Multitools Reviews

My parents bought this knife for me for my birthday and this is the coolest knife ever. This knife does everything, I think it is great. There are so many different tools I can do anything with this knife.

I am a 20 yr old female college student and this pocket knife is the only one i would ever want. Even though it has a lot of tools and i personally might not use all of them, it's great to know that i have them just in case, and a peace of mind is priceless. I don't mind the size at all because it'll fit into any of my bags, and i usually carry around a messenger bag or my backpack. The pen is awesome, but i'd just like to know if they sell refills!

All the tools are extremely reliable. I have cut wood with the wood saw and metal with the metal saw. The various screwdrivers have served me well without shearing. The scissors are just excellent. The tools are diverse enough that this knife often comes in handy.

This is my third champion now (1 loss/theft, 1 surrendered at Bangkok airport because I was so sick I forgot to put it in my checked luggage), and this latest model seems to have noteworthy improvements over its predecessors. There are useful and effective pliers, and the tiny screwdriver in the corkscrew that used to be available seperately now comes with the knife. Also, some bright spark has included a pen and a pin; genius. Another addition is a tent peg puller and a few refinements to the other tools.

The overall feel of the tool is outstanding quality, and you can see why Victorinox have been leading the pack in this field for such a long time. I could not give anything less than five stars.

I work setting up networks. This tool is perfect for that job. It's sturdy and reliable and the knifes are the best I seen in a multi-tool like this. Letterman also has a reputation that surpasses Swiss-Army. I used to own a Swiss and it broke on me. The sales-person presented me with this one as the best in the store. It has safety mechanisms, it is just excellent. Feels great in your hand, and it can help you do everything from cutting wires, to wood, meats, fish, etc. More than you ever need in a tool. Weighting at 9 pounds, I found myself using it as a hammer from time to time. Mine came with a small adapter and a standard set of five screw drivers varying from torx to different size Philips and flat. A kit that is upgradeable depending on the heads you need for the job.

All in all, probably more than you ever need, build to last forever, definitely the strongest and best I've ever seen.

The only thing stopping me from getting a Super Tool 200 is the fact that I have a Super Tool already. 7 years of abuse and it still hasn't failed me.

This, an AMP crimp tool, a fluke NetTool and a suitably sized LART are the only tools a network geek needs.

It is entirely possible to install a cisco 12000 series router using only "The Leatherman".

Word of advice: Do not lend anyone your leatherman, they might try and keep it.

The Leatherman Super-Tool 200 is for the most part the finest tool of it's' kind.
It has the largest knife blades, a very secure locking mechanism, the best saw, as well the widest variety of flat screwdriver sizes. It will do just about anything.
The only down side to this tool for me is the needle-nose pliers, not much good for a quick turn on a nut or bolt. But if you only want to carry one tool on your belt, this is the one to have!

After owning mine for a couple of months now, I have to say that I'm thoroughly pleased with this multi-tool. I had previously questioned how much use I'd actually get out of it (I've been living the first 22 years of my life without one), but I have to say that I find myself using it at least 2-3 times a week (I'm a programmer/developer, so it wouldn't seem like I'd have that much use for it).

The design is nice in that it's compact, very sturdy, and really not that heavy. The whole thing, when folded up, is barely (just barely) wider than my thumb.

It contains a total of 7 tools:
1. Blade. *Very* sharp. I often use it to cut open that annoying plastic packaging that's sealed around the edges that's popular now with electronics.

2. File. Haven't used it yet, but it's large and has two different textures. Too coarse for filing my nails ;)

3. Small Screw Driver. Perfect size for tightening screws on the frames of my glasses.

4. Letter Opener. Heh, I typically use the blade :)

5. "Single Axis"/Compact Philips Head Screw Driver. I questioned how well this design would work at first, but it saved me quite a bit of time once when I was installing a door knob and realized that I had forgotten to bring a Phillips head screw driver and my cordless drill's battery died.

