Side by Side Comparison of: Stanley vs Gerber

I've owned Leatherman and Gerbers. I've used Stanley tools my whole life and I've never been disappointed with the quality and durability. While some may downgrade this tool in favor of the more expensive brands, what do you actually use it for other than to sub for the proper tool in doing any kind of job? I've also lost my Leathermans and Gerbers, so at this price, if I lose it, I'm only out $10. Great tool for a great price. I call 5 stars on this one.

I have been looking for cost friendly and efficient products for my bug out bag. I have checked out the big box stores and other online retailers for similar products. What I found was they charge double or more for the same thing. The others may hae far superior quality but this is not a tool I will use everyday. Nor will I put it thru terribly hard times. It's incase of emergency. My only issue is that the loop on the holder cannot be opened so as to attach to my molle pack. Not a necessity just a luxury.

I bought one of these for my son. I actually have a Leatherman myself, but like this one almost as much. It is actually a great value. My son loves to carry it on his belt, so we end up using it a lot just because it is there and available. For the price you can't beat it. It feels pretty sturdy. Not as smooth in operation as the Leatherman Wave but just as functional so far. I bought several more for friends.

I put together emergency kits for friends and family and when I came across this item I was immediately able to take a half dozen other items out of the kit saving money and space. It is listed as a 12-in-1 multi tool but really there is so much more you can do with it. I include one of these now in all my kits and I have one in my car and the car my wife uses. A great number of tools for a great price. And with Amazon Prime it was dropped at my door just a couple days after I made the purchase. The Stanley multi tool is very well built and sturdy. I trust that these will last many, many years and I recommend that everyone have one of these in the bottom of their bag, in their car, or in the drawer of your kitchen where "stuff" is placed that you know you'll need from time to time.

So far it looks and feels well made. The weight and size is convenient for pocket or belt carry. The belt pouch is set up in a way that lets the top hang out away from your body too much for my taste. So it can catch on things pretty easy, however this is something I've noticed about may belt pouches of various qualities so it's hard to blame this particular product. The pouch is well made, I didn't really expect that so as long as the belt loop doesn't rip like many I've used, it should hold up well.The small tools did require me to open the large tool first to open them up, at least the first time. Now they open just fine. They do require some grip and if someone is weak or lacking in grip, they may have trouble, at lest at first till they break it in.I can open everything and close everything with one hand if I use my leg or torso, so if you're injured while camping or something, this tool could probably still be used. Same thing if you have to hold something with your other hand. The pliers don't have a spring, but hold open well enough for one handed use.I was worried about the skeletal design, I had a pocket knife with a similar design and cut myself a few times with it just by reaching in to pull it out of my pocket. This one however has smaller holes and I can't get enough of my finger in there to get cut. I can feel the teeth of the saw blade but not enough to worry about. I probably won't carry this in my pocket often, but if I have any problems with it, I'll update this.I would buy this again and probably will by a couple more, one to keep in the car and one for my wife.

This multitool is a great option for use in places where you may not want to bring your $50+ dollar Leatherman Supertool. That being said, don't expect the same quality that would come with the mid level SOG, Gerber, or Leatherman offerings. This tool does excel however as an alternative for camping, the truck toolbox, or even a bug out bag. In any of these roles the Stanley 12 in 1 will do the job and the best part, if you loose it in the woods or don't use it more than a few times a year you won't kick yourself for spending a ton of money on it.The tool itself isn't anything to sneer at either the handles are ergonomic enough for most jobs, and the tool itself is stout enough that it doesn't feel like its about to bend when you put the pliers to a decent amount of use. THe tools themselves are pretty run of the mill as far as multitools go but the saw and knife are relatively sharp, as are the wire cutters. Everything else works on it as advertised. The nylon sheath isn't bad for the price either, the snap holds very securely. Hell worst case it has a Stanley life time warranty!Altogether, if you are someone who uses a multitool everyday whether it be for work or play this probably isn't the tool for you, but if you want a cheap sub for your prized multitool that you won't miss if its lost or neglected this is the best option for the price.

