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Karibou 29-08-2011 14:22

Re: Multitool: redone
 
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Originally Posted by Aerosound (Post 1075147)
Well actually, since robotics takes place afterschool, and the fact that we work in an autoshop, the knife rule does not totally apply. A bunch of my friends on the team have multitools and use it during robotics.

If you have no need to worry about rules, then get the one with the knife. It's useful, since the scissors aren't always the greatest.

That being said, remember not to bring the tool to school during school hours :P

J.Warsoff 29-08-2011 14:47

Re: Multitool: redone
 
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Originally Posted by Karibou (Post 1075170)
If you have no need to worry about rules, then get the one with the knife. It's useful, since the scissors aren't always the greatest.

That being said, remember not to bring the tool to school during school hours :P

gotcha. Im still deciding whether i should go with the fuse or the blast. i geuss it will be also which one my folks let me get (my mom is a stereotypical worrywart. she gets scared if i pick up a screwdriver :P. thank god my dad is a handyman)

GCentola 29-08-2011 15:27

Re: Multitool: redone
 
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Originally Posted by Aerosound (Post 1075173)
gotcha. Im still deciding whether i should go with the fuse or the blast.)

Not only did this thread get me thinking on buying my own, I'm also down to the fuse or blast. I think I might go with the blast, because it isn't much more expensive, at least on Amazon. The fuse is 33 and the blast is 36, and both are eligible for free shipping :D

J.Warsoff 29-08-2011 16:26

Re: Multitool: redone
 
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Originally Posted by GCentola (Post 1075181)
Not only did this thread get me thinking on buying my own, I'm also down to the fuse or blast. I think I might go with the blast, because it isn't much more expensive, at least on Amazon. The fuse is 33 and the blast is 36, and both are eligible for free shipping :D

yea. the versions im looking at are a little more, cause i might go with the black oxide version with the cap crimpers. only about 10 dollars more

GCentola 29-08-2011 16:29

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I dont do much electrical work, so the cap crimpers would be unnecessary to me. As for the black oxide, it does look very nice! I have heard some stories where the black oxide coating rubs off and turns your hands black though. From searching around, it looks like Amazon has the cheapest prices. I also found this video, if it helps (and you haven't already seen it http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6IfJyIomyA)

Karibou 29-08-2011 20:01

Re: Multitool: redone
 
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Originally Posted by GCentola (Post 1075181)
Not only did this thread get me thinking on buying my own, I'm also down to the fuse or blast. I think I might go with the blast, because it isn't much more expensive, at least on Amazon. The fuse is 33 and the blast is 36, and both are eligible for free shipping :D

For the extra 3 dollars, you basically get the file (which I've only used a few times: the handle makes it awkward unless you're desperate), the tiny screwdriver (SO USEFUL), and the saw (never used). I'm slightly biased, but 3 tools for 3 dollars seems like a good deal :P

GCentola 29-08-2011 20:11

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Originally Posted by Karibou (Post 1075230)
I'm slightly biased, but 3 tools for 3 dollars seems like a good deal :P

Those were my thoughts exactly! I'm not sure about the saw or file, but its the tiny screwdriver that is winning me over. There are so many times that that would be useful.

JamesCH95 31-08-2011 08:35

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Get this Swiss Tool. Probably can be found for cheaper elsewhere. I know its more expensive, but its worth every penny.

Reasons:

-All tools are accessible from the outside. Seems trivial, but makes life WAY easier and way faster in the pit when 30s matters.
-100% stainless steel, won't ever rust, corrode, or bind up.
-Has two wire-stripping elements and work very well. I've done up to 4awg with it.
-The back of the pliers is notched to crimp wires, and it also works very well. Be sure to make the pirate noise when crimping because no multi-tool can beat a real wire crimper.
-Has a wood saw, that works well, I've built a bed frame with mine.
-It has a metal saw that works well as well as a fine and coarse file. Great for filing down those sharp edges and zip-tie tails and cutting off long bolts at inspection.
-A somewhat real Phillips screw driver tip that works perfectly for Victors and Jags.
-Incredibly solid locking mechanism makes it very safe to use, and is the easiest safety to release that I've ever used.

I have had mine for over 10 years, including the original leather case. It has built 6 robots (4 as a student and 2 as a coach) and 3 FSAE cars when I was in college. It has been a loyal pit tool for all of these machines. Before I had it, it was my Dad's. He used it on arctic and antarctic field expeditions. It has been frozen, doused in salt water, dropped, repeatedly hit with a hammer (yes, I've used the chisel tool, more that once), been used as a hammer, covered in sand, dirt, metal shavings, heated up (rubber band around handle = instant soldering stand or welding jig), thoroughly used and completely abused. Other students and coaches on my team love using it. The knife blades are still sharp. All of the joints are still snug, they haven't gotten loose and sloppy like so many Leathermans have.

