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fi Offline Padre

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Mind Shift On Leatherman Tools
on: September 08, 2017, 10:24:35 PM
Due to multiple recent events, and sadly negative, with my Leatherman tools, I have come to an conclusion, that my favorite Leatherman tool isn't the Wave/Charge series anymore.
I know I have some nihilism in me, but trust me, those versions aren't just for me anymore. Oh how bright they shone.  :D

Anyways, I absolutely love the bit exhanger in those. Used to love one handed opening too, its still cool and dead simple, sure, but just not necessary.
Now I have to construct myself a better one, and decided to use Rebar as an starting point.
Lets see what happens.
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By the way, SOGs and Gerbers get their chance to shine meanwhile.
Leatherman:
Charge TTi, AL, Squirt PS4, Surge, Juice XE6, CS4, S2, ST300, Crunch, OHT, MUT, Rebar, Brewzer, Signal, Raptor, Tool Adapter, Croc, Wave, Style CS, Freestyle, Skeletool RX, Micra, Wingman
SOG:
PPP, PowerLock, SwitchPlier 2.0, Paratool, PowerAssist, Reactor, CrossCut, PowerPlay
Gerber:
FliK, MP600 ProScout, MP600 blunt, Dime, MP-1, Diesel, MP400
Bahco:
MTT151, MTT051, MTT121
Knives:
Spyderco PM2, Tatanka, Bug, ZT 0452CF, CS Recon1XL, Benchmade 940-1 and 482
SAKs:
Too many to list here...

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Re: Mind Shift On Leatherman Tools
Reply #1 on: September 08, 2017, 10:46:32 PM
Sorry to hear they didn't work out for you  :-\ Rebar is very moddable and can't wait to see what you come up with :tu: What do you have in mind Padre :think:
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Re: Mind Shift On Leatherman Tools
Reply #2 on: September 08, 2017, 10:57:18 PM
I'll be watching to see what your ideal tool looks like when it's done.  :salute: :popcorn:
Hooked, like everyone else. ;)

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Re: Mind Shift On Leatherman Tools
Reply #3 on: September 08, 2017, 11:02:52 PM
Can you elaborate on what didn't work for you, and why? Not only might we be able to chuck some ideas your way, we have a better appreciation for the new mod you create  :salute:


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Re: Mind Shift On Leatherman Tools
Reply #4 on: September 08, 2017, 11:33:07 PM
Dont get your hopes up too much, I think most things you can do to Rebar easily have been done on these very forums already.
Not inventing the wheel here.
 :rofl:

I had wild ideas, but they were silly.
 :D

Wave/charge lineup just didnt take my needs. Sure fine pieces of tools, but I have found these older style ones being more enjoyable to use when you know that nothing lasts forever.
Not a faulty tool, just an faulty use.

I'm yet to decide what I go for, that why I posted this early to get some cool feedback from cool people.
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Leatherman:
Charge TTi, AL, Squirt PS4, Surge, Juice XE6, CS4, S2, ST300, Crunch, OHT, MUT, Rebar, Brewzer, Signal, Raptor, Tool Adapter, Croc, Wave, Style CS, Freestyle, Skeletool RX, Micra, Wingman
SOG:
PPP, PowerLock, SwitchPlier 2.0, Paratool, PowerAssist, Reactor, CrossCut, PowerPlay
Gerber:
FliK, MP600 ProScout, MP600 blunt, Dime, MP-1, Diesel, MP400
Bahco:
MTT151, MTT051, MTT121
Knives:
Spyderco PM2, Tatanka, Bug, ZT 0452CF, CS Recon1XL, Benchmade 940-1 and 482
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Re: Mind Shift On Leatherman Tools
Reply #5 on: September 09, 2017, 12:01:44 AM
You can take the diamond file from a Charge or Wave and grind the Rebar end pivot on it and put it in the Rebar along with the Wave scissors which is a straight drop in :cheers: Aside from sharpening the can opener and swapping the plier head out from the Wave I am out of ideas :whistle: :D
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Re: Mind Shift On Leatherman Tools
Reply #6 on: September 09, 2017, 12:06:15 AM
I still like my Waves & Charges, but my Skeletool is the one that I carry, paired with a SAK.

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Re: Mind Shift On Leatherman Tools
Reply #7 on: September 09, 2017, 12:26:19 AM
I have nothing againt them, no worries. :)
I just want to try something else now that I have extra parts and such.

+1 to poncho too. That diamond file might actually be a great idea. Too much long tools to choose from...

I was thinking about using TTi and Wave to build my Rebar.

Leatherman:
Charge TTi, AL, Squirt PS4, Surge, Juice XE6, CS4, S2, ST300, Crunch, OHT, MUT, Rebar, Brewzer, Signal, Raptor, Tool Adapter, Croc, Wave, Style CS, Freestyle, Skeletool RX, Micra, Wingman
SOG:
PPP, PowerLock, SwitchPlier 2.0, Paratool, PowerAssist, Reactor, CrossCut, PowerPlay
Gerber:
FliK, MP600 ProScout, MP600 blunt, Dime, MP-1, Diesel, MP400
Bahco:
MTT151, MTT051, MTT121
Knives:
Spyderco PM2, Tatanka, Bug, ZT 0452CF, CS Recon1XL, Benchmade 940-1 and 482
SAKs:
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Re: Mind Shift On Leatherman Tools
Reply #8 on: September 09, 2017, 12:48:58 AM
Link to a thread about putting a diamond file in the Rebar from the Wave :tu:

https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,67481.msg1504578.html#msg1504578

The specific post linked to here is the pics Steve had in the thread originally :cheers:
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Re: Mind Shift On Leatherman Tools
Reply #9 on: September 09, 2017, 12:57:44 AM
I find lately that I need to change up my carry quite often with a different tool(s).

For the past week, my goto has been my REV. I know, you probably hate it, but I love the darn thing.

In addition I carry my Style CS which see's plenty of use.

I've changed up my EDC so much over the years I must have some kind of disorder...

Is there a name for what I have?
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Re: Mind Shift On Leatherman Tools
Reply #10 on: September 09, 2017, 01:54:57 AM
Quote from: Poncho65 on September 09, 2017, 12:48:58 AM
Link to a thread about putting a diamond file in the Rebar from the Wave :tu:

https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,67481.msg1504578.html#msg1504578

The specific post linked to here is the pics Steve had in the thread originally :cheers:

Pics now added from flickr    :cheers:

File from the PST II works even better with less modification.   :tu:
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