Post by: ReamerPunch on January 30, 2021, 11:45:53 AM
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All those pictures, mods, challenges, reviews. It turns out we were wrong. Fixed blades, folding knives, Swiss Army Knives, multi-tools, we had no reason to carry them after all. So, let us uphold the law for 30 days. Let's face everyday tasks bladeless, and make the Mayor of London proud. :salute:
Rules (or rather, laws)
-Post a picture of your tool every day, for 30 consecutive days.
-If your tool happens to have a blade, avoid using it as much as possible.
-If you absolutely have to use a blade, you will receive a penalty point. The member with the most penalty points will have disappointed the Mayor of London the most.
(https://i.imgur.com/F8edCOu.png)
What we can and cannot carry
We can carry any sort of tool that includes implements other than blades: SAKs, multi-tools, knife-based multi-tools, traditional folders, camp tools, etc.
I will not tell you not to carry any fixed blades, folding knives, box-cutters, hatchets etc that you may need for your work/hobbies, but this is meant to be a challenge, and as such, if you do have to carry something, and no other tool will do the job, then confess to us, and you may not feel the full force of the law.
When
April/September 2021. Whichever works better. I am open to other months, but I would like to join already planned challenges for 2021 and I only have April and September free.
So, are you tough enough? :pok:
1. ReamerPunch
Post by: Sos24 on January 30, 2021, 12:10:26 PM
1. ReamerPunch
2. Sos24
Post by: pipedreams on January 30, 2021, 03:50:30 PM
1. ReamerPunch
2. Sos24
3. pipedreams
I vote April because I’m pumped for this challenge.
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 01, 2021, 11:18:43 AM
How about this in April, and in September we do the TSA Challenge! :rofl:
Post by: Don Pablo on February 01, 2021, 01:17:28 PM
April it is then! Let's do this! :like:I volunteer to be the TSA agent!
How about this in April, and in September we do the TSA Challenge! :rofl:
Post by: pipedreams on February 01, 2021, 02:02:44 PM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 01, 2021, 03:09:08 PM
Post by: Etherealicer on February 01, 2021, 03:53:00 PM
No blade? THAT'S a real challenge!Yes, that is really though. I mean scissors can substitute for some tasks... but try cutting an apple with scissors :ahhh
Post by: pipedreams on February 01, 2021, 04:10:00 PM
Post by: Antti Lammi on February 01, 2021, 04:50:13 PM
Only Tools Matters
Post by: Nix on February 01, 2021, 06:26:04 PM
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 02, 2021, 10:03:06 AM
Post by: ThundahBeagle on February 03, 2021, 01:22:44 AM
I would absolutly disappoint Mayor on this challenge, on daily i use blade really much on work so i would not join this challenge :)
Only Tools Matters
I wrote a reply yesterday, and then deleted it. Here goes. Mods, if this is too political, I apologize, but would absolutely disappoint the Mayor of London as well. In New England, it's an insult to call someone "Guv'nah" (Governor in our accent). Kind of like telling someone to "have a GREAT day" whe. You really mean for them to go f^)k themselves.
Not to get political, but since it has ready been alluded to, I cant join a challenge that supports making people accustomed and comfortable with being subjugated in this way.
REAMERPUNCH, no reflection on YOU, good, sir, but I sit this out on principle, though I realize my actions will have no outcome in London.
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 03, 2021, 01:28:31 AM
I wrote a reply yesterday, and then deleted it. Here goes. Mods, if this is too political, I apologize, but would absolutely disappoint the Mayor of London as well. In New England, it's an insult to call someone "Guv'nah" (Governor in our accent). Kind of like telling someone to "have a GREAT day" whe. You really mean for them to go f^)k themselves.
Not to get political, but since it has ready been alluded to, I cant join a challenge that supports making people accustomed and comfortable with being subjugated in this way.
REAMERPUNCH, no reflection on YOU, good, sir, but I sit this out on principle, though I realize my actions will have no outcome in London.
Point taken.
I was thinking of a challenge that would be more than just using a specific tool or SAK range etc. A month of avoiding using blades seemed quite interesting and challenging. I only named it the "Mayor of London Challenge" ironically. I obviously do not support his thoughts. Australian laws also require a "reasonable excuse" for carrying blades, and I am technically breaking the law by not having one.
If the name is a problem, we can rename the challenge to something else.
Post by: Nix on February 03, 2021, 01:45:30 AM
I can't join a challenge that supports making people accustomed and comfortable with being subjugated in this way.
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Post by: enki_ck on February 03, 2021, 02:21:45 AM
England/London isn't the only place with similar laws. As RP said, downunder folks have similar laws, as do a few EU countries, and some US states as well. So let's not turn this into one country / city laws bashing and rather concentrate on the challenge at hand. Heck, look at it as something similar to a month without pliers and how to manage without them. Going bladeless for a month. And report how you survived ;)
And thanks guys for keeping it tool oriented till now. :tu:
Post by: pipedreams on February 03, 2021, 02:52:00 AM
Post by: Sos24 on February 03, 2021, 04:29:41 AM
Post by: Antti Lammi on February 03, 2021, 08:13:24 AM
If you use blades for work, that's a reasonable excuse, so carrying a knife is justified and legal, and perfectly welcomed to take pictures of for the challenge. It would not disappoint the Mayor of London.Then i could join for this challenge, it wont be easy and gives actual challenge to not to use blades
Only Tools Matters
Post by: Antti Lammi on February 03, 2021, 08:15:00 AM
2. Sos24
3. pipedreams
4. Antti Lammi
Only Tools Matters
Post by: ThundahBeagle on February 03, 2021, 08:29:24 AM
Point taken.
I was thinking of a challenge that would be more than just using a specific tool or SAK range etc. A month of avoiding using blades seemed quite interesting and challenging. I only named it the "Mayor of London Challenge" ironically. I obviously do not support his thoughts. Australian laws also require a "reasonable excuse" for carrying blades, and I am technically breaking the law by not having one.
If the name is a problem, we can rename the challenge to something else.
By no means, sir, should you feel I am asking that. Sorry if you got that vibe. We could theoretically find ourselves without a blade due to unexpected explosions, house fire, tornado or any natural or man made disaster. I suppose it's good to see what we can do without sometimes.
Post by: ThundahBeagle on February 03, 2021, 08:39:23 AM
Yes, this thread is close to going political but still relevant to the forum's main topic so please let's keep the politics out of it and try keeping it tool related.
England/London isn't the only place with similar laws. As RP said, downunder folks have similar laws, as do a few EU countries, and some US states as well. So let's not turn this into one country / city laws bashing and rather concentrate on the challenge at hand. Heck, look at it as something similar to a month without pliers and how to manage without them. Going bladeless for a month. And report how you survived ;)
And thanks guys for keeping it tool oriented till now. :tu:
Realizing I've scuttled 'round the rim of the bowl of politics there, Enki. Point taken. I felt I was sort of within bounds since there have actually been discussions regarding, for example, the Canadian
ban on the import of blades, and how folks thought that was unfair the way border patrol handled all that. Not purely politics, but seemed politics as relating to our toys might be reasonable.
Apologies. Thank you for the wiggle room and the reminder. There'll be no more about it from me here, sir.
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 09, 2021, 12:56:27 AM
What counts as a blade?
Are scissors blades? Package openers? Woodsaws? Reamerpunches?
I was thinking we could avoid using blades, and use other sharps freely. :salute:
Any GB members that would care to join? Hell, you do this challenge everyday. :pok:
Also I took a shot at the badge.
We could have the "30" above or below the sign, but then the knife would not look like a knife anymore.
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 09, 2021, 01:05:34 AM
Post by: pipedreams on February 09, 2021, 01:50:12 AM
Post by: Valkie on February 09, 2021, 02:59:34 AM
How does he eat his steak......Or is he a vegan??????
If he needs an operation, it will be interesting for the doctor,
" guess we will just have to tear him open with our bare hands guys"
Nutcases like this moron just don't get It.
One or two people in a thousand use their knifes as weapons and instantly all knives are bad.
If he ever gets a say on vehicles , will he ban all cars because of a couple of Dangerious drivers?
I'm 62 years old
Never used a knife as a weapon, other than in martial arts training.
Carried all my life.
Could, if I so wished, use a knife as a weapon very effectively.
But prefer simply to use my hands or boe staff.
Perhaps he is simply a cowardly little weakling who is scared of everything.
Most of these morons are.
Australia is full of them.
Post by: Don Pablo on February 09, 2021, 03:08:50 PM
If he is that frightened of blades.
How does he eat his steak......Or is he a vegan??????
Do you EDC steak knives?
If he needs an operation, it will be interesting for the doctor,
" guess we will just have to tear him open with our bare hands guys"
Do doctors EDC scalpels?
Nutcases like this moron just don't get It.
One or two people in a thousand use their knifes as weapons and instantly all knives are bad.
What if those 1000 people are all in one building?
If he ever gets a say on vehicles , will he ban all cars because of a couple of Dangerious drivers?
They're slowly banning cars from London. :D
I'm 62 years old
Never used a knife as a weapon, other than in martial arts training.
Carried all my life.
Could, if I so wished, use a knife as a weapon very effectively.
But prefer simply to use my hands or boe staff.
:tu:
Perhaps he is simply a cowardly little weakling who is scared of everything.
:dunno:
Most of these morons are.
Australia is full of them.
:drink:
In any case, ReamerpPunch didn't make this thread for bashing him. It's just a light-hearted challenge to see how much we actually use our blades when we're out and about. :salute:
And I want to join. :D
But if I'm still locked in my house when it happens, my posts are going to be boring. ::)
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 09, 2021, 03:18:21 PM
In any case, ReamerpPunch didn't make this thread for bashing him. It's just a light-hearted challenge to see how much we actually use our blades when we're out and about. :salute:
And I want to join. :D
But if I'm still locked in my house when it happens, my posts are going to be boring. ::)
Please join. :pok:
If we are to get a badge, we need as many people as we can. Also, the more we are, the less boring it'll be. :cheers:
I wanted to start a themed challenge. Going bladeless or almost bladeless for a month should be challenging enough. Ignore the silly challenge name. We can change it to something unfunny, boring, and inoffensive, like Bladeless April or something.
Post by: Don Pablo on February 09, 2021, 03:32:20 PM
Post by: Alan K. on February 10, 2021, 12:03:46 AM
:think: :dunno:
General Mattis had a somewhat different opinion than the Mayor of London.
Post by: pa_strunk on February 10, 2021, 01:46:53 AM
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 10, 2021, 05:04:12 AM
Is the goal of this challenge really to not use a blade for a month? Or, is the goal of the challenge to be the one who disappoints the Mayor of London the most? I am not trying to be funny, I'm really asking. If it is the latter I might join in. Also advising against April due to the Buck 110 challenge already scheduled.
:think: :dunno:
General Mattis had a somewhat different opinion than the Mayor of London.
This is a bladeless challenge. The goal is to go as bladeless as you can, substituting blades with other tools, like scissors, package openers, reamers, etc. You can still use blades if you have to and no other thing will do the job. Or if you need blades for work, or any other reasonable excuse, as the law in some countries puts it.
We're already four signed up for April. I think it'll be interesting to watch both challenges, one bladeless, and one with a knife, both happening simultaneously.
Post by: Sos24 on February 10, 2021, 05:09:47 AM
Is the goal of this challenge really to not use a blade for a month? Or, is the goal of the challenge to be the one who disappoints the Mayor of London the most? I am not trying to be funny, I'm really asking. If it is the latter I might join in. Also advising against April due to the Buck 110 challenge already scheduled.I’m closer to MadDog in philosophy. But still interested in this challenge.
:think: :dunno:
General Mattis had a somewhat different opinion than the Mayor of London.
I have a bladeless climber that I am interested in seeing how well it works. Depending on time, I may also try to make a Yeoman, with 84mm file instead of blade. But you can be sure there will be at least a traditional in my pocket just in case.
Post by: GearedForwards on February 10, 2021, 06:01:14 AM
As for the tweet, his feelings are stupid and don't reflect the actual laws in the UK. You can carry an sub 3" blade that doesn't lock (like most non 111mm SAKs) and anything else you just need a reason to carry.
I abhor the sheeple culture that the anti-knife people are promoting, blaming societal issues on inanimate tools, but by-the-by, here's some UK guidance for you challengers since it was asked for:
-Scissors that you'd get on a multitool are okay
-Package openers like on the Rev and so on I'd say not in the spirit of things, it's just a particularly shaped blade
-A slightly ground combo tool would serve as a stand in and I think would be passable
As an example:
If I were to go somewhere where I wanted to be doubly sure I was beyond reproach (the general carry rule realistically is subject to the mood of the officer if it comes up), I'd carry my Leatherman Style PS.
Post by: styx on February 10, 2021, 08:04:18 AM
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Post by: Don Pablo on February 10, 2021, 09:37:53 AM
Post by: Alan K. on February 10, 2021, 10:54:45 AM
Post by: Pauldmmwc on February 11, 2021, 02:16:28 AM
I will join the challenge. I have a bladeless Rebar due any day soon so it should be easy.
fortunately here in NZ multitools with blades are ok .More dangerous looking knives are deemed offensive and will get Mr Plod grumpy with you especially if you do not look like a responsible MTo member.
1. ReamerPunch
2. Sos24
3. pipedreams
4. Antti Lammi
5. PaulDmmwc
:cheers:
Post by: pipedreams on February 11, 2021, 02:51:54 AM
Post by: Sos24 on February 11, 2021, 04:38:26 AM
HelloWelcome. It will be interesting to see your impressions. I have been going back-and-forth between the Bladeless Rebar and MP600. Even though I like the Rebar, I am leaning more towards the MP600, because the Rebar saw and awl will still cause a problem with our TSA. I would really like to find a Bladeless Fuse, but those are impossible to find.
I will join the challenge. I have a bladeless Rebar due any day soon so it should be easy.
fortunately here in NZ multitools with blades are ok .More dangerous looking knives are deemed offensive and will get Mr Plod grumpy with you especially if you do not look like a responsible MTo member.
1. ReamerPunch
2. Sos24
3. pipedreams
4. Antti Lammi
5. PaulDmmwc
:cheers:
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 11, 2021, 05:42:44 AM
Post by: pomsbz on February 11, 2021, 09:58:27 AM
Post by: dks on February 11, 2021, 11:56:54 AM
Post by: ElevenBlade on February 12, 2021, 01:09:50 AM
I've been thinking about some themed ideas, and i really think this is a good one... turn the Multitool idea right on its head. We've all (most of us anyway) bought in to the idea that a folder isn't adequate for the day to day things we do. I think it's interesting to take it a step farther - using scissors and package openers and awls where a knife would have worked.
I'm not going to say that I "have to" carry a knife with me all the time... indeed when I did the 111mm challenge, I didn't use the blade for much (because it was much too much). So can I get by without a knife... sure. I've got plenty of coworkers and a couple of friends that don't carry a knife.
The issue is... the challenge for me would be to come up with uses at this point in time. Between work and home, I don't need to do much of anything out of the ordinary these days. All my screws are tightened, and all my packages are opened. Besides that, I don't have a bladeless tool. I can get a lot done with a Micra these days, but I'd like to reserve that for a later challenge.