6. Flat Head Screw Driver/Bottle Opener. Both very useful.

7. Pliers. I've had trouble getting myself to exert a lot of pressure on it in fear of snapping it, but it seems very sturdy. When you open the pliers, there's a nice satisfying mechanical "snap snap" :) Excellent for manipulating small objects. The "spring" mechanism has an excellent feel to it.

Overall, a great tool that you'll find yourself using more than you think you would. I think a tool of this size is better for the average Joe whereas a bigger, more comprehensive multi-tool would server powerusers better.

I gave a pair of these, with the pliers, to my husband for his birthday. He loves them! He uses them all the time and they are sturdy! The best part is Leatherman has a lifetime warranty if something happens to break.

I own the model with the pliers. This thing is a lifesaver! I work in a library - a pretty tame place, tool-wise - but no matter where you work, you seldom go very long without needing a tool of some kind. Ninety-nine percent of the time, you won't need anything that isn't on the Squirt.

All the tools on the Squirt are top quality. My favorites are the steel file and the excellent pliers. These are tools that, when you need them, you often REALLY need them, and it's great to have them in your pocket!

The Swiss Army Cybertool 41 is the ultimate in key-chain pocket tools that WILL get used daily. While heavier and slightly larger than the Cybertool 29 or a "regular" Victorinox knife, the addition of the pliers and scissors alone make the Cybertool 41 worth the extra bulge in purse or pocket. For folks thinking of buying this tool: this is basically a Handyman knife with the addition of a replaceable bit screwdriver, a set of 10 common bits (hex socket, Torx, Pozidrive, Phillips, flat), a pen, a pin and a mini (eye glasses) screwdriver. The additions to the Handyman make this tool the daily workhorse it is: there is very little you can't do with this tool in daily life.

If you need more than this knife offers, I'd say go to the toolbox and get the full-size single-purpose tool. A Leatherman might be bigger on pliers, but the Cybertool beats is in size and comfort of use.

A GREAT Christmas or birthday gift for best friends, girlfriends and wives!

I'm a geek, but you probably wouldn't pick me out in a lineup (not that I've been in a lineup, but...). Anyway, I must say that the Cybertool Pocket Knife really is as great as other people say. It's easy to use, and I find myself carrying it with me far more than any other tool I have, just because it is so verstile.

Okay, I'm not the geek, my husband is, but I bought this knife for him months ago and he's not been to work without it yet. He is a software developer and does a bit of work with hardware as well. He says it's a great tool for anyone doing detail work with computers, eyeglasses or musical instruments. It has come in handy with (his glasses, obviously) and my flute. We've also found uses for it with kid's toys (getting those damned battery compartments open), cell phones, aquariums, baby monitors, stereo equipment, and as a handy-dandy package and letter opener. You don't need to be a geek to apprecaite all that!

