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[@mcrb1776]

You need to wait for a few years, to see if it offers the same stainless performance of a SAK. When I see my rusted up Skeletool, that has a better steel, and my spotless older SAK, I know were I am leaning to.

[@misx80]

SAKs have a major advantage: if you are in an environment where knives are not welcome people still don"t care if you pull out a mid-size of these 😉

[@edwardfletcher7790]

I agree, BUT, you can simply unscrew the blade in this to travel or placate nervous work colleagues....

[@Scuba11Steve]

This is why I am switching over to carrying my leatherman over a spiderco para 3. One looks like a scary knife, the other is a folding set of pliers (never mind that it actually has multiple knives with comparable length blades).

[@kylethedalek]

You are sowing the seeds to a nanny state by conditioning yourself and others by doing this nonsense. A knife is a knife. People are supposedly told not to judge by looks? The majority of people aren’t going to misuse them.

[@BC08]

@@edwardfletcher7790 I don’t care about accommodating 🐈s

[@edwardfletcher7790]

@@BC08 Ohhh yeah, you da' man 💪😁

[@mrhalfstep]

I've been carrying SAKs for 50+ years. I used a Swiss Champ for over 40 years as an Industrial Maintenance man in a huge factory and it saved me literally hundreds of long trips back to my tool box for the "perfect tool" for the job at hand. I have to say that your evaluation of this knife is pretty spot on and it's a great value for the price. Since I'm now retired and use the SAK more for bushcrafting (as a hobby), I would add just a few things to what you said about this multitool. I think that the awl should be narrower. All of the SAK designs would be superior, in my view, and even the ones that have no hole in them can have one easily added to them with a Dremel burr, making them good for stitching, whereas grinding down this awl seems problematic. I think the bit driver could have had a magnet added to its design and it would be better for holding even simple bits. I do think that it's commendable that this knife can hold double ended bits. That is a very welcome feature. The final, and only real shortcoming, to me, would be the absence of a wood saw. It is a tool that just can't be bettered in bushcrafting. I bought one of these on the strength of your review. I will probably attempt to narrow the awl. I plan to drill a small hole in the side of the bit holder and epoxying a small rare earth magnet into it to hold cheap bits that don't have the ball catch built into them. I'm also working out a way, in my head, to use a saber mount jigsaw blade in the bit holder. So thanks for providing me with a project to keep me busy for awhile. Well done video and thanks for creating and sharing the content.

[@jeffrdnck7973]

Mine came in today and I’m actually impressed! I just wanted to say that you’re the only content provider that tests and explains the actual blade/blades. Most just show the blade without any impressions. I really appreciate your content. I’d love to see you do a leather man clone head to head comparison!

[@user-cb3id6ef4z]

Aaron, it is a sin to criticise Victorinox Swiss Army knives. I've gifted 14 of them within the last year. Many of those were the little Classics with wonderful scales that were very meaningful to the recipients. It brought them joy to receive them. The colorful, new silicone cases for the Classics are a home run. ... Back in the 70s, my brother gave me a red SAK Huntsman when I relocated to Interior Alaska. I had a career working for Alaska State Forestry in Fairbanks. The Huntsman was always snugly in a nylon pouch on my belt when fighting wildfire in the boreal forest wilderness, or cruising timber on snowshoes. ... The warehouse got all of us Leatherman tools. I carried one on a project fire for seve3al weeks and never used it. Back in Bearflanks, I returned it to warehouse and returned to my trusty Huntsman. ... A next door neighbor boy graduates from High School on 6 JUN 24. He's getting an SAK Huntsman with A-10 Warthog scales and his name and date engraved on the blade by DLT Trading. He can carry it in the SAK nylon belt pouch that will fit his knife. ... Finally, SAKs are made in Switzerland, not in Communist China. You haven't sold me on a cheap knife made in a nation that harvests the organs of its own people and attacks the free world with biological weapons of mass destruction.

[@Feanor821]

I got this Rocktol after seeing in one of your other vids and I love it. For 20 bucks can’t be beat. Superior IMO to the Gerber Armbar. Despite their flaws SAKs are still ubiquitous. A lot of people don’t know what a Leatherman or a Gerber is. *Everyone* knows what a Swiss Army Knife is. It’s almost part of our vocabulary referring to any tool with many functions. I never liked the blade profile on the main blade, and yeah none of the tools lock, but I still think they’re awesome and I love having one around.

[@Tracy81258]

I’m 62 years old now and have carried a SAK since my first one I got on my 12th birthday. It was a Huntsman as I recall, but I’ve been carrying a Fieldmaster since I graduated high school in the early eighties. It has saved my ass more times than a toilet seat. Paired with a CRKT Getaway Driver, I have a pretty effective tool kit in my pocket.

