I have the Leatherman Micra. I have learnt that 90% of my EDC cutting tasks is best served done by scissors than a blade. Additionally, when folded up, there are no sharp edges to catch on fabric. A very underrated multitool.
I mean don’t get me wrong, I’m sure the leather man is higher quality, and has tools that’d be cool when you need them. But I think overall the splice is better, if you’re goi g to go with just one. But if you’re carrying another thing that takes care of the other tools then yeah the micra
Originally the executive “orange peeler” was designed for pipe cleaning. The back side of executive peeler is razor sharp and works great for opening boxes
I’m a long haul truck driver with a Skeletool CX that’s been on my belt loop every single day for 13 years. It’s beat to hell but still going strong. 48 states, over a million miles, thousands of miles of backpacking, and countless household chores. I no longer carry a pocket knife because of this tool.
I use a sog powepint in my sling bag.. And use Victorinox 0.6463.94 Nail Clip 580 Camo 66mm on my keys... I also have the leatherman ratcheting Drive kit thing for the sog... Kinda coves everything I need... But other than that I have a nitecore Tiki flashlight and a lighter bro mini for my fire needs lol... And I alway have my QSP canary neck knife or my vosteed raccoon folder (both in 14C28N... My favorite😋)...... O and I use a nite-ize G-Series clip
I've been carrying the Micra for about 10 years now I buy a new one every 2 years just because the spring of the scissors wears out. I carry it exclusively as an EDC grooming kit, the scissors make excellent finger nail clippers and the built in tweezers are very useful. I pair the Micra with the Leatherman Wingman so pliers are covered. It's a combination that has been working for me for years, so I probably won't be switching anytime soon.
I usually run a full size multitool, Gerber MP600 in a Clip&carry kydex sheath. I keep my Gerber Dime in a small pouch with a Gerber Shard & a Coldsteel Recon 1, that set up for real light minimalist carry. I keep a Leatherman Micra with Grimworkshop micro tools attached to the key ring with a Nitize S beaner. The SAK Bantam is a really good very light carry. It just depends on what environment I'm going to & what I expect to encounter when I get there. Enjoyed this video.
I owned the Wave (stolen) when it came out; purchased a Charge TTI eleven years ago (en route to Leatherman to get repaired); just purchased a Molle Black customized Surge and Free P4. I love the Surge but I like the versatility of the P4. I like my Leathermans for their differences!
The Victorinox Midnite Manager is, in my opinion, the absolute best small/tiny EDC option. I have a Mini Champ too, but it doesn't really add any useful capabilities to warrant the added bulk (i.e. the tiny second blade, tiny ruler, orange peeler, and cuticle pusher don't really add much value in my book and make it heavier on my keys). I also really like the SOG PowerLitre, which is very similar to the PowerPint, but with a corkscrew and assist rather than the second blade and file. My biggest gripe about this line, and I believe a major omission on SOG's part, is the lack of a decent sized flathead screwdriver. I've seen some people modify theirs to add one, but we shouldn't have to do that. Although out of production now, the Leatherman Juice CS4 was also excellent, but I admit a bit heavy and lacking in locking tools.
Late reply, but exactly my thoughts on the midnight manager vs the minichamp. I ground off the key ring and it lives in my coin pocket. Very useful. Thinking about modding the pen scale to house the tweezer and/or toothpick.
I got the Wave+, and as i can carry it on my belt, i dont really mind that it is a bit large. But as i dont need it very often, i dont carry it very often. For EDC, i have a keychain with: * Mecarmy "X1S" (tiny rechargeable 10180 battery keychain flashlight in titanium, which has very nice output and runtimes for EDC stuff) * pipe tool (for tobacco pipes) * keychain pipe stand (in the form of a leather "loop") * ExoTac NanoSpark (my favorite firestarter, with compartment for tinder inside) * emergency whistle (for SHTF situations when im hiking) * tiny Gerber folding knife/package opener Most people will think this is WAY too much for a keychain, but i actually really like this size, as: 1 - it doesnt bother me at all 2 - it makes it a lot easier to find my keys when im in a hurry 3 - it gives me a custom selection of the things i may need when im out and about. I think im gonna see if i can expand it with a compass and a flat head screwdriver (for adjusting the flame on my Zippo butane insert).
To close a tool on SOG Powerpint you can just partially open any other tool; it will disengage the lock and allow to close both tools easier than open pliers every time.
The best mini SAK is the midnite manager. No doubt about it. It’s much smaller than the mini Swiss champ but doesn’t have the pointless tools like the cuticle thing. You also get a pen and a flashlight. It rocks! i actually use mine all the time, Ito stays on my keys always. Knife law in the UK is really strict but i can ave that on my all the time without worrying about causing offence
My favorite compact edc is the victorinox manager. I carry it mainly so I can see the look on people's faces when they ask for a pen and I hand them a tiny pocket knife with a retractable pen.
an interesting function I have found for the bottle opener is for blind keepers. I sometimes have to take a blinds down to get to a window for work multiple times a week. the edge keeper that is a metal box style can be a pain to unclasp. the bottle opener is the best thing ive found that doesnt bend or mar it.
I've carried the SOG Power Pint for about 2 years now and it's a great tool. However, mine had a tendency to open up in my pocket exposing me to the sharp points of the tools. I had to remove all the screws and apply Loc-tite before reinstalling them and tightening them properly. Since doing this it has been a great tool I use almost daily in my profession. I agree wishing SOG would produce a Power Pint with a more premium build feel.
