I'm in.. :tu:
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-TDiEpCoTr-0/TYINChIz50I/AAAAAAAAGtQ/GrrXn29IkKw/s640/DSC07545.JPG)
I'm in. :D
BO CC SuperTool
(http://i51.tinypic.com/2qi2osg.jpg)
I'm in. :D
BO CC SuperTool
(http://i51.tinypic.com/2qi2osg.jpg)
Zed, I'll have to check.
My favorite original SuperTool. It`s a 0995-10095. It has a the best of the old and later refinements that I like. :)
My favorite original SuperTool. It`s a 0995-10095. It has a the best of the old and later refinements that I like. :)
cool picture david, has yours got the hardwire notch ? :tu:
Here is a group pic I had taken a while back :tu: Supertool is 1 of my fav MTs period :DAmazing line-up Ponch.. 8) :tu:
(http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e276/poncho6556/Picture002-6.jpg)
Here is a group pic I had taken a while back :tu: Supertool is 1 of my fav MTs period :DAmazing line-up Ponch.. 8) :tu:
(http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e276/poncho6556/Picture002-6.jpg)
Count me in :D.
My first multitool (and still one of my favorites), bought it late '94 (it's dated 1094), and this big boy was always by my side during the last 3 years of high-school and at my first job, it was only in 2003 that I bought myself a second Leatherman (Wave).
Since I can't seem to find a picture with only the Supertool on it I will post one with a couple of tools next to it ;).
(http://i739.photobucket.com/albums/xx39/Rikske77/Multitools/CIMG1311.jpg)
(http://i739.photobucket.com/albums/xx39/Rikske77/Multitools/CIMG1301.jpg)
I cant find one so thought i would start one, great tool, here is my 0496 coded model :tu:
hardwire notch/leatherman USA on pliers, has anyone anything different :tu:
I cant find one so thought i would start one, great tool, here is my 0496 coded model :tu:
hardwire notch/leatherman USA on pliers, has anyone anything different :tu:
Sign me up. I bought a Super Tool shortly after they became available and it replaced the PST as my EDC multitool. The Super Tool handles are dated 0495 and 0595.
My Super Tool lacks a hard wire cutter.
(http://parnass.com/images/supertool-old-cutters.jpg)
One down, thousands to go eh Mat? :D
Thanks again Turnsouth :cheers: :cheers:.
I've got an interesting question regarding the locking tools on a ST, what happens if you open all the tools on one side of the handle how do you close them afterwards? :think:
I've got an interesting question regarding the locking tools on a ST, what happens if you open all the tools on one side of the handle how do you close them afterwards? :think:
Use a screwdriver to lift the latch up enough to unlock the tools.
now that's a good looking ST you got there.Thanks. the best ebay score to date.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/14/hysepuvu.jpg):P
SURGE!!!
Ohhhhhhh...........Supertool.......as in the model.........
Btw, nice pic bdAmmo.
that's us mobile
Checking in with my Super Tools :salute:
(http://i971.photobucket.com/albums/ae191/bdAmmo/image_zps216c0edd.jpg) (http://s971.photobucket.com/user/bdAmmo/media/image_zps216c0edd.jpg.html)
Didn't need to change to pivot out as the lock stops them folding in.
Didn't need to change to pivot out as the lock stops them folding in.
I understand that, just was wondering... After all, the Pulse has the pivot out ones as well, and is locked too.
Didn't need to change to pivot out as the lock stops them folding in.
I understand that, just was wondering... After all, the Pulse has the pivot out ones as well, and is locked too.
My guess is that with the Pulse they just wanted to save on machining new parts and so used as many from the late model PST/PST II as they could. AFAIK the Supertool never changed tools, in fact the later Supertool 200 still used the 'pivot in' tools.
Does anyone know why lm changed the locking meachnism for the supertool 200?Leatherman came out with the Pulse and saw that they could use the same unlocking design when they wanted to improve on the Original Super Tool in which the ST200 came out after.
The problem that all tools can be locked open and a screwdriver is needed for closure could have been circumvented by integrating a non-locking tool which just lifts the hook.
Afterall i do not think that this problem should arise all too often. What do you think?
I've never been convinced that the change was made to prevent all the blade from getting stuck open all the time. No, I think it was simply that they'd come up with a lock system that didn't rely on having to fish out another tool.
Personally I never had an issue with the original method, but I can see why a designer, with the option of using a dedicated lock release, would go for it.
I believe Bob has a prototype/in-house design that has the ST200 rolled edges, but without any roll-locks. A sort of half way between an original and a 200. 8)
When i first got my Supertool it took me effectively only 5 minutes to get all tools stuck open :-[
These answers ae about what i expected: Stuck tools is not really a problem and the change has only been made to have an obvious selling point over the old tool.
I would really love to see a modern KISS tool from leatherman.
When i first got my Supertool it took me effectively only 5 minutes to get all tools stuck open :-[
Nice looking Supertool. What is the date codes on it?
Hold Fast
Here are the pics of my Supertool:
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/IMG_20140414_153117_682_zps1c55bd4c.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/IMG_20140414_153117_682_zps1c55bd4c.jpg.html)
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/IMG_20140414_153130_666_zps68c342a2.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/IMG_20140414_153130_666_zps68c342a2.jpg.html)
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/IMG_20140414_153239_490_zps26e2c64d.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/IMG_20140414_153239_490_zps26e2c64d.jpg.html)
Nice shot of your ST MR. What the date codes on your ST? The reason I ask is it appears to have the older knife blade and a small pivot plier head.
