leatherman or gerber multitool?

[captainforbes]

What is the decision of the committee, should I buy a Leatherman Wave, or a Gerber 800 multitool?
Just a simple question!
Various online reviews have pros and cons for both, but has anyone tried both ?

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[mikewilkes]

Buy the cheaper version from Draper then when you drop it over the side it does not hurt so much!!

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[29erDad]

I have had both and prefer the Gerber. It is more robust and has locking tools.
Put a wrist-line on it to prevent it dropping over the side!

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[robind]

What is the best holster to buy for the Leatherman type of tool? which is preferred. the leather one or the nylon material one, with the "Velcro" flap. Has anyone had experience of the leather holster`s stitching rotting?
Rob

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[victor_meldrew]

Go for the Leatherman every time. I work in the television industry, outside broadcasts, often in some very inhospitable places. Our riggers always carry a Leatherman as the emergency tool-kit. A few have tried the Gerber (and others)but they all went back to the Leatherman. Trust the professionals!

ps for us its the leather pouch. The other one doesn't stand up to the wear and tear.

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[jfkal]

Have a can of WD40 ready at all times. Otherwise the Leatherman will rust into a solid lump of cheap steel. Unless you plan to use it strictly at home only.

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[victor_meldrew]

What absolute garbage! I note you location as Singapore so can only assume you bought a cheap, nasty, $10 Taiwan copy. Buy the genuine article next time!

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[KipH]

Leatherman and leather pouch. Mine hangs on my belt every day, and did three months up the Amazon on a bit of an adventure back in 2000.

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[jfkal]

A bit more politeness is in order here. Got the thing directly from the US and paid over 100 bucks for it. Admit to have bought a cheapo from Thailand as well. Guess what - truly stainless. And NO I have not confused the two since one says LEATHERMAN (the rusty one) and the other not.


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[MainlySteam]

Leatherman says the following:

"Stainless steel is not rust proof; it is corrosion resistant. Depending on the mix of metal alloys, stainless steels may be highly corrosion resistant and relatively soft (like kitchen flatware), or they may be somewhat corrosion resistant and quite hard. Our tools are fabricated from the latter type, so your tool components are strong and the knives retain a sharp cutting edge. Consequently, corrosion can occur in the absence of proper maintenance. "

"Your Leatherman tool should be cleaned, dried and re-oiled periodically to inhibit rust and corrosion. This is especially true if you use your tool in a damp or marine environment. After cleaning, re-oil pivoting areas with a light machine or penetrating type oil (such as WD-40)."

So that they corrode is a fact, and is not garbage as you claim.

John

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[JonBrooks]

Leatherman everytime.
As an engineer I alway have mine to hand.
Its a standing joke here!!
Have not found a job so far i can't do with it.

Started with a Supertool and moved to a Wave this year.
Can't fault them, also have a couple of add on's.
Supertool still going strong after about 5 years.

Keep them clean and oiled, they will last a life time.
Even more important in the marine world.

3 year's a go I moved house, last thing to leave was a sofa as it was going to the tip.
Remembered I had taken the door apart to get it in and all the tools were packed bar my Leatherman.
Decided I could not be bothered to take the door and door frame apart so cut the sofa into 4 easy to manage bits!!!

Am now thinking of compiling a book "1000 other uses for a Leatheman"

Kind regards


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[victor_meldrew]

The Leatherman leaflet gives advice that is relevant to ANY tool used in adverse conditions. My views are based on many dozens of examples of the Leatherman used everywhere from The Antarctic to the Sahara. So I repeat ... the post from jfkal is absolute garbage, especially the bit about 'Unless you plan to use it strictly at home only' Perhaps Leatherman should sue

ps usual disclaimers - no connection with the company other than as a very satisfied user.




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[jfkal]

Merry Christmas to you too. See the above quote from Leatherman themselves. They agree to what I say. Have WD 40 ready or it won't work.

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[MainlySteam]

For the sole purpose of prolonging the agony I will point out that steel is not inclined to rust in either the Antarctic nor the Sahara on account of it being very dry in those locations. However, if you had mentioned your voyages up the Amazon, your exploring of the jungles of South East Asia, and your dives to the bottom of the Challanger Deep you may have had a point. /forums/images/icons/smile.gif

John

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[victor_meldrew]

And if jfkal had explained that he has been doing all the things you mention, I might have been a little gentler in the Leathermans defence. Mind you, I am still puzzled as to how he manages all that indoors /forums/images/icons/smile.gif

This I promise is my last word on the subject!

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