Sold my leatherman wave to upgrade to a P2. Once I made the bit driver mod like in your P2 mod video I have never looked back and fell in love with it even more. It’s in my edc rotation every other day depending on the day’s tasks. The P2 is the winner for me!
I use an armbar slim.. screw driver and knife combo!! I use it everyday at work. The no locking screw driver hasn't been an issue because you can turn it 90 degrees and get extra torque.
That’d be perfect for travel! That’d probably work well for me since I like carrying dedicated pocket knives for knife tasks. I guess you could get a multitool and remove the blade
I personally carry a Skeletool and a Squirt PS4. The squirt is a non-negotiable everyday essential; the skeletool is a "most days but I'll skip it when I want to avoid carrying too much" tool for me and I'll carry a Victorinox Tinker in its place (smaller, lighter, still has a good toolset). But damn, I've had days where I very much regret leaving the skeletool at home. The screwdriver selection plus the size of the pliers seem to be exactly enough to get me out of just about any unexpected situation I encounter in my daily life. Initially I was bummed about the combo edge but I've come to enjoy having the serrations when I need them. On the other hand, some of the tools on the squirt have uses that are almost set in stone. Sometimes a tool helps me improvise a solution for something unexpected, but much of the tools' usage is for recurring tasks. Both are excellent multitools. I could probably carry just one of them (either one) and be fine. But I like both and want to carry both.
I'd go just a bit smaller for a keyring knife, and use the Victorinox Rambler. Has most of the useful functions of the Minichamp, and also the correct orientation for the scissors and main blade opposite the ring, but is a lot more compact.
I have a Victorinox Ranger, it has "CAMPING" written on it with a little wigwam, I've had it about 7 years and couldn't live without it, the only thing it doesn't have is pliers, I've used the needle for a number of things, it's good for helping get splinters out.
I always wished they would do a pS4 with a scissor spring that doesn't snap and metal scales like the micra. So many complaints of that hardened spring bar snapping when not in use.
The executive is my favorite SAK, and was used on my favorite MacGyver episode. Unfortunately the 74mm has been discontinued which is why it is so expensive now.
Hi, my edc is the Victorinox Manager. I can do all things like the mini champ, so the Manager is my champ. In the other pocket I carry a LM Ps4, a great tool, but I only use the Victorinox. Regards from Germany
Apparently this is an unpopular opinion but I would love a Skelatool with scissors instead of pliers. Was given a Style cs years ago and love having the scissors for so many things.
That Compact has “Plus” scales, with the extra slot for the pen. Also the bottle opener is also a flat head screwdriver and a can opener, with the wire-stripper notch. Also, it’s an 84 mm model, the Pioneer is 93, and the standard plastic scaled slip-joint models like the Spartan, Huntsman, Champ and Tinker are 91 mm.
As far as the power pints closing, if you just slightly open another tool it will disengage the lock so you can put away whatever tool you were using. Then you have no need to open pliers tool to close the tool. Just a little jack I’ve found
enjoyed your comparison. Ive found that in EDC theology, as in life, there are two kinds of people: Those that get the mini champ and those that do not. I have heard people wax on about the tools being strange yada yada... But a little creativity goes a long way, that cuticle cutter can be used as a bigger flathead, a prying bar, etc. To me the Mini is the best multi considering ratio of tools to have and size. It is my favorite Swiss Army Knife.
I have the sog powerlitre and I found out that there is an easier way to unlock the tools. If you open up another tool on the same side it will disengage the lock.
Super roundup of the smaller multi tool options 👍 I have the charge TTI and yes it's just a little bit too heavy for the pocket. I also have the Powerpint which is indeed very handy. My only gripe is that the Phillips tool is too small and there is no option to clip on or store a separate 1/4" bit. I work as a mechanical technician in dusty conditions wearing a leisure /track suit bottoms inside a TyVec disposable overalls so a belt carry is a non runner . I actually find the much maligned Gerber Lockdown Drive my preferred option but it just depends on your unique circumstances.
I own a SOG powerpint and I love it. Its very useful, though Im not too sure about using it for heavier duty stuff. Too bad the squirt is discontinued, imo this would be perfect for me, but impossible to get my hands on.
Regarding the lock on the powerpint, given its a single lock for all the tools, you could just half open one of the other tools then close them both. Still not super convenient, but simpler than opening the whole thing up.
I wish there was a victorinox compact in black that was widely available. For some reason now there seems to only be red versions and in the past there was a black version.
The Victorinox Deluxe Tinker is really underrated. I use those small pliers every single day. They’re insanely useful. I think it has all the perfect tools for a multi tool
Great video, I take this opportunity to congratulate you for the channel, I learned a lot of EDC thanks to it. Due to my work in an urban and formal environment, it only allows me to carry an EDC on my keychain. I carry a flashlight fenix, a prybar kershaw and a leatherman micra. In my pocket, I also carry a Victorinox minichamp and a lighter. As you can see I have two of the items you showed. On some occasions I carry two victorinox (minichamp and tinker small) plus the fenix flashlight. Greetings from Tucuman - Argentina.
I have the sog powerlitre similar to powerpint if you open another tool it will allow you to close the tool your using without having to open and unlock from the locklever
Love the power pint! I’ve had it in my pocket ever since I first saw your first video of it. I recently lost mine about a week ago while unloading a lawn mower off my trailer and had to instantly buy another one! What jeans are your go to? Just curious because different pants have different size 5th pockets. Great video man!