These are part of my EDC bag. I use them often and take them every where I go. Great for fishing and tasks where I don't want to pull out my tool box from the garage. They are built well and are durable. They are not as expensive as a leatherman and they are built just as well. They are very similar to the USGI army MP600 multi tool.

In order to open the plier, the handles have to spread open a little bit. So you want to hold the tool by the "outside" handle. Pinch the "outside" handle between your thumb on one side and four fingers on the other side. The "inside" handle is in toward your palm, but not really touching your palm. Now move your hand and lower arm quickly downward, straightening the elbow as you do.The "inside" handle can move a bit toward your palm, allowing the handles to separate ever so slightly, and allowing the plier to extend with a satisfying click. Easy peazy.

Depends what you are looking for in a multi-tool if this is the right one for you. Me personally, I am often in an awkward position when I need mine. Whether it be holding something in place so I can get a few bolts tightened or ensuring my balance is maintained by resting one hand on a steady surface. What I love about this tool is that I can grab it with one hand, open it in no time flat and use it all without having to take my focus of what I am doing. That is the key for me to this tool. It doesn't demand any focus if you are going for the pliers. Most other tools you have to unfold and it seems the higher the quality the stiffer and more difficult that is to do. For that reason I prefer the Gerber. No using my thigh to finish unwrapping my pliers from their coffin. I just flick my wrist and get to work.

Bought this to replace one that was stolen. I love the Gerber multi tools. They are well made, sturdy, convenient, and just plain awesome. I refuse to be without one. I spent 23 years in the Marine Corps and have always had Gerber knives and tools on every deployment including Desert Storm and Operation Iraqi Freedom. I wouldn't go to war without one. They are just so handy to have for so many uses. I would recommend to anyone, anytime.

I've been a leatherman man for over 30 years and was skepticle about getting a gerber, so when it first arrived and after handling it for a few minutes, my hands were all black. After a few days I've noticed there is less and less black getting on my hands from the handling, so I'm guessing it's just residue that will go away in time. The tool is great, the design is fantastic, ease of use gets better with time as it breaks in. I'm going to enjoy owning this tool.

Very well engineered and functional. For the longest time I had been dealing with cheap knock offs of the leatherman. The swiss army knife just doesn't cut it either. this thing does work and ill carry it with me all the time.Pros:-slide out pliers. they were weird at first but then i remembered my old multitool how the pliers would get stuck in one side. this eliminates that hassle.-build quality. built with materials that feel sturdy and likely will last.-scissors actually work. i cant stand when other multitools fail to cut anything as soft as paper. usually i just go and dig out the scissors, not anymore-locking mechanism. every function locks into place so other functions dont come out on you. there have been countless times i had been cutting something with the saw and it folded back in and cut my hand. this eliminates that.cons:-stiff at first. not much of a con. it just needs to be used and itll go away. but when youre trying all the functions, it takes a while to pull them out.-case is minimalist and stiff. again not much of a con. the tool only fits in the case head first. the case needs breaking in.i bought this because i have a gerber knife and its awesome.

We got these to put in all of our evacuation bags. Not as nice as a gerber for everyday use, but certainly has enough functionality to be very useful if we have to go somewhere fast. I didn't give it a 5 star primarily because of the plier design which folds the tools out of the outside of the handles (same as a leatherman). I prefer the gerber design where they fold out of the inside of the handles because it's easier on your hands when using them as pliers.

I bought one and it's ok but the can opener is not very good, cutting part outside should be inside . Blade is sharp other tools seem ok. It has a nice carry pouch . If can opener worked better would be perfect .Stanley should do better they have good products .

Good stuff, just not what I needed. This is the first multi-tool I've bought so I really didn't know what to expect. I returned it and they charged me for shipping so that's not cool but oh well. Its just a little to heavy for what I needed it for: ultra-light backpacking. If you don't mind the weight, its a great product for the price

bought this for utility drawer to have something on hand for those hundreds of times you need that one tool on hand and so you don't have to go drag out your tools to do one little thing. Has paid for itself multiple times already. It's not the super high quality in terms of how I normally think of Stanley tools, but I bought it cheap and I'm not doing anything heavy duty so it more than serves its purpose. I'm happy with it

