Multi-Tools

Keltin

Keltin

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Not really cooking related (unless you’re using it to fix the stove, grill, pan, etc), but who’s got a multi-tool, and do you love it?

I’ve had many over the years, most of them cheap. A few years back, DW got me a Gerber, and it is amazing. A really nice, well made tool. I use it to death!

However, it has one “tool” or attachment that I have no idea what it is. Look at the 3rd pic. What is that small flip-out hole thing for? Any ideas?

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Good ideas FM!

I have no idea. I was thinking it was for string to tie the thing to something? It's probably a specialty tool I've never learned to use during my redneck up-bringing. :lol:
 
Fisher's Mom said:
Just guessing here, but is it used to hold the nail in place when you first begin to hammer a nail?
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But…..I was thinking just now…..if you use this for a nail and the head is too big……how do you get the tool free once you hammer the nail in? Maybe only used for finishing nails?
 
If I recall correctly, you're supposed to tie a string to that and then use the folded-up tool as a plumb bob. Of course, I've been drinking, so that may be bullshit.
 
FryBoy said:
If I recall correctly, you're supposed to tie a string to that and then use the folded-up tool as a plumb bob. Of course, I've been drinking, so that may be bullshit.
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It wouldn't hang properly to be a plumb bob. It's just a lanyard ring. Kind of silly, since they usually come with a leather case to attach to your belt, but if you're working on a tall ladder, having your tools tied to your person sure can come in handy!
 
I got 3 cheap little multi tools from sellout.woot for $3/ea. I just love mine! I've used it so many times since I got it. I gave one to my DIL and one to my son (who will probably lose it since he doesn't have a purse).
 

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I have two of these. A really old weatherman. That is on mw weekday belt and a weatherman wave on my jeans. There is nothing on computers that cannot be taken apart with one. Paladin tools makes one with blades to punch down 66 blocks and 110 blocks. I would love to have one of those.
 
Keltin said:
However, it has one “tool” or attachment that I have no idea what it is. Look at the 3rd pic. What is that small flip-out hole thing for? Any ideas?
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You tie a string to it for use as a weapon. Saves you from having to carry a sock full of nickels around when you need to jack somebody.

Yeah yeah, I know, probably time to call my shrink again.....
 
I keep one in the car, but I hardly ever use it. I keep a couple of pocket knives on me that I use frequently.

I'd say that hole is for a lanyard. Handy for anglers, tower repair people, and anybody who drops it will lose it forever...
 
Adillo303 said:
BTW Buzz these would be a real change to sharpen.
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I'm willing to bet they're made of 440A steel or something close to it. I have a Leatherman and that is what it feels like on the stones. Those short blades sharpen quickly but as knife steels go, edge retention is minimal.
 
I have several of the multi tools with them in each car as well as in the office. When I carry a pocket knife I have about 10 Swiss Army that have different uses. For example I have one for when I play golf. It has a spike tightening tool, ball mark repair tool, a removable ball marker as well as the usual scissors, two bladed knife and 2 screw drivers. It was a one of the gifts I got from a golf tournament about 10 years ago where I also got my Michalob golf bag from at the same time.
 
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