[@dlrmon1]

Lol...I too am 62 and received a Huntsman as a gift at around age 12. I hope my sixth grade Teacher is still enjoying that knife...

[@tecnotrog1]

Myself! My first was a recruit which I still have but my favorite is the Spartan 🦉

[@Tracy81258]

@@dlrmon1 I remember when our science teacher in junior high was trying to open a box and asked if anyone had a knife. Every single boy and half the girls in class had one out in a second. Minnesota schools were different back then. Nobody batted an eye at pocket knives, or later on at gun racks in the back of students pickups. Unfortunately we lost our way since then.

[@dlrmon1]

@Tracy81258...I very much remember those days from an Idaho perspective. It was definitely a different way of life...

[@pinkyellowblue007]

My Leatherman has locking tools.

[@BangkokMark]

SAK are my first knife gift to nephews, nieces and friends children. They always love them and its a great intro into EDC. Cheers!

[@astaschak]

I carry an Alox SAK every day, usually a Pioneer or Farmer X dropped in my pocket. A decent bit heavier duty than the normal cellidor handled ones. I have been carrying a Leatherman Rebar on my belt recently too. Both aren't known for their awesome blade steels but they've always held up just fine for my edc which is generally more than the office box type edc. I don't run a homestead either but am outdoors and also use my tools at work in the shop time to time. Medium use I would say. Most days I don't even pull out my locking folder anymore. I love how easy the multitool stainless steels sharpen up too and maybe that's why I like using them more because I can sharpen them easier and faster. I'll have to check this one out, looks kinda like what leatherman did with their free k series but with a leg from the wave with rebar esque tooling.

[@karolmotala]

The easiest solution for your issues with the Victorinox Phillips screwdriver would be to buy a Victorinox that has a corkscrew in that slot 😉

[@tomnail224]

With Victorinoxs, you buy a tradition that no one else offers, no matter how hard they try.

[@FR333KSH0W]

I'd rather put my money and trust towards quality materials and good manufacturing rather than tradition since the former gets the job done rather than the latter. I'm not saying Victorinox produces bad products necessarily, I'm saying other companies have produced multitools that are just made better and around the same price point.

[@wellregulated8725]

Does tradition effect function?

[@ApocGuy]

In case of SAK, yeah it does...

[@FR333KSH0W]

@wellregulated8725 Tradition does not correlate with product quality or function. Sticking with what you have done does not make your product better, it makes it stagnant when others innovate and improve their products.

[@FR333KSH0W]

@ApocGuy soft steel, fragile scales, very little innovation and improvement on product models... No, tradition does not equal quality. There are plenty of companies that offer products with significantly better materials and build quality than Victorinox does.

[@IamACanadian47]

You’ll go back to the Swiss Army knife if you ever try to use the scissors, the new Chinese made tools that look like half of a plier tool have such soft metal that the second time you go to use the scissors they will bind, have burrs, and don’t close again. P.S. the bit driver is using a 2 in 1 ball detente bit which is almost as hard to replace as the leatherman bits and if you try using normal 1/4 bits they will just fall out. In my opinion these Chinese companies are innovating but they need to up their quality, I don’t want something that a KZbinr will tell me is great because it’s a quarter the price of the best manufacturer (victorinox, leatherman etc.), I want something WELL MADE at a REASONABLE price. I’ve seen way too many of these KZbin videos bragging about how cheap these tools are without thinking about any long term use, just my opinion.

[@billybunter3753]

Couldn't agree more! I'm starting to get tired of the cheap Chinese stuff! I want something that works for the long term. I'd rather have one leatherman or one victorinox than 5 cheap Chinese tools.

[@IamACanadian47]

@@billybunter3753Absolutely, but it is important for Leatherman (and Victorinox less so) to remember to keep pricing in touch with reality (or maybe use social media like KZbin to give facility tours showing where all the extra money goes on tools that were designed 20 plus years ago) so that I can justify in my head that it’s good to support them and not give in to the darkside, eh 👏🇨🇦

[@tm2bow653]

Chinese also make good stuff. I got a Roxon KS 2. It has fantastic scissors and I bought the extra bits kit and it's really cool.

