Testing Every Tool on a Credit Card Multi-Tool

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  • čas přidán 25. 11. 2019
  • Do the tools on a credit card multi-tool actually work? It seems like the amount and variety of credit card multi-tools available on the market are endless, but are they actually useful?
    Today we take a standard 11 in 1 credit card multi-tool and test every tool and function it offers to see if it is worth carrying around in your wallet. Each tool on the credit card multi-tool is tested to see if it works, is useful, and is easy to use.
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    Have a great day!!!
    -Townsen Bell

Komentáře • 332

  • @number1authority
    @number1authority Před rokem +40

    The only useful review of this item out of dozens - because you actually demonstrated each tool’s use. Your explanations and opinions were very intelligently and simply stated. Good work.

  • @brentmichael1975
    @brentmichael1975 Před 2 lety +98

    I have a suggestion for the use of the can opener. If you do it in a backward motion instead of forward motion it will be much easier. You won’t have to keep punching a new hole every time. By the way great job on the video and I hope your channel grows.

    • @sargera1
      @sargera1 Před rokem +3

      like the p38 did.just plunge and drag it

    • @tweezerjam
      @tweezerjam Před 10 měsíci

      Wow I’ve seen hundreds of videos with p38s and no one has used that technique, not even steve.

    • @chazw3x
      @chazw3x Před 10 měsíci +1

      ​@@tweezerjamThe limited instructions that came with the original P38s actually showed that you used it in "reverse". Putting the tip through the previous cut gap.

  • @w.maximilliandejohnsonbour725

    I brought this little device. I keep it in my wallet. This little edc device has got me out of a lot of situations. It's worth the price to carry something like this. I don't always carry my edc backpack which has multiple items for certain situations. In using the device it's best to have a glove on the hand you use so that it's more comfortable to use. Having something is better than having nothing especially when you are in a pinch. Nice video dude.

    • @KnifeManual
      @KnifeManual  Před 3 lety +2

      Can’t agree more:) Thanks for watching!

  • @DR-bp1yu
    @DR-bp1yu Před 3 lety +42

    You do a great job of testing it. Others have commented on the proper use of the can opener, so I'll just mention that the lineyard hole can also be used to bend wire, to pull cording, hold nails etc.

    • @SeNo_JeKuL91
      @SeNo_JeKuL91 Před 2 lety +8

      Ha. Didn't think of that..
      was just thinking it was a hole to loop onto your keychain. Lol

  • @RaiJK3
    @RaiJK3 Před 3 lety +85

    For the small amount of subs, this seems truly professional and it compares up to the channels with a lot of subs, I hope your channel grows!👍🏽

    • @KnifeManual
      @KnifeManual  Před 3 lety +5

      Thanks! Put a lot of effort into it. More videos soon😁

    • @RaiJK3
      @RaiJK3 Před 3 lety +2

      @@KnifeManual I'll be looking forward to them!

  • @user-lj5ge4yv2m
    @user-lj5ge4yv2m Před 2 lety +5

    The only guy who has explained how to use "direction ancillary indication".

  • @jasonlaquey3870
    @jasonlaquey3870 Před 3 lety +45

    the can opener has a hook near the blade that catches on the can rim, then you lever the cutting blade into the can and with a rocking motion work around the lid
    it's not just forced into the lid.
    To use it as a compass , hang the card from a string in the lanyard hole, you don't have to float it in water.

    • @fauxjester
      @fauxjester Před rokem +3

      again tyvm for the info more so the (compass like feature )

  • @johncarranza7727
    @johncarranza7727 Před 3 lety +54

    I bought it but didn't know most of the advantages it has, but after watching this video I find this tool very useful. Thanks

  • @abdullahal-shimri3091
    @abdullahal-shimri3091 Před rokem +3

    This is the best review of this particular tool on youtube. You do actual demonstrations instead of just talking about it.

