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and I thought I was the only one ... not!
on: January 30, 2010, 12:29:32 AM
Hello fellow multitool fans,

I was starting to think I was the only one with a fascination for multitools, specifically Leathermans.  I had been unable to find any websites about collecting and discussing these tools.  This apparent lack of info on the web was making me think that maybe I was a little strange when it came to multitools.

I finally stumbled on to mtblog.org, (a wonderful blog/site) where Dave K. in turn told me about this website.  Whew, what a relief.  Now I realize that not only am I NOT the only one, but in fact I am just a small timer at this (so far at least).

I bought myself a Leatherman Wave for Father's Day a couple years ago, giving full credit and thanks to my wife and daughter for such a thoughtful gift.  I now have about 20 Leatherman multitools, mostly retired models.  I am particularly interested in learning about and collecting all of the various PST models.  I had been frustrated in my efforts, mostly gleaning little tidbits from ebay auction descriptions.  I am very happy to have found an extensive forum here at multitool.org on this very specific subject!

Looking forward to hanging out, exploring and learning.

Greg,

Monterey, CA

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Re: and I thought I was the only one ... not!
Reply #1 on: January 30, 2010, 12:35:45 AM
Welcome :cheers: you're in a right place :D

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Re: and I thought I was the only one ... not!
Reply #2 on: January 30, 2010, 12:58:41 AM
Hi Greg!

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Re: and I thought I was the only one ... not!
Reply #3 on: January 30, 2010, 12:59:15 AM
Quote from: glkdc58 on January 30, 2010, 12:29:32 AM

This apparent lack of info on the web was making me think that maybe I was a little strange when it came to multitools.

Greg,
Monterey, CA

Well, you ARE a little strange when it comes to multitools, that's why you'll fit right in. :D

Welcome!  :cheers:
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Reply #4 on: January 30, 2010, 01:01:04 AM
Welcome! Another bird for the flock. :D
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Re: and I thought I was the only one ... not!
Reply #5 on: January 30, 2010, 01:23:46 AM
Ah - you found us!

I told you you'd like it here didn't I? :D

Quote from: glkdc58 on January 30, 2010, 12:29:32 AM
Hello fellow multitool fans,

I was starting to think I was the only one with a fascination for multitools, specifically Leathermans.  I had been unable to find any websites about collecting and discussing these tools.  This apparent lack of info on the web was making me think that maybe I was a little strange when it came to multitools.

I finally stumbled on to mtblog.org, (a wonderful blog/site) where Dave K. in turn told me about this website.  Whew, what a relief.  Now I realize that not only am I NOT the only one, but in fact I am just a small timer at this (so far at least).

I bought myself a Leatherman Wave for Father's Day a couple years ago, giving full credit and thanks to my wife and daughter for such a thoughtful gift.  I now have about 20 Leatherman multitools, mostly retired models.  I am particularly interested in learning about and collecting all of the various PST models.  I had been frustrated in my efforts, mostly gleaning little tidbits from ebay auction descriptions.  I am very happy to have found an extensive forum here at multitool.org on this very specific subject!

Looking forward to hanging out, exploring and learning.

Greg,

Monterey, CA

Greg - 20 Leatherman tools isn't small time mate - I mean, how many can you really use at a time anyway?  ???


 :P

It's great to have you here - I'm sure you are going to love it, and become quite poor like the rest of us  :cheers:

I used to come here a lot.

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Reply #6 on: January 30, 2010, 01:25:13 AM
another wave fan :tu:
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Re: and I thought I was the only one ... not!
Reply #7 on: January 30, 2010, 01:25:30 AM
Wow.

I'm shocked.

How could you get this forum so wrong?  We do NOT look favorably on multitool polygamy.   >:(

WE value the owner/tool relationship.  You need to search for my article on how to replace a broken blade on a LM Charge using old exhaust hangers.  

Harems of multitools....  hedonistic decadence I tell you!  You should go off and start your own group:
www.Multitool swingers.org.


Well, I guess you should stay for a while, we may be able to save your multitool soul.  ::)



Oh, and could you please post pictures of your tools?  :D






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Re: and I thought I was the only one ... not!
Reply #8 on: January 30, 2010, 01:27:25 AM
Quote from: Mr. Whippy on January 30, 2010, 01:25:30 AM
www.Multitool swingers.org.

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Reply #9 on: January 30, 2010, 01:27:45 AM
Quote from: Mr. Whippy on January 30, 2010, 01:25:30 AM

Oh, and could you please post pictures of your tools?  :D

(Welcome :cheers:)


Gettin' a little personal don't you think? At least show him a good time like dinner and movie or something first. :D

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Reply #10 on: January 30, 2010, 01:58:42 AM
welcome  :cheers:
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Reply #11 on: January 30, 2010, 02:08:44 AM
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Reply #12 on: January 30, 2010, 02:12:00 AM
Welcome to the forum, Greg! :cheers:

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Reply #13 on: January 30, 2010, 02:28:03 AM
In order to be certain of having the right tool for every job.........one must first acquire a lot of tools

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Reply #14 on: January 30, 2010, 02:46:35 AM
Welcome to the forums.  :cheers:

Pics are mandatory if possible.  :D

With 20 Leatherman's you will fit right in. Watch out though. You may find that SAKs are addictive also if you don't watch out.



