Fishbone Gravity Hook Tie this thing to a rope and you can use it to pick up objects off the ground, all while doubling as a grappling hook for mountaineering tasks.

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You know those impossibly difficult claw crane machines that allowed you to take a stuffed doll if you can stabilize the claw long enough to grab it? Yeah, those are horrible. However, they did inspire the Fishbone Gravity Hook, a mechanical claw and grappling hook that you can use to grab stuff on the ground.

That’s right, you can tie this thing to a rope and use it to retrieve that beloved limited-edition Swiss Knife you dropped on a ridge in a steep cliff (or similar hard-to-reach areas). Yes, you won’t need something like that every day, whether in the backcountry or around the city, but it’s the kind of tool that becomes a godsend once the use for one comes up.

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The Fishbone Gravity Hook has a jaw that automatically opens when it touches the ground and closes once you raise it, trapping whatever object it grabs as you pull the thing back up. It boasts a strong bite that allows it to grab a secure hold on a variety of stuff, so you can use it to build a less-frustrating claw crane machine for your child’s next birthday party. Even better, it comes with crosshooks that, when added to the assembly, turns it into a functional grappling hook that you can use to secure a boat onto shore, hang your food supplies from a tree, or climb walls like a ninja. Or something. Do note, it comes unassembled, so you’ll have to build it yourself (don’t worry, they include instructions).

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Available in stainless steel and titanium versions, the Fishbone Gravity Hook is priced starting at $39.99.

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