I own several Victorinox swiss army knives and found those to lack the level of structural integrity required for intense field use. They are nice to have in the city, but drop them a few times or use them in a wilderness setting and you will realize their limitations quicly.
However,being a tool buff, I decided to purchase this swiss multi-tool to add to my collection of leathermans: a wave, squirt and skeletool. In short, I decided to give the Swiss one last try to gain my respect.
I am impressed and you will be as well!
The build quality of this unit is superior to all my leatermans. All tools on the unit are self-locking and each element locks into place a resounding and reassuring "click." Very nice!
The scissor element is large and superior in feel to the leatherman (wave). The blade is a bit peculiar as it does not have a point. It cannot be used for any stabbing motion at all. This may be important for those using their tools for field dressing and other use. Otherwise the blade is extremely sharp right out of the box and comes with partial serrations.
The only reservation I have with this product is the lack of one-handed access to the blade. Perhaps this will be addressed in future versions of the tool, but this is a major issue for those needing the tool while/for/during climbing and rappeling excursions. For use scenarios not relying heavily on one-handed use, the build quality and functionality of this tool out-weigh the lack of one-handed usability.
Overall I am very pleased with the product. The engineering is something to behold.
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