History: Guppie
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| CRKT wrote a new chapter in the book of multitool design with the Guppie. It is based upon an adjustable wrench mechanism with a large carabiner built into the frame. Quality of construction is excellent, despite the reputation sometimes associated with products made in China. |
Wrench
Unlike regular adjustable wrenches, the wrench jaws on the Guppie are serrated, like plier jaws. There are fine serrations out to the tip, with a coarse serrated gripping area in near the base. Maximum jaw opening is 3/4” (19mm).Frame
The intricate frame of the Guppie is cast and cut from a single piece of stainless steel. Finish is bead blast stainless, with a few components given a deep black finish for contrast.Utilizing a spring loaded gate, a large cut-out portion of the frame functions as a carabiner. (Note that the carabiner is not intended for weight-bearing applications.)
Blades and Tools
The knife blade on the Guppie is 2” long (51mm). It features a drop point profile, with a large thumbhole for one hand opening.Locking Mechanism
The knife blade does not lock open.Other Features
In the base of the Guppie there is a hex bit receptacle with a magnetic bit holder. (Magnet seems rather weak.)A removable plastic bit carrier is positioned along one side of the tool. It has stations for four 1/4” hex bits. In one end there is a high intensity LED light, with slide switch. The bit carrier uses two strong magnets and two close-fitting plastic pegs to remain attached to the side of the Guppie.
A pocket clip is secured to the side opposite the bit carrier.
A lip on one jaw of the carabiner can be used to open bottle caps and metal jar lids.
Sheath
Guppie
No sheath is included with the Guppie.
Dimensions
- Length = 3-5/8" (92mm)
- Width = 2" (51mm)
- Thickness, with bit carrier installed = 1" (25mm)
- Weight = 5.3 oz (150g)
Variations
None.
History
Introduced at the 2007 Shot Show, became generally available later that summer.
Related Knives
The Li'l Guppie is basically a scaled down version.
More Info
- CRKT Guppie owner's manual
- Guppie Review at Multitool.org
- Guppie photo essay and discussion - courtesy Spoonrobot on Multitool.org Forums
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Dimensions
- Length = 3-5/8" (92mm)
- Width = 2" (51mm)
- Thickness, with bit carrier installed = 1" (25mm)
- Weight = 5.3 oz (150g)
Variations
None.History
Introduced at the 2007 Shot Show, became generally available later that summer.Related Knives
The Li'l Guppie is basically a scaled down version.More Info
- CRKT Guppie owner's manual
- Guppie Review at Multitool.org
- Guppie photo essay and discussion - courtesy Spoonrobot on Multitool.org Forums
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