  • @danielworley2273
    @danielworley2273 Před 3 lety +16

    The lanyard hole is useful. If you need to apply torque, while using 4 position wrench on this card. By using the lanyard you reduce the the risk of injury. You can use the wrenches with out physically touching the multi tool card.

    • @tweezerjam
      @tweezerjam Před 10 měsíci

      Assuming is stays in place. That seems like a challenge.

  • @noname-xq6tp
    @noname-xq6tp Před 2 lety +5

    Thanks, it was a gift and I was like (in my head) why?
    Now I know, because of you HOW TO USE IT, so again Thank you!
    A sturdy glove should come with it. Opening that can looked like something I wouldn't want to do.

  • @alphadawg81
    @alphadawg81 Před 11 měsíci +1

    An ergonomic masterpiece with absolutely no hot spots whatsoever.

  • @paaao
    @paaao Před 3 lety +5

    I carry this at work everyday because it's the only tool that sits in the single card holder stuck to the back of my smart phone. (Something I always have to have on me) Put the end of a 10 in 1 klein (or Milwaukee) screwdriver in your pocket, and you can use the socket section to add torque, and now you have a strong batch of screwdrivers, plus knife, and other tools on you at all times with almost zero added pocket space used.

  • @beausmith6010
    @beausmith6010 Před rokem +2

    Extremely well done presentation and honest. No needless jibber jabber and I appreciate that. Other channels tend to go on and on and use this as a chance to show off their other EDC tools and the meat of the video gets lost in the confusion. Your focus on the Credit Card Tool was long needed. Everyone has come across one of these at some point, but few have had the chance to see if they do what they are made to do. You covered that perfectly. Thank you. You summed it up well. They don't take up much room and they do what they are supposed to. I have these planted all around in my packs and bags...Just in case. Thank you and look forward to more on your channel.

  • @Nani_HL
    @Nani_HL Před 2 lety +3

    Nice to finally know all the functions to this tool that I keep in my car for years now. Definitely a useful tool that could come in handy one day. Nice video. Thanks

  • @w.maximilliandejohnsonbour725

    Oh!. By the way. In using the compass part. You lay the card on a flat surface. Then put water in the center of the opening till it's at the top. Take a small sewing needle that you have magnetized cut it down to size and place it in the center. Now you have a make shift compass. It ain't perfect. But it works.

    • @KnifeManual
      @KnifeManual  Před 3 lety

      Oooh good tip!

    • @jiminmoore8237
      @jiminmoore8237 Před 2 dny

      Thanks for explaining that Max, I've read how to do it but your explanation of using it to mimic a compass was excellent 👍

  • @deanmininger4836
    @deanmininger4836 Před 2 lety +7

    Thanks for sharing a thorough test of the tool. I think sometimes it's referred to as a multi-function tool, in which perhaps the lanyard hole could be qualified as a function. Also, because of the size and amount of tools in such a small piece of thin steel, one can hardly expect it to work well in most of its functions. Even in large tools, a multi-function tool normally doesn't work as well as a dedicated one.

  • @sonjafischer3181
    @sonjafischer3181 Před rokem +1

    Nice job! Keep information coming!

  • @thomaspeters5889
    @thomaspeters5889 Před 3 lety +2

    You do not appear to be using the can opener correctly. It works as good as a military P-38 which is very effective.

  • @ModernRegimen
    @ModernRegimen Před 4 lety +3

    Very well presented! Awesome video, Townsen. You have a new sub! I can see this channel going far!

  • @censusgary
    @censusgary Před 3 lety +6

    A lanyard hole? But the thing is full of other holes. You could run a lanyard (or, as I call it, a string) through any of those holes.

  • @mamabirdie734
    @mamabirdie734 Před rokem +1

    Awesome demonstration! I just received this as a gift and needed a video to learn how to use all the tools! Thanks!

  • @mla440tlk
    @mla440tlk Před rokem

    Thanks for the demo!

