Strata Multi-Tool

January 6, 2010, 10:48 am

It’s not the lightest multi-tool in Gerber’s line. But the Strata, at a solid 7.4oz, is a multi-tool that has almost everything an outdoorsperson might need — saw, scissors, file, knife and even a “retail package opener” in the mix.

The $100 Gerber Strata

It has a half-serrated, half-straight blade. The needle-nose pliers is equipped with a wire cutter, as is now standard in the industry. That retail package opener? It’s essentially a knife made to help open pesky retail packages that encase everything from headlamps to toy cars in almost-impenetrable plastic.

The Strata tool incorporates Gerber’s “Saf.T.Plus” locking system, which keeps all the tools secure whether in use or stowed. It will be available in February for $100. http://www.gerbergear.com

—Ryan Dionne

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Posted by Wilson - 01/06/2010 03:35 PM

OK, sure.. but which of those blades is the “retail package opener”? The short blade on the same side as the scissors?

Posted by Josh Turner - 01/09/2010 12:10 PM

I’m curious which blade is the “retail package opener” as well. Personally, scissors work fine for me. But I’m interested in this nonetheless :)

$100 for a multi-tool is a lot of money. I have a Gerber Vise, which is a really small multi-tool. Not a good value at about $15.

Posted by Ryan Dionne - 01/09/2010 04:43 PM

Hey guys, the retail package opener is the third tool from the left on the left handle (in the picture above). It also doubles as a small-bit screwdriver.

Posted by Bill Wayne - 03/17/2010 10:51 PM

If you want quality then Gerber is it. If you want a deal check out the Army Navy surplus stores. A High price doesn’t always mean high quality, but with Gerber it does.