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gb Offline Rizio Il Ghiro

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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2940 on: January 30, 2021, 08:46:03 PM
Day 24

Well done everyone on completing your 30day. I am close behind. I trust all of you will open up a lovely refreshing beverage to celebrate. in 6 days i will join you all.

This challenge made me fall in love with the larger knives again. Tempted to get a 130mm, s17 (Delemont challenge)or eyeing a CRKT tuna.

Don’t worry Bobby, we’ll be following you till day 30!  :tu:


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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2941 on: January 30, 2021, 08:50:03 PM
111mm Day 30:

Like our snow, the challenge is melting away into the river of time....






This Hercules proved to be an excellent carry for the past 30-days.

It is a tad big, both in the hand and in the pocket, but still adequately suited to pocket carry. In a caddy or from a dangler (which kept the 111mm more upright) carry was a breeze. I should say the for the month of January I wasn't required to wear anything dressy or formal.....the Hercules might be a bit more problematic in that situation.

As I've said before, the toolset seems excellent for my uses and activities. I didn't take it camping, kayaking, or fishing this month, but I think it would make a great companion for those activities. I can also see it being a great tool for a road trip.....although the Spirit might have some advantages.

Aside from the blade and best-ever-MT saw, the other tools can be found in the 91mm line. The pliers in the Swiss Champ are the same as those in the Hercules or Skipper. The scissors are the same size as those in the Climber.....

Which begs the question, why a 111mm vs a 91mm? 

For me, the answer is that the ergonomics of the 111mm's handle outweighs the marginally more convenient size of the 91mm's. I have big hands and the 111mm handle is just more comfortable and secure to grip. I've never really had an issue using a Classic or Executive or Farmer....so, true, they awl work well...it's just that the 111mm's feel better in hand to me.

I was seriously impressed by the Hercules' toolset: big blade, awesome saw, light pliers, great Vic scissors, opener layer, 2 different 3d Phillips drivers, awl, corkscrew (w/glasses driver), T&T, and, in my case, a sail needle stashed under one of the Phillips drivers. That is a bunch of preparedness and capability.

My most used tools were the blade, scissors, can opener, bottle opener, and corkscrew. Looking at that list....well....the Outrider might have been a better choice for the month. However, I liked having the pliers with me. Moreover, the Outrider is only marginally more comfortable to carry. So, no regrets.

Awl in awl....the Hercules was a pleasant surprise to carry for a month. For me, this was a challenge well spent!   :tu:

Many thanks to the numerous SAK knights, SAK addicts, and SAK fans who made this challenge so much fun and constantly interesting. You guys--the best SAK fans in the World--rocked this challenge start to finish!

 :clap: :clap:  Congratulations to awl who completed it (and who will soon complete it)!   :clap: :clap:





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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2942 on: January 30, 2021, 08:52:33 PM
Don’t worry Bobby, we’ll be following you till day 30!  :tu:

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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2943 on: January 30, 2021, 08:56:17 PM


Like our snow, the challenge is melting away into the river of time....

This Hercules proved to be an excellent carry for the past 30-days.


Great pic and review Nix! :like: :tu: :tu:

Congratulations on finishing the Challenge! :cheers:

Thanks again for hosting the Challenge! :hatsoff: :hatsoff:


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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2944 on: January 30, 2021, 08:58:06 PM
 Thanks VICMAN!   :cheers:


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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2945 on: January 30, 2021, 11:00:04 PM
111mm Day 30:

Like our snow, the challenge is melting away into the river of time....





This Hercules proved to be an excellent carry for the past 30-days.

It is a tad big, both in the hand and in the pocket, but still adequately suited to pocket carry. In a caddy or from a dangler (which kept the 111mm more upright) carry was a breeze. I should say the for the month of January I wasn't required to wear anything dressy or formal.....the Hercules might be a bit more problematic in that situation.

As I've said before, the toolset seems excellent for my uses and activities. I didn't take it camping, kayaking, or fishing this month, but I think it would make a great companion for those activities. I can also see it being a great tool for a road trip.....although the Spirit might have some advantages.

