Multi Tool.

[rod and serpent]

Does anybody have a multi tool. I was thinking of getting one but I dont know which one I should go for either Leathermans or Gerber.

[Muzzle]

Iv a Leatherman, no complaints, had it for 8+ years.

[California Tanker]

Gerber in my pocket, but I've never really heard any complaints about either.

NTM

[yellowjacket]

Have both, Leatherman seems to be a nicer finished tool, the Gerber seems tougher. I'm happy with either of them

If you want to get one at a good price, I recommend ebay thorougly - half the price you'd pay in a shop here or better.

[Slaphead]

Have a Leatherman,didnt think id get much use out of it but it can come in very handy.No complaints at all.

[mutter nutter]

If you want to get one at a good price, I recommend ebay thorougly - half the price you'd pay in a shop here or better.

LOL, that will annoy FMolloy, the IMO store sell's Gerber multi's

http://www.irishmilitaryonline.com/S...roducts_id=126

[backsturd]

I've a leatherman wave not really worth the money i paid for it i find the finish a bit shitty and and there are little niggly things like the blade i find it keally hard to get a good edge on it and the scissors is crap. I think there is a newer version out at the moment haven't seen it though. Have a good look around before you buy. I prefer my old swiss army knife anyday, have a look at the victorinox multi tool.

[Hang-Fire]

Well, I bought one for €1 in Lidl three years ago, and it's served me well!

Pliars are grand, knife loses it's edge after an exercise, but it's easily sharpened. Had a screwdriver too!

Don't waste your cash - head to the pound shop!
{Face it, if you break 71(+?) of them, you'll have wasted your money!}

[B Inman]

Well, I bought one for €1 in Lidl three years ago, and it's served me well!

Pliars are grand, knife loses it's edge after an exercise, but it's easily sharpened. Had a screwdriver too!

Don't waste your cash - head to the pound shop!
{Face it, if you break 71(+?) of them, you'll have wasted your money!}

What happens if it breaks when you need it ????

[strummer]

Both are fine. just a matter of personal preference as to which to get. I prefer the opening mechanism on the Gerber, but I "loaned" mine a while back and haven't seen it since !!!

I have a Leatherman Wave that I use everyday in my full-time job. Hasn't let me down yet. Have another Leatherman (basic model, whatever it's called) on my BDU's, that I also use the hell out of.

As with any tool, if you recognise its limitations and use it within them, you should be GTG.



Later.

[sandman]

A leatherman is your best investment in a multitool, at the end of the day you get what you pay for in terms of quality

[MINSTREL BOY]

Yeah Leathermans are a good piece of kit, but they can be quite expensive think of itas long term investment. Another good bit of kit is a Maglite and a CamelBack.

[strummer]

Maglite...was a good light in its day. But these days there are far superior products out there.

[O'B]

i bought a cheapie a few years ago at its been cool, however try the old army trick, borrow your buddy's!

[FMolloy]

Both Gerber & Leatherman tools are available from the store BTW.