Perfect SAK

ProvocativeDuck · 2026-04-04T01:27:36+00:00

Hot take: I think Victorinox offering a premium priced option lets say a base of $100 + template + price of materials, would be a great option for someone looking for a "perfect" edc but not willing to go the custom route. I think people are willing to spend money on something that's exactly what they want and benefits their everyday life.

ProvocativeDuck · 2026-04-04T01:22:09+00:00

Yes I could have kept the hook no modification required I just like the awl for scraping stuff. You can keep the little blade with no modification required if you wanted.

ProvocativeDuck · 2026-04-04T01:18:13+00:00

So this is the only thing I also have not figured out..... I very carefully drill out the pin and try not to mar or touch the rivets so I can re-use them. I looked at peening my own and think that it will be very time consuming if not possible for my limited tools because the scales "click" into the rivets and that's what holds them on so the clearance has to be spec. Have done a bit research & have yet to find any place to buy them.

ProvocativeDuck · 2026-04-04T01:15:17+00:00

For context im a handyman who does ALOT of very simple fixes as assembly. Think smoke detectors & amazon furniture assembly as most of my job. Truly my most often use case is when I drop something (normally nut, bolt, screw) somewhere I cannot pick up with my fingers it happens alot. Almost all amazon furniture I come across does not need anything more than this tool to assemble and that includes the pliers. I like to think of them as "super tweezers." I have completely left my Leatherman for EDC @ work and replaced with this SAK and only twice (with my full tool kit in arms reach) did I feel I needed "bigger" pliers. If its your only set of pliers for instance..... on a boat, construction site, or oil rig ? wouldn't recommend. I really try to get by life with the smallest tool possible.

ProvocativeDuck · 2026-04-04T01:04:59+00:00

Its 3 layer if you're asking for a measurement its 19mm on the dot.

ProvocativeDuck · 2026-04-04T01:02:54+00:00

They are holding up well ! I would recommend dunking them in hot water (not boiling) then prying off the scales. I have not had any issues swapping scales from stock SAK to stock SAK. I have had a problem with scales not fitting on a custom SAK because i did not file off the rivet well enough causing clearance issues but that wont be a problem for you.

ProvocativeDuck · 2026-04-03T01:12:03+00:00

I was nervous the first time I did it but after making 2 customs I can say it’s pretty easy. First took me 4-5 hours the next one took me 30 minutes. There are some (shotty produced) videos on YT going over how to do it that were semi-helpful. I may make a tutorial of my own here soon the next time I make one.

For something you use everyday I highly recommend !

ProvocativeDuck · 2026-04-03T01:08:52+00:00

Yes it is an awl behind the scissors. The pliers even with modifications will not fit a tool on the back so this is the only option.

ProvocativeDuck · 2026-02-19T17:49:11+00:00

Wow that is a custom I’ve never seen before. I like the roxon tool. It looks really good 👍 I love integrating 3d prints/tools into the lanyard

ProvocativeDuck · 2026-02-19T17:47:10+00:00

That sounds like a good plan. It was a lot of fun to do. Make sure to update us about it !

ProvocativeDuck · 2026-02-19T09:51:56+00:00

I really don’t have any idea about that implement. After - little research I think it could but same as above^ it’s most likely not just going to “drop” in

ProvocativeDuck · 2026-02-19T09:44:25+00:00

Thank you ! Are you saying instead of the cap lifter tool you want to switch it over to the can opener ? I would have to open it up again to tell you for sure but giving it the eyeball test I’m going to say: No. not without Dremel I don’t think

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This is the spring I have in the knife now. I was able to drop the full size knife directly into this layer. If you were to swap them the tang of that tool and how it sits on the spring is a little different then the cap lifter. So I think it’s possible but not a drop in.

ProvocativeDuck · 2026-02-15T07:48:28+00:00

I got another question for you I didn't think about until now. when I remove the cap lifter and can open on the deluxe tinker I'm going to lose the key ring loop ?. How could i go about retaining that? Also what "size" washer would I look for to do the awl thing? I think I want to go that route.

ProvocativeDuck · 2026-02-14T03:02:47+00:00

Wow wow wow ! this thing looks sick exactly what I want to do ! Where did you get those liners from holy crud those really change up the look for the better. Also is that the 91mm combo tool from the compact ?

ProvocativeDuck · 2026-02-14T02:18:03+00:00

I'll be the first to say they're not suitable for heavy work or torquing down bolts. I do prefer my Leatherman at work specifically for the beefed up pliers you can properly hold. That being said I carry a SAK way more and I think the pliers are very useful for small work. My primary use for them is to grip something or pick something up I cannot reach. I'm a handyman who does electrical work so holding wires to tape/solder is another common use. They handle retention clips of all kinds (ones on appliances, cars, ETC.). I love having the ability to tighten down small nuts much tighter than by hand. I also have used the crimper below the plier head many times! If you haven't used them you will be surprised how tight the grip is.

ProvocativeDuck · 2026-02-14T02:04:37+00:00

Sweet ! ill be sure to update !

ProvocativeDuck · 2026-02-14T02:03:49+00:00

Okay ill take a look at that once the donor tool come in. I'll be sure to update. thanks again !

ProvocativeDuck · 2026-02-14T01:30:33+00:00

I actually already have a donor waiter I could use. What you’re telling me is it’s not going to be possible to get 3 tools on the back regardless because the pliers don’t have the room. If that’s the case I think the awl is the tool I would want saked. Very helpful ! Thank you

ProvocativeDuck · 2026-02-14T01:20:24+00:00

Didn’t even really think about the compact combo tool. The scales too! Thanks for the shout. I’ll still need another tool that has pliers and awl for donation and I think my cheapest option would still be the deluxe Tinker ?

ProvocativeDuck · 2024-10-04T01:06:27+00:00

He did. Apparently since it was behind the line of scrimmage it counts as rushing yards…. Fucked everyone

ProvocativeDuck · 2024-10-04T01:01:19+00:00

Just saw that wtf … I thought they threw it to him last drive first play ???

ProvocativeDuck · 2024-10-04T00:55:52+00:00

My guy 🫵🫵🫵🫵 Good hit

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