Thanks for that link David :salute: It's always interesting to see these differences over the lifespan of these tools. Makes me wish I had the saber type blade though as I like the looks of those.
Hey! I didn't know about this place!!!
Yes, it's the same old tired pic of my '97 ST. :D
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/OrigSuperTool_zps85d26147.jpg)
Count me in with BO date codes 0596/0696 and SS 0796/0896
The BO has the larger pivot on the pliers and the SS has the smaller as you can see in the pics.
(http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k115/asc67/Multi%20tools%20and%20Knifes/Supertools/IMG_5470_zpsfgr6q3oo.jpg)
(http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k115/asc67/Multi%20tools%20and%20Knifes/Supertools/IMG_5474_zps5t06hhlm.jpg)
(http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k115/asc67/Multi%20tools%20and%20Knifes/Supertools/IMG_5478_zpsebz9bfkw.jpg)
(http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e330/426cih/DSCN4084_zpszxvbtqar.jpg)
This is my new Supertool. I like it more than I thought I would. The leather sheath is just awesome, it's the most flexible, smooth leather I have ever seen. It's an April/98 model.
Ooh ooh, I'm an ST Owner!
I even use it sometimes. It is my Alt Carry when I do not feel like the Wave.
I try not to abuse it because I only have one :multi:
Sorry, no pics :(
You're a wildman Obi!!!!!! :D :tu:
You're a wildman Obi!!!!!! :D :tu:
Hey! I didn't know about this place!!!(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/OrigSuperTool_zps85d26147.jpg)
Yes, it's the same old tired pic of my '87 ST.
Hey! I didn't know about this place!!!(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/OrigSuperTool_zps85d26147.jpg)
Yes, it's the same old tired pic of my '87 ST.
Hey brother you need to check that date.I believe the ST was introduced about 1994.
Nice sheath by the way.
Here's mine with a 8/94 date code.
Whoa. Awesome picture.
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Has anyone noticed that their OG supertools have a lot more handle flex when you squeeze them together than most other leathermans?
Has anyone noticed that their OG supertools have a lot more handle flex when you squeeze them together than most other leathermans?
Has anyone noticed that their OG supertools have a lot more handle flex when you squeeze them together than most other leathermans?
Nope never noticed that. And I've handled a lot of Leathermans.
Great shots guys!
Welcome aboard Roman! You found a super nice one there, complete with the box. I have a 5/95 Super Tool and have never seen that symbol before, but I'm on the lower end of the knowledge curve on this.
welcome to the forum LHW :cheers:Thank you. I will look there.
If you want an original one your best bet is to look on E-bay. They do come up once and awhile.
Sweet ! Welcome to the club :cheers:
I've been sheath carrying mine all day and yeah it's nice and slim don't notice it at all.
I wish it did, but that would add bulk/weight, which would make it even harder to pocket carry. At least for me anyway.I've been sheath carrying mine all day and yeah it's nice and slim don't notice it at all.
If it had push locks like the Supertool 300 and Rebar than there would have been no need for the Supertool 300 or Rebar 8)
I wish it did, but that would add bulk/weight, which would make it even harder to pocket carry. At least for me anyway.I've been sheath carrying mine all day and yeah it's nice and slim don't notice it at all.
If it had push locks like the Supertool 300 and Rebar than there would have been no need for the Supertool 300 or Rebar 8)
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Good point :tu: Too bad they won't rework that on retired tools. That would be most excellent.I wish it did, but that would add bulk/weight, which would make it even harder to pocket carry. At least for me anyway.I've been sheath carrying mine all day and yeah it's nice and slim don't notice it at all.
If it had push locks like the Supertool 300 and Rebar than there would have been no need for the Supertool 300 or Rebar 8)
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That's true but if it had locks similar in size to the ones on the Blast then I don't think it would be as bad and might not even add much bulk at all :think: :tu:
Good point :tu: Too bad they won't rework that on retired tools. That would be most excellent.I wish it did, but that would add bulk/weight, which would make it even harder to pocket carry. At least for me anyway.I've been sheath carrying mine all day and yeah it's nice and slim don't notice it at all.
If it had push locks like the Supertool 300 and Rebar than there would have been no need for the Supertool 300 or Rebar 8)
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That's true but if it had locks similar in size to the ones on the Blast then I don't think it would be as bad and might not even add much bulk at all :think: :tu:
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I'm finally back in this club. Got a Mint, completely unused ST with leather sheath off ebay the other day. It's a 1198 model, and still had the original oil stuck between the blades. It had seriously never been used at all, even the sticker was still on it. A bit stiff at first but it loosened up after I oiled properly.
I'm finally back in this club. Got a Mint, completely unused ST with leather sheath off ebay the other day. It's a 1198 model, and still had the original oil stuck between the blades. It had seriously never been used at all, even the sticker was still on it. A bit stiff at first but it loosened up after I oiled properly.
Pics man pics :pok:
I'm finally back in this club. Got a Mint, completely unused ST with leather sheath off ebay the other day. It's a 1198 model, and still had the original oil stuck between the blades. It had seriously never been used at all, even the sticker was still on it. A bit stiff at first but it loosened up after I oiled properly.
Pics man pics :pok:
I'm at work, lemme get home and I will try to snap a SteveC-worthy pic of this beauty!