Put simply: I've owned 4 leathermans, a SOG, and a number of other multi-tools and this is the one that I still have.

J.Warsoff 31-08-2011 12:39

Re: Multitool: redone
 
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Originally Posted by JamesCH95 (Post 1075455)
Get this Swiss Tool. Probably can be found for cheaper elsewhere. I know its more expensive, but its worth every penny.

Reasons:

-All tools are accessible from the outside. Seems trivial, but makes life WAY easier and way faster in the pit when 30s matters.
-100% stainless steel, won't ever rust, corrode, or bind up.
-Has two wire-stripping elements and work very well. I've done up to 4awg with it.
-The back of the pliers is notched to crimp wires, and it also works very well. Be sure to make the pirate noise when crimping because no multi-tool can beat a real wire crimper.
-Has a wood saw, that works well, I've built a bed frame with mine.
-It has a metal saw that works well as well as a fine and coarse file. Great for filing down those sharp edges and zip-tie tails and cutting off long bolts at inspection.
-A somewhat real Phillips screw driver tip that works perfectly for Victors and Jags.
-Incredibly solid locking mechanism makes it very safe to use, and is the easiest safety to release that I've ever used.

I have had mine for over 10 years, including the original leather case. It has built 6 robots (4 as a student and 2 as a coach) and 3 FSAE cars when I was in college. It has been a loyal pit tool for all of these machines. Before I had it, it was my Dad's. He used it on arctic and antarctic field expeditions. It has been frozen, doused in salt water, dropped, repeatedly hit with a hammer (yes, I've used the chisel tool, more that once), been used as a hammer, covered in sand, dirt, metal shavings, heated up (rubber band around handle = instant soldering stand or welding jig), thoroughly used and completely abused. Other students and coaches on my team love using it. The knife blades are still sharp. All of the joints are still snug, they haven't gotten loose and sloppy like so many Leathermans have.

Put simply: I've owned 4 leathermans, a SOG, and a number of other multi-tools and this is the one that I still have.

That is really nice, and I will definitely keep it in mind. The only problem is, it's over my strict 50 dollar price range. I can try to convince my folks though.

JamesCH95 31-08-2011 13:31

Re: Multitool: redone
 
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Originally Posted by Aerosound (Post 1075480)
That is really nice, and I will definitely keep it in mind. The only problem is, it's over my strict 50 dollar price range. I can try to convince my folks though.

This is one of those tools where you'll really hate getting a cheaper one, i.e. penny wise, pound foolish. It will be with you for 20+ years. Good luck with the parents ;)

Andy Baker 31-08-2011 13:58

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Originally Posted by JamesCH95 (Post 1075455)
Get this Swiss Tool. Probably can be found for cheaper elsewhere. I know its more expensive, but its worth every penny.

That's the same one I have, and I agree with all of the points James mentions. I paid about $90 for it, at a knife shop last summer in Santa Fe, NM.

Andy B.

Joe Ross 31-08-2011 14:39

Re: Multitool: redone
 
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Originally Posted by JamesCH95 (Post 1075483)
This is one of those tools where you'll really hate getting a cheaper one, i.e. penny wise, pound foolish. It will be with you for 20+ years. Good luck with the parents ;)

Another apropos saying would be "Don't look a gift horse in the mouth". I don't think there's a problem with a high school student getting a slightly cheaper, but still good quality tool at this point in his life, especially considering its a gift. In a few years, he'll have several years experience with a multitool and will be better able to decide what he really needs, and can make the best decision then. Hopefully, he'll also have a well paying job.

J.Warsoff 31-08-2011 14:41

Re: Multitool: redone
 
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Originally Posted by Joe Ross (Post 1075491)
Hopefully, he'll also have a well paying job.

Yes, hopefully...

GCentola 31-08-2011 14:49

Re: Multitool: redone
 
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Originally Posted by Aerosound (Post 1075492)
Yes, hopefully...

I hear there is this amazing program called FIRST that prepares people for jobs in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, some of which are high paying. :P

DonRotolo 31-08-2011 20:51

Re: Multitool: redone
 
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Originally Posted by Aerosound (Post 1075148)
basically filled with knives and dangerous tools.

Yeah, like our teammates :p

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Originally Posted by GCentola (Post 1075493)
I hear there is this amazing program called FIRST that prepares people for jobs in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, some of which are high paying. :P

Wow, possibly a HPJIE*? How cool would that be?


*High Paying Job In Electronics.


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