The Squirt is not perfect, but it's a heck of a lot closer to being perfect than anything else I've tried. Of course, this only reflects my personal preferences. <br /> <br /> Most people have handled a Leatherman Micra, so let's compare this to the Micra to get an idea of its size and shape. If you place the hinge end of both devices on a flat surface, the Squirt only reaches to the bottom of the Micra's opening end rivets. This makes it about 3/8" shorter than the Micra. The widths are so similar that they may as well be identical. The Squirt is a little thicker, though, and the difference is about 1/8". <br /> <br /> The finish on the Squirt, both the anodized aluminum and the stainless components, is much better than that on the Micra. The anodized aluminum is really eye-catching, though I'm certain it will get nicked and scratched over time. Anodized finishes, however, do not peel like paint or plating. The metal edges of the Squirt (other than the knife blade) are more rounded, as are the ends of the tool when closed. <br /> <br /> So how does it work? Very well. While it does not have all of the geegaws that some pocket multi-tools do, it has the ones I want. Plus, the quality of fit and finish for the tools is superior. None of the blades, including the pliers, wiggles a bit. Plus, all the blades fold out without having to open the pliers, a weakness with many small multi-tools. Let's look at the tools: <br /> <br /> The pliers are something I MUST have. Some people prefer scissors (or both) and fortunately there is a scissors version of this unit called the S4. The blades are not identical on the S4, but they are pretty similar. The P4's pliers are a marvel. They are much longer, and significantly narrower, than the pliers on a Victorinox Bear Jaws. This makes them ideal for manipulating wire, reaching jumpers on a motherboard, and yanking things out of narrow places. They can function as tweezers, negating the need for the Micra's fold-out tweezers. They are also strong enough to do real work, like cutting heavy wire and turning moderately-sized nuts and bolts. The extra length gives them superior leverage. These pliers are also infinitely superior to the flimsy fold-out pliers found on many other multi-tools, particularly the Swiss Army Knives. <br /> <br /> The knife blade is 1-5/8" when extended. The knife's shape is standard and there no serrations. Frankly, I hate serrations because I often use my pocket knife to open envelopes, something serrated blades do not do well. <br /> <br /> The screwdrivers, file and awl fold out from opposite ends. This means that you have only a single blade on either side and at both ends of the knife. The blades are on both sides of each "backbone" for the pliers, meaning you do not get the wiggle common to a tool that has multiple fold-out blades on each rivet or screw. This makes a BIG difference in the strength. <br /> <br /> The screwdrivers are very useful. There's a small straight screwdriver (just the right size for my glasses,) a medium straight screwdriver, and a flat phillips driver. They are all very solid and work well. The awl is about 7/8" long and very strong. Some people don't care for the awl, but I use mine all the time. The file is absolutely terrific. The fine side will do fingernails in a second, while the coarse side can easily handle wood, metals and plastic. It is not made of SS, but is constructed just like a normal file. I absolutely had to have a REAL file, not one of those SS "roughened" surfaces that are passed off in other tools. <br /> <br /> In summary, an absolutely beautiful work of multi-tool art. If you liked the Bear Jaws or the Micra, this is smaller, better feeling, and better constructed. Leatherman gets an A+ for this baby! <br />

I've always carried around a leatherman wave in my jeans and work pants pocket, and all was well until I took an office job. The wave was a little heavy for dress pants that I now have to wear,and having one on a belt sheath is not an option. I felt naked not having my multi-tool with me, so I started looking around and found the Squirt P4. I've had it one day now and am SO happy with my purchase. I can't believe the quality and great versatility of this little bugger. The folks at Leatherman did an awesome job designing a fantastic product that I'm sure will be with me for many years. Don't be afraid to try one, you won't be sorry. Cool color too!

If you do not own a leatherman tool ... well then you do not know what you are missing. This successor to the Swiss Army Knife has to be one of the most helpful items you can buy.

Note: It is now available in a multitude of colors ... I would recommend getting the brightest color that you can (based on where it will be used most) that way it will not blend into the background if dropped ... and will be much harder to misplace.

I received my first Leatherman PST in 1994. I have carried it almost everyday since. If I forget it at home, it is like leaving the house without your watch, you soon realize just how frequently you use it.

The only negative thing I can say about this tool, is that the blades and the screwdrivers don't lock in place. This is less critical with the blades because you push against the blade and it stays put. However, the screwdrivers do need to be locked down when you are cranking hard on a stuck screw. The tool will sometimes close up, pinching your fingers (this is the reason I give the PST 4 stars instead of 5). You can tighten the hinge to prevent this, but then the tool is harder to open and close, and hinders single handed operation.

****UPDATE 10/20/03 My PST is from 1994. I "believe" the newer PST has a different type of screwdriver, that is angled to reduce the possibility of it closing up on you (But I still like the Wave better)****

The best way to deal with this is to get the better Leatherman; the Wave. It has locking screwdrivers and is more comfortable in your hand when clamping down on the pliers. Not to mention it has more features.

If you are a "tinkerer" or "a fixer" type person, you need a Leatherman. Trust me, get the wave, you will own it forever and you won't regret it.

