# TSA-Approved Multitools The Tactica M250 Can Hold Up to 14 Bits for Quick Adjustments By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-08-29 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tactica-m250 References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2019/08/29/meet-the-edc-thats-a-12-bit-screwdriver-set-with-tsa-approval/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tactica/m250-hex-drive-toolkit-by-tactica?ref=7o8id6&token=e4f7214f) The Tactica M250 from Chijoff+Co is a TSA-approved multitool for travelers and adventurers alike that will offer them a way to stay prepared for anything that might come up. The unit comes with 12 hex-bits that can be docked within and also accommodates two additional bits to let users integrate their own bits to ensure they can make adjustments to anything when out of the house. The bits are crafted from steel with a titanium oxide coating that helps them maintain enhanced durability and a shiny finish. The Tactica M250 from Chijoff+Co is the design work of Michael Chijoff and weighs in at just over 100 grams to make it a discreet solution for DIYers to carry with them wherever they go. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Tsa-approved Multitools:** Travelers demand portable solutions and there are opportunities for manufacturers to design TSA-approved multitools that help them stay prepared on-the-go. - **Customizable Bits:** Tools that come with limited pre-installed bits can be customized with additional bits to cater to the specific needs of different users. - **Durable Tool Materials:** Manufacturers can experiment with and introduce different durable and lightweight tool materials like titanium oxide-coated steel for a better user experience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Tool Manufacturing:** The tool manufacturing industry could explore opportunities to design more TSA-compliant and portable multitools for DIY enthusiasts and adventurers. - **Travel Accessories:** With the rise of travel gear and accessories, the trend of TSA-approved and portable multitools presents an opportunity for companies to make innovative travel accessories to cater to travelers' specific needs. - **Material Science:** The optimization of titanium and steel alloys with compounds like titanium-oxide can enable the design and production of more durable yet lightweight tools for various applications. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modular Micro Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pill-multitool.md) - [Stylish Titanium Multitool Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fulcrum-mini-titanium-pocket-tool.md) - [10-in-One Tracker-Friendly Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airtag-multitool.md) - [Metallic Multitool Carabiner Clips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titanium-multitool-carabiner.md) - [Featherweight Titanium Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/featherweight-titanium-multitool.md) - [Miniscule Titanium Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniscule-titanium-multitools.md) - [Tactical Titanium EDC Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timav-nextool.md) - [Tactical Magnetic Titanium Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timate-gripngo-20.md) - [Hyper-Tough Titanium Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smith-blade.md)