Leatherman Charge+ G10 Earth

[@DreamSneak]

I wish these rarer tools were easier to buy over here in the UK. I'd love to have a Charge but sadly they are so expensive over here. By the way, I really appreciate the way you talk, it's clear and no nonsense. I actually find watching your videos very relaxing as well as informative. Keep up the good work.

[@txtoolcrib]

Well, thank you. I appreciate the compliment.

[@aa07008r]

I just got the surge yesterday and am completely in love with the tool. It also came with the newer sheath as it has both a front and rear pocket. Very happy with my purchase.

[@rblast1]

Love mine it was tough to find. Finally found it at Sportsman Warehouse seems like Leatherman was limiting distribution. Ask a salesman if they had it they checked and said no. Walking out the store they had some Leatherman hanging on a end cap, it was my lucky day one Earth hanging there. Bought mine in November. Just checked my case only A slot for one bit sleeve bummer.

[@badger-6377]

Never felt like I would really benefit from an upgraded blade on my Wave. Because it (and probably the Charge too, given how similar they are) has pretty awful ergonomics as a knife, I just carry a dedicated pocketknife along with it whenever I think I'm gonna need a blade for more than a couple seconds. I do occasionally get some use out of the serrated blade as an auxiliary knife, but I think the Charge serrated blade is still just 420HC anyway? On the other hand, I love my Skeletool CX with the 154CM blade, specifically because its ergonomic enough to be a decent pocketknife that also just happens to have pliers and a screwdriver.

[@mattconklin4026]

Yes the tools lock open while deployed! I just purchased the wingman after losing my long time friend the sidekick lol! I wish the dang tools locked open, I also appreciate the spring loaded pliers! Leatherman seems to be going down in quality 🤷🏼‍♂️ I already broke the tip of my knife, I carry BM & have yet to brake a tip...... These tools are great for work because of what they used to cost 😆 the wingman was $70 😳 can't really afford to lose this one now unlike my $30 sidekick from 2016 😞 I've used their warranty policy afew times & have nothing but good things to say about that. ✌🏼 Great reviews & for me the pocket clip is a must, at least for a opinion

[@retnav92]

Bought myself the black oxide Surge for Christmas, and just checked the sheath that came with it. No front slot, just the back one. I ord'd the XL Molle sheath separately for the Surge. It has 2 front slots, and one rear slot. I can carry one bit kit and the file/saw blade plastic sleeve in the separate front slots, and the second bit kit in rear slot. Tight fit with it all in there, but no problem chance of stuff falling out. The XL Molle sheath had the velcro closure on the flap, which makes it easier to adjust the closure if all items aren't carried at the same time. Oh, and there was an excess amount (imo) of oil to remove from the black oxide Surge I rec'd.

[@aidenking9201]

My newest surge came with a sheath similar to the g10 one with the pocket and I can fit my surge and both bit kits in it comfortably

[@RockyMountainBlades]

Yep, that’s what the surges typically come with, it’s the 4.5 inch sheath where as the one that comes with the charge is the 4.0 inch version of the same sheath

[@maxlvledc]

A premium surge would be amazing...it would fix the only issue I really have with the surge... ergonomics.

[@seanflorian4653]

The surge is already premium. It's the best there is.

[@maxlvledc]

@@seanflorian4653 debatable..but I get where your head is at

[@txtoolcrib]

No, it really isn’t. Blade steel is the first improvement. They have a lot of dead space in the Leatherman Surge as well. They have room to add an additional tool in the Surge with minor modifications. If you haven’t seen my Super Surge playlist, I encourage you to check it out. They could also add in scales much like the Charge series. There are a number of improvements that can be made to the Surge to make it even better than it is now. So, no. The Surge is an excellent multi tool, but it is far from premium.

[@Joinordie718]

How much you want for it? Thanks

[@dmam412]

@@txtoolcrib the leatherman surge is an inferior tool to SAK multi tools.

[@andynordengen3690]

I got a charge plus tti today, and i got the same sheet as you got, with the front pocket.

[@txtoolcrib]

I like the upgraded sheath. Hope it becomes standard.

