opened a can of corn.
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I may do a halfway done review later, but right now I have to eat.
Post by: Poncho65 on February 02, 2018, 01:19:58 AM
Post by: lew on February 03, 2018, 02:02:18 AM
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You can't see it, but in the 3rd picture, the "on" light is on.
My impressions at the halfway point:
I'm getting used to the Rebar. The other day, I needed some pliers and reflexively reached for it; first time I didn't have to think about using it. As far as the tools go, I have mixed feelings. I love the blades, can opener, all the screwdrivers, the awl, and the pliers. Haven't tried the saw, but I tested the file and the hole for your thumbnail gets in the way. Other than that, it works great, but I think it would have been better if there was just a notch. Don't like the bottle opener; I have to force myself not to reach for a SAK. All in all, it's a great tool and perfect when paired with a SAK.
Post by: Glockfan on February 03, 2018, 03:57:18 AM
Post by: Nix on February 03, 2018, 05:46:57 AM
Post by: ThePeacent on February 03, 2018, 12:14:55 PM
:tu:
Post by: lew on February 04, 2018, 03:46:35 AM
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Post by: Nix on February 04, 2018, 04:09:03 AM
These multitools really are handy! :tu:
Post by: Poncho65 on February 04, 2018, 05:43:06 AM
:nanadance: :nanadance:
Post by: zoidberg on February 04, 2018, 07:21:26 AM
Post by: lew on February 04, 2018, 08:36:13 PM
The Rebar with before and after picture hangers. The top one has been shaped with the pliers.
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The finished product.
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Pocket clip in action.
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Much less noticeable than the homemade belt clip.
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It works great! Hard to imagine the $12.00 P-7 working better, but it has already been shipped. I'll probably use it when it comes but it was fun making this one with the Rebar.
Post by: Nix on February 04, 2018, 08:41:58 PM
I may have to give that a try. :cheers:
Post by: LJUSMC on February 05, 2018, 08:45:52 AM
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Post by: Poncho65 on February 05, 2018, 11:56:58 AM
What exactly is the rebar challenge? I assume it’s to only use that one tool for 30 days?
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That and you have to take and post a pic everyday for those 30 days :salute:
Post by: Poncho65 on February 05, 2018, 11:57:49 AM
Post by: lew on February 06, 2018, 03:22:50 AM
Nice carry options Lew :cheers: :like: :like:Thanks!
Post by: lew on February 06, 2018, 03:24:37 AM
Very nice!Thanks. Got my P-7 today and I'm going to use it just because I paid for it, but I actually think the homemade version works better!
I may have to give that a try. :cheers:
Post by: lew on February 06, 2018, 03:35:16 AM
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I really like the P-7, but not $12 more than my homemade clip. Too late now.
Post by: an0nemus on February 06, 2018, 04:50:47 AM
Day 13: Bought some bubble mailers to send out free Vic knives; had to remove the plastic wrap.
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My new Vic Work Champ had defective pliers (the jaws were missing teeth) and Amazon sent me a new one. While checking it out, I noticed that the mini screwdriver was screwed into the corkscrew so tightly that I couldn't remove it. Rebar to the rescue.
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Ironic that I used the Rebar to fix the Vic.
Were you the guy who asked in the Swiss Army Collectors FB page about how to remove the miniscrewdriver from the corkscrew? :D
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Even though I dont use my Rebar much, it has been in my bag since I got it and feel confident having it nearby.
Post by: lew on February 06, 2018, 01:42:16 PM
No, I actually figured it out myself. Thanks for asking.Day 13: Bought some bubble mailers to send out free Vic knives; had to remove the plastic wrap.
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My new Vic Work Champ had defective pliers (the jaws were missing teeth) and Amazon sent me a new one. While checking it out, I noticed that the mini screwdriver was screwed into the corkscrew so tightly that I couldn't remove it. Rebar to the rescue.
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Ironic that I used the Rebar to fix the Vic.
Were you the guy who asked in the Swiss Army Collectors FB page about how to remove the miniscrewdriver from the corkscrew? :D
Post by: lew on February 07, 2018, 04:50:45 AM
Bent hands.
