Leatherman Raptor Trauma Shear Review

The most rugged trauma shear option on the market, the Leatherman Raptor offers pre-hospital care providers a compact high end tool.
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[@Rendez07]

I've been using these since they first came out, great tool to keep close by. I used the window punch once in training and it worked well. Scratched the handle all up but still functional. My wife is an ER nurse and carries a pair with her also. She's used the ring cutter multiple times on soft metal rings and its worked like a champ. If you're a First Responder, you can register with Leatherman for their Leatherman Pro discount and get these things for 40 bucks. Well worth it.

[@Doc-zf7nc]

Got mine for free 99

[@astroajm4532]

@@Doc-zf7nc how?

[@Willow_9191]

Thank you for the Prompt account tip. Going to buy a pair before school starts. How long does it take for shipping?

[@Hakuna_My_Tatas]

R&R Adventures thanks for the tip! RRT here and could definitely make good use of these for half the price.

[@afrinbithy10]

I work emergancy care in the U.K. I was very excited to receive these as i had heard very good things about them. On receiving them I was initially very happy with them but I have started to notice that they cannot cut thin items such as T-shirts. They work wonderfully on thicker items such as trousers/leathers but cannot cut shirts. This really limits there use for me. I have also noticed that the blades are getting quite loose which might become a problem sometime in the future, will be messaging the seller about this. I don’t think they work as an all round pair of shears, I have had to start carrying a pair of disposable shears that I find to be much sharper. I think these shears have great potential, albeit a bit overpriced. The issues I’ve faced could be isolated so make your decision based on the other reviews available. I have contacted leatherman and will update my review when I get a response. amzn.to/3C4Sqhe

[@agilabert]

A hundred subscribers... 5 years later, you're close to 500k. Keep up the good work.

[@joey1092]

These are my EDC as a medic... The ring cutter is amazing. There are a few fingers saved from bent rings in this world. Plus it will cut through fish hooks and some gauges of wire

[@tfre3927]

Bought a pair of these and I’m super impressed with the quality. Leatherman did really well with this product 👌🏻

[@mynamesnotimportant6941]

Leatherman does great with most of their products :)

[@sp46n3r]

I have a few pairs of these scissors. Love them, amazing product. Used in mass casualty decontamination lines to cut people out of clothing, JSLIST, etc. The hook worked very well and was a reliable tool to have at your side. Did use the ring cutter on many casualties in Iraq. Used on various metal rings and never had any issues with them not working. Great tip with the loctite by the way. If you are a combat medic, CLS, CBRN, firefighter, first responded, law enforcement, or etc, I highly recommend you have having a set of Raptor Trauma Shears in your kit.

[@mattc.4256]

I've used these a bunch, but don't actually own any. However, I work in the hospital setting. These are the first set of shears to wander off if left sitting out or if loaned to the wrong person so keep a second "loaner" set on hand definitely.

[@auntkaz422]

Engrave name on them and they will be less likely to grow legs...

[@parsia1363]

I bought one after watching this and absolutely love it! Only downside is that I have to carry a cheap one for high contamination situations because it's a pain to disinfect these shears.

[@VanillaGorilla502]

These are my favorite scissors. I keep them in aid bags, my vehicle and have used them from everything from first aid to processing wild game.

[@reckerv-kg4uf]

How do they clean them when useing them for first aide or wild game like if they come in contact with blood i seriously want to know please anyone i want to buy a pair of these bad boys

[@VanillaGorilla502]

recker14888 v, For wild game I just wipe them off or use hand sanitizer on them until I get home and then wash them in hot soapy water followed by a light coat of oil.

[@Brad-R]

I’ve broken mine down and scrubbed each part with less than desirable hospital grade cleaning solutions when I’ve had to use them for traumas etc. Did not degrade quality at all once out back together and greased lightly.

[@matthewjackson9615]

@@reckerv-kg4uf Yes, this seems to be a serious downside concerning these sheers. And are they really worth $70 bucks ?

[@DarthDaddie]

Just discovered your channel, I have no idea why you haven't blown up! Keep up the good work man, these are high quality vids with good info!

[@lforet]

Just saw this video after getting a pair of Leatherman Raptors, one for me and one for a fellow responder. I can tell you how the window punch works since I used it when I went through auto extrication training. I had to hit the car side window from the outside twice to shatter the window. What a lot of guys love using for busting car windows is a spring punch. Those are hilariously easy to use but I love having this in a pinch if I cant find those. The wide handle makes it pretty easy to get a grip on the tool when using fireman's gloves.

[@baron.7284]

Ring cutter works great. Used it several times on gold, silver and steel rings and it now only cuts through them easily, it doesn't even take a lot of strength to cut through so it's usable even if you're not a bear trapped in a man's body.

