Leatherman Squirt S4
In short, I wasted years carrying an inferior product before finding out that Leatherman made smaller multitools (see here for full details and history). I had always liked the idea of carrying a Leatherman, but as a young boy I lost things too often and didn’t want to spend $50 – $80 on something I’d probably lose anyway.
So, even into my adulthood I carried those childhood relics a while longer before finding the Leatherman Micra, a wonderful tool with only a few shortcomings.
Once those shortcomings forced me to look for a replacement, I went looking on Amazon to see what their prices on the Micra were (I had picked mine up in a department store). I was surprised to find that Leatherman had since released a newer, more updated tiny multitool that seemed to address my issues: the Leatherman Squirt S4.
The Squirt Closed
I’ve carried my Leatherman Squirt S4 in my pocket for enough time to know that this knife is far better than the knives it replaces. If you’re looking for something mobile, efficient, durable and elegantly simple, this tool is for you.
It comes in three or four colors (Blue, Pink and Red for sure, maybe Grey), and there are E4 (electrician) and P4 (pliers) models as well. In all of them you’ll find a small tool (only a little thicker than the classic Swiss Army pocketknife, and roughly the same width and length) that can go anywhere (well, it will set off a metal detector, and it is technically a knife, so airlines and other protected areas are still off limits) and perform dozens of jobs for you.
Knife and Bottle Opener (Large Flathead Screwdriver)
I find myself taking it out frequently for the scissors, knife and tweezers, and occasionally for the screwdrivers and nail file. I never use the bottle opener (I don’t normally drink things that require that sort of tool), and the back of the nail file has measurement markings that are almost useless (although I have used them once).
If you own a Squirt, please tell me how you like it.
I’ve you’ve got something you think is better, let me know!
If you’re not quite sold, ask questions in the comments.
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My Slotted Life 