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Posted: 9/28/2011 8:52:24 PM EDT

[#1]

On and in my BOB are my Cold Steel Trailhawk, My Blackjack Trail Guide and a Old Timer Stock man. On my person is a Spyderco Tenacious plain blade and a leatherman tool.. that covers my edged weapons/tools

ETA: I forgot about my Fisker folding saw

Posted: 9/28/2011 9:14:49 PM EDT

[#2]

Victorinox One Hand Trekker is in my pocket 24-7.

In the front pocket of the BOB:
Vic. RS multi-tool.
Mora 2000.

Posted: 9/28/2011 9:28:52 PM EDT

[#3]

This

I'm done uploading pics, my crkt folder and my tanto kbar.

HTR.

Posted: 9/29/2011 1:46:51 PM EDT

[#4]

I will NOT lie folks i didnt expect a big list of people saying what they had I am quite impressed and if i say so myself we all that replied to this are generally in the same boat. Now here come the hard question.

What do you choose Leatherman or Gerber? As i stated in my begining post main reason why i have my gerber is first knife one of the first gerber multis etc. And i have been a gerber man for a long time but a lot of there stuff aint USA made. Now i know there is a lot of quality products that aint but that was a big push for Gerber being USA made. Hell not even all the Buck knives are made in the states any more. Anyways please tell me why you would go with either or out of curiosity. For me personally if i was getting my first multi-tool between leatherman or gerber it would be tough cuz gerber doesnt make like they use to....thanks

Happy Surviving

Posted: 9/29/2011 1:58:06 PM EDT

[#5]

Quoted:
I will NOT lie folks i didnt expect a big list of people saying what they had I am quite impressed and if i say so myself we all that replied to this are generally in the same boat. Now here come the hard question.

What do you choose Leatherman or Gerber? As i stated in my begining post main reason why i have my gerber is first knife one of the first gerber multis etc. And i have been a gerber man for a long time but a lot of there stuff aint USA made. Now i know there is a lot of quality products that aint but that was a big push for Gerber being USA made. Hell not even all the Buck knives are made in the states any more. Anyways please tell me why you would go with either or out of curiosity. For me personally if i was getting my first multi-tool between leatherman or gerber it would be tough cuz gerber doesnt make like they use to....thanks

Happy Surviving

I prefer the Gerber because the plyers tool (which I use the most) snaps out of the front and does not have to be unfolded to access.

Posted: 9/29/2011 3:36:45 PM EDT

[#6]

SRK...

Posted: 9/29/2011 3:56:06 PM EDT

[#7]

I have 2: An Ontario RAT7 w/plain edge and a Kershaw 'Storm' folder w/partially serrated edge.

Posted: 9/29/2011 3:59:04 PM EDT

[#8]

ESEE 6 : The tough

and the

Fallkniven F1 : Refined

The are both in the trunk. ESEE 6 is attached to my Maxpedition 3 day bag and the F1 is in my Maxpedition Big boy bag. Circumstance dictate which bag comes out of the trunk.

Posted: 9/29/2011 4:40:36 PM EDT

[#9]

from what i understand Leatherman company helped get the Obummer in office. I dont own any of their products because of that.

Just like I will not purchase from Smith and Wesson, those commies caved in to government regulations and ass kissed the Clinton administration.

Posted: 9/29/2011 5:52:32 PM EDT

[#10]

Folks will laugh, since I'm a knife maker and not one of my own knives is currently in my bag.

From largest to smallest.

Cold Steel thrower (the old school one, basically a hunk of bar stock with paracord and a little shaping on one end, a blade and spear point on the other)
Cold Steel SRK
CRKT little mini knife, I'm not sure what it's called. It's a wharny but very think and small, skeletonized with a kydex sheath designed mostly for neck wear.
A cheapo disposable folder I don't mind giving away, losing... it's a backup for whatever pocket knife I happen to have with me when I grab the bag.
Gerber multi-tool. The old model with wide head pliers that slide out.

My general criteria were "tough, user friendly, multi-purpose" I'm in a fairly developed area, not open terrain, so a heavy duty chopper and such isn't my priority, I figure more likely is beating up the SRK or thrower using it to get someone out of a damaged vehicle or fallen debris or something. The little CRKT is great for delicate work, it comes to a needle like point and is scalpel sharp.

