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mini-multitools vs traditionals

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allenC

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Well I started out using traditional pocket-knives as a boy. And later I discovered Swiss Army Knives.
And recently I have come under the spell of the Leatherman Micra.
For several weeks I tried to go back to carrying a traditional pocket-knife (the Buck 303 Cadet, a Camillus yello-jaket congress, an Old Timer stockman) but I always find myself needing a screwdriver or some other tool.
So before long I was once again carrying a SAK, and later, the Micra.

Is there anyone else who has forsaken the traditional pocket-knife in favor of the shear utility of the mini-multitool.
 
Why on earth would you just carry one or the other? Carry both! Nothing is more useful than a SAK, multitool, or Scout knife. That said, a traditional knife, espescially a multi-blade has a great versatility when it comes to cutting. Just put a Leatherman Micra on your keychain and keep a pocket knife in your pocket.
 
I could do that (and I have), but I'm trying to cut down to as few knives as possible.
I used to carry quite a few blades but I found that I hardly ever used them all. They were simply just extra weight to lug around. So now it's just the Micra and the Spyderco Rescue.
 
Originally posted by allenC
I'm trying to cut down to as few knives as possible.
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Are you feeling ok? I think you need a few days rest and maybe a new knife to maybe clear your head out a little.

I carry a Supertool and Micra daily. I just got a Sideclip in case a day comes that the Supertool won't fit with what I'm wearing. This is in addition to at least three knives. Carry what works for you.
 
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