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The original model of this very sturdy tool appealed to me so much that I bought it despite its high price. After several years of using it almost daily, I can say it was worth the price. It beats all three different Leatherman models I have owned in these respects:
1. The steel is both harder tempered and tougher, so the blades hold an edge better and the pliers cuts harder wire without visible damage to cutters.
2. The blade locking method is straightforward and doesn't require fumbly procedures that might lead awkward users to injury.
3. The mirror finish is easier to clean than the sanded finish of Leatherman's products.
4. Each blade has its own friction spring, so blades fold out individually, not in fumbly clusters.
5. Grip and pliers are comfortably man-sized and plain, without needless pointy irritating edges or geeky contours.
6. The chisel blade can serve as a 66-block punchdown tool (handy for absentminded electricians).

Two things could use improvement on this tool, though:
a. The cast parts that lock the blades are evidently not stainless steel, and can corrode over long use. The locks on my set have corroded but never failed to work.
b. The double-cut, double sided file blade might be more usefully traded for a bonded diamond grit type of file to work harder materials.

In sum, this Forschner Victorinox tool is the best of its type among all I have owned or used, but it is not perfect. It is a bit sad that the hometown Leatherman company that apparently invented the class doesn't make the best tool. It must be cheap Swiss labor that gives Forschner an unfair advantage.

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When I decided to buy a multi-tool last fall I did a thourough research on the Internet, reading up on what others said, then I went to the store to touch and feel the tools to really sense the difference, and I must agree: This is the best. My first choice, if I hadn't done my homework, would have been Leatherman, mainly because of brand recognition. I never regretted that I bought the Swiss Tool instead. Why?
1. The best feature are the spring locks that lock each blade and tool securely. NO fumbling and accidental slips.
2. The knife blades are razor sharp, even after long use, so is the saw.
3.The size is comfortable, and you grip it very easily.

P.S. I suggest you to get hold of the version with scissors. They may look small, but they're not wobbly at all.

One of the two best multi-tools on the market today. (the other being the Leatherman SuperTool 200)

PROS:
1) Strong pliers with comfortable grip
2) All blades can open while pliers are closed and all blades lock
3) Useful Chisel blade
4) Anti-rust finish
5) Heavy Duty steel

CONS:
1) The file on the "X" model seems to be made of aluminum. After some use the "steel" plating chipped off. The Leatherman file is much tougher and can be used on wood or metal.
2) You might break your nails trying to open the blades.

*UPDATE*
>> I sold sold the "X" model and purchased the "RS" model thereby trading the cheap file for a curved serrated blade. I like this tool much better now.