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Found a Strata.....for under $30!
on: March 30, 2012, 10:15:40 PM
Today I was at an area sporting goods store with a friend.  I was upstairs in their outdoor section, and noticed a Strata in the display cabinet.  I've never handled one before, and asked to take a look.  I noticed that the price tag on it said that it was on closeout, down from $65.99 to $29.99!  When I asked the guy behind the counter about it, he told me that since it was a display model and there was no packaging or sheath, he'd take 20% off.  How could I refuse? :)  So, for less than $26 with the tax, here it is:




I've been playing with it for a little bit here, and I have to say I like it.  This ain't no Suspension!  It feels like a solid tool.  Opening and closing the tools is nice and smooth, and they lock up nicely.  I know that people have problems with the lock release on these, but I really haven't noticed it.  Granted, that's with clean and dry hands, and I can see where there could be a problem.  I also know to watch out about closing the scissors all the way.  We'll see how long I remember that before I pull a Captain Spaulding.... :P  It fits perfectly in a spare phone case I have here, so no sheath is no issue right now.  For what I paid I'm very happy with it, more than worth every penny IMO!  Geez, a Wenger in my pocket and a Gerber of some sort on my hip.....when did I become the "off-brand" guy?!?  :ahhh :D
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Re: Found a Strata.....for under $30!
Reply #1 on: March 30, 2012, 11:30:30 PM
What sporting goods store were you at? (just in case lightning might strike twice you know)

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Re: Found a Strata.....for under $30!
Reply #2 on: March 30, 2012, 11:32:42 PM
The Strata is one of those tools that intrigued me but I never pulled the trigger because of the price and Gerber's reputation. For under 30 bucks I would say it was well worth it. Nice score! :cheers:
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Re: Found a Strata.....for under $30!
Reply #3 on: March 31, 2012, 12:28:04 AM
That is an awesome price!

I like the Strata too- I think it's majorly underrated though.  It really is a good hard use tool.  If you can find a BG version for that price you could combine the two and have a really great tool- the lock covers and handle grippiness of the BG is really nice, although you lose the replaceable cutters, so you have to keep the head from the Strata.

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Re: Found a Strata.....for under $30!
Reply #4 on: March 31, 2012, 12:39:21 AM
Quote from: radiotecha1234 on March 30, 2012, 11:30:30 PM
What sporting goods store were you at? (just in case lightning might strike twice you know)

Actually, I got my Octane under similar circumstances from the exact same store! :D  It was at Dick's. 

@Grant- It sure does seem like it would hold up well under some heavy use.  If I ever find a cheap BG version it might be mod time.......

@EZ822- I can see where the original price might put you off.  Same with the rep Gerber has.  I had the same opinion of Gerber for a while, but they do make some great tools.  I have three other Gerbers in my rotation, and all of them are great- two MP600s, an MP450, and the Octane.  Any sliding head Gerber makes for a trusted and reliable tool IMO.
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Re: Found a Strata.....for under $30!
Reply #5 on: March 31, 2012, 12:55:56 AM
Gerber had a line of crappy tools for a while, but that was only because big box stores kept showing up with dump trucks full of cash.  I doubt anyone would have turned them away.  Even so, Gerber always kept the Multiplier 400 and 600 series going strong for people that wanted good tools and weren't distracted by the cheap stuff out there.

If anyone believes the "Gerbers are crap" reputation then they are just showing that they wouldn't know a real Gerber if it bit them on the ass.

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Re: Found a Strata.....for under $30!
Reply #6 on: March 31, 2012, 01:26:17 AM
Quote from: Grant Lamontagne on March 31, 2012, 12:55:56 AM
Gerber had a line of crappy tools for a while, but that was only because big box stores kept showing up with dump trucks full of cash.  I doubt anyone would have turned them away.  Even so, Gerber always kept the Multiplier 400 and 600 series going strong for people that wanted good tools and weren't distracted by the cheap stuff out there.

If anyone believes the "Gerbers are crap" reputation then they are just showing that they wouldn't know a real Gerber if it bit them on the ass.

