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Tool Talk => SOG Tool Forum => Topic started by: J-sews on April 16, 2011, 05:53:56 AM
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(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/SOGs1.jpg)
SOG Pocket Power Plier
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/SOGs2.jpg)
SOG PowerAssist
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/SOGs3.jpg)
The former champion: Paladin PT-540
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/SOGs4.jpg)
SOG Blacktip Fishing Multi-Tool
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/SOGs5.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/SOGs6.jpg)
More pictures to follow. :)
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Nice. I have one coming in from Dennis I believe. I didn't realize it was larger than the PT 540. :o
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Nice pics, Bob! :tu:
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Wow :o that thing is a big oh brute isn`t it. :D
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Wow SOG's making tools by the meter now :o :o :o :D
That would be a tough MT to pocket carry :think: :D :D.
Keen to see more pics Bob :pok: :pok: :D :D
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I would probably hate to fall in the water with that big boy strapped to my side like an anchor while fishing.
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I would probably hate to fall in the water with that big boy strapped to my side like an anchor while fishing.
It could probably do with it's own floatation device (http://www.heinnie.com/product.asp?P_ID=4395) :D
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Good call. :D
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That's one big mothersmurfer... :o :o
Hopefully there's one at each continent to maintain balance.. :D
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That's one big mothersmurfer... :o :o
Hopefully there's one at each continent to maintain balance.. :D
I take it you're volunteering to take care of the European one :P
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Can anyone post it alongside another big MT, like a ST300 or a MUT?
How long is it?
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Until Now the Paladin PT-540 was the king of the castle..
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/_62BM8mgZsqk/S2_9JDEtZII/AAAAAAAAEsM/kqP-OMYyckM/s640/DSC04996.JPG)
But it looks tiny besides the Blacktip on steroids... :-\ :-\
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It's a freakin' monster alright :salute:
A full 8 inches from end to end (203mm) puts it head and shoulders bigger than the ST300 :o
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/Blacktip1.jpg)
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That's HUMONGOUS!!!! :o :o :o
What's the onboard tools? Machette? Harpoon gun? Grappling/Gaff hook?
Does it have one of those pull out handles and wheels at the corners like flight luggage? :P
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Yeah, can we see a picture of the tools on it fanned, please?
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That thing is an absolute beast. I imagine its a little too big to edc.
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I'm still getting used to the size of this thing. It is definitely a handful. A standard SOG PowerLock is already considered a fairly large multitool, but this Blacktip is much bigger.
Here it is alongside a PowerAssist. The plier head tapers to a longer point...
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/Blacktip2.jpg)
....and the handle length is much greater.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/Blacktip3.jpg)
The Blacktip has two outside opening blades. One is a drop point knife, with a plain edge. It is hollow ground, and has a thumb stud for one hand opening.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/Blacktip9.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/Blacktip10.jpg)
The outside opening mechanism looks like that of a PowerAssist, but the blade is not assisted-opening. It does however still have all the fiddly buttons and switches of the PowerAssist. The slider switch must be in the OFF position in order to open the blade, while the button must be in the UNLOCK position in order to fold it back up.
I like gadgets, but I'm not a big fan of this system.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/Blacktip11.jpg)
Other tools include a V-cutter, also with a thumb stud, as well as a fish scaler/hook disgorger, a screwdriver/cap lifter, a phillips screwdriver, a can opener, and a 3-sided file.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/Blacktip5.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/Blacktip4.jpg)
The file has a groove in one side, presumably for sharpening fish hooks, but it is not a diamond file and the file teeth are rather course for fish hook work...?
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/Blacktip6.jpg)
The underside of the plier head has serrated teeth. It looks like it would be handy for gripping tightly or crimping fishing leaders.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/Blacktip7.jpg)
Here it is compared to the cap crimper section found on the PowerLock or PowerAssist.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/Blacktip8.jpg)
The Blacktip Fishing Multi-Tool is made in Taiwan, as are the Paladin tools and other SOG multitools these days. The build quality of the components is absolutely first rate. Better in fact than some older SOG components that were made in the USA in my opinion. There are no rough edges, everything functions smoothly, all the parts have a fine polished finish, etc. The whole thing just exudes quality...
...but some of the design features could be better. For example I find the ON-OFF switch for the outside opening blades to be completely unnecessary, and downright annoying at times. And the mechanism only leaves room for two blades/tools in that handle. And even though one of them is an excellent knife blade, I can't help but wish SOG would have utilized the available space and upsized the blade another half inch or so. (see picture below)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/Blacktip12.jpg)
The opposite handle has even more vacant space, which could have been used to make the file blade and the fish scaler nearly a full inch (25mm) longer. Clearly SOG is simply saving costs by using standard-length blades and tools in the Blacktip, but by my way of thinking, if a person is going to go through the bother of carrying a gargantuan size multitool around on their hip, they ought to be rewarded by having biggie-sized blades and tools to work with. On a lesser note, I'm also not a fan of SOG piano locks, or SOG handle flaps, or SOG compound leverage, but can live with all of the above, especially on a multitool that is manufactured as well as this one is.
In conclusion, I find the Blacktip to be a unique tool that would surely be capable of handling any fishing task you throw at it. As far as I know there are no others in its class, and I'd recommend grabbing one if you are a fisherman or a SOG collector.
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Nice review Bob. :tu: Are these being sold again? I thought they were recalled last summer. For quality issues.
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Thanks for the review and pics!
Like the MUT it's a very intriguing tool, but I have little use for it.
I'm very disappointed with SOG in regards to the knife-side handle. I think one of the most common issues with the Powerlock is that while the OHO outside blades are nice, you're losing four tool slots on that handle, and the Blacktip doesn't even have the assist system, yet still only has two tools on that side. ::)
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Nice review Bob. :tu: Are these being sold again? I thought they were recalled last summer. For quality issues.
