Awesome Tools

Be ready for every kind of adventure with this versatile 13-function pocket knife from Victorinox. It’s ideal for hunting expeditions with its locking main blade, gutting tool, wood saw, screwdrivers, can opener, bottle opener, punch/awl, and more. Its two-component scales are durable and offer a reassuring grip.

Stephen’s 8×6 Workshop created this silly low-budget short film about a man who protects a prehistoric creature who also happens to be a tool from his workshop. But when the baby calipersaurus cries out, its parents aren’t too happy with the situation. We love the TARDIS sound effects. (Thanks, Steph!)

This bright gun-style flashlight can crank out 6000 lumens in its max setting, projecting a spotlight beam that’s visible up to 1/2-mile away. In addition, it has a side-mounted floodlight, red and blue warning lights and includes a folding tripod stand. Its 10000 mAh battery can also be used as an emergency charger.

Septem Studio’s keychain-sized titanium gadget combines a flashlight, a refillable lighter, and a pry tool in one. The flashlight has a CREE LED and runs for 1.5 hours on high brightness or 7 hours on low. Its versatile pry tool can open paint cans, cut packing tape, split pills, turn flathead screws, open bottles, and more.

Black Friday and Cyber Monday might be over, but the deals are still going. Our friends at Everyday Carry have an up-to-date list of great bargains on gifts for gear hounds. Whether you’re looking for tools, knives, bags, wallets, watches, flashlights, or bags, they’ve got you covered.

Axis Blades’ tactical knife has a quick-deploying out-the-front design. It’s got a 3.9″ drop point blade with a serrated edge and a glass breaker on the back of its handle for emergencies. Save an additional 20% with code CMSAVE20 through 11.30.21 in The Awesomer Shop. Check your local laws before purchasing.

This unique hand tool has a ratcheting mechanism that provides up to 10x the torque of a regular screwdriver. It’s designed to reduce injuries by improving grip and reducing rotations. The 83-piece kit includes screwdrivers, drill bits, hex drivers, a flexible shaft, and more. A limited time deal from Touch of Modern.

Maker The Metalist took the head from a well-used axe and reworked it into the most heavy metal tool ever. He first built up some extra metal with his MIG and Tig welders, then engraved a badass skull image that wraps around both sides of the blade. We love the iron fist hammer he used to reattach its head.

CRKT’s keychain Knife Maintenance Tool packs in a ceramic honing edge and tungsten carbide sharpener, so you can sharpen your pocket knives on the go. It also packs folding T8 and T6 Torx heads, a flathead screwdriver and a bottle opener.

Whether you’re a DIYer or a construction pro, understanding math and geometry is critical. DEWALT’s reference guide includes 42 pages of useful equations and rules which will help you measure twice and cut once. Made from durable, toolbox-friendly materials with a spiral-bound edge. Also available for plumbing and wiring.

Looking for some new tools to add to your arsenal? Swing by Everyday Carry and check out their extensive series of buying guides. There, you’ll find carefully curated collections of backpacks, belts, wallets, knives, watches, water bottles, pocket tools, flashlights, and more. It’s a great spot to shop for holiday gifts too.

This handmade titanium gadget combines a tool and a plaything in one. Its bomb-shaped main piece functions as a screwdriver, while its base stores hex bits. But when you’re bored, Its rear turns into a spinner, and its retractable front has lots of movement for you to fidget with. (Driver bits not included)

With up to 150 tons of force, a hydraulic press should have no trouble driving a nail into a piece of wood. But what happens when you up the challenge and add dozens of nails beneath its powerful crushing head? Watch and find out just how many nails a single press can drive at the same time. Nailing Level 1000 here.

This sturdy and inexpensive carrying case from Keter is made from weather-resistant polypropylene, and offers plenty of space for organizing small tools inside. It’s got tool holders in its lid, along with adjustable dividers in its main compartment, and a removable bin for small parts. Measures 18.9″L x 14.96″W x 6.89″H.

Design the Everything’s metal tool tray is just the thing for keeping precision screwdrivers, bits, and small parts organized. It’s machined from aluminum with orange Cerakote and is perfect for any screwdriver set that takes 4mm bits, like the Wiha model shown in the photos. Tools not included.

Imalent’s chunky flashlight is just a little smaller than a 12oz. soda can and blasts out a blinding 25,000 lumens in turbo mode. It packs six CREE XHP70 2nd-gen LEDs and runs on three 21700 4000mAh batteries. Its case is made from aluminum alloy with a wear-resistant anodized surface, and it’s IPX-8 waterproof certified.

The Hydraulic Press Channel keeps things simple this time around, with a series of crushes pitting their 150-ton press against various hand and power tools. Even something as innocuous as a tape measure results in a pretty impressive explosion.

This pocket tool is CNC machined and hand-assembled by BoltEDC. It has a sturdy pry tip storage for three 1/8″ screwdriver bits, and a magnetic bit holder. The pocket clip is integrated into the titanium body for durability, and it comes decorated with either brass or copper covers. There’s also a special Mandalorian version.

Hold the door better with CountyComm’s fiberglass and reinforced nylon door wedge. Use it to keep doors open or to keep strangers from entering your hotel room. It’s incredibly durable, and its elevated ridges keep it from slipping around. Add a length of paracord for carrying and quick removal in emergencies.

The accessory design experts at Craighill present their first folding knife. The Rook is a minimal pocket knife made entirely from metal. It has an SV35N steel drop-point blade, a one-handed flipper mechanism, and a frame lock. Available in stainless or tri-color with half-brass/half-stainless handles and a black PVD-coated blade.

Turn your power drill into a powerful and fast cleaning tool with this set of useful accessories. The set includes two each of a 4″ nylon round brush, 3.5″ nylon ball brush, 4″ non-scratch scrubber, and a 4″ non-scratch sponge. Save 37% in The Awesomer Shop. (Drill not included)

This handy pocket tool packs a three useful survival items in a pen-sized package. It’s got a carbide-tipped glass breaker, a safety whistle, and a firestarter and steel wool tinder compartment inside its anodized aluminum shell. Includes a built-in keyring for easy carrying.

When you buy saw blades from the hardware store, you can expect them to be made from steel. But maker Ivan Miranda wanted to see if it would be possible to make his own saw blades from other materials. He tested out a few designs using 3D-printed plastic and laser-cut aluminum with some very mixed results.