Multi-Plier 600
Popular in the tactical field is the Gerber MP 600 Black. The one-handed opening mechanism is often utilized here, as the other hand is needed for different tasks. Unwanted reflections are prevented by the black tool. The MP 600 features 12 tools. The pliers can be easily opened with one hand. A strong downward strike locks the pliers' jaws into a usable position. The equipment includes, in addition to the pliers, several screwdrivers, a measuring tape, a can opener, a bottle opener, a blade, and a saw. All tools are lockable. The practical slider on the pliers' handle unlocks the tools. Includes a nylon case.
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3 mentions from real owners
- #1Aug 6, 2025
Recommended multitool
Not much to go on... a good first step is what is your primary use for a multitool, because different designs focus on different things. Your priority may be one handed blade opening, or fitting in a small pocket. For me, my most common tool is pliers, and I often need them when I'm already holding the something with one hand, so my priority is one-handed-opening pliers. There's a few more brands that do that now but twenty years ago the Gerber Multi-Plier was the only option, and it hasn't let me down since. There's an MP400 and a larger but easier to find MP600; IMHO the MP600 is too big for everyday pocket carrying.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #2Aug 6, 2025
Recommended multitool
Gerber Dime on car key rings. Victorinox Huntsman with wood scales in the pocket most of the time. Gerber MP600 if the situation calls for it, or I have the pocket space. I'm less into the Skeletool type designs personally, it feels like a gap in options that I just never would use. My Huntsman has more tools that I use more often and is smaller/lighter, and if I need pliers then I'd rather take the MP600.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #3Jun 4, 2025
What’s one thing you bought once and it’s still going strong years later?
Bought this [Gerber 500 knife](https://i.imgur.com/bYcjaDk.jpeg) in the early 90s. I think I paid $16 for it. There have been some periods where I've carried other knives on a daily basis, but I keep coming back to this one. It's super light, and before they kicked up the sensitivity after 9/11, I used to be able to take it on planes without setting off the metal detectors. I also have an Emerson CQC-7 from the late 90s. I carried that every day for awhile, and it was fantastic, but I don't wear jeans ever day anymore and it's a bit heavy to have in my shorts pocket all the time.
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