There is nothing quite so versatile as a multi tool, no matter what you are doing, or where you are there is always going to be a time when you wish you had one with you. So these make a great Christmas gift for anyone, there are plenty to choose from, some have different tools than others, so let’s take a look at what the difference is between them in this multi tool review.
What Should You Look For In A Multi Tool
There are several things to consider, and if you are buying one as a gift it is well worth thinking about what it will be mostly used for by the person you give it too. But no matter who is going to use it the best thing you can do is get one that is robust and durable. This will ensure that it wont just snap if it is used with a moderate amount of force. This would make it pretty useless, and somewhat dangerous if the person carrying it was relying on it for any reason.
The weight of the multi tool is also worth considering, after all you do not want to feel a noticeable weight in your pocket, if it feels uncomfortable then you may be inclined to leave it at home, and the very reason for a tool like this is to have it on you whenever you need it. This should also bring up the point that the best tool like this is not necessarily the one with the most tools on it. In fact the best tool is probably the one that is the lightest, yet contains everything you may ever need.
Leatherman Multi Tool
Leatherman Multi Tool
Leatherman is a well known brand, renowned for the quality of their products, the fact that they are so well known, and their multi tools are so popular is due to the fact that these tools are bothe practical, durable and a handy size, so fit easily in your pocket or glove compartment. Leatherman multi tools carry a 25 year limited warranty too.
- Leatherman 830846 Skeletool Multitool
- stainless steel body
- 6061-T6 aluminum handle scales
- Outside-accessible blades mean, just like a pocket knife, it can be opened quickly with one hand
- Bit driver technology makes it possible to customize the tool for any job
- At a mere five ounces, the lightest full-size multi-tool on the market
- Leatherman 830039 New Wave Multitool with Leather/Nylon Combination Sheath
- Full-sized 18-tool multitool in peg package, including pliers, knives, drivers, and more
- 100 percent stainless-steel construction
- Includes lanyard attachment
- leather-nylon combination sheath
- 4 inches long
- weighs 8.5 ounces
- Leatherman 830032 Blast Multitool with Leather Sheath
- All-locking blades for safety
- Four screwdrivers, scissors, saw and extra-long knife blade for cutting, driving, snipping, and sawing on the fly
- Directional, open-tooth saw design for easy starting and easy cutting
- Double-ended eyeglass screw bit offers both flat and Phillips driver for driving a wide variety of screws
