My first multitool in almost 20 years--SOG Powerlock! Have some questions...

[heekma]

Howdy folks,

Today I purchased my first new multi-tool in 20 years, a SOG powerlock.

I have the original LM PST, a gift from my Dad, used it for almost 20 years. I bet it has another 20 years of use left in it, but it's getting a bit loose and long in the tooth.

My question about the Powerlock: I've been reading about updated pliers and wirecutters, gear covers, hex bolt construction and piano-type tool locks. I believe I have the updated pliers, I know I have the gear covers and hex bolts, but this one has the older style single locking lever on both sides.

Just wondering if I got a kind of "transitional" model, kind of the way Colt, S&W and Ruger had transitional models which had a mix of old and new parts sometimes.

Either way, I think this MT is a winner. Almost went with the LM Wave, but I'm glad I got the SOG instead.

Thanks for any and all info,

Heekma

 

[akula83]

I have a Powerlock and a Wave, I like them both for different reasons.

 

[Buffalohump]

There are quite a few variations of the Powerlock out there, some with the gear covers and some without. The version with the piano lock is the latest incarnation, as far as I know.

 

[powernoodle]

Heekma:

Many folks (including me) prefer the single lock like you have, as compared to the piano keys. See here.