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Took off the brass nut holding the hands on, straightened the hands. and reattached the brass nut.
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Post by: Nix on February 07, 2018, 04:51:42 AM
Did Mrs lew notice? :whistle:
Post by: lew on February 07, 2018, 05:00:02 AM
Nice save, lew!Haven't told her yet. Should I? ???
Did Mrs lew notice? :whistle:
Post by: LoopCutter on February 07, 2018, 05:01:04 AM
No!Nice save, lew!Haven't told her yet. Should I? ???
Did Mrs lew notice? :whistle:
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Post by: lew on February 07, 2018, 05:04:02 AM
Thanks. If she finds out, I'll tell her YOU told me not to say anything!No!Nice save, lew!Haven't told her yet. Should I? ???
Did Mrs lew notice? :whistle:
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Post by: Nix on February 07, 2018, 05:12:00 AM
Post by: an0nemus on February 07, 2018, 08:46:16 AM
Post by: zoidberg on February 07, 2018, 08:59:07 AM
Post by: Poncho65 on February 07, 2018, 11:55:05 AM
Great fix :like:
Post by: LoopCutter on February 07, 2018, 12:51:30 PM
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Post by: lew on February 07, 2018, 06:18:53 PM
Wow, look at that BUS coming toward me!She noticed and boy is she mad. You guys are safe, though. I manned up and took the hit. Maybe I'll use the Rebar to break out of the doghouse.
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Post by: LoopCutter on February 07, 2018, 06:24:38 PM
All that training (42 yrs married), and mental preparation, oh man, till next time!
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Post by: Nix on February 07, 2018, 07:17:06 PM
I find a small box of chocolates works wonders. :pok:
Post by: lew on February 08, 2018, 04:08:25 AM
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Post by: sir_mike on February 08, 2018, 04:39:43 AM
Day 19: Got my TEC P-7 suspension clip today. Using the Rebar to measure different Sbiners to decide which one to use.
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I really like the P-7, but not $12 more than my homemade clip. Too late now.
You can basically get the same clip from an online place for less than $1 each.
Post by: Nix on February 08, 2018, 04:58:59 AM
Post by: lew on February 09, 2018, 04:07:16 AM
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For some reason I feel the Rebar is more comfortable this way when doing repetitive slicing tasks.
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Post by: LoopCutter on February 09, 2018, 04:28:50 AM
Day 22: Having squash and onions as part of my dinner tonight. Pics show cutting the squash; onion came later.I do as well. Extend the handle on my ST300 also.
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For some reason I feel the Rebar is more comfortable this way when doing repetitive slicing tasks.
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Extend the Serrated blade and you have weapon.
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Post by: Poncho65 on February 09, 2018, 12:13:14 PM
Day 22: Having squash and onions as part of my dinner tonight. Pics show cutting the squash; onion came later.I do as well. Extend the handle on my ST300 also.
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For some reason I feel the Rebar is more comfortable this way when doing repetitive slicing tasks.
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Extend the Serrated blade and you have weapon.
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That is also how I use the blade on the Rebar :tu: Great pics and uses lew :like: :like:
Post by: ThePeacent on February 09, 2018, 02:00:26 PM
Day 22: Having squash and onions as part of my dinner tonight. Pics show cutting the squash; onion came later.
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For some reason I feel the Rebar is more comfortable this way when doing repetitive slicing tasks.
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wowza! Never ever seen a yellow squash in person here, at any store. :o
Looks really weird, but awesome! :tu:
Post by: lew on February 10, 2018, 05:10:56 AM
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Oh, wait, this is a Rebar Challenge..... :o
Had pizza and it was too hot and the crust was droopy. Cut into pieces with the Rebar.
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Sorry about that. Friday night, a friend with expensive red wine, carrying a Rebar AND a Workmate. I was confused.
Post by: Nix on February 10, 2018, 05:18:36 AM
Post by: in_sympathy on February 10, 2018, 10:16:26 AM
Day 23: Enjoying a fine bottle of wine. Opened with the Workmate.
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Oh, wait, this is a Rebar Challenge..... :o
Had pizza and it was too hot and the crust was droopy. Cut into pieces with the Rebar.
