Best Gerber Multi Tool - The Center Drive Plus - They Got It Right!
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- My classic Gerber multi tool with the one-handed opening feature has always been a favorite but this Center Drive Plus just might be my new #1 multi-tool. The extended center drive bit holder really makes it a lot easier to use in the real world. And it opens with one hand just like my old one.
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The first run of Center Drives had major QC issues (I had to warranty my first one twice after it broke doing light work) but they finally got QC under control. I love my Center Drive now that they got the QC right. If they come out with a version that has a wood saw I’m gonna be on it like crooked on a politician
Great video good review will be looking at those the next time I am in smoky mountain Knife works
I love my Gerber EOD multi, but that right there might be the replacement I've been looking for over my Leatherman Charge. Cool... TTFN and God bless.
The Gerber multi tools are better than most others on the market, but they still can't hold a candle to Leatherman. When you think about the tough spots that a tool like this can get you out of, saving a few bucks just isn't worth it in the end. Leatherman FTW all day.
Not sure I agree, especially about this USA made one.
Great review, I ordered mine from Amazon earlier today, I can't wait to get it
Good choice!
Great tool, very informative and entertaining .. and helped me make up my mind.
I'll go with the Center Drive since like the saw more ^^ so Thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
I got one of these from my parents around 5 months ago or something and I am just now relizeing how cool it is
I found one in my girl's friend's dad's garage and didn't know how cool or expensive it was. I should have kept it and regret selling it for 10 bucks
I got one of these from my parents and I am just now relizeing how cool it is
Nice! If I ever wear out my old Greber I know just what I will replace it with!
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Sir, its refreshing to see you review multitools respectfully. I love my Gerber Suspension NXT. I know its not the Center Drive but for the money I like the tool set and the number of functions. I really like your video on the Schrade Tough Tool, I recently acquired one of those too. I really find it useful and at a great price. Both tools are very budget friendly. I love quality and don't mind paying for it, especially for a friend or loved one. For myself, I'm all about the bargain and both tools are decent quality as well.
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Great review as usual Brian. I love the tool and the addition of the scissors, but would make this a great all around tool would be the addition of a good saw. I would probably sub the file for a saw. Still looks like a great one handed tool.
That would be cool!
I had the center drive for a week and I love the full size screwdriver
Nice review. It looks like it will get the job done.
It does Tom. I do wish it had a better file and one of the REM GRIT replaceable hacksaw blades. That would make this an almost perfect urban edc tool
i am only going to say one thing that people have been missing with the centerdrive and why i think it is the best diy multitool barring those that are camping afficienados and that is being able to use bit sockets on the centerdrive .this in my opinion gives it an advantage to all the rest not to mention if used correctly the other tools work great as well. you can also use the bit drive at a 90 degree angle to loosen tight screws or nuts then straighten it out to complete the extraction as normal and reverse to give a little extra tightening force as well. i have done all these and it works well and you can fit a couple bit sockets on the bit holder as well and carry in the sheath with no problem.i have a 8mm 10mm and 12mm socket in my bit holder.
I have the Gerber centerdrive and i love it best tool around
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Good review. Oh and I loved the Chuck Norris fact! Having kids, I can relate.
There is absolutely nothing else like stepping on a Lego barefoot in the dark.
@@SurvivalOnPurpose I've done that, But try a wooden block rolling along your entire bare foot. Ouch.
Much love man.
My right thumb is sore from opening and closing the pliers on my Centerdrive I just got last Saturday. My first of this style...been a Leatherman user for years...I am obsessed with this Gerber, so cool!
Good stuff!
I've had mine for a couple of years and like it a lot. I have the original version and don't like the nylon sheath that came with it so I purchased a USA made bench craft leather sheath. It doesn't hold the bits however I really don't use more than 2 of them. Like the full size blade for sure,it did require edge work. Had many multi tools and this one is a hard to beat one!! Great video!
Thanks
Hard To Go Wrong With That Gerber, Thanks, Bryan ! ATB T God Bless
You got that right Terry!
I've been on the fence about the Gerber "plus" since I recently saw it. Your great review is changing my mind. Ty. When using Gerber, I holster the Suspension. (My EDC is a Rebar, however.)
