Does SOG Make The Ultimate EDC Multitool? SOG PowerAccess
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We had these on clearance at my store for $39, so I picked one up to try. I'm honestly a fan. I have quite a few Leathermans that I rotate through depending on my plans for the day, and I wouldn't put this up there with the Surge, Wave, P4, or Supertool, but it's half the size and feels much lighter in the pocket. The knife blade leaves a lot to be desired, but otherwise I find the tools pretty useful. It's nice to be able to flip it open one handed, the 3d Phillips is great for light tasks, and the pliers have a lot of leverage and come to a nice point. The bit driver isn't my favorite, but if I plan on needing different bits I opt for a different tool for the day. This works great for warm days when I'm wearing gym shorts and don't want to weigh them down, or for around the house when I want to have something convenient in my pocket but I'm not far from my toolbox.
As a life long construction worker I've bought dang near every multi tool on the market over the last 15 years looking for one that is atleast decent in all areas. As far as im concerned the SOG power pint multi tool (smaller version of this tool i believe)is the winner as of what i edc right now. I don't know if he is just being overtly nitpicky or just hadn't really used many multi tools in the field but I'm in love with this little power pint. It's small and light weight for what it is(18 tools). Yes the metal could be better but i have no issues so far. The Absolute best aspect is the center mounted bit driver. Most multi tools are off center well if your having to screw in a right screw or mess with any flat head screws its a pain and awkward when it's off center. Another ferrite that beats the competitors is the geared opening. It's so smooth yet had enough tension not to flop around doing it one handed. Coming from someone who literally uses a multi tool for hard use on a regular basis(cause im lazy and hate going back all the way to the truck some times) the SOG power pint blows the competition out of the water every time!
Thanks for sharing brother, was looking for a small size edc multitool and your comment had me check out the Powerpint.
Looks like it ticks all the boxes, great suggestion! 👍
Thanks for the review. One thing I can always count on here is your honest and direct evaluations of equipment.
I still have, and use quite often, is the original issue of the Leatherman tool. It has served me well for years. My thoughts are; If it ain't broke don't fix it.
While the description says "tool only" it does come with one each of a bi-metal czcams.com/users/postUgkx0vyBwjtx9GGOuiqUVT2sRoYqmDoNT_RI and HCS blade plus an adaptor plate for non-DeWalt blades. Wish I had known that before I bought the blade kit, but oh well. Since I already have a DeWalt drill, charger and batteries there was no need to buy more of those so this was a great deal.There is one other consideration. DeWalt does't sell the depth guide separately so you need to buy the three parts which make it up -- the N275350 block assy, the N275341 metal rod and the N278801 knob. Amazon does sell all three.
I had a SOG PowerLock and thought it was the ultimate multitool. Then I got the Leatherman Wave+. The Wave+ is the best multitool I have ever used and I wouldn’t trade it for anything. I use it literally every day. This offering looks like a good option, but it’s not going to unseat my treasured Wave+ from my pocket (separately purchased pocket clip for the Wave+ is an absolute must).
That's exactly where I'm at. The Wave is one of those items that's simply non-negotiable. For me it doesn't really have a competitor for general and outdoor use.
My issue w/ Leatherman is how they fought my first and only damaged tool. They thought the damage was intentional (wasn’t, happened just after I bought it), and when that failed said it was misuse (maybe?). I’ve had a few Berber’s and experienced one issue as well and they just sent me another no questions asked. I’m a Gerber fan, and will NEVER buy a Leatherman anything again.
@@Erin-Thor That is a concerning story, I've never had to use their warranty so I wouldn't know. I had a Gerber Dime, the small multitool break on me and they just asked for a picture and sent me a new one without another word, I was shocked and pleased by that.
@@DL-ij7tf - Love Gerber Dimes! Have two, gave away a dozen for Christmas. They are a remarkable little tool!
I own since 5 years a Leatherman Charge tti and use it every day during my work. Later I bought a Swisstool, because a lot of people swear on this. But my Leatherman has a better handling (with one hand, what normaly in Germany is not allowed to wear outside the house). Once Leatherman, always Leatherman!
i just got the sog power access deluxe and, as every other sog ive owned, its incredible.
