"That deprived me of excuses to buy a couple of other tools . " Don't you have that backwards. Having tools means that there is always justification for one more tool. After you buy one Leatherman you will need the tool adapter, another Leatherman for just in case, a good flashlight (Arc LS) to carry with your Leatherman, you get the idea. But Max you are right about not needing a Leatherman until you have one. For me toting a Leatherman just saves me steps, i don't have to go looking for a screwdriver, pliers, or file when i need one which is often.