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9/30/2011

Leatherman 70202003 Juice S2 Review

Leatherman 70202003 Juice S2
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This is definitely a step in the right direction.The Juice line tries to cut a demographic swath beyond the traditional tool geek, outdoor enthusiast.Here they go for the younger urban dweller.
Biggest plus is that these hit the sweet spot between the 2 ounce Micras, SOGs, Kutmasters and the 8 ounce sheath models.Over time, hopefully big enough to take on certain tasks yet small enough to carry in my pocket or backpack.It's only going to be of use to me if I carry it and I'm only carrying it if I don't have to wear it.
The primary way Leatherman misses the mark is by persisting with the flathead drivers.Particularly if you are targeting a young, urban market which probably rents rather than owns, what do they have?Computers, electronics, Ikea furniture, bikes, spiffy appliances -- and not a flat head screw is used to assemble almost any of these things.I have a set of Stanley screwdrivers at the house.I can count on one hand the number of times I've needed to grab a flathead over the course of 10+ years.I know it is different for many people but not everyone owns a house or works on a car.That doesn't mean they don't have need for other tools. This is a problem not merely with the S2 but with the entire multitool market.Bewildering.
Other quibbles are down to personal preference.One person wants a corkscrew, another thinks it's needless.This goes on ad nauseaum.But, for myself, add tweezers and a metal file (not a nail cleaner but a REAL file), drop one of the flatheads for a larger Philips and the thing would be on the mark.Tweezers on a larger tool body are unwieldy but given the conditions under which I may use this thing I still think it would be better than nothing.
However, given that I can't have exactly what I want it seems better to me to carry something that's missing a few things rather than something that throws a few more in and makes me lug it all around.The S2 gets high marks for an OK tool set, good construction, terrific weight and dimensions.

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Product Description:
The Juice S2 is definitely cutting edge. Its distinctive burnt-orange anodized aluminum handles are contoured for comfort. Like all in the Juice line, the S2 comes with pliers, wire cutters, and four screwdrivers. With the same slender chassis as the C2, the S2 features specially serrated scissors, along with a can and bottle opener. A lanyard attachment allows the S2 to be easily affixed to your backpack, snow pants, or key ring. Like all genuine Leatherman tools, the Juice S2 is covered by our 25-year warranty.Length: 3.25 in. / 8.25 cm closed; Weight: 4.4 ounces / 125 grams; Materials: Stainless steel with anodized aluminum scales

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8/31/2011

Gerber 22-41493 EVO Jr. Serrated Edge Knife Review

Gerber 22-41493 EVO Jr. Serrated Edge Knife
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This knife is great. It clips perfectly on the inside edge of my jeans pocket, and I use it many times each day for opening boxes, cabling packages, etc. It holds its edge for a very long time in between sharpenings, and, more importantly, it keeps its grip and doesn't move, fall off, or open in my pocket. I got my first one at a local store, which no longer carries Gerber knives. When I lost it by leaving it at a job, I searched high and low locally before I finally tried Amazon. Amazon's price was great and I loved the knife so much that I bought 4, just in case I lose one (or more) again.

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With its straight spine and seamless design, the Gerber 22-41493 EVO Jr. Knife with Serrated Edge offers extreme usability in an eye-pleasing design. Besides its aesthetic qualities, the EVO Jr. boasts a high-quality carbon stainless steel blade as well as a thumb stud and finger clip for easy one-handed opening.
22-41493 EVO Jr. Knife with Serrated Edge
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