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Bond & Curl--possible leak?

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ie Offline McStitchy

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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #120 on: March 16, 2021, 12:57:28 PM
As with the Signal, the saw and file looks like direct replacements.

 :tu:  ... if you can source them of course.


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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #121 on: March 16, 2021, 01:02:12 PM
Now we can only hope they will come out in BO as well   :popcorn:


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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #122 on: March 16, 2021, 01:10:49 PM
 :iagree: :o :dd: :like: :like:


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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #123 on: March 16, 2021, 02:32:54 PM
 :iagree:+2 :drool:


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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #124 on: March 16, 2021, 02:34:24 PM
:ahhh


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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #125 on: March 16, 2021, 11:08:31 PM
Hah... thank you guys for sharing the pics  :like:

I like them, I like them.
However, I use a saw more than a file.

Anyhow, these two make sense to me... if the price is right. Personally I feel they should be sub 50$ though.

This is my gripe with these tools, and unfortunately, I probably won't buy them even though I've been itching for something new for a while... I have way too many files and not enough applications for them.   To be fair, for most people I think this makes sense.  If I had to pick one full-sized tool to replace the file, I would choose a serrated blade, and I know that's not a popular choice. 


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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #126 on: March 16, 2021, 11:09:38 PM
yay, I finally get to see what they are! :ahhh

They're ok, I guess? :think:
I little bland maybe. I was not expecting to see those. I cannot say I will be jumping on those, and even if I did, prices would not make sense anyway. Still, nice to see. :cheers:


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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #127 on: March 17, 2021, 12:43:14 AM
This is my gripe with these tools, and unfortunately, I probably won't buy them even though I've been itching for something new for a while... I have way too many files and not enough applications for them.   To be fair, for most people I think this makes sense.  If I had to pick one full-sized tool to replace the file, I would choose a serrated blade, and I know that's not a popular choice. 

My PocketPowerPlier's long tools are serrated and PE blades. And I use two blades more than either saw or file. Most green wood and vines are more easily cut with a serrated blade, and I usually carry a pruning saw in the pliers pocket of my pants these days when out working.  I decided to borrow parts from my Paratool, and decided on this somewhat odd layout due to the soft files SOG uses.

Something tells me the Bolster will have a saw, given the other two tools have layouts similar to the Rev and Wingman, so we've got to have a Sidekick type tool.


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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #128 on: March 17, 2021, 11:41:06 AM
For me the Curl looks very promising as it will be the basis for my perfect modded LM.

My favorite LM tool to EDC is a modified Fuze that has an awl and a pocket clip. It's weight is significantly less than a Wave and that's the main reason l carry it. The only downside is the lack of an OHO blade.

I also have a modified Wave which has the Wingman scissors instead of the SE blade and it has an awl, square Phillips and the long thin screwdriver. Tool wise its perfect but its its too heavy to EDC snd it only gets carried when l know l will need it.

Looking at the new Curl, l will be able to get all my must  have tools (large and small screwdriver,  square phillips and an awl) plus Two OHO options (scissors and PE blade).This will definitely wiegh less than a Wave so happy days for me.


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Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #129 on: March 17, 2021, 03:55:02 PM
The lack of a lock on the tools is annoying. Hopefully just doesn’t show. At $80 they could have put a lock on them. There’s not a significant difference in price otherwise so I don’t see the point unless it weighs a lot less than the Wave, especially since it’s much less capable. But I’d still like to try one out.


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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #130 on: March 17, 2021, 04:37:06 PM
The lack of a lock on the tools is annoying. Hopefully just doesn’t show. At $80 they could have put a lock on them. There’s not a significant difference in price otherwise so I don’t see the point unless it weighs a lot less than the Wave, especially since it’s much less capable. But I’d still like to try one out.


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I think the point is that they don't lock


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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #131 on: March 17, 2021, 07:17:04 PM
I think the point is that they don't lock
I think that’s true with the Bond but the according to the description above the blade locks on the Curl.


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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #132 on: March 17, 2021, 08:08:52 PM
I'm getting that Ratchet Driver as soon as I can source it from Amazon (cheap shipping to here). I've wanted the bit driver extender for a while but this is a better option for my uses.
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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #133 on: March 18, 2021, 09:40:30 AM
I rather like the look of the Curl as a 'Wave Lite'. I just hope to heck they price it normally. As it is, it's a great urban carry, with a bit of modding it would be a great outdoors carry, swap the file for a Saw.
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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #134 on: March 18, 2021, 01:08:45 PM
Tranlated pics  :tu:


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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #135 on: March 18, 2021, 08:53:36 PM
Has there been a launch date?


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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #136 on: March 18, 2021, 10:21:50 PM
Based on the pics and the description it looks like only the OHO blade and file lock.
Not ideal but if l can have all the tools l need in a lightweight package with a pocket clip l'll take it.


