Gerber 05500 MP400 Compact Sport Multi-function Tool
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Gerber 05500 MP400 Compact Sport Multi-function Tool
Customer Review: Solid and Versatile - Highly Recommended
Summary: 4 Stars
The "Gerber MP400" is a very well made multi-tool with an innovative design and practical tools.
This somewhat compact multi-tool is one of the handiest things to come my way in a long time. The pliers can be deployed one-handed, which is very useful when working in tight quarters. I really like the locking feature for the other tools in the handle (one of my main reasons for buying this model).
This is a fairly expensive multi-tool, but it does go on sale occasionally.
Highly recommended!
Customer Review: Some flaws. Ok for the money
Summary: 3 Stars
For the money it's an ok tool, with the following cons:
- There's no spring for the pliers, you gotta move it both directions to open and close.. this wouldn't
be such a problem if it all moved smoothly.. which brings us to..
- Everything moves so stiff, I know some reviewers stated this as being precision in manufacturing.. but from
practical point of view, it makes it annoying to use.
- The pliers don't retract flush into the body, the tip points out making it uncomfortable to use other tools.
- The handles kind of flex under stress.
- Lock mechanism for other tools feels very flimsy.
For the money I don't expect too much, but the flaws are pretty annoying for me to recommend wholeheartedly.
Customer Review: THE BEST
Summary: 5 Stars
I lost my first one, and I had to get another one just like this! It slides out quickly and easily, and is not too large and bulky.Customer Review: The Best
Summary: 5 Stars
Gerber makes the best multi-tool I've owned and I have owned four of these. I like this particular model because it is compact, ergonomic (it's comfortable to grip) and high quality. I find I seldom use the extra bits available with some of their models and the unit is less bulky on your hip without them.
Be careful with how you use the knife blade. It is hardened to maintain an edge but brittle and will break if you use it to pry. It's too bad that Gerber won't sell just a replacement knife blade, their website mentions a liability issue if it is installed incorrectly.
Customer Review: The Best
Summary: 5 Stars
I love my MP400 Compact Sport. It is small and fits well in my hand. It is not designed for large jobs. For that I use my Gerber MP800.
The one hand opening is fast and very efficent. This is a great gift for $20-$30 bucks. Keep the BEST tools coming Gerber and Amazon.com!!!