Leatherman Wave vs Surge

Let's walk through the Leatherman Wave and Leatherman Surge. We'll see what makes them similar and what sets them apart.
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[@txtoolcrib]

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[@kengamble8595]

I've carried my Surge for the last twelve years and used it every day! Call it my toolbox on the hip! I still often mention to my sister that it was the best Christmas present I ever got! Good job on the comparison ! 👌 Thanks for sharing and take care. 👍

[@txtoolcrib]

Ken Gamble I can completely relate. My Leatherman Surge is the most important item in my EDC. Thanks for taking the time to watch my video.

[@jamesarthur9596]

I carried my original pat pending Wave for over twenty years and just recently switched to the Surge with the bit kit. Over the years it has saved miles of walking and climbing with having it on my hip. Loving the Surge so far, but a little bit of me missed the wave which I handed down to my son. Thanks for the video.

[@txtoolcrib]

Absolutely, thank you for watching.

[@trollop1989]

@TX Tool Crib Hello. What's the make of those calipers you have there, please?

[@txtoolcrib]

Those are just cheap General calipers available at Lowe’s. They are definitely not the best, but work fine for these purposes.

[@TedBorel]

You are the "Bob Ross" of explaining Leatherman! I appreciate the No-BS/ no frills explanation of the differences and the real-world account of these 2 in comparison. Thank you!

[@txtoolcrib]

Ted Borel Well thank you, I’m trying to picture myself with an Afro now. Lol. Which way do you find yourself leaning? Are you a Wave, or a Surge man?

[@miguelpi8831]

This is the most complete comparison between two of the best mulitools. Good job!!! 👍👍

[@txtoolcrib]

Miguel Elpidio Ruiz Thank you, I’m glad you liked it. I want to try to make every video as informative as I can.

[@pebble888]

Thank you for an excellent comparison. I’d love to see the exchangeable blade function introduced on any upgrade of the Wave. It would also allow the scissors to move to the outside and be bigger. It would make the Wave an even more compelling option for the majority of people. Until then the Surge feels more attractive

[@txtoolcrib]

I think outside scissors on the Wave and adding an awl would be a huge hit.

[@garrisonboyd1701]

The only problem is it would basically be the same as the surge at that point haha

[@bluesix2843]

Excellent presentation, great voice over and you did the tools justice, The Wave..imho is by far the best all round tool from an EDC point of view, small, very strong however still light enough and packed with all the essential tools that you really can use. Combined with the full bit kit and extender tool carried in an updated 4 pocket holster it's superb. For a comfortable concealed pocket carry the side clip is perfect as it holds the tool in place and keeps it located and available for deployment at all times. The way I've had mine replaced without quibble over the last 27 years due to abuse and good old hard work is testament to Leatherman's unflinching service and engineering prowess. A truly awesome tool!

[@txtoolcrib]

Blue Six I think you nailed it. The Wave is an excellent choice for EDC.

[@bluesix2843]

TX Tool Crib Never leave the house without it! Black tactical Wave + with pocket clip for tidy concealed carry and Stainless Wave Plus+ for rough duties with a loaded 4 pocket holster complete with Fenix tac torch. Also have a very old Leatherman pancake holster with tool adapter and bits, Ticks all the boxes....proper boy scout😉

[@txtoolcrib]

Blue Six That sounds a lot like myself. I carry a stainless/black oxide Surge away from the job site, because frankly I think it looks sharp. I combine that with a newer Fenix UC35. On the job site I carry a regular stainless Surge that sees all kinds of abuse and just keeps right on chugging along. I have an older Fenix UC35 with all kinds of wear and tear which has never let me down, to go along with my Surge, single sleeve bit kit, and bit extender. I feel completely vulnerable whenever I reach for my hip and don’t find those tools. There are rare occasions when carrying my Surge is out of place. Whenever I am at functions where carrying a belt carried multi tool is taboo, I switch it out for a Juice S2. It doesn’t have the same level of functionality, but something is better than nothing. Honestly, my multi tool is just as important to me as my smart phone.

[@bluesix2843]

TX Tool Crib 👍

[@My03Tundra]

I owned a Wave, and sold it in favor of the Surge. While heavier, the Surge offers full-size scissors, and a removable/replaceable file and saw. I once suggested that Leatherman add the replaceable saw/file tool on a Signal like tool. I also suggested they make a tool for the office environment (no knife, decent Scissors), as that would be awesome.