Cool vid. The SOG powerpint was off my radar. It looks like a perfect size for the capabilities of the tool. I had been carrying a Leatherman Sidekick for the longest time and the sad day finally came where I lost it. I was going to replace it but came to the realization that the price spiked on this model and that I wanted something smaller and cheap for work days as oppose to days off where I did outdoor and work on projects that I would need a more durable and useful tool the likes of the sidekick and beyond. That being said, on work days I could go with something small and cheap that is made for light duty about the size of a Keychain tool, yet I would just shove deep in my pocket to supplement my main EDC blade in my other pocket. I wanted something with pliers that I understood the size would be use as glorified tweezers given the compact size trade off. I know I'm going to catch hell for this because what I settled on is about the same build quality as the Gerber Dime and it's made in China, but I really like my Nextool Mini Flagship. Out of all the tools I used the scissors and the very light duty pliers the most. If I lose the thing it can be replaced for under 30 bucks. As for my favorite other multi tooled EDC models I love my Victrinox Explorer and Feildmaster. Love how the Explorer has the flathead and Philips coming out on the ends and not the sides. The magnifying glass comes in handy and the knife is not bulky giving me all I need, minus the pliers wich is why I no longer carry it as much. It is my favorite Swiss army knife. 👍
I've carried a Leatherman Wingman in my my backpack for the last 8 years or so but I barely take it out since I started carrying the Style CS in my pocket every day. I also have the Style PS for traveling (no blade, small scissors + terribly flimsy pliers).
If the Gerber Armbar had a saw vs the knife it would be amazing! I feel like most people have a detected pocket knife so on multi-tools they become useless.
January 2023 here and the two MTs that are ALWAYS on me are the Leatherman PS4 which has it's own tiny Leatherman snap-closed sheath on my belt, and the Leatherman Juice S2, also in a nylon snap-closed sheath on my belt. At 4oz the Juice S2 is billed as "everything you need and nothing you don't". Smallest mt with good sized pliers + hard wire cutter, a perfect clip point blade, and a phillips head that you can fit with a bit driver. Plus, HUGE scissors! I use the squirt PS4 as a personal grooming device. Tiny scissors are perfect for nose hairs & beard pubes, and the pliers are bigger than tweezers but often function just as well as tweezers. Plus, nice and fidgety. The Juice S2 (the ORIGINAL version w/ the clip point blade) is very hard to find now. I'm not sure why but I think it's because it's the perfect MT. The only fault I can find in it is no clip and it is closed architecture. Keep on keeping on. See you in the world.🙂🤙
IMO for grooming the Victorinox Nail Clip 580 is pure gold. Super compact but you get scissors, nail clippers, tweezers, tooth pick, nail file, and small blade. I don't carry it for the blade but when in need to trim up nails or facial hair it is super handy dandy.
I've never seen anything come close to size in a mini pocket tool than the Basset trim, has 4 tools, knife nail file with cuticle cleaner, bottle opener and flat head screw driver. I'd feel awkward carrying any of these other tools as they're so damn bulky in comparison.
I think that the original Leatherman PST is one of the best multi tools if you want a large selection of tools in a relatively small package. It’s not “compact” but considering the tool count it’s pretty impressive for its size.
If you want a small Victorinox with no blade the Jetsetter is what you're looking for. It has just scissors and a combo tool (screwdriver, wire bender, bottle opener). There's also the Manager which is basically the same tool but with a retractable pressurised pen, a knife, and a file in addition to all the other stuff. I'm forever annoyed they don't make the Jetsetter either with the scales that contain the pen or in Alox to make it that much smaller.
I like several of these, never got along with the skeletool myself though cause I know I’d break it. I’m too tough on my tools, lol. Currently edc a Surge, just throw it on my belt. It’s a tank, really. But I’m 6’4 and built like a school bus so it’s not a bother to me at all
Nice selection, missing one need common amongst those that travel, a TSA approved multi-tool. The Leatherman micra would be great if it didn’t have a knife. Would trade the knife in for toothpick and be a great TSA compliant multi-tool. For now the Leatherman Style PS5 fills the duty for travel purposes but a better solution is needed. Love the channel, keep up the excellent vids
Sadly, I lost a Skeletool too. Loved that thing . .perfect .I went three years before I would by another because they cost so damn much. Lost the second one too. I won't buy any more.
I still think in my honest opinion, the best EDC from my experience is the SOG SYNC, it's a belt buckle that stores a multitool, it's cool cause it doesn't take up space in your pocket and you don't really feel it's weight cause it's evenly distributed around your waist
My Leatherman MUT EOD has been serving me well for a few years now. It's not really EDC friendly, though it does come with a pouch than can be worn on a belt. It has the best knife I have ever seen on a multitool.
Carried the sog power pint for about 2 months while serving. I didn't notice the locking mechanism broke on the knife side and it cut the hell out of my hand while in the field. Thats clearly bad to go, so I won't buy another sog multi-tool again.
So I've had my Gerber dime for over 2 years now. As I'm watching this video I immediately put it on pause, put my cigar down, and run to my Gerber dime and sure as hell there's a set of tweezers in the handle. I never knew lol
For the Mini-Champ. Mine is 30+ years old and I need a new set of scales and a new ink pen. Due to every day wearing in my pocket, the metal logo has fallen out and gotten lost. Victorinox will not sell me a set of scales, they want me to send them the knife for a new set to be put on. Do you sell those scales to replace the red plastic ones? Do you sell the ink pens for the Mini-Champ?
