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Leatherman’s Essential, Affordable Pro-Grade Multi-Tool Gets Even More Compelling

The indispensable emergency accessory picks up stunning new treatments to honor the unsung heroes we count on most.

Compact metallic multi-tool clipped to the edge of a purple fabric pocket.Leatherman
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By Steve Mazzucchi

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While I can’t say I’ve been stoked to spend lots of time in hospitals lately (knee surgery, don’t ask), the experience has given me a renewed sense of gratitude for an underappreciated profession.

I’m referring, of course, to the dedicated folks getting a well-deserved moment in the sun right now thanks to International Nurses’ Day.

Hands holding a Leatherman Raptor multi-tool with purple handles and a ruler on the blade.
The Raptor Rescue in Violet/Rose Gold is one of two eye-popping new variants launching today.
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Honoring the occasion, Leatherman’s giving you a chance to nominate a special nurse for an opportunity to win them that emergency pro go-to, the Raptor Rescue. 

The brand is also dropping two gorgeous new treatments of the handy multi-tool that you and/or any nurses in your life are sure to love.

Cutting-edge colorways

Already available in eight eye-popping variants, the Raptor Rescue menu expands to 10, for a limited time, with the introduction of Violet/Rose Gold and Violet/Rainbow renditions.

The former renders the 420HC stainless steel shears and all other implements in a lovely rose gold hue, while the latter employs anodization to impart a multi-colored “oil slick” style finish. 

Hands cutting a maroon fabric strip with iridescent scissors with purple handles.
The Violet/Rainbow treatment is sure to spark a conversation anytime you bust it out.
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With both versions, the glass-filled nylon handles take on a complementary deep purple shade.

As with previous editions, the folding shears are the most noticeable and commonly used function, delivering precise, reliable cutting capability time after time.  

Hand holding a compact multi-tool with a purple handle and iridescent metal parts against a purple background.
Measuring eight inches long when the shears are deployed, the 5.8-ounce multi-tool cleverly folds down to a compact five inches, complete with a pocket clip. (It can also be carried using the included MOLLE or utility holster.)
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However, the Raptor Rescue boasts five other critical tools that serve emergency professionals, including nurses, quite well … and could save your life, too. 

Two of them also rely on sharp edges: the ring cutter and strap cutter. 

Hand in pink glove holding a multitool with a hook cutting the plastic seal on a roll of purple tape.
The fold-out strap cutter can also be deployed to tackle tricky packaging, among other things.
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The first is typically used to remove wedding bands and other hand jewelry, while the second can quickly release someone from a seatbelt or other restraining device when time is of the essence.

The Raptor Rescue also packs an oxygen tank wrench and a carbide glass breaker, as well as a much less dramatic tool you will probably actually use much more: a 5cm ruler. 

Hand holding rainbow-colored Leatherman Raptor scissors cutting clear plastic tubing, person wearing purple clothing and black smartwatch.
Note the 5cm ruler on the lower half of the shears. (Also, if you ever meet a nurse who is this color-coordinated, be sure to compliment them.)
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Like what you see? Head to Leatherman’s Instagram page to learn how you can nominate a nurse to win one. 

Feel free to pick one up yourself, too. After all, it is one of Leatherman’s most affordable multi-tools … and arguably its most priceless.

Availability and pricing

The Leatherman Raptor Rescue in Violet/Rainbow and Violet/Rose Gold launches today for $80. Eight other colorways are also available.

About the Author:

Now managing editor, Steve has served in a variety of roles with GP since 2019. Having previously written and edited for such publications as Men’s Health, Men’s Journal, Esquire and ESPN, he enjoys covering a range of topics — but mostly those pertaining to cycling, snow sports, pocket knives and motos — and dreams of a utopian world in which everyone’s bike seat is at the proper height.

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