"I've spent a lot of money on multitools over the years. That's because I like the idea of a single tool that serves many functions, and partly because no single tool is ideal. Furthermore, there's a small bit of me that just loves new, shiny things. But ultimately, multitools all fall short in one way or another. Also: This $7 cable is secretly the most useful thing in my tech bag Too bulky."
"The answer: A decent pair of pliers that grip really well and can clamp down with a strong force. Everything else -- screwdrivers, tin openers, knife, awl, thing for getting stones out of horse's hooves -- I either have as part of my EDC (everyday carry), or I don't really need. I want a pair of pliers that are compact enough to unobtrusively fit into a pocket, yet strong enough to, well, do what I expect pliers to do. And I've found what I need."
"First, these are tiny. Measuring 4.02 x 1.18 x 0.39 inches (10.21 x 2.99 x 0.99 cm), and weighing on at 2.19 oz (62 g), they can slip into a pocket or bag totally unobtrusively. But don't let their small size fool you. These have 11 adjustment positions and can open enough to grip a 1-inch (24 mm) fastener. I've used these to do simple plumbing, change a car battery, and even change an alternator."
Many multitools are too bulky, uncomfortable, or include an unnecessary locking blade that creates legal and travel problems. A compact, high-quality pair of pliers that grip strongly provides the core function needed while avoiding excess tools. The described pliers measure 4.02 x 1.18 x 0.39 inches and weigh 2.19 oz, slipping unobtrusively into a pocket or bag. They offer 11 adjustment positions, open to grip a 1-inch (24 mm) fastener, and have precision-machined teeth that bite in. They have been used for simple plumbing, changing a car battery, replacing an alternator, and disconnecting large cable connectors.
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