In a previous video, I gave a quick introduction to the ROXON Flex.

At the time, I hinted that a more in-depth look was coming. The reason I waited was because I had a specific use case in mind, and I needed a few extra implements to arrive before I could build the Flex the way I wanted.

Those tools finally came in, so it was time to sit down, go over the ROXON Flex properly, and customize it for my hiking bag.

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What Is the ROXON Flex?

The ROXON Flex is a fully modular, fully customizable multitool.

For years, many of us have been asking the multitool industry for a modern multitool that allows users to choose the tools they actually want to carry.

There are a few other modular options on the market, but the ROXON Flex feels like one of the most fully developed versions of that idea.

Instead of being locked into a factory tool layout forever, the Flex gives you the ability to remove and replace individual implements.

That means you can build the tool around your actual needs.

Why Modularity Matters

Most multitools force you to carry whatever toolset the manufacturer decided was best.

That usually means you end up with tools you use constantly, tools you rarely use, and tools you may never touch at all.

The ROXON Flex changes that conversation.

If you want a hiking-focused multitool, you can build one. If you want a work-focused multitool, you can build one. If you want a compact EDC setup with very specific implements, you can build that too.

That is what makes the Flex so interesting.

ROXON Flex Warranty and Specs

The box lists a 25-year warranty, which is great to see on a modular multitool.

The listed specs are:

• Closed size: 4.21 inches tall, 1.49 inches wide, and 0.86 inches thick
• Open size: 5.82 inches tall, 4.96 inches wide, and 0.86 inches thick
• Weight: 9 ounces

The Flex is not a tiny multitool, but for what it offers, that size and weight make sense.

Materials

The tool list on the box includes several materials depending on the implement.

• Knife, scissors, can opener, bottle opener, chisel, awl, and rope cutter: DIN 1.4116
• Replaceable cutters and Phillips screwdriver: 5Cr15MoV
• Handles and pliers: 2Cr13 or 3Cr13

The Flex also includes replaceable wire cutters, which is a welcome feature on a tool designed for real use.

Included Accessories

Inside the box, the Flex comes packed with several useful accessories.

• Hard shell case
• Spacers
• Wrench for replacing the cutters
• Replacement cutters
• Extra screws
• Function and material list

ROXON also sent over additional spacers and a couple of extra cases.

Exterior Overview

The ROXON Flex includes a pocket clip, exterior branding, locking controls for the implements, and slide-style actuators to help access the tools.

The version shown in the video had already been carried before filming, so there was some visible wear on the tool.

That is not a bad thing. Gear should get used.

Installed Tools

The fully equipped ROXON Flex configuration shown in the video includes a wide range of implements.

• Knife blade
• Awl
• Flathead screwdriver
• Bottle opener
• Phillips screwdriver
• Rope cutter
• Chisel
• Wire stripper functions
• Can opener
• File
• Depth gauge
• Scissors

The implements are outside-opening and lock into place, which makes them easier and safer to use than non-locking internal tools.

Pliers and Replaceable Cutters

The pliers include both needle-nose and regular plier sections.

The Flex also includes replaceable soft and hard wire cutters.

Replaceable cutters are a major benefit on a multitool because cutters are one of the areas that can wear or damage over time. Being able to replace them helps extend the useful life of the tool.

Scissors Test

The included long scissors performed well in the quick test.

They cut cordage cleanly and handled basic paper cutting without issue.

Good scissors are one of the most useful multitool implements, so seeing them perform well was a positive sign.

My Hiking Bag Use Case

The reason I wanted to wait before doing the full ROXON Flex video was because I had a specific use case in mind.

This tool is going into my hiking bag.

I hike almost daily, and I already carry a cheap multitool that has come in handy several times. But I wanted something more capable and better suited to how I actually use a multitool on the trail.

That is where the modular design becomes valuable.

The Implements I Ordered

For this hiking-focused setup, I ordered three additional implements.

• Tapered saw
• Short scissors
• Ferro rod / flint

Each implement was mentioned as being around $6 at the time of filming.

The tapered saw is a long tool that takes one long slot. The short scissors take three short spaces. The ferro rod is a short tool that takes one short space.

Deciding What to Remove

Because the Flex has limited long and short tool slots, customizing it means deciding what matters most.

For this hiking setup, I removed several implements that made less sense for my specific use case.

• Awl
• File and depth gauge
• Rope cutter
• Long scissors
• Chisel and wire stripper functions

Those tools may be useful in other configurations, but they were not the priority for this hiking bag build.

Installing the Tapered Saw

The tapered saw was one of the main tools I wanted to add.

A saw makes sense in a hiking bag because it can be useful for small trail tasks, emergency situations, and light outdoor use.

It is not a replacement for a dedicated folding saw, but it adds a useful capability to the multitool.

Adding the Short Scissors

I also added the short scissors.

The long scissors worked well, but switching to the short scissors helped free up the long slot for the saw while still keeping scissor functionality in the tool.

The short scissors worked just fine during the quick test.

Adding the Ferro Rod

The ferro rod, or flint as ROXON calls it, was the tool I was most on the fence about.

I usually have a lighter with me, but having a backup fire-starting option in a hiking kit is not a bad idea.

The ferro rod does require a secondary tool to strike it, such as a pocket knife, but as a backup implement, it still makes sense for an outdoor-focused setup.

Final ROXON Flex Hiking Setup

After customizing the tool, my hiking-focused ROXON Flex setup included:

• Tapered saw
• Can opener
• Ferro rod / flint
• Knife blade
• Phillips screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver / bottle opener
• Short scissors
• Pliers with replaceable cutters

That layout makes much more sense for how I plan to use this tool in my hiking bag.

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Final Thoughts

The ROXON Flex is one of the most exciting multitools I have seen in a while because it lets you build around your actual use case.

For my hiking bag, the ability to add a saw, keep scissors, include a ferro rod, and remove tools I do not need makes a lot of sense.

This is the kind of modularity many of us have wanted from the multitool industry for years.

ROXON came out swinging with the Flex, and I am excited to keep testing this setup on the trail.

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