  • @samuelwilson5465
    @samuelwilson5465 Před 3 lety +3

    got one for Christmas and came here to see what I could use it for. Thank you

  • @ChronicCraftsman
    @ChronicCraftsman Před rokem +5

    Good video, I’ve had one of these tools for literally years and I didn’t even know what it was! So this video was really useful and well put together, 👍

  • @rebecca-jerseybee6926
    @rebecca-jerseybee6926 Před 3 lety +3

    Great job! Great presentation! Thank you for the much needed explanation of the tools! I appreciate your time testing them.

  • @robertwilliams9814
    @robertwilliams9814 Před 3 lety +4

    Good job young man, I just got o e these for an early Christmas present and didn't have a clue.... Everything I needed to know was your video, thanks.....

  • @WestcoastWatchman
    @WestcoastWatchman Před 2 lety +1

    cool i have had one for a while, glad to see a vid made on it thanks man!

  • @hugebartlett1884
    @hugebartlett1884 Před 2 lety +2

    Lot of people doing these presentations now,but I would like to see you put up some more,very clear and precise. Good stuff!

  • @Kal4816
    @Kal4816 Před 3 lety +20

    I think the butterfly wrench is meant to be used to loosen wing nuts that are too tight. Then you can just unscrew them by hand.

    • @jaqian
      @jaqian Před 2 lety +1

      Yes, but I haven't seen one of those since the 80s

  • @cherick2666
    @cherick2666 Před 3 lety +1

    Nice video man. I love the precise info with the examples. Keep making awesome content

  • @ginav3636
    @ginav3636 Před rokem

    Great information! Thank you!

  • @james0000
    @james0000 Před 2 lety +1

    Good job, thank you for the video.

  • @GTJay
    @GTJay Před 2 lety +1

    cool review. Thanks bud.

  • @williamfisher7481
    @williamfisher7481 Před 2 lety +2

    Thank you for the video. I just received one and found your video informative, especially the direction ancillary tool.

  • @sngwrter49
    @sngwrter49 Před měsícem

    This tool came in my survival kit with the little card telling what each aspect of the tools are for. Nice job of demonstrating HOW they are to be used and, yes, I can see this as a helpful tool if you had nothing else to do the job and it is compact enough to require little space for carrying and storage. Great video! (I subscribed).

  • @mahmoodmoossavi243
    @mahmoodmoossavi243 Před 8 měsíci

    Thank you for the explanation.

  • @laurastansbury518
    @laurastansbury518 Před 2 lety +2

    Thank you very helpful im getting a first aid kit & one of these is included in there wasnt sure all it had now i know👍

  • @crookedjs
    @crookedjs Před 6 měsíci

    Awesome video, thanks a lot!

  • @aaronm.v.9990
    @aaronm.v.9990 Před 3 lety +16

    That's just an old style can opener XD, you are using it in the wrong direction. Just switch directions and it should work just fine.

    • @KnifeManual
      @KnifeManual  Před 3 lety +4

      Lol I never had the need to use it so was figuring it out on the fly:) Thanks for watching Aaron!

    • @donsmith3167
      @donsmith3167 Před 3 lety +3

      What Aaron means is you hook it the same way but you move the cutting edge toward the hooks direction then move hook back farther and continue the cut edge again. In the Military it was called a P38 can opener and it folded up. Worked much better than this. Not sure about you but I've never found a wing nut that would fit in that butterfly slot. I think it is suppose to be used with the knife and used as a pair of scissors.. Just my thought.

  • @-Jame-
    @-Jame- Před 3 lety +2

    Really good video man, I hope that you go far with the channel. I came here because I received one of these recently and was curious. The title of the video was the reason I originally chose this one to watch instead of the other ones. But, with that said, I was very impressed with the entire video... from the content and the way in which you clearly explained everything to the production side of it (and everything in between). I just hit the sub button and I’ll continue to support as long as you keep making content.

    • @KnifeManual
      @KnifeManual  Před 3 lety +1

      Really appreciate it man. Thanks for the kind words!

