Hook on SAK?

[Aeneas]

What is the purpose of the hook on some SAK models? What do you do with it?

 

[matthew rapaport]

In Europe, where they still tie a lot of packages with string, the hook is a package carrier - hook it through the string. Otherwise, it can be useful as a pot lifter if the pot has a wire handle, or a wire puller, lifter, etc.

 

[BOK]

Boot lace tightener.

Also good for gaining leverage when you need to tighten something ie. pulling a tarp tight enough over our campsite when it was raining.

Hook's a little small for a lot of those 'pulling' tasks but it still comes in handy for those odd jobs.

 

[Daniel Koster]

stick the knife blade into soft wood, extend the hook, and now you can make your own rope...

 

[Rotte]

I know this thread is old, but thanks, great tips. I keep looking for a use for the hook in my SAK, I like y'alls suggestions.

 

[orca8589]

aaaaargh . . . living dead zombie thread is here to take your soul . . . aaaaaaaaaargh . . .

Actually, if you go to SOSAK.com you'll find a bit more info on the hook, and more uses.

thx - cpr

aaaaaarrrgh . . .

 

[GIRLYmann]

Hooked on SAKs?
Try hooking up with sosakonline too.

 

[Rotte]

Thanks! SAK's are invaluable. In terms of actual use, my SAK's are probably #1 knife. But what's up with that hook?

 

[rickppoole]

You can also use it to escape from burning buildings by sliding down a wire.