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Kershaw A100. Another One off the List

us Offline gerleatherberman

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Kershaw A100. Another One off the List
on: October 20, 2018, 02:31:18 AM
A HUGE thanks to CeHo for getting this gorgeous piece of MT history into my hands. He is one of the most kind and conscious people I have ever interacted with. I just wanted to mention that specifically. I've had great experiences with users here, but CeHo was a standout interaction. The tool is exactly as he specified and absolutely awesome. I had never even seen an A100 in person, so having a pristine example as my first is awesome. THANK YOU, CeHo! :salute:

So, as of today, the A100 is crossed off my list of grail tools. :woohoo:

Oh, I almos forgot.
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Re: Kershaw A100. Another One off the List
Reply #1 on: October 20, 2018, 02:37:07 AM
Nice !   Congrats  :cheers:


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Re: Kershaw A100. Another One off the List
Reply #2 on: October 20, 2018, 04:43:54 AM
 :like:

I've never seen one in person either.   :o :D
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Re: Kershaw A100. Another One off the List
Reply #3 on: October 20, 2018, 05:49:31 AM
Nice !   Congrats  :cheers:
Thank you, Steve! :cheers:

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I've never seen one in person either.   :o :D
Thank you, Pacu! :cheers:
I can honestly say that it lives up to the hype. I didn't expect the level of fit and finish on the A100 that is has (at least the one I received). If you find one for sale at a reasonable price, it is a great collection piece.  :)
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Re: Kershaw A100. Another One off the List
Reply #4 on: October 20, 2018, 09:15:37 AM
Nice !   Congrats  :cheers:
Thank you, Steve! :cheers:

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I've never seen one in person either.   :o :D
Thank you, Pacu! :cheers:
I can honestly say that it lives up to the hype. I didn't expect the level of fit and finish on the A100 that is has (at least the one I received). If you find one for sale at a reasonable price, it is a great collection piece.  :)

+1

I was also pleasantly surprised when I held it in my hands for the first time (and yes pfrsantos, that's what she said  ;)).

It's a great piece of multitool history, but it's a great tool as well.  And the fit and finish on the one that I got was also perfect.   I read that this one predates the Crunch, and that it was the first multitool with a OHO blade, long before the Wave.

I'm happy for you that you had the chance to add it to your collection  :cheers:.


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Re: Kershaw A100. Another One off the List
Reply #5 on: October 20, 2018, 02:44:57 PM
Thank you, Top-Gear! :cheers:

Indeed, he OHO blade is a first and executed very well. The jaws have the least play(as in none with the a100) I've ever seen on looking pliers as well. :iagree:

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Re: Kershaw A100. Another One off the List
Reply #6 on: October 20, 2018, 05:15:10 PM
 :woohoo:

yes, what a nice vintage tool is that... :multi:

the A100 is built tough, solid, and sturdy 
designed well, strong, and very precise
you can debate whether it looks purdy
but you can tell that it's worth its price

 :hatsoff:

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MTs: Surge (2x), Skeletool CX, Rebar, Blast, Fuse, Micra, Squirt (3x), Wave, Crunch, Mini, Spirit (2x), Pro Scout, MP700 (2x), Diesel, Powerlock, PowerPlier (2x), PocketPowerPlier, Blacktip , ST6 (2x), 5WR, A100

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Re: Kershaw A100. Another One off the List
Reply #7 on: October 20, 2018, 05:34:33 PM
Thank you very much. I must give the compliment back. It is a pleasure to deal with you!!!

Thanks for sharing the pics!

Best regards and thanks for all.

CeHo


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Re: Kershaw A100. Another One off the List
Reply #8 on: October 20, 2018, 08:58:00 PM
I also have a A100 pretty much new.  I was enamored with it immediately.  Its such a wonderful MT and very well made. 

Congrats to you.  Well done CeHo 
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Re: Kershaw A100. Another One off the List
Reply #9 on: October 20, 2018, 09:11:19 PM
 :cheers:


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Re: Kershaw A100. Another One off the List
Reply #10 on: October 21, 2018, 02:43:47 AM
:woohoo:

yes, what a nice vintage tool is that... :multi:

the A100 is built tough, solid, and sturdy 
designed well, strong, and very precise
you can debate whether it looks purdy
but you can tell that it's worth its price

 :hatsoff:

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Thank you very much, TP! :cheers:
I should have known you had one. Very nice A100 and crew. :like:

Thank you very much. I must give the compliment back. It is a pleasure to deal with you!!!

Thanks for sharing the pics!

Best regards and thanks for all.

CeHo
You're very welcomed and Thank You! :cheers:

I also have a A100 pretty much new.  I was enamored with it immediately.  Its such a wonderful MT and very well made. 

Congrats to you.  Well done CeHo 
Thank you, Aloha!  :cheers:

I've been trying to locate one thing that isn't just-right on the one I have. Can't seem to find anything.  :multi:
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Re: Kershaw A100. Another One off the List
Reply #11 on: October 21, 2018, 11:43:00 AM
I've been trying to locate one thing that isn't just-right on the one I have. Can't seem to find anything.  :multi:

I've had a couple of A100/Craftsman 45516's with broken/missing screws ( I think the factory may have over-tightened them at original assembly).

A more common fault is corrosion on the metal saw (it is obviously made of different metal).  However Craftsman made a repair kit  (45517) which included a replacement metal saw (and other tool components)
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Re: Kershaw A100. Another One off the List
Reply #12 on: October 21, 2018, 06:37:50 PM
I've been trying to locate one thing that isn't just-right on the one I have. Can't seem to find anything.  :multi:

I've had a couple of A100/Craftsman 45516's with broken/missing screws ( I think the factory may have over-tightened them at original assembly).

A more common fault is corrosion on the metal saw (it is obviously made of different metal).  However Craftsman made a repair kit  (45517) which included a replacement metal saw (and other tool components)

yeah my metal saw is rusted,
and my blade pivot got busted,
but, this tool I have trusted,
since so well was it crafted    8)

My toys:

MTs: Surge (2x), Skeletool CX, Rebar, Blast, Fuse, Micra, Squirt (3x), Wave, Crunch, Mini, Spirit (2x), Pro Scout, MP700 (2x), Diesel, Powerlock, PowerPlier (2x), PocketPowerPlier, Blacktip , ST6 (2x), 5WR, A100

SAKs: Bantam, Executive, Ambassador, Minichamp, Classic Alox, Champion, Farmer, Explorer, Swisschamp, Golf Tool, Wenger Champ, EVO 52, Pocket Tool Chest


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Re: Kershaw A100. Another One off the List
Reply #13 on: October 21, 2018, 06:52:58 PM
Thank you, gentlemen! I am going to go put a coat of protective oil on the saw blade, since it looks brand new right now. :)
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