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Leatherman Blast vs Leatherman Sideclip

Leatherman Blast (Retired) vs Leatherman Sideclip (Retired) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right multi-tool.

Leatherman Blast
Leatherman
Blast
Retired
Vaulted, no longer sold
Leatherman Sideclip
Leatherman
Sideclip
Retired
Vaulted, no longer sold
Spec-by-spec
SpecLeatherman BlastLeatherman Sideclip
PriceRetiredRetired
Weight196g142g
Blade Length3 in / 7.6 cm—
Closed Length4 in / 10 cm4 in / 10 cm
Materials420HC Stainless Steel, Black Oxide, Zytel ®—
StatusRetiredRetired
Weight196g (6.9 oz, Leatherman Retired Products page)142g (5 oz, Leatherman Retired Products page)
Pros & Cons

Leatherman Blast

  • Needlenose Pliers
  • Regular Pliers
  • Hard-wire Cutters
  • Retired, so it is no longer made or sold new

Leatherman Sideclip

  • The first thing you notice about Sideclip is the handy clip.
  • Retired, so it is no longer made or sold new
Leatherman Blast is the better value at Retired. If weight matters most, Leatherman Sideclip carries lighter at 142g. Both are part of our curated multi-tool index — tap through to check current pricing.
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