Aside from the blade and best-ever-MT saw, the other tools can be found in the 91mm line. The pliers in the Swiss Champ are the same as those in the Hercules or Skipper. The scissors are the same size as those in the Climber.....

Which begs the question, why a 111mm vs a 91mm? 

For me, the answer is that the ergonomics of the 111mm's handle outweighs the marginally more convenient size of the 91mm's. I have big hands and the 111mm handle is just more comfortable and secure to grip. I've never really had an issue using a Classic or Executive or Farmer....so, true, they awl work well...it's just that the 111mm's feel better in hand to me.

I was seriously impressed by the Hercules' toolset: big blade, awesome saw, light pliers, great Vic scissors, opener layer, 2 different 3d Phillips drivers, awl, corkscrew (w/glasses driver), T&T, and, in my case, a sail needle stashed under one of the Phillips drivers. That is a bunch of preparedness and capability.

My most used tools were the blade, scissors, can opener, bottle opener, and corkscrew. Looking at that list....well....the Outrider might have been a better choice for the month. However, I liked having the pliers with me. Moreover, the Outrider is only marginally more comfortable to carry. So, no regrets.

Awl in awl....the Hercules was a pleasant surprise to carry for a month. For me, this was a challenge well spent!   :tu:

Many thanks to the numerous SAK knights, SAK addicts, and SAK fans who made this challenge so much fun and constantly interesting. You guys--the best SAK fans in the World--rocked this challenge start to finish!

 :clap: :clap:  Congratulations to awl who completed it (and who will soon complete it)!   :clap: :clap:

Thank you! I had a great time - used my 111s more than normal (a good thing), and truly enjoyed everyone's photos and tales!
Phil ~  Awls Well That Ends Well :)


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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2946 on: January 30, 2021, 11:04:05 PM
Day 30 !!

Fitting end to the month.  Forgot my mask as I got to the store.  Luckily I had a box of disposables in the back seat.  So, a photo fitting for 2020/21 and where we all are.



and a send off photo of the knives used this month.

Phil ~  Awls Well That Ends Well :)


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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2947 on: January 30, 2021, 11:11:36 PM
Day 30
Using the prybar to break out some dodgy wood in the bathroom windowsill.
 It's been fun carrying a bigger knife then normal , but I'm looking forward to going back to my normal 91/93mm carry. Much like the minimal challenge let me know 84mm blades were not quite enough , this has let me know that for pretty much everything besides food prep (at which it shines ) the 111mm blade is more than what I needed .
 Thanks to all who rode this bus with me and the organisers for giving us the opportunity .
Knife on , brethren  :climber:
"Do what you can, with what you have, where you are "


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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2948 on: January 30, 2021, 11:12:52 PM
Day 30 !!

Fitting end to the month.  Forgot my mask as I got to the store.  Luckily I had a box of disposables in the back seat.  So, a photo fitting for 2020/21 and where we all are.
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Nice pics munsonhsr! :like: :tu: :tu:

Congratulations on finishing the Challenge! :cheers:


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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2949 on: January 30, 2021, 11:14:00 PM
Day 30
Using the prybar to break out some dodgy wood in the bathroom windowsill.


Nice pic Storm! :like: :tu: :tu:

Congratulations on finishing the Challenge! :cheers:


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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2950 on: January 30, 2021, 11:30:55 PM
I hadn't mentioned this as I didn't remember until reading through Nix's post for the day.

I had taken an outdoor survival sort of class about 20 years ago.  Something the instructor never really talked about was what sort of knife to have.  As a budding knife nut... I took notice however... He had some sort of 111mm SAK on him.... It was something along the size of a Hercules, nylon scales, but they were a bit more maroon than bright crimson... so I wasn't 100% sure that it was a real SAK.... but really at that time, what else could it be?  Maybe it was well worn and stained... who knows....
Anyway........ this instructor carried this 111mm on a clip hanging from his belt loop.  He had it both in town when I met him before the class, as well as in the woods during the course.   He didn't have a fixed blade, or any other knife on him.  My take-home point was.. if it was good enough for him, it's good enough for me. 


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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2951 on: January 30, 2021, 11:39:03 PM
I hadn't mentioned this as I didn't remember until reading through Nix's post for the day.