These are being sold again. They no longer have the replaceable cutters like the early ones did.
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Thanks for the intel Dennis.
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That brute really needs a marlin spike. I guess one could always get a C4 spike to install and use it.
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That is a monster tool with potential. Too much waisted space
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Is it just me, or are all of the gear covers upside down?
Isn't the little cut out supposed to make accessing the screws easier?
And not accessing parts of the gear easier ???
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/Blacktip8.jpg)
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I Think it does when the tool is closed
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I Think it does when the tool is closed
Yep, that's right :salute:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v307/jooliesews/Bobbys/Blacktip11.jpg)
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I just received mine, and Bob is right, this thing is huge. Because he beat me to the punch, I figured I may as well add a few photos comparing the Blacktip to the West Marine Performance Sailing Tool.
The West Marine is the size of a normal PowerAssist/PowerLock. Both Blacktip and West Marine tools do not feature the spring assist mechanism, even though they have the annoying locking mechanism. I won't get into any details here as Bob has already done a wonderful job describing the mechanism.
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/Leather%20Projects/IMG_0940small-1.jpg)
The Blacktip dwarfs the West Marine.
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/Leather%20Projects/IMG_0942small.jpg)
Both feature somewhat similar tool load outs. The Blacktip is on the left, West Marine Sailing tool on the right. The file on the West Marine features a shackle key as opposed to the hook file groove on the Blacktip.
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/Leather%20Projects/IMG_0944small-1.jpg)
Did someone say marlin spike? The sailing tool features a nice one. Guess most fisherman won't sail to their fishing spot, so you get a V-cutter instead.
(http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/Leather%20Projects/IMG_0946small.jpg)
So there you have it, a quick and dirty comparison between two specialized SOG tools of an aquatic nature. :)
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Is this thing the same size as the big Paladin?
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Is this thing the same size as the big Paladin?
Bigger. Look at the first set of photo`s closer.
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Nice pics Chako! :tu:
Y'know, the most exciting thing about this is SOG's apparent willingness to produce niche-specific tools that are high-quality, in low volumes. :salute: First there were the Paladin series of multitools made for electricians/datacom techs, then there was the West Marine Sailing Tool, and now the Blacktip Fisherman. Each one is made well, and has several unique components made specifically for the intended user group.
I wonder what niche they will make a multitool for next? :)
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I agree.
Maybe a tool for west coast left handed bagpipe players? :think: :D
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My tool arrived and the quality is better than the usa models. At least fit and finish. The plier head fits together with precision. These tools are a little cheap though in that both handles have spacers where other tools could fit.
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My tool arrived and the quality is better than the usa models. At least fit and finish. The plier head fits together with precision. These tools are a little cheap though in that both handles have spacers where other tools could fit.
Yeah, it always disappoints me when SOG does that. :-\ If there is room, they ought to fill it with tools! :viking:
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My BlackTip arrived from Dennis yesterday. Don't have any thing to add that hasn't all ready been said. So how about a loggin tool from SOG? :D
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My BlackTip arrived from Dennis yesterday. Don't have any thing to add that hasn't all ready been said. So how about a loggin tool from SOG? :D
Hah! :D Funny, my Top Saw tool just arrived yesterday! :D
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My BlackTip arrived from Dennis yesterday. Don't have any thing to add that hasn't all ready been said. So how about a loggin tool from SOG? :D
Hah! :D Funny, my Top Saw tool just arrived yesterday! :D
I`ll be waiting :wait: for your thoughts :think: on it. :D
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Nice review Bob. :tu: Are these being sold again? I thought they were recalled last summer. For quality issues.
These are being sold again. They no longer have the replaceable cutters like the early ones did.
Any idea where I could find one with the replaceable cutters? Or even some photos of it?
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Nice review Bob. :tu: Are these being sold again? I thought they were recalled last summer. For quality issues.
These are being sold again. They no longer have the replaceable cutters like the early ones did.
Any idea where I could find one with the replaceable cutters? Or even some photos of it?
You would have to be very lucky to find one of those since they were recalled . Here are the only 2 pics I know of.
(http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu305/horsehunter64/genimage-1.jpg)
(http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu305/horsehunter64/Bw5vOMEWkKGrHqRhQEv10CFL0BMLIMmTWcQ.jpg)
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You would have to be very lucky to find one of those since they were recalled . Here are the only 2 pics I know of.
Aw nuggets. I was just wondering about the crazy possibility of possibly grinding one down to fit in a pt-540 (I really want some replaceable cutters) but that doesn't look like a possibility. Especially since there are so few of them, I don't think I could bring myself to mangle such a collectible.
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after reading through this entire thread. I am convinced that getting that Blacktip from WestMarine will be the ultimate goal for this month!
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after reading through this entire thread. I am convinced that getting that Blacktip from WestMarine will be the ultimate goal for this month!
You can even win one in this months draw if we reach the goal. :pok:
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?topic=44842.0
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that's another good way!
I just wanted to ask if there are any blade play issues on the Blacktip Fisherman's II Multitool.
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i tried but i creally couldn't wait and I just found myself clicking on that add to cart button on west marine's site...now i am seriously poor, but happy still
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i dont have play on it.
however the blade and v cutter are pretty hard to get out compared to a power assist
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thanks for the positive news, mulou! I guess a little bit of breaking in and some wd40 will help. I'm plan to really use this for fishing...maybe use that file to make field expedient hooks out of safety pins or something
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Looks like I'm going to have to buy another one too now!
Def
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Looks like I'm going to have to buy another one too now!
