Leatherman Skeletool's MAJOR FLAW & How To Fix It!

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Gander Flight

Gander Flight

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@blacksquirrel4008
@blacksquirrel4008 2 жыл бұрын
I snapped my pliers, too. They really can’t be twisted. Leatherman sent me a new Cx right away. They even recommended I take my old bits out before mailing it in.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
Their warranty is spot on.
@michaelmartinez9602
@michaelmartinez9602 11 ай бұрын
Ooh that’s bs that these pliers can’t hold up to even take out a cotter pin and to think I just bought this stupid tool
@wvhunter1968
@wvhunter1968 9 ай бұрын
I love the minamalist and high quality blade design of the skeletool. In my opinion, for my needs, best one out there.
@globetrotter7778
@globetrotter7778 9 ай бұрын
So do I, I love that they still offer a multi tool that focuses on the essentials rather than on cramming in all the imaginable bells in whistles.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 6 ай бұрын
agreed - still carry it everyday
@brucey39
@brucey39 2 жыл бұрын
I have carried the CX for quite a few years now . I work as a handyman and use it daily . Don't use the bit to open paint cans .Use the other end of the tool at the tip where the string hole is opposite the carabiner . It's works amazingly well .
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
That is a FANTASTIC idea!
@markkitaoka8783
@markkitaoka8783 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Kiwi, I just purchased an add-on item called "Leatherman Skeletool Hammer/Jammer" I'd post a link here, but YT doesn't allow that. Not only does it have a small pry bar, but a hammer and a 1/4" slot for bits. Gander Flight, thank you for your suggestion, I've taken it up. I did replace the secondary bit in the handle with a Torx bit since I find I often need one. It's such a handy EDC tool.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
@@markkitaoka8783 Thanks for sharing that Mark - I hadn't heard of the the hammer jammer -- looks like a really cool addon!!!
@DanoSlingz
@DanoSlingz Жыл бұрын
I didn't know Leatherman had these flat and Phillips bits together like that. Thanks! I have carried my CX for 4 years now and have never had any problems. Thanks for the video! 😎
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
The combo bits are fantastic -look them up! Cheers!
@EvanDunville
@EvanDunville 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely love the Skeletool CX. I also use the combo bit in the driver. As a Canadian i prefer to use the #1 and #2 Robinson (square) in the handle because a lot of the screws i run into are Robinsons.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
That would be handy for my RV as most of those are square heads as well.
@NaturalBornGriller
@NaturalBornGriller 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah bud I want a robertson bit as well. I kind of want a robertson #2 + flat #2 bit
@smartassmart
@smartassmart 6 ай бұрын
ordered the same bit pack but for a different reason… up here in canuck land, robertson (square) heads are the most common. i already had the leatherman bit kit (the big one) so i had a bit with the #1 and #2 robertson (square) so now with only two bits in the skeletool i have a flathead, #1 - #2 philips and the #1, #2 square… awesome tool, never leaves my side.
@TheSimplecanadian
@TheSimplecanadian 3 ай бұрын
I plan on doing the same thing
@Bactaman
@Bactaman Жыл бұрын
Forget the flat head driver for paint cans and use the carabiner butt end instead. Works amazingly well.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
You're the second person to recommend that - such a great idea!
@christopheramerally3194
@christopheramerally3194 3 жыл бұрын
This was my only issue with my skeletool as well, don’t know why I didn’t think of this, thanks.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
@JamesWilliams-he4lb
@JamesWilliams-he4lb Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip. I have a leatherman bit kit and that doesn't even include the flat/phillips combo, so I didn't even know those were made.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
Glad I could help!
@YouBeToobing
@YouBeToobing 2 жыл бұрын
I bought several of the Phillips/Straight combo bits to have for spares. I even ordered the MuT but set to have the long screwdriver bit. Works great.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
Great tip! Where do you keep the long screwdriver bits when they're not being used?
@roberttaylor8488
@roberttaylor8488 Жыл бұрын
Thank you I lost my Leatherman Freestyle CX and have been looking for a replacement. I thought the bit was affixed and wouldn’t buy it become of it. So now I’ll be looking for the Skeletool
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
I really enjoy it. Lost one at the beach and ordered the same thing to replace it!
