Multitool Design Theory, "The Four Slots Problem"
Published: 9 years ago
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A typical multitool has four slots reserved for the longer tools, but there are five long tools that people often want on their multitool; primary blade, serrated blade, wood saw, metal file, and scissors. Much of the major differences we see between multitools on the market today boil down to how each manufacturer resolves the Four Slots Problems. In this video, I look at some of the most common ways manufacturers resolve the issue.
Solution 1: Combine two tools into one, such as a combo-edge blade.
Drawback: Worst of both worlds.
Solution 2: Leave off the least-used or most costly of the five tools.
Drawback: “Pocket Tool Chest” no longer complete.
Solution 3: Shrink one of the long tools to fit in a short slot.
Drawback: Smaller tool has reduced size, strength, and reach.
Solution 4: Use a tool exchanger to switch two tools in and out.
Drawback: Less convenient to carry an extra piece and take time to switch it.
Solution 5: Add two more long slots.
Drawback: Tools becomes thicker, won't work with some locks.
More Videos To Enjoy:
Leatherman SuperTool 300 Review: https://youtu.be/sdvF61OIFy4
Leatherman Sidekick Review: https://youtu.be/p0Xf0ADt2zU
Leatherman S2 Juice vs. Deluxe Tinker: https://youtu.be/xCnOW1OIkBo
Multitool and Swiss Army Knife Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYRgjW5aW1hBmbVpKAl_J35X-4O0zkmAt
SOG Powerlock, Satin: http://goo.gl/HkvIm3
SOG Powerlock, Black Oxide: http://goo.gl/1eNWsC
SOG Bit Driver Set for Powerlock: http://goo.gl/T8nVrx
Gorilla Grip Torx Driver Tool: http://goo.gl/G4HeSS
Gerber Dime: http://goo.gl/oyK6hi
Gerber Diesel: http://goo.gl/RSaAnO
Coast C5799B Multitool: http://goo.gl/Y3Mn2V
Leatherman Micra: http://goo.gl/qBFRVp
Leatherman Style PS: http://goo.gl/gj0jAo
Leatherman Squirt: http://goo.gl/GslmR9
Leatherman Juice S2: http://goo.gl/5OLC5G
Leatherman Juice CS4: http://goo.gl/vOjdas
Leatherman Juice 6XE: http://goo.gl/YJT6Y0
Leatherman Wingman: http://goo.gl/jSCVX6
Leatherman Sidekick: http://goo.gl/QAqr5W
Leatherman Rebar: http://goo.gl/rKhAjG
Leatherman Wave: http://goo.gl/j13W7y
Leatherman Charge: http://goo.gl/c3qdR0
Leatherman Supertool 300: http://goo.gl/qke1zp
Leatherman Surge: http://goo.gl/DktS1N
Leatherman Signal: http://goo.gl/8YJUC0
Victorinox Spirit: http://goo.gl/tGQKuc
Victorinox Spirit X: http://goo.gl/Kay4QA
Victorinox SwissTool: http://goo.gl/VRM261
Victorinox SwissTool X: http://goo.gl/KDnvcO
Victorinox SwissTool RS: http://goo.gl/SnaqyJ
Sheffield 18-In1 Multitool: http://goo.gl/G2gjaV
A typical multitool has four slots reserved for the longer tools, but there are five long tools that people often want on their multitool; primary blade, serrated blade, wood saw, metal file, and scissors. Much of the major differences we see between multitools on the market today boil down to how each manufacturer resolves the Four Slots Problems. In this video, I look at some of the most common ways manufacturers resolve the issue.
Solution 1: Combine two tools into one, such as a combo-edge blade.
Drawback: Worst of both worlds.
Solution 2: Leave off the least-used or most costly of the five tools.
Drawback: “Pocket Tool Chest” no longer complete.
Solution 3: Shrink one of the long tools to fit in a short slot.
Drawback: Smaller tool has reduced size, strength, and reach.
Solution 4: Use a tool exchanger to switch two tools in and out.
Drawback: Less convenient to carry an extra piece and take time to switch it.
Solution 5: Add two more long slots.
Drawback: Tools becomes thicker, won't work with some locks.
More Videos To Enjoy:
Leatherman SuperTool 300 Review: https://youtu.be/sdvF61OIFy4
Leatherman Sidekick Review: https://youtu.be/p0Xf0ADt2zU
Leatherman S2 Juice vs. Deluxe Tinker: https://youtu.be/xCnOW1OIkBo
Multitool and Swiss Army Knife Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYRgjW5aW1hBmbVpKAl_J35X-4O0zkmAt