Leatherman Free T4 vs Victorinox Alternatives

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[@jaywalker2012]

At first I was put off by the T4 but after using it for a week it I’ve become more fond of it than my old trusty SAK. My Phillips screwdriver bit has held up and the knife blade has be great too. The one thing that I really appreciate after lots of use is not having to deal with finger nail nicks and every tool locks

[@ergezinger]

I have the T4, and i love it. If Leatherman felt so inclined as to release one slightly thinner without the file and awl, and change the main blade to Magnacut, they would really have a winner.

[@150FreeShrugs]

T2?

[@Northanteus]

@@150FreeShrugs Awl be back!

[@alexdjajic9604]

yeah, if the t4 had a magna cut i would change my edc. i just like my wave too much, and its edge retention in too much to give up

[@kahuna1247]

No one does Victorinox like Victorinox. Leatherman is totally overpriced in AU.

[@ryanlarsen1052]

The dogs were like, “we love work, we could watch it all day!”

[@ChristopherRobin58]

Good video! Just speaking to size, since pocket real estate matters to many... Since the Leatherman is bit thicker, a good size comparison might be the Victorinox Deluxe tinker, adding useful small pliers. Or the Explorer, adding in line phillips, magnifying glass, corkscrew, and mini screwdriver. The corkscrew can also be used to store other things like Helix Tinder, Fire Ant ferro rod, etc. Plus scales with a pen is also not available on Leatherman.

[@usernameisusername]

Is it my imagination or are you pumping out videos like crazy

[@nandayane]

long time viewer here, he is indeed pumping them out like crazy. I can’t remember the last time he kept pace like this.

[@airadaimagery692]

The rise in subscribers is definitely an insensitive.

[@happykt]

@@airadaimagery692 incentive

[@FPSNovaS]

@@nandayaneI am enjoying it quite a bit.

[@o0FranklySpeaking0o]

....its a dream, dont wake up

[@TorchHacker]

4:50 Slicing through an apple with the Free T4 hits differently after seeing you fix the septic tank pipe. Tool Tales!

[@bigzach322]

I'm sure people have noted this before, but most bottles used for craft beer and soda in the US are still crimp top. That's changing because a lot of craft beer has shifted to cans, but that could explain why all our companies historically love slapping bottle openers on everything. I just looked around my work office and counted 6 different bottle openers that have never been used.

[@straumboney1903]

It's mostly just for beer

[@cwsmith17]

Leatherman's hollow grind is excellent on the Free Series

[@julianbishop5770]

Free K2 is worth a look too. Better knife than the T4 and has just the 3 best tools from it.

[@charlescollier7217]

I'm a Victorinox collector and fan, so when I say the T4 is in competition with my favorite daily-use SAK (Ranger), you know it's serious. There are some things that could be improved, but the overall package works well for me in my EDC.

[@mikeappleget482]

I don’t live in 18th century France and I’ve used the corkscrew on my huntsman more than any other tool. When you’re with the ladies sitting by the levy with a fine bottle of wine, the huntsman has your back. FACT!

[@gavinCZ]

Cracking review bud,, I love the look of the T series, just too expensive, too thick. I carry an alox farmer every day, the perfect tool set for me

[@PMCKnivesAndTools]

Love my SAKs. Just can't see a T4 representing better value for money than a Victorinox for me.

[@fred89pj]

Quality, price, life warranty. Victorinox wins!

[@tylerwilliams2272]

I'm surprised about the scissors going leathermans way, that's like victorinox's thing!

[@jaywalker2012]

How about letting uncle Randy give it a try. Would love to here his thoughts.

[@modofatak]

I think we can predict how he’d feel about those dead-eyed Swiss and anything they’d make

[@jacobbeaupre3940]

LOL yeah let's not. I like normal pete

[@headholio]

@9:30 you are disgusting dude. My first and last video I will watch from you

[@ahumanbeing6875]

9:43 had me cracking up. Definitely buying one now, thanks to this review!

