History: NaviTool

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Housing

Construction of the NaviTool is basically made up of two seperate components. There is the compass module, containing a first rate liquid-filled compass, and the main housing, which contains everything else. The two pieces connect by means of a quarter-turn twist lock mechanism.

The main housing is made up of two panels of aluminum sheet, sandwiched around a rubber-and-plastic center section. (Note that the metal panels on the NaviTool have a black anodized finish, while those on the i-Quip have matte aluminum finish)

Blades and Tools

NaviTool components

blades

lighter compartment

red LED light

All the blades and tools lock open except for the corkscrew.

• Spear point knife blade with plain edge. Measures 2-3/4" long (65mm)
• Scissors
• Saw blade
• Combination flat phillips screwdriver/bottle opener
• Combination small flathead screwdriver/can opener
• Corkscrew

Locking Mechanism

A notch in the back of each blade is engaged by a spring tab, locking the blade open. It can be unlocked by pressing downwards on any of the neighboring blades.

Other Features

Detachable compass module

• liquid filled
• moveable declination screen

SOLAS certified whistle

• ACME Tornado brand, made in England.

LED flashlight

• Push button on top face of unit to actuate. Requires (1) CR2032 battery.

Signal mirror

• Protected in compartment beneath electronics module.

Lighter compartment

• Note compartment is not waterproof. Designed for standard Bic lighter. See photo at right.

Belt clip

• Large spring-loaded affair, suitable for belt or backpack straps, etc.

Sheath

None.

Dimensions

• Length = 4-1/4" (110mm)
• Width = 2-1/2" (65mm)
• Thickness = 2-1/4" (55mm)
• Weight = 8.7 oz (246g)

Variations

None.

Background

Announced by Schrade as the ST175 NaviTool in late 2001. Made in USA. Production ceased in 2004 when Schrade Cutlery closed their doors.

Related Tools

The Schrade NaviTool is essentially a less-expensive i-Quip with a compass in place of the electronics module.

Related Info

• NaviTool review - at Multitool.org
• Patent D456,687 - Tool pod housing

Schrade NaviTool owners manual