2005 Holiday Review - Tools, Backpacks, Pocket Knives & Accessories

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Tools

Black and Decker

AutoTape 25" Powered Tape Measure

• Favorite Features -
  • easy, one-handed, push-button use to extend and retract
  • soft grips for comfort
  • belt clip
  • operates on AAA batteries

    Excellent gift for the professional as well as the "do-it-yourselfer"! It is obvious Black & Decker gave considerable attention to the design and function of this tool!  This tape measurer makes work much easier and quicker!  Tremendously well done, Black & Decker!

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BullsEye Auto-Leveling Laser with Digital Tape Measure Model #BDL500S

• Favorite Features -
  • two tools in one - level and tape measure
  • level adjusts automatically with plumb and horizontal laser lines
  • truly easy to use

    Another excellent gift for the professional and "do-it-yourselfer"!  I'm always impressed with the creativity and innovation Black & Decker consistently shows as they develop new tools to make jobs around the house as well as on the work-site easier and better!  Tremendously well done, Black & Decker!

 

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Backpacks

    Backpacks make great gifts, on their own, but they also can be a fun way to present a gift to someone on your list!  Consider purchasing a backpack large enough to hold the gift you selected, place the gift in the backpack and then, rather than wrapping with paper, use ribbon and bows to decorate your gift!

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Jansport

Motive Daypack

• Favorite Features -
  • durable fabric
  • great size for a child
  • extras like a pouch for CD player/earphones
  • padded straps
  • pouches inside, key clip and outside water bottle pouch

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Hoodie

• Favorite Features -
  • durable rubber bottom
  • durable fabric resists water, dirt - anything
  • CD/earphones pouch
  • key clip/id cord
  • lots of pouches for "stuff"!

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Madison

• Favorite Features -
  • 12cu capacity
  • colorful, fun, flower print
  • cell phone holder
  • CD holder
  • extra pouches, hooks, straps

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Super Break

• Favorite Features -
  • 1550 cu capacity
  • basic, roomy pack

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Pure

• Favorite Features -
  • 3 liter nalgene reservoir included
  • padded back and shoulder straps for comfort
  • CD/earphones holder
  • reflective tape
  • 1750 cu capacity
  • durable fabric
  • lots of pouches for "stuff"

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Rush

• Favorite Features -
  • 1300cu capacity
  • durable fabric
  • 3 liter nalgene reservoir included
  • padded back and shoulder straps fro comfort
  • CD/earphones holder
  • lots of pouches for "stuff"

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    Jansport without a doubt is committed to designing packs with an absolute commitment to quality, design and detail!  As "the" gift or as an extra gift used for "wrapping", you can not go wrong with a pack from Jansport!  I love the variety of fabrics and designs - there is something perfect for everyone!  Tremendously well done, Jansport!

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Coleman

www.coleman.com

Cortez Daypack

• Favorite Features -
  • 1800 cu capacity
  • durable fabric
  • lots of pouches for "stuff"
  • hydration-ready pocket and exit port

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Bristol Daypack

• Favorite Features -
  • 1400 cu capacity
  • durable fabric
  • organizer in extra compartment
  • hydration-ready pocket and exit port

    Excellent packs are perfect for everyday use and make wonderful gifts!  Extremely well done, Coleman!

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GlyphGuy Backpacks

www.glyphguy.com

Bobcat

best gift family gift

• Favorite Features -
  • Top zip security pouch
  • external mesh bottle holder with stretch cord
  • padded scapula and lumbar pads
  • thumb grip zipper pulls
  • specifically designed for children and small adults

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Chipmunk

best gift family gift

• Favorite Features -
  • padded back
  • thumb grip zipper pulls
  • reflective tape
  • inside pocket for phone
  • specifically designed for children ages 3 to 10

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    Too often we give children backpacks sized for teens/adults and this can contribute to back injuries.  GlyphGuy Backpacks have packs perfectly sized for children.  There is no doubt every thought has been given to design, function, durability and quality.  The goal of GlyphGuy is "to help connect children and parents with backyard habitats, parks and wild places" and these packs are a great tool to help get families out in the great outdoors!  This year give a unique family gift sure to be remembered forever - consider giving a GlyphGuy Backpack as a gift to a child you love and place inside a pass to a National Park so the entire family can get out to "connect" and "discover" together!  Tremendously well done, GlyphGuy!

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Pocket Knives

Gerber

Revolt

• Favorite Features -
  • ease of use with the one-handed finger flip
  • tanto style, black teflon coated surgical stainless steel
  • pocket clip
  • comfortable weight and size
  • textured handle

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Buck

Newt

• Favorite Features -
  • available in a great variety of colors
  • perfect for keychain or purse
  • knife and scissors features

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297 Sirus

• Favorite Features -
  • ease of use with one-hand blade opening/closing
  • duel color, laser etched designs for unique look
  • pocket clip

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777 Lumina

• Favorite Features -
  • available in a variety of clear colors
  • 5mm LED light with programmed functions
  • ease of use with one-hand blade opening/closing
  • lanyard clip

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    Buck has long been known as a maker of quality knives you can depend on!  I'm pleased to see so much innovation in the design and function of their knives.  For the collector as well as the person who carries a knife for everyday use, you absolutely can not go wrong with a Buck!  Tremendously well done, Buck!

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Remington

FAST Camo Mossy Oak Obsession Black Blade

• Favorite Features -
  • one hand opening/closing for ease of use
  • rubber coated handle for a sure grip
  • pocket clip

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Swift-Lokt Assisted Opening Knife

• Favorite Features -
  • easy grip handle with rubber inserts
  • pocket clip
  • steel blade

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    Everything about these knives shows the quality, dependability and durability Remington is known for.  I'm impressed with the weight of the knives - perfectly balanced - as well as the design.  Tremendously well done, Remington!

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Accessories

Coleman

www.coleman.com

 

Widebeam Flashlight

• Favorite Features -
  • provides 140 degrees of light
  • super bright xenon blue-tipped bulb
  • ergonomic soft rubber grip handle
  • easy battery access
  • weatherproof design
  • available in two sizes

    Excellent flashlight!  Lightweight, bright light, wide beam all show the quality and design that went into the creation of these flashlights!  Definitely take them on camping trips as well as keep one in your vehicle and home for those times when you need light.  Tremendously well done, Coleman!

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Retro Remote Control Family-Size Lantern

• Favorite Features -
  • remote or manual operation - remote works from 40 feet away
  • 15 watt fluorescent U-tube
  • runs for 30 hours on low
  • uses D cell batteries

    Perfect for camping as well as an extra light to keep around the home for those times when the power is out!  The person on your list who loves to camp, will love this lantern!  Tremendously well done, Coleman!

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SurvivalCat Emergency Preparedness Kit

• Favorite Features -
  • compact kit for cold weather travel emergencies
  • 800 BTU Catalytic heater raises temperature up to 20 degrees inside a vehicle
  • two emergency blankets
  • waterproof matches
  • runs for up to 27 hours
  • sturdy case to keep it all together

    Anyone on your list who lives in a cold weather area would appreciate this as a gift!  Extremely well done, Coleman!

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