SAK/multi-tool, with pocket clip, but *lightweight* ?

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I'm looking for something that I'm not sure exists, but maybe
I'm not aware of the possibilities.

In summer, I'm typically in shorts when not working; in winter, in sweats.
My well-worn Delica is always clipped to a pocket in either/all cases.
Yet, there are times I would like more tools than just the blade.

I carry a Leatherman Pulse in the belt pouch when wearing pants
with a belt, but that doesn't apply in the non-work situation. I guess
I'm looking for something like either a SAK or Leatherman sideclip, but
weight is a factor. I'm assuming the sideclip weighs about the
same as the Pulse, which seems a little too heavy to have clipped
to shorts/sweats.

Is the Leatherman sideclip the only multi-tool available with a
clip? I'm not aware of any SAKs that have one (?). If the
Leatherman sideclip is the only one of the "breed", are there
opinions out there as to how much you notice the weight when
it's clipped to your shorts/sweats? Like many have said, the
Delica is so light that I almost forget it's there. I guess I'm looking
for something that's not a whole lot heavier than that...

Thanks!
 
:) Definately getting closer to what I'm looking for... :D
It's the "I'm afraid of knives, but do you have scissors?"
crowd that this endeavor is aimed at.

I was, however, hoping for a couple more implements
(e.g. screwdriver tip(s), etc.).

I'm almost headed towards the Victorinox Classic. I
just wish it came in a version with a clip...

Thanks for any input~~~!
 
How about a Leatherman squirt or micra? I have a micra, very convenient and small tool...the squirt I hear is much better.

Edit: Sorry, realized it must have a pocket clip.
 
I carry my ARC AAA "clipped" to my left pocket with a spring clip attached to a short nylon cord loop. Would something similar work for you with a Leatherman Squirt?
 
How about an ultralight swisstech utilikey or sak classic (alox or regular) on a neck lanyard?? Maybe with photon too ? Just a thought.
 
The combination of the Leatherman P4 and S4 is very handy.

Gets you pliers, tweezers, scissors, screwdrivers, awl and blades. Sharpen one blade toothy, the other fine. No saw. No clip

And buying both will set back close to $50 at retail prices, $40 if you shop around.

Compact, light. Wonderful. You can grip with the pliers and use screw drivers at the same time. Very handy.

Get Normark to make you a clipping sheath to carry both if the clip is that important.

Phil
 
It´s easy to rig a clip with a small chain or cord to attach to the ring of a SAK, you clip it to your pocket and the knife hangs inside, out of the way but easy to take out.

If you wear a belt you can use a Victorinox belt hanger or loop, the SAK hangs from the belt inside your pocket and you can take it out easy.
 
I ended up getting a Victorinox money clip today at the Marlborough MA knife show - among other items. It's pretty much what I was looking for - thanks for all the suggestions! :)
 
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