Freestyle anyone?

DaveK · **Reply #120 on:** January 22, 2009, 08:51:02 PM

Quote from: dugout on January 22, 2009, 08:48:56 PM

I do carry the bit in the holder not the driver, I just slide out the bit, insert it into the driver. I can use the screwdriver without opening the handles too!

Actually, that is quite a useful feature - I like your style

Poncho65 · **Reply #121 on:** January 22, 2009, 11:05:47 PM

I thought it would turn out that way if you cut off the bottle opener

Now why couldn't LM have figured that out

I mean who wouldn't want to keep the bit driver in the design if at all possible

Welcome to the forum dugout and great pics

donvito · **Reply #122 on:** January 23, 2009, 09:15:21 AM

That mod was first done by another member of ours zepla a month or two ago... http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,7595.0.html

dugout · **Reply #123 on:** January 23, 2009, 01:29:20 PM

I hadn't seen those other mods, missed it somehow. they look great too!!!

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #124 on:** January 24, 2009, 04:14:55 PM

The folks at Leatherman considered it a verification that they'd done the right thing when they heard that members were already modding their own "Freestyles." It makes them feel like they are on the right track with customer demands.

Def

zepla · **Reply #125 on:** January 24, 2009, 06:12:00 PM

If they had kept the bit driver, they were right

NeitherExtreme · **Reply #126 on:** January 24, 2009, 06:48:52 PM

Quote from: zepla on January 24, 2009, 06:12:00 PM

If they had kept the bit driver, they were right

My thoughts as well. $:-\$ Now I think what LM needs to do is make a keychain sized driver, like the get-a-way, that uses their flat bits.

Poncho65 · **Reply #127 on:** January 24, 2009, 07:17:32 PM

They should have left the bit driver in and put a double ended bit in it like the one that comes with the Wave

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #128 on:** January 24, 2009, 09:30:34 PM

Here's another piece of information you guys may be interested in. Leatherman will be switching the blades on the Skeletools so they match up with the Freestyle- partially serrated blades in 440 on the standard Skeletool, and plain edged 154CM on the CX model. So, all those who wanted to swap blades won't have to now, and the collectors among us will know if they have an "original" Skeletool or CX based on the type of blade it has.

No word on when the switch will take place though. I'll see if I can get more info if anyone is interested.

Def

NeitherExtreme · **Reply #129 on:** January 24, 2009, 09:35:21 PM

Quote from: Defender on January 24, 2009, 09:30:34 PM

Here's another piece of information you guys may be interested in. Leatherman will be switching the blades on the Skeletools so they match up with the Freestyle- partially serrated blades in 440 on the standard Skeletool, and plain edged 154CM on the CX model. So, all those who wanted to swap blades won't have to now, and the collectors among us will know if they have an "original" Skeletool or CX based on the type of blade it has.

No word on when the switch will take place though. I'll see if I can get more info if anyone is interested.

Def

That's great! That always made the most sense to me anyway.

zepla · **Reply #130 on:** January 25, 2009, 01:11:30 AM

Hmm, I'm not sure I'm happy with that. I like the 50/50 pe/se as it is on the current cx.

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #131 on:** January 25, 2009, 01:12:44 AM

Well that's the nice thing- you'll always be able to obtain a 2008 model with the 50/50 edge.

Def

Poncho65 · **Reply #132 on:** January 25, 2009, 02:26:34 AM

Wonder if I could get a PE 154 for my reg Skeletool

That would make my Skeley the go to tool if that would happen

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #133 on:** January 25, 2009, 02:35:11 AM

As far as I know they are sticking with the 440 for the standard Skeletool and Freestyle models.

Def

Poncho65 · **Reply #134 on:** January 25, 2009, 04:10:24 AM

Quote from: Defender on January 25, 2009, 02:35:11 AM

As far as I know they are sticking with the 440 for the standard Skeletool and Freestyle models.

Def

Don't the reg and cx version have the same shaped blade though

I might try and see if I can get one from somebody when the time comes if they get any

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #135 on:** January 25, 2009, 06:50:08 PM

Yeah, they are the same blade and I would guess they are interchangeable. I thought you meant geting one like that from the factory!

Def

Death's Head · **Reply #136 on:** February 02, 2009, 05:08:58 AM

Yeah it's small, but I think it's too large for being just two tool. I think the handles could have easily had some simple drivers inclulded.

Gadget Guy · **Reply #137 on:** February 03, 2009, 07:10:33 PM

I like it! CX baby!!!