@roberttaylor8488
@roberttaylor8488 Жыл бұрын
@@GanderFlight I bought the Leatherman Skeletool CX it's nice but, it's not going to replace my lost Freestyle CX. I've got mixed feelings about the caribeaner to the point I was going to actually cut it off and shape it more like the Freestyle CX. I'm not use to it yet. I'm even thinking of just buying a folding knife and leave the Skeletool in the box.
@gtd360
@gtd360 5 ай бұрын
I have the whole bit set thinking I was going to carry it around in the case. Im going to have to find the case now and see if there's a combo in it.
@markfcoble
@markfcoble 2 жыл бұрын
On belt loop, pockets free! Love it here at high mountain desert plateau hideout NM.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
Its a nice minimal unit - I use it everyday!
@DerkaDietrich93
@DerkaDietrich93 7 ай бұрын
I had one in my locker when I used to be a volunteer firefighter that was provided by the fire department. Didn’t get to use it much, but it was a pretty sweet tool.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 6 ай бұрын
👍
@jamesyee4143
@jamesyee4143 Жыл бұрын
Hi, Thanks for that FYI on the 🔪!
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
No problem 👍
@dhruvpatki2169
@dhruvpatki2169 2 жыл бұрын
Hella underrated channel mate
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dhruv - I appreciate the kind words. I hope that the videos provide value for you. Thanks for watching :)
@ScorpionRegent
@ScorpionRegent 5 ай бұрын
Gander Flight - Good video, if you use it all the time it is a truly worth hack. The Skeletoool is mighty useful, in spite of its proprietary bits. I have a Gerber Crossdriver that can do all that and more, but it is awfully bulky and massive.
@Gunny672
@Gunny672 Жыл бұрын
I wish it had a saw without having to get the Signal. Great video and mod recommendation.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@jamesyee4143
@jamesyee4143 10 ай бұрын
Thanks for that FYI on that, I like that one screw bit .😊
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 9 ай бұрын
Me too - use it everyday
@cj1000
@cj1000 2 жыл бұрын
Wow I need these! Thank you, this is awesome and makes my favorite tool completely perfect.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
Agreed!
@ItsaPlanetKiller
@ItsaPlanetKiller Жыл бұрын
Rediscovering my Skeletool, so many of these vids are popping up. Great idea about the dual sided bit. But dang, removing a cotter pin broke the pliers? That's some cotter pin! Anyway, good video.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
I was surprised too! Thanks for watching
@Motorcyclewindtherapy
@Motorcyclewindtherapy 3 жыл бұрын
I like the suggestion. I'll add those bits to my Skeletool soon I'd bet.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 3 жыл бұрын
It really makes all the difference!
@daviddriver9388
@daviddriver9388 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, ordering replacement bits now.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
Enjoy! Makes it so much more usable on a day to day basis.
@merrette
@merrette 8 ай бұрын
Just ordered a set of replacement bits, thanks!!!
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 6 ай бұрын
I think you'll like them
@thebundok
@thebundok 3 жыл бұрын
12,000 subscribers! Way to go Josh! :D
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 3 жыл бұрын
Yahoo!!! Thanks for supporting me from the single digits!! 🥳
@blueeyeswhitedragon9839
@blueeyeswhitedragon9839 Жыл бұрын
I added two Robertson bits to my Skeletool. In Canada we are more likely to come across the Robertson screwdriver bit than the Phillips, and whenever l do find the Phillips screws, l usually replace them immediately with Robertson screws...much more reliable.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
Love the square bits!
@snesleywipessqueegeeservices
@snesleywipessqueegeeservices Жыл бұрын
Agree, excellent point old chap! 👏
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
🙌
@j.m.youngquist419
@j.m.youngquist419 Жыл бұрын
Very valid observation. Nice review
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching!
@nbk2184
@nbk2184 2 жыл бұрын
Was considering a skeletool. Now plan to order bit set at same time to avoid extra shipping
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
I think you'll be happy with it :)
@JFPriest
@JFPriest Жыл бұрын
Yep. Just happened to me. First time using the pliers. Found this video. Thanks
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
Bummer - it'll take some time but they'll get you sorted out.
@toastae21
@toastae21 Жыл бұрын
Great video thanks, I’ve just got the skeletool as a present, I’ve had 2 wingman in the past and loved them. One thing I noticed straight away with the skeletool is the pliers head doesn’t naturally stay open like the wingman did. is this something that changes over time with use or is it closed and you need to awkwardly handle it to open and close it when your are using it? Big deciding factor for if I’m going to return for another wingman or not as I don’t have the time or the hands when I’m 10 foot up a ladder trying to loosen a stubborn nut on a lighting fixture .