As a person that has the Gerber center drive plus it is absolutely horrible. I have a P4 Leatherman surge and Leatherman wave and several other Gerber's I don't understand how the center drive is so highly regarded. It's very clunky and the design is asymmetrical a lot of unevenness in the gripping area making it a screw-driving nightmare. Believe me as soon as I got it out of the package felt it in my hands I instantly regretted it.
Different strokes. One man's "absolutely horrible" is another man's "precious"
I was issued Leatherman and Gerber multitools when I was active duty Air Force. I like them both. But the one handed opening with the Gerber models is pretty handy to have.
I think so
Anyone else wish they made more multi tools that use a pocket clip.. I'll stick with my wave.
I'll stick with my Wingman
Great review! Great demo. On Using a file as as striker.
Glad it was helpful!
Had mine (the 1st version) for a few years now and really love it. The one handed opening is just too handy. That is what I have always liked about Gerber MTs. There are two things I would change if I could. 1) I would like to see more heavy duty Wire Cutters. Think Leatherman Supertool. I have broken the Carbide Cutters before cutting things I am sure I should NOT have. 2) Replace that "serrated" blade, or whatever it is, with a proper saw. The scissors are a nice touch but I prefer a saw. Again just being nit picky because I love my Center Drive.
I wish they had a custom option so you could pick some of the tools you want
Not bad, thanks for showing us. Take care.
Thanks, you too!
Great video. Thanks again, from a left leaning fan haha
Good review, but I'll stick with the Surge. Other than the sliding pliers, I feel that the Surge beats out every function on the Center Drive. The carbide cutters are terrible and break far to easily too
I just had the same comment. I have been enjoying the Surge for years and I believe this Gerber is simply inferior in every way.
I agree with you in the surge I love my leatherman surge but I also carry the gerber center drive for when I’m fishing because how easy it is to access the pliers when a bass decides it’s gonna swallow the whole hook
I agree I have the original. and need the scissors!
well....
I have the original Center Drive multi-tool and love it and wish I had gotten a second one also as the ones I got after that wasn't that great. You just gave me an idea as I watched you use the file on the tool to start a fire with it. The one I have have a file like that and I will be trying to do the same thing with the file on the tool. I still like the tool I have and believe that model is better than the new one with the scissors. That is the only thing mine don't have, but I don't use that feature much anyway.
Honestly, that seems like what it is best suited for. Maybe plastic or soft metals
I’m a 30 years technician, used all kinds of multi tools, Gerber is the best, must broken close to 20 of them, love the one hand ope
I've had an original Gerber multi tool since they first came out as an answer to the Leatherman back in the early 90s. Used to carry it at work and used the crap out of it. I don't carry it anymore because I've had an office job for the last 20 years and just don't need it very often but it does reside in the cup holder on my desk and gets used to pull staples or tighten the occasional screw. That new one looks nice, wish I needed it.
good story
Bryan, thanks for the great video and your efforts. I love multitools, but, in reality, how many multitools does a guy really need....I have the Victorinox Spirit , Swisstool and a Leatherman Super 300. This one looks tempting...lol..keep up the great work and stay warm.
My biggest issue with gerber is plier squeezing power. I did a test where I squeezed a piece of plastic with one hand as hard as I could and the gerber barely left a mark where the leatherman wave completely flattened the material. Also the pliers rattle where the wave are fixed. It only takes a few seconds more to open a wave which you can do with one hand anyway and you get way more tools, a smaller footprint and less bulk and weight. Yes the center drive bit holder is awesome but the leatherman still does the job very well and has a huge advantage because you can use it in tight spaces as well. Gerber should have made the small bit holder usable as a driver.
Centered screw driver/ bit holder, that takes 1/4” bits,easy access pliers, plus…spring assist pliers just demolished my Leatherman Surge.!
I hate to say it, but it did.!
Just needs a saw.
spring assisted is nice, but I find the pliers are weak on the Center Drive. They defect way to easy and the cutters are garbage. Me and a work buddy were testing the cutters, I had my Surge and he the Center Drive. Surge made a clean cut through 18 and 14 gauge stranded, while the Center drive mashed the ends.
Cutters broke on the Centerdrive at 12 gauge solid, while the Surge made it down to 10 gauge solid
Nice review.
Thanks!
