Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #52563 in Single Detail Page Misc
• Color: Black Oxide
• Brand: Leatherman
• Model: 61020101
• Dimensions: .50" h x 1.13" w x 4.00" l, .31 pounds

Features

• Black oxide finish
• 13 tools in 1
• Clip point knife
• Closes to 4 inches
• 25 year warranty

Amazon.com Review
This is the tool that started the Leatherman revolution. Despite the introduction of new and more elaborate models from Leatherman, the Original remains a popular tool. We like the tough, compact design of the Original, as well as the high quality of the blades and tools. The jaws of the pliers are extremely tough. The Original packs a pretty impressive assortment of tools, including wire cutters, a knife, a metal/wood file, a can/bottle opener, an awl/punch, a nice assortment of Phillips screwdrivers, and more--all perfect for quick, on-the-spot jobs. It's true that the big knife blade would be more effective if it faced the other way, and that having to open the whole thing to get at any of the tools is less than ideal (both issues have been addressed in Leatherman's Wave). But it wasn't so long ago that the Original Leatherman was the only choice, and it's still a great addition to any toolbox, remaining just as handy as when it first came out. --Brian Trinen

From the Manufacturer
The Original Leatherman Pocket Survival Tool, with a black oxide finish. This is the tool that started it all. It will grip, crimp, file, and cut. It weighs only 6 ounces and closes to a compact 4 inches. Features include needle-nose and regular pliers, hard-wire cutters, clip-point knife, metal/wood file, can/bottle opener, small, medium and large screwdrivers, Phillips screwdriver, and awl/punch. Made in USA. Leather belt sheath included.

Customer Reviews

Used To Be The Best...
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.

Carried it on my Gasmask belt in Kuwait/Saudi Arabia
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.

Don't Leave Home Without It
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!