[@RJ-wx3fh]

We prefer the phrase 'discretely ursine physique'.... Jk, but it's amazing how much easier a good tool can make any given task , and I'm sure it's saved some stress if not digits by having one which works so well for cutting rings etc.

[@isaiasmartinez1288]

Just got this as a Valentine’s Day gift. Adoring it so far

[@fatboyrowing]

Thanks for the review and thanks for a bunch of helpful comments from your viewers.

[@bigals51]

Got mine for a gift and it is awesome as advertised I am an RT and its it's always on my belt

[@randymicallef3545]

Just watched this video for the first time here in 2021... My how you've grown! Great information and videos. Keep on doing what you do!

[@rnmike1569]

I am a former Police Officer and SWAT Team member turned Flight Nurse, these are the best trauma sheers around.

[@Hunter-sf6dd]

RN Mike I want to be on the SWAT team when I’m older

[@MOOREPROTECTION]

one of the best tactical gear I have ever bought!

[@Joeltravels]

“Almost at a hundred subs”. Glad to see you’re doing good ;-)

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[@j.w.7688]

Your vids are ALWAYS well done with clarity and mucho good info., Been wanting the Shears for a number of years now. Gonna buy them for myself for Christmas😎👍.

[@DRBales96]

Great review! Things I would just mention is that the Ruler functions as an EKG ruler and the Propper, Tru Spec, and Elbeco EMS pants' scissor pockets are compatible with the raptors.

[@nigelwilliams9368]

My Service (UK based) issued Raptors, a Littman Classic II Stethoscope, Pelli-Light, fob-watch & fingertip SPO2 a few years back. Next we're having our own Glucometers & Tympanic thermometers

[@ruthroseverhaegh6677]

I plan on buying a pair for a close friend that is training to be an EMT. I definitely referred to this video to hear a first hand user’s opinion.

[@splitgalaxygaming8509]

Random tip. You can tighten the torx safety screws with a small flat head screwdriver if you can't get the proper tool to tighten it with.

[@KniceKnafs]

Watching this at 12k subscribers, you've come a long way mate. Keep it up!

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Just watched one of your videos and you mention 50,000 subscribers. Well done love your work.

[@notundermywatch3163]

About 4 months and 10789 subscribers later... I subscribed to this channel.

[@dfurtman]

New subscriber here currently working on my EMT-B cert. Thank you for the informative vids. As an ems professional, you qualify for professional discount prices on leatherman stuff including the shears.. I just bought a set for about $40.

[@SZ-ZS-]

llol was saying 100 subs is a lot 6 months ago, just found this video and hes nearing 40k subs. insane growth

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Congrats on breaking the 100 subscriber mark !!

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actually its 37k now....

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46k

[@MtnDewMonkey3]

Almost 101k, just got my sub.

[@Redrockett5817]

Thanks for your video, I have one of these and wanted to see how the ring cutter worked thanks for explaining it.

[@DavyCrosier]

There are a lot of testimonials for the ring cutter, and Nutnfancy’s wife tested it on a cheap ring at Shot Show 2017. Cut through like butter.

[@adventureswithfrodo2721]

Lol, I was using penny cutters in Asian jungles to cut trip wires 30 years ago. But at 70$. I still have them.

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[@dgibraltar]

@@Ryan_Cone2014 it really is

[@thegraeman]

Watching this in 2022. One thing you showed the official Leatherman vid didn't is being able to holster them open. I can see that being useful if you need your hands free between cuts.

[@cfdmedicambo68relf7]

I have those, love them, great 4 Work, I’m A Chicago Fire Department Ambulance Paramedic

[@anim8torfiddler871]

Thanks for the Review. Your recommendation has pushed me to give Raptors to my two nieces, one a PA and the other just finishing her nursing degree. But I've opted for the XShears for myself, really sturdy shears for a price Range of $33 to $37, but I'm not a professional EMS guy, just trying to put together kits for myself & some family & friends. My EDC is a SOG multitool w a double hinge arrangement that doubles the power of the plier/cutter, and I've used that for hundreds of tasks over the last few years. I'm afraid I would lose the Raptor! The ring-cutter is the only item I don't otherwise have in all my kits. Those Star-sockets have been around for a decade or more, but if you don't have the tool, you're SCROOD.

[@SGWChaosteam]

Waaaait… Been watching this Channel since forever. Just came back for the raptor review since i am thinking balzt getting them as a knife/multitool for Fire Service. Did he say 100 subscribers? 😂

[@jonmcgaw2353]

Have a Raptor attached to the side of my Maxpedition Sitka and loveee it!!

[@gregduke5371]

Really enjoying watching your videos, they are informative and easy to comprehend! Keep it up??

