Post by: NKlamerus on December 11, 2014, 07:00:52 AM
Although i do want to know what your Fidgeting is, there are certain things out there actully called fidgets. They are simply toys/doohickies that occupy the hands while you listen think, type, etc...
Ill start. I found these on Etsy and absolutely love them. They are silent, and can be exposed in general public and classroom environments.
I DO realize A.L.O.T. of yall just flick knives, or open MTs, or roll coins but i want to KNOW about it in this thread.
Note* I may be using these findings for a statistics class. As "fidgets" are also used in ESE Settings .
Post by: NKlamerus on December 11, 2014, 07:07:45 AM
Post by: PTRSAK on December 11, 2014, 07:35:45 AM
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=56375.0;attach=136144;image)
I spend a lot of fidget time flicking the caribiner on my Style CS
Post by: zoidberg on December 11, 2014, 08:03:22 AM
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5615/15799044136_13d5b53b34.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/q57eoG)
Post by: Corwyn on December 11, 2014, 08:30:24 AM
Oh...and eternal bubble wrap....(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/12/10/6d08d1a0308e385942ab8808155a256d.jpg)
(http://i61.tinypic.com/rcnhnb.jpg)
Where can I find this gem? :drool:
Post by: Kampfer on December 11, 2014, 08:56:20 AM
Post by: ducttapetech on December 11, 2014, 11:18:22 AM
Post by: Corwyn on December 11, 2014, 11:25:40 AM
I play with my " " when I am bored, but I can't show you any pictures. :P
Why? Not visible on camera? Need a Macro lens? >:D
Post by: PTRSAK on December 11, 2014, 12:23:39 PM
Zippos. I am always opening and closing my Zippo. And if I am very bored, I will start doing tricks with it.
I used to fiddle with my Zippo back when I was a smoker. one hand pinch opening and then close.. repeat ad nauseam.
TING-clunk
TING-clunk
TING-clunk
TING-clunk
TING-clunk
TING-clunk
TING-clunk
TING-clunk
TING-clunk
TING-clunk
TING-clunk
well, you get the picture
Post by: kkokkolis on December 11, 2014, 01:11:26 PM
Lately I have many more fidgets all the sudden (I don't blame just kirky but the whole MTO, kirk is ofcourse a prominent member of MTO and takes his share). Spirit (music!), Charge TTi (OHO blades), Crunch (tight the screw and lock jaws), alox Harvester and now my Animus (sexy scales), Swisschamp (I open and close the fiscaler one handed), Juice (the bottle opener), Opinel (OHO) etc, you name it. Some times it's the Pocketwrench, spinning around and caressing the lustfull stainless steel.
But the real fidget, one that serves no other function other than reducing stress or boredom and producing delight is the MTO pocker chip. I love stainless steel but it gets cold and sometimes it isn't well finished and it has sharp edges. But the chip is perfect, in comfort temperature and feeling between silky and velvety, perfectly round and symmetric, it is the third best tactile experience after female skin and chinchilla.
Post by: zoidberg on December 11, 2014, 01:16:52 PM
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3936/15620681832_f2094b598c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pNm5uy)
Post by: Kampfer on December 11, 2014, 10:00:13 PM
No, because normally it is inside someone else. :pok:I play with my " " when I am bored, but I can't show you any pictures. :P
Why? Not visible on camera? Need a Macro lens? >:D
Post by: NKlamerus on December 12, 2014, 06:44:55 PM
Post by: NKlamerus on December 15, 2014, 01:49:32 AM
Post by: NKlamerus on December 15, 2014, 01:51:13 AM
Post by: glorn on December 15, 2014, 03:43:01 AM
I EDC anywhere from 5-12 of them daily. I will squeeze three of them in my palm and kind of grind them on each other and roll them around. Or I will just cup them in my hand and rattle them a bit.
Rolling them is also the obvious fidget and time killer, and I do that too. And of course I do roll dice games with my friends at the bar often.
They probably are my most important edc item after blade, light, lighter, wallet, phone.
If you don't mind taking the time to learn a few simple games, dice are extremely versatile entertainment.
And a lovely smooth and satisfyingly clackety fidget.
Post by: glorn on December 15, 2014, 03:51:40 AM
Post by: NKlamerus on December 15, 2014, 11:33:14 PM
Post by: glorn on December 16, 2014, 04:19:43 AM
Post by: pfrsantos on December 16, 2014, 02:06:51 PM
Meridian balls - Chinese balls, how to roll them #1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=caJCwqGKRCY#ws)
Now you made me start thinking of getting some at work, too.
:facepalm:
Post by: eddie1115 on December 16, 2014, 11:29:03 PM
At home, chinese musical balls.
Meridian balls - Chinese balls, how to roll them #1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=caJCwqGKRCY#ws)
Now you made me start thinking of getting some at work, too.
:facepalm:
I forgot I had some of these, they are now back on my desk (which is work and home for me :) ). Thanks for the reminder :tu:
Post by: pfrsantos on December 17, 2014, 12:52:24 PM
At home, chinese musical balls.
Meridian balls - Chinese balls, how to roll them #1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=caJCwqGKRCY#ws)
Now you made me start thinking of getting some at work, too.
:facepalm:
I forgot I had some of these, they are now back on my desk (which is work and home for me :) ). Thanks for the reminder :tu:
They're great, right? Love the sound and the smooth feeling. I'll try to get some for work, there's a lot of chinese 1 Euro shops around.
