Tactical multi-tool

Hunting sounds challenging, but with Leatherman ST 300 MT – it’s more like an adventure!

The LEATHERMAN Multi-tool is manufactured in Portland, Oregon, and can live up to your everyday tasks.

Leatherman multi tools are known for their high-quality stainless steel products that are good for mechanics, homeowners, truck drivers, and more!

This Leatherman Super Tactical 300 Multi-tool for hunting received the Editor’s Choice Award for its amazing features, built quality, versatility, and affordable price point.

If you’re into the woods and hunting your prey…

This is the right buddy for your adventure. It comes with 19 sturdy and well-designed tools for cutting, opening, gripping, etc. 

This MT comes with wire cutters, bottle opener, wire stripper, can opener, pliers, screwdrivers, awl, ruler, strap cutter, knives, and more!

Not to mention its locking and unlocking mechanism that will make you feel safe and secure when using every tool.

Not only that…

You can use it to tighten screws on laptops, cutting hooks, 3D printed objects, and more things that work for this tool. 

What are the setbacks?

It doesn’t have a bolt override tool, oxygen tank wrench, a carbide glass breaker, or bronze carbon scraper compared to other Leatherman MUT, particularly LEATHERMAN Raptor.

Based on our experience, this multitool doesn’t fit the leather case, but I’ve resolved it right away by placing it in the right orientation inside the case.

Another minor issue is the development of rust which is quite confusing because it’s stainless steel.

As we soon figured, there’s an insufficient chromium oxide layer present in the tool. Thus, when exposed to high humidity, salinity, and abrasions rusting occurs.

There should be a sufficient amount of chromium oxide to protect stainless tools and prevent them from rusting; otherwise, rusting will surface.

Lastly, you might experience difficulty closing the tool back after using it because it can be slightly stiff and tough and can be a little heavy for some.

But, you don’t need to worry at all.

These minor setbacks are manageable and can be resolved without sweat. You can contact the store you’ve purchased the item from if you encounter such difficulties with the product since their team will immediately respond to you.

Related: Best Utility Knife

Unlike Leatherman, Gerber Legendary products are manufactured in China. Dime Mini Multi tool keychain was reviewed as the Best Value Award. You can buy it at half the price of other brands available on the market.

So, if the Editor’s Choice Award is heavy for you…

You can opt to purchase a Gerber Gear Dime Mini MT Keychain. The multi tools live up to their name, mini, lightweight, and convenient to carry. Thus, a great tool for hikers and weight-conscious individuals.

If you’re into small multi-tool – this MT is for you!

However, you can only use it for light-duty work. You could feel a little discomfort while using it since it can be short for your hand.

A greatly-price for a tool with a lot of capable functions on it…

The Gerber Gear Dime comes with a bottle and package opener. 

Expect decent spring-loaded pliers, usable blades and scissors, a flathead screwdriver, crosshead driver, wire cutters, tweezers, etc.

The blade is designed to cut and score cardboard and plastic packaging safely.

Another cool thing about this…

Is the tweezer that comes in handy when wood splinters penetrate your fingers. Just pull the tweezer out located near the bottle opener. Ensure that you put it back right away to avoid losing it.

The keychain feature is a very good move because it’s small. There’s a tendency that users might misplace it or, to an extent, lose the tool.

After doing my own test for this tool, here are the results:

The pliers can pull approximately 50 nails. There could be signs of wear, but it’s understandable. Flathead will work on Philip head screws – I tried using it on the curtain support brackets, and it works nicely. However, the scissors can be used for limited and light-duty purposes only.

Also, the coating can be scratch, so I suggest that you purchase the silver one. Regardless, it comes with amazing multi tools and thumbs up for a great price point.

Related: Best Tactical Headlamp

Our Top Pick Award, Mossy Oak, is another durable and versatile tool for everyone, perfect for outdoor, hunting, camping, hiking, and even simple household repairs.

The self-locking feature is fascinating and convenient to use. All implements can be folded out or in without opening the pliers.