2 original supertools with their pretty much unused leatherman tool adapter
2 original supertools with their pretty much unused leatherman tool adapter
That sheath is awesome!2 original supertools with their pretty much unused leatherman tool adapter
They made a old school combo sheath to hold the Supertool, adapter and a sleeve of bits.
here are a couple on E-bay
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Large-Leatheman-Sheath-Can-Hold-Up-To-Three-Medium-Sized-Leathermans-/272239468887?hash=item3f62bca157:g:3LIAAOSwcOFWbLEN
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Large-Leatherman-Leather-Sheath-Holster-/121994800555?hash=item1c6774edab:g:z9QAAOSwubRXFDUp
(http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/3LIAAOSwcOFWbLEN/s-l1600.jpg)
(http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/lL8AAOSwf-VWbLEd/s-l1600.jpg)
(http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/2aIAAOSwR5dXTEND/s-l1600.jpg)
The Supertool is like a Lay's potato chip "You can just have one" :D
Nice pic Mark :tu:
Nice pic Mark :tu:Cheers buddy
Cheers buddyNice pic Mark :tu:
+1 :cheers:
Some how, I got out of the house this morning with out a primary blade, so my Supertool is getting quite a workout! :multi:
+1Some how, I got out of the house this morning with out a primary blade, so my Supertool is getting quite a workout! :multi:
And this kids is why it is always important to have a MT with you at all times :pok: :D
All I have on me today is my Supertool and my Micra :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
All I have on me today is my Supertool and my Micra :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Good combo :cheers:
All I have on me today is my Supertool and my Micra :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Good combo :cheers:
Yeah, I don't feel lacking, I just normally have a dedicated blade, either a Kershaw or Spyderco.
All I have on me today is my Supertool and my Micra :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Good combo :cheers:
Yeah, I don't feel lacking, I just normally have a dedicated blade, either a Kershaw or Spyderco.
I usually just carry a smaller SAK (executive) with scissors and if I need a blade at work usually the Gerber EAB folding utility blade knife :cheers:
Love that shot Steve!!! 8)
Thanks fellas :cheers:
Nice color contrast Weasel :cheers:Ditto, nice pic Weasel :tu:
Cheers buddyNice color contrast Weasel :cheers:Ditto, nice pic Weasel :tu:
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Which model of original Super Tool is better? Older with bigger pivot or newer with smaller pivot?
Which model of original Super Tool is better? Older with bigger pivot or newer with smaller pivot?
Which model of original Super Tool is better? Older with bigger pivot or newer with smaller pivot?
Not sure which is better but out of all my OG Supertools the only ones that didn't have a slightly loose or really loose plier pivot are the ones with the larger pivot. They are smooth with no play in them and just the right tension.
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160630/ccfe0d5e90846f8fae13039e6d2557d5.jpg)Looks brand new!
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It did appear unused when I got it, even though the seller said it was used. It still had the sticker on it and showed no sign of use.(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160630/ccfe0d5e90846f8fae13039e6d2557d5.jpg)Looks brand new!
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Not like mine.
Gohard
It did appear unused when I got it, even though the seller said it was used. It still had the sticker on it and showed no sign of use.(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160630/ccfe0d5e90846f8fae13039e6d2557d5.jpg)Looks brand new!
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Not like mine.
Gohard
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And how does a new Leatherman smell Poncho???It did appear unused when I got it, even though the seller said it was used. It still had the sticker on it and showed no sign of use.(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160630/ccfe0d5e90846f8fae13039e6d2557d5.jpg)Looks brand new!
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Not like mine.
Gohard
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I love it when they still have the sticker on them and you get that new LM smell :dd:
And how does a new Leatherman smell Poncho???It did appear unused when I got it, even though the seller said it was used. It still had the sticker on it and showed no sign of use.(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160630/ccfe0d5e90846f8fae13039e6d2557d5.jpg)Looks brand new!
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Not like mine.
Gohard
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I love it when they still have the sticker on them and you get that new LM smell :dd:
Gohard
Haha. Wouldn't have thought if that. Didn't even cross my mind.And how does a new Leatherman smell Poncho???It did appear unused when I got it, even though the seller said it was used. It still had the sticker on it and showed no sign of use.(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160630/ccfe0d5e90846f8fae13039e6d2557d5.jpg)Looks brand new!
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Not like mine.
Gohard
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I love it when they still have the sticker on them and you get that new LM smell :dd:
Gohard
Like flowers and sunshine all rolled up together :dd:
Haha. Wouldn't have thought if that. Didn't even cross my mind.And how does a new Leatherman smell Poncho???It did appear unused when I got it, even though the seller said it was used. It still had the sticker on it and showed no sign of use.(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160630/ccfe0d5e90846f8fae13039e6d2557d5.jpg)Looks brand new!
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Not like mine.
Gohard
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I love it when they still have the sticker on them and you get that new LM smell :dd:
Gohard
Like flowers and sunshine all rolled up together :dd:
Gohard
All these pics almost make me wished I had picked my OG Supertool to carry for the challenge :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
All these pics almost make me wished I had picked my OG Supertool to carry for the challenge :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Switch before it's too late :pok:
Oh, it needs more than just a clean!
- Can opener is broken
- Plain blade is broken off leaving just a stub stuck inside the handle
- Serrated blade has been ground down into a plain edge. :ahhh
- Plier handles are very loose - should there be any springs or anything inside the handles?
- Dome on the sheath replaced with velcro (and LOTS of glue) :facepalm:
Yowsa ! that one is a bit rough. Good luck in bringing it back :tu:Ditto!
A vinegar bath followed by a WD40/CRC massage. I will try to replace the broken tools. One of the handle pivots in particular is either very loose or the hole in the plier head has become enlarged - there is a lot of slop.