[@nicholsliwilson]

Out of context quote of the day, 2:29 “gummy stuff you stick in the hole”

[@analogmatrix1442]

For me the value proposition for Leatherman is not there anymore. I get the warranty alone but the consumer pays it upfront by the tools costing at least 1.75 times more than your comparable. Here it is: SAK super tinker $35, Leatherman T4 $75. When you do a by cost comparison the SAK outrider blows away Leatherman with a legendary large saw, best scissors in the game, large locking blade, locking pry flat driver, along with a 3d Phillips with reach. SAK outrider $75 and Leatherman T4 $75. BTW I front pocket the outrider daily with a hanging clip and it’s comfortable.

[@mcsquirgle]

I just saw that the new Leatherman Arc is supposed to be released in late october globaly. It definitly looks like it will easily be the best multitool ever to go into full production. excellent toolset on it

[@cavemandanwilder5597]

Well, I have to say I never thought I would intentionally watch someone pull out their ear hair on KZbin, but here we are.

[@CopyNPasteComments]

Big fan of the T4

[@dogoargentinoedc]

I really like the Victorinox mountannier , the leatherman free t2, boker tech tool and some ruike models are great

[@Disruptrt90]

I got my free T 4 as a gift year before last and still carry it every day, I enjoy it. I havent ran into much to use the file on either but no issues with the other tools yet. Etsy used to sell 3D printed thumb studs for the knife blade and its a great upgrade for cheap.

[@knoxknifemods]

It occurs to me that I have seen this man pull his ear hairs out like 20 times. I love your content Pete, but that’s 20 times too many lol

[@SpartanJohns]

ear hair....welcome to the club! I wonder how many other people use the tweezers on vics/mt's for that? tbh...i stupidly thought i was the only one

[@asn101]

The price difference in the US is about $30ish. Super Tinker runs about $28us. The Free is $69…but…it regularly goes on sale in our big box stores for around $50us. Occasionally on Amazon as well. I paid 55-59. My main difference was the aluminum scales (Victorinox Alox prices are more in line with the Free) and the clip. If you want a (decent) clip for an SAK it’s probably custom and can cost as much as the tool itself.

[@zoiders]

*Laughs in Victorinox*

[@andrewfournier8817]

The Victorinox is considerably lighter, isn't it? Cheaper and lighter are significant advantages. Some Wenger variations lock, btw

[@Haywoodjablomie100]

Yeah i feel ya, that ear gristle hair is a show stopper and must be gone. Oh and good to see your sewer pipe doesn't have Huusk leaking out of it now... Phew, crisis averted big EPA fines for releasing Huusk in to the environment.

[@Haywoodjablomie100]

Also when your pipe leaks next, feed the family glue and the crack in the pipe problem will self correct.

[@RGudmetalhead]

In the past I’ve used vicrorinox super tinker as my EDC, then switched to leatherman wave, but since it’s a bit too bulky for a pocket I switched to gerber dime (great design, poor build quality) and then to leatherman juice S2. It probably still is my favourite edc multiool. But I impulsively purchased green T4 and you know what… I miss having pliers, but I still reeeeealy like it just because all tools can be opened/closed with one hand and all of them lock. I even learned to use tweezers with one hand. That T4 is just somehow really comfortable to use. End up using it more often than I thought I would. P.S. nice to see another person being annoyed by their ear hairs 😂

[@standardcitizen5948]

Of all my ear hairs that I have plucked in my travels, I never considered them a viable food source.

[@Hutsul_]

Very informative yet simple review. Much appreciated!

[@LilCripplingAnxiety]

I have the P4 and really like it as my main multitool. I only got it over the P2 and T4 as I wanted pliers, and I hate combo edges. if there were a way I could have a plain edge on the P2 without having to buy it as well as a P4 to harvest the plain edge from, I'd probably go to that as I don't use my serrated blade and would appreciate the lesser weight. nevertheless I would recommend the p4 if you're a regular full-size multitool carry-er.

[@JC_1095]

I have a soft spot for the Free K4. Has a good sized slicy hollow ground warncliffe blade, and all the basic essential implements if I want to do a light or compact edc. I like the idea of slim multitools in a sort of pocket folder platform. The gerber slim drive kind of fits the bill as well (it's much cheaper but lower quality). The only drawback to the K4 is the price. I wouldnt have minded the price if they offered at least s30v or s35vn steel. Why make a knife based pocket folding multitool and not go a little more all out on the knife steel?

