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#238424 - 01/01/12 05:42 PM Re: Multi-tool Suggestions [Re: bacpacjac]
Russ Offline
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Originally Posted By: bacpacjac
...Agreed on all counts Russ. The Kick is ok but I prefer locking blades. I passed on the Charge because it was so close to Christmas and because it was a little heavy for my liking. I don't think it would be edc for me, it's too big for DS, but would make a nice addition to a kit.
Yep. My TTi sits at the bottom of my EDC backpack as a just-in-case. Too heavy and pricey to use and risk being lifted, but too useful to leave in a drawer at home. The LM Fuse (the with knife version) has useful tools -- not every tool for every situation, but the few tools that are useful in many situations -- at this point I've used all of them. Outside a survival/emergency situation, I don't see much use for the 3" wood saw or 3" file found on many of the larger MT's, and any drivers or bits not an actual part of the tool will just get lost.
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#238442 - 01/01/12 10:14 PM Re: Multi-tool Suggestions [Re: ]
Paul810 Offline
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Registered: 03/02/03
Posts: 1428
Loc: NJ, USA
The Sidekick and the Wingman are considered entry level tools. I've got a sidekick and I like it, but I'd never replace my Wave or Charge with it. It's obvious that those tools are a step above, which is why you pay more for them.

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#238444 - 01/01/12 10:33 PM Re: Multi-tool Suggestions [Re: bacpacjac]
LesSnyder Offline
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Registered: 07/11/10
Posts: 1680
Loc: New Port Richey, Fla
afteraction report on my new Leatherman Juice S2... I'm happy to report that it performed admirably today, cracking blue crab claws (I usually cut both sides of the claws with a blade, but didn't want to damage the table with an oops)... also included were corn on the cob, shrimp, kelbasa, and red potatoes...along with hush puppies and key lime pie (my contribution)... smile


Edited by LesSnyder (01/01/12 10:34 PM)

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#238454 - 01/02/12 01:40 AM Re: Multi-tool Suggestions [Re: bacpacjac]
UTAlumnus Offline
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Registered: 03/08/03
Posts: 1019
Loc: East Tennessee near Bristol
If you have the chance, check the edges on the original SwissTool. To me, they are better than the ones on the end of the bottle opener on a SAK. The Plus model also has the bit wrench. Do the newer LM's use real screwdriver bits or the proprietary flat bits from a few years ago?

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#238464 - 01/02/12 06:45 AM Re: Multi-tool Suggestions [Re: UTAlumnus]
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Registered: 02/14/09
Posts: 118
Both of Victorinox's (Swiss made) multi-tools (the Spirit and the SwissTool) are, in my view, as good as they get. I presently carry the SwissTool.

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#238514 - 01/03/12 01:17 AM Re: Multi-tool Suggestions [Re: GradyT34]
bacpacjac Offline
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Registered: 05/05/07
Posts: 3601
Loc: Ontario, Canada
Originally Posted By: GradyT34
Both of Victorinox's (Swiss made) multi-tools (the Spirit and the SwissTool) are, in my view, as good as they get. I presently carry the SwissTool.


Victorinox is added to the list. Thanks gang!!
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#238519 - 01/03/12 02:38 AM Re: Multi-tool Suggestions [Re: bacpacjac]
Paul810 Offline
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I think I'm up to around 40 multi-tools now. These things can be addicting to collect. smile

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#238521 - 01/03/12 06:07 AM Re: Multi-tool Suggestions [Re: Paul810]
AKSAR Offline
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Registered: 08/31/11
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Loc: Alaska
Originally Posted By: Paul810
I think I'm up to around 40 multi-tools now. These things can be addicting to collect. smile
Have you sought professional help for this addiction? Or perhaps a support group? wink
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#238525 - 01/03/12 09:47 AM Re: Multi-tool Suggestions [Re: AKSAR]
Paul810 Offline
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Loc: NJ, USA
Originally Posted By: AKSAR
Have you sought professional help for this addiction? Or perhaps a support group? wink


Does AKTI count? whistle

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#238526 - 01/03/12 01:13 PM Re: Multi-tool Suggestions [Re: bacpacjac]
chaosmagnet Offline
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Carpal Tunnel

Registered: 12/03/09
Posts: 3819
Loc: USA
While I collect Leathermans, the one Victorinox Swiss Tool I have is extremely robust and well-made.

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