The Griffin Pocket Tool (GPT) is one of the most recognizable brands of pry bar based EDC pocket tools. Now they are introducing a new tool that departs from the GPT form factor in a subtle but meaningful way. The new Griffin Adventure Tool (GAT) takes the popular GPT form and integrates a low-profile carabiner-style gate.
The carabiner gate adds a lot of flexibility in how the GAT may be carried. It will still work as a pocket tool but now it can also be clipped to your pack or key ring. It also retains many of the features that makes the original GPT so handy like a ruler, bit driver, pry tool, #2 Phillips driver, and 8-10mm hex wrenches. It is available in stainless or titanium.
The GAT was recently launched on Kickstarter and was fully funded within 30 minutes. It reached more than 3.5 times its goal in 24 hours. As of the time of this writing, the campaign has 28 days remaining and the funding goal has been quadrupled.
PocketUp’s new Mini Sort Pocket is now available. This clamshell opening pocket is designed to organize small EDC items like cables, knives, lights, lighters, tools, and more.
The Mini Sort Pocket is constructed from double layer 400D nylon fabric with taped seams throughout, YKK zippers, and other mil-spec materials. It features a row of 2″ elastic loops of varying size, a zippered mesh pocket, and 2 slip pockets.
If you follow our EDC Tool Roll series, this could be a great option for a USA-made tool roll solution.
Fix It Sticks has released their new Ratcheting T-Wy Wrench for pre-orders. The Ratcheting T-Way draws obvious inspiration from their previous tools but adds a reversible ratcheting mechanism. It has magnetic bit holders at all 3 ends and a finger disk for starting fasteners in tight spots.
The Ratcheting T-Way is on special during its pre-order phase. Check it out at FixItSticks.com.
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.
The way I see it, if you are going to carry something like a compact ratchet set or the incredible Knipex Pliers Wrench in your EDC Tool Roll, you also need to carry something like an adjustable wrench. You can use a set of pliers to hold a bolt in place while you tighten a nut but good hardened pliers will make a mess of the bolt with their sharp jaws. This is why my version of The EDC Tool Roll almost always includes a small adjustable wrench.
The Crescent AT24VS might be the best deal going in compact adjustable wrenches. Mine was sent to me by a friend, Dann S. in Ohio, who finds them regularly for $4-5 at local farm stores. They are often located in a bin near the registers like all good impulse buys should be. These wrenches cost more online.
The AT24VS is a drop forged wrench with machined flats. It has a smoothly turning knurl that makes adjusting the wrench easy, even with gloves. There is a laser etched scale on one side of the jaws but it is difficult to read in some light conditions. The black oxide finish on mine has held up well though, like most tools that aren’t chromed, I do put a bit of oil on it when I clean it up.
The combination of relatively comfortable handle, compact size, and easy adjustment have me reaching for this wrench fairly frequently. It might be the best bargain of the wrenches we have covered so far if you can find it the cheap farm store price.
Where to Buy:
Your best bet is to try to find this locally. Crescent brand wrenches are not hard to find and if you can find it at $4-5, it is a no-brainer. Online prices aren’t nearly as attractive but it is available on Amazon: Crescent AT24VS on Amazon
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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.
If you are going to eschew multi-tools in favor of real tools, a well organized way of carrying your tools is going to make your life a lot easier. The Bond Travel Gear Tool Roll may be designed with items like cables, EDC gear, and travel items in mind but I am happy to report that it works very well with actual tools.
The Bond Travel Gear Tool Roll is a little bit large for pocket carry but it is doable in large pockets. I have been using it for a couple of months and found that taking some care with how to pack the tools makes a big difference. If you just stack the tools inside so that they butt up against each other when rolled, you won’t be able to roll it as tight. However, if you stagger them a bit, you can achieve a tighter roll, making the whole kit more compact.
The loops are excellent. There are 9 of them in various sizes so there should be one that works for just about any tool. They are made from heavy duty elastic that has held up well to my use. The loops are also coated with a grippy silicone strip on the inside that really grips the tools.
There are 3 wide slip pockets behind the loops. These are perfect for wider items than the loops will accept. I tuck my Chapman MFG Midget kit into one of them.
This tool roll has flaps at the top and bottom that keeps the tools from falling out when rolled. The flap does a great job of protecting other items in your pocket or bag from the hard or sharp edges found on many tools.
The Bond Travel Gear Tool Roll also has a zippered pocket which is absolutely clutch. It is a great place to store driver bits or other small items that would be difficult to retain with the loops.
The closure system consists of a hook on a strap. This is simple, robust, and very adjustable. It is perfect for this application.
I have come to really like this tool roll and not just for tools. It’s great for EDC gear too. If there was a smaller version available, I would probably call it perfect.
Where to Buy:
I have never seen Bond Travel Gear in a brick and mortar store. They were recommended to me by a friend who found them on Amazon so that is where I purchased mine: Bond Travel Gear Tool Roll on Amazon