[@txtoolcrib]

My03Tundra I also like the fact that the saw/file are replaceable on the Surge. If for any reason they were to wear out, you can just order new ones. I think this combination really only works on the larger multi tools though. Because of the way that exchanger is built, it really shortens the saw/file quite a bit. In a standard duty multi tool, I think it would shorten them beyond the point of usefulness, especially the saw. Thanks for your comment.

[@derekschmucker1609]

Thanks for your very good in-depth review. I felt that both tools were represented very well and that you showed some of the strengths and weaknesses of both. I've been EDCing a wave since 2007 or so and feel underdressed when I'm without it. Also just purchased a used charge alx. I may have to consider a surge in the future

[@txtoolcrib]

Derek Schmucker You’re very welcome. I really feel you can’t go wrong with either one of these multi tools. It really comes down to personal preference. The ALX is even better. I think you’ll enjoy the longer blade life of the 154 CM, it also looks a little more sleek in my opinion. Thanks for your comment.

[@franciscocarmona3739]

Very complete and well described comparison of both Leatherman multi-tools.

[@txtoolcrib]

Thank you.

[@simondowell5627]

The best Wave/Surge comparison video I have watched by a long way, thank you! I plan to have mine accessible at home so will opt for the Surge as carrying weight/size is less of a concern. Also, you made a good point about large hands, which I have too. Thanks again.

[@paulwhat322]

Perfect review! Bigger, stronger, more features for same money. The surge was a no brainer for me.

[@txtoolcrib]

Thank you, I think the Surge is a much more capable tool. Then again, not everyone needs the most capable tool.

[@waholoopesorry74]

Thanks for the great video. I keep getting tempted by the Surge and can't stop watching KZbin videos on it... Maybe that means I should just pull the trigger on it. I have been carrying a Wave for 13 years and I would feel bad cheating on it with another Leatherman haha

[@wafflestoast5228]

I agree, the surge is the one I'm going for. It's nearly perfect and best fits my needs. This was the best video comparison. I only wish that leatherman made an outside-accessible bottle cap opener on it because I'm a beer drinker and that's one of my most-used tools!

[@garyfoale3707]

Davitski P a fully closed leatherman will open a beer fine. You can open a beer easily with a Bic lighter, so a larger, harder, more square tool makes it a doddle.

[@nunyafuckinbizniz]

The Leatherman signal , skeletool and style cs all come with outside accessible bottle cap openers.

[@stefanbuscaylet]

The bottle opener is my amazon box opener. Lol

[@loveisthething]

I use the tip of the pliers to open bottles

[@DHEAD_EYE]

if u were a real beer dribker you would know u can open a bottle on almost anything u do not need a bottle opener tool its a waste of a slot in imo

[@YR7A]

I use the awl on both my victorinox super tinker and leatherman surge to "drill" holes into plastic, wood, and other (soft) materials. works like a charm.

[@stefanbuscaylet]

Hey thanks for taking the time to make this. Just picked up the surge using your affiliate link. Cheers

[@burgherdude]

Great review, well organized and delivered. I have both the Surge and Wave and agree with your review and conclusion. I also would like to eventually get a Wave with the replaceable wire cutters but that's way down the road. Bottom line - I'm really happy with both the current Wave and Surge versions.

[@txtoolcrib]

Steven Spence Thank you. I think the Surge and Wave are both excellent tools, although admittedly the Surge just stands out as a clear winner for me. I will be doing a series of other reviews and comparisons between different multi tools, including offerings from Gerber, Victorinox, Leatherman, and SOG. I hope you’ll find them to be as informative.

[@ronnietarnacke5153]

Steven Spence it's called wave + it has replaceable wire cutters. There's also a charge + and charge tti +

[@emersonkk33]

Awesome video! Thorough, informative and to the point with no BS. Seriously one of the best product review/comparison videos I have seen. Been a subscriber for several weeks now, but if I wasn't already, this vid would have convinced me to. A long long time ago in a galaxy far far away, I owned the "original" Leatherman. But alas, it disappeared shortly after passing through the spacetime continuum from passing through a black hole on the way to this galaxy LOL. I have wanted to replace it for many years but never got around to it. Was going with the Wave but after this, it's the Surge for me. Thank you so much for solid informative comparison.

[@txtoolcrib]

I appreciate that very much, thank you. I try to be as forthright as I can. My goal is to help people determine what works best for them.

