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MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023

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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #330 on: November 07, 2023, 05:54:10 PM
I'm enjoying all the photos from today and a BIG thanks to all who wished me a happy birthday.  Yes, IMR has avoided the Green Ripper for another year.  Even though that shrouded ghastly figure always wins in the end with a sweep of his scythe.  Sometimes the final cut comes quickly, sometimes lingering.  But it didn't happen for me today.  Make the most of what you have.  Love your family.  Love a stranger.  Love the idea of love.  G
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I was too busy these last two days to read through this thread, so I didn't get the birthday bit. Happy birthday, Gary :cheers: Hope you had a good time with you family and your new socks!

Cheers,

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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #331 on: November 07, 2023, 07:10:32 PM
The minions are back today and we're outside enjoying the rather warm, 77°, day today.
With no batteries to change, splinters to remove or anything else expected I decided to show a rair view of my pocket pouch.
It's been with me it this configuration for quite a while.
Streamlight Nano,
Brass LFM,
Gerber Shard,
Spare house key,
Grumpy key tag,
And of course a MiniChamp.
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The pouch came from the craft store.
It was folded, stitched and coated with black spray paint.
Addicted to sharp pointy things.


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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #332 on: November 07, 2023, 08:03:07 PM
Day 6

Opened lunch…


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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #333 on: November 07, 2023, 08:04:57 PM
Quote from: AzteCypher

Day 6

Mail call duty today.

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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #334 on: November 07, 2023, 08:06:41 PM

no uses today  :dunno:

so here's a shot of the MC with a 3D printed axolotl that a friend made and a good book


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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #335 on: November 07, 2023, 08:08:40 PM
A belated Happy Birthday to IMR :cheers:

November 7 and already the MC has been hard at work opening a delivery of analogue writing materials (also known as notebooks

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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #336 on: November 07, 2023, 08:10:56 PM
    Day 7
Attention:  A very important notice from the Boy Scouts about knife maintenance and proper usage of this very important tool.  A little dated for sure.  But still good.  Take notes if you need.
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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #337 on: November 07, 2023, 08:13:37 PM
Day 6 of 30:
Was worn out and forgot to post before I went to bed early last night. Peeled a couple of oranges during class but didn't take a picture so as to not bring any more attention to myself. Snapped a picture when I emptied my pockets into my Stormy Kromer, which holds my most often carried items.

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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #338 on: November 07, 2023, 08:15:13 PM
Some scissor use this morning while packing a gift for a friend.


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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #340 on: November 07, 2023, 08:20:30 PM
Powernoodle Day 7


Popping the plastic on a Factor meal.  For the lazily-inclined, these are actually pretty good.  Shipped to you "fresh" in a cold pack, not frozen.[/i]


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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #341 on: November 07, 2023, 08:50:14 PM
DAY 7

I used the orange peeler to cut the seal on a bottle of Boost.

Click on picture for full picture

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[--- arms length ---] (-.-) 

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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #342 on: November 07, 2023, 08:51:02 PM
The minions are back today and we're outside enjoying the rather warm, 77°, day today.
With no batteries to change, splinters to remove or anything else expected I decided to show a rair view of my pocket pouch.
It's been with me it this configuration for quite a while.
Streamlight Nano,
Brass LFM,
Gerber Shard,
Spare house key,
Grumpy key tag,
And of course a MiniChamp.
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The pouch came from the craft store.
It was folded, stitched and coated with black spray paint.

Nice assortment!
[--- arms length ---] (-.-) 

                                ^-- where the cat sits


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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #343 on: November 07, 2023, 09:52:38 PM
Day 7
No use yet today, but I have one of my MiniChamps on standby. 
There was a time when I was taking the scales off of Classics and putting them on MiniChamps.
Rest in peace ColoSwiss, you will always be remembered.


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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #344 on: November 07, 2023, 10:25:08 PM

There was a time when I was taking the scales off of Classics and putting them on MiniChamps.


That's about the best way to do it.  You can find some nice ones that are actually cheaper than a set of replacements from Victorinox.

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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #345 on: November 08, 2023, 12:37:00 AM
Day 7
No use yet today, but I have one of my MiniChamps on standby. 
There was a time when I was taking the scales off of Classics and putting them on MiniChamps.

Cool MiniChamp FB! :like: :tu: :tu:


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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #346 on: November 08, 2023, 02:31:30 AM
So true PitCarver.
Thank you Vicman.
I did end up using a MiniChamp today to open a Leatherman Arc.
I can't help it, I like Mac and PC, Coke and Pepsi, Victorinox and Leatherman.
 
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Rest in peace ColoSwiss, you will always be remembered.


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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #347 on: November 08, 2023, 02:53:45 AM
Day 7

Well… I had a tool failure today.