[@IamACanadian47]

@@tm2bow653 Since I work at a hardware store I have used almost every multitool there has been, I use them daily and at least a dozen times a day. I don’t remember half the names of all the stuff I’ve tried but here goes: The roxon multitool (the one with a variety of tools and a corkscrew) had the scissors develop serious wear and burrs after about four times cutting zip ties, the flat head driver started to twist slightly after removing bolts from garden hose faucets to remove washers after two tries, the Philips head slightly twisted after attaching the bit adapter and a nut driver to assemble brooms for sale. Onto the Roxon knife scissors tool, the scissors wouldn’t close after cutting zip ties again once, the knife got dull after three times of cutting carpet by the foot for a customer. Next up the Gerber suspension, the awl developed a dull point (like the nose of a paper airplane when it hits a wall) after punching holes in Bristol board paper for a sign promoting a paint sale, the scissors slipped right over and wouldn’t cut fishing line for hanging a banner. And now the Leatherman wingman, tried to cut through the white flexible hose that we cut by the foot for dryer vents and scissors slipped and jammed on the 1/2 the width of a paper clip wire that is in the liner of the hose. Now Bibury, the 31 in 1 model I think; has the jig saw blade adapter. Tried cutting a bag open to test a sharkbyte fitting and jammed the scissors, later tried cutting a zip tie with these huge Leatherman surge like scissors and no go as the burr from one try was so bad the scissors wouldn’t even fold back into the handle of the tool. I could go on and on but my point holds since I have used a Leatherman surge and scissors on it have cut zip ties most of a year with no issues (but the tools weight was bothering me with all the other stuff I carry) so I switched to the wave and the scissors on ONE of them have cut over a hundred zip ties and are still going strong, the bit driver with the easy access to sixty bits has helped dozens of customers with a variety of bolts in every shape and size; yes they can be butter soft bits but it lets me know exactly which one we need every time. In my job I need to help solve problems for people right away not five minutes later when I get the toolbox, the customer wants help now and I know I can trust either the wave or the surge. Am I disappointed that the price keeps going up, absolutely, but I don’t lose my tools that often and when I recommend a tool to a customer who notices how handy a Leatherman is I mention buy it once and just keep an eye on it so it doesn’t walk off rather than the it’s ok to lend it out cheaper Chinese stuff that has repeatedly failed ME and from what I recall has so many problems with soft steel that all the KZbinrs out there keep defending it with the “but you can buy 4 of them for the price of one Leatherman bs”. Sorry to rant but if you use multitools hourly then you know why cheap is NOT good. Lastly, I think it’s pretty nice to support American workers; but every once in a while I get very frustrated with Leatherman not seeming to pay attention to to the new reality out there.

[@cranstonsnord4334]

I have a collection of these tools and use one at work quite often. The ones with the bit drivers can be easily modded to take standard 1/4 inch bits by just putting a small thin button magnet in the driver. The scissors in the ones I have used work great, and I have had zero issues with them. All of the ones I have have one thing in common....they are a much better tool than the Gerber Armbar which I am sure influenced them in some way. My Armbar is a good small pocket knife, but the scissors spring pops out sometimes when I use them and the bit driver does not lock, at all. Not even a strong slip joint detent. Half the time when I used it, it would close up on my hand. Why is that so difficult for a major player in the multitool game, but no name and off brand name tools have locking or semi locking tools?? The Armbar is also about twice the price of most of these cheaper tools. I am a PC tech and these tools work great for me.

[@grattof]

I always carry a swiss army knife as a backup, but I usually end up using it more in public than a locking bigger folder. They come really handy and non knife people (99.9% of people) don't freak out with them

[@tireseas]

Had to doublecheck this wasn't April Fools at first.

[@tecnotrog1]

I am 61 now and have been carrying a SAK since I was 15. But i would give up every knife in my collection except my SAK & they will PRY THAT from my cold, dead hands 😂🦉

[@edwardfletcher7790]

It's impossible to beat the sheer versatility of a SAK 👍

[@larryvincent1083]

I've daily carried a SAK Mini Champ for 10+ years and use it most days. However, I bought this Rocktol multitool about 6 months ago and carry it daily. It's great! The scissors are the best and the screwdriver bit is very good.

[@gideonstactical]

Awesome!!!

[@cosimfre2651]

I almost unsubscribed

[@gideonstactical]

Hahaha! 😂

[@Othentic_Me]

😂😂

[@craignorris126]

😂😂😂😂😂 same

[@jake9636]

😂

[@justins.2429]

Lmao

[@azi6477]

When I was 12 I got a victorinox climber, It has all the tools I need for 30 euros, and more than that rocktool like a corkscrew, toothpick, tweezers and a small knife that I keep razor sharp. I still have that first knife and it is totally worn out because when I was young money was scarce to buy a new one. I am 55 now, I still have that model "climber", but already several newer ones. About the hardness, I need to sharpen it maybe 2 or 3 times a year on a strop and I use it daily. Of course, just like you I have knives lying around everywhere that are more task specific like your kitchen knives, garden, workbench and what more knives and a whole lot of knives for hiking and camping that are bigger, stronger and fancyer. But just daily I carry that climber on me. I have never missed that pocket clip and would remove it straight away. That bit holder would be something great, but then you would also need a bitset and that is where Wera does a great service to me :-). Thanks for yet another clip, I really like the way you test and present these things.