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Sorry about that. Friday night, a friend with expensive red wine, carrying a Rebar AND a Workmate. I was confused.
https://youtu.be/ZYMd52D4QzY
Post by: Poncho65 on February 10, 2018, 11:56:38 AM
Post by: lew on February 10, 2018, 03:35:57 PM
Well the Rebar wasn't up to that task :ahhh :DRebar probably was, I wasn't. If I was stranded on a desert island and only had a bottle of wine and a Rebar, I think I could get it open.
Post by: lew on February 11, 2018, 12:22:36 AM
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Post by: Nix on February 11, 2018, 01:29:39 AM
(sorry 'bout that. ::))
Post by: Poncho65 on February 11, 2018, 03:53:11 PM
Well the Rebar wasn't up to that task :ahhh :DRebar probably was, I wasn't. If I was stranded on a desert island and only had a bottle of wine and a Rebar, I think I could get it open.
On a desert island I could make a lot more work with the Rebar :D :tu:
Post by: Poncho65 on February 11, 2018, 03:53:28 PM
Eggcellent!
(sorry 'bout that. ::))
+1 and :rofl:
Post by: lew on February 12, 2018, 03:10:02 AM
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Just took a picture of the first box.
Post by: lew on February 12, 2018, 02:57:58 PM
Day 25: Went to the dump, wife filled up the truck with empty boxes. Used Rebar to cut them up so we had more room.Just noticed the Rebar isnt in the picture from yesterday. Am I disqualified?
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Just took a picture of the first box.
Post by: Nix on February 12, 2018, 03:00:12 PM
But to play it safe, you might want to photoshop the Rebar into one of the pictures..... :whistle: Who would ever know?
Post by: LoopCutter on February 12, 2018, 05:06:08 PM
I see it!!!! That plastic lid on top of your Rebar as the pic was snapped. ;)Day 25: Went to the dump, wife filled up the truck with empty boxes. Used Rebar to cut them up so we had more room.Just noticed the Rebar isnt in the picture from yesterday. Am I disqualified?
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Just took a picture of the first box.
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Post by: Poncho65 on February 12, 2018, 07:57:14 PM
Post by: lew on February 13, 2018, 03:53:55 AM
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Post by: Nix on February 13, 2018, 05:03:21 AM
Post by: in_sympathy on February 13, 2018, 08:53:41 AM
Day 26: Making dinner with the Rebar: Pork tenderloin on the grill, steamed vegetables. Didn't take pic of the pork.
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No [pik] - no [pɔːk]
Post by: lew on February 14, 2018, 01:57:36 AM
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Crap! Just some hair stuff for her. >:(
Post by: Nix on February 14, 2018, 03:42:28 AM
At least the Rebar was there when you needed it. :cheers:
Post by: lew on February 14, 2018, 04:00:30 AM
Post by: Obi1shinobee on February 14, 2018, 04:15:02 AM
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on February 14, 2018, 08:40:19 AM
Post by: Poncho65 on February 14, 2018, 12:00:05 PM
Post by: lew on February 15, 2018, 03:12:10 AM
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Post by: Nix on February 15, 2018, 05:39:50 AM
Well done, Rebar. Again.
Post by: Don Pablo on February 15, 2018, 10:53:33 AM
Let’s hope that the american imperial system dies soon, along with that silly Fahrenheit. :whistle:
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on February 15, 2018, 11:02:25 AM
:like:Yup. It's ... strange :think:... to see such a revolutionary country (successfully breaking free from British oppression and all, back in the day) still clinging to outmoded and incongruous units of measure...
Let’s hope that the american imperial system dies soon, along with that silly Fahrenheit. :whistle:
(Oops - I'm blacklisted now :D)
Post by: Poncho65 on February 15, 2018, 12:01:14 PM
Post by: Poncho65 on February 15, 2018, 12:02:03 PM
Post by: lew on February 15, 2018, 10:07:36 PM
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Post by: Nix on February 15, 2018, 10:28:42 PM
Rebar taking care of business, again. :tu:
Post by: Poncho65 on February 16, 2018, 03:30:20 AM
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 16, 2018, 12:37:16 PM
The Rebar is so nice. Instant classic. :dd:
Post by: LoopCutter on February 16, 2018, 03:56:05 PM
Just to think that just over month ago, the Rebar was new, you were wondering how it would measure up to your trusted SAK.
