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Jaws
The pruner jaws on the Vista are of the bypass type. (as opposed to the anvil type) Jaw opening is such that branches up to 3/4" (20mm) will fit between them. There is also a soft wire cutting notch at the base of the pruner section.The jaws are spring-loaded by means of a hidden clothespin spring. A thumb activated safety lock bar holds them in the closed position when not in use.
Handles/Frame
The Vista's handles have an underlying frame made from stainless steel, formed into a U-shaped channel. Attached to the steel is a contoured set of scales made from high impact green plastic. Overmolding the green plastic are inlays of soft black rubber, positioned where the hand would normally grip. Despite being an inside-opening style tool, the Vista is not uncomfortable to squeeze hard on.Blades and Tools
One handle houses a long wood saw blade and a combination flathead screwdriver/cap lifter/choke tube wrench implement. (see picture below)The opposite handle includes a very large awl, a Phillips screwdriver, and a knife blade. The knife blade is 2-1/4†long (57mm) and has a combination straight edge/serrated edge profile to it. The User's Guide suggests that the large awl can be used for starting screw-in tree steps.
Locking Mechanism
None of the blades lock open.Other Features
None.Sheath
The sheath is made from heavy nylon with a camouflage pattern. A snap closure is used. The backside has belt loops for both vertical and horizontal carry.Dimensions
- Folded length = 4-3/4" (120mm)
- Unfolded length = 8" (203mm)
- Thickness = 7/8" (23mm)
- Weight = 8.2 oz (230g)
Variations
On early models of the Vista, the jaw pivot was secured by a large flathead screw which threaded into a boss cast into the black jaw. Occasionally the locktite used on the screw would fail, allowing it to tighten during normal use, jamming the shears. This pivot method was replaced in early 2007 by a button head socket screw and a self-locking hex nut.History
Introduced in 2006. Made in USA. Discontinued in 2010.Related Tools
Leatherman Hybrid pruning tool. Leatherman Genus is also a pruner based tool.More Info
- Leatherman Vista review at Multitool.org
- Leatherman Vista and Hybrid - in the Multitool.org forums
- The Vista on the Leatherman website
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