The Diesel is Gerber's classic one-hand-opening full-size: 12 locking tools, 8.6 ounces, 4.9 inches closed, with the sliding plier head that deploys with a flick. It has been in production for years and most of them are still carried in the original nylon sheath.
A one-hand-opening tool in a pouch with a flap loses its best feature. A molded kydex sheath holds the closed Diesel by its frame with an audible click and lets you draw and flick the pliers open in one motion.
Quick specs
| Sheath | Material | Retention | Carry | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kydex Sheath for the Gerber Diesel | Kydex | Adjustable | Belt clip; Tek-Lok and MOLLE sold separately | $29.99 |
Fitment
Molded to the Diesel only. Every sheath here is formed on the actual tool, so if your model is a variant, check the dimensions or ask before ordering.
The sheath, reviewed
1. Kydex Sheath for the Gerber Diesel
Molded in kydex to the tool it is named for, handmade in the U.S.A. by military veterans, with adjustable retention and an audible click when the tool seats. Available in black, black carbon fiber, and coyote brown carbon fiber. Guaranteed for life.
How to carry it
On a belt
The sheath ships with the standard Clip & Carry belt clip, which is universal across all our multitool sheaths and carries the tool vertically on a normal belt.
On a duty or work belt
Swap the clip for the Tek-Lok belt clip, which fits belts up to 2.25 inches wide and attaches with the sheath's existing holes.
On a pack, vest or bag
The MOLLE clip replaces the belt clip using the same screws and mounts the sheath to MOLLE webbing on a bag or plate carrier.
Why kydex
Kydex is a thermoformed plastic that is molded directly on the tool, so the sheath holds it by shape rather than by squeezing it. It does not absorb water, oil, or sweat, does not stretch, does not fray at the belt loop, and lets the tool draw with one hand. A retention screw sets how firmly it holds. It is why every sheath here is guaranteed for life.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Diesel sheath fit the MP600?
No. The MP600 has its own sheath.
Does it fit the Dual-Force?
No.
Can I carry it on a duty belt?
Yes, with the Tek-Lok clip.
Does the one-hand deployment work from the sheath?
Yes.
The bottom line
If you carry the tool daily, the Kydex Sheath for the Gerber Diesel is the upgrade that keeps it on your belt, clicks it in, and outlasts the pouch it came with. Add the Tek-Lok for a duty belt or the MOLLE clip for a pack.
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