For $12, you shouldn't expect a Leatherman, and this is no Leatherman. But it is more than I would have expected for $12. I needed a tool for a business trip, something I could ship ahead for cheap since I couldn't carry it on the plane, and I wasn't checking bags. For $12, I could afford to lose or break it, if necessary.The build quality overall is very good. The joints are a bit loose, but the tool is well made. Opened up for using the pliers, it's comfortable in the hand. It's decent sized, so you can get some leverage. The knife is nice and sharp, as is the saw blade. The screwdriver tips are good quality as well. Closed up, things don't line up as precisely as a more expensive multi-tool, but again, for $12, who needs to complain. I don't know if it would last like some more expensive tools, but if you wanted a couple to throw in a toolbox, tackle box, truck, car, RV, etc. for quick repairs, this would do you just fine. I've had other multi tools in this price range, and many of them weren't worth the price. This one is a good value.

A very good multitool for the price.I have a few around the house and in my cars/trucks and don't feel very bad if/when they get lost since they're fairly inexpensive.It's available under a few different brand names too, so I'd still recommend it if anyone happens to see this one from a different company. I used to have a few under the Winchester brand a while back, and I've seen these under some oddball Chinese names too. My guess is that they're probably made in the same factory.

Gerber products last. I've never had one that broke or had issues. This one is great but the release on the pliers is a little tough. Sometimes when I pull the pliers out I have to use two hands because it won't open all the way.

I have a Swiss army knife that has everything I need on it, but the players on the knife or a little dainty and there are no locking blades. I bought this to supplement my Swiss Army knife. It is a pretty nice multi-tool, but I wish it had more useful tools like my Swiss Army knife. Many of the tools on this multi-tool seem redundant and unnecessary.Pros: Sturdy, has locking knives and tools, its compact, has a really nice saw, and has really nice needle nose pliers that are retractable and can be deployed with the flick of the hand.Cons: some of the tools seem redundant and unnecessary. You have to deployed the pliers in order to open the knife, which is an extra step that I don't always want to take when I'm ready to cut something.

This is a great piece, but mine came with what I would consider a major flaw. The main joint was lubricated with metal shavings and almost no grease at all. When I operated it at first, you could hear and feel grinding metal. I ended up using gear oil to clean it out over a period of a few days, and then used a syringe with anti seize to re-lubricate it. After that, it was a whole new animal and felt like butter.With that said, this is an outstanding tool that I have no doubt will last me forever. It's built like a tank and worth every penny, which is why it gets 4 stars even with the QC issue. I never contacted Gerber for it, because I was able to resolve it myself, so I have no idea what the experience would be like there should you need it.Highly recommended, you're not going to find a USA multi tool that holds a candle to this at this price.

This is a really solid piece of equipment and all the tools on it function the way they should . I've owned a few gerbers in the past and this one has a slight edge over any I've had. There are a couple things I don't love about it which keeps it shy of a five star rating; the one hand operation some adverts boast about isn't exactly as easy as I was led to believe and for the price you can get another Gerber tool with about the same performance for a good bit cheaper. Honestly unless you're planning to use yours frequently on a daily basis you don't need this model, especially if all you want is a handy tool for those tricky situations that seem to pop up every so often. Although if you're like me, you just think it looks really cool and it's worth it to you. One more tip, out of the packaging you'll want to handle this with paper towels or a cleaning rag since there is still oil and other junk on it from the manufacturing. I didn't mind this too much since it means it keeps the joints nice and safe but it is annoying seeing residue on your hands for the first couple days you use it.

I ordered this about 3 months ago and it is still like new. I read that some users couldn't get the wrist flicking action down. I've had absolutely no problems. There are set screws that you can back out to adjust the tension of the sliding mechanism, also you can lube it for more "slideability". I use to have a suspension model a few years back, but lost it. I also had the bit driver adapter for it, and it works great for the diesel. There are however two suggestions that I'd make to Gerber.1. Replace the lanyard for a non serrated blade and just serrate the other blade completely ( they could easily just drill a lanyard hole at the end where the pliers are.2. Make it so that the tip of the pliers don't stick out when closed (it sticks out about a half inch). That way it doesn't have a chance to ruin whichever pocket you have it stored in.

