Awesome Tools

This motorized rotary tool is better than scissors, especially when it comes to cutting materials like plastics, leather, carpeting, cardboard, and vinyl up to 1/4″ thick. It features a self-sharpening blade and ensures a clean, smooth cut in straight lines or curves. Aproca makes a custom-fit carrying case as an accessory.

This collection of modular steel toolboxes from SK Hand Tools lets you outfit your workshop or garage exactly how you want it. They come in a variety of door and drawer configurations that stack and lock securely into place or can be used individually. If you want them to roll on wheels, be sure to grab a Utility Cart or two.

This keychain-friendly knife from Jimmytronics is great for light-duty tasks like opening packages and cutting cords. It uses a standard X-Acto No. 11 craft blade and has a spring-loaded mechanism and lever notch to ensure the blade is locked securely in place. Made from CNC-machined titanium for long life.

Peeling stickers off of surfaces can be a pain. Dreamfarm’s Cleana is a plastic scraping tool that won’t scratch your stuff and gets underneath stubborn stickers without using your fingernails. It has a flat front blade and a flip-out hook scraper for cleaning crevices. A built-in sharpener in the handle refreshes its main blade 1000+ times. Sold in a 2-pack.

This substantial folding utility knife from EDC Monster has a cool cyberpunk look and a roller-bearing mechanism that opens with one hand. Its handle is made from sandblasted grade 5 titanium and accepts standard SK5 utility blades. It’s also TSA-safe if you remove its blade and install one at your destination.

The BEAST (Bigfoot Expedition and Survival Tool) from is a compact multitool you can carry on your belt loop, keychain, or backpack. It packs Phillips and flathead screwdrivers, a 1/4″ hex driver, a rope cutter, a wire stripper, metric wrenches, a box opener, a ruler, a box cutter, and the oh-so-essential Sasquatch identification viewfinder.

You only need to overtighten and break one object in a vise, and you’ll realize there’s value in a vise that can automatically adjust its grip to hold items at a set intensity level. The MakaGiC VS01 motorized vise grips items with the push of a button and holds items up to 125 mm (4.92″) wide. An add-on work light includes a magnifier for working on small parts.

This expansive reference guide from Chronicle Books provides detailed information on hundreds of tools. The 288-page book catalogs their uses and the differences between similar tools, arranged by function: measuring, cutting, fastening, and shaping.

This keychain-friendly magnifying tool from TEC Accessories makes it easy to read the small print on labels and can also help start fires on sunny days. Its crisp glass lens offers 5X magnification and can be easily replaced if damaged. Its body is made from Cerakote-finished aluminum that protects its lens when not in use. It’s also available in titanium.

Get your campfire started quickly and reliably every time with this unique tool from The Atomic Bear. The anodized aluminum wand holds a length of paraffin-infused rope, which stays lighted while you hold it in the fire – and without burning your fingers. Includes three 13″ lengths of wax rope.

This compact screwdriver from Oknife features both front- and side-facing bit holders. The tip-mounted driver works in tight spaces, while the horizontal driver maximizes torque. It includes four double-headed precision bits, which are stored inside its titanium alloy body. Available in natural titanium or anodized blue finishes.

Designed by tool and knife expert Jesper Voxnaes for CRKT, the Pryma combines a pry bar, bottle opener, wrench, glass breaker, and multi-wrench on a single, ultra-compact gadget. It’s made from stainless steel with a black stonewashed finish and has a spring-loaded carabiner clip for carrying.

This handy fishing gadget from Gerber keeps your gear from getting lost in the water. The Defender tether has a 48-inch-long retractable cable made from high-strength Dyneema. It attaches easily to your pack, belt, or a mounting point on deck, and has a locking feature with an override for snagged gear. Comes in compact and large sizes.

This waterproof aluminum flashlight from Coast features independent spot and flood optics. Its fixed-focus flood light outputs up to 380 lumens, while the spot light hits 540 lumens. In turbo mode, it’ll produce 1150 lumens. It includes a removable pocket clip and recharges quickly via USB-C.

Parking your car outside in the wintertime can suck. The Scrape Buddy makes getting ice off your windows easier with its ergonomic design and strong, diamond-polished acrylic edge. Its 5″ wide blade scrapes away ice quickly, and it’s small enough to keep in your glove box. It’s available in clear or blue.

Weighing just 19 ounces, SOG’s FastHawk is a great addition to any camping pack or bugout bag. The 12.5″ long hatchet has a heavy-duty 420 stainless steel blade that chops branches and small pieces of wood with ease. It’s got a spike on its back end, and its side can be used for hammering. Includes a ballistic nylon sheath.

This folding utility knife from Excel Blades is ideal for opening packages, cutting foam boards, and hobby and craft projects. It has a large finger hole at its pivot point that not only improves control but is great for fidgeters. It also has a built-in pocket clip, and its blade is easily replaceable.

If you don’t carry a multitool in your everyday bag, you need to buy one. But how do you pick the right tool for your needs? Check with our pals at Everyday Carry, where you can find a list of 19 of the best multitools for every purpose and budget. We’re particular to the Leatherman Signal with its survival tools and available Cerakote handles.

Sun Company’s stainless steel luggage tag not only labels your bag, but packs a bunch of handy functions for everyday tasks. It comes with a leather strap and includes Phillips and flathead screwdrivers, nine sizes of hex wrenches, a spoke wrench, an inch ruler, a pry tool, and a bottle opener.

This tiny and minimal keychain tool is more versatile than it looks. The 3″ long Rhino Bar is machined from a solid stainless steel bar, has grip indentations, and won’t bend or break under pressure. Use it to pry apart things, remove staples, open packages, and scrape paint or glue. It can also turn flat-blade screws.

Gutting a freshly-caught fish isn’t the most pleasant of tasks, but if you have to do it, you want the right tool for the job. The Gutsy incorporates a serrated scaler, a gutting hook, a scoop hook for clearing out veins, plus a bottle opener for celebrating a job well done with the day’s catch.

This palm-size screwdriver has a stubby handle, but its adjustable-length bits can be extended to provide reach into tight spaces. Its ratcheting mechanism helps turn screws faster, and its ergonomic handle provides excellent grip. The kit includes six double-ended magnetic bits for turning a variety of screw types.