Maybe you think it's not all that normal for a person to carry around a pair of pliers in their pocket or on their keychain. But then, maybe you don't know about the Clutch. Which could well be the perfect little tool when you find yourself in something of a clutch. (You know it's gonna happen.)

It measures just 2.5" in length when closed. Yet when you access the outboard tools, you're rewarded with a tidy little collection of screwdrivers bottle opener, gritty file and an all-purpose knife blade. Clip it into your keychain. Slip it in your pocket. Keep it in the glovebox. Because you just never know when there'll be a big need for these little pliers.

There are scissors. And then there is the Shortcut; a stubbornly strong mini-scissors accompanied by an array of functional, practical, stainless steel tools. The Shortcut is a natural for your keychain or pocket or glovebox, because the closed length is a mere 2.5". Yet you can use it to take on all sorts of formidable tasks. You get screwdrivers. A bottle opener. A file. A knife blade. And quite a few additional tools that were built to get the job done. Whatever the job.

If we tell you that this engineering masterpiece was inspired by the bridges of Portland, Oregon—we've got more than our share, here—don't make the mistake of thinking that Gerber's gotten all misty-eyed and romantic. On the contrary, the Suspension has all the down-and-dirty performance characteristics a tough guy would expect.

One of our new line of compact butterfly tools, the Crux contains a full set of tool components and features stylized spring-action pliers and aluminum handles. Includes the Saf.T.Plus™ component locking system.

One of our new line of compact butterfly tools, the Method contains a full set of tool components and features stylized spring-action pliers and aluminum handles. Includes the Saf.T.Plus™ component locking system.

With its ergonomically contoured handles and spring-action needlenose pliers, the ever-versatile Resolve is the perfect all-around everyday use multi-tool. Includes Saf.T.Plus™ component locking system.

There is justice in the world of Gerber multi-tools. Because while the Compact Sport may be the smaller, less formidable version of our Multi-Plier® 600 series, this Multi-Plier® 400 series compensates by being our most popular tool. This is no small victory. After all, our ultra compact workhorse brings all the same functionality and rugged performance characteristics of its big brother. Thanks to its stainless steel hardware. And its Fiskars® scissors, which have the wherewithal to cut through seatbelts. And thanks, as well, to the patented design of its one-handed opening pliers.

Extensive consumer observation and research were the inspiration for the new Radius Multi-Plier® , a revolutionary tool taking ergonomics to a new level thanks to its oversized SoftGrip™ handles and larger tool components. This unique design allows the tools to deploy from its sides instead of the traditional butterfly style tool access, giving you easy access to tool components. Includes the Saf.T.Plus™ component locking system.

Okay, let's get one thing straight right away. Even though the name Recoil Auto-Plier suggests that this industry-impact tool is good for working on automobiles—which of course is true—it's actually ideal for infinite tasks. Because "auto " refers to our fully automatic plier opening system.

This is an unprecedented one-handed opening solution that works very much like a switchblade. Just push the button and the pliers snap out with a vengeance.

We can think of about 600 reasons why this much-applauded multi-tool belongs on your belt. But don't worry, we'll just stick to the most important ones here. Like profound versatility, for example. And failsafe performance. And a level of rock-solid design and construction that pleases the eye and satisfies the soul.

Think big. Think tough. Think capable. Think versatile. Think about combining all those stalwart qualities into a king-of-the-road multi-tool that also features the ease and convenience of wrist-flick deployment. That's the story behind the Diesel Multi-Plier.

The Pro-Scout is the most deluxe version of our Multi-Plier 600 line, with Fiskars® scissors and the patented universal saw coupler with the premium RemGrit™ blade. Like it's brethren in the Multi-Plier 600 family of products, the Pro-Scout is engineered from premium stainless steel. And it sports our popular one-hand opening pliers and the Saf.T.Plus locking system. With toolkit.

Hanging up side down and held in with a seatbelt, safety line or some other tough nylon strapping? No worries. Cutting through the webbing will be like using a hot knife on soft butter. Simple as that. And no need to worry about cuts or punctures were you don't want them. The design shields the cutting edge. Protecting delicate surfaces. Shielded blade. Cuts straps and seatbelts quickly. Molle-attachable sheath. Blade Material: High Carbon Stainless. Handle Material: Glass-filled nylon

One of the most impressive things about cutting-edge architecture is when a structure captures attention and earns praise as much for how it looks as for what it does. So it is with the Truss. A knife that brings to bear a design sensibility rarely seen in the world of clip folding knives. Sleek. Graceful. Dramatic. And yet, at the end of the day, it's also undeniably practical. The Truss is the model of strength. With a frame-lock handle that'll never fail. And with a level of precision engineering that inspires pure confidence.