One of these days I'll make a replacement for the SRK, but every time I make something like that it's for sale, not to keep.

Posted: 9/29/2011 8:26:23 PM EDT

[#11]

Quoted:

Quoted:
I will NOT lie folks i didnt expect a big list of people saying what they had I am quite impressed and if i say so myself we all that replied to this are generally in the same boat. Now here come the hard question.

What do you choose Leatherman or Gerber? As i stated in my begining post main reason why i have my gerber is first knife one of the first gerber multis etc. And i have been a gerber man for a long time but a lot of there stuff aint USA made. Now i know there is a lot of quality products that aint but that was a big push for Gerber being USA made. Hell not even all the Buck knives are made in the states any more. Anyways please tell me why you would go with either or out of curiosity. For me personally if i was getting my first multi-tool between leatherman or gerber it would be tough cuz gerber doesnt make like they use to....thanks

Happy Surviving

I prefer the Gerber because the plyers tool (which I use the most) snaps out of the front and does not have to be unfolded to access.

I prefer the SOG multi tool or Leatherman Wave. The gerbers are nice and compact, but I always pinch the shit out of my hand when I use them to cut thick wires or slip while gripping something.

Posted: 9/29/2011 8:33:18 PM EDT

[#12]

Did not know SOG made multi nor did i know Leatherman is well communist socialist (same difference in my book when you go democrat) anyways.... Thanks for the comments keep rolling with them always wanting new ideas for knives. Will say though i am surprised i havent seen a benchmade on the list interesting. If your like me benchmade is over priced for what you get. you can get a kershaw variant if you will for 2/3rds the money

Posted: 9/29/2011 8:44:34 PM EDT

[#13]

Quoted:
Did not know SOG made multi nor did i know Leatherman is well communist socialist (same difference in my book when you go democrat) anyways.... Thanks for the comments keep rolling with them always wanting new ideas for knives. Will say though i am surprised i havent seen a benchmade on the list interesting. If your like me benchmade is over priced for what you get. you can get a kershaw variant if you will for 2/3rds the money

The SOG's are great tools. They show up on Steep and Cheap from time to time.

Posted: 9/29/2011 9:15:50 PM EDT

[#14]

Quoted:
I prefer the Gerber because the plyers tool (which I use the most) snaps out of the front and does not have to be unfolded to access.

on the flip side, i found that "slide out the front" feature worthless, especially after the thing kept biting my hand when it slipped. i'll take the tool that does NOT bite me. (wait... didn't i already answer this question?)

loosen a Leatherman up a little and break it in and you can flip it open one handed fairly well.

also know some people who like the SOG multi tools, but i don't have one yet.

some of the multi tools have crappy blades.

Posted: 9/29/2011 9:39:56 PM EDT

[#15]

ZT 0300 folder

Leatherman Wave

ETA: I smashed my gerber multitool with a 8 lb sledge hammer, after I came to and stopped crying. They are notorious for closing on your hand when using the pliers.

Posted: 9/30/2011 6:24:31 AM EDT

[#16]

Quoted:

A few Mora's, a SOG Multi-tool, and a tiny SAK.

Also keep a pry bar attached to the pack. (For serious prying instead of using a fixed blade) Can ditch it if need be, but I am concerned about earthquakes and like to have it handy if need be.

Is the pry bar full size or are you talking about one of the small cat's paw styles? I never thought about it before but a cat's paw would be small enough not be obnoxious, and strong enough to spare your knife.

Posted: 9/30/2011 6:41:43 AM EDT

[#17]

Quoted:

Quoted:

Did not know SOG made multi nor did i know Leatherman is well communist socialist (same difference in my book when you go democrat) anyways.... Thanks for the comments keep rolling with them always wanting new ideas for knives. Will say though i am surprised i havent seen a benchmade on the list interesting. If your like me benchmade is over priced for what you get. you can get a kershaw variant if you will for 2/3rds the money

The SOG's are great tools. They show up on Steep and Cheap from time to time.

I paid $25 for a SOG multi tool 12 years ago. I haven't seen it since I got married, might have lost it during the move. The Gerbers always pinched my hands, and right now I have a Leatherman Blast, which I now hate because the money I spent helped 0 (it's very hard for some of your money to not end up funding something you don't like).