[@charlesrogers4770]

The most common Phillips screw is the #2, so why do they only have a #1 Phillips driver on this tool? When you use a smaller driver (#1) on a #2 screw head the driver is prone to start stripping.

[@OtherThanIntendedPurpose]

I am more of a Leatherman guy than SAK, I do have a Rangergrip 78, but it is not an EDC tool for me. I do like a lot of the features on this tool. if I had one, it would be a part of one of my tool kits, either in a pack, or in my power chair tool kit. I prefer the straight line driver, and the ability to swap bits out. one thing that could expand the usefulness of the driver would be to have a bit extender. I have several double row rubber bit holders that have an extender in the centerline between the two rows of bits. also supergluing a very small neodymium magnet in the driver would make it a little less deep so it would fit the standard one sided bits better, and make it hold the bits in better.

[@oldguy1458]

These types of tools are like an insurance policy. You buy it, put it away in your backpack, and forget about it until you really need it one day and then you're glad you have it.

[@johnossendorf9979]

My Swiss Champ has lived in my pocket since I bought it new in 1985. I personally take clips off, like the one that came on my Milwaukee Fastback. Your mileage may vary.

[@jeffslaven]

I've seen these around on-line recently, but have been reluctant to purchase until some reviews came out. Thank God you finally did this, as your opinion actually influences more than a few of my decisions. Ima gonna grab one now!

[@LaurelisCroatorum]

I have a Swiss Tech 11 in 1 multitool with a main blade in 8Cr13Mov steel and the tool has proven to be solid and practical as an Edc tool piece, but I still love all my Victorinox tools

[@charlesrogers4770]

The most common Phillips screws are #2--why do they have a #1 driver on this multi tool?

[@vendolotecr829]

Thanks Aaron for a good video again!!! I agree, that the multi-tool you have presented has some advantages in a compact format. But you have to see, taking into account that your channel is seen worldwide, in my case from Costa Rica, there are many countries that do not allow knives with lockable blades in their laws. Also in the USA there are some states or cities with this restriction, which is why SAKs are a good or the only alternative with a good quality. As for the tool with bit exchange, none of the SAKs have it in the standard format available, not so much because it is a good function, but more to avoid losing the bit at some point and being left without the corresponding tool. For example the Cyber Tool Line of Victorniox has this function with smaller bits. As for the clip, the SAKs don't contribute much or anything. But there are cheaper solutions than the one you mentioned, where you can use a suspension clip that costs around 4 Dollars. I myself have several options depending on the tasks to be done. I am not a collector, so I choose my tools carefully, because they must all fulfill their function well. I own and use some SAKs. Greetings... Horacio from Costa Rica

[@ChrisPage68]

Why do you "need" a locking blade? One handed deployment just makes it look like you want to carry a weapon, not a tool. We have laws against that (for good reason) here in the UK.

[@brholder1]

I got the Rocktol after seeing it in a previous video of yours. It's an EDC for me. It's light and not bulky. It performs perfectly for task that I do day to day. Thanks for the find!

[@edwardfletcher7790]

Make sure you get the model of this tool where the 1/4" driver LOCKS !! PS : Really happy you're enjoying your Aussie 🌏 Merino wool 👍

[@flapxjackson]

I used to carry a SAK Super Tinker for years. I switched to the Leatherman Juice S2 because I liked the idea of small pliers in my pocket and it seemed easier to carry. But I gave that up for the Leatherman Free T4. I liked that all the implements lock, has a small file (for my nails), and I missed the tweezers from the SAK. I don’t ever see carrying a SAK again unless I’m abroad. This Rocktol is nice and it’s affordable. But it’s missing a few implements that I like to have in my pocket.

[@glidingedge5005]

Check out the Victorinox Outrider, in line philips, locking blade, good saw, scissors, awl, corkscrew, locking large flat head driver, etc.

[@drpeemac]

what that dude said whose hand got stuck in mountain later he chopped it off to survive ....is the answer bro...tx for video...

[@davidvolsky7713]

It should be mentioned that Victorinox does have a few models with an inline Phillips driver. The Explorer comes to mind.

[@reece758]

At the cost of your whole pocket tho. 😂

[@Ninja.Alinja]

The inline Philips they have is fantastic; but it always comes paired with either the most useless light (e.g. huntsman lite, which is about as bright as a geriatric firefly, provided the battery isn’t flat because it was accidentally left on) or the magnifying glasses. As long as they don’t fine something worthwhile to put across the Philips, there’s no point.

