I picked it up at Home Depot for $20. I've had it for over a year and I love the fact that I don't care if I loose or break it. The pouch is terrible. Velcro wears out quickly.
I've owned the Gerber Suspension for five years and it has been one incredible camp tool. The two blades are ample but of course not primary; Gerber Strongarm being the primary blade (my favorite in my knife collection). The pliers are great working with wire snares, bending fish hooks, tightening 550 and other rope knots and multiple other camp chores. The saw is useful in making notches for tent pegs along with the two blades and the spine is the best ferro rod striker drawing sparks even with the crappiest rods. The scissors easily open Mountain House and other packages. The bottle opener is a waste however the can opener is a decent backup to my P38 or P51. I don't use either screwdriver for camp but they do come in handy in my SUV or home. The sheath was a tragedy (ripped on its first camp outing) and I replaced it with a Yakeda tactical sheath, one in coyote camo and one in black camo depending on which color Gerber Strongarm I take. Both sheaths are mounted on the respective Strongarm kydex sheaths. I give this tool a five star rating and in five years and countless outdoor trips has never let me down. On my car key chain I have a Gerber Dime, also an excellent EDC tool.
I specifically bought these as a truck multi-tool (in my stay in truck "get home bag") for a number of reasons. 1. They probably will never get used for any real emergency purpose. 2. They were dirt cheap when I bought it on sale (18ish bucks). And 3. I wanted a multi-tool that I wouldn't care if it got stolen out of my truck. I've truly only used them 1 time ever... that was to change my license plate when I moved to a different state. But they are there if/when I ever need them again.
I've been finding that with a lot of things like a cheap set of in ear headphones I picked up for when I mow the lawn. They actually sound really good.
Great review, as usual. Ty. A few weeks ago, in September 2018, I purchased two Suspensions for the price of one ($13.00 each) at the local Walmart. They were making way for the NXT. I prefer Leatherman, but couldn't pass-up the deal. Probably will gift these two MTs. Ditto about Ganzo origins of the Suspension.
That's a great deal! I noticed Amazon still has a few of the Gerber Legend, an older multitool from back when Gerber was better, assembled at least in the USA.
You're gonna love it when that damn spring starts sliding to the side when you try to use the scissors after a while! If you're hands are the size of Shaquille O'Neal you'll love the spring loaded pliers! I should know brother I own 2!
This is where the conversation should start and end for affordable jack of all trades multitools. Has never let me down, just don't bring it near salt water unless you think Gerbers were missing rust as another tool. Edit: also, the saw is short, but it's insanely good. I've cut an entire sheet of luaun (don't ask) with this thing and comes in handy in a pinch. The only thing that's keeping me from buying a Center Drive is the lack of saw.
Best Tools is the Gerber suspension I have 2 of them their very well made you'll never see a leatherman on a battle field that is a fact Gerber multi tools and Sogs only ones on battle field use I never seen a leatherman in Afghanistan I have the Gerber TRUSS and Gerber MP 600 an SOG an I got the new Gerber suspension with the pocket clip im not hating on Leatherman just saying my honest opinion
I'm back. Still have mine & found one. The found one needs some care, like, sharpen, oil, clean & i gotta loosen the pivots cause it's tight. I'll add a lanyard. Found it in a Clip&carry kydex sheath, needs cleaning to. I usually use Clorox wipes on em. I do miss a threading awl/reamer & a file on these, but these are good in a pinch.
I don't know what I think of these. I know that the handle shape bothers me. I know it's more ergonomic looking and probably feeling, but I prefer a straight handled profile for pocket carry. The bulbous ends look as though they take up unnecessary space with no added benefit other than ergonomics for a tool that is, essentially a stand-in for an actual pair of pliers. I've said it before, but if they could get the Juice scissors into a Leatherman Wave, I think it would be the ultimate tool. I would trade the straight blade on the Wave to be the scissors and use the scissors space within the handle to put an actual Phillips driver instead of the squashed Phillips that's in it. I know we aren't talking about the Wave here, it just came to mind.
The good thing about them is the spring loaded of the pliers. That is a great plus. The bottle cap opener works fine. I used that the most on the tool, where it dumped in the car console. Other than that though it is kind of junk. Gerber went really cheap with material and build quality. The blades will not stay sharp due to the weak steel. The grips to pull out the blade is also notorious for breaking off and I had to glue them back on. The pliers are fairly weak so it best to avoid any hard use with it, as you will snap them. It better to get a decent brand where you can put it to better use. The scissors aren't too bad, but you can over overload the spring and they jam open. Also be sure to sharpen them often. The saw is one of the most useless on a multitool. Finally make sure to double stitch the strapping on the sheath, as that tears and breaks way too easily.
