Brooks-Range BackCountry Multi Tool Review

[njfist]

I was promoted to buy one of these from this post....http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,33192.0.html
The hex adapter and the wrench are 2 things I will use for sure.
The unit is made of aluminum and steel....It is light weight weighing 6 oz

What is really unique is the way 4 hex bits can be stored in the tool
2 on one side and 2 on the other as shown in the pictures

[njfist]

the pliers

[njfist]

the hex adapter

[njfist]

the tools

[njfist]

the one thing I dont like is that the blade, which locks,  cannot be unlocked unless you move the wrench/bottle opener tool out of the way to release the locking tab...you cannot open the knife either unless you move this tool....

[Chako]

That looks like an interesting MT. I might have to try and get one for myself somehow.

[njfist]

comes with a nice sheath with bit storage pocket in the back as well!
overall, this is a really nice tool , with the exception of the inability to access the knife easily
MSRP is 69.99, but, I was able to find one for 49.99 with free shipping from http://www.7summitsgear.com/default.aspx
I don't see this listed on the site anymore, so it must have been a clearance item.

[badwolf]

Thanks for the review and pics

the one thing I dont like is that the blade, which locks,  cannot be unlocked unless you move the wrench/bottle opener tool out of the way to release the locking tab...you cannot open the knife either unless you move this tool....

This kinda answers this from http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,33192.0.html

Is it just me or is the OHO hole on the blade completely hidden behind the 'wrench'? 

Still, interesting MT, I do like the use of standard hex bits, the on board bit storage is neat

[scrappy]

nice review. the ceo told me he sold 10 of those then they were out of stock he's going to get more in spring. did multi tool members purchase the other 9?

[scrappy]

pictures on the internet show a drill and needle. how do those work?

[njfist]

the drill is a standard hex bit that fits in the tool, the needle is simply a needle that you could use

[scrappy]

Thanks