Def
You could also donate $10 to the draw. :pok: Maybe you'll win. :rofl:
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Not a bad idea.... I could do that draw where I throw a bunch of balls for Daisy and let her pick the winner, but I could rub bacon grease on the tennis ball with my name on it.... :think:
Def
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Just took this one out of the blister pack and realized that it's a lot bigger that what I thought
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/22/haqyje7a.jpg)
Just a few obsevations: the strap v cutter is made from a thicker stock of metal when compared to those on the powerlock/powerassist line.
The file surface is a lot sharper too, the build quality, fit, finish and polishing is better than on.any other SOG multitools I've seen or handled.
No worries about bladeplay at all.
Sent from my Cruize W280 using Tapatalk 4 Beta
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Just took this one out of the blister pack and realized that it's a lot bigger that what I thought
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/22/haqyje7a.jpg)
Just a few obsevations: the strap v cutter is made from a thicker stock of metal when compared to those on the powerlock/powerassist line.
The file surface is a lot sharper too, the build quality, fit, finish and polishing is better than on.any other SOG multitools I've seen or handled.
No worries about bladeplay at all.
Sent from my Cruize W280 using Tapatalk 4 Beta
Are you saying the v-cut is beefier than on the blacktip? Is there any chance you could post a picture comparison?
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Can anyone post it alongside another big MT, like a ST300 or a MUT?
How long is it?
They say, that if you need to ask, it'll invariably be too long :-[
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Just took this one out of the blister pack and realized that it's a lot bigger that what I thought
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/22/haqyje7a.jpg)
Just a few obsevations: the strap v cutter is made from a thicker stock of metal when compared to those on the powerlock/powerassist line.
The file surface is a lot sharper too, the build quality, fit, finish and polishing is better than on.any other SOG multitools I've seen or handled.
No worries about bladeplay at all.
Sent from my Cruize W280 using Tapatalk 4 Beta
Are you saying the v-cut is beefier than on the blacktip? Is there any chance you could post a picture comparison?
Good day boss!
on the SOG Blacktip Fishermans's Multitool II, the implement upon which the v-cutter blades are affixed is a bit thicker and sturdier when compared to the standard sog v-cutter. I had already noticed that teeny bit when the venerable J-sews posted the initial pictures which lead to my feverish obsession for acquiring one. It will be my pleasure to post pictures when I get home. so til later my friend =)
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here they are
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That's quite a bit thicker. :o
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Whoa, it sure is! :o Somehow I don't recall seeing that on mine. :think: (and I can't go check mine right now because I'm moving and it's in storage) :(
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I'm sure the armored car driver would let you have a look!
Def
Sent from a digital multitool
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But the retinal scanner is still buggy, and those dogs have no patience. Not sure I want to risk having the seat chewed out of my pants again so soon. :-\
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And here I thought you paid extra for that! :D
Def
Sent from a digital multitool
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Whoa, it sure is! :o Somehow I don't recall seeing that on mine. :think: (and I can't go check mine right now because I'm moving and it's in storage) :(
that was actually one of the things i saw on your original pics. I wasn't too sure if I observed it right or if it was just in the angle by which the photos were taken. i can almost guarantee that your Blacktip's V-Cutter is of the same thickness. :cheers:
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I could not resist, bought one, hated it, returned it in less than 24 hrs.
Fit and finish is first class near perfection, but the design is :facepalm:
Nothing against Blacktip, just to SOG's power assist system.
Overly complex mechanisms!
It is simple to design something complex, but...
It's Really Complex To Make Something Simple.
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Yeah, the whole SOG PowerAssist thing is definitely a solution in search of a problem. ::)
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I have not actually found the chance to use my blacktip to date..
BTW they're currently selling for 39 bucks at westmarine
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Well worth it at that price! :tu:
Def
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Indeed. :salute: If I recall correctly that is about half of the original MSRP. :think:
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It appears the Blacktip is gone from West Marines website.
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That sucks. Let's hope they ran out of stock after all the MTO members snapped them up!
Def
Sent from a digital multitool
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It appears the Blacktip is gone from West Marines website.
It's still listed on their website with "Limited availability" and still at the discounted price.
http://www.westmarine.com/multi-purpose-tools/blacktip--fisherman-s-ii-multi-tool--11752177
I have noticed that the "Performance Sailing Multi-Tool" which is made for West Marine by SOG is no longer listed though.
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27 bucks....Seriously...I wouldn't mind owning two!
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Hey, Gabriel. :cheers: I was just checking your profile a few hours ago cause I was wondering where you were. :D
Hope all is well
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I'm never far away. I'm hoping to be a little more active with the posts in the coming days . Cheer bro!
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Just got my Blacktip in. Very impressive. Now I need to find the various paladin tools to complete the collection.
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those paladin tools...drool........
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those paladin tools...drool........
I really dig the PT510.
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Where can a guy find one of these to purchase? Sure don't see them in the usual places.
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Where can a guy find one of these to purchase? Sure don't see them in the usual places.
It appears the Blacktip is gone from West Marines website.
It's still listed on their website with "Limited availability" and still at the discounted price.
http://www.westmarine.com/multi-purpose-tools/blacktip--fisherman-s-ii-multi-tool--11752177
I have noticed that the "Performance Sailing Multi-Tool" which is made for West Marine by SOG is no longer listed though.
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I don't have such multi-tool knife from SOG but from leatherman. But I have read the reviews of SOG multi-tool knives and they were pretty good. I am not sure about this multi-tool, but for the next purchase I have kept its hunting knives for my inventory.
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My biggest & smallest pliers.
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My biggest & smallest pliers.
You such an enabler you!!! >:D ...I just picket one of the last SOG Blacktip II ones available for a crazy price of just over $31 !? :ahhh
Here's the link guys...snap them while you still can, the lady on the phone said they only had few left... http://www.westmarine.com/buy/blacktip--fisherman-s-ii-multi-tool--11752177
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They'll restock. :D They always do.