I might start a separate thread on it'srustrestoration...
Oh, it needs more than just a clean!
- Can opener is broken
- Plain blade is broken off leaving just a stub stuck inside the handle
- Serrated blade has been ground down into a plain edge. :ahhh
- Plier handles are very loose - should there be any springs or anything inside the handles?
- Dome on the sheath replaced with velcro (and LOTS of glue) :facepalm:
The number inside says: 0195.
Could anyone help me to understand how old is it?
Nice old ST Erdo :tu:Thanks steve, I bought this supertool in 1995 :cheers:
Welcome to the forum :cheers:
Nice old ST Erdo :tu:Thanks steve, I bought this supertool in 1995 :cheers:
Welcome to the forum :cheers:
Nice old ST Erdo :tu:Thank you very much poncho65Thanks steve, I bought this supertool in 1995 :cheers:
Welcome to the forum :cheers:
Wow that is awesome :cheers: Congrats on joining the club and of course
Welcome to :MTO: :tu:
(http://i.imgur.com/bhUyEwIh.jpg)
Looking at all those originals, now I'd like to buy a new model just for making a comparison...
Actually I already own an original one, see some post before, but I 'd like to check the new release...
Actually I already own an original one, see some post before, but I 'd like to check the new release...
:cheers:
We're just saying any of the Supertools are great be it the OG, ST200 or the ST300 :tu:
Will you let me in with this poor old thing?Have you ever got er fixed up?
(http://i529.photobucket.com/albums/dd338/syncop8r/Multitools/Super%20Tool/As%20bought/20160714_190642.jpg) (http://s529.photobucket.com/user/syncop8r/media/Multitools/Super%20Tool/As%20bought/20160714_190642.jpg.html)
(http://i529.photobucket.com/albums/dd338/syncop8r/Multitools/Super%20Tool/As%20bought/20160714_190413.jpg) (http://s529.photobucket.com/user/syncop8r/media/Multitools/Super%20Tool/As%20bought/20160714_190413.jpg.html)
05/96. She's gonna need some work....
Have you ever got er fixed up?
:tu:Have you ever got er fixed up?
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,68039.msg1330142.html#msg1330142
(http://i.imgur.com/xasF2wXh.jpg)
Great to have you back :cheers:
That is awesome JN :tu: :tu:
Welcome to the forum and the club :cheers:
CC OG
(http://i.imgur.com/GNAtBYzh.jpg)
Wow, I thought my 5/95 was an oldie!!
CC OG
(http://i.imgur.com/GNAtBYzh.jpg)
Really great pic today Steve :like:
Wow, I thought my 5/95 was an oldie!!
That is still a pretty old one Barry ;) :like:
:cheers: It's not seen heavy use prior to me, so it's still pretty tight. I need a ST200 to complete the lineup :DWow, I thought my 5/95 was an oldie!!
That is still a pretty old one Barry ;) :like:
:cheers: It's not seen heavy use prior to me, so it's still pretty tight. I need a ST200 to complete the lineup :DWow, I thought my 5/95 was an oldie!!
That is still a pretty old one Barry ;) :like:
Do it! They're great.
:cheers: It's not seen heavy use prior to me, so it's still pretty tight. I need a ST200 to complete the lineup :DWow, I thought my 5/95 was an oldie!!
That is still a pretty old one Barry ;) :like:
Do it! They're great.
Yes the ST 200 is a great tool in the line-up :cheers:AlmostIs a must have tool :D
:cheers: It's not seen heavy use prior to me, so it's still pretty tight. I need a ST200 to complete the lineup :DWow, I thought my 5/95 was an oldie!!
That is still a pretty old one Barry ;) :like:
Do it! They're great.
Yes the ST 200 is a great tool in the line-up :cheers:AlmostIs a must have tool :D
FIFY ;)
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Great pics Poncho :cheers:
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(http://i.imgur.com/KENJljxh.jpg)
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Yes you do :pok:
:cheers: :like: :tu:
(http://i.imgur.com/bZQLAWXh.jpg)
Great shot of a classic :tu: :like: :tu:
Nice!
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Got home before dark and decided to take a couple pics real quick :cheers:
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/1/299/30858883353_14b506e8eb_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/P1TQUZ)20161215_160440 (https://flic.kr/p/P1TQUZ) by Poncho 65 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148903443@N02/), on Flickr
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:multi:
...used to save Marlboro Miles for a friend who used to smoke- hide them, wrap them in two rolls full of tape etc. :whistle:
He surprised me with it, I thought the name meant I was supposed to be in leather work ??
I think I'll try pocket v.sheath carry...
(http://i.imgur.com/mhkFUIJh.jpg)
Thanks - phone cam if I can!:multi:
...used to save Marlboro Miles for a friend who used to smoke- hide them, wrap them in two rolls full of tape etc. :whistle:
He surprised me with it, I thought the name meant I was supposed to be in leather work ??
I think I'll try pocket v.sheath carry...
I'd like to see a pic of that for sure :tu:
Thanks - phone cam if I can!:multi:
...used to save Marlboro Miles for a friend who used to smoke- hide them, wrap them in two rolls full of tape etc. :whistle:
He surprised me with it, I thought the name meant I was supposed to be in leather work ??
I think I'll try pocket v.sheath carry...