I am a professional and often wear business attire, the belt case hides nicely right next to my beeper. If I lost my Leatherman right now, I would stop on my way home and pick up another one.

Put your Swiss Army Knife dreams to rest and instead buy this handy little tool, that packs convienance and utility into a package that's a mere 4" by 2" and comes with a sleek carrying case.

I've had Victorinox tools before, and sure they look nice, but they can't hold a candle to the Leatherman in terms of sheer utility. The leatherman includes a knife, a file, scissors (effective, sharp scissors at that), several screwdrivers of varying sizesin both Phillips and Slothead, a bottle-opener, and of course the integral pliers and wire-cutter.

The tool is stong, the wire-cutters can cut through metal (I was bored and chewed through some pennies), and more importantly, very safe. When using the knife or screwdrivers, one does not have to worry about applying too much pressure and forcing the blade down on a finger, for closing the tool with the blade outside prevents injury. Highly reccomended.

If your wondering which brand to buy between Leatherman And SwissTool etc. well can I just suggest you watch any programs on Discovery Channel about explorers or adventure sports participants and see which one they chose. I have only seen leatherman.

I personally have owned the PST for about 4years and only recently had the misfortune of chipping the head on one of the screwdrivers from well a little misuse (opening a screw that was to big for the head) I sent it back to leatherman and they not only fixed the driver but sent me a whole new tool in replacement which means all the wear and tear such as a slightly blunt blade are now all gone.

I like the new 20th aniv. Wave so I just bought it along with the P4 which is a cool little keying, lets just hope they serve me as well as the PST has and will continue to do.

I have both Pulse and Wave. I bought the Wave after Pulse since the Pulse got me in love with Leatherman. In the end, I think the Wave is better by a margin, especially if you use the knives frequently. It is an enjoyment to use either one.

The Pulse is an awesome tool, for a man OR for a woman. I use mine almost daily -- whether I need a knife to cut something, or some scissors when I'm away from home, or a screwdriver, it's all right there. I can't speak for the advantages/disadvantages for getting a Pulse vs. another Leatherman product, but I can say that this tool has been incredibly helpful to me, and is easy to use. The only difficult part is that the locking/unlocking mechanism is a little difficult at times, but I'd much prefer that to it not working correctly.

And, uh, watch out -- the knife blade is very sharp!!!

This Leatherman tool proves that they listen to their customers. It has all locking blades like the Super tool, the sizzors and diamond file of the PST2. It's no bigger than the original Leatherman. What more could you want?

It's the perfect fisherman's Leatherman. Quick draw pliers, with the rounded edged butterfly handles for releasing hooked fish, a hook sharpening grove in the file, sizzors for trimming excess line. The small screw driver for your reel. An easy thumb control for the locking mechanism. Works with the tool adaptor you already own.

If you were thinking about getting the original Leatherman, or the PST2, or the Side Clip, spend the extra bucks and get this one. You'll be glad you did. If you are considering the larger Super Tool, ask yourself how large a piece of wood can you cut with a 3" blade? Do you really want to clean sawdust out of your Leatherman? vs buying a folding saw. Do you really need a larger set of pliers? If you need one handed blade opening with pliers, then the WAVE is the way to go, otherwise this is the Leatherman of the 2000's.

I had ordered a multitool from another maker and it was completely worthless. Then I found this one. A great tool at a great price. I keep it in my car for emergencies and it has helped me solve a lot of problems. The metal is strong and it has a solid feel. The hinges are smooth and precise. I like the rounded edges on the handle of the pliers. I had a leatherman and it always hurt my hand when I used the plier tool. The case is nice and handy for storage. Overall, I would say that this is worth every cent and then some. Get it if you need a compact, tool to carry with you in the car.

Very solid feel. Tools are easily accessable and well selected. Reasonable price. I'm certain that anyone needing a tool of this type will be very happy.