I would like to do a keychain tool challenge sometime.
I'd also like to do a combo edge challenge sometimes.
Anyway - I think this is a nice idea for a challenge on a number of challenging levels. There are many places besides London where there is some restriction on knives, and I think that this is distracting us a bit. I think if we can rename this to The Bladeless Multitool Challange, and focus on the challenge rather than the politics, we'll all be better for it. After awl, we like multitools for a reason, don't we?
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 12, 2021, 04:40:29 AM
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 12, 2021, 04:49:00 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/F8edCOu.png)
Let us challenge ourselves for 30 days. Let's face everyday tasks bladeless, and make ourselves proud. :salute:
Guidelines (and nothing more)
-Post a picture of your tool every day, for 30 consecutive days.
-If your tool happens to have a blade, avoid using it as much as possible.
-If you absolutely have to use a blade, you will face no repercussions. This is just for fun.
(https://i.imgur.com/imUSdyM.png)
What we can and cannot carry
Carry anything that will work and help with the challenge. A SAK with scissors, a multi-tool with a package opener, whatever.
If you need a blade/box cutter/hatchet for work or recreation, fine.
When
April 2021. Should go nicely along the Buck Challenge.
So, are you tough enough? :pok:
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2. Sos24
3. pipedreams
4. Antti Lammi
5. PaulDmmwc
Post by: pipedreams on February 12, 2021, 04:53:40 AM
Post by: Jothra on February 12, 2021, 05:18:05 AM
I mean, seriously — a challenge where you have to challenge yourself? Oh my sainted Aunt Agnes McGee!
1. ReamerPunch
2. Sos24
3. pipedreams
4. Antti Lammi
5. PaulDmmwc
6. Jothra
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 12, 2021, 05:24:31 AM
Post by: Jothra on February 13, 2021, 09:30:34 AM
yay, Jothra is here! :woohoo:
I've long maintained it's your brain that solves problems; a knife just speeds up implementation. It's time to put my money where my mouth is.
Post by: ElevenBlade on February 13, 2021, 01:40:27 PM
I've long maintained it's your brain that solves problems; a knife just speeds up implementation. It's time to put my money where my mouth is.
:iagree:
For a short while a couple of decades ago I carried trauma shears and nothing more. I figured I could use the nub on the end to pry and tighten screws. The whole affair was doable... But not ideal...
One in a while I see people who carry a regular pair of stainless scissors on their belt... And in the ultralight backpacking world, some people have taken to carrying a pair of children's arts & crafts scissors instead of a knife.
I agree... It's not the tool, but what's between the ears that counts.
Post by: pipedreams on February 13, 2021, 03:21:15 PM
Post by: ElevenBlade on February 13, 2021, 03:55:39 PM
I use shears at work fairly regularly...at least I did before COVID19. I have a pair of LM Raptors I have never used. Should be perfect for this.
I thought about that... I passed up a really good price on Raptors thinking I don't really need them... But now :rant:
Post by: Jothra on February 13, 2021, 04:45:15 PM
Post by: Jothra on February 13, 2021, 11:09:30 PM
Post by: theonew on February 14, 2021, 10:54:07 PM
Post by: ElevenBlade on February 14, 2021, 11:44:24 PM
You guys are going to starve to death :ahhh
I'm already starving. This past Friday at work I used a disposable plastic knife for my lunch instead of what I had in my pocket. :facepalm:
Post by: Jothra on February 15, 2021, 01:10:53 AM
Post by: pipedreams on February 28, 2021, 07:01:19 PM
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 13, 2021, 06:12:37 PM
This is getting close, so I am trying to decide on what to carry.
The Farmer X has been nice and it has killer scissors.
The Deluxe Tinker has the same scissors and also mini pliers.
The Rebar is a nice, compact option, full-size pliers, and I added a package opener and scissors.
The Roxon Phantom has monster scissors, but the nice blade would have to go unused.
The SuperRebar 300 is a nice option, if combined with a SAK or even dedicated scissors.
Decisions, decisions... :think:
Post by: pipedreams on March 13, 2021, 07:19:54 PM
Post by: Jothra on March 13, 2021, 08:46:56 PM
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 13, 2021, 08:48:26 PM
We said blade-less, not tool-less. :ahhh
Post by: Jothra on March 13, 2021, 09:00:28 PM
:ahhhTools are everywhere. I won't exactly be going without.
We said blade-less, not tool-less. :ahhh
Post by: Wessaen on March 16, 2021, 04:56:58 AM
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3. pipedreams
4. Antti Lammi
5. PaulDmmwc
6. Jothra
7. Wessaen
My workplace (hospital) is a bladeless zone even if I often "forget" that I have a bladed SAK in my pocket.
Should be a fun challenge as I have plenty of bladeless stuff to rotate though: Wenger AT, Clipper AT, LM Knifeless Fuse, Rebar and Style PS, several different Vic Jetsetters, a modded Tomo where I ground the blade off to get on airplanes unnoticed, and a modded Pioneer X where I removed the blade/awl layer and made a handy tool with just the scissor and opener layers.
-Wes.
Post by: pipedreams on March 16, 2021, 12:57:39 PM
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 16, 2021, 11:26:46 PM
Post by: Jim the Brave on March 17, 2021, 12:16:38 AM
Sorry, can't help, I've got a letter from my doctor saying I have to carry a pocket knife. :D
I've got a letter from mine saying, "Take seven of these" [with you all day]. He said other people need me to carry blades.
Post by: Jim the Brave on March 17, 2021, 12:17:44 AM
Post by: Jothra on March 17, 2021, 12:39:24 AM
Post by: Jim the Brave on March 17, 2021, 02:51:23 AM
"Sorry. Not sorry"? Really?
It's supposed to be funny.
Post by: Sos24 on March 21, 2021, 01:39:29 AM
Post by: ElevenBlade on March 21, 2021, 01:58:30 AM
Thanks to Poncho65 (for putting the mod together), I have decided on a tool for this challenge.
Wow, nice.... That tool looks like it's right up your alley.
Post by: Sos24 on March 21, 2021, 05:42:15 AM
Wow, nice.... That tool looks like it's right up your alley.I know. My favorite SAK model just with a file instead of a blade.
Post by: GearedForwards on March 21, 2021, 05:47:36 AM
Thanks to Poncho65 (for putting the mod together), I have decided on a tool for this challenge.
Fantastic mod that would pair well with a dedicated blade or plier based multi outside of the challenge too :tu:
Package opening grind on the combo tool?
Post by: Sos24 on March 21, 2021, 05:53:43 AM
Fantastic mod that would pair well with a dedicated blade or plier based multi outside of the challenge too :tu:I have done the grind on this combo tool yet, but it will have it.
Package opening grind on the combo tool?
The pairing with a blade is one thought I had, because I almost always have one on me in addition to my SAK or MT.
Post by: pipedreams on March 28, 2021, 06:26:18 PM
Post by: Poncho65 on March 29, 2021, 02:11:34 AM
Post by: Sos24 on March 29, 2021, 02:57:13 AM
It’s almost time to ditch those blades!Yes, it is. I’m getting excited to give my new bladeless SAK a run.
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 29, 2021, 11:29:41 AM
Post by: Antti Lammi on March 29, 2021, 01:17:26 PM
Only Tools Matters
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 31, 2021, 10:32:37 AM
Post by: Pauldmmwc on March 31, 2021, 09:56:09 PM
Day 1 here in NZ.
I bought a knifeless Rebar for my UK and Europe travels but have never opened the package because I can't go anywhere !!
Well I could go but it is very expensive and then when I get home it is a compulsory 2 weeks in quarantine compliments of the government.
Anyway this is my pic for day one. The Micra scissors to cut open the clamshell and set the Rebar free.
Should be a good month.
:cheers:
Post by: pipedreams on March 31, 2021, 10:18:41 PM
Post by: Antti Lammi on March 31, 2021, 11:32:06 PM
Hello TeamCool
Day 1 here in NZ.
I bought a knifeless Rebar for my UK and Europe travels but have never opened the package because I can't go anywhere !!
Well I could go but it is very expensive and then when I get home it is a compulsory 2 weeks in quarantine compliments of the government.
Anyway this is my pic for day one. The Micra scissors to cut open the clamshell and set the Rebar free.
Should be a good month.
:cheers:
Only Tools Matters
Post by: Antti Lammi on March 31, 2021, 11:35:42 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210331/e3b35f9b1837e34df3488ada0a0130fe.jpg)
Only Tools Matters
Post by: Sos24 on April 01, 2021, 12:08:49 AM
Hello TeamNice option and good reason to finally open.
Day 1 here in NZ.
I bought a knifeless Rebar for my UK and Europe travels but have never opened the package because I can't go anywhere !!
Well I could go but it is very expensive and then when I get home it is a compulsory 2 weeks in quarantine compliments of the government.
Anyway this is my pic for day one. The Micra scissors to cut open the clamshell and set the Rebar free.
Should be a good month.
:cheers:
Post by: ElevenBlade on April 01, 2021, 12:23:55 AM
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 01, 2021, 04:01:35 AM
I have a feeling scissors will carry many of us through this challenge. :cheers:
(https://i.imgur.com/5OCFd1X.jpg)
Post by: pipedreams on April 01, 2021, 05:07:37 AM
Post by: Sos24 on April 01, 2021, 06:21:29 AM
Day 1Scissors are one of my favorite tools on a SAK and I definitely think this challenge will make me appreciate them even more.
I have a feeling scissors will carry many of us through this challenge. :cheers:
(https://i.imgur.com/5OCFd1X.jpg)
Post by: Sos24 on April 01, 2021, 06:25:27 AM
I don't have any bladeless tools, so I won't be in on this with you all .. but I'll be on the sidelines cheering you on. :popcorn:I
ReamerPunch can correct me if I’m wrong, but I believe, because many people do not have a bladeless tool, carrying a tool with a knife is allowed, you just have to avoid using the actual blade.
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 01, 2021, 06:28:32 AM
ReamerPunch can correct me if I’m wrong, but I believe, because many people do not have a bladeless tool, carrying a tool with a knife is allowed, you just have to avoid using the actual blade.
True. Carry what you like, but for the sake of the challenge, avoid using the blade if possible.
Post by: Jothra on April 01, 2021, 08:40:06 AM
I mean, I've done this before. It's amazing how often the things you need are already under your nose (until you go off-grid, but that's not what we're talking about here.) This is especially true when you have home field advantage, and know where everything is.
Even so, most days I'll have a CRKT KERT (I will call it KERmiT, obviously) and a bike tool with me. Here's Kermit with my modified Park IB-11.
(https://i.imgur.com/RT6WW9i.jpg)
Discontinued and modified? wow!
I replaced the slot screwdriver on the IB-11 with 2mm and 2.5mm hex keys. Almost any part on either of my bicycles can be fixed with just 3-6mm keys (and one 8mm adapter for the crank bolts, I guess), but my bell and out-front computer mount both use 2.5mm for some bizarre reason.
I'm going to be honest — I think I'm going to find this very easy. That said, there's only one way to find out.
Post by: Poncho65 on April 01, 2021, 02:25:06 PM
I use a blade daily so this wouldn't be a feasible thing for me to do and beyond a challenge :ahhh
Good luck to all you brave souls :salute:
:D
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 01, 2021, 02:28:56 PM
Will be interesting to see what everyone does for the month :popcorn:I also used blade daily but since this was going to be challenge its lot harder when i dont have blade what to use.
I use a blade daily so this wouldn't be a feasible thing for me to do and beyond a challenge :ahhh
Good luck to all you brave souls :salute:
:D
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Post by: Antti Lammi on April 01, 2021, 02:31:40 PM
Used big inox scissors along with rebars saw to gather some willow branches for easter.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210401/77284727b9692c5ef833636dcaff65a7.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210401/5d0d3a6b6629503cc36054823ea74e1b.jpg)
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Post by: pipedreams on April 01, 2021, 05:13:34 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/UEUQWJz.jpg)
LM Raptor, opener layer only custom SAK, and my paracord ring of bladeless goodies* to start me out. I also have a LM N°2 along, but it was being borrowed at the time of the photo.
*Lumitop light, safety pin, Inka pen, Sliver Grippers, Brewzer, and Commando keychain precision screwdriver.
Post by: Explorer on April 01, 2021, 05:20:42 PM
opener layer only custom SAK
:drool: :tu:
That opener layer only custom is magnificent! :salute:
I’m also a fan of Lumitop lights
:cheers:
Post by: pipedreams on April 01, 2021, 06:23:35 PM
:drool: :tu:Thank you! :cheers:
That opener layer only custom is magnificent! :salute:
I’m also a fan of Lumitop lights
:cheers:
Post by: Jothra on April 01, 2021, 08:10:36 PM
I also used blade daily but since this was going to be challenge its lot harder when i dont have blade what to use.True fact! That's what makes it a challenge, rather than a regular fun play date.
Post by: pipedreams on April 01, 2021, 08:54:28 PM
True fact! That's what makes it a challenge, rather than a regular fun play date.Yes!
Post by: Don Pablo on April 01, 2021, 10:55:44 PM
1. ReamerPunch
2. Sos24
3. pipedreams
4. Antti Lammi
5. PaulDmmwc
6. Jothra
7. Don Pablo
DAY ONE
Had my ole reliable mod in my pocket. :tu:
(https://imgur.com/tuV2Q75.jpg)
Post by: Sos24 on April 02, 2021, 02:41:57 AM
The newly named YeoCho (Yeoman with file replacing blade made by Poncho) is the tool of choice. The combo tool helped by opening some boxes and the scissors opened a package of bullies
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210402/b587b7c0acc61e0ccffa32f719b3107e.jpg)
The inline phillips also saved the day by helping a stranger looking for a screwdriver.
Post by: Jothra on April 02, 2021, 03:44:41 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/MU5Vl2p.jpg)
The entire contents of my pocket today.
I didn't need KERmiT even one time today. I used the Park IB-11 to tweak my front derailleur. I finally have it dialled in just right.
I did need some scissors at work, but that place is lousy with scissors, so I just used a pair of those. I also needed a screwdriver to reattach the back of a chair. I used a 25-year-old no-name stainless multi-driver I keep in my satchel at work anyway.
(https://i.imgur.com/FHngVXM.jpg)
This screwdriver has seen some...uh...things.
Also pictured: the nail scissors I keep in my washroom at home. I'm 99% sure they came from a long lost Swisscard, and are kept closed when not in use by a plastic thing stolen from a locking S-Biner. I used them to trim a donked-up fingernail.
At home, I fixed and ate my dinner with normal human kitchen utensils, like a normal human would. I used my old Swing-A-Way can opener, which was already used when I got it for university 21 years ago, and still outperforms any multitool can opener on the planet.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 02, 2021, 06:46:10 AM
Who needs a blade ? Best use for any MT or what ?
:cheers:
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 02, 2021, 08:03:30 AM
No internet until further notice.
I sewed another loop on my wallet.