[@JC_1095]

Forgot to mention, I've never used the P2 or P4, so the one handed tools were a pleasant surprise. It makes me want to break down and get the Arc.

[@AlexanderSamarth]

Other Victorinox models have a file as well, possibly a better one than the Leatherman because longer.

[@jooky5]

I’m the same way with the ear hair and feel an irrational sense of impending doom that the world will end if I don’t get them out. The rest of the family looks at their feet in disappointment as I quietly celebrate after a successful tweeze

[@DaveAmphlett1]

trichotillomania fans unite

[@Twiggithy]

The T4 has been my EDC for about 2 years now and I was surprised on how much I've liked it. Zap Wizard Design's blade thumb stud really helped with ease of use.

[@carlstanland5333]

Nite-Ize makes a stick on pocket clip with 3M tape. It works great on a SAK and even a Leatherman. About $5 US.

[@annekedebruyn7797]

My only issue with the T4 is that my Leatherman Rebar isn't that much bigger or heavier but has more tools including pliers. As I don't care about quick access to the blade, I tend to carry that one more day to day. I was hoping that the T2 would be a bit slimmer but it's as large and thick as the T4. Just less tools. But outside that, it IS a fantastic tool and whenever I use it, I do enjoy it a lot.

[@bradjohnson4787]

Multi tools are mostly chosen by need and price (for me).

[@Leadrain86]

I’m the same with the ear thing I use the victorinox pliers they do great.

[@drpeemac]

When I was in Leatherman ecosystem I was blind what Swiss were doing as knife laws are getting harder I switched to cyber tool ohh Man..its a different ball game...Swiss really make metal beautiful...and functional already relieved my gum and ear hair such a relief I can shove it every where lol..even dont pluck hair on chest nor cold to touch when hanging...and I can go on and on !!!

[@ChristopherRobin58]

Love my Cybertool M ! So handy in many situations!

[@happykt]

I bought my Leatherman T4 for $65 USD (about a year and a half ago) and the Victorinox Super Tinker for $32 USD (about 2 weeks ago).

[@edsaunders1897]

G'day Pete, I reckon you'd like the Victorinox Trailmaster (called the trekker in the US I think). It has a good sized locking blade, good ergonomic handle and a decent sized saw - I live on a property similar to yours, and that saw comes in handy so often for small pruning jobs as I'm walking around the property. I think the big blade is a big advantage too. I bought one about 5 years ago, and it's a true EDC - in my pocket every day regardless of what else I carry. It's definitely the best victorinox I've owned (personally, I reckon it's the best multitool - although I have bought into the knipex cult, and often have a tiny set of those with me that are awesome for any jobs where pliers are needed).

[@loganholmberg2295]

I ordered a t4 this weekend...frankly cause I'm tired of losing victorinox knives out my pockets. I'm hoping the pocket clip will be that thing I'm looking for in something I can carry in my pants pocket...unlike my leatherman wave. My only knock against it is that there is no can opener. I use the can opener on my Wave allot. I don't usually on my victorinox knives cause their can opener sucks in comparison. I might mod the t4 if a leartherman can opener will fit in the tool.

[@Zaque-TV]

They should put the wave file in this

[@sohosohigh]

You shold not use silicone on anything you want to paint some other product over....ever, it will not stick for long. And it seem´s like you would want that repaijob to hold up. Use tech7 or similar, its way better. Like your channel btw.🙂

[@93MichiganFootball]

Always look forward to a C&A video, and I agree with Pete on all points except the Victorinox/Free Scissor comparison. The overall cutting performance and fine detail work are far superior on a Victorinox, so much so that I replace the Serrated Blade on every Wave/Charge with modded 91mm Victorinox Scissors and drop in a Rebar Awl where the crappy Wave Scissors sit. The Free Scissors are only a marginal upgrade over the Wave’s.