I bought the leatherman plus for about $160 a month & a half ago, I bought it to take on a long road trip. Within the first 4 weeks of owning it I realized it was a very fradgile piece of equipment. If all you need to do is tighten your glasses and remove pistol grips it’s fine. But don’t expect to open any cans, dig out any mushrooms, unscrew the unscrewable, or even dig out a weed bowl. Most expensive fradgile piece of equipment I’ve ever come across. Save yourself the money and get the gerber. Hell even customize it for the same price as a leatherman
Brian love Your videos I wish I'd known about this Gerber before I brought a Leatherman Skeletool cs 1 thing though I wear suspenders so the leather sheath would be a problem any ideas
Good tool, it seems. Missing a saw, though...
Almost sold.
Great video, Bryan.
Thanks 👍
There’s a version with a saw but it gets rid of the scissors
Letterman sure is the best hands down it has an actual Diamond file that is an awesome sharpener
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I have one of these. I really like it. Gerber tries too hard and some of the innovations are unnecessary but there are no drawbacks to them.
As always great practical review.
Thanks
Except they are made to fail ,I went to leatherman and have never looked back. They don't guarantee them for life for nothing. Kind of like Ruger pistols ,you can buy it once , or ? Multitools are something that grows on you after awhile , you feel naked without it. I went off brand too I've got like 3 or 4 brands and they all failed one way or the other. Where as I could of just bought #1 leatherman and been done with it. Peace.
I only use gerber multitool, they are the best they deserve videos where you can see how hard they are in various jobs ...
I've had my original for a few years now and I still love it. I do want this version though, because the scissors are way more functional than the sheepsfoot blade on the original
Apparently Gerber agrees with you
Still have my first gerber from the early 90s before they designated it the MP. It seems rudimentary today but it still works as designed including the fast deploy pliers. It has a real Simmons file on it which is cool. Had to be a manly man to use the tools though as nothing locked lol. Completely US made including leather sheath. Weird how fanboys of gerber or leatherman fight it out. to me both are good depending on preference. I have several of both.
Yep
Cool
Great tool made in the USA! Would like a can opener and make the file three sided like SOG multitool files. Having a file on the edge is very handy
true
Made in the USA, in otherwords you have to mortgage the house in order to afford it!🤣
G'day from Australia.🇦🇺
Hey Brian, great review as always, man you've got to take a look or get your hands on the new gerber double down folding machete bellasong,great looking tool with 4 finger pinch lock mechanism to keep from open in your pocket or sheath with the traditional bottom lock on the handle,I saw it a blade show an couldn't go,but did get to see Aaron on Gideon tactical review it,awesome tool.
Funny you should say that. I just shot a video on that the other day. It should be on TH-cam in the next couple of weeks or so. Can you say balance test?
@@SurvivalOnPurpose ,ok kool,awesome, balance test indeed.
How about those gloves you're wearing Brian, I'm impressed with the dexterity while you're handling the bits, nice work 👏🏼👍🏼🙏🏼 back to the multi tool... In the UK we have a saying, "jack of all trades, master of none" I always love the idea of multitools but in reality, I always find I grow frustrated with them and end up reaching for a proper tool. 🤷♂️ Maybe just me. Great presentation as ever. 👏🏼👍🏼🙏🏼
The gloves are Mechanix Fastfit
Love me some Gerber:)
I know you do Magnus. They should pay YOU.
Schrade model 45471 is my favorite
Very good but soooo ugly bro 🙂
Howdy my friend, love all Gerber multi-tools. Just grabbed a dime for the misses. Small but effective. (Cute) as she would say lol. Have a great day
Very nice!
I’ve been belt carrying mine for several years now.
I have been using Gerber multi tools for many years, the one handed opening is a great feature. This one looks interesting but it lost me at partially serrated.
It makes perfect sense to me in an all around tool. It is not a "bushcraft" blade.
@@SurvivalOnPurpose I was not interested in it for camping/bushcraft, it is to heavy for that and the tool set is not ideal. I do not like partially serrated as the seem to me to be neither fish nor foul and are less useful than a fully serrated or fully non serrated blade.
Like Multi-tool, EDC; especially in woods, hunting when you won't have a short walk to the tool chest. Have used when had to make surprise fixes to deer stand to be able to hunt and could not have done without a plyers.
They are handy
They named a street in LA after Chuck Norris,but they had to change it.
Because nobody crosses
Chuck Norris.
