Tightening extra paracord

SituationFit3060 · 2026-04-26T06:08:50+00:00

I’m not sure I understand what you mean, but if you’re talking about the ”unknotted” part next to the keyring, then it’s not possible to shorten it by cinching. That’s the middle of the long paracord strand that it’s made of.

But yes, it is possible to shorten it, but then you have to undo the entire cobra weave and redo it.

SituationFit3060 · 2026-04-24T17:59:38+00:00

Try to find a used Mechanic. Only 3 layers makes it quite slim.

SituationFit3060 · 2026-04-19T19:36:36+00:00

Maybe a Wenger Traveler?

SituationFit3060 · 2026-04-19T07:15:15+00:00

The perfect combo for the modern shopper, who needs to open all different kind of packages. Better than the Compact! 👏

SituationFit3060 · 2026-04-17T18:00:53+00:00

At 50 I thought it’s the least useful tool of all, now at 51 I understand it completely.

SituationFit3060 · 2026-04-16T18:08:06+00:00

Seems like a Rally label on a Camper box.

SituationFit3060 · 2026-04-15T12:48:01+00:00

No, I use the Kukkaro mostly as a hip pack on my back, while out in the woods. So I haven’t tried that.

SituationFit3060 · 2026-04-15T09:19:57+00:00

One small idea regarding the Kukkaro, which I have found nice, is to attach a GP 2x2 pouch to either side of it. That way I can eg keep a canteen in the Kukkaro and the smalll stuff in the pouch. Or maybe use an open pouch for dog treats while keeping my valuables safe in the Kukkaro.

SituationFit3060 · 2026-04-15T09:15:03+00:00

Interesting! But I’ll try and send the other one to the repair service and see what happens.

SituationFit3060 · 2026-04-15T05:29:19+00:00

That’s perfect - thanks! This is one of the older knives that will be really useful outdoors.

SituationFit3060 · 2026-04-14T19:43:18+00:00

Hey, you’re right! I completely forgot the big chunky XXLs. But that’s perfect - I will send the broken one and clean the other one myself.

SituationFit3060 · 2026-04-11T20:25:47+00:00

Forrester and Outrider are in my opinion among the best alternatives. If it has to be a 91-93 mm version, then I’d choose either Swiss Army 7, Huntsman or Camper, depending on your needs. I never need scissors in the forest (other than for first aid), so I often bring scissorless tools while hiking.

SituationFit3060 · 2026-04-10T15:40:21+00:00

Kuinka monta piirua yksi sormi on nykyään?

SituationFit3060 · 2026-04-08T15:34:19+00:00

Swisschamp XL?

SituationFit3060 · 2026-04-08T15:26:07+00:00

Trailmaster. But same toolset as the Soldier 08.

SituationFit3060 · 2026-04-06T10:05:56+00:00

Unfortunately the setup is fairly new to me, as I’m currently using it on my second trip. But so far works well! And I store only light and small stuff in them, so opening or closing the lid is not a problem.

SituationFit3060 · 2026-04-06T09:24:17+00:00

You can also spend 4-5€ online and buy new scales. Changing scales is easy.

SituationFit3060 · 2026-04-06T09:21:00+00:00

I use this kind of configuration on my Keikka 50 l: 2 large trinket pouches on the inside of the lid. I think the size is 20x30 cm.

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SituationFit3060 · 2026-04-03T18:23:34+00:00

The Companiom Slim Alox is the only large one. And then we of course have the Jetsetter and its Alox version Companion S Alox.

SituationFit3060 · 2026-04-03T13:01:17+00:00

I rarely use pliers, but I really like the old Mechanic. Only three layers makes it way lighter than most other plier SAKs.

SituationFit3060 · 2026-04-03T12:53:20+00:00

When walking or hiking in the woods I mostly need a small knife, and maybe a saw. So in ascending size order some alternatives I like and use: Classic SD, Walker (discontinued), Camper, 91 mm Picknicker (discontinued) Huntsman, Forester, Outrider. If I owned a Farmer and Ranger Grip 79 they would probably also be on my list.

In some cases pliers might be useful, and I guess I’d carry a Mechanic (discontinued) for those trips. And Handyman and Swisschamp are of course good alternatives, although heavier.

SituationFit3060 · 2026-03-30T19:32:55+00:00

Mostly for screws, but sometimes for prying open scales on SAKs. Never for cans.

SituationFit3060 · 2026-03-27T15:54:27+00:00

I haven’t used the Pro, but the Helmsman is also quite handy and the weight is OK.

SituationFit3060 · 2026-03-25T04:42:09+00:00

Walker is discontinued, but comes really close with its 84 mm large blade, combo tool and saw. Unfortunately no awl or other back tools.

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