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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #137 on: March 19, 2021, 12:16:28 PM
I'm psyched about both of these to be honest.  The wave that I carry is kind of heavy.  I need an awl more than I need a saw.  I actually kind of dig the return to the PST aesthetic.  Multitools are too heavy.  Really hope these both have pocket clips.  I don't mind the non locking - the slipjoints on my wingman and kick are plenty stiff.  (The rev with the bifurcated handle is another story....)


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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #138 on: March 19, 2021, 04:21:13 PM
If the their tools engage anything like as well as the ones on the old Kick then there won't be a problem I'd say.
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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #139 on: March 19, 2021, 04:28:17 PM
 :iagree: Plenty of the old school tools didn't have locking tools and I got along with them great :salute: Just love looking at that updated PST :dd: :like:

Love the slim Wave as well :salute: :like:


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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #140 on: March 21, 2021, 02:20:18 AM
Bond : 6.3 oz

Will come with sheath and not pocket clip....this irks me so much....to get a spare clip will cost between 10-15...that completely changes the cost benefit ratio for me...

As for the curl. As msrp of 70....or 80 with locking internal tools and replaceable cutters, would have been solid...as is I think it will sell lacklusterly.


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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #141 on: March 21, 2021, 04:05:56 AM
Bond : 6.3 oz

Will come with sheath and not pocket clip....this irks me so much....to get a spare clip will cost between 10-15...that completely changes the cost benefit ratio for me...

As for the curl. As msrp of 70....or 80 with locking internal tools and replaceable cutters, would have been solid...as is I think it will sell lacklusterly.

Any idea if the Curl comes with a pocket clip?


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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #142 on: March 21, 2021, 04:46:25 AM
Bond : 6.3 oz

Will come with sheath and not pocket clip....this irks me so much....to get a spare clip will cost between 10-15...that completely changes the cost benefit ratio for me...

As for the curl. As msrp of 70....or 80 with locking internal tools and replaceable cutters, would have been solid...as is I think it will sell lacklusterly.


I agree 100% on your first thought, as it looks that it comes already pre drilled and quite probably the Free series clip will work. Lets hope they rethink this option, like when they launched the P4 with lanyard ring instead of the P2's clip and ended up giving the clip for free with proof of purchase."Lets start making some noise and request that the Bond becomes the New Sideclip!" :viking:

On your 2nd. thought; it is solid, and it's called the Wave. Think of the Curl as the entry-level, "New Basic Wave".

Having said that, I have no interest whatsoever for the Curl but, oooh would I like for the Bond to already come out!!!!!


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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #143 on: March 21, 2021, 02:28:42 PM
« Last Edit: March 21, 2021, 02:38:33 PM by genevabuck »


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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #144 on: March 21, 2021, 03:06:07 PM
 :salute: :hatsoff: :tu:

In the picture it looks like it has Rebar handles, only without the rules or the lock tabs; guess that the final product will be without clip. :wait: :bnghd: for $50, I think it is stil a "good bang-for-buck" deal.

(What would the squared holes be for!?!)
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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #145 on: March 21, 2021, 03:20:52 PM
I wonder if that square hole is some kind of stabilizer for a tab on a pocket clip that screws into tool pivot.  Who knows.

I still want these tools, but both should come with a pocket clip!! The pocket clip on my wave was a game changer.


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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #146 on: March 21, 2021, 03:51:34 PM
The square hole is in the same place as the round hole of the pin for the locking tab on the Rebar :think: perhaps they are taking Rebar handles before they are in the final stage of being cut but already have that cut out and using them for the Bond :dunno:

I hope they sell different version with an option to buy it with a clip vs a sheath :facepalm: I have to many sheaths as it is now :ahhh

Both tools still interest me though :cheers:

and here is the pic to the link that geneva put above :cheers:



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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #147 on: March 21, 2021, 03:52:39 PM
Also, I am kinda digging the clean look of the Bond without the ruler :dd: I never use the ruler on it anyways :whistle: :D


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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #148 on: March 21, 2021, 04:13:36 PM
I kinda wish it didn't have that cut-out in the handle for the blade opener (nail nick).  You've got lovely, uninterrupted, rounded over, straight handles....with a gap. Yes, obviously the blade fills the gap but it's still not as nice in the hand as it might be.  I have the same criticism for the Rebar BTW.  I know why it's there but for my money it's not worth it.  :-\
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Re: Bond & Curl--possible leak?
Reply #149 on: March 21, 2021, 05:12:46 PM
I guess I just got use to the cut outs when they first came out on the ST300,  maybe :think: then it was touted as a big plus on the Rebar as well and I guess I just went with it :D


 

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