Essential Compact Gear to Keep Close

The Latest Compact Tools For Those On The Go

Keeping compact tools in your pocket can be useful for countless situations, whether you’re on the trail, on the job or unwinding by the campfire. We’ve gathered a selection of the latest pocket-sized gear that can assist you with whatever tasks that may come your way.

o1. SOG / Ultra XR

Overall Length: 6.4 in.
Closed Length: 3.6 in.
Blade Length: 2.8 in.
Blade Material: CRYO S35VN
Handle Material: Carbon Fiber
Weight: 1.2 oz.

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MSRP: $130

sogknives.com


o2. 5.11 / Outpost Chrono Watch

Diameter: 44mm stainless steel case with IP finish
Water Resistance: 100m / 330ft. / 10ATM
Band: 22mm webbing

MSRP: $120

511tactical.com


o3. 5.11 / Rapid PL 1AA

Max Lumens: 190 (AA batt.) / 330 (14500 batt.)
Modes: High / Low / Strobe
Battery Type: AA (1, included) or 14500 (not included)
Weight: 2.53 oz.

MSRP: $35

511tactical.com


o4. SureFire / Stiletto Pro

Max Lumens: 1,000
Modes: High / Medium / Low / Strobe
Battery Type: Lithium polymer rechargeable (integrated)
Weight: 4 oz.

MSRP: $229

surefire.com


o5. Petzl / e+LITE Emergency Headlamp

Max Lumens: 40
Beam Pattern: Flood
Battery Type: 2 lithium CR2032 batteries (included)
Weight: 0.9 oz.

MSRP: $30

petzl.com


o6. CRKT / Facet

Overall Length: 7.69 in.
Closed Length: 4.32 in.
Blade Length: 3.37 in.
Blade Material: D2
Handle Material: Stainless Steel
Weight: 3.9 oz.

MSRP: $60

crkt.com


 

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