Leatherman Fuse Tool – More Capable When Compared With The Less Expensive Leatherman Kick But Thinner And Lighter Than The Leatherman Blast
The Leatherman Fuse is the middle child in a selection of a trio of pocket tools Leatherman introduced in 2004. It is more capable than the less expensive Kick, but thinner and lighter compared with the Blast.
All three options have a clear likeness to each other, and all make use of the same improved stronger elliptical plier head. (In addition to the Leatherman Charge and Leatherman Wave).
The pliers on the Leatherman Fuse are identical in width to my previous Leatherman PST, but then the pivot area is the considerably wider and tougher. Having used the Fuse on various odd jobs at home, I of the opinion that that this extra width got in the way at all. With a bigger wire cutter area too, I feel the brand new plier head design is a vast improvement.
If you are more used to the older Leatherman series, the one thing that jumps out at you about the Leatherman Fuse is its handles. Plastic grips with rounded edges have been molded in along the sides, making the pliers far more easy to hold on to than the former plain steel edges. A series of finger grooves has also been introduced, which will help keep the item from sliding when your hands are damp.
In one handle, the Leatherman Fuse features a set of scissors, a Phillips screwdriver, plus a cap lifter/can opener/wire stripper combo blade. The scissors are good, but they are a step backwards if I am honest. For some reason, Leatherman USA has made them smaller than the old Wave scissors, with a considerably shorter cutting stroke. I liked the previous ones better.
Much improved however, is the Phillips screwdriver. In a different way to those on cheap imported multi tools, it has a really useful appearance to it. It’s also plenty long enough to work on recessed screws within the battery storage area on my child’s latest toys.
The opposite handle has a clip point knife blade together with a couple of flat head screwdrivers, also a impressive length.
Speaking of long tools, this balde should be titled the Crocodile Dundee of multi tool blades, with significantly more reach than that of early multi tools in its sector. What a knife!
But compared with its cheaper cousin the Kick, the only extra function the Fuse has is its scissors. In my opinion sucks. Why didn’t Leatherman leave the silly lanyard ring off the Fuse, and replace it with a good diamond file. I often need a file, and prefer not to carry a multi tool without one.
One worthwhile point about the Fuse blades; they have safety locks. As it has the same rocker switch lock that Leatherman initially employed on the Crunch, every tool locks securely into position with an audible click. I know, I carried an original PST without locking blades for more than ten years. But it’s like power steering on lorries; once it became an option, it makes no sense to do without. Locking blades are totally necessary in my opinion.
Leatherman Style CS – A Completely New Leatherman Multi Tool Similar In Looks To The Established Leatherman Skeletool CX
Leatherman is shortly to release the hugely anticipated Leatherman Style CS Multi Tool, a compact keychain size gadget that’s stuffed with handy functions.
Labelled as the miniature Skeletool CX, ~keyword1~ boasts a total of nine excellent options into its incredibly low in weight and compact frame.
With a closed size of less than 3 inches and tipping the scales at a mere 1.45oz, the Style CS is tiny, feather light and suitable for carrying on a purse. Despite the fact that the Style CS isn’t as light and short as the Style, it compensates for this with a series of added tools and features.
The ~keyword2~ features a stainless steel frame and glass filled nylon handles. From what we have seen so far, it appears as though the Style CS, with its fold open design could be somewhat bigger and more chunky in comparison with the entry level Style, basically because it is equipped with a higher number of tools. We doubt that a number of consumers will not mind this in any way as the scissors on the CS seem very robust with sizable wide blades and lots of available leverage.
Leatherman Store based in the UK is now accepting pre orders on the Leatherman Style, the ~keyword3~ and a few other completely new Leatherman goods as well. Leatherman Store advertises free laser etching and free UK postage to all shoppers and is hoping to ship all pre orders at the end of May 2010. The Leatherman Style is listed in 4 anodised colours – pink, red, blue and black.
Based on its price point, its tiny size, low weight and handy tool line up, the Style CS is expected to be a hugely popular inclusion to the Leatherman series. The Leatherman Style is currently being listed at £34.95 by Leatherman Store and they are advertising a total number of 12 characters for engraving purposes.
Leatherman – The Company That Specialises In Preparing People For The Expected And Unexpected Has Launched Its Newest Line Of LED Lights Labeled As The Monarch Range
Leatherman Tool Group – the manufacturer that specialises in preparing people for the expected and unexpected has launched its newest line of LED torches badged as the Monarch Series.
On the heels of Leatherman’s successful introduction of top end Serac LED flashlights, this all new line will focus on value for the daily carry light consumer.
Leatherman’s torches, just like our multi tools and knives, feature a load of applications, says Senior Design Engineer, Mark Caniparoli. With the new Monarch lights we’ve created four models that are brilliant for the daily user whether its on the job or on the family holiday. And despite the fact you may not be in an extreme environment, you still want great functionality and strength and these torches without a doubt offer this.
The design team has manufactured four models, the Monarch 200, Monarch 300, Monarch 400 and Monarch 500 Leatherman Torches all function using common battery sizes and have easy-to-operate, one-hand, tail switch on/off functionality. All four Leatherman Flashlights have been constructed with 6061-T6 aluminium making them lightweight and offer maximum durability.
Output Regulation by using Advanced Circuitry:
Output degradation on a number of flashlights starts immediately after the torches is first switched on. Because of Leatherman’s advanced circuitry design, the Monarch 300, 400 and 500 keep a strong, output for a lengthy time before gradual light dissipation begins.
Extra Power, Reduced Weight:
The tiniest keychain model, the Monarch 200 weighs less than an ounce and creates a handy 6 lumens – perfect for lighting the way from the car to the store, office, or home. The Monarch 300 and 400 are great handheld sizes. Both require only a single battery and generates 20 and 40 lumens respectively. The largest model – Monarch 500 is less than five ounces and produces a powerful 100 lumens.
One Great Deal:
The Monarch series of lights are offered from £14.95 to £50.95 and come with a 10 year guarantee. All four models is for sale at Leatherman Store with free laser engraving and UK postage.