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I am posting this from a bike group I go to.. Maybe you guys can make
a good suggestion and I can pass it along.. SNIP OT, but I figure some of the regulars in this group are the type to carry and use multitools. I'm looking to get one that has a solid set of pliers that don't shimmy side to side when twisting things, with at least the basics for additional tools (screwdrivers, knife, etc). It'll be for boating use as well as on the dirt bike, so I don't really like the designs that have separate drivers for the screwdriver part, since I could see losing one in rough seas, and wouldn't want to be fiddling with getting out the proper bit and inserting it into the tool while on the cabintop of a rocking boat. The best thing I found hope for in my research was a Kershaw multitool, but it's been discontinued. My everyday pocket knife is a Kershaw 1550, and it's a great, great knife. Very well built, going strong after years of tough use and conditions, and has a lifetime warranty behind it if it ever does flake out on me. Any multitools I've used have done many things poorly. I'd like to find one that does a few things well, with a special focus on the pliers. This (along with my satisfaction with their other products) is why i liked the looks of the Kershaw so much - the pliers were not retractable and as such were supposedly much stiffer than your average multitool. They were also locking like vice grips, but that part I can do without. Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc. I'm looking for advice on a good multitool I can buy at the store in '09, not what was a great tool back in the 80's when tools were commonly made to be used. So, if you carry something along these lines and are happy with it, please tell me what and why. /SNIP Thanks, Scotty |
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I have a Leatherman in every vehicle I own. There are different types of
them, so you can get whatever you need. They also have a 25 year warranty which may as well be lifetime. I've needed to use the warranty one time in the 6 or so Leathermans I own. You can't go wrong. http://www.leatherman.com/ --Mike wrote in message ... I am posting this from a bike group I go to.. Maybe you guys can make a good suggestion and I can pass it along.. SNIP OT, but I figure some of the regulars in this group are the type to carry and use multitools. I'm looking to get one that has a solid set of pliers that don't shimmy side to side when twisting things, with at least the basics for additional tools (screwdrivers, knife, etc). It'll be for boating use as well as on the dirt bike, so I don't really like the designs that have separate drivers for the screwdriver part, since I could see losing one in rough seas, and wouldn't want to be fiddling with getting out the proper bit and inserting it into the tool while on the cabintop of a rocking boat. The best thing I found hope for in my research was a Kershaw multitool, but it's been discontinued. My everyday pocket knife is a Kershaw 1550, and it's a great, great knife. Very well built, going strong after years of tough use and conditions, and has a lifetime warranty behind it if it ever does flake out on me. Any multitools I've used have done many things poorly. I'd like to find one that does a few things well, with a special focus on the pliers. This (along with my satisfaction with their other products) is why i liked the looks of the Kershaw so much - the pliers were not retractable and as such were supposedly much stiffer than your average multitool. They were also locking like vice grips, but that part I can do without. Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc. I'm looking for advice on a good multitool I can buy at the store in '09, not what was a great tool back in the 80's when tools were commonly made to be used. So, if you carry something along these lines and are happy with it, please tell me what and why. /SNIP Thanks, Scotty |
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On Tue, 6 Jan 2009 18:34:00 -0800 (PST),
wrote: Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc However, to answer your question, the small set of Channel Lock pliers is a great tool and it fits into a Leatherman case. |
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"Mike" wrote in message ... I have a Leatherman in every vehicle I own. There are different types of them, so you can get whatever you need. They also have a 25 year warranty which may as well be lifetime. I've needed to use the warranty one time in the 6 or so Leathermans I own. You can't go wrong. http://www.leatherman.com/ --Mike wrote in message ... I am posting this from a bike group I go to.. Maybe you guys can make a good suggestion and I can pass it along.. SNIP OT, but I figure some of the regulars in this group are the type to carry and use multitools. I'm looking to get one that has a solid set of pliers that don't shimmy side to side when twisting things, with at least the basics for additional tools (screwdrivers, knife, etc). It'll be for boating use as well as on the dirt bike, so I don't really like the designs that have separate drivers for the screwdriver part, since I could see losing one in rough seas, and wouldn't want to be fiddling with getting out the proper bit and inserting it into the tool while on the cabintop of a rocking boat. The best thing I found hope for in my research was a Kershaw multitool, but it's been discontinued. My everyday pocket knife is a Kershaw 1550, and it's a great, great knife. Very well built, going strong after years of tough use and conditions, and has a lifetime warranty behind it if it ever does flake out on me. Any multitools I've used have done many things poorly. I'd like to find one that does a few things well, with a special focus on the pliers. This (along with my satisfaction with their other products) is why i liked the looks of the Kershaw so much - the pliers were not retractable and as such were supposedly much stiffer than your average multitool. They were also locking like vice grips, but that part I can do without. Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc. I'm looking for advice on a good multitool I can buy at the store in '09, not what was a great tool back in the 80's when tools were commonly made to be used. So, if you carry something along these lines and are happy with it, please tell me what and why. /SNIP Thanks, Scotty I like the Leatherman Wave. You can open the knive blades from the outside. |
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On Tue, 06 Jan 2009 21:51:59 -0500, Tom Francis - SWSports
wrote: On Tue, 6 Jan 2009 18:34:00 -0800 (PST), wrote: Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc Excuse me? Leatherman tools rule. Isn't that a glorified Swiss Army knife? Never met a multi-tool I liked except for a claw hammer. A decent tool box doesn't take up much space. If you're convinced send me that Leatherman and I'll take a look at it before I get rid of it. Already posted my address. --Vic |
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wrote in message ... I am posting this from a bike group I go to.. Maybe you guys can make a good suggestion and I can pass it along.. SNIP OT, but I figure some of the regulars in this group are the type to carry and use multitools. I'm looking to get one that has a solid set of pliers that don't shimmy side to side when twisting things, with at least the basics for additional tools (screwdrivers, knife, etc). It'll be for boating use as well as on the dirt bike, so I don't really like the designs that have separate drivers for the screwdriver part, since I could see losing one in rough seas, and wouldn't want to be fiddling with getting out the proper bit and inserting it into the tool while on the cabintop of a rocking boat. The best thing I found hope for in my research was a Kershaw multitool, but it's been discontinued. My everyday pocket knife is a Kershaw 1550, and it's a great, great knife. Very well built, going strong after years of tough use and conditions, and has a lifetime warranty behind it if it ever does flake out on me. Any multitools I've used have done many things poorly. I'd like to find one that does a few things well, with a special focus on the pliers. This (along with my satisfaction with their other products) is why i liked the looks of the Kershaw so much - the pliers were not retractable and as such were supposedly much stiffer than your average multitool. They were also locking like vice grips, but that part I can do without. Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc. I'm looking for advice on a good multitool I can buy at the store in '09, not what was a great tool back in the 80's when tools were commonly made to be used. So, if you carry something along these lines and are happy with it, please tell me what and why. /SNIP Thanks, Scotty Back in 1997 we were closing up a small union local and preparing to join with a larger union. Had some money to dispose of so I bought about 32 Schrade Tough Tools for the members. I also went to a local leather artist and had little patches made with the union local #, it's logo and the dates it served the members. These patches were sewn onto the leather belt pouches the tool came with. I presented them with custom t-shirts at a goodbye party to the 2.5 dozen current members plus a few past execs. Everybody loved them except for a few of the girls. Can't please everyone. http://www.botachtactical.com/schrade1.html |