I'd like to see a pic of that for sure :tu:
Now that's a rockin' MT :D :like:
(http://i.imgur.com/cSfk2avh.jpg)
Nice pic buddy :like: :cheers: :tu:
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I'm back in :D
I'm back in :D
Glad to have you back in Zed :cheers: :cheers: :like:
They are just about as solid of a MT as any out there and if the lock system had been a tad better/different then I think it would still be in production :salute: :like:
They are just about as solid of a MT as any out there and if the lock system had been a tad better/different then I think it would still be in production :salute: :like:
Being a bit simple :D I like the old locking system on the old super tool as less parts to break :tu:
Welcome back Zed :tu:
:like: :tu:
Nice pic poncho :salute:
(http://i.imgur.com/v1SJPRkh.jpg)
What have you got planned Syncop8r for the OG Supertool :dd:Nothing too exciting, just replacing the file.
Just got a an original supertool. Does anyone know when one with 0299 stamped on both of the handle sections was made?
Just got a an original supertool. Does anyone know when one with 0299 stamped on both of the handle sections was made?
The date code is month:year so you're looking at feb 1999.
Just got a an original supertool. Does anyone know when one with 0299 stamped on both of the handle sections was made?
The date code is month:year so you're looking at feb 1999.
Awesome thanks!
Mine only says Leathrrman Tool Portland Or- oh, a bunch of lines and numb... oh rulers ...
It is a 90s Marlboro Miles...
Supertool :tu:
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Poncho 65 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148903443@N02/), on Flickr
PST :cheers: This is an older style one :tu:
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Cool pic Steve :salute:
Nice ones you two :cheers: :like: :tu:
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Nice pics Zed, Steve and Mons :tu: :like: :like::cheers:
I almost see only single supertools , so here is my superset with bits. :multi:
I almost see only single supertools , so here is my superset with bits. :multi:
Very cool set there Kabelventje :like: :cheers: :tu:
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Feel like carrying mine, if someone complains, I wont fix a #^/$÷ thing again for the #$*^!=!
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Great pic Steve :like:
Great pic Steve :like:
Couple great pics Zed :salute: :like: :like:
Great pic Steve :like:
Couple great pics Zed :salute: :like: :like:
Nice pics Zed :cheers:
Nice pic :like: :tu:
No belt this time of year, maybe pocket carry? But I really want to keep it nice, collectable.....
No belt this time of year, maybe pocket carry? But I really want to keep it nice, collectable.....
No belt this time of year, maybe pocket carry? But I really want to keep it nice, collectable.....
Maybe add one of these Nite Ize pocket clips
https://www.amazon.com/Nite-Ize-NBC-03-11-Belt-Clip/dp/B007CBSBM4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1493574014&sr=8-1&keywords=nite+ize+pocket+clip
I buy but then keep it nice and new! I need EDC help :ahhhNo belt this time of year, maybe pocket carry? But I really want to keep it nice, collectable.....
Just use it as I'm still yet too find a modern MT thats much better :salute:
I buy but then keep it nice and new! I need EDC help :ahhhNo belt this time of year, maybe pocket carry? But I really want to keep it nice, collectable.....
Just use it as I'm still yet too find a modern MT thats much better :salute:
Nice ! :cheers:
Thanks Steve and Zed :salute: :tu:Thanks, and the same to all of you :tu:
and another great pic Mons :like: :like:
Thanks for the link Steve - had one, high quality but a very big shiny ad that I am carrying something ( NYC. :( )No belt this time of year, maybe pocket carry? But I really want to keep it nice, collectable.....
Maybe add one of these Nite Ize pocket clips
https://www.amazon.com/Nite-Ize-NBC-03-11-Belt-Clip/dp/B007CBSBM4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1493574014&sr=8-1&keywords=nite+ize+pocket+clip
Nice pice TG and Poncho :like: :tu:
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About two or three weeks ago,I saw somewhere, not sure which thread, someone had an Original Super Tool and Mini Mag Lite combo with nylon sheath to carry both.
I recall there being some questions as to the origin of that combo. Just so happens I have one still in package.
Can anyone point me to that thread or OP?
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:like: great pics :salute:
Very nice Ponchoson!
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Proud SAKMC member :)
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Thanks buddy, yours too ! :like: :cheers: :tu:
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Your pics are getting better Poncho! :like:
Off on the Appalacian trail again Baz? :tu:
Off on the Appalacian trail again Baz? :tu:
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(https://i.imgur.com/xIS780L.jpg)Nice Steve :tu: :tu:
Carrying mine today too, its replaced my often carried PST.
Carrying mine today too, its replaced my often carried PST.
:like: :tu:Thanks :hatsoff: and you too :like: :like:
Great pics Poncho and Steve! :like: :tu: :tu:
Welcome to :MTO: :like: Hope you can get those tools fixed :tu: You could try and send one in to Leatherman and mark it sentimental :cheers: If they can't fix it then they will send it back to you :tu:
New member,
New member,
Welcome to the forum!
Welcome aboard the club!! I love the original model...like a PST on steroids!
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Would live to carry my original, approx 28 years old but keeping it nice I guess.... was from Marlboro Miles coupons.
Nice one ! :like: :tu:
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Welcome aboard the club!! I love the original model...like a PST on steroids!Interesting compared to the new ones! Used to do all kinds of crazy stuff with the damn Miles to bug my buddy, (collected but I quit smoking) he surprised me with the LM c.1997-8 but as posted, don't want to abuse by use. I'll see if he remembers this weekend! LOL
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Would live to carry my original, approx 28 years old but keeping it nice I guess.... was from Marlboro Miles coupons.
Permission to come aboard granted :salute: :D Great pics :like: :like:
I still don't want to use mine from the 1990's- Ill just fondle it and make it feel welcome!
