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Leatherman Surge vs Leatherman Core
Leatherman Surge ($130) 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 Surge | Leatherman Core |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $130 | Retired |
| Weight | 294g | 307g |
| Tools | 21 | — |
| Blades | Large + extra-large serrated | — |
| Pliers | Needle-nose + regular + wire cutter | — |
| Weight | 294g | 307g (10.8 oz, Leatherman Retired Products page) |
| Steel | 420HC | — |
| Case | Leather sheath included | — |
| Blade Length | — | 3.2 in / 8.1 cm |
| Closed Length | — | 4.5 in / 11.5 cm |
| Status | — | Retired |
Pros & Cons
Leatherman Surge
- 21 tools most complete ever
- All tools outside-accessible
- Spring-action pliers
- Blade exchange system
- 25-year warranty Leatherman
- 294g heaviest Leatherman
- Too big for pocket carry
- Not TSA-friendly (blades)
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 Surge carries lighter at 294g. Both are part of our curated multi-tool index — tap through to check current pricing.