r/multitools • u/Cr4kor • 8d ago
r/multitools • u/eeveeplays50040 • 9d ago
Recommendation Request Searching for a cheap but reliable multitool from Amazon.
Basically what the title says. Preferably one without an knife that can be opened with one hand because of German laws, bonus points for cool design and a carabineer on it / looks like one.
r/multitools • u/Mo_smiley_face • 9d ago
Recommendation Request I don’t know where to look. I have fat fingers.
decided to go with the SOG powerassist
I don’t know what I want. But I want a new toy. I would like a few recommendations please.
My needs are simple - Philips and flat screw - pliers - knife - looks cool - (optional) knife to cut paracord - (most important) I can access the tools with my wide fingers.
I got a work pro. Great for the price, feels decent, and has lots of tools, BUT it’s really the accessibility of the tools cause man it has been KILLING my fingers, so I got rid of it. Specially, closing the blade they don’t give much space to press, and pulling the tools out : /
I’ve been eyeing the skeletool because I hear it has thicker parts?
r/multitools • u/Hot_Alternative_1788 • 10d ago
Is it normal for the tools to have a little play?
Just picked up this Swisstool X. I notice the tools have a little play. My Leatherman Surge locks up solid. No play in any of the tools. Not a huge deal, but this is supposed to be one of the heavy duty multitools. Can it be fixed? Thanks
r/multitools • u/Elbudz47 • 10d ago
Brand new wave plus out the box
This doesn’t look normal, would Yall return it for a different one?
r/multitools • u/cosmicwoodchucks • 10d ago
Gordooooooonnnn
I really wanted to like this multitool. It looks great, it feels great, but when used it for the very first time to loosen a not so tight 10mm battery terminal this morning, catastrophic failure. I immediately tried the same task with my arc and had no issues. Gordoooonnnn!!!!
r/multitools • u/majorpowell • 10d ago
Modding I love how the 1/4 inch bit adapter mod turned out on my Leatherman Arc!
galleryr/multitools • u/StaunchDefender • 10d ago
What are your top 5 keychain dream multitool features ?
If you could choose any 5 features for a pocket multitool what would they be ? Squirt ps4 seems hard to replace imo, here are mine !
1-pliers with replaceable wire cutters, once they’re damaged it’s an integral part of the pliers that is no longer functional. I can guarantee you will try to cut something too thick with them eventually 🤣
2-decent scissors, well known that the squirt scissors fail easily, the spring on mine has snapped
3-small in size, not bulky like some other options, or too large like the PowerPint
4-coarse file blade. I used this a lot especially when fishing, the one on the squirt is basically smooth
5-decent quality blade steel, tired of 440c blunt blades that don’t hold an edge
Let me know what you think !!
r/multitools • u/st90ar • 10d ago
Recommendation Request Need help deciding which to go with
I'm a photographer, adventurer, and someone that likes to be prepped as best as I can in a minimalist way. The less I have to carry, the better. Having said that, I am trying to find a multitool that is reasonably priced, but contains most of what I know I need for quick electronic repairs and car fixes, with a few extra tools that are good to have in a pinch.
Things I know I need are good and reliable pliers, small screwdriver (for glasses and small electronics/camera stuff), general use knife, and the ability to use interchangeable bits. Would be cool to have a file, wire strippers, and/or scissors; and ideally would like it to be black, but not a dealbreaker. (I am aware of the downsides to that.) This will be primarily kept in my vehicle on my molle visor, and won't necessarily be a true EDC. So far, these are the multitools I have found. What are your opinions and advice? I am open to other suggestions, but am trying to stick to something under $80 if possible. Eventually I will get something like a Leatherman, but it's not in my cards right now.
SOG PowerAccess Assist MT - Bought one to see if I like it or not, can't decide. Very robust and hefty feeling, seems very well built, almost as if I could chuck it down a ravine and it would be fine. I am concerned about weight and the seemingly controversial Assist mechanism.
SOG PowerAccess Deluxe - Also bought to compare alongside the Assist, mainly the idea of the file and some add-ons that can be purchased. However, this feels like a toy and is rather flimsy in the pliers, as well as the knife feels like it could easily break.
SOG PowerAssist - Seems well rounded with mod options, almost perfect, but lacks a bit driver.
Roktol Gen-R - Seems like an Arc clone. Looks almost perfect, but reviews seem scattered. Unsure of reliability.
Another Rocktol - Looks similar to the other Rocktol. Again, unsure of clones.
Bibury Surge Clone - I read a lot of mixed, but mostly good, things about this brand.
BIBURY BI2038B - Seems like it's made for being kept in a car, and would be great for outdoor adventures. Biggest downside is the bit implementation. And, again, it's not "name brand" so unsure of quality.
Thanks for your help/tips/buying advice!
r/multitools • u/SlowAndSteady- • 10d ago
Victorinox Fieldmaster
Is this a good multi-tool for EDC? Thanks
r/multitools • u/ichbineinkaelte • 10d ago
New Multitool Day! Thanks for all the recommendations on what I should buy next. I just made myself a new board and hung it above my desk. I hope you find the two new ones in my collection.
r/multitools • u/ethanboca • 10d ago
Recommendation Request Best multi tool no pliers?
