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.

This is a classic workhorse with spring-loaded pliers, our patented Saf.T.Plus™ component locking system, a ballistic nylon sheath, and the very same structural integrity that goes into every Gerber tool.

Oh sure, it's a sleek looking son-of-gun. And the open-frame configuration is something of a break-though where the industry is concerned. But just because it's got nice lines, there's no reason you can't use it in some pretty ugly situations. In fact, we dare ya.

• Spring-loaded pliers
• Patented Saf.T.Plus
• Open frame design
• Needlnose pliers
• wire cutter
• fine edge knife
• serrated edge knife
• saw
• scissors
• crosspoint screwdriver
• small and medium flatblade screwdrivers
• can opener
• bottle opener
• lanyard hole