Out of all my MTs the OG Supertool is the one tool I would feel most confident in using :salute: It seems bullet proof compared to even the ST300 to me :o :D So don't be afraid to use them guys :tu: To me it's the toughest tool out there and with all the use mine has seen it still looks great 8)
I'm looking at a couple of broken ones on t'bay at the moment, so with luck I might be joining you guys soon! :D
I'm looking at a couple of broken ones on t'bay at the moment, so with luck I might be joining you guys soon! :D
Yes they can be broken as with anything :cry: but it happens :D Hope you get to join us Fuzzy :cheers: :like: :like:
Out of all my MTs the OG Supertool is the one tool I would feel most confident in using :salute: It seems bullet proof compared to even the ST300 to me :o :D So don't be afraid to use them guys :tu: To me it's the toughest tool out there and with all the use mine has seen it still looks great 8)
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Thanks Steve and nice one Speedy :tu: :like::tu: :like:
My original LM supertool
Congrats dkop, come stop by for Supertool Saturday :tu:
thanks Obi :cheers: :like:My original LM supertool
:dd:
:like: :tu:
Classy pic!
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In my workshop today :tu:
just checked the SupertoolIn my workshop today :tu:
Awesome Wspeed :tu:
Now go and polish that rusty knurled screw on your Supertool please :o
Nice ones Matt, Steve and Ws :like: :like: :like:
+1 :cheers: :cheers:Nice ones Matt, Steve and Ws :like: :like: :like:
:cheers:
Cool pic Poncho :tu: :like: :like:
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Sorry I got behind folks, here's my pictures though!
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Love your Supertools guys :tu:Thanks :cheers: :like: :like:
Plain simple and reliable.
Another nice pic MTMatt :dd: :like: :like:
Really great pics Ws and Matt :dd: :like:Thanks Poncho :cheers: :like: :like:
Really great pics Ws and Matt :dd: :like:
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Nice one ! :like:
I do like that black finish :dd: :like: :like:
I do like that black finish :dd: :like: :like:
yes yes yes.... :dd:
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Great pics Wspeed and Steve :tu:Thanks CeHo :cheers: :cheers: :like:
Nice pics everyone :like: :tu:
Nice OG Matt :like: it is likely not a refurb as datecodes range differently like that across all models :tu: They are a great MT and if it were me I would carry and use it a lot because they are still very usable with a very bulletproof design :like:
The Supertool :tu:
Thanks Poncho :cheers: :like:The Supertool :tu:
Love the OG :dd: :like:
Nice pic Steve :tu: :like:
ok, it's a Marlboro Miles (coupons) one from? early 1990's? PST, No stamps except, Leatherman r Tool, trade mark 1325473, Portland, Or. There is a faint Marlboro 'M' on the obverse. Tools inside. Videos available on the tube thing.
Back then we were dumb enough to smoke. I didn't care about the outdoor rewards, so I saved 'miles' from mine or other's cig packs and did sophomoric stunts for my buddy to find them.
He was good enough to use some to gift me one.
I thought it was for working with "Leather" lol, which is why I didn't use it alot, it and sheath are in excellent condition.
I can't belt carry in NYC unless a tradesman and I'm not, so it stays in great condition in the knife draw- join Knife Rights btw. :salute:
Ah, so a PST and not a Supertool :salute: the old Marlboro ones are very neat and have a cool looking sheath 8) So yes I would like a pic if you can ;) :D
Nice one Matt looks in excellent condition :like: :tu:
1995er:tu: :salute:
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Welcome to :MTO: manino :cheers:Welcome. :hatsoff:
Cool pic :like: :tu:
I have had to do the same to a different model LM with the plier tips and they look fine as well :cheers: I still love the look of the old school LM tools the best :dd: :like::iagree:
The sheath for my '95 OG ST after a bit of rehab:
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I think it looks pretty darned good for being 20+ years-old. And more importantly, it feels like it's got another 20 years of use left in it. :tu:
The sheath for my '95 OG ST after a bit of rehab:
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I think it looks pretty darned good for being 20+ years-old. And more importantly, it feels like it's got another 20 years of use left in it. :tu:
Looks good, Nix :like: I have some users and some NOS ones and yours looks as good as new to me :salute: :tu: I need to go through my sheath box and restore a couple of the old school sheaths I have as well :think: :cheers:
Leather is an amazing material if you take care of it! :tu:
The sheath for my '95 OG ST after a bit of rehab:
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I think it looks pretty darned good for being 20+ years-old. And more importantly, it feels like it's got another 20 years of use left in it. :tu:
thank you all for the warm welcome. Live in Rio de Janeiro now, have quite a few MT and Leathermans, my ST lives in the glove compartment of my car, has saved my ass many times.
The tip of one of the needlenose pliers broke (my bad) so I grounded the other one, looks OK to me.
Find it here in all its beauty:
..,still have it as a draw collection queen! Maybe.............
Got room for another new member?
I blame the marketplace here for my sins :whistle:
Welcome to the club :salute: now you need one in BO as well :whistle: :rofl:
Challenge accepted :salute:
Just got this off eBay. Mint, looks like it wasn't even used.
Love, love, love it. Nothing beats the original Leatherman form factor, and this beast is just awesome. I even like the locks and their function.
We have our first child arriving in a few weeks and already used it to put together her stroller :D
Nice ! did it come with the sheath ?
Sure did! It's pretty much mint too. If the previous owner hadn't soaked it some kind of perfume it'd be perfect. Its in the garage now degassing :facepalm: I don't know what they used but it's managed to perfume our two car garage as well.would like to carry mine... maybe... should it be collectable, almost mint! :think:
Photo is from the seller.
