Standard Magnetic Bit holder modified for Leatherman

colinoutdoors · **on:** August 20, 2011, 01:09:01 AM

Having seen and read several videos and threads on modifying a standard magnetic bit holder for the Leatherman bit holder I decided to give it a try for myself.
I purchased a bit set from Screwfix for £4, one third the cost of the Leatherman bit extender plus I got 32 bits in a nice compact set.
Using a bench grinder I slowly ground down the bit holder into the shape of the Leatherman bit holder. Not as even or neat I would of liked but it fits into the holder ok and holds well. A bit of side to side movement is present but overall I am happy with my first attempt.

captain spaulding · **Reply #1 on:** August 20, 2011, 01:21:41 AM

Good work. I might have to give this a try myself.

colinoutdoors · **Reply #2 on:** August 20, 2011, 01:29:37 AM

Quote from: captain spaulding on August 20, 2011, 01:21:41 AM

Good work. I might have to give this a try myself.

Cheers Captain, its a fun project.

captain spaulding · **Reply #3 on:** August 20, 2011, 01:34:10 AM

Do you think it would be easily done with a Dremel?

colinoutdoors · **Reply #4 on:** August 20, 2011, 01:36:15 AM

Not sure, I think you either have to have the tool stationary or the bit holder stationary so a vise might help you with that. If you give it a try let us know how you get on

captain spaulding · **Reply #5 on:** August 20, 2011, 01:38:45 AM

Quote from: colinoutdoors on August 20, 2011, 01:36:15 AM

Not sure, I think you either have to have the tool stationary or the bit holder stationary so a vise might help you with that. If you give it a try let us know how you get on

Will do.

trouthunter · **Reply #6 on:** August 20, 2011, 05:32:42 AM

Quote from: captain spaulding on August 20, 2011, 01:34:10 AM

Do you think it would be easily done with a Dremel?

I have made several with a Dremel. Just take your time and it will work out just fine.

captain spaulding · **Reply #7 on:** August 20, 2011, 05:35:42 AM

Quote from: trouthunter on August 20, 2011, 05:32:42 AM

Quote from: captain spaulding on August 20, 2011, 01:34:10 AM
Do you think it would be easily done with a Dremel?

I have made several with a Dremel. Just take your time and it will work out just fine.

Awesome thanks. Can you point me in the direction to the "BIT KIT" I would need to buy.

trouthunter · **Reply #8 on:** August 20, 2011, 04:42:04 PM

Quote from: captain spaulding on August 20, 2011, 05:35:42 AM

Quote from: trouthunter on August 20, 2011, 05:32:42 AM
Quote from: captain spaulding on August 20, 2011, 01:34:10 AM
Do you think it would be easily done with a Dremel?

I have made several with a Dremel. Just take your time and it will work out just fine.

Awesome thanks. Can you point me in the direction to the "BIT KIT" I would need to buy.

If you live in a area with a Menards they have a great kit for $7 other wise get any bit kit from Sears, Home Depot and Lowes will work. If you are using the Dremel get a Aluminum Oxide Grinding Stone it will make quick work out of it. I also recommend wearing safety glasses to avoid getting particles in your eyes.

captain spaulding · **Reply #9 on:** August 20, 2011, 11:01:11 PM

Quote from: trouthunter on August 20, 2011, 04:42:04 PM

Quote from: captain spaulding on August 20, 2011, 05:35:42 AM
Quote from: trouthunter on August 20, 2011, 05:32:42 AM
Quote from: captain spaulding on August 20, 2011, 01:34:10 AM
Do you think it would be easily done with a Dremel?

I have made several with a Dremel. Just take your time and it will work out just fine.

Awesome thanks. Can you point me in the direction to the "BIT KIT" I would need to buy.

If you live in a area with a Menards they have a great kit for $7 other wise get any bit kit from Sears, Home Depot and Lowes will work. If you are using the Dremel get a Aluminum Oxide Grinding Stone it will make quick work out of it. I also recommend wearing safety glasses to avoid getting particles in your eyes.