Multi tool question

[rut-ro]

My dad wants a multi tool for Christmas. Is leather man still good or is something newer better more compact ?

[S-3 Ranch]

My dad wants a multi tool for Christmas. Is leather man still good or is something newer better more compact ?

Leather man
SAK (Swiss army )
SOG

Gerber has tungsten carbide cutting inserts that break when cutting wire and are a PIA to replace

YouTube has some decent demonstrations

[jerp]

As far as quality my two favorites are also SAK and Leatherman. I like the fact that Leatherman has so many models to chose from - you can pick one that's exactly right for your purposes. Some of them include tools I don't need and would never use.

[WItoTX]

Leatherman.

My first Leatherman, I found on the side of the road. All rusted, broken blades, dull. Sent it back to Leatherman, they sent me back a new one. I may have had to pay for shipping, but that's it.

Great company for sure. I've got a few others from them since then.

[smokin6.7]

I carry a Leatherman Skeletool CX everyday. I use the he!! out of it. It's a quality product.

[rut-ro]

Preciate it fellas

[Walker]

I've got one in my truck, one in my toolbox, one on my night stand, and one on my loading bench. All Leathermans

[coop2564]

Dont get a havalon multi tool. Blade is replace type and breaks
cutting rope or skinning a deer.

[Big pig]

Leatherman
I use the basic model everyday on the ranch

[haas0311]

I have the Leatherman Sidekick that I have been carrying for over 10 years now and its still an awesome piece of equipment. I just recently had to send my old one in and have the springs replaced only to get a whole new tool back that appears to be the same quality as my old tool. The sidekicks and wingmans are some great tools but I have also been looking at the P4 series also just don't have any experience with them..

[Ouch]

I think Leatherman is the best, but I'll put a little plug in for SOG... I have a small SOG I keep in the door pocket of my truck that I use frequently. Very lightweight (composite "handles"), but tough and sturdy. I looked for it on their website, but don't see the one I have. It may be discontinued, as I've had it for a decade or more.

[FCoDxDart]

My gerber suspension is awesome. I just with the sheath/case for it lasted. A leather sheath with a good snap would be ideal. I've had it for 6+ years and its been rock solid.

[Tubby]

Leatherman... they have many different models to chose from. I'm a fan of the old school model.

I also have a Gerber. The pliers "slide" out the front. It stays in my truck.

[UncleBubba]

I carry a Leatherman Skeletool CX everyday. I use the he!! out of it. It's a quality product.

X2 and their customer service is awesome. They've replaced a couple that I broke knowing it was my fault. I now have three scattered around and one in my pocket daily. Great tool.

[hog_down]

My only gripe with a Leatherman is that it eats your hands if you are using the plier feature.