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Amazon.com has Gerber Center Drive Multi Tool w/ 12pc Bit Set & Sheath (30-001194) on sale for $59.99. Shipping is free. Thanks cdkee

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Amazon has the Gerber Center-Drive multitool with bit set for 59.99. Normal price is $85.00.

Gerber Center-Drive Multi-Tool | Bit Set, Black Sheath [30-001194] https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LX91....BbCQMENGR

I'm usually a Leatherman guy myself, but this is a good deal.

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I've used the center drive extensively this year as an expo carpenter and on a couple construction sites. I keep it horizontal on my belt, and it's a good tool in a work-boot environment, generally quicker than my Leatherman wave.

The center-drive has the three tools I use the most as outside-accessible: the knife, the pliers, and the screwdriver. The standard 1/4" bits are handy on my belt, and I use those just as often interchangeably in my drill. The tools all have a nice hardness and wear is almost non-existent after 6 months. There is a little more flex than I would like in the cutter jaws, but they have held their edge nicely. I also cannot get the pliers to grab as firmly as dedicated pliers, and they are also not as needle-nosed for digging into things as the Leatherman.

After much use, I've concluded that the Gerber Center-drive is good for a contractor, and a fun tool to have on my belt, but it's too bulky for an EDC just-in-case type tool. My Leatherman Skeletool has the same complement of most-used tools in a MUCH slimmer package, for when I'm out in the world without a toolbelt, and the Swisstool Spirit is both lighter and has a more accessible design (tools on the outside) with a tool complement better suited to detail work, for days when I'm doing finish carpentry or art installations.

This is a good price, but I picked mine up with an Ebay coupon for ~$52. (Hint: there should be an eBay coupon today.)
Gerber is not a "knock-off" brand. The brand is older than Leatherman (Gerber founded 1939). Personally, Leatherman is my standard, but as this tool is made in Oregon, it's a worthy competitor.
Just. Wow. Confused

Leatherman is an American brand of multitools and knives made by Leatherman Tool Group of Portland, Oregon, US. The company was founded in July 1983 by Timothy S. Leatherman and Steve Berliner in order to market his idea of a capable, easily portable hand tool with multiple functions.

Gerber Legendary Blades is a maker of consumer knives and multitools headquartered in Tigard, Oregon, United States, within the Portland metropolitan area. Currently, Gerber is a sub division of Fiskars Brands Inc, owned by the Fiskars company of Finland. Gerber was established in 1939 by Pete Gerber.


Never mind Gerber has a lifetime warranty in the US vs Leatherman's 25 year

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cdkee
11-28-2018 at 11:38 PM.
11-28-2018 at 11:38 PM.
Quote from x2ruff4u :
What makes this so expensive vs other knock off brands?

I wouldn't necessarily call this a knock-off brand per se, as they've built somewhat of a reputation as an alternative to Leatherman. These are built in the USA and they have a lifetime warranty.
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apokalypsis
11-29-2018 at 01:13 AM.
11-29-2018 at 01:13 AM.
Quote from cdkee :
I wouldn't necessarily call this a knock-off brand per se, as they've built somewhat of a reputation as an alternative to Leatherman. These are built in the USA and they have a lifetime warranty.
Gerber is not a "knock-off" brand. The brand is older than Leatherman (Gerber founded 1939). Personally, Leatherman is my standard, but as this tool is made in Oregon, it's a worthy competitor.
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unksol
11-29-2018 at 07:34 AM.
11-29-2018 at 07:34 AM.
Quote from x2ruff4u :
What makes this so expensive vs other knock off brands?
Just. Wow. Confused

Leatherman is an American brand of multitools and knives made by Leatherman Tool Group of Portland, Oregon, US. The company was founded in July 1983 by Timothy S. Leatherman and Steve Berliner in order to market his idea of a capable, easily portable hand tool with multiple functions.

