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Tool Logic SL 3 Fire Folding Knife

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Item # 769826

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Tough, versatile and light, this multi-function Tool Logic knife offers a unique combination of useful components.

Along with a razor-sharp, partially serrated blade, the SL 3 includes an Swedish Firesteel™ fire starter
Fire starter creates intensely hot sparks, even when wet; rated to last for more than 1,000 strikes
Zytel® handle has a built-in sleeve for mounting fire starter (included) or other tool inserts (not included)
Loud emergency whistle is integrated into the handle
Blade opens easily with fluid one-handed motion; stays securely in place with frame lock
Lanyard hole and stainless steel pocket clip provide multiple carry options

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Tool Logic SL 3 Fire Folding Knife Customer Reviews

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Tool Logic SL 3 Fire Folding Knife

3.9

(based on 10 reviews)

80%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Sharp blade (8)
Comfortable grip (7)
Smooth locking mechanism (6)
Durable (4)

Cons

Best Uses

Survival (7)
Camping (6)

- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid adventurer (5), Casual/ recreational (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (4)

Reviewed by 10 customers

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Apr

2008

(18 of 19 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Good Camp Knife

By BA from SE

from Southeast Alaska

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Pros

Durable
Sharp Blade

Cons

No Real Cons

Best Uses

Backcountry Camping
Campgrounds
Day Trips
Kayak Camping
River Trips
Road Trips
Survival

Comments about Tool Logic SL 3 Fire Folding Knife:

The knife blade is very sharp and easily operated with one hand. The fire starter feature is a plus as a back up in remote country and works just like any magnesium fire starter. Once the coating is scraped off the fire starter, it will corrode around salt water. Re-coating it will help prevent that. The quality of the steel and handle is good and the watertight seal on the fire starter seems to have watertight integrity. This is a great knife to stick in a pocket or in a pack. It's durable and lightweight.

Service and delivery comments:

REI's service and delivery is always excellent.

Sep

2008

(9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

great tool!

By SuperFlyGuy

from Vallejo, CA

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Pros

Comfortable Grip
Durable
Sharp Blade
Smooth Locking Mechanism

Cons

Serrated blade

Best Uses

Survival

Comments about Tool Logic SL 3 Fire Folding Knife:

This is a great product! Took this on a 4 day backpacking trip and this was used as my primary fire starter the entire trip. Lights very hot sparks all you need is good tinder and you're set. The blade is very sharp also. Came razor sharp and cut hairs off of my arm out of the box. It is made of plastic so it is lightweight, yet durable which is great for backpacking. The only thing I wish it had was for survival purposes I wish it was a straight edged blade instead of serrated to better use for carving, feathering, etc... I had to carry another knife with me (coldsteel) as a primary knife, but this acted well as a secondary + fire starter.

Aug

2008

(8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

This really could save your life!

By Bushranger

from Las Vegas Nevada

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable Grip
Sharp Blade
Smooth Locking Mechanism

Cons

On combo model
Serrated edge too long

Best Uses

Camping
Hunting
Survival

Comments about Tool Logic SL 3 Fire Folding Knife:

This wonderful little item is easy to throw in your pockets or pack....no weight and it really could be a life saver! You get two of the survival basics in one tool. Good design, well made and worth the money....

May

2009

(4 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

Not bad, but not great.

By Trekker_Manny

from Michigan

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Pros

Comfortable Grip
Sharp Blade

Cons

Bends
Dulls Quickly

Best Uses

Comments about Tool Logic SL 3 Fire Folding Knife:

This is a great blade/firesteel combo, however, if you are really relying on a firesteel to save your life, you're better off using the " Light My Fire" model firesteel; they are stronger, the flint is thicker and you'll get more use.

Jul

2009

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Perfect!

By MaxYahr1

from Norwood, NJ

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Pros

Comfortable Grip
Durable
Sharp Blade
Smooth Locking Mechanism

Cons

Best Uses

Camping
Hiking
Hunting
Survival

Comments about Tool Logic SL 3 Fire Folding Knife:

I bought this knife for backwoods hunting and day hikes. The two deciding factors between life and death in a survival situation is the ability to make fire and the ability to shelter yourself from the elements. This tool enables you to do both. If you enjoy any sort of wilderness activities this is a must have. Razor sharp right out of the box. I wouldn't recommend it for heavy use but if I step foot in the woods I always have it in my pocket. It could save your life.