:D :D
Post by: Chako on December 17, 2014, 01:06:47 PM
I bought them at the time because I found them beautiful.
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/Chako_photo002/IMG_6982small_zps5d6e0d2a.jpg) (http://s145.photobucket.com/user/Chako_photo/media/Chako_photo002/IMG_6982small_zps5d6e0d2a.jpg.html)
Post by: eddie1115 on December 17, 2014, 04:59:09 PM
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/12/17/4aef15657f2e5cbda80ec29a0a434301.jpg)
Post by: kkokkolis on December 17, 2014, 08:09:24 PM
Post by: Tofty on December 18, 2014, 01:37:56 AM
I got an interesting fiddle pen recently:
(http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z42/Toftylicious/Tactical%20Pen/UsusiPen014c_zpsdab38af6.jpg) (http://s194.photobucket.com/user/Toftylicious/media/Tactical%20Pen/UsusiPen014c_zpsdab38af6.jpg.html)
The Usus. i pen. The two halves are held together with magnets, while the wave shaped interface lets the two halves connect in either the open or closed position. The main fiddle factor is that while holding it, one end can be flicked round 180 degrees from one open position to another, with a gentle thumb movement. Seeing how many times it can be flicked before it inevitably drops into the closed position.
I think I bought it for £11, so it's not too bad.
Another and even more fiddlable magnet pen is the Polar Pen: http://polarpen.com/
Basically it's made almost entirely from small magnets, allowing it's complete disassembly and rebuilding as something else. I'm debating whether to get one or not. I've been on a big pen bender for small and/or unusual pens, which will become apparent when I finally get round to doing some reviews.
Post by: enki_ck on December 18, 2014, 01:46:58 AM
Begleri (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTrblF0oKSQ#)
Post by: NKlamerus on December 18, 2014, 01:48:48 AM
I do this.There is a name for that. And I can't remember what it is.
Begleri (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTrblF0oKSQ#)
Did you assemble that particular "insert name here" or did you order one?
Any preference to bead material or rope material?
Post by: enki_ck on December 18, 2014, 01:56:22 AM
I do this.There is a name for that. And I can't remember what it is.
Begleri (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTrblF0oKSQ#)
Did you assemble that particular "insert name here" or did you order one?
Any preference to bead material or rope material?
The name of the video should have been a hint. ;) Begleri. :D
The version with more beads is called Komboloi and is used a bit differently but KK should be able to explain it better.
Yup. Made that one years ago from two dice and a shoelace. I made a few with monkey balls too.
Post by: NKlamerus on December 18, 2014, 02:00:58 AM
My bad. I don't see a name on Tapatalk, it's just a video that plays when I click on it!I do this.There is a name for that. And I can't remember what it is.
Begleri (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTrblF0oKSQ#)
Did you assemble that particular "insert name here" or did you order one?
Any preference to bead material or rope material?
The name of the video should have been a hint. ;) Begleri. :D
The version with more beads is called Komboloi and is used a bit differently but KK should be able to explain it better.
Yup. Made that one years ago from two dice and a shoelace. I made a few with monkey balls too.
I'd like to switch my EDC to full anodized titanium. I wonder If 2 titanium beads would be too loud for a college class? Monkeys Fist would be the next best option. I just hate tying them out of paracord!
Post by: enki_ck on December 18, 2014, 02:07:00 AM
Great for in between classes though.
Post by: NKlamerus on December 18, 2014, 02:27:37 AM
Those balls look awfully addictive.Those pens are very interesting. Especially the polar, I wonder why having a pen that acts as a protractor wouldn't be standard issue for an artist or engineer. The ability to draw a circle is NOT a common ability....
I got an interesting fiddle pen recently:
(http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z42/Toftylicious/Tactical%20Pen/UsusiPen014c_zpsdab38af6.jpg) (http://s194.photobucket.com/user/Toftylicious/media/Tactical%20Pen/UsusiPen014c_zpsdab38af6.jpg.html)
The Usus. i pen. The two halves are held together with magnets, while the wave shaped interface lets the two halves connect in either the open or closed position. The main fiddle factor is that while holding it, one end can be flicked round 180 degrees from one open position to another, with a gentle thumb movement. Seeing how many times it can be flicked before it inevitably drops into the closed position.
I think I bought it for £11, so it's not too bad.
Another and even more fiddlable magnet pen is the Polar Pen: http://polarpen.com/ (http://polarpen.com/)
Basically it's made almost entirely from small magnets, allowing it's complete disassembly and rebuilding as something else. I'm debating whether to get one or not. I've been on a big pen bender for small and/or unusual pens, which will become apparent when I finally get round to doing some reviews.
Post by: NKlamerus on December 18, 2014, 02:29:53 AM
Too loud and dangerous for class I'd say. It took a friend whole 5 seconds from "Let me try it." to firing them straight into his face. :facepalm:I'll probably end up buying one. I should start a poll just for "forum induced purchases" and see how much money we spend in a month because of this place!
Great for in between classes though.
I think it'd be even better to combine it as a lanyard. People would never know it's dual purpose!
Post by: enki_ck on December 18, 2014, 02:31:37 AM
I use it as a zipper puller on my winter jackets.Too loud and dangerous for class I'd say. It took a friend whole 5 seconds from "Let me try it." to firing them straight into his face. :facepalm:I'll probably end up buying one. I should start a poll just for "forum induced purchases" and see how much money we spend in a month because of this place!
Great for in between classes though.
I think it'd be even better to combine it as a lanyard. People would never know it's dual purpose!
