Post by: Zed on January 19, 2012, 12:04:21 PM
(http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff428/zed1970/P1010056-30.jpg)
(http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff428/zed1970/P1010056-31.jpg)
Post by: dks on January 19, 2012, 12:30:00 PM
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/b488d25a.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on January 19, 2012, 01:24:18 PM
Post by: Zed on January 19, 2012, 01:30:04 PM
Hell yeah, long term owner and fan here :tu:
pics chrissy :pok: :pok: :D
could this be my long term wave replacment ;)
Post by: kirk13 on January 20, 2012, 01:15:41 AM
Wave replacement Paul?...thats a mighty big job for a S31
Post by: Zed on January 20, 2012, 09:20:15 AM
Yep I'm in another owners club!
Wave replacement Paul?...thats a mighty big job for a S31
Theres another , i did search :think: oh well it must be lost somewhere :D TBH mate ive been bored of my set up for some time now, nearly 14 years of wave action has started to make it a bit bland so i decided 2012 would be a year of trying new tools and odd ideas, not sticking to my usual set ups and carrying paried tools ie explorer and paratool or sl pliers and huntsman etc, i want to get some real action out of my stuff this year and have planned a few camping trips and long MTB rides combined with camping this year, :tu:
Post by: Dr. Bahn on January 20, 2012, 12:06:19 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v601/Veetec/IMG_0082.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v601/Veetec/IMG_0081.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v601/Veetec/IMG_0078.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on January 20, 2012, 12:07:37 PM
You're such a demanding lot! It looks like the one above with the blue lanyard on it.... I'll go dig it out and see if it wants to pose for me ;)
Post by: Zed on January 20, 2012, 12:14:52 PM
Pics??!
You're such a demanding lot! It looks like the one above with the blue lanyard on it.... I'll go dig it out and see if it wants to pose for me ;)
:D going you know it wants a pic taken ;)
Here are mine: :multi:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v601/Veetec/IMG_0082.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v601/Veetec/IMG_0081.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v601/Veetec/IMG_0078.jpg)
very nice mate, i added a black lanyard to mine yesterday, :tu:
Post by: Dr. Bahn on January 20, 2012, 12:20:03 PM
very nice mate, i added a black lanyard to mine yesterday, :tu:Thank you very much! I am a big fan of the Paratool and EDC one in my backpack. 8)
Post by: nuphoria on January 20, 2012, 12:34:03 PM
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7034/6730277881_b9380b65e7_z.jpg)
I realise I have a lot of drivers in there and no can opener... might change that. I have tried scissors and the 1/4" bit drive in the past, but ended up wanting it simple as a good pair up for small 58mm Vics with scissors.
The bottom left driver has in fact been sharpened into a chisel so it's not redundant.
Post by: Zed on January 20, 2012, 12:49:32 PM
OK, here it is... quick and dirty with no hair and makeup :D
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7034/6730277881_b9380b65e7_z.jpg)
I realise I have a lot of drivers in there and no can opener... might change that. I have tried scissors and the 1/4" bit drive in the past, but ended up wanting it simple as a good pair up for small 58mm Vics with scissors.
The bottom left driver has in fact been sharpened into a chisel so it's not redundant.
That is really cool chrissy, i never use a tin or bottle opener or a awl, i use plenty of drivers and scissors plus i do like the look of sogs saws, ill see what i come across and change it over time :salute:
I thought i better add a fanned pic lol, with HH nylon molle pouch great pouch for the money, i got this paratool boxed with nylon pouch but am testing out this pouch at the moment .
(http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff428/zed1970/P1010056-38.jpg)
Post by: Essexman on January 20, 2012, 02:05:33 PM
Post by: Zed on January 20, 2012, 02:10:25 PM
You lot are a pain. I've never looked at the SOG paratool before, and now I feel like I might need one. Dam you all giving me ideas.
you need one to join our gang :D :ahhh
Post by: Zed on January 20, 2012, 05:17:51 PM
(http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff428/zed1970/P1010056-39.jpg)
Post by: Ombudsman on January 20, 2012, 05:38:29 PM
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m637/Jo_Olz/4Fun/LeathermanParatool.png)
Post by: Zed on January 20, 2012, 05:53:18 PM
After what happened to Gerber i checked for other patents expiration dates and found that the Paratool Patent expires this year :o
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m637/Jo_Olz/4Fun/LeathermanParatool.png)
Thats a shame, i wonder how long till we see others using this patent, i like the way the pliers swivel, fiddly but usefull idea, :tu:
Post by: badwolf on January 20, 2012, 08:10:31 PM
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7011/6731896263_44e4883a5c_z.jpg)
I also want to swap out the two blades for a combi blade and a saw.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7150/6731894841_ef45e1d435_z.jpg)
The awl is excellent, rescue hook works well, good all round tool.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7012/6731895469_b1d931c027_z.jpg)
Post by: Essexman on January 20, 2012, 09:30:47 PM
Post by: kirk13 on January 20, 2012, 09:42:07 PM
So then Sog team, where would a Brit go to buy said Sog?