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
The skeletool is not spring loaded.
@toastae21
@toastae21 Жыл бұрын
Honestly not seeing the advantages over sidekick or wingman, less features, similar weight, 40 quid more expensive, pilers doesn't stay open. Looks cool but thats about it
@DanielRodriguez-fv5os
@DanielRodriguez-fv5os 8 ай бұрын
Just ordered the skeletool and added the bits to my order
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 6 ай бұрын
I think you'll like them
@Lonewolfpack
@Lonewolfpack 4 ай бұрын
You can also buy a bid kit from Leatherman and a bit extender
@hervevazeilles3790
@hervevazeilles3790 2 жыл бұрын
You can change the bits in a bit driver? Thx a lot for the info I would have never think about it myself.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
Its not about knowing you can change bits - its about selecting the combo bit that should come with the unit from the factory. Have a nice day Herve! Thanks for the comment
@KernowEDC
@KernowEDC 2 жыл бұрын
@@GanderFlight yeah I think he missed the point there 😂
@__-pl3jg
@__-pl3jg 5 ай бұрын
A lot of KZbinrs make the mistake of moving their hands at normal speed during videos. The human eye can catch small details in real life they cant see in a video. When you're holding something in front of the camera move your hands VERY slowly like you're underwater. Open/close multi tools SLOWLY...Preferably on a table top instead of floating in midair.
@precisionmatchtimer
@precisionmatchtimer 2 жыл бұрын
anyplace to get a replacement knife blade? I have the combo straight/serrated and it has chipped and broken. I'd love to replace it with just a straight blade.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
Best bet is to contact leatherman directly
@kit888
@kit888 3 жыл бұрын
I've read other reviews of the Skeletool pliers breaking. Sounds like a common problem, enough reason to get something else.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 3 жыл бұрын
👍
@flipside1974
@flipside1974 3 жыл бұрын
Cool video. Great suggestion!
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 3 жыл бұрын
It really makes the tool sooo much better to use on a day to day basis.
@vwestlife
@vwestlife 3 жыл бұрын
Make that " *Its* Problem "... no apostrophe!
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
good catch! Thanks
@antoinebugleboy6864
@antoinebugleboy6864 3 жыл бұрын
If you live near Portland, you can just go to the Leatherman store and get a warranty replacement in person.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 3 жыл бұрын
Good to know!
@EddieMorton-n7g
@EddieMorton-n7g 8 ай бұрын
very informative review. thank you
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 6 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@robrot5460
@robrot5460 3 жыл бұрын
Leatherman’s warranty is very hard to beat!
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 3 жыл бұрын
Its a good warranty for sure!
@andrewburton4584
@andrewburton4584 2 жыл бұрын
Good vid, thanks for the info. I am going buy the philips/flat bit right now!
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! With those combo bits it really is an ideal EDC tool.
@parker8691
@parker8691 2 жыл бұрын
How long have you been carrying the skeletool?
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
Almost a year and a half at this point.
@jerryprice5484
@jerryprice5484 2 жыл бұрын
I love the Skeltool as well, however I find the screwdriver bit tends to dig into my palm so at time I'm forced to remove it when I'm using the tool
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
I can definitely see that issue.
@DanoSlingz
@DanoSlingz Жыл бұрын
I agree. My hands are big so the bit does hurt when I use the pliers. 👍
@smy76
@smy76 Жыл бұрын
Awesome tip. Thank you.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
You bet Rob!
@michaelk487
@michaelk487 3 жыл бұрын
I had an old Leatherman Marlboro Edition you want to go out again sent it back it was damaged they sent me a brand-new rebar I think they went beyond their warranty on that one
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Their warranty is great.
@viewitnow3539
@viewitnow3539 11 ай бұрын
The curve handle (that only fits your hand 1 direction) and that silly/useless carabiner keeps this off my edc rotation.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 9 ай бұрын
Valid critiques
@smy76
@smy76 Жыл бұрын
I think the RX has a Philips/flat combo in the storage section.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
Based on the photos on Leatherman's website I'd say you're correct. For an EDC knife I don't care for serrated blades though and its easier to switch out the bits than it is to swap a blade.
