The PowerLock was recently reviewed on the Gadget Show in the UK. It went up against almost 30 different multi-tools and came out the winner. Watch the video for complete test and review.
Do you have a PowerLock multi-tool? Have you wanted to know how to install scissors in the tool? We have just created a video on how to do just that. It is quite easy. Give the three and half minute video below a watch.
We just received this email exchange from the father of a US Marine stationed in Afghanistan. A big Thank you for his and everyone’s sacrifice made in the line of duty.
Subject: Fwd: SOG SOG Multitool survives IED attack
My son is a United States Marine serving our country in Afghanistan. His Armored Humvee was hit by an IED and the attack was detailed in a Fox News video entitled “Courage Under Fire” as one of their cameramen was involved in rescuing his wounded Sergeant. Attached is an email I received from him today relating the condition of the vehicle and its’ equipment after the fire. While his SOG Tiger Camo Flash II was destroyed, his SOG multi-tool was the only thing in the vehicle to survive. Thank you for making such quality products.
Dave
Fairfax, VA
Subj: SOG
Dude,
I forgot to tell you the story about the SOG. The SOG multi-tool that you got for me, was pretty much the only thing to survive the incident in my truck. Literally everything in the truck was burnt, and melted. Even things such as the heavy duty .50 cal tripod, rifles, etc., were completely unrecognizable. However the truck frame, the actual .50 itself, and the SOG multi-tool, were the only things that survived. The .50 cal is obviously destroyed, and will never fire again, but it kept it’s shape, which was a big surprise. But one of the mechanics later found my SOG on the floor of the truck. Still works and everything. I thought that was pretty amazing, considering. The SOG knife, that I had was also found, although it was welded to the floor. Goes to show you the quality of the product, thought you would get a kick out of it.
Jake with multi-tool.org posted some nice images on flickr comparing the SOG PowerLock wire cutter and the SwissTool. Here are his comments and some pictures.
The wire cutter on SOG’s new PowerLock is wider and has a much better edge than the wire cutter on most other multi-tools. I was able to cut lamp cord with it whereas most other multi-tools make a mess of finely stranded wire.
This photo shows the SwissTool Spirit jammed on lamp cord (right panel). I can actually suspend the SwissTool Spirit by the wire. It didn’t take a lot of force but I did have to pry the SwissTool Spirit jaws apart. It had just mashed the wires rather than cutting them (left panel). The clean ends were cut with the new SOG PowerLock.
Last week we went out and took some new action shots with some of our knives. We are going to be adding them to the product image galleries over the coming weeks. In case any one is interested here is a sampling of what we have done.
Enjoy and there will be more coming over the next couple weeks.
A quick story for you- I got into a hit & run with a taxi & BMW last week, and the driveshaft popped out of the truck I was in. I needed to get the U-joint straps off, but didn’t have one tool with me (except for the multitool). Those strap bolts are notorius for being hard little bastards to get out. With the compound leverage the SOG had, I was able to get every one of them undone. This is all while sitting sideways on La Cienaga while blocking two lanes of traffic while no cops came and no useful help arrived. I got the driveshaft out and was able to make it to my office in front wheel drive. They totally saved my butt, and I love ‘em!
-Jerrod Jones
Feature editor, Petersen’s 4 Wheel & Off-Road
I know everyone has been looking for info on the new products for 2007. I have posted a PDF of the the 2007 SOG New Products sheet. I also know that you are looking for more pictures of the products, so over the next week or two I will be posting info and pictures of all the new products here for everyone to see.
Today I am beginning with the new PowerAssist tool. The product description is below and for more picture follow the link below the text.
SOG makes the only multi-tools in the world with one-handed flip opening and gear driven patented Compound Leverage for double the plier power… the new PowerAssist takes these principles to a new level. This is the first multi-tool in the world that houses not just one but two assisted opening blades. Start to open the main blades, which are available when the tool is closed, and S.A.T. (SOG Assisted Technology) takes over to complete the opening. When not in use, blades lock closed using our patent pending side release. It’s never been easier! Flip open the tool and experience the precision of the heavy-duty plier capability and large wire cutters. Smooth handle surfaces promote comfort on even the toughest jobs. While open, five other components are now available and individually lock open with the new patent pending Piano-Locks. You’re going to love playing these keys! Also includes the new gear covers, hex bolt construction, V-Cutter, and built-in crimpers. We know you will also appreciate the overall look of this workhorse.
PowerAssist
Length: 8.5”
Blade: 3.75” x .125”
Steel: AUS 8 Stainless – Rc. 57-58
Finish: Satin or Black Oxide
Edge: Straight
Weight: 3.7 oz.
Handle: Stainless Steel
Comes with: Leather Pouch
Satin Polish S66 $115
Black Oxide B66 $122
Satin Polish EOD S67 $115
Black Oxide EOD B67 $122
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