Christmas is fast approaching. Still haven’t figured out what to get for your friends and loved ones? How about a multi-tool? It’s useful, portable, and doesn’t require that much wrapping paper. Most importantly, it’s a thoughtful Christmas present. We’ve compiled a number of multi-tool gift ideas that you definitely should put on your Christmas list. Multi-tools and other survival tools will tell a lot on how much you care for the people getting such presents.
Victorinox Swiss Army SwissChamp Pocket Knife Multi-Tool
When it comes to multi-tools, the Swiss Army knife is tops on the list. Victorinox has been making their iconic multi-purpose pocket knives since 1891. The Swiss Army Knife became even more popular in the late 1980s with a certain Angus MacGyver utilizing the tool to escape death and danger.
The SwissChamp has an impressive collection of functions. Among its 33 total tools are a couple of blades, wood saw, scissors, pliers, screwdrivers, can opener, bottle opener, metal file, ruler, awl, tweezers, and a corkscrew.
Other features include a nail file, nail cleaner, fish scaler, hook disgorger, wire stripper, wire cutter, wire crimping tool, chisel, multi-purpose hook, pressurized ball point pen, magnifying glass, stainless steel pin, toothpick, and a key ring.
These tools are good enough reasons to include the SwissChamp in your list of multi-tool gift ideas. Another reason is its quality. The multi-function pocket knife is made of Swiss-made stainless steel with the iconic polished red ABS scales. Victorinox is also offering a lifetime guarantee for each purchase.
Gerber Suspension-NXT Multi-Tool with Pocket Clip
If you’re looking for multi-tool gifts ideas that are best suited for an everyday carry (EDC) kit, the Gerber Suspension-NXT is a logical choice. This multi-function survival tool comes with a slim design and sturdy pocket clip for portability. That simply means you can take it with you anywhere making it a great Christmas present for family members old enough to have one.
The Suspension-NXT boasts of 15 functions. They are needle-nose pliers, serrated blade, standard pliers, wire cutter, wire stripper, scissors, flathead driver, ruler, file, awl, bottle opener, can opener, cross driver, and small, medium and large flathead drivers.
This Gerber multi-tool uses the butterfly open design. The pliers are spring-loaded to reduce fatigue. The tools also have locking feature to keep you safe while handling the Suspension-NXT. There’s also a lanyard hole you can use to secure the tool.
Gerber Gear Truss Multi-Tool
The Gerber Truss took some of the best features of the Suspension-NXT and added more. The Truss included all the outboard and locking tools along with the spring-loaded needle nose pliers. It also utilizes the butterfly opening style. Gerber then added the awl, file, ruler, wire stripper, and medium flathead driver.
All-in-all, the Gerber Truss combines 17 tools in one. The other features include a full serrated blade, full fine edge blade, saw, scissors, spring-loaded pliers, real cross driver, can opener, bottle opener, wire cutter, and more flathead drivers. Then there are the tool lock, lanyard hole, and a low-profile MOLLE-compatible lanyard sheath.
The Gerber Truss looks hefty but weighs only 8.4 ounces. It’s lighter than the Gerber Suspension but has more functions. That makes it another candidate for your EDC kit and a great multi-tool Christmas gift idea.
Meterk 24-in-1 Multi-Tool
The most obvious benefit of multi-tools is that you can do so many tasks with just one tool. You don’t need and shouldn’t carry an actual hammer, handsaw, screwdrivers, and other hand tools wherever you go, right. Well, unless you need them for work. Otherwise, a multi-tool will help you simple repairs and tasks.
The Meterk multi-tool comes with needle-nose pliers, combination pliers, knife, serrated blade, unboxing arc knife, wood saw, wire cutter, wire clamp, can opener, bottle opener, awl loop, leather punch, ruler, file, large slotted screwdriver, and numerous other screwdrivers.
The Meterk 24-in-1 multi-tool also has titanium plating on the handle, a built-in spring, and safety lock to keep you from harming yourself. There’s also a nylon bag with separate storage space for the extra screwdrivers. With that many functions, this should definitely be on your multi-tool gift guide.
Pohaku 13-in-1 Portable Multi-Tool
Crocodile Dundee once ridiculed a crook for having a small knife. The switchblade was definitely no match to his 14-inch Bowie Knife. It’s certainly nice to have one just to see the scared faces of these thugs trying to jump you.
However, it’s not legal to carry such a huge knife in the country. Your next best option is a multi-tool with a large knife. That’s exactly what the Pohaku 13-in-1 Multi-tool is offering. It boasts of a 3-inch blade that easily slides out with just a simple push.
Of course, it’s not just about the knife. The Pohaku multi-tool also comes with needle nose pliers, standard pliers, serrated knife, saw, screwdrivers, files, wire cutters, rope cutter, and a can opener. All the tools employ a locking system that keeps you from accidentally hurting yourself.
Leatherman Signal Camping Multi-Tool
Leatherman is one of the leading names when it comes to multi-tools and knives. Interestingly, the Leatherman was born from the need for pliers to fix hotel plumbing and car troubles. Tim Leatherman and his wife were on a trip in Europe in the 1975 when the former realized his scout knife was not enough. It took eight years before the first ever Leatherman multi-tool was made available to the public.
The Leatherman Signal is one of the most popular multi-tools to ever come out of their production line. That’s thanks mainly to its functionality. Among the 19 tools at your disposal are the needle nose pliers, regular pliers, saw blade, hammer, replaceable wire cutters, wire stripper, awl with thread loop, can opener, bottle opener, box wrenches, hex bit driver, bit driver, safety whistle, knife sharpener, and carabiner.
