• pingveno@lemmy.ml
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      1 year ago

      I have two, a Micra that I keep in a pocket and a Free P2 that I keep in an EDC kit. The Free P2 was a bit heavy for my pocket and the Micra provides what I need 99% of the time. Still, the Free P2 or similar has some tools where when you need it, you need it.

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            1 year ago

            Oh, at my last job I used my Leatherman a ton. Wire cutters, screw driver, pliers, etc. I used the blade for opening boxes and stuff too. I don’t know that I’d say everyone needs one, but they are pretty handy. I don’t usually carry it anymore at my new job since it’s pretty different, but I still occasionally find myself reaching for it.

            To the OP question, I would say everyone should have a “go bag” with essential stuff you need in an emergency that’s already packed and ready to go. A multitool is a great addition to a Go Bag since it can take the place of a lot of tools in a compact way.

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              Yeah that makes sense. But that’s a job tool. I would expect to have the tools required for my job. But an everyday item. I wouldn’t need one.

              Both replies have been box opening which I’ve never needed outside of my house which has knives and scissors.

              I go bag would be a different story and so I could see a use for it there. I just got given one by work so now I have one in the car

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        1 year ago

        i haven’t run into problems, you can always put it in a backpack or cover it with a sweatshirt.

        used it for opening boxes, removing screws with pliers, it has a screwdriver too. i used the pliers the other day to disconnect my car battery. i probably use the leatherman once a week

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          1 year ago

          I would have a knife in my house for a box and screwdriver in car. But fair enough. I just never saw a use for it. Good that you use it regularly enough to have one