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 02, 2021, 01:02:11 PM
Used pliers today to tighten my little daughters training wheels.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210402/7a431feedb0e858cdef4ccfda11f3723.jpg)
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Post by: Poncho65 on April 02, 2021, 04:53:28 PM
Day 1
The newly named YeoCho (Yeoman with file replacing blade made by Poncho) is the tool of choice. The combo tool helped by opening some boxes and the scissors opened a package of bullies
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210402/b587b7c0acc61e0ccffa32f719b3107e.jpg)
The inline phillips also saved the day by helping a stranger looking for a screwdriver.
I have a SAK named after me !?!?! :sa:
I am flattered :woohoo: :hatsoff:
Post by: Poncho65 on April 02, 2021, 04:54:08 PM
Post by: Sos24 on April 02, 2021, 07:52:25 PM
I have a SAK named after me !?!?! :sa:Yes, you do. I asked for help naming it in a thread and YeoCho won.
I am flattered :woohoo: :hatsoff:
https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,87034.0.html
Post by: Poncho65 on April 02, 2021, 08:20:31 PM
Post by: pipedreams on April 02, 2021, 09:29:16 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/BjOB9TX.jpg)
Opening my Altoids with my custom opener layer SAK.
Post by: Sos24 on April 03, 2021, 02:36:41 AM
The YeoCho helped cut open a package of crackers and open a beer
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210403/8204fa52607ab49f87a5c3ac04d79689.jpg)
I did have my first need of a knife, but it was aplastic one, to cut a piece pecan coffee roll. I probably could have just ripped it or used the file, but prefer a knife for a clean cut.
Post by: Sos24 on April 03, 2021, 02:37:22 AM
Day 2Good use. That reminds me I need to replace my mints on my table.
(https://i.imgur.com/BjOB9TX.jpg)
Opening my Altoids with my custom opener layer SAK.
Hello day 2.Good tasting beer is always a good use
Who needs a blade ? Best use for any MT or what ?
:cheers:
Day 2.
No internet until further notice.
I sewed another loop on my wallet.
Nice little addition
Day 2 of 30Good use.
Used pliers today to tighten my little daughters training wheels.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210402/7a431feedb0e858cdef4ccfda11f3723.jpg)
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Post by: Jothra on April 03, 2021, 06:27:26 AM
KERmiT opened a glasses repair kit.
(https://i.imgur.com/iFbJ5jP.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/CSr7EtZ.jpg)
I know this is supposed to be a seatbelt cutter, but it's no shrinking violet.
A friend needed help taking apart a surprisingly complex bedframe, which was apparently assembled by a team of highly trained professionals who couldn't tell a screwdriver from a box of jalapeno poppers. Surprisingly, the bike tool did most of the work again (4mm hex tools are a furniture assembly standard.) KERmiT and my multi-driver also made appearances.
After dinner, a box of cookies tried to stay sealed, but KERmiT fought bravely.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: Jothra on April 03, 2021, 07:50:49 AM
I did have my first need of a knife, but it was aplastic one, to cut a piece pecan coffee roll. I probably could have just ripped it or used the file, but prefer a knife for a clean cut.I doubt regular kitchen hardware (plastic or not) will hurt anyone's feelings.
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 03, 2021, 07:52:28 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/BaUt2RJ.jpg)
Post by: Jothra on April 03, 2021, 07:56:31 AM
Day 3How many Swiss Army Knives does it take to replace a lightbulb?
(https://i.imgur.com/BaUt2RJ.jpg)
One, but you have to screw it in real tight.
Post by: Don Pablo on April 03, 2021, 07:36:48 PM
Day 3 PART ONE, FORGOT DAY 2 :facepalm:
(https://imgur.com/ydg9gXs.jpg)
A view of what tools my SAK has. :climber:
Day 3 PART TWO, ACTUAL DAY 3
(https://imgur.com/IZ8GBT4.jpg)
A tiny drop of glue to fix the scale gap you almost definitely saw in the previous photo. :facepalm:
Post by: Sos24 on April 03, 2021, 10:07:08 PM
That would be a red hot bulb. :ahhh
Day 3 PART ONE, FORGOT DAY 2 :facepalm:
(https://imgur.com/ydg9gXs.jpg)
A view of what tools my SAK has. :climber:
Day 3 PART TWO, ACTUAL DAY 3
(https://imgur.com/IZ8GBT4.jpg)
A tiny drop of glue to fix the scale gap you almost definitely saw in the previous photo. :facepalm:
Nice toolset.
Gorilla glue to the rescue.
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 03, 2021, 11:18:51 PM
No real use today for my bladeless Rebar but still some fidgeting around with it
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210403/d011c441b0565672af6ab67e7f957d95.jpg)
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Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 04, 2021, 12:21:36 AM
Not too much of a challenge for a glamor pic.
Lovely day on the beach for a knifeless rebar. . :cheers:
Post by: Sos24 on April 04, 2021, 02:12:24 AM
I used the YeoCho’s combo tool to open up a bottle of fuel to fill my peanut lighter. I also used the combo tool (with slightly sharpened corner to open a box.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210404/e0bc31a1e370e61ee1f760b06507ae37.jpg)
My ice cream was getting low in the container and I usually cut the top half off to make it easier to eat. The file worked, although not as easy or pretty as the blade usually does.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210404/2b65ffc711d29dbd8595dbafd32c35f8.jpg)
Post by: pipedreams on April 04, 2021, 04:00:50 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/uQI0OAa.jpg)
The LM Raptor’s strap cutters opened a pair of shoes from REI in today’s mail.
Post by: Jothra on April 04, 2021, 07:37:42 AM
KERmiT sliced some sturdy zip ties and carved smoothly through the box on the new chain lock for use in the box of my truck. (That's quite a clunker of a sentence. Wow.)
(https://i.imgur.com/Acaf35v.jpg)
This tool was worth every penny.
KERmiT was also around to slice open the tie on a bag of Easter chocolates. Yum!
I needed to swap a bunch of components and adjust the fit on a long-awaited new bicycle. I used full-sized hex keys for that.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 04, 2021, 08:48:07 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/klEg8jB.jpg)
Post by: Don Pablo on April 04, 2021, 05:37:34 PM
DAY 4
Used for some screws, and also cut a sticker open.
(https://imgur.com/K0GWuLL.jpg)
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 04, 2021, 07:11:06 PM
Used scissors today to open Wire rope clip bag.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210404/b31a0cc0417ce999bcfa081426e3cb7e.jpg)
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Post by: pipedreams on April 04, 2021, 08:48:04 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/L8hQHbk.jpg)
No duties today, so far.
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 04, 2021, 11:50:40 PM
A wee bit late but had some running repairs.
She broke the leg off of her glasses. Quick fix to get her home..
No knives involved!!
:cheers:
Post by: Sos24 on April 05, 2021, 02:36:11 AM
Used the scissors to cut some jute to use for some fire starting and also to cut open a package of crackers and peeps.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210405/531a401d578de54c449bc4d10415fe73.jpg)
What would Easter be without Peeps!
Post by: Jothra on April 05, 2021, 07:02:08 AM
KERmiT cut the tag out of some padded cycling underpants.
I needed a kife at lunch to cut some provolone. Conveniently, I was working immediately in front of an entire silverware drawer.
On my new bike's first real shakedown cruise, I realized very early on that the saddle was too low. Fortunately, I had this with me:
(https://i.imgur.com/EmyS6Bx.jpg)
Nearly every bolt on the Giant Contend 3 takes a 4mm. I don't know if I need to thank Giant or my LBS.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 05, 2021, 09:55:19 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/eGArzen.jpg)
Post by: powernoodle on April 05, 2021, 03:29:57 PM
LM Raptor
Ocean Conservation Namibia uses the Raptor on seal rescues. So your goal for the month is have at least one seal rescue. :tu:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2tLyyhvC3Y&t=1s
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 05, 2021, 05:54:48 PM
Used today Saw, File and bit driver at work today, surely its handy now when i changed tool layout bit to make easier to deploy file and saw. Medium flathead helped me to take out batteries out of my old e-cig.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210405/b3f2e317bb5f57fa47802aca1595ffc0.jpg)
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Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 05, 2021, 10:01:42 PM
A bit late with day 5.
Packed up the camping gear which is bit like tetris really getting it all back in the wagon. Tent was not packed proper as I needed to get it home to dry it properly.
The Rebar was just inspecting the final packing.
A nice weekend at the beach which is unfortunately very hard for a lot of the team in lockdowns in other parts of the world.
A beer was had in your honour .
:cheers:
Post by: Sos24 on April 06, 2021, 01:07:30 AM
The YeoCho combo tool helped open a box. The scissors helped cut a tamper seal off an herbal dog remedy.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210405/f72e7e2cdd94811b82d0c1b7b5b3bd98.jpg)
Post by: pipedreams on April 06, 2021, 03:03:55 AM
Ocean Conservation Namibia uses the Raptor on seal rescues. So your goal for the month is have at least one seal rescue. :tu:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2tLyyhvC3Y&t=1s
I’ll give it my best! Do you happen to know of any seal colonies in Oklahoma?
Post by: pipedreams on April 06, 2021, 03:05:53 AM
No use today.
Post by: Aloha on April 06, 2021, 05:59:25 AM
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 06, 2021, 06:47:07 AM
I am back on NZ time for posting and it is late afternoon day 6.
Used the pliers to remove a cap from a can of malt for the next 10l home brew. A Dutch lager is in the keg. Only a week to wait. .Fortunately I have 3 kegs on rotation :D.
:cheers:
Post by: Jothra on April 06, 2021, 07:07:47 AM
No useful pictures today, because nothing exciting happened (well, tool-wise, that is.)
Of course I needed a knife at dinner, so I used a table knife. Ayup.
I needed to open a box, so I channelled my inner Kong and ripped it apart with my bare hands.
A picture, I suppose:
(https://i.imgur.com/WZJYL1P.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 06, 2021, 11:06:19 AM
I fixed my umbrella. All it took was a tiny piece of wire to attach the cap to the rod.
(https://i.imgur.com/pteA1mW.jpg)
Post by: powernoodle on April 06, 2021, 02:47:20 PM
Do you happen to know of any seal colonies in Oklahoma?
This is the best I could do: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seal_of_Oklahoma
Post by: pipedreams on April 06, 2021, 06:47:33 PM
This is the best I could do: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seal_of_OklahomaAn A+ for your effort!
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 06, 2021, 09:19:02 PM
Today again used saw and file when i rearranged electricians plastic pipes on right places. Also used medium flathead today to assemble new lamp on our kitchen.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210406/fbd569d4e180a87d50ef12306ee39921.jpg)
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Post by: Don Pablo on April 06, 2021, 09:38:18 PM
(https://imgur.com/Rjew2bC.jpg)
Cats don't cooperate with photography. :facepalm:
DAY 6
(https://imgur.com/D77YVBRh.jpg)
It's very very small, but I still like the mag glass. :tu:
Post by: pipedreams on April 07, 2021, 01:17:45 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/z6Dyi94.jpg)
No action shot, but I used the scissors on my Wenger Air Traveler to open my udon.
Post by: Sos24 on April 07, 2021, 03:57:16 AM
My wife bought us a new TV, so the YeoCho helped with opening the box, get some plastic wrap, screwing in a couple screws and even some light prying to remove the Roku box from the old. Thank goodness for the inline phillips, because the can opener would not have fit because the hole was recessed and the backside wouldn’t have had enough clearance to turn.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210407/abc9d10110fd3c0fd8167078573d0405.jpg)
Post by: Jothra on April 07, 2021, 05:06:11 AM
KERmiT battled the Invasion of the Dino Sours!
(https://i.imgur.com/u1rEWdl.jpg)
Grr! Rarr!
Obviously I could have just torn the bag open by hand. That's what it was designed for! But I felt like goofing around with my one-piece multitool.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 07, 2021, 09:04:12 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/YQTmiJ6.jpg)
Post by: pipedreams on April 07, 2021, 03:38:15 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/kotWbgc.jpg)
Is opening the paper sachet holding a teabag with the Raptor overkill?
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 08, 2021, 12:25:08 AM
Day 7 pic.
A quick clean of my old fountain pen.
Old school is somehow better.
:cheers:
Post by: Don Pablo on April 08, 2021, 12:50:46 AM
SAK just on standby.
(https://imgur.com/FOq8opX.jpg)
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 08, 2021, 01:41:39 AM
Todays hero was Micra scissors and Rebar pliers
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210407/ef46d9b7eb1e66081770920ff3f62758.jpg)
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Post by: Poncho65 on April 08, 2021, 01:52:09 AM
Post by: Jothra on April 08, 2021, 04:17:03 AM
Here is a picture of a Farmer X that hasn't been used for seven days.
(https://i.imgur.com/CF3K9HX.jpg)
Not even once!
I worked with a lot of ropes and ratchet straps today. None of those needed slicing, because if you tie good knots, you get to untie good knots.
Occasionally, something will take longer because I don't already have an appropriate tool in my pocket, but all I have to do is take a minute to go grab something.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: Sos24 on April 08, 2021, 04:48:17 AM
Having a beer for National Beer Day
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210408/718151fa43d68abfd53433429b9af10f.jpg)
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 08, 2021, 07:50:57 AM
SOS24 says it is national beer day.
: Who am I to argue with such wisdom ?
:cheers: :drink:
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 08, 2021, 07:59:29 AM
I had to snip the end of my glue to get it going.
(https://i.imgur.com/q8Xoqrr.jpg)
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 08, 2021, 10:03:03 PM
Today again saw and file showed great role at work again.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210408/9c0bf50aa12eaab102074d2974f00084.jpg)
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Post by: pipedreams on April 09, 2021, 12:27:42 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/LRxnaCb.jpg)
Wenger Air Traveler liberated this Keen from its mailer.
Post by: Don Pablo on April 09, 2021, 12:29:04 AM
Some screwin around....
(https://imgur.com/YhSpFKc.jpg)
Post by: Sos24 on April 09, 2021, 03:00:19 AM
Inline phillips helped with adjusting the clip on my holster.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210409/ddad12787d15e0a039ad561d19807652.jpg)
Post by: Sos24 on April 09, 2021, 03:18:18 AM
Hello day 8Thats what my calendar says and who am I to argue.
SOS24 says it is national beer day.
: Who am I to argue with such wisdom ?
:cheers: :drink:
Day 8I hate when the nozzle gets blocked
I had to snip the end of my glue to get it going.
(https://i.imgur.com/q8Xoqrr.jpg)
Day 8 of 30
Today again saw and file showed great role at work again.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210408/9c0bf50aa12eaab102074d2974f00084.jpg)
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Great tools
Day 8Nice new knife
(https://i.imgur.com/LRxnaCb.jpg)
Wenger Air Traveler liberated this Keen from its mailer.
DAY 8The inline phillips is so handy.
Some screwin around....
(https://imgur.com/YhSpFKc.jpg)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 09, 2021, 07:58:21 AM
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Post by: Jothra on April 09, 2021, 08:35:36 AM
The weather was windy and rainy today (except when it was windy and sleety or windy and snowy), so at the risk of sounding like a broken record, I put some work into my new bicycle.
