Leatherman Style CS

This tiny wonder packs all the handyman-approved features of other Leatherman models—durability, uncompromising functionality—into a compact, pocket-friendly size: just under 3 inches, when folded. While most Leatherman multitools splay to reveal a sturdy pair of precision needlenose pliers, the 1.4-ounce Style CS has spring-loaded scissors instead—a handier tool for day-to-day use. The inclusion of a traditional folding knife and a serviceable screwdriver (along with three other tools) makes this Leatherman ideal for those who spend as much time in a cubicle as in the great outdoors. $25, leatherman.com

Kaufmann Mercantile EDC Kit

In a world of collapsible 100-in-1 multitools, why would you want a key chain weighed down with single-function implements? These, however, are not your ordinary tools. See that pry bar? It's made with industrial-grade steel (and was originally commissioned by the U.S. Army). The handles of the two solid-metal screwdrivers are roughly the same width as those of full-size tools, which makes them easy to hold, while the tweezers are forged from a single piece of tempered stainless steel. The hermetically sealed, waterproof lighter is coolest of all: Under an inch tall, its flat bottom lets it stand like a candle. $48, kaufmann-mercantile.com

Swiss-Tech Utili-Key 6-in-1