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Leatherman Free P2 vs Leatherman Core
Leatherman Free P2 ($160) vs Leatherman Core (Retired) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right multi-tool.
Leatherman
Core
Retired
Vaulted, no longer sold
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Leatherman Free P2 | Leatherman Core |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $160 | Retired |
| Weight | 216g | 307g |
| Tools | 19 | — |
| Architecture | All-external magnetic open | — |
| Steel | 420HC | — |
| Warranty | 25 years | — |
| Origin | Portland, OR USA | — |
| Weight | ~216g | 307g (10.8 oz, Leatherman Retired Products page) |
| Blade Length | — | 3.2 in / 8.1 cm |
| Closed Length | — | 4.5 in / 11.5 cm |
| Status | — | Retired |
Pros & Cons
Leatherman Free P2
- All tools external access
- Magnetic one-hand opening
- No cut risk
- 19 tools comprehensive
- 25-year warranty USA made
- $160 premium
- 216g heavier than competitors
- Magnetic attracts debris
Leatherman Core
- 4.5 inch closed length
- Built for heavy jobs
- Retired, so it is no longer made or sold new
Leatherman Core is the better value at Retired. If weight matters most, Leatherman Free P2 carries lighter at 216g. Both are part of our curated multi-tool index — tap through to check current pricing.