- Spyderco Progrip - this is my oldest knife, I don't remember when it was handed down to me, but I remember putting it in my very old toolbox for my then hobby Tamiya Mini 4WD back in the early 2000s. It stayed inside toolboxes of about 3 different cars and about 2 years ago when I started carrying it in my bag. I may carry it but perhaps on a few selected occasions when I know the possibility of it getting lost is very small.
- Kershaw Shuffle 2 - this is my newest knife. I bought this during the ECQ to match my blue NiteIze pocket flashlight. And since I have started carrying a knife in my pocket every day, I decided to get a budget knife instead of the Spyderco so it wouldn't hurt as much if ever I lose it. This is a nice knife with a bottle opener and a screw head that are practical tools to have aside from the knife. This will be in the pocket every day.
- Leatherman Wingman - this has everything that I should need in situations that require quick fixes. The scissors and the knife gets the most use. This is a bit heavy to carry daily so I bring it on days where I know there's a higher chance of it being used. As I bring it, I make myself extra aware that it is still in my pocket. I am so scared of losing it that it becomes one of the reasons that I don't carry it as much.
- Swiss Army Knife - I have 3 of these, 1 stays in my office drawer, 1 stays in the car and the other one in my pocket organizer. I bring it when I have to do quick trips out of the office along with a power bank, a USB-C cable, business cards and of course, a flashlight. I don't bring a folder as even with the pocket clip, I don't want to have any problems with authorities in my destination.
- Swiss Techs - These just stay in my motorcycle EDC as I don't usually bring a knife when I ride. Again, I don't want to have any problems should I run into anything while on the road. Carrying a bladed weapon is still against the law.
- CRKT Folts Minimalist Bowie - I used to carry this as a neck knife when I bought it in December, 2019. I love it but hanging them on my neck in my office seems to be a bit too flagrant even if it's hidden. I pocketed them but the folders with their pocket clips make them more practical than this. I gave this to the wife for her to carry in her bag for "just in case" use. I found her using it frequently for quick food preparation in the house. She now knows why I always carry one in my pocket.
As you can see, this is not a review, as I am not that critical of these tools. I simply like having them on me "just in case" and I don't push these too hard as I understand that there are the right tools for the right job. Also, I work in corporate, there are very few instances where I can push these to their limits.
So when you see me, don't hesitate to ask for help from me to do some cutting or screwing, I will be more than happy to help! Cheers! :)
These stay with me, always! :) |