Well EM,Handiniknaks is looking good pricewise ATM.Amazons worth a look too
Post by: badwolf on January 20, 2012, 09:44:00 PM
So then Sog team, where would a Brit go to buy said Sog?Cheapest I can find at the mo is here (http://www.handyniknaks.co.uk/sog-paratool-s31-multi-tool-knife-sog-multi-tools-pliers-594-p.asp) that's £30 less than Heinnie :tu:
Post by: Essexman on January 20, 2012, 09:51:57 PM
Post by: badwolf on January 20, 2012, 09:58:04 PM
Post by: kirk13 on January 20, 2012, 10:01:06 PM
Post by: AHB on January 20, 2012, 10:55:23 PM
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-cD1_KrppZRY/S3fBC9ncjgI/AAAAAAAAE1Y/IzOGTS7hpsI/s640/Dsc05215.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ZkyvR0h-u4M/S3fBLQZGhWI/AAAAAAAAE1c/OaLRNIhcQqY/s640/DSC05207.JPG)
Post by: nuphoria on January 21, 2012, 12:39:08 AM
Post by: Pacu on January 21, 2012, 12:50:51 AM
(http://i277.photobucket.com/albums/kk74/leatherxman/IMG_20110902_233458.jpg)
Post by: Zed on January 21, 2012, 09:34:54 AM
As kirk13 said, Handyniknaks are probably best right now, Amazon UK have gone right up, about the same price as Heinnie. Might be worth asking fellow US members :tu:
Yep Handyniknaks are great and super fast delivery, ive had a few bits from them now, i wish they did sog replacment parts ,
Post by: kirk13 on January 21, 2012, 08:39:10 PM
Heinies have a few bits abd bobs,and ordering from McCoys Deals is pretty hassle free tooAs kirk13 said, Handyniknaks are probably best right now, Amazon UK have gone right up, about the same price as Heinnie. Might be worth asking fellow US members :tu:
Yep Handyniknaks are great and super fast delivery, ive had a few bits from them now, i wish they did sog replacment parts ,
Post by: Zed on January 21, 2012, 08:46:14 PM
Post by: nuphoria on January 21, 2012, 09:14:57 PM
Post by: Dr. Bahn on January 21, 2012, 10:04:16 PM
The v-cutter needs a little washer on one side IIRC, otherwise it catches on whatever is next to it.Yes, I needed a washer, too.
Post by: Zed on January 21, 2012, 10:25:41 PM
Post by: kirk13 on January 22, 2012, 12:05:27 AM
Post by: Zed on January 22, 2012, 07:59:32 AM
Come on,tenner from Heinnies?You know you want to...it looks cool :pok: :drool:
:D i rang friday and was told possibly in a few weeks they will have more parts so i might wait and see what goodies they get ;)
Post by: calypso22 on January 31, 2012, 01:39:24 PM
Fitted a line cutter.
One of my favorite carries
(http://www.degiorgio.net/sog1.jpg)
(http://www.degiorgio.net/sog2.jpg)
(http://www.degiorgio.net/sog3.jpg)
(http://www.degiorgio.net/sog4.jpg)
(http://www.degiorgio.net/sog5.jpg)
Post by: Zed on January 31, 2012, 02:12:53 PM
a early morning pic :tu:
(http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff428/zed1970/P1010060-1.jpg)
Post by: Zed on February 03, 2012, 01:40:18 PM
(http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff428/zed1970/P1010056-53.jpg)
Post by: Dr. Bahn on February 03, 2012, 03:49:18 PM
Mine now sporting the wood saw and V-cutter, :tu:Cool! did you need a spacer to fit the V-Cutter? :tu:
(http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff428/zed1970/P1010056-53.jpg)
Post by: Zed on February 03, 2012, 03:56:04 PM
Mine now sporting the wood saw and V-cutter, :tu:Cool! did you need a spacer to fit the V-Cutter? :tu:
(http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff428/zed1970/P1010056-53.jpg)
Yes ,chrissy told me i would need a thin washer :tu:
Post by: Syph007 on February 07, 2012, 08:27:39 PM
I'm going to take apart my powerlock and fiddle with all the tools to figure out what is the best Paratool loadout. I love the paratool, perfect for lanyard pocket carry by design, small and UK legal since its none locking. I dont know why these arent more popular, Id choose this over the only leatherman non locking option of a juice.
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/IMG_1906.jpg)
Post by: Zed on February 08, 2012, 09:54:42 AM
Thanks to Travis I got a paratool from Amazon.com for 45.69 USD. That is MUCH cheaper than I could have found locally in Canada. It was nice to get this in the mail this morning before heading out to work. I also got my charter member goodies in the same box.
I'm going to take apart my powerlock and fiddle with all the tools to figure out what is the best Paratool loadout. I love the paratool, perfect for lanyard pocket carry by design, small and UK legal since its none locking. I dont know why these arent more popular, Id choose this over the only leatherman non locking option of a juice.
(http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k587/Syph007/IMG_1906.jpg)
I look forward to see how you get on mate, im pretty happy with my set up but will have to see how often i use the V-cutter, but i dont think it will make much difference to the load on the set up so will probably keep it,i agree on these as there a great size for edc and adaptable for the users needs, plus bonus is uk legal, :tu:
Post by: macabee on April 15, 2013, 08:05:01 PM
Post by: Dr Gonzo on April 17, 2013, 10:01:14 PM
Post by: nuphoria on April 17, 2013, 10:05:51 PM
My BO Paratool has glow in the dark dots on the handles...has anyone seen this on a Paratool before???
I saw it done on a forum a while back... maybe you have that one?!
