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My Victorinox Swiss army knife. Got it close to 30 years ago, and I still carry it every day, using it for dozens of different things.
I've replaced the scales once, and the blade was ruined by a dodgy knife sharpener, but it still holds an edge.
The Cyber Tool M. The screwdriver bits are eternally useful in my everyday life.
I'm quoting from memory right now, as I've had to leave it home today while flying.
I can't remember the exact sizes of the last two, but they've always been the right sizes for me, working in technology.
Two blades are a must - it's surprising how many times a smaller blade is useful (eg. prying the back off something with a very narrow gap).
The screwdrivers are my most commonly used/useful tools in everyday life - tighten a hinge or a handle, stuff like that.
Most of the others are occasionally useful - I've used the awl for emergency repairs on tent stitching - but the above are the ones I'd rate the most.
Just got home from my trip - here's a pic of the driver bits next to the knife. As you can see, the smallest Phillips is pretty small - I've worked on some small devices with that one.
This knife is part of my everyday carry for work and general use. When working around the house, and out camping, I also carry a Leatherman Surge.