SmallRig AAK2213D Foldable Multi-Tool (Silver)

If you use a tripod, a tripod plate, or an L bracket on your camera, it's a tool that you will be glad you have with you even if it's rarely needed. Better to have..........

I will keep this little gem in my camera bag, along with my Leatherman multi-tool. This multi-tool has most of the keys and blades I need for my Arca plates, L-brackets and tripod screws. There are a few very small hex screws, for example the stop screws on my Arca plates and L-brackets, that this tool doesn't have a key for, but it does have tools that will work for 90% of my needs. I especially like the flat screw driver blade that is the perfect size for those dual hex/ slotted screws on my Arca mounting plates. Sometimes the hex part of these screws can get worn out/ rounded over time, and this flat blade is the perfect backup for these screws. I like the little cloth pouch that comes with this tool. It has a nice little draw string with a standard sliding/ locking dongle for keeping the pouch closed. Also, you will notice in the picture that the tool has a little eyelet on one of the shoulders. You could optionally run a small nylon cord or metal wire through this eyelet if you wanted to attach, for example, a small carabiner to carry the took on a backpack or something without the need for the pouch. I have read some reviews about the tool becoming loose and floppy over time. If this does happen to me, I'll probably unscrew the shoulder screws, add a drop of blue (lighter) Loctite, then re-tighten. This should, I would think, help to keep the tool screws tighter for longer. So far I've not had an issue but then I only have had it for a couple days. Overall I really like this handle little tool.

I ordered this as I didn't have a multi-tool yet. This product is fantastic and high quality - would recommend to anyone!

Great tool to have in every camera and tool bag. I bought 3 of them to place in every bag so I'm never without.