Up next Tread Lightly! 2022 Accomplishments Published on December 06, 2022 Author Jerry Tsai Tags Blackfire Fixed Blade Knife with Holster, Blackfire Rechargeable Weatherproof 2-Color 1000 Lumen Flashlight, CleanKey, Compact Tools, Emergency Alert Radio, Filson Knife, Jerry Tsai, KeySmart, Midland, Midland/ER10VP Emergency Alert Radio, Titanium Frame-Lock Knife, Share article Facebook 0 Twitter 0 Mail 0 POCKET GEAR: Compact Tools The Latest Compact Tools For Those On The Go Whether you’re on the trail, at work or relaxing by the campfire, handy pocket-sized compact tools can be useful in any situation you find yourself. Join us as we check out a selection of the latest pocket-worthy implements that can help you get the job done. . Blackfire Rechargeable Weatherproof 2-Color 1000 Lumen Flashlight Subscribe to our weekly newsletter Max Lumens: 1000 Modes: White Spotlight / Floodlight / Red LED Features: Magnetic End Cap, Batter Life Indicator, Easy Carry Holder Battery Type: Rechargeable MSRP: $54.99 blackfire.com Filson/Titanium Frame-Lock Knife Overall Length: 6.5 in. Closed Length: 3.75 in. Blade Length: 2.75 in. Blade Material: S35VN Stainless Steel Handle Material: Titanium MSRP: $195 filson.com Midland/ER10VP Emergency Alert Radio Radio: AM and FM stations, plus NOAA weather alerts Flashlight: Selectable High/Low setting to conserve battery life, SOS strobe Battery Type: AA (3, included) MSRP: $25 midlandusa.com KeySmart/CleanKey Features: Avoid direct contact to high-touch surfaces. Brass construction allows the CleanKey to work on touchscreens. Length: 3.6 in. Weight: 2.3 oz. MSRP: $25 getkeysmart.com Blackfire Fixed Blade Knife with Holster Features: Spearpoint Tip, Puncture-resistant sheath carries knife and firestarter tools, Cushion grip handle, Included fire starting tool + tinder scraper Blade Length: 5.5″ Weight: 8.5 oz MSRP: $17.99 blackfire.com CRKT/Shenanigan Black With VEFF Serrations Overall Length: 8.19 in. Blade Length: 3.35 in. Blade Material: 1.4116 Handle Material: Glass Reinforced Nylon Weight: 3.6 oz. MSRP: $80 crkt.com Editor’s Note: A version of this story previously appeared in YOTA Winter 2022.
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