My new SOG PowerLock S63

[tanker]

First of all: yessss!!!
At last I have in my hands one of the famous SOG MTs.
In  many areas it´s more than I expected. For example I like very much its polished finish and its design overall is very different from the competitors and I like that a lot.
It opens sooo smooth that even my wife liked it, a friend of mine has the LM Surge and she remembered opening it wasn´t so easy as this SOG (even so I would like to get a Surge someday).
All the tools seem like they work fine except may be for the file that I don´t like too much, I haven´t tried any tool here yet but the file doesn´t feel as good as the one in my Spirit. Subjective opinion in any case.
The piano keys locking system is interesting but I don´t know if it´s better than having just one lock per side like the older ones. What do you SOG owners think?
The locks for the saw and the file for example doesn´t completely lock when I pull them out, they need a bit of help. The side where are the knife, V cutter, etc work fine.
For what I´ve seen the handle covers are necessary in this MT but they don´t fit in the handles as they should,  or is it only in my SOG? I mean you have to push them in place and they tend to get out, specially one side.
Despite these details I like this MT a LOT, it feels strong in your hand and I´m sure it will perform well.
Now I have membership in all four clubs

[parnass]

Hi tanker.  Thanks for posting your comments and photos of the new S63.   

I have the original S60 and removed the handle covers.  They get in the way, make the tool heavier, and I don't really need them.   They fit somewhat sloppy, too.

Be sure to post more comments as you use the S63 for more tasks.

[DaveK]

I'm starting to get seriously tempted by a Powerlock........

[cliosguy]

kudos on the new acquisition

i have a powerlock s61 eod.....and i love it, it has to functions: MT and stress release toy

[Leatherman123]

I'm starting to get seriously tempted by a Powerlock........

If you do, make sure you get a 2.0 version! You will not be impressed by the 1.0!

[Roadie]

If you do, make sure you get a 2.0 version! You will not be impressed by the 1.0!

eh!??! There's plenty of people who love the "old" Powerlock, me included, it's not that different to the new one! Gear covers, new head and piano locks....not like it's a revolution in design

[DaveK]

I shall get the cheapest

[Leatherman123]

Well, the older design sucks IMO! The blade or any tool on that handle won't lock on the knife blade side if the bottle opener is not flush with the rest of the tools in the handle... Or, the gears, I tried to unscrew a rusted screw w/ them and it was a very uncomfortable experience!

[Roadie]

Well, the older design sucks IMO! The blade or any tool on that handle won't lock on the knife blade side if the bottle opener is not flush with the rest of the tools in the handle... Or, the gears, I tried to unscrew a rusted screw w/ them and it was a very uncomfortable experience!

You think the Powerlock 1.0 sucks, I think the Surge sucks....guess we'll have to agree to disagree

[DaveK]

Lol - sorry for hijacking your thread tanker! I like the look of what you got there (nice pics by the way).

How long will be able to resist taking it apart do you think?

[Leatherman123]

You think the Powerlock 1.0 sucks, I think the Surge sucks....guess we'll have to agree to disagree

[Leatherman123]

That's so weird how it has the piano locks, gear covers, and the old plier head!

[tanker]

Hi tanker.  Thanks for posting your comments and photos of the new S63.   

I have the original S60 and removed the handle covers.  They get in the way, make the tool heavier, and I don't really need them.   They fit somewhat sloppy, too.

Be sure to post more comments as you use the S63 for more tasks.

Sure thing parnass.

I removed the handle covers as well just to apply some good pressure over it and I put them back them in place. They do help not hurting your fingers...it´s not much but they help in my opinion.

[tanker]

I'm starting to get seriously tempted by a Powerlock........

I really don´t think you will regret it.
In any case you may start an underline for the "Davek" pic

[tanker]

kudos on the new acquisition

i have a powerlock s61 eod.....and i love it, it has to functions: MT and stress release toy

thanks cliosguy and I know what you mean...

[tanker]

Lol - sorry for hijacking your thread tanker! I like the look of what you got there (nice pics by the way).

I just hope nobody gets hurt, those swords look really sharp 

How long will be able to resist taking it apart do you think?

may be until my Surge arrives...? 

[Anthony]

Congrats on the SOG

Great tool, I keep going back to it.

[cliosguy]

That's so weird how it has the piano locks, gear covers, and the old plier head!

happen to me too, i send it back to my seller and they send me brand new with the correct plier head

[tanker]

That's so weird how it has the piano locks, gear covers, and the old plier head!

hey you´re right LM123! I didn´t get it at first
That forces me to order the PowerAssist to get the new plier head 

[Dunc]

I'm starting to get seriously tempted by a Powerlock........

I have an older style 


Dunc

[DoughDTD]

I'm starting to get seriously tempted by a Powerlock........

MEEEE TOOOOOO!

[DaveK]

Thanks to Benner, I currently have Defender's SOG Switchplier thingy in my hand right now! It's my first proper look at SOG, and whilst the Switchplier has limited functionality compared to the tools I actually buy, I love the innovative design.

I feel a thread coming on, but suffice it to say, handling this SOG has moved my interest in owning a SOG powerplier up at least one notch. In fact I'm past desire and heading towards lust...   

Anyone want to sell one cheap?   

Oh and Def - I can't seem to find your switchplier, I'm sure it was around here earlier 

[daveim21]

I think I will be getting one of those for christmas, likely from my uncle...
I think i'll die of anticipation within the next two days.