Allen Key Kickstarter Project: The D-Key

[Jeff Barber]

Got an email about this project this morning but I’m not sure I get it. It’s an allen key… shaped like a key.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/d- … e-tool-box

Looks like it would be handy to keep on a keychain but the claim that it produces "double the force" doesn’t add up for me. Could the additional surface area really make up for the shorter lever arm compared to a longer tool? (And not only make up for it but produce TWICE the force?)

[Irongrave]

Not sure I buy the double the force but it is a lot more comfortable on your hands. I still prefer T handle Allen Keys for the feel and control.

[Jeff Barber]

I think you’re right about it being more comfortable. At home I definitely prefer the T-grip but it’s not really portable.

[gar29]

More leverage since you can get more of your hand on the end of it? I’m also thinking there are many times you don’t want to much leverage…

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