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My first, true Leatherman Collectable
on: February 06, 2010, 04:06:44 AM
I've been hunting for rare Leatherman tools since well before I joined this forum, and of course, ever since. My collecting though has in the main been limited to used tools and bargains found on ebay (when I could) and through the trade forums on this site.

I've never really been in the position to justify the expense of the real collectable tools though, my indulgences to date having been limited to a Cabela's Legacy PST and some of the widely available anniversary models. I once missed out on a 10th Anniversary gold PST because I didn't have the money  :-\

Thanks to the generosity of a fellow Leatherman enthusiast however, I have managed to land this, which arrived this morning:






This is the first of the real, true Leatherman collectables I've managed to get hold of, and I think it's fair to say that it's "home" now. I shall be mounting on the wall tomorrow, but I'll take a few more pics to share before I do :)

Although it is unlikely that I'll add another of these rarities without being prepared to spend silly money, I am content for now knowing that patience can bring rewards, and at least I have this one to enjoy, regardless of what may or may not happen in the future.

So, now you know why I was dreaming of 333 for the last week too ;)

 
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Re: My first, true Leatherman Collectable
Reply #1 on: February 06, 2010, 04:13:43 AM
 :drool: Very nice Dave :o Glad to see it go to a very true LM fan :D :tu: and good on whoever you got it from as well :cheers:
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Re: My first, true Leatherman Collectable
Reply #2 on: February 06, 2010, 04:15:02 AM
Congratulations Dave, that is a real beauty!   :drool:
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Re: My first, true Leatherman Collectable
Reply #3 on: February 06, 2010, 04:27:03 AM
Wow!! :o What a beauty Dave! :tu: Congrats on obtaining one of the true classics. You must be feeling pretty pumped up about that one. And a big thanks to the fellow enthusiast who helped you get it. :salute:

Serial number 333 too, that's a cool one! 8)
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Re: My first, true Leatherman Collectable
Reply #4 on: February 06, 2010, 04:31:56 AM
Needless to say, I'm extremely happy :)

The guy who I traded with knows exactly how much I appreciate it, and how good a deal he gave me too  :cheers:
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Re: My first, true Leatherman Collectable
Reply #5 on: February 06, 2010, 05:09:33 AM
Congrats!!

It's a great feeling to have something you've wanted for so long.

Enjoy!

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Re: My first, true Leatherman Collectable
Reply #6 on: February 06, 2010, 05:12:16 AM
Nice Dave :tu: patience does pay off :cheers:

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Reply #7 on: February 06, 2010, 06:09:16 AM
You hit the crown jewel this time Dave,CONGRATS,and I now know your new lucky number,and it starts with a 3!!!.
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Re: My first, true Leatherman Collectable
Reply #8 on: February 06, 2010, 06:32:48 AM
Awesome Dave.  :tu: I have one myself.  ;)  It's displayed proudly on my shelf (doesn't come out of the box).  Yeah i wanted the gold tool also, but those are impossible to find.  I'm still looking for one.   :-[
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Reply #9 on: February 06, 2010, 06:33:06 AM
 :cheers:
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Re: My first, true Leatherman Collectable
Reply #10 on: February 06, 2010, 06:42:04 AM
Oh my   :drool:  Dave congratulations on a super score.   8)
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Re: My first, true Leatherman Collectable
Reply #11 on: February 06, 2010, 07:06:32 AM
very nice dave, eventually ill be after something like this to go up on the wall , and yes i will get that look of the other half  ::)   :rofl: enjoy mate,  :multi:


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Re: My first, true Leatherman Collectable
Reply #12 on: February 06, 2010, 08:47:17 AM
Dave not only a 20th Anniversary Wave but a signed limited edition one  :drool:  8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8).

Silly question DK , the box it is hinged isn't  :think: , so you can get the tool out if you want.


I would really really love a 10th Anniversary PST , would I be willing too trade my 190 of 200 Al Mar QuickClip for one  :think: :think: :ahhh :D

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Reply #13 on: February 06, 2010, 09:44:49 AM
Very nice Dave  :tu:

Will this be your new EDC?  ;)
             

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Re: My first, true Leatherman Collectable
Reply #14 on: February 06, 2010, 09:49:43 AM
Congratulation on a very fine collectors piece, Dave..  :tu: Really worth waiting for..  :drool:
Are we gonna call you Dave333 from now on..?  :think: :D
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Reply #15 on: February 06, 2010, 10:07:06 AM
Limited signed edition. Nice score Dave!
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Reply #16 on: February 06, 2010, 10:44:15 AM
Nice one mate. :cheers:
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Re: My first, true Leatherman Collectable
Reply #17 on: February 06, 2010, 11:31:34 AM
Congratulations, Dave :tu:

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Re: My first, true Leatherman Collectable
Reply #18 on: February 06, 2010, 11:39:04 AM
Quote from: MultiMat on February 06, 2010, 08:47:17 AM
Silly question DK , the box it is hinged isn't  :think: , so you can get the tool out if you want.

The top panel slides off - you can see in the bottom right corner of the top picture, that it's not fully closed. You slide the right-hand wooden frame section which is attached to the glass.

In this picture, the lid has been removed (you can see the right-hand frame is missing):



The box is extremely well made (in China :D), but the foam insert is not quite so hot! It's the steel bit in the middle that matters though ;)

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Reply #19 on: February 06, 2010, 12:17:01 PM
Very cool Dave12333 :D :D

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Re: My first, true Leatherman Collectable
Reply #20 on: February 06, 2010, 12:18:33 PM
Well, I'm just off to do a bit of work on the car......


















.......... but the Wave isn't coming :D

I bet Ben thinks I should use it to "add character" :D
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Reply #21 on: February 06, 2010, 12:24:38 PM
I get the impression Ben does not agree with shelf queens  :D
             

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Re: My first, true Leatherman Collectable
Reply #22 on: February 06, 2010, 12:28:17 PM
Yeah, but what does he know? ;)
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Reply #24 on: February 06, 2010, 01:06:35 PM
Very cool Dave.  Only another 499 to go :P
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Re: My first, true Leatherman Collectable
Reply #25 on: February 06, 2010, 05:09:07 PM
Nice one Dave , I can't think of a better bloke who should be keeper of 333  :D  btw has Chako got the other 499 ?  :P


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Reply #26 on: February 06, 2010, 05:20:34 PM
Nice skor there Dave!  It's one tool you can leave hang on the living room wall and not offend
anyone or evoke words of "put those tools away."  ;)

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Re: My first, true Leatherman Collectable
Reply #27 on: February 06, 2010, 05:35:22 PM
Quote from: cerbera147 on February 06, 2010, 12:24:38 PM
I get the impression Ben does not agree with shelf queens  :D

You reckon?  :P

That tool is my worst nightmare.  :D

Glad you got something rare you were after though Dave.  :tu:
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Reply #28 on: February 06, 2010, 07:03:23 PM
Wow that is awsome!!! :drool: I can only hope :)

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Reply #29 on: February 07, 2010, 03:33:24 AM
Quote from: Benner on February 06, 2010, 05:35:22 PM
Quote from: cerbera147 on February 06, 2010, 12:24:38 PM
I get the impression Ben does not agree with shelf queens  :D

You reckon?  :P

That tool is my worst nightmare.  :D

Glad you got something rare you were after though Dave.  :tu:

Ben that Box hung on a wall would make a GREAT Budgie perch :think: :think: :D :D

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