Been looking to try a SOG, glad I checked out your video first 👌 Thank you very much 🙏💪
Hope it helped 👍
I really appreciate your honest assessments in all of your videos! As such, I have yet to find a multitool that can compete with an equivalent Leatherman, even if some are less expensive options. Call me a brand loyal fan boy, but I seriously doubt that I'll ever purchase another brand.
Thank you Aaron and sticking with my blackened Leatherman Surge.
I carry a Leatherman Surge. Nearly 20 yrs in the trades and it’s by far my most used tool. Would never leave home without it!! Thanks for the video! Informative as usual.
I'm not in the trades but I still have that moment of panic to make sure I have it when I head out😂
@@bottomlinebassin2001 absolutely!! In the very very few occasions I DID forget my Surge it was a day filled with anxious panic and that feeling naked type thing.
Yep. In the trades and I never leave for work with out my surge. Only thing is the weight. When I carry it at work on my belt I don’t notice it. But when I’m off work I don’t always want something on my belt. I have the pocket clip but the weight gets to me depending on my pants. I end up carrying the signal. I have the victorinox spirit but miss the pocket clip.
I actually consider this probably my favorite mt and have been carrying it for about 3 years rough use. I like the size, mainly it's slimness, for the amount of tools you get. I like how the tools can be unlocked with it closed and the array of screwdrivers. For the bit driver, the added material to the jaws prevents the gears from gouging the palm and comes in handy as a light use hammer.
I own the MP600 and I love it. It's a pretty decent multi in my opinion. I've used it for a ton of things and the only issue I've ever had was the little c clip on the handle came off, I put it back on and never happened again.
I have 11 survival backpacks. One that I practice with all the time. Im in the woods at least once a week for thr last 31 years. All the kits are pretty much the same. I have 12 multi tools. 4 sog power access....4 Leatherman free......and 4 sog power lock. The blade on the power access is a valuable small game cleaning blade and yes its has other tasks that is good at as well like drilling small holes in wood among other things. I always wear gloves when using any multi tool because any person can lose the control over the tool and it can slip as with any of them. Im in south central Louisiana. Plier opening gap.....I have never in 31 years encounteted 1/2 inch nuts that I needef to tighten or break lose. Gett the tool kit out. I have broken 5 gerber multi tools in the past. I have one thing that is gerber now and its the Principal fixed blade knife. Love it. The rest of my knives are sog....ontario.....and browning. The kit that I practice with weighs 19.8. Lbs. I was able to make 61 days out with thr pack. Working on a 24 lb. Pack that should make 100 days out. Cant wait to tty it. I eat sleep and breath survival and self defense. I have been in 18 hurricanes and actually bugged out during one. One of them took a month and a half before we got power back and any help at all. Im a 63 year olf former Army Ranger and I love this shit. The best decision you can make is the one that will keep you alive. Charles
I envy you. I knew the world was falling apart years ago, and I did some primitive skills training, but I never took it as far as I should have. I think you have a decent chance of survival if we get in a global conflict, or some kind of natural catastrophe. My chances for long term survival are not good as I have some health problems (am 58 now) and I am addicted to sugar. Thanks for your service, soldier and good travels and good luck. 👍
@@stevedriscoll2539 Thanks for the comment. I carry a small amount of sugar in a waterproof bag in my first aid and trauma kit. Sugar has caking properties and helps to stop serious bleeding with no ill effects unless I eat it all first. I love sugar also.......:) I try to learn at least one thinh evrry day. Dont stop practicing with your equipment. The repitition adds self confidence. Remember.....live like you will die tommorow....learn as if you will live forever.
Charles
@@kirneyc.thibodeaux649 thanks, Ranger. Attitude is really where it all starts, it seems. Like, it seems you want to live, where I think for a lot of us, life on this rock is just too much most of the time...not trying to be negative. Just trying to be honest.
