12-09-2004, 20:51
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Originally Posted by lrd
Exactly!
My package was waiting for me when I got home from work. I love it! This is the first full-sized multi-tool that hasn't hurt my hands to use.
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Good to know L, can't wait to get mine!
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12-10-2004, 04:51
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A question about the care and feeding of my new friend:
My instructions tell me that "Leatherman multi-tools should be cleaned, dried and re-oiled periodically, especially after use in a damp environment." I live near the Chesapeake. What would you suggest for my PMI?
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12-10-2004, 07:44
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Got mine yesterday. Nice quality and the ultimate tool.
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12-10-2004, 07:47
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Originally Posted by lrd
A question about the care and feeding of my new friend:
My instructions tell me that "Leatherman multi-tools should be cleaned, dried and re-oiled periodically, especially after use in a damp environment." I live near the Chesapeake. What would you suggest for my PMI?
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I am not a famous knife maker, but I would recommend the following.
If you get it in salt water, rinse in fresh water, blow it dry with compressed air, spray with WD-40 or another water displacing agent, and wipe dry.
Under normal use, unless you see rust or corrosion, wipe the blades off (carefully) periodically with a silicone cloth and put a drop of light oil on the hinges when they get sticky.
The knives are designed with security fasteners so that they cannot be disassembled without special tools, so any real tear down is impossible for the consumer.
HTH and a real knife expert will be along soon to put out the pro opinion.
TR
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12-10-2004, 14:15
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Ladies and Gents:
The Leathermen's are all sold!
In the next ten days I should have the remaining checks and will post how we've done. Again, all profit from the sale of these tools are going to charity.
TS
BTW, those of you that have yet to mail your checks, you will have a very long wait as I will be on a trip next week and will not return till the 20th of Dec.
That is all, carry on.
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12-10-2004, 14:26
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Got mine today! Now I'm jealouse since I got one for each of my sons and not for me. Maybe I can talk them into a Yarborough knife. 
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12-10-2004, 14:38
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Area Commander
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QRQ30, I'd be happy to give my "on hold" order of one to you.
Please Sir, if you desire to do so then just PM the Team Sergeant and he can advise me. I have the envelope and check here but won't mail it until you decide. It is far more appropriate for a QP to have "first dibs" so to speak.
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12-10-2004, 15:51
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Originally Posted by The Reaper
I am not a famous knife maker, but I would recommend the following.
If you get it in salt water, rinse in fresh water, blow it dry with compressed air, spray with WD-40 or another water displacing agent, and wipe dry.
Under normal use, unless you see rust or corrosion, wipe the blades off (carefully) periodically with a silicone cloth and put a drop of light oil on the hinges when they get sticky.
The knives are designed with security fasteners so that they cannot be disassembled without special tools, so any real tear down is impossible for the consumer.
HTH and a real knife expert will be along soon to put out the pro opinion.
TR
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Thank you, TR. I figure I'll be using it on the boat, so it'll get it's share of salt water, fish guts, squid, etc. I need to get me a little can of compressed air so I can blow the guts at the kids.
Gypsy, you're a sweetheart.
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12-10-2004, 16:43
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Since we are at ENDEX of the Group Buy (pending any TS may still have available), Let's put comments about the Leatherman Charge XTi buy in here along with any constructive feedback.
We will pass feedback to Leatherman or someone from the company may come by and read them.
I would like to say thanks to Bill Harsey for the contact with Tim, Kyobanim for the time he spent on artwork, and the Team Sergeant for fronting the money and getting these out to all of the different buyers in a very timely manner.
Thanks also to Doc T for not bumping off the TS when he explained to her what he wanted to do with the money. Thanks a ton, Doc, and to all of the other people with a hand in this project.
We hope you enjoy it, and will let you know at completion how much money was raised for the scholarship fund.
Merry Christmas to all!!
TR
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12-10-2004, 17:46
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Originally Posted by QRQ 30
Got mine today! Now I'm jealouse since I got one for each of my sons and not for me. Maybe I can talk them into a Yarborough knife. |
Terry-
PM or confirm in this thread or elsewhere that you really want one, and I will be glad to ship you one of the three I got. Really, its no problem as I still have one for myself and one for my Dad.
The 3rd is for a brother and quite honestly, he would not appreciate it as much as you would... I can always buy him something else so let me know. Really... as said above, QP's and especially Qp mods should get priority.
Email, PM, or call me if you want it. You know where my contact info is posted. 
Hijack over....
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12-10-2004, 18:51
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My leathermans arrived. 
Thanks so much TS, TR and Mr Harsey for arranging this group buy and allowing me to participate in the offer. This was a brilliant idea. I can't stop looking at the custom etching.
Just started playing with it. This is an incredible tool, I will definitely be using it a lot.
Thanks
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12-10-2004, 21:45
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An Excellent tool..
not too crazy about the carrier 
alas I have found a 2nd sheath project
Thanks again for setting this up, and I look forward to the next group buy
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12-10-2004, 22:16
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An Excellent tool..
not too crazy about the carrier
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If you look at the sheath very carefully, in addition to the tool pouch, there are two tiny elastic pockets (one on each side) to hold a Maglite Solitaire. You could fit a short pencil, or a striking rod, or a section of sharpening rod in the other side.
How about a way to carry the XTi (w/accessories), a Surefire L1/E2e, and a lighter in a compact package?
TR
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12-10-2004, 22:45
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WOO HOOOOOO!!!!!
I got mine!!! And they are outstanding!
THANK YOU TS/ Bill!!!
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12-10-2004, 23:29
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Originally Posted by The Reaper
If you look at the sheath very carefully, in addition to the tool pouch, there are two tiny elastic pockets (one on each side) to hold a Maglite Solitaire. You could fit a short pencil, or a striking rod, or a section of sharpening rod in the other side.
How about a way to carry the XTi (w/accessories), a Surefire L1/E2e, and a lighter in a compact package?
TR
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Make it MOLLE/ PALS/ MALICE compatable and I'll take 1 in OD. 
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