Received this today, was looking for a replacement for my aging Gerber multi-tool, and decided to give this Diesel a try after seeing the almost universal praise it has received. I won't go into the tools it has, it has the standard multitool loadout: flathead screwdriver, knife with serrated blade, pliers, wirecutters, scissors, etc. So far I like the Diesel, though compared to my previous multitool, it has a few minor issues:*Pliers aren't spring-loaded. I would have preferred they be spring-loaded, as it makes them easier to use and allows better access to the other tools in the handles.*Tools can't be used unless pliers are extended, as they are on the insides of the handles. My previous multitool had the tools sitting on the outside of the handles, so they could used even when the entire thing is folded up. Not so with the Diesel. Its a minor issue, and I'm sure I'll get used to it in time, its just a little inconvenient.*The black oxide coating comes off a little bit onto my fingers. Wiping it off with a paper towel is definitely recommended.*At least on my specific Diesel, the smaller tools (bottle opener, flat-head screw-driver) are very difficult to unfold.Apart from these issues, this is a solid multi-tool, and I'd recommend it if the above issues are of no concern to you. As I said, they're minor and do not impede its function.

OK. Great to put in your car for emergencies. Every day use, not so much. Attachments do not lock well in place making bigger jobs frustrating. That said, very solidly made product.

As long as you realize this isn't a $100+ Leatherman or a fancy Gerber multi-tool you'll be satisfied. Useful to keep in your car or in a backpack, but this lightweight item won't be a substitute for real tools in any DYI projects at home.

Just bought it to throw in the car. If I was looking for a good multi-tool, I'd by a Leatherman. I'm not sure where the bottle opener is though. There is can opener but no bottle opener. Someone comment if you see one in the picture. Don't get me wrong, I got my beer open with it but definitely not a dedicated bottle opener on the thing

Stainless CR2 steel according to the stamp on the pliers. Was told that's the Chinese equivalent to 200 grade stainless steel.The bad: Phillip head is too small for most applications. There is a can opener but no bottle opener. The can opener will not open a beer bottle. The small blade is very wide agled and more of an awl blade.The wire cutters feel very blunt,, but will cut individual copper strands on romex. I was able to strip the indivisual sheeting on romex with them as well. For the price ($8 and change at the time I purchased it) it will let you do electrical wiring in a pinch.Blade main is pretty sharp from factory. Will cut boxes. Files are good enough for filing down nails. Have not tried filing metal or wood with it. Fine file on one side bastard on the other.

For the price, I'm happy with it. I mean, this is not an expensive, high quality multi-tool. But it turns out to be better quality than I expected. The problem I have is that the tools are quite difficult to deploy. Not just stiff but inconveniently designed. You need relatively long, hard fingernails to get at them. I often have to make several attempts and have actually have chipped my nails a couple times. I told my wife that I needed a tool to get at my multi-tools! I have a few cheaper multi-tools to compare this Stanley to and it's a surprisingly poor design. So, if you are looking for an inexpensive multi-tool that you don't mind losing or breaking- this one is actually pretty good. Just make sure your finger nails are nice and strong!

For the price, you get what you pay for. Fine for emergencies, but consider these one-time use. After using them for more than 15 minutes you'll wish you had a better tool. No safety locking for the tool you're using, quickly dulling knife, and sometimes sticking plier mechanism is enough for me to retire this to the spare toolbox, or the trunk of my car.Bottom line: If you're planning on using this more than a few times, skip them. If you want something to throw in a bag for emergencies, this will do just fine.

Durable, Stable, and awesome! This has a great feel and weight to it.Cons:Yes it's black, but what they don't tell you is that the black residue comes off and your hands look like you have been doing oil changes.Secondly, the unit is not a butterly open unit. The Unit cannot open up past a certain point and does not have spring loaded pliers. A little tricky.

