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Need to change my carry method
on: June 17, 2016, 12:09:54 PM
I noticed last night while getting changed after work that my surge has worn a hole where I carry it with the pocket clip. All the clipping on and off has proved to much for the material  >:( .

I really like the pocket clip carry, but may have to look for a belt carry that is easily unclipped when I need to remove it as I wouldn't want it on my belt in the office environment all the time, and with my new job I spend 80% of my time in the office.

I love my surge, it's my go to tool. If all else fails I might have to pocket carry a wave or charge and leave the surge for when I leave the office. I think before then I'll try a bit of black tape or something to protect the area where I clip it on.
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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #1 on: June 17, 2016, 12:35:55 PM
Depending on the material of your pants, the lighter tools may not improve the situation. I've had lightweight folding knives tear up my jeans pockets. It really depends on the material of the scales, clip tightness, material of the pants (and how thick the pocket lip is) as well as how often the tool is inserted and removed.

If you're looking for a clippable sheath, Skinth has one that would fit your Surge. Then you can clip it on when away from your desk and unclip it when stuck in your chair.

Good luck and let us know what you settle on. :tu:


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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #2 on: June 17, 2016, 12:36:38 PM
What about a belt carry sheath that unclips easily?


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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #3 on: June 17, 2016, 12:49:43 PM
Like this.


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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #4 on: June 17, 2016, 01:27:56 PM
Thanks guys, much appreciated  :cheers:

I've just ordered a skinth, I think that will work nicely for me.

Those leather ones look good to, where did you get them from Gohard? I figure sheaths are like multitools, you can never have too many.


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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #5 on: June 17, 2016, 01:39:37 PM
Kevin I make them.


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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #6 on: June 17, 2016, 03:07:40 PM
That is an awesome looking sheath Gohard :o :cheers:


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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #7 on: June 17, 2016, 03:08:14 PM
Let us know how you like the Skinth Davey :tu:


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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #8 on: June 17, 2016, 03:09:03 PM
That is an awesome looking sheath Gohard :o :cheers:
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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #9 on: June 17, 2016, 03:20:24 PM
Do you sell the leather sheaths at all?


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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #10 on: June 17, 2016, 03:42:14 PM
Do you sell the leather sheaths at all?
Yes.


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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #11 on: June 17, 2016, 03:55:48 PM
Kevin, here's a few samples of my sheaths I make.

Enjoy
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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #12 on: June 17, 2016, 03:57:55 PM
Gohard, you have pm


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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #13 on: June 17, 2016, 04:03:09 PM
Got that.


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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #14 on: June 17, 2016, 04:38:09 PM
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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #15 on: June 17, 2016, 04:41:13 PM
My folders tear up ALL my pockets. One thing I fond that works well is those iron on jean patches. I used one to "patch" the torn pocket and its been great since. No wear or tear and it is holding strong.

You will notice it unless the color match is perfect, but I personally do not mind. You may if it is a office setting.
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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #16 on: June 17, 2016, 07:50:59 PM
My wife usually throws my pants out after I start patching the patches :D


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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #17 on: June 17, 2016, 07:52:04 PM
I be all like "Woman I can't have my pants thrown away ??? That money is for MTs :doh: "

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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #18 on: June 17, 2016, 08:03:34 PM
My folders tear up ALL my pockets. One thing I fond that works well is those iron on jean patches. I used one to "patch" the torn pocket and its been great since. No wear or tear and it is holding strong.

You will notice it unless the color match is perfect, but I personally do not mind. You may if it is a office setting.

Need to try patching up some of my older jeans.

Thanks for the tip. :tu:


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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #19 on: June 17, 2016, 08:04:03 PM
I be all like "Woman I can't have my pants thrown away ??? That money is for MTs :doh: "

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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #20 on: June 17, 2016, 09:04:18 PM
My folders tear up ALL my pockets. One thing I fond that works well is those iron on jean patches. I used one to "patch" the torn pocket and its been great since. No wear or tear and it is holding strong.

You will notice it unless the color match is perfect, but I personally do not mind. You may if it is a office setting.

Need to try patching up some of my older jeans.

Thanks for the tip. :tu:

No problem. I cut off all the stray strings and fold the patch around the lip of the pocket. Then iron.  :tu:
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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #21 on: June 18, 2016, 01:10:16 PM
Do you sell the leather sheaths at all?
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Kevin, here's a few samples of my sheaths I make.

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Gohard, you have pm

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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #22 on: June 18, 2016, 01:36:54 PM
Got that


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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #23 on: June 18, 2016, 01:55:51 PM
Another option - which perhaps I talk about too much - are 5.11 Tac-lite Pro pants.  Maybe you can't wear them to every workplace, but they have a vertical pocket just below the left front pocket, which is a great place to stash an MT.  Even a large MT like an ST300 can be carried with relative ease.  I generally prefer a nylon belt holster, but there are many good options from  5.11 pants to Skinths to custom leather sheaths.  And after a day or two, your brain gets tired of thinking about your new carry option, and it forgets that it is there.


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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #24 on: June 18, 2016, 04:00:40 PM
For the office environment I'm going for one I can easily clip on and off my belt. I've ordered 3 different ones so I can swap and change from time to time as the mood takes me.
For on plant I'll stick to my belt loop sheath that's always on my coverall trousers belt. It's just the leatherman nylon one and has been good so far.

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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #25 on: June 19, 2016, 01:39:55 AM
Another option - which perhaps I talk about too much - are 5.11 Tac-lite Pro pants.  Maybe you can't wear them to every workplace, but they have a vertical pocket just below the left front pocket, which is a great place to stash an MT.  Even a large MT like an ST300 can be carried with relative ease.  I generally prefer a nylon belt holster, but there are many good options from  5.11 pants to Skinths to custom leather sheaths.  And after a day or two, your brain gets tired of thinking about your new carry option, and it forgets that it is there.

Another vote for the 5.11 Tac-lite Pro's. These are my summer pants and they work great.


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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #26 on: June 19, 2016, 02:57:33 PM
Sounds like I need to prioritise new pants as well :) Normal pants has too weak pockets for large mt carry.


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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #27 on: July 04, 2016, 01:29:02 PM
I changed my carry method. I now have a rather nice belt clip leather sheath, hand made by Gohard.  I've attached a few pics of it below. I'll do a full write up of it in the sheaths and carry methods sub forum.

Thanks Gohard, an excellent piece of craftsmanship  :tu: :hatsoff:
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Re: Need to change my carry method
Reply #28 on: July 04, 2016, 11:03:02 PM
I changed my carry method. I now have a rather nice belt clip leather sheath, hand made by Gohard.  I've attached a few pics of it below. I'll do a full write up of it in the sheaths and carry methods sub forum.

Thanks Gohard, an excellent piece of craftsmanship  :tu: :hatsoff:

nice one you got there!  :tu:

But just try the 5.11, another big fan of those here (bad oic, but the only one...)

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