Post by: enki_ck on April 17, 2013, 10:23:20 PM
My BO Paratool has glow in the dark dots on the handles...has anyone seen this on a Paratool before???
I saw it done on a forum a while back... maybe you have that one?!
Done by Stormdrane. :tu:
(http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b90/Stormdrane/CIMG7283.jpg)
(http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b90/Stormdrane/CIMG7285.jpg)
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,83.msg212999.html#msg212999
Post by: nuphoria on April 17, 2013, 11:26:19 PM
Post by: kirk13 on April 17, 2013, 11:31:43 PM
Post by: Dr Gonzo on April 18, 2013, 03:20:04 AM
My BO Paratool has glow in the dark dots on the handles...has anyone seen this on a Paratool before???
I saw it done on a forum a while back... maybe you have that one?!
Done by Stormdrane. :tu:
(http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b90/Stormdrane/CIMG7283.jpg)
(http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b90/Stormdrane/CIMG7285.jpg)
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,83.msg212999.html#msg212999
Nice one Man :salute:
That's the one...I bought it from Tim (Felinevet) a few years ago now.
I can tell that's the same one by the scuff mark above the O and next to the G ;)
Think I'll get a nice leather pouch made for it :)
Post by: Aloha on September 06, 2013, 06:02:29 PM
Post by: Dr. Bahn on September 06, 2013, 07:11:16 PM
Finally got one of these really cool SOGs. here she is sitting next to another favorite but that another thread. I now have to hunt down a BO and if the price is right a Blackie Collins sheath.Welcome to the club! The Paratool is indeed a very nice mt. :multi:
Post by: Aloha on September 06, 2013, 07:14:05 PM
Post by: Bensasupertool on September 07, 2013, 08:11:34 AM
Post by: Aloha on September 08, 2013, 04:39:18 AM
Post by: Grathr on September 08, 2013, 07:51:08 PM
how flipping awesome would that be? I do however make that sound in my twisted head when I open all my MTs. :whistle:
:rofl:
Post by: Jailbird on September 14, 2013, 12:50:29 AM
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Post by: Aloha on September 14, 2013, 02:58:37 AM
Post by: Dr. Bahn on September 14, 2013, 11:07:07 AM
I have an early one with the BC holster.Very cool! Would love to own such a sheath, too. :tu:
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Post by: Philthy on October 09, 2013, 06:59:55 AM
Post by: Mr Biriyani on December 05, 2013, 02:15:15 PM
The ss paratool was my first Sog I ever got.(exept from crosscut and crossgrip)Then recently I found a bo one. Very nice.
There is something about the Sog design that I like an i guess I will get more by time.
But they are not very common here.
Post by: Vladimir on December 21, 2013, 06:16:29 PM
I received yesterday an earlier version, with tools that seemed almost unused, but tool itself was quite dirty with some gunk and stuff.
It received complete tlc, and now it's beautiful again.
Before:
(http://i40.tinypic.com/15of8jk.jpg) (http://i41.tinypic.com/2h3ok7c.jpg)
After:
(http://i41.tinypic.com/2a9bl6t.jpg) (http://i41.tinypic.com/2qtb9d5.jpg)
(http://i42.tinypic.com/ouplx1.jpg) (http://i44.tinypic.com/250kvp3.jpg)
Post by: kirk13 on December 21, 2013, 06:23:04 PM
Post by: enki_ck on December 21, 2013, 07:19:06 PM
Post by: AHB on December 21, 2013, 08:00:31 PM
Post by: NutSAK on December 27, 2013, 04:49:43 PM
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-cPPTw7YCFV4/TUXPKPcoogI/AAAAAAAAAII/au1p7vAzea4/s800/P1302823.JPG)
Post by: Magic Bus on January 11, 2014, 07:22:08 PM
Post by: kirk13 on January 11, 2014, 07:53:03 PM
I'm in with a BO Paratool. It's a strange little tool :think: :)
Isn't that a song by The Stranglers? :think:
Post by: Magic Bus on January 13, 2014, 04:37:38 PM
(http://pic100.picturetrail.com/VOL1149/3788424/24346734/408549020.jpg)
(http://pic100.picturetrail.com/VOL1149/3788424/24346734/408549011.jpg)
Post by: Dr Gonzo on January 14, 2014, 03:25:14 AM
I'm in with a BO Paratool. It's a strange little tool :think: :)
Did you charge the glow dot handles yet :pok:
Post by: Magic Bus on January 14, 2014, 05:27:52 AM
I did Colin :tu: Good fun :DI'm in with a BO Paratool. It's a strange little tool :think: :)
Did you charge the glow dot handles yet :pok:
Post by: Dr Gonzo on January 14, 2014, 01:52:15 PM
If I can get some glow powder I might do the same with my SOG PPP :tu:
Post by: Magic Bus on January 19, 2014, 02:47:28 PM
Post by: ducttapetech on January 19, 2014, 05:31:18 PM
Mine with it's big brother. Little and large :)that one looks familiar. :think:
(http://pic100.picturetrail.com/VOL1149/3788424/24346734/408549020.jpg)
(http://pic100.picturetrail.com/VOL1149/3788424/24346734/408549011.jpg)
Nice score!
