Minimalist SAKs

UnknownVT said:
Thanks Paul -

You're right I just tried it with my EDC combo tool - using the corner it seems to fit a range of Phillips screws - including ones that hold my stairs handrail and I could easily open computer case.......(now where does this board go ? :) ) that's pretty versatile - and I never even tried that - that really makes something like the Bantam Alox or the Waiter (both with combo tools) really functional as minimalist SAKs -

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Glad I could be of service. :D

Paul
 
RyanMalpiede said:
I have two of these that I carry from time to time:
For $8 you can't beat this Vic Twine Knife!
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WoW! cool! - that looks like a "Gardener" but with a keyring - where did you get that from, please?
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RyanMalpiede said:
I actually think the Bantam Alox is a great knife if they would bring back the keychain loop ... they were selling them for $10 on sale at target a month ago.
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They were selling the Bantam Alox at Target? - with the keyring?

It would appear that different Target stores may carry different lines - I don't think I've ever seen a Bantam Alox in a Target store (I have 3 near me) - with or without keyring.........

The picture in the opening post:
SlimVic2_S.jpg

shows the older style Bantam Alox in the silver parallel ribbed Alox - the Swiss/international model #0.2300.26 is for the version without keyring - this model# remains the same for the new styled in the silver checked Alox.

The keyring version (if they still make it) has the Swiss/international model # 0.2301.26

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In a pinch I´ve used the tip of a SAK nail file in a Phillips screw, The pointy nail cleaner type, but I would guess the kind with a small flat tip might also work.

Luis
 
Don Luis said:
In a pinch I´ve used the tip of a SAK nail file in a Phillips screw, The pointy nail cleaner type, but I would guess the kind with a small flat tip might also work.
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Yes, the SD (screwdriver) tip on the Classic nailfile does fit Phillips #1 and #2 -
here's a comparison with the standard can-opener's small screwdriver tip which is spec'd to fit #1 and #2 Phillips
SD_CanOpn_S.jpg

the SD is very similar in size (just a fraction smaller) - but the SD tip shape/taper is similar........

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RyanMalpiede said:
I am 90% sure it was Bantam but no keyring on clearance...
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Target did have the Victorinox Soldier on clearance for $9.98 less than a month ago - I think someone actually picked one up the other day - so there may still be limited remaining stocks..........

Victorinox Soldier for only $10!

RyanMalpiede said:
40560 Forschner Knives - 2 1/4 inch Twine Knife:
*2.25 in. wavy edged twine knife blade of high carbon stainless steel. Handle of Red nylon.
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Thanks for the reference - I didn't realize that the twine knife was so small at 2 1/4" -
the Gardener (US model#53567) is actually 100mm or nearly 4".

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UnknownVT said:
I like that - less is more......

Almost there - the Bantam is a pretty nice model:
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bantam
size:84 mm | 3 1/4 inch
Large Blade
Combo Tool - Cap Lifter with Can Opener, Screwdriver, Wire Stripper
Key Ring
Toothpick
Tweezers

Pocket sized at 84mm (3 1/4") closed, the additional "Combo" tool doesn't add thickness, since it shares the same backspring as the main blade.
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UnknownVT, thanks for the advice, after two years of consideration I've decided to get a Bantam and an Alox Bantam!!
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Steven Andrews said:
after two years of consideration I've decided to get a Bantam and an Alox Bantam!!
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Hey, thanks for coming back and reviving this thread :)

I see you followed the time-honored traditional BF advice of getting BOTH :D

The Bantam Alox is a great knife with nice anodized aluminum handles - 5 functions but at only 0.2"/5mm thin - one of my favorite minimalist SAKs -
53949_l.jpg


The regular red cellidor/plastic handled Bantam gains the toothpick and tweezers in the handles - being thicker some consider it more comfortable in the hand.

For that thickness - I personally prefer the Waiter -
53891_l.jpg

- adds the corkscrew - which not only makes one a hit at parties - it is actually a very versatile tool - eg: lots of people use it to pick tight knots,
and it also is a place to store the very useful mini-jeweller's screwdriver (can be bought separately).

That is until fairly recently when I read about and acquired (asap) - the 91mm Waiter Plus -
which I called the maximal Minimalist SAK (linked)
WaiterPlus91mm.jpg


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UnknownVT said:
Hey, thanks for coming back and reviving this thread :)

I see you followed the time-honored traditional BF advice of getting BOTH :D
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I also followed the time-honoured BF traditional advice of getting two of each...just in case. :D
 
Steven Andrews said:
I also followed the time-honoured BF traditional advice of getting two of each...just in case. :D
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Nice one :D

It may sound extravagant, but two of each of those knives probably would cost less than $50 delivered in the USA -
they might have cost a bit more over in the Channel Islands, UK - but nevertheless they're not likely to break the bank........


That's the beauty of Minimalist SAKs -

their costs are "minimal" too :)

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My minimalist line up:

Spartan
Compact
Scientist
91mm Waiter Plus
Mini Mechanic (Radio Shack model)
Settler
Soldier

All I need is a Tinker and I'll have my EDC plus one for every day of the week. :D

Paul
 
PWork said:
My minimalist line up:

Spartan
Compact
Scientist
91mm Waiter Plus
Mini Mechanic (Radio Shack model)
Settler
Soldier

All I need is a Tinker and I'll have my EDC plus one for every day of the week. :D

Paul
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Ahh... so this was before your little "problem" with Vic Executive model SAKs began, eh? :D

(Shamelessly seeing any cheap excuse to revive this excellent thread, I decided to pick on you, Paul!)

- Tim
 
I EDC a Spartan, and have yet to be overcome when carrying it. I could probably go less. The reamer is helpful, but I rarely use it, and I don't use the corkscrew. However, I like the small knife blade. It is useful for intricate cutting and carving tasks, and not scaring sheeple.
 
after reading your threat i purchase a compact.a good office knife.
It has almost all the tools i need:

-big knife for breakfast at work and blisterpacks
-toothpick after lunch
-combotool for beer after work
-scissor and nailfile(at the side of the hook) to keep my nails in shape
-pen for quick notes

but after a few days it felt to bulky in my pants.
so i get the waiter:

almost all tools of the compact except of the scissors,pen and toothpick.
it is also a good replacement for a spartan,if you can do without the awl.

but when i saw the bantam alox i had to have it.
it ist only the half of thickness of the waiter,and i dont drink wine normaly middays.

now this ist my new EDC knife,'cos its so comfortable to carry,and has most basic tools i need regulary

in combination with an midnight manager on keyring,a good combination.
i got the toothpick,tweezers and the miniscrewdriver(and other stuff) in an small tinbox in my bag so they are available,if needed

and when there is an BBQ or a picknick my waiter gets back in action

thx much for the great pics vincent
 
simp said:
after reading your threat i purchase a compact.
but after a few days it felt to bulky in my pants.

so i get the waiter:

but when i saw the bantam alox i had to have it.
it ist only the half of thickness of the waiter,

now this ist my new EDC knife,'cos its so comfortable to carry,and has most basic tools i need regulary
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A good gradual reduction to
minimalism ;)


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