I fastened my bell (legally required), greased and installed my trusty SPD pedals (from my other road bike, which will get another set from the parts box), and threw on some bottle cages (oldies but goodies!) I used the Hexus 2 from my seat bag to do these things, because it has beefier parts than any of my smaller pocket tools.
(https://i.imgur.com/xQuQVTG.jpg)
You can see the 8mm adapter for the pedals coming out the side there. It fits on the 5mm key.
The new bar tape arrived, so I used KERmiT to pry out the bar end plugs, and got to work. I planned to take pictures of the taping...but halfway through, I realized the tape I ordered is absolute trash garbage. I'm not subjecting any poor soul to pictures of that abomination. I'll take photos when my should-have-ordered-it-in-the-first-place Fizik tape arrives in a week or so. I'll need scissors for that, but not a knife blade.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: Jothra on April 09, 2021, 08:40:23 AM
Day 9Rice is delicious in basically any form. And, as Mitch Hedberg said, it's great when you're hungry and want to eat 2000 of something.
(https://i.imgur.com/t9rkVu1.jpg)
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 09, 2021, 11:50:27 PM
Used today phillips to reinstall kitchen cabinet doors at my friends home after his 3-year old kid hanged in it.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210409/87fce3689ac0b25e9d325252be95aa8f.jpg)
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Post by: Jothra on April 09, 2021, 11:54:16 PM
Day 9 of 30Okay, on my second read through I figured out you weren't saying the kid was lynched in a cabinet.
Used today phillips to reinstall kitchen cabinet doors at my friends home after his 3-year old kid hanged in it.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210409/87fce3689ac0b25e9d325252be95aa8f.jpg)
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Don't worry — your post is fine. I was just having a moment.
Post by: Sos24 on April 10, 2021, 12:32:31 AM
After Jothra’s posts using his KERmit, I decided I needed to dig mine out and put it to work.
It opened a couple thin boxes and a package of granola.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210409/c9acf5217884ba7accdcb6263be7efdf.jpg)
I still prefer having a knife, but I thing this will be a pretty useful alternative.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210409/034d110aee95d20301a0caaf065a7eba.jpg)
Post by: Don Pablo on April 10, 2021, 12:37:17 AM
Nighttime shot!
(https://imgur.com/MV6EMQL.jpg)
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 10, 2021, 12:45:52 AM
A fairly slow tool day but a job for the scissors.
:cheers:
Post by: pipedreams on April 10, 2021, 01:41:43 AM
Nothin’ but nail duty.
Post by: Jothra on April 10, 2021, 05:35:22 AM
I still prefer having a knife, but I thing this will be a pretty useful alternative.I was originally torn between my KERT and a Gerber Shard, but I've been getting a lot more use out of the rescue cutter than I expected.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210409/034d110aee95d20301a0caaf065a7eba.jpg)
Post by: Jothra on April 10, 2021, 07:34:08 AM
I used a pair of pliers and a chainsaw file to break the end off of a free 2.5mm hex key.
(https://i.imgur.com/ulBBgDv.jpg)
Knipex Cobra XS and world's cheapest chainsaw file.
Then I used tape to attach it to my Park MT-1.
(https://i.imgur.com/toKMNaD.jpg)
Regular waste of time, or exceptional waste of time?
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 10, 2021, 10:18:22 AM
Ate another 2000 of something. :cheers:
(https://i.imgur.com/Ow9XfH0.jpg)
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 10, 2021, 10:46:00 AM
Okay, on my second read through I figured out you weren't saying the kid was lynched in a cabinet.
Don't worry — your post is fine. I was just having a moment.
If it makes you feel better, I had to read it twice as well... I'm clearly still asleep.
Post by: ElevenBlade on April 10, 2021, 04:46:51 PM
Day 7
(https://i.imgur.com/kotWbgc.jpg)
Is opening the paper sachet holding a teabag with the Raptor overkill?
You know... 20something years ago, I decided to EDC trauma shears for a bit. They had a notch to work as an oxygen key, which I decided would make a good anything-key. Maybe I was young, and not as sure of myself... If I recall correctly, what finally stopped that nonsense was when I happened to be at a Backyard barbecue hosted by a family friend who was a doctor. I yanked out the shears from my back pocket for something and got one seriously sideways look. :facepalm:
Post by: Jothra on April 10, 2021, 07:04:39 PM
Day 10Ha!
Ate another 2000 of something. :cheers:
(https://i.imgur.com/Ow9XfH0.jpg)
Post by: pipedreams on April 10, 2021, 07:42:28 PM
You know... 20something years ago, I decided to EDC trauma shears for a bit. They had a notch to work as an oxygen key, which I decided would make a good anything-key. Maybe I was young, and not as sure of myself... If I recall correctly, what finally stopped that nonsense was when I happened to be at a Backyard barbecue hosted by a family friend who was a doctor. I yanked out the shears from my back pocket for something and got one seriously sideways look. :facepalm::rofl:
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 10, 2021, 10:39:22 PM
Rebar helped me today to repair brakes on my car
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210410/4e0a80bd4f3deefb1586b23ca89690ca.jpg)
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Post by: Jothra on April 10, 2021, 11:46:57 PM
Rebar helped me today to repair brakes on my carNeat! What did your brakes need done?
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 11, 2021, 12:09:21 AM
A removal of the cap in order to a small libation to the wonders of the MT world..
:cheers:
Post by: Jothra on April 11, 2021, 12:19:33 AM
Hello day 10.I was going to joke, "Why open the bottle when there's already a glass of beer sitting there?" It wasn't a great joke, but I was thinking about it.
A removal of the cap in order to a small libation to the wonders of the MT world..
:cheers:
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=86533.0;attach=507851;image)
Then I got distracted by how amazing that glass is, and all attempts at humour escaped me. Where on Earth did you find that thing? It's great!
Post by: pipedreams on April 11, 2021, 01:06:29 AM
The cheap readers I have stashed everywhere need frequent screw tightening. The precision flat driver on the Wenger Air Traveler works great...even on these Phillips head screws.
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 11, 2021, 02:45:29 AM
I was going to joke, "Why open the bottle when there's already a glass of beer sitting there?" It wasn't a great joke, but I was thinking about it.
Then I got distracted by how amazing that glass is, and all attempts at humour escaped me. Where on Earth did you find that thing? It's great!
HI Jofra
It was in touristy gift shop in a little town called Pahia up the north end of New Zealand. Scared to use it too often in case I break it.
:cheers:
Post by: Sos24 on April 11, 2021, 03:20:28 AM
Not a lot of tool use today, but the YeoCho did help open a bottle of Coke and cut some paracord for putting a lanyard on a firesteel.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210411/0c3edfc995ebab9912dd2d5c7de30c02.jpg)
Post by: Jothra on April 11, 2021, 06:04:38 AM
Day 10Hey, at least you had Coke bottles to keep your tools from getting bored. All mine is in cans.
Not a lot of tool use today, but the YeoCho did help open a bottle of Coke and cut some paracord for putting a lanyard on a firesteel.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210411/0c3edfc995ebab9912dd2d5c7de30c02.jpg)
HI Jofra
It was in touristy gift shop in a little town called Pahia up the north end of New Zealand. Scared to use it too often in case I break it.
:cheers:
Every once in awhile janky little tourist shops have something surprisingly good — or at least really, really funny. Or, in this case, both!
Post by: Jothra on April 11, 2021, 06:09:08 AM
The cheap readers I have stashed everywhere need frequent screw tightening. The precision flat driver on the Wenger Air Traveler works great...even on these Phillips head screws.
SAKWiki says there was also a Realtree Hardwoods-scaled version of that knife packaged as the Optitool, even though the Optitool (https://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=OptiTool) was already a separate model. How confusing!
The fine screwdriver is interesting.
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 11, 2021, 06:18:31 AM
Bought a blurry turner.
(https://i.imgur.com/DlvEDCC.jpg)
Post by: Jothra on April 11, 2021, 06:25:52 AM
Day 11
Bought a blurry turner.
(https://i.imgur.com/DlvEDCC.jpg)
Around here, we'd call it a blurry flipper!
Edit to add: nice blurry turner, by the way.
Post by: Jothra on April 11, 2021, 06:58:16 AM
I hadn't used any tools all day (well, a few minutes of computer work, but wrong kind of tool!) After Sos24's post about Coke bottles, I decided to record myself prying open a Coke can. What could go wrong?
(https://i.imgur.com/H46TWzW.gif)
Ka-pwiiiiiiing!
Smooooooth.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 11, 2021, 07:39:24 AM
Neat! What did your brakes need done?Changed brake disk and brake pads. Needed to change both sides in rear.
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Post by: Jim the Brave on April 11, 2021, 02:40:39 PM
You know... 20something years ago, I decided to EDC trauma shears for a bit. They had a notch to work as an oxygen key, which I decided would make a good anything-key. Maybe I was young, and not as sure of myself... If I recall correctly, what finally stopped that nonsense was when I happened to be at a Backyard barbecue hosted by a family friend who was a doctor. I yanked out the shears from my back pocket for something and got one seriously sideways look. :facepalm:
That wouldn't have stopped me. I would have looked for more opportunities to invoke seriously sideways looks. Because they are really satisfying to behold.
Post by: Poncho65 on April 11, 2021, 04:21:45 PM
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 11, 2021, 09:51:59 PM
Rebar was with me today when fixed my moms laptop, only use for Rebar was opening battery lid of mouse.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210411/1921033b3c3dde0bd61875c739900814.jpg)
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Post by: Jothra on April 11, 2021, 10:00:39 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/xVQyV4u.png)
I hadn't used any tools all day (well, a few minutes of computer work, but wrong kind of tool!) After Sos24's post about Coke bottles, I decided to record myself prying open a Coke can. What could go wrong?
(https://i.imgur.com/G7ZLnhX.gif)
Ka-pwiiiiiiing!
Smooooooth.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: Sos24 on April 12, 2021, 12:27:59 AM
Did so e yard work, but now need for a tool. The YeoCho helped afterwards by opening some mozzarella sticks and a beer for a snack.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210411/054d10aac2063a9364a47b996083ab2f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210411/485d90f431a33783da66df27c80c4dad.jpg)
Post by: pipedreams on April 12, 2021, 12:34:43 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/fGErcoW.jpg)
Lazy Sunday. Took a pic of my G10 scaled opener Mod by Travis Spike.
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 12, 2021, 01:35:16 AM
A change of plug for clips on a battery charger. .
:cheers:
Post by: Jothra on April 12, 2021, 06:33:51 AM
The only tools I used today were kitchen utensils. I ate Kraft Dinner with a spork.
(https://i.imgur.com/QX6PfQF.jpg)
I mean, Kershaw calls it a spork...and it kind of is?
Back to work tomorrow (Easter break is over!), so maybe something weird will come up.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 12, 2021, 10:10:20 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/mOOzxvO.jpg)
Post by: Don Pablo on April 12, 2021, 02:19:06 PM
(https://imgur.com/AO5lFkP.jpg)
Maybe hacking open a package of notebooks should have been done with the scissors.... :oops:
Day 11
(https://imgur.com/0aOd7YM.jpg)
Watching me do homework. ::)
Post by: pipedreams on April 12, 2021, 05:32:49 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/qKmKw3v.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/6zWeXnz.jpg)
This folding precision screwdriver set is a favorite of mine. I used it today to adjust a coworker’s readers and to open a couple of boxes (cut the tape with the largest flat head).
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 12, 2021, 10:04:50 PM
Pliers helped me at work today
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210412/b4e34aec5ca8053a8523c04b09f51d8e.jpg)
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Post by: Sos24 on April 13, 2021, 02:15:50 AM
Day 12 of 30Cool picture
Pliers helped me at work today
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210412/b4e34aec5ca8053a8523c04b09f51d8e.jpg)
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Day 11
(https://i.imgur.com/qKmKw3v.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/6zWeXnz.jpg)
This folding precision screwdriver set is a favorite of mine. I used it today to adjust a coworker’s readers and to open a couple of boxes (cut the tape with the largest flat head).
Nice looking and interesting tool.
Post by: Sos24 on April 13, 2021, 02:18:20 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/np9wwO9.png)
The only tools I used today were kitchen utensils. I ate Kraft Dinner with a spork.
(https://i.imgur.com/QX6PfQF.jpg)
I mean, Kershaw calls it a spork...and it kind of is?
Back to work tomorrow (Easter break is over!), so maybe something weird will come up.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
If thought the Kershaw sporks look interesting, although yours looks like it is missing a gate for the carabiner part.
Day 12Fan of polo shirts, or a work uniform?
(https://i.imgur.com/mOOzxvO.jpg)
Post by: Sos24 on April 13, 2021, 02:18:48 AM
Day 10 belatedHomework? NOoooooo
(https://imgur.com/AO5lFkP.jpg)
Maybe hacking open a package of notebooks should have been done with the scissors.... :oops:
Day 11
(https://imgur.com/0aOd7YM.jpg)
Watching me do homework. ::)
Post by: Sos24 on April 13, 2021, 02:22:34 AM
I used the YeoCho scissors to cut some wax paper and Leuko tape, for a first aid kit. Also used the combo opener to open a box with coffee.
The KERT helped open a padded mailer.
But decided a outdoor glamour shot was nicer.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210413/6a1d2d193b80b80ca10c98d7a0489b8a.jpg)
Post by: Jothra on April 13, 2021, 02:28:32 AM
If thought the Kershaw sporks look interesting, although yours looks like it is missing a gate for the carabiner part.Good eye. I removed the carabiner clip, which mostly got in the way. Overall, it's a lot like the more common Light My Fire spork, only in stainless steel instead of titanium.
Day 12I mean, the outdoor shot is pretty nice.
I used the YeoCho scissors to cut some wax paper and Leuko tape, for a first aid kit. Also used the combo opener to open a box with coffee.
The KERT helped open a padded mailer.
But decided a outdoor glamour shot was nicer.
Post by: Jothra on April 13, 2021, 05:26:53 AM
Didn't need a knife for spaghetti dinner! I needed a can opener, so I used a can opener (as opposed to a can't opener1.)
Two packages arrived for me today — a TPU cover for my cyclometer, and silly helmet strap wind blockers. Both packages had a label reading "Tear at perforated line." I did that. It worked fine.
I dug up some old bar tape (I still had that in my closet? Yay!), and redid my cockpit. I used a modified Topeak 6 to detach and move the bell and computer mount.
(https://i.imgur.com/HOuvztF.jpg)
I should find some blue bar end plugs. I think I may have an old set lying around somewhere.
The last tool for today is my stability ball; I really need to do more post-workout stretching if I'm going to spending this much time in the saddle. I don't feel like taking a picture of said stability ball, but rest assured it doesn't have any blades.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
1This joke is both old and tired, but at least the setup was there.
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 13, 2021, 07:55:00 AM
Very very late but hope Ican be forgiven.
Rebar on standby duty during a brake bleeding session on the 64Landy. She did help full off the seal from the fluid bottle. :cheers:
Post by: Jothra on April 13, 2021, 08:45:54 AM
Hello to day 11.I just can't make myself get upset about slightly late posts. I'm just excited you're posting!