Post by: Magic Bus on January 20, 2014, 03:22:28 PM
Post by: kirk13 on January 20, 2014, 03:55:24 PM
Post by: Magic Bus on January 20, 2014, 04:05:11 PM
Considering that I seem to more or less permanently carry a PST again,and spent some time lovingly hitting a Japan PST with punch and club hammer yesterday,I can't say anything :DJohn, I had a late production PST that I loved and really miss. It had IMO the improved drivers which were least likely to fold when in use. That's one I never should have let go. Probably hard to get hold of a good one now :think:
Post by: kirk13 on January 20, 2014, 04:23:02 PM
I know a place here in London that was still selling NIB PSTs ,albeit at £70 odd about 18 months ago. Mind you,at that price,they likely still have them!
Post by: Magic Bus on January 20, 2014, 05:04:39 PM
Post by: Bensasupertool on January 21, 2014, 10:38:27 PM
Post by: kirk13 on January 21, 2014, 11:19:01 PM
Post by: Bensasupertool on January 22, 2014, 04:53:43 AM
Post by: kirk13 on January 22, 2014, 09:56:02 AM
I know that standard SOG scissors don't fit Paratools ,but I'd be interested to see if the vcutter fits :popcorn:
Post by: Bensasupertool on January 22, 2014, 01:41:48 PM
There used to be a proper seatbelt cutter for the PPP and the Paratool .
I know that standard SOG scissors don't fit Paratools ,but I'd be interested to see if the vcutter fits :popcorn:
Don't wait on me kirk your popcorn will go stale.
Post by: kirk13 on January 22, 2014, 03:22:17 PM
There used to be a proper seatbelt cutter for the PPP and the Paratool .
I know that standard SOG scissors don't fit Paratools ,but I'd be interested to see if the vcutter fits :popcorn:
Don't wait on me kirk your popcorn will go stale.
Yeh,but I like stale popcorn :pok:
Post by: Magic Bus on January 22, 2014, 04:15:32 PM
Post by: Magic Bus on January 24, 2014, 05:11:56 PM
(http://pic100.picturetrail.com/VOL1149/3788424/24346734/408625897.jpg)
Post by: ducttapetech on January 24, 2014, 05:12:43 PM
that's us mobile
Post by: limodude on March 28, 2014, 05:28:40 AM
Post by: kirk13 on March 28, 2014, 08:24:18 AM
I just joined the forum ! I have a Paratool I've had since they came out in great shape but it is semi retired now kina like me so can I join this club also :multi:
You can indeed,and welcome to the forum :2tu:
Post by: ducttapetech on March 28, 2014, 09:27:41 AM
that's us mobile
Post by: kerwin on May 01, 2014, 03:44:10 PM
altrady got a PPP and various other multitools (Sprit, Rebar, Swisstool, Blast)
After a few little mods, the Paratool is now my UK legal EDC.
Just waiting on a bit driver set and saw to arrive.
Added some scissors and a bit driver. Scissors needed a few MM off the tips to fit properly.
The plier heads don't fully click into place due to the bottle opener, but its hardly noticable.
Here are some pics
https://plus.google.com/photos/111149707814224466444/albums/6008450942388894577
Post by: enki_ck on May 01, 2014, 04:10:24 PM
Quote from: kerwin
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-ETRWHr5KO1I/U2JOTFM8zrI/AAAAAAAAKsI/jvsB6aLL900/w648-h864-no/20140501_143101.jpg)
Welcome to the forum, kerwin. :waving:
Nice tool loadout on thet Para.
One question though, are you sure that having it's UK legal, I don't think the law applies to plain edge blades only, so the serrated one might be an issue. :think:
Post by: ducttapetech on May 01, 2014, 04:14:32 PM
live from Nate's mobile
Post by: enki_ck on May 01, 2014, 04:20:15 PM
Nice looking tool! I like the tool loadout. Does the Paratool have locking blades?
live from Nate's mobile
Nope, it functions the same as any multi with inside tools ala PST, but as you close the handles to use it, the handles interfere with the knife blade (and other tools too) to fold all the way closed so it has been discussed that this could be seen as a problem in the eyes of the law. ::)
Post by: kerwin on May 01, 2014, 04:39:52 PM
Post by: toolguy on May 07, 2014, 01:19:10 AM
I swapped out the file for a seat belt cutter.I don't see that cutter on the SOG website.
I would like to have the scissor option,as they have proven their usefulness on other multi-tools.
Post by: bmot on May 07, 2014, 01:21:50 PM
Hey I have one of those SOG's.
I swapped out the file for a seat belt cutter.I don't see that cutter on the SOG website.
I would like to have the scissor option,as they have proven their usefulness on other multi-tools.
Though I haven't tried them personally, I think pretty much everyone round here has agreed SOG scissors pretty much suck, so, I'd stick with your V-cutter ;)
Post by: sawman on May 07, 2014, 03:58:37 PM
Agreed. SOG scissors = crapola.Hey I have one of those SOG's.
I swapped out the file for a seat belt cutter.I don't see that cutter on the SOG website.
I would like to have the scissor option,as they have proven their usefulness on other multi-tools.
Though I haven't tried them personally, I think pretty much everyone round here has agreed SOG scissors pretty much suck, so, I'd stick with your V-cutter ;)
Post by: toolguy on May 07, 2014, 05:16:10 PM
Thanks for the tip about the scissors.