[@derechtejulian]

Great Video. Very organized and objectively. You have a pleasant voice by the way.

[@txtoolcrib]

Julian M Thank you.

[@inpalpatine2067]

Might need a surge now. I edc the wave and have one in each car. I want to put in a good word for the wave reversible eyeglass screwdriver. It is one of the best fine clean scrape pry tools around and is a good awl (pokes tiny holes in wood, metal leather etc or pilot holes (no taper) for fine wood screws). It is a great recessed o-ring lifter on flat or round applications. It cleans outside and many inside threads. And is a fine scribe. (Also much safer than a blade for cleaning under fingernails)

[@txtoolcrib]

The Surge is an outstanding tool. I’m glad you referenced so many real world uses for the micro driver. There are instances when I miss having it on the Surge. Thanks for watching.

[@Myrslokstok]

Very good rewiev! This deservs 100 times moor views. BBC quality video.

[@txtoolcrib]

Myrslokstok Thank you, I appreciate that.

[@mountainbearoutdoors]

I like leathermans and the warranty is great on them but ive snapped screw drivers on mine when ive really needed them. design award goes to leatherman for the one handed opening of essential tools but reliability goes to my Victorinox swiss tool that has been faultless for 18 years.

[@txtoolcrib]

Now, if those two companies collaborated to make one awesome multi tool. One can dream.

[@vitsanuuruburus5470]

I enjoy your very informative and straight forward reviews. Thank you.

[@txtoolcrib]

I really appreciate that, thank you. You’re quite welcome btw.

[@beatlepaul77]

Now this is how a proper review is done!!!

[@txtoolcrib]

John Bonkowski Thank you sir, I’m glad you liked it.

[@walley2637]

awesome review of these tools. i have both and agree completely with your assessment. once you get the Surge you cant go back!

[@txtoolcrib]

Walley Wallington Thank you. Appreciate you taking the time to watch my video.

[@michaelcolloton6971]

Great overview. I have, and love both of these tools. I agree that the Wave is a better EDC tool, but consider the Surge more as a camping tool than a tradesman's tool. When I was a low-voltage electrician, I normally carried purpose-built tools in a tool belt or bag, so I rarely felt the need to pull out my multitool. The blades and file occasionally came in pretty handy, however. My biggest peeve with both of these tools is the combination opener. It's a great can opener, but a terrible bottle opener. Victorinox makes a much better one. It's just one of the reasons I've been carrying an SAK for 40 years.

[@txtoolcrib]

I agree about the bottle cap lifter. Although, because I rarely use one, it does not matter that much to me.

[@Cooldibs]

I’ve had my leatherman for 3 years. 2 months ago I sent it in for repair and they exchanged the pliers with interchangeable wire cutters!

[@txtoolcrib]

Leatherman has always had an excellent warranty. Glad to hear they fixed you up with an upgraded model.

[@xl000]

how much did you pay for that ?

[@SnD340]

@@xl000 you don't pay anything for that. It comes with the hefty price you pay when you initially buy a leatherman. I'm sure you only have to pay for the shipping of the item. But as far as the exchange,repair. The 25 year warranty covers that. Leatherman is also very known to honor their warranty.

[@antikoerper256]

Excellent channel and reviews, respect from your humble eastern european NATO ally - Bulgaria

[@ufra-5744]

Very very good review! Helps me a lot to decide witch one I m gonna by

[@luvacharya6445]

Thanks super professional review... seen a ton of videos while searching for a perfect tool for my need... and your video gives a complete professional explanation... Cheers..

[@txtoolcrib]

Luv Acharya I apologize, but somehow your post got past me. Thank you for watching and for your compliment.

[@schoi604]

Thank you for your elaborate analysis on these tools. After watching your video I went ahead and order the Surge. Thank you again!

[@txtoolcrib]

Stanley Choi You’re very welcome. I love the Surge. I think you will be very happy with it.

[@ricev7071]

The Wave for me!!! I saw the 2017 Horror movie " A Quiet Place" and the father gave his daughter a Leatherman Signal at the beginning of the movie like in the first 15 minutes into it, I was like 'Hell Yeah!!' But The Wave is a Legendary tool, popular as a pair of pliers and used as much as a hammer. This tool will be forever made as a necessary tool, a household item for everyone to use. Life cannot be the same without a Leatherman. I carry mine everyday, even inside the house.

