Holster for the Leatherman ARC - Armored Full

I wasn’t sure what to expect from a 3D printed holster for my Leatherman ARC, but the zapwizard build quality and thoughtful design surpassed any expectations I could have had. Clearances are tight with every piece secure in its place. The novel spring clip locking technique for the ARC feels solid. I can work in cramped quarters or at height without fear of anything sliding out of place. The dyed black nylon filament matches the rest of my outfits for tech and stage crew. The addition of the ratchet and bit extension holders turn those accessories from items left in the kit, to key tools at hand that speed up and improve my work. The ZapWizard ARC holster is a piece of equipment that I’d recommend to anyone investing in a Leatherman ARC.

After a quick break in period, this has become my favorite tool accessory.

Great product, it is VERY tight out the box by design, but it self clearances to a very good retention level after you cycle the tool in and out a couple dozens times. The full armored version is designed to be pressed out from the bottom opening and and then grabbed from the top, it's great if you are looking for maximum retention while working in various enviroments. The build quality is amazing. Wouldn't think twice about buying again or recommending to someone who wants the maximum protection/storage/retention and wants to support the creator and manufacturer behind these awesome products!

It holds the Leatherman tight enough for confident carry and still provides easy one-hand removal. The horizontal carry position prevents digging in to my side and is comfortable with a tucked or untucked shirt.

Bought for an ARC Leatherman. I purchased the armored full version. For the high price, I expected to have a case that fit perfectly out of the box. That was not the case, and beyond that, no amount of my modification will change that.

First off, sliding in or out is so tight on the scissor edge/side of the tool that it wears the paint off. I guess that also says something about how rough the finish is. Aesthetic only, but still super annoying.

Next, there is no positive "click" that we all love from plastic holsters. The ARC stays put mostly from friction (again, aesthetic wear mentioned above). This means that both putting the tool in and out of the holster is super annoying if it's on a belt or anything worn because it takes so much force that it's going to move whatever you're wearing. Not to mention along with being slow and awkward and near impossible to do with a single hand.

The "locking" mechanism (if you can call it that) also engages the blade spring locking mechanism on the ARC, which is not ideal since it places mechanical force on that spring. Maybe it will add to the wear on the tool, maybe it won't, but it certainly doesn't help.

Next, the bit extender holder was so small I couldn't fit it in the place. I had to Dremel and use sandpaper to expand the bottom (closed portion) of that space. Same thing for the bit holders- I had to use sandpaper to get the fit better.

All in all, for a $67 piece of small plastic I wouldn't order again.