Another SAK closeout at Target!

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I was in the local Target yesterday and saw that they had the blister pack with the Super Tinker and sharpener on closeout for $19.58. If I needed another SAK, I would be all over that.
 
Mine had that one as well as the ST w/ sheath (older packaging). I just wish I had a reason to get it too...

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I'm not very enamored with the Salvation Army...
it's my opinion that from the few interactions I've had with Salvation Army workers is that, and they're only a gut feeling, that they try to keep their charity work for catholics and that they're quite controlling with their charity ie... you want charity, you have to live the way we want you to live...
This is fine if they're giving away their own money, but leaves a bad taste in my mouth if they're giving away money given to them by people who are of different creeds who don't know exactly what they're giving to.

just an opinion from a gut feeling...

Edited to add that this should probably take place in the political forum...
 
Since I'm about the only person on these forums who doesn't own a SAK I guess I'll drop by Target today.

Is this a good model? Or, is there another I would be better off with? I mean as far as useful attachments. I keep a Leatherman Supertool in my workbag, so bear that in mind if you have an answer. Thanks.

Rob
 
in my opinion, it's the best compromise between having all the tools you need, and a nice compact size...
you have tweezers and toothpick
two blades
can opener
bottle opener
scissors
phillips driver
awl
and some wierd hook I can't figure out

I usually only use the can opener and the scissors
 
Geez, I work at Target and I didn't even see them on sale. I'll probably end up picking one up when I go in today.
 
MM, This is getting a bit off-topic, but the Salvation Army is a Protestant (not Catholic) religious organization, hence the "Salvation" in the name. This is moral and spiritual salvation rather than just helping to keep body and soul together. Hopefully most people know that they are contributing to an organization with a Christian message to go along with the material help. The background is a little closer to Methodism of the 19th century than Catholicism. It would be more straight-laced than an equivalent Catholic organizations. In particular they take a much dimmer view on drinking than the Catholics. http://www.bartleby.com/65/sa/Salvatio.html
 
Picked up a ST with sheath today for $6.98. The pack with the sharpener was the same price.

While you're there, see if you can find some Eddie Bauer Lexan bottles on clearance as well. I grabbed two of those for three bucks a pop as well.

- Jon -
 
The hook is supposed to be used to carry packages with string (postal services these days wont take packages with string)

I've also heard of people using it to move pots with wire handles.
 
ZeonZaku said:
thats what they get for keeping the salvation army away from there sidewalks
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I don't believe Target singled out the Salvation Army specifically. They wanted to prevent any and all other "Charities" from insisting (perhaps in court) that they should have equal access to Target's locations.

How about if PITA or "Citizens Against Gun Violence" insisted on being able to solicit contributions in front of every Target and argued, "well, you let the Salvation Army do it, why not us"?

It was a defensive move and the Salvation Army was the most obvious victim since they were there first.
 
Jeff Clark said:
MM, This is getting a bit off-topic, but the Salvation Army is a Protestant (not Catholic) religious organization, hence the "Salvation" in the name. This is moral and spiritual salvation rather than just helping to keep body and soul together. Hopefully most people know that they are contributing to an organization with a Christian message to go along with the material help. The background is a little closer to Methodism of the 19th century than Catholicism. It would be more straight-laced than an equivalent Catholic organizations. In particular they take a much dimmer view on drinking than the Catholics. http://www.bartleby.com/65/sa/Salvatio.html
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Jeff, thanks for the correction, I had a brainfart and had typed my post while reading an article about the Catholic church. Being a non-practicing Lutheran, I should have remembered...
 
Droppoints said:
I don't believe Target singled out the Salvation Army specifically. They wanted to prevent any and all other "Charities" from insisting (perhaps in court) that they should have equal access to Target's locations.

How about if PITA or "Citizens Against Gun Violence" insisted on being able to solicit contributions in front of every Target and argued, "well, you let the Salvation Army do it, why not us"?

It was a defensive move and the Salvation Army was the most obvious victim since they were there first.
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I think you're right-the SA just got caught in the mix. Before the ban, the TArget closest to me had people in front of the store everyday, asking for handouts or signing petitions. Target must have had complaints from customers who were tired of having to run the gauntlet of sometime aggressive groups because their first step was to put up signs saying that Target did not endorse any of the groups. IMO, the worst and most aggressive people are the petition people.
 
underaged! said:
The hook is supposed to be used to carry packages with string (postal services these days wont take packages with string)

I've also heard of people using it to move pots with wire handles.
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WHAT?!! No more " brown paper packages tied up with string, these are a few of my favorite things."? Bummer.

Using it for hot wire handles sounds good though. Beats the hell out of burned fingertips. LOL

Rob
 
I was there again today, and the few remaining knives were marked down to $13.98. I also saw those Eddie Bauer lexan bottles for $3.
 
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