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r/Multitools is a friendly place for multitool enthusiasts, collectors and users to discuss the latest tools, do reviews on tools you own, give/receive advice on buying multitools, show off mods and carry methods or just post pictures of your favourites.

Multitools

/r/Multitools is a friendly place for multitool enthusiasts, collectors and users to discuss the latest tools, do reviews on tools you own, give/receive advice on buying multitools, show off mods and carry methods or just post pictures of your favourites.

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5

Any long term reviews on the Roxon ks2

How’re they holding up to use ?

3 Comments
2024/11/10
00:46 UTC

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I'm thinking of modifying the ww2 machete into a hatchet/ saw/ machete/ billhook.

Im think of making the length longer up to medium sized axe length.

What do you think about my multitool idea?

1 Comment
2024/11/09
07:19 UTC

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What do you think about my multi bladed multitool? It's a blade sickle and axe on the other side.

16 Comments
2024/11/09
05:42 UTC

2

Looking for suggestions

Dose anyone know a multitool with screwdrivers scissors and wrenches please.

5 Comments
2024/11/09
02:15 UTC

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Which Leatherman should I try next

I have a PST and a Blast, and I really love the compact size and form factor in both. Which LM should I look at next? Tools don't matter, just things like optimizing size for plier strength for example. But prefer a full-size tool as far as the category goes. Pricing, prefer not to go over $100, and some slight preference for older models. Thanks 👍

26 Comments
2024/11/07
19:39 UTC

3

Rebar vs Swisstool Spirit MX

I am looking to get my first plier based multi tool. I qualify for the 30% on Leatherman's website. From research it appears the Victorinox swisstool spirit mx seems to be the best of the best no questions asked. However it is $150 but I can get the Leatherman Rebar for $45 $55 because of the 30% off (current sale gets overridden).

I was thinking this could be a good alternative where I could make a pocket clip out of some scrap sheet metal and then the only challenge becomes jamming a SAK 91mm scissor into the rebar (SCISSORS ARE A MUST FOR ME).

I am thirdly considering the Free P4 though at that point I should just get the Vic.

I am thinking the rebar with a pair of vic scissors basically does anything the swisstool can...though any input is appreciated (ie is this mod even possible with the given space constraints, or if I should just simply by the swisstool)

20 Comments
2024/11/07
05:15 UTC

31

Leatherman Quality control pretty poor

TLDR: I was looking for my awl and found out my arc has two can openers and no awl! Unacceptable QC for a $200 tool.

Got my arc today. I was super exited, opened it and was a bit worried about a bit of play and some tools coming out when quickly closing it. That worry was remedied by comments telling me the tool will loosen with time. I was also kind of sad that my plier tips were different thicknesses but was fine as long as they were sturdy. I carried it today and loved the toolset, and will likely use every tool exempt the can opener which has been said before. Even got a chance to use it a bit working on some tools. Then tonight looking through the tools, I wanted to take a look at the awl, but I couldn’t find it! I looked at every tool and even opened them all. Well I guess it never had one I thought, so I checked the site and it said it did. Sure enough mine has two can openers instead of an awl. I’m frankly disappointed at this QC, I’ve had a surge for years and love Leatherman but this is frankly unacceptable for a $200 plus tool. It’s a shame. I e hear the obsidian has less problems and that’s the one I wanted but didn’t realize it was limited, guess I should have bought earlier

12 Comments
2024/11/07
04:45 UTC

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Would a ratcheting precision driver be useful if it couldn’t be reversed

If these were ratcheting screwdrivers, but the ratchets only worked in one direction (idea is they can be made much smaller than traditional ratchets with a switch), would they be useful? I’m thinking for a bike tool that this could work because the two screwdrivers can join at right angles so you can apply more torque. A bit like fix-it-sticks except with ratcheting ends.

25 Comments
2024/11/07
00:31 UTC

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FYI: You can buy awls as hex bits (In case your MT has no awl but has a hex adapter)

3 Comments
2024/11/05
18:17 UTC

2

Leatherman rebar mod instructions

I saw a YouTube short with a rebar with the handles replaced by geber armbars if anyone can find instructions please post a link.

3 Comments
2024/11/05
16:17 UTC

9

Need something lightweight, easy to open, with pliers

I bought a Gerber Dime because it was small, lightweight, had a bottle opener, pliers, knife and scissors. Unfortunately the damn thing is so stiff, I cannot open most of the tools. Even after my husband loosened it off for me (a bit; it didn’t make a lot of difference). He, of course, can open it easily, but he has strong hands and solid fingernails. I do not.

So, hive mind - any other recommendations? I am eyeing up the Roxon M2 or Nextool Mini Flagship Pro. Would one of these be usable for me?

(I also own a Gerber Center Drive which is lovely, but it’s also too heavy for carrying in a small bag)

Thank you :-)

EDIT: Thanks everyone. I just placed an order for the Nextool Mini Sailor. Let's see what this does for me.

15 Comments
2024/11/05
15:40 UTC

1

Help me find my first multitool!

Hello,

I am looking for my first own multitool and I would like it to have a knife, scissors, a screwdriver and potientally pliers (not essential at all) however I want it to be a small form factor and I have not liked the victorinox factor so far.

Something with high quality construction and a good warranty that would be useful fixing stuff but also wouldn't seem out of place in a jacket pocket, open to all recommendations!

23 Comments
2024/11/05
06:00 UTC

6

Any interest in aftermarket, US made, MagnaCut Surge blades?

I'm getting a quote to possibly have a bunch of these made and having the blade contour redesigned.

11 Comments
2024/11/05
03:58 UTC

2

Any tools similar to Wave+ with spring loaded pliers?

I find the tools on the wave are perfect for fishing and camping and, although it’s not a big deal and definitely some thing I can live with, I really wish the pliers were spring loaded. Does anybody know of anything like this?

6 Comments
2024/11/05
01:18 UTC

4

Any Source for Replacement Bit Holders?

I carry a bit holder inside the sheath in the back pocket behind my Charge. Over time the plastic bit holders crack and die. I’ve called Leatherman but they don’t sell the bit holders separately. Any idea on where I could source a replacement? I’m sure someone has got to be 3D printing them.

7 Comments
2024/11/04
21:21 UTC

11

Does anyone know if this is a rare multi tool or if it has any kind of value?

9 Comments
2024/11/04
13:04 UTC

16

DIY $55 Multitool

12 Comments
2024/11/04
03:30 UTC

2

Leatherman Crunch UK

I’m in the UK and looking to buy a Leatherman Crunch. Does anyone know any reputable resale sites for multitools in (or that will ship to) the UK? Thanks in advance.

3 Comments
2024/11/03
18:20 UTC

2

Bit bar II VS Bit Bar Inline

What is the better edc bit driver? Anyone with experience of either can weigh in your experience?

11 Comments
2024/11/03
16:59 UTC

1

Is the MP600 Pro Scout retired/discontinued?

I cannot find this model in Gerber's web page, but see it in Amazon and on a couple select vendors, has it been discontinued; are the Bladeless and the MP800 the only ones with blade exchangers new from the factory?

2 Comments
2024/11/03
13:29 UTC

6

Difference between the leatherman arc and wave plus?

Im think of getting one of these but not sure which one. This will also be my first leatherman

3 Comments
2024/11/03
00:26 UTC

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