Looking for a new multi tool... Swisstool, maybe?

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Mahgnillig

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Hi all :) I've been lurking around here a bit lately, but this is my first post.

Based on some of the advice I read on here, I bought a Spyderco Native as I wanted a good folding knife with a plain blade to go on my duty belt (I'm an animal control officer). So far, so good, though if anyone knows where I can get a nylon sheath for it, please let me know.

I'm also looking for a good multi tool as a companion to the knife. At the moment I have a first generation Leatherman Wave, which I don't really like. I've managed to mangle my hands a few times from using the non-locking screwdrivers, and it has some rust on it... so I'm looking for something different.

I've noticed that a lot of people round here rate the Swisstools pretty highly. I'm curious to know, what are the main differences between the original Swisstool and the Swisstool Spirit? Also, how useful are the bits and bit driver that come with the "Plus" versions? Worth getting, or do they just add weight and take up space?

At the moment I'm leaning towards the Swisstool Spirit (the one with the serrated blade and scissors), since I already have a plain blade on the Spyderco.

Any help, comments, info, etc. appreciated :)

Thanks!
 
I own a ton of Vics,no spirit but I do own a swisstool,I have no complaints with any of them.The spirit seems a good choice in my opinion,especialy since you'll be carrying the native.

Welcome to bladeforums!
 
oh well,,cant post up any pics right now,,,sorry,,,but i highly recommend the spirit,,
 
I have a Spirit and a regular Swisstool. I carry the Spirit nearly every day. It is slightly smaller, but just about as robust as the full size Swisstool. The wierdo knife blase took some getting used to, but like it better after I took off the serrations and beveled it on both sides.

The Swisstool I got in a trade for a Leatherman Surge that I didn't care for. This I store in the car or use when I expect heavier work. I'd like to get a Swisstool X or RS because I like having a scissors.
 
My practice, when deliberating between two excellent candidates, is to choose the one that weighs less and feels better in the hand.

If you can get a good deal on the "plus," it won't hurt to have it on hand. It seems to me, though, if you're not really sure that a driver and bits would be useful, you probably won't need them (I also believe in "Simplify!).

I hope this helps.
 
Thanks all :) I ordered one from Tim at the FelineVet shop, so I get a new tool for work and get to help out kitties at the same time.
 
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