Post by: NKlamerus on December 18, 2014, 02:33:00 AM
That would be perfect.I use it as a zipper puller on my winter jackets.Too loud and dangerous for class I'd say. It took a friend whole 5 seconds from "Let me try it." to firing them straight into his face. :facepalm:I'll probably end up buying one. I should start a poll just for "forum induced purchases" and see how much money we spend in a month because of this place!
Great for in between classes though.
I think it'd be even better to combine it as a lanyard. People would never know it's dual purpose!
Post by: zoidberg on December 18, 2014, 02:38:57 AM
I use it as a zipper puller on my winter jackets.Too loud and dangerous for class I'd say. It took a friend whole 5 seconds from "Let me try it." to firing them straight into his face. :facepalm:I'll probably end up buying one. I should start a poll just for "forum induced purchases" and see how much money we spend in a month because of this place!
Great for in between classes though.
I think it'd be even better to combine it as a lanyard. People would never know it's dual purpose!
I use mine as a keyring fob.
Post by: NKlamerus on December 18, 2014, 05:17:40 AM
I do this.Is this your video? If so I believe you were the one mentioned over on EDCF? The thread Noone tagged yoy in until you found it yourself lol
Begleri (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTrblF0oKSQ#)
Post by: enki_ck on December 18, 2014, 07:00:41 AM
Yup. :DI do this.Is this your video? If so I believe you were the one mentioned over on EDCF? The thread Noone tagged yoy in until you found it yourself lol
Begleri (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTrblF0oKSQ#)
Post by: zoidberg on December 18, 2014, 07:04:51 AM
Linky? :pok:Yup. :DI do this.Is this your video? If so I believe you were the one mentioned over on EDCF? The thread Noone tagged yoy in until you found it yourself lol
Begleri (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTrblF0oKSQ#)
Post by: enki_ck on December 18, 2014, 10:10:56 AM
http://edcforums.com/threads/begleri-a-fun-and-simple-pocket-sized-skill-toy.86931/Linky? :pok:Yup. :DI do this.Is this your video? If so I believe you were the one mentioned over on EDCF? The thread Noone tagged yoy in until you found it yourself lol
Begleri (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTrblF0oKSQ#)
Post by: Chako on December 18, 2014, 10:26:21 AM
I found these at a local store and bought a pair with the idea of gifting them to close friends....but I am having a little too much fun flicking them...that I need to refuel one. :facepalm: :D
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/Chako_photo002/IMG_7002small_zps7c8e108d.jpg) (http://s145.photobucket.com/user/Chako_photo/media/Chako_photo002/IMG_7002small_zps7c8e108d.jpg.html)
Post by: zoidberg on December 18, 2014, 11:09:59 AM
Thank you enki. :tu: I remember reading that thread back when I made mine.http://edcforums.com/threads/begleri-a-fun-and-simple-pocket-sized-skill-toy.86931/Linky? :pok:Yup. :DI do this.Is this your video? If so I believe you were the one mentioned over on EDCF? The thread Noone tagged yoy in until you found it yourself lol
Begleri (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTrblF0oKSQ#)
Post by: pfrsantos on December 18, 2014, 01:33:12 PM
(http://downhomekitchenstore.com/images/51z0uru+kel.jpg)
Post by: bmot on December 26, 2014, 01:49:42 PM
Post by: Ashley on December 26, 2014, 05:49:36 PM
Post by: enki_ck on December 26, 2014, 07:04:09 PM
Post by: detron on December 26, 2014, 07:14:54 PM
I occasionally spin a pen or pencil but I used to be much better at it.
I too seem to have lost the ability to do this properly :think:
Post by: enki_ck on December 26, 2014, 07:17:39 PM
I occasionally spin a pen or pencil but I used to be much better at it.
I too seem to have lost the ability to do this properly :think:
Well we went all digital at work two years ago and I don't even have to sign my name anymore on any documents, everything is signed digitally so as anything you don't do often, you get out of practice with it.
Post by: detron on December 26, 2014, 07:31:55 PM
I occasionally spin a pen or pencil but I used to be much better at it.
I too seem to have lost the ability to do this properly :think:
Well we went all digital at work two years ago and I don't even have to sign my name anymore on any documents, everything is signed digitally so as anything you don't do often, you get out of practice with it.
yeah, still though, I miss it. it was fun, and cool 8)
Post by: NKlamerus on December 29, 2014, 08:55:02 PM
I've found out that if I have it in my right hand while driving I almost never change the song on the radio.
I used to have a pretty bad habit of clicking to the next song just to do something. (http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/12/29/f3363519dc76e2d15e3d2e5284efeded.jpg)
Post by: kkokkolis on December 29, 2014, 09:08:03 PM
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/12/29/4de59d4255be8a57314c711aad007c3a.jpg)
Post by: NKlamerus on December 30, 2014, 02:25:43 AM
Post by: NKlamerus on January 13, 2015, 01:18:06 AM
Post by: NKlamerus on April 29, 2015, 04:49:28 PM
Post by: zoidberg on April 30, 2015, 12:59:19 AM
Post by: NKlamerus on April 30, 2015, 01:59:46 AM
Where is that vid at?On the youtube channel I deleted.ok:
I love google, but when they bought youtube and tried to turn everything into google+ I bailed
Post by: ironraven on April 30, 2015, 04:19:17 AM
Post by: Freaver on June 16, 2015, 08:52:52 PM
Ohh, btw... That Polar pen? I want it! :drool: Looks awesome and I love playing with magnets.