The Gerber Armbar Drive screwdriver doesn't lock, and it honestly is a bit of an issue. I believe this is not mentioned in the video, Other than that, it's a great tool. It was my first edc purchase and has been in my pocket for a year now. Looking to upgrade to something else but still can't figure out what :)
On the SOG power pint, you don't have to fold out the tool to push the lock tab to close te opened tool. You can unlock the tool by opening (halfway) another tool, and you can close the tool. I love the size of the screwdriver! You can reach deep nested screws (e.g. battery cover screws in toys). It is pretty handy!
pair the powerpint with the 711L EDC ratchet (purchased from Amazon with the bits) and its good enough for most light weight tasks. The 711L ratchet is compatible with standard 1/4" bits and even leatherman flat bits and extender.
I know I'm replying to an older thread, but I wanted to add on to this for anyone watching this video in the future. I've got medium sized hands, and it is very easy for me to open the PowerPint just enough to get my thumb in behind one of the sides to press down on the lock mechanism which allows me to set the tool back into the frame no problem. It is still very much a one-handed tool in that regard because I'm only popping it open maybe an inch to get my thumb in for the press. The PowerPint is my go to EDC multitool.
The awl is a great tool to use with your screwdriver to pre-drill a small hole to center and start your wood screws. Only needs to be deep enough to start the threads
SOG powerpint is my favorite tool of all time, used to carry the skeletool CX for a year, but was to big for me, then i rocked the gerber dime for about 8-9 months but allways wished it was just a tiny bit bigger, but then found the powerpint and its been in my pocket ever since, a good 5-6 month now. Ive done some mods to it like glued a magnet from a dead laptop to keep it closed so it desent open in my pocket, and ive filled down the bottleopenr to get a flathead driver.
I have to agree with you there. I myself have a Rambler which I EDC on a Lanyard around my neck each day, barely notice its there and use it fairly frequently. Personally I find the Minichamp bulked up by what I would consider useless tools on an EDC multitool. ( same for most Swiss army knifes tbh). really wish they did custom orders, so much potential for the perfect EDC multitool imo.
For me the Victorinox Explorer is my EDC urban carry, and if I'm going out of the city I'm taking the Victorinox Farmer X due to having a saw. Never felt like I needed one handed opening though.
The minichamp is great, but I prefer the rambler. Don’t really miss the extra tools and it’s thinner and less expensive! Great video, definitely need to give more of these a try.
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I have the Leatherman Micra. I have learnt that 90% of my EDC cutting tasks is best served done by scissors than a blade. Additionally, when folded up, there are no sharp edges to catch on fabric. A very underrated multitool.
I have a feeling the gerber splice is better
I mean don’t get me wrong, I’m sure the leather man is higher quality, and has tools that’d be cool when you need them. But I think overall the splice is better, if you’re goi g to go with just one. But if you’re carrying another thing that takes care of the other tools then yeah the micra
But also the splice is half the price
As a Machinist the tweezers on the macra are invaluable, all the metal slivers.
Squirt S4 is one step up from Micra. Better built.
Originally the executive “orange peeler” was designed for pipe cleaning. The back side of executive peeler is razor sharp and works great for opening boxes
The orange peeler/pipe cleaner appears in a close-up in the title sequence for the original _MacGuyver._ Mac is using it to lift a cap off something.
I’m a long haul truck driver with a Skeletool CX that’s been on my belt loop every single day for 13 years. It’s beat to hell but still going strong. 48 states, over a million miles, thousands of miles of backpacking, and countless household chores. I no longer carry a pocket knife because of this tool.
🤙 radical
13 Years! That's gotta be a record!
Truckers rock
I’m going on 5 years, good to know lol
I believe it bro, I carried the same black kershaw leek for probably 5 years, don't carry it much now but it's my first tried and true edc knife
I use a sog powepint in my sling bag.. And use Victorinox 0.6463.94 Nail Clip 580 Camo 66mm on my keys... I also have the leatherman ratcheting Drive kit thing for the sog... Kinda coves everything I need... But other than that I have a nitecore Tiki flashlight and a lighter bro mini for my fire needs lol... And I alway have my QSP canary neck knife or my vosteed raccoon folder (both in 14C28N... My favorite😋)...... O and I use a nite-ize G-Series clip
I've been carrying the Micra for about 10 years now I buy a new one every 2 years just because the spring of the scissors wears out. I carry it exclusively as an EDC grooming kit, the scissors make excellent finger nail clippers and the built in tweezers are very useful. I pair the Micra with the Leatherman Wingman so pliers are covered. It's a combination that has been working for me for years, so I probably won't be switching anytime soon.
I usually run a full size multitool, Gerber MP600 in a Clip&carry kydex sheath. I keep my Gerber Dime in a small pouch with a Gerber Shard & a Coldsteel Recon 1, that set up for real light minimalist carry. I keep a Leatherman Micra with Grimworkshop micro tools attached to the key ring with a Nitize S beaner. The SAK Bantam is a really good very light carry. It just depends on what environment I'm going to & what I expect to encounter when I get there. Enjoyed this video.
