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OleRod
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Microtech Vector

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Bill,

Can you tell me the correct names of the screwdriver bits needed for the new (2011) Microtech Vector?

As I am sure you know there are three (3) types of heads:

1 & 2.....A Large and a Small raised triangle above the head.

3 ......A step down series of progressively smaller squares into the head.

Is it possible to buy these bits separately or do you have to buy a kit?

Can you suggest a seller?

Many thank again,

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Not a clue, except they are not standard fittings. M/T doesn't want anyone opening their knives.
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Re: Microtech Vector

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From what I'm seeing the Vector is made with typical torx screws.
However, if your running into those tri-bit screws, then you might need these.

http://www.bladehq.com/item--Microtech- ... ench--1562
http://www.bladehq.com/item--Microtech- ... Wing--8200
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Thanks!
I don't work on Microtechs.
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Re: Microtech Vector

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I am no doubt not telling you anything new..

Blade HQ has the smaller "triangle"bit (#2 above) and refers to it as " microtech medium triangle"
socket tool bit".

I am still searching for #1 above.

So far as #3 is concerned ........................I really screwed up .. it is the release button and not a screw. Sooooo.....

just forget I mentioned it (I am trying!! :oops: )

Thanks for putting up with me!!

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Can you take a picture of the screwheads (I'm usually really good at making makeshift tools for things like that).
I can probably help you out (at least give you some ideas).
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Re: Microtech Vector

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A good place for questions on MT screws/bits and such is to ask the folks at http://www.modelandtool.com/Wrenches.html
They also have about the best prices on the bits.
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whippersnapper wrote:A good place for questions on MT screws/bits and such is to ask the folks at http://www.modelandtool.com/Wrenches.html
They also have about the best prices on the bits.
Jeez Whipper thanks a lot. The site is very helpful to me. I owe you a beer.
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Re: Microtech Vector

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Whipper .... Matt said he could not help me.

Dark ..... Here is a pic. With all due respect I really do not want to jerryrig it.


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Re: Microtech Vector

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Whipper .... Matt said he could not help me.
Sorry to hear that
Can I ask a question? Why do you need to take the knife apart? Broken spring?
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Try some needle point tweezers or needle nose pliers.

I would think that the typical tri-bit heads would still work on that. (each bit goes between a wing)
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Re: Microtech Vector

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[quote="whippersnapper"]Can I ask a question? Why do you need to take the knife apart? Broken spring?

I would like to be able to adjust/tighten the screws if ever necessary. Evidently many others are like me in that these bits (and sets) are darn hard to find. Microtech's proprietary attitude is a challenge. If one had paid a few hundred bucks he should have fully control over his knife. Do you not think?

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