@IamACanadian47
@IamACanadian47 Жыл бұрын
Cool video, up here in northern Canada at the hardware store I work at we have sold roughly half a dozen Skeletool tools and each one has had the dual bits in the package, so your bit problem seems odd to me. P.S. in the old days long before Covid we used to get the wave, surge and Skeletool with a loose ROBERTSON (or square) number 2 and 3 double sided bit loose in the box (I called leatherman and tried to order more and they said they didn’t know what I was talking about) a shame as square bits are super popular up here eh 🇨🇦.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
Have these sales been recently? Maybe they updated the packages? Hopefully? Very interesting that you got a few loose Robertson bits - that would be a very unique shape for a skeletool bit!
@IamACanadian47
@IamACanadian47 Жыл бұрын
@@GanderFlight when Leatherman released the free series with the grey coloured sheaths was when we STOPPED getting the spare double sided bit loose in the package with each tool, a real shame since at my hardware store almost every single screw we sell has a Robertson (or square) head and since no one at Leatherman customer support appears to know how they were made (and therefore I can’t order them as I was told they “don’t exist in our product catalog”) so I hold dearly onto the 3 I have as I use them many times daily to help customers and keep them preloaded in my wave or surge as we hardly ever use Phillips up here. I received the bits when I bought my regular skeletool, wave and surge over a period of roughly 5 years but like I said, when the grey sheaths and new Leatherman logo and packaging released, well that was the end unfortunately. Very long winded but I thought you should know.
@IamACanadian47
@IamACanadian47 Жыл бұрын
P.S. I just noticed your comment about unusual shape, if you look at a standard 24 piece (I believe) bit set you’ll notice one of the bits is a square number 1 and 2 bit (known as a piece of the Canadian bit set) but up here we use the number 2 and 3 and rarely the number 1 bit driver, so that is why the rare 2 and 3 bit is so useful eh.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
Not unusual shape as in the Robertson bit- but unusual as in the Robertson at the end of the flat bit shape required to be used in the skeletool
@IamACanadian47
@IamACanadian47 Жыл бұрын
@@GanderFlight just like all of the other Leatherman bits appear to be “flat” it’s the same for this one except their shape was a very small square to begin with so the profile is as flat as your American Philips bits. As long as you don’t put a ton of torque on them I think it’s amazing you can have 24 bits in such a small package (I keep my bit set in the back of my sheath) and I have used at least half of the different bits to solve a variety of problems at the hardware store I work at.
@spitfire690
@spitfire690 9 ай бұрын
I snapped the knife on mine. I really think they should beef up the knife because it snapped where the giant thumb hole is. A knife has no business being that thin like it is in that spot, and having it thicker wouldn't add much weight. It was replaced under warranty no problem. They must have really cheaped out if the pliers are snapping though...
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 9 ай бұрын
Haven't had any issues with the warranty replacement since
@tfwoodcraft
@tfwoodcraft Жыл бұрын
Seems like a great solution! pretty much everything is a #2 Philips so that would be the best one to have on there, then a flat head opposite that would be way more useful than a different Philips. Put the smaller philips in the handle for those rare occasions. I like where your heads at!
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Yeah it works out really well with the dual bits - actually haven't used the second bit since I put it in a few years ago, the single combo bit does it all!
@ketrickdilworth9612
@ketrickdilworth9612 2 жыл бұрын
I did the exact same thing as soon as I got mine. No reason to have to dig a bit out of the side.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
Makes it 100% better
@frankievassallo552
@frankievassallo552 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the info
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
Any time!
@martinthrone7012
@martinthrone7012 2 жыл бұрын
You didn't answer the question how? do you re sharpen the serated blade on the regular skeletool not the skeletool cx
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
That conundrum my friend, is precisely why I choose the version with a straight blade :)
@TheBird..
@TheBird.. 2 жыл бұрын
Leatherman multitools are the only multitools I’ve enjoyed using
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
👍
@whatarefriends4
@whatarefriends4 2 жыл бұрын
Can’t believe they didn’t think of that
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
I'm sure there was some reason they went the way they did - I just thing this option is more universal.
@lousquitieri4234
@lousquitieri4234 5 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@danw6640
@danw6640 2 жыл бұрын
Great idea! Thank you for the info, will be EDCing one of these very soon :D
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! I enjoy the Skeletool very much.
@deejaywon
@deejaywon 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@harrydaniels2788
@harrydaniels2788 2 жыл бұрын
The Skeletool pliers are made for small jobs. It's not going to handle jobs like the Surge or Wave will do. I find that people break the pliers on things It's not made for. That's not the tools fault It's the person's fault.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
Pulling a cotter pin is asking too much…?