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On Jan 6, 10:36*pm, Vic Smith wrote:
On Tue, 06 Jan 2009 21:51:59 -0500, Tom Francis - SWSports wrote: On Tue, 6 Jan 2009 18:34:00 -0800 (PST), wrote: Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc Excuse me? Leatherman tools rule. Isn't that a glorified Swiss Army knife? Never met a multi-tool I liked except for a claw hammer. A decent tool box doesn't take up much space. If you're convinced send me that Leatherman and I'll take a look at it before I get rid of it. Already posted my address. --Vic The guy I posted for will be using it to carry on a dirtbike.. no room for a toolbox, even a small one... |
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On Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:42:55 -0400, "Don White"
wrote: wrote in message ... I am posting this from a bike group I go to.. Maybe you guys can make a good suggestion and I can pass it along.. SNIP OT, but I figure some of the regulars in this group are the type to carry and use multitools. I'm looking to get one that has a solid set of pliers that don't shimmy side to side when twisting things, with at least the basics for additional tools (screwdrivers, knife, etc). It'll be for boating use as well as on the dirt bike, so I don't really like the designs that have separate drivers for the screwdriver part, since I could see losing one in rough seas, and wouldn't want to be fiddling with getting out the proper bit and inserting it into the tool while on the cabintop of a rocking boat. The best thing I found hope for in my research was a Kershaw multitool, but it's been discontinued. My everyday pocket knife is a Kershaw 1550, and it's a great, great knife. Very well built, going strong after years of tough use and conditions, and has a lifetime warranty behind it if it ever does flake out on me. Any multitools I've used have done many things poorly. I'd like to find one that does a few things well, with a special focus on the pliers. This (along with my satisfaction with their other products) is why i liked the looks of the Kershaw so much - the pliers were not retractable and as such were supposedly much stiffer than your average multitool. They were also locking like vice grips, but that part I can do without. Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc. I'm looking for advice on a good multitool I can buy at the store in '09, not what was a great tool back in the 80's when tools were commonly made to be used. So, if you carry something along these lines and are happy with it, please tell me what and why. /SNIP Thanks, Scotty Back in 1997 we were closing up a small union local and preparing to join with a larger union. Had some money to dispose of so I bought about 32 Schrade Tough Tools for the members. I also went to a local leather artist and had little patches made with the union local #, it's logo and the dates it served the members. These patches were sewn onto the leather belt pouches the tool came with. I presented them with custom t-shirts at a goodbye party to the 2.5 dozen current members plus a few past execs. Everybody loved them except for a few of the girls. Can't please everyone. http://www.botachtactical.com/schrade1.html How long did they last? |
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... On Jan 6, 10:36 pm, Vic Smith wrote: On Tue, 06 Jan 2009 21:51:59 -0500, Tom Francis - SWSports wrote: On Tue, 6 Jan 2009 18:34:00 -0800 (PST), wrote: Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc Excuse me? Leatherman tools rule. Isn't that a glorified Swiss Army knife? Never met a multi-tool I liked except for a claw hammer. A decent tool box doesn't take up much space. If you're convinced send me that Leatherman and I'll take a look at it before I get rid of it. Already posted my address. --Vic The guy I posted for will be using it to carry on a dirtbike.. no room for a toolbox, even a small one... =========== If the Leatherman Wave is good enough for Les Stroud, it's just the thing for your friend. |
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JoeSpareBedroom wrote:
wrote in message ... On Jan 6, 10:36 pm, Vic Smith wrote: On Tue, 06 Jan 2009 21:51:59 -0500, Tom Francis - SWSports wrote: On Tue, 6 Jan 2009 18:34:00 -0800 (PST), wrote: Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc Excuse me? Leatherman tools rule. Isn't that a glorified Swiss Army knife? Never met a multi-tool I liked except for a claw hammer. A decent tool box doesn't take up much space. If you're convinced send me that Leatherman and I'll take a look at it before I get rid of it. Already posted my address. --Vic The guy I posted for will be using it to carry on a dirtbike.. no room for a toolbox, even a small one... =========== If the Leatherman Wave is good enough for Les Stroud, it's just the thing for your friend. That's the one I have...but I understand Leatherman "retired" that model. It's a great little pocket tool. I even pack it in my checked-in luggage when I fly somewhere. Used to be able to keep it in my pocket... |
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On Jan 6, 10:42*pm, "Don White" wrote:
wrote in message ... I am posting this from a bike group I go to.. Maybe you guys can make a good suggestion and I can pass it along.. SNIP OT, but I figure some of the regulars in this group are the type to carry and use multitools. *I'm looking to get one that has a solid set of pliers that don't shimmy side to side when twisting things, with at least the basics for additional tools (screwdrivers, knife, etc). It'll be for boating use as well as on the dirt bike, so I don't really like the designs that have separate drivers for the screwdriver part, since I could see *losing one in rough seas, and wouldn't want to be fiddling with getting out the proper bit and inserting it into the tool while on the cabintop of a rocking boat. The best thing I found hope for in my research was a Kershaw multitool, but it's been discontinued. *My everyday pocket knife is a Kershaw 1550, and it's a great, great knife. *Very well built, going strong after years of tough use and conditions, and has a lifetime warranty behind it if it ever does flake out on me. Any multitools I've used have done many things poorly. *I'd like to find one that does a few things well, with a special focus on the pliers. *This (along with my satisfaction with their other products) is why i liked the looks of the Kershaw so much - the pliers were not retractable and as such were supposedly much stiffer than your average multitool. *They were also locking like vice grips, but that part I can do without. Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc. *I'm looking for advice on a good multitool I can buy at the store in '09, not what was a great tool back in the 80's when tools were commonly made to be used. So, if you carry something along these lines and are happy with it, please tell me what and why. /SNIP Thanks, Scotty Back in 1997 we were closing up a small union local and preparing to join with a larger union. Had some money to dispose of so I bought about 32 Schrade Tough Tools for the members. I also went to a local leather artist and had little patches made with the union local #, it's logo and the dates it served the members. These patches were sewn onto the leather belt pouches the tool came with. I presented them with custom t-shirts at a goodbye party to the 2.5 dozen current members plus a few past execs. Everybody loved them except for a few of the girls. *Can't please everyone.http://www.botachtactical.com/schrade1.html- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Did Harry help you with that tall tale? |
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On Jan 7, 8:00*am, hk wrote:
