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Leatherman Blast & Fuse: Reporting for Duty

nutnfancy
Published on November 25, 2009
Category: EDC & Lifestyle
Duration: 22:53

This review focuses on the Leatherman Blast and Fuse as medium-duty multi-tools, suitable for everyday carry and various utility tasks. The reviewer, nutnfancy, categorizes them within the 5-10 ounce range, highlighting their value and utility for soldiers, paramedics, firemen, police officers, and civilians. Key features discussed include their stainless steel construction with Zytel inserts, plier head strength, blade material (420 HC steel), and the inclusion of tools like a saw, file, and bit driver on the Blast, with the Fuse omitting these for a lighter weight. The review also touches upon sheath options and the overall quality and feel of Leatherman products.

Tags

Leatherman Blast
Leatherman Fuse
Medium Duty Multitool
Everyday Carry
Multi-tool Review
Stainless Steel
Zytel Inserts
Pliers
Knife Blade
Saw
File
Bit Driver
Scissors
Can Opener
Screwdriver

Quick Summary

The Leatherman Blast and Fuse are classified as Medium Duty Multi-tools (MDMTs) weighing between 5-10 ounces, ideal for everyday carry. The Blast includes a saw, file, and bit driver, while the lighter Fuse omits these. Both feature stainless steel construction with comfortable Zytel inserts, offering good utility for their weight and price.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction to Multi-tool Review
  2. 00:22Multi-tool Continuum Categories
  3. 00:34Focus on Medium Duty Multi-tools (MDMT)
  4. 00:55Leatherman Blast and Fuse Overview
  5. 01:16Reference MDMT: Leatherman Charge TI
  6. 02:03Heavy Duty Multi-tool (HDMT) Comparison
  7. 02:24Philosophy of Use and Carry System
  8. 03:09Defining Medium Duty Everyday Carry
  9. 03:44Reference Light Duty: Leatherman Juice S2
  10. 04:00Soldier's Choice Multi-tool
  11. 04:10Leatherman Blast Weight and Capabilities
  12. 04:21Leatherman Fuse Weight and Features
  13. 04:33Multi-purpose Tool for Various Tasks
  14. 05:01Ideal for Paramedics, Firemen, Police
  15. 05:11High Value and Utility
  16. 05:23Material Construction: Stainless Steel & Zytel
  17. 05:39Contrast with Original Pocket Survival Tool (PST)
  18. 05:57Problem Solved: Zytel Liners
  19. 06:13Medium Duty Strength Limitations
  20. 06:23Hard Wire Cutter and Normal Wire Cutter
  21. 06:34Plier Head Strength and Design
  22. 06:53Needle Nose Pliers and Precision
  23. 07:11Knife Blade Material: 420 HC Steel
  24. 07:47User Serviceability and Fasteners
  25. 08:13Tool Review: Sacrifices in MDMTs
  26. 08:20Glaring Omission: No Awl
  27. 08:27Contrast: Victorinox Paring Knife
  28. 08:44Tool Selection: Saw on Blast Model
  29. 08:54Individual Tool Deployment (Washers)
  30. 09:10Small Bit Driver (Phillips/Flat)
  31. 09:25Small Screwdriver with Longer Shank
  32. 09:41Large Flat Bladed Screwdriver
  33. 09:51Clip Blade: 420HC Steel
  34. 10:01Can Opener Adequacy
  35. 10:05Phillips Driver: Well-Designed
  36. 10:12Black Oxide Finish
  37. 10:29Controversial Tool: Scissors
  38. 10:36Tiny Scissors in Blast and Fuse
  39. 10:43Comparison: Juice S2 Scissors
  40. 11:05Engineering Constraints for Scissors Size
  41. 11:26Cutting Capability of Small Scissors
  42. 11:51Plier Jaws and Alignment
  43. 12:03Fuse Tool Set Differences
  44. 12:09Tools Lacking in Fuse: Saw, File, Small Bit Driver
  45. 12:20Fuse Tool Selection: Scissors, Drivers, Can Opener
  46. 12:29Lanyard Ring
  47. 12:54File on Blast Model
  48. 13:09No Emergency Seat Belt Cutter
  49. 13:16Weight Comparison: Blast vs. Fuse
  50. 13:28Access and Comfort