This feels like a premature review because I have really not used this tool that much in the field over the past few months. I got the black anodized version of the tool and it took awhile for the black to stop getting on my hands. I've owned other anodized products and that is just an affect of the process, but with a multi tool with so much surface area and tools the material didn't get out properly. Overall all the tools were excellent and the plyers were super convenient. My only real problem with the multitool is the locking mechanisms for the tools , for me it required 2 hands to unlock the tools and that kind of defeats it's purpose as an edc tool. Unless you use plyers alot I guess. This multi tool is made for true work which again defeats the point for me because why have this massive multitool when you can just have a toolbox with proper tools in your truck. If I were to buy it again I would just get the stainless steel

I had a Gerber multi-tool years ago and was highly satisfied with the quality. I broke the plier by putting a lot of pressure on it and twisting in the wrong direction so decided to buy another one. I couldn't find one with the same features so switch to Leatherman which I have had for 5-6 years. I recently ordered an emergency supply kit that came with a really cheap multi tool so decided to replace it with the Gerber Black Diesel. This definitely was not the same quality Gerber that I owned previously. in order to extract the screw driver bits I first had to open the knife blade and then the bits were so still I almost broke a finger nail trying to get one out of the slot. Then there is the same complaint on other reviews, ie; the black coating. Don't know what that is all about. Tried wiping it down with WD-40 but it still turns my fingers black. It is going in my emergency supply kit so will probably be alright for emergency use if I have to use my kit after an earthquake, severe storm or some other catastrophe event but for everyday use like my Leatherman? Not so much. My headline says it all. Quite Disappointed!

I purchased this recently after having some Gerber knives for a few years. They definitely make quality products (though I switched to Benchmade for my everyday knife) and they set a very reasonable price point for a US manufactured product.Unfortunately, these multi-pliers fall short. They seem much more cheaply made than others, with the pliers being attached with sheet metal pieces instead of being drilled and attached directly to the frame of the tool. This seems to cause the unwanted and excessive lateral play. Gerber's sliding mechanism always has some play, but in the Pro Scout/MP 600 this is minimal. Also, most of the tools seem to be stamped out of sheet metal, and in particular the "phillips" screwdriver is particularly weak. I had trouble with a basic drywall screw and would not trust the phillips to hold up. Additionally, none of the tools can accept the bit adapter that Gerber makes, which allows you to use any standard 1/4" drill/screw bit.The only advantage this tool seems to have over the Pro Scout is that the saw is more robust. If you want to cut wood with it fairly often, the saw blade is definitely superior to the replaceable jigsaw blades in the Pro Scout. Otherwise, I am very happy with the Pro Scout.

I have a couple other similar multipliers - a Leatherman Wave, and another Gerber one similar to this one. I forget the name of the other Gerber one, but it's the same style, but with a few different tools.Anyway - this one seems pretty nice. I've been using it almost every day at work since I got it. I think the only tool on it I haven't used yet is the saw. It feels sharp though, so I don't really have any doubts about it working.There are no crimpers on these pliers, which I find kind of odd. Almost all other multipliers have crimpers - omitting them seems like a strange choice. The #2 Phillips screwdriver is very thin - the same thickness as the other blades. It does seem to work well though as long as you don't need to apply a ton of torque with it. Making it thicker, like on my other Gerber multiplier, would require the removal of two tools to make room for it. Faced with the decision on which two tools you would get rid of to make a better screwdriver, I'd say they made a good compromise.The knife blade had a burr on it and required a couple passes on the stone. That isn't a big deal, really, but that is the first Gerber blade I've seen that required any work right out of the box. Hopefully that is just a fluke.The wire cutter on these is not very good. It cannot cut safety wire without damage, and I expect it would be damaged by something like fencing as well. Copper wire only for these cutters. They also cannot be resharpened if you do damage them - the overlap is so small that if you tried to put a new edge on them, they would not close all the way.