[@cfdmedicambo68relf7]

Love Your Videos My Brother, From Another Medic 2 Another Medic

[@jameslamasters5254]

If you happen to carry a Leatherman with a bit extender. You can pick up a security bit set at about any hardware or automotive stores. If you really want to have fun, trying tightening the screws on one of the older Leathermans or the ones that use what they call the parse bits. The only place you can get the wrenches is from a fellow on EBAY out of Russia...

[@stevenwalters3639]

The ruler has ekg time markings on it as well.

[@brandonnorton1018]

I am considering purchasing the Raptors for myself and submitting a purchase order for my CERT team members. I would guess that the security screw with the tip in the middle is so that offenders and/or people in peril would have a heck of time undoing the tool as to use it against you. I've heard nothing but good things about this product!

[@Sagittarius-88]

They're actually called "tamper-proof" torx, and they're commonly used in the automotive industry as well. Not unusual to find them on ignition system components for anti-theft purposes. Not sure why they would be used on a tool like this, though. If I had to guess, it would probably be to prevent disassembly, though tamper proof torx tools are readily available on the market. Odd choice of fastener for the application, for sure.

[@QuadeMillerEdwards]

These look TOO BADASS! Looks like my girlfriend has my Christmas gift planned now lol

[@leehart9055]

You can use a flat point screwdriver instead of the torx wrench to tighten those lose screws.

[@josuemakon1923]

Man your videos are good but I'll give you an advice, :) a short intro would be great

[@christianuy5791]

Man just amazing quality videos and so thorough; so refreshing. thank you. We want more videos from you definately

[@finnmacf5552]

I wish there was a British channel like this lol

[@Climber2CD]

You should apply to Leathermam's pro deal. All military/LE/Fire/EMS and Ski Patroller, Avalanche Controller, Forest Service can apply to get a pretty nice discount on Leatherman Tools!

[@olegmamontov5692]

Thank You sir

[@dutchvanderbilt9969]

I kinda wanna get a pair of these for the bugout bag

[@xcd87]

Do you have a video on how to sharpen and maintain this? Thatnk you, iam about to train as am ems, this channel will be my go to source for additional info.

[@PrepMedic]

I don’t sharpen them. I buy a new set every couple years

[@peterkukolik8402]

Thank you.

[@JoeDurobot]

*They look neat but I would be too afraid to lose them.I rather use my $2 pair that I can throw away if they are too dirty or not sharp anymore.* *I also already have a glass breaker and seatbelt cutter on my keychain, and don't need a wrench to open O2 tanks.* *Those shears are more like $95 in Europe, not $70 ... so you don't see many folks with those in EMS.* *Any chance we could get an full ambulance tour in a future video?*

[@JoeDurobot]

*A stethoscope is a bit different since it's more personal, and it's easier to make sure it's clean if it's your own and you don't share it with other crews.* *It's less of a concern with the issued shears that stay in the ambulance.* *Some stethoscopes can also run around $90, I wouldn't run the risk of losing mine or leaving it behind if im not always riding in the same ambulance everyday.*

[@joepvn6402]

A full on ambulance tour would be awesome.

[@sethc961]

From 100 to 21 thousands subscribers wow

[@ArkamasRoss]

I would really like to hear your thoughts on the Victorinox Rescue Tool.

[@elliotframpton3073]

Have invested n a pair and very impressive

[@mynamesnotimportant6941]

You past 100 subs! Congrats! :P 😛

[@marcoromomoreno5628]

Damn! What a useful tool lol!! Amazing video.

[@plzhelpj2316]

What brand, or from where would you recommend I get “cheaper” shears so I can have a pair with every kit I have?

[@wilfbm9067]

North American rescue have cheap disposable shears for about $3-$5 that work fine as long as you only use them once or twice anymore and they get all blunt and dont cut well

[@Thegamer12913]

The raptors are nice but I agree with you it is a pain to keep tightening and tightening all the time

[@JasonMcFly]

These days, Torx drivers are a necessity for maintaining tools. I got a set for $10 at Menards I think. Great video review!

[@NorwegianEmergencyVehicles]

I love my raptor, always carry it on my belt!

[@thibs8839]

Awesome review! These things are brilliant. I might get a set to have in my mobile first aid kit. I'm guessing they have those torx screws so that you can take it apart to clean it if it gets bloody or dirty? That's my guess anyway. Normally leatherman tools are pinned together.

[@sunnylandcamper]

2nd vid in.. so far so good.. thanks

[@steelmademance8167]

Looks cool but if those bolts are just going to get loose all the time then what good is it

[@laurieannJake]

Show how to keep scissors from collapsing!! Thx You should watch the reviews that show the glass breaker and the ring cutter cut pennies, nails etc!

[@TinkerTailorSoldier1]

Price has increased on these but seems like a good tool to have around no doubt. What kind of material is one the finger loops? Just hight temp polymer? Does it offer any friction?

