Multi-Tools

Choosing a Multi-Tool

The right multi-tool depends on how it will be carried and what it will be asked to do. Full-size tools built around a pair of pliers give the most capability, with 15 to 21 functions, replaceable wire cutters and outside-accessible blades, and suit anyone who uses a tool daily for work, on shift or in the field. Pocket multi-tools trade some functions for a lighter, slimmer build that disappears into a trouser pocket. Keyring and wallet tools go everywhere without being noticed, and specialist tools such as rescue shears and wearable bracelets solve specific problems that a general-purpose tool cannot.

Leatherman and Gerber

Leatherman has defined the pliers-based multi-tool since the original PST in 1983. The current range runs from the keyring-sized Squirt and Micra through the Skeletool and Rebar to the Wave+, Charge+ and Surge, with the Free series adding magnetic one-handed opening and the Signal adding fire-starting and sharpening for outdoor use. Gerber's range offers a different approach, with the Suspension-NXT, Center-Drive and Truss focused on value, one-handed deployment and a full-size driver, alongside compact tools such as the Dime and Armbar.

Materials, warranties and service life

Multi-tools in this range use 420HC or 154CM stainless blades and stainless or anodised aluminium bodies, with bit drivers that take standard or proprietary flat bits. Leatherman tools carry a 25-year warranty and Gerber tools a limited lifetime warranty, and the accessories collection carries bit kits, sheaths, pocket clips and replacement parts to keep any tool in service.

UK carry

Most full-size multi-tools include a locking blade, which should only be carried in public with good reason, such as for work. Tools with no blade or with a non-locking blade under 7.62 cm (3 in) can be carried without good reason, and the UK carry-friendly collection groups these together. All bladed tools are sold to over-18s only with age verification at delivery.

Why buy tools from TacTree

We stock the full Leatherman and Gerber ranges for immediate despatch, with free UK delivery available and next day delivery on orders placed before the cut-off. Every tool is protected by the full manufacturer warranty, our in-house engraving service can personalise most multi-tools before they leave us, and our Rewards Club gives you points back on every order. If anything isn't right, our no-hassle returns make it easy to swap or send back.