LEATHERMAN, Bond Multitool, Stainless Steel EDC Tool with 420HC Blade and Nylon Sheath

I carry a multitool daily for work and have lost a couple as a result. The bond is basic, compact, and built with a purpose. The new blade shape is safer since it had an issue with wear and the blade popping up when in use and is also really easy to sharpen. The plier pivot screws were really tight and tighten uneven. I had to loosen both pivots a little to allow the pliers to open even and allow for easier use (no wobble). This is my main grip with the bond. The pst2 can be flung open one handed. The bond I doubt will ever be able todo this as the friction system they have will likely not wear in and will always keep tension. For size, weight, and price, the bond is the perfect job site multitool. Has all the basics and no extra fluf for me. The Arc is 100x better in every other way but its bukly compared and a few extra tools that aren't used by me. The Arc is like an extension of you. Easy and quick access to everything. Small jobs are done in a flash. An all in one system. No need for a pocket knife. The bond is just a tool. Convenient but slow. A working man's multitool who gets paid by the hour. Tool is built stronger, philips works better, less dust, no cleaning, beat it up and keep on going for a lifetime.

Excelentes materiales para toda la vida! La marca es la garantía!

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Very nice, versatile multi tool. And made in the USA!

Summary - My purpose for this tool was primarily to EDC pliers and the pliers are excellent, as is the overall construction and weight. Only reason why not five stars is that one of the arms is hard/tight to close, however, I expect this to wear in over time and or with use. Overall, I am happy with the purchase and expect that will be carrying it for a long time. Your intended use may be different than mine which will determine whether or not this tool is a fit for you. However, I would suggest that if your going to buy that you buy from Amazon or some other retailer where returns are easy since I have never been lucky with Leatherman quality. Case in point the sticky/hard to close arm which, I feel, will require some time to wear in. Also, an online review I seen showed loose tools in the Bond, however, all the tools in mine are properly tight. The tool, by design, has a very limited range of tools. I am ok with this since the primary purpose for my buying was to cut down on weight / duplication of tools. The Bond comes in, based on my scales, at 5.37 oz (163 gr) which is significantly lower than the Victorinox Spirit at 7.4 oz (210 gr) or the Wave, without bit sets, 8.5 oz (241 gr). I was primarily interested in the pliers and the Philips screwdriver, both of which are excellent. It is slightly heavier than the LM Kick, discontinued, 5.3 oz (152 gr) but significantly better constructed being all steel. Note, the Bond is also significantly thinner than the Spirit and Wave and given its size and weight can be easily stored in my pocket instead of in the provided belt pouch. The tool itself is nicely rounded so I don't think there is any concern about tearing your pocket. Having all the tools stored inside the tool may be an advantage for pocket carry as there is less chance of dirt getting in amongst the tools. Note, a pocket clip can be bought separately. The two tools that I was focused on were the pliers and to a lesser extent the Philips screwdriver. The pliers are similar to the old model Wave ones without the replaceable cutting edges. Due to the all steel construction of the Bond I think that the pliers in actual use will be able to take some significant abuse, similar to the Wave or Spirit. I am ok with not having the replaceable cutting edges as this is not something that I typically use. Note, I like the LM pliers over the Victorinox Spirit as the needle nose is longer. The Bond feels very good in the hand with no sharp points etc. The Philips screwdriver is good and I think I have an old LM bit kit to use with it if need be. For whatever reason they included a file instead of a saw in the tool set. Neither of these are key for my EDC use. Although, having a file is nice since it allows me to pair the tool with a mid-size SAK that has a saw. However, some may feel that a saw would have been of more use for them. Note, none of the tools are one hand accessible or accessible without opening up the tool. This may be a limiting factor for some people. However, I'm ok with this since I prefer to also EDC a folding knife and a mid size Swiss Army knife. As such I really don't need to access the tool except for the pliers. Note, I really like the quality of the Victorinox Spirit and its tool set. However, now that I have the Bond which I feel is a significantly better EDC tool for my purposes it will end up in my desk drawer. The Wave that used reside in my desk draw will now move to a tool box where its bit kit may come in handy.