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Reply #15 on: January 30, 2010, 02:49:44 AM
Welcome to the forum Greg :tu:
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Reply #16 on: January 30, 2010, 05:48:05 AM
Welcome to the forums Greg,glad to hear you like the PST's,if you haven't already did it,read about the PST history in the Leatherman forums.
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http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,5877.0.html
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Reply #17 on: January 30, 2010, 08:21:44 AM
Welcome Fellow Multitool Nut..  :cheers: :D
If you have a few hours on your hands, the Leatherman PST chronology project is excellent reading..  :pok: ;)
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Reply #18 on: January 30, 2010, 10:12:06 AM

Thanks for the warm welcome ... "there's no place like home, there's no place like home".

Dave K: I suppose twenty Leathermans is a good start and yes it is certainly more than I can use at one time.  However, I am considering having something like a Batman utility belt custom-made so that I can carry a dozen or so Multitools all at one time - you just don't what needs may arise and I like to be prepared. The tool I carry is my first, the Wave.  However after seeing your video on the various Charge models I bought a TTI on ebay, and once received, suspect it may become my new favorite and the tool I carry most.  I guess that will really make me a multitool polygamist.

Thanks for the tips on the PST history and chronology threads - exactly what I've been looking for.

Chacko: I, however, WON"T be looking into SAKs... or Gerbers ... or SOGs, all great tools and no doubt addictive - addictions I can ill afford!

As for photos, my tool are all pretty standard fare. I do have a couple nice hand made sheaths (I didn't make them).  I'll post a photo once I've learned how to get it out of my camera and on to multitool.org.

Greg

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Reply #19 on: January 30, 2010, 10:47:03 AM
Welcome aboard mate :tu:
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Reply #20 on: January 30, 2010, 10:57:43 AM
No, you're not the only one. :D  Welcome to the forum. :cheers:
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Reply #21 on: January 30, 2010, 11:45:14 AM
Greg Gday too you mate  :D :D.

BTW watch out mate I wanted to just get all the retired Leatherman & some how I have ended up with Al Mar's , Schrades , Kershaw MTs............
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Reply #22 on: January 30, 2010, 03:09:45 PM
Welcome to the forum! 20 Leathermans without MT.org influence... who knows what you'll achieve now that you've found us.

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Reply #24 on: January 31, 2010, 05:43:26 AM
Well, I'm here poking around for the third night in a row.  After reading the previous several posts I am beginning to realize that: 1. there is a point of no return when in comes to collecting MTs, 2. that I am dangerously close to that point, and 3. that multitool.org has pushed a lot of guys over the edge.  Oh well, what a way to go.

Received my first LM Charge (TTI) in the mail today (ebay).  Was listed as in "perfect" condition.  It isn't, but after a very thorough cleaning it is in excellent condition.  My first tool with a cutting hook - I assume this should be very sharp and go through a piece of stout nylon twine easily, but it doesn't.  Doesn't look like it can be sharpened.  Any thoughts?

One more thing, I've run across "EDC" in several posts, what does that stand for?  Thanks.

(Perhaps these types of questions are better asked in a different forum?)

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Reply #25 on: January 31, 2010, 06:17:50 AM
Ask away wherever you'd like, we're not too fussy. :D

EDC means every day carry; something that you'd have on your person every day in other words.

Two ways to sharpen the guthook: either with a small fine abrasive bit in a Dremel tool (go easy) or by hand with a small round diamond file or sharpening stone.
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Reply #26 on: January 31, 2010, 08:58:19 AM
Just ask away glkdc58..  ;)
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Reply #27 on: January 31, 2010, 10:35:20 AM
Welcome Greg  :cheers:

This is the friendliest and most informative forum on the interweb  :D :tu:

By the sounds of it you should link your bank account directly to Leatherman  :rofl:

I found this place looking for information on a Gerber Suspension; I now have 3 Leatherman's [see sig] and am in the process of getting a TTi Charge  ::) :D

BTW you need to watch DaveK; he is a bad influence  >:D I think he may be Leatherman's Sales Director  :rofl:

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Reply #28 on: January 31, 2010, 11:22:22 AM
Quote from: J-sews on January 31, 2010, 06:17:50 AM
Ask away wherever you'd like, we're not too fussy. :D

EDC means every day carry; something that you'd have on your person every day in other words.

Two ways to sharpen the guthook: either with a small fine abrasive bit in a Dremel tool (go easy) or by hand with a small round diamond file or sharpening stone.

Not that I've tried it myself, but how about a fine bit of 'wet-n-dry' paper on a thin rod of some kind?
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Reply #29 on: January 31, 2010, 11:26:50 AM
I think 20 is a very good start  :D i mean i love MT,s but only have about 6 ,2 being LM so your rocking mate, and a very welcome,  :tu:

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