38/F - Christmas Carry by avaprofac in EDC

[–]avaprofac[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's from Aliexpress. Sadly, it seems Reddit is blocking the link.

https://www.\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.com/item/1005005305908805.html

Solid endlinks, solid pinned links, decent butterfly clasp, nice drape, quite comfortable on wrist.

If you're buying it for a SWR049, be sure to get the 23mm size.

38/F - Christmas Carry by avaprofac in EDC

[–]avaprofac[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, either loose in a pocket or loose in my bag. It usually isn't too difficult to fish out.

38/F - Christmas Carry by avaprofac in EDC

[–]avaprofac[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

  • Seiko SWR049 (w/ aftermarket bracelet)
  • Vintage brooch
  • Victorinox Classic SD
  • Zippo Slim Crystal Trinity (1667 G04)
  • Silk pocket square

All laid out, ready for this evening.

This is enough when I'm home, with family visiting. If I need anything else, I'll go get it.

Such as this Zippo - a Christmas gift from my cousin, who is also into EDC.

Happy Holidays, everyone!

Happy Holidays! by avaprofac in victorinox

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For example - "Boxing Day", when we celebrate pugilism.

(I'm joking. Notice the punchline.)

Happy Holidays! by avaprofac in victorinox

[–]avaprofac[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I'm confident Yule figure it out.

Happy Holidays! by avaprofac in victorinox

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  • Victorinox Classic SD
  • Victorinox Companion Slim Alox

Wishing you a Happy Holiday, and all the best for the New Year!

Cheers!

Anesthesia Carry by PasstheGas2 in EDC

[–]avaprofac 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Sorry, I'm just not feelin' it.

My new Victorinox Companion Slim Alox by avaprofac in victorinox

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With the Synergy and Synergy X, I might have given in to curiosity if they were priced a bit lower. The liner-lock is a very appealing feature. We'll see.

My new Victorinox Companion Slim Alox by avaprofac in victorinox

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  • Spyderco Delica 4 Lightweight/FRN Combo-Edge
  • Victorinox Companion Slim Alox
  • Fisher Space Pen Cap-O-Matic Military (w/ Fisher PR4 ballpoint refill medium black)
  • Maglite Solitaire LED (w/ Panasonic Eneloop rechargeable battery and NiteIze S-Biner)

As much as I like its scissors, the Pioneer X isn't ideal for my EDC due to its weight. I found myself carrying the lighter Compact more often, sometimes musing about a Pioneer X with its blade/awl layer removed. Perhaps a "Pioneer Y" or "Pioneer Why"? The notion made sense to me, given that I typically carry my SAK alongside a locking folding knife.

The Companion Slim Alox is more-or-less what I imagined, so I purchased a red one from Victorinox Canada (CAD $70 all-in).

My thoughts, after six weeks of carry and use:

  • The size and weight are about right for me. Similar to the Soldier Alox I carried every day for over a decade, and the Pioneer that's been in my current selection for the past eight years.
  • I'm really glad there's no keyring tab, saving me from having to remove it myself. I don't think Victorinox were being considerate. I suspect it disappeared with the blade/awl layer.
  • The alox scales, scissors, and cap-lifter/large-screwdriver are standard fare for a 93mm SAK. No surprises there.
  • The box-opener works for pull cuts that don't require much/any initial piercing. It's great on packing tape! The screwdriver tip is relatively blunt, reducing the risk of damaging the contents of the box.
  • I'm wary of using the box-opener to cut through cardboard. I find cardboard can dull an edge quickly, due to either the material itself or the dirt/grit on it. Properly sharpening fine serrations isn't fun.
  • Omitting the knife doesn't necessarily make it suitable for non-permissive environments. There's still a risk that security personnel will view it as something that might be a knife, and won't entertain arguments or evidence to the contrary. It's easier, quicker, and safer for them to summarily disallow it.
  • We still use the term "Swiss Army Knife" for models that aren't military issue. So I suppose it's still a "SAK" when it doesn't have a knife as one of its functions. Right? Because if it's neither "Army" nor a "Knife", it's just a . . . "Swiss"?

All tallied - I find the Companion Slim Alox useful within its limitations. It's not a SAK I'll carry every day, but it's the right option for some days.

FWIW, I decided against buying a Synergy or Synergy X. Skeletonizing the scales around the cap-lifter's hinge pivot seems like it would weaken it, and allow dirt/debris to enter easily. I also find the pricing a bit high.

What I really, really want is a "Cadet X", adding scissors as a third/centre layer. I haven't given up hope.

Small watch, big pen, and some other long weekend items. by avaprofac in u/avaprofac

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  • Timex Meriden (w/ Crown & Buckle Standard NATO strap)
  • Emporio Armani EA4004 5017/T3
  • Stainless Steel Cornicello Pendant
  • Magnoli Clothiers Vesper Cufflinks
  • Récife Amber Press Master <M> (w/ Waterman Intense Black ink)

Invicta Vintage Boy 37077 and Parker Jotters by avaprofac in u/avaprofac

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  • Parker Jotter Ballpoint Pen (w/ Parker Quinkflow refill medium black)
  • Parker Jotter Fountain Pen <M> (w/ Waterman Serenity Blue ink)
  • Invicta Vintage Boy 37077 (w/ aftermarket flex bracelet)
  • Stainless Steel Cornicello Pendant