[@Pablo668]

Hmmm, I often go with what's familiar, which means Victorinox for me. My Swiss Army Knife has the corkscrew (lol) and pliers as well as a really sharp saw blade and a decent file. I just noticed the tip of the can opener is a bit twisted. I could say I also have a smaller Wenger Swiss Army, if I could remember where I put the bloody thing!

[@JohnDoe-el5ir]

I considered Cybertool but Handyman has saw and file. Anyway I can open any tool on Handyman with one hand. It takes a little longer but I can do it 😊

[@alexcerna8087]

Gran análisis,... muchas gracias por tus videos Soy usuario de victorinox desde hace más de 20 años, mi modelo favorito es el Climber. Las herramientas de Victorinox están mejor diseñadas, pero en lo que Leatherman le supera es en el Bloqueo de las mismas, tuve ya un accidente con la navaja de la Victorinox por NO tener seguro. Pienso que Victorinox necesita innovar más y rediseñar sus multiherramientas,... por ejemplo, podrían crear un nuevo diseño e incorporar el.sistema de Bloqueo de la Spirit o la swiss tool. En fin, yo NO soy ingeniero y quien tienenla última palabra en ésto es Victorinox. Mientras tanto queda esperar a que un dia Victorinox presente un nuevo modelo que pueda bloquear todas sus herramientas. De nuevo gracias por tus videos, son de gran utilidad, que estés bien. Saludos

[@supersymun]

Hahahaha! Solid #2 review. Next episode: canning while on the can!

[@Dave-zc6mx]

I love your vids man.. keep up the great work..... love ur sence of humor

[@v_darii_v]

I think it would be possible to compare Leatherman FREE T4 and Victorinox compact if Victorinox compact had a Phillips screwdriver

[@bobmellon]

Here in the states the t4 is 70 and the super tinker is 50, much closer in price here

[@loganholmberg2295]

Ouch the free t4 is about 110 Austrailian in Canada retail. I got mine for around 90 Australian in Canada. Thats quit the bloody markup leatherman is doing in your country. Yikes. Although you can't get the red one here. I got the artic blue cause it was on sale.

[@windowbreezes]

3:33 "alan, it's dirt mate! fkn idiot!" hahaha

[@brassbear4234]

Good tool review. Really enjoyed.

[@gislisnbjornsson690]

Glad to learn that I am not the only one to hate those hairs 😂

[@eyeofthetiger4184]

G'day Pete, interesting comparisons mate, though personally, I'd rather spend the 200 odd knicker, on a good knife ; ) Alternatively, a proper pair of pliers, a ratchet handle driver with bits for around 50 AUD and the rest on a good knife. And even limited to 50, you can have the pliers or the driver + a Mora or Opinel as examples. Sure not so pocket friendly, ..... but FAR, FAR more capable and easier to use. I'd go as far as to say, better than a Surge or other high end multitool and for a fraction of the price.. Cheers Duke.

[@RenatoLaino]

I hope Huusk releases a japanese swiss army knife

[@KungFuTweety1]

I combine this with my leatherman mini tool, the combination works quite well! The mountaineer SAK is a better comparison....

[@josepmariaaguascaribot9239]

The FREE T4 clip means a difference as well.

[@repasiv]

I started no liking victorinox as you have to use your nails to get out tools against a spring. If it is used and dirty tools might get stuck and if you can't open the tool it is just as you wouldn't have it, so why carry around?

[@dropdbass]

Where's the toothpick ??? ! love watching your videos!! Thanks for the great content.

[@marksaint2936]

Septic tank and now ear hair...my god man!

[@JLaddStL]

You don't mention or show that the whole point of the Leatherman Free series. Is that you can open every tool one handed. Where as there is no chance opening any tool on the Swiss at all one handed. On a personal note I cannot own any tool that doesn't lock. Had so many close and pinch me and a couple where the knife closed on fingers. With that said I do agree the knife on the T4 is hard to open in general. The T4 is definitely not my favorite in the Free series, much prefer the K and P series of the Free line. Still enjoyed your video and take on them

[@zoiders]

I can open the blade on Victorinox Trailmaster with one hand just fine. Same goes for the Vic Swiss Tool Spirit.

[@CedricAda]

i have the k4 coming so look forward to a vid on that in the next lil while

[@johnkeck1025]

The leatherman looks like Quasimodo when it's open.

