Leatherman PST II

Pros: Long Warranty
Cons: Fragile Construction

My Leatherman PST II has been by my side for five years now. In this time I've found a variety of tasks both at home and work. Just don't expect to use it as you would a normal tool!



These types of multi-tools are designed...

Pros: Handy all-in-one convenience with a nice set of tools. Very sharp knife.
Cons: Very sharp knife (I’ve cut myself). The handle could be improved.

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I was given the Leatherman PST II as a gift a year ago. I have since repeated the “favor” by giving one of these to my brother (albeit a more souped-up version). This version has all the features I would want without extra bulk,...

Pros: Light; Plenty of Tools; 25 Year Warranty
Cons: Posi-Lock can be hard to unlock

I like to camp a lot, and I needed a new knife. A lot of people had recommended just about any type of Leatherman. I had narrowed it down to two knives, the Wave and the PSTII. The Wave has much more features I and would of wanted the Wave more but it...

Pros: Variety of tools in a compact, sleek tool.  Good blade, decent screwdrivers.
Cons: Tools don't fully lock, and may slip.  Scissors gum up over time.

Years and years ago my father bought me a Leatherman PST, but I had some problems with the pliers on it.  Leatherman honored their warranty; they didn't bat an eye, told me to send it in, and it was promptly replaced with a PST II.  Since then, ...

Pros: Compact, quality tool
Cons: Expensive

When I was in the military, the PST-II was invaluable. Now that I am a civilian, this tool hasn't lost any usefulness. It was so good I bought a replacement immediately when I lost it out in the woods. The serrated blade is very sharp and cuts through...

Pros: Tool selection,needlenose,size.
Cons: Non-locking,discomfort when squeezing pliers.

When they first came out,Leathermans set the standard. Now their age is starting to show when compared to other tools' features. The PST II has a good selection of tools(the diamond coated file is a nice touch) and I still think Leathermans have the...

Pros: BEST UNIT AROUND
Cons: little pricey, no tool lock

I have owned one of these for about three years now. I really do use it at least once a day. I have left the house without it once in the three years I've had it. I take it EVERYWHERE. I plan to get married wearing it. I'm a computer technician and...

Pros: Pocket size, well-made, handy set of tools in one sturdy package.
Cons: I don't recommend this tool because the danger of the tools moving around.

I think Leatherman tools in general are great - I have several. I bought the PST II for my wife for Christmas. She liked it and immediately started using it for art projects. But then I actually looked closely at it and realized that the tools DO NOT LOCK IN PLACE -- including the viciously sharp serrated knife blade. I promptly made it "disappear" and gave her another (more expensive) Leatherman that locks. This is going into the emergency box in the car.