    • @-Jame-
      @-Jame- Před 3 lety +2

      @@KnifeManual You’re more than welcome. I really do hope that your channel blows up. You’re doing everything right. Just keep doing that and you’ll be watching the numbers blow up. I’m definitely pulling for you

  • @BrotherJayofThessalonica

    I just got one as part of a kit. Learned something new about how to use a makeshift compass.

  • @BombDaBass2000
    @BombDaBass2000 Před 2 lety +1

    Great Quality Video!

  • @walomoscol
    @walomoscol Před rokem +1

    Great review... Thanks

  • @kusarigamakatana5588
    @kusarigamakatana5588 Před 2 lety +2

    Thanks man

  • @calliopebergeris6385
    @calliopebergeris6385 Před měsícem

    Thank you. Excellent!

  • @frankrawl8705
    @frankrawl8705 Před rokem

    Great review man 👍clear, and easy to understand. And very realistic to. I have liked and followed. Keep up the great work 👍

  • @choochoo2348
    @choochoo2348 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for the info

  • @racay9082
    @racay9082 Před 9 měsíci

    Good video, keep up the good work.

  • @samanthasamuels5779
    @samanthasamuels5779 Před 2 lety +1

    awesome video!!!

  • @driveramd12
    @driveramd12 Před 3 lety +3

    These are emergency short temporary use only, eventually you return to your home and cable tv, if you don't and stay in the wilderness, give you time to get permanent stuff.

  • @kw3551
    @kw3551 Před rokem +1

    Great video helps a lot

  • @kikim6116
    @kikim6116 Před 11 měsíci

    Super helpful. I was looking at Swiss Army knives but finally realized that outside of a knife which I already have I’m probably not gonna use a lot of the tools on a Swiss Army knife very often so it’s mainly just for incidentals. When I saw this card I thought this is what I need for incidentals or emergencies, but I didn’t know how to use all the different features. So thank you for the video really helpful.

  • @user-yx9vc3ng8t
    @user-yx9vc3ng8t Před 4 měsíci

    comprehensive and to the point. wish all DIY videos ware like this. tks.

  • @Inkling777
    @Inkling777 Před 2 dny

    Like others point out, your review is the most useful I've seen on CZcams. You might also review the common keychain tools. That eleven can be expanded. Here are some other uses:
    (1) The lanyard hole can be used to bend wire.
    (2) The wing-nut tool can be used to wrap some string as fishing line around the tool. Keep it in place with tape.
    (3) The mirrored surface is small but still might work for signaling. You might test the range.
    (4) I've played around with the compass on several of these tools and I'd hate to depend on any of them in an emergency situation. The pointing is too uncertain. It makes more sense to carry an actual compass. Someone should create a compass with a sealed needle that is thin enough to fit in a wallet.

  • @ThexBlasianxBarbiex
    @ThexBlasianxBarbiex Před 2 lety

    Great video, Thank you! You deserve more subs!

  • @StAugustineTaggart-vc4st
    @StAugustineTaggart-vc4st Před 6 měsíci

    I thought your presentation was extremely informative.
    I got one of these little tools in my stocking this Christmas. I said “ oh, ok”, but didn’t know what to do with it. I was trying to figure out what all “tools” did. The package was useless. You defined for me exactly the information I was looking for. I just can’t believe that there’s videos out there that explore such mundane little products. Anyway, wow! Great job!!!

  • @beautifuldronelife2215
    @beautifuldronelife2215 Před rokem +1

    I carry one for in case ofs you never know when you might need or have a use for it. Thank you for explaining the different tools. Mine was a gift from my son.

  • @olgacastro6938
    @olgacastro6938 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks amigo! I bought 3 of this tool. One for me, and 2 as a Christmas gift for two of my nieces. I really didn't know how the tool works. Now yes!! You did a god video. Thank you!

