Color | Red |
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Material | Stainless Steel |
Brand | Victorinox |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 2.28 x 0.77 x 0.41 inches |
Item Weight | 1.1 Ounces |
Included Components | Pocket Knife |
Number of Pieces | 1 |
Manufacturer | Victorinox Swiss Army |
Part Number | 0.6363-033-X1 |
Item Weight | 1.1 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 2.28 x 0.77 x 0.41 inches |
Item model number | 0.6363-033-X1 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Size | 58mm |
Style | Rambler |
Pattern | Knife |
Power Source | hand_powered |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Handle Material | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |
Warranty Description | Victorinox provides a lifetime guarantee against defects in material and workmanship |
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Victorinox Rambler Swiss Army Knife, Compact 10 Function Swiss Made Pocket Knife with Magnetic Phillips Screwdriver, Scissors and Tweezers – Red
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Color | Red |
Material | Stainless Steel |
Brand | Victorinox |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 2.28 x 0.77 x 0.41 inches |
Item Weight | 1.1 Ounces |
About this item
- Always Be Prepared: The Victorinox Rambler 58mm Swiss Army Knife is your reliable companion for safety, comfort, performance, and efficiency. With 10 essential functions, it's a compact and versatile tool for every situation.
- Swiss Precision and Durability: Crafted in Switzerland, this Swiss Army Knife features stainless steel construction encased in popular scales, offering durability, a slim profile, and resistance to tackle any task.
- Classic of Creativity: The Original Swiss Army Knife is a timeless classic, known for creativity, functionality, and quality. Compact, agile, and adventure-ready, it has been an icon since 1897.
- Versatile Survival Tool: At its core, this pocket knife is a survival multitasker, excelling in any situation. Whether you're facing daily challenges or unexpected adventures, it's a trusted companion.
- Lifetime Quality Assurance: Made in Switzerland, Victorinox is dedicated to material and workmanship quality. We provide a lifetime guarantee against defects, making it easy to commit to a lifetime of utility and smart design. No assembly required, and backed by a money-back guarantee.
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Victorinox is a global family-run company that is now being managed by a member of the family’s fourth generation. The company‘s headquarters are located in Ibach, canton of Schwyz, at the heart of Switzerland, where the legendary "Original Swiss Army Knife" was invented. The company also makes high-quality household and professional knives, watches, travel gear and fragrances.
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What does Victorinox stand for?
Victorinox is an authentic Swiss brand with a strong history and heritage. The Swiss place great value on practicality; they take pride in innovation, quality and expertise.
What makes our products unique?
Our products are uniquely robust, durable, and precisely manufactured in Switzerland with high quality materials to meet premium standards with no compromises.
Why do we love what we do?
We make products the way we would like to have them ourselves. This means in outstanding Swiss quality, with solution oriented functionality.
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Product Details
- 10 Functions
- Height: 0.4 inches
- Length: 2.3 inches (58mm)
- Swiss Made
Rambler
Small Pocket Knife with 10 Functions
Stay well equipped as you ramble from one successful day to another with the Rambler pocket knife. It's full of essential tools such as scissors, two screwdrivers and much more. And despite all the functionality packed between its scales, it still manages a slim profile that easily slips into your pocket.
Care Tips for Swiss Army Knives
The various tools of a Swiss Army Knife are manufactured from high-quality steel with precisely tuned features that are essential for the particular application. The steel is tempered, annealed and polished to achieve the necessary hardness and provide optimum resistance to corrosion. To maintain Swiss Army Knives, use a 15°–20° angle whetstone for sharpening, or a cooling grinding wheel. Clean by opening and closing in warm water, then apply oil. Avoid dishwashers to prevent damage.
Functions at a Glance:
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Sharp BladeThis durable precision-honed sharpened edge makes clean, accurate cuts with resistance to corrosion. Be prepared for anything: cut your food, gut a fish, slice paper, carve your initials into a tree or whittle a piece of wood. |
ScissorsMake tough cuts with strength and control. These scissors are always on hand and can be used for trimming leaves, cutting off tags, clipping coupons or emergency situations. |
ScrewdriverA versatile screwdriver that has everything the professional needs. It is designed to meet a variety of needs such as domestic appliances, furniture, automotive, factory, and everyday. |
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Functions | 16 | 15 | 12 | 15 | 33 |
Size | 58mm | 91mm | 91mm | 91mm | 91mm |
Weight | 1.6oz | 3.4oz | 2.2oz | 3.4oz | 6.5oz |
Blade Length | 1.25" | 2.45" | 2.45" | 2.45" | 2.45" |
Stainless Steel | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Made in Switzerland | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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ASIN | B000FNFXQS |
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Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #11,322 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #32 in Pocket Knives & Folding Knives |
Date First Available | July 2, 2004 |
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Product Description
The Victorinox Rambler 58mm Swiss Army Knife is your dependable companion, designed with safety, comfort, performance, and efficiency in mind. Crafted with Swiss precision, this compact multi-tool features stainless steel construction encased in popular scales, ensuring durability and a slim profile. The Original Swiss Army Knife is a timeless classic, synonymous with creativity, functionality, and quality. Since 1897, Swiss Army Knives have been icons of utility and smart design, and the Rambler continues this tradition. With 10 essential functions, including a small blade, scissors, key ring, and more, it's a versatile survival tool that excels in any situation.
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With the Rambler in your pocket, you will always be ready to save the day. If you like the size of the Classic SD, but, are looking for a few more implements, this is the knife for you. It packs 10 functions into a slim profile; and at only 58 mm long, it's the perfect size for your keychain so you'll never have to leave home without it.
Whether you need to snip a thread or tighten a screw, the Rambler has your back. It's the perfect everyday carry for quick fixes and small tasks that you inevitably run into during your daily adventures. The Rambler doesn't make you compromise between size, durability, or functionality so it's always the perfect go-to accessory.
Like all Swiss Army Knives, the Rambler has a lifetime warranty, stainless steel implements and Swiss-made quality and durability.
Includes 10 Functions:
- Blade
- Nail File with
- – Screwdriver
- Scissors
- Bottle Opener with
- – Magnetic Phillips Screwdriver
- – Wire Stripper
- Key Ring
- Tweezers
- Toothpick
History and Heritage
In 1884, Master Cutler Karl Elsener opened a cutlery shop in Ibach, Switzerland. There, he and the cutlers’ union he formed produced the finest steel cutlery, finished with the now-famous proprietary edge preferred globally by professional and home cooks. In 1891, Karl supplied the Swiss Army with its standard issue Soldier’s Knife and in 1897 with the Officer’s Knife. In 1921, after the death of his mother, Victoria, and with the advent of stainless steel, then known as “inoxydable"" and used in the production of his cutlery, Karl changed the name of the company to Victorinox. It is from those humble beginnings that a worldwide icon was born.
Today, Victorinox is still owned and operated by the Elsener family, and both the company and family still resides in the small village of Ibach, Switzerland.
Care Tips for Swiss Army Knives
The various tools are manufactured from high-quality steel with precisely tuned features that are essential for the particular application. The steel is tempered, annealed and polished to achieve the necessary hardness and provide optimum resistance to corrosion.
Sharpening
To re-sharpen your knife, use a whetstone at an angle of 15°– 20°. This will result in a cutting angle of 30°– 40°. If sharpening on a grinding wheel, always cool with plenty of water to avoid excessive temperatures and the resulting damages that may occur.
Cleaning
After you’ve used your Swiss Army Knife for all of its various applications, such as cutting open numerous boxes, you may notice that the blades begin to stick together. Opening and closing the blades in warm water several times will allow the tools to easily move again. Once they have dried, it is recommended, to apply a small drop of oil between the blade or tool shank and the spring. To optimally maintain the locking mechanism, periodically apply a drop of our recommended Swiss Army Knife Oil. Never put Swiss Army Knives in the dishwasher.
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Customers like the quality, fit, performance, ease of use, and weight of the outdoor recreation product. For example, they mention that the knife is sharp, the scissors work well, and the screwdriver works well. That said, some appreciate the lightweight design and the ability to carry it on a keychain.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the outdoor recreation product. They mention that the steel quality is really nice, the knife is sharp, and sturdy. Some say that the mini knife and scissors are handy little pocket tools.
"...It gives me the scissors and blades, which are by far my two most commonly used items, as well as screwdriver, tweezers and toothpick, which I also..." Read more
"...It seems sturdy enough, though. Share it with a friend!If there were one improvement I'd make, it'd have a small pin...." Read more
"perfect small size, durable, quality materials, sharp blade, and immediately put to use within the first day. Reliable and useful...." Read more
"...-Bottle opener is small, but works with some effort-Knife is sharp and works well..." Read more
Customers like the fit of the outdoor recreation product. They mention that it fits on their keychain, is small enough for them to forget about it, and is a bit more compact. Some say that the quality is excellent and the product is able to fit in their "fifth" pocket of their jeans. The bottle opener is small, but works with some effort. Overall, customers find the product to be a great combination of functionality and size.
"...I think overall it's a great combination of functionality and size.Victorinox Swiss Army Fieldmaster Pocket Knife (Red)..." Read more
"...They cut very cleanly and precisely, and are great for small bits of paper, cloth, etc...." Read more
"perfect small size, durable, quality materials, sharp blade, and immediately put to use within the first day. Reliable and useful...." Read more
"...-Bottle opener is small, but works with some effort-Knife is sharp and works well..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the outdoor recreation tools set. They mention that the scissors work exceptionally well for cutting or trimming anything, the tools are sturdy, and the screwdriver works well up to Philips #2. Some say that the bottle opener works well, and that it works especially well for a woman who uses a walker that has a chair feature. They also mention that it seems flimsy at first, but it works for very small jobs.
"...wood saw often, I actually use it more than you would think and it works quite well...." Read more
"...Reliable and useful. Great gift or tool. Every man should own a Victorinox" Read more
"...-Knife is sharp and works well-SAK scissors always impress me with how well they work for their size..." Read more
"...Each time it’s gone I immediately get another. That’s how handy and useful these small SAKs are...." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the outdoor recreation product. They say the bottle opener is surprisingly useful for its size, and the Phillips end is a nice addition. They also say the blade is extremely sharp and great for opening anything. The screwdriver has really been useful when opening toys or gadgets for replacing. The combination phillips screwdrive and bottle opener was brilliant, and a pocket companion with knife, scissors, bottle opener, Phillips, flat head, file. It's a bit of getting used to, but it opens bottles.
"...The bottle opener is okay. I wouldn't want to go on a bender with it, but for sharing a beer or two, it's fine...." Read more
"...small size, durable, quality materials, sharp blade, and immediately put to use within the first day. Reliable and useful. Great gift or tool...." Read more
"...opens away from the keyring as compared to the classic, so its easier to use if you keep this on your keys...." Read more
"...All the tools are great for quick on the spot minor issues that may come up...." Read more
Customers find the weight of the outdoor recreation product to be very lightweight and easy to carry around in pockets. They also say it's slender and light enough to keep on their keychain. Customers also say there is fundamentally no difference in overall weight or feel to how much stuff is theirs. Overall, customers are satisfied with the weight and functionality of the product.
"...There is fundamentally no difference in overall weight or feel to "how much stuff is my pocket" by adding this SAK...." Read more
"...There's no significant weight or bulk, yet it has just enough weight to feel solid. It's well-made, and feels pleasant to use...." Read more
"...I don't feel like I've added any bulk to my EDC since it's so small and slim." Read more
"...However, I found the compact size to be lighter and easier to carry. Despite it's size, it is still super functional...." Read more
Customers like the value of the pocket tools. They mention that it's an excellent buy at any price, and worth the buy.
"...And while it's not cheap, it's not expensive: if (heaven forfend) I forgot about at a TSA checkpoint, it wouldn't be crazy expensive to replace...." Read more
"...Its also not that expensive so it easy to replace if necessary.This is very similar to the classic, but with the extra tool...." Read more
"...These are so cheap but just handy little pocket tools...." Read more
"Great knife but the price is getting too high for such a small knife. I would give it a full 5 stars except for the price." Read more
Customers find the tools in the outdoor recreation product useful. They say it has a good selection of basic tools and is pocket friendly. Customers also mention that the product comes in handy and has exactly what they need.
"...All of the tools are useful...." Read more
"I love this knife. It helps me out in so many situations. The small Phillips screwdriver and the scissors are my particular goto tools...." Read more
"...It has already come in handy several times. But I must say that the tiny bottle opener is taking some getting used to...." Read more
"Great keychain swiss army knife. Has all the essentials. A small blade, good scissors, and screwdrivers if needed...." Read more
Customers find the screwdriver in the outdoor recreation product handy. They say it has a phillips screwdrives attached, and is magnetic. Some mention that the screw drivers are regular and flathead, and that the knife is sharp.
"...It has large and small blades, scissors, multiple screwdrivers, tweezers, and toothpicks...." Read more
"...The screwdrivers (especially the phillips head) are great for very small screws, like you'd find in eyeglasses, electronics, etc...." Read more
"...They are perfect for the little Philips screws on computers." Read more
"...Has all the essentials. A small blade, good scissors, and screwdrivers if needed. Got it as a replacement to the leatherman squirt...." Read more
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Naturally, when it comes to which SAK to buy, there are fundamental choices to be made about what size of SAK you want as well as what functionality. Obviously, that can be personal preference. So, while I'm not going to list the features of each type of SAK, I'll talk about why I like particular knives (or don't) comparing their feature based on my preferences. I think I'm probably fairly "typical", but if you have different preferences your opinions won't necessarily match mine, of course.
I've divided my review up into "small", "medium", "medium plus", and large SAKs.
Small SAK (Swiss Army Knife):
Victorinox Swiss Army Rambler Pocket Knife
Link: https://amzn.com/B000FNFXQS
The Swiss Army Rambler is really amazing in that it gives me the items I by far use the most in a SAK so small it basically disappears in your pocket. There is fundamentally no difference in overall weight or feel to "how much stuff is my pocket" by adding this SAK. It gives me the scissors and blades, which are by far my two most commonly used items, as well as screwdriver, tweezers and toothpick, which I also use quite a bit. I don't use the bottle opener too much, but it's a nice core item to have as well.
So, basically this knife gives me 90%+ of what I really use in a package so small I barely notice I'm carrying it. That's really hard to beat. If I wasn't greedy about wanting things on my every day carry (EDC) SAK (Swiss Army Knife), this would probably be the knife I use every day. As it stands, I mostly use this one when I have dress pants or otherwise less room than usual and one of the bigger ones when I'm jeans (for example).
Victorinox Jetsetter 3 Pocket Knife
Link: https://amzn.com/B00932EPYI
I bought this for the obvious reason of it's a very small knife that can theoretically get you through TSA at the aiport. I thought having a pair of scissors and the screwdriver with me on trips would be nice. The problem is after reading reviews, I've never really had the motivation to try to get it through TSA security. While most people seem to be able to do it fine, it does seem to "draw attention" more than I'd really like according to other people's reviews. So, I've just never bothered to do it.
Given that, I can't really give this version a fair review. If you want to get it scissors on a plane, it sounds like it works. I just haven't had the energy to test that theory when push came to shove.
Medium SAKs:
I'm also a big fan all of the knives in my "medium" category quite a bit. Which one works for you is really a matter of what features you want and if an additional feature is worth the, typically minor, increase in weight. These are 3 of my favorites.
Victorinox Swiss Army Super Tinker Pocket Knife
Link: https://amzn.com/B000MLU8PE
This version is a great option for me. This has all the core items I use regularly as well as some I use less frequently in a size that fits in pocket without being distracted (although it doesn't "disappear" into my pocket like the smaller rambler does. It has large and small blades, scissors, multiple screwdrivers, tweezers, and toothpicks. So, all the core things that I really use the SAK for at a very reasonable size. I don't really notice it in my pocket, but it doesn't quite "disappear" in my pocket with my rambler. I think overall it's a great combination of functionality and size.
Victorinox Swiss Army Fieldmaster Pocket Knife (Red)
Link: https://amzn.com/B00006IS69
The main advantage to me of this one over the Super Tinker is it has the wood saw. While I don't use the wood saw often, I actually use it more than you would think and it works quite well. It is slightly larger than the Super Tinker (because of the saw), but I don't really notice the difference carrying it around. Whether or not you would like it over the tinker depends on how much you want a wood saw.
Victorinox Swiss Army Explorer Plus Pocket Knife (Red)
Link: https://amzn.com/B0007QCOYM
This is another excellent option in the "medium" size SAKs. It has a lot of the elements I really like about the Champ Plus: the eyeglass screwdrivers, the pen, the pin, the magnifying glass, but is not as bulky. Two key things missing from Champion Plus are fish scaler / ruler (which I don't care much about) and the wood saw (which actually I do like as I said earlier). While I like this one A LOT whether or not I use it compared to the Army Fieldmaster depends on if I'm in a wood saw mood or a magnifying glass, eyeglass screwdriver, pen, pin mood. It's also slightly bulkier than the Fieldmaster. I use this one most of the time when I'm not using my champ plus because I typically use things like the magnifying glass and pen more than the wood saw. Also, the screwdriver isn't the "T" screwdriver, which is a bit easier. I also like having an eyeglass screwdriver with me. So, if I had to recommend one SAK to someone, it is probably this one.
Medium Plus SAK:
Victorinox Champion Plus Knife
Link: https://amzn.com/B0009KF4GG
This is one I probably carry more than I should. I like it more than the Champ version (not listed in my review) because it doesn't have the pliers which add significant size and I personally find not very useful. The pliers are too small to get good torque. If I want pliers I end up pulling out a "real" set.
It is of a size that it it is small enough to be an EDC (every day carry) tool, but really just barely in my opinion. It's noticeably bigger than the SAKs I have listed in my medium section, which is why I call it "medium plus". I notice when it's in my pocket, but it's not a nuisance...especially when I'm in jeans. The reason I like it so much is because it has all the cool stuff I want on my SAK and so I can carry it without making the choice I just talked about of do I want the wood saw or do I want the the magnifying glass, glass screwdriver, pen, and pin. With the Champion plus, I get them all! Basically, there isn't any feature I really want on my SAK that isn't on this version. So, I'm willing to put up with something that's a little larger to have the "all in one" feel to it that this has. At least, when I'm wearing jeans or maybe dockers. When I'm in pure dress pants, it's time for one of the smaller SAKs.
Large SAK:
Victorinox Swiss Army CyberTool 41 Translucent Pocket Knife (Translucent Ruby)
Link: https://amzn.com/B000LKBHJM
I'm not going to give this one a very long review, but basically it has absolutely everything I can imagine wanting even if I'm not really going to use it. :) So, I own it on the theory that rather than carrying it on my person (it's too big to carry regularly), it can sit in a drawer or a glove box and I can pull it out when I need it. The problem is, for me anyway, in practice that never happens. By the time I'm going to a drawer to pull out a tool, I can just pull out one of my normal screwdrivers (or whatever) so I do that instead. So, basically this one never gets used. But, I like the IDEA of it a lot. It's cool to own. :) If you are in a situation where you needing a smallish one size fits all tool that doesn't have to go in your pocket, I think this could be awesome.
Victorinox Swiss Army SwissChamp Pocket Knife
by VictorinoxLink: https://amzn.com/B0001GS19U
This SAK is basically the Champ Plus only with pliers. As I mentioned, I don't think terribly much of the pliers, but if I'm just throwing it in a drawer or a glove compartment and not trying to carry it around, why not have one with the pliers. :) I do own one I keep in my car for that reason. Too big to EDC for me.
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Summary: Which SAK you use depends on what you want in terms of size and features. But, to someone not sure, I'd recommend the Victorinox Swiss Army Explorer Plus Pocket Knife (Red) (Link: https://amzn.com/B0007QCOYM). It is a great combination of some of cool features that I use the most often. If want something really small, go with the rambler. If you can tolerate something a bit bigger, go with the Champ Plus. If you aren't going to carry it and stick it in a glove compartment or drawer, the Champ has everything really. :)
This is very similar to the classic, but with the extra tool. Its slightly thicker, but still a tiny knife. Its nice that the knife opens away from the keyring as compared to the classic, so its easier to use if you keep this on your keys.
-Bottle opener is small, but works with some effort
-Knife is sharp and works well
-SAK scissors always impress me with how well they work for their size
-The philips head and flat head are handy to have when you just need a small screwdriver. Flathead is also handy to use as a little pick or prybar
-I dont use the nail file, but should work fine if you do
-tweezers work very well
-toothpick isn't very useful, but I've seen people wrap thread around it and stash a sewing needle on their knife as a mini sewing kit. There is also mini ferro rods that you can buy and replace the toothpick called fireflies.
I also have a Victorinox 2008 Soldier, a Vic Cybertool M, and a Leatherman, and I'll carry one of them when I think I might need them (depending on whether I'm going outdoors, working on a project, tinkering with computer hardware, or whatever) ... but most of the time I don't need to worry about it. And the tools on the Rambler are good enough that I don't need to worry about equivalents on a larger tool.
If you've never used a Victorinox SAK before, they're very consistent, and very consistently well-built. The metal is softer than some knives, so it requires sharpening more frequently, but they're also easier to sharpen. And honestly, for a little knife like this, it doesn't make much of a difference: the blade is there for those occasions when you need to open a package or something, not for breaking down 100 boxes. Also, it's shiny.
As a rule, SAK scissors are excellent. They cut very cleanly and precisely, and are great for small bits of paper, cloth, etc.
The tweezers, small though they are, are surprisingly good. They're honestly the best pair of tweezers I own.
The screwdrivers (especially the phillips head) are great for very small screws, like you'd find in eyeglasses, electronics, etc.
The bottle opener is okay. I wouldn't want to go on a bender with it, but for sharing a beer or two, it's fine.
The nail file is okay, I guess? I haven't really been blown away by it, but I don't use it very much.
The toothpick is great if you want to put a small piece of plastic in your mouth, but you also want to keep that piece of plastic in your pocket so that you can put it in your mouth again, days or weeks later. It seems sturdy enough, though. Share it with a friend!
If there were one improvement I'd make, it'd have a small pin. Some larger SAKs have a small pin tucked away, and that could be useful here.
Also, let's talk aesthetics: it's a clean, classic, minimal design. It looks nice, and it doesn't look like you have a Transformers action figure or paramilitant delusions of grandeur. It also doesn't have weird rough edges that will wear a hole in your pocket.
In short: all the tools I use on the Rambler are great, but the BEST thing about the Rambler is that I can just... forget about it. If I need a small blade or scissors or screwdriver, I just have them right on my keychain. There's no significant weight or bulk, yet it has just enough weight to feel solid. It's well-made, and feels pleasant to use. And while it's not cheap, it's not expensive: if (heaven forfend) I forgot about at a TSA checkpoint, it wouldn't be crazy expensive to replace.
Victorinox is very good at making tools that reliably do the job, and the Rambler is no exception.
Overall, I couldn't be happier with this tool. I feel more prepared for the random little tasks that come up while I'm out and about and I don't feel like I've added any bulk to my EDC since it's so small and slim.
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