If you’ve met a lot of stereotypical computer geeks, you’ve probably met your share of Leathermans. I see them attached to belts everywhere in the Sili Valley. Brand Channel has a feature on this versatile tool. Written by a writer based in South Africa, it gives a unique perspective on how Leatherman grew its business in that country by forming personal relationships with retailers and providing over-the-top customer repair services. It was a trip in an ailing Fiat devoid of tools that spurred engineer Tim Leatherman to spend seven years creating the popular multi-tool.