[@gregblake2764]

You just had to show me this, didn't you. I have a Leatherman Free K4. The blade is great, but the tools are hard to deploy and aren't great. Also, it doesn't include a can opener, which is one of those tools that is a butt saver when you're off camping and realise you need it. Twenty bucks is a no-brainer, so I just ordered one.

[@georgesulea]

Since this video came out, it appears the Rocktool is sold out, but Mossy Oak offers a smaller, cheaper version of the Rocktool for 15 bucks. Bought it. Very pleased.

[@gideonstactical]

Nice!

[@bobikdylan]

I've got a huntsman in the post. I doubt I'll regret it. I have an SD on my car key and a Swisscard in my wallet. Victorinox quality is second to none.

[@TechLeatherCraft]

Best Philips driver is on the SAK Explorer. But agree, in the USA normally don't carry my SAK since having a Leatherman. But if you travel to Europe or Canada or Internationally the SAK is the way to go (to avoid legal issues )

[@robduncan599]

There is no doubt the Explorer is a good option! However I have many SAK including the Explorer . I did a mod ,in fact I mod all my SAK apart from that swiss champ. To give a very good 2d Phillips a small flathead and an improved can opener, so I don't use the explorer much ,but i even did the mod on the Explorer. I have several videos about the mod , should you care to look at your leisure? Victorinox explorer, huntsman, farmer, climber, screwdriver can opener mod. Victorinox Spartan All Blue. Victorinox Angler Black plus scales and modification.

[@nolan280]

These half leatherman style knives are super tempting and I did buy one a few months back, the version I bought was black and most of the tools are/were decent. The scissor are a totally different story though, even the internal, pain in the butt to grab leatherman scissors cut better than these. The surges' scissors are much better as are the micra, free series and obviously the great SAK scissors. The scissors will not cut 550 cord, granted the internal leatherman scissors have difficulty too. For the price its a decent tool, but I will keep on using my modded Free P2 and deluxe tinker.

[@oddsavage]

I got one of these on a whim, and it's absolutely great. I love it, and it's absolutely worth the price.

[@tdapple1]

Beautiful Review on Practicality & Functionality. Thank you 🙏. Facts Over Feelings.

[@1qas23]

bruh... I literally put my beer down and was going to post 'wtf" are you talking about! HA! got me! lol

[@Ceriva09]

the first 20 seconds were one giant rollercoaster of emotions right there 😆

[@gideonstactical]

Hahaha!!

[@notsonewg4474]

Paired my 12 in one Rockwell with knipex xs.. with the quarter inch hex driver.. and a few bits.. lighter and more capable than full leatherman... my Saks sit in my drawer. And at 18.99 on amazon, not really caring how long it lasts.. still like new.. carrying a year now.

[@canadafree2087]

More honesty, I have many SAK and used them for decades. However, I hardly ever use the non-locking blade. If I need a blade I always go for a single blade locking one one handed opening. Victorinox has a few one hand openers and a few locks, but over all waaaay behind in this field.

[@williamyoung369]

I have a SAK Tinker, carry it in a SAK leather belt pouch. And i have one of those 9 in 1 multitools similar in design to that Roctool. Mine is a Willuck, it has the blade/scissors/a saw, file, bottle/can opener & a glass breaker. I use the scissors on it the most.

[@johneli495]

Looks impressive, especially for the price. The only negative is that it's slightly larger in size than the Evogrip S18 that I use. But the screwdriver is indeed definitely awkward to use on the SAK.

[@DoingMoreKustoms]

Looks like a solid winner form here! Thanks for sharing.

[@gideonstactical]

You bet

[@KD4CXG]

I carry a SAK but I want the corkscrew. I use it to carry a small eyeglass screwdriver and a small bit of cotton ball. I always use the tweezers and toothpicks. I use an add on clip to make it stand up in my pocket. I love Victorinox!!! The corkscrew is good for opening coconuts to get the milk out as well as knots.

[@toastedjoke]

I really wish Leatherman would invest more into these types of tools, while I like the T and K series knives they need a rework. They have a lot of potential to be fantastic minimalist EDC tools. This tool is a maybe on my list not going to lie lol

[@shawnpatrick1877]

The small flathead screwdriver on the can opener of the SAK works as an inline Philip's head. I don't understand the over-the-top hate of the side-mounted Phillip's head. It has its uses and works the majority of the time. If I was walking around needing to use a Phillip's head screwdriver constantly, then I'd just carry a screwdriver. SAKS are for the occassional, emergency need. If your job requires the constant use of tools, then the Rocktool nor the SAK would be your best choice. The best EDC multi-tool is the one that works best for you based on your specific, regular needs.