Posted: 9/30/2011 7:41:53 AM EDT

[#18]

Quoted:

Quoted:

I prefer the Gerber because the plyers tool (which I use the most) snaps out of the front and does not have to be unfolded to access.

on the flip side, i found that "slide out the front" feature worthless, especially after the thing kept biting my hand when it slipped. i'll take the tool that does NOT bite me. (wait... didn't i already answer this question?)

loosen a Leatherman up a little and break it in and you can flip it open one handed fairly well.

also know some people who like the SOG multi tools, but i don't have one yet.

some of the multi tools have crappy blades.

The sog power pliers are the best, imho, and I've had them all. The victorinox would be a very close second, but I like the extra power of the sog. It's the only multi tool I've been able to easily cut through chain link fence with. Another plus is the ability to change blades/accessories. I find a serrated blade usless so I put in a diamond file. Also put in a hacksaw blade (forget what that replaced).

My pack contains a couple of Moras, a wetterlings hatchet and a laplander saw. I'd probably lose the hatchet if I were in a different enviornment and go for a machette. In midwest woods, though, a hatchet is hard to beat.

The Mora knife design is the best cutting knife I've ever used. Hands down. Easiest to sharpen, too.

Posted: 9/30/2011 7:46:39 AM EDT

[#19]

Quoted:
Folks will laugh, since I'm a knife maker and not one of my own knives is currently in my bag.

From largest to smallest.

Cold Steel thrower (the old school one, basically a hunk of bar stock with paracord and a little shaping on one end, a blade and spear point on the other)
Cold Steel SRK
CRKT little mini knife, I'm not sure what it's called. It's a wharny but very think and small, skeletonized with a kydex sheath designed mostly for neck wear.
A cheapo disposable folder I don't mind giving away, losing... it's a backup for whatever pocket knife I happen to have with me when I grab the bag.
Gerber multi-tool. The old model with wide head pliers that slide out.

My general criteria were "tough, user friendly, multi-purpose" I'm in a fairly developed area, not open terrain, so a heavy duty chopper and such isn't my priority, I figure more likely is beating up the SRK or thrower using it to get someone out of a damaged vehicle or fallen debris or something. The little CRKT is great for delicate work, it comes to a needle like point and is scalpel sharp.

One of these days I'll make a replacement for the SRK, but every time I make something like that it's for sale, not to keep.

Same here.

Posted: 9/30/2011 8:53:30 AM EDT

[#20]

Quoted:

Quoted:
I prefer the Gerber because the plyers tool (which I use the most) snaps out of the front and does not have to be unfolded to access.

on the flip side, i found that "slide out the front" feature worthless, especially after the thing kept biting my hand when it slipped. i'll take the tool that does NOT bite me. (wait... didn't i already answer this question?)

loosen a Leatherman up a little and break it in and you can flip it open one handed fairly well.

also know some people who like the SOG multi tools, but i don't have one yet.

some of the multi tools have crappy blades.

The sog power pliers are the best, imho, and I've had them all. The victorinox would be a very close second, but I like the extra power of the sog. It's the only multi tool I've been able to easily cut through chain link fence with. Another plus is the ability to change blades/accessories. I find a serrated blade usless so I put in a diamond file. Also put in a hacksaw blade (forget what that replaced).

My pack contains a couple of Moras, a wetterlings hatchet and a laplander saw. I'd probably lose the hatchet if I were in a different enviornment and go for a machette. In midwest woods, though, a hatchet is hard to beat.

The Mora knife design is the best cutting knife I've ever used. Hands down. Easiest to sharpen, too.

Now i know SOg comes in a black oxide coating, does the replacement tools come in same option and is it pretty easy to switch out

Posted: 9/30/2011 9:44:44 AM EDT

[#21]

ESEE 5 and a Leatherman

Posted: 9/30/2011 9:57:01 AM EDT

[#22]

Every day carry

SHTF belt carry

In the BOB

Posted: 9/30/2011 11:24:32 AM EDT

[#23]

EDC: Leatherman Charge Ti, Benchmade Mini Rukus
In the pack I carry a Swamprat Ratmandu and a Gerber Gator Machete Junior. I live in the South Carolina low country. If I have to leave the roadways and traverse the swamps a machete is a must.