I had taken an outdoor survival sort of class about 20 years ago.  Something the instructor never really talked about was what sort of knife to have.  As a budding knife nut... I took notice however... He had some sort of 111mm SAK on him.... My take-home point was.. if it was good enough for him, it's good enough for me.

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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2952 on: January 30, 2021, 11:46:54 PM



munsonhsr, nice shot of your featured 111mm's!   :like:


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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2953 on: January 30, 2021, 11:49:02 PM
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munsonhsr, nice shot of your featured 111mm's!   :like:

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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2954 on: January 30, 2021, 11:50:10 PM

Anyway........ this instructor carried this 111mm on a clip hanging from his belt loop.  He had it both in town when I met him before the class, as well as in the woods during the course.   He didn't have a fixed blade, or any other knife on him.  My take-home point was.. if it was good enough for him, it's good enough for me.


The best survival knife is the knife you have with you. If you want to have a knife with you....tie it to yourself.  :tu:


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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2955 on: January 30, 2021, 11:55:47 PM
 :iagree: :cheers:
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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2956 on: January 30, 2021, 11:56:57 PM
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munsonhsr, nice shot of your featured 111mm's!   :like:
:iagree:
Really like this picture, reminds me of the evolution of man but instead tools :like:


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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2957 on: January 31, 2021, 12:28:05 AM
I really like the mighty Work Champ but I love this toolset.  I can definitely see this knife seeing more pocket time.  Is there a day of the week set aside for 111's?  111 Wednesday perhaps?  :D
Barry


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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2958 on: January 31, 2021, 12:34:03 AM
1 + 1 + 1 = Wednesday.   :D


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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2959 on: January 31, 2021, 12:38:34 AM
I really like the mighty Work Champ but I love this toolset.  I can definitely see this knife seeing more pocket time.  Is there a day of the week set aside for 111's?  111 Wednesday perhaps?  :D

Nice pic Barry! :like: :tu: :tu:


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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2960 on: January 31, 2021, 12:41:37 AM
Day 30 bonus entry.
Just got back from Palm Springs and couldn't resist taking the 111mm on highway 111.  :tu:
Rest in peace ColoSwiss, you will always be remembered.


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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2961 on: January 31, 2021, 12:44:55 AM
 :rofl:   Very nice!


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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2962 on: January 31, 2021, 12:54:21 AM
Day 30 bonus entry.
Just got back from Palm Springs and couldn't resist taking the 111mm on highway 111.  :tu:


Cool pic Fb! :like: :tu: :tu:

Perfect post for today! :cheers:


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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2963 on: January 31, 2021, 01:04:31 AM
I really like the mighty Work Champ but I love this toolset.  I can definitely see this knife seeing more pocket time.  Is there a day of the week set aside for 111's?  111 Wednesday perhaps?  :D

Sounds like a new trend!  :cheers:


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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2964 on: January 31, 2021, 02:18:47 AM
Day 30
 :hatsoff: to all those who completed this challenge :cheers: and my thanks to our hosts. :clap: :clap:


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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2965 on: January 31, 2021, 02:20:44 AM
Nice pic alexanderre! :like: :tu: :tu:

Congratulations on finishing the Challenge! :cheers:
Thanks, bud and congratulations to all other finishers
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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2966 on: January 31, 2021, 02:31:36 AM
Day 30
 :hatsoff: to all those who completed this challenge :cheers: and my thanks to our hosts. :clap: :clap:

Nice pic Alan! :like: :tu: :tu:

Congratulations on finishing the Challenge! :cheers:


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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2967 on: January 31, 2021, 02:52:06 AM
 :iagree:


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One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2968 on: January 31, 2021, 05:26:34 AM
Day 31 bonus pics - wouldn’t have felt right to have chosen another SAK this month and horror of horrors, may not get one in the poker face challenge :ahhh

This time the rucksack which I never really got around to carrying

Congratulations everyone, been a top challenge :like:



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Re: One Eleven 'n One Twenty-one
Reply #2969 on: January 31, 2021, 05:35:03 AM
Great snaps! Great SAK!   :tu:


 

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