I've been using this multi tool for a few weeks now and I've got to say I really like it and it's I deal for what I'm using it for along side my victorinox fieldmaster very handy little tool by the way love your channel keep those videos coming✌
YES. Multitools can't be but a backup. Even the very best pliers (I'd say Victorinox and Leatherman) are just two or three leagues behind a real pair of pliers. I collect tools and have got all the American and German brands. There is nothing better than Knipex. My oldest model is way older than 60 years, has seen quite some use, and works like new. (It's a pair of "Flachzange', a flat grip pliers type, trying to translate it to English.) I broke quite a lot of MT pliers, though. All these "hard wire cutter inserts", made of whatever 154 CM or so... None of my Knipex pliers has those nor needs them. They're properly hardened to 64 HRC and cut through everything they're supposed to. Of course a small electronics side cutter can't cut 4 mm piano wire. But I'd really love to see a cooperation between a multitool producer and a pliers expert, since the former could vastly profit from the knowledge of the latter… as far as steel treatment is concerned, and more.
If the main tool you need is the pliers, I would say the Sidekick, but if you want a more well-rounded toolset then get the Suspension, unless you live outside the US, most people get the Ganzo if the Suspension is too expensive in their country.
Copy bro, here in the philiippines, the cheapest I found for all three are 2100 pesos for the Ganzo 301 2300 for the Suspension 2700 for the Wingman/ 2900 for the Sidekick My real main gripe was choosing which one is better between the Ganzo and Suspension. and small consideration for the leathermans if they're just that much better. I'll go with the Suspension for the next purchase. Thanks. Maybe you could also review the Stanley multi tool. This is what I currently use and it's ok overall for me. and it's really cheap, 960 pesos budled with a utility knife. www.lazada.com.ph/stanley-12-in-1-multi-tool-with-utility-knife-9637528.html?rb=2945
I've been curious about the Stanley. It's got a pretty high number of reviews on Amazon and is super cheap, so I've wondered about it. I have the Wingman and it's just OK. The only thing it has going for it is that it is light and has a pocket clip. Otherwise it doesn't feel very well constructed to me and doesn't feel as solid in hand as I think a Leatherman product should.
I just bought the Gerber Suspension-NXT and it is very very different. There is no triangle button for the knife blade and there is no comparable straight non serrated blade. Please update your video, I cannot get the one blade to close and no instructions came with. Opening was no problem. I am glad it doesn't close easily but I should not need a tool to close my tool.
Got mine today. Cheaper than the leatherman but quality is way inferior. Really similar to nexttool. Good beater tool but I think I'll stick go leatherman in the future
Wow about the price - I know it's nearly 4 years later on but $20 for a Suspension??? Any US branded multitools here in the UK cost at least double what you can get them for in the US. Here the best price I can find the Suspension for is £39 which is just shy of $50. Multitools are rarely if ever seen in actual physical stores here, you have to buy them online from specialist suppliers of tools or outdoor equipment.
13:33 since you show that side-to-side movement of that, May I ask you off-topic? Does your Leatherman REBAR has that side-to-side movement when fully closed? Because no one mentioned that but the "REBARS" I see they all have that movement a bit. Not super firm like a wave for example.
The saw saved me from a 5000 dollar fine when I was hauling a water tank that had a cracked fitting. I was able to cut it off cleanly and plug it completely vs tearing the whole assembly out and flooding a freeway in town lol
Excellent. Life is definitely full of those oh crap moments LOL where you have to fix something unexpected. Had to fix the steady shot thing in my camcorder out in the field today. Figured out that if I open it pointing up, it realigns the mechanism. A new one would have also cost me about $500! Ouch.
Good point about a multitool being just a quick fix portable alternative to regular dedicated tools, and that a pair of cast pliers will always be stronger than those on a multitool. I'm often surprised by devotees of expensive Leatherman tools claiming that they are tradesman such as mechanics who use only these every day for work. Strangely Swisstool owners never claim this. I just EDC a smallish multitool for quick on the road repairs to my old mountain bike lol. If I'm doing maintenance on it at home I use my box of tools. Also I'm surprised by people who say they use multitools to fix their cars on the road, in a car space & weight isn't such an issue, and I thought most people have a bag or box of tools including spanners (wrenches) and a socket set in the boot (trunk) of their car.
I've had this for about 5 years and I can say it is rock solid. The serrations can be sharpened to functional and the back and forth handle play has not caused any problems. The crushed phillips works surprisingly well and the pliers remain tight. I have not found a way to make the saw longer so let's face it... shorty saws just suck so I call it a notcher and feel much better ;-) Well worth the price.
I finally ordered one. Was always a little skeptic about it. It is like, you want to love it just for the shape and on the other hand you know it’s made in China and hold back, more so they make it for the Bear Grylls collection, which we know most of the stuff is crap. Well we’ll see. Got to give it a shot. Fingers crossed.