Post by: toolguy on May 11, 2014, 06:59:06 PM
Post by: scattergun13 on July 09, 2014, 12:09:02 AM
Stew...
Post by: toolguy on July 10, 2014, 10:33:41 PM
I just became the proud owner of 2 of these, bought the 2nd one since I liked the 1st one so much. Can I join the club now? Sorry, no pics yet. :facepalm:
Stew...
No, now go away.
Without pictures you're persona non grata.
Just kidding.LOL
Welcome to the club,pending pictures.LOL.
Post by: enki_ck on July 10, 2014, 10:47:33 PM
I just became the proud owner of 2 of these, bought the 2nd one since I liked the 1st one so much. Can I join the club now? Sorry, no pics yet. :facepalm:
Stew...
Any differences between the two you have regarding tool selection or shape, torx or 1/4" screws?
Post by: scattergun13 on July 11, 2014, 05:20:53 AM
I just became the proud owner of 2 of these, bought the 2nd one since I liked the 1st one so much. Can I join the club now? Sorry, no pics yet. :facepalm:
Stew...
No, now go away.
Without pictures you're persona non grata.
I was actually "going away" when I finally found the bottom of your post. Those sweet words allowing me back unto thine own busom . Sorry, can't write like that anymore, sounds too creepy. It was funny though.
Stew...
Just kidding.LOL
Welcome to the club,pending pictures.LOL.
Post by: scattergun13 on July 11, 2014, 05:30:31 AM
They are both identical and one even appears to be brand new. The newer version wears a Cordura Velcro case and the other, an original Blackie Collons straight drop resin retention. Love it! Sog is winning it for me lately what with the ability to modify their tools to your liking, their precision engineering, compound leverage. All the other SOG models are some form of everything you're likely to need and little you're not. I'm a bigger SOG fan everyday. Both have same 1/4 screw takedown procedures.I just became the proud owner of 2 of these, bought the 2nd one since I liked the 1st one so much. Can I join the club now? Sorry, no pics yet. :facepalm:
Stew...
Any differences between the two you have regarding tool selection or shape, torx or 1/4" screws?
Stew...
Post by: Green arrow on August 23, 2014, 05:55:25 PM
Post by: ducttapetech on August 23, 2014, 06:52:08 PM
That's us mobile.
Post by: Green arrow on August 23, 2014, 07:28:51 PM
Post by: ducttapetech on June 09, 2015, 02:32:02 PM
I'm in...
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/09/946f71bb6c8b469fa4511ccc5cec5420.jpg)
Nate
That's us mobile
Post by: scattergun13 on June 09, 2015, 03:59:18 PM
I forgot about this thread.
I'm in...
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/09/946f71bb6c8b469fa4511ccc5cec5420.jpg)
Nate
That's us mobile
Shop Toad approved! :cheers:
Post by: WiSAKfan on June 09, 2015, 04:34:26 PM
Just got my Paratool,
altrady got a PPP and various other multitools (Sprit, Rebar, Swisstool, Blast)
After a few little mods, the Paratool is now my UK legal EDC.
Just waiting on a bit driver set and saw to arrive.
Added some scissors and a bit driver. Scissors needed a few MM off the tips to fit properly.
The plier heads don't fully click into place due to the bottle opener, but its hardly noticable.
Here are some pics
https://plus.google.com/photos/111149707814224466444/albums/6008450942388894577
where did the scissors come from if you don't mind sharing?
Post by: ducttapetech on June 09, 2015, 04:37:59 PM
Nate
That's us mobile
Post by: ducttapetech on June 09, 2015, 04:39:03 PM
I forgot about this thread.
I'm in...
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Shop Toad approved! :cheers:
I my have to nick name the Shop Toad to SOG Toad...LOL!
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Post by: WiSAKfan on June 09, 2015, 04:54:34 PM
You can get them from the SOG website.
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thanks nate you are all over helping me today :cheers:
color me confused though, I thought the sog scissors wouldn't fit, I guess it's because they are a little long and need to be trimmed?
Post by: ducttapetech on June 09, 2015, 04:58:11 PM
They should fit right in as far as I know. They are no longer than the file or knife blade.a couple of others here have put them in the Paratool.
Post by: Jegred2 on July 14, 2015, 07:20:49 PM
Post by: SteveC on July 31, 2015, 05:13:07 PM
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Post by: Omar Rapace on August 02, 2015, 10:06:48 PM
Post by: SteveC on August 07, 2015, 03:11:46 PM
http://www.sogknives.com/type/accessories/leather-pouch-small.html
Post by: AHB on August 10, 2015, 09:02:45 PM
Will the Paratool fit in the SOG small leather sheath ?It fits, but when you close the pouch the attachmentring pushes against the leather, so I think it'll be ruined quickly.. :)
http://www.sogknives.com/type/accessories/leather-pouch-small.html
Post by: SteveC on August 11, 2015, 01:53:58 AM
Will the Paratool fit in the SOG small leather sheath ?It fits, but when you close the pouch the attachmentring pushes against the leather, so I think it'll be ruined quickly.. :)
http://www.sogknives.com/type/accessories/leather-pouch-small.html
Thanks AHB, Does the sheath close easily or does it stretch over the lanyard ring ?
