Gerber 22-01466 Shortcut Multi-Tool
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Product Details
Manufacturer: GerberModel: 22-01466
Color: Gray
Product features:
- Strong mini-scissors
- Keychain compatible
- Lightweight, anodized aluminum handles
- Ballistic nylon sheath included
- Seven different components
Tools and Hardware Reviews of Gerber 22-01466 Shortcut Multi-Tool
Customer Review: Mediocre multitool
Summary: 2 Stars
I own too many multitools. I've owned small and large sized. I've replaced some I've lost, and I like to leave them in places like my truck so I'll always have one. I bought this about a month ago hoping it would be a bit better than my Leatherman squirt S4, but it's not even close competition. However, it is a lot cheaper.
I like the scissors on my other Gerber multitool (MP400 w/ corkscrew) much better than anything Leatherman makes. The scissors on the Shortcut are mediocre in comparison. The scissors on the S4 just look nicer, but there is little to say about their functionality vs the Shortcut. This was my first disappointment.
The nail file is annoying to use. There is an arc stamped out of both the knife blade and nail file for purely cosmetic reasons that you can see on the picture. It probably weakens the knife blade, but it shouldn't be an issue on such a small blade. However it makes it hard to use that side of the nail file. I tend to use the edge often, and it's just not comfortable on my left fingers or right thumb due to this design. I'd much rather my multitool be functional than look cool. They were nice enough to label label "NAIL FILE" and "BLADE" on the sides, but it should be easy enough for me to remember since it's a blade-position for blade-position copy of the S4.
The cutting blade was the dullest I ever remember on any knife I've ever bought. Wouldn't cut for anything. It has held an edge satisfactorily since I've sharpened it, but there is no excuse for this.
The tweezers are almost as bad as the ones on the Leatherman Micra which were quite awful to the point of uselessness. These are very small, but still useable. Luckily the S4 has rectified that with a removable tweezer.
The remaining tools look weird, but they seem to do what they are supposed to.
As a result of all this (and the fact that it's a bit larger than the Squirt), the squirt stays with me on my keyring/pocket and this thing stays at home on my desk until I find some place to leave it where it won't be mocking me with it's questionable design all day long.
Description of Gerber 22-01466 Shortcut Multi-Tool
The Gerber(r) Shortcut(tm) keychain tool brings you strong mini scissors that are accompanied by an array of functional, practical, stainless-steel tools. It's a natural choice for your keychain, pocket, or glovebox because the closed length is a mere 2.5 in. It includes screwdrivers, a bottle opener, a file, a knife, and more.With the ability to take on all sorts of formidable tasks, the small Gerber Shortcut Multi-Tool's unique size makes it perfect for use as a keychain accessory. Offering both Philips and flathead screwdrivers, a bottle opener, a file, strong mini-scissors, and a knife blade, the Shortcut makes for an ideal everyday companion, and comes with a limited lifetime warranty.
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