I think folks are being a bit too quick to condemn bypass wire cutters on budget MT's. They're not even trying them. Not long ago another popular reviewer was condemning the Letterman Rev for its bypass cutters while not considering that Leatherman's and Gerber's most respected models have that type of cutters. I don't get the reasoning.
What's up man I D had the same one but I lost it now I bought a new one and it is completely different the screwdriver it is fatter is not the like the other one u got flat dont had the desarae blade and then the regular blade it is a combo and do not have the stud to open it you actually have to get it with your fingers
I just brought one on eBay . Purely cause it has a lock on the knives .I have 2 multi tools already and they are painful to use and a accident waiting to happen.
I have one of these, I bought it cos I liked that it doesn't have a spring between the handles for the plyers. However it does have tiny little springs for the tools to be held in place, after 4 months of keeping it in my pocket at work, theyv become stiff an rusty. I live in oz an paid 60 bucks for it, I'm sure there are better tools for the price without the fiddly little springs to seize up. Also getting a lot of spotty surface rust over the plyers an other tools it has
A fit and finish letdown, the unlock bars are a firey hot-spot on the fingertips. The overly thick spacers, stubby odd shaped tools, and a lanyard loop as thick as a tool, where a more useful tool could have been. I had one, it made me appreciate the fit, finish, and attention to detail of the go to brand Leatherman the original plier based MT.
I've had mine for about a year. Its part of my EDC. Velcro wears out quickly, and the tool itself gets a little loose. Have to tighten it quite often. All that said, I use a lot and the problems I have are typical. The knife is extremely sharp and still is, I haven't sharpened it and still don't need to. All that said, I love this tool. Definitely got my money's worth. Target $39.99 at the time.
There's a version of this multitool that's also a rebranded Ganzo (Magnalex or something like that) with the identical toolset as the Suspension plus a bit set for the same money. I'd personally be inclined to go for that one since it's essentially the same manufacturer but with added functionality.
My Gerber Suspension came with a good screwdriver bit adapter with 9 bits. They're more handy than the actually screwdrivers that come on the multi-tool itself. Now I'm wondering if that's an optional accessory or standard, because I dont see a lot of reviews mentioning them.
the paid $29.98 plus tax at Home Depot,,,,and its not bad,,,but the pouch is flimmzie and the retention is poor,,,,but it does fit in the Ozark trail pouch thats made alot better,,,and I like the spring pliers
Fantastic review mate I love the Gerber suspension I've been carrying one of them for over are you the only downside to it does not have a file on it other than that it's a perfect multi-tool I just put it in me old Lion Brand multi tool pouch fits perfectly what's the size comparison to the Gerber suspension and the Leatherman Wave ???
I've got this tool and the powerduo by sog. Has anyone reviewed the "Sog Powergrab" yet ? Don't know wether to get that, a LM rebar or the surge. Really want a heavy duty multitool but Sog's tools have the compound leverage and I'm really drawn to that. Great video.
I abuse the shit out of mine and its still performing well. Threw it on the floor, hit a brick wall, and threw up a spark, still completely intact. Hit the spine of the blade with a sledgehammer to cut thew dense plastic, minor blemishes and a partly broken lock. Everything still locks up if not better. For $20-25.00 its a great multi tool that can take a fair amount of abuse.
Brother - Thanks for a very fair review. Anyone willing to make a trip to Home Depot or visit their website can pick up one of these everyday for their regular price of $19.97. For me a good tool for a great price...Abe Azar
Viper Sharp had mine for about 4 years, used heavily in the first 3 (then I got a desk job). Has held up very well. If it dulls up, a lick or two on a steel and we’re back into it. The sheath/pouch is a let down though, unless you don’t want it on your belt
Should this be oiled? Sewing Machine OIl? Liquid tool lubricant? Had to give mine a thorough cleaning after a drink spilled and dried... wondering how to keep it in good shape. Thanks for the great post!
Good video my friend. The only problem I see with the Gerber suspension is the saw. It's too damn thick and dull it will bind up and clog up on ya easy. The saw should have been thinner so it could go into wood easier and won't clog up on ya as much. But besides that it's really not that bad. It's very affordable and easy to use. Good video my friend. Keep up the good work 😀😀!!
Hey, bro, you are back. I was wondering if you joined the army or something, or sometimes viewers get married and disappear, glad you're still in the community!
@@WeAllJuggleKnives - Sorry my friend but I was out of commission for a bit I had to get a new phone. Lol. Love the video dude. Have you checked out the new Leatherman Bond? It's a mix between the Leatherman Rebar and PST. Leatherman is also coming out with a Leatherman Curl. It's a Wave without replaceable wire cutters and the inside tools don't lock. Throwback to the first generation Wave I guess. I think they are doing this for the European customers. You know how Europe is with their weird knife laws. Lol. I also purchased the Gerber suspension nxt it's not that good as I thought it would be but for light duty task it should be ok. I am interested in the Gerber Truss I watched your video on it and I am pretty impressed with it can't wait to get one. Anyway brother good video and keep up the good work 😀!!