Prices vary from 40 something to as low as $27 last time (I think someone bought half a dozen once). I'm always tempted when there's one of these sales but cause of the size of it I doubt I'd ever actually use it.
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They'll restock. :D They always do.
Prices vary from 40 something to as low as $27 last time (I think someone bought half a dozen once). I'm always tempted when there's one of these sales but cause of the size of it I doubt I'd ever actually use it.
Restock with what? This is it mate, NOS stuff as is, the Blacktip has been discontinued for some time now, has it not?
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Well people have been buying them from WestMarine for years now. :shrug: I can't find any reference to it being disco'd.
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WHS ^
I believe the BlackTip was made exclusively for West Marine, so when they do finally run out of stock I guess it will be whatever comes up on eBay etc.
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WHS ^
I believe the BlackTip was made exclusively for West Marine, so when they do finally run out of stock I guess it will be whatever comes up on eBay etc.
That well may be. Here's what I received:
'Dear Dxxxxx,
thanks for contacting us. The Blacktip Fisherman is an old item currently on clearance, we have only few left now.'
I won't bet on this being re-stocked or not, but according to this message those few left are a pretty much it. And for a $31 + shipping for a full-size SOG it's a no-brainer in my books. I should have it in NZ for about $43 all inclusive, so ...yeah ;)
First time I looked into owning one of those about 2 years ago they were $65 + shipping and that pretty much put me off back then.
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If there's anyone in the UK, Ireland or Europe that fancies getting one of the Blacktips - can I jump in with you too.
Shipping will be far too high to justify ordering just one.
Anybody??
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WHS ^
I believe the BlackTip was made exclusively for West Marine, so when they do finally run out of stock I guess it will be whatever comes up on eBay etc.
That well may be. Here's what I received:
'Dear Dxxxxx,
thanks for contacting us. The Blacktip Fisherman is an old item currently on clearance, we have only few left now.'
I won't bet on this being re-stocked or not, but according to this message those few left are a pretty much it. And for a $31 + shipping for a full-size SOG it's a no-brainer in my books. I should have it in NZ for about $43 all inclusive, so ...yeah ;)
First time I looked into owning one of those about 2 years ago they were $65 + shipping and that pretty much put me off back then.
Mate could you let us know what they charge for shipping to NZ please :cheers: :cheers:
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Mate it was almost the price of the tool itself to ship to Aus/NZ...so I used my shipping address I set up in US. All in all it will cost me about $13 to reach my door.
Cheers
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I don't know how much "they" change you for shipping, but last time I shipped two MT to Aus only costed $16. :think:
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I have plans to customize the blacktip to make it more useful.
Added a 3 parts to cart on SOG website, with shipping these three parts already cost as much as the blacktip itself... Never mind, since I will never carry it outside of my home, I guess I will just leave it alone.
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Mate it was almost the price of the tool itself to ship to Aus/NZ...so I used my shipping address I set up in US. All in all it will cost me about $13 to reach my door.
Cheers
I went through their checkout process & their cheapest shipping option too Oz came to around $51us + the tool cost.
Way to pricey for me.
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I have plans to customize the blacktip to make it more useful.
Added a 3 parts to cart on SOG website, with shipping these three parts already cost as much as the blacktip itself... Never mind, since I will never carry it outside of my home, I guess I will just leave it alone.
Which parts? You can get some Harley Davidson marked ones from SMKW cheap. A buck or so. I'll search for links.
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I have plans to customize the blacktip to make it more useful.
Added a 3 parts to cart on SOG website, with shipping these three parts already cost as much as the blacktip itself... Never mind, since I will never carry it outside of my home, I guess I will just leave it alone.
Which parts? You can get some Harley Davidson marked ones from SMKW cheap. A buck or so. I'll search for links.
Here they are.
H-D Saw Blade for Multi-tool (http://www.smkw.com/webapp/eCommerce/products/Multi-Tools/H-D+Saw+Blade+for+Multi-tool/CP42TL.html)
File Blade for Multi-tool (http://www.smkw.com/webapp/eCommerce/products/Multi-Tools/File+Blade+for+Multi-tool/CP38TL.html)
Knife Blade (http://www.smkw.com/webapp/eCommerce/products/Multi-Tools/Harley-Davidson%C2%AE+Knife+Blade+for+Multitool/CP44TL.html)
Serrated Blade (http://www.smkw.com/webapp/eCommerce/products/Multi-Tools/Serrated+Blade+for+Multi-tool/CP43TL.html)
Phillips Screwdriver (http://www.smkw.com/webapp/eCommerce/products/Multi-Tools/Phillips+Screwdriver+for+Multi-tool/CP41TL.html)
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Mate it was almost the price of the tool itself to ship to Aus/NZ...so I used my shipping address I set up in US. All in all it will cost me about $13 to reach my door.
Cheers
I went through their checkout process & their cheapest shipping option too Oz came to around $51us + the tool cost.
Way to pricey for me.
I've been wanting one too. We could split the costs and get someone to forward them from the States. I've got family coming back through Oz mid November that could bring mine back.
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Mate it was almost the price of the tool itself to ship to Aus/NZ...so I used my shipping address I set up in US. All in all it will cost me about $13 to reach my door.
Cheers
I went through their checkout process & their cheapest shipping option too Oz came to around $51us + the tool cost.
Way to pricey for me.
I've been wanting one too. We could split the costs and get someone to forward them from the States. I've got family coming back through Oz mid November that could bring mine back.
Tempting mate :ahhh but setting up our 4wd for our camping adventure has lead to extreme wallet failure :cry: :cry:.
Thanks for the offer though mate :cheers:
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Mate it was almost the price of the tool itself to ship to Aus/NZ...so I used my shipping address I set up in US. All in all it will cost me about $13 to reach my door.
