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us Offline Hammer

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SOG Powerlock handle covers - On or Off?
on: April 15, 2011, 09:55:55 AM
The SOG Powerlock has removable handle covers.  I prefer mine off.  What's your preference?
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Re: SOG Powerlock handle covers - On or Off?
Reply #1 on: April 15, 2011, 03:19:30 PM
I prefer them on.  Actually, I could live without them but I'm used to them being on.  Plus, it does make my Powerlock more comfortable.
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Re: SOG Powerlock handle covers - On or Off?
Reply #2 on: April 15, 2011, 06:00:50 PM
I have a older Powerlock and a PowerAssist that has the covers- I prefer them to be on (they really make the tool more comfortable to use).

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Re: SOG Powerlock handle covers - On or Off?
Reply #3 on: April 15, 2011, 10:08:01 PM
I have them stay on. Those were SOG's answer to the original Leatherman Super tool from the '90s. One tough tool with unfriendly handles. ( it can handle more than my hands were willing to squeeze)

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Re: SOG Powerlock handle covers - On or Off?
Reply #4 on: June 06, 2011, 02:41:29 AM
Amici,
Quick question regarding the fit and finish of the handle covers, Do yours fit to the handles flush once the covers are folded down?

What I have noticed for years on mine is that they don't properly sit right, and are always popping off to an extent that makes the tool feel cheap, hence why I don't use it for edc or just about anything.

Here are two pics illustrating what I mean..

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Re: SOG Powerlock handle covers - On or Off?
Reply #5 on: June 06, 2011, 02:45:19 AM
Straight out of the box, one of the handle covers on my Powerlock is slightly crooked like in your pics but not that extreme.  The holes in the handle are aligned perfectly so I think the handle cover is just warped.
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Re: SOG Powerlock handle covers - On or Off?
Reply #6 on: June 08, 2011, 03:42:46 AM
Quote from: Hammer on April 15, 2011, 09:55:55 AM
The SOG Powerlock has removable handle covers.  I prefer mine off.  What's your preference?

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Re: SOG Powerlock handle covers - On or Off?
Reply #7 on: June 08, 2011, 05:19:33 AM
On. I can see the argument for off, but I find it rather painful to use without them.

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Re: SOG Powerlock handle covers - On or Off?
Reply #8 on: June 08, 2011, 07:25:27 AM
I've run mine both ways. While I dislike the flappy covers and find them to be a nuisance. I always seem to end up putting them back on.   :shrug:
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Re: SOG Powerlock handle covers - On or Off?
Reply #9 on: June 08, 2011, 12:19:36 PM
On, for the comfort factor.   Plus, they make you slow down just a little bit and enjoy what you are doing.
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Re: SOG Powerlock handle covers - On or Off?
Reply #10 on: June 11, 2011, 08:05:53 PM
Quote from: powernoodle on June 08, 2011, 12:19:36 PM
On, for the comfort factor.  Plus, they make you slow down just a little bit and enjoy what you are doing.


Good observation PN. I hadnt thought of it that way.  :tu:     :)
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Re: SOG Powerlock handle covers - On or Off?
Reply #11 on: June 13, 2011, 09:30:54 AM
Quote from: David on June 08, 2011, 07:25:27 AM
I've run mine both ways. While I dislike the flappy covers and find them to be a nuisance. I always seem to end up putting them back on.   :shrug:
I agree 100% with David on this, and because they are generally left on, I feel like I don't have exactly what I want on my waist.

Quote from: sergemaster on June 06, 2011, 02:41:29 AM
Amici,
Quick question regarding the fit and finish of the handle covers, Do yours fit to the handles flush once the covers are folded down?

What I have noticed for years on mine is that they don't properly sit right, and are always popping off to an extent that makes the tool feel cheap, hence why I don't use it for edc or just about anything.

Here are two pics illustrating what I mean..

Cheers,
Serge

Mine do not fit like they should either, and since they are not fitting properly there are many times I would EDC, but...
When I put them on and and try to loosen or tighten a nut or bolt that requires a strong hand, they tend to move all over the place, and I am afraid of a major pinch due to slippage.  I usually end up using a rag wrapped aroung the tool.
I have also had them pop off while I am opening or closing them.  I have worked on trying to achieve the proper fit, but have had no luck.
The funny thing is... I still love them!
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