Multi-tool decision.

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redsoxnation32

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Hi guys. Ive been looking for a new multi-tool for quite some time since I lost my leatherman wave. I loved my leatherman wave, but this time i want to get something better. I have been looking at leathermans mostly but I am open to any good quality multi-tools. Here is what I need it to have:D
Plain edge Knife blade (external is best)
Saw
Serated Blade
File (wood&metal)
Pliers
Scissors (An absolute MUST)
Phillips and flathead screwdriver
Gut hook (not necessary)
If anybody has any ideas or suggestions please leave them below.
Much obliged.
 
I'm not sure which specific model will meet your criteria best, but I was extremely impressed with the quality of the Victorinox models.

Happy shopping!
 
you absolutely should go with victorinox, i am thinking about upgrading my gerber multitool(crap) to a swistool. Leathermen is alright, but victorinox is on a completely different level of engineering and feel. If you have the chance to handle both you will see how much better any victorinox is.
 
If scissors are important for you, and you want something other then the Wave for a change, get the Charge. The Spirit is a great MT, but the scissors on the Wave/Charge are MUCH better.
 
I dont like to use the word "Best " around Multis , as they are all by their basic nature compromises . All I can say is the Spirit has displaced all my other multi's ( thats lots , as I schleped a multi since the mid eighties ) . I find the Spirit scissors , but I really wonder why they didn't use the well proven SAK scissors .

The Wave would be my second choice . Pre 2004 waves were my longest running EDC Multitool relationship . I really dont like the new fangled drivers on recent Wave's . They are still one very fine tool .

Chris
 
I prefer the original Charge Ti . I don't like the gut hook thingy on the serrated blade . The crimping die is a weak point in the pliers , something you can't afford with cast pliers .

Chris
 
snorkem said:
you absolutely should go with victorinox, i am thinking about upgrading my gerber multitool(crap) to a swistool. Leathermen is alright, but victorinox is on a completely different level of engineering and feel. If you have the chance to handle both you will see how much better any victorinox is.
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I have to agree with this! I have had several makes and models of mulit-tools, Leatherman, Gerber, SOG, ect, and finally settled on the Vic Spirit. Outstanding quality! They have several models with the scissors option. You won't be disappointed with a Vic! :thumbup:
 
cdf said:
I prefer the original Charge Ti . I don't like the gut hook thingy on the serrated blade . The crimping die is a weak point in the pliers , something you can't afford with cast pliers .

Chris
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Yeah, I wonder about that too. So far, in three years of routine use, there hasn't been a problem, but it does seem a bit risky to reduce metal at a stress bearing point. Well, that's what a good warranty is for, I suppose :rolleyes: .
As for the crimper; I've improvised uses for it, but what is its actual purpose? How much demand was there for it? OTOH, I do like the gut hook for a number of applications, none of them involving guts.


vwb563 said:
I have to agree with this! I have had several makes and models of mulit-tools, Leatherman, Gerber, SOG, ect, and finally settled on the Vic Spirit. Outstanding quality! They have several models with the scissors option. You won't be disappointed with a Vic! :thumbup:
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Vic Spirit is great, but I prefer the screwdrivers, scissors and pliers on the Leatherman Charge, and one hand opening has been so convenient it has just about spoiled me for anything else. I have carried Vic SAKs for decades, still do, admire the hell out of the fit and finish, but for my purposes Leatherman multitools provide better implements.
 
Zap , I just think the crimping die is an un needed risk ( unless you use det caps lots . I could see the hook being handy , but a buddy of mine ( an experienced user cut himself pretty badly with one , double edged stuff is dangerous , why take chances if you don't need to .

Chris
 
The original poster never stated any sort of weight limit or size limit so I would go with either the Charge TTi or Swiss Tool X. Both have all the tools wanted, apart from the guthook on the Swiss Tool X.

Advantages of the Charge: Better file, scissors, main blade. The grip is a little "grippier." Can put on a removable lanyard loop or clip to hold in place so have multiple mounting options.

Disadvantages: You could loose the screw bits I guess.

Advantages of Swiss Tool X: Better corrosion protection. All the screwdrivers etc are built in. I actually like the ruler. I maybe the only person in the world who does.

Disadvantages: A little slipper.

Both are really good. I prefer the Charge typically since it has more useful abilities for when I am building prototype electrical stuff and I am too lazy to open up the tool kit, while still having lots of other abilities. The Swiss Tool X is a nice, but kind of heavy all around heavy duty multitool.

If you wanted something a little lighter than go with the Swiss Spirit.

I am still waiting on Leatherman to come up with something Juice size that has the wire stripper ability of the Squirt E4. Then I will be happy.
 
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