5 Questions to ask Leatherman

Grant Lamontagne · **on:** January 06, 2009, 01:19:26 AM

Just like with SOG, I have a meeting set up with Leatherman, and want to know what specifically you guys are interested in knowing. I'll take the best questions and ask Leatherman (the company, not the Big Man as he won't be there this year).

So, whaddya wanna know?

Def

Leatherman123 · **Reply #1 on:** January 06, 2009, 01:21:36 AM

I'd really like to know if they are ever going to offer a "premium" SURGE! One with titanium handle scales, a hook on the serrated blade, 154cm/s30v knife, just like on a Charge! Thanks

RaptorMan · **Reply #2 on:** January 06, 2009, 01:26:28 AM

Bring back the SideClip!!!!!!!!!!!

other than that I cant really think of anything.

NeitherExtreme · **Reply #3 on:** January 06, 2009, 01:28:25 AM

That's pretty cool.

My question is: When are they bringing the KF4 back?

Seriously, though, I'd be curious to know if there are any new ideas going on for the juice line. Seems like it's been a while since they've done anything new with them.

Another question I' d have would be if they're thinking about expanding the flashlight line.

cliosguy · **Reply #4 on:** January 06, 2009, 01:32:33 AM

Quote from: RaptorMan on January 06, 2009, 01:26:28 AM

Bring back the SideClip!!!!!!!!!!!

other than that I cant really think of anything.

i guess the skeletool is the "new" sideclip, not that i like the idea, but looking trough the tool selection is pretty much the same. Maybe a more "classy" skeletool(like symmetrical) with a OHO 154CM plain edge and ill be the first in line

Leatherman123 · **Reply #5 on:** January 06, 2009, 01:33:49 AM

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i guess the skeletool is the "new" sideclip

I actually think the Kick was the Sideclip's replacement.. $:-\$

Benner · **Reply #6 on:** January 06, 2009, 01:36:28 AM

Quote from: Leatherman123 on January 06, 2009, 01:33:49 AM

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i guess the skeletool is the "new" sideclip

I actually think the Kick was the Skeletool's replacement.. $:-\$

You mean Sideclip.

And I agree.

Leatherman123 · **Reply #7 on:** January 06, 2009, 01:37:40 AM

Yep, my mistake!

cliosguy · **Reply #8 on:** January 06, 2009, 01:37:58 AM

Quote from: Leatherman123 on January 06, 2009, 01:33:49 AM

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i guess the skeletool is the "new" sideclip

I actually think the Kick was the Skeletool's replacement.. $:-\$

.....however a plain edge 154CM skeletool with a bit more symmetrical design is not a bad idea, right?

Poncho65 · **Reply #9 on:** January 06, 2009, 01:42:25 AM

What direction are they headed with any new tools?

Would they ever consider bringing back and updating any of there retired tools? (Like the MINI or Pulse)

Could they please bring back the old style sheath even if one had to buy it separate?

Are we gonna see any kind of a LM brand sharpening system like the Lansky or Sharpmaker?

Will they consider making any kind of extras (saws, awls etc...) for the bit holder or Surge's bit adapter?

and ask about flashlight's like Luke said

Well that's just a few I can think of right now

gafftapegreenia · **Reply #10 on:** January 06, 2009, 01:55:38 AM

WIRE STRIPPING PLIERS!

Adjustable wrench based multi.

Pliers made from actual tool steel.

Awl/Chisel for bit holder

Nutznboltz · **Reply #11 on:** January 06, 2009, 01:56:25 AM

1. Will we ever see interchangable components like Sog offers?.

That along with compound leverage has helped keep Sog near the top of the multi tool game and if Leatherman added swapable tools it would be amazing.

Benner · **Reply #12 on:** January 06, 2009, 01:58:31 AM

Why is it that you offer a 25 year warranty and not a lifetime one like some of the rivals?

Leatherman123 · **Reply #13 on:** January 06, 2009, 02:00:09 AM

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Why is it that you offer a 25 year warranty and not a lifetime one like some of the rivals?

Excellent question!!!!

Nutznboltz · **Reply #14 on:** January 06, 2009, 02:00:42 AM

2. How will they respond to Sog's assisted opening blades?.

Leatherman's biggest innovation to the multi tool was the outside accessible blades ( wave ) which Sog seems to have trumped and bettered with a/o, balls in Leatherman's court now.

Neil · **Reply #15 on:** January 06, 2009, 02:01:46 AM

Any plans for additional bladeless models and why isn't the bladeless Fuse even on the UK website

Who does Def have to sleep with for you bring back the Mini

Neil

Leatherman123 · **Reply #16 on:** January 06, 2009, 02:02:04 AM

I don't think a/o knives are necessary on a MT to be honest with you.

gafftapegreenia · **Reply #17 on:** January 06, 2009, 02:04:41 AM

How about something to fill the gap left by the PST?

Leatherman123 · **Reply #18 on:** January 06, 2009, 02:06:59 AM

I once sent a LM PST for repair, and they said if they can't fix it; it will be replaced with a Blast.. Maybe the Blast was the replacement?

gafftapegreenia · **Reply #19 on:** January 06, 2009, 02:08:52 AM

Quote from: Leatherman123 on January 06, 2009, 02:06:59 AM

I once sent a LM PST for repair, and they said if they can't fix it; it will be replaced with a Blast.. Maybe the Blast was the replacement?

I understand that is there intent, but its certainly a Thicker tool than the PST (Saw, Scissors) and doesn't have an awl. Leatherman doesn't seem to understand what a great tool an awl is.

prime77 · **Reply #20 on:** January 06, 2009, 02:09:49 AM

Are there any plans to make a updated Crunch?

Do you feel any pressure in todays economy and marketplace to produce tools overseas?
I hope the answer to this is NO.

hawkchucker · **Reply #21 on:** January 06, 2009, 02:10:57 AM

Ask him why wer cant get any Blast files. I really got to get two of them for my kicks!!

Leatherman123 · **Reply #22 on:** January 06, 2009, 02:12:05 AM

What do you mean by that, John? As far as I know, you can't get any LM implements without stripping another tool for parts..

Benner · **Reply #23 on:** January 06, 2009, 02:13:31 AM

Quote from: Leatherman123 on January 06, 2009, 02:12:05 AM

What do you mean by that, John? As far as I know, you can get any LM implements without stripping another tool for parts..

How can you do that?

gafftapegreenia · **Reply #24 on:** January 06, 2009, 02:16:50 AM

Quote from: Benner on January 06, 2009, 02:13:31 AM

Quote from: Leatherman123 on January 06, 2009, 02:12:05 AM
What do you mean by that, John? As far as I know, you can get any LM implements without stripping another tool for parts..

How can you do that?

YEA! What are you not telling us?