
Been lurking here for quite some time now. I always enjoying seeing other people's collections and decided it was time to share mine! I just returned from a month-long trip to the USA where I picked up a few new additions.
Left Column (Top to Bottom):
- Leatherman Wave+: A gift from my sisters about three years ago. My first Leatherman! Most people around me carry them, but I’ve always been a Gerber guy. It’s been my daily carry ever since.
- Gerber Center-Drive: Picked this up two months ago. I filed a warranty claim on a 20-year-old Gerber Flik from my army days; since they don't make the Flik anymore, the dealer offered an MP600 or the Center-Drive for a small upgrade fee ($60). The bit holder is a game-changer, though I definitely miss having scissors on this specific tool.
- Gerber Truss: Got three years ago as a dedicated car/glovebox tool. I chose this over a Wingman or Sidekick at the time (this was a donation my reserves company had gotten) and it's served that role perfectly.
Middle Column (Top to Bottom):
- Gerber Paraframe I: A day-two purchase from my US trip. Ended up using it almost every day of the vacation.
- Gerber Armbar Mini: Another trip find. It’s a fantastic little keychain companion.
- Wenger Classic: Found this at a flea market recently. I’ve wanted a simple Wenger piece for a while, and the silver finish really caught my eye.
- Buck 375 Deuce: A "treat myself" purchase after a very long day of driving during the trip. Classic look.
- Victorinox Classic SD: A staple. I have a black one floating around the house somewhere, too.
Right Column (Top to Bottom):
- SOG PowerPint: Got this four months ago but honestly, it doesn't get much pocket time. The tools are a bit stiff to deploy. I actually just used it for the first time today to help untie my 4-year-old’s shoelaces!
- Victorinox Super Tinker: My main SAK purchase from the trip. I wanted the scissors without the bulk of a saw. I think this might join the daily rotation.
- Gerber MP400: This is the sentimental favorite. My father gave this to me when I started my army service 20 years ago. People still love the one-handed "flick" opening.
Fixed Blades:
- Solingen (Top): My father bought this in the early 70s in the Canadian Northern Territories and passed it down to me during my service. I believe it might date back to the 50s. If anyone has more info on this specific model, I’d love to hear it!
- Gerber StrongArm (Bottom): An impulse purchase from the trip. I wanted a sturdy, "buy it for life" fixed blade, and this felt like the right choice.
by ashkeloni
3 Comments
Nice collection, you based in UK?
Nice collection!
Great collection, that Canadian adventure knife is cool to look at.
My vote for your next knife or tool in the collection is either playful / adventurous or cheap & funny 🙂