SkisNH Posted April 6, 2023 Share Posted April 6, 2023 Hi Guys, I lost my leatherman and am going to purchase something to replace it. What do you guys carry or what would you get? My main requirements are good pliers, quality knife steel, and the ability to carry comfortably with a pocket clip every day. Secondary, would be a decent driver. Leaning towards the leatherman free p4...but really only "need" the Skeletool cx Thanks SkisNH 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Platinum Contributing Member Jimmy Snacks Posted April 6, 2023 Platinum Contributing Member Share Posted April 6, 2023 12 minutes ago, SkisNH said: Hi Guys, I lost my leatherman and am going to purchase something to replace it. What do you guys carry or what would you get? My main requirements are good pliers, quality knife steel, and the ability to carry comfortably with a pocket clip every day. Secondary, would be a decent driver. Leaning towards the leatherman free p4...but really only "need" the Skeletool cx Thanks SkisNH Following…good topic.👊🏻 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spin_dry Posted April 6, 2023 Share Posted April 6, 2023 1 hour ago, SkisNH said: Hi Guys, I lost my leatherman and am going to purchase something to replace it. What do you guys carry or what would you get? My main requirements are good pliers, quality knife steel, and the ability to carry comfortably with a pocket clip every day. Secondary, would be a decent driver. Leaning towards the leatherman free p4...but really only "need" the Skeletool cx Thanks SkisNH I carry the skeletool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XCR1250 Posted April 6, 2023 Share Posted April 6, 2023 (edited) I found a really nice one on The Tuscobia trail 2 Summers ago, had a business name on it not a brand name. Edited April 6, 2023 by XCR1250 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Platinum Contributing Member steve from amherst Posted April 6, 2023 Platinum Contributing Member Share Posted April 6, 2023 Saw a new one at the counter of a hardware store. Looked pretty cool with a nice knife. If Im in same town tommorow and have time Ill check it out. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold Member Kivalo Posted April 6, 2023 Gold Member Share Posted April 6, 2023 (edited) I carry the leatherman wave+, I have used the warranty twice and they asked no questions either time and fixed it properly so there's that. But I did need it twice. So far its been a good daily carry item when I;m at sea. My only real complaint is the same complaint I have with all multitools, the blade steel is your basic 440c stainless. When you cut a lot of line or other fibrous material it will dull quickly. But like I said, all brands of multitools are like that. Rumor has that Leatherman is coming out with something called the ARC and its going to have a knife blade made from Magnacut steel, which is super high end knife steel. The only drawbacks are this will be expensive, almost $200 probably, and secondly as far as I know its still in the design phase or possibly even still just a rumor. If it get produced I will have one for sure. I also like the look of those Free models, they look like a great choice and will i the running when purchase time comes along. I have been eying the SOG PpwerAccess Delux for my next one. It has a nice magnetic bit driver function and is well under $100. Looks like a winner to me. https://sogknives.com/poweraccess-deluxe/ Edited April 6, 2023 by Kivalo 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hayward Posted April 6, 2023 Share Posted April 6, 2023 I carry a free pocket knife (dull) and a good pair of regular pliers every day. If I need more than that, I go for the tool box. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkisNH Posted April 6, 2023 Author Share Posted April 6, 2023 22 minutes ago, Kivalo said: I carry the leatherman wave+, I have used the warranty twice and they asked no questions either time and fixed it properly so there's that. But I did need it twice. So far its been a good daily carry item when I;m at sea. My only real complaint is the same complaint I have with all multitools, the blade steel is your basic 440c stainless. When you cut a lot of line or other fibrous material it will dull quickly. But like I said, all brands of multitools are like that. Rumor has that Leatherman is coming out with something called the ARC and its going to have a knife blade made from Magnacut steel, which is super high end knife steel. The only drawbacks are this will be expensive, almost $200 probably, and secondly as far as I know its still in the design phase or possibly even still just a rumor. If it get produced I will have one for sure. I also like the look of those Free models, they look like a great choice and will i the running when purchase time comes along. I have been eying the SOG PpwerAccess Delux for my next one. It has a nice magnetic bit driver function and is well under $100. Looks like a winner to me. https://sogknives.com/poweraccess-deluxe/ The skeletool cx has 154cm steel for the blade. An upgrade from 440 but not top spec. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold Member Kivalo Posted April 6, 2023 Gold Member Share Posted April 6, 2023 45 minutes ago, SkisNH said: The skeletool cx has 154cm steel for the blade. An upgrade from 440 but not top spec. I didnt realize that and yeah it is a better steel. I have a benchmade with 154 in it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Crappie Posted April 6, 2023 Share Posted April 6, 2023 Gerber Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spin_dry Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 The ultimate would a titanium skeletool with S30v steel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ez ryder Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 5 hours ago, Kivalo said: I carry the leatherman wave+, I have used the warranty twice and they asked no questions either time and fixed it properly so there's that. But I did need it twice. So far its been a good daily carry item when I;m at sea. My only real complaint is the same complaint I have with all multitools, the blade steel is your basic 440c stainless. When you cut a lot of line or other fibrous material it will dull quickly. But like I said, all brands of multitools are like that. Rumor has that Leatherman is coming out with something called the ARC and its going to have a knife blade made from Magnacut steel, which is super high end knife steel. The only drawbacks are this will be expensive, almost $200 probably, and secondly as far as I know its still in the design phase or possibly even still just a rumor. If it get produced I will have one for sure. I also like the look of those Free models, they look like a great choice and will i the running when purchase time comes along. I have been eying the SOG PpwerAccess Delux for my next one. It has a nice magnetic bit driver function and is well under $100. Looks like a winner to me. https://sogknives.com/poweraccess-deluxe/ Is 200 really out if control for somthing you have on you every day ? I don't think so . You drop 80 for a wallet no prob 130 for basic sneakers 150 or 12 bucks for shades . The decent shit costs . The only down side is when you pay the 200 you will loose the fucker 3 days out and be stuck with the old 40 buck model along with your gas station shades that you have had for 5 yrs now 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ez ryder Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 That said I really don't keep a multi tool on me but always have one in my sleds atv bikes wife's glove box etc . But I always have a foldable utility knife hooked on to a pocket . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold Member Kivalo Posted April 7, 2023 Gold Member Share Posted April 7, 2023 3 minutes ago, Ez ryder said: Is 200 really out if control for somthing you have on you every day ? I don't think so . You drop 80 for a wallet no prob 130 for basic sneakers 150 or 12 bucks for shades . The decent shit costs . The only down side is when you pay the 200 you will loose the fucker 3 days out and be stuck with the old 40 buck model along with your gas station shades that you have had for 5 yrs now No I agree, for those that actually use their EDC tools 200 isn't much at all. Id pull the trigger on it for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold Member Kivalo Posted April 7, 2023 Gold Member Share Posted April 7, 2023 1 hour ago, spin_dry said: The ultimate would a titanium skeletool with S30v steel. I have several knives in S30V and its good steel. I would like to get a knife with S45 to see how that performs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XCR1250 Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 This is the one I found 2 Summers ago: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkisNH Posted October 2, 2023 Author Share Posted October 2, 2023 Update....I've been carrying the skeletool CX for about 5 months now. The size is near perfect for carrying everyday. It has a belt clip as opposed to a sheath. The knife has broken in and I can now open it with a quick snap of my thumb. Pretty pleased for the price. 4 stars...only draw back is the bits aren't standard 1/4" and the bit set was an extra 30.00 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mainecat Posted October 2, 2023 Share Posted October 2, 2023 I carry the Mini Leatherman in my pocket. I admit I have lost a few but they work great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake Posted October 2, 2023 Share Posted October 2, 2023 On 4/6/2023 at 10:33 PM, Ez ryder said: Is 200 really out if control for somthing you have on you every day ? I don't think so . You drop 80 for a wallet no prob 130 for basic sneakers 150 or 12 bucks for shades . The decent shit costs . The only down side is when you pay the 200 you will loose the fucker 3 days out and be stuck with the old 40 buck model along with your gas station shades that you have had for 5 yrs now I have been wearing Maui Jim Lahanas for over 20 some years now. I think I have lost or broken 4 or 5 of them in that time. About $300 I think right now. I can't wear a cheap pair of glasses, it feels like I have a squirrel on my face, and I can't seem to not lose them if I do. As with about anything, when you go quality, it is hard to go backwards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DriftBusta Posted October 2, 2023 Share Posted October 2, 2023 52 minutes ago, Snake said: I have been wearing Maui Jim Lahanas for over 20 some years now. I think I have lost or broken 4 or 5 of them in that time. About $300 I think right now. I can't wear a cheap pair of glasses, it feels like I have a squirrel on my face, and I can't seem to not lose them if I do. As with about anything, when you go quality, it is hard to go backwards. X2 on Mauis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mainecat Posted October 2, 2023 Share Posted October 2, 2023 I have2 pairs of Ray Bans that are 25 years old. My optometrist said they don’t make em like that anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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