I owned the Wave (stolen) when it came out; purchased a Charge TTI eleven years ago (en route to Leatherman to get repaired); just purchased a Molle Black customized Surge and Free P4. I love the Surge but I like the versatility of the P4. I like my Leathermans for their differences!
I have three mini champs and I love every one! I've gone to carrying more pocket size tools than belt design because they're just as handy.
The Victorinox Midnite Manager is, in my opinion, the absolute best small/tiny EDC option. I have a Mini Champ too, but it doesn't really add any useful capabilities to warrant the added bulk (i.e. the tiny second blade, tiny ruler, orange peeler, and cuticle pusher don't really add much value in my book and make it heavier on my keys).
I also really like the SOG PowerLitre, which is very similar to the PowerPint, but with a corkscrew and assist rather than the second blade and file. My biggest gripe about this line, and I believe a major omission on SOG's part, is the lack of a decent sized flathead screwdriver. I've seen some people modify theirs to add one, but we shouldn't have to do that.
Although out of production now, the Leatherman Juice CS4 was also excellent, but I admit a bit heavy and lacking in locking tools.
Late reply, but exactly my thoughts on the midnight manager vs the minichamp.
I ground off the key ring and it lives in my coin pocket.
Very useful. Thinking about modding the pen scale to house the tweezer and/or toothpick.
I got the Wave+, and as i can carry it on my belt, i dont really mind that it is a bit large. But as i dont need it very often, i dont carry it very often. For EDC, i have a keychain with:
* Mecarmy "X1S" (tiny rechargeable 10180 battery keychain flashlight in titanium, which has very nice output and runtimes for EDC stuff)
* pipe tool (for tobacco pipes)
* keychain pipe stand (in the form of a leather "loop")
* ExoTac NanoSpark (my favorite firestarter, with compartment for tinder inside)
* emergency whistle (for SHTF situations when im hiking)
* tiny Gerber folding knife/package opener
Most people will think this is WAY too much for a keychain, but i actually really like this size, as:
1 - it doesnt bother me at all
2 - it makes it a lot easier to find my keys when im in a hurry
3 - it gives me a custom selection of the things i may need when im out and about.
I think im gonna see if i can expand it with a compass and a flat head screwdriver (for adjusting the flame on my Zippo butane insert).
To close a tool on SOG Powerpint you can just partially open any other tool; it will disengage the lock and allow to close both tools easier than open pliers every time.
The best mini SAK is the midnite manager. No doubt about it. It’s much smaller than the mini Swiss champ but doesn’t have the pointless tools like the cuticle thing. You also get a pen and a flashlight. It rocks! i actually use mine all the time, Ito stays on my keys always. Knife law in the UK is really strict but i can ave that on my all the time without worrying about causing offence
My favorite compact edc is the victorinox manager. I carry it mainly so I can see the look on people's faces when they ask for a pen and I hand them a tiny pocket knife with a retractable pen.
an interesting function I have found for the bottle opener is for blind keepers. I sometimes have to take a blinds down to get to a window for work multiple times a week. the edge keeper that is a metal box style can be a pain to unclasp. the bottle opener is the best thing ive found that doesnt bend or mar it.
I've carried the SOG Power Pint for about 2 years now and it's a great tool. However, mine had a tendency to open up in my pocket exposing me to the sharp points of the tools. I had to remove all the screws and apply Loc-tite before reinstalling them and tightening them properly. Since doing this it has been a great tool I use almost daily in my profession. I agree wishing SOG would produce a Power Pint with a more premium build feel.
Use magnet
Sold my leatherman wave to upgrade to a P2. Once I made the bit driver mod like in your P2 mod video I have never looked back and fell in love with it even more. It’s in my edc rotation every other day depending on the day’s tasks. The P2 is the winner for me!
Gerber Dime. I find myself using the exterior bottle opener often and it’s nice having the others for emergencies.
I use an armbar slim.. screw driver and knife combo!! I use it everyday at work. The no locking screw driver hasn't been an issue because you can turn it 90 degrees and get extra torque.
I use the power pint, you don't have to open it to close the tools just pull another tool next to it about a quarter of the way then food it in.
I would love to have a “bladeless” skeletool with large scissors!
That’d be perfect for travel! That’d probably work well for me since I like carrying dedicated pocket knives for knife tasks. I guess you could get a multitool and remove the blade
That would be great
I personally carry a Skeletool and a Squirt PS4. The squirt is a non-negotiable everyday essential; the skeletool is a "most days but I'll skip it when I want to avoid carrying too much" tool for me and I'll carry a Victorinox Tinker in its place (smaller, lighter, still has a good toolset).
But damn, I've had days where I very much regret leaving the skeletool at home. The screwdriver selection plus the size of the pliers seem to be exactly enough to get me out of just about any unexpected situation I encounter in my daily life. Initially I was bummed about the combo edge but I've come to enjoy having the serrations when I need them.
On the other hand, some of the tools on the squirt have uses that are almost set in stone. Sometimes a tool helps me improvise a solution for something unexpected, but much of the tools' usage is for recurring tasks.
Both are excellent multitools. I could probably carry just one of them (either one) and be fine. But I like both and want to carry both.
I'd go just a bit smaller for a keyring knife, and use the Victorinox Rambler. Has most of the useful functions of the Minichamp, and also the correct orientation for the scissors and main blade opposite the ring, but is a lot more compact.
