an observation

[jay_imok]

does anyone realize that most tools bought need to be "tuned?"

i just read most (got bored with the whining) of a thread dealing with a keychain tool and think if the owner touched up the blades with a file and stone he would have a completely servicable tool.

if everyone expects things to work correctly & with maximum efficiency right out of the box, well, you're living in a dream!

[Grant Lamontagne]

Swiss Army Knives do....

Maybe they are the exception that proves the rule?

Def

[Benner]

I just like things to be warn in. 

[NeitherExtreme]

Swiss Army Knives do....

Maybe they are the exception that proves the rule?

Def

They do seem to have the highest rate of success, but I've even heard of a mess-up from Vic here and there. I agree, not all tools come the way we like them, so if possible I like to play with them before purchase. Of course buying over the internet doesn't allow that, so when I make an online purchase I always make sure that I won't be sour if I have to send it in for warranty and wait a little while.

Honestly I think MTs must be a QC disaster. Think about it, there are top quality knife companies that sell single knives with one lock and one blade for much more that even a top end MT, and they still have QC issues.

[CQC-7]

To be completely honest I have never had a QC problem with a multitool.  I bought a Bear Cutlery knife that was not on the up and up a few years back but I have since forgotten that.  Vic multitools have no play in them to begin with so if there is a problem it will be noticable upon first inspection.  Leatherman tools on the other hand are a little different.  They are a bit more loose by deign and some problems are not immediately noticable.  Personally, I have never sent a knife or Multitool back for a warranty issue.  My experiences with every knife and tool that I own have definately been positive except for the Bear folder that I have which I dont carry anymore.     

[Anthony]

I've never handles a Victorinox product (new or used) that had an "issue" with it...even the old beat up SAKs I've handled snap closed without hitting another tool (something that happens with lesser tools).

[CQC-7]

I've never handles a Victorinox product (new or used) that had an "issue" with it...even the old beat up SAKs I've handled snap closed without hitting another tool (something that happens with lesser tools).

I can agree with that.

[Anthony]

I just like things to be warn in. 

You're going to love that Super Tool then...think of it...it's probably in England right now somewhere.  Last tool shipment from here took about 7 days right?  If that's the case Monday is your   day.

And is "warn" how people in the UK spell "worn"?  Like colour and color?

[jay_imok]

Swiss Army Knives do....

but take a few minutes to clean up the screwdriver bits (i.e., make the edges square), sharpen the blades to break the factory glaze, a put a spot of gun oil on the hinges and you'll be getting my drift.

[Benner]

I just like things to be warn in. 

You're going to love that Super Tool then...think of it...it's probably in England right now somewhere.  Last tool shipment from here took about 7 days right?  If that's the case Monday is your   day.

And is "warn" how people in the UK spell "worn"?  Like colour and color?

Nope that's just the Benner way of spelling it. 

I know.    I will be up early and waiting by my front door Monday morning I can tell ya.  I've even ordered it a sheath that should be arriving around the same time.

[Spoonrobot]

I don't think most tools need to be tuned but they certainly perform better when they are. Out of the box almost every multi ever will perform what the labeling says it will. SAKs will turn a screw just fine, however if the screw is a little stripped, or a little seized the shiny drivers won't work as well.

Tuning is kind of like the disassembly urge that flashlight enthusiasts have,an undeniable urge that can only be quenched by giving into it. A given tool is so awesome, maybe it could be a little more awesome. So it gets tinkered with, which is a good thing. But necessary? I don't think so.

[ultimaonliner]

does anyone realize that most tools bought need to be "tuned?"

i just read most (got bored with the whining) of a thread dealing with a keychain tool and think if the owner touched up the blades with a file and stone he would have a completely servicable tool.

if everyone expects things to work correctly & with maximum efficiency right out of the box, well, you're living in a dream!

I suppose almost every item in life would be better "tuned" since each individual purchaser has different expectations and different goals.  Tuning would allow individualization of a mass market item.