The Free P4 and P2 introduced Leatherman's magnetic FREE architecture: every tool opens one-handed and locks, and the handles snap shut on magnets instead of friction. The P4 has 21 tools at about 8.6 ounces; the P2 has 19 at about 7.6 ounces. Both are 4.25 inches closed, but the bodies differ, so each has its own sheath.
A tool held shut by magnets should not be held in a sheath by squeezing it. Each Free sheath is molded to its tool's exact body, holds it by shape with an audible click, and lets you set retention with a screw, so the P4 or P2 rides securely and draws cleanly without pressing on the magnetic closure.
Quick specs
| Sheath | Material | Retention | Carry | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kydex Sheath for the Leatherman Free P4 | Kydex | Adjustable | Belt clip; Tek-Lok and MOLLE sold separately | $29.99 |
| Kydex Sheath for the Leatherman Free P2 | Kydex | Adjustable | Belt clip; Tek-Lok and MOLLE sold separately | $29.99 |
Fitment
The P4 sheath fits the P4 only; the P2 sheath fits the P2 only. Neither fits the Arc. Every sheath here is formed on the actual tool, so if your model is a variant, check the dimensions or ask before ordering.
The sheath, reviewed
1. Kydex Sheath for the Leatherman Free P4
Molded in kydex to the tool it is named for, handmade in the U.S.A. by military veterans, with adjustable retention and an audible click when the tool seats. Available in black, black carbon fiber, and coyote brown carbon fiber. Guaranteed for life.
2. Kydex Sheath for the Leatherman Free P2
Molded in kydex to the tool it is named for, handmade in the U.S.A. by military veterans, with adjustable retention and an audible click when the tool seats. Available in black, black carbon fiber, and coyote brown carbon fiber. Guaranteed for life.
How to carry it
On a belt
The sheath ships with the standard Clip & Carry belt clip, which is universal across all our multitool sheaths and carries the tool vertically on a normal belt.
On a duty or work belt
Swap the clip for the Tek-Lok belt clip, which fits belts up to 2.25 inches wide and attaches with the sheath's existing holes.
On a pack, vest or bag
The MOLLE clip replaces the belt clip using the same screws and mounts the sheath to MOLLE webbing on a bag or plate carrier.
Why kydex
Kydex is a thermoformed plastic that is molded directly on the tool, so the sheath holds it by shape rather than by squeezing it. It does not absorb water, oil, or sweat, does not stretch, does not fray at the belt loop, and lets the tool draw with one hand. A retention screw sets how firmly it holds. It is why every sheath here is guaranteed for life.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Free P4 sheath fit the P2?
No. The bodies differ. Each has its own sheath.
Does the P4 sheath fit the Arc?
No. The Arc has its own sheath.
Does the sheath interfere with the magnetic closure?
No. It holds the frame by shape, not by pressure on the handles.
Which clip for a duty belt?
The Tek-Lok, which fits belts up to 2.25 inches.
The bottom line
If you carry the tool daily, the Kydex Sheath for the Leatherman Free P4 is the upgrade that keeps it on your belt, clicks it in, and outlasts the pouch it came with. Add the Tek-Lok for a duty belt or the MOLLE clip for a pack.
Related reading
Leatherman Free P4 review
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