@@kirneyc.thibodeaux649 I used to be a lot tougher mentally, I think, but a lot of tragedies have made me not want to be here sometimes. But I used to make "self bows" out of Osage Orange (made some good fast shooting bows) and other woods. I miss those times spent in the midwestern woods hunting whitetail deer. Actually, I learned that just being in the woods helped with my attitude towards life, whether I was successful in the hunt or not. I never have been successful at building a primitive fire. I built several fire bows and have made a lot of smoke but haven't been able to get the little coal. I did an overnighter in the woods here in Iowa one March. I had a "lean to" built and man did I get an education on how much wood a guy can go through in just one night trying to stay warm. Thanks Charles
@@stevedriscoll2539 Always do things you enjoy......I know it doesnt always work like that. I try to be positive all the time. If you are negative you will be depressed. If practicing survival in the woods helps...then thats where you need to be. I promise you if you just listen to the news in the world you wont want to be herr either. Write down your strengths and weaknesses and what you have to live for. I use to get depressed. I dont any more. I believe the worst thing about me is the fact that I cant stand to fail at what I do. Its not the same as being a sore loser. I believe that a person only fails if he or she does not have access to the resources that should br available to them. Stay focussed and stay in control. Thats the best help I can tell you. All my best to you. My personal email is on my channel here. I ll be glad to hear from you ok. Charles
I started carrying a Leatherman when they first came out in the early 90's. I eventually got a Supertool 200 and I used and abused it for about 15 years. When the handles got a little loose, leatherman had me send it in and they sent me a new Supertool 300. I still have the original Leatherman from the 90's (no locking blades) and 2 Supertool 300's and a Core. I have a couple Gerbers and they are ok but for me I will just stick with Leatherman--well thought out--well built--and a 27 year warranty. Good review and about what I expected from SOG
I've only had it for about a month, and yeah the painfully small knife constantly needs tuning up, but it's still quite functional and pretty easy to learn to deploy one-handed. The hotspots don't bother me and the slim and light design make carrying it totally worth it every day, even with an extra dedicated EDC blade. Buttery smooth operation. I wouldn't pay 60- 70 but I got mine for 36 so I'm happy
Thanks for the review. I have a couple Leatherman tools and tried a SOG (some special package for COSTCO) and was really disappointed once I got it out of the package. Waste of money. I have it in a go-bag but if I find someone needing it more than I do I will give it away.
Thanks! I agree. I carried a SOG multitool for a short while, then threw it in a drawer because it’s heavy and it doesn’t have scissors. The Wave is “the way”, but also check out the value of the Roxon Storm. I carry a quality pocket knife as well, so I forgive the mediocre blade on it because the design and other features are fantastic. It goes with me everywhere with the 1/4” bits it came with. I also managed to very easily sneak a 1/4” drive tapered drill bit into the pouch with it, which comes in very handy.
My favorites are the skeletool and charge + g10. Recently i got the Powerlitre and power access. Both are super easy to open the pliers one handed which is so great. Quickly overlook the lackluster tool set for the plier accessibility
I have the bigger version of this SOG multitool and I have used it for work everyday for over a year now. I have several Leatherman's including the Wave and Super Tool 300. I even tried the Gerber center-drive. I like the SOG better then all the others by far. My main issue with the wave is unless you are careful it with pinch your palm every single time your pliers slip off a nut or whatever you are trying to grip onto. It hurts like hell and you just want to throw the thing at the wall. The Super tool was my favorite for a while but all the tools are on the inside and that gets annoying. I gave the SOG a chance after seeing it at Sportsman's and I am very happy with it.
thanks for the review. i just have not seen the functionality and quality in SOG multitools like i have their locking blades.
The access from the outside personally was not a big deal ( except! ) For the Knife. That I used a lot but the other gear as long as you could get to it . that said I have Sog and Leatherman. I do like the build on my SOG I don't know about the different steels. A knife that locks in place is always good, also replaceable blade types are sometimes really handy for an extra sharp blade ( I have I guess the original SOG )
Ozark Trail carries the Multiforce for about 45.00 and it compares to Leatherman. I have used it for about three years now and it's held up well. My Leatherman's stay in my toolbox at home for home use only now as they are expensive if you lose them.
While sog makes really good knives and tools, I can see owning another multi tool that you can't operate with one hand like the Gerber mp600. Which I bought years ago based on your review actually
I can say that the SOG Powerpint is worth every dollar, which I feel is the right size for the compound leverage "drawbacks". I haven't considered the Power Access, for a few of your reasons... but at the right price... totally would pick them up.
You may want to scope out the Blackfire Heavy Duty MT, if you haven't already.
That's one I'm planning on picking up and that's exactly what I was thinking! Thank you!