[@sda4jesus1]

Their biggest failing is the blade steel. Ditch the MOVs altogether for a respectable mid range steel, and charge a few buck more.

[@korgan7779]

Hmm, interesting take on this knife based multi-tool and one that i've been thinking about. I know i've been impressed with companies like Bibury and Rocktool for making cost effective multi-tools for those who do not need the precieved quality and therefor higher price of tools such as the leatherman tools. I carry a number of knives for tools depending on what I'm doing that day from Victorinox, Case, Buck, and a few others, currently carrying 2, a Victorinox Pioneer X and a Victorinox Executive for the nail file. I ended up removing the keyring and grinding/filing off the keyring connector because I liked the Wenger/Victorinox "Soldat" that doesn't have the keyring and finding that it got in the way of use more commonly then not on the Pioneer/Pioneer X model. Still been debating on the Bibury plier multitool because of just how little I might actually use it but I think I'll order one of these and try it out. Thank you!

[@deacondavidviscount7579]

Great info and research Aaron. I think I will give it a try. Have 4 SAKs, but like the functionality of this option. For $20, I'll also throw one in the glovebox of the car. If I use it twice, it's paid for itself!

[@fishlein]

I just happened to buy this a few weeks ago, it just looked handy and I have to say I love it…it’s a Leatherman meets SAK. Highly recommend it

[@adawolf9483]

An important detail, Swiss Army Knives are...Swiss made and that's why the price will never be as low as Chinese knockoff half clones of other multitools.

[@maxlvledc]

Mossy oak also makes an identical one, so you can link both 👍

[@knife_knut]

Yep - and the Mossy Oak is cheaper & includes a nice belt pouch (if that’s your thing)

[@mrgapface]

@maxlvledc while I was watching this, I was like...I made one of the these from an Ozark trail multiforce after watching your video. I do like this scissor option on this better, though. And I only buy that tool to modify it into one of these setups. If the quality is good, this is more economical.

[@timothyodom6909]

I had the MossyOak tool like this one. The screwdriver was locking on it. I loved it and used it daily. I gave it to my son in law

[@jhill4874]

@@knife_knut Amazon dropped the price of the Rock by 26%, so it's $19.99 also at this time. I like the idea of a belt pouch.

[@joshuabomar6974]

Ive always loved my SAKs since I was a kid so I will always keep them around in kits & packs as back ups & mostly for the saw & awl. Everyday carry its not a practical tool , standard multi tool is definitely better option. Good review.

[@svgs650r]

After +40 yrs I’m already on my second SAK, and I use it multiple times a day, the small screwdriver tip on the can opener will easily handle any #2 Phillips that is within the scope of a multi-tool, the blade is fantastic for anything short of butchering large animals, it’s easy to sharpen and a few strokes on a strop and it’s ready to go. For pliers a 4”-5” Knipex Cobra - way more effective than any multi-tool plier ever? As for a pocket clip, get in your tackle box and get a #4 or #5 Sampo swivel and pair it up with a “pocket suspension” clip and Bob’s yer Uncle! But twenty bucks for the Chinesium tool seems to be quit a deal, I’ll have to give one a try.

[@rbm6184]

No saw blade. No toothpick. No tweezers. No sale.

[@Ruger44Redhawk]

I do have to say, I have some older SAK's and newer ones. I do like both and the newer ones have large locking blades. Although, I still carry a 1995 Leatherman Original Super Tool and that design is rather ingenious. Not only do the blades have a stronger lock than the liner lock, the configuration of the blade when deployed is perfect. It is like an actual folding knife (unlike the Wave's uncomfortable configuration).

[@davidlee8551]

Thanks for the excellent review of a useful tool!

[@yellowdog762jb]

Interesting tool, I might have to check it out. I love my Leathermans and SAKs. I carry the Hiker around town and the Tinker (I think that's similar to the Hiker, but with a saw) in the country. I use a $2-3 suspension clip on the key ring. The clip is a game changer. I didn't carry my SAK often before I got the pocket clip. I also replaced the tooth pick with a ferro rod, and I have a very strong pin that I sharpened stored in the hole behind the screwdriver. It's excellent for digging out splinters. I also usually carry a locking folder self defense knife on the other hip. I use the SAK awl and blade for regular cutting to save the edge on my self defense knife. The awl works great on plastic clam packs. IMO, an awl can be too large though. The one on this tool seems a bit large to sew a field repair on most things. I'm not sure why they put a flat head on a tool w a bit driver. Maybe they couldn't think of another tool that would fit in the space? A decent file would be usefully. The tiny Phillips seems pretty handy though. I VERY much wish that the Phillips head screwdriver was not located where it's at on the SAK though. If you keep it clean the mirror polish on the SAK can serve as an adequate mirror in a pinch. It's good enough to check your teeth for specs of food after a meal, or your nose for you know what. As others have pointed out, the SAK is very socially acceptable. Even in Texas, where knives are not regulated, that is sometimes a factor.