Post by: FInixNOver on September 18, 2016, 12:43:14 AM
I've also been bitten by the hand spinning tops bug. :ahhh :ahhh
Here are my attempts at making one.
1st prototype, more of a proof of concept.
I remembered I had some worn derailleur pulleys, and decided to try and make something out of them.
Cleaned them up, degreased them, and gave them a spin... That was a bust! The ball bearings had bits of rust so, I extracted the bearings from the pulleys, bought a cheap bearing, degreased it, and glued the 3 bearings together with super glue. It worked out nicely but it just spins for a few seconds...
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160917_225833_zpszant9jwv.jpg)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160917_225820_zpsxvyw2nuu.jpg)
I am now working on my 2nd prototype.
Bought 5 bearings, 1 good quality one and 4 cheap ones to use as weights.
Again, degreased the bearing, and this time, I'm putting them together with screws between 2 layers of 0.5mm carbon fiber sheet.
This one is still a work in progress, and will look a bet better once finished.
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160917_225922_zps40hvtryu.jpg)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160917_225851_zpscgfnbzg6.jpg)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160917_225905_zpsizbypfru.jpg)
I'll update you guys once I finish it.
Post by: FInixNOver on September 19, 2016, 01:02:47 AM
It spins much better than V1, but, as it was made without any precision tools, it's not perfectly balanced. Overall, I'm very happy with the result.
Also, I learned something in the process... rubbing alcohol and plexiglass don't go well together. It's cracked allover, but it's a nice effect. I'll have to make new thumb rests.
(here you can see the thumb rests without any problem)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160918_210426_zpsso1mgzyc.jpg)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160918_210654_zps37vaoxfr.jpg)
(here, after cleaning it with rubbing alcohol, the thumb rests are all cracked up)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160918_223310_zps2m4py2t9.jpg)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160918_223329_zps2dsm9pxu.jpg)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160918_223355_zps6tpmvwak.jpg)
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on September 20, 2016, 01:36:30 AM
I'd love to see a video of it in action!
Def
Post by: FInixNOver on September 22, 2016, 12:10:35 AM
For now, a peak at the new prototype (still not the one that I really want, but that one will take a while)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160921_214604_zpsjqpp8jdz.jpg)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160921_214633_zpsllp2o06a.jpg)
Aluminum body, and thumb rests (not made yet)
Post by: DaveK on September 22, 2016, 12:23:17 AM
Maybe I'll make a video once I have more spinners to compare.
For now, a peak at the new prototype (still not the one that I really want, but that one will take a while)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160921_214604_zpsjqpp8jdz.jpg)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160921_214633_zpsllp2o06a.jpg)
Aluminum body, and thumb rests (not made yet)
Oooh cool. I just got a Vorso Flat Top the other day and I'm hooked on spinners now :tu:
Post by: NKlamerus on September 23, 2016, 04:27:05 AM
Ive been spinning my pencil around my thumb for awhile now but it might be nice to break out the fidgets.
I saved the Bearing and Racer off the rear axle of my Duramax. It still spins great so I'd like to try and make something for it one day......because I don't have enough projects apparently
Post by: FInixNOver on September 24, 2016, 11:36:41 PM
Maybe I'll make a video once I have more spinners to compare.
For now, a peak at the new prototype (still not the one that I really want, but that one will take a while)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160921_214604_zpsjqpp8jdz.jpg)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160921_214633_zpsllp2o06a.jpg)
Aluminum body, and thumb rests (not made yet)
Oooh cool. I just got a Vorso Flat Top the other day and I'm hooked on spinners now :tu:
The Vorso is awesome! The possibility to swap the bearing is genius!!
I just can justify spending 150+ euros it would take to get one. (I know they're sold out at their website, but there's a drop running over at massdrop for those that want to get one - $194.99 + shipping)
Post by: FInixNOver on September 25, 2016, 02:19:03 AM
Smaller footprint, and shorter spin times (there's a couple of reasons for this - read through). This is to be expected since I'm using steel bearings with steel cage, so there's quite a bit of friction.
One thing I found out is that I'm not using stainless steel bearings. I didn't know this at first, and removing the lubricant that they came with, turned out to be a bad idea.
I started noticing some grinding effect, and latter realized it was rust starting to form inside the bearing. So I can't have the bearing completely unlubricated, so I use a couple of drops of mineral oil, but this also adds to the friction, and shorter spinning times, however, it spins really smoothly.
Either way, it's not a big deal, since i find myself starting and stopping it mid spin. It's more about the fidgeting than the spin times.
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160924_214440_zpsgxoslips.jpg)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160924_214519_zpshdb2jfja.jpg)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160924_214457_zpsztjnvg6q.jpg)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160924_214415_zpsefru6pwe.jpg)
Post by: FInixNOver on September 25, 2016, 02:34:11 AM
Was tying to make some improvements, or so I thought they would be, but I wasn't very successful... :twak: Ended up taking to much material from the carbon fiber layers, and it had too much flex in the middle. Tried gluing the bearing to the CF, but that didn't solve the problem.
So, I took it apart, and used most of it to make a new one.
Here it is, V2.1
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160924_214545_zpslybfldqy.jpg)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160924_214624_zpsbxfcdlfx.jpg)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160924_214606_zpstcjanas0.jpg)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160924_214702_zps6clppzhq.jpg)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/Spinning%20Fidgets/IMG_20160924_215018_zpseqdbjkr0.jpg)
Post by: DaveK on September 29, 2016, 05:52:38 PM
RIP V2 - long live V2.1 :D
Is that carbon fibre in the last pic?
