Workpro 10 in 1The tiniest can opener so far. Non-locking, one third the edge of other claws, and rather blunt. Piercing was not easy, nor was anything else. This is the smallest multi-tool to hold while opening a can. Being blunt, it did not punch through easily. In order to get it to cut and to get a better grip, I had to support the can opener with my thumb. It does not cut well, constantly slipping off the rim, and having a very short and blunt cutting edge. Moving at a snail's pace, my thumb got numb for little reward. If you are unfortunate enough to have this to open a can, be patient and hope that, by the time you're done, your food is still within expiration date.1 points for punching through. 0 for comfort. 2 for not jamming.0 for cutting.0 for not slipping.Total: 3(Image removed from quote.)This is the same size as the Mini-Tool, but their can openers are not. I also supported the Mini-Tool's can opener with my thumb, but it is a wide handle, and thus very comfortable, while also providing a good grip and leverage.(Image removed from quote.)(Image removed from quote.)
They have a couple of models with milled steel handles that are pretty good. I will take some pics this evening. The really big ($40 model) is very high quality overall, but the plier head isn't up to par with the rest of the tool.Sam Lim knows a good bit about WorkPro tools as well.They are not going to dethrone any of the big brands yet, but for cheaper MTs, they are not bad at all.Edit: They are definitely worth having if you're an MT collector.
Their multi-tools are a bit on the bulky side. As for quality it seems a bit hit and miss, but so far nothing extreme in either direction. +1 to bulky and okish. That said I've only tried some of their multitool and cutter range. Anyone have experiences with their toolbags and such stuff?Edit: As for "good-enough" mechanical tools in general: By now most tools like sockets, screwdrivers, wrenches, ratchets and what not have very specific standards. (DIN, ISO, ANSI and so on - they are pretty much identical for the most used ones). Per definition any tool that meets the relevant standard is good enough for its intended use. Thus I suggest checking a brand you trust for what you want, see what standards it meets, and if a reputable but inexpensive brand meets the same standard then very likely good enough.(More expensive brands might manage to meet standard while still being a bit slimmer, lighter, being more durable, stylish or exceeding the standard requirements).
Here we go.. Sam Lim v.s. gerleatherbermanWho shall win the battle of the InterWebZ!3....2....1....FIGHT! .....just kidding!
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Oh Btw, the HD one is available to me at about $25usd shipped. Sadly, I will not even consider buying it again.. That how much I do not like it.. Sorry GLBM.. Purely my personal opinion.
That HD WORKPRO is actually a surprisingly good looking tool for that amount of money. Looks well made too (for a 40 bucks tool)I think something like that makes more sense to have as e.g. ones truck tool or carry in ones backpack (instead of on ones belt)
I was just kidding
I've been going back and forth regarding the big tool. I am sure that, if I order it, it'll arrive, and be a really bad example.
Quote from: MMR on September 21, 2018, 01:16:20 PMHere we go.. Sam Lim v.s. gerleatherbermanWho shall win the battle of the InterWebZ!3....2....1....FIGHT! .....just kidding! I almost fell out of my chair seeing your post. Quote from: Sam Lim on September 21, 2018, 01:04:24 PMOh Btw, the HD one is available to me at about $25usd shipped. Sadly, I will not even consider buying it again.. That how much I do not like it.. Sorry GLBM.. Purely my personal opinion. Interestingly, we seem to completely agree on the small and medium models, so that is cool. I do remember you mentioning yours had a wonky plier pivot. The pivot on mine isn't great, but definitely better than a lot of 'less expensive' MTs. Mine has a slightly oblong pivot, but it doesn't seem to be as big if an issue as it is on your HD WP. Must be a QC issue. Perhaps they'll remedy the QC at some point. Hopefully. And as far as bulky goes, I would agree, except there are a few members on MT.o that love large MTs with big heavy handles, so I'll have to stick with 'large and heavy', as I said above. Only those with large hands and strong backs should consider the HD WP.. I can't slam the file too much, because it does work as well (better in some cases) as SOG's newer files(although that isn't saying much). The cutters on mine work 'o.k.', but not worth writing home about. Mediocre cutters seem to be a pandemic among MT makers right now.I'm glad you mentioned the tool-spring retention on the mid-size model, as I forgot to write about that. It is a nail breaker for sure. Quote from: MMR on September 21, 2018, 08:48:01 AMThat HD WORKPRO is actually a surprisingly good looking tool for that amount of money. Looks well made too (for a 40 bucks tool)I think something like that makes more sense to have as e.g. ones truck tool or carry in ones backpack (instead of on ones belt)The robust toolset and strong frame are definitely noteworthy features and would be well suited to that environment. The hD WP would also make a good hammer or self defense item. Quote from: Sam LimNeither! Cos we are Quote from: MMR on September 21, 2018, 02:41:12 PMI was just kidding
That's what I feared with Tactix tools too.......so far I have only had one bad tool from Tactix though, the rest of them have actually been surprisingly "Okay" for the 1/2 or 1/4 of the price they cost compared to their equivalent from Stanley, Draper etc. I did a comparison of Tactix "vise-grips with a pair of genuine Irwin Vise-grips, and big surprise the Irwin ones were better made, but they were also twice as expensive, and I do want to say that in the time I have had the vice grips from Tactix, I have not had any issues with them.the only bad tool I had from Taxtix was a dual blade knife (utility and regular knife), the thing fell apart the first time I used it, the main reason for that was that it was held together with tiny screws, which after just getting a slight bump and being pressed hard on literally either snapped in half or pulled themselves out including the threading. Hard to explain, I wish I had pictures of it, but overall it was just a bad tool in general, regular knife was too thin as well and it was both poorly made and badly designed.But other than that, I have had all my other tools from Tactix for a few years now and they have seen quite some heavy usage a few times, but none let me down at any time, so I can't complain about them.I can Imagine WORKPRO will be a very similar experienceHere's the comparison I made with the Vice-Grips:https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,78691.0.html
My pliers "stutters" when opening and closing.. That annoys me alot.. Regarding the file, not sure if u can see in the pictures.. The cut is in a different direction from all my other single cut side. Its just not natural for a right handed. It will simply just glide along the material that u are trying to file. Thinking of this... I wonder how those left handers manage on a regular "correct" cut file..
The large work pro looks massive. Certainly falls into the heavy and heavy duty category. You know, one of the criteria I always look for in a multitool is whether or not you can drop it into a sock and beat someone to death with it, because, you never know when that might come in handy.
Quote from: Alan K. on September 22, 2018, 11:52:48 PMThe large work pro looks massive. Certainly falls into the heavy and heavy duty category. You know, one of the criteria I always look for in a multitool is whether or not you can drop it into a sock and beat someone to death with it, because, you never know when that might come in handy. It is the heaviest MT I have ever held. The closest MT, in weight, is the Gerber Freehand(by two or three tenths of an ounce). The WorkPro HD and the Freehand are both impractical, unless of course you need to drop it in a sock and beat some would-be assailant to death, then they are top-notch.
Got this one on the way. Looking forward to trying this one out. Should arrive Tuesday. https://www.amazon.com/WORKPRO-Multitool-Locking-Cutters-Stainless/dp/B07PGNJ61P/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=2IQ85M43UD5KC&keywords=workpro+multitool&qid=1561915430&s=gateway&sprefix=workpro+multi%2Caps%2C148&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1
I have ordered one and I blame u Gman! On a side note, this is a 4in tool. It's should be very interesting. I dun like of that scissors though.. Looks and should work/not work like the ones on Sogs...