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    Best plier based multi tool?

    Have had good results from both Leatherman and Swiss tool in the past, but not against an ebay/no name brand and saving money too.

    Looking for a PHD grad present for a buddy, who plays alot outside.


    Needs pliers and a knife bade and a few other tools, 4-6" total length when folded


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    can't beat a leatherman wave.
    swing your fucking sword.

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    I love my leatherman skeletool for daily use. Good pliers and knife + screwdriver bits. Plenty of mods available as well


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    Quote Originally Posted by stealurface831 View Post
    can't beat a leatherman wave.
    x2

    have had one for ages and it has served me well

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    Gerber mp400. Good set of tools and smaller size/weight in the pack. Too small for daily use though. I like the gerber opening mechanism, scissors and sheath better than leatherman, but all of that is just a personal preference. If you're willing to get it used, there are tons of cheap ones on ebay, sometimes with the sheath. Maybe from TSA seizures? I've bought 3-4 that way and they're always like new.

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    Quote Originally Posted by jdoyle View Post
    I love my leatherman skeletool for daily use. Good pliers and knife + screwdriver bits. Plenty of mods available as well


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    this one is in my ski pack because it’s so light
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    I've carried leatherman when i did the HW gig but IME the most useful thing was the lockblade swiss army with the saw/ scissors/ awl, I used the saw so many times to make/ modify computer parts or enlarge cable holes in desks but I supose it would depend on the needs of the user
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    The Leatherman screwdriver will not be able to unscrew or tighten binding screws which need a lot of torque. Ask me how i know

    Instead, i carry a dakine screwdriver with bits in the handle and very also pliers. Together they do the job and they are very light.

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    Quote Originally Posted by jdoyle;[emoji[emoji6[emoji640
    [emoji638]][emoji640][emoji639]][emoji637][emoji6[emoji640][emoji638]][emoji637][emoji6[emoji640][emoji638]][emoji637][emoji638]]I love my leatherman skeletool for daily use. Good pliers and knife + screwdriver bits. Plenty of mods available as well


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    +[emoji637] - I carry a skeletool every day (at work)

    Everything you need:
    - Pliers / wire cutters
    - knife
    - bit driver - Philips & slot
    - bottle opener

    But none of the “useless” things: file, saw, can opener, etc…

    **fits in your back pocket - not uncomfortable, not large.



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    Best plier based multi tool?

    I also carry a Doc Allen’s Versa-Tool in my ski kit because it’s a better driver for bindings and it’s nice sometimes to have a grabby in one hand and a twisty in another

    and the Skeletool is great for what it it is - my heavier tools are no better
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    Quote Originally Posted by mntlion View Post
    Have had good results from both Leatherman and Swiss tool in the past, but not against an ebay/no name brand and saving money too.

    Looking for a PHD grad present for a buddy, who plays alot outside.


    Needs pliers and a knife bade and a few other tools, 4-6" total length when folded
    I like the Schrade multi tools a lot. This one:

    https://www.ebay.com/itm/22512249266...EaAglFEALw_wcB

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    I suppose it depends on application like skier, MTBer, hiker, etc. Some people really need a good screwdriver and some people cut stuff.

    Useless opinion: I have several multi-tools/swiss army knives and some miscellaneous pocket knives, but (apart from bike tools), I have gotten more use out of a 6 foot length of paracord than any specific tool. Paracord makes a lousy gift though.

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    Quote Originally Posted by ~mikey b View Post
    this one is in my ski pack because it’s so light
    Same here. Skeletool wins the weight to function contest. And lives in my skin pack along with duck tape and zip ties and cord

    If weight isn’t a concern get a heavy beast.
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    +3 for Skeletool

    Makes a good compliment to the activity-specific tools I carry in my backcountry and mountain bike packs, and a great EDC in one's trouser pocket.

    I got my groomsmen these as a simple gift, there's an option to engrave the blade which makes it kinda personal.
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    +[emoji640] on skeletool w/ accessory bit holder
    Only downside is the off center spinning process of using it — not great for that low screw parallel & just a cm off the surface of the ski, but doable

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    Quote Originally Posted by jdoyle View Post
    I love my leatherman skeletool for daily use. Good pliers and knife + screwdriver bits. Plenty of mods available as well


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    Mods. Huh. That led to a rabbit hole of Reddit and YouTube.

    Cool upgrades out there.
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    https://www.rocktol.com/

    reviews seem good (for the price) I've got one on order. See how it goes


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