[@mattconklin4026]

It would be neat of them to offer some custom options. Make your own Leatherman!

[@lonestardude6283]

Very nice! I never knew they made G-10 scales! I’m still jonesin’ for the titanium version!

[@txtoolcrib]

Any of the Charge+ models are great multi tools. With so many variants, it is really down to personal preference.

[@Misterz3r0]

Looks great, great review. Not a fan of black oxide because it rubs off. I'm not special forces working ops in Kandahar province so I don't need to stop glare coming off my tool. I do have the one with red G-10 scales. It's a great tool. As you mentioned in your other review video, it has all the great features of the Charge TTI without the drawbacks.

[@jessehillis7830]

That is one sweet multi tool. I have been very interested in the g10 charges but I have to say that one is no doubt the best looking out of all of them. I love the black g10 scales they look super classy but rugged at the same time!

[@txtoolcrib]

Very good description.

[@mingshey]

My Surge came with the nylon sheath with front and back pockets last November.

[@jacksonang3472]

i recently gotten a new Leatherman Surge with this large shealth that accommodate both extra bits along with the spare saw and diamond..

[@HaileSt0rm]

Yes same here, I got a new Surge last week and it came with the sheath with front and back pockets.

[@maxmcgregor6908]

Another Great video! I carry the leatherman wave+ though I do wish it included an awl, I am hoping to the modification in the near future.

[@txtoolcrib]

Good one to do.

[@SteveK348]

I’ve got lots of knives that are g10/s30v and they run $200, comparatively there’s a lot of tool with the leatherman... if only I could get my hands on one in Canada.

[@txtoolcrib]

That’s an excellent point.

[@Graysett]

I bought the silver/black version of the Surge as my first multi tool (after watching probably every multitool review you have 3+ times each and the Surge one more times than I bothered to count, lol) and the case that came with it has both the front and back pockets. I also bought a carrying case off the website because I didn't realize this Surge came with a case, and it also has the front and back pocket.

[@Graysett]

www.leatherman.com/black-silver-surge-567.html And www.leatherman.com/nylon-sheath-w-pockets-549.html

[@txtoolcrib]

Well, thank you for taking the time to watch my videos. Thanks for letting me know about the sheath.

[@phillipbull3673]

I work as a plumber in the UK, i have the black oxide wave which is handy for all sorts of tasks, would love to use this for work but it's so nice of be afraid of marking it

[@sharonfinzi9472]

As a plumber you should know the Surge is better suited for plumbing tasks compare to the Wave, as you can use the blade exchanger (found only on the Surge) to install T-shank metal saw to pull out broken pipes by cutting internal 1/2" (or even less) broken threads in the wall (for taps for example) from inside, with no need to use a chisel or screwdriver, and thus, risking the soft metal or PVC threads on the external pipes. Sorry, I don't have good English, but I believe you know what I'm talking about... Cheers...

[@phillipbull3673]

@@sharonfinzi9472 have had the surge ...makes my trousers fall down, is excellent though

[@jacobatkins6978]

I’m carrying this one right now!!

[@txtoolcrib]

How is it holding up in the real world?

[@jacobatkins6978]

@@txtoolcrib really well! It’s holding up superb.. I’ve been putting it through a lot and it has held well I will say that the only thing that it hasn’t done well is when filing it seemed to bend and flex when pressing hard.. the knife has held fine but makes me uncomfortable with hard twerking and use but it hasn’t failed yet.

[@Genesis992]

Also, I’d agree with you in saying the Black Oxide G10 Charge is my favorite of the three colored G10 models. Now that my TTI Damascus charge has arrived, I’m not sure if the wood one or the titanium one is my current favorite multi tool. +1 for the Premium Surge being created! Totally didn’t notice the sheath was different. I’ll have to double check mine when I get home today.

[@txtoolcrib]

I need to find the TTi Damascus. It is the one I am missing.

[@Genesis992]

@@txtoolcrib I know of only one active listing. It’s international, tho, and I haven’t looked too much into it. Also, isn’t the most absurd price I’ve seen a Damascus tool listed for. I considered getting it just because, but I’m not sure I want to considering what I just shelled out for the one I just got.

