Leathermans and airport customs? Does anyone know what airport control's stance on Leathermans are?
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As long as you put it in your checked luggage and not in your carry-on or on your person, you should have no problem. Declare it in customs just in case, but most airports don't require that you declare knives on your checked luggage- only firearms. Hope this helps.
1900298
1. Since this could definitely be used as a weapon, I wouldn't put it in the carry-on. 2. If you try, be prepared to lose it. If the TSA tries to confiscate it, tell them no problem, you fully agree, didn't even consider it might not be acceptable. 3. If one ignores the first two suggestions, be prepared to get to know a TSA agent on an intimate basis. ; )
1263211
I brought it with me on a cruise without a problem and they have the same restrictions as airplanes (including metal detectors). I would double check any TSF restrictions. Unless they specifically name said pens I wouldn't worry about.
850619
I would reccomend checking with TSA to make sure the item is not on the no fly list.
953251
I got my card through several different airports, but it was finally confiscated at the San Diego airport. It depends on the thoroughness (and mood) of the TSA personnel.
458387
Technically it is probably OK, it would be a judgement call by the screener. Is it worth losing it? As far as travelling internationally, it is a crap shoot. I had a similar multi-tool without a blade on my keychain and when I went through screening it was flagged. I tried to explain it didn't have a knife, but the screener just kept pointing to a picture of a leatherman, so I lost it.
2111004
This has a TSA lock. I know they have been able to open and then relock it based on the notification they leave when they have checked the contents.
318661
Hi Charlie, please click on this link on regarding to the answer of your question. http://www.nbcnews.com/travel/tsa-scuttles-plan-allow-small-knives-planes-6C10212322 ... I hope this helps.
779159
Ha! I was as worried as you were before buying this. I did plenty of research on Leatherman, and unlike its competitors, it is made in Portland, Oregon, USA. Interesting read about their company too, including how they fix/replace any items that are sent back under warranty.
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TSA guidances are inconsistent, http://www.tsa.gov/traveler-information/prohibited-items screwdrivers less than 7 inches are OK, however all knives are not, even though scissors with blades less than 4 inches are OK (this seems a lot more dangerous than the little blade on the Utili-Key)
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No. The TSA announced it was going to allow certain small pocket knives with the blade dimensions mentioned above in 2013, but those changes never happened (at least not as of early 2014) because of backlash. As a result all pocket knives are still prohibited, even the smallest keychain pocket knife is still prohibited. Regardless, those proposed relaxed rules explicitly did not allow knives with fixed blades, locking blades or any kind of even vaguely molded grip. This knife clearly has a locking blade (frame lock), and has a somewhat molded grip, thus wouldn't have been allowed even under the proposed relaxation. No. The TSA announced it was going to allow certain small pocket knives with the blade dimensions mentioned above in 2013, but those changes never happened (at least not as of early 2014) because of backlash. As a result all pocket knives are still prohibited, even the smallest keychain pocket knife is still prohibited. Regardless, those proposed relaxed rules explicitly did not allow knives with fixed blades, locking blades or any kind of even vaguely molded grip. This knife clearly has a locking blade (frame lock), and has a somewhat molded grip, thus wouldn't have been... » Read More No. The TSA announced it was going to allow certain small pocket knives with the blade dimensions mentioned above in 2013, but those changes never happened (at least not as of early 2014) because of backlash. As a result all pocket knives are still prohibited, even the smallest keychain pocket knife is still prohibited. Regardless, those proposed relaxed rules explicitly did not allow knives with fixed blades, locking blades or any kind of even vaguely molded grip. This knife clearly has a locking blade (frame lock), and has a somewhat molded grip, thus wouldn't have been allowed even under the proposed relaxation. « Show Less
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I recently passed through two security checkpoints with this accidentally in my carry on. It was clipped in the pocket of some pants I had packed and forgot to remove it. I didn't have a problem but I would remove the blade before flying for sure.
640454
TSA in so inconsistent, it varies. Really, it depends on the agent, not the guidelines. I have been through the airport with it several times. Sometimes they let me leave it in the bag, sometimes not. Size of the airport doesn't seem to be the influencing factor, neither does the length of the line. All I can figure is that the more bags like this an agent sees, the more likely they are to let it stay in the bag. It does always have to be unzipped so the laptop section is opened and laying flat, separate from the main bag compartments, though.
706475
No problem with item in checked baggage. However, I do now have a claim in with TSA for a mult tool that was missing from my checked bag. TSA questioned how I knew they were to blame. I thought it fairly obvious when they left an inspection ticket in the pocket where the tool had been. It seems these are popular with the inspectors.
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I wouldn't think so because of the built-in razor blade... Probably have to leave at home. But, check the TSA website to make sure.
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I agree with both points that Allhooligan made. You need to check TSA regulations - not difficult I did it not long ago. Just google "TSA regulations for air travelers."The product did a very poor job when I tried to remove a stain from upholstery.
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I purchased 10 of them and as far as I can tell all real. Imported from another country? I am on the Leatherman facebook and the discussions there indicate no Leatherman knife is imported, the rep on FB stated all knives are made and assembled in OR, USA. They were sent to me from A USA company. I hope this is helpful.