I have a Victorinox Ranger, it has "CAMPING" written on it with a little wigwam, I've had it about 7 years and couldn't live without it, the only thing it doesn't have is pliers, I've used the needle for a number of things, it's good for helping get splinters out.
I always wished they would do a pS4 with a scissor spring that doesn't snap and metal scales like the micra. So many complaints of that hardened spring bar snapping when not in use.
I carry a leatherman bond with pocket clip everyday. I have beat it up working on a farm for the last year. It has held up great.
my pockets are empty and it's the best feeling
Amen!!!
The executive is my favorite SAK, and was used on my favorite MacGyver episode. Unfortunately the 74mm has been discontinued which is why it is so expensive now.
Hi, my edc is the Victorinox Manager. I can do all things like the mini champ, so the Manager is my champ. In the other pocket I carry a LM Ps4, a great tool, but I only use the Victorinox.
Regards from Germany
Apparently this is an unpopular opinion but I would love a Skelatool with scissors instead of pliers. Was given a Style cs years ago and love having the scissors for so many things.
I agree. Would be awesome.
Spring loaded pliers is a must!
That Compact has “Plus” scales, with the extra slot for the pen. Also the bottle opener is also a flat head screwdriver and a can opener, with the wire-stripper notch. Also, it’s an 84 mm model, the Pioneer is 93, and the standard plastic scaled slip-joint models like the Spartan, Huntsman, Champ and Tinker are 91 mm.
For me it's important for the pliers and screwdrivers to not be on the same "body" so I like to carry a Knipex Cobra with a SAK Tinker or Supertinker
As far as the power pints closing, if you just slightly open another tool it will disengage the lock so you can put away whatever tool you were using. Then you have no need to open pliers tool to close the tool. Just a little jack I’ve found
enjoyed your comparison. Ive found that in EDC theology, as in life, there are two kinds of people: Those that get the mini champ and those that do not. I have heard people wax on about the tools being strange yada yada... But a little creativity goes a long way, that cuticle cutter can be used as a bigger flathead, a prying bar, etc. To me the Mini is the best multi considering ratio of tools to have and size. It is my favorite Swiss Army Knife.
14:45 - Nice to have a needle if you've got a splinter that's really stuck in there.
alox minichamp is my fav, most used. I have most in this vid. My next purchases will be a darkside and a cybertool lite
I have the sog powerlitre and I found out that there is an easier way to unlock the tools. If you open up another tool on the same side it will disengage the lock.
Super roundup of the smaller multi tool options 👍 I have the charge TTI and yes it's just a little bit too heavy for the pocket. I also have the Powerpint which is indeed very handy. My only gripe is that the Phillips tool is too small and there is no option to clip on or store a separate 1/4" bit. I work as a mechanical technician in dusty conditions wearing a leisure /track suit bottoms inside a TyVec disposable overalls so a belt carry is a non runner . I actually find the much maligned Gerber Lockdown Drive my preferred option but it just depends on your unique circumstances.
Yep, The Classic SD Alox hangs on my keychain ready for action... That and a Rovybon Aurora A1 are always my very basics
I own a SOG powerpint and I love it. Its very useful, though Im not too sure about using it for heavier duty stuff. Too bad the squirt is discontinued, imo this would be perfect for me, but impossible to get my hands on.
You should put a lanyard on the Armbar drive. There is a rectangle hole in the spring for the bottle opener that works great with paracord.
I'd love to see a slimmer/lighter/less tool version (blade, flat-head, phillips, pliers) Free P2
Victorinox Manager / Midnight Manager will probably fit the EDC needs for most people. Includes a pen and one has a built in light
Great, GREAT video. I only carry leathermans but I don't carry the P2. Too gimmicky. The sidekick is a way cheaper option.
Armbars drivers good for office type stuff but that about it not when u have to apply much pressure
Great video. Maybe you would do a TSA approved EDC with TSA compliant multitools? Leatherman Style PS, Gerber MP600 bladeless, etc.
Regarding the lock on the powerpint, given its a single lock for all the tools, you could just half open one of the other tools then close them both. Still not super convenient, but simpler than opening the whole thing up.
I wish there was a victorinox compact in black that was widely available. For some reason now there seems to only be red versions and in the past there was a black version.
The Victorinox Deluxe Tinker is really underrated. I use those small pliers every single day. They’re insanely useful. I think it has all the perfect tools for a multi tool
Great video, I take this opportunity to congratulate you for the channel, I learned a lot of EDC thanks to it.
Due to my work in an urban and formal environment, it only allows me to carry an EDC on my keychain. I carry a flashlight
fenix, a prybar kershaw and a leatherman micra. In my pocket, I also carry a Victorinox minichamp and a lighter. As you can see I have two of the items you showed. On some occasions I carry two victorinox (minichamp and tinker small) plus the fenix flashlight. Greetings from Tucuman - Argentina.
I have the sog powerlitre similar to powerpint if you open another tool it will allow you to close the tool your using without having to open and unlock from the locklever
Love the power pint! I’ve had it in my pocket ever since I first saw your first video of it. I recently lost mine about a week ago while unloading a lawn mower off my trailer and had to instantly buy another one! What jeans are your go to? Just curious because different pants have different size 5th pockets. Great video man!
Gerber dime is half the price of Squirt, the build quality is half as good as well.