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I currently own an Mp 450 and at one time the MP400. I agree both are very solid tools. I've also owned a Suspension and a Method and we all know what POS those tools are. My point is with Gerber it's hit or miss. They seem to have redeemed themselves with the Strata and Octane and if they can sort out the wire cutter issue the Dime. I'm sure that they raked in the cash with the Suspension based tools but IMHO they turned off a lot people by putting out that crap including me. But I'm willing to give them another shot.
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Re: Found a Strata.....for under $30!
Reply #7 on: March 31, 2012, 03:05:47 AM
I am not a fan of the Strata. The issue with the scissors precludes my liking it for anything other than a shelf queen. They didn't even bother to fix the issue with the BG version...albeit the locking mechanism is much improved.
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Re: Found a Strata.....for under $30!
Reply #8 on: March 31, 2012, 07:53:18 AM
Good find J-D..  :tu:
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Re: Found a Strata.....for under $30!
Reply #9 on: March 31, 2012, 12:12:30 PM
$26 is practically free! :o  Well, in my head it is anyway. :D  Never had the chance to play with the Strata but from all I've heard about it I can't see how you could have said no, great find mate. :cheers:
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Re: Found a Strata.....for under $30!
Reply #10 on: April 01, 2012, 02:05:01 AM
Well, I took it to work today and gave it a shot.  Nothing too strenuous, but it did get a decent workout.  The blade is decent, though as a lefty the OHO aspect is useless to me  :(.  Most other OHO tools I can open OK with my left hand, I'll play with it a bit more but don't expect better results.  The scissors saw a lot of use cutting coupons for customers and the like, and I didn't stab myself at all with them. :)  The Phillips driver is great, nice long reach.  The large flat screwdriver worked well as a prybar, and the can opener worked OK opening tint cans, but it's no Victorinox, that's for sure.  I had no problems with the lock releases at all.  All in all, I like it, and it's definitely going to see time in my rotation.  :tu:
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Reply #11 on: April 01, 2012, 04:20:51 PM
Dang, that is another tool I've got to take a closer look at now. ;)
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Reply #12 on: April 02, 2012, 06:35:48 AM
nice score

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Re: Found a Strata.....for under $30!
Reply #13 on: April 02, 2012, 07:56:43 PM
Quote from: Gareth on April 01, 2012, 04:20:51 PM
Dang, that is another tool I've got to take a closer look at now. ;)

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Re: Found a Strata.....for under $30!
Reply #14 on: April 02, 2012, 08:59:50 PM
Quote from: 50ft-trad on April 02, 2012, 07:56:43 PM
Quote from: Gareth on April 01, 2012, 04:20:51 PM
Dang, that is another tool I've got to take a closer look at now. ;)

You just need to get one before Friday  :pok: ;)
not at UK prices, no.
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Re: Found a Strata.....for under $30!
Reply #15 on: April 03, 2012, 12:43:15 AM
Quote from: Gareth on April 02, 2012, 08:59:50 PM
Quote from: 50ft-trad on April 02, 2012, 07:56:43 PM
Quote from: Gareth on April 01, 2012, 04:20:51 PM
Dang, that is another tool I've got to take a closer look at now. ;)

You just need to get one before Friday  :pok: ;)
not at UK prices, no.(Image removed from quote.)

I can only imagine what one of these goes for in the UK.  :ahhh  Honestly if it was at $65.99 I wouldn't have even bothered looking at it.  Sure glad I did though, I'm taking quite the liking to it. :)
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Reply #16 on: April 03, 2012, 12:55:56 AM
Best price I can find with a quick google is £55 (about $85 US).  Now it's normal for our prices to be higher, but it's still way more than I'm willing to pay. :-\
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Re: Found a Strata.....for under $30!
Reply #17 on: April 03, 2012, 12:58:20 AM
Ouch!  That's just a bit crazy.  I've seen them on Amazon in the US at $55, that's more in line with what I would have been willing to pay.
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Re: Found a Strata.....for under $30!
Reply #18 on: April 03, 2012, 01:44:34 AM
Quote from: Gareth on April 03, 2012, 12:55:56 AM
Best price I can find with a quick google is £55 (about $85 US).  Now it's normal for our prices to be higher, but it's still way more than I'm willing to pay. :-\

More than I'm willing to pay too mate, that's why I wanted you to get one so I could have a gander for free  :D


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Re: Found a Strata.....for under $30!
Reply #19 on: July 16, 2013, 10:01:09 AM
Jd my good man, you got me sold on this one. Ordered one just now and I'm sure I'll love it!!!

:D :D:D

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Reply #20 on: July 16, 2013, 12:34:30 PM
Quote from: Goatlord666 on July 16, 2013, 10:01:09 AM
Jd my good man, you got me sold on this one. Ordered one just now and I'm sure I'll love it!!!

:D :D:D

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Re: Found a Strata.....for under $30!
Reply #21 on: July 16, 2013, 07:40:06 PM
just couldn't resist when I saw the details on the pictures of the review you made! 1 hundred cheers bro!
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Re: Found a Strata.....for under $30!
Reply #22 on: July 22, 2013, 08:05:43 PM
I'm pretty happy with the Bear Grylls version I have. I got that MP4X0 (400 or 450, can't remember), and wasn't super thrilled with it, leaving me a little cold on Gerbers, but the BG 'Strata' was much more to my liking. My locks a a bit of a pain to disengage, but the tool otherwise functions great, and seems very solid.
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