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J-sews · **Reply #30 on:** March 28, 2012, 03:24:37 AM

I think this one would be a great candidate for an EDCTV episode

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #31 on:** March 28, 2012, 03:31:12 AM

You and me both...

Def

Threeme2189 · **Reply #32 on:** March 28, 2012, 02:12:36 PM

I really like it for some reason.
It looks like they have been able to pack a lot of tools in a pretty small package.
I think it's a good upgrade from LMs Skeletool, even though it looks much bigger and chunkier.

And I really like Vics 111mm tool shape

Beerplumber · **Reply #33 on:** March 28, 2012, 02:56:30 PM

Can we get some pics of all the tools fanned out too please?

Stay multi my friends

Santos · **Reply #34 on:** March 28, 2012, 03:07:00 PM

Quote from: J-sews on March 28, 2012, 03:24:37 AM

I think this one would be a great candidate for an EDCTV episode

I think its a candidate for April's donation quota giveaway

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #35 on:** March 28, 2012, 05:25:38 PM

Sorry- thanks to a generous member we have something MUCH cooler to give away in April.

Def

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Frankctz · **Reply #36 on:** March 28, 2012, 06:40:00 PM

Very good MT, hope to get one soon...

Santos · **Reply #37 on:** March 29, 2012, 05:08:23 AM

Quote from: Grant Lamontagne on March 28, 2012, 05:25:38 PM

Sorry- thanks to a generous member we have something MUCH cooler to give away in April.

Def

Promise me you will tell me what it is in 3 days?

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #38 on:** March 30, 2012, 12:20:10 AM

I will try, but a fair bit of brown stuff has hit the fan for me lately... I promise I will let you know what it is as soon as I am able!

Def

Santos · **Reply #39 on:** March 30, 2012, 04:39:52 AM

Quote from: Grant Lamontagne on March 30, 2012, 12:20:10 AM

I will try, but a fair bit of brown stuff has hit the fan for me lately... I promise I will let you know what it is as soon as I am able!

Def

Do what you do.. Polish it!

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #40 on:** March 31, 2012, 06:05:27 AM

Oh, it's polished all right!

Def

scattergun13 · **Reply #41 on:** March 31, 2012, 08:43:37 PM

Quote from: Lynn LeFey on March 27, 2012, 12:27:10 AM

Oh God... WHY? Why did you show me this thing?

Now I want one.

Why am I even ON these boards? It's like a sick addiction... I should know better.

I'm with Lynn on this one and can tell you from personal experience that it is much cheaper to buy Crack! With that said, I must have one and then no more, this will be the last time...
Is there a twelve step program for this affliction, maybe weekly meetings or something? Hi, I'm Stew and I can't stop buying multitools...

silentio · **Reply #42 on:** April 02, 2012, 08:22:59 AM

Nice pics! And did you say group buy?

Is it possible to get the pliers out with one hand?

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #43 on:** April 08, 2012, 06:17:12 PM

Yes the pliers do come out one handed. That slot near the pivot acts like a blade opening hole without the blade.

Guess what made it's way to work with me again today?

Def

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Carlos · **Reply #44 on:** April 08, 2012, 07:08:19 PM

It looks better each day

Syph007 · **Reply #45 on:** April 08, 2012, 07:11:57 PM

I was thinking the same.. it's moving its way from my maybe list, to my will buy for sure list.

Grant have you given it much of a workout yet?

BIG-TARGET · **Reply #46 on:** April 08, 2012, 08:06:48 PM

My only thoughts about the Powerduo are

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #47 on:** April 08, 2012, 08:18:39 PM

Nothing too serious. I used the blade to cut some heavy nylon straps but that's as hard a workout as it's gotten so far.

Def

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silentio · **Reply #48 on:** April 09, 2012, 08:29:39 AM

Ah, didn't notice that hole till you mentioned it. Really looking forward to this tool.

BIG-TARGET · **Reply #49 on:** April 09, 2012, 06:15:50 PM

Just checked Amazon, nothing yet. Think Felinevet would carry it?