Very very late but hope Ican be forgiven.
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 13, 2021, 10:07:12 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/WUPJ4mn.jpg)
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 13, 2021, 09:17:14 PM
A day of brewing. Opening a packet of yeast for the latest brew. A clear lager on the way.
:cheers:
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 13, 2021, 10:14:06 PM
Changed my Rebar to SwissChamp. Needed Parcel hook today for pulling wires, also file, scissors, saw and pliers was used.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210413/2bcd6abd33d2af59dcdb0816c7384ae2.jpg)
Only Tools Matters
Post by: pipedreams on April 14, 2021, 12:43:27 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/59KBAaj.jpg)
Wenger Air Traveler helps out with the sweet tooth.
Post by: Sos24 on April 14, 2021, 02:11:32 AM
Today I really missed a knife or even utility blade. I received a package that the sharpened combo tool opened no problem. However, Inside the boxes of ammo inside were wrapped tightly in several layers of plastic wrap and packing tape. The Vic scissors weren’t getting through, so I tried the KERT. The KERT struggled but eventually succeeded. I’ve done the same opening with a knife several times easily.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210414/209c50c1f5aa49fcbff9604e0a475c70.jpg)
Post by: Don Pablo on April 14, 2021, 02:16:24 AM
SAK looking nervously at a neutered Kick.
(https://imgur.com/0SnzJ5O.jpg)
Post by: Jothra on April 14, 2021, 05:23:35 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/SMzenjt.gif)
I'm pretty sure this is allowed.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 14, 2021, 11:59:02 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/uWPHvA6.jpg)
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 14, 2021, 01:56:56 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/ynSr29g.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/SMzenjt.gif)
I'm pretty sure this is allowed.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
That's one way of doing it! :rofl:
Post by: pipedreams on April 14, 2021, 08:06:19 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/xYKmfuZ.jpg)
Nothin’ so far...
Post by: Poncho65 on April 14, 2021, 08:20:29 PM
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 14, 2021, 09:53:04 PM
I should have named this the "Running with Scissors Challenge." Fun title, accurate, kinda jokey, not controversial. :rant:
If this gets done in the future, please let it be called the "Running with Scissors Challenge". :cheers:
And let me know. I might just join in on the fun. :pok:
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 14, 2021, 11:09:58 PM
Again late but 13 was a long day of admin and driving. So no action shots to be had.
Not good but it will get better. :cheers:
Post by: Don Pablo on April 15, 2021, 01:42:18 AM
The only packet I opened today was by hand. ::)
(https://imgur.com/GXolKZl.jpg)
Post by: Sos24 on April 15, 2021, 01:50:11 AM
The KERT helped open a box with a new cooling mat for Fisher, which made him happy.
The scissors on the YeoCho helped with making a vacuum sealed pocket trauma kit, by cutting some plastic and grip tape for easier opening.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210414/f50463a681379ac5dabd3507b996857a.jpg)
Post by: Jothra on April 15, 2021, 01:50:55 AM
Day 14Wasabi peas are the best peas.
(https://i.imgur.com/uWPHvA6.jpg)
Post by: pipedreams on April 15, 2021, 03:00:22 AM
Day 14I do this same thing with grip tape on vacuum packs for my peeps. Good stuff.
The KERT helped open a box with a new cooling mat for Fisher, which made him happy.
The scissors on the YeoCho helped with making a vacuum sealed pocket trauma kit, by cutting some plastic and grip tape for easier opening.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210414/f50463a681379ac5dabd3507b996857a.jpg)
Post by: Jim the Brave on April 15, 2021, 03:43:17 AM
I needed a can opener, so I used a can opener (as opposed to a can't opener1.)
1This joke is both old and tired, but at least the setup was there.
Buddy, I'm a sawyer. I operate a sawmill. When the log is sitting on the sawmill, and you start slicing boards off it, the part that's left on there at any given time is called the "cant." I can't tell you how many jokes that term has gendered on the forestry forum I am sometimes a participant in, especially in the sawmill section. The way we say "I bought awl my knives with cash" they say things like "I cant figure out why my sawmill's not working right"
Post by: Jothra on April 15, 2021, 03:56:41 AM
[...]they say things like "I cant figure out why my sawmill's not working right"I would be disappointed if they didn't, really.
Post by: Jim the Brave on April 15, 2021, 04:03:37 AM
I would be disappointed if they didn't, really.
Believe me, we have a lot of those things. The word "pith" comes up a lot. That's the center section of a tree....
The word DanG is used a lot also, capital D and G, because there was a forum member named Dan G and he became called DanG. Now people use it as a euphemism kind of like how we use Smurf.
Post by: Jothra on April 15, 2021, 05:01:44 AM
Believe me, we have a lot of those things. The word "pith" comes up a lot. That's the center section of a tree....Good news: I grew up in a logging town in the mountains, so I understand and appreciate these references.
Any group of even remotely like-minded people is more fun when these things spring up.
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 15, 2021, 05:02:03 AM
Today again SwissChamp, used file and scissors.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210415/0615d9059ae29e3de06fb50196d0ab50.jpg)
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Post by: Jothra on April 15, 2021, 05:30:26 AM
Today again SwissChamp, used file and scissors.
The nice thing about the Swiss Champ is it's heavy enough to use as a hammer in a pinch.
Obviously I'm joking...
...but on the other hand, there are many, many photos lurking around here of me using pocket knives as hammers.
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 15, 2021, 05:59:33 AM
The nice thing about the Swiss Champ is it's heavy enough to use as a hammer in a pinch.I have used in past, SwissTool and OG SuperTool as hammer. As what comes to SAK i havent got guts to use them as hammer but i was few times tempted to use it as hammer.
Obviously I'm joking...
...but on the other hand, there are many, many photos lurking around here of me using pocket knives as hammers.
Only Tools Matters
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 15, 2021, 06:09:49 AM
But i have avoided using blades otherwise, tho its hard to use other tool to do blade job.
Only Tools Matters
Post by: Jim the Brave on April 15, 2021, 06:11:11 AM
I have used in past, SwissTool and OG SuperTool as hammer. As what comes to SAK i havent got guts to use them as hammer but i was few times tempted to use it as hammer.
Only Tools Matters
:twak: You should never use things for a hammer....if they're not designed to be used as a hammer. Said my father, every other day when I was a kid.
Post by: Jothra on April 15, 2021, 06:22:02 AM
:twak: You should never use things for a hammer....if they're not designed to be used as a hammer. Said my father, every other day when I was a kid.It's hammers all the way down.
Post by: Jothra on April 15, 2021, 06:23:43 AM
As this challenge is in halfway i have seen this challenge actually really hard, tho i have used few times my Hultafors workknife at work cause it was necessary to use it.I haven't been finding it too hard, but some things take longer, since I have to hunt down the appropriate tool instead of just reaching into my pocket. I'm enjoying myself, but I won't exactly cry myself to sleep when it's over.
But i have avoided using blades otherwise, tho its hard to use other tool to do blade job.
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 15, 2021, 06:24:41 AM
Have changed banks so it is time to cut up the old card.
One way not to use it
Now just have to teach the new card how this MT buying thing works.
:cheers:
Post by: Jothra on April 15, 2021, 07:59:13 AM
The only hand tools I really needed today:
(https://i.imgur.com/IxZ0HIs.jpg)
The pencil is a 0.9. Turns out it's my favourite size.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 15, 2021, 01:10:40 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/GtGWAWZ.jpg)
Post by: pipedreams on April 15, 2021, 07:15:25 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/XtbeFht.jpg)
Used the Vic combo tool (my most hated tool) to pry some staples from a stack of patient records.
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 15, 2021, 09:38:01 PM
Today back to Rebar, phillips and scissors was in heavy use today.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210415/a8f72fd9fe71ead0d7053e3195af4b30.jpg)
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Post by: Sos24 on April 15, 2021, 11:20:10 PM
Day 15 of 30
Today back to Rebar, phillips and scissors was in heavy use today.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210415/a8f72fd9fe71ead0d7053e3195af4b30.jpg)
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:like: So how are you liking the Knifeless Rebar. I haven’t tried one but I like that it has the scissors in place of the knife.
Post by: Sos24 on April 15, 2021, 11:30:50 PM
1/2 Way
(https://i.imgur.com/XtbeFht.jpg)
Used the Vic combo tool (my most hated tool) to pry some staples from a stack of patient records.
I find it funny how strong your distaste is for the combo tool. So you don’t have to look at it, I’ll take the offending knife.
Post by: Sos24 on April 15, 2021, 11:31:32 PM
Day 15Those scissors have been getting a work out.
(https://i.imgur.com/GtGWAWZ.jpg)
Post by: Sos24 on April 16, 2021, 12:10:29 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/nzbrZbL.png)I tend to like finer points, but that could be from the Navy where too wide of a mark could translate to being off 100yards or more. But, there are definitely tasks where the wider points are useful.
The only hand tools I really needed today:
(https://i.imgur.com/IxZ0HIs.jpg)
The pencil is a 0.9. Turns out it's my favourite size.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: Sos24 on April 16, 2021, 12:11:49 AM
Hello for day 14 pic
Have changed banks so it is time to cut up the old card.
One way not to use it
Now just have to teach the new card how this MT buying thing works.
:cheers:
An important task.
Post by: Sos24 on April 16, 2021, 12:24:52 AM
Although I’ve really wanted to use a blade a few times so far this challenge, I’ve been able to avoid it until today. The scissors, file/metal saw, KERT, etc just weren’t up to the task of cutting dog treats. I did try.
- The file went through but did more squashing or crumbling than really cutting
- The KERT hook opening wasn’t wide enough and when trying to cut small pieces there is nothing to hold.
- The scissors worked on one type but on the other the mouth just wasn’t wide enough and the treat was too dense.
So in the end, the sow belly did the job
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210415/bcc6c15967b4db2552495c8137d24dc6.jpg)
Post by: Don Pablo on April 16, 2021, 12:28:12 AM
Some light job with small screws. The other screwdriver came in for screws right up against a corner that I couldn't get at via SAK. :ahhh
(https://imgur.com/sh5w5WO.jpg)
Post by: pipedreams on April 16, 2021, 01:25:30 AM
I find it funny how strong your distaste is for the combo tool. So you don’t have to look at it, I’ll take the offending knife.I appreciate your kind offer! :rofl:
My opener layer only mod is close at hand!
Post by: Jothra on April 16, 2021, 01:38:45 AM
I tend to like finer points, but that could be from the Navy where too wide of a mark could translate to being off 100yards or more. But, there are definitely tasks where the wider points are useful.I get it. I used 0.5 for a long time. These days, though, I use my mechanical pencil almost exclusively for either bullet journalling or classroom work, so I'm after a sweet spot between very robust and fine enough to write without extra sharpening.
When I'm cartooning, on the other hand, I either drop down to a 0.7mm (the smallest size for which I can easily get non-photo blue lead), or bump up to a 2mm drafting lead holder (also with easy-to-find non-photo blue lead.) To be fair, I mostly ink with fountain pens (dip or cartridge), or with brush pens. Neither of those is fine enough for lead size to matter — especially using lead that won't be picked up by scanners and photocopiers.
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 16, 2021, 02:38:43 AM
The pliers out for a crimp of the bracket of the fire extinguisher in the wagon. It keeps coming loose although I think the feet of SWAMBO don't help either. . It is in the passengers footwear.
:cheers:
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 16, 2021, 06:34:30 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/XIdr7Gm.jpg)
Post by: Jothra on April 16, 2021, 07:56:45 AM
For the first time all month, I couldn't get by without a reamer. I considered my Ruike M31, but went with a Huntsman instead.
(https://i.imgur.com/FJsBFo9.jpg)
The belt came with seven holes. Now it has 11.
This was safely in my own house. I promise I only used the reamer, and not the blade.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 16, 2021, 10:07:21 AM
:like: So how are you liking the Knifeless Rebar. I haven’t tried one but I like that it has the scissors in place of the knife.With mods i made to this Rebar, i actually like it. Scissors are good enough for most task. Offcourse i needed to add both Bitholders to it and get rid of awl. If i need awl i have PX on my pocket edc bag along with LL P3R and vic ratchet/l-wrench combo. I decided to keep both flathead and phillips too cause i need them time to time.
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Post by: Sos24 on April 16, 2021, 07:00:16 PM
With mods i made to this Rebar, i actually like it. Scissors are good enough for most task. Offcourse i needed to add both Bitholders to it and get rid of awl. If i need awl i have PX on my pocket edc bag along with LL P3R and vic ratchet/l-wrench combo. I decided to keep both flathead and phillips too cause i need them time to time.
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Sounds like a great tool
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 16, 2021, 10:08:09 PM
Today used pliers to pick up small wires, saw to cut plastic pipes and phillips to tighten lock screws.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210416/2d7b10c60ab8f35caa53a6e5724b24c6.jpg)
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Post by: pipedreams on April 16, 2021, 10:51:50 PM
Nothing.
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 17, 2021, 01:59:33 AM
Hey hey its Friday !!
:cheers:
Post by: Sos24 on April 17, 2021, 03:25:13 AM
The YeoCho scissors helped with cutting some electrical and gorilla tape to temporarily fix a computer power adapter. The combo tool then helped open a bottle of Bourbon.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210417/1c9fe7707eeabd84e62ff8a737502e58.jpg)
Post by: Jothra on April 17, 2021, 04:28:09 AM
I tried opening a package with my keys, as people apparently do. It occurs to me that other people must have much sharper keys than I have.
Anyway, the package contained a cool Victorinox Rambler I can't really use for another couple of weeks.
(https://i.imgur.com/Z4jISBp.jpg)
I like that there are finally a few different colours of toothpick and tweezers. I've never been desperate for blue scale tools, but I like them.
Oh well. At least I can look at it.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: Jothra on April 17, 2021, 04:48:32 AM
[...]The combo tool then helped open a bottle of Bourbon.That is a great name for a bourbon.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210417/1c9fe7707eeabd84e62ff8a737502e58.jpg)
Post by: Don Pablo on April 17, 2021, 09:00:32 AM
Mag glass is handy!
(https://imgur.com/uuXeGGj.jpg)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 17, 2021, 11:11:18 AM
I miss the usual pizzas and kebab from my previous challenges. :-[
(https://i.imgur.com/OPuVH6w.jpg)
Post by: pipedreams on April 17, 2021, 06:40:54 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/RiazvKu.png)That’s a beautiful Rambler!
I tried opening a package with my keys, as people apparently do. It occurs to me that other people must have much sharper keys than I have.
Anyway, the package contained a cool Victorinox Rambler I can't really use for another couple of weeks.
(https://i.imgur.com/Z4jISBp.jpg)
I like that there are finally a few different colours of toothpick and tweezers. I've never been desperate for blue scale tools, but I like them.
Oh well. At least I can look at it.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: Jothra on April 17, 2021, 08:47:26 PM
That’s a beautiful Rambler!There's some buyer's remorse going on, but it is very nice. Metonboss makes nice things.
