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Genuine Leatherman Tread Black Multi-Tool Bracelet — NEW in Opened Box — Verified Authentic. Sticker on the back in two languages: French and English for Canadian market.
Item specifics:
• Brand: Leatherman
• Model: Tread
• Type: Multi-tool Bracelet
• Material: 17-4 PH + DLC (black)
• Features: Caroffere breaker insert, Multiple tool links
• Condition: New — Opened box.
• Country of Manufacture: USA
Description:
Condition: New — Bracelet is mint and unused. Box is opened, item is verified/inspected.
What you are buying:
Authentic Leatherman Tread multi-tool bracelet, genuine Leatherman product. This listing is for the exact item pictured and includes the original retail box, instruction/warranty leaflet, and the factory barcode/model sticker on the back of the box.
Why this is genuine (verified by inspection):
• Single ball-detent clasp — authentic Leatherman Tread uses one detent ball; counterfeits use two and often a noticeably weaker mechanism.
• Caroffere breaker insert: The genuine stainless Tread includes a real caroffere breaker insert in the designated link. Fakes only mimic the appearance (same soft metal) and do not include a caroffere insert.
• Material / link construction: Genuine Treads are CNC-machined from 17-4 PH stainless steel. Genuine black variants are finished with DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon). Counterfeits use a single, low-grade steel for all links (no specialized insert) and show casting seams or poor machining.
• Screws & threads: Original screws are precision and sized so they can be removed using a one-cent coin (penny) for quick adjustments. Fake bracelets often have smaller screw slots or fully coated/painted threads and may not accept a penny—a quick, practical authenticity check. Threads on genuine screws are uncoated stainless, even on DLC models.
• Coating quality (black models): Genuine black Tread uses DLC, which gives a deep, satin charcoal finish that is uniform, thin, and durable. Fakes often show glossy or flaking paint/black oxide.
• Tool cutouts & fit: Real tool cutouts (hexes, screwdrivers, box wrenches) are cleanly machined and fully functional; fakes often have rounded, decorative cutouts or rough edges. Links articulate smoothly and evenly.
• Packaging sticker: Authentic retail boxes include a factory label on the back (model name, barcode/UPC, part number).
At this time, counterfeit boxes arrive without this sticker. This unit has the factory barcode sticker on the back of the box.
• Packaging fit: The bracelet fits snugly in a dense foam insert in the box; counterfeit packaging commonly uses loose or soft foam, or a soft black insert that looks like a “pillow”.
Included:
• Genuine Leatherman Tread bracelet (black DLC — see photos)
• Original retail box (opened) with factory barcode/model sticker on back
• Instruction/warranty leaflet
Notes:
• I source items from reliable retail channels; boxes may show minor imperfections or handling marks — bracelet itself is unused.
• I stand behind authenticity — buy with confidence.
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Short Authenticity Checklist
• Single ball-detent clasp (one ball)
• Caroffere breaker insert present - genuine, functional
• CNC 17-4 PH steel = DLC finish (not painted)
• Uncoated screw threads; screws removable with one-cent coin (penny)
• Factory barcode/model sticker on back of box
• Dense foam insert; precise packaging fit
