Leatherman Bond vs Shun Classic 6-Piece Steak Knife Set 4.75" - DMS0660

Some quick notes: there is no play whatsoever with the blade. The pivots are extremely tight and it takes a lot of effort to open up and unfold the pliers.

I wanted something similar for steaks/meat. I tried one the other night on steak and it cuts through like butter and this wasn't a filet - it was a regular steak with some gristle. I haven't had that sensation with a steak knife even in the good steak restaurants. I picked a non-serrated blade because in researching knives, some prefer not tearing the meat which even the sharpest serrated knives will do

Due to the all steel construction of the Bond I think that the pliers in actual use will be able to take some significant abuse, similar to the Wave or Spirit. I am ok with not having the replaceable cutting edges as this is not something that I typically use. Note, I like the LM pliers over the Victorinox Spirit as the needle nose is longer. The Bond feels very good in the hand with no sharp points etc

I've owned Shun steak knives for over a decade. Attractive and stay sharp. Not as nice as the earlier ones that came in a wooden box, but far superior to most steak knives on the market. My go-to knife for meats

I have always enjoyed collecting Leatherman tools since buying a PST a while ago. I knew that the Bond would be simple, and that the plan for the knife and tool setup would avoid locking features to allow for lawful carry in an expanded group of regions and countries. That being said, there's no real value that I see that is comparable to any of the other Leatherman offerings other than the price (the Sidekick and Wingman used to be the entry level offerings). I'm surprised and a bit disappointed that the Bond is a slightly upgraded PST

Nice looking knife but not the most high quality dumascus steel and dulled quickly (1st use with boneless prime rib roast) would like to had them keep edge longer. i would recommend but buying on sale would help with value