[@txtoolcrib]

Rice Villatoro I share your sentiment.

[@bloodbushcraft2467]

I've carried the Leatherman core for around 8 years and love it. I just bought a wingman in a pawn shop for 50 cents and I like the outside tools so I just ordered a wave+ mainly because I didn't realize the surge existed. Now I have to buy a surge

[@txtoolcrib]

Blood Bushcraft Don’t you hate that? LOL

[@dhirajshetty483]

Great voice over and presentation !

[@txtoolcrib]

Dhiraj Shetty Thank you

[@gearsNtools]

I like your style, reminds me of when I used to work with the machine shop team at work. keep up the good work man!

[@LCPL1322]

This vid made it hard for me to choose so i bought both of em. Wave for edc, Surge for when i need a heavy duty tool without havin to lug around an entire tool box

[@ImmaHogg]

I have an older version of the Surge, which does not have replaceable wire cutters and the screw driver config is slightly different. I have it because I inherited it. It is quite heavy for most of my EDC, for which I have a couple of SAK's I carry. I love the Surge on the days I'm getting my yard work & home chores done. If I was to buy one, it would be the Wave.

[@txtoolcrib]

The Wave is an excellent choice.

[@grimflipz]

Surge for me!

[@Caoimhin7-4]

ApexEDC 88 😂 you a bosch nerd.

[@uiopuiop3472]

surge

Very good comparison. Thank you!

[@txtoolcrib]

You’re welcome sir.

[@michaelcolloton6971]

Great video! I have both and won't leave my house without one of them. Because of its size and weight, I think that the Wave is the better EDC tool, but there have been times when I was glad that I had the Surge on my belt. My only problem with the Surge is the sheath. It's horrible. I bought a leather sheath for the Wave but didn't like it. I put the Surge into it and love it. I don't consider any multitool a tradesman's tool. If you're an electrician, for example, and all you carry is a multitool, you' need to get proper tools or find a different line of work. These are designed for those times when you need to do something and don't have a real tool handy.

[@txtoolcrib]

Michael Colloton Well said, I don’t disagree.

[@charlesadamski_197]

I have a fun fact for you. You may not know this. I love the fact any standard bit can be used. Here is why. In Canada we prefer Robertson screws and bolts. Phillips and slots end up in the garbage if we have a choice. Try one sometime and you'll know why. . The reason you Don't have them is because Henry Ford chose the either cheaper or more readily available Phillips. I can't remember which. With the standard bit choices I can use a far superior bit.

[@txtoolcrib]

Charles Adamski_1 I don’t disagree that the Robertson is superior to the Phillips. I watched a documentary on it once. It was my understanding that the gentleman from Canada that invented that screw was trying to get it implemented during The Great War, if I’m not mistaken. The manufacturers in America, in their infinite wisdom, decided to use the Phillips head fastener design because it was invented by an American. It became a standard in the US after that. I’ll never understand why. A little side note, there is one other invention that came from Canada that surprised me when I found out. The oxygen/acetylene torch came from Canada. So y’all for that one too. We actually do use Robertson head fasteners here as well. They are mostly relegated to electrical applications. Don’t ask me why. Thanks for your comments. Hope you liked the video.

[@charlesadamski_197]

TX Tool Crib I did enjoy your video.

[@AshGreen359]

My leather surge sheath holds both sets of bits, took a while for the leather to stretch but I edc the the whole set. Aww crap! You don't have the Jeweler's / eyeglass screwdriver? That sucks.... So much.... That tiny screwdriver had come in so handy for me on so many occasions. Why would they replace it with something that comes in the bit kit? Mine however doesn't have the replaceable wire cutters

[@txtoolcrib]

It can definitely be a very useful tool. I have had more than one occasion where I could have used that driver on my second generation Surge.

[@dorian26uk]

Gott to be one of the best letherman opinion video i've seen. Good job sir!

[@txtoolcrib]

PanzerCanis Thank you very much.

[@crobarfreeman]

Can you just file 2 flat sides on a standard bit driver, making an adapter that works with all bits?

[@marodriguezsr]

Very detailed video & yes I love all my tools, multi-tools, knives etc. etc. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. - Marco

[@txtoolcrib]

2010chingonoutdoorsman You’re very welcome.

[@sosteve9113]

Thanks for the detailed info and comparison

[@loveisthething]

You deserve more subscribers. Great in depth content. I subbed

[@txtoolcrib]

Thank you very much, on both accounts.