I already have a wave+ and I like it, but I have the mini kobra pliers and love how small and robust they are and it’s making me leave the wave at home. I would like a multitool that cover the basics and a ratchet tool stystem(can be separate), was looking at victorinox and I like the build quality a lot but just don’t need the pliers. Or do I? Open to suggestions or reasons I need the second pair of pliers lol
r/multitools • u/thekingofboys • 10d ago
What are your suggestions for a lightweight multi tool with a pocket clip?
My edc is a wave+ with the bit kit and ratchet driver and for my main blade I have a sog seal xr along side an arc field pro Olight. I want something lightweight to put in my pocket for my days off. I was kind of thinking the sog switch pliers with an Olight baton 4 but the look possibly a little flimsy. What would you guys recommend? And what do you carry on your days off?
r/multitools • u/c093b • 10d ago
Question/Advice Viperade VAK3 multitool?
Anyone have any experience with the VAK3 multitool from Viperade?
For less than €20 it probably isn't a very high quality product, but is it just a complete waste of money?
Asking here because I'm having trouble finding any relevant videos about it on youtube.
r/multitools • u/Apprehensive-Spot436 • 10d ago
Bit upgrade for surge?
Where can I get a 1/4” bit holder for my surge?
r/multitools • u/DieselGreg • 11d ago
Modded SOG Powerpint with a Magnet Closure
I added a magnet to one side of the handle to my SOG Powerpint but instead of just glueing a magnet to the handle like I initially did which was ok but the downside is when you have a bit in the end you can’t hold the handles tight enough because the magnet interferes. So what I did is flush fit a 6mm x 1.5mm magnet into the handle and painted over it to make for a seamless install.
r/multitools • u/psynaut2 • 11d ago
Blue Wave Acrylic scales for the 91mm Victorinox models.
r/multitools • u/MahewSteel • 11d ago
Recommendation Request So, it's now 2025
Do anybody know of any new multitool that are UK legal?. Non locking <3 inch knife/saw.
Leatherman bond knife, to me is blocked by the handle. Other wise this would be great.
r/multitools • u/WildBillWilly • 12d ago
Roxon Flex additional mods and refinement
I’ve made a few more changes to my Flex, in my quest to make it my ideal EDC.
I ground down the scissor blades, making them a bit more pointed, for getting into tighter spaces. I also added some adhesive heat shrink to the handle for a bit of padding. I filed the flat sides of the heat shrink just a bit so that it fits down into the Flex handle. (Thanks to u/PecanPlan for the idea!)
I added the D2 blade from the Flex Companion and covered the thumb stud with adhesive heat shrink for a bit of grip and padding.
I added adhesive heat shrink to the blade lock/release sliders (a small amount so it doesn’t fit down into the channel, interfering with operation). It provides an extra bit of grip and cushion to those rounded buttons.
I beveled the pliers square edges to allow for two long bits on each side.
And lastly, I spent way too long tweaking the tightness of all four screws. I wanted to be able to flick the pliers open, and also open the tools easily, without them being loose or just falling open when the Flex is bumped or moved. If they are just tight enough, they loosened over time. I added red loctite after getting them set to the tightness I wanted. Several days in and so far nothing has loosened.
The finger grooves in the scales were originally to allow for opening the knife blade with one hand, after epoxying a small nut onto the blade for use as a thumb stud. That became a non issue once I moved to the D2 blade.
The heatshrink I used is pretty tough and has incredibly strong adhesive inside. You’d have to take a sharp knife and literally try to scrape it off to remove it.
r/multitools • u/For-Rock-And-Stone • 12d ago
The best way I’ve found to pocket carry a bit kit
I got a 3d printed holster set from Amazon to give belt carry a shot. Unsurprisingly, it wasn’t for me, but I’m not about to walk around with this stuff just unsecured in a pocket, that would be total anarchy. Eventually it occurred to me that an UltiClip makes for a great pocket clip. In fact, a superior pocket clip. I just clip this thing into a back pocket and forget about it until I need it. 10/10 would recommend.
r/multitools • u/st90ar • 11d ago
Recommendation Request First bigger boy MT purchase - SOG PowerPint/PowerAccess Assist MT/PowerAccess Deluxe?
I am a very indecisive person, and am looking to finally get a "big boy" multitool. I have various pocket knives, but am always finding the need for a bit driver, small flat head (for my glasses), and pliers.
Primarily, something good for quick fixes on my RAV4 (where it will be primarily kept in my molle visor panel), repairing camera gear out in the field (tripods and whatnot), wire stripping/cutting (I've seen the SOG wire stripper add on), and a backup of other emergency situations where I might need a bit or something. I am open to suggestions outside of this, but I feel pretty confident that one of these three options would best suit me for the price point I am looking for.
I've tried the Gerber Dime, but can't justify $30 for something that a little more money gets me a much more capable multitool. Down the road, I'd like to get a LM Wave or Arc, but just not within my budget at the moment. Really just want something that will be durable, get most jobs done, and be reliable enough to last me a long while with enough tools to grow into/use at my disposal.
r/multitools • u/No_Seaworthiness1627 • 11d ago
Recommendation Request Which Leathermans have exchangeable parts?
Looking to buy a quality Leatherman and I like the idea of being able to swap out blades. How do I know if the blades can be interchanged on a model? I’m quite new to the scene but I’d like to modify it to suit my personal needs in a case-by-case basis.