;-)
I got one of these. It is too bulky for regular use on my belt, or pocket. And the knife is too big. If the safety maneger at work saw me using it, he might get upset... (...sad...). BUT... THE BEST SCREW DRIVER EVER!!!! The form factor gives you A LOT of leverage. So I keep it in my pack for special use, but the Leatherman Wave is better for EDC... IMHO
Knife is too big? Perish the thought
@@SurvivalOnPurpose There are a LOT of people who I work with who I DO NOT want carrying around large knives, but still it's a pain... IMHO
Love me some Gerber😂🤠🤠😬
To be honest, I couldn't get past the first five minutes of sponsor shoutouts.
Our son is a cell tower technician, we gave him one for his birthday. One reason we chose the Centerdrive was it uses the standard 1/4 bits so he can customize his kit to the bits he uses most when is 250 feet up in the air. The Leatherman uses a preparatory bit that are very expensive compared to the common bits. He loves it.
Good points
proprietary
@@syzygysyzygy8332 you’re right, sometimes this phone can’t understand my accent
@@syzygysyzygy8332 you’re right, sometimes this phone can’t understand my accent
I like that they added scissors. However my first center drive showed up rusted right where it said stainless steel. I get that stainless can rust but shouldn't be that way out of the package.
I wonder how long and how it had been stored.
@@SurvivalOnPurpose i picked it up a couple months after it came out. Its very uneven too. The handle that says made in USA and stainless on it is the one thats rusty. The other handle is spotless. I still love the function of the tool but kinda turned off to getting another one.
Where do I order this so that I get the leather sheath instead of the cloth one?
I wanted a centerdrive but due to stupid U.K laws I wouldn't really be able to carry it, so went for the mp600 bladeless and even removed the remgrit blade as its almost useless, super happy with the mp600 though its alot better than my leatherman wingman.
bummer
My EDC is the leatherman oht it was the first to have one hand opening
Are you sure about that. Because I had a Gerber one-hand opening multi-tool at least 20 years ago.
Good review. I am great fan of the Leatherman Crunch because it features locking pliers. You might want to consider having a review of that particular multi too
I like it :) wish it had a saw tho.
Me too
I'll stick with my Leatherman Surge hate that combo blade, would rather have a full serrated and a full flat blade
I'll stick with my leatherman wave. Great video though, keep them coming.
Thanks
I have a leatherman, cause I found it, the other 2 multi tools I have are gerbers, but both times I purchased them I held the gerbaer in one hand and the leatherman equivalent in the other, I dunno, just like the gerber better, seems more ergonomic too for my hands
@@trooper2221 yeah I have a gerber and a couple off brands, but for me the leather is best. Really it all just comes down to your own preference. As long as the get the job done they are good.
I EDC my Leatherman Wave
@@peterryan7340 me too
I missed the price of this little tool.
Seems like one of the best I've seen for overall functionality. The pliers, knife and screwdriver are the tools that I always seem to use on these things. This one, with the centered bit driver makes it head and shoulders better than most.
Thanks for sharing this one.
Video description has a link to buy it. $125
I forgot to mention it. Corey is right.
My second bit always falls out thinking of taking that part pff
I have a Leatherman 'Mini' - lives in my pocket happily! sadly no longer made ;-(
bummer
Swisstool has a beast of a file
cool
nice hat!
Indeed it is
I carry a gerber multi-tool and I'm thinking do away with the scissors or the file and put in a saw blade, there have been times when I when I could have used one.
Yep
So what do you like better, Leatherman or Gerber ?
When will you compare this with the Leatherman? Tomorrow please! I need to buy something asap.
Go with the leatherman surge way better tool and steel you get way better Options and more. I have been using the leatherman tools for years, Gerber Multi tools seem very cheaply made. Never like their Multi tools but I do like there prodigy Fix blade knives and there strong. Arm knives. Do you know why the military issues the Gerber multitool is because it’s cheap they don’t issue you the Leatherman because they cost a little bit more and better made. Most of the guys I was in the army with has the Gerber end up going to the leatherman, that is the fact. Also the leatherman is the number 1 tool choose they also are the ones who came out with this tool first years ago.
@@charlesborum3910 Thank you sir!
I think both are good tools. As I said in the video, I think the one-handed opening and the offset center drive are advantageous features on the Gerber.
