Gerber Gear Suspension-NXT EDC Multitool 15-in-1 Pocket Knife, Needle Nose Pliers and Wire Stripper for Camping and Survival, Black

I own a few Leatherman multi's and Gerbers too. Each has their purpose. I like this one in particular as my EDC for when I need a little of everything but not heavily. When I need someone more like a heavy workhorse, then I grab my Leatherman supertool 300. Many will claim this Gerber Suspension NXT is not solid. It is. It is just not meant for torquing down on the pliers with a death grip like you can with a Leatherman. But it will certainly do its job for daily obstacles in life. The Scissors are awesome. The file is short but more affective than many comparable multitools in this pricepoint. The awl is more wide but still useful and strong. Blister packs are a breeze to open with this EDC. The pliers are great for standard use of assembly or disassembly of hardware. The Philips driver is very handy. The fact that everything locks is a huge plus. The ruler is short but still very useful if you are crafty in making it work for longer measurements. The can't complain about the weight. It's ideal for an EDC but the compromise in weight is why it is not as stout as a high end leatherman. It's nothing to due with quality but all to do with staying in a pricepoint for a more lighter everyday useful multitool.If this set let's you down, then you are a candidate for a heavy duty, more expensive, multitool. Oterhwise, the Suspension NXT is a clear winner in my pocket and respective wallet.

Impressed with the Gerber Gear Suspension-NXT 15-in-1 EDC Multi-tool! I've had my fair share of multi-tools, but this one stands out from the rest. The build quality is exceptional, with a rugged, ergonomic design that feels solid in the hand. The stainless steel construction is durable and resistant to corrosion, ensuring that this tool will withstand the rigors of regular use. The 15 functions are thoughtfully designed and well-implemented, including pliers, wire cutters, scissors, knife, saw, and more. The pocket knife is particularly useful, with a sharp, sturdy blade that's perfect for everyday tasks. The tool's suspension system allows for smooth deployment of each function, making it a joy to use.

I had a Craftsman brand multi-tool knife that I loved, but it was time for an upgrade. Leatherman tools are a bit out of my price range, so I went with this Gerber version. Obviously, it's not super-high-end, but it more than gets the job done. It has all the tools I need, plus a few new ones I didn't have previously. It's relatively lightweight, ergonomic, and seemingly well made. The locking mechanism is a nice touch that not every multi-tool includes. Overall, I have no complaints. I'm confident that it'll last a long time under normal use. Zero complaints.

There's not a lot of bells and whistles on the Gerber Suspension-NXT and that's a good thing. I feel like a lot of multi-tools have strayed too far from their "general purpose" original design. Now you can get multi-tools with almost every accessory imaginable on it. They'll probably start making them with power tools installed, if they haven't already. And as such the price goes up, especially when a company decides to make a boutique multi-tool with 30+ accessories including hand forged knives, unobtainium springs, hydraulic rescue tools, lensatic compass, google translator, etc. None of this is what a multi-tool was designed to be used for. If you need a specialty tool, go use that tool. Don't try to cram it into a multi-tool that wasn't designed for such things.The Gerber Suspension has the bare-bones tools you may find yourself needing on the fly and nothing more. Pliers, Phillips and flat head screwdriver, a partially serrated knife, small pry bar/nail remover w/ measurements on the one side and a filing surface on the other, scissors, bottle opener (and let's be honest here, for a majority of people this will be the most used tool) and a couple other tools built into each foldable arm (of which there are 7 total... 4 on one side, 3 on the other). It has a belt/pocket clip and is the right size for EDC in your pocket. If you need a more permanent carry solution, you can find kydex holsters from multiple sources.A multi-tool has always been a designed for quick fixes of the multitude of daily items that get stuck/come loose/too tiny for fingers/need to be opened/etc **AND/OR** "let me tweak something real quick until I can come back with a proper tool". The Geber Suspension fits this role perfectly. If you find yourself wanting to buy a 200 dollar multi-tool, pause and ask yourself why. If the answer is to fix something specific, then you need a specific tool. If the answer is, as it should be, to use it for general handy work and small fixes on the go, then why spend that much money?Some problems specific to this multi-tool (or at least the one I got). The first one I noticed is that the spring in the pliers feels gritty and a bit weak. It still bounces the pliers open, which is great and you need pliers to close, not spring open, but it felt lackluster. Two, when closed there's some wiggle in the two halves. Like, when it's closed and you hold one side and then other, you can wiggle them slightly up and down. This goes away the moment it's opened. While these two issues are very minor, it doesn't give me unshakable confidence in it's durability over time. It's still built rock-solid but maybe some of the tiny screws aren't tight enough (hey, something you'd need a multi-tool to fix!). But for 40 bucks, I'll just buy a new one if this falls apart eventually, which doesn't feel like any time soon. The arms are also super tight at first but a little oil and opening and closing them will fix that. Still better than being too loose.Don't buy bougie multi-tools. Get this one instead.

The black Gerber multitool has been reliable and versatile for my stage hand job, I'm pleased that it includes a preinstalled pocket clip, unlike other multitools I've used that require you to spend extra for a clip. Each tool is well oiled and functions smoothly, with no stiffness, making it easy to switch between tools, I particularly appreciate the locking mechanisms as they provide extra safety during use, preventing any accidental closures.