[@sergeanthetfield3001]

You have a great soothing voice.

[@txtoolcrib]

sergeanthetfield My brothers and I have been told our entire adult life. We can thank my father for that I believe. Thanks for your comments.

[@TomPark1986]

Got the surge today. Great tool. Wish it had a spring for the pliers.

[@txtoolcrib]

T FP The Surge is definitely well built. Over time it should break in quite nicely. I do understand what you mean about the pliers though. They can be fairly stiff initially.

[@stephenmackey4571]

Very professional, thanks.

[@txtoolcrib]

You're welcome, thank you for watching.

[@charlesadamski_197]

Personally I've never intentionally bought a straight or Phillips bolt or screw but a lot of our stuff comes from America so we do have the tools to use them.

[@register1430]

5:00 bosch T shank , 10 years later I learned something new. Nice bonus!

[@txtoolcrib]

Very useful for a number of different attachments.

[@tomservo3401]

I owned an original Leatherman right after they came out and I was not impressed. Good idea but felt flimsy. Stuck with my Swiss Army knife as my pocket/pack multi tool. Pretty much forgot about Leatherman for 20 years. Been Looking for a better tool for my pack. Saw my boss pull hers out the other day and decided to check them out. Ordered a surge + bit kit and extender $162. I have to say I am impressed. This does not feel like the flimsy classic. These pliers are solid. I am already finding it very useful and has become my belt tool. One thing I wish they had left the flimsy 420 knife blades off but I always also carry my Spyderco so don’t need another knife. Bought the black one. Did a number on my hand for a few days but now nothing is coming off on my hands.

[@timsmith4089]

This was the first of your reviews that I watched. It, along with your Wave+ and Free P4 reviews convinced me that the Wave+ would be the upgrade of choice to suit my needs. Coming from the Sidekick (and very briefly the Wingman), the Wave+ is a solid tool and a quantum leap from the Sidekick in terms of tool selection and robustness. I found the P4 intriguing (and do like it's scissors better), but I opted for what I considered to be a bit more of a stout tool. Your review also gave me an appreciation the Surge, but for me it's a bit much to carry for my usage, the Wave+ being more on par with the size and weight of the Sidekick. Thanks.

[@txtoolcrib]

I think the Wave/Charge and Swisstool Spirit lines would be most recommended multi tools for most people. The only reason to jump to a Surge/ST300/Swisstool is if you are working in construction/fabrication or you want something a little more robust for camping/bushcrafting. Hand size can also play a role into whether or not you choose to go with the larger tools. My hope is that someday they come out with multi tools that are sized right in between the size of the Wave and Surge. I think that size would appeal to a lot of people.

[@timsmith4089]

I’m not the aficionado you are, but I see your point. I might have been willing to go a bit larger depending on the tool selection. Nonetheless, I expect the Wave+ to serve my needs well.

[@250rapid]

Excellent video comparison! 👍...Surge still my choice of a multitool, maybe a bit heavy for the pocket, that's why I always carry it in the sheath and never use the pocket clip, but beside that, the clip fits too loose and moves sideways making it very difficult to clip the tool on your pocket using just one hand while holding something else with the other, almost lost my Surge because of that exact problem. According to Leatherman, is an intentional bit of wiggle in the design of the clip in case it gets caught on something there would be a little bit of “give” rather than immediately breaking off and ruining the clip. Well, for whatever reason, still useless to me.

[@txtoolcrib]

Tekmat Sharp Thank you. I never tried using the pocket clip on the Surge. I have always belt carried my Leatherman tools, well the larger ones anyway. There are those rare occasions when I go out for dinner and don’t carry my Surge. Inevitably, I will reach for my Surge and immediately go into panic mode because it isn’t on my hip. I have learned to combat that by carrying the Leatherman Juice S2. Thank for your comments.

[@solomonkane408]

Very good review and thorough right on just ordered a surge .

[@johneli495]

Great job, very informative

[@txtoolcrib]

John Eli Thank you

[@patrickgambsky6290]

Which tool is the best tool Leatherman Wave or Leatherman surge my vote both Leatherman's EDC carrier surge on the right wave on the left 👌👈🍒👈

[@txtoolcrib]

Patrick Gambsky Lol. Never thought about it that way. Would get a bit heavy though.

