Leatherman V. Gerber Anybody know if the bit kits are interchangeable between Leatherman and Gerber?
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Doubt it. The Leatherman ones are a proprietary shape rather than the standard one 1/4" used in regular tools.
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Leatherman bits are the same height (point to point) as a standard 1/4" hex bit. However, two opposing flats on the Leatherman bits are effectively ground down to make the bit thinner. The Leatherman bits will fit in a standard hex driver but not visa versa because standard bits would be thicker. In a standard bit driver the Leatherman bits will only be gripped by two points out of six.
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Give the Victorinox multitools a look also. They're far higher quality than the Leatherman they replaced in my tool kit.
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Sorry, I honestly don't know. Perhaps listing out all the various featured tool options, then check your list af=gainst the various tools?Personally, I prefer ballistic (heavy duty) nylon pouches or sheaths anyway--at least in a damp climate.
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My husband got this to replace a Leatherman that he lost (not sure if its the same Leatherman model that you are looking at). He was very disappointed in the Gerber and wished that he went with the Leatherman instead.
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I have both types, it really depends on what your using them for. Most of my friends in the automotive field use the Gerber and most of the field engineers I know use the Leatherman. I carry my leatherman in the belt carrier most of the time leaving my large Gerber in my truck. If I am in shorts I carry my small Gerber in my pocket. I will say they are both very tuff because I have put them all thru a lot of serious use.
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Since I have both I would say the E-tool is better when it comes to utility. It is more versatile. Given my experience with Gerber though it probably is more durable and higher quality. The e-tool typically lasts me a year and then I have to replace it. I do tend to abuse it though and usually will opt for the cheaper knock-off version as opposed to the branded version which is a little more expensive and is probably better made.
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I have a the Leatherman Skelatool and it works with both of them... I do not have a Sidekick so I can not speak on the compatibility of both of these tools and accessories.
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The one I got was a leather sheath. The leatherman fitted very nicely, but if you want the 40 bit set to go in with it, you will need to get a different sheath.
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If they are SDS-Max bits yes they are interchangeable. Some older hammer drills used a spline shank that will not work.
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Yes it should. I'd recommend just getting the molle pouch for about the same amount. There is a slot on the molle pouch for the bit kit
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I have 3 Leatherman's. The wire cutters are not replaceable on the charge nor the wave. They are replaceable on the rebar though.
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This set is to be used with a Leatherman tool with a Philips head screw driver. It fits over the Philips head and the bits fit in that. It will only work with models specified on website with square shank in the screwdriver. Works great with appropriate model leatherman tool.
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G'day Astra. As far as I know, bit drivers are not a feature of this tool. However, the Leatherman website will tell you which tools come with bit drivers.Regards, Paul
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Hi JC. To my knowledge and use, the bit extender is for use with full size driver bits and does not accept the narrow leatherman bits securely.
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I do not own the gerber dime but I know that the squirt and dime are pretty similar.if you look up knifehq on YouTube they do a head to head challenge comparing the two multi tools. And there are many other vids telling all about them. Hope this helps.
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I found nothing helpful on the Amazon or Leatherman websites, that would explain the difference between model I & II. Leatherman shows that one is designed for the Charge series, and the other for the Surge. They do not call it I or II, only Amazon does. Product numbers do not match between Amazon and Leatherman. And on both sites they use the exact same picture. These could all be the same sheath. The one I ordered (model II) fits the Super Tool 300 (their largest multi tool) plus the 40 piece bit set. I soaked it in warm water first, to help it stretch around the contents. I keep the bit adapter and a small flashlight in the elastic bands on either side. I'm pretty much invincible. I found nothing helpful on the Amazon or Leatherman websites, that would explain the difference between model I & II. Leatherman shows that one is designed for the Charge series, and the other for the Surge. They do not call it I or II, only Amazon does. Product numbers do not match between Amazon and Leatherman. And on both sites they use the exact same picture. These could all be the same sheath. The one I ordered (model II) fits the Super Tool 300 (their largest multi tool) plus the 40 piece bit set. I soaked it in warm water first, to help it stretch around the contents. I keep the bit... » Read More I found nothing helpful on the Amazon or Leatherman websites, that would explain the difference between model I & II. Leatherman shows that one is designed for the Charge series, and the other for the Surge. They do not call it I or II, only Amazon does. Product numbers do not match between Amazon and Leatherman. And on both sites they use the exact same picture. These could all be the same sheath. The one I ordered (model II) fits the Super Tool 300 (their largest multi tool) plus the 40 piece bit set. I soaked it in warm water first, to help it stretch around the contents. I keep the bit adapter and a small flashlight in the elastic bands on either side. I'm pretty much invincible. « Show Less
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If you want a decent multitool with spring loaded pliers you'll have to go with gerber leatherman quality is much higher but they do not offer spring loaded pliers
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Simple answer = Yes . Extra answer , should the retainer spring that holds bits in place break, just call Leatherman and they will ship a free replacement spring no questions asked.