Tim Leatherman (his real name) came up with the idea to add pliers to a scout's knife way back in 1975 when he was on a tour of Europe in an undependable Fiat that needed constant roadside repairs. After those 8 years of trial-and-error, prototypes, and improvements, Leatherman launched the sale of their very first model, the PST (Pocket Survival Tool) in 1983, and the rest is history. Since then they've been a wildly successful product that lasts for decades, and have branched into a wide variety of specialized models to provide the best outdoor tools to meet as many needs as possible.![]()
By far, the best-selling and most popular tool to date are the models in the Wave line. They have 18 tools, including an ingenious bit driver system for interchangeable screwdriver heads (sold separately or in a kit). They combine the classic Leatherman elements of needlenose/regular pliers, a knife blade, can/bottle opener, and ruler with premium replaceable wire cutters, a serrated knife blade, diamond coated file, spring-action scissors, and a saw blade. It has proven to be the best multitool for backpacking, professional use, and all-around EDC (Every Day Carry) handiness. It's also widely regarded by many outdoors enthusiasts as the best Leatherman for camping.
Given the high-quality construction, durability, and usefulness, Leatherman multi-tools are definitely in the top-tier. They also stand behind all of their products with a 25-year warranty, which goes to show how confident they are that their tools will long outlast less-expensive competitors. When you look at it over 25 years, the value in every dollar spent is clear.
Leatherman is, was, and always has been made in Portland, Oregon, USA. Rather than rely on or transition to overseas production as many competitors do, they've never had any plans to move their production facilities elsewhere. This allows them to ensure the highest standards of manufacturing and quality control over every step in the process of making each component of their tools.
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