SOG Multi - Tools ?

The SOG hex bit is the same bit kit you can get for any 2-dollar driver. You're fitting a screwdriver tip shaped driver into a square hole. There's a lot of side to side play since it's just a standard adapter and not made specifically for the SOG's driver.
 
Did you not contact their warranty department? They've been extremely helpful in my experience.

I did contact the warranty dept and it was replaced and their customer service was not bad, however I lost a lot of confidence in the tool because of this incident. I'm sure it was just a freak accident or some sort of QC issue but mentally after attempting to use it the first time on a very light task, I didn't have the confidence in the product that I once had. I do still love SOG, but not a fan of the PowerLock anymore.
 
I had never heard of this one SOG was making as a special order for a time. The size of the body and the very long pliers really appealed to me so I ordered two. One for me and one for fathers day. Decided I liked them so much and since they are discontinued and at such a great price got two more on the way also.

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First thing to do is remove the annoying cover.

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Since I do not have the patience to wait for the SOG tools I ordered also I stripped down my original one.

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With those spring leaf style that locks the tools it is a bigger pain to install and specially the pain in the butt scissors.

It took a few tries to get the combination right for them all to fit properly and have the tool close.

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Finally decided on the five tools I use the most.

Scissors, phillips, file/flat head screw driver, saw and my custom made scraper/chisel.

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Comes with a case, but I usually just carry in my pocket.

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On the other side it has a very sharp knife. And a rope/box cutter/seat belt cutter. Will probably keep it for a while before I get serrated blade to replace it with.

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And here is a comparison picture of this monster of a multitool.

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Well done! Those BlackTip pliers are a weapon in and of themself.

So the biggest rule of thumb for reassembly is the longer tools have to be on the outside. I would have thought that would limit it to 2 but you managed to squeeze 3 in. I wonder if you can remove the black plastic spacer on the blade side and fill it with tools. The back side of the blade's thumb stud would be a problem. If they could be replaced with flush backed ones maybe. Or suitable washers to clear the stud.

I wonder if West Marine has any marlin spikes left since they are doing warranty on their SOGs. I love marlinspikes for untying knots. They might be useful for tying parachord thingies like monket fists.
 
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Well done! Those BlackTip pliers are a weapon in and of themself.

So the biggest rule of thumb for reassembly is the longer tools have to be on the outside. I would have thought that would limit it to 2 but you managed to squeeze 3 in. I wonder if you can remove the black plastic spacer on the blade side and fill it with tools. The back side of the blade's thumb stud would be a problem. If they could be replaced with flush backed ones maybe. Or suitable washers to clear the stud.

I wonder if West Marine has any marlin spikes left since they are doing warranty on their SOGs. I love marlinspikes for untying knots. They might be useful for tying parachord thingies like monket fists.

I did not think you could fit three of the longer tools also from previous attempts with the smaller SOG but thought I would try again on this one since it is longer. But learned the file has to be on the outside and the saw blade on the inside. Otherwise it does not like to close properly.
 
I own 2 SOG tools. A PARATool and a PocketPowerPliers. I have had both for a year now. I never carry the PocketPowerPowerPlier (PPP). I actually wish I never bought it. If the handle tools where made right it would be a ok tool. The main blade is chisel ground (which I hate) its also facing the wrong way. If your a lefty its ok. The Phillips on my tool came from the factory bent. The Slip joint locking mechanism is a little week for my taste. It just all around sucks. NOW the ParaTool is different story. The pliers are ok. If your like me and carry a tool every day but rarely use it, they are great. The handle tools are made really well and look and feel of quality. My ParaTool was bought on Ebay for around 20-30 shipped and it was used and a older model. I can not speak for the new ones ParaTools. I do highly suggest hunting ebay for one if interested. I would not pay $93.00 as what SOG website has them listed for. They are a sold $30.00 MT. I did have to make one mod to my PARA which was easy. If you look at SOGS website at the para tool they have a up close shot of the serrated and non serrated blades. When using the plain edge blade in the factory configuration the tool does not lock up solid. If you unscrew the pin holding the blades and just swap the serrated and plain blades it corrects the lock up issue when using the plain blade. Now if you decide you need to use the serrated blade the wiggle will show its self because the tool is not locked up but I very rarely used that blade and can live with the trade off. Over all the ParaTool ranks on my person scale a solid 8, 10 being the best. The PPP a 4.
 
I liked my ultimate PowerAssist so much I ordered a backup this time in black oxide.

in hand
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optional sheath has a bit kit pocket
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bit & adapter
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adapter locks at 90°, latch is in the way, easily removed
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black keys
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A few months ago I decided to give SOG a shot and ordered a PowerAssist. Ended up selling it without even using it. All the tools seems really flimsy. Plus they rubbed and snagged on each other when opening and closing them. There was a fair amount of blade play in the main blades when open. The handle covers liked to pop off the few times I played with the tool and it's terribly uncomfortable to use without them. Lots of negatives in my book.

I agree that the compound leverage made for the smoothest action of any multi that I've used. It has two drawbacks though. First, it doesn't allow you to tuck the plier head into one handle to when trying to get a better reach and slimmer profile while using one of the other tools. Secondly, compared to standard type MT pliers, you have to spread the handles noticeably farther apart to achieve the same space between the plier tips. I have large hands and still found this very awkward.

Im not trying to bash SOG. I like the idea of their tools but just found my example to be poorly executed. I also like the high polish they use and love the idea of being able to swap out your tool selection but in my case its just not enough to tempt me away from my Leathermans and Swisstools.
 
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