MagnaCut steel, G10 and stainless steel handles, and proven design put Leatherman knives in the top tier from day one.

The idea is to carry it in your pocket. However, many of these knives can be carried on your belt as well. As you might expect, all fixed-blade knives require a sheath.

The knife is large for a pocket, so it’s likely to be clipped on a belt, making this a potential issue for some. Runner-up: Milwaukee 48-22-1501 Fastback Folding Utility Knife Photo: Michael ...