Minimalist Multi Tools - An idea I think Leatherman should explore.
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- One thing I like about the Gerber Armbar and Armbar Slim is their minimalist approach. While those tools do need to be refined in my opinion, they offer a solution for those that don't necessarily want to carry a plier based multi tool. This is an idea I feel Leatherman should explore. To highlight how this could be made into a viable option, I have taken apart the Leatherman Signal to illustrate how I think this tool could be manufactured.
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Have you ever just thought: "I think I want to make my own line of tools". I know I sure have.
All the time! Just takes more money than I have!
So much. Thinking about modding my tool to such an extent it would effectively be a new tool.
Almost every multitool has several things that make me go "why on god's green earth did you think this was a good idea?"
I did and just got an Ozark Multiforce to play around with modding. I'm now thinking that a onesided Leatherman with a Tshank adapter (and they get rid of the awl of the onesided Signal) + scissors would be killer. The reason for this is because they could add a bit adapter that's an awl and just accesorize it. T-shank allows us to add either a saw or a file! Potential for that is CRAZY GOOD!
You guys should Check the youtube guy modding the swiss pocket knives! :D might find some inspiration there :D
@@Sanisfaction the only issue I have with modding SAKs is that it's a bit annoying to remove the pins due to having to use a dremel :P
Would be fun to see a "knife companion" tool. A lot people carry a folder anyway, so the tool could have a diamond file(for sharpening the knife), ferro striker, bit drivers, saw, etc.
I like having pliers on me so I think the perfect minimalist knife companion for me would be Style PS that also had a diamond file... might be a fun DIY project now that I think about it.
Seems like that might be more of a specialized tool, not a general use tool. Good idea nonetheless.
Victorinox SAK sitting over there being like: "Am I a joke to you?" lol
Lol. I get it, but I think Leatherman could build a locking version of minimalist multi tool that would give a SAK a run for its money.
@@txtoolcrib I was just teasing, btw. I like your ideas and think you're right on!
Oh I know, all in good fun!
@@txtoolcrib I think you're wanting two different things. you want minimalist, but you also want a large pry tool? a pry tool should be a specialized piece of equipment. a multi tool/knife shouldn't be used like that. if you need a pry tool so often that it needs to be edc, then you need to get a small nail puller/pry tool. it shouldn't be a part of your multi tool. there will *NEVER* be a perfect edc tool, so let's not go adding unnecessary equipment where it doesn't need to be. if you think this is a good idea, then I'm assuming you're one of those idiots that thinks the multi tools with a built in hammer is a good idea. I mean, you *CAN* fit a square peg into a round hole, but why bother?
Well first of all, let’s clear one thing up. I am nowhere in the vicinity of being an idiot.
You seem to be making quite a few assumptions on what I want. I’ll tell you what I think the ideal minimalist tool would be for me. A solid one handed opening knife blade is the first thing. Second, would be a capable fold out driver, similar to what the Armbars from Gerber do. Finally, a decent package opener for both boxes and clamshell packaging would most benefit me personally. An awl and scissors would be nice, but I could live without them. Lastly, all tools would be locking and it would incorporate a deep carry clip.
I think that a blade, scissors, and driver for a 2-sided bit, possibly with a little slot to store one extra bit, would be great.
That could work, though I would like to see a large driver / pry tool as well.
@@txtoolcrib Have you seen the Leatherman Free T2 and T4 yet? They are more like the Gerber Armbar Drive
Really this is called a Swiss Army knife.
@@txtoolcrib Actually working with someone to make this happen!
@@chrischase6793 Not worth it for the price. T4 is $70! You can get a Victorinox Mountaineer for $40 with the same toolset & more!
"...man made materials" 3:33 nailed it, i mean the thought. Man made materials, exactly! Brilliant, along with the rest of this video. I hope Leatherman is watching. I went to subscribe, duh, I already was. So I clicked on the bell! Cheers!
I really hope you have popped up on Leatherman's radar by now, some of the ideas you have suggested could be so profitable for them, and make a lot of multitool fans happy.
I definitely want something like what you're describing. Leatherman really should hire you for their R&D team.
I don't think I would last....lol. I am not the most politically correct person.
@@txtoolcrib Your a man after my own heart..
Have a good one.
