Evaluating Knives and Multi-Tools: Why Simplicity Matters

When it comes to evaluating knives and multi-tools, it’s easy to get caught up in the raw specs. How long is the blade? How much does it weigh? How many functions does it have? While these details are important, it’s essential to remember that we often use just a few key tools 90 to 95% of the time.

Rather than being obsessed with products packing an overwhelming number of functions, we might be better served by appreciating something simpler. This is where The Hard Bar, a new Kickstarter creation from Canadian designer Rob van Dyck, comes in.

A Simpler Approach

Inspired by van Dyck’s experiences spearfishing and harvesting scallops from the ocean, The Hard Bar is not a single tool but two — a pry bar and a sheath that nestle together seamlessly. This innovative design offers a bevy of benefits, including a sleek and well-machined pry bar made of grade 5 titanium.

But what really sets The Hard Bar apart is its mounting and carry options. With a keychain hole, a carabiner hole, and an integral pocket clip, you can choose the method that works best for you. Whether you’re a fisherman, a camper, or just someone who appreciates a good tool, The Hard Bar is worth considering.

Key Features

• Sleek and well-machined pry bar made of grade 5 titanium
• Mounting and carry options include a keychain hole, a carabiner hole, and an integral pocket clip
• Seamless design allows the pry bar and sheath to nestle together