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Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025

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us Offline Barry Rowland

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Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
on: March 15, 2025, 02:08:17 AM
In the Yeoman Thread SOS24, Folder Beholder, and I were discussing a challenge.  SOS24 suggested a Mag Glass Challenge.  The question is anyone interested, and what month will work best for everyone?
« Last Edit: March 15, 2025, 04:23:57 AM by Sos24 »
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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #1 on: March 15, 2025, 02:16:13 AM
Barry, did you mean to type 2025? :think: If so, I might be in. Everything is kinda touch-and-go with my big plan that has to be implemented within six months.
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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #2 on: March 15, 2025, 02:28:44 AM
I’d certainly consider joining. It would give me an excuse to get a sak with a mag glass


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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #3 on: March 15, 2025, 02:30:58 AM
Yes I did  :facepalm: Thanks for catching that Dan!
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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #4 on: March 15, 2025, 02:32:37 AM
Everyone, that was meant to read 2025 on the poll.  It's been a long day  :facepalm:
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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #5 on: March 15, 2025, 04:24:22 AM
Everyone, that was meant to read 2025 on the poll.  It's been a long day  :facepalm:
Fixed for you

I’m in for anytime other than April, because of MacGyver Challenge.


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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #6 on: March 15, 2025, 04:53:38 AM
Thank you!  I'm in challenges through May, so anytime after that is good for me.  I think this is a great idea.  There's a good lineup of SAKs with mag glasses. 
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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #7 on: March 15, 2025, 05:07:48 AM
I'll give it a look. Any month after April's MacGyver Challenge should work for me.

Do we have to use the mag glass everyday or just a SAK with a mag glass?
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91mm: Champion "c", Swiss Champ (4), Explorer (3), Deluxe Tinker, Huntsman, Serrated Spartan/Weekender, Explorer Plus, Deluxe Explorer Plus (mod), Outdoorsman Plus, Champion "a", Champion Plus, Timekeeper Alarm, Golfer
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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #8 on: March 15, 2025, 05:44:34 AM
I could be persuaded later in the year.
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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #9 on: March 15, 2025, 05:46:48 AM
I'll give it a look. Any month after April's MacGyver Challenge should work for me.

Do we have to use the mag glass everyday or just a SAK with a mag glass?
Just carrying a SAK with a magnifying glass


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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #10 on: March 15, 2025, 02:52:53 PM
I voted for June just because I want to be in a challenge soon, but will participate whichever month is chosen.  :hatsoff:
Rest in peace ColoSwiss, you will always be remembered.


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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #11 on: March 15, 2025, 03:29:05 PM
I'm leaning towards June, namely because I miss carrying my Swisschamps, but I'm open to any month.  Let's give it a few days and see how the poll goes.  I'll make a decision no later than Wednesday.  Thank you all for the great feedback!
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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #12 on: March 15, 2025, 04:45:29 PM
I voted July because I’m likely going to stop by SMKW the last week of June as we travel south for vacation.  Figured that would be a good opportunity to pick up a mag glass model. I can always fall back on amazon. Or maybe post a WTB here for an explorer.

Edit to add: I just now saw that the explorer is $44.99 at Amazon for a limited time. It’s usually in the $60-65 range. Tempting.  Though an older one would have the grey mag glass and thicker blade stock. Decisions, decisions.


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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #13 on: March 16, 2025, 01:38:48 AM
I'm interested in the Magnifying Glass Challenge too. :)


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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #15 on: March 16, 2025, 02:11:07 AM
I'd jump at that sale Gustophersmob.  You could always trade it for an older one.  That seems like a great price these days!
I voted July because I’m likely going to stop by SMKW the last week of June as we travel south for vacation.  Figured that would be a good opportunity to pick up a mag glass model. I can always fall back on amazon. Or maybe post a WTB here for an explorer.

Edit to add: I just now saw that the explorer is $44.99 at Amazon for a limited time. It’s usually in the $60-65 range. Tempting.  Though an older one would have the grey mag glass and thicker blade stock. Decisions, decisions.
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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #16 on: March 16, 2025, 02:12:11 AM
June is rapidly adding up!
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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #17 on: March 16, 2025, 02:16:51 AM
It would be great to have you Vicman!  I just looked and the Dean51 Memorial Challenge is in August.  I'm going to make a decision and go with June.  I'd love to have everyone here on board!