Leatherman are notoriously close minded to feedback ☹️
If leatherman r an d was listening we would know it I am sure they don t even watch those vids because those engineers are snobs same for victorinox not bringing back the original yeoman in alox and also plus scales 😤😤😤😭😭😭
For the gerbers i could not more agree with you a clip and locking tools and it would be in my pocket for sure
It's good to hear an opinion that offers alternatives for a manufacturer to consider, rather than just tearing down an established tool/combination. Keep up the good work, my friend.
I saw MaxLvl EDC’s video and I thought it was a brilliant idea! I’m excited you’re taking it a step further and suggesting for Leatherman to actually make them! I’m crossing my fingers hoping Leatherman is watching! I never bought the Gerbers because I imagined I was going to get frustrated with them not locking! I’m glad you made this video, I hope Leatherman responds with a minimalist multitool! :)
Definitely agree. Love smaller minimalist multitools. I’ve actually been pretty disappointed by the last few tools leathermen has put out. The signal is great! But the whole free line I’m not a fan of. The rebar is seems cheap but I think that’s the point. Very entry level, I get it. And then the new bond is completely pointless. Like I get it’s nostalgic I guess, but definitely a step backwards compared to the wave+. Pretty much any leathermen tool moving forward that doesn’t have a bit driver is a let down for me.
The wave, surge, signal and mut are definitely their best tools. Anything new should be based off of those models in my opinion.
What I’d like to see, and I know it would sell very well is a dedicated multi tool that’s dedicated to tradesmen. Give me pliers that have wire strippers, give me a nut driver, options for Allen wrenches, pop out mini level, magnet for finding studs, even a damn electrical tester.. I could go on! Release a “tradesman” line and have ones dedicated to electricians, plumbers or hvac/r guys. I ask people about it on jobs sites and I know people would buy them.
Ben, you are totally spot-on. Leatherman technically did something like this with the Free T2/T4. But the tool selection wasn’t right. It should be... knife, scissors, driver, prybar and maybe a pointy awl. Keep it reasonably light and give it a pocket clip. The SOG PowerPint is proof that you can pack a ton of locking tools in a small package (although the poor scissors and lack of slotted driver/prybar keep the PowerPint from being a top-notch edc tool).
I was always lack luster on the T series. I agree that the PowerPint is a pretty good, and very compact tool, though the tool quality could stand a little improvement.
Excellent idea, I hope that Leatherman is listening. I have owned both the Armbar Drive and the Armbar Drive Slim and although the slim was an upgrade, its not perfect. I ended up gifting mine away to friends. Basic tools like a locking driver, locking blade, scissors, and the combo tool would be a good set for me. Maybe a bottle opener if there is room. Thanks
I would love to see Leatherman make multitools with an easy system to option tool in and out. I think an ala cart style that let you pick whatever tools you wanted would be ideal. The pliers would be the basic frame and you could add in whatever tools you wanted. You could build out your multi tool for whatever you need it for with NO useless tools.
This would kill the multitool business model. Nobody would buy any of the prefabricated models when you can just order exactly what you want.
@@thebiggestpanda1 Actually, no it wouldn’t. People still like to own multiple multitools and if you could retrofit them with the tools exactly the way you want, then each tool would be job specific. The companies that make multi tools we continue to sell multitools as before. The customers would just be happier with your purchases. I’m not sure if you know this, but people buy dozens and sometimes hundreds of knives it all cut the same. People just like knives and multitools, so they keep but buying them. Welcome to capitalism!
Goat tools is working on that. It's worth checking out! They have TH-cam videos.
@@thebiggestpanda1 technology progression in action. I’d love a skeletool style knife based multitool with scissors and their bit driver.
Even a custom shop they lock down would get a lot of attention.
I think that would almost be a perfect tool the way it is. I would loose the diamond file and possibly make it an extra bit carrier and have all the tools lock. Priced reasonably I think Leatherman would have a hit on their hands!
Absolutely brilliant.
For me a perfect "minimalist" tool would be a Skeletool CX that also had a pair of scissors. In fact, I would prefer scissors to the extra driver bit that's stored in the frame.
I'm with you. I think the solution is a micra on the keys paired with a skeletool.
