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Item 678532
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Comments about Leatherman Juice S2 Multitool:
I carry this with me on every hiking trip. I like the whole "juice" series. They are small and light enough to be easily carried, yet still big enough to put some power behind it to loosen rusty bolts. I'm a big fan of the gerber-mini but use this one when I want a bit more power.
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I wanted a multitool specifically for hiking and camping out of a backpack. I spent quite a while shopping for one that had the few things I need without a whole bunch of things that I don't need. My requirements are very minimalist. I need:
1. A pair of pliers. Early last summer my buddy had a zipper blowout on his backpack. It required both his and my pliers to get the teeth lined back up so he could close the zipper. A pair of pliers is a must. One minor issue with these. When I'm squeezing down on the pliers, there's the tiniest bit of flex in the tool that I'm a little concerned about. I worry that one day when I'm really bearing down on something with the pliers, it's gonna break.
2. A pair of scissors. For opening freeze-dried meals, mostly. But also if I need to cut bandages. For certain tasks a knife doesn't work as well as a pair of scissors. I like the scissors on this. I like the feel on the thumb. The blades are a nice size.
3. A good sharp knife that's not too big and not too small. For a large knife I'll carry a separate large knife. This one is a little larger than a paring knife. It locks open so I know it's not going to fold when I'm using it.
Aside from those three things, I don't really need much else. Here's some thoughts on the other gadgets:
A can opener is okay to have, but not really necessary. When I hike into the back country of Yellowstone I'm not lugging cans of food, I'm carrying lighter dehydrated or freeze dried food. I suppose I could picture going on a day hike and stuffing a can of chili into my pack, in which case a can opener would be useful.
I'm trying to think if any of the camping or hiking gear I have has screws of any kind. The screwdrivers are pretty small and take up little space, so it's not bothersome to have them there.
This tool does NOT have: a file (I don't need it), tweezers (I have a good pair in my emergency kit, don't need an extra), a toothpick (I can whittle one with the knife), extra knives (I just need the one).
This isn't quite the perfect hiking/camping/backpacking multitool, but it's the closest I've been able to find. The real trick was finding a multi tool that had both pliers AND scissors, without having 20 other things on it. Take a look for yourself. Look at all the multitools that have both pliers and scissors and see how many extra gadgets they have.
This is a cool little tool
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This replaced a Victorinox Tinker which I carried for many years. I carry this knife everywhere, and it is the first thing I reach for when I need scissors, screwdrivers, or of course a knife.
Good Things:
* Nice size knife blade. VERY sharp out of the box.
* Scissors don't have an extra spring thing to break.
* Assortment of standard screwdriver bits and full-size Philips bit. Real, usable screwdrivers.
* Full-size needle-nose pliers and wire cutters.
* Folds up small. Fits easily in my pocket.
* Bright shocking orange makes it hard to lose.
Bad Things:
* The scissors are folded behind a combination bottle and can opener. I use the scissors about once a day. I use the opener about never. Oops.
* During incautious moments I've had the pliers snap shut on my fingers.
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Comments about Leatherman Juice S2 Multitool:
I have a bunch of multi tools and bought this small one specifically for lightweight backpacking and it works beautifully for that purpose. Its sharp and cleans trout very well. Only thing I wish it had a sheath, if it did I would use it on a more regular basis, without a sheath its not comfy enough to put in a pocket but for backpacking going light I wouldnt take the sheath anyway.
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This is a great multitool. I carry it every day in my pocket. The knife holds a very sharp edge. I use it for everything from carving wood to opening packages. The screwdrivers are very useful and easy to access. The lanyard ring requires a separate tool (such as a thin key) to pull out. The scissors get harder to use as dust builds up, but the bottle opener is a very good design. The pliers are sturdy and the wire cutters are great. Overall, it is a very useful, sturdy, and compact tool.
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I've had this model for several years now (at least 3) and it's been a real workhorse. I carry it daily. All the tools actually function as intended and I really appreciate the small straight screwdrivers and the "real" philips driver.
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I bought this multi-tool for my wife. She loves it, but I am constantly " stealing " it to use. This tool has everything you need.
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This is a great small and compact multitool that gives you just what you need without making the tool too fat and hard to hold. However, at [$] dollars, it is one of the more expensive of the compact multitools. A great sheath is available but sold separately for another [$]
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It's a great tool but I find the flat screwdriver heads are in there way too tight, I usually need a key to help them out. When any of the screwdrivers are used the whole tool tends to flex a little too much for my comfort. Everything else is great though.
On a belt it's brilliant but in a trouser pocket or to carry on a trail it's just too heavy.
Best thing: it's the first Leatherman tool I've purchased which has been truly sharp from the pack.
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Just got this,brand new at a flea market. Did'nt come in a box nor did it have a sheath,but it is unused and only cost me [$]!! Have'nt used it yet but seems to be solidly built. Will be great at work and around the house. I've used a squirt p4 for about a year now ,but this will be able to take on bigger tasks. [...]
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