10 uses for a knife - not mine but made me smile

Whittler Kev

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Not mine copied from http://www.instructables.com/id/EDC-The-pocket-knife/?ALLSTEPS . Most super obvious to many but....you never know. Ohh...and some Americanisms + not all the vids show so click on the link above if needs be
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Author:Mrballeng

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Life is full of little problems. Here are more then 20 solved by the humble pocket knife.

This particular knife is the Gerber Paraframe I - Serrated. I've carried it for several years. In my opinion it's the best choice for an EDC (EveryDay Carry) pocket knife.

Safety Caution: Knives can cause serious injury. Always handle a knife within your experience. Here are some good tips for knife safety.

Legal Caution: Many, if not all, jurisdictions have laws governing knives or any cutting implement for that matter. Check with local law enforcement before choosing a knife to everyday carry.Author: Mrballengi Image Information



Step 1How to one hand open a pocket knifene hand open a pocket knifei Image Information
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First things first. Here's a couple ways to open a knife.


Step 2Bottle Openeri Image Information
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By using blade channel along with the blade you can easily open a bottle.






Step 3Can opener

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Open a can by using the inside edge of the can as leverage.



Step 4Wire Cutter / Stripper

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Place the wire nearest the pivot point though still within the blade portion. Close the blade to cut the wire. To strip, roll the blade the over the wire. Use the tip of the blade against the handle to pull the sleeve off.



Step 5Heavy Gage Wire bending

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This is for when you lock your keys in your car. Find a coat hanger and shape the end with the blade channel.


Step 6Score your registration sticker

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Since you have a knife on you use it to score your registration sticker. That helps prevent the theft of it.


Step 7Key ring opener

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Spare your finger nails. Use your knife.


Step 8Soda can opener

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Just like the key ring, spare your finger nails.


Step 9Emergency window punch

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For when your car plunges into San Francisco Bay, use the hilt to bust your way out.


Step 10Safety Cutter

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Expose just enough of the blade to fit the cord. Close the knife as you cut.


Step 11Paper Craft

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Use the smooth edges of the knife handle to sharply crease paper. Use the blade to cut the crease.


Step 12Splinter removal

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Place the edge of the blade against the spliter. Use your thumb against it to pull it out. Don't do this if your knife is razor sharp. Note: the splinter has been exaggerated for demonstration purposes.


Step 13Door Stop

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How many times have you told someone "let me back in". On your way out stick your knife in the jam. Let yourself back in.


Step 14Door knock

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This is best used on heavy door where your knuckle knock will be drowned out. Just be careful not to dent the door.


Step 15Lazer level

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The curved handle has plenty of surface to level a laser line just right.


Step 16Open a package

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Enough said.


Step 17Paper weight

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Keep those top secret plans from blowing off the back of your car.


Step 18Secret message

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Use the handle to impress a message on paper. A crayon reveals what you wrote.


Step 19Hand Grip

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For those times when that furniture edge is just a little to sharp for your hand.


Step 20Staple Remover

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Because when you need one you can't find it.


Step 21Tire Valve

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For when your changing out a bicycle tire.


Step 22Fuse Puller

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When you go on a trip pull out a few ignition fuses from your car. If it doesn't start it's harder to steal.


Help me to expand the list.

Thanks for reading.
 

Perrari

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I have a Gerber Paraframe, but made my own scandi grind blade for it. After your post it now has a bottle opener & a wire bender. As you said some of them are a bit obvious though.
 

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