Thank you for sharing this journey, well done.
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Post by: Poncho65 on February 16, 2018, 05:20:42 PM
Post by: SteveC on February 16, 2018, 09:40:48 PM
1 more day :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :cheers: :like:
Nicely done !
Post by: lew on February 16, 2018, 10:54:49 PM
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Only one slice as I'm the only one who puts onions on my burgers.
My opinion of the Rebar after 30 days? I like the size/weight and the way it fits perfectly in the belt sheath I got for it; I don't notice it a bit, and when I take it out, it feels like it was made for my hands. Having all the tools inside the handle made it a little awkward at first to deploy them, but after 30 days, I prefer this design, and I can get them out as fast as my SAKs. I love the pliers, cutters, blade, screwdrivers, and can opener. I like that all the tools lock. I prefer the Rebar screwdrivers to the SAKs because the unpolished finish seems to get a better grip. As for the can opener, it's great for cans but not so great for bottles. It works, but you have to work at it. I don't like the thumb hole in the file. One of the tests I did was file the head of a nail with the Rebar, Mountaineer, and Workchamp. The file works great, but the nail head kept falling into the thumb hole; not a great design. As I said, I love the blade but wish is was a little bigger. I didn't use the saw or the sheepsfoot blade but I'm sure they work fine.
Conclusion: This thing has earned a place on my belt. I know it's not the glamor boy in the Leatherman line, but I prefer the old school design of the Rebar and ST 300. I'm going to carry it and my Workchamp for a while and see if they are a good fit. As I said in another thread, I should have gotten the Outrider as the file, pliers, and #2 Phillips on the Workchamp are redundant if I am going to carry both. If I didn't "need" a larger blade, a small Phillips, scissors, tweezers, and a toothpick, the Rebar would be the only tool I would carry.
I'm glad I took the Challenge. I was programmed to reach for my SAK when I needed tool. For example, need to tighten a Phillips head screw? Get the SAK and use the can opener. Now, I'm comfortable with the Rebar options. Need to measure a metric screw? Get out the Rebar. Pliers? Rebar. I would recommend the Rebar to anyone who is looking for a great multitool and isn't dazzled by one hand opening blades on the outside.
Post by: Nix on February 16, 2018, 11:03:28 PM
Well done! A great challenge, done well. :tu:
The REBAR became my favorite multitool after doing this challenge. Easy to carry and hugely capable, it shot right to the top of my favorites list. I'm really glad you undertook this challenge and developed a new option in the multitool armory.
:clap:
Post by: LoopCutter on February 17, 2018, 02:44:17 AM
I know you had reservations has you felt you were always going reach for your SAK first, and afraid the Rebar would be the stepchild in your selection for carry. So glad you accepted the challenge and saw it to completio
I had taken a ST300 challenge first when learned there was a smaller version. Now have 3 Rebars to choose from. Add my 58mm Vagabond, scissors are there, or with my Micra.
Great job completed!
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Post by: sir_mike on February 17, 2018, 04:15:34 AM
The Rebar IMO is a very underrated MT. You cannot beat the price and its size vs the tool set and build quality on it!
Now if they just made a pocket clip for it like the Kick had, it would be great!
Post by: zoidberg on February 17, 2018, 09:29:48 AM
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Post by: Poncho65 on February 17, 2018, 12:01:08 PM
Post by: an0nemus on February 17, 2018, 02:28:09 PM
Post by: LoopCutter on February 17, 2018, 02:36:59 PM
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Post by: SteveC on February 17, 2018, 02:57:37 PM
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on February 17, 2018, 03:29:35 PM
Great challenge and thread ! Congrats on your badge :cheers:+1!
Post by: ThePeacent on February 18, 2018, 04:14:24 PM
congrats on your badge too!! :salute:
Post by: lew on February 18, 2018, 05:38:10 PM