Gerber Legendary Blades is a maker of consumer knives and multitools headquartered in Tigard, Oregon, United States, within the Portland metropolitan area. Currently, Gerber is a sub division of Fiskars Brands Inc, owned by the Fiskars company of Finland. Gerber was established in 1939 by Pete Gerber.


Never mind Gerber has a lifetime warranty in the US vs Leatherman's 25 year
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11-29-2018 at 08:25 AM.
11-29-2018 at 08:25 AM.
I've used the center drive extensively this year as an expo carpenter and on a couple construction sites. I keep it horizontal on my belt, and it's a good tool in a work-boot environment, generally quicker than my Leatherman wave.

The center-drive has the three tools I use the most as outside-accessible: the knife, the pliers, and the screwdriver. The standard 1/4" bits are handy on my belt, and I use those just as often interchangeably in my drill. The tools all have a nice hardness and wear is almost non-existent after 6 months. There is a little more flex than I would like in the cutter jaws, but they have held their edge nicely. I also cannot get the pliers to grab as firmly as dedicated pliers, and they are also not as needle-nosed for digging into things as the Leatherman.

After much use, I've concluded that the Gerber Center-drive is good for a contractor, and a fun tool to have on my belt, but it's too bulky for an EDC just-in-case type tool. My Leatherman Skeletool has the same complement of most-used tools in a MUCH slimmer package, for when I'm out in the world without a toolbelt, and the Swisstool Spirit is both lighter and has a more accessible design (tools on the outside) with a tool complement better suited to detail work, for days when I'm doing finish carpentry or art installations.

This is a good price, but I picked mine up with an Ebay coupon for ~$52. (Hint: there should be an eBay coupon today.)
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RoydonW
11-29-2018 at 09:23 AM.
11-29-2018 at 09:23 AM.
Loved mine. Lost it at work, buying one again!
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Tebobo
11-29-2018 at 09:26 AM.
11-29-2018 at 09:26 AM.
Quote from unksol :
Just. Wow. Confused

Leatherman is an American brand of multitools and knives made by Leatherman Tool Group of Portland, Oregon, US. The company was founded in July 1983 by Timothy S. Leatherman and Steve Berliner in order to market his idea of a capable, easily portable hand tool with multiple functions.

Gerber Legendary Blades is a maker of consumer knives and multitools headquartered in Tigard, Oregon, United States, within the Portland metropolitan area. Currently, Gerber is a sub division of Fiskars Brands Inc, owned by the Fiskars company of Finland. Gerber was established in 1939 by Pete Gerber.


Never mind Gerber has a lifetime warranty in the US vs Leatherman's 25 year

I believe Geber is also 25 years, they still call it lifetime.
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TregS
11-29-2018 at 09:36 AM.
11-29-2018 at 09:36 AM.
Quote from x2ruff4u :
What makes this so expensive vs other knock off brands?

Quality. I notice the difference. Especially the blade holds its edge longer
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sup3rson1c
11-29-2018 at 09:43 AM.
11-29-2018 at 09:43 AM.
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What makes this so expensive vs other knock off brands?
WTH Confused
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gironhe
11-29-2018 at 09:51 AM.
11-29-2018 at 09:51 AM.
I'm a leatherman
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11-29-2018 at 09:53 AM.
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I believe Geber is also 25 years, they still call it lifetime.
LMAO could be lifetime in your are in your 50s
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polymorphicdeal
11-29-2018 at 09:54 AM.
11-29-2018 at 09:54 AM.
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I believe Geber is also 25 years, they still call it lifetime.
Lifetime in North America.
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Limited lifetime warranty In North America Only, 25 years limited warranty outside of North America.
https://www.gerbergear.com/Meet-G...e/Warranty
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11-29-2018 at 09:56 AM.
11-29-2018 at 09:56 AM.
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Lifetime in North America.


https://www.gerbergear.com/Meet-G...e/Warranty

My Geber package say 25years
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