Yeah, I have been watching videos on the Bond. I have not gotten one yet, but I want to get one, just for the completeness of the collection, even though I still have my old PST.
@@WeAllJuggleKnives - Hey my friend. I seen some reviews on the Leatherman Bond and from what I have seen it has a few issues the knife issue is a little unsafe. The knife cutout is to big and the knife should be tighter ya can definitely cut yourself like that. It has two holes for the pocket clip but you have to buy that separate. I love Leatherman I have over 70 Leatherman multi tools and other companies but why not just include the pocket clip. Just seems like they are just trying to make a extra dollar 🤔🤔!!
I am a fan of what I call the "Golden Age" of Leatherman - Rebar, Wave, Charge, ST300, Surge, Sidekick, Juices, and Skeletool. But it seems we have entered a new age, The Age of Sorrows and Dust! LOL. I noticed the Squirt was like $40 on Amazon now. It used to be $18 when I got my last one.
WeAllJuggleKnives Yes, I agree. My dad is an avid Leatherman fan, but even he says a Gerber is arguably as good for nearly half, or a third of the price.
I picked it up at Home Depot for $20. I've had it for over a year and I love the fact that I don't care if I loose or break it. The pouch is terrible. Velcro wears out quickly.
Joe D the Suspension is a tertiary backup/loaner.
Use a military style magazine pouch, with a molle attachment on the back.
My take on the most requested multitool for Multitool Monday, the Gerber Suspension.
I've owned the Gerber Suspension for five years and it has been one incredible camp tool. The two blades are ample but of course not primary; Gerber Strongarm being the primary blade (my favorite in my knife collection). The pliers are great working with wire snares, bending fish hooks, tightening 550 and other rope knots and multiple other camp chores. The saw is useful in making notches for tent pegs along with the two blades and the spine is the best ferro rod striker drawing sparks even with the crappiest rods. The scissors easily open Mountain House and other packages. The bottle opener is a waste however the can opener is a decent backup to my P38 or P51. I don't use either screwdriver for camp but they do come in handy in my SUV or home. The sheath was a tragedy (ripped on its first camp outing) and I replaced it with a Yakeda tactical sheath, one in coyote camo and one in black camo depending on which color Gerber Strongarm I take. Both sheaths are mounted on the respective Strongarm kydex sheaths. I give this tool a five star rating and in five years and countless outdoor trips has never let me down. On my car key chain I have a Gerber Dime, also an excellent EDC tool.
Good design but weak steel. Check the reviews on Amazon.
I just bought a combo pack with this Gerber suspension and an included eab lite knife for $20 for both. What a deal!
great score!
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I bought a Gerber Suspension when they first came out. I paid $20 for it. haven't been able to find on for $20 since.
Where do u find replacement knife blade ? It’s impossible to talk too a live agent
Had one of these for 10 years and it's been brilliant. If I lost mine I'd definitely get another one.
I specifically bought these as a truck multi-tool (in my stay in truck "get home bag") for a number of reasons. 1. They probably will never get used for any real emergency purpose. 2. They were dirt cheap when I bought it on sale (18ish bucks). And 3. I wanted a multi-tool that I wouldn't care if it got stolen out of my truck. I've truly only used them 1 time ever... that was to change my license plate when I moved to a different state. But they are there if/when I ever need them again.
Yeah, it's pretty much a Ganzo. But multitools have developed alot over the years, so even an inexpensive one is a usable tool in a pinch.
I've been finding that with a lot of things like a cheap set of in ear headphones I picked up for when I mow the lawn. They actually sound really good.
Great review, as usual. Ty. A few weeks ago, in September 2018, I purchased two Suspensions for the price of one ($13.00 each) at the local Walmart. They were making way for the NXT. I prefer Leatherman, but couldn't pass-up the deal. Probably will gift these two MTs. Ditto about Ganzo origins of the Suspension.
That's a great deal! I noticed Amazon still has a few of the Gerber Legend, an older multitool from back when Gerber was better, assembled at least in the USA.
You're gonna love it when that damn spring starts sliding to the side when you try to use the scissors after a while! If you're hands are the size of Shaquille O'Neal you'll love the spring loaded pliers! I should know brother I own 2!
This is where the conversation should start and end for affordable jack of all trades multitools. Has never let me down, just don't bring it near salt water unless you think Gerbers were missing rust as another tool.