Post by: FInixNOver on September 29, 2016, 08:53:39 PM
I like this thread :)
RIP V2 - long live V2.1 :D
Is that carbon fibre in the last pic?
Yes it's carbon fiber. Those are the remains of the V2... :whistle:
Post by: Kev D on October 04, 2016, 01:52:10 PM
I keep a rubix cube on my desk at work which most people naturally pick up and mess up for me as well.
I'm down to 2 1/2 minutes now. It never ceases to amaze me how people can solve them in seconds. I'll be happy once I get under 2 minutes (for now) :D
Post by: DaveK on October 04, 2016, 01:59:58 PM
I have to say that my Vorso Flat Top is hardly ever out of my hand now. It requires no thought, helps me concentrate. I even took it to Oktoberfest :D
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e10/DaveK-ToolPics/IMG_0922_zpstzzqmoif.jpg) (http://s36.photobucket.com/user/DaveK-ToolPics/media/IMG_0922_zpstzzqmoif.jpg.html)
Post by: FInixNOver on October 04, 2016, 08:56:09 PM
My fidget is a rubix speed cube. I decided to learn how to solve the rubix cube last year (gotta love you tube for stuff like that), and am now trying to get my time down to as low as possible. I stuck with a cheapo cube until I could solve it easily, then invested in the rubix speed cube and cube lube (which turned out to be standard silicon grease) to get faster. Once I've got to the limits of this one I'll invest in one of the expensive speed cubes maybe.
I keep a rubix cube on my desk at work which most people naturally pick up and mess up for me as well.
I'm down to 2 1/2 minutes now. It never ceases to amaze me how people can solve them in seconds. I'll be happy once I get under 2 minutes (for now) :D
It's been a while since I picked mine up!
I think the best time I ever got was just a hair under 2 minutes.
If you want to get a good speed cube without being too expensive, you can try cube4you dot com. I have an original, but it was quite stiff, Then I got a speed cube kit (yes, completely disassembled :ahhh) from that site, and got another kit (a cheaper one) completely free!!
Post by: Kev D on October 05, 2016, 07:03:13 PM
My fidget is a rubix speed cube. I decided to learn how to solve the rubix cube last year (gotta love you tube for stuff like that), and am now trying to get my time down to as low as possible. I stuck with a cheapo cube until I could solve it easily, then invested in the rubix speed cube and cube lube (which turned out to be standard silicon grease) to get faster. Once I've got to the limits of this one I'll invest in one of the expensive speed cubes maybe.
I keep a rubix cube on my desk at work which most people naturally pick up and mess up for me as well.
I'm down to 2 1/2 minutes now. It never ceases to amaze me how people can solve them in seconds. I'll be happy once I get under 2 minutes (for now) :D
It's been a while since I picked mine up!
I think the best time I ever got was just a hair under 2 minutes.
If you want to get a good speed cube without being too expensive, you can try cube4you dot com. I have an original, but it was quite stiff, Then I got a speed cube kit (yes, completely disassembled :ahhh) from that site, and got another kit (a cheaper one) completely free!!
Thanks, I'll check them out
Post by: FInixNOver on November 02, 2016, 09:27:30 PM
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/SAK%20Modifications/IMG_20161102_195038-01_zpshu3g0l6u.jpeg)
Post by: magentus on November 03, 2016, 12:41:39 PM
It also acts as an extremely competent dowsing pendulum.
(https://c7.staticflickr.com/6/5448/30714478166_3a488a5429_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/NN8Jho)WP_20161103_015 (https://flic.kr/p/NN8Jho) by magpie2112 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/145157638@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: DaveK on November 03, 2016, 02:02:43 PM
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e10/DaveK-ToolPics/IMG_1016_zpsm95tr9zs.jpg) (http://s36.photobucket.com/user/DaveK-ToolPics/media/IMG_1016_zpsm95tr9zs.jpg.html)
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e10/DaveK-ToolPics/IMG_1018_zpselhaxuwe.jpg) (http://s36.photobucket.com/user/DaveK-ToolPics/media/IMG_1018_zpselhaxuwe.jpg.html)
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e10/DaveK-ToolPics/IMG_1035_zpsmarjr6ba.jpg) (http://s36.photobucket.com/user/DaveK-ToolPics/media/IMG_1035_zpsmarjr6ba.jpg.html)
Post by: Toolslinger on November 03, 2016, 02:51:49 PM
I've taken to making my own spinners - the kids love 'em :D
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e10/DaveK-ToolPics/IMG_1016_zpsm95tr9zs.jpg) (http://s36.photobucket.com/user/DaveK-ToolPics/media/IMG_1016_zpsm95tr9zs.jpg.html)
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e10/DaveK-ToolPics/IMG_1018_zpselhaxuwe.jpg) (http://s36.photobucket.com/user/DaveK-ToolPics/media/IMG_1018_zpselhaxuwe.jpg.html)
(http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e10/DaveK-ToolPics/IMG_1035_zpsmarjr6ba.jpg) (http://s36.photobucket.com/user/DaveK-ToolPics/media/IMG_1035_zpsmarjr6ba.jpg.html)
That is awesome! :cheers:
Any chance you'd be able to do a build guide or tutorial on how you make those? I wouldn't mind giving that a shot. :salute:
Post by: DaveK on November 03, 2016, 04:02:06 PM
I will try again soon though - maybe just go through the parts / how to assemble :)
Post by: Josh613 on November 03, 2016, 05:50:16 PM
I will yes! I did try to film me putting a batch together last week as some guys of Facebook were asking, but it didn't come out well!