  • @BreakfastCroissants
    @BreakfastCroissants Před 2 měsíci

    Found one of these while i was fishing and was wondering how to use it. Thanks for the demonstration. 👍

  • @jaqian
    @jaqian Před 2 lety +1

    I've had mine for years, find it very handy. I've used the screwdriver, knife and bottle opener quite a bit, didn't find the saw much use,too short

  • @abellopez431
    @abellopez431 Před 3 lety +1

    Great descriptive videos

  • @laurapaulauskaite4340
    @laurapaulauskaite4340 Před 3 lety +2

    Great video! I find this to be a very useful review.

  • @Martyn2473
    @Martyn2473 Před rokem

    Best video I’ve seen on this card. And I’ve seen a few.

  • @kriskollmar9728
    @kriskollmar9728 Před 3 lety +1

    I love mine. It’s come in handy many times.

  • @waynegirten8990
    @waynegirten8990 Před 3 lety +2

    Hey buy
    As far as the little hole on the wrench is concerned, it is useful. Try tying dental floss to it and hang it from a branch and it will point north and south. You can use a lot of dental floss rapped around it because that can come in handy as well.
    Thanks

    • @chabygirl13
      @chabygirl13 Před rokem +1

      Exactly. It is partly magnetised I believe. And if you don't have dental floss, and are in a true survival situation, one could always use the blade and harvest something similar. Like a thread off the user's clothing, hair, or fibres from a branch etc

  • @deussalt4479
    @deussalt4479 Před rokem +2

    I've got one I carry daily. I mostly get use out of the bottle opener but overall it's handy.

  • @wendybarker5118
    @wendybarker5118 Před 3 lety +4

    This a handy little card to add to a bug out bag.

    • @KnifeManual
      @KnifeManual  Před 3 lety +1

      Yep it sure is! Thanks for watching:)

  • @JavierBonillaC
    @JavierBonillaC Před rokem

    Great video. I always wondered what you could do with one of those.

  • @dannynimmo3052
    @dannynimmo3052 Před rokem

    young guy, articulate and smart. I'm so happy to see you, I've been worried about our young generation. Its very refreshing to see a young guy so smart

  • @LouiiieG
    @LouiiieG Před rokem +1

    Just bought a Legend of Zelda Collectors box at Target and it came with one of these doohickeys and thanks to this video I now know how to use one :D

  • @Tailsnpaws
    @Tailsnpaws Před rokem

    Hey...I found your channel while researching these tools. Your hands-on review was stellar. Any testing on the Victorinox Swiss Cards? Hopefully you are still doing these reviews.Thank you.

  • @racay9082
    @racay9082 Před 9 měsíci +1

    I just received one from one of the charities, in the Marine Corps back in the days of C rations they called the can opener 'John Wayne's'.

  • @Mary-ko9ed
    @Mary-ko9ed Před 11 měsíci

    Gracias, excelente explicación 👏

  • @ias2450
    @ias2450 Před rokem +1

    Hey thank you so much

  • @endlessrskies1
    @endlessrskies1 Před 3 lety +4

    mine mustve not been magnetized in the factory, ive tried the point to north locator in the most ideal conditions a thousand times, other than its a great piece of hardware

  • @srmj71
    @srmj71 Před rokem +1

    I have the exact same tool, just a cheaper version. I thought I'd find a video that has a similar suite of tools, never imagined I'd find the exact tool. So, there's that. Your demonstration was spot on. I'm not going to carry it on me, but I will throw it in the glovebox of my car. Just in case ;-) Great video dude!

  • @mcilly1290
    @mcilly1290 Před 3 lety +1

    Very well said..👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @greifennach2995
    @greifennach2995 Před 3 lety +1

    nice review, thanks

  • @mikewitoszynski7267
    @mikewitoszynski7267 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you kid, I've been watching to get my first IFAK, EDC etc... Greetings from Brasil

  • @ejscholar9902
    @ejscholar9902 Před rokem +1

    Good video. I was wondering about the butterfly wrench and directional finder. Not the first go to tool but for a few bucks I keep one in my backpack.

