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I see a lot of function in this little multi-tool. First, it is small enough to attach to your key ring which you will probably always have it on hand. Next, it gives you a nice mix of tools including wire strippers, screw drivers and a razor blade. That blade is what we like best about this tool. Since it is removable, just pack your extras in your check bag and you can carry this guy right onto a plane. No more worries about the TSA drones helping themselves to an expensive knife.

We love knives, especially Swiss Army Knives because they are packed with other useful tools besides a sharp blade. This model, the Cigar Cutter Elite, caught our eye because of its integrated double honed scissor cutter and its classic stainless steel construction. Just be sure to leave it in the car when you head to the airport or you are liable to make some TSA agent very happy.

Grab It: Cigar Cutter Elite Knife with Scissors and Stainless Steel Brushed Handle from Swiss Army

We love stuff the is simple to use, inexpensive and exceeds our expectation. This little knife sharpening gem by AccuSharp is all three. You can get a razor edge on just about anything from a pocket knife your to 10 inch chef’s knife, straight or serrated blades – it handles both with ease. We had always wondering with those several hundred dollar multi-stage sharpeners were worth the money. They aren’t.

Grab It: AccuSharp 001 Knife Sharpener

This slick knife boasts multiple attacks.  The 420 Stainless Steel blade separates to reveal a serrated edge on one side and power cutting shear on the other.  The Fog Cutter’s blades have also been corrosion treated to prevent rust.  The quick release sheath is included too.

Grab It.

Like our culinary hero Alton Brown, we say, “Banish the Unitasker!” The Leatherman Multitools have been helping us do this for years. While silly useful, the design was never anything to gush about. No more! First introduced last year the Skeletool ($57.33) was simply wicked. Now its been updated. The Skeletool CX ($79.85) is wicked doubled. Stainless Steel construction with carbon fiber handle inserts and Tungsten DLC Scratch-resistant Coating plus a load of useful tools like a one hand opening blade, universal bit driver, needle nose pliers and wire cutters. All this, and it only weighs 5 onces. Buy one, now.