Gerber Gear Truss 17-in-1 EDC Needle Nose Pliers Multi tool - includes Pocket Knife, Screwdriver, and Bottle Opener Accessories - Gifts for Men, Fishing and Camping Gear - Gray with Standard Sheath

Alright here's what you need to know. I collect these multi tools for fun, and perhaps a little pride. The Gerber truss is probably one of the best for the money that I've seen in a long time, that is if you can get a good one, it's a roll of the dice and it's across the board for all models and makes. The first one right out of the box, was perfect in every way and a delight, so I bought another one and it was a joke, the pliers misaligned, one handle sloppy the other one too firm and a number of tools collided, the Phillips screwdriver doesn't fit the screws, the file not very sharp and the locking mechanism didn't work very well on on one side, it's too loose. About the only thing worth having was the Awl. Obviously it's a return.So what are you getting with the Gerber Truss, if you get lucky and get a good one. It's for medium-duty don't push it too hard or it'll probably get bent out of shape. What I can tell you is the tool combination is one of the best, and you couldn't get me to part with my first one for anything.In conclusion my advice would be if you want it to last, it should be for display purposes only. That way it'll last you a long time, but you may have to dust it off occasionally. Like I say I collect these things, and they are for display only.Sorry if I burst your bubble. I'm not saying not to buy it, it's worth the risk. But if you get a good one, don't try it again.Update;I've had my Gerber trust for a while now, and it's needed a few adjustments as it gets broke in a little bit. So it might be worth your time to buy a good number 9 star bit. It really is for display purposes. The metal frame is made of a very hard lightly brittle spring metal plus it's quite thin, so if it gets sprung will affect every tool in the unit. Just flexing the tool will cause collisions with a number of tools. There is only one narrow bridge that connects the two pieces as one in the handle, and at the other end is a plastic cap. You probably want it loose because if you tighten it, it affects the tension on the tools and can cause collisions. Therefore it's a balancing act between the bearings and the plastic caps.Conclusion, I was very careful with mine, as I'm a mechanic. It's great to show Friends and use as a conversation piece. In that way the Gerber truss has a lot going for it. But I can assure you, if you TRY to use it AS A TOOL, EVEN ONCE IT WILL GET BENT OUT OF SHAPE, and you probably won't like what you see. So enjoy it as a novelty piece.

Very nice and very rugged. It is great but the problem I have is everything is so tight even my kids cannot close them (scissors especially) once open even with opening other ones to try to loosen it. It would be really bad if it was too loose so these are awesome and not upset with the tightness because I will figure out how to fix them.

Really the perfect multi-tool from Gerber. I like the black gloss finish and the design really leaves nothing needed. Ive used this on multiple camping and fishing trips and it stays in my truck in my med kit. Easy to use and easy open/close. Not too heavy and can be easily carried in a front pocket or on your belt!

The Gerber Truss does fine for what I need it to do. It comes with a lot of tools and two knives. The awl's edge is pretty sharp and works well as a package opener. The phillips screwdriver has a surprisingly long reach for a multitool. The outermost tools have fingernail holes to assist in opening and with a little practice you can open them one-handed. The sheath is crap. It feels flimsy and I am not a fan of velcro closures. The snap-closure mag pouch I bought for my old multitool (an mp400) on my duty belt is just too small for this guy, so I had to buy a new one. I am a little concerned that the thicker spring-assisted plier handles might be an issue with some of the very tight confines I have needed pliers in. The plier's jaws don't open as wide either. If I had a least favorite tool from this set its definitely the wire stripper.Overall, for the price, I think this is a perfectly fine entry-level multitool. The lower price point means you can more easily replace it if it breaks, gets lost, or is stolen, and I have had all three happen with various gear at my job. If I had to pick between replacing a $60 workhorse that is good enough and I can beat the bejesus out of and not feel bad or a top-tier $180 EDC queen I'll cry over for scratching, I'll pick the workhorse every single day.

Pros:-More tools than Suspension but half oz lighter (honestly why is this not named Suspension Nxt?)-Small enough to carry closed, large enough to feel full in hand when open-Steel seems sturdy enough-All tools lock-All tools accessible from closed position-Pliers are spring loaded-Wire cutters are better than leatherman's (non-replaceable) wire cutters-Plain blade + Saw + Serrated blade = Trifecta-All tools have smooth openings out of box-Nice warranty-Price! (Price of lowest tier Leatherman but with features of their $100+ multitools)-BTW, KnifeHQ has the Truss for $9 cheaper than Amazon =)Cons:-Steel is probably only satin finished 420(budget stainless steel, but good enough)-Feels like it'll last 5 years(but not much longer. Leathermans feel like I could pass them down to the next generation)-Even in fully locked position, tools had some play-Blades are on the smaller side-Somewhat blocky design(had no problem with it, but I know some ppl won't like it)Overview:Excellent tool for less than $50. Build quality will last a couple years with moderate use. But for $46, you can use and abuse this thing all day and not feel guilty. Seriously. You can buy three of these, break one every three years over a 10 year period for the same price as one Leatherman Charge. I would pick my Leatherman Surge in a life or death situation, but I will be carrying the Gerber Truss on all my camping trips. It has all the necessary tools, good enough steel, light enough, and cheap enough that I can actually use this to its breaking point. Leatherman's can definitely take more punishment, but need to be oiled and cared for. Honestly, probably not gonna clean this Truss even once cuz I can always buy a new one relatively guilt free.The Gerber Truss is the Honda Civic of the multitool world. Cheap, reliable, and easily maintained.