It all begins with high quality stainless steel. Then we incorporated Gerber's patented one-handed opening pliers. Of the 6 models available, three feature the standard needle nose plier and the other three have our blunt-nose configuration. You'd be hard pressed to find a more rugged or more fearless multi-tool out there. But go ahead and look around a bit. See what you think. Then come back to Gerber and pick the Multi-Plier 600 that truly suits your needs. We're building plenty.