Also leatherman make a leatherman Multi tool call the mut EOD for EOD and a Mut multi tool for AR rifle for the military. I think leatherman is the over all the best multi tool out there hands down.
I love your reviews I watch you all the time and I thank you give great reviews I understand what you said about the Gerber multitool but what they have on that tool doesn’t compare to what leatherman offers and leatherman is way better made tool. I am a Ex Army Infantry and cav soldier leatherman is my first choose. I do agree with you on a lot of thing you have to say in your reviews. I think you are very smart and very knowledgeable about the stuff you review. That why I like to hear what you have to say.
Leatherman charge tti for the win
Different strokes...
it's only centered on one of the 2 axis'......are the wire cutters made of the same material as the original ones? the original ones were/are crap...
Will this hold the wiha double ended bits?
Now you have used it for a while, how do you like it? Keep up the good work!
I like it
Deck screw t25
Do you think that big hole in the blade might make the blade a bit prone to breaking?
What are you planning to use it for? A pry bar? ;-) so, no. P
The first time I used the file it snapped off. Maybe some people have luck with it but mine was garbage
Still can't beat the leatherman free p4 that thing is a masterpiece
Different strokes...
I think the Surge is king still. I had the center drive and couldn't believe how terribly underwhelming the thing is. I absolutely hated it. It's so asymmetrical and clunky to work with.
@@killough71010 Can't go wrong with a Leatherman.
13:56 The file on any of Victorinox's tools, including the ones on their Swiss Tools, would have done that for you.
Probably so
anyway thanks
*Quick question for you, What makes this the plus version?*
Thank you
From The Gerber website: "New to the Plus is the addition of much-requested scissors, tumble-finished tools, and a premium leather sheath."
Do you have to flick it hard to get the pliers to come out?
Hard is relative but, no, I don’t think so.
I love the center drive. Sits in my draw not being used because the replaceable cutters shatter cutting standard 12 gauge wire
Hopefully, you can repost this video with the missing footage. Your editing staff forgot to include the rotational balance testing! ; - )
Never on a folder.
That awl is nice.....just look at it 😂
and sharp too
Does it come with Robertson bit or just crappy Philips
A couple. I showed each bit in the video
Looks like my S O G
hmm
First comment on here,wow love the videos thanks for your honest reviews
Thanks for watching!
File on these multitool is great! I have a lot of leatherman and victorinox multitool and the file on center drive is anpar with victorinox file.
Obviously is not for hard metal.... Your screw seems to be hard metal for the sound.
These multitool files are for non templated iron, copper, aluminum, bronze etc... Not for any tipe of steel.
Hmmm. Stay tuned tomorrow
Good one mate! Guess I’n used to the good ol’ two hand struggle to open the multi-tool like I’m wrestling a damn gator.
I understand the struggle
What brand of glove are you wearing ?
Mechanix Fast Fit
My two concerns with it
1) no saw
2) like most multi tools, no blade sharpener.
Actually, like most knives period. No blade sharpener.
Why do most multi toom co. Have wine openers?
This one doesn't
Are there multiple screwdriver bits?
Yes, I showed them in the video.
Hello Bryan, Do you still have that Silver Buck F.B. w/screw in pegs (crossguard) and want to sell it, or any of the Kyslar's??? I tried to sign up, but your email handlers won't let me at yahoo get in! Would be helpful if you'd tell 'em to not censor and do it right for all major emails in the US!!! Good vid, your right on the Gerber Center Drive, btw how much??? Thanks, be safe and take care, "God Bless", sincerely, Randy. 👍👍🙏🏻😇👊🇺🇸
Hey Randy,
Yes I still have it and I am willing to sell it at the right price. I don't know why you can't sign up for my newsletter. I have a lot of subscribers with yahoo.com emails. Send me an email at SurvivalOnPurpose (at) gmail (dot) com _ Hopefully that will confuse the spambots. We can talk and I'll try to get with my email provided and see what the issue is.
@@SurvivalOnPurpose Thanks Bryan, I'll try. Please remember that I have "short-term memory loss issues" (meds side effects). I'l keep plugging away at it, oh btw, I don't have any access to a regular computer, I only have a "not-so-"smartphone! Be safe and take care, "God Bless", sincerely, Randy. 👍👍🙏🏻😇👊