I've been carrying Gerber multi-tools for years and use them for industrial maintenance applications multiple times per day. Honestly, I use one more in a month than most will in a lifetime. I've had leatherman's and other brands but none have ever equaled the Gerbers for toughness and ease of use. I bought this one as a replacement for a well worn 400 that was lost at work. Dispite my being a loyal Gerber man, I gave this one 3 stars because honestly this is no where near as well made as the others that I have owned.All of the blades are much thinner than they were on previous models. I was especially disappointed in the philips screwdriver. The others all had forged philips drivers that were roughly 1/4" square drive. In other words, they had actual philips drivers. This one has a "philips" driver that is stamped from sheet stock about the same thickness as the slotted drivers. Overall, it is just not as well made as previous models.

the tool seems ok, but when you try to use the pliers and apply some force, you will get horrible hots-pots which make the pliers very difficult to use

I wish I didn't purchase this. The tools are very hard to pull out. To the point I haven't been able to use what I need. It feels like they dipped it in superglue. I'm keeping it in my car for emergencies, but I got an entire tool box for less the price than this.

the knife is exceptionally dull, which is arguably the most important tool of the multi tool, except maybe the pliers? but it Wouldn't even cut a steak when i was camping, which was a huge disappointment, and was struggling with an avocado skin.

I use the tool regularly for work as a wilderness therapy guide, making bow drill sets and such with it. I've had it for about 5 months. Nearly all of the components have become loose and it is difficult to tighten them. For the price, the components work well (i.e. the knife is sharp, the saw cuts accurately). I was hoping that it would be easier to fix. Also, contacting the company who sells the tool is not possible directly after a certain period of time. If you don't use the tool really, then it would be fine, but regular use will loosen it and its hard to tighten it up again due to its construction.

Pretty poor quality. Everything feels really loose after just a few uses, and anyone who has borrowed this has agreed that the blade on the knife is terrible. The thing can't make a clean cut through just about any material. If you're desperate to cut through something thin and don't mind being teased about how long it's taking to do so, then it works in a pinch. But if you're looking for something to use on a regular basis, this is not the tool for you.

Some of the tools are decent, but the are flimsily joined together. Therefore none of the tools have a stable handle. Also, the screw drivers are extremely small. Overall, I would not recommend this product. If you need these tools enough to have to carry them on your belt, you won't be satisfied with the quality. However, at this low of a price it's my mistake for expecting better.

Utter junk compared to a Leatherman. Pliers are difficult at best to get to the usable position. The tools and blades are not very sharp and they do not hold an edge. Spend the extra loot on a nice Leatherman and you will be hhapp

This had to be returned. The finish was not well applied. It left my hands black. I tried to wipe the excess off the tool but it just kept coming off, to the point where the stainless was starting to show. Very nice tool otherwise.

the pros:- feels sturdy- looks good- gets most of the jobs donethe bad:- when you unfold the knives the blades are on the inside, which limits your range of motion by a lot ( -1.5 stars)- the unlocking mechanism for the knives and other stuff is not convenient; when you pull it down with your thumb you're blocking the blade with your other fingers because of the way you are grabbing the device ( -1.5 stars)- pulling out the pliers is also inconvenient and you might have to battle it for a few seconds ( -1 star)- it's true that it stains your hands black a bit (not a big deal for me though)TL;DR: if your job/life depends on this, keep searching. if not but don't want to spend > $100, then buy it.

Immediately upon opening the package, it became apparent that Gerber tools are not what they used to be. The plier mechanism wouldn't actuate properly, several other mechanisms appear to be constructed of cheap plastic, and the black finish began rubbing off on my hand.I ordered this directly from Amazon, so no, I did not receive a fake Chinese knockoff.It could just be this particular model, sometimes tools labeled "tactical" are meant to ride a trend of attempting to be "hard" or whatever.

My first try at a moderate-level multi-tool, and I've returned it. While it seems to be okay in execution, the design is... well, pretty awful. The pliers extend through the nose of the handle, not by opening the handle completely open as most multi-tools. That means that to open up the other tools (which are all inside the handles, not on both sides like most multi-tools), you have to open the handles, extend the pliers to allow you to open the handles the rest of the way, open the tool of your choice, then retract the pliers and close the handles together. Not an easy, fast, or convenient way of getting to the tools.

The diesel, as its name implies, is basically a fancy set of pliers.The quality and durability is okay. Its deceptively heavy and the case is larger than a Leatherman Super Tool.If you use pliers 85% of the time, its decent since it has other tools in the handle. The other tools, however, are hard to get to and the device will not fully close. The black finish is annoying and rubs off.It lacks the ease of use and functionality of the five Leatherman multi tools I have. While the pliers slide out easily after a break in period, that function is off set by its limitations.It will get relegated to the kitchen knife drawer, or, perhaps the truck glove compartment. Sorry... Thanks for reading.

