I talked to the guys at SOG there are going to be two new multitools and a improvement of the powerlock called the powerlock 2.0. There is a sneak peek of one of the new tools on their website under the blog.
Hmmm......I see outside opening blades.....and the plastic is only on one handle........maybe the plastic is the cover for a driver bit compartment, like a Wenger MiniGrip has?
...Check out those "Piano-Locks" blade releases. At first glance, they remind me of SwissTool individual backsprings. But these from SOG are individual lock releases, not backsprings. What do you guys think?
I don't understand the motivation for individual locks. Is the intention so you can lock 2 or more tools open simultaneously?Wonder if the increased complexity allows dust/dirt to collect in between the individual locks.
Is there a list of tools available yet? It looks like an entire handle was wiped out for that speed assist knife...
The gears never got in my way; I like them the way they are. Easy to clean IMO...maybe the gear covers are removeable?