Post by: AHB on August 11, 2015, 04:29:21 PM
It stretches quite alot, so probably not the best choice.. :)Thanks AHB, Does the sheath close easily or does it stretch over the lanyard ring ?Will the Paratool fit in the SOG small leather sheath ?It fits, but when you close the pouch the attachmentring pushes against the leather, so I think it'll be ruined quickly.. :)
http://www.sogknives.com/type/accessories/leather-pouch-small.html
Post by: SteveC on August 21, 2015, 10:50:52 PM
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Post by: kirk13 on August 23, 2015, 11:45:35 PM
Post by: ducttapetech on August 24, 2015, 11:55:10 PM
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Post by: NetsNJ on March 11, 2016, 07:27:40 PM
Pros: Fit and finish, tool machining, unique design, good weight and size, high tool density.
Cons: poor tool retention, plier mechanism makes extracting handle tools or closing the tool relatively slow.
(http://i765.photobucket.com/albums/xx298/Nets1988/IMG_20160311_123528_857.jpg)
Some preliminary thoughts:
I love the fit and finish. All the tools are precisely machined, everything fits together nicely, tolerances are tight. I love the "Victorinox style" high polish finish. Great for rust resistance and just makes the tool feel high quality. I much prefer the polish to the matte finish of some other tools. The tool has great weight and high tool density for its compact form factor.
I must salute SOG for using hex bolts for the pins. Adjusting tension, or swapping tools, is trivial compared to a Leatherman or Gerber.
I got this mainly because I was intrigued by the plier mechanism. It is stiff enough that it stays open when you want it open, closed when you want it closed. I don't know if this will degrade over time though. You can open the tool one handed but it is slow. Closing the tool is actually annoying. You need to line up the handles and close them symmetrically, so that the locking tabs on the handles line up. These hold the tool closed (no wobble in the handles when closed) but it takes far more mental effort to close than just about any other multi tool.
So far, I've tried it on some nuts here and there and I don't think this tool will fold up on me. There is no play in the plier pivot, and I have no complaints about the plier head. Pretty standard. I have not had a chance to try the cutters. The pliers are quite comfortable to use, no sheet metal cutting into your palms.
While the plier retention is excellent (which was a worry given its unique design), the handle tool retention is very disappointing. Honestly, not much better than many low grade Chinese multitools. The handles seem to be made of high-quality sheet steel of decent thickness, so I am not sure why the spring retention is so weak. Two possible factors:
- Perhaps the spring tab is cut too long (and it therefore too flexible)? I am not sure. My PSTs are made from thinner sheet metal but the tool retention is outstanding (maybe too stiff!).
(http://i765.photobucket.com/albums/xx298/Nets1988/IMG_20160311_133934_648.jpg) - The handle tools don't actually have a flat part that engages the spring. Think of how that flat bit that clicks into place on a slipjoint knife, or on the PST tools. Instead, these tools (which are interchangeable with the locking Power-Lock) have this little circular tab that doesn't really seem to engage with the spring at all. A picture might help explain what I mean:
(http://i765.photobucket.com/albums/xx298/Nets1988/sog_tools.png)
Design wise, the Leatherman Wingman/Sidekick have a similar problem but they seem to angle the spring in such a way that tool retention is far better.
The poor tool retention makes it hard to recommend this tool for more than light use despise the obvious care that went into its manufacture, which is a bummer.
As for the handle tools themselves:
- The knife is fine. The chisel edge on a tool that otherwise oozes quality is disappointing tough.
- The wood saw is not as a good as Victorinox or Leatherman, but is more than adequate. Did just fine on some wood from the backyard.
- The file is excellent. Very aggressive teeth on both sides. It reminds me of the Gerber file, but with a notching underside as well. One gripe is that the teeth do not extend all the way to the end (which is also a gripe with Victorinox and Gerber files). In fact, the file has a beveled flat tip. Is this intended to be a large flathead driver? If so, that is pretty boneheaded--it would be inviting a real headache for SOG's warranty department.
- The awl is great. Very sharp, very robust. Only weakened by poor retention.
- The strap cutter is interesting. Honestly, I would have rather this was made a short tool (with just the hook tip), leaving room for a regular serrated blade in its long slot.
- The can opener is fine. On my paratool it is in the Victorinox style, with a small driver tip. I see older paratools have a Wenger style hawkbill opener, which in my experience is just a better can opener. On a tool with so many drivers I am unsure if the added small driver tip (with no reach) is worth compromising the opener functionality.
- The large driver is unremarkable (what is there to say?) and seems like it could handle light prying tasks.
- The medium driver is fine. Not sure the tool needed it to be a bottle opener as well, this seems like functionality that could have been combined with the can opener.
- The phillips driver is precisely molded and has a nice long shank. It does seem a tad soft though, just trying it out on some screws around the house.
Overall, it is a fun tool that I enjoy playing with. Unfortunately, the poor tool retention and slowness of tool extraction make it hard to recommend. :-\
Post by: sLaughterMed on March 11, 2016, 11:37:26 PM
Post by: gingerman on March 12, 2016, 01:11:30 AM
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Post by: yud on March 12, 2016, 01:28:46 AM
The SOG files seem to be variable, ranging from nice and aggressive to little more then a textured piece of metal.
Post by: Fortytwo on March 12, 2016, 01:28:47 PM
That flat bit on the end of the file is in fact a screwdriver. I think its interesting you liked the file. Many others (myself included) think SOGs files are just terrible. Have you actually used it yet?
