Pliers-based multitool (Leatherman)
Herramienta multiuso con alicates (Leatherman)
- Date
- 1983 · confidence high
- Place
- Portland, Oregon, United States
- Credited to
- Tim Leatherman
- Field
- Tools
What it is
Folding pliers with several tools (screwdrivers, blade, file, can opener) stored in the handles. Tim Leatherman conceived it in 1975 on a trip through Europe, built a prototype and began selling it in 1983.
What it led to
- a pocket tool with pliers for hikers and soldiers
- everyday and field folding multitools
- multi-use knives for firefighters and security forces