Tuesday 20 April 2010

Gerber Multi-Plier 800 Legend and Gerber Knives

Gerber Multi-Plier 800 Legend

Overview

The Gerber Multi-Plier 800 Legend is one of the most convenient and advanced multi-tools that you can find on the market. Gerber invested heavily into the advanced technologies into this tool in order to make it small, lightweight, but yet useful and durable. The tool offers one handed opening of the knife blade. You can also access all of the blades without having to open the tool. The knife blades are standard for a tool of this caliber and prices range. There are several screwdrivers on this tool including the standard flat head and phillips head screwdriver. The selection of blades is adequate but this tool does not include a full serrated edge blade. The fine edge blade might be a little too fine. It also includes a saw edge that is useful for small jobs and serves it's purpose on the tool for it's utility and convenience. The tool does not offer a ruler, which is common among other multi-tools, but we can overlook that feature even though fi nd it extremely useful at times. The jaws on the pliers have ample room to open, however there have been some complaints about the jaws not opening wide enough. There has to be some sacrifice in order to make such a compact and convenient tool.

The handle on the Gerber Multi-Tool 800 Legend is a masterpiece. It is made of stellar stainless steel and contoured aluminum. The handle also has tactile rubber inserts that insure your steady grip. These are the primary elements of what is generally considered to be the ultimate expression of the Gerber Multi-Tool. Being versatile wasn't enough for the guys who designed these tools. They worked hard to deliver a level of ergonomics and comfort that is rarely, if ever, seen. The pliers are spring-loaded, as you'd expect. The ballistic nylon sheath is included, which is no surprise. However the tungsten carbide wire cutting blades are replaceable, which you might not expect.

Features

  • Contoured aluminum handles with rubber inserts for grip
  • Tungsten carbide wire cutters
  • Patented Saf.T.Plus
  • Includes Lifetime Limited Warranty

Specifications

  • Overall Length: 6.57"
  • Closed Length: 4.29"
  • Weight: 9.8 oz.
  • Handle Material Aluminum with Rubber Inserts
  • Sheath Material: Ballistic nylon
  • Components: Needlenose pliers with indexible, replaceable carbide cutters, fine edge knife, Fiskars® scissors, cross point screwdriver, small, medium and large flat blade screwdrivers, bottle opener and file.
  • Pliers Type: Needlenose
  • Handle Color: Champagne

Conclusion

The Gerber Multi-Pliers 800 Legend is an advanced tool with many different features. It boats several knife blades, multiple screwdrivers, a saw and many other tools. It provides one handed opening and a sturdy pair of pliers to go along with that. The metals are all stainless steel and are high quality to ensure that there is no rust and/or wear while rubbing against other metals. The handle also boats an ergonomic design as well as rubber inserts that allow you to have a secure confident grip on your tool. The Legend 800 is like no other multi-tool on the market. Gerber has made superb advancements in the multi-tool that separate it from the other other tools. Is this the best multi-tool money can buy. Yes! Well, at least we think so.

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