Is the Gerber Dime good for everyday carry?

Yes, if you want light tools on a keyring. It covers scissors, a small blade, drivers and pliers, but the pliers and drivers are small for heavier work.

Does the bottle opener work when the tool is closed?

Yes. The bottle opener is exposed on the outside, so you can open a bottle without unfolding the tool.

What is the package opener for?

It is a separate blade shaped to cut and score plastic clamshell packaging without slicing what is inside.

Does the blade lock open?

No. The fine-edge blade is a slip-joint style tool and does not lock.

How does it compare with a full-size multi-tool?

It is much smaller and lighter, so it carries on a keyring, but its pliers, blade and drivers are smaller and weaker than those on a full-size tool.

Where is the Gerber Dime Multi-Tool cheapest?

At Zoro, for $31.99, as of our latest check.

Is the Gerber Dime Multi-Tool at its lowest price?

The lowest price we've seen is $19.99 at ArmyNavyUSA on November 1, against $31.99 now.

What do buyers say about the Gerber Dime Multi-Tool?

Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 489 ratings.

Where can I buy the Gerber Dime Multi-Tool?

17 stores we checked sell it, including Zoro, Amazon, DICK'S Sporting Goods, Home Depot, Knife Country, USA.

Gerber Dime Multi-Tool

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Gerber Dime Multi-Tool

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$31.99at ZoroChecked Nov 1

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Price facts

Last seen at $31.99 at Zoro on Nov 1.

Our take on the Gerber Dime Multi-Tool

The Gerber Dime is a keychain multi-tool built around a small pair of needle-nose pliers with wire cutters. It packs spring-loaded scissors, a fine-edge blade, flathead and crosshead drivers, tweezers, a file and a bottle opener that stays usable while the tool is closed. A separate package opener is designed to score clamshell plastic without cutting what's inside. It suits people who want light everyday tools on a keyring rather than a full-size multi-tool, and it trades the heavier pliers and locking blades of larger tools for pocket weight.

Best forKeyring carry and everyday small fixesOpening packages and clamshell plasticLight screwdriving and wire trimmingGifts for campers and office workers

Pros

Pliers and wire cutters in a keychain frame
Spring-loaded scissors that are easy to use one-handed
Bottle opener exposed while closed
Dedicated package opener for clamshell plastic
Compact and light enough for a keyring

Cons

Small pliers limit grip on larger nuts and bolts
Blade is short and not locking
Tools can be stiff or hard to open at first
Small drivers struggle with tight screws

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Gerber Dime Multi-Tool price history

$34.99$19.99

Oct 31Nov 9

Lowest price we've seen: $19.99 on Nov 1 at ArmyNavyUSA; highest $34.99 on Nov 9. Tracked across 17 stores since Oct 31.

What reviewers say

4.3 / 5489 ratings

Owners rate the Dime well as a pocket-sized tool, praising the scissors, the package opener and the always-available bottle opener. Complaints center on the small size of the pliers and drivers and on tools that feel stiff out of the box.

What people mention

SizeMixedOwners like how small it carries but find the pliers and drivers too small for heavier jobs.
ScissorsPraisedThe spring-loaded scissors are called the standout tool, easy to use and sharp.
Package openerPraisedReviewers say the dedicated blade opens clamshell packaging without damaging the contents.
BuildPraisedThe stainless steel body feels solid and holds up to keyring wear.
StiffnessCriticisedSeveral owners say the tools are hard to open until broken in.
BladeMixedThe fine-edge blade is useful but short and does not lock open.

From Home Depot

10-in-1 mini multi-tool
Black needle nose pliers
Model 31-001134

About the Gerber Dime Multi-Tool

The Gerber Dime is a 10-in-1 mini multi-tool built in a keychain format. It has stainless steel pliers, wire cutters, a fine edge blade, spring-loaded scissors, a flathead screwdriver, a crosshead driver, tweezers and a file.

It also has a blade designed to safely cut and score plastic packaging. The bottle opener is exposed even when the tool is closed. The tool is compact and lightweight.

Type: Keychain multi-tool
Model: 31-001134
Tools: 10-in-1
Pliers: Black needle nose, stainless steel
Included tools: Pliers, wire cutters, fine edge blade, spring-loaded scissors, flathead screwdriver, crosshead driver, tweezers, file, plastic packaging blade, bottle opener

Specifications

Type: Keychain

Questions and answers

Is the Gerber Dime good for everyday carry?: Yes, if you want light tools on a keyring. It covers scissors, a small blade, drivers and pliers, but the pliers and drivers are small for heavier work.
Does the bottle opener work when the tool is closed?: Yes. The bottle opener is exposed on the outside, so you can open a bottle without unfolding the tool.
What is the package opener for?: It is a separate blade shaped to cut and score plastic clamshell packaging without slicing what is inside.
Does the blade lock open?: No. The fine-edge blade is a slip-joint style tool and does not lock.
How does it compare with a full-size multi-tool?: It is much smaller and lighter, so it carries on a keyring, but its pliers, blade and drivers are smaller and weaker than those on a full-size tool.
What tools does it include?: Needle-nose pliers, wire cutters, spring-loaded scissors, a fine-edge blade, flathead and crosshead drivers, tweezers, a file, a package opener and a bottle opener.
Where is the Gerber Dime Multi-Tool cheapest?: At Zoro, for $31.99, as of our latest check.
Is the Gerber Dime Multi-Tool at its lowest price?: The lowest price we've seen is $19.99 at ArmyNavyUSA on November 1, against $31.99 now.
What do buyers say about the Gerber Dime Multi-Tool?: Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 489 ratings.
Where can I buy the Gerber Dime Multi-Tool?: 17 stores we checked sell it, including Zoro, Amazon, DICK'S Sporting Goods, Home Depot, Knife Country, USA.