Should I get it?

[Demel]

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00267KIQ6/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1445113204&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=schrade+tough+tool&dpPl=1&dpID=41H86HYIQvL&ref=plSrch

I've been wanting to try off brand multis. And I know Schrade isn't made is the US anymore but wanted to know if for $20 was the tough tool worth it?  What do you think?

[Obi1shinobee]

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00267KIQ6/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1445113204&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=schrade+tough+tool&dpPl=1&dpID=41H86HYIQvL&ref=plSrch

I've been wanting to try off brand multis. And I know Schrade isn't made is the US anymore but wanted to know if for $20 was the tough tool worth it?  What do you think?

Im thinking get that other day.. 

[Demel]

What appealed to you?

[Obi1shinobee]

What appealed to you?

I like scissor. i might HACKED that to BLAST-OFF.. 

[AimlessWanderer]

Jsews (Bob) saw one at the shot show a few years back, picked it up, squeezed the pliers, and they deformed in his hand. He said he didn't need to squeeze that hard to bend the handles either.

On this occasion, I would avoid like the plague. Unless of course you're thinking of getting one to see if you can crush them more than Bob did  Pics of before and after are knocking about on here somewhere 

[Grant Lamontagne]

Yes, I was there when Bob crushed the so called Tough Tool in his hand.

I would not pay $5 for a current issue POS Schrade tool.  I have openly challenged Taylor (the company that items the rights to the Schrade name) to provide a tool that isn't smurf, and after nine years they have never stepped up.

Horrible tools and I wouldn't waste money on it.  Taylor didn't put any money into manufacturing it so you shouldn't put any money into buying it.

Def

[Demel]

Yes, I was there when Bob crushed the so called Tough Tool in his hand.

I would not pay $5 for a current issue POS Schrade tool.  I have openly challenged Taylor (the company that items the rights to the Schrade name) to provide a tool that isn't smurf, and after nine years they have never stepped up.

Horrible tools and I wouldn't waste money on it.  Taylor didn't put any money into manufacturing it so you shouldn't put any money into buying it.

Def

Jsews (Bob) saw one at the shot show a few years back, picked it up, squeezed the pliers, and they deformed in his hand. He said he didn't need to squeeze that hard to bend the handles either.

On this occasion, I would avoid like the plague. Unless of course you're thinking of getting one to see if you can crush them more than Bob did  Pics of before and after are knocking about on here somewhere 

Sounds fair enough. I am always willing to try underdog tools but not without consulting the gurus first. Thanks for your input 

[Grant Lamontagne]

What's worse is that when I saw the title to this thread my immediate thought was "of course you should get it, whatever it is. You aren't a real man unless you have at least one __________."

Then I opened the thread and saw what it was you were taking about and I immediately got serious to make sure you didn't waste money on it.  Yes, that's how bad it is- even I can't find anything funny about it.

Def

[jerseydevil]

Fortunately I've never handled a newer "Tough" Tool.  I have a US made 1st generation that is a tank.  My old boss had a 2nd generation one that lives up to its name, still being fully operational after being run over by a fire truck! My advice is save your pennies and get a real one.

[Demel]

I may check ebay to see if one pops up. It would be nice to get one from its hayday. It's hard to believe they can be so bad. When they moved manufactoring to China did they not send their machines too?

[Corwyn]

Just got a nib one of these for 6 usd shipped... and it feels like I spent 3 dollars too much. Still it will stay in the glovebox as beater pliers/prybar...

[Grant Lamontagne]

I may check ebay to see if one pops up. It would be nice to get one from its hayday. It's hard to believe they can be so bad. When they moved manufactoring to China did they not send their machines too?

Taylor Cutlery is famous for cutting every corner they can and presenting the cheapest product possible.  They also make Smith & Wesson branded knives.   

I think they only bought the rights to the name and designs of Schrade when Schrade went under.  They then sent the designs to the lowest bidder and had them produce the tools and knives which were then sold at the original US made price making a sweet profit.

I don't mean to rant too much, but what really burns my smurf about these is that they are actually issued to Australian soldiers.  While it is really the Australian bean counters that are to blame, I am also very much against Taylor for even making a bid for military contacts knowing their products are some of the worst tools on the market.

Def

[Demel]

Just an update, every now and again I look at this and think, "well I could just try it" and then think about all you trusted folks here and reply, "self:  NO"

One other thing I noticed while trolling youtube, I noticed all the "reviews" on this tool and not one of them looks used AT ALL! every video looks like the tool is fresh out of the box and they guy saying this is a pretty good tool. That in it of itself makes a bigger case why I shouldn't get it. very sad. As quirky as the design is, I kind of like it. 

[ColoSwiss]

Somewhat different, but interesting. Earlier this year I picked up a Schrade Little Finger sheath knife. The knife uses left-over US made blades, but is assembled in China with pakkawood handles. Overall its a decent quality little knife. Even the sheath is well made. So at least a few of Schrade's current products aren't junk.

[NetsNJ]

I don't mean to rant too much, but what really burns my smurf about these is that they are actually issued to Australian soldiers.  While it is really the Australian bean counters that are to blame, I am also very much against Taylor for even making a bid for military contacts knowing their products are some of the worst tools on the market.

IIRC, in the past they were issued Swisstools.  Can you imagine, going from a Swisstool to this overpriced piece of junk?

[derekmac]

Somewhat different, but interesting. Earlier this year I picked up a Schrade Little Finger sheath knife. The knife uses left-over US made blades, but is assembled in China with pakkawood handles. Overall its a decent quality little knife. Even the sheath is well made. So at least a few of Schrade's current products aren't junk.

That's actually quite nice looking!


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[Grant Lamontagne]

I don't mean to rant too much, but what really burns my smurf about these is that they are actually issued to Australian soldiers.  While it is really the Australian bean counters that are to blame, I am also very much against Taylor for even making a bid for military contacts knowing their products are some of the worst tools on the market.

IIRC, in the past they were issued Swisstools.  Can you imagine, going from a Swisstool to this overpriced piece of junk?

Yes they did formerly use Swiss tools and replaced them with these awful pieces of monkey excrement.  I'm sure someone got a bonus for saving a pile of taxpayer money by switching.

Def