Cheers
I went through their checkout process & their cheapest shipping option too Oz came to around $51us + the tool cost.
Way to pricey for me.
I've been wanting one too. We could split the costs and get someone to forward them from the States. I've got family coming back through Oz mid November that could bring mine back.
Tempting mate :ahhh but setting up our 4wd for our camping adventure has lead to extreme wallet failure :cry: :cry:.
Thanks for the offer though mate :cheers:
No problem. Now I have to decide which I'll go for out of the Blacktip, Swisstool, OHT or MP600. :think:
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Mate it was almost the price of the tool itself to ship to Aus/NZ...so I used my shipping address I set up in US. All in all it will cost me about $13 to reach my door.
Cheers
I went through their checkout process & their cheapest shipping option too Oz came to around $51us + the tool cost.
Way to pricey for me.
I've been wanting one too. We could split the costs and get someone to forward them from the States. I've got family coming back through Oz mid November that could bring mine back.
Tempting mate :ahhh but setting up our 4wd for our camping adventure has lead to extreme wallet failure :cry: :cry:.
Thanks for the offer though mate :cheers:
No problem. Now I have to decide which I'll go for out of the Blacktip, Swisstool, OHT or MP600. :think:
OHT gets my vote, followed by the Swisstool :)
MP600s are a dime a dozen, you can get them pretty much any time for just over $25 from the mil surplus sellers on eBay.
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Mate it was almost the price of the tool itself to ship to Aus/NZ...so I used my shipping address I set up in US. All in all it will cost me about $13 to reach my door.
Cheers
I went through their checkout process & their cheapest shipping option too Oz came to around $51us + the tool cost.
Way to pricey for me.
I've been wanting one too. We could split the costs and get someone to forward them from the States. I've got family coming back through Oz mid November that could bring mine back.
Tempting mate :ahhh but setting up our 4wd for our camping adventure has lead to extreme wallet failure :cry: :cry:.
Thanks for the offer though mate :cheers:
No problem. Now I have to decide which I'll go for out of the Blacktip, Swisstool, OHT or MP600. :think:
OHT gets my vote, followed by the Swisstool :)
MP600s are a dime a dozen, you can get them pretty much any time for just over $25 from the mil surplus sellers on eBay.
I was thinking the Blacktip first cause if I can get time off work I can go fishing up your way after christmas. :)
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The price has gone up to US$40. :twak:
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The bucking price goes up n down. ???
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The price has gone up to US$40. :twak:
You've not been looking hard enough. Couple of weeks ago I picked my 3rd BO MP600 US Military edition for just over $25. :pok:
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The price has gone up to US$40. :twak:
You've not been looking hard enough. Couple of weeks ago I picked my 3rd BO MP600 US Military edition for just over $25. :pok:
The Blacktip is now US$40.
I've only been looking for the MP600 locally so far.
Plus I'll need a few to make up one with the tools I want.
Not really in a hurry for that though as its just for interests sake.
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The Blacktip is now US$40.
Prolly because there's been a recent spike in orders... :P Sorry mate, I take full blame for this one :-)
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If you will cause more blacktips to go into the hands of more mto members then you are to be lauded for your gallant deeds!
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The Blacktip is now US$40.
Prolly because there's been a recent spike in orders... :P Sorry mate, I take full blame for this one :-)
Has it landed?
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The Blacktip is now US$40.
Prolly because there's been a recent spike in orders... :P Sorry mate, I take full blame for this one :-)
Has it landed?
Landed and gifted away the very same day...the frickin' thing is unnecessary extra-long with a lot of internal space wasted/unused. The fisherman-sized plier head doesn't warrant the extra handle length, well not in its entirety.
Also, while they 'extended' the scales, no one in the design team thought extending the internal miniature-sized tools would be a good idea. Mind boggles.
For me this SOG comes with a design fault my OCD nature just couldn't live with, sorry.
I won't say anything more on this topic, if I was a SOG collector or fan I could probably get over those facts and issues, since I'm not, I couldn't care less :(
I will hunt for a different model, but the SOG BT Fisherman ain't for me, that's for sure.
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The Blacktip is now US$40.
Prolly because there's been a recent spike in orders... :P Sorry mate, I take full blame for this one :-)
Has it landed?
Landed and gifted away the very same day...the frickin' thing is unnecessary extra-long with a lot of internal space wasted/unused. The fisherman-sized plier head doesn't warrant the extra handle length, well not in its entirety.
Also, while they 'extended' the scales, no one in the design team thought extending the internal miniature-sized tools would be a good idea. Mind boggles.
For me this SOG comes with a design fault my OCD nature just couldn't live with, sorry.
I won't say anything more on this topic, if I was a SOG collector or fan I could probably get over those facts and issues, since I'm not, I couldn't care less :(
I will hunt for a different model, but the SOG BT Fisherman ain't for me, that's for sure.
I would have bought it off you. :twak: I just want some chunky compound pliers for fishing.
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The Blacktip is now US$40.
Prolly because there's been a recent spike in orders... :P Sorry mate, I take full blame for this one :-)
Has it landed?
Landed and gifted away the very same day...the frickin' thing is unnecessary extra-long with a lot of internal space wasted/unused. The fisherman-sized plier head doesn't warrant the extra handle length, well not in its entirety.
Also, while they 'extended' the scales, no one in the design team thought extending the internal miniature-sized tools would be a good idea. Mind boggles.
For me this SOG comes with a design fault my OCD nature just couldn't live with, sorry.
I won't say anything more on this topic, if I was a SOG collector or fan I could probably get over those facts and issues, since I'm not, I couldn't care less :(
I will hunt for a different model, but the SOG BT Fisherman ain't for me, that's for sure.