Edit: also, the saw is short, but it's insanely good. I've cut an entire sheet of luaun (don't ask) with this thing and comes in handy in a pinch. The only thing that's keeping me from buying a Center Drive is the lack of saw.
IMO it’s a better tool selection than the Suspension NXT. Pocket clip is missed.
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Best Tools is the Gerber suspension I have 2 of them their very well made you'll never see a leatherman on a battle field that is a fact Gerber multi tools and Sogs only ones on battle field use I never seen a leatherman in Afghanistan I have the Gerber TRUSS and Gerber MP 600 an SOG an I got the new Gerber suspension with the pocket clip im not hating on Leatherman just saying my honest opinion
Excellent, I have the Truss as well, Gerbers very popular in the USA, the stores have them for a good price.
I'm back. Still have mine & found one. The found one needs some care, like, sharpen, oil, clean & i gotta loosen the pivots cause it's tight. I'll add a lanyard. Found it in a Clip&carry kydex sheath, needs cleaning to. I usually use Clorox wipes on em. I do miss a threading awl/reamer & a file on these, but these are good in a pinch.
I don't know what I think of these. I know that the handle shape bothers me. I know it's more ergonomic looking and probably feeling, but I prefer a straight handled profile for pocket carry. The bulbous ends look as though they take up unnecessary space with no added benefit other than ergonomics for a tool that is, essentially a stand-in for an actual pair of pliers. I've said it before, but if they could get the Juice scissors into a Leatherman Wave, I think it would be the ultimate tool. I would trade the straight blade on the Wave to be the scissors and use the scissors space within the handle to put an actual Phillips driver instead of the squashed Phillips that's in it. I know we aren't talking about the Wave here, it just came to mind.
The good thing about them is the spring loaded of the pliers. That is a great plus.
The bottle cap opener works fine. I used that the most on the tool, where it dumped in the car console.
Other than that though it is kind of junk. Gerber went really cheap with material and build quality.
The blades will not stay sharp due to the weak steel. The grips to pull out the blade is also notorious for breaking off and I had to glue them back on.
The pliers are fairly weak so it best to avoid any hard use with it, as you will snap them. It better to get a decent brand where you can put it to better use.
The scissors aren't too bad, but you can over overload the spring and they jam open. Also be sure to sharpen them often.
The saw is one of the most useless on a multitool.
Finally make sure to double stitch the strapping on the sheath, as that tears and breaks way too easily.
I've been using this multi tool for a few weeks now and I've got to say I really like it and it's I deal for what I'm using it for along side my victorinox fieldmaster very handy little tool by the way love your channel keep those videos coming✌
ok, so it is a ganzo for tripple the price?
YES. Multitools can't be but a backup. Even the very best pliers (I'd say Victorinox and Leatherman) are just two or three leagues behind a real pair of pliers. I collect tools and have got all the American and German brands. There is nothing better than Knipex. My oldest model is way older than 60 years, has seen quite some use, and works like new. (It's a pair of "Flachzange', a flat grip pliers type, trying to translate it to English.) I broke quite a lot of MT pliers, though. All these "hard wire cutter inserts", made of whatever 154 CM or so... None of my Knipex pliers has those nor needs them. They're properly hardened to 64 HRC and cut through everything they're supposed to. Of course a small electronics side cutter can't cut 4 mm piano wire.
But I'd really love to see a cooperation between a multitool producer and a pliers expert, since the former could vastly profit from the knowledge of the latter… as far as steel treatment is concerned, and more.
i have this model its ok. subtitute from my leatherman. i put in my wife car just emergency
it cost me 15$ worth of mibey
money i mean LoL
Awesome review bro. What would you recommend between the Gerber Suspension, Ganzo 301 and Leatherman Wingman/Sidekick?
If the main tool you need is the pliers, I would say the Sidekick, but if you want a more well-rounded toolset then get the Suspension, unless you live outside the US, most people get the Ganzo if the Suspension is too expensive in their country.
Copy bro, here in the philiippines, the cheapest I found for all three are 2100 pesos for the Ganzo 301
2300 for the Suspension
2700 for the Wingman/ 2900 for the Sidekick
My real main gripe was choosing which one is better between the Ganzo and Suspension. and small consideration for the leathermans if they're just that much better.
I'll go with the Suspension for the next purchase. Thanks.
Maybe you could also review the Stanley multi tool. This is what I currently use and it's ok overall for me. and it's really cheap, 960 pesos budled with a utility knife.
www.lazada.com.ph/stanley-12-in-1-multi-tool-with-utility-knife-9637528.html?rb=2945
I've been curious about the Stanley. It's got a pretty high number of reviews on Amazon and is super cheap, so I've wondered about it. I have the Wingman and it's just OK. The only thing it has going for it is that it is light and has a pocket clip. Otherwise it doesn't feel very well constructed to me and doesn't feel as solid in hand as I think a Leatherman product should.