  • @Infinite27
    @Infinite27 Před 3 lety +2

    nice vid u will blow up some day keep up the good vids and edits

  • @chrisbird72
    @chrisbird72 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for the review. I wondered what the directional tool was for.

    • @KnifeManual
      @KnifeManual  Před 3 lety

      Thanks for watching Chris! Glad you liked the video:)

  • @jasonclarke7422
    @jasonclarke7422 Před 2 lety +1

    Great review, I had just ordered the Lever Gear Tool card before watching your video, I just hope that it is worth the money, as it cost a fair bit more than the one that you are reviewing,this will teach me to do my homework before buying something 👍

  • @fauxjester
    @fauxjester Před rokem +1

    ty for teaching me how to use the (compass like feature was at a loss till now on how to use it tyvm

  • @gonzaloamarelle496
    @gonzaloamarelle496 Před 2 lety

    Thanks!

  • @AdityaRajKapoorLordFuseBox

    thank you!

  • @pianoman1379
    @pianoman1379 Před 3 lety +2

    Brilliant explanation of the credit card sized multitool - I have owned one for many years and never used it at all because I had this silly idea that it may come in handy
    I have started going camping now and I have placed it back into my wallet (Just in case Lol)
    This video Is a well presented and helpful documentation - very good

    • @sargera1
      @sargera1 Před rokem

      u can carry around for.cutting packages and no cop ever gonna pul u over but a knife will

  • @jayhershey7525
    @jayhershey7525 Před 4 měsíci

    I had an identical card multitol; since I lost the instruction for it, I didn't know what the circular direction finder was. Thank you.

  • @domingorexach9642
    @domingorexach9642 Před 10 měsíci

    You did a good job of explaining the functions of the tool. Frankly, I use the hole on the corner to put my key ring through it, LoL. This tool could be a life saver if you ever find yourself in the woods or if you live in a place where you get a lot've natural disasters . I could think of a hundred things that could happen to you and you don't have a simple tool to work with. I have this tool and I take it with me everywhere I go. Thank for the video young man.

  • @yankeeboyssurvivors1240
    @yankeeboyssurvivors1240 Před 3 lety +2

    I use this card everyday darn near as a general contractor I will say this card is not tecnacly mean to bank your life on but I find it very comfortable but you did teach me something new so thanks

    • @KnifeManual
      @KnifeManual  Před 3 lety +2

      Yep, it is a pretty nifty tool that is useful in a surprisingly large number of situations:) Glad you enjoyed the video!

  • @dreamingcode
    @dreamingcode Před 3 lety +2

    This is a very good premise for a video and executed very well. I think the bottle opener alone would be the thing I use most if at all

  • @user-bt6ro2to6c
    @user-bt6ro2to6c Před rokem

    Nice job demonstrating. Like the others said about the can opener run it in the opposite direction. It is old school, like WWII old school. Nice job and keep them coming.

  • @olgacastro6938
    @olgacastro6938 Před 3 lety +1

    I think this is a really good emergency tool! I like it!

  • @jeffholcomb599
    @jeffholcomb599 Před 3 lety +2

    I keep a kit with this tool and some other's in my boat for emergencies.

  • @Ahmed_saad_797
    @Ahmed_saad_797 Před 9 měsíci

    Thank you

  • @separt
    @separt Před rokem +1

    Thanks
    I have no idea with ”direction ancillary indication“
    Now I know that

  • @johnnysparkleface3096
    @johnnysparkleface3096 Před 2 lety

    I had no idea what the ancillary direction tool was, I found your video, now I know. Thanks. I agree, it's worth the $2 or so and I'm sure it'll turn out to be handy in the future. Upvoted & subscribed..

  • @akshanshyadav2566
    @akshanshyadav2566 Před rokem +1

    Ive been having this card for a while now. And i normally use it for a quick knife or the bottle opener