The Truss is Gerber's mid-price butterfly multitool: 17 locking tools, 8.5 ounces, 4.5 inches closed, all-steel construction and a needle-nose plier head. It is the value pick in Gerber's line and it ships with a basic nylon pouch.
A butterfly-frame tool has two handles that want to splay open in a soft pouch. A molded kydex sheath holds the Truss closed by its frame, clicks, and adjusts for retention, so the tool comes out closed and in the same orientation every time.
Quick specs
| Sheath | Material | Retention | Carry | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kydex Sheath for the Gerber Truss | Kydex | Adjustable | Belt clip; Tek-Lok and MOLLE sold separately | $29.99 |
Fitment
Molded to the Truss 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 Truss
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 a Suspension sheath fit the Truss?
No. Different bodies.
Does it fit the Gerber Center-Drive?
No. The Center-Drive has its own sheath.
Can I carry it on a 2-inch belt?
Yes, with the Tek-Lok clip.
Is kydex better than the stock pouch?
Yes. It holds the tool closed, does not wear through, and is guaranteed for life.
The bottom line
If you carry the tool daily, the Kydex Sheath for the Gerber Truss 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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