CENTER-DRIVE

TL;DR Gerber replaced my entire tool when I broke the Screwdriver Arm after 6+ years...I bought this tool when a coworker showed me theirs about 6 years ago, where it quickly replaced whatever Leatherman I had at the time. As a Theater Electrician, there's often times where I need quick access to a knife or pliers (wire strippers too) and even a Screwdriver, so having those 3-4 tools immediately accessible was perfect. The fact that all of those are also one handed access, comes in handy on ladders or lifts, and the standard bits are just a bonus!I've used the Center Drive for every load-in or load-out ever since, and can't even count the number of times it's saved me running for another hand tool, or even occasionally a power tool for smaller fixes. The screwdriver being centered, and easy to use, alone has caused me to grab this over regular tools, even if the grip isn't always as "ergonomic", I just know if I need a second tool, I won't need to go back or fumble for anything.I think my only minor gripe is with the belt holder, there's no pen slot for a sharpie or anything, but I had my old holder, and there's new 3rd party versions at a reasonable cost (just make sure you get the larger variety, Center Drive is slightly bulkier than your average multitool). Still worth every penny I paid for it.And to top it all off, after all these years, I managed to "misuse" slightly the screwdriver and in trying to pry a little, snapped the bolt that holds the driver arm on the tool. I took a picture, sent it to Gerber (as a Limited Lifetime Warranty claim) and hoped. If there was a way to remove the bolt, they probably could have just sent that one piece, so I wasn't sure what would happen... Got an email shortly after that my "Tool or Parts" had shipped... Well to my surprise, what arrived today was not only a brand new Center Drive, but the WHOLE PACKAGE (based on my reciept) with an extra holder (see above) AND a full replacement Bit Kit, which I still had! So now there's a backup!5* for the tool, 4* for the belt holster but 10* for the customer service and warranty! Take that as you will!

Gerber is love, Gerber is life! Honestly this company has never let me down. Had an EOD version that lasted a decade and 2 combat deployments despite the pounding it endured. Unfortunately I made the mistake of lending it to a friend who "Lost it" and to say that I was livid would be an understatement as it was an absolute godsend. Hopefully this company comes out with a "Nautaloid" version that's useful for open water/deep sea diving as in my retirement I find myself needing something more than a basic knife when cleaning up a reef or cutting fishing or dredge line off poor critters who've become wrapped up.

This is by far the best multi tool I’ve ever used! I work on industrial/heavy equipment for a major Airline. I carry this multi tool on me at all times at work. The pliers have extremely good grip and easy to use. The “center drive” bit driver is what makes this tool superior to all other multi tools, it uses your standard bits. The ergonomics of using the bit driver is flawless. The bits included with the tool are awesome, they don’t strip and do not slip when trying to loosen/tighten a fastener. The full size knife blade is also perfect and very durable. I recommend this Berber center drive over every single other multi tool on the market including Leatherman.

Best multi-tool ever!! Comes with full-size drill bits that are just like what you would and can use in a full size drill or screw gun.Comes with multiple sizes of flat and Phillips including the normal average #2 as well as bigger and smaller, multiple torx bits, hex bits, and even the illusive square bits, all in a tidy strip that fits in a divided section of the case with the multi-tool itself.Yes it turns screws way better than previous models or other brands like a Leatherman that are kinda wobbly as you turn.Another great feature is that you don't have to open the multi tool to use the cutting blade or the screwdriver.They are both on the outside instead of inside the handles like the other tools.So unlike a leatherman, where you have to use 2 hands to spread out the handles and then dig inside to get to the blade, with this one, you just flip it out one handed like a pocket knife. So awesome!!Love this thing.Takes some practice, but you can pull it out and just kinda flip out the needlenose pliers like your cracking a whip.Again, way better than the 2 hands it requires to open a leatherman.Belt case can actually be mounted vertically or horizontally too.Awesome deal! Quite a bit cheaper than buying directly from Gerber.I almost bought a previous version of this that wasn't center drive and bought an adaptor with bits sold separately that goes on an inferior sized driver and used proprietary bits only.Instead, for a similar price, I indulged in this and it's so awesome and you won't be disappointed.You can replace the bits with same or other types of bits, you could have all Phillips if you wanted or add in a more diverse variety of torx or whatever you want!There's even a small holder of a "spare" bit inside the handle of the multi-tool so if you didn't have the case or bit holder with you, you could still have another option with you ready to go.I keep a #2 Phillips in the driver and a #2 flat head in the backup.If you're looking for a small multi-tool to fit in your pocket, maybe a small leatherman would be better for you as this is kinda heavy and should definitely be worn on the belt in its case.That's the only drawback really is it being so heavy and a little bulky for everyday leisure carry in shorts and flip-flops so consequently, I don't carry it on me everyday, but rather keep it in my console in my truck so I have it if I need it.When working on construction projects or backstage on props and stuff at a theatre, however, it's a must-carry.If you're considering this at all, go for it!!