In Poland Gerber Sunspension price its 50 euro and ganzo is 15 euro this is a lot diffrences so i bought 3 ganzos :D
Since it includes a saw the serated blades isnt really necessary but i use that blade the most so idk
Something strangely satisfying watching you cut that paper into thin strips. Almost coulda fallen asleep....
another weirdo.
I just bought the Gerber Suspension-NXT and it is very very different. There is no triangle button for the knife blade and there is no comparable straight non serrated blade. Please update your video, I cannot get the one blade to close and no instructions came with. Opening was no problem. I am glad it doesn't close easily but I should not need a tool to close my tool.
Anybody knows why it looks like an ganzo tool? do ganzo copy them or is this made bei ganzo?
Got mine today. Cheaper than the leatherman but quality is way inferior. Really similar to nexttool. Good beater tool but I think I'll stick go leatherman in the future
Excellent review. Nice.
I've had two of these Gerbers and both tools I had the pliers break Cheap quality steel ! I would never buy again !
Exactly the same issue here but Gerber replaced it without question under their warranty so at least I still have a working item.
Wow about the price - I know it's nearly 4 years later on but $20 for a Suspension??? Any US branded multitools here in the UK cost at least double what you can get them for in the US. Here the best price I can find the Suspension for is £39 which is just shy of $50. Multitools are rarely if ever seen in actual physical stores here, you have to buy them online from specialist suppliers of tools or outdoor equipment.
Indeed! All the people I know overseas buy Ganzo Multitools instead, because the Gerber prices are very inflated there.
13:33 since you show that side-to-side movement of that, May I ask you off-topic? Does your Leatherman REBAR has that side-to-side movement when fully closed? Because no one mentioned that but the "REBARS" I see they all have that movement a bit. Not super firm like a wave for example.
The saw saved me from a 5000 dollar fine when I was hauling a water tank that had a cracked fitting. I was able to cut it off cleanly and plug it completely vs tearing the whole assembly out and flooding a freeway in town lol
Excellent. Life is definitely full of those oh crap moments LOL where you have to fix something unexpected. Had to fix the steady shot thing in my camcorder out in the field today. Figured out that if I open it pointing up, it realigns the mechanism. A new one would have also cost me about $500! Ouch.
Good point about a multitool being just a quick fix portable alternative to regular dedicated tools, and that a pair of cast pliers will always be stronger than those on a multitool. I'm often surprised by devotees of expensive Leatherman tools claiming that they are tradesman such as mechanics who use only these every day for work. Strangely Swisstool owners never claim this. I just EDC a smallish multitool for quick on the road repairs to my old mountain bike lol. If I'm doing maintenance on it at home I use my box of tools. Also I'm surprised by people who say they use multitools to fix their cars on the road, in a car space & weight isn't such an issue, and I thought most people have a bag or box of tools including spanners (wrenches) and a socket set in the boot (trunk) of their car.
Mine cracked on the scissor side. It goes through the B on the brand logo.
I've had this for about 5 years and I can say it is rock solid. The serrations can be sharpened to functional and the back and forth handle play has not caused any problems. The crushed phillips works surprisingly well and the pliers remain tight. I have not found a way to make the saw longer so let's face it... shorty saws just suck so I call it a notcher and feel much better ;-) Well worth the price.
I finally ordered one. Was always a little skeptic about it. It is like, you want to love it just for the shape and on the other hand you know it’s made in China and hold back, more so they make it for the Bear Grylls collection, which we know most of the stuff is crap. Well we’ll see. Got to give it a shot. Fingers crossed.
I think folks are being a bit too quick to condemn bypass wire cutters on budget MT's. They're not even trying them. Not long ago another popular reviewer was condemning the Letterman Rev for its bypass cutters while not considering that Leatherman's and Gerber's most respected models have that type of cutters. I don't get the reasoning.
What's up man I D had the same one but I lost it now I bought a new one and it is completely different the screwdriver it is fatter is not the like the other one u got flat dont had the desarae blade and then the regular blade it is a combo and do not have the stud to open it you actually have to get it with your fingers
Hey, buddy :] it sounds like you got the Gerber Suspension NXT, that is the new version of this one. I have one too, but I have not reviewed it yet.
I just brought one on eBay . Purely cause it has a lock on the knives .I have 2 multi tools already and they are painful to use and a accident waiting to happen.
🤔 if I can smack it and the force of that smack deploys the knifes the tool goes in the trash 🗑️(in the case of this one it was a light tap)
Oh harsh :] Well blade retention is important for safety, but one could carry this in a pouch so it wouldn’t do that in the pocket.