Even the slightest downward pressure on the screwdriver and the tip folds up. No locking mechanism and its petty loose. Fold out attachments are not secure, making this tool fairly dangerous and incredibly frustrating. Used it once and printed the return label after two minutes. Redicoulous

Looks nice but the pieces are cheap. Saw blade snapped in half on first day. Knife point not strong either. Very disappointed with this product. I bought it expecting it to at least last my mow season but that's not going to happen.

Its pretty stiff so getting the tool you want takes a bit. When using the screwdriver when I put too much pressure the tool tends to fold in. But for the price it works, just not wellUpdate: after about three months of use the bolts holding it together are super loose now to the point when using the tools (like the knife) the tool goes both directions which is unsafe when using the sharp tools. I will not recommend buying due to safety.

Summary: tools don't lock, the pliers hinge get's grease everywhere and there is no bottle opener even though the product description here and on Stanley's website say it has one. Save your money and buy something else. It's better to have locking tools and you always need a bottle opener, right?

Immediately started return process when it arrived. Total junk. Lesson learned. Never buy a multitool held together by PLASTIC. Buy it cheap, buy it twice. The $3 Ozark Trail multitools you get from WalMart blow this thing away. You get the idea...

When i received it i thought: This is a nice piece of equipment. For the price I was a little worried - I've seen cheap multi-tools that aren't worth the dollar store price. This tool is certainly worthy of the Stanley name, and competes with my Leatherman and Gerber tools. It is quality metal, heavy-duty, won't bend or break - I have every confidence this tool will do what ever it is asked to. My only negative observation is this: In Pliers mode, it is not comfortable in the hand - the handles are a little wide, and the edges too apparent. Wearing some work gloves helps a lot. The difference in price between this and the 'big names' comes down to slightly less refined design. But the engineering / execution is good. It's not going to be my everyday go-to pliers, but for the bug-out bag, this is perfect - affordable and reliable for when reliable matters a lot.When I actually used it: Okay - I tried to rely on this tool today and it did not come through. Trying to assemble so PLASTIC furniture the tip of the blade twisted and bent like it was aluminum. So poor quality metal and no locking blade means I cannot recommend this.I haven't used the Philips Head screwdriver yet- the ability to hold up without stripping itself or the screw head is a great litmus test for these tools. Once I've done that I will update this. But having opened this up and checked it out, so far I think it is a nice tool and a great value.I no longer think it is a good value. Compared to actual multi-tools this is a toy

Flimsy! I hate it! Back to the drawing board, and I won’t be looking to Gerber for another. I love tools. Having the proper tool for the task is important to me. So the implements that I store in the bug out bag have to be proven reliable. This isn’t it.

What a piece of garbage. The spring on the scissors pops out and does not work. The pliers stick and take multiple tries to open. Oh, and the black finish coats your hands. I even tried wiping it down, but black powder gets on everything.I have owned the suspension model for about ten years and wanted a spare for the car, but this was returned immediately. It seems quality control isn't what it used to be.

Ordered the Diesel, got the Bushman instead which is half the price and fewer utensils. Appear to be instructions in the box that don't apply to multi-tool, and Gerber box has been relabeled a couple of times. Very disappointed.

I am a Gerber fan, but the Gerber diesel i am not.I own the Gerber strong arm 5 stars, the Gerber Bear Grylls axe hatchet. And the smaller version of the Gerber multi tool military style. The diesel can opener is harder to use and leaves jagged edges on the outside of the can. And I stripped out the Phillips head first day of work. It will not work for me at work, camping or my bag !!!!

PARTS MADE IN CHINA - assembled in USA. Sloppy workings. Hard to open and does not close completely. Pliers need a pair of pliers to pull out.I own a 100% made-in-USA Gerber tool that exceeds a 5 star rating. This is not even close to the quality I expect from Gerber.

The paint or coating got all over my hand as soon as I took it out of the box. Once I got all the stuff off there were scratches all over it as if had been used and the nose was super loose. Definitely would not recommend buying from here.