How many variations exist of this multi-tool?

Chako · **on:** July 05, 2009, 01:30:40 AM

I saw a Lansky multi-tool at one of the local stores and recognized it immediately from another multi-tool that I already had. However, I was curious to find out what was different so I bought it, and true enough there were a few differences.

As you can see, they are both exactly the same tool wise other then the Phillips screwdriver on one was exchanged for a screwdriver bit adapter.

Yes, the handles are exactly the same in shape and construction with a slight difference. For some reason, the Lansky seems to have a few extra decorative rivets on the handle. Likewise, the screws are different.

Another difference, the Lansky has the metal on the handles knurled to give you a better grip. There are a few other slight differences. Some of the folding tools on the Lansky seem to be slightly better in quality. Likewise, the plastic end caps on the handles do not rattle on the Lansky.

J-sews · **Reply #1 on:** July 05, 2009, 01:48:24 AM

Those two are definitely brothers by another mother. $:-\$

Here's another: It is marketed as the M-Tech Chameleon.

nuphoria · **Reply #2 on:** July 05, 2009, 01:51:44 AM

So there's a wayward Lansky baby father out there somewhere?

Cool

Leatherman123 · **Reply #3 on:** July 05, 2009, 01:52:58 AM

I have a Protocol one that was gifted to me, it was bought at Marshalls.

Chako · **Reply #4 on:** July 05, 2009, 01:56:43 AM

Yep.

I looked up M-Tech and came up with this one rather quickly.

http://www.battlegearinc.com/M-Tech-Multi-Tool-Knife-Set-p/mi-mt197rp.htm

Looks like the first in my photo, only with a flashlight added.

J-sews · **Reply #5 on:** July 05, 2009, 02:07:00 AM

Harley Davidson Motortool HD0079:

PyroJames · **Reply #6 on:** July 05, 2009, 02:15:21 AM

Canadian Tire has something similar to these. I believe it's made by Carolina Knife & Tool.

Chako · **Reply #7 on:** July 05, 2009, 02:17:34 AM

That is correct. It is the first one shown in the photograph with the cut out handles.

PyroJames · **Reply #8 on:** July 05, 2009, 02:21:04 AM

Oh ok, I thought it looked familiar

J-sews · **Reply #9 on:** July 05, 2009, 02:39:40 AM

Quote from: Chako on July 05, 2009, 02:17:34 AM

That is correct. It is the first one shown in the photograph with the cut out handles.

Really? I have a Winchester Winframe model that is identical. $:-\$

PyroJames · **Reply #10 on:** July 05, 2009, 02:46:29 AM

It's a popular design. I was just browsing Canadian Tire's website and they have four different branded multitools that have this exact design; Gerber, Winchester, Carolina and a generic no-namer.

Poncho65 · **Reply #11 on:** July 05, 2009, 03:14:20 AM

Seems to be a popular design

I know I have seen a variation or 2 of this as well

AHB · **Reply #12 on:** July 05, 2009, 07:13:07 AM

Bahco "Multitool"...

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #13 on:** July 05, 2009, 04:48:10 PM

These are a generic multitool made in China and sold by the billions to various companies. Some companies like Gerber and Lansky opt for the "fancier" versions of them for branding purposes, while others like Carolina Knife and Tool are all about the bottom line- bring in the tool and move it out just as fast, cheaper and faster than the competition.

I would think that you could spend the rest of your life searching out variations of this tool, and still never get to the end of it. I'd wager that just about every importer in every country, every outdoor/sporting/hardware chain has their own version of it, several manufacturers.... and if you are willing to purchase a run of ten thousand, you can get whatever variation you want as well!

Def

J-sews · **Reply #14 on:** July 05, 2009, 04:51:32 PM

Quote from: Grant Lamontagne on July 05, 2009, 04:48:10 PM

These are a generic multitool made in China and sold by the billions to various companies. Some companies like Gerber and Lansky opt for the "fancier" versions of them for branding purposes, while others like Carolina Knife and Tool are all about the bottom line- bring in the tool and move it out just as fast, cheaper and faster than the competition.

I would think that you could spend the rest of your life searching out variations of this tool, and still never get to the end of it. I'd wager that just about every importer in every country, every outdoor/sporting/hardware chain has their own version of it, several manufacturers.... and if you are willing to purchase a run of ten thousand, you can get whatever variation you want as well!

Def

Group buy anyone?

Shorty66 · **Reply #15 on:** July 05, 2009, 09:57:31 PM

A MT of that type was the first gerber that came to my hands and immideately made me tunr around and leave the store. Since then i got some prejudice on Gerber tools wich is quite hard to discard.

AHB · **Reply #16 on:** July 05, 2009, 09:58:29 PM

Quote from: J-sews on July 05, 2009, 04:51:32 PM

Group buy anyone?

SteveRacer · **Reply #17 on:** July 06, 2009, 09:10:21 AM

Quote from: AHB on July 05, 2009, 07:13:07 AM

Bahco "Multitool"...

I hear you ... Looks a lot like the "eVolv" series of stuff that Sears is trying to push in "green" recyclable cardboard packaging etc.

However, Bahco is a VERY reputable company, and makes some awesome tools. I think they were bought out by Stanley recently. In any case, I don't know what Chineezy stuff they might be rebranding nowadays, but there are a lot of tools out there (some of which I own) that are top quality. Facom is another similar brand . . . their only real caveat is that they're French

-steve

AHB · **Reply #18 on:** July 06, 2009, 11:48:50 AM

Quote from: SteveRacer on July 06, 2009, 09:10:21 AM

Quote from: AHB on July 05, 2009, 07:13:07 AM
Bahco "Multitool"...

I hear you ... Looks a lot like the "eVolv" series of stuff that Sears is trying to push in "green" recyclable cardboard packaging etc.

However, Bahco is a VERY reputable company, and makes some awesome tools. I think they were bought out by Stanley recently. In any case, I don't know what Chineezy stuff they might be rebranding nowadays, but there are a lot of tools out there (some of which I own) that are top quality. Facom is another similar brand . . . their only real caveat is that they're French

-steve

All my wrenches ect. is Bahco and it's some of the best tools around...

But this "multitool" I really dislike...

Why not use the Bahco brand with some real quality MT's...?

Chako · **Reply #19 on:** July 07, 2009, 03:17:50 AM

Well I wasn't looking for another one, but I helped a friend today install some windows. He ran out of mason bits, and we took a drive to Home Depot. Guess what I saw as we searched for drill bits. This one is a Sheffield.

Rather interesting example. Completely different in how it opens and the variety of tools.

From left to right: Lansky, Carolina Tool & Knife, Sheffield.

Talk about anything the customer wants, they can make it. Wow.

turbov21 · **Reply #20 on:** July 07, 2009, 03:37:36 AM

I think I've seen this model at Wal-Mart, for $10, on the camping aisle.

J-sews · **Reply #21 on:** July 08, 2009, 01:38:33 AM

If nothing else, ya gotta hand it to them for coming up with a platform that lends itself to being produced in so many variations. (that only happens by design, never by accident)

hawkchucker · **Reply #22 on:** July 08, 2009, 02:02:44 AM

I bet it is on par with Gerbers stuff now. I mean really look at it. just like the suspension that tool wreaks of quality.

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