I would have bought it off you. :twak: I just want some chunky compound pliers for fishing.
You should have said before... 8) Mind you, you'd probably have the same feelings about it. If you need that kind of tool, have a look at older Gerber with fishing pliers, they pop up on ebay from time to time, they should be much smaller, lighter and nicer to handle.
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The Blacktip is now US$40.
Prolly because there's been a recent spike in orders... :P Sorry mate, I take full blame for this one :-)
Has it landed?
Landed and gifted away the very same day...the frickin' thing is unnecessary extra-long with a lot of internal space wasted/unused. The fisherman-sized plier head doesn't warrant the extra handle length, well not in its entirety.
Also, while they 'extended' the scales, no one in the design team thought extending the internal miniature-sized tools would be a good idea. Mind boggles.
For me this SOG comes with a design fault my OCD nature just couldn't live with, sorry.
I won't say anything more on this topic, if I was a SOG collector or fan I could probably get over those facts and issues, since I'm not, I couldn't care less :(
I will hunt for a different model, but the SOG BT Fisherman ain't for me, that's for sure.
I agree, I returned my first blacktip within 24 hours , few month later I bought a second one solely as a display piece. I have to say the fit and finish is first class, and the handles line up perfectly, unlike some other bands, starting with letter V. :whistle:
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The Blacktip is now US$40.
Prolly because there's been a recent spike in orders... :P Sorry mate, I take full blame for this one :-)
Has it landed?
Landed and gifted away the very same day...the frickin' thing is unnecessary extra-long with a lot of internal space wasted/unused. The fisherman-sized plier head doesn't warrant the extra handle length, well not in its entirety.
Also, while they 'extended' the scales, no one in the design team thought extending the internal miniature-sized tools would be a good idea. Mind boggles.
For me this SOG comes with a design fault my OCD nature just couldn't live with, sorry.
I won't say anything more on this topic, if I was a SOG collector or fan I could probably get over those facts and issues, since I'm not, I couldn't care less :(
I will hunt for a different model, but the SOG BT Fisherman ain't for me, that's for sure.
I would have bought it off you. :twak: I just want some chunky compound pliers for fishing.
You should have said before... 8) Mind you, you'd probably have the same feelings about it. If you need that kind of tool, have a look at older Gerber with fishing pliers, they pop up on ebay from time to time, they should be much smaller, lighter and nicer to handle.
I'm not interested in smaller lighter pliers, I want the biggest pliers with compound mech/gears.
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Blacktip is not bigger, it is just longer.
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Blacktip is not bigger, it is just longer.
It shares the same size gears as the PowerAssist, PowerLock and PT-540?
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Now I want the Performance Sailing MT but that will be rather hard to find. ::)
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Now I want the Performance Sailing MT but that will be rather hard to find. ::)
Why?? Are they discontinued now?
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Blacktip is not bigger, it is just longer.
It shares the same size gears as the PowerAssist, PowerLock and PT-540?
I believe it does. However, with the handles being longer it will add more leverage and making them grip even more than before.
Nate
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Now I want the Performance Sailing MT but that will be rather hard to find. ::)
Why?? Are they discontinued now?
Yes, I believe they are.
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Blacktip is not bigger, it is just longer.
It shares the same size gears as the PowerAssist, PowerLock and PT-540?
I believe it does. However, with the handles being longer it will add more leverage and making them grip even more than before.
Nate
Aye. :tu:
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They'll restock. :D They always do.
Prices vary from 40 something to as low as $27 last time (I think someone bought half a dozen once). I'm always tempted when there's one of these sales but cause of the size of it I doubt I'd ever actually use it.
Restock with what? This is it mate, NOS stuff as is, the Blacktip has been discontinued for some time now, has it not?
Told you. :D
http://www.westmarine.com/buy/blacktip--fisherman-s-ii-multi-tool--11752177
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They'll restock. :D They always do.
Prices vary from 40 something to as low as $27 last time (I think someone bought half a dozen once). I'm always tempted when there's one of these sales but cause of the size of it I doubt I'd ever actually use it.
Restock with what? This is it mate, NOS stuff as is, the Blacktip has been discontinued for some time now, has it not?
Told you. :D
http://www.westmarine.com/buy/blacktip--fisherman-s-ii-multi-tool--11752177
I think they must have had quite a large pile of Blacktips sitting in a warehouse somewhere, but unless they have more than the total demand then they will run out eventually. They have run out of the Performance Sailing MT ( I should have bought one of those when they were on clearance :-\ )
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They'll restock. :D They always do.
Prices vary from 40 something to as low as $27 last time (I think someone bought half a dozen once). I'm always tempted when there's one of these sales but cause of the size of it I doubt I'd ever actually use it.
Restock with what? This is it mate, NOS stuff as is, the Blacktip has been discontinued for some time now, has it not?
Told you. :D
http://www.westmarine.com/buy/blacktip--fisherman-s-ii-multi-tool--11752177
I think they must have had quite a large pile of Blacktips sitting in a warehouse somewhere, but unless they have more than the total demand then they will run out eventually. They have run out of the Performance Sailing MT ( I should have bought one of those when they were on clearance :-\ )
They're 30$ atm I picked one up against my better judgement go big or go home right? :multi: :facepalm:
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Ordered one the other day from West Marine. $29.95 don't think you can go wrong for that piece and it showed they were in stock. :multi:
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I bought one as well.How can you possibly go wrong at this price ?
The only SOG multi that I own is an original Paratool from 1993.
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Dollar to pound, it's the best value in a multitool out there! :D
Def
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What surprised me was the light weight of this tool.I expected it,because of the size,to be much heavier.
This is only the second SOG multi I've ever bought.The compound leverage created by the gears make this the smoothest multi I currently own.
