Broke my Charge's clip

Bowman1911 · **on:** November 08, 2009, 09:55:09 PM

I know it's a personal preference, but I'm one of the pocket clip multitool kinda guys. I really don't carry my multis that don't have clips. Ever since I got my SideClip, my Charge doesn't get as much pocket play as it used to but I decided to carry it to work yesterday. I was sitting at work & just moved funny in my chair & the clip sheered right off where it is held by the locking mechanism. My question is do you think Leatherman will cover that under warranty? I know they're not expensive, but I'm mega cheap.

DaveK · **Reply #1 on:** November 08, 2009, 10:01:11 PM

I would hope so!

That's not the first case I've heard of the clips breaking, which is odd because they appear to be pretty heavy duty. I pocket clip my Charges plenty, and swap the same clip from tool to tool, over and over without any upset so far.

Whereabouts did it snap?

Bowman1911 · **Reply #2 on:** November 08, 2009, 10:04:10 PM

Right at the weakest point. just inside where the tooth of the locking mechanism catches the clip. Exactly where there is no way to rig it to stay in.

Benner · **Reply #3 on:** November 08, 2009, 10:05:43 PM

Give them a call and I bet they will send one out to you FOC.

DaveK · **Reply #4 on:** November 08, 2009, 10:06:03 PM

Oooh. That makes me worry about how secure the lanyard ring might be. I don't use it that often, but when I do, it's when I'm worried I could lose my tool $:-\$

Bowman1911 · **Reply #5 on:** November 08, 2009, 10:23:33 PM

Honestly, I don't think the lanyard rig would break before it simply slid out. Not sure about yours, but my lanyard ring is a thinner metal than the clip was.

DaveK · **Reply #6 on:** November 08, 2009, 10:25:40 PM

Yeah, exactly. It seems to lockup just fine, but if the clip can break........

prime77 · **Reply #7 on:** November 09, 2009, 12:29:11 AM

I am sure LM would send you out a new one. No harm in asking.

rp252 · **Reply #8 on:** November 09, 2009, 12:43:26 AM

Quote from: DaveK on November 08, 2009, 10:25:40 PM

Yeah, exactly. It seems to lockup just fine, but if the clip can break........

Yeah, its a bit worrying isn't it. I've not had any trouble with the pocket clips before though - it could have been just a faulty clip.

It might be safer to use the slide-out lanyard ring form now on Dave

DaveK · **Reply #9 on:** November 09, 2009, 12:51:16 AM

That's what I'm thinking too Rich.

I don't use it very often at all - but when I do, I want to trust it!

Mr. Whippy · **Reply #10 on:** November 09, 2009, 01:07:58 AM

The same exact thing happened to me. Technically no, it's not covered by warranty, but call them. I was very satisfied with their response

Bowman1911 · **Reply #11 on:** November 09, 2009, 01:17:19 AM

Awesome! Thanks for the help!

Gadget Guy · **Reply #12 on:** November 09, 2009, 01:18:04 AM

Quote from: Bowman1911 on November 08, 2009, 09:55:09 PM

I know it's a personal preference, but I'm one of the pocket clip multitool kinda guys. I really don't carry my multis that don't have clips. Ever since I got my SideClip, my Charge doesn't get as much pocket play as it used to but I decided to carry it to work yesterday. I was sitting at work & just moved funny in my chair & the clip sheered right off where it is held by the locking mechanism. My question is do you think Leatherman will cover that under warranty? I know they're not expensive, but I'm mega cheap.

I have an extra for you.

Bowman1911 · **Reply #13 on:** November 09, 2009, 01:42:55 AM

Man GG, you've gotta be the most generous guy I've never met! I mean really, what can I say but Thank you!

If you ever find yourself in NC, expect fresh air, cold beer, & hospitality with the Bowman clan!

Dunc · **Reply #14 on:** November 09, 2009, 01:56:45 PM

Quote from: DaveK on November 08, 2009, 10:06:03 PM

Oooh. That makes me worry about how secure the lanyard ring might be. I don't use it that often, but when I do, it's when I'm worried I could lose my tool $:-\$

If its any help Dave I used my lanyard clip on my wave for about 6 months solid at work in a horizontal carry position with no probs at all and I'm a kind of clumsy guy who bumps into things alot

Dunc

David Bowen · **Reply #15 on:** November 09, 2009, 03:13:31 PM

I agree, clips are an accessory and won't be covered under warranty but it would not hurt to send them an e-mail and try.

Charger · **Reply #16 on:** November 10, 2009, 05:13:11 AM

same thing recently happened to me! i was moving a desk and it caught and bent open 90 degrees, it then snapped when I tried to bend it back. I miss it, but I don't think it is a warranty thing for those. I see clips on ebay, but I would rather get a pack of 10 for cheap, then a set of clip and ring for like ten bucks