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Gerber Suspension Multi-Plier
Gerber Suspension Multi-Plier
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| Price | $27.50 at Amazon | $169.95 at REI | $79.95 at Backcountry Compare at 3 sellers | $99.95 at Backcountry Compare at 3 sellers | $129.95 at REI Compare at 2 sellers |
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| Pros | Sturdy, comprehensive | Sophisticated, comprehensive | Compact, light, with multiple carry options, smart, effective tools | Comprehensive, well-made, aftermarket accessories and carry options | Large, excellent construction, full-size functions, customizable |
| Cons | Bulky, heavy | Heavy, expensive | Few features | Proprietary bit driver, no pocket clip included | Heavy and large; limited portability. Proprietary bit driver |
| Bottom Line | This is a good value and well built, with almost all the functions we look for in a multi-tool | The sky-high standard by which other multi tools are compared | Clever and clean, with only a few tools, all of which are executed well for everyday carry | All you should need, with proven pedigree, at a forgiving price | This tool pulls no punches: it optimizes for function at the cost of portability |
| Rating Categories | Gerber Suspension Multi-Plier | Leatherman Charge+ TTi | Leatherman Skeletool CX | Leatherman Wave+ | Leatherman Surge |
| Functions (40%) | |||||
| Construction Quality (25%) | |||||
| Ergonomics (20%) | |||||
| Portability (15%) | |||||
| Specs | Gerber Suspension... | Leatherman Charge+... | Leatherman... | Leatherman Wave+ | Leatherman Surge |
| Number of Functions | 10 | 19 + bits | 5 + bits | 18 + bits | 19 + bits |
| Weight (ounces) | 9.1 oz | 8.8 oz | 5.0 oz | 8.5 oz. 9.5 oz with case | 12.2 oz. 14.3 oz with case |
| Locking Tools? | All but pliers | All but pliers | All but pliers | All but pliers | All but pliers |
| Pliers Type | Spring-loaded pliers | Needlenose with wire cutters, crimper | Needlenose with 2 wire cutters | Needlenose, regular, wire cutters, hard-wire cutters, crimper | Needlenose, regular, wire cutters, hard-wire cutters, crimper |
| Tools Accessible Without Deploying Pliers | All | Blades, saw, file | Blade | Blades, saw, file | Blades, saw, file |
| Blades and Type | 2 straight blade and 1 serated | 1 serrated gut hook type, 1 straight drop point | 1 straight drop point | 1 straight, 1 serrated | 1 straight, 1 serrated |
| Scissors | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Number of screwdrivers | 3 | 1 integrated. Many bits included, with more available aftermarket for proprietary driver | 4 included, more available aftermarket for proprietary driver | 5 included/integrated. More available aftermarket for proprietary driver | 4 included, more available aftermarket for proprietary driver |
| File? | No | Yes, wood/metal and a diamond-coated file | No | Yes, wood/metal and a diamond-coated file | Yes, wood/metal and a diamond-coated file |
| Saw? | Wood | Metal and wood | No | Yes | Yes |
| Openers | Bottle and can | Can and bottle | Bottle | Can and bottle | Can and bottle |
| Other important Features | One-handed deploy blades | Ruler, cutting hook, wire stripper | None | Ruler | Ruler, awl, wire stripper |
| Sheath Included? | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Other carry options | Pocket, Lanyard Clip | Pocket clip, key ring | Carabiner style clip, pocket clip | ||
| Closed dimensions (Length by thickness, in inches) | 3.8 x 0.8 | 4 x 0.8 | 4.3 x 0.6 | 4 x 0.7 | 4.5 x 0.8 |
| Open Length (Pliers) (inches) | 6.1 in | 6.2 in | 6.2 in | 6.3 in | 7.1in |
| Open Overall Length (Primary blade deployed) (inches) | 5.9 in | 7 in | 6.8 in | 6.9 in | 7.6 in |
| Length of Primary Blade Effective Edge (inches) | 1.9 in | 2.8 in | 2.6 in | 2.8in | 3.1 in |