REVIEW – With regards to multi-tools, it’s exhausting to dispute that Leatherman is the chief on this class of EDC gear. The all-new Leatherman ARC multi-tool is formally launching on 10/17/2023, however we have now an unboxing of the Leatherman Arc and a primary look!
What’s it?
The Leatherman ARC multi-tool is a multi-tool constructed utilizing their FREE magnetic know-how with 20 built-in capabilities which is made within the USA and developed based mostly on buyer suggestions.
Specs
Dimensions
Closed size – 4.25 inch (10.78 cm)
Open size – 6.45 inch (16.39 cm)
Blade size – 2.76 inch (7.02 cm)
General thickness – .68 inch (1.7 cm)
Weight – 8.6 oz (244 g)
What’s within the field?
- Leatherman ARC multi-tool
- Belt case
- Bit set (9 double-sided bits) with holder consists of: Torx #10 & #15Torx #20 & #25Pozi #2 & #1Hex 1.5mm & 2mmHex 2.5mm & 3mmHex 4mm & 5mmScrewdriver 3/32” & 1/8” Robertson #1 & #2Robertson #2 & #3
Design and options
To begin with, the black and stainless-steel satin handles give a cool new fashion to the Leatherman ARC multi-tool. You’ll suppose that the stain end on the handles would imply no fingerprints or smudges, however yeah, they nonetheless entice prints and smudges. That mentioned, I don’t suppose most individuals who use multi-tools actually care about that sort of factor.
For the instruments, on one facet, you get a modified drop level CPM MagnaCut metal knife blade with a black DLC coating. When you haven’t heard of MagnaCut metal, it’s a brand new premium alloy that’s designed to maximise edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance.
The blade has a black end that appears sharp and it truly is sharp too! The knife additionally incorporates a thumb stud which makes opening and shutting the knife blade tremendous straightforward with one hand.
Additionally on the identical facet is a noticed blade, a can opener, and a bit driver. This is without doubt one of the instruments that many Leatherman followers have been asking for, and Leatherman delivered by including one to the ARC multi-tool.
The bit driver holds the bits with friction so it’s not tough to insert and take away the double-sided bits. By default, there’s a flat screwdriver/Phillips screwdriver bit put in within the driver.
Within the different deal with of the Leatherman ARC multi-tool, you could have a big file that’s diamond coated and can be utilized to clean wooden or metallic. The file floor is even on the underside fringe of the file blade. A thumb slot permits for a one-handed opening.
You additionally get a powerful pry device that has a built-in bottle opener, a pointy axe that has a built-in wire stripper on the base, a pair of small spring-loaded scissors, and there’s a tiny bit driver.
The small bit driver holds a dual-sided bit with flat and Phillips screwdriver ideas. This little device is ideal for these tiny screws in glasses and electronics.
A spring clip holds the bit in place and permits it to simply be eliminated and reinserted. I’d have favored to have seen an additional bit included for this slot for these just-in-case-I-lose-it cases.
The Leatherman ARC multi-tool has a heavy pocket clip that may be eliminated if desired.
The ARC makes use of Leatherman’s FREE tech which is designed to offer you one-handed entry to each function of the device even in case you’re carrying gloves. I personally have a little bit hassle deploying the instruments within the handles that require you to roll the pad of your thumb over the little tabs on the base of the instruments to raise and fan them out. I’m able to do that simply with the massive bit driver, however I’ve an issue deploying the can opener device beside it.
On the alternative facet, I discover it takes extra strain from my thumb to raise up the pry bar, small bit driver, axe, and scissors. I’m positive it’s only a dexterity and hand energy weak spot in my fingers.
Opening the pliers is simple and enjoyable as a result of magnetic handles.
Once you break up the 2 handles aside to interrupt the magnetic bond, you’ll be able to flip the handles round to open the pliers like opening a butterfly knife. It takes a little bit of apply, however when you get the motion down, it could possibly turn out to be a enjoyable fidget toy.
Watch my unboxing of the Leatherman ARC multi-tool
What I like
- MagnaCut blade
- Straightforward deploy blade and instruments
- Bit drivers
- 25 12 months guarantee
What I’d change
Ultimate ideas
I’ve solely had the brand new Leatherman ARC multi-tool for a couple of days, so I can’t actually converse to the longevity of this device, however I can say that it feels extraordinarily well-made and durable. I do know individuals who have been utilizing the identical Leatherman multi-tools for over a decade and they’re nonetheless going sturdy after heavy use. I don’t fear that the brand new Leatherman ARC multi-tool might be any totally different. I anticipate some individuals could complain concerning the value, however a fast seek for MagnaCut knives confirmed got here up with single-blade knives effectively over the value of the ARC which has much more performance. I believe any EDC gear head would take pleasure in proudly owning and utilizing the Leatherman ARC.
Worth: $229.95
The place to purchase: Leatherman (might be accessible on the market on 10/17/2023)
Supply: The pattern for this evaluation was supplied by Leatherman.
