LEATHERMAN, Super Tool 300 Multitool with Premium Replaceable Wire Cutters and Saw, Black

I was first introduced to Leatherman products when I ordered the Wave a few months ago on a whim. Previously, I had been a huge Victorinox fan. My wave changed everything. I wore it every single day on my belt. I work as a grocery store cashier, so I didn't get many excuses to pull it out, other than to open a box of bags or to open up the self-checkouts to trouble shoot them. Occasionally, a customer would ask me to open a particularly tough package that their merchandise came in. Nevertheless, I had my eye set on the Super Tool 300, the beeftiest and manliest member of the Leatherman crew. My best friend's birthday came, giving me the excuse to ditch my Wave. He loves it and now wears it every single day. At the time, I had a hard time justifying the cash to acquire a new tool. I don't think I need to explain this to any other Leatherman fans, but I felt downright naked during the two or three weeks I went without one. Finally, I ordered my ST300. This thing is quite beefy, much larger than the Wave. I had owned a Core before returning it and ordering the Wave, but this one seems a bit beefier than the Core. The pliers are perhaps the most prominent feature. It's just like a full size pair of pliers. Just as comfortable to grip, too. The wire cutters are extremely durable as well. I cannot comment on the saw or the serrated blade, as I prefer to save them until they are absolutely needed, but the straight blade comes factory sharp and is easy to sharpen. There are three assortments of flat head screwdrivers, which might seem redundant, but can be quite useful. The largest one is great for prying things open. The philips head is a decent size and will fit most everyday uses. The bottle opener is completely useless as it will not fit any actual bottles. The can opener will work, but as with the saw and the serrated blade it is recommended to preserve them for when you really need them.This all being said, this is a great tool and recommended as an EDC (every day carry). Much tougher and more durable than a Swiss Army Knife (don't waste your time with these, Victorinox fans are either pansies or just don't know any better). The only advantage you'll find on a SAK is the bottle opener. You'll be much happier going American made with the Leatherman. Not to mention the Leatherman warranty support is amazing. Even if you abuse your tool, they'll replace or fix it within the 25 year warranty at their expense.. Try getting that from Victorinox. I snapped one of the blades on my beloved SAK years ago (as I would later learn, SAK blades are much softer steel than most knives) and they wanted the price of the knife just to fix it. No thank you.Stay American made, get a Leatherman. Get the Super Tool 300 unless you absolutely need instant access to the blades. I don't even really miss the extra few seconds to access the blades on my Wave.

I once laughed at people carrying multi-tools. Until I was given one by my father. I didn't laugh anymore. My current Leatherman Super Tool 300 literally changed my life. I found I used it everyday at some point and if I forgot it, I'd turn around, go home and get it. Having no 'tool' at the ready, just wasn't going to happen.I've got several of the smaller Leatherman tools, and they just sit in the drawer, while the Super Tool 300 is used daily. Sent one of the Wave's back because it was still under warranty, after I'd broke the knife blade...it wasn't repaired, it was completely replaced with a new one. So when my old Super 300 broke the tip off the pliers (pulling/wedging a pin out of a tractor jack), I didn't even think about sending it in for repair. Then I wore out the wire cutting inserts. Then using the screwdriver tips for leverage, they broke off... All the damage done was my own fault, not a design flaw of Leatherman.Thought for maybe a minute should I send it back for replacement, or just buy another. Seeing as this tool has gotten me out of serious jams, and been so reliable, couldn't see having it tossed into a garbage bin and a new one arriving.So, we got a brand new one. This one will find a place of honor in my shop.IMHO, the Super 300 is the pinnacle of Leatherman heirarchy. It's beefy, strong, and ready for anything. I stopped flying commercially after 9/11 because they weren't allowed on aircraft. IF I were dropped anywhere in North America with my Leatherman Super Tool 300, I have no doubt that I could survive, and even thrive.Worked in AK as an NPS Backcountry Ranger for a decade, and this Super Tool 300 was by my side every single day. Work and day off. On one patrol, I forgot it at a rest break, and didn't discover the loss for five miles. I backtracked across the high alpine tundra to the location, found it, and it was one of the best days ever.My only complaint with the old Super Tool 300 was the leather scabbards never lasted long, with daily use. Bought new leather scabbards on Amazon made by Leatherman, but they lasted maybe six months before being destroyed. Hopefully, this new cordura nylon case will last longer. If not, I've gotten use to buying third party scabbards.Would I buy it again? Yes, in maybe 20 years or so, when I wear this one out.

A must have for people who like to be prepared. I carry this in my backpack that I bring to work and I have had to use it numerous times. Its well made, easy to use, and has most of the tools you'd need in a pinch. Its not too big or heavy. You can toss it in a bag and forget its there. Works great and it work the money.

I've owned most every multi tool that Leatherman has made and this one is by far the stoutest and most usable of all of them.