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Leatherman Freestyle Multi-Tool

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Item # 787194

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With an outside-accessible blade, the Leatherman Freestyle offers the convenience of a traditional pocket knife with the versatility of a multi-tool.

420HC stainless-steel knife blade opens easily with 1 hand and locks into the open position; blade features a partially serrated edge
DLC coating and carbon fiber inserts on stainless-steel handles provide added resistance against scratches and corrosion
Powerful jaws, outside-accessible blade and removable pocket clip allow you to use the adaptable Leatherman Freestyle like a pocket knife or a multi-tool
Stainless-steel body is extremely tough and corrosion-resistant
Tools include clip point knife blade, needlenose pliers, regular pliers, wire cutters and hard-wire cutters
Assembled in the USA with domestic and imported parts

Made in USA.

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Leatherman Freestyle Multi-Tool Customer Reviews

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Leatherman Freestyle Multi-Tool

3.5

(based on 4 reviews)

75%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Functional (3)
Sharp blade (3)

Cons

Best Uses

Camping (3)
Home (3)

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Dec

2009

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

"the minimalist multi-tool"

By captjoe126

from LA, California

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Durable
Functional
Sharp Blade

Cons

Best Uses

Camping
Home
Hunting

Comments about Leatherman Freestyle Multi-Tool:

I've had this multi-tool for a few months now and I can say that I'm very pleased with it. I find myself opting to carry this over my Leatherman Charge due to its smaller size and that it has the tools I only really ever use on a multi-tool which are the plyers and the blade. My only complaint about the Freestyle is that it can get uncomfortable during long periods of use but other than that I believe that this was a great buy!

Aug

2009

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Happy Father's Day

By Kato

from Anchorage, Ak

About Me Casual Adventurer

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Pros

Easy to Use
Lightweight
Multi-function
Ready on the fly

Cons

Best Uses

Fishing
Work

Comments about Leatherman Freestyle Multi-Tool:

This was a Father's Day gift from my wife. I use the freestyle primarily at work. Most times that I use the knife, I need to cut something fast. Rope, tape, and wire are just a few of the things. Also great for a light pack knife to take out when you're getting a line wet. The pocket clip is perfect for easy access. The freestyle isnt bulky like other folding knives. Plus the availability of pliers doesnt go unnoticed. The con is sharpening the serrated part of the blade.

Apr

2010

(2 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Nice design but it broke

By coyote

from Friendswood, TX

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Sharp Blade
Weight

Cons

Poor Craftsmanship

Best Uses

Camping
Home

Comments about Leatherman Freestyle Multi-Tool:

Nice design and light. I've carried the same Leatherman tool since 1988. That one didn't lock, so I finally decided to get a lighter, locking Leatherman. It has a good knife, but the very first time I used the pliers to bend a wire as thick as a coathanger, they snapped in half. I'm sending it in for warranty, but what a hassle. I hope it was an isolated incident.

Aug

2011

4.0

What i've always wanted; almost perfect

By zamboni

from Asheville, NC

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Functional
Sharp Blade

Cons

Difficult To Clean

Best Uses

Camping
Home

Comments about Leatherman Freestyle Multi-Tool:

I've carried a leatherman for over 10 years and long ago realized that i mostly used just the blade and pliers, so when i started shopping for a pocket lockblade and saw these, i was thrilled.

The things i like about this tool are many, but probably boring to list completely. The size and shape are good, the blade performs well and has been durable so far. An important detail is that the blade design tends to keep the pivot from getting stuff in it, good if you cut food. It makes a pretty good bottle opener, too! I have used it almost every single day that i've owned it (partly due to the bottle opener thing!).

It's not quite perfect though. First of all, i'm pretty sure it's impossible to open one-handed if you're a lefty. Second, there are two small holes in the blade which get packed with any food you're cutting very easily, and are very difficult to clean out. Third, the thickness of the handle definitely compromises blade control. This won't bother most folks, but if you want to sharpen a stick for marshmallows or make shavings for tinder, you'll see what i mean. This might matter less for those with larger hands. Finally, the way it hangs from the clip in your pocket seems upside-down. When you grab it, you have to give it a half-turn before you can open it. Also, if your pants are too loose it sometimes wants to turn sideways inside your pocket.