Winchester 22-41602 Mini Win-Frame Mini Tool
- Milti-tool with pliers
- On-board accessories including file and bottle opener
- Includes nylon sheath
Product Description
Gerber 2241602…. More >>
Winchester 22-41602 Mini Win-Frame Mini Tool
Product Description
Gerber 2241602…. More >>
Winchester 22-41602 Mini Win-Frame Mini Tool
I am a fan of the better named multitools. I love thie features, useability, and how they always come in handy. As such, I like to find deals so that I can keep extra ones in the car or toolbox etc. I knew going in to this that for the price it was too good to be true. However, sometimes it can be ok to buy “just good enough” if you aren’t expecting much and don’t plan on needing it a whole lot.
First off, this is just worse of a tool than I orginally figured. I know that it says it is a mini tool, but when I received it, it was down right small, not very strong, and not useable. In short, I just don’t believe this is a good tool and even when onsale I believe it is better to go with a better name brand tool for five to ten dollars more and be happier in the long run.
I’ve owned this tool for over a year now and it has bailed me out multiple times. Keep in mind that it’s not a replacement for a real set of tools. The purpose (at least in my opinion) is to have quick access to some sort of tool without having to carry several pounds of extra gear. And for this purpose, at this price, this tool is excellent.
Pros:
Small & lightweight
Carrying case that you can put on your belt and you won’t even notice the tool there
Spring-loaded pliers
Good selection of tools
Cons:
If you apply too much force, the flatheads will twist a little (but I mean A LOT of force and I tried it on very large screws that this tool wasn’t designed for).
The phillips head could be just a bit larger
The flatheads are a little too thick for their size.
The pliers are a pleasure to use and grip well. I am 6′, but didn’t feel that the tool was too small for my hands. Overall, this is an excellent multitool for what it is and for its price – which is less than half of a comparable tool. And it looks good too. I am going to get two more, for the car and for the kayak.