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 17, 2021, 10:59:44 PM
Today let my daughter to use my SwissChamp magnifying glass when we were hiking at woods today.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210417/c4eb742742561ea6eeb890bb2d993d47.jpg)
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Post by: Sos24 on April 17, 2021, 11:16:21 PM
Day 17
I miss the usual pizzas and kebab from my previous challenges. :-[
(https://i.imgur.com/OPuVH6w.jpg)
Pizza . Now I want pizza.There's some buyer's remorse going on, but it is very nice. Metonboss makes nice things.Sorry to hear about the buyers remorse. Although, you are correct about the Metonboss making nice things.
Day 17 of 30
Today let my daughter to use my SwissChamp magnifying glass when we were hiking at woods today.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210417/c4eb742742561ea6eeb890bb2d993d47.jpg)
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Sounds like an Explorer might need to be in her future.
Post by: pipedreams on April 18, 2021, 12:49:00 AM
My cats are huge fans of SAK scissors.
Post by: Don Pablo on April 18, 2021, 01:15:44 AM
On standby duty.
(https://imgur.com/QT6ETLf.jpg)
Post by: Jothra on April 18, 2021, 03:49:24 AM
Sorry to hear about the buyers remorse. Although, you are correct about the Metonboss making nice things.Don't worry. It's "I didn't need this" remorse, rather than "I'm destitute after buying this" remorse. I suspect it won't take much pocket time to get over it.
Post by: Jothra on April 18, 2021, 03:53:02 AM
Today let my daughter to use my SwissChamp magnifying glass when we were hiking at woods today.I know people get all excited about the inline Phillips driver, but the magnifying glass is the real hero.
Sounds like an Explorer might need to be in her future.Agreed, because it sounds like she already is one!
Post by: Sos24 on April 18, 2021, 03:56:33 AM
Don't worry. It's "I didn't need this" remorse, rather than "I'm destitute after buying this" remorse. I suspect it won't take much pocket time to get over it.
You are probably right. I have a pair of 91mm plus scales and love them.
Post by: Sos24 on April 18, 2021, 03:58:45 AM
The YeoCho scissors cut some tape and trimmed some of Fisher’s paw hair. The MagGlass helped me read and expiration date.
Thanks to the power of suggestion, ended the day with pizza and a beer.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210418/11699bd6cd8c47a76d49e3324fdcc78d.jpg)
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 18, 2021, 04:28:56 AM
More work in the Landy's brakes.
Checking for a leak in the hydraulic system.
All good now.
:cheers:
Post by: Jothra on April 18, 2021, 08:48:36 AM
Day 17Through no fault of yours, this is what I see every time you post a picture of pistachios:
I miss the usual pizzas and kebab from my previous challenges. :-[
(https://i.imgur.com/OPuVH6w.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/epYH89m.gif)
Post by: Jothra on April 18, 2021, 09:08:39 AM
Well, apart from starting a new journal...
(https://i.imgur.com/Brn2mUz.jpg)
On the one hand, this will be impossible to read.
On the other hand, it was entirely meaningless drivel anyway!
...I didn't have a very productive day.
I used a pencil, and a Kobo, but not at the same time. Neither of those has a blade.
I didn't need utensils for my hamburger, which also did not have any blades.
French fries can look a little like tiny blades, I guess, but they don't hold a good edge.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 18, 2021, 09:11:44 AM
Yea it seems i need to get soon explorer for my daughter. I might need one myself too.
Sorry to hear about the buyers remorse. Although, you are correct about the Metonboss making nice things.
Sounds like an Explorer might need to be in her future.
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Post by: Antti Lammi on April 18, 2021, 09:20:13 AM
I know people get all excited about the inline Phillips driver, but the magnifying glass is the real hero.Yea using magnifying glass was best part when we were hiking. I might need to get 2 explorers since i dont own yet explorer, tho i even never owned one.
Agreed, because it sounds like she already is one!
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 18, 2021, 11:33:01 AM
Through no fault of yours, this is what I see every time you post a picture of pistachios:
(https://i.imgur.com/epYH89m.gif)
:rofl:
Day 18
Nothing new.
(https://i.imgur.com/MzuVtGp.jpg)
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 18, 2021, 06:37:59 PM
Today again SwissChamp and it magnifying glass as my both daughters wanted to play with it.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210418/a64f65cbdac808f447e4e3bc99a2ee06.jpg)
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Post by: Sos24 on April 18, 2021, 09:38:17 PM
I needed to replace the plastic bag my boo-boo kit was in, which required replacing and cutting some tape that I keep wrapped around it.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210418/2cd39de8a1438ef4aa4787e6c1b09309.jpg)
Post by: SurgeUk on April 18, 2021, 10:50:20 PM
This challenge was not for me but my God y'awl doing good :salute:
Post by: pipedreams on April 18, 2021, 11:02:37 PM
I needed to break down boxes. Bladeless wouldn’t do. TPT did the work.
Post by: Don Pablo on April 19, 2021, 01:08:27 AM
Switched to different tool; this Kick has no blade. It does have a blunt scraping tool, though. :pommel:
(https://imgur.com/XrkKoVy.jpg)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 19, 2021, 04:55:18 AM
Had my second vaccination shot.
(https://i.imgur.com/BLmkfv6.jpg)
Post by: pipedreams on April 19, 2021, 04:56:50 AM
Post by: Jothra on April 19, 2021, 05:56:09 AM
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 19, 2021, 06:03:37 AM
A bit late. A very boring day with not much tool action.
Mostly pc work which is sad.
:cheers:
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 19, 2021, 07:41:01 AM
Best kind of stabbing!
Yeah, quite dramatic. :ahhh
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yxRV7Z2IuN4
Post by: Jothra on April 19, 2021, 07:45:00 AM
Yesterday, it was 10°C, sunny, and calm. Today it was 0°C, snowing, and windy. I went for a ride anyway, not realizing how mucky the roads were, or how dirty the bicycle and I would get.
Since my fingerless gloves weren't up to the task, I cut it a little short. It's probably okay that none of my neighbours were out to see me trundling back with a giant skunk stripe up my whole back, and even more mud in my bicycle's nethers.
It was time for a shower! Sort of. It was time to see how easy it would be to stick the bike in the shower. Pretty easy, it turns out; between modern compact road geometry, and my ludicrously small 52cm frame, I could maneuver it into a leaning position in the tub. This gave me an easy-to-clean place to spray down the bike thoroughly with a water bottle. Then, after a quick towel-down, the road bike went back to it's place in the hall, and I finally took care of my own disgusting self.
I know it seems weird, because a bicycle can absolutely handle being dirty, but I've only had it for two weeks; the honeymoon phase isn't over yet.
That was a really long way of explaining that this is the only tool I used today:
(https://i.imgur.com/Su1RVOv.jpg)
A wide-nozzled bottle from my favourite LBS!
Oh, and a toothpick with a thin rag dug mud out from around the seatpost clamp.
And my nachos were kind of sharp. I hope that's okay.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: Jothra on April 19, 2021, 08:03:03 AM
Yeah, quite dramatic. :ahhh(https://i.imgur.com/8Zseuq9.gif)
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 19, 2021, 07:59:42 PM
Today Rebar and tools, just today noticed that LM bits fits to Vic wrenches so that those wiggle less than on LM extender.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210419/060fc991bfb4ff627af15453c9c559ac.jpg)
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Post by: pipedreams on April 19, 2021, 08:25:20 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/5HgKGEv.jpg)
Nothing but the pen, so far. But, it is bladeless.
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 19, 2021, 10:26:05 PM
It was a day of much driving so no MT action.
We still needed a little break at the end of the day.
:cheers:
Post by: Don Pablo on April 20, 2021, 12:59:59 AM
Late night cuppa :cheers:
(https://imgur.com/94eSk0V.jpg)
Post by: Sos24 on April 20, 2021, 02:42:07 AM
Today used the bladeless climber to cut a couple of pieces of mounting tape for attaching the WII sensor bar to the new TV
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210420/63e3f24caf2879e0be2b72f8a0182998.jpg)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 20, 2021, 07:22:42 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/VHpnq19.jpg)
Post by: Jothra on April 20, 2021, 08:17:41 AM
Day 19You should have asked that panda to do it. Their bite force is incredible.
Today used the bladeless climber to cut a couple of pieces of mounting tape for attaching the WII sensor bar to the new TV
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210420/63e3f24caf2879e0be2b72f8a0182998.jpg)
Post by: Jothra on April 20, 2021, 08:36:22 AM
Nothing very exciting, tool-wise. I didn't even need kitchen stuff — lunch at work was larger than usual.
Oh, right! I fixed a chair at work using my trusty old multidriver. A'yup.
(https://i.imgur.com/FHngVXM.jpg)
I know this isn't a new picture, but cameras are frowned on where I work.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: Poncho65 on April 20, 2021, 11:35:13 AM
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 20, 2021, 09:30:50 PM
Today Rebar and bitset helped me at work.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210420/4ca535c1d425f45edeb240b12d37c588.jpg)
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Post by: Don Pablo on April 21, 2021, 12:48:18 AM
Snipping up a little paper. :climber:
(https://imgur.com/R1DZHUI.jpg)
Post by: pipedreams on April 21, 2021, 01:17:10 AM
Ti pry tool helped opening the sticky blade on this PTC that came in from eBay today.
Post by: Sos24 on April 21, 2021, 02:49:47 AM
The bladeless Climber’s awl helped open two packages.
One was a gift from Aloha - a Girl Scout knife for my collection
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210421/a11537d8c5c9c6549de7b748cf11797d.jpg)
The other was a new Fraz Labs flashlight
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210421/8b77ba4f3f004925e93a1e9f05fa83e7.jpg)
Post by: Jothra on April 21, 2021, 05:11:22 AM
In what may count as meta, I used two bike tools to disassemble my already modified Topeak Mini 6 bike tool. Then I used a chainsaw file to cut a groove in the frame to allow the 6mm tool to close flat with an 8mm adapter on it. Necessary? No. Fun? Yes!
(https://i.imgur.com/DAb61O5.gif)
Open! Close! Open! Close!
I may have to take it apart again to paint it all later, but the frame's aluminum, so it's not like I have to worry about rust.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 21, 2021, 11:51:26 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/GdvXQtG.jpg)
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 21, 2021, 08:59:15 PM
Today took Spirit with me cause needed good saw and pliers
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210421/186dd050bcaa212592fec82ef01cdeb7.jpg)
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Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 21, 2021, 10:02:16 PM
I am late again been a lot of travelling so not much to keep me company except my edc for the month.
My day 20 pic.
:cheers:
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 21, 2021, 10:07:29 PM
Trying my best to catch up to the right day. My day 21 kicked.
Had some work issue and there was a lot of searching in paperwork so no MT action . Mr Detective!
:cheers:
Post by: Sos24 on April 22, 2021, 12:07:39 AM
While making coffee on the twig stove, I wanted to split a couple sticks into smaller pieces. Most my knives would have handled it no problem, but instead used the bottle opener from the bladeless climber to pry it apart. Worked well enough.
I then used the hook to get a little bit of shredded chicken from Fisher’s icy out of his kong. It worked perfectly
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210421/21bd1e80d9799d5400d0157fdf4c389d.jpg)
Post by: pipedreams on April 22, 2021, 12:28:24 AM
No uses. But, my Wenger Air Traveler and baby Knipex pliers are ready at a moment’s notice.
Post by: Don Pablo on April 22, 2021, 12:53:40 AM
Swapped some screws for shorter ones.
(https://imgur.com/fTMNvIG.jpg)
Post by: Jothra on April 22, 2021, 06:39:40 AM
I used these titanium chopsticks to eat noodles:
(https://i.imgur.com/X4yCXmm.jpg)
Space Age eatin' sticks!
Obviously it's silly that they're titanium, but they were pretty cheap, and are decidedly stick-shaped.
I didn't need to cut the noodles, or the class of milk I had with them. Mind, you, I didn't use the chopsticks for the milk, either.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: Don Pablo on April 22, 2021, 09:34:39 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/F682JfT.png)No such thing as overkill, and they could be handy in a ninja attack. :cheers:
I used these titanium chopsticks to eat noodles:
(https://i.imgur.com/X4yCXmm.jpg)
Space Age eatin' sticks!
Obviously it's silly that they're titanium, but they were pretty cheap, and are decidedly stick-shaped.
I didn't need to cut the noodles, or the class of milk I had with them. Mind, you, I didn't use the chopsticks for the milk, either.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 22, 2021, 10:18:50 AM
More admin and then some more admin .Found a good way to end the day. There was no MT use again today but was a bit scary The rebar had fallen out the pouch and was MIA for an hour. Eventually found in a work mates car I had been in .
:drink:
Post by: Sos24 on April 22, 2021, 10:42:42 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/F682JfT.png)
I used these titanium chopsticks to eat noodles:
(https://i.imgur.com/X4yCXmm.jpg)
Space Age eatin' sticks!
Obviously it's silly that they're titanium, but they were pretty cheap, and are decidedly stick-shaped.
I didn't need to cut the noodles, or the class of milk I had with them. Mind, you, I didn't use the chopsticks for the milk, either.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Titanium is cool. Only justification needed
Hello day 22.
More admin and then some more admin .Found a good way to end the day. There was no MT use again today but was a bit scary The rebar had fallen out the pouch and was MIA for an hour. Eventually found in a work mates car I had been in .
:drink:
Missing MT can definitely be scary. Glad you found it.
Post by: Sos24 on April 22, 2021, 10:44:02 AM
Day 21Nice set
No uses. But, my Wenger Air Traveler and baby Knipex pliers are ready at a moment’s notice.
Day 21
Swapped some screws for shorter ones.
(https://imgur.com/fTMNvIG.jpg)
Good use.
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 22, 2021, 11:24:02 AM
Got a Fiskars Mr Pinchy! :mail: That monster awl is so pretty! :like: And those squeeze lights are cute. :dd: :hatsoff:
Packaging was opened with a combination of scissors and brute force.
(https://i.imgur.com/idYQRQP.jpg)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 22, 2021, 11:26:10 AM
I didn't use the chopsticks for the milk
Too bad. I would pay to see that. :cry:
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 22, 2021, 09:23:25 PM
Today Rebar & Vic bits
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210422/5cf05f5b1500758e2d770a208685bb50.jpg)
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Post by: Don Pablo on April 22, 2021, 11:14:03 PM
(https://imgur.com/WI5r98I.jpg)
Drilled some tiny holes in the contact tabs for a DIY battery box to better solder wires to. The (bladed!!! :ahhh ) Swisstool was used to stick the tabs into the box afterwards (just pliers, no blade. :tu: )
Post by: Sos24 on April 23, 2021, 03:21:00 AM
The YeoCho tweezers helped a young girl who fell at the playground and had a sliver in her hand. I also provided a bandaid for a cut.
Then the YeoCho combo tool helped put pit a split ring on a new flashlight for the keychain.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210423/035d15f353661c783eddcdca11d644bd.jpg)
Post by: pipedreams on April 23, 2021, 05:41:12 AM
No uses. I’m out of town and have these with me. I swear that I have not used a blade!
Post by: Jothra on April 23, 2021, 05:45:06 AM
[...] I swear that I have not used a blade!I swear that I have also not used your blade!
