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The EDC Tool Roll: Channellock 804 4.5″ Adjustable Wrench
The EDC Tool Roll is a feature on Jerking the Trigger in which we profile various every day carry worthy tools. The tools shown aren’t multi-tools but rather real tools, that by virtue of their compact size, light weight, usefulness, or unique functionality, can find a place in any range kit, emergency kit, or every day carry bag.
Feel free to comment on the tools that you carry so we can all learn! The discussion on these posts has been very valuable so far.
Channellock’s 804 4.5″ Adjustable Wrench is probably the easiest to carry adjustable wrench I own. It is only 4.5″ long but is also very slim overall making it easy to drop in your pocket. It only ways about 2 ounces so it is an easy addition to any compact tool roll.
The 804 can be opened wide enough to handle the 9/16″ diameter found on common 3/8″ nuts and bolts. If you are metrically inclined, it can handle a 15mm nut/bolt. It may be small but it will take care of a lot common fasteners.
The quality is excellent. It is drop forged with machined flats. The laser markings seem resilient and they are easy to read. The i-beam style handle makes it small, tough, and comfortable to hold.
This wrench will inevitiably be compared to the two previous adjustable wrenches features on The EDC Tool Roll – the Lobster UM24 and the Knipex Pliers Wrench. I’ll post a comparison of the three soon. The Lobster and Knipex both open wider but they are also more expensive, heavier, and larger. So, the 804 may not be as versatile as the others but it earns a place in my EDC Tool Roll for its compact size and lightweight.
Where to buy: I have only been able to find the larger Channellock Adjustable Wrenches locally. I purchased my Channellock 804 on Amazon. They even have a “tactical” black oxide finish version in the Channellock 804N.
Alternatives:
- Knipex Pliers Wrench
- Lobster UM24
- Any other 4-4.5 adjustable wrench you prefer
Do you have a compact adjustable wrench that you prefer? Tell us about it below.
Minuteman Watch Co. and Southern Grind Collaboration Knife
Minuteman Watch Co. and Zac Brown’s Southern Grind are working in collaboration to support two great charities.
Chenoa IL, December 8th 2017 – The American brand Minuteman Watch Co. has just announced that they have joined forces with Zac Brown’s Southern Grind to offer a special version of the Southern Grind Spider Monkey. Minuteman has started to except pre-orders on these special American made knives. Minuteman will only be making one batch of these special knives. The company is accepting orders now thru May 31st.
This special knife will carry both the Southern Grind name and logo and the Minuteman brand logo. Each knife features tan G10 handle scales, military style nylon fob, and a black PVD coated blade made out of premium S35VN blade steel.
The idea behind this special edition Minuteman / Southern Grind Spider Monkey is to offer a high quality American made knife, and to raise funds for the Red Circle Foundation charity. Minuteman will donate a portion of the profit from each knife sold to the charity. For details about that the company urges you to visit their site here.
In addition, a portion of the sales of Zac Brown’s Southern Grind knives go to benefit Camp Southern Ground, the non-profit passion project of three-time GRAMMY award-winning artist Zac Brown. To learn more about Camp Southern Ground please visit CampSouthernGround.org.
Here are the specifications:
- Handle: Tan G10
Lock & Liner: 6AL4V Titanium Grind: Conventional Flat Grind Blade Steel: S35VN Hardness: RC 58-59 Blade Length: 3.25 inches Blade Finish: Black PVD Weight: 3.2 oz Overall Length: 7.4375 inches Handle Length: 4.1875 inches Blade Thickness: .130 inchesTo find additional info and photo’s for this special knife be sure to check out the Minuteman Watch Co brand web site here.
About Minuteman Watch Co.
Minuteman Watches was brought to life in 2013, for 3 reasons.:
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To raise funds for charities that assist Veterans and their families. 25% of the profit from our net annual sales of Minuteman products goes to charities assisting veterans & their Families.
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To provide work for Americans whenever we can.
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To provide a quality product that will stand the test of time.
The EDC Tool Roll: Triple Seven Gear Micro Kit
The EDC Tool Roll is a feature on Jerking the Trigger in which we profile various every day carry worthy tools. The tools shown aren’t multi-tools but rather real tools, that by virtue of their compact size, light weight, usefulness, or unique functionality, can find a place in any range kit, emergency kit, or every day carry bag.
Feel free to comment on the tools that you carry so we can all learn! The discussion on these posts has been very valuable so far.
We’ve spent time talking about some tools. It’s about time we started talking about the tool roll.
I use a Micro Kit from Triple Seven Gear as my EDC Tool Roll. I’ve used Triple Seven Gear products going all the way back to their original Mini Kit Mk-7 and own at least one of everything they make (and several of a few products).
The Micro Kit is ideal for me because the size is just right – small enough to carry but big enough to fit what I need. It is compact enough to fit in a coat pocket, back pocket of jeans, or even some front pockets. It does not require a large cargo pocket to be carried. In spite of that compact size, the Micro Kit can pack and organize a lot of tools.
It folds to about 4″ x 6″ when closed and can be secured with a simple elastic loop. I like that there are no zippers or hook and loop to limit how I stuff the pouch. When open, it lays completely flat and gives good visibility to the tools contained inside. I can even turn it “inside-out” so that it fits in my pocket but still offers access to the tools.
The elastic loops can fit a variety of tools and anything that does fit well in the loops can be stashed in one of the pockets. The clear vinyl window is particularly useful for stashing small items that you want to be able to see.
You can check out the Micro Kit (or Mini Kit Mk-7 if you need a larger version) at Triple Seven Gear.
Do you have an EDC-capable tool organizer that you prefer or have you made your own? Tell us about it below.
Contents in the image above:
- Knipex Cobra Pliers
- Knipex Pliers Wrench
- Fix It Sticks
- Mini Bic Lighter
- Screwpop Utility Knife
ULTRAcomp Pocket Holster – Now Shipping
Blue Force Gear’s ultra-slick ULTRAcomp Pocket Holster is now shipping. If you pre-ordered, you may already have it in your pocket. If you order now, it will ship ASAP.