Rebar vs Gerber MP ??? Or something else entirely...

[mr626]

Just wanted to finish off this thread with a big thanks to zoidberg. Both tools arrived safe and well, and have seen a bit of use already. Will do some proper write ups when I have time.

[zoidberg]

Well that's a big relief. As the weeks went by with no word I got a bit worried. Looking forward to your update.

[ToolJoe]

Lowes still has the Rebar for 39.95. I ended up buying a Vic soldier and have been carrying that.

[powernoodle]

I would recommend finding one [MP600] without the replaceable cutters though.

What's your thought process on that?   

[mr626]

Well that's a big relief. As the weeks went by with no word I got a bit worried. Looking forward to your update.

Yeah apologies for the communication blackout, was away on a trip without easy access to internet for a while.

[AimlessWanderer]

I would recommend finding one [MP600] without the replaceable cutters though.

What's your thought process on that?   

They have bad reviews for handling thinner wire, and can be to brittle for harder jobs. I have smurfed up the ones on an MP700 before just by accidentally gripping something too deeply in the jaws. I heard a crunch and the cutters had ceased to be. Had they been standard cutters, I may have damaged them and have to do a little refinement, but they would at least still exist

[zoidberg]

I would recommend finding one [MP600] without the replaceable cutters though.

What's your thought process on that?   

They have bad reviews for handling thinner wire, and can be to brittle for harder jobs. I have smurfed up the ones on an MP700 before just by accidentally gripping something too deeply in the jaws. I heard a crunch and the cutters had ceased to be. Had they been standard cutters, I may have damaged them and have to do a little refinement, but they would at least still exist

Yeah they certainly aren't my favourite cutters, you can see why over here.

[zoidberg]

Well that's a big relief. As the weeks went by with no word I got a bit worried. Looking forward to your update.

Yeah apologies for the communication blackout, was away on a trip without easy access to internet for a while.

No worries mate. I figured if something was wrong you would let me know.

[ToolJoe]

Carrying the Vic Soldier has met my needs with flying colors. I'm going to probably snag some dedicated cutters and keep them in my bag.

[mr626]

Bit of a thread revival!

The BO Rebar has become my main 'work' MT, and I'm very happy with it (other than the sheath- Leatherman need to lift their game here).

The MP600 was fun to try, but not really for me I've decided. I just find operating it a bit clunky compared to Leatherman tools. The MP has found a new home with a new member of staff at my workplace- new guy started in the grounds / maintenance team and didn't have a MT, so it was obvious where the Gerber needed to go 

[SteveC]

Glad to hear the Rebar is serving you well   

If you can find an old PST leather sheath you can stretch it out to fit the Rebar, that's what I did. Or one of the older Yellow letter Fuse sheaths.

[mr626]

Glad to hear the Rebar is serving you well   

If you can find an old PST leather sheath you can stretch it out to fit the Rebar, that's what I did. Or one of the older Yellow letter Fuse sheaths.

Thanks for the tips re sheath. My Leatherman sheath rant deserves a whole other thread, but briefly it just seems that both design and quality have dropped off in recent years.

When I had my first SS Rebar it came with the box leather sheath. I know not everyone likes these but too be honest it was way better than the ill-fitting nylon sheath that the BO Rebar ships with. I might just look for a standard box leather one.