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Few brands in any industry dominate a single category like Leatherman dominates multi-tools. Since the release of its revolutionary Pocket Survival Tool (PST) in 1983, the Oregon-based company has done nothing but become the standard. However, now the brand has decided to bring its expertise and forward-thinking approach to the world of premium knives. Leading the five-knife, USA-made collection is the Blazer, a folding knife that will quickly be a go-to favorite for most.
While most premium folders use anywhere from 20 to 35 components, the Blazer uses just 12, bringing a minimalist quality to the silhouette. Sporting a 3.15-inch drop-point blade, the 3.7-ounce knife is extremely versatile. Featuring a hollow saber grind, the stainless steel of choice is the revered CPM MagnaCut, offering plenty of toughness, corrosion resistance, and edge retention. Leatherman could’ve easily gone with a more affordable steel for these knives, but instead goes with a premium steel, making it clear that it wants to be a major player in the category.
Balancing the blade is a 4.15-inch handle made from milled 416 stainless steel that’s been cored to save weight, finished with Cerakote for the Denim and Alpine colorways, or raw for a monochromatic aesthetic. The angularity of the handle brings an ergonomic grip but also gives the Blazer a unique look. Sporting a rectangular shape, the deep-carry pocket clip can be reversed, which is perfect for both left- and right-handed carry. The knife also comes with a lanyard bead that can double as a bit driver for Leatherman flat bits and 1/4-inch hex bits.
The Blazer also benefits from Leatherman’s new Compression Wedge Lock. Showing the brand’s willingness to keep innovating, this patent-pending mechanism uses a button that slides inward when the blade opens. This differs from a standard frame or liner lock, which might take a bit of getting used to. However, the Compression Wedge Lock is user-friendly but without compromising security when the blade is open or closed.
Along with the rest of the brand’s new premium knives, the Blazer is available now from Leatherman’s website for $300.
