Pencil Issues...

Try Victorinox alox series (bantam or solo) one layer should be slim enough to fit in your book wallet. Blades are 56RC, should be great for pencil sharpening. I use my Spartan Lite for the task, with original factory edge it worked great, but even better after thinning it more (making the edge angle smaller).

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You can get at good price and donating to good cause through Tim (Felinevet) at http://felinevet.sosakonline.com.
 
SAK makes a small pen knife with a clip that is dead thin, about 3/16" without the clip. It's got a blade, file and scissors, and the clip will help keep it in your wallet. I've used it as an unobtrusive money clip as well. I wonder if the file would fine tune your pencil points?
 

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Joe Dirt said:
Queen Peanut in D2 steel.

It's about the same thickness as a pencil.
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I agree, this is the way to go. You have a nice selection of handle materials, a nice selection of slipjoints, and D2 steel! People whittle with knives like this, why not use one to sharpen your pencil? You could even get a Queen whittler with D2.

knifecenter.com has a pretty good selection.
 
I've been using my spyderco dragonfly without too many strange looks. The stainless steel one with the clip removed (or not) would be a fair option. What's nice about the dragonfly is that the integrated finger choil gives you a full sized grip on the knife. It doesn't feel like a mini knife.
 
I'll third the suggestion for a Queen Peanut. A Case Yellow Handle Pen in Chrome Vanadium (32087 CV), or a USA-made Schrade 104OT Minuteman would also be a good choice. These are pen knives, slim and well-suited to the task.
 
Oh, look at that sweet handle conform to your hand

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I really like the Wenger Patriot to sharpen pencils, lovely little penknife.
The Victorinox alox Bantam II might be a good choice as well.
 
ItchyTasty said:
+1 on th A.G Russell ultimate pen knife. It's super small and super thin, not to mention the VG-10 will keep up a good edge profile. The only thing is the matter of control--you'll only be able to use 2-3 fingers the handle's so small, but it should get the job done.
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I have one with me and just sharpened a pencil with it. After I wrote it at first I almost thought it would be too small. Its good though.

AG has also posted on the boards that they are working on a slightly larger lockback version...

If your looking for something to put in one of those little wallet/notepads though, I think this is the ticket. Titanium handle and VG-10 for $20? How much more could you ask for.
 
Spyderco Ladybug that fits on key chain/ring. It even comes with a little light so you can sharpen in the dark!!!

http://spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=69

For $.25 at any bookstore you can find this little plastic thing shaped like a cube that has a hole in one end. You jam your pencil in, give it some twirls, some wood shavings come flying out, and voila! you have a sharpened pencil.
 
I think the A G Russell Ultimate Penknife is coming out as the front runner here - VG10 and ti handles for twenty bucks... that's absurdly good value. I love the look of the Benchmite too, but until I write that bestseller, the inexpensive option takes it every time. It looks like it'll fit nicely in the notebook wallet as well.

Wish I got this much help on every purchase I made - thanks very much, everyone, for your input.

JS
 
DGG said:
For $.25 at any bookstore you can find this little plastic thing shaped like a cube that has a whole in one end. You jam your pencil in, give it some twirls, some wood shavings come flying out, and voila! you have a sharpened knife.
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Are there any plans to release this with an axis lock? :D
 
The AG Russell UPK is indeed a great value. Be warned though, it is smaller than you probably expect.
 
JohnnySharp said:
Are there any plans to release this with an axis lock? :D
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Then the price would be $.50 instead of $.25 (royalty fees you know). If it had a battery it could be a "button lock".
 
Esav Benyamin said:
Foilist, I carry the 4x6 but you can also get a 3x5. They are practically indestructible. Pockets for pens outside and pockets inside for a notepad and papers (schedules, coupons, business cards).

Black, Olive, or Camo. First thing I did was remove the velcro tab. :)

NOTESAF™ 4X6 TACTICAL TABLET HOLDER WITH PAPER TABLET
Originally developed to fill an Army requirement calling for a convenient tablet holder that could hold accessories and fit in a BDU cargo pocket. Soldiers use these by the thousands. Fits in hip or cargo pockets and holds a variety of tools - pens, pencils, mini-calculator, cards, etc. Hook and loop closure keeps notes and contents secure. Washable nylon packcloth construction. Ruled paper tablet included.

NOTESAF™ 3X5 TACTICAL TABLET HOLDER WITH PAPER TABLET
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Thanks for the tip. Sorry for the hijack.
 
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