[@dobermansnp]

Great and clear vid. I do had a few Leathermans including the Wave, and i love all of then lol You got a new sub in here. Best of all from Brazil.

[@txtoolcrib]

dobermansnp Thanks for subbing, and thanks for the compliment. I will have a new video up in a couple of days I hope. I am just finishing up my review of the Gerber Center Drive, I think you’ll like it.

[@richardellison1620]

Clear high quality video answered my questions well done really

[@txtoolcrib]

Richard Ellison You’re very welcome.

[@devatwell334]

Overtime the bosch t shank adapter does rattle and shake with the blade in that is

[@cemetery895]

I think I'll go with the Surge because the number of tools is more, plus I EDC a fanny so it should be just as easy to carry as the Wave.

[@yota87truck]

Both are great knifes! 🔪

[@txtoolcrib]

Carson Jensen Agreed, comes down to personal preference.

[@GarHarman]

Great job! great review/comparison, thank you.

[@txtoolcrib]

Thank you sir.

[@zackinblack]

I use an sak because the leatherman was just too big. Sak is a very capable and handy tool for a more light task oriented person like myself. The leatherman while heay duty requires constant oiling to prevent rust and my sak is very handy and rugged

[@txtoolcrib]

Yeah, it's important to choose what is right for you. I don't believe there is a wrong choice when it comes to multi tools. It's all a matter of finding the right fit.

[@Jack_Hunt]

I'm tossed up between the SIGNAL, SURGE, and the wave ( i like the signal as it as a firestarter)

[@rodsofgod6863]

Love the surge.. I dont care if I look like I have a 5 pound wrench in my belt or pocket but it has way more tools and looks less of a toy. The only con that I have found with the surge is that it tends to loosen itself quickly. But its still the best from Leatherman including its warranty.. It is clearly a fine example of quality and service from a product that it is USA made.

[@txtoolcrib]

santiago vindell I agree. I actually like the fact that the pliers loosen in. I find that because they open freely I don’t find myself missing spring loaded pliers.

[@mansourq6512]

Thank you so much for the great video , keep up your great work 👍

[@txtoolcrib]

mansour alqasem Thank you, I’m glad you liked the video.

[@57strub]

I have both of these. My wave must be one of the first ones made as it doesn't have several of the things mentioned, neither does my surge. Interesting.

[@txtoolcrib]

You may have the first generation versions.

[@LARRYGBBQGUY]

Great video and explanation, keep a good work.

[@txtoolcrib]

Larry Gasper Thanks!

[@WASSALIBI]

i use leatherman surge since 2012 (first generation one)..until now ...it's still in the good condition. not only use the leatherman surge but i had the wave before ... but i had issue with the wave ... the jaw it's broken..!!! for my opinion..??? the surge it's the tough one among leatherman multi tool "family"..!!!!

[@txtoolcrib]

wassalibi I agree. Leatherman has a fantastic warranty on all of their products though. If you’ll fill out the warranty information and send your Wave back to Leatherman they will be happy to either fix or replace it for you.

[@WASSALIBI]

i now about the lifetime warranty from leatherman... but cost for shipping from my country (malaysia ) to usa..!!! it's very expensive..myr 147 -in dollar i'm not sure.. may be just around 35.00 USD ...but it's large number of money for me..!!! hahaha !!!

[@bluesriderDF]

Excellent video, great detail. Thanks!

[@txtoolcrib]

BluesriderDF Thanks, I appreciate it.

[@JMigUK]

awesome comparison, thank you

[@txtoolcrib]

J. Mig Thanks

[@GabrielMisfire]

3:35 used the serrated blade on my Wave to save my colleague's finger from a tensing line while we were helping some rather inexperienced ""sailors"" leave the harbour. NEVER get to work without a trusted tool by your side!

[@txtoolcrib]

I bet they were grateful! I know I would have been.

[@GabrielMisfire]

@@txtoolcrib I'm sure he was, though we were both too busy cursing the "sailors" out to hell and back to exchange pleasantries 😬😂

[@voidbehind9394]

Hey I would like to buy a surge, of course I checked a lot of reviews from a lot of websites one of those was Amazon and I found some really negative reviews with photos of the surge rusty or even broken (it was a full priced one 169€ ), but every other single website says that it's very durable and I don't know what to do, does Amazon simply sell fake garbage??? Can anyone that actually owns or owned the knife give me advice plz????

