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Leatherman ARC
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Leatherman ARC

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A folding pocket knife from Leatherman, the tool maker best known for multitools, recommended as a foundational everyday-carry item.

Why it's buy-it-for-life

Listed by a redditor alongside a chef's knife, cast iron pan, and Herman Miller chair as a core item to buy first when starting from nothing.

What redditors say

Recommended on reddit as recently as January 2025

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    Leatherman ARC

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