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Thanks Steve :hatsoff:Ill actually have room to spread em out. Before I was using a side table :rofl:
Good luck in the move, BM :cheers: after you are moved we want pics of your tools again :pok: :D
Nice score :like:Thanks Steve :tu:
A scrub with a small wire brush and some WD40 should clean it right up. I would reprofile the serrated blade into more of a lambsfoot profile.
His loss is my gain :like:
I have a ST200, a ST300, and even a Core. I should get the OG ST to make a complete set. :ahhhCorrect ;) :popcorn:
Easier said than done down here. I found one but it was in pretty poor condition.I got mine from an Aussie on eBay RP for not a bad price after some negotiating (A$100 with an almost brand new Style PS delivered)
Excellent :like: Congrats on your new OG Supertool Eco :2tu:Thanks McS :cheers:
That cleaned up nicely :ahhh
Correct ;) :popcorn:
Easier said than done down here. I found one but it was in pretty poor condition.
That's a PST. :(
What about this one?
Looks barely used to me, just some surface rust from storage in my opinion.
Even got the sticker on still :pok:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Leatherman-Pocket-Survival-SUPER-Tool-RARE-pat-pend/254805315738?hash=item3b5394909a%3Ag%3AZ7wAAOSwmwBf0%7EpI&LH_ItemCondition=3000%7C1500&LH_BIN=1 (https://www.ebay.com/itm/Leatherman-Pocket-Survival-SUPER-Tool-RARE-pat-pend/254805315738?hash=item3b5394909a%3Ag%3AZ7wAAOSwmwBf0%7EpI&LH_ItemCondition=3000%7C1500&LH_BIN=1)
Very nice combo Deathtakeslast :like:
Did you inscribe that onto your ST back in Iraq?
One of my ST's I had in Mosul Iraq 2003-2004
Very cool ! Thank you for your service :salute:
Very nice D. :hatsoff:
The Super Tool was the first, and for a long time the only, Leatherman I ever had.
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Very nice D. :hatsoff:
The Super Tool was the first, and for a long time the only, Leatherman I ever had.
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Mine developed some rust under the sticker. I would definitively check them frequently...
Leave the sticker :ahhh I have a couple with stickers and they are so cool 8)
Big congrats on getting one :tu: and one that is like new :like:
One of my ST's I had in Mosul Iraq 2003-2004
Nice score jc ! :like:
Yes I did it before deployment:salute: :cheers:
Amongst the camellias
A Rare SupeTool tree!!! :D:rofl: :like:
Pete
Before receiving loki's wrenches:Did you remove the saw and small flat screwdriver?
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After:
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Did you remove the saw and small flat screwdriver?
I forgot to fold them out. I didn't notice that until I made the post.Ah so you took it apart to give it a good clean.
Ah so you took it apart to give it a good clean.
I am sorry for not being more explicit. Yes, I dismantled it in order to clean it. There was a lot of gunk and corrosion between the tools near the pivots.
Guess who came to work with me today?
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Helped me find a few wires that were left behind the drywall:
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I did cleaned and oiled it after taking the pictures
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I have reached the following conclusion:
The ST 300 may be a better heavy duty MT than the OG (possible the best of all unless outside opening tools are a must), but it is not better for me. At work I always have linesman pliers with me, so the robust ST 300 plier head is not needed. Taking that away, the lighter weight and simpler design of the OG wins out. It is a joy to carry and use.
The OG really is hard to beat :cheers: I never feel lacking when I have it with me :tu:
I use a 300 more because it is the same toolset and the locks are just a bit easier :D Plus, it is my Avatar :whistle: :rofl:
SS :D
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The one that started it all for me :like:
A '95er Super Tool and '97er PST were the only MTs I had until 2010. Well, and a Vic. Swiss Champ. They got me covered well :tu:
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I had to cut the legs off of this cabinet to make it work in the space. I used a circular saw to cut the legs, but lacked a few millimeters from cutting all of the way through. I used the OG ST to finish the cut. The ST saw blade is one of my favorite tools.
A '95er Super Tool and '97er PST were the only MTs I had until 2010. Well, and a Vic. Swiss Champ. They got me covered well :tu:
Excellent! Looks great Adam :like:
Thanks!. Here is how it looks after she painted the top and knobs:
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Sweet cabinet for storing all your Multitools ! :D
Sweet cabinet for storing all your Multitools ! :D
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Sweet cabinet for storing all your Multitools ! :D
Should I ask her if I can use it for that purpose?
I asked if I could put my tools in it.
:oops:
I would describe the look she gave me, but this would violate forum rules :o
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Thanks!. Here is how it looks after she painted the top and knobs:
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This may be a multitool forum, but I love that cabinet! :tu:
Still my favorite (though I am sweet on some other MTs also :D)::iagree:
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Very nice Stitchy!
:cheers: Poncho:tu: nice.
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Thanks Tony :hatsoff:Should mine be a user? I'm fairly gentle on the gear...
Supertools are about as tough as they come :tu: They have weak points like all MTs do but overall the OG is as tough as nails :salute: :like:
I’m a big fan too. Not perfect but must have been very impressive at the time.
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I have several of them and don't carry one as much as I use to but still love how well they are made and have used my user one quite hard when over the years :tu:it's the Leatherman but the belt sheath is stamped Marlboro from a coupon collecting promo.
