Customer Reviews

Leatherman 61020101 Original Pocket Survival Tool (PST) with Black Oxide Finish

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The original Leatherman used to be the best thing around until they outdid themselves. I still own this original Leatherman (in any form they are better than the best Swiss Army Knife) but by contrast this version of the Leatherman is awkward and painful to use. If you really need a grip when the item is open the edges of the handle bite into the hand. The blades, as are all tool here, are inside, and nothing locks into place. I strongly recommend picking up almost any other Leatherman than this one, if you really need one you'll be glad you spent the extra money.

I carried this on my Gas Mask Belt (ie all the time) during Desert Storm. I can't begin to estimate how often I used it. The Black Oxide color was a plus for carrying in a combat zone. Although at times I wished it were bright orange (when I dropped it at night in the desert) I still have it in my glove compartment.

I consider this my first multitool. I had 3 gerbers and all 3 broke their pliers and hurt my hand when they did, they do not count. My brother who was on leave from the army left his PST with me and I use and abuse it daily. It does have faults but it has lasted so long that I don't even notice them anymore. This is a very high quality tool that sits in its pouch on my belt at work day after day while my co workers keep trying inferior multitools that never last long.

Got this as a gift to give after hearing all about it from a friend who has had one for decades and raves about it all the time. Now the recipient says it's the best tool he's ever had in his pocket. A must have to take care of anything that you can think of - comes in handy on a day-to-day basis. Buy it and you'll be glad you did!