JoeSpareBedroom wrote: wrote in message ... On Jan 6, 10:36 pm, Vic Smith wrote: On Tue, 06 Jan 2009 21:51:59 -0500, Tom Francis - SWSports wrote: On Tue, 6 Jan 2009 18:34:00 -0800 (PST), wrote: Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc Excuse me? Leatherman tools rule. Isn't that a glorified Swiss Army knife? Never met a multi-tool I liked except for a claw hammer. A decent tool box doesn't take up much space. If you're convinced send me that Leatherman and I'll take a look at it before I get rid of it. Already posted my address. --Vic The guy I posted for will be using it to carry on a dirtbike.. no room for a toolbox, even a small one... =========== If the Leatherman Wave is good enough for Les Stroud, it's just the thing for your friend. That's the one I have...but I understand Leatherman "retired" that model. It's a great little pocket tool. I even pack it in my checked-in luggage when I fly somewhere. Used to be able to keep it in my pocket...- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - You're not allowed to have them on a commercial flight because it has a knife, liar. http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtrav...ted-items.shtm |
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... On Jan 7, 8:00 am, hk wrote: JoeSpareBedroom wrote: wrote in message ... On Jan 6, 10:36 pm, Vic Smith wrote: On Tue, 06 Jan 2009 21:51:59 -0500, Tom Francis - SWSports wrote: On Tue, 6 Jan 2009 18:34:00 -0800 (PST), wrote: Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc Excuse me? Leatherman tools rule. Isn't that a glorified Swiss Army knife? Never met a multi-tool I liked except for a claw hammer. A decent tool box doesn't take up much space. If you're convinced send me that Leatherman and I'll take a look at it before I get rid of it. Already posted my address. --Vic The guy I posted for will be using it to carry on a dirtbike.. no room for a toolbox, even a small one... =========== If the Leatherman Wave is good enough for Les Stroud, it's just the thing for your friend. That's the one I have...but I understand Leatherman "retired" that model. It's a great little pocket tool. I even pack it in my checked-in luggage when I fly somewhere. Used to be able to keep it in my pocket...- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - You're not allowed to have them on a commercial flight because it has a knife, liar. http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtrav...ted-items.shtm ==================== They're permitted in checked-in luggage, which is where Harry stated he packs his. If you're referring to "Used to be able to keep it in my pocket", you can't question that statement without asking him **WHEN**, since it was permitted at one time. |
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JoeSpareBedroom wrote:
wrote in message ... On Jan 7, 8:00 am, hk wrote: JoeSpareBedroom wrote: wrote in message ... On Jan 6, 10:36 pm, Vic Smith wrote: On Tue, 06 Jan 2009 21:51:59 -0500, Tom Francis - SWSports wrote: On Tue, 6 Jan 2009 18:34:00 -0800 (PST), wrote: Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc Excuse me? Leatherman tools rule. Isn't that a glorified Swiss Army knife? Never met a multi-tool I liked except for a claw hammer. A decent tool box doesn't take up much space. If you're convinced send me that Leatherman and I'll take a look at it before I get rid of it. Already posted my address. --Vic The guy I posted for will be using it to carry on a dirtbike.. no room for a toolbox, even a small one... =========== If the Leatherman Wave is good enough for Les Stroud, it's just the thing for your friend. That's the one I have...but I understand Leatherman "retired" that model. It's a great little pocket tool. I even pack it in my checked-in luggage when I fly somewhere. Used to be able to keep it in my pocket...- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - You're not allowed to have them on a commercial flight because it has a knife, liar. http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtrav...ted-items.shtm ==================== They're permitted in checked-in luggage, which is where Harry stated he packs his. If you're referring to "Used to be able to keep it in my pocket", you can't question that statement without asking him **WHEN**, since it was permitted at one time. Thanks, but you are dealing with Loogy here. He was the model for Forrest Gump. |
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Jim wrote:
wrote: On Jan 7, 8:00 am, hk wrote: JoeSpareBedroom wrote: wrote in message ... On Jan 6, 10:36 pm, Vic Smith wrote: On Tue, 06 Jan 2009 21:51:59 -0500, Tom Francis - SWSports wrote: On Tue, 6 Jan 2009 18:34:00 -0800 (PST), wrote: Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc Excuse me? Leatherman tools rule. Isn't that a glorified Swiss Army knife? Never met a multi-tool I liked except for a claw hammer. A decent tool box doesn't take up much space. If you're convinced send me that Leatherman and I'll take a look at it before I get rid of it. Already posted my address. --Vic The guy I posted for will be using it to carry on a dirtbike.. no room for a toolbox, even a small one... =========== If the Leatherman Wave is good enough for Les Stroud, it's just the thing for your friend. That's the one I have...but I understand Leatherman "retired" that model. It's a great little pocket tool. I even pack it in my checked-in luggage when I fly somewhere. Used to be able to keep it in my pocket...- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - You're not allowed to have them on a commercial flight because it has a knife, liar. http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtrav...ted-items.shtm He is a liar, but not necessarily in this case. You need to apologize to harold. In the 80's I had a briefcase that I used for about 10 yrs, and had used on over 1000 flights. This was when they were having problems with all of the hijacked flights. When I purchased a new briefcase, and took everything out, I found a pocketknife with a 3" blade in one of the side compartments. I was surprised that it was never seen by the Xray machines. My guess is they would find it today. Or maybe I am hoping they would find it today. |
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"Tom Francis - SWSports" wrote in message ... On Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:42:55 -0400, "Don White" wrote: wrote in message ... I am posting this from a bike group I go to.. Maybe you guys can make a good suggestion and I can pass it along.. SNIP OT, but I figure some of the regulars in this group are the type to carry and use multitools. I'm looking to get one that has a solid set of pliers that don't shimmy side to side when twisting things, with at least the basics for additional tools (screwdrivers, knife, etc). It'll be for boating use as well as on the dirt bike, so I don't really like the designs that have separate drivers for the screwdriver part, since I could see losing one in rough seas, and wouldn't want to be fiddling with getting out the proper bit and inserting it into the tool while on the cabintop of a rocking boat. The best thing I found hope for in my research was a Kershaw multitool, but it's been discontinued. My everyday pocket knife is a Kershaw 1550, and it's a great, great knife. Very well built, going strong after years of tough use and conditions, and has a lifetime warranty behind it if it ever does flake out on me. Any multitools I've used have done many things poorly. I'd like to find one that does a few things well, with a special focus on the pliers. This (along with my satisfaction with their other products) is why i liked the looks of the Kershaw so much - the pliers were not retractable and as such were supposedly much stiffer than your average multitool. They were also locking like vice grips, but that part I can do without. Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc. I'm looking for advice on a good multitool I can buy at the store in '09, not what was a great tool back in the 80's when tools were commonly made to be used. So, if you carry something along these lines and are happy with it, please tell me what and why. /SNIP Thanks, Scotty Back in 1997 we were closing up a small union local and preparing to join with a larger union. Had some money to dispose of so I bought about 32 Schrade Tough Tools for the members. I also went to a local leather artist and had little patches made with the union local #, it's logo and the dates it served the members. These patches were sewn onto the leather belt pouches the tool came with. I presented them with custom t-shirts at a goodbye party to the 2.5 dozen current members plus a few past execs. Everybody loved them except for a few of the girls. Can't please everyone. http://www.botachtactical.com/schrade1.html How long did they last? Mine is like new..except for the tiny 'slot' screwdriver tip. I mangled it a bit trying to remove small rusted towel rack set screws. Always meant to send it back for repair under warranty..or simply file down to a useable tip. (note: I should disclose that other than the original oiling and tedius high repition break-in period, so I could open and use the pliers single handed, the tool got limited use) |