If Gerber had settled for making just one version of the Paraframe knife, people might have been content. Because this reputable example of framelock design caught on admirably among knife lovers...making the Paraframe a mainstay of the industry. There is a simplicity to this knife that relates as much to function as it does to form. It's a breeze to open. The clip point blade configuration is ideal for cutting in close quarters. Openness rules the day where the handle is concerned—there's more air than metal—so it's quite lightweight and quite easy to keep clean. Clip a Paraframe into your pocket.

There's nothing quite like frothing rapids and the Herculean force of water crashing around boulders to thrill the souls of whitewater rafters. And there's no watersports knife quite like the Gerber River Shorty or its companion, the River Runner. We built these beauties especially for the unique requirements of rafting, paddling and diving. Medium-carbon stainless steel is the core material, polished to within an inch of its life to limit corrosion. The blade is 3 inches of river runnin' versatility, with the serrated sharp side aiming up rather than down.

Part of the legend of the Gerber name is our ever-expanding list of special use knives. The E-Z Out Rescue is a prime example. Designed for scenarios when you need to cut without risk of poking or puncturing adjacent surfaces—such as someone's flesh—this knife can be seen clipped on the pockets of search & rescue types. The blunt tip will do no harm. Yet the wickedly serrated blade is gonna cut through stuff like crazy. It's fast, efficient, effective, and measures 3.51" from hilt to tip. The bright yellow handle is made of super-strong thermoplastic that's reinforced with fiberglass. And those black rubber inserts you see? That's a material called Kraton®, which we engineered in for extra gripping performance.

The Firecracker is a sturdy, rugged flashlight with an anodized aluminum body and a standard five hours of run time powered by a single AA battery. Boasts a longer distance beam and increased spot brightness than other lights in its class.

This stylish, rugged metallic flashlight features adjustable beam functionality, an anodized aluminum housing, and boasts a 40% longer burn time and a 15% longer effective range than it's closest competitors. The adjustable beam offers full illumination at its center (no black hole). The rear tail cap has a lanyard hole and houses the on/off button. Powered by two AA batteries.

If you think the concept of multi-tasking is overrated, don't tell it to the guys who developed the patent-pending Recon. Because this long-awaited L.E.D format lets you choose from four different colors of light, depending on your needs of the moment. The official name for this proprietary technology is D.I.A.L.™, which stands for Diode Illumination Adjustable Lens. Basically, this new design lets you dial in the color that'll serve you best: White for general situations, red for preserving night vision, blue for identifying fluids, and green for map reading.

It's all powered by one AA battery—you can anticipate long battery life—which come with the Recon. It weighs just 2.6 ounces. Yet it delivers a military ton of task-specific light, right when you need it.

Backpackers have been all abuzz about the Hornet for some time now. And for very good reason. After all, this fixture is the transformer of packable lights. It can be configured into three different shapes, and has the versatility of five unique lighting modes. Set it on its tripod legs and aim it upward as a camp lantern. Hang it upside down as a tent light. Hold it in your hand as a traditional flashlight. Or, in the event of a rescue situation, aim upward in the intermittent red light mode...it's an emergency beacon. When used steadily, the three AAA batteries (included) will provide a good 40 hours of burn time. But however you choose to use the Hornet, you know you've got yourself one hard-working light.

If it's 150 feet away, and if you train this intense L.E.D. light on it, your eyes will be rewarded. Because the LX3.0 produces monstrous illumination using 3 full watts of power. Sheltered by anodized aircraft aluminum and constructed with a level of engineering that's in keeping with Gerber standards, this impressive light definitely inspires pride of ownership. Add to that, the LX3.0 features the enhanced fail-safe properties that can only result from a heat sink, which absorbs and dissipates heat without diminishing power. The 3-Watt L.E.D. will never fatigue or fail. And it will burn up to 50 hours per each set of three AA batteries. (The first set of three batteries is on Gerber.) For those of you keeping score, the LX3.0 is a "Class 2" L.E.D.

This intrepid tactical light source is discreet and stealthy until you need it, thanks to the matte black finish on its anti-roll aircraft aluminum housing. And then, when it's time to light things up, you enjoy the full force of a 3-Watt L.E.D. that uses 51 lumens of light to punch a 150-foot hole in the darkness. Complete with a black sheath and three AA batteries, the TX3.0 projects a professional attitude as well as a commanding beam of light. Use either of the two modes: locked on for constant illumination, or intermittent for signaling. And in situations when accidental light would give away your position, you can lock the TX3.0 in the off position.