Who doesn’t love a good camera multi-tool? In our years of prepping on and off set, we’ve used the gamut of tools and been left wanting. Have you ever fallen in love with a tool only to have an essential bit strip or break? Or is a critical tool not included causing you to have to carry multiple…multi-tools? Ya, it got annoying for us too so we set out to make one tool system to be the EDC (Everyday Carry) Multi-Tool.
The Kondor Blue EDC Multi-Tool is a bit-based camera multi-tool using the ever-popular ¼” shank bits which allows us to maximize the amount of bits you can carry, limit weight, and provide unlimited configuration. Bits are better, period. They’re non-proprietary to the tool and if one of the hardened still bits happens to strip, break, or get left behind, it’s easy to replace.
The Zippo-inspired flip lid on this EDC Multi-Tool with Bit Driver has an ever-so-satisfying magnetic closure. Within the bit chamber, 5x ¼” x 1” bits can be stored. At the end of the tool, 3x additional ¼” x 2” bits can be stored and held in by spring-loaded ball bearings. These slots have even been calibrated to have playful tactile feedback. Press the bits in and they’ll spring back into place making the EDC Multi-Tool double as a fun fidget toy. The stock 2” bits are 3mm, 4mm, and flat head are the most commonly used amongst camera accessories so the extra length will be helpful for a range of applications.
The EDC Multi-Tool features two main modes: Driver and Torque. In either mode, bits are held magnetically in place. Driver mode uses bits at the top of the tool for a quick screwdriver-like feel. Torque mode inserts the bits on the side—either at the end or the center—to provide more leverage when needing to get a little extra push when tightening or loosening a bolt. You can even load bits at multiple locations at a time speeding up rig assembly time.
Multi-tools often seem to have legs of their own so we’ve included a lanyard loop at the top of the belt clip so you can know where your camera multi-tool is at all times. The EDC Multi-Tool also features a bubble line level and a large magnet for holding spares. Precision machined from aerospace-grade aluminum, the Kondor Blue EDC Multi-Tool is in a league of its own. It is lightweight, incredibly strong, and durable. It’s an easy add-on to fit any of your assembly workflows.