I have one of these, I bought it cos I liked that it doesn't have a spring between the handles for the plyers. However it does have tiny little springs for the tools to be held in place, after 4 months of keeping it in my pocket at work, theyv become stiff an rusty. I live in oz an paid 60 bucks for it, I'm sure there are better tools for the price without the fiddly little springs to seize up. Also getting a lot of spotty surface rust over the plyers an other tools it has
A fit and finish letdown, the unlock bars are a firey hot-spot on the fingertips. The overly thick spacers, stubby odd shaped tools, and a lanyard loop as thick as a tool, where a more useful tool could have been. I had one, it made me appreciate the fit, finish, and attention to detail of the go to brand Leatherman the original plier based MT.
I've had mine for about a year. Its part of my EDC. Velcro wears out quickly, and the tool itself gets a little loose. Have to tighten it quite often. All that said, I use a lot and the problems I have are typical. The knife is extremely sharp and still is, I haven't sharpened it and still don't need to. All that said, I love this tool. Definitely got my money's worth. Target $39.99 at the time.
There's a version of this multitool that's also a rebranded Ganzo (Magnalex or something like that) with the identical toolset as the Suspension plus a bit set for the same money. I'd personally be inclined to go for that one since it's essentially the same manufacturer but with added functionality.
IMHO this is one of the fugliest MTs out there. Vic Spirit X being the most gorgeous. ;-P
LOL
My Gerber Suspension came with a good screwdriver bit adapter with 9 bits. They're more handy than the actually screwdrivers that come on the multi-tool itself. Now I'm wondering if that's an optional accessory or standard, because I dont see a lot of reviews mentioning them.
The scissors spring slips past the cam all the time.
what's the best MT in your opinion? I still love the enzo knife you review a couple of years ago ...best knife ever! Birk 75 and the Trapper
I think it should have a metal saw and awl.
Gotta love multitool monday!
Thanks, bro!
the paid $29.98 plus tax at Home Depot,,,,and its not bad,,,but the pouch is flimmzie and the retention is poor,,,,but it does fit in the Ozark trail pouch thats made alot better,,,and I like the spring pliers
Yeah, the Ganzo pouch does kick the ass of the Gerber pouch :]
Brizzyvoices should watch this review so she can pronounce the tools properly!!!!
bought a Gerber 800 legend about 15 years ago and just had to retire it about a year ago....got my moneys worth out of that
Fantastic review mate I love the Gerber suspension I've been carrying one of them for over are you the only downside to it does not have a file on it other than that it's a perfect multi-tool I just put it in me old Lion Brand multi tool pouch fits perfectly
what's the size comparison to the Gerber suspension and the Leatherman Wave ???
The Velcro wears fast on the pouch. If you wear it in the horizontal position you risk losing the tool like I did. Good tool though!
Just picked one up. Can't have enough multi tools.
That plain edge blade is a joke.
I've got this tool and the powerduo by sog. Has anyone reviewed the "Sog Powergrab" yet ? Don't know wether to get that, a LM rebar or the surge. Really want a heavy duty multitool but Sog's tools have the compound leverage and I'm really drawn to that. Great video.
Wildbill shitcock the compound leverage is nice and you can easily swap tools at least on the powerlock.
I abuse the shit out of mine and its still performing well. Threw it on the floor, hit a brick wall, and threw up a spark, still completely intact. Hit the spine of the blade with a sledgehammer to cut thew dense plastic, minor blemishes and a partly broken lock. Everything still locks up if not better. For $20-25.00 its a great multi tool that can take a fair amount of abuse.
Excellent! Good to hear!
its $19 For this tool and the gerber knife right now on Lowes.
Brother - Thanks for a very fair review. Anyone willing to make a trip to Home Depot or visit their website can pick up one of these everyday for their regular price of $19.97. For me a good tool for a great price...Abe Azar
Welcome! Glad you like it!
What wal mart an hour away how is that possible I have 5 within 35 minutes away
Cool
I got one for $50 yesterday. Christmas present from my work.
I like the locking option. That's pretty cool. That is surprisingly sharp too! I wonder how it holds up with use.
Viper Sharp had mine for about 4 years, used heavily in the first 3 (then I got a desk job). Has held up very well. If it dulls up, a lick or two on a steel and we’re back into it. The sheath/pouch is a let down though, unless you don’t want it on your belt
Anybody know what the tiny eye hole on the scissors is used for?? Does it even have a purpose?
Spyderco does that on their C169P ClipiTool also. I think to get a better grip on it.
Strange, I have the same one with zero side-to-side play..
i use scissors for opening mail n candy wrappers. works good
Truper NAMU-100
Should this be oiled? Sewing Machine OIl? Liquid tool lubricant? Had to give mine a thorough cleaning after a drink spilled and dried... wondering how to keep it in good shape. Thanks for the great post!