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #50 on:** April 09, 2012, 08:17:22 PM

Not Felinevet (although he is always open to the possibility of special orders) but I think Travis is talking to Chris@SOG about setting up a Group Buy for forum members in case anyone is interested. Contact Travis:

http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=profile;u=15

Def

BIG-TARGET · **Reply #51 on:** April 09, 2012, 08:28:48 PM

Count me in!!!

Precise · **Reply #52 on:** April 12, 2012, 06:30:03 AM

I'm in! I have to say, those bumpy handles...gotta go. I hope it won't be to hard to make new ones from some micarta.

Travis Autry · **Reply #53 on:** April 14, 2012, 02:40:08 PM

Thanks for the PMs and all the interest in a group buy. I have been in contact with Chris@sog. Once he knows something regarding availability and pricing, he'll let me know. I haven't checked with him in a few days, but will send a note to see where we are.

I expect interest will run high this one. The PowerDuo was included in a news brief in the current Tactical Knives. That will probably up the competition to get in on the first production run.

I'll update when I know more.

silentio · **Reply #54 on:** April 14, 2012, 05:56:57 PM

Thanks for the update, Travis.

Frankctz · **Reply #55 on:** April 15, 2012, 08:28:21 PM

Quote from: silentio on April 14, 2012, 05:56:57 PM

Thanks for the update, Travis.

Thanks for the update travis, we will wait news from you..

Woz · **Reply #56 on:** April 15, 2012, 09:03:53 PM

Yes, we will

Beerplumber · **Reply #57 on:** April 16, 2012, 02:40:29 PM

Hmm... no pocket clip is there... I'm still going to want one but there may need to be some pocket clip mod action going on. I'm thinking screwing one directly into a scale.

Stay multi my friends

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #58 on:** April 18, 2012, 01:49:36 AM

Well I have been carrying and using this one almosty exclusively since I got it and I have a few thoughts. Not a full review yet, but some thoughts.

The main blade is nice. It won't work for lefties and it feels a little loose, but it works quite well and the blade kind of reminds me of an Endura blade. Pretty slick for a multitool. And, the handle doesn't seem too big or bulky when using the knife. Oh yeah, and I did have cause to use it while I was wearing gloves, and no problem at all opening it.

The smaller tools inside work well and lock up solidly. There's some rust on the tines of the phillips screwdriver, but I believe that's the result of using it on rusty screws, not the tool itself rusting. I'm not thrilled that it's as limited as it is, and I would rather have a bit driver than the phillips, but that seems to be splitting hairs.

The pliers work well. They are comfortable to use and the compound leverage operates smoother than some SOG models.

The toothpick and tweezers are ok, but I think I am spoiled by the perfectly flush mounted Vic and Wenger T&T, and while the SOG ones aren't bad, they aren't nearly as smooth as the Vic and Wenger ones. Again, this is a pre production model, and there may be some finishing work being done before these go out, so don't let the details bug you too much.

Overall I like the PowerDuo. The name makes it sound like it should be on Adam West's Bat Belt, and it is more in the class of the Skeletool/Octane as far as functions go, although it's size puts it against larger tools. SOG has a habit of making bulky tools, so I'm not certain if this is a drawback or tradition, but so far the PowerDuo hasn't failed in any tasks I've put it against.

That doesn't make it special, that makes it a good tool, which also covers about 90% of the tools we talk about here. I like it though, and it's a tool I would consider a serious contender for urban type EDC- assuming you are a sheath guy.

Speaking which, I like the sheath. It has a plastic clip that allows to to put it on or take it off very easily, or if you aren't a belt wearer you can clip it on your waistband or backpack strap, Maxpedition bag or anywhere else ou may want to clip it. This is a largely underrated feature in modern multitools in my mind, and is one of the major reasons my father is now inseperable with his PowerAssist.

Def

Beerplumber · **Reply #59 on:** April 18, 2012, 07:26:36 PM

Again I can't understand why no pocket clip. Especially if it's in line with skele tools and crucials.

Stay multi my friends

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