Pocket Multi-Tool
Also known as
Leatherman, Gerber, Multi-Tool, Folding Pliers, EDC Multi-Tool
Used for
Quick on-the-fly fixes during a call — tightening a loose screw, cutting zip ties, stripping a wire end, or opening a connector latch. The folding body packs integrated pliers, a knife blade, flathead and Phillips screwdrivers, a bottle opener, a file, and more into a shirt pocket. Every stagehand should carry one.
Trade note
"Leatherman" is a brand name (Leatherman Tool Group, founded 1983 by Tim Leatherman) that became the generic term for folding pocket multi-tools, much like Crescent for adjustable wrenches. Gerber is another dominant brand. The folding pocket multi-tool is distinct from the oscillating power tool sometimes also called a "multi-tool" in construction trades — they are completely different tools.
Direct answer
Pocket Multi-Tool is used for quick on-the-fly fixes during a call — tightening a loose screw, cutting zip ties, stripping a wire end, or opening a connector latch. The folding body packs integrated pliers, a knife blade, flathead and Phillips screwdrivers, a bottle opener, a file, and more into a shirt pocket. Every stagehand should carry one. It is also known as Leatherman, Gerber, Multi-Tool, Folding Pliers, EDC Multi-Tool. Trade note: "Leatherman" is a brand name (Leatherman Tool Group, founded 1983 by Tim Leatherman) that became the generic term for folding pocket multi-tools, much like Crescent for adjustable wrenches. Gerber is another dominant brand. The folding pocket multi-tool is distinct from the oscillating power tool sometimes also called a "multi-tool" in construction trades — they are completely different tools.
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