I was trying to open a bottle of Topo Chico (carbonated mineral water) at the office today. The bottle opener on the Minichamp was not up to the job!

I’ve opened bottles with the 58mm combo tool before but it just couldn’t get a grip on this bottle cap while also being able to reach the top of the cap for leverage.

My back up 91mm had to come out of my pocket and bail the Minichamp out. I didn’t take a picture, since I was at work, so here’s a picture of the SAKs involved in this sad tale.

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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #348 on: November 08, 2023, 03:33:05 AM
Coke and Pepsi.  Vics and Leatherman.  And a new Vespa.  Too cool.  When will the Jasmine be blooming?  Best wishes.  G
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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #349 on: November 08, 2023, 06:01:33 AM
Day 7 of 30:
How many MC scoops per cup of water?


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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #350 on: November 08, 2023, 06:06:07 AM
Day 7

Well… I had a tool failure today.

I was trying to open a bottle of Topo Chico (carbonated mineral water) at the office today. The bottle opener on the Minichamp was not up to the job!

I’ve opened bottles with the 58mm combo tool before but it just couldn’t get a grip on this bottle cap while also being able to reach the top of the cap for leverage.

My back up 91mm had to come out of my pocket and bail the Minichamp out. I didn’t take a picture, since I was at work, so here’s a picture of the SAKs involved in this sad tale.

One SAK coming to the aid of another.  Nothing sad about that.  :cheers:


Day 7
Nothing major to report aside from the MC freeing this gum from imprisonment.

May the best of your past, be the worst of your future.



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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #351 on: November 08, 2023, 06:07:42 AM
Day 7 of 30:
How many MC scoops per cup of water?

With the amount of coffee I drink... I'd say about 5... give or take a 1000.
May the best of your past, be the worst of your future.



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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #352 on: November 08, 2023, 06:14:53 AM
Day 7

Actually, it's after midnight, so technically already day 8 - hope this still counts. Came home from my seminar beat, opened a package with the orange peeler and eventually just fell asleep. Oh, well. Anyway, it's the first time I used the orange peeler for this task. It works well but not better than the small blade imho, so I saw no advantage here. Maybe it will score higher with blister packs? if I find one in the course of the challenge, I will try.


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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #353 on: November 08, 2023, 08:05:57 AM
Day 7
No use yet today, but I have one of my MiniChamps on standby. 
There was a time when I was taking the scales off of Classics and putting them on MiniChamps.

Nice scales!
[--- arms length ---] (-.-) 

                                ^-- where the cat sits


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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #354 on: November 08, 2023, 10:43:09 AM
So true PitCarver.
Thank you Vicman.
I did end up using a MiniChamp today to open a Leatherman Arc.
I can't help it, I like Mac and PC, Coke and Pepsi, Victorinox and Leatherman.

I'm a little disappointed that the Arc didn't cut it's own way out, stand up, and introduce itself.  :pok: :rofl:   I do like Victorinox and Leatherman, and when not doing a challenge I carry both.


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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #355 on: November 08, 2023, 12:39:07 PM
Day 8
    Mini opens a snack.  Chocolate cake pops.  Not really like cake.  More of a brownie on a stick dunked in chocolate.  With sprinkles.  Very rich in additives and lots of both food groups.  Fat and calories. 
    So far I have carried only the Mini.  I use the lanyard built on a shoestring.  I keep a little money in the same pocket.  The cord gets tangled up in that a little on occasion.  No biggie. 
    I have used the main blade, the emergency/letter opener blade, the cut n picker hook gimmick, the scissors, and the nail file pointy tool.  Mostly the nail file.  Oh, also the key ring since Victorinox considers that a tool as well.
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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #356 on: November 08, 2023, 01:30:24 PM
Good stuff, sir. 

Powernoodle Day 8



At Powernoodle Sprout Farms, our team of quality control engineers examines every broccoli sprout to ensure only the freshest product reaches your salad bowl.
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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #357 on: November 08, 2023, 01:31:46 PM
Day 8......out and about......needed to load some 35mm film into the Oly but had to trim the film leader to thread into the sprocket.......out came the MC, and like 'The Sword of Zorro', a slash here and a slash there, and before you know it, the film leader was snug in the feed.......post operation photo taken with digital :D


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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #358 on: November 08, 2023, 01:34:22 PM
Trivia:  when making my latest post, I learnt that the word "s-p-e-c-i-a-l-i-s-t-s" gets blocked by the spam filter because it contains the letters of an ED medication.  So I had to use "engineers".

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Re: MiniChamp November to Remember Challenge 2023
Reply #359 on: November 08, 2023, 01:34:53 PM
Stoer, I remember the days of the old Kodak cameras with the plastic film cassette and the square flash bulb on top.  Circa 1970's.

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