Micro Tool Spool: Micro String, Wire, and Tape Spool Tool
A Tiny Spool That Keeps Useful Material Ready
Loose line is useful right up until it becomes a knot at the bottom of your kit. The Micro Tool Spool gives fishing line, fine wire, thread, tape, dental floss, or light cordage a flat stainless steel place to stay organized.
At about 2 inches tall, 0.5 inches wide, and 0.030 inches thick, it is roughly the size of a large paperclip. Load it for the job ahead, then clip it to a keychain, zipper pull, necklace, or tuck it inside a compact fishing or repair kit.
It arrives unloaded, so you choose exactly what goes on it. A small spool can turn a handful of loose material into an organized fishing, sewing, repair, or emergency kit.
"A little bit of string goes a very long way." Taylor Martin, Best Damn EDC.
Tiny Spool, Tidy Kit
Fishing line, wire, and thread solve a surprising number of problems, but loose coils snag, kink, and disappear into the bottom of a pouch. The Micro Tool Spool keeps a useful length controlled until the moment you need it.
Wind the material around the recessed center, route the end into a notch, and carry the spool with the rest of your gear. When the job is done, wind the remaining material back on the spool instead of making another pocket tangle.
Small tool. Less mess. More useful material where you can actually find it.
Load It for the Job Ahead
Set up each spool around one job or build a few different versions for the kits you already carry.
- Fishing line for a compact fishing kit
- Fine wire for gear repair or trap building
- Sewing thread or dental floss for fabric repairs
- Narrow tape for quick wraps and patches
- Light cordage for tying, lashing, and organizing
A careful wrap can generally hold around 40 feet of thin fishing line. Thicker materials take more room, so capacity changes with the material you choose.
Learn How to Load and Use the Micro Tool Spool
Keeping material on a spool is only half the job. A good wrap should stay neat in your kit, unwind without fighting you, and leave the remaining material ready for the next repair.
Anchor the starting end, wind in even layers with steady tension, and secure the loose end in one of the notches. Keep fine fishing line and thread away from wire that could cut them. Separate spools are the easiest answer when materials do not belong together.
The complete Spool Skill Guide covers thread, fishing line, repair wire, tape, waxed jute, bank line, and paracord inner strands, along with winding, layering, and quick deployment.
→ Learn How to Use a Spool for EDC, Survival, and Field Repair
Small Materials, Real Problems Solved
A broken strap, torn pack, loose piece of gear, missing tie, or improvised fishing rig can all call for material that is easy to carry and easy to lose.
- Unwind only the length you need
- Keep the remaining supply neat for the next job
- Carry separate spools for fishing, sewing, wire, or tape
- See what is loaded without digging through loose coils
Tiny gear earns its place one solved problem at a time.
Micro Tool Spool Details
Stainless Steel, Reusable, and Made in the USA
The Micro Tool Spool uses a thin stainless steel frame that can ride in a small kit without adding much weight or bulk. The recessed center keeps wrapped material inside the outline of the tool, while the end holes make it easy to add to a keychain or clip.
Reload it when supplies run low, keep it dry after wet use, and use it again. Grim Workshop backs Micro Tools with a lifetime guarantee under normal use.
It is a simple piece of gear, but simple is exactly what you want when the line starts trying to become a bird nest.
Micro Tool Spool Frequently Asked Questions
Build a Fishing or Repair Kit Around It
For fishing, load a spool with monofilament and pair it with Fishing Hook Micro Tools. For sewing and repair, load another with thread and add Sewing Needle Micro Tools. Separate spools make it easy to grab the right material without unwinding something else first.
A Micro Tool Silencer can help keep several Micro Tools together and quiet on a keychain.
WHY CHOOSE GRIM WORKSHOP'S SURVIVAL TOOLS?
INNOVATIVE DESIGN
We focus on creating multi-functional tools that maximize utility while minimizing space.
Expert Craftsmanship
Our tools are made in the USA with the highest standards of quality and durability.
made in the usa
Crafted in the USA, our products deliver premium durability and American craftsmanship.
Field-Tested Reliability
Our tools are trusted by outdoor enthusiasts, survivalists, and bushcrafters around the world.
ABOUT GRIM WORKSHOP
Grim Workshop is dedicated to creating innovative, durable, and compact everyday carry (EDC) and survival tools that you can rely on in any situation. With nearly a decade of experience, we pride ourselves on crafting tools that combine practicality with ingenuity, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality and durability. Made in the USA, our products are designed to be both effective and convenient, fitting seamlessly into your daily life or survival kit. Whether you're a seasoned outdoor enthusiast or someone who values preparedness, Grim Workshop provides the tools you need to stay ready for anything.
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Micro Tool Spool: Micro String, Wire, and Tape Spool Tool is proudly crafted in the USA, ensuring that every piece meets the highest standards of quality and durability. Made with precision and care, this card embodies the best of American craftsmanship, providing you with a reliable and robust survival tool that you can trust in the most demanding situations. When you choose this card, you're not just getting a tool—you're getting a piece of equipment built to last.
Reviews (17)
Michael Bella
VerifiedPuts 25ft of Hercules 150lb braided aramid on my keychain. What does Grim make that sucks? Oh that's right, nothing.
Jan Hutchins
VerifiedGood to have
Jerry Wells
VerifiedWas exactly what I wanted
Dan R Diercks
VerifiedN/A
Troy Gilliland
VerifiedI ordered multiples for different kits and different options.i really like these.
Brian Loftus
VerifiedGreat compact efficient product for storing some emergency cordage, lacing wire, or fishing line.
Cody Wilber
VerifiedWell made, smaller than pic shows
John Driscoll
VerifiedVery very small wouldn’t recommend to friends
Christopher Gagne
VerifiedGreat products. Very well made and best made in the USA.
Andrew Girdlestone
VerifiedFantastic piece of equipment to store lengths of cord
Bob Wyse
VerifiedOne of a kind item. Great addition for backpack fishing kit. Perfect transaction. Outstanding seller!
Michelle Harrison
VerifiedIdeal for tape, fishing line etc
Jason Pearson
VerifiedGreat item to have in my EDC kit was easy to fill with fishing line and other line. Takes up little room for what all I could put in it.
William Nichelson
VerifiedGreat tool fits right into my survival fishing kit. AMAZING how much line you can fit on it.
Brad Scott
VerifiedWaste of money. Seriously save your money
Bryan Slade
VerifiedA+++++
Katherine Rose
VerifiedHandy and portable. Holds an amazing amount of Kevlar thread.
Micro Tool Spool: Micro String, Wire, and Tape Spool Tool
$5.99