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wrote in message ... On Jan 6, 10:42 pm, "Don White" wrote: wrote in message ... I am posting this from a bike group I go to.. Maybe you guys can make a good suggestion and I can pass it along.. SNIP OT, but I figure some of the regulars in this group are the type to carry and use multitools. I'm looking to get one that has a solid set of pliers that don't shimmy side to side when twisting things, with at least the basics for additional tools (screwdrivers, knife, etc). It'll be for boating use as well as on the dirt bike, so I don't really like the designs that have separate drivers for the screwdriver part, since I could see losing one in rough seas, and wouldn't want to be fiddling with getting out the proper bit and inserting it into the tool while on the cabintop of a rocking boat. The best thing I found hope for in my research was a Kershaw multitool, but it's been discontinued. My everyday pocket knife is a Kershaw 1550, and it's a great, great knife. Very well built, going strong after years of tough use and conditions, and has a lifetime warranty behind it if it ever does flake out on me. Any multitools I've used have done many things poorly. I'd like to find one that does a few things well, with a special focus on the pliers. This (along with my satisfaction with their other products) is why i liked the looks of the Kershaw so much - the pliers were not retractable and as such were supposedly much stiffer than your average multitool. They were also locking like vice grips, but that part I can do without. Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc. I'm looking for advice on a good multitool I can buy at the store in '09, not what was a great tool back in the 80's when tools were commonly made to be used. So, if you carry something along these lines and are happy with it, please tell me what and why. /SNIP Thanks, Scotty Back in 1997 we were closing up a small union local and preparing to join with a larger union. Had some money to dispose of so I bought about 32 Schrade Tough Tools for the members. I also went to a local leather artist and had little patches made with the union local #, it's logo and the dates it served the members. These patches were sewn onto the leather belt pouches the tool came with. I presented them with custom t-shirts at a goodbye party to the 2.5 dozen current members plus a few past execs. Everybody loved them except for a few of the girls. Can't please everyone.http://www.botachtactical.com/schrade1.html- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Did Harry help you with that tall tale? ************************************************** ********* Seems to me y'all down there are a real bettin' group. What do you wager that I can't produce a picture of two of the units with the obvious union patch and who knows...maybe the original receipt from Canadian Tire. I was the treasurer and acting president at time of close-up so I should still have the voucher/receipt here. Hurry up...the wife has been after me to trash all my old union documents......it has been beyond the 7 year period. (except for my last stint with the Guild) |
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Don White wrote:
"Tom Francis - SWSports" wrote in message ... On Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:42:55 -0400, "Don White" wrote: wrote in message ... I am posting this from a bike group I go to.. Maybe you guys can make a good suggestion and I can pass it along.. SNIP OT, but I figure some of the regulars in this group are the type to carry and use multitools. I'm looking to get one that has a solid set of pliers that don't shimmy side to side when twisting things, with at least the basics for additional tools (screwdrivers, knife, etc). It'll be for boating use as well as on the dirt bike, so I don't really like the designs that have separate drivers for the screwdriver part, since I could see losing one in rough seas, and wouldn't want to be fiddling with getting out the proper bit and inserting it into the tool while on the cabintop of a rocking boat. The best thing I found hope for in my research was a Kershaw multitool, but it's been discontinued. My everyday pocket knife is a Kershaw 1550, and it's a great, great knife. Very well built, going strong after years of tough use and conditions, and has a lifetime warranty behind it if it ever does flake out on me. Any multitools I've used have done many things poorly. I'd like to find one that does a few things well, with a special focus on the pliers. This (along with my satisfaction with their other products) is why i liked the looks of the Kershaw so much - the pliers were not retractable and as such were supposedly much stiffer than your average multitool. They were also locking like vice grips, but that part I can do without. Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc. I'm looking for advice on a good multitool I can buy at the store in '09, not what was a great tool back in the 80's when tools were commonly made to be used. So, if you carry something along these lines and are happy with it, please tell me what and why. /SNIP Thanks, Scotty Back in 1997 we were closing up a small union local and preparing to join with a larger union. Had some money to dispose of so I bought about 32 Schrade Tough Tools for the members. I also went to a local leather artist and had little patches made with the union local #, it's logo and the dates it served the members. These patches were sewn onto the leather belt pouches the tool came with. I presented them with custom t-shirts at a goodbye party to the 2.5 dozen current members plus a few past execs. Everybody loved them except for a few of the girls. Can't please everyone. http://www.botachtactical.com/schrade1.html How long did they last? Mine is like new..except for the tiny 'slot' screwdriver tip. I mangled it a bit trying to remove small rusted towel rack set screws. Always meant to send it back for repair under warranty..or simply file down to a useable tip. (note: I should disclose that other than the original oiling and tedius high repition break-in period, so I could open and use the pliers single handed, the tool got limited use) Whatever made you think you could remove a hex fastener with a flat blade tool. You should file all your tools down to a dull point. |
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Don White wrote:
wrote in message ... On Jan 6, 10:42 pm, "Don White" wrote: wrote in message ... I am posting this from a bike group I go to.. Maybe you guys can make a good suggestion and I can pass it along.. SNIP OT, but I figure some of the regulars in this group are the type to carry and use multitools. I'm looking to get one that has a solid set of pliers that don't shimmy side to side when twisting things, with at least the basics for additional tools (screwdrivers, knife, etc). It'll be for boating use as well as on the dirt bike, so I don't really like the designs that have separate drivers for the screwdriver part, since I could see losing one in rough seas, and wouldn't want to be fiddling with getting out the proper bit and inserting it into the tool while on the cabintop of a rocking boat. The best thing I found hope for in my research was a Kershaw multitool, but it's been discontinued. My everyday pocket knife is a Kershaw 1550, and it's a great, great knife. Very well built, going strong after years of tough use and conditions, and has a lifetime warranty behind it if it ever does flake out on me. Any multitools I've used have done many things poorly. I'd like to find one that does a few things well, with a special focus on the pliers. This (along with my satisfaction with their other products) is why i liked the looks of the Kershaw so much - the pliers were not retractable and as such were supposedly much stiffer than your average multitool. They were also locking like vice grips, but that part I can do without. Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc. I'm looking for advice on a good multitool I can buy at the store in '09, not what was a great tool back in the 80's when tools were commonly made to be used. So, if you carry something along these lines and are happy with it, please tell me what and why. /SNIP Thanks, Scotty Back in 1997 we were closing up a small union local and preparing to join with a larger union. Had some money to dispose of so I bought about 32 Schrade Tough Tools for the members. I also went to a local leather artist and had little patches made with the union local #, it's logo and the dates it served the members. These patches were sewn onto the leather belt pouches the tool came with. I presented them with custom t-shirts at a goodbye party to the 2.5 dozen current members plus a few past execs. Everybody loved them except for a few of the girls. Can't please everyone.http://www.botachtactical.com/schrade1.html- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Did Harry help you with that tall tale? ************************************************** ********* Seems to me y'all down there are a real bettin' group. What do you wager that I can't produce a picture of two of the units with the obvious union patch and who knows...maybe the original receipt from Canadian Tire. I was the treasurer and acting president at time of close-up so I should still have the voucher/receipt here. Hurry up...the wife has been after me to trash all my old union documents......it has been beyond the 7 year period. (except for my last stint with the Guild) BTW, consider this: loogy *is* a multi-tool. Every nasty rightie in here uses him. |
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"Jim" wrote in message ... Don White wrote: "Tom Francis - SWSports" wrote in message ... On Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:42:55 -0400, "Don White" wrote: wrote in message ... I am posting this from a bike group I go to.. Maybe you guys can make a good suggestion and I can pass it along.. SNIP OT, but I figure some of the regulars in this group are the type to carry and use multitools. I'm looking to get one that has a solid set of pliers that don't shimmy side to side when twisting things, with at least the basics for additional tools (screwdrivers, knife, etc). It'll be for boating use as well as on the dirt bike, so I don't really like the designs that have separate drivers for the screwdriver part, since I could see losing one in rough seas, and wouldn't want to be fiddling with getting out the proper bit and inserting it into the tool while on the cabintop of a rocking boat. The best thing I found hope for in my research was a Kershaw multitool, but it's been discontinued. My everyday pocket knife is a Kershaw 1550, and it's a great, great knife. Very well built, going strong after years of tough use and conditions, and has a lifetime warranty behind it if it ever does flake out on me. Any multitools I've used have done many things poorly. I'd like to find one that does a few things well, with a special focus on the pliers. This (along with my satisfaction with their other products) is why i liked the looks of the Kershaw so much - the pliers were not retractable and as such were supposedly much stiffer than your average multitool. They were also locking like vice grips, but that part I can do without. Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc. I'm looking for advice on a good multitool I can buy at the store in '09, not what was a great tool back in the 80's when tools were commonly made to be used. So, if you carry something along these lines and are happy with it, please tell me what and why. /SNIP Thanks, Scotty Back in 1997 we were closing up a small union local and preparing to join with a larger union. Had some money to dispose of so I bought about 32 Schrade Tough Tools for the members. I also went to a local leather artist and had little patches made with the union local #, it's logo and the dates it served the members. These patches were sewn onto the leather belt pouches the tool came with. I presented them with custom t-shirts at a goodbye party to the 2.5 dozen current members plus a few past execs. Everybody loved them except for a few of the girls. Can't please everyone. http://www.botachtactical.com/schrade1.html How long did they last? Mine is like new..except for the tiny 'slot' screwdriver tip. I mangled it a bit trying to remove small rusted towel rack set screws. Always meant to send it back for repair under warranty..or simply file down to a useable tip. (note: I should disclose that other than the original oiling and tedius high repition break-in period, so I could open and use the pliers single handed, the tool got limited use) Whatever made you think you could remove a hex fastener with a flat blade tool. You should file all your tools down to a dull point. Hee hee...this set screw did have a slot cut...meant for a very narrow 'slot type' screwdriver. All the ones I see now are the hex, or Allan key type. |
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On Jan 7, 9:21*am, "Don White" wrote:
wrote in message ... On Jan 6, 10:42 pm, "Don White" wrote: wrote in message ... I am posting this from a bike group I go to.. Maybe you guys can make a good suggestion and I can pass it along.. SNIP OT, but I figure some of the regulars in this group are the type to carry and use multitools. I'm looking to get one that has a solid set of pliers that don't shimmy side to side when twisting things, with at least the basics for additional tools (screwdrivers, knife, etc). It'll be for boating use as well as on the dirt bike, so I don't really like the designs that have separate drivers for the screwdriver part, since I could see losing one in rough seas, and wouldn't want to be fiddling with getting out the proper bit and inserting it into the tool while on the cabintop of a rocking boat. The best thing I found hope for in my research was a Kershaw multitool, but it's been discontinued. My everyday pocket knife is a Kershaw 1550, and it's a great, great knife. Very well built, going strong after years of tough use and conditions, and has a lifetime warranty behind it if it ever does flake out on me. Any multitools I've used have done many things poorly. I'd like to find one that does a few things well, with a special focus on the pliers. This (along with my satisfaction with their other products) is why i liked the looks of the Kershaw so much - the pliers were not retractable and as such were supposedly much stiffer than your average multitool. They were also locking like vice grips, but that part I can do without. Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc. I'm looking for advice on a good multitool I can buy at the store in '09, not what was a great tool back in the 80's when tools were commonly made to be used. So, if you carry something along these lines and are happy with it, please tell me what and why. /SNIP Thanks, Scotty Back in 1997 we were closing up a small union local and preparing to join with a larger union. Had some money to dispose of so I bought about 32 Schrade Tough Tools for the members. I also went to a local leather artist and had little patches made with the union local #, it's logo and the dates it served the members. These patches were sewn onto the leather belt pouches the tool came with. I presented them with custom t-shirts at a goodbye party to the 2.5 dozen current members plus a few past execs. Everybody loved them except for a few of the girls. Can't please everyone.http://www.botachtactical.com/schrade1.html-Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Did Harry help you with that tall tale? ************************************************** ********* Seems to me y'all down there are a real bettin' group. What do you wager that I can't produce a picture of two of the units with the obvious union patch and who knows...maybe the original receipt from Canadian Tire. I was the treasurer and acting president at time of close-up so I should still have the voucher/receipt here. Hurry up...the wife has been after me to trash all my old union documents......it has been beyond the 7 year period. *(except for my last stint with the Guild)- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - How on earth would the above prove that you provided all of that to every member in your union? Besides, when we were discussing your angle that you think, like Harry, that people who don't use their real names are cowards, you said you weren't a betting man. Which is it? Either you are, or you aren't. |
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On Jan 7, 8:47*am, Jim wrote:
wrote: On Jan 7, 8:00 am, hk wrote: JoeSpareBedroom wrote: wrote in message .... On Jan 6, 10:36 pm, Vic Smith wrote: On Tue, 06 Jan 2009 21:51:59 -0500, Tom Francis - SWSports wrote: On Tue, 6 Jan 2009 18:34:00 -0800 (PST), wrote: Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc Excuse me? Leatherman tools rule. Isn't that a glorified Swiss Army knife? Never met a multi-tool I liked except for a claw hammer. A decent tool box doesn't take up much space. If you're convinced send me that Leatherman and I'll take a look at it before I get rid of it. Already posted my address. --Vic The guy I posted for will be using it to carry on a dirtbike.. no room for a toolbox, even a small one... =========== If the Leatherman Wave is good enough for Les Stroud, it's just the thing for your friend. That's the one I have...but I understand Leatherman "retired" that model. It's a great little pocket tool. I even pack it in my checked-in luggage when I fly somewhere. Used to be able to keep it in my pocket....- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - You're not allowed to have them on a commercial flight because it has a knife, liar. http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtrav...tted-prohibite... He is a liar, but not necessarily in this case. You need to apologize to harold.- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Nope, I would have, but the fat slob had to instantly start his insults, so, no thanks. Harry's so desperate here for someone to talk to him that he's acting like the former Tuuk |
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... On Jan 7, 8:47 am, Jim wrote: wrote: On Jan 7, 8:00 am, hk wrote: JoeSpareBedroom wrote: wrote in message ... On Jan 6, 10:36 pm, Vic Smith wrote: On Tue, 06 Jan 2009 21:51:59 -0500, Tom Francis - SWSports wrote: On Tue, 6 Jan 2009 18:34:00 -0800 (PST), wrote: Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc Excuse me? Leatherman tools rule. Isn't that a glorified Swiss Army knife? Never met a multi-tool I liked except for a claw hammer. A decent tool box doesn't take up much space. If you're convinced send me that Leatherman and I'll take a look at it before I get rid of it. Already posted my address. --Vic The guy I posted for will be using it to carry on a dirtbike.. no room for a toolbox, even a small one... =========== If the Leatherman Wave is good enough for Les Stroud, it's just the thing for your friend. That's the one I have...but I understand Leatherman "retired" that model. It's a great little pocket tool. I even pack it in my checked-in luggage when I fly somewhere. Used to be able to keep it in my pocket...- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - You're not allowed to have them on a commercial flight because it has a knife, liar. http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtrav...tted-prohibite... He is a liar, but not necessarily in this case. You need to apologize to harold.- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Nope, I would have, but the fat slob had to instantly start his insults, so, no thanks. Harry's so desperate here for someone to talk to him that he's acting like the former Tuuk ============== OK...let me get this straight: 1) You read what he said, but did not comprehend all of it. 2) You posted a link which failed to prove your point. 3) You're not mature enough to admit you were wrong. |
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On Wed, 7 Jan 2009 10:15:58 -0400, "Don White"
wrote: How long did they last? Mine is like new..except for the tiny 'slot' screwdriver tip. I mangled it a bit trying to remove small rusted towel rack set screws. Always meant to send it back for repair under warranty..or simply file down to a useable tip. (note: I should disclose that other than the original oiling and tedius high repition break-in period, so I could open and use the pliers single handed, the tool got limited use) The reason I asked was because I had one and had nothing but bad things to say about it. Seemed flimsy to me. I have Leatherman tools - the big multi-set and two of the standard tools - never had a problem with any of them. Now that I think about it, I've had the one I carry on my belt for at least ten years - still looks new and I use it all the time. |
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On Jan 7, 9:50*am, wrote:
On Jan 7, 8:47*am, Jim wrote: wrote: On Jan 7, 8:00 am, hk wrote: JoeSpareBedroom wrote: wrote in message ... On Jan 6, 10:36 pm, Vic Smith wrote: On Tue, 06 Jan 2009 21:51:59 -0500, Tom Francis - SWSports wrote: On Tue, 6 Jan 2009 18:34:00 -0800 (PST), wrote: Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc Excuse me? Leatherman tools rule. Isn't that a glorified Swiss Army knife? Never met a multi-tool I liked except for a claw hammer. A decent tool box doesn't take up much space. If you're convinced send me that Leatherman and I'll take a look at it before I get rid of it. Already posted my address. --Vic The guy I posted for will be using it to carry on a dirtbike.. no room for a toolbox, even a small one... =========== If the Leatherman Wave is good enough for Les Stroud, it's just the thing for your friend. That's the one I have...but I understand Leatherman "retired" that model. It's a great little pocket tool. I even pack it in my checked-in luggage when I fly somewhere. Used to be able to keep it in my pocket...- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - You're not allowed to have them on a commercial flight because it has a knife, liar. http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtrav...tted-prohibite.... He is a liar, but not necessarily in this case. You need to apologize to harold.- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Nope, I would have, but the fat slob had to instantly start his insults, so, no thanks. Harry's so desperate here for someone to talk to him that he's acting like the former Tuuk- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Either way, I invited a guy from another group to keep up with this thread so let's all make a good impression please;) |
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On Jan 7, 10:10*am, Tom Francis - SWSports
wrote: On Wed, 7 Jan 2009 10:15:58 -0400, "Don White" wrote: How long did they last? Mine is like new..except for the tiny 'slot' screwdriver tip. *I mangled it a bit trying to remove small rusted towel rack set screws. Always meant to send it back for repair under warranty..or simply file down to a useable tip. (note: *I should disclose that other than the original oiling and tedius high repition break-in period, so I could open and use the pliers single handed, the tool got limited use) The reason I asked was because I had one and had nothing but bad things to say about it. *Seemed flimsy to me. I have Leatherman tools - the big multi-set and two of the standard tools - never had a problem with any of them. Now that I think about it, I've had the one I carry on my belt for at least ten years - still looks new and I use it all the time. I have a Leatherman "Super Tool", and while it's never given me a problem, I don't really like it that much. When you flip it open to use the pliers, the "handles" have the open sides out, which then digs into your hand if you need to apply much pressure. It is fairly bullet-proof, but the design has been retired now. |
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wrote in message ... On Jan 7, 9:21 am, "Don White" wrote: wrote in message ... On Jan 6, 10:42 pm, "Don White" wrote: wrote in message ... I am posting this from a bike group I go to.. Maybe you guys can make a good suggestion and I can pass it along.. SNIP OT, but I figure some of the regulars in this group are the type to carry and use multitools. I'm looking to get one that has a solid set of pliers that don't shimmy side to side when twisting things, with at least the basics for additional tools (screwdrivers, knife, etc). It'll be for boating use as well as on the dirt bike, so I don't really like the designs that have separate drivers for the screwdriver part, since I could see losing one in rough seas, and wouldn't want to be fiddling with getting out the proper bit and inserting it into the tool while on the cabintop of a rocking boat. The best thing I found hope for in my research was a Kershaw multitool, but it's been discontinued. My everyday pocket knife is a Kershaw 1550, and it's a great, great knife. Very well built, going strong after years of tough use and conditions, and has a lifetime warranty behind it if it ever does flake out on me. Any multitools I've used have done many things poorly. I'd like to find one that does a few things well, with a special focus on the pliers. This (along with my satisfaction with their other products) is why i liked the looks of the Kershaw so much - the pliers were not retractable and as such were supposedly much stiffer than your average multitool. They were also locking like vice grips, but that part I can do without. Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc. I'm looking for advice on a good multitool I can buy at the store in '09, not what was a great tool back in the 80's when tools were commonly made to be used. So, if you carry something along these lines and are happy with it, please tell me what and why. /SNIP Thanks, Scotty Back in 1997 we were closing up a small union local and preparing to join with a larger union. Had some money to dispose of so I bought about 32 Schrade Tough Tools for the members. I also went to a local leather artist and had little patches made with the union local #, it's logo and the dates it served the members. These patches were sewn onto the leather belt pouches the tool came with. I presented them with custom t-shirts at a goodbye party to the 2.5 dozen current members plus a few past execs. Everybody loved them except for a few of the girls. Can't please everyone.http://www.botachtactical.com/schrade1.html-Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Did Harry help you with that tall tale? ************************************************** ********* Seems to me y'all down there are a real bettin' group. What do you wager that I can't produce a picture of two of the units with the obvious union patch and who knows...maybe the original receipt from Canadian Tire. I was the treasurer and acting president at time of close-up so I should still have the voucher/receipt here. Hurry up...the wife has been after me to trash all my old union documents......it has been beyond the 7 year period. (except for my last stint with the Guild)- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - How on earth would the above prove that you provided all of that to every member in your union? Besides, when we were discussing your angle that you think, like Harry, that people who don't use their real names are cowards, you said you weren't a betting man. Which is it? Either you are, or you aren't. ******************************************* Well, since you asked...I wouldn't consider this a true wager.... more like taking candy from a baby. |
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On Jan 7, 9:56*am, "JoeSpareBedroom" wrote:
wrote in message ... On Jan 7, 8:47 am, Jim wrote: wrote: On Jan 7, 8:00 am, hk wrote: JoeSpareBedroom wrote: wrote in message ... On Jan 6, 10:36 pm, Vic Smith wrote: On Tue, 06 Jan 2009 21:51:59 -0500, Tom Francis - SWSports wrote: On Tue, 6 Jan 2009 18:34:00 -0800 (PST), wrote: Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc Excuse me? Leatherman tools rule. Isn't that a glorified Swiss Army knife? Never met a multi-tool I liked except for a claw hammer. A decent tool box doesn't take up much space. If you're convinced send me that Leatherman and I'll take a look at it before I get rid of it. Already posted my address. --Vic The guy I posted for will be using it to carry on a dirtbike.. no room for a toolbox, even a small one... =========== If the Leatherman Wave is good enough for Les Stroud, it's just the thing for your friend. That's the one I have...but I understand Leatherman "retired" that model. It's a great little pocket tool. I even pack it in my checked-in luggage when I fly somewhere. Used to be able to keep it in my pocket...- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - You're not allowed to have them on a commercial flight because it has a knife, liar. http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtrav...tted-prohibite.... He is a liar, but not necessarily in this case. You need to apologize to harold.- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Nope, I would have, but the fat slob had to instantly start his insults, so, no thanks. Harry's so desperate here for someone to talk to him that he's acting like the former Tuuk ============== OK...let me get this straight: 1) You read what he said, but did not comprehend all of it. 2) You posted a link which failed to prove your point. 3) You're not mature enough to admit you were wrong.- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - No, you didn't "get this straight". Has absolutely nothing to do with maturity. Hell, your buddy Harry has been asked several times for an apology when proven wrong and has never done so. So, why should anybody apologize to someone who has never done so himself, and has done nothing but call that person vulgar childish names and insulted that person at every occasion? |
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... On Jan 7, 9:56 am, "JoeSpareBedroom" wrote: wrote in message ... On Jan 7, 8:47 am, Jim wrote: wrote: On Jan 7, 8:00 am, hk wrote: JoeSpareBedroom wrote: wrote in message ... On Jan 6, 10:36 pm, Vic Smith wrote: On Tue, 06 Jan 2009 21:51:59 -0500, Tom Francis - SWSports wrote: On Tue, 6 Jan 2009 18:34:00 -0800 (PST), wrote: Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc Excuse me? Leatherman tools rule. Isn't that a glorified Swiss Army knife? Never met a multi-tool I liked except for a claw hammer. A decent tool box doesn't take up much space. If you're convinced send me that Leatherman and I'll take a look at it before I get rid of it. Already posted my address. --Vic The guy I posted for will be using it to carry on a dirtbike.. no room for a toolbox, even a small one... =========== If the Leatherman Wave is good enough for Les Stroud, it's just the thing for your friend. That's the one I have...but I understand Leatherman "retired" that model. It's a great little pocket tool. I even pack it in my checked-in luggage when I fly somewhere. Used to be able to keep it in my pocket...- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - You're not allowed to have them on a commercial flight because it has a knife, liar. http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtrav...tted-prohibite... He is a liar, but not necessarily in this case. You need to apologize to harold.- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Nope, I would have, but the fat slob had to instantly start his insults, so, no thanks. Harry's so desperate here for someone to talk to him that he's acting like the former Tuuk ============== OK...let me get this straight: 1) You read what he said, but did not comprehend all of it. 2) You posted a link which failed to prove your point. 3) You're not mature enough to admit you were wrong.- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - No, you didn't "get this straight". Has absolutely nothing to do with maturity. Hell, your buddy Harry has been asked several times for an apology when proven wrong and has never done so. So, why should anybody apologize to someone who has never done so himself, and has done nothing but call that person vulgar childish names and insulted that person at every occasion? ======================= Translation: "But mom....the other kids were throwing rocks at the window too. How come I'm gettin' time out?" |
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wrote in message ... I am posting this from a bike group I go to.. Maybe you guys can make a good suggestion and I can pass it along.. SNIP OT, but I figure some of the regulars in this group are the type to carry and use multitools. I'm looking to get one that has a solid set of pliers that don't shimmy side to side when twisting things, with at least the basics for additional tools (screwdrivers, knife, etc). It'll be for boating use as well as on the dirt bike, so I don't really like the designs that have separate drivers for the screwdriver part, since I could see losing one in rough seas, and wouldn't want to be fiddling with getting out the proper bit and inserting it into the tool while on the cabintop of a rocking boat. The best thing I found hope for in my research was a Kershaw multitool, but it's been discontinued. My everyday pocket knife is a Kershaw 1550, and it's a great, great knife. Very well built, going strong after years of tough use and conditions, and has a lifetime warranty behind it if it ever does flake out on me. Any multitools I've used have done many things poorly. I'd like to find one that does a few things well, with a special focus on the pliers. This (along with my satisfaction with their other products) is why i liked the looks of the Kershaw so much - the pliers were not retractable and as such were supposedly much stiffer than your average multitool. They were also locking like vice grips, but that part I can do without. Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc. I'm looking for advice on a good multitool I can buy at the store in '09, not what was a great tool back in the 80's when tools were commonly made to be used. So, if you carry something along these lines and are happy with it, please tell me what and why. /SNIP Thanks, Scotty The perfect answer to multitools and priced to sell! Also could be helpful as a hook. ;-) http://www.hammacher.com/publish/746...=QSearch&ls=FA |