@@MethodOverRide Micra is fantastic, but the victorinox manager paired with the CX has been perfect for me. I have loved the magnetic Phillips on the manager
@@MethodOverRide My solution is actually a Style CS on my keys along with my Skeletool. Marginally better form factor as a keychain. I think its discontinued now though.
good thinking man. I’d love to see them release a new CX with spring-loaded scissors in place of the pliers
Great video, good insights.
I would like something like the Gerber but with a locking screwdriver and a good prytool.
I completely agree with you. I do carry a letterman skeletool which has a minimalist feel with only the blade, bit driver, cap lifter, and carabineer but it also has a set of pliers. I can see them ditching the pliers and adding an awl or scissors to that.
Agreed. This is a great idea something I would like honesty would be scissors file and the bit driver. I would prefer no blade and carry this as a compliment to an edc folder the way I carry my multitools and Saks now. If there was a blade a serrated sheepsfoot would be preferable as a secondary knife. Great video 👍
I would buy that. Looks really good.
The T-Shank adapter from the Surge.
Awesome idea! Send this to leatherman and hopefully they see this. 👍
I did this with the Ozark trail multiforce from MAXLVL EDC, I love it so I have a knife locking, driver locking, saw locking, can opener, scissors, flathead/pry tool, wire stripper.bottle opener.so in it's case I carry a Gerber dime with the multiforce pocket knife the driver extension and my i3 eos flashlight hooks right on the bit driver side so it's still under the retension flap.its light and I have everything I need constantly haha 😂
wow I've used my weatherman since 08/09 and it recently died. Searching for reviews on getting a new one I came upon this video. That orange Gerber looks like it has everything I normally need. Shame the driver doesn't lock but definitely going to pick one up, thanks for the video!
I did this to a rev. Had kicking around and put all the tools from the non knife part into the spine of the part I wanted. Looks good.
I’ve been extremely happy with the Gerber armbar slim though it did take a little while to loosen up and break in specially for the bottle opener which was difficult to open at first the knife opened fine with two hands until it wore in now I can easily open with one hand. Haven’t found the lock necessary for the driver but it would still be a nice feature for future models.
100% agree! Aside from suppliers the main reason I carry a Leatherman is for the knife, scissors and driver with interchangeable bits. And a can opener. The knife even is not that important because most people carry a dedicated Blade. Size and weight is the main reason that my Leatherman isn’t always with me for every task
The pliers Not suppliers
Gracias, muchas gracias por la idea. De verdad que es inexplicable e increíble que Gerber no se haya molestado en ponerle bolqueo ese buen diseño, ya no digamos a la navaja, sino tan siquiera al Armbar... Muy extraño.
Gustoso hubiera pagado el sobrecosto por el bloqueo.
Nice idea! The should explore that
my friend just picked up a broken plier leatherman and did this same thing with it. He even made some adjustments and took some tools from the other arm as well.
Very promising ideas ! Great review! Thanks! Очень перспективные идеи ! Отличный обзор! Спасибо!
Love my milwaukee with screwdriver, leatherman bits work with it, still want a leatherman wave one day though. Love the review!
Interesting idea. The one critical tool that I MUST HAVE in a multitool is decent pliers.
I carry a leatherman free t4 every day and honestly it's the best compact multi tool I've ever used. I have no use for pliers and this has basically everything else you could want. Including halfway decent tweezers. It's a little chunky but it rides in the pocket just fine
I carry a SAK Hercules. it's got a unique long phillips screwdriver, small pliers and a locking blade. FANTASTIC tool 👍
I think they've delved into that minimalist tool realm with the K2 and K4 tools. If you consider them as Leatherman dipping their toes in the minimalist tool water, then dependent on how successful they were, which if I'm not mistaken were pretty popular then there's a solid chance more minimalist tools we'll be on the horizon from Leatherman.
Great idea and yes, decent scissors.
Thanks
I love having a quality knife on me, and wanted something like this for work. Having a screwdriver on hand at all times is very handy. These multitools are pricy though, and the Milwaukee fastback gives me the bit driver, and being a utility knife means I can abuse the edge a d replace as necessary.
This is a really good concept to carry a knife/screwdriver + a set of regular pliers instead of having a pliers multi tool cause most people also carry a folding knife anyway. If they just focused on making it a really decent knife, and just do a fixed bit holder like on the skeletool on the other end. and another hole sideways for a 90 degree position. Maybe if there's room left over, have some storage spaces inside the handle for more bits.