Got the wave plus, upgrade from rebar, got the bit kit and ratchet driver. It's the bomb. Leatherman sets the standard
It’s hard to beat
100% agree.
Hey for Christmas I got a tomahawk form marbles it’s a nice pack axe the head twice the size of my cold steels just thought you mite want to take a look smoky mt. I luv it it splits
I have the power access assist and power pint and the power pint in its size class can not be matched it dominates everything out there period! I have used at least a hundred different multi tools and there is only one single multi tool I would put above theSIG Power Access Assist and that is the Leatherman surge and that is close. I think the Assist has slightly better utility but I don’t have any doubt the Surge is more durable and better quality but Assist is very durable and I usually grab it first. The Power Pint is what I usually carry outside of work when my wife doesn’t what me carrying a multi tool on my belt to parties and barbecues and it fits in my pocket without being seen by her or felt by me in my pocket. I refuse to not have a multi tool on me at all times. Always prepared. Lol.
In most instances I would agree but I kinda like the big SOG pocket clip on this
Thanks, Aaron. I'm not surprised, honestly. SOG has been repurposing that bit-holder concept for years, which is interesting, because it has NEVER worked. EVER.
👍 Good fair review. I was disappointed that one of the comparison tools was not the Victorinox SpiritX - the best multitool on Planet Earth! 🙂
I know you are not impress with this tool, but, man you did a great review of it's lac of abilities and performance. Thanks for letting us see up close. Question, What Multitool would you recommend for an everyday carry. Lets say that Price is not an issue.
My Leatherman Charger in g-10 is insane. Otherwise the skeletool is a great pocket carry too
I agree with if price isn't an option the Leatherman's Charge + or Charge TTI is 👍 great but with that being said you get the same toolset on a Wave+ for almost half the price. The main difference between the two is you get better blade steel on the Charge series. I work as a mechanic and rotate between my Charge and/or Leatherman Surge, depending on what is going on that day, along with a bit kit and bit exchanger and ratchet driver. I've looked at some SOG models but 😢 imo they don't compare. I will say the SOG Powerpint is a great midsize lighter EDC if that's what you need.
@@SpacecityEDC I thought about this a great deal and in watching a few other videos I decided to get the Leatherman Wave+. I'm liking this Multitool as my EDC. Being new to carrying the Wave+ I had to train myself from going to my toolbox every time I need a tool and just gravitate more to using the Wave +.
@@danielcharbonneau222 that's awesome 👍 I think you made a good decision. I've used all kinds of multitools over the years both professionally and for personal reasons and even though I've strayed on occasion trying out new ones on the market I've always returned to one of my Leatherman. Mainly because of build quality, functionality and knowing they stand behind their tools with a solid warranty. Hope you have a good experience with your choice as well 😉
I used to swear by the sog. Carried one for 12 yrs. Never liked the leathermans. But could mostly day that was because the sog was a 1 handed open and could do so like a butterfly knife. I ignored the fact that all the tools were flimsy, always broke them, could never get a grip on any bolt for the same reasons you mention and I have big hands as well. The screws kept coming loose making it flimsy and constantly in need of tightening. The compass was nice (drywall) and I liked the measurements (although hard to read) along the handle. But it failed me consistently. I really wanted to like it. I mean that butterfly opening was so very helpful in so many situations. And then, fed up and irritated with sogs customer support, I found the leatherman free p4. One handed open (butterfly), magnetic, free flowing, substantial tools. I was sold. And I feel so much more comfortable and confident. 12 yrs.... don't buy. (Edit not 1 power assist for 12 yrs.... many) great review by the way.
The Leatherman Wave and FreeP4 are still my two go to’s. Thanks for sharing the video. Always enjoy the reviews.
The bigger one is nicer comes with nice case and extra bits
SOG Shitty Old Gear lol come on SOG step it up. I like some of their stuff glad I saw this was thinking of getting it but not now. Thanx this video just saved me head ache and $65 👤
Totally, that is what I am always shooting for. You are my friends and family and I hate to see someone waste their cash and time. Thank for watching and hope you have a good weekend! 👍
@@gideonstactical maybe if they can use the Cold steel quality...Also those strange side parts of the SOG Powerassist and Powerlock, they don´t have good ergonomics and all overall build quality in direct comparison with Victorinox.
