Leatherman 831085 Core Multitool and C33LX Knife Combo Set Review

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(More customer reviews)I needed a multi-tool to replace a general store (made in china) tool for my work as a theater technician. I looked at a few different models, the Core and Wave as my two choices. I was given the set (also a knife collector, appreciated the package deal) as a gift before I could decide on the purchase. I wanted a tool that I could use for a long time to be the "trusty" tool, not a pretty little thing that I would be afraid of damaging. The Core is just that; it is a brick. The tools themselves are good sizes (4 blades are a good 3.75") and are very thick. There are no flimsy little blades in sight. I was concerned about having to unfold the tool to get at the blades (as opposed to the Wave with has the 4 on the outer casing, nice touch), but with a little practice, I can get any one of them out quickly and with little effort. The pliers are a great side and join up perfectly. I have yet to try cutting wire of any sizable gauge, which is one place the generic tool fails miserably. The other tools, very similar in lineup to a Swiss Army (though larger), are easier to get at that I had expected. It is easy to open one tool as opposed to pulling all out on one side to get at the middle screwdriver. The tools sit inside the handle well, so one doesn't have to worry about having cuts after using the pliers. The Core is a bit large and heavy (4.5"x1.5"x.75"), but for the quality of the tools it holds, I find that a necessary sacrifice. In a pouch with a Maglite on the belt, it vanishes until needed. Overall, very pleased with my first Leatherman.

The C33LX knife that comes with the Core was a welcome addition. About the same size and use as one of my Buck knives and a Spyderco product. The blade is made of a very good metal and is sharp out of the box (though the Spyderco is much sharper, but more brittle as well). Lightweight and fits easily in a pocket. In that way, its transportability is great. The Spyderco came with a pocket clip, the Buck with a lanyard hole (silly for a 3" knife). The C33LX has a pocket clip (I dislike these, removed it immediately) and a carabiner clip folds away into the knife blade when unneeded. I love this clip and use it constantly to hang the knife from a belt loop. The handle is very light, but made of some weird material (see the product description above) that is slightly irritating to my hand, sort of a rough plastic coat. A bit more delicate than the Core, but works perfectly as an "always there if you need it" tool. For the price the combo is set at, the Core is worth the full price, the additional knife is a great bonus.

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Product Description:
Take our strongest tool and pair it with our slimmest everyday carry knife and you have a deal that's anything but skinny. The Core multi-tool features our largest strongest jaws/pliers and 17 additional tools in one, including hollow ground screwdrivers in the sizes professionals use. The Crater C33LX pocket knife is not only lightweight, but because we use VLF material in the 60% nylon-filled handle it's incredibly durable, and withstands most petroleum-based chemicals including DEET. And with the amazing ergo-grip handles you'll find on both products, it's going to be a toss-up which one you love putting through the paces more. On the job, or at home, this is one of Leatherman's hardest working combinations. The Leatherman Core multitool packs 12 essential tools into one compact, versatile, heavy-duty device. This 4-1/2-inch multitool has powerful new pliers, longer blades, and easy-to-use locks to keep your tool secure and your fingers safe -- and it's the first Leatherman to feature hollow-ground screwdrivers in the standard sizes. The redesigned Core features comfortable handles that are rounded to ensure a firm grip, and stainless steel construction with bronze and steel bushings. This multitool comes with a lanyard ring and a leather sheath. The Core features all-locking blades. They open easily with one hand -- just place your thumb at the base of the blade and rotate the knife until it's fully extended, which securely engages the locking mechanism. The locking mechanism is marked with a padlock symbol on the tool, and to disengage it, just squeeze it towards the handle until the blade slides past the lock. It's a simple feature, but it's one that guarantees your safety. To open and close the interior blades, just grip the handles and swing them open. Each interior blade can be lifted out by using the nail nicks or the thumb lifts. The Core features both straight and serrated knife blades; the straight blades can be sharpened with standard sharpening methods, so it's easy to maintain. The serrated blades are easy to sharpen too, but make sure you're using a sharpening system designed to accommodate the serrations.The Leatherman Core multitool packs 12 essential tools into one compact, versatile, heavy-duty device. This 4-1/2-inch multitool has powerful new pliers, longer blades, and easy-to-use locks to keep your tool secure and your fingers safe -- and it's the first Leatherman to feature hollow-ground screwdrivers in the standard sizes. The redesigned Core features comfortable handles that are rounded to ensure a firm grip, and stainless steel construction with bronze and steel bushings. This multitool comes with a lanyard ring and a leather sheath.Lightweight and reliable, the Leatherman 8601240 c33Lx Combo Straight/Serrated Blade Knife is a versatile tool that's easy to store in your pocket, pack, or toolbox. A simple, folding knife that's quick to deploy, the c33Lx is an economical choice for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're tackling a technical ascent on a remote peak or working on a project in the garage, this precision-crafted Crater Series knife is packed with design elements that help you get important jobs done. Sometimes, you don't need a toothpick, a pair of tin snips, or toenail scissor--you just need a strong, sharp, reliable cutting blade. The Crater c33Lx is a streamlined, folding knife with a sturdy, locking blade. Its durable, 60-percent glass-filled nylon handle is shaped and balanced to sit comfortably in your hand. And weighing in at just 2.38 ounces, the c33Lx will rest snugly in your pocket or pack.The in-handle storage system means you won't have to carry a sheath, and the knife's folding carabiner clip makes it easy to attach your knife to a belt loop or the side of your pack, so it's always on hand when you need it. Mariners who keep their tools on lines will have a special appreciation for this clip. And it does double-duty as a bottle-opener. You can also opt to secure your knife with the included removable pocket clip. In short, this knife was designed to meet the practical needs of active outdoorsmen, and it delivers

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