Originally Posted by
canklecat
The proper tool costs less than $10 and will save at least that much in reduced aggravation and potential injury if the Atom freewheel is jammed.
This ^^^^^
In a prior life I tried to avoid getting the right tools for a job like this (bikes and otherwise) but I have realized over the years that, for me, the aggravation almost always far exceeded the small price for the right tool.
This topic is timely for me since just last week I had to purchase a freewheel remover I didn't already have. I realize I am fortunate to be able to buy it since times are tough for many.