Posted: 9/30/2011 12:19:52 PM EDT

[#24]

My ESEE H.E.S.T.

Posted: 9/30/2011 12:20:42 PM EDT

[#25]

Where did you get the kydex for the F1? Very nice.

Quoted:
ESEE 6 : The tough
http://www.topohiker.com/photo_gallery/ESEEFire3.png

and the

Fallkniven F1 : Refined
http://kydex-maker.co.uk/fixed/IMG_7158.jpg

The are both in the trunk. ESEE 6 is attached to my Maxpedition 3 day bag and the F1 is in my Maxpedition Big boy bag. Circumstance dictate which bag comes out of the trunk.

Posted: 9/30/2011 12:48:38 PM EDT

[#26]

Quoted:
Main knife is the Gerber LMF II

But must also say that we have a few others as well, but not considered as primary.

+1, this is a pretty solid knife, works out find for me now. I love my Kabar also.

Posted: 10/7/2011 11:34:43 AM EDT

[#27]

How easy is it to sharpen the Gerber LMF knife

Posted: 10/7/2011 2:43:54 PM EDT

[#28]

Quoted:

Quoted:

I prefer the Gerber because the plyers tool (which I use the most) snaps out of the front and does not have to be unfolded to access.

on the flip side, i found that "slide out the front" feature worthless, especially after the thing kept biting my hand when it slipped. i'll take the tool that does NOT bite me. (wait... didn't i already answer this question?)

loosen a Leatherman up a little and break it in and you can flip it open one handed fairly well.

also know some people who like the SOG multi tools, but i don't have one yet.

some of the multi tools have crappy blades.

The sog power pliers are the best, imho, and I've had them all. The victorinox would be a very close second, but I like the extra power of the sog. It's the only multi tool I've been able to easily cut through chain link fence with. Another plus is the ability to change blades/accessories. I find a serrated blade usless so I put in a diamond file. Also put in a hacksaw blade (forget what that replaced).

My pack contains a couple of Moras, a wetterlings hatchet and a laplander saw. I'd probably lose the hatchet if I were in a different enviornment and go for a machette. In midwest woods, though, a hatchet is hard to beat.

The Mora knife design is the best cutting knife I've ever used. Hands down. Easiest to sharpen, too.

Now i know SOg comes in a black oxide coating, does the replacement tools come in same option and is it pretty easy to switch out

I wasn't aware that SOG had factory replacement tools. I made my own. They swap out with just a bolt and nut.

Posted: 10/7/2011 6:14:20 PM EDT

[#29]

I wasn't aware that SOG had factory replacement tools. I made my own. They swap out with just a bolt and nut.
[/quote]

Yup its on there website... yeah i just want to know a full review of these SOG multi-tools because i am seriously enough to retire my old gerbers and abuse these if it is worth the money

Posted: 10/7/2011 8:20:44 PM EDT

[#30]

Cold Steel or ESEE knives only...are there really any others that deserve the name of 'Knife'?..

Posted: 10/8/2011 12:16:32 PM EDT

[#31]

EDC: Victorinox farmer and a Benchmade Triage.

BOB: ESEE-5, SOG multi-tool, and a Tramontina machete (less than 10$ IIRC).

Posted: 10/8/2011 1:16:09 PM EDT

[#32]

Quoted:

I wasn't aware that SOG had factory replacement tools. I made my own. They swap out with just a bolt and nut.

Yup its on there website... yeah i just want to know a full review of these SOG multi-tools because i am seriously enough to retire my old gerbers and abuse these if it is worth the money[/quote]

Anytime anyone asks my opinion or advice on this or that piece of gear (particularly one I own) I can think of no better way to describe it than this:

As far as the SOG multi-tools go, It's what I use. I've got a big one and the small one. I've used all the rest (pretty much. I haven't used every single version of the leathermans, but I own a few) I can afford any one I want and I've owned (or still own) most of them. I use the SOG.

I haven't used the newer configuration that looks like a crescent wrench with pliers on the other end (by leatherman, iirc). These look promising but not as universal as the original style. If you really need tools, I'd think you would take a tool box.

I never take a multi tool backpacking. Car camping usually has plenty of other tools in the car, but the multi is included. I have a mini sog in my BOB. I can see one coming in handy.