[@txtoolcrib]

You wouldn’t happen to have a link to it would you?

[@Genesis992]

@@txtoolcrib got an email to send it to? I’ll check for the link to it. Hopefully it’s still there. It was listed along with a wood and carbon one when I first saw it, but now the carbon one is gone.

[@txtoolcrib]

Absolutely, [e-mail]

[@mobern99]

I never saw the point in the pocket clip lanyard thing either until I did some working at height, attached the paracord in pretty permanent way and then would just release it at the end of the day.

[@mike_qbik]

I do have TTi and unfortunatelly there are some friction when closing the file, the knife. From what I can hear, its also a case in this one.Basically everyone has this non centered tool friction with the scales. Do you happen to see improvements or a way to adjust this? In knife community if the blade is not centered when closed equals to bad knife maker, end of story. But with Surge, no one really talks about the fact that everytime you close the tool, you hear its scratching it to the scales as its never centered. Can you pls elaborate this was improved in g10? Thank you for all your videos.

[@mike_qbik]

I will answer my own question. Its tight, not centered at all. All my tools are already scratched heavilly when closing. mainly are the pliers. Still love this thing, lighter then my TTi but that BO gets scratched and peeled off. I thout for this price tools should be centered as my Victorinox Swisstools. Either way, love this thing but be aware, the finish is not premium, sort of clumsy, each tool is heavilly scratched from the G10 when closing, the flex is apparent and does not help. Every tool has marks ONLY from closing . well ….btw the case is very small. too tight. FYI bought in Prague, Europe

[@MIIIB]

Its a beautiful Charge. I want to swap scales with the red g10 but let's see in future. I bought it and its really elegant

[@txtoolcrib]

The Earth version is really nice color combo. I think it is because of the two different black tones maybe.

[@gigiundercover]

Nice all-black tool! Indeed, a bit nicer than the orange g-10, because of the BO coating! Thanks for another good review!

[@txtoolcrib]

Thank you very much.

[@Joinordie718]

Yes my most recent surge had the sheath with two pockets inside it. 🔦🔪

[@gearsNtools]

Sweet Tool!! I think I'm going to have to get one to go with my red one. also if you ever need help finding a tool my "super power" is finding stuff to spend money on! let me know and I'll source it.

[@txtoolcrib]

I absolutely will, thanks.

[@AYellowPepper]

i think for Leathermans over 200 Gramms in weight are ideal for Belt pouch or tactical Purse carry! They are too big/heavy for normal in-pocket carry I have a Surge with me everywhere i go, but it stays in my Helikon Tex Haversack, since its technically not legal to carry in Germany because of the locking blade...

[@mattconklin4026]

Dang that's a absurd law, we have strange ones too here in the states 🤷🏼‍♂️ Yet the governments get to do whatever the heck they want

[@tjb7850]

I picked up a new Charge+ tti 2 weeks ago and it came with the new sheath

[@mollydunlap44]

It would be cool if they would do what Swiss army knifes do with there scales and add tweezers, pen, maybe even a tooth pick. That would really up sales, leatherman could make a more customizable scale with the ability to incorporate the tools above mentioned.

[@olegyefremov2583]

My free P4 came with light gray sheath and only main pocket for multitool, no side pockets, or anything like that. Also, word leatherman is made out of rubber

[@joedart2932]

Pretty slick 👍 although my favorite is still the wood scales.

[@txtoolcrib]

That’s a nice one.

[@maxmcgregor6908]

By the way my wave only came with the ordinary nylon sheath. It was a relatively recent purchase so maybe the larger sheaths have been reserved for the more high end multitools.

[@michaelcariello6233]

Waiting for Leatherman to make the Wave “mini”

[@txtoolcrib]

They should do that, I bet that would be a hit. I assume you mean like a Juice sized tool.

[@michaelcariello6233]

@@txtoolcrib would also like to see a Surge size Wave. Exactly the same tool as the wave only the same size as the surge. I own the Surge but not a fan of the exchangeable tools.

