You've seen it in the movies: The blindfolded military guy dutifully field-stripping his weapon, a scene that has become visual shorthand for This guy is a seriously committed soldier. But we wonder if he could also operate these complicated multitools without the benefit of sight.
Yep, both Leatherman and Gerber have come out with special multitools, dedicated Swiss Army knives--sorry, make that U.S. Army knives--that contain a scraper, curved pick, cleaning rod and the like, specifically designed to clean M16 and AR15 assault rifles. Leatherman's tool, the MUT pictured up top, is coming out in September; Gerber's tool, the eFECT, below, is on the market now. And while both objects are bristling with implements, one thing that's noticeably absent: A blindfold.
via toolguyd
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Don't go picking on the M-16, let's just say it's a much more precise and accurate tool than the AK and it should be treated accordingly.