That's a pretty decent concept.
Interesting... Some good ideas 💡
Thanks.
They have touched on these with there newest offerings, id like to see something like this though to. Thumbs up
Thank you
I love these minimalist multitools for slimming down the edc
Which is why I think Leatherman should explore the idea of designing more of them.
@@txtoolcrib I wonder if we all link your TH-cam video to leatherman it would be an option they would explore?
Maybe, you never know.
Would like to see this done with the Wave. Knife, saw, scissors, can opener and screwdrivers. Heck I've got an old almost worn out Wave, maybe I'll give this a try myself.
I'd swap out the can opener on the half-signal for a rebar saw; perfect hiking tool. I have a half-wave setup the same way, knife, saw, awl, bit driver with a ferro rod as a lanyard bead; its fantastic.
There's a modular multitool system from GOAT Tools on Kickstart, though I don't like the big circular holes in many of the unit tools.
Great concept and review. I would like to see a modern day revival of the Mini Tool.... maybe a take-a-part unit would challenge Tim and his design team.
Thank you, I think it could be viable.
I agree on the locking driver and on the full size I would like a pocket clip. That's my only issue. The scissors could be better but if you sharpen them up some they aren't terrible
Great idea! Or they could make it a feature on the original tool to be able to come apart with some optimization of the tool's and their placement to optimize the feature even more
Great idea
I think it could work, which means Leatherman will probably never make it.
100% agree, I love my MUT but its a bit bulky for every day carry. Would be nice to have a more EDC friendly option
Something I have wanted for years is a minimalist multi tool with Leatherman quality/build (SAK is fantastic but I just want a better blade) that’s about the size of the SAK medium sized knives
The reason being is I don’t use a dedicated pocket knife much. I use a flashlight more. And having both my pocket knife and flashlight clipped to my right Jean pocket, rubbing against each other, and minimizing space where my hand enters my pocket is something I’ve just learned to live with.
That’s why I would pay good money if one was made that included all of the features the Victorinox Rambler has, but was beefed up to the degree of the Gerber Armbar
I still want the bit exchanger, I use mine a lot, my charge scissors are only good for paper, so no on that. I would like an up graded blade even if it cost more.
I would say add…
Locking true 1/4 inch driver
Good Scissors
A diamond file
Little pry spot off the frame
Definitely a straight blade with good steel no less the 154cm preferably 20cv.
Oh and good tweezers.
O my god. I was thinking about something like this. Take my money leatherman.
I still carry my Ps01?
Tiny Lm keychain piece with a small blade, scissors, file/screwdriver and tweezers .
Even when I can't carry a knife knife, it's a handy wee thing.
I wish you could do the same thing with the Skeletool CX. Seems like the construction would allow it but the pocket clip is on the side wrong side and the Carabiner/Bottle Opener is needed to cover the bit when installed in the bit driver. If there was a option to split the CX I would snatch it up in a heartbeat! As it stands the CX is on my short list of next knife/multi tool to purchase. Maybe the clip can be moved and I can find a cover for the bit.
With a saw, scissors I'd buy tomorrow.
Keep em coming Ben. Love this channel.
Thank you, I appreciate it!
1/2 of the Leatherman Signal reminds me of Victorinox Swiss Soldier’s knife…It has locking tools,pretty solid looking…..
I think if they had most of the tools in the free t4 but slim it down to this footprint, and not have the magnetic portion, that would be nice
I know its still a kick starter but take a look at the bit bar inline from big idea design as a slim pocket screwdriver to pair with your favorite pocket knife, or since its not out yet I still use the 6 in 1 fastback utility knife 48-22-1505 from Milwaukee it has a bit driver bottle opener wire stripper and extra blade storage without being to much of a pocket dominator, i am a big and tall guy with deep pockets though
I work as a technical services librarian, a back of the house job: I'm opening boxes, doing light maintenance on office equipment, unjamming staplers, etc. I carried a Juice S2 before the pandemic but rarely had to use the pliers and would definitely be interested in a better-made, more solidly constructed Armbar-type as you propose
Maybe one day!