@harrydaniels2788
@harrydaniels2788 2 жыл бұрын
@Gander Flight - Guess it depends on how much force you put on it. Doing that never broke my Wave .
@larryvansullen3935
@larryvansullen3935 Жыл бұрын
Very weak pliers, especially when twisting. Thank God for the great warrenty
@harrydaniels2788
@harrydaniels2788 Жыл бұрын
@@larryvansullen3935- They will never replace dedicated pliers.. That's why I said they are good for small jobs.
@bigrig55555
@bigrig55555 2 жыл бұрын
I would love to take my Skeletool when traveling but because of the knife it wouldn't get through TSA obviously. Does anybody have any modifications to get it through TSA? I suppose I could just remove the blade altogether but a scissors or something else in its place would be great. Let me know what you all think. TY
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
Probably best to get something that is designed to fit that use case scenario
@nonegeo
@nonegeo 3 жыл бұрын
Good idea.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 3 жыл бұрын
Really makes it significantly more usable
@bill_ruppert
@bill_ruppert 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great tip. Pun unintended! 😂
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
hahahah You bet!
@KernowEDC
@KernowEDC 2 жыл бұрын
This is great! Thank you :)
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
@neonpaintsplash
@neonpaintsplash 3 жыл бұрын
I wish Leatherman made a bit that was a #2 Phillips and a 1/4in flat combo that’d be the main bit I’d add to all my Leathermans.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 3 жыл бұрын
Agreed
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
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@ronfry5851
@ronfry5851 2 жыл бұрын
Yes I do you the man
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
Enjoy!!
@allemander
@allemander 2 жыл бұрын
You should know about the typo in your video title. You used the word it’s instead of its. The contraction (it’s) is short for “it is” and “it has”. The word you need is ITS with no apostrophe.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
Good catch
@ghostrunner2138
@ghostrunner2138 Жыл бұрын
if this is the biggest complaint I'm gonna go ahead and buy one!
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
I carry it everyday and haven’t been disappointed 🎉
@allofmybirds7525
@allofmybirds7525 Жыл бұрын
This is not what I would personally call a "major flaw"... nonetheless great video, cheers
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
Fair enough, thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!
@Sparkyspage
@Sparkyspage 2 жыл бұрын
Why did they discontinue the carbon one? I want the lightweight. Its kinda chunky
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
Not sure.
@hndrwn
@hndrwn Жыл бұрын
The problem is the bit in 1:36. Thank me later. What a long intro... 🙁
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
Have a good day!
@dermotryan9724
@dermotryan9724 Жыл бұрын
I'm on my third one and it's my right hand man but the semi serrated blade was much better than this new flat one
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
Ah see I love the CX BECAUSE it has a straight blade ;)
@michaelk487
@michaelk487 3 жыл бұрын
Cool
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
👍
@KiwiPokerPlayer
@KiwiPokerPlayer 9 ай бұрын
I really wish Leatherman would learn how pocket clips work. Why do they keep putting them upside down? I know on some models you can relocate it, but I daily a Wingman and that clip can't be relocated, only removed.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 6 ай бұрын
Dunno - the pocket clip on the skeletool is the correct orientation for how I like to carry.
@KiwiPokerPlayer
@KiwiPokerPlayer 6 ай бұрын
@@GanderFlight the Wingman is fairly unique in the Leatherman lineup in that it has a one handed opening blade on the outside and the clip is upside down.
@rodgerrain7033
@rodgerrain7033 Жыл бұрын
Just get the Super Tool. Philips/Straight are built in, no dropping bits.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
To each their own :)
@bobcolantonio5932
@bobcolantonio5932 2 жыл бұрын
Nice video I think I buy a skeletal
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
Enjoy!
@johnfenske9339
@johnfenske9339 Жыл бұрын
Love the Skeletool, use it a lot. This is going to sound dumb, but I really wish they could somehow incorporate a can opener. My job often places me in the office for lunch, so being frugal, I often eat out of cans. I keep a Swiss Army knife in the desk for just this reason, but it would be really nice if I could narrow my tool load down to just the Skeletool. Are you listening, Leatherman?
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
Highly doubt you'll get that change - doesn't seem to be a highly sought after tool.
@vagabontat
@vagabontat 10 ай бұрын
Use the flathead screwdriver to save your blade from prying. You're only going back $60 + delivery and tax for the replacement bits if you chip it.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 9 ай бұрын
Someone else pointed out using the metal part near the carabiner on paint cans - I tried it and it fits perfectly!
