Zombie hand coming out of the ground holding a Leatherman multi-tool. Zombie hand coming out of the ground holding a Leatherman multi-tool.

Multi-tools for Monsters

Multi-tools for Monsters

Leatherman multi-tools are made to last a lifetime. But how well would they hold up in the afterlife?

We believe even the undead need to be prepared for the expected and unexpected. After reviewing hours of footage and consulting with the experts, we’ve hit on a list of recommendations for each of the classic monsters.

Find out what each of these iconic creatures are EDCing this Halloween. Read on. If you dare.

Dracula sitting in a coffin using a Skeletool CX to fix it.

Dracula: Skeletool® CX

Elegant. Sophisticated. Sleek. That describes the most famous vampire of all time, Count Dracula (CD), and it also describes the Skeletool CX. We think it’s a perfect match. In spooky Verdant, preternaturally.

The Skeletool CX is very slim and lightweight, making it easy to carry under a cloak or when shapeshifting. We think CD would use his CX on high stakes repairs like tightening a loose coffin hinge.

Skeletool CX, an EDC essential Dracula can count on.

The Mummy using a Raptor Rescue to cut a piece of cloth.

The Mummy: The Raptor® Rescue

Adventurers and explorers have feared the Mummy's ancient curse for centuries. Stalking and punishing those who would disturb his tomb, this persistent revenant is only missing one thing in his search for revenge: The Raptor Rescue.

These sharp and ready trauma shears will help the mummy trim and repair bandages on the go.

With the Rescue at hand, the ancient mummy stays on the cutting edge.

Frankenstein's Monster using a Surge to tighten a bolt on his neck.

Frankenstein's Monster: The Surge®

The tragic creation of Dr. Frankenstein, this Monster is a patchwork of human parts brought to life by electricity. The Surge is the ideal multi-tool for the monster, as it is the largest and most powerful of the Leatherman family. The Surge also features our largest pliers, which come in handy for the occasional bolt tightening.

Frankenstein’s monster may be misunderstood but his choice of multi-tool makes perfect sense.

Zombies walking and two of the Zombies are carrying a Leatherman ARC.

Zombie: The Arc®

An undead horror that craves human flesh, the Zombie is a mindless and relentless creature that infects others with its bite. But even a haunted revenant needs a trusty multi-tool. That’s why we’d pair the walking dead with the Leatherman ARC.

The ARC’s MagnaCut® blade is forged to withstand even the most apocalyptic environments. And, best of all, thanks to FREE® Technology, all the tools on the ARC can be opened with only one hand.

The ARC is a home run with the walking dead. Truly a no brainer.

Werewolf sitting on a tree stump using the nail file on a Leatherman Micra to file his nails.

The Werewolf: The Micra®

Fated to transform into a blood-thirsty beast every full moon, the werewolf struggles to control his curse and to hide his secret from loved ones. So, discretion and secrecy are key. That’s why the easy to carry Micra is the ultimate multi-tool for the werewolf.

This keychain-sized tool includes spring-action scissors, a file and tweezers and more. That makes it a must-have for the occasional claw or scruff trim.

The Micra will keep the werewolf looking good and groomed from one full moon to the next.

The Invisible Man stranded on a very small island using the whistle on a Leatherman Signal to call for help to a nearby boat.

The Invisible Man: The Signal®

Meet the Invisible Man: the brilliant but mad scientist who discovers a way to make himself invisible and uses his power to cause chaos and crime. The Invisible Man is also paranoid and isolated, as he has no way to reverse his condition.

The Signal features survival tools as well as a fire starter and an emergency whistle.

Because sometimes even the Invisible Man wants to be found. Signal makes it happen.


About the artist

Mat Barton is a Portland-based designer and illustrator. See more of his work at matbarton.com or on Instagram.