The Leatherman Charge Ti (and TTi) remain my favorite medium duty multi-tools (see review www.youtube.com As it arrives from Leatherman, the Charge MT, in all its varieties, is adequately good looking but not special or impressive. Moreover, if a tactical multi-tool with low reflectivity or sheen is needed in your operations (and the black versions don't do it for you) then maybe a DuraCoated Leatherman should be your next project. Here I show and discuss the Leatherman "Charge Ti" that I transformed into a "Tactical Charge," wearing a carefully applied coat of Lauer Weaponry's "Tactical Desert Earth" (an ultra-flat variety) DuraCoat. For such a small MT it is a big project and one that most will not want to tackle; the work required is disproportionate to its size. There are many parts with many surfaces (don't lose them!), each needing preparation for coating (to ensure adherence; I used combination fine steel wool and 400 grit automotive sandpaper). Also takedown and reassembly are not exactly fast and simple. But with patience the end result is impressive and you'll have a one of a kind multi-tool. For me it elevates this MT to the next level of coolness. ////////////////// Nutnfancy Likeability Scale: 10 out of 10 //// Music: "Technot" by Torley Wong
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DuraCoated Leatherman: "Tactical Charge" by Nutnfancy
on Wednesday, February 13, 2013
DuraCoated Leatherman: "Tactical Charge" by Nutnfancy Tube. Duration : 11.67 Mins.
The Leatherman Charge Ti (and TTi) remain my favorite medium duty multi-tools (see review www.youtube.com As it arrives from Leatherman, the Charge MT, in all its varieties, is adequately good looking but not special or impressive. Moreover, if a tactical multi-tool with low reflectivity or sheen is needed in your operations (and the black versions don't do it for you) then maybe a DuraCoated Leatherman should be your next project. Here I show and discuss the Leatherman "Charge Ti" that I transformed into a "Tactical Charge," wearing a carefully applied coat of Lauer Weaponry's "Tactical Desert Earth" (an ultra-flat variety) DuraCoat. For such a small MT it is a big project and one that most will not want to tackle; the work required is disproportionate to its size. There are many parts with many surfaces (don't lose them!), each needing preparation for coating (to ensure adherence; I used combination fine steel wool and 400 grit automotive sandpaper). Also takedown and reassembly are not exactly fast and simple. But with patience the end result is impressive and you'll have a one of a kind multi-tool. For me it elevates this MT to the next level of coolness. ////////////////// Nutnfancy Likeability Scale: 10 out of 10 //// Music: "Technot" by Torley Wong
The Leatherman Charge Ti (and TTi) remain my favorite medium duty multi-tools (see review www.youtube.com As it arrives from Leatherman, the Charge MT, in all its varieties, is adequately good looking but not special or impressive. Moreover, if a tactical multi-tool with low reflectivity or sheen is needed in your operations (and the black versions don't do it for you) then maybe a DuraCoated Leatherman should be your next project. Here I show and discuss the Leatherman "Charge Ti" that I transformed into a "Tactical Charge," wearing a carefully applied coat of Lauer Weaponry's "Tactical Desert Earth" (an ultra-flat variety) DuraCoat. For such a small MT it is a big project and one that most will not want to tackle; the work required is disproportionate to its size. There are many parts with many surfaces (don't lose them!), each needing preparation for coating (to ensure adherence; I used combination fine steel wool and 400 grit automotive sandpaper). Also takedown and reassembly are not exactly fast and simple. But with patience the end result is impressive and you'll have a one of a kind multi-tool. For me it elevates this MT to the next level of coolness. ////////////////// Nutnfancy Likeability Scale: 10 out of 10 //// Music: "Technot" by Torley Wong
Swisstool Spirit multi-tool: "Mid-size Surprise" by Nutnfancy
on Monday, December 31, 2012
Swisstool Spirit multi-tool: "Mid-size Surprise" by Nutnfancy Video Clips. Duration : 24.28 Mins.
Victorinox makes high value multi-tools that last and the Spirit series continue that tradition. This Nutnfancy review concentrates on the regular Spirit model (US model #53800 and Spirit Plus that comes with an accessory tool kit) but references the other models in the lineup: Spirit S (US #53809, has the same tool set but both has the clip and serrated sheepsfoot (butter) blades, no scissors), Spirit X (US #53814, proven Victorinox PE clip blade, scissors, file, rest the same), and the blackened Spirit models. The 7.4 ounce carry weight of the Spirit is decent for the amount tool capability this MDMT provides: sharp nose pliers with hard wire cutters, main blade (either a goofy serrated "butter" blade that can rescue cut or the proven Victorinox clip blade depending on model), wood/metal file (model specific), 2mm, 3mm, and 6mm flat blade drivers, Phillips driver, "strong crate opener" (great feature), can opener (my fav in an MT), cap lifter, woodsaw, multi-purpose hook, chisel/scraper (love) with wire strippers, reamer/awl (love it, drills good), cork screw slot (and lanyard hole), and either nylon or leather carry case. Each tool opens with precision and satisfying snick. The pliers show good precision and cuts small to medium sized nails easily. The ergonomics on the Spirit are a highlight with both the closed and opened positions showing rounded gripping surfaces and with tools easily accessed when the MT is closed. As of 2010, the Spirit Plus models (like this ...
