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Leatherman Is the King of Multi-Tools. These 5 Models Are the Brand’s Best

A quick-start guide to the legendary brand’s top tools.

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Every so often, a brand defines a product category so definitively that it becomes the category. Band-Aid, Xerox, Google, Q-Tips. In the world of pocket-sized multi-tools, it’s Leatherman.

The Portland, Oregon-based brand has been at it for more than 40 years since it invented the category of pliers-based multi-tools. Today, Leatherman offers dozens of specialized and customizable tools for everything from work and outdoor adventure to home and everyday carry. Not sure which Leatherman multi-tool is right for you? You’ve come to the right place.

For outdoor adventure

If its trails are your domain, you can’t go wrong with a Signal. One of Leatherman’s best-selling tools, the Signal is loaded with adventure-specific tools like a fire-starting ferro rod, an emergency whistle, a hammer and a diamond-coated built-in sharpener. Available in a wide range of colors, from stealthy black to flashy guava, the Signal is backed by Leatherman’s 25-year warranty.

For all the bells and whistles

Leatherman’s most advanced multi-tool, the Arc is for those who want the best of the best. Loaded with 20 tools and premium materials, it’s the first ever multi-tool to feature a MagnaCut steel blade for increased edge retention and durability. Plus, it features Leatherman’s FREE technology for easy one-handed use.

For ultra-lightweight simplicity

Featuring seven tools and weighing just 5 oz., the Skeletool CX is a colorful, ultralight essential with everything you need and nothing you don’t. Its built-in carabiner and removable pocket clip ensure this tool can be easily carried however you prefer. The Signal’s 154CM premium steel resists the wear of daily use and holds an edge longer.

For everyday carry

Whether you’re a multi-tool aficionado or a first-time carrier, the Leatherman Bond is a great choice for those in need of a minimalist, lightweight EDC tool. Its subdued colors help it blend into your everyday life while 14 essential tools help you solve all the problems everyday life seems to present. An homage to the original Leatherman PST, Bond’s iconic design delivers simplicity, versatility, and reliability in a 4 in., 5.8 oz. package.

For no-compromise quality

There’s a reason the Wave+ is Leatherman’s bestselling multi-tool of all time: it’s loaded with enough tools to tackle just about any problem. Whether you want a fully-loaded EDC or need something to add to your worksite tool box, the Wave+ features a whopping 18 tools, most of which can be opened and used with one hand without even opening the pliers. In short, it’s the Leatherman’s Leatherman.