What is your favorite multi-tool??

[KAK]

I was just wondering what multi tools everyone likes. I have a gerber suspension I have used for about 2 years it is getting worn out and loose. I want a new one.

 

[kurt]

I have the original Leatherman Multi-Tool (PST) I bought when I started as a paramedic in 1987. The leather case is worn, but the tool is still in like new condition after all these years. Still under warranty for two more years too.

 

[jake75]

I have the schrade multi tool in my range bag. I've had it for a few years now and it still works great.

 

[coachrick]

I have the original Leatherman Multi-Tool (PST) I bought when I started as a paramedic in 1987. The leather case is worn, but the tool is still in like new condition after all these years. Still under warranty for two more years too.

That's pretty cool. I have an original Leatherman, basically new-in-box. It's only been out for 'inspections'. Shows the patent date of 1985, no model designation needed, I guess.

I have quite a few multis...Gerber, L-man, Victorinox, SuperKnife, even a Husky and a Stanley! My favorite is the one I can get my hands on at the time . One or two in each vehicle, one on the mountain bike, one in the den, one in the game room...you get the idea. For some reason, I feel the need to have within reach: a multi-tool, a flashlight and a tape measure. It's getting to the point that I should add 'magnifying glass' to the list. I recently gave away my original Gerber Multi-plier to a young lady in 'distress'. Kinda wish I had given away a 'cheaper' one...didn't have one with me at the time.

 

[RWSutt33]

I have the same Gerber that I have had since I was in the Navy in '96. I broke the blade on it in 2003, cuttin twine off round bails in a feed yard. I boxed it up sent it back to Gerber with a hand writen note of where I got the tool, how it broke and to send it back cod if they couldn't fix it. I recieved it back in a new carrying case and ALL the blades and screw driver tips had been reworked. It is the only multi tool I will ever carry.

 

[gladi8r]

A gerber from when it was issued to me in the Marine Corps still runs like a champ. Did see that new tool leatherman made for the ar platform though seems pretty neat.

 

[Vellcrow]

Gerber Multiplier that I have used since 1991 in the Air Force.

 

[suhsjake]

I use a Leatherman Wave for EDC/Garrison. I use a Gerber Multi-Plier 600 attached to my FLC when in the field.

 

[Bud-9]

+1 for the Leatherman Wave!

 

[ROGER4314]

Carried the Leatherman Wave for years as a technical instructor. Changed to a Gerber tool in industry for about 4 years. Every time I mow, the original Leatherman comes outside with me.

Incidentally, Leatherman does not have factory tours but I wrote to them and explained that I was coming to Portland on a motorcycle trip around the country. Tim Leatherman's personal assistant gave me a tour then handed me to an Engineer for an AutoCad 14 rundown.

Tim Leatherman was gone but I saw his offices.....both of them. The office for "show" is a fancy paneled room in the front of the plant but his real office has windows overlooking the factory. It has a workbench and is loaded with tools and things to tinker with.

Flash

 

[WadeP]

Last year, I replaced my Swiss Army knife with a Gerber Clutch and couldn't be more pleased. It's tiny enough for everyday pocket carry but handles light chores nicely. $18 at Lowes.

 

[majormadmax]

Got a couple of Gerbers, either bought 'em or they were issued; have always liked them and they have never let me down.

I have an few Leathermans that have held up well, but to me they are more of a "precision" instrument whereas the Gerber is a "tool."

If it's my money I'm spending, it'll go towards another Gerber!

Cheers! M2

 

[kerryp]

Here is a new twist for you, I saw it on crunchgear.com today and it cracked me up, kinda reminds me of the belt I had in the 70's and the extra wide leather watch band that went with it.

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