Victorinox makes high value multi-tools that last and the Spirit series continue that tradition. This Nutnfancy review concentrates on the regular Spirit model (US model #53800 and Spirit Plus that comes with an accessory tool kit) but references the other models in the lineup: Spirit S (US #53809, has the same tool set but both has the clip and serrated sheepsfoot (butter) blades, no scissors), Spirit X (US #53814, proven Victorinox PE clip blade, scissors, file, rest the same), and the blackened Spirit models. The 7.4 ounce carry weight of the Spirit is decent for the amount tool capability this MDMT provides: sharp nose pliers with hard wire cutters, main blade (either a goofy serrated "butter" blade that can rescue cut or the proven Victorinox clip blade depending on model), wood/metal file (model specific), 2mm, 3mm, and 6mm flat blade drivers, Phillips driver, "strong crate opener" (great feature), can opener (my fav in an MT), cap lifter, woodsaw, multi-purpose hook, chisel/scraper (love) with wire strippers, reamer/awl (love it, drills good), cork screw slot (and lanyard hole), and either nylon or leather carry case. Each tool opens with precision and satisfying snick. The pliers show good precision and cuts small to medium sized nails easily. The ergonomics on the Spirit are a highlight with both the closed and opened positions showing rounded gripping surfaces and with tools easily accessed when the MT is closed. As of 2010, the Spirit Plus models (like this ...
Gerber Flik: "Not My Pick MT" by Nutnfancy
on Saturday, December 15, 2012
Gerber Flik: "Not My Pick MT" by Nutnfancy Video Clips. Duration : 26.27 Mins.
Pending ////////////////////////////////// Nutnfancy Likeability Scale: 5 of 10/////////////////////// Music: www.partnersinrhyme.com
Pending ////////////////////////////////// Nutnfancy Likeability Scale: 5 of 10/////////////////////// Music: www.partnersinrhyme.com
"The Multi-Tool Continuum" by Nutnfancy
on Sunday, November 25, 2012
"The Multi-Tool Continuum" by Nutnfancy Video Clips. Duration : 40.38 Mins.
MT Continuum: A toolkit in your pocket. That's what the revolutionary original Leatherman Pocket Survival Tool (PST) by Tim Leatherman promised its users. In many ways it delivered just that. It was small, lightweight, and fairly capable. Today's MTs are even better and have improved on the innovative and original Leatherman concept. It is a good feeling being able to save the day with a multi-tool that you've brought along and an MT in your system gives you piece of mind. Cutting, driving, filing, opening, driliing, reaming, prying, grabbing and many other capabilities are yours if you have your MT with you. Current designs, like my reference medium-duty Leatherman Charge series, can replace the EDC blade with their quickly accessed and well-designed blade options as well. And yet, amazingly, few people carry the MT with high percentage. That's a shame because an MT can also offer key capabilities in emergency situations as well. But of course and as discussed here, the multi-tool or MT is still a compromise for the better capabilities of a full sized, purpose-built hand tools. Successive generations in the MT arms race have come closer to approximating the functionalities of these full size tools, all while maintaining the ever-important compact size, elegant design, and light weight that makes the MT useful and portable. Also Style should be a part of the functional design and but never its own pursuit if the MT is to remain true to its mission of functionality ...
MT Continuum: A toolkit in your pocket. That's what the revolutionary original Leatherman Pocket Survival Tool (PST) by Tim Leatherman promised its users. In many ways it delivered just that. It was small, lightweight, and fairly capable. Today's MTs are even better and have improved on the innovative and original Leatherman concept. It is a good feeling being able to save the day with a multi-tool that you've brought along and an MT in your system gives you piece of mind. Cutting, driving, filing, opening, driliing, reaming, prying, grabbing and many other capabilities are yours if you have your MT with you. Current designs, like my reference medium-duty Leatherman Charge series, can replace the EDC blade with their quickly accessed and well-designed blade options as well. And yet, amazingly, few people carry the MT with high percentage. That's a shame because an MT can also offer key capabilities in emergency situations as well. But of course and as discussed here, the multi-tool or MT is still a compromise for the better capabilities of a full sized, purpose-built hand tools. Successive generations in the MT arms race have come closer to approximating the functionalities of these full size tools, all while maintaining the ever-important compact size, elegant design, and light weight that makes the MT useful and portable. Also Style should be a part of the functional design and but never its own pursuit if the MT is to remain true to its mission of functionality ...
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