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Review by Troy

Good Features
 Plenty big, the autolocking biner is easy to open one handed once you get used to it, and the other version with the yellow gate is great at not freezing up when ice climbing.

Bad Features
 I've got mixed feelings about my autolock Am D. One time when switching from ascending to descending gear, on rope, I accidentally cross loaded the gate with my descender (a rack), and I broke the plastic gate... which caused me to fall. I normally took it while doing ropework because I can open and close it so easily. Now I don't use it anytime a rap is possible.

Since my accident they've changed from a plastic to a metal gate, which makes me feel better. I still wouldn't recomend cross loading it, but its prolly stronger. I still have several of the older biners that I still use, so I still trust them... I just can't help but think if that had been a normal biner I wouldn't have fallen.

In conclusion, this is a great biner, but don't be stupid like me and crossload it.
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From EMS:
The Petzl® Am'D Screw-lock Carabiner is a manual locking, multi-purpose carabiner for connecting devices to harness or to use at the end of a lanyard. Ideal in dirty environments where an automatic locking mechanism could malfunction.
  • Asymmetric shape for an exceptional strength to weight ratio
  • Keylock System for (snag-free body / gate interface)
  • When loaded, the carabiner is oriented in the optimal working axis
  • Manual locking system
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TypeLockingLockingLockingLockingLocking
Weight (g)7688806365
WiregateNoNoNoNoNo
ShapeDDDDD
Gate Opening (mm)21242021N/A
Closed Gate (KN)2825232430
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Average Review: 4.45

Cred: 4034
Review by Troy

Good Features
 Plenty big, the autolocking biner is easy to open one handed once you get used to it, and the other version with the yellow gate is great at not freezing up when ice climbing.

Bad Features
 I've got mixed feelings about my autolock Am D. One time when switching from ascending to descending gear, on rope, I accidentally cross loaded the gate with my descender (a rack), and I broke the plastic gate... which caused me to fall. I normally took it while doing ropework because I can open and close it so easily. Now I don't use it anytime a rap is possible.

Since my accident they've changed from a plastic to a metal gate, which makes me feel better. I still wouldn't recomend cross loading it, but its prolly stronger. I still have several of the older biners that I still use, so I still trust them... I just can't help but think if that had been a normal biner I wouldn't have fallen.

In conclusion, this is a great biner, but don't be stupid like me and crossload it.
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Cred: 4933
Review by marks

Good Features
 The screwgate is excellent. Very smooth and easy to use locker.

Bad Features
 The autolocking with the green ball is just annoying. Sure you can't unlock it by mistake but unlocking it period is a pain (especially if you only have one hand available).
Comment by Troy
Mark, you're nuts... I can get my autolock Am D open with one hand easy.
Comment by marks
Well not everyones a Mutant.
Comment by Troy
The secret is to put the spine towards the palm of your hand (like how you hold a non locking biner before you clip a bolt) and reach across the biner and open the gate that way with your thumb and whatever that third finger is that isn't a ring finger.
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Cred: 190
Review by tande140

Good Features
 With the Ball Lock, there are NOT any good features

Bad Features
 This is the most worthless carabiner I have ever been cursed with. A friend gave me a bunch, and I leave them on rappels. The Ball Lock gets dirty and doesnt work. DO NOT BUY THE BALL LOCK!

Recommended Alternatives
 any other carabiner on the market
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Cred: 70
Review by Dusty

Good Features
 Strong, lightweight

Bad Features
 Gate doesn't open very wide due to wide gate
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Cred: 54
Review by fb_5805252

Good Features
 Autolocking!

Bad Features
 Just make sure you double check the gate.
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Cred: 147
Review by fb_829070088

Good Features
 I have all three and I like them all alot
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Cred: 99
Review by fb_17114825

Good Features
 smooth screw gate, always done great
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Cred: 102
Review by Delta V

Good Features
 Good all around biner
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Cred: 21
Review by fb_697101747

Good Features
 Key lock

Bad Features
 Expensive
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Cred: 36
Review by fb_737207491

Good Features
 Good Handling

Bad Features
 One handed use needs some practice
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Cred: 46
Review by fb_866120310

Good Features
 Great!
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NameAm D
BrandPetzl
Lowest Price11.49
TypeLocking
Weight (g)76
WiregateNo
ShapeD
Gate Opening (mm)21
Closed Gate (KN)28
Open Gate (KN)8
Minor Axis (KN)7
Height (mm)N/A
Width (mm)N/A

From EMS:
The Petzl® Am'D Screw-lock Carabiner is a manual locking, multi-purpose carabiner for connecting devices to harness or to use at the end of a lanyard. Ideal in dirty environments where an automatic locking mechanism could malfunction.
  • Asymmetric shape for an exceptional strength to weight ratio
  • Keylock System for (snag-free body / gate interface)
  • When loaded, the carabiner is oriented in the optimal working axis
  • Manual locking system
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From US Outdoor Store:
  • Strengths: Open: 8kN Closed: 28kN
  • Weight: 76g
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From Backcountry:
Add security to your climbing anchors with the Petzl Am'D Traict Locking Carabiner. Take your pick of Petzl's Screw-Lock, Ball-Lock, or Triact-Lock gate to perfectly match your preference. The Am'D Carabiner also has a snag-free keylock gate to assure it never snags on gear when you're building a solid anchor at the top of the pitch you just climbed.
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From Als Sports:
Petzl AM'D Screw Lock CarabinerPear-shaped carabiner with large opening. Multi-purpose carabiner for connecting devices to harness or to use at the end of a lanyard.Features:
  • Asymmetric shape for an exceptional strength to weight ratio.
  • When loaded, the carabiner is oriented in the optimal working axis.
  • Keylock System for (snag-free body / gate interface).
  • Available with manual locking system (SCREW-LOCK) or automatic locking system (BALL-LOCK, TRIACT-LOCK).
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