Cool vid. The SOG powerpint was off my radar. It looks like a perfect size for the capabilities of the tool. I had been carrying a Leatherman Sidekick for the longest time and the sad day finally came where I lost it. I was going to replace it but came to the realization that the price spiked on this model and that I wanted something smaller and cheap for work days as oppose to days off where I did outdoor and work on projects that I would need a more durable and useful tool the likes of the sidekick and beyond. That being said, on work days I could go with something small and cheap that is made for light duty about the size of a Keychain tool, yet I would just shove deep in my pocket to supplement my main EDC blade in my other pocket. I wanted something with pliers that I understood the size would be use as glorified tweezers given the compact size trade off. I know I'm going to catch hell for this because what I settled on is about the same build quality as the Gerber Dime and it's made in China, but I really like my Nextool Mini Flagship. Out of all the tools I used the scissors and the very light duty pliers the most. If I lose the thing it can be replaced for under 30 bucks.
As for my favorite other multi tooled EDC models I love my Victrinox Explorer and Feildmaster. Love how the Explorer has the flathead and Philips coming out on the ends and not the sides. The magnifying glass comes in handy and the knife is not bulky giving me all I need, minus the pliers wich is why I no longer carry it as much. It is my favorite Swiss army knife. 👍
I've carried a Leatherman Wingman in my my backpack for the last 8 years or so but I barely take it out since I started carrying the Style CS in my pocket every day. I also have the Style PS for traveling (no blade, small scissors + terribly flimsy pliers).
If the Gerber Armbar had a saw vs the knife it would be amazing! I feel like most people have a detected pocket knife so on multi-tools they become useless.
Price was high on the Executive because Victorinox recently discontinued them.
January 2023 here and the two MTs that are ALWAYS on me are the Leatherman PS4 which has it's own tiny Leatherman snap-closed sheath on my belt, and the Leatherman Juice S2, also in a nylon snap-closed sheath on my belt.
At 4oz the Juice S2 is billed as "everything you need and nothing you don't".
Smallest mt with good sized pliers + hard wire cutter, a perfect clip point blade, and a phillips head that you can fit with a bit driver. Plus, HUGE scissors!
I use the squirt PS4 as a personal grooming device. Tiny scissors are perfect for nose hairs & beard pubes, and the pliers are bigger than tweezers but often function just as well as tweezers. Plus, nice and fidgety.
The Juice S2 (the ORIGINAL version w/ the clip point blade) is very hard to find now. I'm not sure why but I think it's because it's the perfect MT.
The only fault I can find in it is no clip and it is closed architecture.
Keep on keeping on. See you in the world.🙂🤙
Maybe I’m weird but my house multi tool is the generic Dewalt one. Really useful for
House carry. I actually use it more than my Wave.
The Hammer/Jammer attachment is a great mod for the Skeletool.
IMO for grooming the Victorinox Nail Clip 580 is pure gold. Super compact but you get scissors, nail clippers, tweezers, tooth pick, nail file, and small blade. I don't carry it for the blade but when in need to trim up nails or facial hair it is super handy dandy.
I have one I always keep around but I find it’s too bulky for the pocket.
@@BestDamnEDC yeah I can definitely see that, I keep it in my fifth pocket.
Nextool Mini Flagship Pro: Scissors AND Pliers
I found a leather man squirt s4 a few years ago and this little thing is awesome! If I ever lost it I would go buy another right away 😁
@@simonh6371 yeah I try to be mindful of where I hook it onto for that reason
I've never seen anything come close to size in a mini pocket tool than the Basset trim, has 4 tools, knife nail file with cuticle cleaner, bottle opener and flat head screw driver. I'd feel awkward carrying any of these other tools as they're so damn bulky in comparison.
I think that the original Leatherman PST is one of the best multi tools if you want a large selection of tools in a relatively small package. It’s not “compact” but considering the tool count it’s pretty impressive for its size.
The pst/pst II is still my favourite edc. I do have a curl, bond and a wave to. But the PST is really pocket friendly.
I've had a PST on my belt for the last 2 years, and it gets all my jobs done. It's slim and handy, without being overly tactical.
If you want a small Victorinox with no blade the Jetsetter is what you're looking for. It has just scissors and a combo tool (screwdriver, wire bender, bottle opener). There's also the Manager which is basically the same tool but with a retractable pressurised pen, a knife, and a file in addition to all the other stuff. I'm forever annoyed they don't make the Jetsetter either with the scales that contain the pen or in Alox to make it that much smaller.
Rockin the leather man bolster from Costco
I EDC my Wave + in a leather holster on my belt.
I like several of these, never got along with the skeletool myself though cause I know I’d break it. I’m too tough on my tools, lol. Currently edc a Surge, just throw it on my belt. It’s a tank, really. But I’m 6’4 and built like a school bus so it’s not a bother to me at all
Great choices!
I love my Gerber MP600 it does the job for me.
Quote of the year: "I'm just kinda rough around the edges, i peel oranges with my hand" 🍊
Nice selection, missing one need common amongst those that travel, a TSA approved multi-tool. The Leatherman micra would be great if it didn’t have a knife. Would trade the knife in for toothpick and be a great TSA compliant multi-tool. For now the Leatherman Style PS5 fills the duty for travel purposes but a better solution is needed. Love the channel, keep up the excellent vids
Sadly, I lost a Skeletool too. Loved that thing . .perfect .I went three years before I would by another because they cost so damn much.
Lost the second one too. I won't buy any more.
