Gerber Gear Diesel Multitool Needle Nose Pliers Set, 12-in-1 EDC Multi-Tool Knife, Survival Gear and Equipment, Black

The Gerber Gear Diesel Multitool Needle Nose Pliers Set, 12-in-1 EDC Multi-Tool Knife, is the perfect gift for any husband who loves handy gadgets or tackling projects around the house. This multitool is impressively versatile, featuring everything from needle nose pliers to multiple knife blades, screwdrivers, and other essential tools—all packed into a compact, durable design. It’s easy to carry and quick to access, making it ideal for everyday tasks, outdoor adventures, or quick fixes. The build quality feels solid and reliable, giving confidence that it will last for years without wearing down. My husband was thrilled to receive it and immediately found it useful around the house and in small DIY projects. Overall, this multitool combines functionality, portability, and durability, making it a thoughtful and practical gift that any husband—or gadget enthusiast—will truly appreciate and use regularly.

I have wanted a multitool for some time, since losing my Leatherman Micra to TSA. The time was right (I had an amazon gift card) and I started to look around at the various options and price points available. I began to look for the options that I found most useful. I wanted a knife for opening letters, packages and strapping. And, of course, the general tool set that most multitools have; saw, screwdrivers, bottle opener, can opener and the like. I also wanted some readily-deployable pliers for working on vehicles and machinery. My price point was a high of around $80, above which, I didn't feel I'd gain any advantage or utility. What helped me make my ultimate decision was the one-handed operation of the pliers, a feature that has helped me more than a handful of times in the months since I got this. The Gerber Diesel also slotted nicely under my desired price point, coming in around $60. When I first got the tool, it did have the issue that others are reporting of some of the black finish coming off on my hands. I wiped it down thoroughly with a damp microfiber towel and it worked perfectly. The finish no longer migrates to my hands or clothing. When new, the pliers are tight, as you'd expect, and the single-handed operation was not a guarantee- sometimes, they'd slide right out and snick into place, other times, I'd get a half-deployed pair of pliers which meant I had to use two hands to fully extend them. I decided that I was going to develop some techniques and practices to ensure that I always get the pliers out. And learned what prevents that from happening along the way. I worked the pliers back and forth absentmindedly while watching a tv show, and that loosened them up perfectly. I did this while watching just one episode of "Arrested Development". I'm pretty sure it'd work with whatever show you're into as well. Here's what I learned (once I had loosened them up): If you hold the handles together and try to extend the pliers with a flick of your wrist, it will never work. The design of the handles and pliers is such that as the pliers extend, they spread the handles apart slightly. So no amount of force will get this to work- they'll either not extend or you'll have flick with so much force that the tool will likely slide out of your grip. If you hold one leg of the tool and flick your wrist, you can usually get them to extend, but the problem is that the pliers and handles can spread open, and you usually have to re-adjust your grip before you can use them. If you flick your wrist in an arc, the pliers sometimes want to fly out of your grasp. You can practice this and get it to work pretty well, though. The way to get them to open consistently is to spread the handles apart as far as they'll go, by holding the handles on the top and bottom (as opposed to the sides of the handles, which is what you'd grab to use the pliers). Then, a small flick and they extend fully, every time. The key is just to spread the handles apart before flicking. Which is a verb I never thought I'd use on Amazon. I've read some complaints about the wirecutters being made of soft metal and my comment would be this: it's a multitool. By definition, it's a compromise. They'll work fine on wires and light metals, but if you expect to cut through something thick (like a heavy wire hanger), you're using the wrong implement. Evidently, Leatherman has replaceable wire cutter blades on some models. If cutting wire hangers is your bailiwick, then you'd probably be better served by those. The knife is sharp, and half-serrated, which doesn't happen to bother me. I've used the serrated portion to cut through some rope and paracord, and it works perfectly. The scissors are nice and sharp and easy to deploy. The can opener, bottle opener and screwdrivers work, well. Because of the handles, you can't use the screwdriver bits in tight spaces. My only issue with the tool is that the icons on the handle (which indicate what tool is where) aren't easier to see- as a result, I keep on pulling out the saw instead of the knife. I'll try some white-out to fill the outline and see if that helps. It's a well-made tool, has a good price point, has all of the features I want, and is almost unnoticeable on my waist. In all, a good purchase.

