Other Tech

BOBBY PINS A flexible double-pronged hairpin, made of metal or plastic, they were used before the Great War to hold hair in place. They’re also useful for picking locks if you know how.
DELUXE TOOLKIT A heavy, but still technically portable, handled metal box containing an assortment of tools of different shapes, sizes, and functions, for opening and repairing a variety of mechanical and electronic devices. Having the right tool at your disposal can make most routine repairs simpler and can even allow you to attempt more ambitious projects away from the comforts of home.
GEIGER COUNTER A Geiger counter is a relatively simple tool, used to detect ionizing radiation. This is displayed on a small gauge, and signaled by a characteristic ticking sound, a common feature of counters, generated by the elec- tronics for easy detection and monitoring of radiation.
HOLOTAPE PLAYER A small device for playing back audio recorded to holotape, producing the sound out of a small speaker or into a connected set of headphones (not included). Video and data holotapes cannot be played back on this device, as it lacks a screen to display them—such tapes need to be played from a desk terminal or simi- lar computer.
ELECTRONIC LOCKPICKER Difficult to find in the wasteland, the Wattz Electronics Micromanipulator electronic lockpick is a potent tool that can pick mechanical and electronic locks more efficiently than a person can alone. However, they’re delicate, and can break down if misused.
HOLOTAGS A small, durable, identifying item used by the Brotherhood of Steel. Holotags contain information to identify their wearer in case of death. They also act as a “black box” data recorder for a suit of Power Armor, providing the Brotherhood record of the deeds of their fallen warriors. Though not especially valuable by themselves, the Brotherhood often pays a reward to any who bring in holotags they find.
MULTI-TOOL A handy little device, containing a set of pliers, some wire cutters, a variety of small wrenches and screw drivers, and other small tools, all built into a single tool. Different parts fold out of the handles as needed. Ideal for someone who needs basic tools but is still travelling light.