@insanogeddon
@insanogeddon 2 жыл бұрын
The "Carbide Glass Breaker Bit" pairs great with your bit of choice (Tungsten Carbide Glass Breaking tip / 1/4" Screwdriver) just wish the plier tips together formed a 1/4" hex or from other comments a robertson #2 might be best in North America. A Gerber Suspension NXT gives it healthy competition sub-7oz, pocket clip, sprung pliers, more tools all locking and outside opening - complete for FAR less $$$.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
The Gerber Suspension NXT has too many tooks - thats why I love the skeletool - just the ones I need.
@johnrhodes870
@johnrhodes870 2 жыл бұрын
My NXT is still very hard to close locked tools
@ryennino5470
@ryennino5470 2 ай бұрын
why not just buy the bit kit? comes with like 30 bits and if you don’t want to carry them all swap the one from the skeletool with ones you’d rather carry
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Ай бұрын
another great option!
@chuckhelms5248
@chuckhelms5248 3 жыл бұрын
Clearly you have never had your hand pinched while in the pliers mode. I was hoping you had a fix for that :)
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
Keep your fingers out of the pinch zone... 🙃
@insanogeddon
@insanogeddon 2 жыл бұрын
Blade side AWAY from palm and no Mr Pinchy! Something the skelly has the wave/surge beat on where both sides have outside opening no-go pinch zones.
@hole1623
@hole1623 3 жыл бұрын
Same exact thing happened with me I was fiddling with my zero turn and I had my skeletool I need pliers so I used it and snapped the pliers same was as you 😂😂
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 3 жыл бұрын
Major bummer right? Were you able to get it replaced under warranty?>
@hole1623
@hole1623 3 жыл бұрын
@@GanderFlight yeah I shipped it out hopefully I'll get it back soon
@eddiewalker7252
@eddiewalker7252 Жыл бұрын
...I promise to come back for another gander, just practice a lot and study the art that is youTube....but don't copy...do this one over it's been a year I guess lessons learned and all that, there's hope for all.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
I'm sorry - I'm not quite sure what you're trying to tell me here - can you rephrase it please?
@jodyguilbeaux8225
@jodyguilbeaux8225 2 жыл бұрын
the tool looks like a makeshift on the go tool, not made for big jobs. i just got one and when the time comes, i will try it.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
I enjoy it and use it quite a bit
@simonsears5925
@simonsears5925 2 жыл бұрын
Agreed
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
👍🏻
@adeby
@adeby 2 жыл бұрын
I broke today in exactly the same part. The design of the pliers is bad.
@alexandernanov3970
@alexandernanov3970 2 жыл бұрын
This is basically a pliers with some embellishments. If the pliers break so often, it means the tool is a waste of money.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
👍
@Velvet-Sunshine.
@Velvet-Sunshine. 2 жыл бұрын
I have the skeletool, and I know about the bits that are available and I have a few replacements, as for the warranty I had to use it on a different tool, which was shipped to me defective, never used, brand new but defective. Well the return process was difficult, I didn't like leatherman's request of proof requiring photographs or a video explaining my problem. At the time producing a video was not something I could do. So I sent them a letter and photographs, plus receipts. This was also an engraved item which I paid for under Leatherman's additional charges. Leatherman did not want to give me a refund or replace it, so they fought the whole thing. Their reason was that there is no refund or replacement for an engraved item even though it came defective upon shipping. They simply wouldn't do it, that is until I told them, that I am a collector of multi-tool and that I have a showcase which I sent them a picture of that has 20 of their products in my showcase, all of them brand new. And I threatened that if they didn't honor their warranty, I not only would never do business with them, but everybody I bring over to see my showcase and talk about multi-tools the subject of Leatherman's refusing to honor their warranty will undoubtedly come up. Due to this threat, leatherman replaced and engraved the tool, but of course I had to send back the defective multi tool so that they could evaluate my claim that it was their fault not mine, but no apology, just silence. All of this took a lot of time and patience. I nearly gave up more than once. That's my story, and it's 100% true, so don't trust leatherman to replace or repair your tool, especially if it's been engraved. Thanks for listening. Interesting video.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear you had a sour experience. I don't think its unreasonable for them to require photos or videos of defects before processing warranty claims.
@Velvet-Sunshine.