Greetings America...& All! After much research and asking numerous Questions - (& receiving MANY answers...Thank You ALL) I've made my choice & went w/ the Diesel over many others! I mainly like this tool because of its one-hand "flip" opening & closure! It does take a little time to get used to this type of "action" yet, once you get it down, no problems! I also like the fact that it's black! It doesn't reflect the sun or even a flashlight and strain your eyes! Besides that it has that sort-of "worn in" look! Cars are supposed to be shiny, not your tools! Am I right guys? IMHO (of course!) I also really like that the extra blades, & other tools on this are on the "inside" of the unit! Some of the others are on the outside and I could just see myself slipping and ending up cutting myself...Oops, oh well, I didn't really need that finger anyways...but, that the blades and extra tools "lock" is an extra bonus to me and also one of the deciding factors in purchasing the diesel compared to all of the others! There was also some concern as to the black "flaking" & coming off the tool and getting on ones hands... In my experience, I would agree slightly! The reason I say that, is because once I pulled the diesel out of the package, I intentionally rubbed my fingers on it just to see if this were the case: True...it did slightly (rub off) onto my hands, but no "flaking," therefore I took my towel (an old cloth diaper...they are the best towels for wiping off your tools in ones workshop) & wiped the diesel down (LIGHTLY) which also wipes off some of the extra oil they use when manufacturing these Multi-Tools No Problems whatsoever! I absolutely love using this tool! One other note: I've been watching this diesel for a few months now (for the price to go down...) I paid just over $50 & I believe that it's well worth it price in gold! Just working in the shop, or whether you're camping and might need it as a survival tool etc...it's sturdy, well built, & again...IMHO, will last a lifetime! Once again, I'd like to thank all of you that took the time to answer the questions that I posted in regards to my research of the: (Gerber 22-41545 Black Diesel Multiple-Plier with Sheath) Y'all took time out from your day to answer my inquiries & I very much appreciate your most Valuable time & attention! Thanks for reading my review, if you have a question, have an idea, disagree with me or just want to leave a comment, hit me back and let me know what you think! Yours in FREEDOM... NavyDoc Keep... Yer Powder dry, Yer Mag full, & Yer Aim...DEAD ON!

Produto simplesmente excelente. Muito bonito e resistente. As travas das ferramentas são firmes, a faca muito bem amolada e as chaves funcionam bem. A capa tem uma qualidade ótima. Muito prático. E ainda veio com uma fina camada de lubrificação. Ótimo.

Ya había tenido unas pinzas gerber pero eran de color plateado me duraron como 15 años Y vi estás color negro Y me encantaron excelente calidad

What can I say, this is one of the best multi-tools ever made and it exceeded my expectations (none of the online descriptions mentioned a laniard ring, which concerned me, yet it came complete with one). The only way it could be better is if it had a corkscrew (none do) and the sight tool (that model doesn't have scissors. Gerber's Single Handed Opening Technology (SHOT) is still the best mechanism out there when you need you tool asap. I shopped around a fair bit and Amazon offered the best price and to top it off, it was delivered the next day with the normal shipping rate.

Essayé sur le terrain (trekking et reportage photo à travers le monde). Efficace, intuitif, robuste, il y a tout ce dont on a besoin. Prise en main excellente. Le seul point négatif et la pochette "made in china" de piètre qualité que j'ai tout de suite jeté.

I wasn't satisfied with Leatherman, being overpriced, and made with soft steel!! This tool is tough, one hand useable, and affordable. This tool has it all; Scissors, knife, file, saw, Phillips and Flatheads, can & bottle opener. I could never find a multi-tool that has all the tools I want, and Gerber Diesel has it all in MP600 style, not butterfly opening. Now, if the Diesel had all it's tools on the side, like the Gerber NXT, then it would be THE PERFECT multi-tool!!! I give this 4 and a half stars because it really is, nearly the perfect one for me. Get one and see what I mean!!!