I, like many of you, have purchased many different multi-tools. Some last longer than others and up until now I was a Gerber baby. When I saw this tool I decided to switch teams.
What sold me? The hammer. I have broken several multi-tools trying to use what I thought were sturdy sections of the tool to hammer in stubborn parts on whatever I was working on. Seems a silly selling point, but just that little functional addition pushed me towards owning this.
The second piece of brilliance isn't specific to this tool, but this tool really is able to maximise the potential. The bit drivers. I never would have thought thin rectangular bits would be useful or durable, but again Leatherman made me a believer when I discovered this feature on their CX tool. The way the bits are interchanged, the unique way the compartments for the bits are set up....all of this impressed me. I purchased the bit driver assortment pack and have been wowed by how many different applications I can use this tool for now.
There are not a lot of features on this tool when you compare it to regular multi tools on the market. What this tool has is what is needed for its intended mission, which is to support feild maintenance on a weapon. I don't need twenty quadrillion hidden tools flaring each and every direction, and that was selling point number three. With its solid construction the MUT benefits from the less is more principle. You don't have to worry about a part breaking down or fumbling for what you need. Everything except the pliars is accessable from the closed position and you can feel how rugged every part of this tool is.
CONS:
I would prefer if Leatherman adopted the removable triangular wire-cutters that most military Gerbers have. That's just a gripe on my part, but it was nice to know that 1 part on my tool had 3 lifespans before needing replacement.
The small bit plastic holder on one side of the tool is way too tight. I feel like I am going to break the tabs when I try to remove the bit. I would like it if Leatherman substituded carbon fiber for the plastic, since carbon fiber has more lubricity and better strength.
| Color | Black |
|---|---|
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Brand | LEATHERMAN |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 6.3 x 4.1 x 1.9 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.7 Pounds |
| Included Components | Leatherman |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Drive System | Center Drive |
| UPC | 971494515724 037447786747 843009071080 807320393191 617407401820 037447722387 051020081272 803983112360 031113020661 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00037447722387 |
| Manufacturer | Leatherman |
| Part Number | LT725B |
| Item Weight | 11.2 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 6.3 x 4.1 x 1.9 inches |
| Item model number | 850122 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | Includes MOLLE Black Sheath |
| Style | Molle Black Sheath |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Blade Length | 3 Inches |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | 25 Year |