Thanks Aaron! I’ve always been a Leatherman guy myself. I did buy a couple of these to put in kits because they were cheap. I basically keep these as a backup.
I have a different older all silver SOG multi tool and it's got to have the best knife blade I've ever seen on anything that wasn't ONLY a knife.
I carried a SOG EOD, now called the PowerLock, for many years actually replaced a lost one with the same tool, the old school arrangement seems to address all the concerns you had with the Power Access except for the lack of the bit holder in the back of the plyer head. and it still suffers, to a smaller degree, the less than stellar knife blade common to almost all plyer based multitools.
I bought a SOG multi tool back in early 1992 or 1993. The pliers folded over, and there weren't any outboard tools in the handle; all the knife and screwdrivers were on the inboard of the handle. It wqs probably their learning curve multi tool. Many years later , I bought the Leatherman Surge, and it made the SOG MT feel like a toy. The SOG knife blade and file and screwdriver do not have a liner lock or lock back. You have to fold the pliers down down and fold handle back to prevent the knife or other tools from folding over and cutting your fingers off.
It looks like SOG has come a long way from 30 years ago. I keep the old SOG in the glove box to my truck for minor tools like removing the windshield wipers to install new wiper blades.
The smaller plier opening is the trade off for the gripping power. Simple physics. You just can't get twice the power out of nothing.
Something to keep in mind about sog, they were bought out a year ago. There is no more repair dept and they do not warranty the old lifetime warranties sog had prior to being bought out, now it’s a 1 yr manufacturer defect warranty. They still offer knife sharpening for 10 dollars. But for the price of these multi tools warranty is key. Leatherman and victorinox has the best warranties out of the big 4 including gerber in the big 4.
Totally agree. It's one of the many MTs out there that promise alot and deliver very little either through poor construction or sloppy design. Cheers.
You should really try the Victorinox Swiss Tool and Spirit X. They just came out with one hand deployable blade versions this year
SOG Powerpint is THE best tool of all time but off the radar.
Okay multitool. Light weight with a pocket clip. SOG flip pliers are nice. Since I paid only 40$, I have no regrets.
Don't think it would replace my skeletool, but it's pretty cool no doubt.
I have the Gerber. It’s great. No experience with a SOG multi tool.
My top 5 multi tools all time for durability and functionality are as follows. I have carried all listed quite a bit at work as a Technician.
#1.) Leatherman Surge.
#2.) Leatherman Wave.
#3.) SOG Power Assist.
#4.) Leatherman Super Tool 300.
#5.) SOG Power Pint.
My list is my own opinion except the Surge. If you don’t agree the Surge is the GOAT your opinion is wrong.
For #3.) I meant SOG Power Access Assist.
I saw the wave being used on the international space station. That's why I bought it.
If you like the gun maintenance in a multitool, you should try the real avid gun multitools there pretty decent
I just got the SOG Powerpint. It's nifty because of its size. But, if it's any indication of the quality of the rest of their multi-tools, there's no way in hell I'd give up my leatherman for a SOG.
I carry a Gerber centerdrive. For me, a multitool is pliers first, screwdriver second, and everything else is a bonus. Most tools have decent pliers (looks like the power access doesn't, sadly) but the off-center drivers on most cramp up my hands after a while.
Well I was gonna get a Swiss tool until I saw that the sog has tools accessible from the outside. Game changer.
Great job 👍 as always. I agree I can't compare SOG to any of my Leathermans' and many of my Gerbers. I have a Powerpint and it's okay. It fills a niche similar to the Juice series now discontinued from Leatherman but just the feel of the Leatherman's multitools inspire some confidence while using them and over my career as a professional mechanic (I mean I get paid 😅) I've used Leatherman's warranty maybe a half a dozen times in the last 30 years and they've always came through, Gerber too. So if a company produces a good product then in turn is true to their customers with a good warranty they earn my business and I'm not knocking SOG's customer service I just don't have any experience with them but I just prefer a Leatherman or Gerber's feel and quality and that comes from personal experience. Thanks for the review.
Nice!! Ya never needed Leatherman warranty but gerbers before and that helps a lot.
