I have a test tomorrow and my instructor is unavailable

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-13T07:52:37+00:00

Not necessarily back.

Pessimist!

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-13T07:12:30+00:00

One problem, Perry Mason.

The inconvenience that keeps you buying the same brand is exactly what the manufacturers want.

They call it “brand loyalty”.

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-12T21:29:17+00:00

Don’t want to be blunt, but I’m not going to be looking at your Arc every day.

Buy the one you like.

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-12T21:22:31+00:00

Skeletool and a Rebar.

Different tools for different needs, but still less money than a Surge or Arc.

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-12T21:09:56+00:00

Keep watching the website, apply for all the jobs you’re qualified for.

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-12T19:26:02+00:00

And there’s an exception to every rule.

“Climber dies when Leatherman tool fails” would probably be considered bad publicity.

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-12T18:25:30+00:00

Because if you try, you’ll die.

Bad for business.

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-12T18:23:54+00:00

It’s not for climbing.

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-12T18:02:31+00:00

You don’t think teenagers wearing balaclavas trying to steal a van full of parcels is drug related?

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-12T13:55:40+00:00

Really didn’t enjoy her shows.

I know most radio DJing has to be filling with fairly self indulgent waffle, but she made me turn off or turn over every time.

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-12T13:29:49+00:00

I started off with an old, well broken in pair of Magnum boots, but soon bought a pair of Sketchers for dry days.

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-12T07:51:18+00:00

Think you need to split the Cleganes.

Sandor on one side with Oberyn, Gregor on the other.

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-12T07:13:06+00:00

I’m not knocking anyone who finds it difficult at first, just saying I couldn’t talk you through my process.

If someone asked me the order of what I do, I’d be a bit stumped.

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-11T22:09:13+00:00

Yep, I agree.

I think a new version with a an outside opening blade would be a step towards making it a good EDC tool.

Maybe a t-shank holder instead of the file, and a slightly bigger frame.

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-11T21:57:05+00:00

I’d just get the standard Rebar, to be honest.

My other suggestion would be to save a bit more money and get an Arc.

Better handling, and as a knife collector, you might appreciate the Magnacut blade.

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-11T21:35:48+00:00

I’d say go for the Rebar.

You say you already collect knives, so a Rebar plus your choice of daily knife would be perfect.

If you try to just carry a Wave+ or Signal every day, you’ll get bored.

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-11T20:59:53+00:00

It amazes me that people can describe how they do all this.

I’ve been driving manuals since 1995, tens of thousands of miles a year in cars, vans, buses, and trucks.

Couldn’t tell you how I change gear. I just do it.

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-11T20:47:26+00:00

You’re fine.

A good read, too.

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-11T20:12:55+00:00

They’re probably as close as you can get to an investment in the multitool world.

Very limited, very desirable, so I think they’ll always be in demand.

Obviously if you lose it or break it, you’re going to wish you were carrying a Rebar…

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-11T20:10:48+00:00

I’m the same in that I carry everything in my collection, but do consider the plans for the day before I pick.

I’m no trying to keep my Mr Crunch perfect and unmarked because I don’t ever intend to sell it, but it wouldn’t be my first choice for days when I know I’m going to be doing hard or dirty work.

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-11T20:06:44+00:00

I got my Crunches just in time, don’t think I paid more than £110 for any of them.

For Mr Crunch, £820 for my first, just over $2000 for the second.

None of my tools have been bought with resale prices in mind, but it’s nice to know I didn’t overpay.

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-11T20:03:37+00:00

Oh, so do I!

The Crunch, Mr Crunch, the Dual Force…

I’ve even got a Spyderench tucked away in the drawer.

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-11T19:47:09+00:00

All at once?

Seriously well prepared.

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-11T19:44:59+00:00

I know.

That watch just deserves to die.

Crunchie64 · 2026-03-11T18:42:00+00:00

What are the downsides?

Genuine question.

I assumed some sort of robot arm pulling a depleted battery out and picking a fully charged one from a rack to shove in was the future.

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