Who here has or uses a Leatherman or equivalent?

[safecracker]

I was just curious of those who visit the site use one or an equivalent. I have gone thru 2 originals & 2 Kicks, original no longer available. Now I am on my second Wave. I just broke my blade when I was trying to pry a cover off of an electronic lock on a safe. So I will be sending that one back to Leatherman to repair. I like the narrow needle nose pliers. If I don't have it on my belt, I feel like I forgot something. Anyway, I was curious if anyone of you use one? Bruce

[Bob Denman]

I've got a 26 year old Super Tool...
But I don't try to use a blade as a prybar...

[Chupaca]

I have always carried a multitool with me and currently am on my third Shrade "Tough". Found it to be the best for me but do have a Leatherman kinda like a dressy one small and cute. It is an extension of one's arm for those that work with their hands and especially mechanical...

[wyliec]

I have a Leatherman that I keep in the Jeep that has scissors for opening my slim Jim’s, when the gf is not around. I have a Gerber that I sometimes carry with me when we travel, which has 10 tips for the screwdriver; never know when you’ll need to tighten a screw. Neither one has a pry bar.

[JayBros]

I've got a 26 year old Super Tool...
But I don't try to use a blade as a prybar...

Reminds me of the old Navy story about a young seaman down in the bowels of the ship who says, "Chief, hand me a 16" crescent wrench." The Chief replies, "There's nothing down there that requires a 16" crescent wrench." To which the seaman replies, "I know. I'm going to use it for a hammer."

[Peter Aawen]

Never liked the Leatherman, but I've carried & used the same Victorinox SwissTool for more than 35 years now (a present from my Wife for one of our Anniversaries); only recently adding a Gerber Suspension multi-tool to my belt (due to increasing loss of joint strength & dexterity in my hands). The SwissTool has aided in all sorts of things, ranging from heavy mechanical repairs thru to remote locality emergency dental work & even emergency surgery (the Surgeon who did the 'real work' 3 days after my 'emergency repairs' was very impressed & now has a SwissTool in his theatre kit!) but nowdays I'm finding the spring loaded pliers of the Gerber helps to make up for its slightly 'less robust precision' & the outright durabilty of the SwissTool. The only thing that's ever needed replacing on the SwissTool has been the little spring on the scissors - once; while the Gerber has needed a few replacement parts that, if I'm brutally honest, may well have been largely due to me being just a little heavy handed & maybe a tad spoilt by how tough the SwissTool has been!!

[fjray]

I'll second the Swiss tool. Mine has been through 20+ years of abuse and still looks and works like new

[JerryB]

Hi safecracker,

Re: Leatherman

They are a local company & about 25 yrs ago I met Mr. Leatherman thru work. I consider him a true American success story; even though I also consider him a very strange dude.

Jerry Baumchen

PS) Why would someone who uses the name 'safecracker' need a Leatherman tool? Hmmmmmm

[Saluda]

I think one of my favorites is a SOG, now I have to check.

[GOZFST]

Been carrying a Skeletool for many years, before that their multi-tool. When they first came out I surprised my wife with a small diamond and ruby bracelet for her birthday, she looked at it and said I'd rather have a Leatherman tool.

[vindex1963]

I have three and have never broken one. Big fan.

[pegasus1300]

I have carried a Gerber for over 20 years, a gift from my oldest son. It has never failed me, but then I have never tried to use it as a pry bar. I have it opened enough that all I have to do is to flip my wrist and the pliers pop out and I can access all the rest of the functions.

[R FUN]

I also carry the Victorinox. I purchased it direct at the factory when I was in Switzerland. It has the narrow needle nose pliers, serrated blade, scisors etc. very tough and durable.
Roger

[mcan1x]

I'd be lost on the job without my Wave.
I've broken the little eyeglass screw driver and one of the knife blades, with Leatherman being local, I went to the brick and mortar store and got them replaced free on the spot.
I also carry a set of bits in the holder, many jobs I've been on, I haven't had to open my toolbox.

[2dogs]

A leatherman was the first addition to my spyder.

[ARtraveler]

Was given a Leatherman for Christmas one year. I wore it for about a month. Never have used it. Still in my tool drawer.

[Bob Denman]

Do you want to sell it?

[Daddyray]

I have carried a Gerber on my side for over 15 years and love them. They also have a great warranty. I called Gerber and talked with them and then sent back mine as I loaned it to someone and they broke one of the jaws off. Gerber replaced mine with a brand new one along with a few holders that I had worn out. Their warranty is great.

[BilltheDiver]

I have the original leatherman as well as a Gerber. Both great tools.

[Bob Denman]

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[Lew L]

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One of the rules I live by............

[djh3]

I know this is really old thread. But I just ran across it. I have one of the original Leatherman that was issued to me back in probably 1983 or so. It has been with me almost every day since. I also have an older Gerber. I'd sooner leave my wallet at home than my multi tool.

[Peter Aawen]

I know this is really old thread. But I just ran across it. I have one of the original Leatherman that was issued to me back in probably 1983 or so. It has been with me almost every day since. I also have an older Gerber. I'd sooner leave my wallet at home than my multi tool.

My immediate thought on seeing that but was "Back when I spent a lot of time really remote or otherwise avoiding people, I often did just that!!"

But thinking a little more about that response, there is maybe juuust a slight possibility that leaving my wallet at home was on purpose...

[BamaJohn]

OLD Leatherman in the truck; Gerber in the Spyder (used it on a friend's tire recently pulling a nail out).

[BCNewell]

Have carried several different Leatherman multi tools over the past 20+ years. Use mine multiple times daily for all kinds of different things. Broken knife tips or screwdriver tips is usually why I have to upgrade. But I use them for more than what they were designed for! Would be lost without one ..