Also I am not sure I have ever seen a Supertool from Marlboro :o I have seen the PST ones but that is all :salute:
The time frame is the same. Not many ST200 had the USA stamped on the plier head to begin with but I believe I have seen an example or so here at MTO but that was likely before 2010 or 2009 :think:This needs a deeper dive for sure.
I believe they just started doing all the plier heads that way, first because of the California ruling and second because they were probably a bit Salty because of the ruling :think: :D
The last year of the OG and the first year for the 200 was 2001 :salute: not sure the exact month but with the way LM did and still does certain things, I would go with May of that year :think: :cheers:Thx. That is consistent with my findings on PST.
The last year of the OG and the first year for the 200 was 2001 :salute: not sure the exact month but with the way LM did and still does certain things, I would go with May of that year :think: :cheers:
Really is hard to beat an OG ST 8) great pic, Adam :like:
Wowser :o Congrats Sir :like:Thank you very much :hatsoff:
Use it :pok::iagree: Even the multitools I use for work are in good condition. With cautious use and regular maintenance, I think this one will do just fine as well. Although I won't lend to someone who is using the tip of the blade as a pry bar. Rule of thumb: If you wouldn't lend out your wife, don't lend out your Multitool. :mn:
My 05 & 06 '96 BO CC ST. I bought this on Ebay recently and it was listed as unused. Really seems like that was the case, probably just looked at and played with over the years.
I wanted a ST and liked how the original was much smaller than the current version. But I'll most likely keep this one nice and still get a 300. 🤣
Craig
If only you had a sturdy dining table to assemble them and photograph them all at once. I wonder who could help you find one :whistle:
For as many problems as it had, you did a nice job bringing it back to working order :salute: :like: :like:
Great pics as well :woohoo: :like:
You would probably have to take the tool apart and grind each tool so that they won't engage in the lock :think:I think I'm getting the hang of the lock in use now Poncho. I had tightened the pivots a bit too much.
I don't really have a problem with the locks and it is a good trade off to how small it is comparatively to all the other tools in the Supertool family :salute:
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Jaws wouldn't open as the wire cutters had a folded edge jamming them.
Unfortunately the small screwdriver snapped with a spark no less the second I tried to straighten it in the vice.
I reworked the stump as best I couldShow content(https://i.ibb.co/3pmwgq1/20230628-174011.jpg) (https://ibb.co/ZBz3qPd)It will do.
No saving the serrations so reprofiled to a good edgeShow content(https://i.ibb.co/y84GBnS/20230628-173916.jpg) (https://ibb.co/4j19gZd)
Sorted the tip and used diamond files to re edge the wire cutters. Did the twist the pivot trick I learned here to take out the slop in the Jaws. I don't mind the bite marks I left doing this.
Asswmbles it all, oiled and loctited it all together once the action was good.
Despite the very tough abuse it's once again as functional as when new, a tank.Show content(https://i.ibb.co/HzKRvTr/20230628-173705.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Z8fvszh)I dislike the lock, if I could mod it to be non locking I would. I sharpen my blades to a keen edge and find unlocking blades cumbersome. Maybe I'll get used to it.
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I believe this to be the 1st Leatherman tool I ever bought, late 1990s I think.
At the time I was carrying a Victorinox Camper, so I only carried this a few times, then put it away and forgot about it.
Found it recently.
I believe this to be the 1st Leatherman tool I ever bought, late 1990s I think.
At the time I was carrying a Victorinox Camper, so I only carried this a few times, then put it away and forgot about it.
Found it recently.
That's a fantastic rediscovery. Mine is less well preserved. :DThank you Gareth. At least you've had the joy of using one. :hatsoff:
I made a purchase on the auction site a few weeks ago of my first OG SuperTool, but that was actually a PST and seller mis represented his listing. The listing side was the PST & Sheath were unused.
I found the listing, another OG ST, the pictures revealed a used ST, with all implements intact, yet grime and scratches galore, price was good, so ordered. It arrived Wednesday afternoon.
Grime and grease inside & outside. So much awl the implements were bound into the handles, the only parts that moved was the plier head handles pivots. And center pivot.
Wiped down, scraped some, wiped more, tried prying center tools but it everything clumped together with exception of file on one handle and saw blade on the other. This stamped 05/98 and 06/98.
Soaked the tool with tool pivot down in a solo cup of hot water and dawn blue. Checked and hour or 2 later, there was movement, but nothing to get excited.
Come morning, I removed from the bath, rinsed and dried. Ate breakfast, then went to work.
Was able to wipe away all grime/heavy brown hunch, worked each tool from the one next to it, and saw improvement.
The critter’s tools are very tight, but will now deploy and rotate on the pivots AND firmly lock in the back lock position snugly. Lubricated and wiped down complete tool. Removed some dried grease from pivot areas and worked the tools via fingers. Much more freedom.
Now inspecting, the tool reveals, it likely NEVER was used, I mean NEVER. Most likely the owner could not deploy the tools, or if they had, could not put them away.
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I now can understand the evolution of the ST to the ST200, then to the ST300. AWL stand up to the SUPERTOOL name!
The CORE, you say?
:facepalm:
I searched for OG to compliment my PST (s)
Like the ST200 with the Pulse
And
The ST300 with the REBAR
Thought I was whole!!!
Congrats ! No sheath ?
Core + Fuse and you're whole :D
No sheath? Maybe a little loose in a 4.5” box, but not worried about it right now.
CORE and a FUSE ? :facepalm:
I will look into!
But right now I feel whole!
Trying to stay on track with what I like, not to have every model.