RP or Sherry, I don't know if you can, but would you change the thread name to Mag Glass Challenge June 2025 please?  I can hear my long neglected Swiss Champs and Yeoman cheering from my storage case  :ahhh :ahhh :D
Barry


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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #18 on: March 16, 2025, 05:54:33 AM
Just carrying a SAK with a magnifying glass

Thanks!

Slightly disappointed that no one noticed my “give it a look” comment for the magnifying glass challenge. Tough room, sheesh…
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58mm: Bijou (3), Classic SD (7), Mini Champ Plus (mod), Alox Classic SD, Rambler (3), Companion
65mm: Wenger Esquire
74mm: Executive (2)
85mm: Traveler, Delemont S10, Bass
91mm: Champion "c", Swiss Champ (4), Explorer (3), Deluxe Tinker, Huntsman, Serrated Spartan/Weekender, Explorer Plus, Deluxe Explorer Plus (mod), Outdoorsman Plus, Champion "a", Champion Plus, Timekeeper Alarm, Golfer
93mm: Pioneer Alox


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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #19 on: March 16, 2025, 06:12:49 AM
I voted for June just because I want to be in a challenge soon, but will participate whichever month is chosen.  :hatsoff:
If wanting to be in a challenge sooner than, have you considered April’s MacGyver Challenge.  I know you have SAKs, so then just need to add some tape and a paper clip.

https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,93494.0.html


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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #20 on: March 16, 2025, 02:53:18 PM
How are these?


« Last Edit: March 16, 2025, 03:01:59 PM by ReamerPunch »


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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #21 on: March 16, 2025, 03:00:56 PM
I’ll probably sit this one out.  I feel like I participated in an Explorer challenge not too long ago, and this would probably just be a repeat of that for me.

The only other SAK I own with the mag glass is the SC, which I find too heavy & bulky to want to carry.

Plus, it is looking like this might go in June, and I’m planning to host the Giants of June/Big Blades challenge if there is any interest.

I’ll cheer y’all on though.
« Last Edit: March 16, 2025, 03:08:01 PM by nate j »


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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #23 on: March 16, 2025, 03:05:16 PM
 :facepalm:
Thanks!

Slightly disappointed that no one noticed my “give it a look” comment for the magnifying glass challenge. Tough room, sheesh…
 :facepalm:
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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #24 on: March 16, 2025, 03:41:30 PM
RP or Sherry, I don't know if you can, but would you change the thread name to Mag Glass Challenge June 2025 please?  I can hear my long neglected Swiss Champs and Yeoman cheering from my storage case  :ahhh :ahhh :D

Yes we can! :viking:


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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #25 on: March 16, 2025, 03:49:48 PM
If wanting to be in a challenge sooner than, have you considered April’s MacGyver Challenge.  I know you have SAKs, so then just need to add some tape and a paper clip.

https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,93494.0.html
Thank you for the link Sos!
Rest in peace ColoSwiss, you will always be remembered.


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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #26 on: March 16, 2025, 04:07:26 PM
If wanting to be in a challenge sooner than, have you considered April’s MacGyver Challenge.  I know you have SAKs, so then just need to add some tape and a paper clip.

https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,93494.0.html

I was about to suggest that but you beat me to it! :cheers:


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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #27 on: March 16, 2025, 05:48:40 PM
Thank you for editing the name RP!  :cheers:
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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #28 on: March 16, 2025, 06:31:37 PM
It would be great to have you Vicman!  I just looked and the Dean51 Memorial Challenge is in August.  I'm going to make a decision and go with June.  I'd love to have everyone here on board!

RP or Sherry, I don't know if you can, but would you change the thread name to Mag Glass Challenge June 2025 please?  I can hear my long neglected Swiss Champs and Yeoman cheering from my storage case  :ahhh :ahhh :D

Thank you, Barry! :hatsoff:

June sounds great to me! :cheers:


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Re: Magnifying Glass Challenge - June 2025
Reply #29 on: March 16, 2025, 06:42:56 PM
Let's get the party rolling then!
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