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Leatherman (or equivalent) tools....

 Poster: A snowHead
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Thinking of Xmas presents for my brother who camps, skis and bikes.

I was considering one of the 'pocket' leathermans, but looking around there seem to be many equivalent tools at much better prices.

anyone have a view on what makes to look for, he has a penknife so is looking for something to supplement that, ie pliers, screwdrivers etc

Cheers,

Greg
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The Leatherman Wave is ace. I've not tried any others because mine just won't stop.
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After my 10 year old Leatherman was taken by security at Stansted whilst on my way to a regatta in Holland, I bought one of these at a fraction of the Leatherman price. http://www.gerbergear.co.uk/var/gerber_int/storage/images/frontpage/essentials/tools/evo-tool_22-41771/287832-8-eng-US/Evo-Tool_product_listing_gerber.jpg
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^^^ I picked up a Gerber of some sort for about £20 in Robert Dyas a few years ago and can't fault it
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For me:

CK Tools 6-in-1 tool set with custom bits – incl #3 pozi (86g/3.0oz):


Victorinox Mountaineers penknife that includes blade and scissors (82g/2.9oz):


I also have a Gerber Suspension multi-tool but very rarely carry it - despite being sold as 'light weight' at 255g it's far too heavy:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Gerber-22-01471-Suspension-Multi-Tool/dp/B000EDPT9K?tag=amz07b-21


Last edited by Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do. on Sun 5-01-20 22:45; edited 2 times in total
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Get a Leatherman. Had my 'Wave' for 10 years of working outside events and used it for everything under the sun. Some of the tech lads at work (day job is in a large live music venue) have had Gerbers, but almost all of them have returned to the Leatherman fold. I shall be retiring mine this year - but not because it's in any way lost it's edge, but because it now has such sentimental value I don't want to lose it 'in the field'...
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I'm with Arno and the others - I've used Gerber tools for years and they have never let me down. I've used Leatherman as well and think that they are generally overpriced in comparison to Gerber. I especially like the one handed opening and closing action on Gerber pliers and the solidity of the build - never let me down. I also like that I can deal direct in this country:

http://www.gerber-store.co.uk/

p.s. my Gerber has a lanyard ring which I use so I can't 'lose it in the field' Very Happy
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http://www.heinnie.com/ - sell just about everything at a good proce

try these in clearance http://www.heinnie.com/Clearance/Multi-Tasker/p-102-7364/

the blades are stonger than any secateurs you will find
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I've never got on with the Swiss army knifes.
Owned and lost a couple in my time and found them fiddley.

I've owned a couple of Leatherman multitools and loved them.

Some of the lads at work have the Gerber and they look and feel great too.

I'd go for that Leatherman Wave personally. It looks a beast and is a similar price to the popular Gerber compact sport 400.
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Leatherman Wave +1
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+1 for the wave
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Another Gerber fan. Much better value for money than a leatherman, designed to be opened one handed and a lot lighter too.
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used to call a lad at college "leatherman" because he was a complete tool...
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 You know it makes sense.
You know it makes sense.
I've had an old Leatherman (model name PST 2 or something) for about 10 years, and it's amazing.
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cheers all,

This is looking like the winner

http://www.heinnie.com/Pocket-Tools/Gerber-Multi-Tools/Dime/p-0-94-219-9137/
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I've got, and am a fan of the Leatherman Skeletool CX. I've used cheaper alternatives in the past, and they work well enough, however, they just don't last as long as the Leatherman. maybe I use them more than they are intended Smile
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I do like the Leatherman with the socket set. Have a full set of hex keys with it as well as the usual screwdriver bits. Took the tank off a mates motorbike on tour to do a repair with it Toofy Grin
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I know its past Crimbo but I thought I'd just like to say that if you did choose leatherman then good choice. I am a locksmith and use mine all day everyday. If I forget to take it to work then its like forgetting my right hand. I can sometimes do a whole job with just my leatherman. Gerber are also good but they are a tad more expensive. My model is the fuse btw.
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I was bought a Leatherman Wave for Chrimbo....... Very Happy
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Nice mate. Enjoy.
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I have one of these too, good when ski touring as they're quite a bit lighter than the Wave.

feef wrote:
I've got, and am a fan of the Leatherman Skeletool CX. I've used cheaper alternatives in the past, and they work well enough, however, they just don't last as long as the Leatherman. maybe I use them more than they are intended Smile
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