I was a bit wondering about that too, I guess it's an older model (still made in the US?) and that could make the difference?
Post by: NetsNJ on March 13, 2016, 05:17:04 AM
That flat bit on the end of the file is in fact a screwdriver. I think its interesting you liked the file. Many others (myself included) think SOGs files are just terrible. Have you actually used it yet?
Quote from: yud
The SOG files seem to be variable, ranging from nice and aggressive to little more then a textured piece of metal.
I tried it on a piece of wood in the backyard and it did well. It has pretty aggressive teeth.
The file on my powerlock is garbage though. Textured metal indeed.
Post by: sLaughterMed on March 13, 2016, 07:06:00 PM
Huh. You must have gotten pretty lucky thenThat flat bit on the end of the file is in fact a screwdriver. I think its interesting you liked the file. Many others (myself included) think SOGs files are just terrible. Have you actually used it yet?Quote from: yudThe SOG files seem to be variable, ranging from nice and aggressive to little more then a textured piece of metal.
I tried it on a piece of wood in the backyard and it did well. It has pretty aggressive teeth.
The file on my powerlock is garbage though. Textured metal indeed.
Post by: NetsNJ on March 14, 2016, 12:32:26 AM
Huh. You must have gotten pretty lucky then
Not sure this picture shows the difference. On the left is the POS Power-Lock file. On the right is the pretty decent Paratool file.
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Post by: Padre on April 20, 2016, 08:32:27 PM
First the mechanism was annoying, but it took some practice, and now I really enjoy it.
I have to say that this tool is really fun to play with!
I havent done any heavy duty tasks yet, just basic package opening and prying, loosing few bolts with the pliers. You know.
My Paratool is unmodded, and I have been thinking about adding some extra tools to it. The other side has room for two narrow tools, right?
At the moment it has only file, punch and a can opener. What tools would you recommend?
I was thinking about 1/4 driver, it can fit right?
I don't usually need saw, but it would probably look better?
v-cutter also is interesting, as I don't yet own SOG with that tool, is it good?
Any other ideas?
:D
Post by: sLaughterMed on April 21, 2016, 04:21:09 AM
Lately I have been carrying Paratool, and it really started to feel better and better!Assuming I'm thinking correctly that the other side has a PE and serrated blade, phillips driver, bottle opener and flathead.....
First the mechanism was annoying, but it took some practice, and now I really enjoy it.
I have to say that this tool is really fun to play with!
I havent done any heavy duty tasks yet, just basic package opening and prying, loosing few bolts with the pliers. You know.
My Paratool is unmodded, and I have been thinking about adding some extra tools to it. The other side has room for two narrow tools, right?
At the moment it has only file, punch and a can opener. What tools would you recommend?
I was thinking about 1/4 driver, it can fit right?
I don't usually need saw, but it would probably look better?
v-cutter also is interesting, as I don't yet own SOG with that tool, is it good?
Any other ideas?
:D
You could actually fit a long tool and a short tool in there, although you will find that most of SOGs long tools (saw, V grind blades, scissors, & possible the V-cutter) are about 2-3mm too long to fit in an unmodified Paratool. Kampfer covers this mod pretty well here: http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?topic=63536.0 (As a side note, I always feel weird linking to this page, because I gave him that Paratool, and he credits me first thing...)
I say you go for the mod, and fit either Scissors (if you like them, they take up 2 spaces I believe) or a saw (if you prefer that). The 1/4" driver adapter is neat, but needs an adapter and bit kit to work, so is really only good for sheath carry.
The V cutter is cool and unique, but a pretty niche tool, especially as you already have a serrated blade for cutting ropes and fibers.
Post by: Aloha on April 28, 2016, 01:49:11 AM
Post by: NutSAK on July 21, 2016, 07:01:10 PM
Post by: AHB on July 23, 2016, 10:01:25 AM
I got a second Paratool that is matte. Different tool selection as well. I was looking thru this thread and remembered the Paratool comes in BO as well :D. I may have to hunt one down as I originally said I was.Go get one.. ;) :pok: Incredible finish btw.. :tu:
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Post by: jaya_man on July 29, 2018, 07:20:58 AM
Post by: Max Stone on January 26, 2019, 05:39:51 PM
Post by: Max Stone on April 25, 2020, 09:22:44 PM
Just needed slimming down and was a direct drop in. :tu:
Paratool all good again. :cheers:
Post by: SirVicaLot on April 26, 2020, 06:09:40 AM
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Post by: Max Stone on April 26, 2020, 09:35:14 PM
Post by: GotBluntnose on February 21, 2021, 05:26:23 PM
I have two, an older one (pat pending) (4 hole rows). And a regular shiny polished newer model (patented) (3 hole rows).
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Post by: ddogu on February 21, 2021, 09:18:41 PM
Post by: Max Stone on April 27, 2021, 10:00:47 PM
...and they're easy to upgrade :D
Post by: Nix on May 05, 2021, 09:59:37 PM
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Post by: magentus on May 23, 2021, 06:06:08 PM
Having read some negative reviews of the scissors, what are peoples experience of them?
Post by: Nix on May 23, 2021, 09:45:55 PM
No experience with scissors in a Paratool, but my experience with SOG scissors in their newer tools has been....disappointing....to say the least.
Post by: magentus on May 23, 2021, 09:48:34 PM
Ain't she a doozy! :like:Noted and thanks. I wonder how well gerber scissors would fit......