@Velvet-Sunshine. 2 жыл бұрын
@@GanderFlight In response, I would say since Leatherman would be receiving the tool in the process of the return, they need not put their customers through such an ordeal to provide prove with video evidence of the defect, because they could see it themselves when the Tool arrives. And I did include a letter describing my complaint. Also, I recently became part of the KZbin community and have a Channel of my own so you may not see me by my formal username. If you want to visit the channel it's, (The Best Channel you ever Knew) I even set it up so that you could go there using the channel name, (The Cure to Mental Illness). Enjoy.
@markthompson9684
@markthompson9684 Жыл бұрын
Is it spring loaded……………..
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
No it is not.
@RR31982
@RR31982 2 жыл бұрын
Should have one bit only Philips and flat
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
Yupp - and thats what we solve in this video.
@KurniadiPrathomo-sp5zd
@KurniadiPrathomo-sp5zd Жыл бұрын
CX+ for scissors!
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 11 ай бұрын
??? Is "CX+" a new model that has scissors instead of pliers? I'm not seeing that on Leatherman's website
@KurniadiPrathomo-sp5zd
@KurniadiPrathomo-sp5zd 11 ай бұрын
@@GanderFlight no, it's just my wish
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 11 ай бұрын
@@KurniadiPrathomo-sp5zd ahh - gotcha!
@erdenebilegpurevsuren3277
@erdenebilegpurevsuren3277 Жыл бұрын
I use my lips to hold the bit when i switch.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
That'll do - but this is much easier and quicker :)
@gamingSlasher
@gamingSlasher 3 ай бұрын
Should have been like that by default. Hopefully Leatherman notice this video.
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Ай бұрын
Would be cool if it was!
@gort3969
@gort3969 Ай бұрын
Most people will never use anything but the knife and bottle opener
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Ай бұрын
eh... I think the bit driver gets used a ton
@happyknife8785
@happyknife8785 Жыл бұрын
This is exactly what I'm going to do with my Skeletool
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
It definitely helps!
@MasterYoist
@MasterYoist 2 жыл бұрын
I own five Leatherman multitools. The skeletool is by far the worst one. You are right about the lack of being user friendly with regards to changing screwdriver bits. I demonstrated this as well in my review video. I showed the tool being used in various situations and went over many of the pros and cons. I got mine for $40.00 off the shelf. And, I feel this is overpriced for the quality and functionality of this tool. Now, the local stores have them for $85.00. SMH
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 2 жыл бұрын
Whats your favorite?
@MasterYoist
@MasterYoist 28 күн бұрын
​@@GanderFlightSorry for the late reply as I just saw this. For everyday use: Rev Heavier Duty; Surge I keep a Micra and Style PS in my altoids tin in a leather belt pouch. Take care.
@mdyzward8553
@mdyzward8553 Жыл бұрын
Been doing this mod for like 7 years lol
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight Жыл бұрын
It really should come this way...
@mdyzward8553
@mdyzward8553 Жыл бұрын
@@GanderFlight IKR!!???
@ThumperThumper-uo9oo
@ThumperThumper-uo9oo 3 жыл бұрын
Yes of course that's kind of a no-brainer answer to that question they should definitely come with the Phillips and Flathead replacements. Just add saved by dollars to the price and then you get all three of these items in your kit and there's no having to wait or making a special order everything you have is in pocket and isn't that what it's supposed to be for? Good customer service and thinking about what a customer's needs are and providing those needs without charging the customer extra money really in the long run is the smartest thing to do for a business because if a product works and someone is happy with that product they are more than willing to say so and good publicity goes a long way the same with bad publicity. If a customer has a good review and tells his buddy about the excellent performance the quality and craftsmanship of a product plus the customer service and the forethought that to add certain little things such as the extra bits really goes a long way for the customer and not only will we say so to others about it but we are much more likely to maybe even buy another product just like this just to have as backup or in our backpack or whatever bag
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 3 жыл бұрын
👍
@insanogeddon
@insanogeddon 2 жыл бұрын
Sadly long has LM gotten more publicity and cash issuing CLOSE TO PERFECT tools.
@d.Cog420
@d.Cog420 7 ай бұрын
this must be the most first world problem on KZbin
@GanderFlight
@GanderFlight 6 ай бұрын
hey thanks for the engagement! Your over dramatization is appreciated in that respect - thanks for watching
@d.Cog420
@d.Cog420 6 ай бұрын
@@GanderFlight someone’s over dramatisation…
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