Here’s an interesting item dating back to the beginning of the 21st century. In other words, “my how time flies.” That’s when the folks at Sharper Image came up with the famous Zytool. Introduced at $59.95 this neat and nifty “technological marvel” was touted as the greatest thing since sliced bread… or was that bottled beer. Here’s a quote from the Sharper Image web site:
Inspired by the nifty key-holders of the best new luxury vehicles, Zytool® is Sharper Image Design's well-crafted multi-tool, multi-function device that looks and feels gratifyingly sensual — solid, sleek, neat, dynamic. In the hand, it feels pleasurable and satisfying, and it's amazingly useful for everything from tightening eyeglass frames to recording verbal memos.
Its handle is made of space-age Zytel™ — Dupont's® innovative impact-resistant nylon polymer. Push the button and three stainless-steel screwdrivers flip open with a perceptible "thump." Tools include a Phillips screwdriver; a tiny screwdriver for eyeglass frames with an inch and metric measure; and a flat-head screwdriver with file. Choose one blade and press the others back into the handle.
Zytool is also an excellent digital voice recorder with 20-second memory — ideal for noting your car's parking location or an elusive address. The blue LED mini light illuminates dark keyholes, theater programs or maps. A two-hour countdown timer helps keep you on schedule. Comes with key rings to attach to swivel eyelet. Handle measures 3 1/2" long. Weighs 3 1/2 oz. Recorder and light are powered by 2 CR2032 lithium batteries (4 included). Select blue, black or red. Created by Sharper Image ®.
Time passes. Now in December 2007 the Zytool is long since missing from active duty. The last price listed was $9.95 and it was a deal sweetener for other products sold by Sharper Image. Act now for a limited time only…
Most of the Zytools have come and gone. Some are still in active service and many have found their way to the dumpster.
Earlier today I was sorting through a few boxes of items in storage that had not been opened since our family move in 2002. Lo and behold here was a brand new unopened factory sealed package containing a Zytool. According to the bar code, this one is yellow! It was a gift that I never got around opening.
I guess I really never had the urge to be a genuine Zytool user.
Here’s your chance to have your very own Zytool. Everything is complete as shipped from the factory. The shrink-wrapped package was never opened. The two CR2032 batteries included in the package are probably still good since this type of battery has an extremely long shelf life.
Act now!