Mossy Oak includes needle-nose pliers, regular pliers, wire cutters, magnetic hexagon sleeve, screwdriver, serrated knife, scale, metal/wood file, bottle opener, slotted screwdriver, wood saw, leather punch, and more. 

The ruler and file are designed together, distributed on the front and back.

Not only that…

It comes with a hard-wearing pouch that has a separate elastic pocket on the front for extra screwdriver bits storage. You can slip it over a belt or backpack strap for convenience.

The available knives with serrated edges can be used for rough objects since both are sturdy and sharp. 

It also has a small hidden wire stripping hole.

Surprisingly…

It’s more than a month since I’ve purchased one, and there are no signs of corrosion even though I’ve tried using it in a saltwater environment. Mossy Oak still works well and is hassle-free.

If you’re weight-conscious…

You might not like this since it can be heavy for some, especially those with small hands. 

And since this tool is metal, the handle might be hard to grip. 

Quick reminder: Be careful handling it during winter or summer. You can try to wear gloves as protection for your hands and to hold the tool with ease.

Also, the holster doesn’t hold well when attached to a belt or backpack strap. 

If this happens to you, contact customer service right away because they will replace the product immediately.

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Overall, this tool ensures comfort and aesthetics when handled properly. It also comes with a magnetic bit holder that can be oriented at 90 degrees angle for more leverage.

You can easily open the tools because it has well-sized holes and bumps. 

Indeed, an ideal tool for outdoor activities like camping, fishing, hiking, cooking, picnic, and more! It’s also a good gift, thanks to its durability and affordability.

Related: Best Backpacking Knife

Just like the Editor’s Choice Award (Gerber Gear Dime Mini MT Keychain), you can expect that Gerber Gear Suspension-NXT offers a great and affordable price point – it’ll fit your bill very well.

What could this little buddy offer?

Like the previous multi-functional tool, it has a slim butterfly design that is easy to access and keeps guessing. 

This tool comes with a pocket clip that makes carrying this little guy in your pocket or on the belt is more convenient.

I would not forget the needlenose spring-loaded pliers that reduce hand fatigue for the user. For my part, I use pliers, scissors, and flatheads most of the time.

If you’re an engineer…

This type of tool would come in handy due to being compact, sturdy, and versatile. It featured a locking mechanism for ease of use. 

After using yours, several guys from your class will surely purchase this little buddy – take it from me!

However, it comes with few downsides, like a slightly weak pocket clip design that can fall from your pocket or belt. And it doesn’t have a saw tool.

But, overall, for the price, it is of the great value of money, durable, and high-quality features that will make you buy again as a gift for your friend or relatives.

Another tool that you can bring to your outdoor camping, hiking, and everyday handyman tasks. 

It comes with pliers, wire cutters, screwdrivers, a can and bottle opener, even a blasting cap crimper.

You can also place this in a ballistic nylon sheath for your everyday carry with ease and convenience.

If you want to make a quick cut…

What’s unique about this tool is the powerassist with compound leverage technology for the straight edge and serrated blades. You can now easily access these blades without even folding open the multi-tool. 

Not to mention the unlock and lock feature for safety and security of use. You can even close the multi-tool while using one of the tools – gripping will not be a problem.

The black oxide coating is another feature of this little SOG buddy. 

It helps prevent corrosion and for minimal light reflection. But this can be bothersome due to the greasy and oily coating that can cover the hand while using the tool. 

Of course, it can be wiped clean upon use, yet a slight inconvenience for some.

Aside from this…

The Phillips screwdriver is an actual Philips head, and the lack of wood saw is a killjoy. But, overall, this item is a good buy because you can use most of the basic tools from this. 

Even my friends from the army are quite impressed with this little buddy.

If you’re in a marine environment…

This multi-tool is a good recommendation for you. 

Since it has a solid chromium coating, this makes it higher in rust resistance, especially in high humidity areas.

In comparison with the Editor’s Choice Award – Leatherman ST 300, here are my observations:

• The Victorinox Swiss Army Swisstool is narrower and thinner.
• The blade will not easily break or crack.
• The Swiss army knives don’t have a serrated blade.
• It doesn’t come with interchangeable bits.