Post by: Jothra on April 23, 2021, 07:36:40 AM
My pockets today:
(https://i.imgur.com/pB8IMJy.jpg)
The U-lock key is the only thing here that didn't get used, because the bicycle was never alone outside.
KERmiT sliced a bunch of waxed cotton thread. The Park Tool removed a 2.5mm bolt, and the flashlight helped me find said bolt in the carpet under my desk. The USB stick transported files to a photocopier. The keys opened stuff. The wallet walleted.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 23, 2021, 11:57:54 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/sLsIc4e.jpg)
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 23, 2021, 09:28:21 PM
Investigating some sad looking concrete.
The pliers could remove the stones. Not very scientific test but tells the story.
:cheers:
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 23, 2021, 09:47:34 PM
Today Rebar and BitKit
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210423/e980d15ccb194e10760f30c66f6ab8ab.jpg)
Used today Rebar with bits to remove wrong locks what was pre-installed on new doors
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Post by: Don Pablo on April 23, 2021, 10:10:46 PM
I feel like I'm skirting around the fuzzy line that divides sharp tools from knives...
Cutting foam with one of the scissor blades:
(https://imgur.com/DzVwmVB.jpg)
Hacking a square hole in a board using Swisstool chisel:
(https://imgur.com/yFqHYaZ.jpg)
Post by: Jothra on April 23, 2021, 11:52:49 PM
Hello day 24.I've seen worse concrete, but that's not a contest with any winners.
Investigating some sad looking concrete.
The pliers could remove the stones. Not very scientific test but tells the story.
:cheers:
Post by: Jothra on April 24, 2021, 01:21:18 AM
I used a 2mm hex key to work out a knot today. It didn't work as well as a corkscrew, an old Wenger awl, or an actual marlinspike, but it got the job done.
The only blades in my computer are the fan blades, so I'm pretty sure the time I spent in The GIMP (https://www.gimp.org/) making these images is still challenge-friendly:
(https://i.imgur.com/Ed69kqU.png) (https://i.imgur.com/akVg80v.png)
Large and small!
This badge (in two sizes) is straight up just ReamerPunch's image from waaaaaaaay at the beginning of the challenge. I liked his basic idea, so I ran with it. I simplified the image, shrunk it, cleaned it up, and added some text. Then I cropped it, simplified it, shrunk it, and cleaned it up again.
I know we have several days left, so obviously there's a lot of time for other ideas. I may do a few different iterations myself, just for funzies.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: Sos24 on April 24, 2021, 04:01:06 AM
The YeoCho scissors cut the dog treats for Fisher’s jumpin’ jack. I also used the combo tool to open a box and a beer.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210424/ecd4220ef786f028854cb6041c25b796.jpg)
Post by: Jothra on April 24, 2021, 04:47:04 AM
Day 23Every single time you post about dog stuff, I smile.
The YeoCho scissors cut the dog treats for Fisher’s jumpin’ jack. I also used the combo tool to open a box and a beer.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210424/ecd4220ef786f028854cb6041c25b796.jpg)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 24, 2021, 05:24:55 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/Ed69kqU.png) (https://i.imgur.com/akVg80v.png)
Large and small!
This badge (in two sizes) is straight up just ReamerPunch's image from waaaaaaaay at the beginning of the challenge. I liked his basic idea, so I ran with it. I simplified the image, shrunk it, cleaned it up, and added some text. Then I cropped it, simplified it, shrunk it, and cleaned it up again.
Those are simply sweet. Fantastic work! :cheers: Another week and we'll get them! :like:
Post by: Jothra on April 24, 2021, 06:07:45 AM
Those are simply sweet. Fantastic work! :cheers: Another week and we'll get them! :like:The layout was basically your idea, so good work.
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 24, 2021, 06:43:04 AM
Post by: pipedreams on April 24, 2021, 07:09:39 AM
The only tool I used today.
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 24, 2021, 08:05:26 AM
It seems I cannot count and have my days mixed up
This should be my day 24 pic and I missed day 23 or called it wrong.
Anyway hopefully this will do.
Day 23/24.
A change from the Rebar. The Flair on duty today but still no knife used.
:cheers:
Post by: Jothra on April 24, 2021, 08:09:59 AM
It seems I cannot count and have my days mixed upDon't worry. If you could see the mangled, tangled mess of file names and numbers in my upload folder, you'd probably run screaming. It's like some kind of Lovecraftian nightmare.
Post by: Sos24 on April 24, 2021, 08:44:10 AM
Every single time you post about dog stuff, I smile.
:like: that makes me smile. I love and spoil my pup, so knowing it makes someone else smile is great.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210424/dd3699b0e8c6f8383dc53e14cf32d6dc.jpg)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 24, 2021, 08:50:28 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/GWAVmaz.jpg)
Post by: Sos24 on April 24, 2021, 11:26:37 AM
Still early in the day, but used the scissors of the PS Style to help make some cookies
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210424/e273e3968fffdd91a6b8d933bebaeeaa.jpg)
Post by: Jothra on April 24, 2021, 09:12:11 PM
:like: that makes me smile. I love and spoil my pup, so knowing it makes someone else smile is great.Bad news: your dog is clearly melting in that picture. I know it's very common, but science has yet to find a solution. More pats may help.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210424/dd3699b0e8c6f8383dc53e14cf32d6dc.jpg)
Day 24Oh yeah — I have a Style PS somewhere. I guess I could've been using that.
Still early in the day, but used the scissors of the PS Style to help make some cookies
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210424/e273e3968fffdd91a6b8d933bebaeeaa.jpg)
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 24, 2021, 09:35:04 PM
:like: that makes me smile. I love and spoil my pup, so knowing it makes someone else smile is great.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210424/dd3699b0e8c6f8383dc53e14cf32d6dc.jpg)
That face. :dd:
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 24, 2021, 09:54:10 PM
Today with SwissChamp helped me to rwmove old broken power supply feom my brothers computer.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210424/5315f5c2668e7a1df7c5ef1a77a152fb.jpg)
Only Tools Matters
Post by: pipedreams on April 25, 2021, 03:49:19 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/FwRGcU1.jpg)
Pokey and I opened the mail with SAK scissors.
Post by: Jothra on April 25, 2021, 04:07:17 AM
So a little while ago, I did some digging on Ebay, and found a Park Tool IB-11. I replaced the slot driver bit with 2mm and 2.5mm hex keys from an old IB-12, because I always have a slot screwdriver around somewhere, and rarely need it for my bicycle anyway. Besides, some of my bike accessories (notably the computer mount and bell) require 2.4mm hex for some weird reason.
For those with better memories than mine, that modified tool was in my Day 0 post on February 28th (well, April 1st, but it wasn't even 1 a.m. yet.)
(https://i.imgur.com/3WvIer2.jpg)
Shown here with KERmiT, my surprisingly versatile CRKT KERT.
Digging around in a parts box produced a pile of different appropriately-sized steel washers, so I used a non-bladed hex key and a non-bladed 10cm crescent wrench to completely take apart the IB-11, and replace all the not-great nylon washers with metal ones.
(https://i.imgur.com/OJJeRRL.jpg)
In person it looks like a whole new tool.
Then I slathered in the blue thread locker so it won't all fall apart when I'm cranking on some stuck bolt.
Full disclosure: despite all my bicycling-related posts lately, I almost never need a bike tool in my pocket. If a bicycle needs work in the apartment, I have a whole toolbox just for my bike-specific tools, and if it needs work on the road, I have everything I need in my under-saddle tool roll. I just like tools.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: Jothra on April 25, 2021, 04:08:50 AM
Day 24
(https://i.imgur.com/FwRGcU1.jpg)
Pokey and I opened the mail with SAK scissors.
That dog is fuzzy.
Well, I mean, of course the dog is fuzzy, but the dog is extra fuzzy because the camera focused right in on those attractive stonewashed scissors.
Post by: Jothra on April 25, 2021, 08:22:39 AM
[...] some of my bike accessories (notably the computer mount and bell) require 2.4mm hex for some weird reason.Oops. Try 2.5mm.
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 25, 2021, 08:57:31 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/sKOW5wu.jpg)
Post by: Jothra on April 25, 2021, 08:59:00 AM
Day 25You remind me that I should really drink more ginger beer. It's delightfully zangy.
(https://i.imgur.com/sKOW5wu.jpg)
Post by: Don Pablo on April 25, 2021, 10:14:28 AM
Might be a bit gory, but here's a small pliers I sometimes use for small screws.
Post by: Jothra on April 25, 2021, 10:21:19 AM
Late day 24:I don't know why this reminds me of Bionic Lobster...but this reminds me of Bionic Lobster.
Might be a bit gory, but here's a small pliers I sometimes use for small screws.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMQrSxIlIo4
Post by: Sos24 on April 25, 2021, 09:12:07 PM
I don't know why this reminds me of Bionic Lobster...but this reminds me of Bionic Lobster.That is awesome.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMQrSxIlIo4
Post by: Jothra on April 25, 2021, 09:19:19 PM
That is awesome.There is a comic book tie-in and everything. The fact that someone at Leatherman thought this was a good idea gives me hope for humanity.
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 25, 2021, 09:36:52 PM
Today again SwissChamp. Used pliers,scissors and awl to build my little daughter cardboard house.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210425/88e16deae895dabae031b8e8963de9d2.jpg)
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Post by: Jothra on April 25, 2021, 09:45:52 PM
Day 25 of 30Any story that involves making things for children is a good story.
Today again SwissChamp. Used pliers,scissors and awl to build my little daughter cardboard house.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210425/88e16deae895dabae031b8e8963de9d2.jpg)
Only Tools Matters
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 25, 2021, 11:03:02 PM
A quick plug swap with the Rebar and my only molded Leatherman.
I think the E4 pliers are a great little tool.
:cheers:
Post by: pipedreams on April 26, 2021, 12:05:03 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/ttvy14n.jpg)
Nip goes the Wenger Air Traveler.
Post by: Sos24 on April 26, 2021, 02:51:04 AM
The scissors on the Style PS worked perfect for pulling the end of the bag roll through the slot.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210426/c4c1e39852bfba006bc74d72f82f4103.jpg)
I also used the KERT to open a package and the YeoCho scissors to trim a bag.
Post by: Jothra on April 26, 2021, 06:09:05 AM
[...]The KERT punches waaaaaay above its weight. My KERT was far and away the star for me this challenge...until I channeled my inner troglodyte, and started tearing everything apart with my bare hands.
I also used the KERT to open a package and the YeoCho scissors to trim a bag.
Post by: Jothra on April 26, 2021, 07:42:33 AM
Me, not using any blades today:
(https://i.imgur.com/RpNIWJL.jpg)
Look at how no blades I am!
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: Don Pablo on April 26, 2021, 10:15:31 AM
Showcase of my lovely bladeless MP400 that mags so generously gifted. :salute:
The plier mechanism here is fun! :2tu:
(https://imgur.com/ag0vkkx.jpg)
(Knife replaced by file)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 26, 2021, 11:11:22 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/4rH28mF.jpg)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 26, 2021, 11:11:49 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/RrMebQh.png)
Me, not using any blades today:
(https://i.imgur.com/RpNIWJL.jpg)
Look at how no blades I am!
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
How about a Brute Force Challenge? :pok:
Post by: Jothra on April 26, 2021, 11:42:32 AM
How about a Force Challenge? :pok:That is almost every challenge I've ever done. And not just on MTo.
Post by: Don Pablo on April 26, 2021, 12:59:37 PM
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 26, 2021, 08:26:46 PM
Today SwissChamp and its pliers helped me to remove blown fuse at my car.
This challenge has been real tease to me since i cannot use blades, used awl, can opener and scissors instead of blades and few times gived me headache how to use everything else except blades.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210426/034470f3fb167d3a3188388236192b44.jpg)
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Post by: Don Pablo on April 27, 2021, 12:36:42 AM
Naught but a pen used today... :ahhh
Post by: pipedreams on April 27, 2021, 01:18:02 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/Mc2L3zP.jpg)
Air Traveler opened colored doodads from Victorinox USA.
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 27, 2021, 03:52:35 AM
I have not used this pen for a while so cleaning was needed.
Still no blade used although I was tempted when I saw my Wave late yesterday.
Only 4 more days !!!!
:cheers:
Post by: Jothra on April 27, 2021, 06:23:40 AM
Poor Vicky :DExcept...
(https://i.imgur.com/MHU9haF.png)
No particularly exciting tool stuff going on, so here's Vicky in her current titanium scales.
(https://i.imgur.com/cLDFALz.jpg)
Still on kitchen duty — or will be again, once this challenge is over.
Some persuading managed to get the hook back to 100%, and I finally fixed the wobbly awl by lightly peening the appropriate pin. It could have ended poorly, but I didn't donk it up. Whew!
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Edit: this is my 996th post. I should have saved Vicky for 1000.
Post by: Sos24 on April 27, 2021, 06:54:33 AM
Opened a bag of Eater candy using the Bladeless climber.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210427/15f32a930c84efebeb162f2d3b6c32a4.jpg)
Post by: Jothra on April 27, 2021, 07:10:15 AM
Day 26 (a little late)Thanks to that picture, all I can see is you opening that candy with the vise grips.
Opened a bag of Eater candy using the Bladeless climber.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210427/15f32a930c84efebeb162f2d3b6c32a4.jpg)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 27, 2021, 11:12:48 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/V08CmpS.jpg)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 27, 2021, 12:22:35 PM
Post by: Sos24 on April 27, 2021, 03:25:25 PM
Thanks to that picture, all I can see is you opening that candy with the vise grips.
Sorry, Fisher wanted to make sure his vise grips (and the treat they are holding got included).
Post by: pipedreams on April 27, 2021, 09:41:44 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/QIvPvq8.jpg)
Worst. Box. Opener. Ever. :rofl:
Post by: pipedreams on April 27, 2021, 09:42:42 PM
Post by: Don Pablo on April 28, 2021, 12:52:48 AM
Carried my Rambler, only used the scissors to cut some thread.
Post by: Sos24 on April 28, 2021, 01:56:45 AM
No blade was used, but the KERT did help open a new Mora
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210427/0456c5c74fc783225d0a02d6fb8302a8.jpg)
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 28, 2021, 02:01:55 AM
Definitely no knife today. Left home in the dark early morning and left the Rebar on the counter.
Knifeless and MTooless as well and I am not even on an airplane!!!!
Keys only pic today !! :cry:
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 28, 2021, 02:10:52 AM
Day 27
No blade was used, but the KERT did help open a new Mora
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210427/0456c5c74fc783225d0a02d6fb8302a8.jpg)
Nice Companion! :like:
There is also a Companion Spark, basically a Companion with a ferro rod in the handle and 90° spine. :cheers:
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 28, 2021, 04:58:40 AM
Used saw today to cut some plastic pipes and pliers to take out splinter i got.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210428/4ae12e9e3e7ebf1fcc22dbd58476ad9d.jpg)
Only Tools Matters
Post by: Jothra on April 28, 2021, 06:20:23 AM
For the first time in the whole challenge, I needed a blade, and nothing else would do. Because it was at work, and I was working with paper, I used the cheap X-Acto knife I keep in my desk for just such an emergency. Also because it was work, there are no photos.
