Climbing and rappelling accessory and method

A device for facilitating construction of a v-thread anchor, comprising a threader comprising an extendable element terminating in a hook suitable for engaging a cord, wherein said extendable element comprises a flexible element having a first end and a second end, said first end terminating in a hook suitable for engaging a cord and said second end attached to a retracting spring, said device further comprising a pocket tool, said pocket tool having a longitudinal dimension extending from a first end of said pocket tool to a second end of said pocket tool, said threader attached to said pocket tool at a pivot point.