What Multi-Tool is Best For Specific Specialities - IT, Active Service Member, Mechanic, etc?

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 17 Aug 2015 08:49:53 -0400

This isn't just a Leatherman verus Gerber thing. What specific multitool would you recommend to someone of a specific field. For example, I recommend the Leatherman MUT EOD to EOD personnel.

Response by TSgt David L. made Aug 17 at 2015 8:57 AM

TSgt David L. — Mon, 17 Aug 2015 08:57:33 -0400

It's a toss-up between the Leatherman (take your pick which model, I prefer the EOD model with the C-4 spike and Det Cord cutter) and the Gerber Multi-Plier for me.

Response by CMSgt Mark Schubert made Aug 17 at 2015 9:19 AM

CMSgt Mark Schubert — Mon, 17 Aug 2015 09:19:59 -0400

Specifically, as a CE troop, I would recommend this tool for all CE tasks. Further, I've been using this Swiss Tool (general purpose) for more than 15 years (almost 20 really). It has been the BEST overall tool I ever used.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 17 at 2015 9:21 AM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 17 Aug 2015 09:21:19 -0400

I'm a fan of the leatherman MUT(EOD) although i have never touched one due to the little known theory in the community that thats bad luck, like touching a crab without being EOD.

Response by SCPO Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 17 at 2015 9:41 AM

SCPO Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 17 Aug 2015 09:41:36 -0400

A ball peen hammer!!!

Response by SGT Robert Zuniga made Aug 17 at 2015 9:47 AM

SGT Robert Zuniga — Mon, 17 Aug 2015 09:47:32 -0400

I will say that you always check the warranty. I will be a gerber and benchmade user for life. They have a lifetime warranty. I have sent in 2 gerbers that were broken at work. All I did was pay the shipping and they refurbished them and sent them back in a new case. Same goes for benchmade.

Response by MSgt Robert Pellam made Aug 17 at 2015 2:52 PM

MSgt Robert Pellam — Mon, 17 Aug 2015 14:52:42 -0400

WOW I remember when the Leatherman first came out. Same with Gerber multi-tools. My first Leatherman lasted forever and had just the right feel for everything in my career field (Aircraft Sheetmetal repair) Gerbers were not bad either. Many shops got them and placed them in their tool boxes. Awesome tools for almost every need. The base model of both is my vote. Tough as nails, well made and just awesome go too tools.

About 4 years ago, my wife got me a SOG Power Assist for my birthday. I have used the crap out of this multi tool and to me it compares with my old leatherman's.

Response by SGT Kristin Myers made Aug 19 at 2015 2:31 PM

SGT Kristin Myers — Wed, 19 Aug 2015 14:31:23 -0400

I personally enjoy the Leatherman Wave. I have attachments you can add onto the screwdriver with various bits. Also has a lifetime warranty, which I have used.

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Aug 19 at 2015 2:52 PM

MAJ Ken Landgren — Wed, 19 Aug 2015 14:52:30 -0400

The F-35 as it can do anything!