They're ridiculous. I'd also like to advocate for easier-to-open lidocaine patches.
However, as long as we're on the topic, I'll plug my favorite badge accessory . They're so handy for stuff like this, I hate carrying stuff in my pockets.
Westcott Sewing Titanium Bonded Fine Cut Scissors, 2.5" https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000YZARO0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_P.xcBbWMDV597
I've been using this for a long time and highly recommend them. They are very sharp, can cut nails, and in the closed position they can even be used with a fire steel to make sparks.
My pair weighs 6.8g (0.24 oz)
I'm surprised no one has mentioned Knotty Boys yet, they have a lot of good tutorials.
Also: If you are going to try rope bondage, please have EMT shears on hand. You can get them for $4 on Amazon. These are designed to cut material off of a person without harming their skin; it is not safe to use regular scissors or a knife to cut rope off of someone in an emergency.
Spring handle scissors like these are the best! They have saved my hands from so much strain. They open for you, you just squeeze.
I think the fiskar left handed scissors
If your scissors are anything like this you should be fine. My sister-in-law and I have both flown with these no problem.
I misspoke. The tweezers are not titanium, but still really light.
Titanium Scissors https://www.amazon.com/Westcott-Sewing-Titanium-Bonded-Scissors/dp/B000YZARO0
Tweezers https://www.amazon.com/Uncle-Sliver-Gripper-Precision-Tweezers/dp/B003Q1EGUA
https://www.amazon.com/Fiskars-No-8-Premier-Action-Scissors/dp/B00006IFNC#
I bought these 10 yrs ago and they still work great, and easy on the hand and wallet. I've had them sharpened maybe 3 or 4 times just cuz" I have a guy". I love them!
My opinions is that multi-tools do a half assed job at everything.
I'd rather a dedicated knife, some first aid scissors and tweezers. It'll weigh less. If you find you're missing something that you need then you can add it.
When I hike or camp I usually bring my Civivi Elementum pocket knife just because I love it. I use these CUDA scissors because my fingers actually fit, and then these keychain tweezers
Litesmith has some: https://www.litesmith.com/micro-scissors-with-cover/
I use these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000YZARO0
Also used Swiss Army Knife mini.
All of these work fine especially if you soak your feet first or take a shower first, which isn't really a problem.
I’ve travelled a few times with cross-stitch projects in my carry-on and thankfully haven’t had issues. I bring these Fiskars foldable travel scissors with me and put my needles in a small magnetic DMC needle case that I bought at Michael’s and haven’t had security questions about them. It is a little hard to stitch on the flight (just due to space and depending on who’s sitting around you) but it’s possible.
> over-engineered scissors
going to take a wild guess that they don't cut braid, either
these are the best value item I've found that have no issues with thin braided line
There are a few different models of spring-loaded scissors, perhaps something like the Fiskars Easy Action would help you.
Electric scissors also exist, but I don't have any experience with them. If you want to try that out, here is a pretty nice guide to help you choose.
Rotary cutters may look tempting, but they require some strength and can be tiring, so in your case I'd avoid them.
Those look pretty good! I got into splicing a few years back and it's been a great hobby. If you're planning to make more I'd recommend buying a leather awl and loop turner hooks to make your life easier. I used wire too when I started but it goes much faster with the awl and hooks. Another time saver is to just fold and crease the amsteel to mark the splice points rather than using tape or a marker.
I recently got these too and highly recommend them! Good luck!
Fiskars 01-005434 Travel Folding Scissors, 4 Inch, Orange https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003VWHN0O/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_JAGGMNZHMHZTEQ24FVHN Think ive only used them to cut stray threads but they do that just fine
https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/whatcanibring/sharp-objects
Crochet hooks are fine in carry-on. Scissors must be 4" or less from the pivot point. Sewing needles are also acceptable.
