Leatherman Builds A New Multi-Tool Just for Kids

I think it's a goodish idea, and not just for kids. I always carry a knife, so I welcome a multitool that doesn't come with the extra weight of a blade I don't need :D
 
Quiet said:
Much better, thank you. I am pretty interested in reading this. Speaking of which, going to do that now.

Edit: Pretty neat concept, although some of the commentors at the bottom have a point. If the kid was going to hurt someone with it, he'd just stab 'em with the scissors or rake 'em with the saw. I think some time spent in training would eventually side step the need for this item.
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Your welcome. I thought it was interesting and wanted to share it.
 
That's actually a pretty cool idea. Any indication what size it is? Comparable to a Juice perhaps?
 
Hmm, that gives me an idea. I'm gonna make a knife just for kids and call it the Oedipus.
 
I like the idea of getting kids interested in tools, and self reliance. The removable blade is unnecessary, in my opinion, but if that feature helps convince a few more parents to get one for their kids, then I'm all for it.
 
Cool model, for a problem that I'm not sure exists. I just gave my 6 year old her first knife, a Mora Clipper. She can only use it with me present, and with my guidance and instruction. I wouldn't change that with this new Leatherman for kids, I'd still be there supervising and instructing. They can get cut just as bad with either knife, and I have visions of a sibling's nose getting pulled with those pliers :)
 
That is pretty cool. I kind of want one... I think if I had a kid I'd still probably just get him a SAK/Mora first though especially since they make those with more rounded blades for kids too if you're worried about that sort of thing. I know my fear would be more about them somehow falling onto it rather than getting cut. Kids will find a way to cut themselves, knife or not.
 
Looks like an okay multitool for someone in the 8-10yr old range. As far as the fear of kids using knives as weapons goes, how secure is your kitchen drawer? If some kid really wants to find a knife (for use as a weapon) they will probably reach for whats in the kitchen (or a friends kitchen) before they go looking in their toolbox.
 
I think its kind of cool, I am thinking about getting on for my kids. But for 30 less dollars I could get them a wingman and supervise them so I dont know.
 
bpeezer said:
I think it's a goodish idea, and not just for kids. I always carry a knife, so I welcome a multitool that doesn't come with the extra weight of a blade I don't need :D
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I completely agree with this. Lately I've been looking for a small, knifeless multitool.
 
I like the design. The plastic handles won't get all scratched up like the annodizing can on the juice series though I hope its strong so kids don't drop it on a rock and crack it. I hope it really isn't going to be $50 though. Like Nic S. said I'd be tempted to get them a Wingman or Sidekick too, or even spend an extra $5 and buy them a leatherman wave.
 
Seems like a good idea. I'd prefer better screw-drivers, nothing is more frustrating to someone inexperienced than having a problem caused by a poor quality tool. I can imagine a kid getting upset when they strip a screw attempting to open a toy to change the battery or something. Having the solid plier design, as well as scissors and tweezers seems pretty good too. Nothing wrong with the blade shape, in fact I wouldn't mind having that blade on my tools.
IMHO any product more likely to get more knives into the hands of more kids is a winner. Even if its the kind of thing that only gets carried at grandpas house, or during camping trips or what have you, I can see this as a good way to slowly get more people understanding that multi-tools have a place in life.
 
It's about time someone has truly made an effort for the youngsters to learn knife skills. The plus is that such a great company has decided to step-up. Any word on country of manufacture?
 
K.O.D. said:
Hmm, that gives me an idea. I'm gonna make a knife just for kids and call it the Oedipus.
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Uh oh. I'm not sure it's a good idea to give a kid something like that because, as you know, Oedipus wrecks. :eek:
 
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Firestrike said:
It's about time someone has truly made an effort for the youngsters to learn knife skills. The plus is that such a great company has decided to step-up. Any word on country of manufacture?
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If it's a Leatherman, it will be made in Oregon with the file and plier head possibly imported from Mexico.
 
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