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On Wed, 7 Jan 2009 07:27:44 -0800 (PST), wrote:
On Jan 7, 10:10*am, Tom Francis - SWSports wrote: On Wed, 7 Jan 2009 10:15:58 -0400, "Don White" wrote: How long did they last? Mine is like new..except for the tiny 'slot' screwdriver tip. *I mangled it a bit trying to remove small rusted towel rack set screws. Always meant to send it back for repair under warranty..or simply file down to a useable tip. (note: *I should disclose that other than the original oiling and tedius high repition break-in period, so I could open and use the pliers single handed, the tool got limited use) The reason I asked was because I had one and had nothing but bad things to say about it. *Seemed flimsy to me. I have Leatherman tools - the big multi-set and two of the standard tools - never had a problem with any of them. Now that I think about it, I've had the one I carry on my belt for at least ten years - still looks new and I use it all the time. I have a Leatherman "Super Tool", and while it's never given me a problem, I don't really like it that much. When you flip it open to use the pliers, the "handles" have the open sides out, which then digs into your hand if you need to apply much pressure. It is fairly bullet-proof, but the design has been retired now. That never bothered me. My two Standards (I think they used to call them Plus) have been used hard - never abused and I couldn't think of doing without them. The one I do like on my boats is the Gerber http://www.gerber-tools.com/Gerber-F...d-22-01517.htm The one handed feature is very handy when releasing a fish with a stuck hook. |
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"Reginald P. Smithers III, Esq." wrote in message ... Jim wrote: wrote: On Jan 7, 8:00 am, hk wrote: JoeSpareBedroom wrote: wrote in message ... On Jan 6, 10:36 pm, Vic Smith wrote: On Tue, 06 Jan 2009 21:51:59 -0500, Tom Francis - SWSports wrote: On Tue, 6 Jan 2009 18:34:00 -0800 (PST), wrote: Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc Excuse me? Leatherman tools rule. Isn't that a glorified Swiss Army knife? Never met a multi-tool I liked except for a claw hammer. A decent tool box doesn't take up much space. If you're convinced send me that Leatherman and I'll take a look at it before I get rid of it. Already posted my address. --Vic The guy I posted for will be using it to carry on a dirtbike.. no room for a toolbox, even a small one... =========== If the Leatherman Wave is good enough for Les Stroud, it's just the thing for your friend. That's the one I have...but I understand Leatherman "retired" that model. It's a great little pocket tool. I even pack it in my checked-in luggage when I fly somewhere. Used to be able to keep it in my pocket...- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - You're not allowed to have them on a commercial flight because it has a knife, liar. http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtrav...ted-items.shtm He is a liar, but not necessarily in this case. You need to apologize to harold. In the 80's I had a briefcase that I used for about 10 yrs, and had used on over 1000 flights. This was when they were having problems with all of the hijacked flights. When I purchased a new briefcase, and took everything out, I found a pocketknife with a 3" blade in one of the side compartments. I was surprised that it was never seen by the Xray machines. My guess is they would find it today. Or maybe I am hoping they would find it today. 3 years ago we flew to Rome via SFO , Cinncinati. Sharing a bagel while waiting in Cinnci airport, reach in the packpack and find the folding knife that lived in the backpack for picnics. About a 4" blade knife. Really good TSA (trained to steal anything) inspection. |
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"Don White" wrote in message ... wrote in message ... On Jan 6, 10:42 pm, "Don White" wrote: wrote in message ... I am posting this from a bike group I go to.. Maybe you guys can make a good suggestion and I can pass it along.. SNIP OT, but I figure some of the regulars in this group are the type to carry and use multitools. I'm looking to get one that has a solid set of pliers that don't shimmy side to side when twisting things, with at least the basics for additional tools (screwdrivers, knife, etc). It'll be for boating use as well as on the dirt bike, so I don't really like the designs that have separate drivers for the screwdriver part, since I could see losing one in rough seas, and wouldn't want to be fiddling with getting out the proper bit and inserting it into the tool while on the cabintop of a rocking boat. The best thing I found hope for in my research was a Kershaw multitool, but it's been discontinued. My everyday pocket knife is a Kershaw 1550, and it's a great, great knife. Very well built, going strong after years of tough use and conditions, and has a lifetime warranty behind it if it ever does flake out on me. Any multitools I've used have done many things poorly. I'd like to find one that does a few things well, with a special focus on the pliers. This (along with my satisfaction with their other products) is why i liked the looks of the Kershaw so much - the pliers were not retractable and as such were supposedly much stiffer than your average multitool. They were also locking like vice grips, but that part I can do without. Also, I know that leatherman and gerber made much better stuff 10+ years ago than they do today, with ownership changes and lowered standards, etc. I'm looking for advice on a good multitool I can buy at the store in '09, not what was a great tool back in the 80's when tools were commonly made to be used. So, if you carry something along these lines and are happy with it, please tell me what and why. /SNIP Thanks, Scotty Back in 1997 we were closing up a small union local and preparing to join with a larger union. Had some money to dispose of so I bought about 32 Schrade Tough Tools for the members. I also went to a local leather artist and had little patches made with the union local #, it's logo and the dates it served the members. These patches were sewn onto the leather belt pouches the tool came with. I presented them with custom t-shirts at a goodbye party to the 2.5 dozen current members plus a few past execs. Everybody loved them except for a few of the girls. Can't please everyone.http://www.botachtactical.com/schrade1.html- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Did Harry help you with that tall tale? ************************************************** ********* Seems to me y'all down there are a real bettin' group. What do you wager that I can't produce a picture of two of the units with the obvious union patch and who knows...maybe the original receipt from Canadian Tire. I was the treasurer and acting president at time of close-up so I should still have the voucher/receipt here. Hurry up...the wife has been after me to trash all my old union documents......it has been beyond the 7 year period. (except for my last stint with the Guild) Why not just give back the excess money? Instead of wasting it. |
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"Reginald P. Smithers III, Esq." wrote in message ... wrote: I have a Leatherman "Super Tool", and while it's never given me a problem, I don't really like it that much. When you flip it open to use the pliers, the "handles" have the open sides out, which then digs into your hand if you need to apply much pressure. It is fairly bullet-proof, but the design has been retired now. I purchased one, and only tried to use it once. I just found it easier to go to the toolbox and get the correct tool. I still travel a lot, and find that the multitool works well when away from toolboxes. |
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Calif Bill wrote:
"Don White" wrote in message Why not just give back the excess money? Instead of wasting it. One's behavior is impacted by what you learned. Don was a Union man, he did what he was trained to do, waste it. |
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