Thanks for watching! Oil such as Tuff Glide oil will help it resist rust.
Thank you so much! Just what I needed to know.
picked one of these up from HD. First multi tool. . . is it supposed to be this stiff to open? Does it loosen over time?
jknepp23 yeah it will be stiff but it should loosen up unless u get dirt or something in it and dont clean it
My former boss got me one of those for Christmas and I love it I use it all the time
but good review Pinoy Bro u always explain well men
how much
i dont like the shape of flaring out
I like that multi tool! Great video!
I have this. It’s literally my baby. I am very protective over it and no one is allowed to touch it
LOL, awesome. They have actually come out with a newer version, I have not reviewed the new version yet, but I have one!
WeAllJuggleKnives I’ll ask my dad if he can get me the new one
great review brother as usual not to bad for the price for sure
Thank you, bro!
Good video my friend. The only problem I see with the Gerber suspension is the saw. It's too damn thick and dull it will bind up and clog up on ya easy. The saw should have been thinner so it could go into wood easier and won't clog up on ya as much. But besides that it's really not that bad. It's very affordable and easy to use. Good video my friend. Keep up the good work 😀😀!!
Hey, bro, you are back. I was wondering if you joined the army or something, or sometimes viewers get married and disappear, glad you're still in the community!
@@WeAllJuggleKnives - Sorry my friend but I was out of commission for a bit I had to get a new phone. Lol. Love the video dude. Have you checked out the new Leatherman Bond? It's a mix between the Leatherman Rebar and PST. Leatherman is also coming out with a Leatherman Curl. It's a Wave without replaceable wire cutters and the inside tools don't lock. Throwback to the first generation Wave I guess. I think they are doing this for the European customers. You know how Europe is with their weird knife laws. Lol. I also purchased the Gerber suspension nxt it's not that good as I thought it would be but for light duty task it should be ok. I am interested in the Gerber Truss I watched your video on it and I am pretty impressed with it can't wait to get one. Anyway brother good video and keep up the good work 😀!!
Yeah, I have been watching videos on the Bond. I have not gotten one yet, but I want to get one, just for the completeness of the collection, even though I still have my old PST.
@@WeAllJuggleKnives - Hey my friend. I seen some reviews on the Leatherman Bond and from what I have seen it has a few issues the knife issue is a little unsafe. The knife cutout is to big and the knife should be tighter ya can definitely cut yourself like that. It has two holes for the pocket clip but you have to buy that separate. I love Leatherman I have over 70 Leatherman multi tools and other companies but why not just include the pocket clip. Just seems like they are just trying to make a extra dollar 🤔🤔!!
I am a fan of what I call the "Golden Age" of Leatherman - Rebar, Wave, Charge, ST300, Surge, Sidekick, Juices, and Skeletool. But it seems we have entered a new age, The Age of Sorrows and Dust! LOL. I noticed the Squirt was like $40 on Amazon now. It used to be $18 when I got my last one.
looks like pretty good copy of Ganzo 301 ....
gerber does not have a good quality products :-/
plier us my favorite on this model
Great ergonomic design.
i will JUGGLE this multitool
this was a JOKE
LOL I know, just don't juggle it with the blade open. Also, follow your dreams :D
Great multitool.
Definitely a classic and one of the best for this price.
I had one of these used the pliers to bend something and it sheared of one of the sides of the jaws. cheapo.
Skulliez Mckrackin what were you bending?
Viper Sharp to be honest. it was a pretty stout screw in hook, tried to bend it over into an eyelet.
Skulliez Mckrackin probably more than could be handled by such a tool.
I like mine.
How many tools?
Compared to the price of Leathermans, it's a good deal.
That is true, especially since Leatherman prices have crept up and up over the years.
WeAllJuggleKnives Yes, I agree. My dad is an avid Leatherman fan, but even he says a Gerber is arguably as good for nearly half, or a third of the price.
lol yes they are everywhere, even one in my truck
They tend to multiply when we are not looking :]
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i got one of these and its been brilliant
Excellent, this is a good tool for the price.
WeAllJuggleKnives i also have the vise but its really hard to get the bits to open up
This is a Ganzo with the Gerber name
Pretty much
Thanks
love multitool mondays!
Thanks for watching!
I bought one of thes fiften minuts ago
And in that time, it has never failed you! :D
Youre very right
I have it next to me
Excellent review!
Thanks, bro!
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You have the speed of a striking cobra!
OMG this is the first time a big youtuber responds to one of my comments!
MUSIC MADNESS HOW!!!!
I got it at Princess Auto for $20
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They should have got rid of the saw and give you a file.
I got this at Home Depot for $29.98
What is the tool next to the scissors used for? Its been bugging me for a while. Its the thing that is pretty much just a circle/hole
That's a ring so you can attach a lanyard or keychain