A multitool is an essential piece of everyday equipment for many people. It is appreciated by both ordinary civilians and military personnel. What basically is a multitool? In a nutshell, they are multi-functional pliers that fit in a trouser pocket and are also capable of replacing a number of different instruments and tools. For this reason, they are great for a variety of professions, including that of a soldier. One of the world's leading manufacturers of multitools is the Leatherman brand and it is their models that you will find in this category.
Military multitool - do you need one and to whom?
Soldiers and officers in other uniformed services have for years had knives and other knife-like tools permanently in their equipment to support their daily work (minor repairs, building shelter, paving the way). Previously, various types of elaborate pocket knives were popular among uniformed personnel; today, they are increasingly being replaced by compact and multifunctional multitools. Multitools for the military rarely differ from the versions designed for the civilian market, although there are models that have been developed to make it easier for a soldier to maintain a carbine, for example.
Which multitool for the military should you choose? - Leatherman's range
When choosing a multitool for military use, it is worth paying attention to the reliability, versatility and type of tools offered. Many soldiers and specialists in various fields are keen to choose Leatherman multitools precisely because of the above features.
Among the brand's products, for example, the Leatherman MUT model is worth mentioning. It is a multitool intended primarily for: the military, uniformed services and shooting enthusiasts. It is equipped, for example, with a tool for knocking out the pins holding the structure of the weapon, as well as a threaded hole in which a notch or brushes for maintaining and cleaning the weapon can be fitted. It is also worth mentioning that this model allows one-handed operation, giving the possibility to perform several actions at once. The MUT model also features a socket for interchangeable bits, and standard bits with tools for weapon handling are included, including jigs for setting ST300 sights or adjusting the musket.
Other models recommended for the military include the Wave model . This is a multifunctional tool with up to eighteen tools. The model features comfortable handles and the ability to open four tools at once, two of which can be opened with one hand. The multitool is made entirely of high-quality stainless steel. Inside you will find, among other things: two types of combos, chisels, two blades, knives, a saw, files, screwdrivers or two slots for interchangeable bits. The Wave Plus is the most popular multitool model and is a popular choice for both uniformed and civilians. It has been tested during operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Another interesting proposition is the Charge TTI Plus. In this model, on the other hand, up to nineteen tools are available. Like the Wave Plus model, it is made of high-quality stainless steel, while the handles are covered with a titanium alloy liner. Particularly noteworthy is the knife blade in CPM S30V steel, which makes the Charge TTi Plus an excellent alternative to a folding knife.
A multifunctional rescue tool in the form of the Leatherman Raptor Rescue multitool will also come in handy in uniformed and military work. This is not a typical multitool with pliers at its heart. In this case, the central tool is the rescue scissors, with which you can easily cut bandages, dressings or cut through the outer clothing of an injured person. This model also features a ring cutter, glass breaker, belt cutter and oxygen cylinder spanner.
When choosing a multitool for the military, it is worth considering the weight of the multitool, the size, as well as your own needs.