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Been using my Blacktip for the past couple of months and overall, it is really a nice piece. The on/off switches for the main blade and v cutter got to the point of annoyance that I removed them. Very easy to do as here is only a little spring loaded clip that holds the switches in the frame. I'll bet they were only put there for product liability purposes anyway! Tool is very smooth to operate and the extra reach of the long plied head comes in handy quite often.
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Got my BlackTip from West Marine the other day. I super glued the "safety" tabs in the OFF position and added the awl from another SOG to it, right where the plastic spacer was. My question is, what's SOG's model number (S60, B61, etc.) for this? It's not on SOG's website, and the packaging never mentions it. It's made in China though.
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Got my BlackTip from West Marine the other day. I super glued the "safety" tabs in the OFF position and added the awl from another SOG to it, right where the plastic spacer was. My question is, what's SOG's model number (S60, B61, etc.) for this? It's not on SOG's website, and the packaging never mentions it. It's made in China though.
Actually they are made in Taiwan last I knew..?
Some folks would say China / Taiwan = same thing, but in my experience the tools produced in Taiwan tend to be of MUCH better quality than those made in China. :salute:
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Actually they are made in Taiwan last I knew..?
Some folks would say China / Taiwan = same thing, but in my experience the tools produced in Taiwan tend to be of MUCH better quality than those made in China. :salute:
Packaging on mine says "Made in China". No mention of Taiwan.
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Got my BlackTip from West Marine the other day. I super glued the "safety" tabs in the OFF position and added the awl from another SOG to it, right where the plastic spacer was. My question is, what's SOG's model number (S60, B61, etc.) for this? It's not on SOG's website, and the packaging never mentions it. It's made in China though.
Actually they are made in Taiwan last I knew..?
Some folks would say China / Taiwan = same thing, but in my experience the tools produced in Taiwan tend to be of MUCH better quality than those made in China. :salute:
Packaging on mine says Made in China.
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Got my BlackTip from West Marine the other day. I super glued the "safety" tabs in the OFF position and added the awl from another SOG to it, right where the plastic spacer was. My question is, what's SOG's model number (S60, B61, etc.) for this? It's not on SOG's website, and the packaging never mentions it. It's made in China though.
Actually they are made in Taiwan last I knew..?
Some folks would say China / Taiwan = same thing, but in my experience the tools produced in Taiwan tend to be of MUCH better quality than those made in China. :salute:
Packaging on mine says Made in China.
Mine too
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Hmmm, very interesting. My Blacktip packaging says Taiwan. (As does my Sailing Multitool packaging, as well as that of the Paladin PT-540)
Of course, I bought all of these tools a few years ago. Must be they moved production to China sometime since then?
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This guy has a handful of West Marine tools left if you contact him directly. Very nice guy but he's not giving them away. I bought one yesterday, I'm a sucker for anything with a marlinspike.
http://m.ebay.com/itm/261878757459
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http://www.westmarine.com/buy/blacktip--fisherman-s-ii-multi-tool--11752177
Still a few Blacktips left @ $29.77
How can you bitch at that price? What else can you get for $29.77? A Leatherman Wingman?
Blacktip eats Wingman as a snack.
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So tempting. I just can't do it, lol
Looks like a real beast of a tool. Kind of a shame they haven't come up with longer implements to take advantage of those long handles.
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Got my West Marine sailing tool in, boy that guy is a fast shipper. I love it. How can you not love a multitool with a marlinspike.
Regarding the hole in the file, I believe that is a shackle opener and that's why there is no grit inside for sharpening fishhooks. The packaging says "file/shackle key" At first I thought the shackle key was the end of the hex wrench tool but the packaging also lists "3 wrenches (#8, #10, 1/4")". I'm not sure what use the crimper has on a sailing/sailor's tool; but I'm no sailor or sailing buff.
I wonder if SOG would put the power assist feature back in?
Has anybody replaced the plastic spacer on a West Marine (or a power assist or a blacktip) with scissors or an awl or something else? I see a possible issue with the one hand opening stud on the sheepsfoot blade. It might be in the way of the adjacent tool.
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8775/17418155796_23f308d22c_c.jpg)
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8743/17444206535_215bde4bf6_c.jpg)
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Went out fishing today with my Blacktip. Removed hooks from fish, performed some minor surgery for catch and release as well as the usual line cutting chores. Excellent results in all tasks! The long needle nose pliers were awesome for getting down inside the fish's mouth to get at lures too. What a great tool at such a reasonable price. Think I might buy a couple more of them for gifts!
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Went out fishing today with my Blacktip. Removed hooks from fish, performed some minor surgery for catch and release as well as the usual line cutting chores. Excellent results in all tasks! The long needle nose pliers were awesome for getting down inside the fish's mouth to get at lures too. What a great tool at such a reasonable price. Think I might buy a couple more of them for gifts!
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Went out fishing today with my Blacktip. Removed hooks from fish, performed some minor surgery for catch and release as well as the usual line cutting chores. Excellent results in all tasks! The long needle nose pliers were awesome for getting down inside the fish's mouth to get at lures too. What a great tool at such a reasonable price. Think I might buy a couple more of them for gifts!
Glad to hear you are using yours and its working well. :tu:
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Man I'm having a hard time avoiding this one, at that price I feel like I'm obligated to try it. If only my wife felt the same way...
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Man I'm having a hard time avoiding this one, at that price I feel like I'm obligated to try it. If only my wife felt the same way...
Its easier to ask for forgiveness that permission. Just saying. :whistle:
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Man I'm having a hard time avoiding this one, at that price I feel like I'm obligated to try it. If only my wife felt the same way...
Its easier to ask for forgiveness that permission. Just saying. :whistle:
:D
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I bought an extra and gave it to my brother who is an avid kayak salt water fisherman. He said it's perfect and going with him for sure.
