Leatherman 64010103K Micra Multitool
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Leatherman 64010103K Micra Multitool
Customer Review: An Amazing Find!
Summary: 5 Stars
This was actually an amazing find - literally! I found this amazing tool about two years ago on the street. I have a modest collection of specialty items and this one was my favorite. I'll explain what I mean by 'was my favorite' in a moment. In any event, since finding this little gem, I was never without it. Initially, I carried it with along with my Spyderco C11BK Delica. As a result on heightened security awareness, I was not able to carry my Spyderco as easily hence my Micra became my sole accompaniment.
It is a well-constructed quality piece where form and function are unsurpassed. Its appearance and micro size exude precision as well as make it very attractive, unobtrusive and easy to carry. Inversely proportional to its size, it functions masterfully. I have used it at various times and have always been pleased with its ability to perform and its durability. Advertised as a personal care item, it performs equally as well for general purpose use. The knife and scissor blades hold their edge well and leverage is not a problem. The tweezers grip action is sure, and the ability to position the handle to provide more torque to the screwdriver blades is nothing short of insightful.
All-in-all, a well-designed tool which expands the owner's resources and enhances his/her capabilities.
Now as to what I meant by 'was my favorite', I recently had to abandon my Micra. While checking-in at Logan Airport, I forgot that I had it with me and TSA security would not allow me through the gate with it. Having no time to return to my vehicle, I sadly had to abandon my Micra. Despite having made no initial monetary investment in acquiring my Micra, became quite attached to it and now feel naked without it - but not for long. I have just ordered a new one to replace my abandoned gem and I can assure you that TSA will never acquire this one as they had the previous.
Get one.
Customer Review: An accidental gem!
Summary: 5 Stars
I recently ordered the Leatherman Wave for my toolkit and received this little beauty for free as part of a promotion. I had never seen this item and certainly would not have purchased on its own. For that matter, upon receiving it I simply tossed it in my desk thinking it was along the lines of those little marketing pocket knives that companies give out at conferences. Boy, was I wrong.
I happened to grab tool one day when I couldn't find a wire cutter I thought had in my desk. I needed to snip a couple of wires and didn't want to go to get my toolbox so I thought I'd give this a shot - I'm glad I did. Not only did the scissors easily cut the wires, I ended up using it to strip the wires and re-attach everything with the screwdriver. After that, the tool immediately replaced the mini pocket knife on my keychain.
This unit is so small and unobtrusive that I don't even notice it on my keychain yet it does so much more than the knife I carried. The scissors are great - no, they aren't going to replace your Fiskars for paper cutting but they are sharp and sturdy and have done a great job on every thing I've cut with them.
Both the scissors and the knife blade hold their edge and sharpen very well and that from a guy who is not very skilled at knife sharpening. I have used both edges repeatedly for months and have only had to do minor re-sharpening on each twice.
I was a little upset that the tool did not include a Phillips head but the flat Phillips it does include has worked perfectly on every Phillips screw I've tried it on. Both the Phillips and the slotted blades are sturdy and the handle arrangement makes them very easy to use - even in tight situations.
I use this little beauty every day and am very happy I stumbled across it. It is very surprising how useful it is given its size. I've used this one hundreds of times while the Wave that I ordered has only been used once or twice. Despite that, I'm glad I bought the Wave - otherwise I would have never found this tool.
In response to another comment, no you can not take this on a plane (on your person or in your carry on) but you can stow it in your checked baggage. I hope I never forget to check this because I would hate to give it up to security. Just in case, I ordered a 2nd one as a backup.
Great little tool!
Customer Review: An incredibly handy tool!
Summary: 5 Stars
I got this for Christmas a few years back, and it's served me faithfully since.
Leatherman is a local company (I live in Washington State, Leatherman is in Oegon), and they make excellent products backed by lifetime warranties. I've never owned Leatherman products before I got the Micra, and I am very impressed!
This is one of the handiest tools I've ever owned or used. I've owned Swiss-Army knives for 15 years, and they are handy, but for its size, the Micra is handier! My Swiss Champ (made by Victorinox) comes close, but it's so bulky that I don't carry it around much anymore. I take this instead.
It's got a lot of features in a tiny package. The 10 tools are stored in or on the handles. You get scissors, a nail cleaner, file, micro flat-blade and philips screwdrivers, tweezers, a large flat blade screw driver, a small knife blade, and a ruler on the sides of the handles.
The great thing about this tool, is all the tools are useful, and they work! The scissors work great for small chores, as do the knife blade, file, and other tools. The Micra is constructed of stainless steel inside and out. It's sturdy, and well built, which is common with leatherman's products. The knife blade holds its edge well, and is easily sharpened.
The only problem I've had with it was the scissors. They got dull (you cannot sharpen them, so don't try) so I sent it back to Leatherman and they sent me a replacement. No questions asked. How's that for customer service?
A great addition to any glove box, purse, junk drawer, tool box, pocket or key ring.
Customer Review: Awesome little Leatherman
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought a Micra bundled with the New Wave. This little Leatherman is built very solid and it packs a lot of useful tools. I'm using it as a keychain and its size is adequate for this purpose. Very good job Leatherman!Customer Review: Best Little Multi-Tool I've Ever Owned
Summary: 4 Stars
For years, I used to carry around the "Swiss Army Classic SD" pocket knife, and was constantly frustrated by how useless it was-- the scissors were a joke (they were hard to use, and quickly became gummed), the knife was tiny, the tweezers and toothpick were often misplaced. So when it was confiscated by airport security, I went looking for a better alternative. Enter the Micra.
First off, Amazon's price is a bit high... I've seen these ranging from $10-15 at local stores. Be that as it may, the Micra is a great tool to keep in your pocket-- small, compact, and highly useful. The scissors are bigger and much easier to use, the screwdriver has saved me a few times (although to be fair, there is very little leverage to be gained from such a tiny driver).
My only major knock is that the tools open from the INSIDE of the micra, which can be a hassle. Other than that, it's a great tool to have in your pocket for emergencies.