Multi-tools

Multi-tools, sometimes called Gerbers or Leathermens, are an awsome tool. You should own one of theses; if you don't I suggest you go and spend 30-50 dollars and buy a nice one. Avoid the cheapy seven dollar Wal-mart hunks of junk. But back to the point. Multi-tools are extreamly useful. I carry one every day; especially at work. You just never know when you might need a pair of plyers, a screwdriver, knive, can opener, file, saw or anything else they throw in to a modern multi-tool. It is condensed tool box your can wear on your hip.

True story, a couple of years ago I was up in Canada on a fishing trip, when the shear pin broke on our out board. Well we were a good distance from our dock but had a coupole of oars. If you have ever rowed a sporting boat you know that this would have been quite the task. Not to mention that the wind was creating waves that were pushing us back. Anyways, on our boat we found an old rusty nail. This nail happended to be the same width as the shear pin but a little too long. I pulled out my multi-tool and we used the metal file on it to bring the nail down to size. This make shift shear pin lasted us for about five minutes or so before it too broke. We did get hooked up and towed by another fisherman to shore. Had I of not had my multi-tool it could have been much worse of a day.

Another big reason I carry them is for fishing purposes. I can use it to cut my line or bait. The plyers also come in handy when I get a gut hook or stuborn setting that I can not get with my fingers. If I have any reel problems, I can use the screwdriver to break down my reel. And on occasions when you hook your self or an article of clothing you can use the wire cutter on the hook itself.

Multi-tools are very valuble when you need them your glad you have it , if you forget it you will kick yourself for it. They are not expensive unless you just want to spend a lot on them. Save up and buy one if you don't already have one. I will post and amazon link below to the model I have and trust. What multi-tool do you use? Do you dislike them or love them? Let me know your opinions on the subject or stories about that one time you were so glad to have it on your belt.