I just brought it, just woundering if anyone had problems opening and closing the pliers sector of the leatherman?
235543
No problems for me. Was kind of tough opening but I'm sure it's supposed to be that way.
235544
i used some wd40 and it helped.the more you use the pliers the better they get but you are correct that the pliers arrive somewhat tight
235545
I've gone through 2 myself (lost one) and given 2 as gifts to friends, never had any trouble opening or closing the pliers... found them to be very slightly stiffer when new, but not objectionably so...
786356
I have not had this problem but could see how it might be a possible consequence of a manufacturing defect. Normally it takes a deliberate effort to move the blade lock aside, to allow closing the blade.
310686
one of the zippers got stuck on mine closed with my license and debit card in it. I tried with vice grips and pliers and only exploded the zipper handle. I ended up cutting a small corner of the inside of the pocket to get my stuff out. Once they stick close I think they're done forever. I will probably update my review about this now
1833670
Sounds like the lock mechanism might be bent. Once it's open it should spring open and stay open until you squeeze it closed and put the lock in place to hold it closed. Are you running your hand or glove over the lock lever forcing it to close and lock when squeezing?
189383
I have opened all sizes. You may have to hold the mechanism down but no problems so far. I love it
334645
I have had no problem with the seal. I pressed the seal together so hard that my fingers hurt and I also went back and forth with the white closure 4 or 5 times before I used the vacuum on it. All of my seals have held and it has been over a month now and none have opened up. I think that you have to make sure the two zipper seals are tightly together before using the vacuum. Good luck, I hope this helps.
1639086
The two sides of the pliers only completely touch at the tip of the pliers. Hasn't been an issue so far in my limited uses. But you have to set your expectations appropriately. I would describe these multi-tool as well built, small-job/emergency edc tools.
1233742
I've never found these that hard to open. If new it should be oiled already (you would see a clear oil on the blade and tools)
274106
I had the same issue with a different model. I forced it open slightly manually once and it was ok. I know it sounds crude. But it worked in the past.
1934257
Hi Sam, I had a similar situation with mine. I noticed it was getting a little loose. I opened the jaws of the pliers all the way and placed the head of the rivet on my vise and used a large centerpunch and "re-peened" the rivet. Since it is a stainless steel rivet it worked very well and hasn't loosened back up since then. You just need to make sure the centerpunch diameter is large enough so it won't just hit the center of the rivet. Hope that helpedKevin
1803716
Only certain leathermans came with the lil driver attachment , it should be one of your folder options like the knife or file.. Mine is a titanium sportsman edition . The attachment option may not be in your surge ..:(
1934259
Hi Sam, I had a similar situation with mine. I noticed it was getting a little loose. I opened the jaws of the pliers all the way and placed the head of the rivet on my vise and used a large centerpunch and "re-peened" the rivet. Since it is a stainless steel rivet it worked very well and hasn't loosened back up since then. You just need to make sure the centerpunch diameter is large enough so it won't just hit the center of the rivet. Hope that helped Kevin
2239762
My husband had to use pliers to unlock it the first time then after that it was super easy and all fixed. but it was very frustrating to not be able to turn we tried forever before he decided he would give in and try the tool... figured it was easier than returning.. glad he tried :)
1109237
You can loosen it up some .. Mine was tough at first but I kept snapping an unsparing it works fine now !!! I went to a kydex sheath wich is very nice !! The sheath that came wth the knife is nice to but the kydex is the way to go !!!
1203392
I haven't had any trouble. Just pry around the edges upward, like you're opening a can of paint, with a flat edged screw driver. Used them, and others similar to them, for years. Hope that helps. Good luck.
265558
I had the same problem with mine, its just a matter of breaking it in, when I depress the blade lock, (On the back of the knife) I had to relay make sure that it was fully depressed, to release the blade, i just kept working it until it became easier. Little WD40 helped as well. I Love my SOG, its my EDC. Good Luck
1524402
I used pliers on a leatherman. Can also use a wrench if you got one. But us, can't be done with what's provided.