I will try again soon though - maybe just go through the parts / how to assemble :)
I'd be interested in that too, I saw a photo on instagram about those spinners. Is there a facebook spinner community??
Post by: Josh613 on November 03, 2016, 05:51:07 PM
Family photo of my EDC fidgety items.
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/SAK%20Modifications/IMG_20161102_195038-01_zpshu3g0l6u.jpeg)
Hey mate, how hard was it to add that clip to the SAK? I have a couple of those coming off evilbay for my keys and Leatherman Juice
Post by: FInixNOver on November 04, 2016, 12:34:43 AM
Family photo of my EDC fidgety items.
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah280/FInixNOver/SAK%20Modifications/IMG_20161102_195038-01_zpshu3g0l6u.jpeg)
Hey mate, how hard was it to add that clip to the SAK? I have a couple of those coming off evilbay for my keys and Leatherman Juice
I had to take the SAK apart, drill and tap two holes for the screws, and put it back together. For the clip I just had to enlarge the hole to fit M2.5 screws.
I can take a few pictures later, and post them here.
Post by: Chako on November 04, 2016, 03:04:41 AM
I found this awesome fidget toy. This is a real fun piece to play with.
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/Chako_photo004/IMG_2326small_zps7ro41rjx.jpg) (http://s145.photobucket.com/user/Chako_photo/media/Chako_photo004/IMG_2326small_zps7ro41rjx.jpg.html)
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/Chako_photo004/IMG_2327small_zpsoli7zjfb.jpg) (http://s145.photobucket.com/user/Chako_photo/media/Chako_photo004/IMG_2327small_zpsoli7zjfb.jpg.html)
And another one I found out of town. It is a series of triangles linked up linearly.
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/Chako_photo004/IMG_2328small_zpsadvbd3g4.jpg) (http://s145.photobucket.com/user/Chako_photo/media/Chako_photo004/IMG_2328small_zpsadvbd3g4.jpg.html)
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/Chako_photo004/IMG_2329small_zps3f9hc8sm.jpg) (http://s145.photobucket.com/user/Chako_photo/media/Chako_photo004/IMG_2329small_zps3f9hc8sm.jpg.html)
Post by: DaveK on November 04, 2016, 08:44:40 AM
I will yes! I did try to film me putting a batch together last week as some guys of Facebook were asking, but it didn't come out well!
I will try again soon though - maybe just go through the parts / how to assemble :)
I'd be interested in that too, I saw a photo on instagram about those spinners. Is there a facebook spinner community??
There is yes - these are two groups which are popular:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/spinspace/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/pockettoptalk/
Enjoy!
Post by: irona on November 11, 2016, 08:58:04 AM
I fidget with anything in my hands really :facepalm: But one thing I particularly like are the half-stop implements on Vics. The half-stop makes them one-hand enabled which is good :) So, usually, the bottle opener on a Cadet or something like that, open - half closed - open - half closed etc.Same! The perfect spring on the half stop of the bottle opener of my tinker is so addicting to play with
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Post by: Fortytwo on November 12, 2016, 08:36:26 PM
I forgot to add any scale to the picture but they are just over an inch in diameter. This is also my first try at hosting my pictures myself, I hope it works.
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/58245811/Multitool.org%20-%20Pictures/20161109_222031-2064x1161.jpg)
Post by: Chako on December 31, 2016, 02:19:45 AM
Meet the Jitter Box.
There is a very nice smooth joystick on one side (top in these photos). One side features 3 independent rolling gears with a metal ball bearing. Another side has a rocker switch.
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/Chako_photo004/IMG_2603small_zpsn3n81vnr.jpg) (http://s145.photobucket.com/user/Chako_photo/media/Chako_photo004/IMG_2603small_zpsn3n81vnr.jpg.html)
One side has a rotating disk, and another features 5 buttons. One pair have a nice satisfying click. Another pair features a different tactile feel to them. The middle button is a two position button.
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/Chako_photo004/IMG_2604small_zpsd1appglj.jpg) (http://s145.photobucket.com/user/Chako_photo/media/Chako_photo004/IMG_2604small_zpsd1appglj.jpg.html)
The bottom of the cube features an oval indent that feels good to your fingers.
For more info, I found the kick-starter page.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/antsylabs/fidget-cube-a-vinyl-desk-toy
Post by: kaput on January 02, 2017, 09:07:52 PM
Where did you getyours. The kickstarter is a link to the original developers who hasn't produced theirs as of yet.
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 02, 2017, 11:40:48 PM
I'm also a fidgiter, I gotta do something I can't sit still, so while sitting here watching tv I normally reach for something and do something, I must say that plastic thingy with bearings looks soo tempting!
JR
Here's a pic of the fake one I got for my son and then the real one,
https://www.antsylabs.com
Post by: Chako on January 05, 2017, 07:42:50 PM
https://www.shopatshowcasecanada.com/products/jitter-box
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 05, 2017, 07:52:31 PM
I bought mine at a store called Showcase.Not bad for $15, but it's still not the real thing, but hey if it works who cares.. on eBay they actually have cases for them for like $3. How's yours working for you, the kid started school this Tuesday, so he's had only a couple days to use it and he says he likes it. If it works for him I'll have to order him the real thing when they start shipping them out, and of course get one of the fake cases cause there cool looking..
https://www.shopatshowcasecanada.com/products/jitter-box
JR
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 05, 2017, 07:56:51 PM
JR
Post by: pfrsantos on January 10, 2017, 05:51:46 PM
Here's a pic of the cute case, again fake but still totally cute!
