A Bit Cross: Crucifix-Shaped Multi-Tool

There’s everything to love about this cross-shaped screwdriver/pendant from designer Michiel Cornelissen, not least the pun-tacular name: A Bit Cross. Here’s Michiel’s description: With its combination of symbolical and practical strengths, it’s hard to think of a situation where this pendant would not have you covered. We don’t know if this new Christian Utility niche […]

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There’s everything to love about this cross-shaped screwdriver/pendant from designer Michiel Cornelissen, not least the pun-tacular name: A Bit Cross. Here’s Michiel’s description:

With its combination of symbolical and practical strengths, it’s hard to think of a situation where this pendant would not have you covered.

We don’t know if this new Christian Utility niche will take off, or even if it’s really allowed — is it considered respectful to use a cross to put together IKEA furniture, for example (the tool is designed to fit IKEA’s standard flat-pack hex bolts)?

The cross-driver is made from “laser sintered stainless steel”, designed by Cornelissen and “printed” by online 3D printing service Shapeways. The steel isn’t hardened like a proper tool, but for light jobs, or just to wear as an awesome pendant, it will do fine. The tool costs €30 or $45, and ships without the red leather cord. If you were thinking of buying me a Christmas present, consider this at the top of my list.

Product page [Michiel Cornelissen via Make]