Leatherman® was founded by Tim Leatherman following a trip to Europe in 1975. After dealing with leaky plumbing and car fixes traveling, Mr. Leatherman realized what he needed most was a pliers-based multipurpose tool. In the years following, he produced many sketched prototypes and sought a patent. After numerous rejections from companies he hoped to sell to, Mr. Leatherman eventually partnered with Steve Berliner, a college friend. In 1983, the two received their first order from....