The BIFL List

Theme, 5 picks

Bare metal

Nothing painted, nothing to chip.

What they share. Every pick is made of steel or aluminium, with no paint or coating to wear through.

Ten years on. The scratches have blended into one soft satin finish.

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  1. Leatherman RevProduct photograph, Leatherman
    01 / Leatherman

    Leatherman Rev

    Stainless steel throughout, with a 25 year warranty.

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  2. Ridge WalletProduct photograph, Ridge
    02 / Ridge

    Ridge Wallet

    Two aluminium plates and an elastic band.

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  3. 03 / Nite Ize

    Nite Ize S-Biner SlideLock

    A stainless steel frame.

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  4. Victorinox Cadet AloxProduct photograph, Victorinox
    04 / Victorinox

    Victorinox Cadet Alox

    Ribbed aluminium scales that do not crack or chip.

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  5. Streamlight Stylus ProProduct photograph, Streamlight
    05 / Streamlight

    Streamlight Stylus Pro

    An aluminium body on two AAA cells.

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