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THOSE WANTING A HIGHLY capable multitool that’s also solidly put together, but without a steep price tag, should definitely consider the new Leatherman Bond that launched in South Africa in May this year.

Lovers of Leatherman tools will immediately recognise the classic design, which includes a range of fixed implements. But to keep costs down, none of the tools lock into place. There is also no wood saw, scissors or serrated blade, and the wirecutting tool doesn’t have any replaceable components, like the Leatherman Rebar, a comparable model with a higher price.

What you can expect, though, is highquality materials and workmanship – traits you can attribute to all Leatherman products. This is a back-to-basics multitool reminiscent of the first model created by brand founder Tim Leatherman back in the early 1980s. It has 14 robust tools, including needlenose pliers, regular pliers, hard-wire cutters, wire cutters, a wire stripper, a blade, an awl, a can opener, bottle opener, wood/metal file, Philips screwdriver, medium screwdriver, small screwdriver, and a ruler measuring 10 cm (or 4 inches). For ease of carry, there’s a pocket-clip attachment point, or make use of the included lanyard hole.

It might be a simpler Leatherman version to what you’ve seen before, but at only 176 g and made from durable 420HC stainless steel, it’s sure to quickly become your trusted companion while in the garage, doing chores around the house, at the campsite, or performing tasks at work.

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