[@baileyhatfield4273]

If Amazon is selling them for Full price...just go to Leatherman itself. No point of having some second hand possible problem child knife for the same cost. I just ordered a Wave + right from Leatherman (Canada) and its coming, looks like a really nice multi tool plenty of reviews on them. Things break on these knifes if you misuse or abuse them, its gonna happen to anything. They have a 25 yr warranty and i think it should cover a bunch. Rust would be a problem of cleaning it poorly or leaving it out in bad weather for long periods of time

[@thiaguinhooitodois2211]

I prefer the wave since it’s its much easier to edc. The surge would be just to bulky and heavy. Both amassing though.

[@frazzle657]

The one thing pushing me towards the wave is the watch driver set

[@txtoolcrib]

They are very useful to some people, and useless to others.

[@frazzle657]

@@txtoolcrib what's the urle or however it's spelt on the surge for?

[@txtoolcrib]

Frazzle Creating holes in various materials such as leather, plastics, wood, etc...

[@xXGOTCRABSXx537]

Great review ! surge for me being in industry. What was the yellow tool you were using to hold the PVC pipe when cutting when the surge ? Thank you.

[@WoodsmanHobo777]

Three best Leatherman's ever made..... Super Tool 300, Surge, and Wave+

[@txtoolcrib]

I think the Micra is pretty great too, for what it is.

[@johanneslinder422]

Very good video!

[@txtoolcrib]

Johannes Linder Thank you

[@rainyjacktheepic]

Don’t know if I could handle that weight on the surge. I recently got a Rebar and love it. I swapped some tools so I could use the bits. I also made a metal sheath that works on athletic shorts. That size for the Surge is so nice though...

[@txtoolcrib]

rainyjacktheepic It does take some getting used to.

[@daursan]

Good. I liked it. Thank you.

[@j.wsoutdoors2886]

I am 14 and have had the leatherman wave + for my edc for 6 months and i have used it on the farm, around town, and for bushcrafting I would have tried multiple different tools but i cant afford another till i get a job Sorry for that last bit Great video love your channel and i am subscribed

[@txtoolcrib]

Well young man, you have an excellent multi tool. Honestly, it’s one of the best.

[@Vickz818]

I’m torn if I could only have one. Which do you recommend?

[@abey1502]

Great video Thank you Brother

[@txtoolcrib]

Absolutely, thank you for taking the time to watch my video.

[@earlycuyler8719]

Do you think you could cover the best carry options for both including the bit kits?

[@txtoolcrib]

Clowers Hiball I will make a note of it and try to get a video for it in the future. I personally had a custom double sheath made for mine. I don’t concern myself with weight as much as other do though. What works for me may not work for the next person.

[@stephenmackey4571]

Good review, thanks

[@txtoolcrib]

Stephen Mackey you are very welcome, thanks for watching.

[@JNpixels]

I been carrying a surge over 10 years. I use it every day to fix million dollar equipment hehe. Try many other tools but alway go back to surge

[@txtoolcrib]

I’m much of the same opinion. I have tried many other multi tools, nothing has ever out performed the Surge for me though.

[@charlesadamski_197]

Or you may just shear off the head of the bolt if your tool is that strong but you won't end up with a rounded out head that's useless from rounding out if used properly.

[@doughboy7686]

The surge is a great survival tool also. Can use the saw to cut fire wood and all

[@montirautoelectrician5301]

I am an auto electrician, this tool is so great, but its to expensive for me 😢

[@G11354]

Another great video! If I may ask, what camera do you use for your videos?

[@txtoolcrib]

Thank you very much. I set up an overhead rig using 2x4 lumber and 1/2" pipe fittings for the overhead camera work. It is kind of a cheap setup, but seems to work well. I have a MeFoto phone mount and shoot with an iPhone X with an external mic for all the table top videos. I use a Sony Handycam camcorder for other videos with a Rode external mic for the rest. I plan on doing a video for how I set up my table top shots later. I spent about $100 on the setup for the table top shot, excluding the phone of course.

[@frazzle657]

Not that I'd need it often but I don't even know what that replacement on the surge is

[@txtoolcrib]

Which replacement? The T-shank fittings?