Hello,

For many years I have used a Leatherman and then later a SOG multitool. Both of these two costs over $50. The Letherman was my fathers and still is and the SOG (mine) was unfortunatly lost not long ago. So, I looked and looked on Amazon at all the different ones, and decided to try this one. My conclusion is that this one is as good as both the high priced ones and better in some ways. If you read the description you will see all the features, but I want to testify to the quality and durability of it. Please don't waste your money on something "established," because this is just as good and I've used to others quite a big. Oh, I should mention my Stepfather has the Gerber tool, and this is clearly better than that. So in order This tool is #1 (so far), My SOG was #2 with the Leatherman a very very close 3rd, and the Gerber a not at all close 4th. Good luck, and I am sure you will be happy with this multitool.

Sam Kochel

I have resisted getting a multitool for a long time, but finally got this one. It looks to be a very high quality tool, and the best thing about it is that it has USA stamped on it.

I just receieved this for Christmas after I requested it on my wish list. I like it better than my former Leatherman Pulse(which came up missing)because the Gerber needle-nose pliers are much more comfortable to use. It's hard to explain, but Gerber has you squeeze the solid side while Leatherman has you squeeze the "open channel" side which pinches your skin unnecessarily. Other than that, Leatherman and Gerber models seem to be close to the same in functionality and features.

My only major complaint is that I failed to notice this set doesn't come with scissors, which can sometimes come in handy, although it's not a deal-breaker. I give it 5 stars because it's my fault I didn't notice the lack of scissors. Otherwise I would have asked for a different model. I now prefer Gerber over Leatherman now that I've owned both.

This was the first item I ever bought from Amazon and it's one of the few items I still have in my posession 7 years later so I figured it passed the test for a glowing review since I've put it through the paces and then some. This thing is amazing and besides for the few cosmetic blemishes I have caused it is still in perfect condition. First off the snap open pliers and easy access blades gives it the one up on the Leatherman multi-tools which tend to have a very tight feel when trying to pry them out of the plier handle, not to mention it takes two hands to access any of the tools. So I use my MP600 when fishing or doing work around the house so I like the ability to unsheath and snap out the plier head at anytime with one hand because when I need them the most I am always holding onto something else already. One of my favorite features are the substantial nubs and dents they put on all the tools of the MP600 to allow them to be removed easily. I'm sure I'm like most men who keep my nails cut low and those little slits on most multi-tools make it a flat out pain to get at exactly what you need. I also like the locking mechanism for the tools that keep them open until you pull back the safety latch. It adds a step when closing up the tool but not having to worry about a blade closing on your hand is a huge plus.

Here are some of the things I use this for:
Removing Fish Hooks
Driving Screws
Breaking down Cardboard Boxes
Cutting Plastics
Punching holes through Synthetics
Opening Beers

I do all of those things with no sign of rust, no need to oil any blades, no corrosion and very little dulling of the blades and thats over a seven year time frame. I use the tool at least 4-5 times a week at home and work and it is certianly indespensible. If I ever lose this thing (because it appears to last forever, so I won't need to replace it because it falls apart) I will replace it the same day.

It is the best tool I have ever owned

I really like the new Leatherman Fuse. I was attracted to it because it has scissors. I use it for hiking. The pliers are perfect for removing cactus needles and the scissors are useful for cutting cloth or moleskin, etc. I carry it in my briefcase also. It comes in handy in any situation.

This is a high quality tool, as would be expected from Leatherman. It has a nice, solid feel and all joints are snug. I carry it with me at all times for those odd jobs that I don't want to run out to my tool box. As would be expected, I am more likely to fix those little problems when the tools are close at hand.
This tool comes with a combination plier/needlenose plier/wire cutter/stripper head, a nicely sized knife, three screwdrivers, a lanyard ring, scissors (which are perfectly leveraged), and a combination can opener/bottle opener. All blades are locking, with a nice release mechanism. In addition, there are well thought out "extras", such a ruler stamped into the case in inches and centimeters which is accurate enough for those quickie measurements that don't require extreme precision.
While not as comprehensive as some multi-tools, I have found the Fuse to be a nice compromise between functionality and portability. Highly recommended!