Posted: 10/8/2011 2:25:53 PM EDT

[#33]

Seal pup.

Posted: 10/8/2011 2:48:06 PM EDT

[#34]

Quoted:
SRK or ESSE knives only...are there really any others that deserve the name of 'Knife'?..

You guys have convinced me to check out the ESEE knives. I just ordered an 4 as well as an Izula. Looking forward to putting them through their paces......

Posted: 10/8/2011 3:24:47 PM EDT

[#35]

Quoted:
http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc90/omega62/Buck1.jpg

Buck 119.
Also my Leatherman multi-tool of course.

I like this one.Has that "classic" look to it.Will price it tonight and possibly pick one up.

Posted: 10/8/2011 7:20:00 PM EDT

[#36]

EDC: Kershaw Blur
GHB: ESEE 6

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Posted: 10/8/2011 8:56:45 PM EDT

[#37]

Mora 511
&
ESEE 6

Edited to add:

Leatherman Surge

Posted: 10/10/2011 1:39:41 PM EDT

[#38]

Mora 510 + Victorinox SAK

Posted: 10/11/2011 2:17:42 AM EDT

[#39]

http://budk.com/Knives/Cold-Steel-Kukri-Machete?

Cold steel Kukuri. The smaller version. For what ever reason it just does about every thing well on the cheap.

Posted: 10/11/2011 8:36:47 AM EDT

[#40]

Mora and the blade on a Leatherman.

Posted: 10/11/2011 10:03:10 AM EDT

[#41]

kabar camp knife

Posted: 10/11/2011 12:12:14 PM EDT

[#42]

ESEE 5

Posted: 10/12/2011 4:34:44 AM EDT

[#43]

BOB - ESEE5, Izula, Leatherman MUT, sm. Swiss army knife
EDC - microtech SOCOM

Posted: 10/12/2011 5:19:36 AM EDT

[#44]

I always have my kershaw leek and leatherman wave on my which covers about 99% of my needs. I do have a USAFsurvival knife thats still going strong after 20 years and an AK bayonet which is actually quite handy

Posted: 10/12/2011 5:38:55 AM EDT

[#45]

Each vic has a leatherman and a replacable blade utility knife. Each BOB has a leatherman wave and a benchmade Nimravus. I have 2 Otis cleaning kits with the Gerber Multitool and the little flashlight, 1 inside each of the rifle cases.

I carry a Leatherman wave on me and a push-button Bradley.

Posted: 10/12/2011 5:46:02 AM EDT

[#46]

Leatherman wave : I use my muti tool every day all day and I havnt found one that worked as well.

Pilot survival knife

I have a lmf as a truck knife , thing is way to heavy for a pack .

Posted: 10/12/2011 7:54:29 AM EDT

[#47]

Quoted:

Quoted:
A few Mora's, a SOG Multi-tool, and a tiny SAK.

Also keep a pry bar attached to the pack. (For serious prying instead of using a fixed blade) Can ditch it if need be, but I am concerned about earthquakes and like to have it handy if need be.

Is the pry bar full size or are you talking about one of the small cat's paw styles? I never thought about it before but a cat's paw would be small enough not be obnoxious, and strong enough to spare your knife.

Welder's picks are light, can pry, and have better physics than a bar when employed as a weapon. In a pinch, one can even chop wood with the blade end.

http://www.spearandjackson.com.au/products/EG-900

http://www.spearandjackson.com.au/attachments/Product/383/EG-900.jpg?ts=1284439689

Posted: 10/12/2011 7:09:14 PM EDT

[#48]

Quoted:

Quoted:
A few Mora's, a SOG Multi-tool, and a tiny SAK.

Also keep a pry bar attached to the pack. (For serious prying instead of using a fixed blade) Can ditch it if need be, but I am concerned about earthquakes and like to have it handy if need be.

Is the pry bar full size or are you talking about one of the small cat's paw styles? I never thought about it before but a cat's paw would be small enough not be obnoxious, and strong enough to spare your knife.

Welder's picks are light, can pry, and have better physics than a bar when employed as a weapon. In a pinch, one can even chop wood with the blade end.

http://www.spearandjackson.com.au/products/EG-900

Interesting concept.... Thanks

http://www.spearandjackson.com.au/attachments/Product/383/EG-900.jpg?ts=1284439689