[@MrSixxshooter]

I recently purchased a black oxide surge from Amazon and I chose the new nylon sheath . It was the new version with the front pocket . 😃👍

[@txtoolcrib]

Awesome!

[@-joo3033]

I just got a Charge TTI, it came with the new sheeth

[@gambitm7480]

Nice looking tool

[@txtoolcrib]

Agreed.

[@bloodymarvelous4790]

I just received my Charge+ G10 Earth, and I must say that while it's a beautiful looking tool, I'm appalled by the tolerances. The tool was hard to open out of the box, and after trying to get it worked in by repeatedly opening and closing, the black oxide has worn off in several places around the pivot point. As in, clearly scratched off. Some of the screws are so tight, I need a pry-bar to extract the tools. For a tool this expensive, you should expect more. While I can't really judge the quality of the individual tools, my SOG PowerAccess Assist MT seems to be put together far better. Opening of the pliers is smooth, all tools are easily accessible and easy to extract. I will say I prefer the locking system on the Leatherman over the SOG, as well as the blade shape of the main blade, but beyond that I prefer the SOG on pretty much everything else.

[@ryanshepherd6457]

THAT'S crazy. I received mine today and it was smooth out the box. No problem. Obviously not loose but it was pre-oiled from the factory. So...it was perfect

[@Genesis992]

Nice finding one!

[@txtoolcrib]

Thanks.

[@appleztooranges]

Would you pick this over a victorinox Swiss spirit x? Same price

[@wmcjrtn]

Great video!!

[@patrickgambsky6290]

Well said sir. Thank you

[@txtoolcrib]

Thanks.

[@Zerog461]

My new surge has the front and back pockets for the case. Not sure if they always have.

[@txtoolcrib]

It’s relatively new.

[@p4inmaker]

Wish these were around when I got my orange G10, the orange material dirties up super quick and is hard to get clean because its such a rough material.

[@txtoolcrib]

That is one thing I have noticed about the orange version as well.

[@user-vc5rp7nf8f]

the bit exchanger is nice but not reliable long-term. the spring loses tension and the bits fall out, making it nearly useless. a magnetic design might've been better. used my wave for work before and that spring started failing after about a year. everything else about it was good.

[@streettuff2623]

I ordered sheath for the 300 and it has front and back pockets

[@txtoolcrib]

Thank you. Now I’m going to have to order a new case.

[@donedeal725]

Other than that, I love the channel

[@leatherman6495]

I could do without the hidden lanyard on my Charge+. I received the extra lanyard with the pocket clip. The hidden lanyard is constantly rising up. I push it back in. It rises up. A bit of annoyance for such a magnificent tool.

[@maxlvledc]

You can remove this if needed using a T10 security torx

[@rusty1999]

A surge with G10 handles or in Titanium would be awesome.... It might take them forever to come out with one tho. Lol

[@txtoolcrib]

If ever!

[@KellyRobotoson]

What a beautiful tool! Is it still available for purchase anywhere?

[@txtoolcrib]

Sportsman’s Warehouse

[@KellyRobotoson]

@@txtoolcrib Thanks for this!! I was thankfully able to track one down at a local sportsman warehouse and now it's my daily driver! Stay gold, chief!

[@spacepope87]

How's the wire crimper on it?

[@johnathonsharp2615]

i bought a leatherman surge about a week ago and the sheath has the pocket

[@txtoolcrib]

Thank you, that’s good to know.

[@3wheelmannc860]

Where do you find this version or just the scales? I do not see it on their website. Do you know where custom scales can be purchased for the Charge+? I have the current Charge+ camo version and it is my favorite multi-tool by far.

[@Genesis992]

Sportsman’s Warehouse had them. I just did a quick check of their site and didn’t see any, however. Might need to check good ol’ eBay

[@malverdetx8582]

You can only buy them in store at Sportsman’s Warehouse. They do not sell them online. If you join the leatherman tool users group on Facebook some members help others get these at close to retail prices.

[@craighamelin]

They are selling them on Sportsman’s Warehouse website under an exclusive buy. I ordered one last night to compare against my tti. You have to specifically search for Charge G10 as it won’t come up with other Charges or Leathermans.

[@malverdetx8582]

@@craighamelin yup they just recently made them available online.

[@appleztooranges]

Just bought one on sportman website for $179.99. Thanks

[@txtoolcrib]

I’m glad to hear you can finally get them on the website.

[@appleztooranges]

@@txtoolcrib is it better than Leatherman TTI charge titanium? I almost got that

[@txtoolcrib]

It depends what you like. I prefer the G10 pliers because they don’t have the crimper. I find that that crimper gets in the way a lot for me.

[@appleztooranges]

@@txtoolcrib sweet. Which is stronger g10 or the titanium?

[@txtoolcrib]

Titanium scales are stronger, more rigid for sure. I still like the black G10 better though.

[@cp_atving5084]

For general pocket carry around the farm would you recommend the G10 or the normal Charger +?

[@txtoolcrib]

I would recommend the reg Charge+. I think the stronger scales would hold up better personally.

[@cp_atving5084]

Thanks

[@batman19763]

I have the TTI how much is this priced at?

[@txtoolcrib]

This retails for the same price as the TTi.

[@jeffsnyder5456]

I would buy an upgraded surge if they made one.

[@txtoolcrib]

I second that!

[@mattiasandersson3444]

That case come with my Surge when i bought it.... or was it with the Supertool 300 hmm... Ordering Charge + g10 Earth now...knivesandtools.com has them

[@ucitymetalhead]

Where can I get this for a decent price?

[@txtoolcrib]

They are only sold at Sportsman’s Warehouse.

[@underthegreatwave]

No where, don’t even bother looking. I check directly with Leatherman HQ and Sportsman’s HQ and they are completely out of stock. No plans on making more, sucks. This is literally the perfect leather man for many people. Hope there Product Dev team does their homework and gets it together.

[@RockyMountainBlades]

Lucky man!

[@txtoolcrib]

Yeah this one was a little difficult to track down.

[@RockyMountainBlades]

@@txtoolcrib where did you eventually find it?

[@txtoolcrib]

I have a friend on the West Coast that bought it for me at Sportsman’s Warehouse. She mailed it to me. The closest Sportsman’s Warehouse to me is over 6 hours away, and there was no guarantee there would be one there if I took the drive.

[@RockyMountainBlades]

@@txtoolcrib wow, that is kinda nuts, yeah i think our closest one is in Bozeman MT. where my aunt and uncle live. I could be very wrong though

[@donedeal725]

I-rak vs Irak, which one is correct?

[@txtoolcrib]

Neither

[@bulljohnson6635]

WOULD YOU PLEASE SELL ME THAT LEATHERMAN?

[@alepioveable]

Oh no... My wallet can't handle so many multi-tools...

[@txtoolcrib]

Lol.

[@superchargedx8058]

Bought the same one yesterday and no front pocket

[@txtoolcrib]

That’s interesting. I wonder why some of the newer tools have the dual pocket pouch and others don’t.

[@sharonfinzi9472]

I bought the original silver Surge in 2007 in Israel. It made in the US. Last november I bought the black oxide current version of the Surge. Made in the US again. It was probably made in late 2019 or early 2020. No need to say it's a great tool. IMO, the best on this planet. However, it came in "official Leatherman box" with the large Molle Sheath (the one w/out the side pockets) which I knew that in advance. I ordered the large Nylon Sheath w/ side pockets, (made in china about a year ago). NO front internal pocket.

[@sharonfinzi9472]

Oh, forget to mention that the box and the large molle sheath carry the new Leatherman logo.

[@underthegreatwave]

@supercharedx Where did you purchase it??? These have been OOS nationwide for a while.

[@superchargedx8058]

@@underthegreatwave bought it at sportsman warehouse , I tried online but to no avail

[@k9teamzagrebskolazapse149]

I don't know how Charge S30V cost 270-285€ in EU I live in Croatia and 154CM cost 210-215€ that is yust too much . I cary my Skeletool CX 154CM and had every thing I need ,and it has ewry thing. But if Charge cost 200€ s30v and I realy will but this is yust stupid expensive And I cary Microtech,Benchmade and i cary knifes +400€ so its not pricd its difrents in pricing in SAD and In EU.

[@craighamelin]

Man, I just got my tti a few days ago, and now I see this! Really thinking of swapping out if I can find one. Anyone have some good points as to why I should keep the tti over this?

[@txtoolcrib]

The TTi handles are more rigid. G10 has a better grip, but they also have more flex.

[@craighamelin]

Tough choice- Do the G10 scales seem like they would mark up or chip easily?

[@txtoolcrib]

I don’t have long-term experience with them because I don’t carry them on a daily basis, but I tend to think that they will not ship or mark up extremely easily. They will however absorb a lot of oil off of your hands. Though that is less of an issue with the black version.

[@craighamelin]

@@txtoolcrib Got my G10 Earth today and have been comparing it for the past few hours with my TTI. It’s what I needed to be at peace with keeping the TTI. The G10 is beautiful and I like the lighter weight and feel, however right off the bat(and I know it just may be a fluke), when closing from full open pliers, the plier tips jam between the screwdriver and bottle opener on one side, and between the scissors and flat head on the other side. You have to get them out of there and close the pliers a little more or squeeze hard(blood blister already)and it suddenly slams shut. This has already caused severe scratching and gouges on each side of the pliers. Realized the black tools will get pretty scratched and beat upon regular use. Tried lubing everything with Tuff-Glide, but did not help the problem. Would hate to have to exchange or send them in already. Wish I could swap the needle nose on them, though! Anyway, thanks for your help and proving that it’s so difficult to decide, but you just gotta go with the feel and your gut to decide what you feel comfortable with.

[@mike_qbik]

@@craighamelin Can I ask how stiff the BO coating makes these open / close compare to TTi. I am in the same boat. About to click the buy button. However I do fancy my TTi but the weight difference is making me to consider the Earth. My only worries are the stiffness and close/open glitches you have described. Do you think its just yours or could this be an issue due to the weaker handles? Thanks.

[@paulhughes3961]

I have a proto type of the very first Leatherman ever made. There's not really much difference between the original and proto type. I really like the dark earth and black oxide look but not the price.

[@txtoolcrib]

How did you get your hands on a prototype? Are you associated with Leatherman?

[@genoedcknifecollecter1538]

I'd love a set of micarta flat earth

[@Freddy-Da-Freeloadah]

I should have bought this. I almost did!!! Now it's doubled in value. Sad. IMHO

[@edwardfletcher7790]

Really disappointing they went with the idiot pins on your BoB Alu scale Charge.

[@txtoolcrib]

I think they are going for a more elegant look.

[@edwardfletcher7790]

@@txtoolcrib I'm more concerned with being able to adjust or dismantle. The Wave torx pins look fine to me...

[@donedeal725]

I can't understand why north Americans pronounce it multytool when it should be Multi tool

[@txtoolcrib]

I don’t understand why the British pronounce a number of words the way they do, but it is interesting to hear different dialects.

[@donedeal725]

@@txtoolcrib Because reasons :)

[@txtoolcrib]

Seems pretty elitist to me. Only British people can determine the correct way to speak the English language? Funny actually.

[@donedeal725]

@@txtoolcrib As a non-native speaker I can assure you the rules of the English language bring me closer to Jesus.

[@mainintelligencedirectorat250]

An explanation is necessary here. Years ago, whilst living in Virginia, my American family decided - for some reason - to make me go to the hospital because of a bad headache. I was seen and the doctor told me that I had a migraine. Pronounced 'my-grain.' Despite my throbbing head, I thought it best, unwisely as it turns out, to correct him. "No no," I said, "the word is from the French. It is therefore pronounced "mee-grain. You know, like 'semi-final (semee-final)." "You surely mean 'semy-final'" he retorted. "No." "I know what you need" he said, "you need an injection in your ass." He proceeded to give me one and charged one hundred dollars for the experience. I learned my lesson that day. You say tomato and we say tomato. Let us cherish the difference. All the best from the town with four thousand holes.

[@jacobatkins6978]

First! 😂