Awesome Tools

The Gerber Mullet is a tiny multitool that’s meant to be carried on a belt loop or clipped to a keychain. It functions as a wire stripper, a scraper, a nail puller, a pry bar, a small and a large flathead driver, a cross driver, a 1/4″ hex driver and the ubiquitous bottle opener.

The Altair FX is a lightweight knife with a 3.4″ fixed blade comprised of high-carbon steel, chromium, and molybdenum. This combo results in excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance. It has a fastener-free, removable GRN handle and comes with a SOG Universal Mounting System compatible sheath.

This all-in-one multitool combines a variety of everyday and emergency functions in a hefty aluminum and titanium package. It has a laser measure, wrenches, a box cutter, a rope cutter, a bottle opener, a firestarter, a screwdriver, a seat belt cutter, a compass, an emergency alarm, a flashlight, and more.

Cleaver-shaped pocket knives are ideal for food preparation like chopping and also whittling wood. Everyday Carry picked out a dozen of these snub-nosed knives from brands like CRKT, Kershaw, Off-Grid, and Kizer. And the award for the tiniest cleaver knife you can buy goes to the unique Spyderco Squarehead.

Chiseled Design created what they call “The king of all screwdrivers.” This 18K gold-plated multitool packs 40 functions in one. Its magnetic body holds 27 different 1/4″ driver bits, a 9-in-1 spoke wrench, a file, inch and metric rulers, a bubble level, and more. It also can open packages with ease.

This palm-sized ratcheting socket wrench helps you turn bolts in tight spaces. Its center has a gimbal design which allows it to pivot on two axes, so you can squeeze into traditionally tricky locations and still turn it. Available in a 1/4″ or 3/8″ drive to fit a variety of standard sockets.

Handmade in Japan’s Nagao Kanekoma factory, these pocket folders have a Wharncliffe blade made from Warikomi steel, wrapped in a satin brass handle, and comes in three sizes. The simple design and antique style have been passed down through five generations over 125 years. It also comes in satin black.

This pocket-sized tool helps keep your knives sharpened wherever you go. It has a 320-grit diamond plate sharpener and a fine ceramic rod for honing. Built-in angle guides make it easy to give blades a perfectly-refined edge every time.

This compact flashlight from NEBO attaches to the brim of a baseball cap or your backpack strap. Its 50-lumen LED light source is bright enough for tasks like finding your keys or walking the dog at night. It has an adjustable angle clip, is water resistant, and can be activated with the wave of your hand.

A while back, the guys from How Ridiculous built a stupidly large hammer for smashing stuff. To kick off their latest round of hammer-induced carnage, they used it to drive a giant nail into the ground. Then they used it to screenprint a bunch of t-shirts, launch some baseballs, play a piano, and crack open an ATM.

Metalsmith Hassan Abu-Izmero came up with the idea to build a modular outdoor tool that works as a pickaxe, a saw, and a shovel in one. While there are off-the-shelf tools with similar versatility, we appreciate the work that went into Hassan’s custom-built multitool.

Digital security systems are decreasing the need for physical keys, but most of us still carry some keys. That makes keychains a great place to carry compact tools. Everyday Carry shares their top picks for keychain flashlights, some of which can crank out impressive brightness thanks to modern battery and LED tech.

Milwaukee’s compact and portable work light produces a smooth, wide-angle beam of neutral white light at up to 1000 lumens. It runs on an M12 REDLITHIUM battery pack and has multiple mounting options, including hanging, clamping, and powerful magnets. It’s also impact-, water-, and dust-resistant.

Gerber’s versatile outdoor cutting tool folds up to less than half its size for easy carrying. It can cut, chop, and split wood and has a quad locking system to ensure that its blade is firmly in place. It comes in green/stainless, black/stainless, or black/black. Measures 6.75″ closed, 15.1″ open.

Ant Design’s latest pocket tool puts an adjustable utility knife, pry bar, nail puller, screwdriver, ruler, file, and bottle opener on your keychain. Its clever bit driver arrangement lets you use bits straight-on or at a 90º angle and has 1/4″ and 1/6″ bit openings. Available in brass or titanium, both with glow markings.

This high-quality Demko folding knife has a 3″ long AUS-10A stainless steel blade with a black DLC finish. Its unique Shark Lock mechanism holds the blade securely in position and can be easily opened with the flick of a finger. This BladeHQ exclusive model has Jade Grivory handle scales and comes with a clip point or shark foot blade.

Wilson and Ben from Rebel Garden Tools create “bad-ass tools for farmers, foragers, and landscapers.” The Woodsman combines a fire rake, a heavy-duty rake, a wide hoe, and a narrow hoe. It can clear vines, bushes, and invasive plants and can also help fight wildfires. It has an AR-400 steel head and a handmade wood handle.

After six years off the market, Vital Carry’s teensy keychain bit driver is back for a limited pre-order. The capsule-shaped tool hides a #2 Phillips screwdriver bit inside. Neodymium magnets hold the bit in place, and it can accept most 1/4″ x 1″ or shorter hex bits. Available in aluminum, brass, copper, or titanium.

The one tool we use almost every day is a utility knife. Their razor-sharp blades are ideal for opening boxes, cutting paper, and modelmaking. Depending on your needs, you can go with a fat blade or a skinny blade, a replaceable blade, or a snap-off one. Everyday Carry shares 17 of their faves to suit a variety of tasks and styles.

This insanely bright flashlight can output up to 50,000 lumens. It’s also got a unique LED arrangement that can switch between spotlight and floodlight. It can project a beam that’s visible from up to 1 mile away. It features an aerospace-grade aluminum body and a tough mineral glass lens with an anti-reflective coating.

This everyday version of the Leatherman Raptor emergency response shears has slimmer and more comfortable handles. They fold up to protect other items from their stainless steel blades and incorporate a ring cutter, a ruler, and an oxygen tank wrench. Available with grey, crimson, or navy handles.

CRKT’s Squid II folding knife has a look of substance. Its 2.68″ blade is made from Böhler M390 steel with a stonewashed finish and attached to a smooth ball bearing pivot point. Its olive drab Micarta handles scales will last a lifetime and provide a grippy texture. It drops 8.24.2022, and just 500 will be produced.

This set of drawing tools makes it easy to create precise shapes. By combining its parts, you can draw circles, hexagons, triangles, squares, and more. Use it to measure angles with its protractor or long lines with its rolling ruler. Its extendable ruler can be used to draw objects from 0.4″ (10mm) to 18.7″ (475mm) in diameter.