Multi tool for dive knife?

[LeadTurn_SD]

I think the main issue with most types of folding knife is that you typically need two hands to get it open. Not a problem on land, but a potential problem underwater if you only have one hand available (the other hand is occupied, entangled, etc.).

Any primary cutting tool should be able to be reached with either hand, and "deployed" with just one hand. Ideally the same goes for a backup cutting tool, but I used a folding knife for a backup in the past (but it could be opened with one hand). I've since switched to a fixed-blade for my backup knife as well.

Best wishes.

 

[ptyx]

Xscuba makes a knife/shear combo.

The problem is that the thing is huge.

 

[vladimir]

I agree with devondiver, rsldonk,, and leadturn--the multi-tool will rust, the best place for it is in the dive bag, and it requires two hands to use. On the other hand, shears and a knife just won't cut it if you need to file your nails or open a bottle of wine during a dive.

 

[LeadTurn_SD]

... On the other hand, shears and a knife just won't cut it if you need to file your nails or open a bottle of wine during a dive.

 

[rsldonk]

Xscuba makes a knife/shear combo.

The problem is that the thing is huge.

Friend of mine has one, didn't like it much. It's so big he has to strap it to his leg, which kept getting tangled in kelp, whcih really defeated the purpose of having a knife because it's not supposed to be the cause of more tangles. I like my Halcyon, and on my waist strap.

 

[Steve50]

or open a bottle of wine during a dive.

the letting it breathe part will be problematic tho...

 

[rsldonk]

the letting it breathe part will be problematic tho...

Isn't that what the purge button on your regulator is for?