Gerber · Updated August 2026
Gerber Dime: price, specs & release date
Gerber Dime, released 2012-01-01. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: gerbergear.com verified verify in ledger
The Gerber Dime is listed at $24.99 on gerbergear.com as of 2026-08-11, the cheapest edc multitools (median $105); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Platinum Deskmark — 79/100 pay-blind standing, #1 of 14 in class.
Verified Aug 11, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Is the Gerber Dime a good buy?
At $25, the Gerber Dime is the cheapest of the 14 edc multitools we track, where the median is $105. On the spec sheet, its overall closed length of 2.75 in is the lowest of the 14, its weight of 2.2 oz is the lowest of the 14, and its num tools functions of 12 is below the median of the 14.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $24.99 Gerbergear.com MSRP $24.99 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Gerber |
| Released | 2012-01-01 |
| Num tools functions | 12 |
| Blade steel type | 420HC |
| Blade locking | No |
| Pliers type | needle-nose (miniature) |
| One hand opening | Yes |
| Overall closed length (in) | 2.75 |
| Weight (oz) | 2.2 |
| Pocket clip sheath | keyring/carabiner loop (no sheath) |
Source: gerbergear.com (verified 2026-08-11). Gerber's Dime page confirms the keychain-sized 12-tool design, spring-loaded one-hand-opening needle-nose pliers, 420HC blade (non-locking, per Gerber's keychain-tool spec convention), 2.75 in. closed length, and 2.2 oz weight; it ships with an integrated keyring rather than a sheath.
Is the Gerber Dime worth it vs cheaper edc multitools?
Gerber Dime against its closest cheaper and pricier edc multitools on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 14 ranked
| Product | Price | Num tools functions | Blade steel type | Blade locking | Pliers type | One hand opening |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gerber Dime this | $24.99 | 12 | 420HC | No | needle-nose (miniature) | Yes |
| Victorinox Huntsman | $52 | 15 | stainless steel | No | — | No |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Gerber Dime cost?
The Gerber Dime has a US price of $24.99 (Gerbergear.com MSRP $24.99), as of 2026-08-11.
How does the Gerber Dime compare on price?
At $25, the Gerber Dime is the cheapest of the 14 edc multitools we track, where the median is $105.
When was the Gerber Dime released?
The Gerber Dime was released 2012-01-01.
What are the Gerber Dime's key specs?
Gerber Dime (Gerber): num tools functions 12, blade steel type 420HC, blade locking No, pliers type needle-nose (miniature), one hand opening Yes. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-08-11.
Price of record: $24.99 at gerbergear.com, 2026-08-11. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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