I don’t want to stereotype an entire gender, but I feel like it’s safe to say that when given a choice of colors for gadgets and tools, a typical male will almost always choose black. If you’re one of those typical males and are looking for a new multi-tool, look no further than the Victorinox SwissTool BS.

The SwissTool BS is made of blackened oxide steel that not only gives it a cool stealthy ninja vibe, but the finish also protects the steel against corrosion.

The 5-inch long Victorinox SwissTool BS multi-tool has 29 functions that include blades, saws, files, screwdrivers, pliers, a chisel and more.

For more info visit Victorinox where you can buy this tool for $200. If you feel like that is too spendy, you can buy a similar version of this multi-tool in plain steel on Amazon for about half the price.

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Victorinox SwissTool BS comes in every guy’s favorite color originally appeared on on May 24, 2017 at 11:34 am.

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Here’s a cool and relatively inexpensive EDC accessory for those of you that already carry a BIC lighter. The LighterBro is a slide on sleeve for standard sized “BIC” lighters that adds multi-tool functionality. LighterBro has four tools that include a pair of spring-loaded scissors, a razor sharp knife blade, micro screwdriver/poker, and a bottle cap lifter.

The sheath is constructed of stainless steel and is available in several colors and styles.

LighterBro is priced from $9.73 to $19.49 depending on the style/color. Visit the LighterBro Amazon page for more info.

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LighterBro turns a BIC lighter into a multi-tool originally appeared on on May 23, 2017 at 11:49 am.

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The word “multi-tool” has become a household term since Leatherman marketed the original PST, Pocket Survival Tool, in 1983. I bought my first one in 1984 to replace a backpack full of tools that were required to bring to all of my engineering labs, making for a very heavy backpack. Since then, multi-tools have become ubiquitous, available virtually everywhere from big-box stores to the smallest gas station. 

The basic premise of the multi-tool has remained largely unchanged, compromising of a plier’s head and multiple implements that could be folded into parallel handles…. until now.

SOG Knives has now introduced a major innovation in multi-tools with their Baton Series. Currently, most multi-tools house the pliers in handle recesses, but not The Baton. This tool places the “parked” implements into a linear package, shaped like a bulky pen that pulls towards each end and folds, deploying the pliers (or scissors). This design should appeal to many who want the convenience, utility, and security of carrying of a multi-tool without the bulk. Clearly, an elegant solution when less tactical attire dictates.

SOG has been a major player in the multi-tool market since 1986. I’ve had the pleasure of owning and extensively using several of their tools over the past few decades and I look forward to getting my hands on a SOG Baton Q4 which will retail for $120. Anticipated release is June 2017.

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SOG introduces a pen-shaped multi-tool with pliers originally appeared on on April 27, 2017 at 6:39 am.

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