Rolson Tool 36008

[David_JAFO]

hello,
I received a couple of packs of these Rolson Multi Tool 36008 packets to try out rrp £7.00 (freebies) I'll have a play around with them see what they stand up to or other. So far the saw & the blade on the pliers I've used to great effect with a piece of flint & fire steel (char cloth tinder) blades are sharp shaved a piece of wood into a feather stick for tinder. Jury is still out, if I had nothing but such in a survival situation, I'd have to use them. Might be a gizmo for a keychain or spare in a survival tin?
Anyone used such or have in their kit feel free to add. When I have time I'll take them out for a field test see how they fair.
Regards
David

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[shepherd]

are they only small? if so they look ideal options for survial tin and/or key ring carry - as u mentioned.

let us know how they perform bud. - iv been looking for a small blade option for my small 'glove box' survival kit to go along side my small gerber multi tool incase it brakes one me.

[MikeWilkinson]

You want one of these for your Keyring.
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[Rasputin]

You want one of these for your Keyring.
9847

Bit too old that one Mike, heres one of those new fangled Roman ones....9849 They do say there's nothing new under the sun dont they

[shepherd]

lol

[David_JAFO]

hello,
ROLF @ both replies :rolleye: Rasputin You sure that's not a small Trebuchet? Shepherd both tools are 3" & 3.5" inches in length closed.
Regards
David

[Rasputin]

hello,
ROLF @ both replies :rolleye: Rasputin You sure that's not a small Trebuchet? Shepherd both tools are 3" & 3.5" inches in length closed.
Regards
David
LOL :happy-clapping:

[Silverback]

you want one of these for your keyring.
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ugg want one !! ;)

[MikeWilkinson]

ugg want one !! ;)

I prefer the earlier model myself.

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Or possibly this one in a handy self lubricating leather case.

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:D

[Yungen of Bury]

ive got those, the knife is too small for most jobs, but for things like cutting cord, opening packets, or other small cuts it does ok, the 'saw' is pretty useless, far too short for anything of use.. the pliers fit nicely in your hand, but the short length does mean you cant really keep a large amount of pressure on anything whilst twisting.. all in all id say they are good for there size, deffinately not to be concidered more than a backup not really suitable for a 'first line' tool of any kind...

[David_JAFO]

hello,
I've used the small saw edge for Fire Steel gives off good shower of sparks. The small knife I'd say more so in usefulness, both tools came as a packet. I agree with what you say & as said a 'back up' if nothing else available :wink:
Regards
David


ive got those, the knife is too small for most jobs, but for things like cutting cord, opening packets, or other small cuts it does ok, the 'saw' is pretty useless, far too short for anything of use.. the pliers fit nicely in your hand, but the short length does mean you cant really keep a large amount of pressure on anything whilst twisting.. all in all id say they are good for there size, deffinately not to be concidered more than a backup not really suitable for a 'first line' tool of any kind...

[rossbird]

deffinately not to be concidered more than a backup not really suitable for a 'first line' tool of any kind...

I have no experience of this tool, however I do have some experience with Rolson tools in general. I would say Yungen was spot on.

[David_JAFO]

hello,
Thanks for your valid comment rossbird. Rolson Tools looking at the selection so far aren't on my priority list 'but' for a freebie well at least I'm going to give the tools a try before I 'diss' them that's 'If..' Mates lad added these to a Lifeventure Tritan Flask 1000ml as a Survival Kit. We picked up a few of these flasks early in the year an American 'Prepper' gave us the idea sometime ago in using such as a in car Survival Kit, tried & tested. So the Rolson Tools are an added bonus now :wink:
Regards
David

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[rossbird]

I would do the same:)

[Rasputin]

hello,
Thanks for your valid comment rossbird. Rolson Tools looking at the selection so far aren't on my priority list 'but' for a freebie well at least I'm going to give the tools a try before I 'diss' them that's 'If..' Mates lad added these to a Lifeventure Tritan Flask 1000ml as a Survival Kit. We picked up a few of these flasks early in the year an American 'Prepper' gave us the idea sometime ago in using such as a in car Survival Kit, tried & tested. So the Rolson Tools are an added bonus now :wink:
Regards
David

9867

Hi David I prefer to use a 1 L stainless, you can then use it to boil water as well as storage 9908 Its got a really wide top to get kit in. Ken

[David_JAFO]

hello,
DITTO but the plastic was a freebie from a Outdoor Supplier who donated a few of these for a good cause, a donation followed to the Scottish Mountaineering Rescue Team, so we improvised using the plastic :wink: BTW some PM's from other users, the tools have been used in similar fashion as suggested, & included within fishing tackle boxes great to hear such.
Regards
David

[Adam Savage]

I have exactly the same Rolson pack. No idea where the tiny multi tool has gone, but carry the pocket knife on a lanyard. The corkscrew and can opener get the most use from it lol.

[David_JAFO]

hello,
It's not exactly a Swiss Army job but does the business as a spare blade etc.. :wink:
Regards
David


I have exactly the same Rolson pack. No idea where the tiny multi tool has gone, but carry the pocket knife on a lanyard. The corkscrew and can opener get the most use from it lol.

[Bob W]

My local Aldi was doing these, I got one at a reduced cost of £2.00 after they were still on the shelves after a few weeks. It lives in the car.

[chris_leech]

The caretaker at one of the buildings I service every month has one of these on his office desk and i wasn't too impressed. However, I am a total tool (multi or otherwise) snob. I hate using cheap/poorly made or designed tools, but at the price they are it's hard to argue against them as a back up.

[David_JAFO]

hello,
Check your PM's mate :wink:
Regards
David


are they only small? if so they look ideal options for survival tin and/or key ring carry - as u mentioned. Let us know how they perform bud. - iv been looking for a small blade option for my small 'glove box' survival kit to go along side my small Gerber multi tool incase it brakes one me.

[shepherd]

T^

[David_JAFO]

hello,
Check your PM's Shepherd I require some details before I can GAW the Rolson Tool 36008 cheers mate :wink:
Regards
David

I am GAW this item Rolson Tool 36008 as a private offer between myself & NBCUK community member 'Shepherd' this GAW is in no way the responsibility of NaturalBushcraft.co.uk or any of its moderators. I promise to use this area to GAW unwanted kit, not to repeatedly list similar items in the pursuit of profit.

[David_JAFO]

hello,
Shepherd your multi tools are on route mailed this morning. You will have to sign for the packet on arrival. No charge on items or postage with my compliments :p I'm just giving a little in return NBCUK karma :wink:
Regards
David

[shepherd]

thank you very very much my friend... will let you know when it arrives... Matt

[happybonzo]

Tried to use the knife to cut a Zip-Tie with one of these Rolson things - frightful piece of rubbish.

[David_JAFO]

hello,
Shepherd your packet was delivered to your home & signed for on 23rd October 2015 enjoy :wink: happybonzo as I said not bad as a freebie. I've put the tools through their paces on Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme, Bushcraft/Survival use & the Scouts have tried & tested such too. To reiterate they're not SAK but if there was nothing else in your pocket in any given situation, then I'd say they do have their usefulness. I had a online discussion with one of the State Side Bushcrafters Joe, they were GAW very similar branded tools to the Rolson Tool 36008 & gave them the thumbs up. "Above Average" Joe Survival Life Chief Editor.
Regards
David