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #138 on:** February 03, 2009, 07:16:24 PM

I have been carrying these tools for a couple of weeks now, and while I do indeed miss the screwdrivers, they are quite handy, and disappear almost completely when you aren't using them. It's amazing how invisible they are!

These would be a good tool for someone who has to dress up for work as they are light and very, very low key. It's also handy to pair with a decent sized multi, but it really shines when paired with a SAK- something like a Farmer is just about perfect for it as they compliment each other very nicely. The Farmer has the saw, awl and screwdrivers, the Freestyle has the pliers and OH blade, and for more versatility, carry the standard Skeletool and have the partially serrated blade to compliment the plain blade on the Farmer. Plus, the two together still weigh less than most multitools by themselves!

Def

Dunc · **Reply #139 on:** February 03, 2009, 07:42:18 PM

Quote from: Defender on February 03, 2009, 07:16:24 PM

I have been carrying these tools for a couple of weeks now, and while I do indeed miss the screwdrivers, they are quite handy, and disappear almost completely when you aren't using them. It's amazing how invisible they are!

These would be a good tool for someone who has to dress up for work as they are light and very, very low key. It's also handy to pair with a decent sized multi, but it really shines when paired with a SAK- something like a Farmer is just about perfect for it as they compliment each other very nicely. The Farmer has the saw, awl and screwdrivers, the Freestyle has the pliers and OH blade, and for more versatility, carry the standard Skeletool and have the partially serrated blade to compliment the plain blade on the Farmer. Plus, the two together still weigh less than most multitools by themselves!

Def

That makes very good sense

You would have most things covered with those two .Or go with a Climber and you have Scissors too

But no saw

Dunc

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #140 on:** February 03, 2009, 08:00:34 PM

Or a Huntsman and have both...

Or. a Micra/Squirt on your keys.

I saw-pose the choice would be up to you though!

Def

Gene · **Reply #141 on:** February 13, 2009, 09:43:56 PM

Funny because the carabiner and the driver are the MAIN reasons I have a Skeletool. I love being able to just clip it to my belt loop or pocket. This is too minimalist for me but a pliers/knife combo is nice to have on you at all times.

BIG-TARGET · **Reply #142 on:** February 22, 2009, 04:42:56 AM

When will Leatherman Kick off their being put on the market?

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #143 on:** February 22, 2009, 09:27:23 AM

My guess is May, but I will check and let you know.

Def

BIG-TARGET · **Reply #144 on:** February 22, 2009, 01:59:55 PM

I love SAKs & MTs!!! Twice as reliable as women and 1/100th the grief

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #145 on:** February 22, 2009, 02:06:25 PM

Quote from: BIG-TARGET on February 22, 2009, 01:59:55 PM

I love SAKs & MTs!!! Twice as reliable as women and 1/100th the grief

Can't argue with that

BIG-TARGET · **Reply #146 on:** February 22, 2009, 02:06:56 PM

Quote from: jzmtl on January 16, 2009, 04:42:28 AM

Is it me or do they look really weird? Like a guy with no feet.

It's shape does kinda make one come in touch with their feminine side

Bucky · **Reply #147 on:** February 22, 2009, 02:20:02 PM

Quote from: Defender on February 03, 2009, 07:16:24 PM

I have been carrying these tools for a couple of weeks now, and while I do indeed miss the screwdrivers, they are quite handy, and disappear almost completely when you aren't using them. It's amazing how invisible they are!

These would be a good tool for someone who has to dress up for work as they are light and very, very low key. It's also handy to pair with a decent sized multi, but it really shines when paired with a SAK- something like a Farmer is just about perfect for it as they compliment each other very nicely. The Farmer has the saw, awl and screwdrivers, the Freestyle has the pliers and OH blade, and for more versatility, carry the standard Skeletool and have the partially serrated blade to compliment the plain blade on the Farmer. Plus, the two together still weigh less than most multitools by themselves!

Def

Ever since seeing the pics of the new Freestyle, I wondered if the bottom the handles could be used as an emergency screwdriver? It may not work nearly as well as the actual drivers, but if the bottom of the handle could be used in a pinch as a screwdriver kind of like a dime could be, that would probably be useful enough for me because I almost never need a screwdriver except in an emergency.

Bucky

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #148 on:** February 22, 2009, 03:29:47 PM

I suppose it could, but since it's angled instead of flat my best guess is that if you have a big enough screw, you are probably better off with a dime.

Def

Leatherman123 · **Reply #149 on:** February 22, 2009, 05:15:31 PM

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My guess is May, but I will check and let you know.

I was talking to the "knife guy" at Kittery Trading Post, and he said that the Freestyles are going to be coming in real soon.. I don't know if he is right, LOL! $:-\$

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