(https://i.imgur.com/Fo3RT9F.jpg)
Artist's rendition.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: Sos24 on April 28, 2021, 07:16:21 AM
Nice Companion! :like:
There is also a Companion Spark, basically a Companion with a ferro rod in the handle and 90° spine. :cheers:
I contemplated the Companion Spark, especially because it is a collaboration with Lite My Fire which makes my favorite ferro rod. If I like this one and can figure out a mod to make the holster left-handed, I may get the Spark.
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 28, 2021, 07:56:30 AM
More carbs.
(https://i.imgur.com/Rm4Jr9J.jpg)
Post by: Jothra on April 28, 2021, 08:00:25 AM
Day 28Well, I certainly read that as crabs.
More carbs.
(https://i.imgur.com/Rm4Jr9J.jpg)
Post by: Jothra on April 28, 2021, 08:18:43 AM
Post by: Don Pablo on April 28, 2021, 09:08:54 AM
That photoshop is too creepy :D
Post by: pipedreams on April 28, 2021, 11:50:42 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/CAVhkAh.jpg)
I have been looking for an early (S30v) CRK Professional Soldier for a looooong time. I opened a package containing one with my Wenger Air Traveler today. Stoked!!!
Post by: Don Pablo on April 29, 2021, 01:14:09 AM
MP400 is a fun tool to use. :tu:
(https://imgur.com/e0kBABY.jpg)
Post by: Sos24 on April 29, 2021, 03:39:20 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/SHbCCMz.png):rofl:
Day 28Very nice knife
(https://i.imgur.com/CAVhkAh.jpg)
I have been looking for an early (S30v) CRK Professional Soldier for a looooong time. I opened a package containing one with my Wenger Air Traveler today. Stoked!!!
Post by: Sos24 on April 29, 2021, 03:47:00 AM
The YeoCho magnifying glass helped me inspect Fisher’s paw that he was favoring a little. Fortunately, it was just a tiny pebble caught between the pads.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210429/46b50f123f27bbb2fa0d813def7630dc.jpg)
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 29, 2021, 04:34:45 AM
Used Rebar today to open bolts and used file to round some edges on counter what we installed today.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210429/d70c2266019db66d2470cf06bb8c44fb.jpg)
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Post by: Jothra on April 29, 2021, 05:26:32 AM
Day 28You can write whatever you want. but all I see is "canine detective uses magnifying glass to take a bite out of crime."
The YeoCho magnifying glass helped me inspect Fisher’s paw that he was favoring a little. Fortunately, it was just a tiny pebble caught between the pads.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210429/46b50f123f27bbb2fa0d813def7630dc.jpg)
Post by: Jothra on April 29, 2021, 07:03:24 AM
Digging around in a box of junk looking for an old HDMI adapter, I found my Gerber Zip Hex!
(https://i.imgur.com/VEiJM5R.jpg)
Yaaaaaaaaay!
It's a shame these are discontinued. They were great. It helped me install new pedals (I have full-sized hex keys I could use, but why not?)
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 29, 2021, 07:36:36 AM
A lot of driving and v little MT action.
A good end of day though.
:cheers:
Post by: Jothra on April 29, 2021, 08:10:16 AM
Post by: Jothra on April 29, 2021, 08:15:15 AM
Hello day 28.It's amazing that your Rebar can drink beer. Is that a special function in the knifeless version?
A lot of driving and v little MT action.
A good end of day though.
:cheers:
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=86533.0;attach=509786;image)
(Sorry. My Obtuse-o-Tron is set to 11 tonight.)
Post by: Sos24 on April 29, 2021, 08:57:55 AM
You can write whatever you want. but all I see is "canine detective uses magnifying glass to take a bite out of crime.":rofl: that is awesome
Day 29
Unfortunately, the same paw was bothering him again this morning. This time I examined it again using magnifying glass and headlamp. He had 4 little seed pods stuck deep between his paw pads. The tweezers helped pull them out.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210429/803cb475c2a39dfc79d70d9ff8e6b4e3.jpg)
Some soothing salve and a little chicken helped ease the irritation.
Post by: Sos24 on April 29, 2021, 08:59:20 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/TyfJA1Y.png)That is an interesting look tool. I love small pocket sized tools, when they work.
Digging around in a box of junk looking for an old HDMI adapter, I found my Gerber Zip Hex!
(https://i.imgur.com/VEiJM5R.jpg)
Yaaaaaaaaay!
It's a shame these are discontinued. They were great. It helped me install new pedals (I have full-sized hex keys I could use, but why not?)
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: Sos24 on April 29, 2021, 09:04:19 AM
Hello day 28.Awesome use.
A lot of driving and v little MT action.
A good end of day though.
:cheers:
It's amazing that your Rebar can drink beer. Is that a special function in the knifeless version?That type of humor just adds a great element
(Sorry. My Obtuse-o-Tron is set to 11 tonight.)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 29, 2021, 09:30:31 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/tvnnKEX.jpg)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 29, 2021, 09:31:51 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/JyqZNLI.png)
I used a 2mm hex key to work out a knot today. It didn't work as well as a corkscrew, an old Wenger awl, or an actual marlinspike, but it got the job done.
The only blades in my computer are the fan blades, so I'm pretty sure the time I spent in The GIMP (https://www.gimp.org/) making these images is still challenge-friendly:
(https://i.imgur.com/Ed69kqU.png) (https://i.imgur.com/akVg80v.png)
Large and small!
This badge (in two sizes) is straight up just ReamerPunch's image from waaaaaaaay at the beginning of the challenge. I liked his basic idea, so I ran with it. I simplified the image, shrunk it, cleaned it up, and added some text. Then I cropped it, simplified it, shrunk it, and cleaned it up again.
I know we have several days left, so obviously there's a lot of time for other ideas. I may do a few different iterations myself, just for funzies.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Since this is close to the end, I just wanted to remind everyone that we have the badge design ready. :pok:
Post by: Jothra on April 29, 2021, 10:36:21 AM
That is an interesting look tool. I love small pocket sized tools, when they work.That "when they work" part is very important. I originally bought the Zip Hex as a silly novelty, but it turned out to be a real champ. I thought I'd lost it forever, and the most reasonably priced one I found on the intertubes is in Australia. I'm glad I found mine before I made that purchase. It would have been a long wait, and not super cheap.
Post by: pipedreams on April 29, 2021, 06:11:54 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/EwvJOp6.jpg)
Combo tool is a fair box opener.
Post by: Sos24 on April 29, 2021, 07:44:00 PM
Day 29Yes it is. I sharpen the corner on many of mine to make them work better at box opening.
(https://i.imgur.com/EwvJOp6.jpg)
Combo tool is a fair box opener.
Post by: pipedreams on April 29, 2021, 08:53:10 PM
Yes it is. I sharpen the corner on many of mine to make them work better at box opening.That’s a good idea.
Post by: Don Pablo on April 30, 2021, 12:28:21 AM
Spent too long today doing tasks with this particular multitool
(https://imgur.com/dRxJjvO.jpg)
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 30, 2021, 04:37:29 AM
Rebar was helping me to install furnitures at work, phillips and large bitdriver was most used tools.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210430/14f682483fe3a32dde468e7aeac2f172.jpg)
Only Tools Matters
Post by: Jothra on April 30, 2021, 08:06:28 AM
The only tool I used today was Staying Up Way Too Late After A Long Day. Derp.
I'll have to think of a suitable picture when I can think straight.
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 30, 2021, 09:11:25 AM
Awesome use.The Rebar battles a bit with too much liquid so I have to help often . There can be a bit of rust or stickiness so it is better I solve the problem. It stops my throat getting too dusty as well .
That type of humor just adds a great element
Post by: Pauldmmwc on April 30, 2021, 09:13:05 AM
Removal of the dust cap or seal from my CO2 bottle.
One more day!!!
:cheers:
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 30, 2021, 10:36:27 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/BYIaxdi.jpg)
Post by: pipedreams on April 30, 2021, 07:30:22 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/8fXxK6Z.jpg)
The Raptor has been the MVP this challenge. I’m glad to move back to using blades.
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 30, 2021, 07:55:15 PM
Last day and today my Rebar was used fully, all tools was today needed, everything else except eyeglass was used while installing furnitures and eyeglass driver was used to tighten my eyeglasses.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210430/9750425fd862d876aa7ef816057e8af1.jpg)
This was probably most hardest challenge so far cause i couldnt use blades, needed to improvise most cases where i normally use blades. Now abused my work scissors more than ever also my SwissChamps awl and scissors was used but probably used my work scissors so much that i may need new pair.
I have Fiskars PowerArc as my work scissors, on this challenge i used scissors more than ever, only downside on is scissors is that it cannot yet fully replace blades while cutting felt-covered roof cause cannot cut it when it is in place.
Only Tools Matters
Post by: Sos24 on April 30, 2021, 11:15:40 PM
I just realized it is the last of the challenge.
The YeoCho continued to prove valuable.
The YeoCho scissors helped cut open a plastic mail bag. The scissors also helped to cut some velcro to create a patch panel on one of my old bags so I could display some of my patches.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210430/81070666983ac52110a5d05d90983990.jpg)
I used the YeoCho mini-driver for tightening the nose piece on my sunglasses.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210430/d5ef6f3cea70eb21cc4e5d956ba0fbdf.jpg)
I did need to use the saw of the Farmer X to cut some twigs, but the blade was not used.
It has been a fun challenge, but definitely challenging. As much as I like the YeoCho and its toolset,I will enjoy getting back to using and carrying my knives. Yes, knives plural. Some may think no one needs a knife, and I agree because everyone should have multiple for various purposes.
Post by: Jothra on May 01, 2021, 12:14:55 AM
The Rebar battles a bit with too much liquid so I have to help often . There can be a bit of rust or stickiness so it is better I solve the problem. It stops my throat getting too dusty as well .This is a good response. I was going to try to photoshop a GIF of a Leatherman guzzling beer, but it sounds like too much work.
Post by: Explorer on May 01, 2021, 12:39:30 AM
Day 30Awesome patches! Especially the MacGyver school of engineering :salute:
I just realized it is the last of the challenge.
The YeoCho continued to prove valuable.
The YeoCho scissors helped cut open a plastic mail bag. The scissors also helped to cut some velcro to create a patch panel on one of my old bags so I could display some of my patches.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210430/81070666983ac52110a5d05d90983990.jpg)
I used the YeoCho mini-driver for tightening the nose piece on my sunglasses.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210430/d5ef6f3cea70eb21cc4e5d956ba0fbdf.jpg)
I did need to use the saw of the Farmer X to cut some twigs, but the blade was not used.
It has been a fun challenge, but definitely challenging. As much as I like the YeoCho and its toolset,I will enjoy getting back to using and carrying my knives. Yes, knives plural. Some may think no one needs a knife, and I agree because everyone should have multiple for various purposes.
:cheers:
Post by: Don Pablo on May 01, 2021, 01:01:51 AM
For the final day I made good use of these. :salute:
Post by: Jothra on May 01, 2021, 01:02:26 AM
The Rebar battles a bit with too much liquid so I have to help often . There can be a bit of rust or stickiness so it is better I solve the problem. It stops my throat getting too dusty as well .
Okay, this will do, and it was more fun anyway. Consider this the missing picture from my post yesterday, too.
(https://i.imgur.com/c1bl0dl.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/qyixni0.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: Jothra on May 01, 2021, 01:10:27 AM
The Zip Hex doing it's thing, and helping me swap out my computer mount with this computer mount I've superglued a bell under (bells are required by law here, so I may as well stick it under the mount instead of cluttering up my bars.).
(https://i.imgur.com/vPGBiOc.jpg)
One of the best Gerber tools. That isn't a snark — I like the Zip Hex about as much as the Shard, which is quite a bit.
(https://i.imgur.com/8l7xS4s.png)
Post by: Jothra on May 01, 2021, 01:32:21 AM
I went into this challenge thinking it would be simple, and, for the most part, easy.
Honestly, I was right.
I'm quite used to carrying a clasp knife (sometimes a Wenger or Ruike, but usually a Victorinox), and there were definitely many, many things I could have done faster with a knife in my pocket, but necessity is the mother of invention. I can 100% see how a person could just not bother carrying a bladed tool on them — if you're unlikely to need it, why bother?
That said, I'm going right back to carrying one, though it may sometimes be a more diminutive model than before (depending on my activity, obviously.)
(https://i.imgur.com/4XpC9gn.png)
The sheet on which I drew all my silly headings.
So, challenge accepted, and challenge conquered. Good job, everyone here. We were all likely outside of our comfort zone for a whole thirty days, and we're probably better people for it.
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Post by: Pauldmmwc on May 01, 2021, 02:03:04 AM
Last day of a bit of a hard month. The blade was missed but we survived.
Thanks to the team for interesting pics.
My last pic has a blade in it but not used today. This will be my EDC for the next month I think.
Well done the Rebar.
:cheers:
Post by: Jothra on May 01, 2021, 05:48:49 AM
Hello day 30.I have a very high opinion of the Rebar, so I'm not at all surprised the knifeless one did well by you this month.
Last day of a bit of a hard month. The blade was missed but we survived.
Thanks to the team for interesting pics.
My last pic has a blade in it but not used today. This will be my EDC for the next month I think.
Well done the Rebar.
:cheers:
Post by: pipedreams on May 01, 2021, 03:08:42 PM
Post by: ReamerPunch on May 02, 2021, 07:33:42 AM
Post by: Don Pablo on May 02, 2021, 10:32:56 AM
Post by: SteveC on May 02, 2021, 01:41:14 PM
Post by: ReamerPunch on May 02, 2021, 01:46:20 PM
Thanks Steve! And Jothra, thank you too! :hatsoff:
And thank you to everyone who participated or followed along! :cheers:
Post by: Jothra on May 02, 2021, 09:53:17 PM
:salute:Thanks for setting up the challenge, boss!
Thanks Steve! And Jothra, thank you too! :hatsoff:
And thank you to everyone who participated or followed along! :cheers:
Post by: Sos24 on May 02, 2021, 11:31:21 PM
Thanks Steve for your wonderful work as admin.
Thanks RP for hosting.
Post by: Poncho65 on May 03, 2021, 03:20:18 AM
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Post by: Pauldmmwc on May 03, 2021, 04:40:56 AM
Post by: pipedreams on May 03, 2021, 05:29:55 AM
Post by: Antti Lammi on May 03, 2021, 07:45:03 AM
Just awarded Jothra, pipedreams, Don Pablo, Sos24, Antti Lammi and Pauldmmwc the badge :cheers: Those that still don't have the badge (if any), go and request and we will get it to you :tu: Congrats to everyone :cheers:Thanks Poncho
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Post by: Jothra on May 03, 2021, 06:09:57 PM
Post by: ReamerPunch on May 03, 2021, 06:23:23 PM
Post by: Don Pablo on May 03, 2021, 07:18:17 PM
Thank you all for the awesome challenge and the badge. :salute: