SOG Specialty Knives & Tools F01T Tactical Tomahawk, Black Hardcased Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased this hawk last year and I am very happy with it. I too looked at the mixed reviews and then did my homework. It needs pointing out that SOG have made two versions of this hawk. The first was with a hardwood handle. I believe the bad reviews are probably from people who bought these. I imagine that is why SOG came out with another version which featured a plastic handle. This is the type I purchased. The design is the same as the earlier model, but the new handle makes all the difference. I have abused mine by cutting tree limbs and throwing, and apart from a few scuffs and dirt, the head still sits snug like when it first arrived. Granted you could purchase a super tomahawk that would cost a huge amount, but for the price this hawk suits me fine. Apart from function it is also a nice looking tool/weapon which is suitable for both CQB or light breach work. As another reviewer stated, the sheath is good as it is one of the faster to draw from sheaths I have seen, and allows it to drop straight in to your hand. If money is no object then go for the super deluxe models being sold, but if that's not the case you won't be dissapointed with this product. Just make sure you purchase the newer style plastic handle.

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The original Vietnam Tomahawk, SOG's F01T-N Tactical Tomahawk is the latest incarnation of one of history's most unusual weapons. This versatile piece of equipment handles a number of tasks including excavation, operations breaching, obstacle removal, and extraction, which makes the F01T-N an ideal tool for military and service personnel.

The SOG F01T-N Fusion Tactical Tomahawk Offers:

A 420 stainless steel head with 2.75-inch edge
Side hammer checkering for precise placement when pounding
A steel ferrule for additional strength
A durable ballistic polymer handle

The dependable, 420 stainless steel head has a 2.75-inch edge. View larger.

Side hammer checkering helps ensure precision when pounding. View larger.
Heavy-Duty Components Meet Military-Grade Needs
The F01T-N's 420 stainless steel head has a 2.75-inch edge and is coated in a scratch-resistant, black oxide coating for reduced reflectivity. The head is mounted to a polymer handle with heavy duty bolts. The handle has as a steel ferrule to prevent splitting, and side hammer checkering ensures precise placement when pounding.
Ergonomic, Lightweight Design Ensures Comfortable Use
Even if your blade is sharp, it's hard to make precise cuts if your axe doesn't fit comfortably in your hand. That's why this axe features a unique, ergonomic handle. Crafted from tough, ballistic polymer, the textured handle is slip-free, durable, and well-balanced. Also, at just 24 ounces, the F01T-N is lightweight and easy to carry, and it comes with a nylon sheath for added safety.
This axe is backed by a one-year warranty that protects against defects in manufacturing and materials.
About SOG: Strong, Innovative Specialty Tools
SOG originally stood for Studies and Observation Group, an elite joint services military group designed to handle covert operations during the Vietnam War. SOG Specialty Knives & Tools was founded in the spirit of this elite group and became the first knife manufacturer to offer an expanded line that included fixed blades, folding knives, and multipurpose tools.
Each SOG product is created by company Founder and Chief Engineer, Spencer Frazer. Known for their uncompromising style and performance, these knives and tools showcase innovation, dependability, and a unique, futuristic style that has garnered awards and recognition worldwide. SOG products have also won favor among law enforcement, military, and industrial customers that rely on their tools to perform flawlessly in the toughest, most adverse conditions.
What's in the Box
F01T-N Tactical axe and nylon sheath.

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Winchester 22-09429 Large Multi-Tool with Bits Review

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(More customer reviews)For what I paid it's not a bad tool.The strap tore off the sheath the first day I wore it.One of the inserts in the handle fell out shortly thereafter.The pliers seem good and strong and the rest of the tools are serviceable but not up to par with the more expensive muilti-tools.

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ATTRIBUTESSpecial Features:Large Multi-Tool With Tool Kit Nylon Sheath

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Neiko Super-Bright 9 LED Heavy-Duty Compact Aluminum Flashlight - Gunmetal Silver Color Review

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(More customer reviews)(Edit, addendum 10/13/07)

Now after several months of extended use, it's time to add to the review in light of experience. There is a downside and that is in the (electrical) contact on the back of the LED PCB (printed circuit board). The solder paths create a single lead/tin "button" in the center of the PCB. The positive terminal of the battery holder contacts this "button." This solder "button" tends to oxidize as time goes on, and that makes the passage of current from the battery holder either absent or intermittant. In most cases, whacking the flashlight against the palm of your hand lengthwise will bounce the battery housing enough to break the oxidation layer and everything goes back to normal function.

On the (now many) lights we've purchased and distributed, I took the time to removed the LED pcb and solder multple strands of copper acrosse the end of the button, or, simply solder a small copper circle to the button. In EVERY case, the problem vanished and hasn't returned.

While this is a minor problem, the pricing is such that it can pretty much be ignored. If one is so inclined, the time and effort necessary to effect a permanent repair is minimal and well worth the small effort involved.
geoff

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Through an Amazon special, I grabbed two of these along with two of the same company's 21 LED lights (also three AAA's). As another reviewer mentioned, these are "field" units and are susceptible to getting lost or damaged. Fundamentally, that requires that they be of a "disposable" prices.

After receiving the initial order, I ordered another 6, one for each car, one for each child, one for the wife's purse and a couple of spares for me, etc, etc.

Good quality, good light, good design for the prices. VERY good.

The future will tell if the longevity matches the other qualities.
geoff beneze

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*9 super-bright LEDs in a heavy-duty, compact flashlight*LEDs last 100,000 hours, emit pure white light--not heat--for 20+ hour battery life*Perfect for glove-box, tool-box, purse or desk drawer. Uses 3-AAA batteries (INCLUDED). 3-year warr*Unique positive-action weather-proof switch prevents accidental battery drain*Anodized aluminum barrel, water-resistant and shock-proof. Also in Cool Blue and Jet Black.This amazing compact flashlight is like a spotlight you can carry in your pocket or purse! NINE light-emitting-diode (LED) bulbs produce a flood of pure, white brilliance but because LED bulbs produce very little heat, three inexpensive AAA batteries will last for over 20 hours continuous. Positive-action switch (click on/click off) won't go on accidently in car, toolbox or pocket. Heavy-weight anodized aluminum barrel is corrosion- and water-resistant, textured for sure grip even when wet. 3-year warranty.

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Leatherman 78105003 Juic+B15976e XE6 Pocket Multitool Review

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(More customer reviews)The Leatherman Juice XE6 is at best a compromise, at worst a bit of disappointment. I have used mine for about 6 months now and most of the time it serves me very well but there are some elements of the design that make me search for different tool to do a job I ought to be able to do with the XE6. I'll list the things that annoy me, anything I don't mention you can assume lives up to the claims in the promotional literature.
First off, the pliers: The jaw design is functional and the jaws seem pretty tough but you'll not get to push them to their limit since the axle they are mounted on doesn't seem up to the job. When you squeeze hard on the handles they flex slightly where they join the jaws. This means when you squeeze the pliers on something thin the handles touch together in the middle (specifically the top of the file and the top of the saw make contact). Often when gripping small things I want to squeeze the handles harder to get a better grip, but it doesn't achieve much because I am already making the handles touch in the middle and also I'm scared of damaging the mounting of the jaws.
Second the scissors: They are sharp but some element in the design means they don't cut very well towards the tip of the blade, even when cutting easy things like thin paper. I think the blades simply meet at an angle too close to parallel, in essence they have tried to incorporate too much blade into the short length and not made the handle long enough. The scissors on standard Victorinox Swiss Army Knives are better.
Third the corkscrew: This is a bit of a joke really, the levering `assist' mechanism puts pressure on the top of a wine bottle using a single edge of metal about a millimeter thick. I used this for a while but after it cracked lumps of glass off the top of a couple of bottles I gave up and resorted to brute force and pulling the corks out using the screw alone. Being used to removing corks in this manner using a Swiss army knife I don't find the level of force needed much of a problem, but there are further faults with the Leatherman's corkscrew; the screw itself is quite short and narrow, it works fine on artificial corks but it often tears traditional corks in half leaving the other end still in the neck of the bottle.
Lastly a minor point on ergonomics: The screwdriver blades are made to be levered out with your thumbnail. The length of the screwdriver blades means that if you lever one out quickly with your thumb the end of the driver is likely to make quite hard contact with the flesh of your thumb just below the nail. The screw driver blades are sharp enough to cut you quite easily. I have got used to opening the screw drivers without cutting myself but believe me, if you use one you will likely suffer the same minor injuries at some point during use.
This may read like a rather scathing review but bare in mind I have only mentioned the things that disappointed me. Just about everything else is great. The blades are great the file and saw are great. The screw drivers are very high quality. Everything is bundled together into a very compact package and very attractively finished. When closed all the lines and edges are smooth making the tool suitable for carrying in a pocket or bag. There are some very nice touches to the design like a series of small ridges near the base on the back of the serrated blade so you can identify which blade is which without opening them.
Overall I am still pleased with the tool, but I was disappointed by the week feeling pliers and the scissors that are frankly just badly designed.

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With a slightly thicker chassis than the Cs4 and Kf4, and protected by purple anodized aluminum handles, the Xe6 has it all. Along with pliers, wire cutters and four screwdrivers, the Xe6 contains a saw, awl and diamond-coated file. It provides a choice of straight or serrated knife blades. The Xe6 also houses easily accessible serrated scissors, plus a corkscrew, can and bottle opener, as well as a lanyard attachment. Powerful but still compact, the Xe6 will conquer most any task in a flash. The Xe6 is covered by Leatherman's 25-year warranty.Length: 3.2 in. / 8.25 cm closed; Weight: 6.8 ounces / 190 grams; Materials: Stainless steel with anodized aluminum scales

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Maglite Mini Maglite/Pocket Knife Leather Holster Review

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(More customer reviews)I have a Leatherman Surge, and a 2xAA MagLite in this case. It is a SUPER well made case. The Leatherman fits in perfectly, it does take a few days to stretch the leather a bit to get it in and out well - but that's what ya want. The MagLite fits perfectly, and there is a hole at the bottom of the flashlight part, so I assume a three cell MagLite would fit as well. (I think they had those at one time right?)

The flashlight side probably won't hold anything but a MagLite. I tried a few other lights just out of curiosity, but, no dice.

The only reason I didn't give this a five star rating... The snaps on the belt loop. They are very well made, and they do snap well. However, this thing would un-snap every time I sat down. I got pissed at it after 3 days and broke out the gorilla glue. I simply glued the two snaps, and ran a bead of glue between them for a little extra staying power. I put some weights on it, and let it dry for 24 hours. Now I just put the assembly on as I put my belt on, and it is fantastic. I suppose they put snaps on, thinking you may take it on and off a lot. I don't, I use my Leatherman as much as a pen some days.

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The Maglite Leather Holster features compartments for a Maglite AA-Cell Mini Maglite and a folding pocket knife. Its constructed of heavy duty black leather and features a snap button to keep your items in place.

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Gerber 22-41022 Obsidian Serrated Edge Knife With Screwdriver and Bottle Opener Review

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(More customer reviews)After some shopping around for a pocket knife with the "essential" tools, I decided to go for the Gerber Obsidian.The full-blown multi-tools have more than I really need; a knife with both Philips and flat screwdrivers covers 90% of my on-the-go tool needs.I think a tool that's a knife first also results in better overall ergonomics.

Pros:
1. Sturdy, well made.Everything from the knife to the screwdrivers to the pocket clip is beefy and solid.I don't expect it to break.If it does, it's covered by Gerber's lifetime warranty.

2. Ambidextrous, mostly.I'm left-handed and have no trouble with quick one-handed opening and closing of the blade with either hand using the thumb stud.I said "mostly" because the pocket clip, plunger, and safety slide are really positioned for the right-handed person.If you want to operate the blade quickly out of your left pocket, it's not going to work because the pocket clip won't orient it properly on your left side.It's perfectly oriented for that kind of access from the right pocket.

3. I like the plunger lock better than the liner lock on the comparable Leatherman models.With a liner lock, you have to put your thumb in the path of the closing blade which would seem to make one-handed closing tenuous at best.With the plunger lock, I can safely close the blade with one hand, left or right.

4. Speaking of the comparable Leatherman models, the Obsidian feels rather thin in comparison.I don't have the thickness of the Leatherman, but having handled one in a store it just felt too thick.The Obsidian is about 5/8" at the thickest part, not including the pocket clip.

5. It feels pretty light in my pocket.

6. The safety slide is a pretty good idea.It just prevents depressing the plunger and accidentally releasing the blade onto your hand.That can happen with a normal grip.I already had one occasion where I inadvertently pressed the plunger.Nothing bad happened, but I think I'll use the safety.Maybe. :)

7. Obviously, I like the mix of tools.There's also a file on the side of the Philips screwdriver and a bottle opener on the flat screwdriver.

Cons:
1. The nylon part of the handle is too smooth.Fortunately the ergonomics of the handle shape provide a good grip, but a deeper waffle pattern would be an improvement.

2. Careful, the screwdrivers don't lock.It'd probably add weight to add that, and then I'd probably say it's too heavy. :)

3. The knife isn't as sharp as I expected.I have a Gerber Ultralight LST, and it's awesome sharp.I'm sure the Obsidian will sharpen to that level, but I really think it should have come that way.To be fair, the serrated edge is really sharp.I can't comment on how well it will hold its edge.(See the update below.)

I'm happy with my choice of a knife over a multi-tool, and with the Obsidian.I have no problem recommending it.

Update:I've had this knife for a few weeks now and want to note that I haven't been able to sharpen the blade to anywhere near as sharp as my little Gerber Ultralight (which I've never even needed to sharpen).And after I sharpen it (with a diamond sharpener block), the edge seems to dull quickly.Now I'm not a sharpening expert, so maybe I'm doing a poor job at it, but it should have come from the factory a lot sharper than it did.So I'll just keep trying to sharpen this one until the steel is gone.Maybe by then there will be an alternative besides the comparable Leatherman knives (with the scary liner lock and the uncomfortably oversized width) that do not interest me at all.

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It's a knife first, with multi-functional implements second. The Obsidian clip knife features a high-grade blade with dual thumb studs for one-handed opening and a safety-style lock that ensures the blade stays open or closed when you need it to. Additional implements include philips and flathead screw drivers, and a bottle opener.

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Columbia River Knife and Tool 9070 Guppie Black and Grey Multitool Review

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(More customer reviews)The Guppie is an almost useful tool, but falls short.The crescent wrench portion does not open very far (1/2") and so is useful for smaller nuts only.It also has a lot of play in it so that it wobbles and has to be held in tension re adjusted constantly to use.The screwdriver portion is OK but can't get into tight spaces as the bits are quite short.The knife appears to be acceptable but I have not used it much to see how long it will hold an edge.The little built in LED flashlight could be useful, I don't know how long it will run on the small battery, but for emergency repair it puts out a reasonable amount of light and is magnetic, so it could be stuck to something metal while you tighten a loose bolt.
In summary, it is cute, but could be better made, especially the wrench.

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The Columbia River Knife™ Guppie™ knife and multi-tool packs an adjustable wrench, a knife, screwdrivers, a bit driver and an LED light. The high-carbon, stainless-steel blade has a razor-sharp edge, and the adjustable wrench jaws open to 1/2-in so you can use it for all kinds of light repair.

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