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Leatherman
I was just curious of those who visit site use one or an equivalent. I have gone thru 2 originals, 2 Kicks, original no longer available. Now i am on my second Wave. I just broke my blade when i was trying to pry a cover off of an electronic lock on a safe. So i will be sending that one back to Leatherman to repair. I like a narrow needle nose pliers. If i don't have it on my belt, i feel like i forgot something. Anyway i was curious if anyone of you use one? Bruce
New to Sue and I
2021, LTD, Asphalt Gray, 22,000 miles
Gone but not forgotten
RTS 2011 SM5, 95,000 miles
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I do....
I have always carried a multitool with me and currently am on my third Shrade "Tough" . Found it to be the best for me but do have a Leatherman kinda like a dressy one small and cute. It is an extension of ones arm for those that work with their hand and especially mechanical...
Gene and Ilana De Laney
Mt. Helix, California
2012 RS sm5
2012 RS sm5 , 998cc V-Twin 106hp DIY brake and park brake Classic Black
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I have a Leatherman that I keep in the Jeep that has scissors for opening my slim Jim’s, when the gf is not around. I have a Gerber that I sometimes carry with me when we travel, which has 10 tips for the screwdriver; never know when you’ll need to tighten a screw. Neither one has a pry bar.
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Ozzie Ozzie Ozzie
Never liked the Leatherman, but I've carried & used the same Victorinox SwissTool for more than 35 years now (a present from my Wife for one of our Anniversaries); only recently adding a Gerber Suspension multi-tool to my belt (due to increasing loss of joint strength & dexterity in my hands). The SwissTool has aided in all sorts of things, ranging from heavy mechanical repairs thru to remote locality emergency dental work & even emergency surgery (the Surgeon who did the 'real work' 3 days after my 'emergency repairs' was very impressed & now has a SwissTool in his theatre kit!) but nowdays I'm finding the spring loaded pliers of the Gerber helps to make up for its slightly 'less robust precision' & the outright durabilty of the SwissTool. The only thing that's ever needed replacing on the SwissTool has been the little spring on the scissors - once; while the Gerber has needed a few replacement parts that, if I'm brutally honest, may well have been largely due to me being just a little heavy handed & maybe a tad spoilt by how tough the SwissTool has been!!
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2013 RT Ltd Pearl White
Ryde More, Worry Less!
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I'll second the Swiss tool. Mine has been through 20+ years of abuse and still looks and works like new
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Hi safecracker,
Re: Leatherman
They are a local company & about 25 yrs ago I met Mr. Leatherman thru work. I consider him a true American success story; even though I also consider him a very strange dude.
Jerry Baumchen
PS) Why would someone who uses the name 'safecracker' need a Leatherman tool? Hmmmmmm
'I'll never forget what's her name.'
'Things are more like they are now than they ever have been before.' Dwight Eisenhower
2008 GS SE-5
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I think one of my favorites is a SOG, now I have to check.
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Been carrying a Skeletool for many years, before that their multi-tool. When they first came out I surprised my wife with a small diamond and ruby bracelet for her birthday, she looked at it and said I'd rather have a Leatherman tool.
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I have three and have never broken one. Big fan.
2012 RT A&C SE5
2015 Victory Cross Country (Dyno tuned 118hp 116tq)
2006 Triumph Rocket Dyno tuned 140hp 154tq)
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I have carried a Gerber for over 20 years, a gift from my oldest son. It has never failed me, but then I have never tried ti use it as a pry bar. I have it opened enough that all I have to do is is flip my wrist and the pliers pop out and I can access all the rest of the functions.
Happy TRAils/NSD
Paul
2012 RT L
AMA 25 years Life Member
TRA
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Rhino Riders Plate #83
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TOI
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I also carry the Victorinox. I purchased it direct at the factory when I was in Switzerland. It has the narrow needle nose pliers, serrated blade, scisors etc. very tough and durable.
Roger
2012 RT Limited
Vertika Floor boards
Painted rear fender & dash
Carbon fiber panels
Utopia back rest
Baker air wings
Elka shocks and relocaters
CB radio
ISO hand grips
Tric LED fender light
Turn signal lights in mirrors
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I'd be lost on the job without my Wave.
I've broken the little eyeglass screw driver and one of the knife blades, with Leatherman being local, I went to the brick and mortar store and got them replaced free on the spot.
I also carry a set of bits in the holder, many jobs I've been on, I haven't had to open my toolbox.
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A leatherman was the first addition to my spyder.
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Do you want to sell it?
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I have carried a Gerber on my side for over 15 years and love them. They also have a great warranty. I called Gerber and talked with them and then sent back mine as I loaned it to someone and they broke one of the jaws off. Gerber replaced mine with a brand new one along with a few holders that I had worn out. Their warranty is great.
Thank you,
Ray B.
These are the states I have driven my Spyder Rt Limited too.
Mudflap -- Walmart
Tricled Headlights and Fog lights -- valueaccessories.comRimsavers -- RimBladesUSA.com
Showchrome Tiregard (TPMS) -- motorcycleid.com
Front and side grilles -- CanAmSpyderAccessories
Passenger arm rest -- Diamond R Accessories
Rear axle caps -- Lamonster
Magic Mirrors -- Lamonster
Yellow and red running and blinker lights on fender --Show Chrome
TRUNK-MOUNTED, DOUBLE FLAG HOLDER -- Rivco
Rear Brake light for trunk -- Custom Dynamics
Bumpskid w/led lights -- Spyderpops
Seat cushion -- Airhawk
Cup holders -- Drink2Go
Ultragard-4-457BK-Black-Cover-Spyder -- Big Bike Parts
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I have the original leatherman as well as a Gerber. Both great tools.
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