Gerber came really close to what I want with their Armbar Slim tools -- close enough that I actually bought one of them. Armbar Slim Drive has a blade and a bit driver. Armbar Slim Cut has a blade and scissors. But I want an Armbar Slim that has the bit driver and the scissors. I don't need another blade; I'm already carrying three of them. (And I don't need pliers, because I'm carrying a Knipex Cobra.)
I’d add that pry tool/ package opener from the p/t series and scissors snd I think you’d have a tool that can do it all
That might work. I think a driver/pry tool would almost be essential in a multi tool in this formant.
Brings up an interesting topic. I'd really like to see a Leatherman multitool that includes a med to full-sized pliers with a knife, driver and pocket clip but in a slim, lightweight design (titanium?). The Skeletool comes very close but I do not like the radical design elements. I'd love to see something similar to the original PST (or new Bond).
I like that idea quite a bit. If there is one tool that I would like to see redesigned for the 21st century, it would be the SideClip. I really enjoy how compact and easy to carry that particular multi tool is.
@@txtoolcrib Yes! Exactly! I had forgotten about the Sideclip! Perfect example. All it would need is an exterior opening main blade and it'd be good to go.Actually, looking at some of Leatherman's newer offerings, the Rev does not look too bad. Not sure of the width or weight though. Even the Squirt is interesting but it'd need to be upsized just a bit. Get with it Leatherman!!
Fit in a saw, switch the file for a fire steel, add extra bit holder, go to plain edge with 154. I’m sold.
I really like your idea and would love to see Leatherman or other mfg do this. I think Swiss Arm does something like this but it is huge and I don't think it has locking.
My current EDC multi-tool is a Milwaukee Fastback model# 48-22-1505 it has a locking Phillips /Flat screwdriver w/ ¼" drive, a Utility blade w/extra blade storage, a bottle cap lifter and a wire pocket clip. Really wish I could find one like it with a file and pry tool and a good pair of tweezers.
I'm surprised Leatherman hasn't come out with their own utility blade tool.
You’re definitely on to something. If I could just buy the handle with that set up as is, I would. Then shave down my keys and put them in where the plier head fits
Give me a folding screwdriver with a rock solid lockup, like the Axis lock. Bit with permanent magnet, with the shaft on the proper centerline of the tool. Knife blade folds into one side, can opener/bottle opener on the other. Tweezers slide into the end. Maybe an alternate version that swaps the can opener for a paint can opener. Maybe an alternate version that swaps the can opener for an eyeglass screwdriver. Not too many tools, so we can keep the handle as round and comfortable for driving screws as we can. Ship it with a hollow 'pen' with a threaded cap that has 5 more bits inside.
I agree with you, this is why I carry a swiss army knife in my pocket ,and a leatherman in my bag.
It has probably been said before but could you add the tools from the other handle to the spindle for the pliers all in one handle side.
I'm planning to do the same to a 20yr old wave as I need to shed some weight for a uk coast to coast through hike next year - I could do with carrying a non serrated knife, scissors, watchmakers screwdriver (glasses wearer) and a saw.
Any advice would be appreciated as I've only dipped my pinky into the pool of modification for the first time today and I'd rather not screw up my tool as it is a veteran of a couple of wars like me!
Cheers
I have a signal, and split it too, mainly because I added a knipex cobra to edc, so just needed an philips and a knife. This mod reduces signal 200ish grams to 70ish g.
Love my Gerber arm bar it stays in my truck at work as my dirty jobs tool.
That driver keeps me from carrying it.
Yeah I know what you mean. I would rather have a slip joint blade and the driver locking. As long as you don’t expect too much out of the driver it’s perfect for those little jobs I need it for like changing bulbs on my truck.
Anything Leatherman makes I’m up for 😊. Definitely, I would like a blade, awe, bit driver, tweezers and a pen (maybe like the key smart) at minimum. Dump the knife sharpener as it is a waste of space. Make everything have a lock mechanism. Oh and add the foot pounding tool. Common Leatherman you can do circles around Gerber
I think it would sell. I personally love the idea.
Victorinox has tons of different knives of different sizes and tool combos. They been on top of that for decades
I have no idea if the pry tool from ST300M can fit there, probably not but I would like it. Great video as always.
Thank you very much.