JR
Wow, just like my last girlfriend...
:facepalm:
Post by: pfrsantos on January 10, 2017, 05:52:54 PM
I should probably carry something to fidget with more often, I have been carrying a silver Dollar for a few tears, partly with this in mind but it doesn't really lend itself to fidgeting (unless you start learning some coin-tricks). Another hing I've carried is this pair of miniature coconuts that I found in France. I have emptied them through the three "marks" that they have. Their main fault is the sound they make otherwise they are really fidgetable (I guess the correct term would be tactile).
I forgot to add any scale to the picture but they are just over an inch in diameter. This is also my first try at hosting my pictures myself, I hope it works.
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/58245811/Multitool.org%20-%20Pictures/20161109_222031-2064x1161.jpg)
So... you just pass the time playing with your nuts?...
:whistle:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on January 10, 2017, 05:59:06 PM
Omg :facepalm:Here's a pic of the cute case, again fake but still totally cute!
JR
Wow, just like my last girlfriend...
:facepalm:
JR
Post by: ducttapetech on January 10, 2017, 06:35:15 PM
Post by: zzzsmokeyzzz on April 16, 2017, 06:41:24 AM
Post by: Blackbeard on May 16, 2017, 05:00:28 AM
Post by: kaput on May 16, 2017, 05:40:06 AM
I have one of these they are great for playing with.Is that a Leatherman tread-mini. Cool!
Post by: Blackbeard on May 17, 2017, 02:10:00 AM
Post by: Blackbeard on May 22, 2017, 06:47:19 AM
Post by: rivercity on May 23, 2017, 10:15:45 PM
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4177/33971851144_bedc4250e0_z.jpg)
Post by: MadPlumbarian on May 23, 2017, 10:50:00 PM
JR
Post by: ducttapetech on May 24, 2017, 12:10:41 AM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on May 24, 2017, 01:00:12 AM
We just had zippos when I was growing up. Click, click. Also I don't find myself fidgeting much also.Ditto! Came in handy lighting the soldering tourches too, since it's not under pressure it can't blow up! But that fidgeting opening and closing that top while in pocket was totally fun!
JR
Post by: MadPlumbarian on May 25, 2017, 08:19:26 AM
JR
Post by: brijesh kothari on June 19, 2017, 10:16:26 AM
Post by: zoidberg on June 19, 2017, 11:40:36 AM
I've gone ahead and removed your website from your profile and post.
If you want to advertise your site then contact the mods or admin for assistance.
Enjoy the boards etc but no more spam posts.
Cheers.
Post by: thatotherguy on June 19, 2017, 07:46:34 PM
Oh, and I was a ratchet wrench fidgeter too... there's something satisfying about spinning a heavy wrench by its socket.
EDIT: I've solved Rubik's Cubes too. All the way from a 2x2 to a 6x6. The 5x5 is my favorite. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170619/ffb01bf9d1a08f34d3b3cc2e51a2e6e1.jpg)
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Post by: MadPlumbarian on June 19, 2017, 08:04:47 PM
Do my begleri count?Interesting..
Oh, and I was a ratchet wrench fidgeter too... there's something satisfying about spinning a heavy wrench by its socket.
EDIT: I've solved Rubik's Cubes too. All the way from a 2x2 to a 6x6. The 5x5 is my favorite. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170619/ffb01bf9d1a08f34d3b3cc2e51a2e6e1.jpg)
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JR
Post by: zoidberg on June 20, 2017, 12:01:39 AM
Do my begleri count?
Oh, and I was a ratchet wrench fidgeter too... there's something satisfying about spinning a heavy wrench by its socket.
EDIT: I've solved Rubik's Cubes too. All the way from a 2x2 to a 6x6. The 5x5 is my favorite. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170619/ffb01bf9d1a08f34d3b3cc2e51a2e6e1.jpg)
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Yeah for sure. :tu:
+1 on the ratchet wrench and cubes, love the 5x5, haven't bought a 6x6 yet. :like: :like:
Post by: thatotherguy on June 20, 2017, 12:08:25 AM
I'm assuming you've become acquainted with Shengshou if you're into cubing... if not, They're my favorite cube for higher order. Dayan is my 3x3 of choice, I've got Shengshou for everything else. The 4x4 is a bit loose for my tastes but for the money they're unbeatable.Do my begleri count?
Oh, and I was a ratchet wrench fidgeter too... there's something satisfying about spinning a heavy wrench by its socket.
EDIT: I've solved Rubik's Cubes too. All the way from a 2x2 to a 6x6. The 5x5 is my favorite. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170619/ffb01bf9d1a08f34d3b3cc2e51a2e6e1.jpg)
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Yeah for sure. :tu:
+1 on the ratchet wrench and cubes, love the 5x5, haven't bought a 6x6 yet. :like: :like:
But I derail the thread. Business as normal, all!
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Post by: zoidberg on June 20, 2017, 12:14:32 AM
I'm assuming you've become acquainted with Shengshou if you're into cubing... if not, They're my favorite cube for higher order. Dayan is my 3x3 of choice, I've got Shengshou for everything else. The 4x4 is a bit loose for my tastes but for the money they're unbeatable.Do my begleri count?