  51. 13:36Primary Tool Access Preferences
  52. 13:40Exterior Access Examples (Juice, Charge)
  53. 13:53Blast and Fuse: Closed Traditional Design
  54. 14:03Opening to Access Tools
  55. 14:12Comfortable Tool Deployment
  56. 14:22No Tool Clumping, Easy Fingernail Access
  57. 14:30Comfortable Tool Use
  58. 14:33Zytel Contoured Handles
  59. 14:40Toughness and Strength
  60. 14:42Zytel Liner as a Problem?
  61. 14:46Adequate Strength for MDMT Role
  62. 14:57Upgrading to Heavy Duty Tools
  63. 15:11Variations: Black Oxide vs. Stainless Steel
  64. 15:20Black Oxide (Military Version)
  65. 15:37Preference for Low Signature Environments
  66. 15:46Carry Case: Sheath Options
  67. 15:50Outstanding Leatherman Sheath (MOLLE)
  68. 16:02Leatherman Kick (Not Recommended)
  69. 16:47Sheath for Leatherman Blast
  70. 16:53MOLLE Capable Sheath
  71. 16:59Velcro on Sheaths: Context Matters
  72. 17:15Multi-tool Sheath Velcro Durability
  73. 17:26Multi-tool as a Life or Death Item
  74. 17:34Securing the Multi-tool
  75. 17:43MOLLE Leatherman Sheath Weight
  76. 17:49Outstanding Multi-tool Sheath
  77. 17:53Sheath Included with Blast
  78. 18:01Price of Leatherman Blast and Sheath
  79. 18:09Sheath Drainage Hole
  80. 18:17Traditional Leatherman Sheath
  81. 18:29Horizontal and Vertical Carry
  82. 18:39Lightweight Traditional Sheath
  83. 18:50Open Position Carry Sheath
  84. 19:16Nylon Sheath Models
  85. 19:26Quality and Feel
  86. 19:31Leatherman vs. Victorinox Fit and Finish
  87. 19:38Solid Lock-up and Actuation
  88. 19:47Closing Tools with Lock Mechanism
  89. 19:53Multi-tools as Collectibles
  90. 20:04Ingenuity and Design Elegance
  91. 20:17Usefulness of Tools
  92. 20:25Serviceable Collection for Future Generations
  93. 20:5225-Year Guarantee
  94. 21:12Value Proposition
  95. 21:15Price of Leatherman Blast with Sheath
  96. 21:42Value of Leatherman Fuse
  97. 21:50Compact and Lightweight MDMT
  98. 22:03Outstanding Value and Capability
  99. 22:05Best Soldier Gear Playlist
  100. 22:11Saving the Day Without Weight
  101. 22:15Critical Ounces in Loadout
  102. 22:27Light Duty Multi-tool Alternative
  103. 22:35Conclusion: Leatherman Blast and Fuse

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key differences between the Leatherman Blast and Leatherman Fuse?

The Leatherman Blast includes a saw, a wood and metal file, and a small bit driver, while the Leatherman Fuse omits these three tools. This makes the Fuse lighter (6 oz vs. 7 oz for the Blast) and more compact, offering a simpler toolset for those who don't need the additional features.

What is the intended category and weight range for the Leatherman Blast and Fuse?

Both the Leatherman Blast and Fuse are classified as Medium Duty Multi-tools (MDMTs). They fall into the 5 to 10 ounce weight category, making them suitable for everyday carry and utility tasks without being overly heavy.

What materials are used in the Leatherman Blast and Fuse, and how do they affect durability?

These multi-tools are constructed from stainless steel with Zytel inserts. The Zytel liners are ergonomically sculpted for comfort and are considered advanced plastics that provide adequate strength for medium-duty tasks without compromising the tool's overall integrity.

Are the scissors on the Leatherman Blast and Fuse effective?

The scissors on the Leatherman Blast and Fuse are notably small, a design choice attributed to engineering constraints. Despite their size, they are capable of cutting materials like leather and heavy fabric, though they are not as large as those found on some other Leatherman models.

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