[@hakonmur]

My dad bought a fake one I think because it doesn’t have any logos. But it looks the same. I wonder if the quality is the same.

[@waltlars3687]

Tractor supply Co sells a set of 36 security tips for 1/4 inch hex drivers like 3.99 in the they discouny bins

[@inyourdefense0]

My favorite shears. I also keep a cheaper pair. Subbed

[@jmurt99]

so, the window punch is amazing. works well... ring cutter kinda sucks. i've had it break on me twice

[@markspizman558]

I got mine through Amazon, seller engraved them.

[@georg.pl_]

The Raptor really works, the only thing I don‘t like about it is when you really mess it up with blood or something it‘s a pain in the *** to clean...

[@bryanlarsgaard9714]

The ring cutter is best for silver and gold rings.

[@chanceblevins6682]

It's kind of cool but I feel like it's replacing my knife or something. To be honest those additional tools do not justify a $70 price tag for a set of trauma shears which you can get for 20 bucks.

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Just found you last night and sub'd immediately. I know good content when I see it. I've shared you on social media and asked friends and family to sub too.

[@ApacheZuluReality]

In 2 years 100 subs to 217K

[@Dat808boii]

It's actually called a security torx

[@pizza7975]

recommendations for carry on gun belt without its carrying case? looking 4 a discreet holster or a way to carry it. Tired of explaining to people what it is.

[@RuggedMedicine]

To avoid losing expensive pieces of kit I purchased a Gear Keeper Scissor Leash, definitely worth the expense to keep kit safe. What do you guys use to avoid losing small items of kit?

[@afrinbithy10]

I work emergancy care in the U.K. I was very excited to receive these as i had heard very good things about them. On receiving them I was initially very happy with them but I have started to notice that they cannot cut thin items such as T-shirts. They work wonderfully on thicker items such as trousers/leathers but cannot cut shirts. This really limits there use for me. I have also noticed that the blades are getting quite loose which might become a problem sometime in the future, will be messaging the seller about this. I don’t think they work as an all round pair of shears, I have had to start carrying a pair of disposable shears that I find to be much sharper. I think these shears have great potential, albeit a bit overpriced. The issues I’ve faced could be isolated so make your decision based on the other reviews available. I have contacted leatherman and will update my review when I get a response. amzn.to/3C4Sqhe

[@BlueOx2277]

Will the ring cutter work against a titanium ring? Asking for a friend…

[@xrazx1269]

tajam bersinar

[@hafidoliver1605]

Great review. I have a question. On top of one of the shear blades it looks like a rough surface like a file. Do you what this is and does it have a use?

[@americanmilitiaman88]

I think its to grab hold of the clothing so it can be cut. Like denim tries to slide out from regular scissors

[@kg7yts187]

Just bought a pair! But I'm disappointed with the new Leatherman logo

[@DragonSailor-Hooah]

Can the shears rip cut clothing/ say a jslist suit hazmat suit

[@CookiemanHS]

Have you tried the S-CUT and if so what are your opinion on them?

[@Utubeisazzho]

It’s not a “multi tool”. It gets loose and is made to take a apart easier to clean blood out

[@PrepMedic]

It is still a multi tool, it has scissors, measuring tape, seatbelt cutter, window punch, and O2 wrench. If they wanted it to be easy to take apart they wouldn't have used that type of hex key.

[@SyrRduDtw]

Any idea on how well they would hold up in saltwater conditions? Thinking on a dive boat as part of safety kit.

[@SyrRduDtw]

Thanks. Most of the shears we use on boat are stainless steel, but do not have the versatility of the ones you demonstrated.

[@arnoldursabia8860]

I like it

[@centermass3454]

Can you recomend a replacement holster ? I dont like the one it came with. Scissors fell out several times and now I must dummy cord them.

[@PrepMedic]

I don't know of any off the top of my head but they are out there.

[@lesgarten]

Would have been nice if we could see them cutting something...

[@jopkoenes3511]

Would you recommend these for day-to-day use or are only for medics?

[@MichaelCook1981]

They're designed with first responders in mind, but honestly they're basically tactical scissors. I'm buying a couple pairs to use for whatever, they're pretty sharp, so they cut through the plastic blister packs that stuff comes in, clothing, thin gauge metal and wire.

[@arnoldursabia8860]

How to order this product

[@ab935]

Are they full tang?

[@PrepMedic]

Yes

[@jamesgilhooly8922]

Best way to prevent loss of these great shears is to engrave your name and phone number on them.

[@rube_shoots]

They loosen themselves, belt clip broke twice, "won't fit in a standard EMS pocket"...All I need to know.

[@PrepMedic]

Try the X shear! I have a review of those on here if you are interested.

[@alamedacustomholsters]

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