After almost three years of carrying the SOG PowerPint as my everyday carry, I finally made the switch — and the reason comes down to a single number: 38.4 grams. That might sound trivial, but when you’re hauling a multi-tool through long hours, days, weeks, and months, every gram adds up. The NexTool Mini Flagship F12 caught my attention because it packs all the tools I actually use into a noticeably lighter and more compact package. It’s a keychain multitool but it punches way above its class. So let’s break down how these two stack up head to head, tool by tool.
Read MoreLearn how to easily open a metal can using the can opener found on your multi-tools! In this video we compare the two most common styles of multi-tool can openers: the popular Leatherman style and the Victorinox style. Find out how to use both correctly and which one is best for you!
In this video, we’ll go through the process of installing a door knob. Whether you’re dealing with a broken door knob or just want to refresh your door knob, this step-by-step tutorial will get your door opening and closing easily again.
Leatherman is the undisputed king of multi-tools, and they were able to leverage that position to promote proprietary flat bits for their tools. Designed to maximize space, these have been the only choice for Leatherman users for years. But being a bit expensive and sometimes even hard to find, users have been yearning for alternatives. Enter Nextool, who, a couple of years ago, introduced their own tools that use the flat bit. Their AS2 Flat Extension Bit Kit, is a compelling option for owners of these tools and, of course, Leatherman tool owners.
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