PSK or SuperTool 200?

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Guyon

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My local TJ Maxx has LM PSTs for $39.95 and LM SuperTool 200s for $34.95. Obviously some old stock they're clearing out.

I picked up a PST and a couple of SuperTool 200s because I didn't have time to decide in the store. I'm looking for a couple of multi-tools to accompany mid-size (7" to 8") camp blades.

Any thoughts on these two models? I started to keep one of each, but I'm leaning toward two SuperTool 200s because the SuperTool 200 has a saw, locking tools, and appears generally more robust. It's also cheaper by $5. But it is a LOT bigger.
 
For the Price! I think it is a no Brainer! ST200 is one of my Fav's from Leatherman but size will be your deciding factor, I like 4.5 inch tools over the smaller ones, you may like the smaller one. Hell just buy both and save guys like me time on the computer!

Enjoy whichever tool you get!
RickJ
 
Just woke up from a nap, I guess if I read your post, I would see you bought both, both are good tools and will serve you well. ST200 is very tuff!

RickJ
 
RickJ said:
Just woke up from a nap, I guess if I read your post, I would see you bought both, both are good tools and will serve you well. ST200 is very tuff!

RickJ
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Nah, I'm taking the PST back and keeping the two ST200s. I just like the variety of tools better, and the size isn't a huge factor, as they're going into the sheath pouch of an 8" Spec-Ops Combat Master sheath. The ST200s fit quite well in the pouch.

After some reflection, the only thing that drew me to the PST was having the "original" Leatherman, but it lacks a saw, the tools don't lock, and it doesn't have the robust feel of the ST200. Plus, I think the ST200s are a better value in relation to original price at $34.95.

The only real trade-off is weight, as the ST200 is 9 ounces to the PST's 5 ounces.

http://www.leatherman.com/products/tools/retired-tools/super-tool-200/default.asp

http://www.leatherman.com/products/tools/retired-tools/pst/default.asp
 
Guyon said:
Nah, I'm taking the PST back and keeping the two ST200s. I just like the variety of tools better, and the size isn't a huge factor, as they're going into the sheath pouch of an 8" Spec-Ops Combat Master sheath. The ST200s fit quite well in the pouch.

After some reflection, the only thing that drew me to the PST was having the "original" Leatherman, but it lacks a saw, the tools don't lock, and it doesn't have the robust feel of the ST200. Plus, I think the ST200s are a better value in relation to original price at $34.95.

The only real trade-off is weight, as the ST200 is 9 ounces to the PST's 5 ounces.

http://www.leatherman.com/products/tools/retired-tools/super-tool-200/default.asp

http://www.leatherman.com/products/tools/retired-tools/pst/default.asp
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Guyon,

After starting off with a PST more than 10 years ago, I quickly transitioned to a Super Tool when it came on the market for the same reasons you cited. While I agree that the ST 200s are a better value, the PST is actually pretty okay. There might be better choices these days, but since I already own one, I keep the PST as a slim, light weight alternative for pocket carry, or when traveling to a locale where locking blades are not legal. Limitations noted, the PST is still very much a usable tool, and mine has come in handy many times.
 
The Leatherman SuperTool 200 is probably my favorite LM product. I have one that I keep in the Jeep glove box just because it comes in so handy. I like the idea behind the Core that replaced it, but that stupid plastic liner is a big turn off. I like it on the Fuse, but not the Core.

The original PST is a great tool. I had one that I gave to a friend for his birthday a few years ago. I like the fact that tools lock on the most "PST-like" tools in LM's line up, but I never felt undertooled carrying the PST either.
 
Yes, I liked the ST200 but when the Core came out I turned into a Core fan. I keep in my 4X4 and I carried it on my last Deployment to Afghanistan, the only problem I have with it is not the plastic liners but those little pins that hold the blade locking mechanism, They do break if the tool is dropped on a hard surface. If Leatherman could make a tool like the Core with the same tools but add scissors and a Metal cutting blade as well and strengthen the Pins in the locking mechanism and bam! the perfect mutli tool.

RickJ
 
Steely_Gunz said:
The Leatherman SuperTool 200 is probably my favorite LM product. I have one that I keep in the Jeep glove box just because it comes in so handy. I like the idea behind the Core that replaced it, but that stupid plastic liner is a big turn off. I like it on the Fuse, but not the Core.
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Plastic is used in the Fuse to cushion the hand a bit against the thin metal edges of the handles. On the Core, it serves a different function, but in neither case can there be enough friction or stress to wear it out. I believe the material, as applied, will not negatively affect the performance or longevity of these Leathermen. If it is a question of appearance, shouldn't that be a minor consideration in something that will be used as a working tool?
 
Well, I went with the two SuperTool200's. You get a lot more tools, and the larger size fits fine in the sheath pouch I'm using. Here's one of the rigs I'm building:

http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=514989

SHEsheathed.jpg


SHEsheathed2.jpg
 
Went to the local TJM, never been in one, I was surprised to see the PST and the Supertool there. I didn't need one but I did walk out with a SAK (Climber)for 15 bucks.
Thanks for the heads up..
 
Butcher said:
Went to the local TJM, never been in one, I was surprised to see the PST and the Supertool there. I didn't need one but I did walk out with a SAK (Climber)for 15 bucks.
Thanks for the heads up..
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Congrats on the SAK. Our store didn't have any Victorinoxes, though I do remember buying a Spartan there a few years back. Last week, I did buy a Leatherman folding knife for a friend for $16.

The Climber is a favorite of mine. I took that model on a 2 week tour of the UK summer before last. Very useful combination of tools for general travel.

TJ Maxx does have some decent gadgets sometimes, though it's mostly known for name-brand clothing that is discounted/clearanced. My wife loves the place, so I'm in there from time to time perusing the gadgets and gear.
 
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