The Raptor is Leatherman's folding trauma shears with a strap cutter, ring cutter, oxygen tank wrench, and glass breaker; the Raptor Response is the lighter version built around the shears and a few essentials. Both fold, and both are carried by medics, nurses, and first responders who need them out of a pocket in seconds.
Shears in a pouch come out slowly and snag. A molded kydex sheath holds the folded Raptor by its frame, clicks, and lets you draw and deploy with one hand. Because the two Raptors have different bodies, each has its own sheath.
Quick specs
| Sheath | Material | Retention | Carry | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kydex Sheath for the Leatherman Raptor | Kydex | Adjustable | Belt clip; Tek-Lok and MOLLE sold separately | $29.99 |
| Kydex Sheath for the Leatherman Raptor Response | Kydex | Adjustable | Belt clip; Tek-Lok and MOLLE sold separately | $29.99 |
Fitment
The Raptor sheath fits the Raptor; the Raptor Response sheath fits the Raptor Response. Not interchangeable. 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 Raptor
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 Raptor Response
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 Raptor sheath fit the Raptor Response?
No. Each has its own sheath.
Does the sheath fit the Raptor folded only?
Yes. The Raptor is carried folded and deployed on the draw.
Can I mount it on a vest or bag?
Yes. The MOLLE clip fits vests, med bags, and packs.
Can I carry it on a duty belt?
Yes, with the Tek-Lok clip.
The bottom line
If you carry the tool daily, the Kydex Sheath for the Leatherman Raptor 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 Raptor Response review
MOLLE clips: how to mount your sheath
The best kydex sheaths for everyday carry
Kydex vs nylon multitool sheaths
