After more than 18 months of research and collaboration
with competitive shooters and operational snipers, Leatherman has completed
development of the MUT; an everyday carry multi-tool with central features for weapon
maintenance. The MUT is
the first tool to combine both weapon’s upkeep and general utility tools in one platform, making it the
perfect tool for everyone from competitive and recreational shooters, to
military and law enforcement professionals.
Central
to the MUT are: the bolt override tool
to clear a jam without disassembly (also doubles as a hammer); replaceable carbon
scraper to keep the weapon clean and
performing at its best; replaceable firearm disassembly punch, the threads of which accept cleaning rods and brushes;
replaceable cutting hook for clothing, zip
ties, or cord; and interchangeable screwdrivers in the popular sizes for adjusting sighting systems.
Utility tools include: a knife; saw; needlenose and pliers; regular, hard and
stranded-wire cutters, a carabiner/bottle opener, and optics mount adjustment
wrench accessory.
During
the development process, the hallmark of Leatherman construction — application-driven
design and material choice — was proven by uniformed professionals deployed
around the world. Materials such as non-scarring bronze for the carbon scraper;
154CM steel that keeps an edge three-times as long for wires cutters; extra-large,
one-handed opening blade; and extra-long bits to reach into tight places. The
bits were sized specifically for adjustment to all current and last-generation
optics rings and pistol grips. In addition, quick and easy replacement logic
was built into the most commonly used parts.
The
Leatherman MUT will begin shipping in September of 2010 and will be available
in a Utility and EOD version. The EOD model has mil-performance-spec cap
crimpers, fuse wire cutters and a C4 punch (instead of the firearms disassembly
punch) designed for use by those in a breacher or EOD tech capacity. Both
models come with a mil-performance-spec MOLLE sheath and are covered under the
Leatherman 25-year warranty.
With
the continued popularity of the AR15 platform among civilian gun owners and military/law
enforcement’s need for a true maintenance-based utility tool Leatherman seems
to have found a very sweet spot indeed.
About Leatherman
Founded in 1983, Portland, Oregon-based Leatherman Tool
Group is known for producing the world’s most precisely engineered multi-tools,
knives, and lights. Leatherman’s engineering standards remain unmatched in the
industry today. With new products for trades, hunting, outdoor, fishing,
shooting and general purpose, the Leatherman tradition of innovation, tight
specifications and premium materials continues to endure.
