Gerber 05500 MP400 Compact Sport Multi-function Tool
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Gerber 05500 MP400 Compact Sport Multi-function Tool
Customer Review: Useful, but a few flaws
Summary: 3 Stars
Pros:
- By far the best multitool scissors (Fiskars) I've used
- Small enough to fit in a pocket
- One handed release for pliers is very smooth
Cons:
- Small screwdriver chipped when turning a stubbourn screw (left the attachement useless)
- When using a tool with the pliers locked closed, the tip of the pliers stabs into your hand as it does not completely recess into the sliding frame
- Phillips driver a bit bigger and more rounded than a PH2, making it hard to use with some screw heads without stripping
At a competitive pricepoint, this is a good entry level tool for those looking for a Gerber...those seeking something a little sturdier should look elsewhere
Customer Review: I love this multitool
Summary: 5 Stars
I had this knife for a little over a year. I was in the Boy Scouts (I have since left for college and can't really make the meetings, since they're two hours away from my dorm...) and this was incredibly useful at all of our different outings.
I personally like how the tool opens at the flick of your wrist, and once you close it, it stays closed until you want it open. I have a similar tool that won't stay closed or completely open, either.
I say "had" because two years ago, it was stolen from me and I haven't seen it since.
I highly reccommend this for anybody in the Scouting program or if you do a lot of camping with your own family.
Customer Review: Must have for evey car glove box
Summary: 5 Stars
Bought this utility tool for my car glove box. It comes in very handy at many occasions when travelling. I've used the bottle opener, and utility knife at picnics. The screwdrivers (flat and phillips) come are very useful when a full toolbox isnt around. The holder is very functional too with a bui;t in belt loop to carry the knife with you on the go.
The only minor negative is that there the feel of the tools as you open them is not particularly smooth. It almost feels like there is sand in the joints, but it is a new tool and that isn't the case. Maybe this goes away with some use, but dont yet know. Otherwise, its a few tool to have.
Customer Review: Of course it will break!
Summary: 5 Stars
I have two Gerber 400's, one with the tool kit. They are superb examples of size efficiency. The knives hold an edge better than most such tools. As such, they are HARDER steel than some other brands. Hard, thin steel do not like twisting. Buy a cheap kitchen knife [...] for pumpkins, or use a 'pumpkin saw' (which incidentially will also break if twisted).
Other than that, the only advice I would give is to keep the 400's well-oiled. The sliding mechanism can bind- especially if used outdoors- unless you keep it oiled. This is explained in the flyer that comes with the tool.
BTW- Gerber will replace broken knife blades.
Customer Review: Serves an engineer well.
Summary: 5 Stars
They're durable (the blade's still sharp 2 years later). It's very easy to handle and access all tools.The locking mechanism is the most obvious, safe, and easy to operate that I have seen on any multitool or utility knife. I've watched Leatherman owners futz with their tools for minutes while my gerber is at the ready in seconds. This thing has saved my arse many times, and I wouldn't leave home without it (if it weren't for the metal detectors and searches everywhere). But seriously, it's good in the lab and also whenever we're building a bad idea... the only thing I wish it had is reasonable wire strippers.