Which is worse a momentary $29 problem with your spouse or a lifetime of self asskicking for not jumping on the multitool bargain of the century. This tool should be at least $100.
Just order it, tell her to treat herself to a new pair of shoes and be done with it.
Does anyone know if that mongo V cutter will cut steel leader? Just curious. Obviously the wire cutters would.
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Is this what your asking about?
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/19/ad1bfa94df7ec91926e7a4390d505080.jpg)
If so, no. However, it makes for a sweet wire stripper.
Nate
That's us mobile
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Ack! I've just ordered one thanks to this thread.. :facepalm:
Ah, who am i kidding, I can't wait! :D :D
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Ack! I've just ordered one thanks to this thread.. :facepalm:
Ah, who am i kidding, I can't wait! :D :D
Haven't seen you around in quite some time. :pok:
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Ack! I've just ordered one thanks to this thread.. :facepalm:
Ah, who am i kidding, I can't wait! :D :D
Haven't seen you around in quite some time. :pok:
I think i was a senior in HS last i was here ha. I turned 20 the other day and found my box of knives and multis. Life has taken some getting used to, if ya know what i mean ;) Surprised you remember me, to be honest :cheers:
Glad to be back though, y'all are a great group :salute:
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Ack! I've just ordered one thanks to this thread.. :facepalm:
Ah, who am i kidding, I can't wait! :D :D
Haven't seen you around in quite some time. :pok:
I think i was a senior in HS last i was here ha. I turned 20 the other day and found my box of knives and multis. Life has taken some getting used to, if ya know what i mean ;) Surprised you remember me, to be honest :cheers:
Glad to be back though, y'all are a great group :salute:
We all get busy with life (and/or girls) especially at your age. If you moved or are moving out on your own for the first time that can be a very consuming endeavor as well. Yup, I remember you. Don't underestimate your impact on people whether it be on the forum or in your day to day life. Jeez, I sound like a fortune cookie. :D
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Welcome back SAKnight!
Nate
That's us mobile
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http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1276680-SOG-Multi-Tools?p=14808785#post14808785
This guy did some clever modding to get scissors, saw, and file into his BlackTip; surprised he managed to fit 3 long tools into one side. I may try that.
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Welcome back SAKnight!
Nate
That's us mobile
Thanks, great to be back! :tu:
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Good golly miss Molly is this thing enormous, and I've got some big ol' hands! now to look at its pretty shininess :D
Sure, i may not have a use for it, but boy, those pliers are gorgeous. the biggest mt pliers I've seen, and they meet with more precision than any other I've tried, that's all manufacturers. Simply brilliant. Love the sheath, how it has a clip. But slightly annoyed at the fact that if pressure is put on the closed blade, it springs in and flat spots the edge :ahhh
Not to worry, I have a sharpmaker on the way >:D
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Welcome back SAKnight, I remember you as well. It's always good to see members return after a long absence. :salute:
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Welcome back SAKnight, I remember you as well. It's always good to see members return after a long absence. :salute:
Thanks!
It's great to be back, terrific community, this :tu:
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If any of you guys have been thinking about getting one, looks like West Marine might be closing them out at $29.77:
http://www.westmarine.com/buy/blacktip--fisherman-s-ii-multi-tool--11752177
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If any of you guys have been thinking about getting one, looks like West Marine might be closing them out at $29.77:
http://www.westmarine.com/buy/blacktip--fisherman-s-ii-multi-tool--11752177
Been there a while mate ;) all good though, still a *fantastic* price, for a truly great tool. My favorite sog!
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If any of you guys have been thinking about getting one, looks like West Marine might be closing them out at $29.77:
http://www.westmarine.com/buy/blacktip--fisherman-s-ii-multi-tool--11752177
Been there a while mate ;) all good though, still a *fantastic* price, for a truly great tool. My favorite sog!
Didn't think to look back as far as May to see if the deal had already been posted. LOL
Yep. I guess still good to have bumped the thread and let people know the deal is still around :)
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Woudl anybody lend me a hand and order/forward one of those things for me?
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Woudl anybody lend me a hand and order/forward one of those things for me?
:pok: :pok:
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Trade or sale?
Can you please inquire on shipping costs? They tend to be dealbreakers sometimes?
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Trade or sale?
Can you please inquire on shipping costs? They tend to be dealbreakers sometimes?
Pm'd
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Answered!
Thanks
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Looks like they have stopped selling them.
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I had for some reason sold all of my SOG MTs plus about 90% of my collection...which is why I have been absent for a few years
Then the bug bit once again... and I saw a local seller posting Blacktips and some Performance Sailing Tools.... so i bought 1 of each :)
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Nice, I want a Performance Sailing Tool. :drool: :gimme:
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Nice, I want a Performance Sailing Tool. :drool: :gimme:
Ditto :like:
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the biggest, baddest, bestest large SOG multitool out there
(https://i.imgur.com/17EIyCC.jpg)
sad it got discontinued
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My new (new to me) Blacktip.
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My new (new to me) Blacktip.
:tu: :like:
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My new (new to me) Blacktip.
:tu: :like:
:hatsoff:
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Updated tool set. Makes it more compatable with my other MT.
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Updated tool set. Makes it more compatable with my other MT.
that's just excellent
I also modded one of my Blacktips but to add a file, take out the scaler, add a Philips and other stuff, but no scissors, which is an absolute failure ( :facepalm:) as I always mod my tools to add scissors!! :twak:
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this mod you did inspired me to carry the Blacktip again...and maybe mod it someday of this week :salute:
(https://i.imgur.com/hqyOjKa.jpg)
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Blacktip with good old SOG saw, quick and easy mod
(https://i.imgur.com/jDr26p8.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/vdsWLrB.jpg)