I still think in my honest opinion, the best EDC from my experience is the SOG SYNC, it's a belt buckle that stores a multitool, it's cool cause it doesn't take up space in your pocket and you don't really feel it's weight cause it's evenly distributed around your waist
On the leatherman skeletool CX, you said you wanted to swap out the pocket clip for what brand??
Great vid. Simplifies everything.
My Leatherman MUT EOD has been serving me well for a few years now. It's not really EDC friendly, though it does come with a pouch than can be worn on a belt. It has the best knife I have ever seen on a multitool.
Gerber Dime is good for fishing.
Don't sleep on the bottle opener lol
Probably the best bottle opener I have ever used on a multi-tool.
That’s what my Dime usually gets used for
Orange peelers are great at opening taped packages
Carried the sog power pint for about 2 months while serving. I didn't notice the locking mechanism broke on the knife side and it cut the hell out of my hand while in the field. Thats clearly bad to go, so I won't buy another sog multi-tool again.
The compact is a 91 mm, thr most common SAK size. Cadet is 84.Amazon? The executive is 74 mm and no longer available new, howd you find it on amazon?
I think the bit holder is also a whistle!! 🤔
So I've had my Gerber dime for over 2 years now. As I'm watching this video I immediately put it on pause, put my cigar down, and run to my Gerber dime and sure as hell there's a set of tweezers in the handle. I never knew lol
Classic alox is my goto keyring knife every time....
Charge TTi, Amen Bro!
Trans Europe Express 😊
good video Bro.
I luv Swiss Army Style knives & multi tools 😊
For the Mini-Champ. Mine is 30+ years old and I need a new set of scales and a new ink pen. Due to every day wearing in my pocket, the metal logo has fallen out and gotten lost. Victorinox will not sell me a set of scales, they want me to send them the knife for a new set to be put on. Do you sell those scales to replace the red plastic ones? Do you sell the ink pens for the Mini-Champ?
So I know the style cs is discontinued, but is the squirt also? That'd be a travesty.
its a shame that the squirt is being discontinued
The Gerber Armbar Drive screwdriver doesn't lock, and it honestly is a bit of an issue. I believe this is not mentioned in the video, Other than that, it's a great tool. It was my first edc purchase and has been in my pocket for a year now. Looking to upgrade to something else but still can't figure out what :)
My favorite multitool that I carry every day is my SuperTool 300 🙂
Too bad Leatherman decided to discontinue Squirt...
On the SOG power pint, you don't have to fold out the tool to push the lock tab to close te opened tool. You can unlock the tool by opening (halfway) another tool, and you can close the tool. I love the size of the screwdriver! You can reach deep nested screws (e.g. battery cover screws in toys). It is pretty handy!
I was going to comment the same thing! Good looking out.
pair the powerpint with the 711L EDC ratchet (purchased from Amazon with the bits) and its good enough for most light weight tasks. The 711L ratchet is compatible with standard 1/4" bits and even leatherman flat bits and extender.
This is an incredible tip! Thank you sooo much!
I know I'm replying to an older thread, but I wanted to add on to this for anyone watching this video in the future. I've got medium sized hands, and it is very easy for me to open the PowerPint just enough to get my thumb in behind one of the sides to press down on the lock mechanism which allows me to set the tool back into the frame no problem. It is still very much a one-handed tool in that regard because I'm only popping it open maybe an inch to get my thumb in for the press. The PowerPint is my go to EDC multitool.
Dude says he Carrie’s it everyday but didn’t know that and none of his stuff looks used lol
The awl is a great tool to use with your screwdriver to pre-drill a small hole to center and start your wood screws. Only needs to be deep enough to start the threads
SOG powerpint is my favorite tool of all time, used to carry the skeletool CX for a year, but was to big for me, then i rocked the gerber dime for about 8-9 months but allways wished it was just a tiny bit bigger, but then found the powerpint and its been in my pocket ever since, a good 5-6 month now. Ive done some mods to it like glued a magnet from a dead laptop to keep it closed so it desent open in my pocket, and ive filled down the bottleopenr to get a flathead driver.
Victorinox Manager/Rambler is godly. It's got the most used tools from the mini-champ in a bit smaller package for half the price.
Love my Minichamp but i'll have to give it a look
Totally agree. Minichamp - useless/redundant tools = Rambler/Manager
I have to agree with you there. I myself have a Rambler which I EDC on a Lanyard around my neck each day, barely notice its there and use it fairly frequently. Personally I find the Minichamp bulked up by what I would consider useless tools on an EDC multitool. ( same for most Swiss army knifes tbh). really wish they did custom orders, so much potential for the perfect EDC multitool imo.
Agree. Rambler is the less -fluff version of the mini-champ.
Agreed. I've had the same rambler on my keychain with a small s clip for about 20 years. Love the phillips, bottle opener tool.
For me the Victorinox Explorer is my EDC urban carry, and if I'm going out of the city I'm taking the Victorinox Farmer X due to having a saw. Never felt like I needed one handed opening though.
A saw for the city?
@@waltswild out OF the city, not out TO the city🙂
@@pkennethv this makes total sense LOL thanks!
2nd the explorer. It is awesome!
The minichamp is great, but I prefer the rambler. Don’t really miss the extra tools and it’s thinner and less expensive! Great video, definitely need to give more of these a try.
What about the Leatherman free P4? One of my most carried and favorite multi tools
I must say I prefer the Super Tinker to the Compact... the screwdrivers do it for me and it's less expensive. Still a great buy.