[@henryvandeventer2457]

My wife got me one as a surprise ("It looked nice and it's more compact than those Leather-things") and i have to admit, it's pretty decent. It's not going to replace my Leathermans or my SAKs, but I've picked up a couple more that i have in various bags and kits as backups.

[@charlescollier7217]

Thanks for this, Aaron. I have a lot of SAKs, but I have added Ultra Tac deep carry pocket clips to all of them. They clip on to the ring on any SAK and it then hangs down in the pocket. It's made a HUGE difference for me. They aren't on the side of the tool like a regular knife pocket clip, but they get the job done and a pair of them is like $7.

[@stefannouwen6120]

You can even buy Chinese clones of these deep carry pocket clips for about 50 cents a piece if that is something you are looking for. I have put them on all my SAKs and they work just fine

[@charlescollier7217]

@@stefannouwen6120 good to know!

[@Kyoko12345678]

Just ordered one, looking forward to giving it a try. Love my SAKs but the pocket clip, large scissors etc….. definitely appeal to me

[@RockLobster2000]

Your short vid is most appreciated. Might is the watch word in your title. IDK. I carry a SAK Explorer and has bailed me out hundreds of times so theres’ that “bond”. The #2 Phillips, that’s ultra fast to deploy and secure, I’ve used the mag. Glass to look at tiny print on resistors for work. Pretty much all their implements without disappointment. It’s less beefier than the RT. So, I would carry a rebar and get more tools at this weight and goes unnoticed in my pocket even without the clip. Rebars on e-bay are very reasonable. Again, thanks for your vid!

[@josephbrown2583]

I bought the swisstech version of this... and I love it!

[@francoiscoetzer9920]

Yeah same here, I am a big LM and SAK guy, but the Swisstech version is awesome and functional. Can definitely recommend it.

[@andreusegui8675]

Perfect toolset for edc , locking blade , carryclip and reasonable price.Nothing new but its a new concept

[@sumanngon]

SAK Phillip screw driver actually saves you in sweaty hand or in rain where if you Have a little muti tool, the grip style hold of your phillip and not fear dropping it and loosing it matters a lot. Tinker survived many ages for a reason. I had an inline screw driver, and in rain trying to open the body lock of my door, it fell and rolled in and lost it!

[@ParkerBinion]

Great video! Have you seen the Roxon KS2 Elite? Very impressive. All the tools lock. One handed deployment. D2 blade steel. 4116 saw and scissors. Scissors are incredible. Phillips with file. Bit kit with adapter that fits on Phillips. Super sharp awl. Bottle opener, can opener, small flat head. Glass breaker. Tweezers. At 3.4" and the same weight as the Rocktol, I love it. $38 so twice as expensive, but better steel, better scissors and a saw.

[@yogibro6442]

Be careful opening the bit driver it pinches the heck out of your finger in the back. I do like how you can use the bit driver for sheet metal screws

[@FARACI1]

Another great video thanks. The Rock Tool looks a lot like the Gerber slim. And here’s a biggie on the Swiss Arms can opener has a Philips screwdriver on it.

[@ericsayers2290]

You made me look at this multitool in a different way since you compared it to a SAK (of which I have several). I may buy one of these along with a plier-based Rocktol and switch out the implements to make a bladeless version.

[@strikenryken]

Can you explain this? You are removing the blade from the tool in this video and adding what? Or you are making a baseless version in a plier based tool?

[@perkulant4629]

In the UK we can’t carry locking blades 😢

[@mainelymaineoutdoors4117]

Once again, great review. Thank you

[@gideonstactical]

My pleasure!

[@BD-dr1hw]

I like having decent scissors, and got some cheap (but very useable) folding scissors to carry along with a knife (with a beefier blade than a SAK). I generally don't need/want the other tools (I'd rather carry real tools if needed) but I will definitely consider the Rocktol. Thanks for the review.

[@joshuadocter2277]

I carry a SAK Compact EVERY. SINGLE. DAY.

[@BigggRoss]

a modern take on a classic!

[@knife_knut]

Lol. You had me going for a minute there… 😁

[@gideonstactical]

😁

[@kourguis]

It looks nice but where l live the evo s17 is 35€ new. With locking blade. You just can’t beat that. And don’t Forget the lifetime warranty that actually work.

