"Original" Japanese PST

The "Original" Japanese PST has all of the variations that are typical of the Japanese PST's-- big writing, drop-point blade, ground awl, non-USA hinge, and angular pliers.

It has several differences from the other Japanese PST's-- the trademark text reads "US PAT 4238862", the knife tang reads "Japan Leatherman", and the can opener has a left handed cut. Also, the rivets have a hollow base.

Because it shares a few characteristics with the older American PST's (trademark text and left handed can opener), we think that this is probably the first PST variation that was produced in Japan. However, since there are no dated parts, it is hard to be absolutely certain.

"Leatherman Japan" Japanese PST-- trademark text reads "REG"D TM 1325473", rivets with a smooth base, knife tang reads "Leatherman Japan", can opener with a right handed cut.
"Rounded Pliers" Japanese PST-- Smaller writing, no trademark symbol, no "Personal Survival Tool" stamp, knurled screws, "Leatherman USA" on the knife tang and the hinge, no lanyard attachment, rounded pliers.