Personally, I would get a pair of these Fiskars 01-005434 Travel Folding Scissors, 4 Inch, Orange https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003VWHN0O/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_CXNAC0966Y6DEYEBE3GF
Really tiny mini scissors might help. I haven't made my own details, but I have had to cut some very tiny things. These ones are cheap and made from strong titanium. I love them. https://smile.amazon.com/Westcott-Sewing-Titanium-Bonded-Scissors/dp/B000YZARO0/
They also have a 5-inch pair that are great for slightly larger things. https://smile.amazon.com/Westcott-Titanium-Non-Stick-Scissor-Microtip/dp/B00BQSGHYS/
If you don't want to use scissors, I'd suggest you put the paper on something silicone or a thin layer of blue putty so it stays in place by itself and then use one hand to brace the palm of the other when using a sharp craft knife.
Good luck!
Sounds good. almost forgot: bring some strips of leukotape on sticker backing. best thing for blisters is to sterilize needle with lighter, pop and drain blisters, cover with small amount of leukotape. swap the nail clippers for a tiny pair of scissors that are multiuse -- cut leukotape and nails with them.
I bought a set of these (2/$10, and they’re very sharp and made of titanium) for the kitchen and the office so that no one has any excuse to use my sewing scissors.
I’m happy to say that my husband knows better (he has specialized tools for his hobbies that aren’t to be used for everyday tasks, and his mom is a sewer). I now feel so bad, as an adult, for using my mom’s sewing scissors for paper and crafts 😔.
I have the PH-55 scissors in my low-voltage bag and have been extremely satisfied with them. Engineer makes excellent tools. Also have their PZ-59 Neji-saurus RX in there.
You can always touch them up a bit when your wrist stops hurting.
I like my collapsible Fiskars. Take very little room in my bag, the blades are covered when they’re folded so there’s no risk of them jostling open and poking anything.
Scissors I use.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000YZARO0/ref=afx_dp_prime_egress?ie=UTF8&fpl=fresh
7.2 grams with a sheath I made from shrink wrap tubing.
I use a Dime when desert hiking because the pliers are handy for pulling cactus thorns out of shoes/legs. The scissors are OK but not as good as scissors on SAK Classic. You could also go with stand alone titanium scissors like these. They are .3 oz.
I've noticed that old IT/Telecom guys use telecom scissors and old Low-Volt/AV guys use diagonal cutting pliers... It's the guys who started in the past 25 yrs that you see the 45 flush cuts become standard issue.
I highly, highly recommend you replace the scissors from the Coil Kit before you have a-- very likely, and very predictable-- meltdown trying to use them. They suck so horribly bad, I don't know why they even get included in those kits.
Instead, I highly recommend you get some Fiskers Titanium Micro-Tip Scissors (190520-1001). They're worth the investment.
fiskars makes an assisted pair. here’s an amazon link https://www.amazon.com/Fiskars-No-8-Premier-Action-Scissors/dp/B00006IFNC they’re endorsed by the arthritis foundation. I don’t have them but i like my lefty fiskars. Best of luck!
Backpackers should not carry bear spray. Not worth its weight.
The risk from bears to backpackers is so low bear spray cannot decrease it much.
Some argue that if carrying bear spray decreases your anxiety about bears, you should carry it. In other words, it can function as an 11-ounce good luck charm.
I argue that backpackers can safely save 11 ounces by not carrying bear spray.
I'm afraid of bears. At night before I fall asleep I imagine I hear bears grunting within my campsite and snuffling near my head. Yet I don't carry bear spray, because I know carrying bear spray cannot make me much safer than not carrying it, and I don't want to lie to myself.
Knives: it's hard to argue against carrying a 1-ounce knife such as a tiny Swiss Army knife. But knives are unnecessary. Many people get along fine with a tiny pair of scissors and maybe one single-edged razor blade in case they need to cut something. Keep them in your first aid kit.
For scissors, I have a pair of Engineer PH-55 Tetsuwan GT. These are amazing. They can also be used for opening boxes.