How could I resist

gafftapegreenia · **on:** June 10, 2008, 01:38:05 AM

First, the basics, I am a college Sophomore majoring in theatre arts with an emphasis on lighting. Hometown is Detroit, Michigan (another Michigander!), but I go to school in Wisconsin. I don't have the biggest multi-tool collection, but it did grow from one to three just last week. Currently, I own a Blast, an Electrician's Bear Jaws, and some no-name c-wrench multi. I've lurked enough to see this is an active board, and I can't wait to join in the discussion.

edap617 · **Reply #1 on:** June 10, 2008, 02:22:14 AM

Welcome to the forum, gafftapegreenia .

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #2 on:** June 10, 2008, 02:30:35 AM

Good to have you! Are you studying cheese? Cause that's about all there is to Wisconsin, isn't it?

I was down there for SummerFest a while back... great place!

Looks like you are well on your way to a good collection so far at any rate. Don't worry too much about the cheapie though- we all have one or two (or ten!) lurking in our collections somewhere!

Def

J-sews · **Reply #3 on:** June 10, 2008, 02:37:50 AM

Hey welcome GTG! Good to have you aboard.

(Pssst....but keep a watch out. There are a few people around here who aren't from Michigan......) $:-\$

WhichDawg · **Reply #4 on:** June 10, 2008, 03:21:28 AM

gafftapegreenia

didn't we have another college/theater person here a short while back?!
and we recommended a Spirit!

the college brains are gonna take over!

gafftapegreenia · **Reply #5 on:** June 10, 2008, 06:27:53 AM

Just if you were wondering, gafftapegreenia is my handle on a tech theatre forum where I basically spend all of my internet time. Gaffers tape is superior to duct tape. As a theatre tech, I am proud to say I am a nerd when it comes to my tools.

I've been a "multi-tool man" for a year now. I bought the Blast right after graduation. I was comparing mutli-tools, and the Blast seemed like a fine choice. I really really like the Blast. Friends keep trying to convert me to Gerber by telling me the Diesel is a great tool. If anything I'll get a SOG Powerlock. I've been wanting the PowerCut, but it keeps getting delayed.

WhichDawg · **Reply #6 on:** June 10, 2008, 07:36:16 AM

have you ever heard of Victorinox? Swisstool, Spirit? they will blow your friends Gerbers outta the basement!

gafftapegreenia · **Reply #7 on:** June 10, 2008, 07:42:13 AM

Yea, I've noticed this board has a thing for Victorinox multi's.

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #8 on:** June 10, 2008, 09:47:35 AM

Quote from: gafftapegreenia on June 10, 2008, 07:42:13 AM

Yea, I've noticed this board has a thing for Victorinox multi's.

More than a thing mate, it's like a full blown obsession

WhichDawg · **Reply #9 on:** June 10, 2008, 12:05:59 PM

lol

all I suggest is you get your hands on one, a simple in hand test,
then you'll know

WH867 · **Reply #10 on:** June 10, 2008, 05:02:44 PM

Don't let all those Vic lovers scare ya off.. There's also a lot of normal people around here

And the part about Swisstools and Spirits blowing gerbers out of the basement. That is a lot closer to myth than reality. IMO

Benner · **Reply #11 on:** June 10, 2008, 06:59:17 PM

Glad to have you on board mate.

Teofilo · **Reply #12 on:** June 11, 2008, 12:49:02 AM

Welcome Gafftegrenia!

duckman1975 · **Reply #13 on:** June 11, 2008, 01:30:54 AM

Welcome to the forum Gafftegrenia! Buy a surge

NutSAK · **Reply #14 on:** June 12, 2008, 04:04:10 PM

Quote from: gafftapegreenia on June 10, 2008, 06:27:53 AM

Gaffers tape is superior to duct tape.

Don't let member DuckTapeHero hear you say that!

(I agree with you--I use gaffer's tape for everything!)

Welcome to MT.org.

gafftapegreenia · **Reply #15 on:** July 10, 2008, 12:02:07 AM

Well it's been a complete month, and in that time I have acquired a:

Leatherman Squirt P4 and S4

Leatherman Kick

Leatherman Knifeless Fuse

Leatherman Juice S2

Vic Tinker

Vic Farmer

Vic Rambler

Wenger Evo 557

And that's just a month.

Tarrodemierda · **Reply #16 on:** July 10, 2008, 12:08:26 AM

imagine how your gear can grow in next 11 months

gafftapegreenia · **Reply #17 on:** July 10, 2008, 01:47:55 AM

Well as much as I love multi's I'm thinking of doing a round of building up my dedicated tools. There's all sorts of Klein and Channellock tools I'd like to add to my kit. Might even consider another power tool, such as a DeWalt jig saw or circular saw.

J-sews · **Reply #18 on:** July 10, 2008, 07:00:54 AM

Spend money on single-purpose tools?! We might just have to revoke your MTorg membership sir!

Smitty44 · **Reply #19 on:** July 10, 2008, 07:18:55 AM

Welcome to the forums GTG,I'm running about a month late,lost my Dad last month,and missed out on a lot of things,but you mentioned klein, chanellock,and dewalt tools,I have all those brands and much more,you will be happy with any of there products.

You mentioned that you have a LM blast,I also picked up one last week,and last month I got a Vic.Spirit for fathers day,I like both,but am now carrying the blast as a EDC,I like the size and tools better,sorry UK mates,but its to hard for me to get the tools out of my Vic.

Tarrodemierda · **Reply #20 on:** July 10, 2008, 08:40:50 AM

Quote from: J-sews on July 10, 2008, 07:00:54 AM

Spend money on single-purpose tools?! We might just have to revoke your MTorg membership sir!

you´ve been warned

Benner · **Reply #21 on:** July 10, 2008, 09:47:03 PM

Quote from: gafftapegreenia on July 10, 2008, 12:02:07 AM

Well it's been a complete month, and in that time I have acquired a:

Leatherman Squirt P4 and S4

Leatherman Kick

Leatherman Knifeless Fuse

Leatherman Juice S2

Vic Tinker

Vic Farmer

Vic Rambler

Wenger Evo 557

And that's just a month.

Finally, someone worse than me!

Some good stuff there mate.

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #22 on:** July 10, 2008, 10:38:20 PM

Good call on the Farmer mate

gafftapegreenia · **Reply #23 on:** July 10, 2008, 11:26:00 PM

So, I'm not allowed single purpose tools? I'd hardly call a wire stripper single purpose. Or linesman pliers. Sure, they don't have a knife that folds out, but they do a lot more than just one thing. Stranger items have been called multi's in the past. And remember, I might not have a pair of pliers, but I ALWAYS have a Leatherman.

Smitty, good to hear you're liking the Blast.

Poncho65 · **Reply #24 on:** July 11, 2008, 04:39:28 AM

Quote from: gafftapegreenia on July 10, 2008, 11:26:00 PM

So, I'm not allowed single purpose tools? I'd hardly call a wire stripper single purpose. Or linesman pliers. Sure, they don't have a knife that folds out, but they do a lot more than just one thing. Stranger items have been called multi's in the past. And remember, I might not have a pair of pliers, but I ALWAYS have a Leatherman.

Smitty, good to hear you're liking the Blast.

Any tool @ sometime or another could technically be called a MT just don't mention what tools you buy on here

And the dogs will be held @ bay

My Blast is also my work edc

Really a fine all around work tool