leatherman or gerber multi tool and why
2007-08-29 11:09:14 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sports ➔ Outdoor Recreation ➔ Hunting
gerber. leathermans are worthless if you get even a speck of dirt or sand in it.
2007-08-29 11:16:29 · answer #1 · answered by rooster_nugget 6 · 2⤊ 4⤋
That easy, just go in and hold both in your hand and look at the handle channel ( where all the blades are stored ) faces outwards on the Leatherman so that when you close it with pressure those sharp edges try and cut in to your hand.
Now pick up the Gerber and look at how the handle channel ( where all the blades are stored ) faces inwards to make for a very comfortable and safe handle.
Then you will understand why I have 2 Gerber multi tool, and don’t even want a Leatherman.
Comfort and safety is what is important, Gerber is a very high quality tool.
D58
Hunting with Rifle, Pistol, Muzzle loader and Bow for over 3 decades.
Reloading Rifle, Pistol and shotgun for over 3 decades.
2007-08-29 18:34:39 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
I have one of each and I prefer the Leatherman. I prefer the Leatherman because I find it easier to swing the pliers out rather than sliding them out of the Gerber.
2007-08-30 00:24:54 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I like and use both. The leatheran takes up less space, the gerber is easier to use the pliers with one hand. Both will work fine but if I could only have one I would choose the leatherman.
2007-08-29 19:42:17 · answer #4 · answered by Charles B 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
never used a Gerber but i do like their knifes
I got a leatherman as a gift and have never wanted anything else
2007-08-30 05:57:09 · answer #5 · answered by crazy_devil_dan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gerber
2007-08-29 22:39:19 · answer #6 · answered by beavizard 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a leather-man multi-tool once and it worked OK, I am not a big fan of multi-tools though. I prefer pocket knives, I have a Gerber pocket knife. It has a Teflon coated blade and is a folder. I got it about 6 months ago and use it heavily, it only needed to be sharpened once, and only a little bit when that was needed. I abuse it pretty thoroughly, I use to to cut, stab and pry.... hasn't broken or bent yet. Very good knife. The Teflon keeps it cleaner too compared to other knives I have had. I got it at Academy Sports and Outdoors for less than 15 dollars and think it was worth every penny.
2007-08-29 18:20:15 · answer #7 · answered by Colter B 5 · 3⤊ 1⤋
I've owned both. Here's my take.
Gerber: If you get the kind with the slide out pliers, they are very handy. The blades are exceptionally sharp and well-made.
Leatherman: Now only sold at Sears, if I'm not mistaken. What does a lifetime warranty mean? If you break it, bring it back and they give you a new one. Personally, I'd rather have a tool that didn't break.
2007-08-29 20:11:41 · answer #8 · answered by vdrive_60 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
stop looking at the brand and look at the tool itself. what are you using the sucker for? why buy one for the name if its not going to be doing the job you want. I know they say "multi function" but I've seen needle nose, vise grip...etc etc etc. also gerber had spring-loaded ones, easy to use with one hand. also look at the additional tools, some have replaceable saws, or different small tools that you may need or crap that'll just end up breaking off. find the tool that has the most you'll use.
2007-08-30 02:36:31 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
leatherman because gerbers break to easy.being a mechanic that means a lot because i put my tools though hell.
2007-08-29 20:15:02 · answer #10 · answered by sgtirish 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Leatherman all da way. It is an all american handyman tool that you'll never need another one.
2007-08-29 18:15:15 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