Quick point:Leatherman: New Wave+, Charge AL+ and Charge Tti+.Pre-production specimens were on display, the production model would have "+" stamped on scales. ALX is no more, the AL would have additional cutting hook on serrated blade. No other changes made.
so far most things are boring, unrefreshing or pretty standard. I feel underwhelmed with what most brands have to offer.The ones I liked the most where the new Condor Amalgam, the ZT Hinderer collab (obviously out of my price range and comfortable purchases), and the Spyderco multi tools (Even those were overpriced and seem like they have lots of wasted space) Most of the new Kershaws looked very good, but considering that they are 2-3 times their US price here in Europe, I won't' ever ge my hands on them Also Buck came out with their ultra lightweight 110 but I don't care for that model, just think it is nice and a long-desired addition to their catalog.And even if I could have all the above for 1/4th of their retail price, I have too many tools and knives and stuff so I don't really feel like acquiring new stuff this year
so far most things are boring, unrefreshing or pretty standard. I feel underwhelmed with what most brands have to offer.
I have videos and photos of new SOG & Gerber, will post them tonight. Going to meet with Tim Leatherman now. Remember to ask me what you want to see.
Great work Kampfer so far.
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Quote from: Kampfer on January 25, 2018, 03:34:58 AM(Image removed from quote.)Awesome Don't suppose you could stop by the Air Arms booth could you?
Quote from: Smashie on January 25, 2018, 05:57:11 AMQuote from: Kampfer on January 25, 2018, 03:34:58 AM(Image removed from quote.)Awesome Don't suppose you could stop by the Air Arms booth could you? Air Arms is not a listed exhbitor
Quote from: Kampfer on January 25, 2018, 06:18:18 AMQuote from: Smashie on January 25, 2018, 05:57:11 AMQuote from: Kampfer on January 25, 2018, 03:34:58 AM(Image removed from quote.)Awesome Don't suppose you could stop by the Air Arms booth could you? Air Arms is not a listed exhbitorProbably under Air Guns of Arizona
Quote from: Smashie on January 25, 2018, 07:04:41 AMQuote from: Kampfer on January 25, 2018, 06:18:18 AMQuote from: Smashie on January 25, 2018, 05:57:11 AMQuote from: Kampfer on January 25, 2018, 03:34:58 AM(Image removed from quote.)Awesome Don't suppose you could stop by the Air Arms booth could you? Air Arms is not a listed exhbitorProbably under Air Guns of ArizonaFound it, what do you like to know?
Quote from: Kampfer on January 25, 2018, 07:15:55 AMQuote from: Smashie on January 25, 2018, 07:04:41 AMQuote from: Kampfer on January 25, 2018, 06:18:18 AMQuote from: Smashie on January 25, 2018, 05:57:11 AMQuote from: Kampfer on January 25, 2018, 03:34:58 AM(Image removed from quote.)Awesome Don't suppose you could stop by the Air Arms booth could you? Air Arms is not a listed exhbitorProbably under Air Guns of ArizonaFound it, what do you like to know?Just your take on it, if you have time, they just launched a new rifle aimed (ahem) at the US market
spoke to Tim Leatherman for an hour, super nice guy, very down to earth, wrote down all my opinions and suggestions.A few highlights of our conversation:Request for replaceable cutter on Wave / Charge. Addressed.Request for Blunt nose pliers. Noted.Request for more focus and attention on developing MT for working men instead of hipsters. Noted. Tim admits he thought the Tread was a gimmick and not sure about it, but it is selling as fast as Leatherman can produce it.Tim was very curious about why my brother switched from ST300 to CenterDrive. My brother gave him a ear full.Tim smiled and lightly hinted there is something in the work to counter it. Tim explained why he offers the 25 years warranty instead of the common life time warranty... A very interesting story.In his time, magazines were full advisement of cheap junk knives and tools came with "Life Time Warranty", he felt such term was over used, he decided on 25 years. In reality, Leatherman's warranty is a life time guarantee.
Quote from: ThePeacent on January 24, 2018, 06:19:56 PMso far most things are boring, unrefreshing or pretty standard. I feel underwhelmed with what most brands have to offer.+1Few Condors I liked, but that braided wire thing that now seems standard on their handles doesn't do it for me.