I rock the skeletool every day at work and has the blade in 154 cm does everything I need and I still have stuff I haven’t had to use yet but one day I know I will need everything it has on it. No it doesn’t have an awl or can opener but if I needed to open a can I think I could make the skeletool work for that. They had put the skeletool in 154cm blade steel on the discontinued list on blade hq so I ordered a backup just in case. Lol love my skeletool & if the skeletool doesn’t cut it the wave has a plethora of tools that get it done. Yes I have a wave and a crunch and an original multi tool that still works just fine. 😁
These are great. I have 8 of them in 8 kits out of 11. I have one kit that I practice with once a week in the woods . Been in the woods once a week for the last 32 years. Still do military hikes. I'm 64 years old and I love my life.
Charles 🪖🇺🇸❤️
Honestly, I want to like SOG’s products, but I’ve had bad experiences with their QC. My Switchplier is essentially useless because the plier mechanism is stripped. My Trident had so much wobble in the pivot (even after adjusting it) that I never used it. And my Visionary 1 had so many loose screws that I had to take it apart and loctite every single one. On the other hand, I have several other SOG products that are awesome. I feel conflicted about the brand as a whole.
Okay interesting, I liked the look of the Powerpint but the compound leverage pliers I thought may perhaps be overengineered, at least to the extent of there being more working parts which can go wrong. Looks the same is the problem with the Switchplier. That's another reason I'd avoid power assisted opening knives, sooner or later you're going to have problems with the mechanism.
Me too, they have some nice looking products and they seem to work well. I have 2 backpacks and a folding knife that I've had for 5 years and they've held up nicely. I just wish they offered USA made products
I purchased one about 2 years ago primarily for the accessible tools on the outside and lesser degree the pliers & driver bits. I have had no problems at all - for what I need. HOWEVER 1) as you point out the blade is junk. If you are looking for a multitool that has a usable blade - look elsewhere. 2) the metal is soft and the pliers strip out easily. So if looking for hard use pliers - again look elsewhere. For most people a multitool without a decent blade or pliers is just a chunk of metal in their hand.
personally , I’ve found Gerber and SOG to be Monkey Poo . I now carry Vic. Spirits . All my Leatherman’s have been rehomed !
You should do a review on the buck Selkirk fixed-blade knife
Yep even though 5cr15 and 420hc are literally hair to hair exactly the same on performance
SOG was recently sold to another company. I don't know a great deal about the details but it is something to think about. I have a couple of SOG knives which are solid, but I don't EDC any of them; just not my favorites.
The Wave is the best EDC multi tool and the OHT is the best “Working mans” tool! IMO
Darn. I was hoping that this would be something good. I’ve been pretty bored with the multitool offerings lately
Ya, hope there is some innovation soon.
Well, the Leatherman surge out beats the Leatherman wave plus because I have it, the SOG original multitool has always been the best in my opinion, because of the power pliers with the gear driven technology, they have a patent on it.
I also have Gerber’s and SOG’s that were issued to me while in the military, and I still use them very much and all three still do very very well.
You have a pretty good video but the LAPG gear that you recommend is constantly out of stock on things so I don’t think too much of that website.
Sorry,just my opinion.
Have a good day.
the gerber mp600 is a finger crusher!
SOG comes close but Leatherman takes the cake.
I wouldn’t even consider SOG as a contender in the multi tool market, Wave and Skeletool work so well without having to think. That sloppy bit holder says enough about the tool. Always cool to see other potential options though.
I’ve never had one but I’ve randomly found two discarded over the years on job sites.. so that’s either a good or bad thing. Hmm.
I wanna try it cause the clip. I feel like like I could overlook downsides if it clips into a pocket nicely.
That’s weird. I own several SOG, Leatherman, and Gerber multitools and Ive never had an Issue with the bit driver in the end. I currently carry the Power Pint SOG because of its compact size. Ive also never had the issue with the blade retention. Stays very sharp. I do have a question. Rewinding and looking at the tool. I looks a bit battered and used. Did you purchase it new or used. .
With all due respect to other companies Leatherman is it any Leatherman
..if I want a small less tools MT I go with a SAK
In some ways I like it..but the ability to get to the tools (which is rough), the terrible ergos, lack of the powerpints gear ratio...and softness of the steel, wasn't worth it when I tried it. And the file i got with mine had ZERO texture..I love love the way it uses standard hex bits though.