Aside from these…

The Victorinox saw is robust enough for most tasks, but the Leatherman saw is much better.

Even though this Swisstool has a nice long shank Phillips screwdriver, it doesn’t have an interchangeable bit. Thus, you will not be able to use it for other types of screws.

It has good para scissors but cutting thick paracord will not do – you might opt for other brands for more robust scissors. The scissors don’t open up very far, which limits their usefulness.

Moreover…

The wire cutter helps cut soft and hard wire. Not to mention the bottle opener and can opener when you feel thirsty while working.

Overall, this Swisstool is a well-thought Victorinox design because everything in this multi-tool is accessible. None of the other tools clumped out for each tool you pulled out because each one has a clear spot or hole for pulling the tool out.

However, this Victorinox Swiss Army Swisstool is more expensive than Leatherman ST 300. The value for money is understandable given its craftsmanship, versatility, and high-quality features and design.

If you’re a multi tools enthusiast…

And you’re looking for a gift, this Suruid 12 in 1 MT will do you good for its toughness, reliability, and ease of handling.

It’s also a perfect and convenient tool for household work, outdoor activities like camping, fishing, hunting, hiking, and lots more.

Suruid MT is coated with a black oxide that makes it rust-proof and corrosion resistant. You’ll be surprised by the locking system. This tool has and ensures tools to be in their place when open and close. 

Thus, safe and convenient for any user of all ages – not for toddlers, though.

So, what makes up this multi-tool?

This 12 in 1 multi-tool includes a Phillips screwdriver, slotted screwdrivers for all sizes of screws, can and bottle opener, wire cutter for soft and hard wires.

Like the Swiss Army Swisstool, the handle has an ergonomic arc with anti-slip teeth on edge for a more comfortable and safe grip.

This MT will make your loved one smile – gift it to them!

The wave of another Leatherman right here!

Just like the previous high-quality multi tools, this Leatherman Wave Multi Tool has 25 years of warranty.

Here’s what you can expect from this tool…

You can deploy the knife with one hand. The file was diamond coated, the bolt override tool and the pocket clip can be removed if you want.

It is of great use for garden trimmings, and the pliers are strong and work very well. Even the wire cutter works well with soft and hard wires.

However…

Compared to other Leatherman MUT, it doesn’t have an oxygen tank wrench, a carbide glass breaker, and a bronze carbon scraper.

The can and bottle opener aren’t the best, and the scissors are slightly small, unlike the Victorinox Swiss Army Swisstool.

Even though some tools are tough to open and close, this Leatherman Wave MT is good for your job, outdoor adventure, and EDC multi tool.

Overall, Leatherman multi tools are high-quality tools, affordable, and versatile for EDC.

SOG Powerlock EOD Heavy Duty Tactical MT comes with a neat black nylon ballistic sheath with a pocket clip.

This military multi-tool is known to have 18 sleek and sturdy tools, including hard wire cutters, wire stripper, plain edge knife, fine edge blade, double tooth wood saw, 3-sided file, Philips screwdriver, awl, large and small screwdriver with a bottle and can opener.

If you’re an EOD officer…

This MT has a compound leverage mechanism similar to a butterfly style. And stronger gripping and cutting power.

This thing held up like a military champ.

Since it’s a Powerlock EOD – all the tools in this unit are locked while being used.

The pliers were awesome and able to cut through the metal wire with ease.

But…

The tool is covered with a slight grease and oil that could dirt your hands. Of course, you can wipe it off, but it’ll inconvenience some users. You can opt to purchase the stainless version available on the market.

Since it’s recommended for a non-reflective military purpose – this MT is of high quality and a good investment that fits your bill.

BIBURY Corrosion Proof Multi Tools built quality and materials are on par with Leatherman MT.

In terms of weight, it’s lighter than LEATHERMAN ST 300 but heavier compared to LEATHERMAN Original Wave MT.

But, if you want a budget MT…

Compared to other multi tools – this will fit your bill!

This tool is corrosion proof so you won’t have to worry if you adventure in a marine environment or high humid places – it will rescue you!