Anyone know about this tool?

Chako · **on:** May 31, 2009, 01:35:12 AM

I have had this Carolina tool for a very long time. I don't remember where or when I bought it, but it was quite a few years ago.

I have always wondered if this is a Gerber in disguise made for another, or the mechanism was licensed out. Am I right in assuming that Gerber is the only one with the sliding pliers head mechanism?

Any answers/speculation/whatever would be heartily welcome.

The tools don't lock on the Carolina.

Gerber Flick, Gerber MP400, and Carolina.

J-sews · **Reply #1 on:** May 31, 2009, 01:51:17 AM

The Carolina Knife & Tool line definitely has Gerber roots.

My theory is that about ten years ago, when all the Gerber multitools were still made in USA, they decided to set up some production in China. Rather than start their Chinese affiliate out making "Gerber" branded tools, they marketed them under the CK&T brand. Eventually manufacturing quality improved to the point that there no longer needed to be two seperate brand names. The same Chinese factory now produces Fliks and Freehands, etc.

....keep in mind this is just a theory of mine, based on no facts... $:-\$

DaveK · **Reply #2 on:** May 31, 2009, 02:01:21 AM

Sounds viable though Bob. It looks a bit like the old multiplier to me.

What's the quality of it like Chako? Solid enough?

jzmtl · **Reply #3 on:** May 31, 2009, 02:13:01 AM

Quote from: J-sews on May 31, 2009, 01:51:17 AM

....keep in mind this is just a theory of mine, based on no facts... $:-\$

Caroline tool in Canada is imported by Fiskars, so definatley has ties with gerber. The name brand is alive and well here.

J-sews · **Reply #4 on:** May 31, 2009, 02:18:34 AM

They made a needlenose version too:

cliosguy · **Reply #5 on:** May 31, 2009, 02:19:52 AM

i was staring to wondering where was yours pic Bob

Chako · **Reply #6 on:** May 31, 2009, 02:38:05 AM

Surprisingly solid enough. The pliers have a nice smooth action. Once in its place, very solid. Only major issue with the design...the folding tools don't lock. Probably a sign of its age more than anything.

Looks like yours has a different tool set J-sews.

Ok, I didn't know the connection to Fiskars. That makes perfect sense.

Thank you.

DaveK · **Reply #7 on:** May 31, 2009, 02:41:10 AM

Quote from: jzmtl on May 31, 2009, 02:13:01 AM

Quote from: J-sews on May 31, 2009, 01:51:17 AM

....keep in mind this is just a theory of mine, based on no facts... $:-\$

Caroline tool in Canada is imported by Fiskars, so definatley has ties with gerber. The name brand is alive and well here.

Are these tools easily available then jzmtl? I wants one of these

WH867 · **Reply #8 on:** May 31, 2009, 02:57:26 AM

Quote from: DaveK on May 31, 2009, 02:41:10 AM

Quote from: jzmtl on May 31, 2009, 02:13:01 AM
Quote from: J-sews on May 31, 2009, 01:51:17 AM

....keep in mind this is just a theory of mine, based on no facts... $:-\$

Caroline tool in Canada is imported by Fiskars, so definatley has ties with gerber. The name brand is alive and well here.

Are these tools easily available then jzmtl? I wants one of these

you should have mentioned that yesterday. Before I mailed your package

DaveK · **Reply #9 on:** May 31, 2009, 03:01:11 AM

Quote from: WH867 on May 31, 2009, 02:57:26 AM

Quote from: DaveK on May 31, 2009, 02:41:10 AM
Quote from: jzmtl on May 31, 2009, 02:13:01 AM
Quote from: J-sews on May 31, 2009, 01:51:17 AM

....keep in mind this is just a theory of mine, based on no facts... $:-\$

Caroline tool in Canada is imported by Fiskars, so definatley has ties with gerber. The name brand is alive and well here.

Are these tools easily available then jzmtl? I wants one of these

you should have mentioned that yesterday. Before I mailed your package

Lol. I did ask what else you'd got

WH867 · **Reply #10 on:** May 31, 2009, 03:05:14 AM

Quote from: DaveK on May 31, 2009, 03:01:11 AM

Quote from: WH867 on May 31, 2009, 02:57:26 AM
Quote from: DaveK on May 31, 2009, 02:41:10 AM
Quote from: jzmtl on May 31, 2009, 02:13:01 AM
Quote from: J-sews on May 31, 2009, 01:51:17 AM

....keep in mind this is just a theory of mine, based on no facts... $:-\$

Caroline tool in Canada is imported by Fiskars, so definatley has ties with gerber. The name brand is alive and well here.

Are these tools easily available then jzmtl? I wants one of these

you should have mentioned that yesterday. Before I mailed your package

Lol. I did ask what else you'd got

That you did

. But the carolina tool was in my Generic pile and never thought about it.

DaveK · **Reply #11 on:** May 31, 2009, 03:07:25 AM

Generic pile? You are far to organised Dennis

Poncho65 · **Reply #12 on:** May 31, 2009, 04:20:37 AM

Quote from: J-sews on May 31, 2009, 02:18:34 AM

They made a needlenose version too:

(Image removed from quote.)

It's funny but the knife blade looks like some of the very early LM PST blades

jzmtl · **Reply #13 on:** May 31, 2009, 04:30:55 AM

Quote from: DaveK on May 31, 2009, 02:41:10 AM

Quote from: jzmtl on May 31, 2009, 02:13:01 AM
Quote from: J-sews on May 31, 2009, 01:51:17 AM

....keep in mind this is just a theory of mine, based on no facts... $:-\$

Caroline tool in Canada is imported by Fiskars, so definatley has ties with gerber. The name brand is alive and well here.

Are these tools easily available then jzmtl? I wants one of these

Not this particular one unfortunately.

american lockpicker · **Reply #14 on:** May 31, 2009, 02:26:03 PM

The screwdriver looks the like the one on the Paul Chen tool I wonder if there made in the same factory.

J-sews · **Reply #15 on:** May 31, 2009, 04:06:17 PM

Quote from: american lockpicker on May 31, 2009, 02:26:03 PM

The screwdriver looks the like the one on the Paul Chen tool I wonder if there made in the same factory.

I'm guessing they were.

J-sews · **Reply #16 on:** May 31, 2009, 04:07:28 PM

While we're on the subject, lets not forget the strangest of the Carolina Knife & Tools:

scrappy · **Reply #17 on:** May 31, 2009, 08:32:58 PM

bob
I have that tool and like it a lot the quality is good what do you think?

J-sews · **Reply #18 on:** June 02, 2009, 03:50:24 AM

Quote from: scrappy on May 31, 2009, 08:32:58 PM

bob
I have that tool and like it a lot the quality is good what do you think?

Well.....to be honest I have a bit of trouble opening and closing it. $:-\$ The individual parts are well made, but the overall design is a bit clumsy in my hands. $:-\$

Of course, that may be due to my big fumbly fingers.

MultiMat · **Reply #19 on:** June 02, 2009, 05:05:24 AM

It reminds me of the alien from the Alien movies as it busts out of it's hosts chest.

I wonder if it as user friendly as 'The Alien'

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