Or a Leatherman Rebar, same price point. I like the small SOG micron II Keychain knife & the lil SOG Mac V tool coupled with it. On the fence about this multitool, looks like it has a good threading awl, but Naw.
I still prefer your strategy of pairing a Knipex Cobra with a Swiss Army Knife Cadet, Tinker or Super Tinker.
This is a very good review. Very in depth and helpful, thanks a lot for the insight!
Sog burned me on more than 1 occasion never again.
The 5cr steel is a deal breaker for me.
PowerPoint is better
Yup and the price point and design flaws. I have more faith on my Gerber mp600 than the sog.
I Love To Have A Leatherman Wave, A Leatherman Surge, And A Leatherman Charge.
Leatherman wave is the best for sure 👍
The sog power access v2 does solve a lot of the problems this one has
I may have to look at that one.
Swisstool x is in my opinion since 97 the best multitool, the Surge is a close second.
I like better steel options on my mt's. I have the charge plus with bit kit and extender and the skeletool cx. Both have a 154cm blade. This sog mt with its limitations plus 5cr is not for me.
Excellent video. The Sog brand is quite an issue..... On the one hand, I really like the concept, even more so in the case of the compact size ones for EDC; but the finishing details often require touch-ups or modifications with a mini lathe to a recently purchased tool. I have a Leatherman WAVE+ and a MICRA, and I am extremely satisfied, although I saw in several forums that several people had breakage problems with Leatherman. I also have two Victorinox multi-tools and I think they are of superlative quality. Greetings.
The PowerPoint/ PowerLitre atm are the ONLY decent SOG tools. I also think the Flash MT was fine as well...but still worse than power litre
I am baffled by SOG!
The compound pressure from their geared pliers is amazing it quite literally can provide more grabbing pressure than any other multitool of its size range and even many larger! So in that one way it is quite literally superior to every other multi tool available…
And it’s inferior in every other way. I just want to slap them around and shout “why? why! why? Why!”
Yes, that is hard to explain. I still like my powerlock though. I just don't carry it as an edc cause it's too heavy.
Made in chyna so no quality.
@@TacticalBunnyCA Made in America tools are the best. Full stop. Chynah tools are garbage. Full stop.
Thanks for posting this video, I'm a diehard Leatherman daily user, but was considering grabbing one of these to try. After watching this, I'll pass.
Glad to help
Try Victorinox
I keep a skeletool clipped to my belt loop everyday at work. I love the convenience it provides without having to give up pocket space. Got excited when I saw the size and number of tools that SOG had. But super disappointed now lol.
Could that pocket clip be in a worse place?
What I've liked about SOG tools is the tools are interchangeable. I'd probably switch the blade for a saw.
EDC victorinox spirit / leatherman wave or similar from leatherman.. Hard use / heavy EDC leatherman surge / victorinox swiss tool x... All the others are niche products more or less...
Learherman Surge is the boss
I've had a pair for a couple years and love em. They're not used everyday and never the knife but the pliers and such work fine.
The Victorinox SwissTool IMHO is the multi tool by which other's should be judged. You def made good comparison's in this video, but you definitely need to check it out.
LOOK at that compared to the Skeletool!
Multi tools have sevaral problems. Two of them are:
1: The more tools you put into the tool, the worse the individual tools are. I would much prefer a few good tools, that can do a lot of different jobs, than a ton of tools that really can't be used to very much.
2: WIRE CUTTERS are crap. Why not put in a regular side cutter in the pliers? They outlast a wirecutter by far, cut most things better (like electrical wires, especially fine-stranded), zip ties, screws, nails, staples and they cut muck nearer an object.
The skeletool seems very good, but shoud have a side cutter instead of a wire cutter. I has a good knife (this way you do not need a serrated knife, a wire stripper, belt cutter scissor and so on), and the bit driver is great compared to internal bits.
I've been racking my brain for months about which multi tool to get next. I need the best grip from the pliers but don't wanna buy a ton too test out
Wow, couldn’t watch past the main blade, what a mistake by SOG thank you much for the video
Damn! I ordered one last night 🤦
What a bummer! I wanted to like this SOG multitool... Thanks a ton for the great review. I'll go for the Surge instead.
Thank you for the honest and informative review.
Aaron...whats your review for that 5cr steel they use on the blade?is it good?