[@janetgray2184]

i try to use the sak screwdriver but it does not work well, i now use the Gerber brand

[@simonh6371]

You got me for the first few seconds too. I've tried all kinds of alternatives but I always go back to my SAKs. It's a factor that I'm in the UK though and can't carry a locking blade.

[@missionoutdoorsITM]

I want a ranger grip with just a non serrated blade and the saw, why don't they sell this? I really don't want all the corkscrews and screwdrivers and other junk!

[@ensidfkgnur]

I get it, I'm a knifeaholic also, always looking for the perfect multitool but never finding one to replace my Victorinox Tinker Deluxe. Dangle clip lets it ride high. Previously got a Nextool versions similar to this, the Roktol looks much nicer, but I've really gotten used to all the implements on the Tinker. Thanks for the content though, gotta keep up with this stuff! May get one for the kids.

[@scenicdriveways6708]

Good review, It's neat, but I'll stick with my Victorinox Swiss Tool X Plus Ratchet multitool, and my Victorinox Huntsman pocket knife. I never leave home with out them, and they have been extremely handy.

[@FarmersSON55]

I've been carrying a field master for the last 2 years... also some Wenger saks have locking blades...i love the field master for summer time lightweight carry.. I have a Leatherman wave for tool heavy days... I love the t handle Philips

[@bigdan034]

Ive had this tool for a few months now. It’s honestly very good for what it is. I use it mostly when traveling just in case it gets lost and I’m only out 16 bucks.

[@negolfman]

I'm going to pass on abandoning the SAK for a few reasons. I use a Victorinox Cybertool 34 knife and Leatherman Juice PS4 with bits, doesn't lock, though the Cybertool has a nice bit set and a pin and a pen. Plus, you can put a paperclip in the corkscrew and with use of a Fireant in it and they operate in about any setting. The Juice has a nice set of pliers that takes care of most tasks.

[@Ulixes83]

I carry my SAK with a Keysmart pocket clip for 7€ and I now prefer this over a normal pocket clip like this Rocktool. So it’s actually an advantage, that a SAK has no pocket clip and only a key ring.

[@imgadgetmanjim]

I switched to Leatherman as soon as wave came out. I want scissors, saw and a locking knife blade. Rocktool is very nice tool but no saw. I still have multiple Swiss Army but they never get used.

[@patricegarnierlobo25111967]

i have one with ferro rod on ! that s cool , and three another model with differents options very cool and handy knives ! for the wood or camping this is cool

[@jhill4874]

TACTIMAN has a 9 in 1 option that offers some alternative tools.

[@user-ul5yu5hk9k]

I Carry a SAK everywhere everyday. Usually use the tinker deluxe with plus scales in the pocket and a small Swiss army with Philips driver in my EDC wallet. I find this a good combo and never seem to need a larger knife. Also guaranteed for life from a company that has been around for 125 years that is Swiss made. Nevertheless, I think there is definitely a market for these newer multipurpose and customizable tools. I think that victorinox should take not of these companies as should leatherman. Roxon has some amazing designs as well now. Good review!

[@chas7193]

I carry a Tinker SAK daily and use a dangler that works great and it was $10

[@xcelcion]

Roxon KS2 Elite in D2 steel is my current Swiss Army Knife replacement (though to be fair I still carry my mini champ as a keychain, lol). The KS2 Elite cost me around 30 bucks, and the difference between the regular and the elite is the D2 blade steel, tools are supposed to be made of 12c27, and the scissors are very impressive (though a bit big for my fingernails, etc, hence the mini champ).

[@tomasscott6414]

Hey, I do have the Rocktool and have carried it some. I like the bit driver very much and I have the black version which looks great so far but I have to see how long that lasts. The Rocktool is part of my rotation and the bit driver is the reason to carry it. I also have the ROXON KS2 which is smaller and has almost the same functionality, but is smaller. Really like carrying the ROXON KS2 but it is locking blade and implements for the ones who carry in the UK.

[@bobsundquist5819]

I could swear I saw you at Costco in Parker.Was going to say hello but wasn't sure. I have carried a SAK for years. I like the Outrider.

[@gideonstactical]

That was me 😮😉

[@lorenzowilborn8544]

Wonderful commentary!!!!!! After posting this, I’ll be immediately Looking for a link to order. I hope it helps you out! Cuz this is awesome!

[@mikehurley6877]

The Roctool it way too thick at almost an inch for everyday pocket carry. A SAK Compact (or Climber to save $) with a KeySmart for the pocket paired with a Skeletool gets 99.99% of tasks around my house.