[@thehowlingterror]

12% of people are left-handed...yer listening Leatherman. 😊

[@pete2109]

Hi, I have just bought the Wave Plus 👌 I’m just wondering if I could put the blade exchanger in in place of the file or saw? Many thanks and why have you not got more subs??? You do a more in depth review than any other reviewer out there 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️💪👍🤘

[@txtoolcrib]

Well thank you, and thank you for watching. I believe that the blade exchanger from the Surge uses a slightly larger pin size than the Wave+. To install it, I think you would need to make a bushing for it to operate correctly. Also, because the Wave+ is a bit shorter, the saw/file will not fold up properly and would have to be carried separately. Hope this helps.

[@pete2109]

TX Tool Crib It helps a-lot, thank you for taking the time to answer 👍 I was thinking if I could I would keep it empty and put the tool in afterwards when needed. I’ll come back to you if I’m successful 🤷‍♂️ 👍 Have a great New Year 💪🍺

[@txtoolcrib]

Happy New Year to you as well!

[@TCFamas]

Use the surge as edc with my raptors at work I use a victorinox Swisstool plus with the ratchet.

[@txtoolcrib]

I tried carrying the Raptors for a while along with my Surge, the combination just got to be too heavy. Now I love the Raptors, but they got relegated to the storage compartment of my driver's side door. I have actually been carrying the Swisstool away from work because I want to give an honest review on my experiences with it. It has not been easy for me to acclimate to. I have carried the Surge for 12 years now. Not having quick access to the knife blades definitely takes an adjustment period. Thanks for watching.

[@TCFamas]

@@txtoolcrib Iam used to have too much shit on my belt anyways one more item doesn't make a difference any more! 🤣

[@txtoolcrib]

Jean's Survival I hear ya.

[@jasonrolling9347]

I own the Surge n waiting for my Crunch to come in. The surge is my favourite edc. Cant beat the Surge Scissors. Good for weed lol. Great video. And cant beat the interchangable blades n plier cutters. I use the clip to carry and the extenion n adaptor n spare blades in my old chris reeves sebenze sheeth which is really think and fits perfect in the little pocket on jeans.

[@txtoolcrib]

Surge is awesome.

[@chenwu9788]

Very good 👍 review. Can you make some comments on new Leatherman Free tools p2 and p4 released in this month

[@txtoolcrib]

chen wu Thank you. I just ordered the new Free tools this evening. I plan on doing an initial overview once I get them in hand. I am going to use them for a couple of weeks before giving my thoughts on their capabilities. I really want to put them to use before forming an opinion on them.

[@lukapavlovic8263]

A have surge and wave and surge is monster. It is inpossible to brake. But when it came to EDC wave is best. Surge is too heavy for normal use. If you really need monster buy surge, but if you need tool to fix stuff in house and more fine work surge is too heavy and screwing little screws just tired up hands and it's not comfortable like wave.

[@BlueGearReviews]

Leatherman Wave also appeared in the new Tomb Raider (2018) movie.

[@txtoolcrib]

Blue Gear I didn’t know that, thanks for sharing.

[@DreamSneak]

Great comprehensive review, thanks!. I am a carpenter and I'm considering the Surge, but I have smallish hands for a man. Do you think the surge would be unmanageable?

[@txtoolcrib]

Myles Green First of all, thank you. The Surge May be a bit large for you. I have fairly large hands and it is definitely a handful. I think it is the most capable multi tool in production right now, but the Wave is also an excellent multi tool. Sometimes, it is about what fits you best. I would recommend the Wave, Charge series, Victorinox Spirit series, and Rebar for butterfly opening multi tools. Even some of Gerber tools, though they are not really my style, are pretty capable as well. The beauty is, there are options. It is up to you to decide what tool set works for you and what you are willing to compromise on. Best of luck.

[@halfcantan1208]

I'm from and live on a small island of the coast of Ireland loving here now after having spent years and I mean years living and working in England over there I carried a leatherman kick the two main reasons was the blade on the kick is under 3 inches that makes it legal and it doesn't lock in England any knife that is either over 3 inches and or locks is illegal I love that kick it's been a great and handy tool for me for years as I worked in construction but now living here on the island I think the surge would be better for my everyday needs but the prices here are extortionist I could buy a good cordless power drill for the price of a surge just out of curiosity how much do they cost in the states . Any ways great video mate I just subscribed so I'm number 152 keep up the good work that was a brillent review thank you . Yours respectfully Halfcan

[@txtoolcrib]

Halfcan Tan Thanks for subscribing. The Surge will run about $95 to $100 USD in the stainless version. It is about $10 more in the black oxide version.