Jul

2010

(1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

2.0

Broke

By johnch

from Los angeles

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable Grip

Cons

Best Uses

Camping
Survival

Comments about Tool Logic SL 3 Fire Folding Knife:

I've used to the product on many occasions, starting many fires. It's in fact, great as a fire starter, but as a knife, it's a different story.

After using it on only 3 short trips, the knife broke on me. The knife would no longer stay straight and would fold backwards. Not durable at all.

Dec

2011

5.0

Perfect kitchen & fire camp tool

By Siulai Hiker

from Nokomis, FL

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Pros

Comfortable Grip
Durable
Sharp Blade
Smooth Locking Mechanism

Cons

Best Uses

Camping
Survival

Comments about Tool Logic SL 3 Fire Folding Knife:

I lost my first one of these and was unwilling to go back into the woods without it. That's how much I depend on it. It is my primary fire-starting tool and kitchen knife (for smaller jobs) and primitive tool-making knife (make a spoon, fork, or stake). I carry a longer blade (9 inch) for bigger jobs as well, but use this knife most. I never go anywhere without it.

Dec

2011

4.0

Never Leave Home Without It

By GearHed

from Berkeley, CA

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Pros

Sharp Blade
Smooth Locking Mechanism

Cons

Best Uses

Survival

Comments about Tool Logic SL 3 Fire Folding Knife:

This knife works well as a firestarter, once you have the coating off the ferro rod. I easily started a fire on a damp and windy night on Mt. Tamalpais in a couple of minutes. It's lightweight, blade is sharp, reasonably comfortable handle, very positive lock. The blade wobbles a bit in the hinge, right out of the box, despite steel liners. Hopefully it won't get worse over time. I hate serrated knives generally, but the one place that they do make sense is when you need to cut cordage in a hurry--like a seat belt or a rope on a boat, so semi-serrated seems appropriate for this knife. One handed deploy is effortless and ambidextrous. The whistle is loud, but not the loudest I've heard. Good for letting bears know you're coming!
I think the knife averages lower in the reviews than it might due to Fortunato's comments. However, I'm not sure if Fortunato is a good source of information. The fire steel should NEVER dull your blade because you should hold the closed knife still and smoothly draw the fire steel against the jimping--little ridges--on the spine of the blade.
I'm buying one for the tool kit on the motorbike.

Mar

2011

(0 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

2.0

Not a good fire starter

By Fortunato

from Seattle, WA

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Pros

Cons

Best Uses

Camping

Comments about Tool Logic SL 3 Fire Folding Knife:

The knife is ok, but when it came to starting a fire it was horrible. Seattle in August is very dry, I had dried pine needles, paper strips, pieces of pinecones, and bone dry dead grass as tinder, and it took myself an a friend a good 15 minutes to start our fire. I really like the idea of a knife, whistle, and firestarter in one, but I would recommend a seperate longer magnesium rod for faster fire results, as striking the rod dulled my knife after the 200th strike.

Mar

2011

4.0

Think urban survival

By gravityprone

from San Diego, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable Grip
Sharp Blade
Smooth Locking Mechanism

Cons

Blade doenn't lock closed

Best Uses

Comments about Tool Logic SL 3 Fire Folding Knife:

All the back country uses of this knife are obvious, but let me make the case for it's EDC use. First, its very light, flat and can be carried numerous ways without discomfort. Now I want you to think about what is going on in Japan right now. Thousands of people trapped in ereas of devestation. Put yourself in that situation. This knife would be a very important tool to have. In a collapsed building, you have a whistle to help rescuers locate you. In a no power situation, you can start a fire to boil water cook, and stay warm. and of corse a decent utility blade that is one handed deployable, (important if you are injured.) I live in earthquake prone California, so I carry this tool nearly 24/7. I also carry a photon keychain light, bandana and pocket first aid kit. Be prepared!