No experience with scissors in a Paratool, but my experience with SOG scissors in their newer tools has been....disappointing....to say the least.
Post by: Fireman on September 02, 2021, 02:57:23 PM
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Post by: SurgeUk on March 11, 2022, 05:24:13 PM
Under direction from Mrs Surge, of course :pok: :twak: ::)
Post by: GotBluntnose on July 17, 2022, 09:40:18 AM
Post by: Aloha on July 18, 2022, 03:59:26 PM
Post by: SurgeUk on August 12, 2022, 08:16:08 PM
Post by: mansedan on October 02, 2022, 07:50:01 PM
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Post by: nakken on October 02, 2022, 07:56:02 PM
Post by: SurgeUk on October 03, 2022, 09:31:39 PM
Well done, it turned out great! :like:
:like: :iagree: :tu: Excellent job :salute:
Post by: SteveC on October 04, 2022, 01:50:18 PM
I recently acquired a Paratool that had been sitting in a kitchen drawer for decades. It was pretty funky and just getting the tools to move was some work. The manual uploaded to multitool.org keyed me into how to take the tools apart. After some oil, WD40, soap, and a tooth brush, though, it’s in much nicer shape! I need to finagle with the tool setup a bit still. It’s a neat little tool.
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Great job, that cleaned up well !
Post by: zdec68 on January 23, 2023, 01:27:22 AM
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Post by: Aloha on January 23, 2023, 04:07:56 AM
Post by: SurgeUk on January 23, 2023, 05:13:40 PM
The Paratool is such a neat tool. :like:
:like: :iagree: :tu:
Post by: nakken on January 23, 2023, 05:27:27 PM
Post by: zdec68 on January 24, 2023, 12:03:45 AM
Post by: dobegrant on August 24, 2023, 07:21:55 PM
Post by: zoidberg on August 31, 2023, 03:02:13 PM
First multi tool I bought was the original Leatherman but the SOG paratool was a close second, don’t have my original Leatherman but do have my SOG
Sorry dobegrant but I had to remove your picture as it was triggering peoples antivirus.
Post by: FolderBeholder on December 08, 2023, 05:28:04 AM
I bought a used Paratool from eBay...needs a good cleaning, but I wanted to see one in person. If I like it, I hope the rabbit hole isn't too deep.
The one in route:
Post by: VICMAN on December 10, 2023, 01:16:28 AM
Soon to be a member of this club.
I bought a used Paratool from eBay...needs a good cleaning, but I wanted to see one in person. If I like it, I hope the rabbit hole isn't too deep.
The one in route:
Nice find FB! :cheers:
Post by: Barry Rowland on December 17, 2023, 03:59:43 PM
Now that you mentioned it, maybe a Paratool would be fun :D
Post by: Murphy Slaw on January 12, 2024, 05:21:39 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/hkJMfz2.jpg)
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 12, 2024, 08:27:10 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 12, 2024, 08:34:13 PM
Soon to be a member of this club.
I bought a used Paratool from eBay...needs a good cleaning, but I wanted to see one in person. If I like it, I hope the rabbit hole isn't too deep.
The one in route:
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 13, 2024, 02:28:56 AM
My first multi-tool was a Paratool. I've been hooked ever since. When I abused it to death my dad (who bought it for me as a birthday present) sent it back to them and they replaced it with this one. When he died, I retired it and bought a Powerlock.
(https://i.imgur.com/hkJMfz2.jpg)
Post by: Murphy Slaw on January 13, 2024, 03:08:47 PM
I like that sheath :tu:
Thanks. I'm a hack as a leather worker, but can make stuff work.
I'm eventually going to make one for my ARC because I just prefer leather over nylon.
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 13, 2024, 05:09:29 PM
Post by: FolderBeholder on January 13, 2024, 05:24:56 PM
Post by: Murphy Slaw on January 16, 2024, 11:25:18 AM
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 16, 2024, 01:34:33 PM
Post by: madfishcat on January 16, 2024, 06:10:42 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 16, 2024, 09:33:54 PM
Post by: chip on February 21, 2024, 07:57:34 AM
I removed both blades and the awl as not wanting to fall foul of the law. I left the saw hoping that only an absolute jobsworth would arrest me over that.
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 21, 2024, 03:24:09 PM
Post by: chip on February 21, 2024, 07:09:44 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 21, 2024, 08:34:12 PM
Post by: chip on February 21, 2024, 08:57:38 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 21, 2024, 10:14:44 PM
Post by: chip on February 21, 2024, 10:42:01 PM
If you notice the silver swirl about an inch back from the plier head on the inside of the front face of the handle, that is where I caught it with my dremel stone while grinding the inside side of the handle down a mm or two to allow the saw to pass as it was a tiny bit too long.
I did not mind doing this at the time as I had a couple of paratools and I think they were still in production as I bought it new at the time.
I’m glad I did as It suits me and I would not use it otherwise.
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 21, 2024, 11:50:17 PM
Post by: Murphy Slaw on February 26, 2024, 02:21:55 PM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 26, 2024, 04:00:32 PM
Post by: Murphy Slaw on March 01, 2024, 02:12:32 PM
Sounds like my first couple of cars! :rofl:
Yep.
We might be headed back in that direction considering the price of new and used ones....
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 01, 2024, 02:28:15 PM