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Tool Tales

January 2009

Core Back to Basics

I have owned many Leatherman tools in the past from the PST to the Surge with many in between. The Core is a back to basics design that works so well. The screwdriver bits are hollow ground for a better bite on screws, the Phillips is frosted for a better bite. The other tools were well thought out for most quick repairs. The cutters are hardy and able to take abuse from most all wires. What I like most is that no pieces to lose it all one piece. The only suggestion would be that one side of the file be a course diamond instead of the double cross hatched side. The quality second to none, simplicity of form and function will keep me in the Leatherman family for years to come.

Wayne D.
Bakersfield, CA

Core®

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The Leatherman Core has our most powerful pliers, some of our longest blades, and easy-to-use locks.

Surge®

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A real powerhouse, built with our largest pliers, longest multi-tool blades and easy-to-use locks.

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