Best Multi-Tools · #4
ARC
Leatherman
#4
ARC
Leatherman
Gear
Why it made the list
The flagship. MagnaCut blade steel, the FREE magnetic architecture that lets you open every tool with one hand, and a bit driver that accepts standard bits.
Pros
- MagnaCut steel holds an edge and resists rust
- True one-hand access to every tool
- Magnetic detents feel excellent
Cons
- Flagship price
- Heavier than the FREE P4 it evolved from
Best uses
- Premium EDC
- Saltwater and wet environments
- Hunting and processing
Where to buy the ARC
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