The 420HC combo blade, made of premium stainless steel, is secured by s single-lock design. This allows you to flip the blade out using just one hand. The multi-tool also has a ferro rod you can use to start a fire. This is particularly useful when you’re stranded somewhere and need fire to stay warm.
With these many tools, you’ll be surprised at how compact and lightweight it is. The Signal is only 11.43 cm long with the blade concealed. It also weighs just 7.5 ounces. Keep it in your pocket, EDC kit, bug out bag, or backpacking gear. The Leatherneck Signal is definitely something you shouldn’t leave home without.
RoverTac 14-in-1 Multi-Tool
A multi-tool is something you never leave behind when you go camping, hiking or backpacking. You’ll need for a number of tasks to enjoy the outdoors while making sure you get back home in one piece. The 14-in-1 tool has a saw and axe to cut wood for firewood and shelter, hammer to stick your tent’s stakes to the ground, and a knife blade and fish descaler for preparing fish you catch on your fishing trip.
Other tools include pliers, hex wrenches, Phillips screwdriver, bottle opener, file, and a safety lock. Another impressive feature of the RoverTac multi-tool is its design. The stainless steel tools underwent black oxidation giving it a sophisticated look. They also did a red oxidation on the handle, giving the tool a nice accent.
Rose Kuli 7” Portable Multi-Tool
It pays to have a multi-tool to help you MacGyver your way out of trouble. Take the Rose Kuli multi-tool, for example. Its most distinguishing features are the hammer and axe on one end. Most multi-tools don’t have these two. In emergency situations, these two tools may come in really handy.
The hammer can be used to shatter glass while the axe can cut wood for you to make shelter and fire. The other functions are not bad, too. The Rose Kuli multi-tool also includes pliers, saw, wrench, Phillips screwdriver, slotted point screwdriver, chisel, wire cutter, file, and bottle opener.
The tools are made of sturdy 2CR13 stainless steel coated with non-stick finish. The handle is accentuated with a smooth wooden piece giving it a rustic yet luxurious look. It also gives you a better grip to keep you from hurting your hands, especially when you use the hatchet. The spring loaded safety lock also provides protection.
Frog & CO 11-in-1 Survival Wallet Tool
The Frog & CO 11-in-1 Survival Wallet Tool is one of the most inconspicuous survival tools around. For one thing, it’s so small and thin that you can keep it in your wallet. At 1.2 ounces, it’s also pretty lightweight.
This credit card-sized tool functions as a knife, saw, can opener, bottle cap opener, 2-position wrench, 4-position wrench, wingnut wrench, flathead screwdriver, ruler, and direction ancillary indicator. It comes with a leather sleeve and diagram instructions. That many tools that fits in the palm of your hand? The Frog & CO Survival Wallet Tool certainly deserves a spot in your everyday carry kit and bug out bag. That makes it one of the top multi-tool gifts you can give out as stocking stuffers.
Desuccus 18-in-1 Snowflake Multi-Tool
Nowadays, you won’t like it when someone calls you a snowflake. The word has become synonymous to a person that is easily offended. But when you talk about the Desuccus 18-in-1 Snowflake Multi-Tool, there’s nothing really bad to say about it.
The snowflake-shaped stainless steel tool includes a box cutter, rope cutter, twine knife, bottle opener, key hole, key chain, and different-sized Phillips screwdrivers, hex screwdrivers, and hex wrenches.
The Desuccus Snowflake Multi-Tool measures 2 inches and weighs a mere 2.3 ounces. With the key ring, it’s easy to carry. Simply clip it to your bag like it is some badass-looking decoration. Its design alone makes the Snowflake a nice Christmas present for your loved ones.
Bonus Christmas Gift Ideas: Multi-Tool Accessories
Clip & Carry EDC Belt
Batman had the right idea. He packed everything he may need to fight crime in his utility belt. The Caped Crusader can fit his Batarang, Batgrapple, smoke and gas pellets, tracers, line launcher, tranquiliser gun, Taser, and a lock pick among other awesome tools in his yellow belt.
While there’s no way you can carry all these on your regular belt, the Clip & Carry EDC Belt makes you look like some sort of superhero. The EDC Belt features a brushed zinc buckle patterned after the multi-tool. For an additional fee, you can personalize your multi-tool buckle by having it engraved with up to 6 characters.
The belt strap is made of military grade nylon webbing material that can fit a 49-inch waist. The customizable belt can be shortened by simply cutting off the excess material and burning the end to lock the fibers.
To be clear the EDC Belt is not a multi-tool itself. It is, however, perfect for carrying your multi-tool as seen in the video above. If you’re thinking of a Christmas gift for someone who already has a multi-tool, the EDC belt would make a great argument.
Clip & Carry SwissQlip
The SwissQlip is another popular yet simple Clip & Carry accessory. It is meant to help secure your Swiss Army Knife, hence the name. The SwissQlip is designed for a deep carry so your multi-tool stays in your pocket. Its low-profile design also keeps it from getting too much attention.
The SwissQlip is compatible with a number of Swiss Army Knife models, particularly the 91mm ones. These models are the Angler, Camper, Climber, Cybertool, Explorer, Fieldmaster, Fisherman, handyman, Hiker, Huntsman, Mountaineer, Ranger, Spartan, Swiss Champ, and Tinker.
We included the SwissQlip to this list of multi-tool gift ideas since it’s a good accessory to have if you already own a Swiss Army Knife. Like the EDC Clip, you can have your SwissQlip engraved. Have it engraved with the name of the person you’re giving it to so they’ll feel extra special.
Christmas or not, it’s nice to give friends and love ones a gift just to show how much you appreciate having them in your life. These multi-tool gift ideas should help make sure they stay safe and alive.
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