The Armbar is wobbly build, doesn't hold an edge, the driver has no retention whatsoever, the scissors are sub-par and the awl is out of place in such a tool.
I still carry it every single day since i bought it a year ago or so and actually really like it because it has exactly what i need on a day to day basis.
Give the driver a lock, improve the scissors, give it a little bit better of a bladesteel and then take my money Gerber. Or Leatherman, i don't discriminate.
Agreed.
Hello Ben - nice video - good ideas - I like the concept of including our favorite tool the package opener and scissors( perhaps Wave - style)...What do you think?
You know I love that package opener, and I think it would be right at home on a tool like this.
You should look at the Victorinox Cybertool S. It packs a lot more into the same form factor. They could incorporate their locking blade variant (from the Wenger designs). I suspect prime markets like England forbidding locking blades plays a part in not doing that.
love the LM coyote/black colours. Add a full size/3d bit driver and scissors. Add a second double 3d bit to the side.
Two drivers?
@@txtoolcrib no just one full size 1/4 driver instead of the current one and scissors. that gives you room for the combo tool and awl on the other side. maybe lol
While it can be seen in some GoFundMe originated products, at some point, one of the major EDC/Multi-tool companies is going to figure out that what customers want is a 100% customizable tool where everything from tool-material to color to one-handed versus two-handed opening, etc., etc. can be chosen by the customer: From the largest to the smallest level of detail. While modding is certainly an option, there are customers who have little time, skill sets, nor space/workshop equipment to do modding, but who have money to spend on getting the exact tool with the exact features they want. Obviously, I'm one of these and I can't wait for companies to catch on/catch-up with customer desires.
Yes!!
I'd prefer to have a longer "driver" in that space versus scissors. Much like the "center drive" or Leatherman bit driver extender.
Has anyone considered using the area vacated where the pliers were for key storage/organizing?
I'm getting a Gerber Armbar Slim Drive
Great idea, but I really like the standard bit driver on the Gerber rather than Leatherman's slim bits. The knife, bit-driver, bottle/can opener combo is great for me. If the Gerber was made with Leatherman quality (and locking tools), that would be perfect.
To me, the Skeletool already fits that niche. But If I was to get more minimalistic, I would say Leatherman missed it when they came out the Skeley KB. The blade, a bit holder at the butt of the knife, and the ability to hold 1 (2 better) bits.
How have you possibly missed the Leatherman Free K4? It seems to have everything you just mentioned. I own several Leatherman tools and recently bought the K4, excellent product!! It has become my EDC knife.
No, I own it. It is probably the only tool in the FREE series that I like. Namely because it doesn’t have a file combined with magnets. However, I am thinking of something that is more closely related to what Gerber is trying to do with the Armbar, only better.
OP please look at the Emerson EDC-1 multitasker it is EAXCTLY what you want, philips and flathead both lock at 90 and 180.
I would like to see a full bit driver that uses the plier friction lock mechanism on the plier side, and turn the current bit driver into a bottle opener and scissor. Keep the sharpener, but make it flat and then give the knife a plain edge
The Armbar bit driver is offset from the centerline of the rest of the knife. Which makes it very frustrating to use when trying to use it like a screwdriver. The pummel is quite efficient at putting a nail… into the underside of your fist should you miss hitting it.
I agree with every word
Instead of scissors or something different in the empty space, I'd like a driver similar to Gerber's. Just for the added reach. And, a non serrated knife.
How about modified some key to fit the space?
If the gerber tools shown had locking tools I would buy them in a heartbeat. U have to wonder what their designers were thinking?
That is exactly what I thought the first time I picked one up!
Minimalist Multi Tools - That's the reason why I carried and used my Free T4 every day for the last couple of years
T4 just doesn’t get it done for me, never has.
I'm looking at those tools for my ski touring setup. Just need a knife and a screwdriver as light as possible.
Does the bit extension fit in that open space?
The slim drive would be perfect if it had the locking mechanism for the driver and then instead of the blade they should put scissors! Perfect tsa friendly travel tool!!
Yes they need to lock, Gerber is notorious for getting this wrong. Leatherman has ventured out and does sell slim down models without pliers. Personally I would add tools to the signal, Because it is intended as a survival tool & it should do more. Great video catch you later.