Oh, and I was a ratchet wrench fidgeter too... there's something satisfying about spinning a heavy wrench by its socket.
EDIT: I've solved Rubik's Cubes too. All the way from a 2x2 to a 6x6. The 5x5 is my favorite. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170619/ffb01bf9d1a08f34d3b3cc2e51a2e6e1.jpg)
Sent from my SM-G930V using Tapatalk
Yeah for sure. :tu:
+1 on the ratchet wrench and cubes, love the 5x5, haven't bought a 6x6 yet. :like: :like:
But I derail the thread. Business as normal, all!
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That's a texas sized 10-4 good buddy. :tu: :tu:
Post by: zoidberg on June 20, 2017, 12:12:17 PM
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/2/1687/24162563503_00fb4c9d3d_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/CPasjt)
Post by: zoidberg on June 20, 2017, 12:13:18 PM
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2835/33392692301_bac22e3267_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/SSNh3a)
Post by: zoidberg on June 20, 2017, 12:13:58 PM
Post by: zoidberg on June 20, 2017, 12:15:26 PM
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4260/34580486914_24bde56694_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/UFL2ZC)
Post by: zoidberg on June 20, 2017, 12:15:43 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on June 20, 2017, 05:23:20 PM
JR
Post by: ryan1835 on June 27, 2017, 10:49:43 PM
Post by: zzzsmokeyzzz on July 05, 2017, 12:30:01 AM
Post by: zzzsmokeyzzz on July 05, 2017, 12:31:38 AM
i want a fidget cube! :like:
SPAM
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on July 05, 2017, 01:43:27 AM
i want a fidget cube! :like:
SPAM!
Yes.
It was.
And now it's gone.
Buh Bye.
Def
Post by: AlephZero on July 05, 2017, 09:08:22 AM
i want a fidget cube! :like:
SPAM!
Yes.
It was.
And now it's gone.
Buh Bye.
Def
:spamkiller:
Post by: kaput on August 02, 2017, 04:12:45 AM
So here's a spinner
Post by: an0nemus on August 02, 2017, 05:36:45 AM
Post by: Kev D on August 07, 2017, 01:57:43 PM
Post by: an0nemus on August 08, 2017, 05:52:32 PM
That one looks like a brass tap handleYou're right, Kevin. My wife also said it looks like a faucet knob
Post by: pietervn on August 14, 2017, 01:16:26 PM
+1 for the poker chip. :tu:
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3936/15620681832_f2094b598c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pNm5uy)
What is the "coin" on the chip?
Post by: zoidberg on August 14, 2017, 01:31:45 PM
+1 for the poker chip. :tu:
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3936/15620681832_f2094b598c.jpg)
What is the "coin" on the chip?
MTo keyring coin. 2014 Challenge Coin/Tool Design Competition (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,51223.0.html)
Post by: pfrsantos on December 22, 2017, 01:48:30 PM
:tu: :tu:
The Nitecore is for size reference.
Post by: ThePeacent on December 22, 2017, 04:56:58 PM
This thread made me go out and get something fidgety. It's just a small piece of bicycle chain. Very entertaining and calming, though.
:tu: :tu:
The Nitecore is for size reference.
Spinner and nitecore TUBE here too! :cheers:
(https://i.imgur.com/PrHExKk.jpg)
Post by: pfrsantos on December 22, 2017, 05:11:40 PM
This thread made me go out and get something fidgety. It's just a small piece of bicycle chain. Very entertaining and calming, though.
:tu: :tu:
The Nitecore is for size reference.
Spinner and nitecore TUBE here too! :cheers:
(https://i.imgur.com/PrHExKk.jpg)
Cool!
:tu: :tu:
Mine isn't a spinner. The links are mobile. I can create lots of shapes and roll it around my finger.
Post by: ThePeacent on December 22, 2017, 09:21:46 PM
This thread made me go out and get something fidgety. It's just a small piece of bicycle chain. Very entertaining and calming, though.
:tu: :tu:
The Nitecore is for size reference.
Spinner and nitecore TUBE here too! :cheers:
(https://i.imgur.com/PrHExKk.jpg)
Cool!
:tu: :tu:
Mine isn't a spinner. The links are mobile. I can create lots of shapes and roll it around my finger.
even more entertaining and "multi-toolsih" :D
Post by: Vladimir on February 01, 2018, 12:13:26 PM
These are some that I bought and there is one that I 3D printed-different spinners, fidget cubes, some spinning tops...
(http://i67.tinypic.com/29m4v0x.jpg)
These are some fidget toys that I made with bike chains, keychain rings, skate bearings, begleri made from paracord and cubes...
(http://i68.tinypic.com/sxow42.jpg)
Post by: ThePeacent on February 01, 2018, 02:12:48 PM
I never posted pics in this tread and I love all kinds of fidget toys...
These are some that I bought and there is one that I 3D printed-different spinners, fidget cubes, some spinning tops...
(http://i67.tinypic.com/29m4v0x.jpg)
These are some fidget toys that I made with bike chains, keychain rings, skate bearings, begleri made from paracord and cubes...
(http://i68.tinypic.com/sxow42.jpg)
wow that's a powerful collection. :o
Nice ones you have. :like:
I limit myself to factory ones, all gifts as I've never bought one in my life
(https://i.imgur.com/cP1toN6.jpg)
Post by: Randy Marsh on February 05, 2018, 03:55:25 PM