[@MrSurgpimp]

Just makes me miss Wenger!

[@daeholm]

Not once have I ever plucked a hair from out of my ear. I didn't even know this was a thing people did. It's a horror. Never show that again.

[@dourmoose]

I’m of an age that the ear hair grows faster than head hair. If my hairline keeps receding I may have to consider a combover 😂

[@headholio]

When you have a bad piece of pipe like that, you cut out that section and put in a new piece of pipe. So when you watch a review by a guy who fixes pipe with glue and tape, consider the value of his opinion.

[@sobeeaton5693]

You failed to mention the SAK straight pin which has been standard on the 91mm models since 1991. I guess you lost yours.

[@chrisnotyourbusines7739]

its not funny how leatherman fails to innovate on such an old concept..all they give you are stupid magnets that will attract metal dust , if you work in such envirement that is

[@craigcook1571]

For what leatherman’s cost they could have a better steel in their blades

[@scotthanley6035]

Just got the T4 and love it, love the video too but dear god please don’t ever fix your plumbing like that again.

[@LazyJones]

Comment for engagement

[@Febeleh]

So early stuck in 360p

[@BigfootBeerandGear]

9:55 😂

[@claykalmar8131]

Nice review. I think I would go for the leatherman. No pocket clip and no locking mechanism are deal-breakers for me. And the soild pry tool looks so handy.

[@diezelvh4133]

My 940 is my multi tool. Just ask the non existing tip of my blade. Kidding.. But really, don't try and pry a spent casing out of an ar15 chamber with it. 😑 Fresh new blade is wonderful after 23yrs of use.

[@sandorandras4148]

I don’t think thats a package opener. That’s a wire stripper?

[@CedricAda]

i dunno they call it a package opener on the site so i repeat

[@davidaxman]

Regarding the insanely annoying ear-hairs: I've contamplated laser hair removal 😂

[@DuxLindy]

can't believe the price for what it is

[@whyareyouherelol24]

You don't play deltarune or undertale perchance?

[@AlexBurgueno]

Good to know I'm not the only one that uses the tweezers to pull away those annoying ear hairs 😂

[@Hectorszenshopedc]

Good God.. good videos that make sense at present time❤ .. some people on youtube eat rocks instead of wet bread 😅😂

[@howardgreen9718]

Is there nothing gaffer tape can’t do

[@daphnedevi]

Ear hair in mouth 🤣🤣🤣 Problem with T4 tweezers is they don’t nest well and want to fall out of the T4. For me the T4 is lousy… perhaps because it’s not oriented well for lefties, the boxiness doesn’t feel great in hand either.

[@Ebola419]

The huntsmen SAK does more, does if better, and does it for less.

[@4002corbe]

Other than the Leatherman classic - i.e. folding pliers type - everything else is just plagiarism.

[@Dave-zc6mx]

so i have been contemplating on pulling the trigger on the tsprof pioneer. I would love it if anyone could give me any input before i order... thanks in advance

[@CedricAda]

unless portability is your main driver I would put a little extra aside for the kadet. the base is nice to lean on and has the extra sturdiness on its own

[@Dave-zc6mx]

Thank you so much, your input is so very valuable... Love your channel keep up the great work @@CedricAda

[@JCOwens-zq6fd]

420 HC is rather crap for such a tool. Its fine for some things but in this case i think leatherman would rather one have to buy a new leatherman when that one wears out. They will never make "the perfect tool" b/c then whats the point of ever buying another right? Lol

[@amedeoperri3571]

Victorinox forever!

[@RichardPoogerman]

Couldn't get past you talking smack about the Victorinox corkscrew😯 😊

[@o0FranklySpeaking0o]

I am suprised you get ear hairs considering you have actual hair on your head.

[@konradnsa]

T4 is a lemon! I get rid of that crap. Useless thing. I own few multi tools of L. But t4 is NO! If u buy one for someone as a gift it could be considered as offensive!

[@lonewolf597]

I wish Huusk would make a multi tool. NOT!

[@LaResistenciaEDC]

So bulky for a piece who doesnt have pliers tho 😅