$10 Leatherman Surge look alike...How good could it be? ATECH 13 in 1

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

I'm glad you got in on these, I picked up 2 more myself during the sale!

[@maxlvledc]

Thanks for the heads up! I really hope the other tool I ordered turns out to be good, it has the scissors and blade and missing the other outer tools (with pocket clip) I am just concerned with weight.

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

@@maxlvledc Ah yeah, I saw that tool pop up, I ordered a green one.

[@thisguy2659]

Damn $40 now.... feels like I missed out on bit coin all over again.

[@T-Mo_]

$17.50 right now. Cheapest I've seen it since his video.

[@MokuNui808]

I was just gonna mention the rebar exchanger for bits and then you said it! I like the fact there is no serrated blade and a substantial set of scissors! And the main blade being fully plain edge with a better more utilitarian blade shape is awesome!!! And it looks easier to maintain with only standard torx drivers compared to leathermans security torx

[@edwardfletcher7790]

Thanks for reviewing this tool. Even at $30 Leatherman really needs to pay attention. But I'm not holding my breath.

[@benveach9689]

🇺🇸 Wish Leatherman would add more models or I can find someone to Trick out a Wave for me~For it’s size and quality the Wave is carrying the wasted space of wee tiny scissors~I want a pair closer to the Juice~I would also omit tiny screwdriver and add a true Sheep Foot shape like Serrated blade of Rebar but of course smooth edge and make 1/2 - 3/4 inch shorter 😏

[@tomfaranda]

I got one for $10. Excellent deal. Just checked and now $39.95. Same tool. 15 left.

[@unfi6798]

An excellent tool for beginners. Great parts for mods. We have something similar & made in China that we put on a pocket clip, also micro abrasive the washers/dividers so it will open one hand. Gave it to the twins next door for Christmas & now they're a constant member when we go bush. It's cheap but the smile on the twins are priceless.

[@johnkang2000]

Is this compatible with surge parts?

[@dmitrykabanov9155]

I bought several tools of this model. It is really very good even if you talking about steel quality. Not the steel of the blade but steel of scissors, awl and driver. I moved scissors to wave and it works very good. In the end I made my own conversion from this one and Daicamping wave clone. I almost managed to make perfect multitool using parts of this one instrument.

[@Everything_Multi-tool]

Got one for $15 this week. Like the tool combination and the ergonomics

[@reikyfoxxe1847]

I already tried to put the scissors on my signal in place of the saw. Pivot is smaller than the signal 😔. Saw does work pretty good. Used it on some inch thick green branches

[@maxlvledc]

As long as there is some metal to work with..I bet I could get it to work..

[@Ac2333s]

It is currently $40 on amazon.

[@doankartal]

Awesome And you can use it everywhere, forgot no need to worry

[@steventaylor4867]

Interesting I wonder if you can get them in the UK ?

[@T-Mo_]

Try AliExpress. Search daicamping hrc78k

[@steventaylor4867]

@@T-Mo_ ok

[@GarrettRockey]

I’m noticing a common theme in the budget multitool category: they all seem to be hitting the 9+ oz. mark. Not as much going on in the < 7 oz. range.

[@maxlvledc]

I'm hoping the other one on the way is lighter, but even leatherman has very very few tools under 8 oz...only the Signal/P2 are justifiable under 8oz with OHO blades.

[@imanassole9421]

No T shank adapter.. that's the whole selling point of the surge for me. Could you make one? Yeah sure.. but is it gonna be a good?

[@antonviremei6974]

I have always wondered if it is possible to install scissors from a "tech" multitool into a leatherman "wave". having looked at the test of scissors of different multituls, they are currently the best

[@tikofthetoka5650]

My concern would be, how strong are the bolts that hold the blades on? Will they snap with pressure?

[@maxlvledc]

They are more than strong enough, more likely the implements will break

[@theomnipresent1]

What's up with that weird tip on the scissors?

[@maxlvledc]

I think its to prevent the bottom edge from cutting accidently into skin or fabric.

[@brokenathlete07]

Can this be converted to pocket folding knife

[@dubernauta]

I got one and is awesome for the price

[@smithmal01]

Thanks for providing this content. Which do you like more? This or the Ozark Trail Multiforce?

[@maxlvledc]

The multiforce is far better, no question

[@gopherstate777]

I have the Multiforce. No reason to get a Wave. Comes with a sheath that "clips" to your belt. Has a pocket clip as well. Comes with a bit extender that fits in the sheath. I also can fit my Mecharmy titanium micro light inside. The only thing the Multiforce doesn't have are replaceable wire strippers which I don't use. The bit driver is magnatized as well. And the file has a diamond and wood side. For me it is perfect, ordered it on Walmart.com and it was hand delivered the next day $39.99

[@GarrettRockey]

Has anyone else had an issue with the Multiforce liner lock not engaging? I really have to be very intentional about opening the blade all the way to get the lock to engage. On the Wave, it just happens - open the blade, liner lock engages.

[@smithmal01]

@@GarrettRockey I haven't but I spent about 2 hours lubing mine with some HOPPE'S No. 9 Lubricating Oil so that I could easily flip out the pliers and flip them back in. Took forever working the oil in but the now the action on the multiforce is much smoother. My suggestion is to lubricate it and sit and watch a movie while engaging/disingaging all of the tools. The only flaw I see in this multitool vs. the Wave is the inferior file.

[@JakeHabermansYouTube]

So now 5 months later Amazon has several identical MTs like this at various prices. Do you think they're all made in the same factory with the same quality control?

[@maxlvledc]

Yes for sure. Don't pay more than $23 for one

[@johnkang2000]

Is this compatible with surge in terms of modding? I always wanted surge but with lighter frames. Might install blade exchanger and bit adapter to this one.

[@mehdibouaidel8541]

Ive been using this multi tool for almost 6 months, the scissors didn't hold up that well I can only cut paper with them now.

[@maxlvledc]

Honestly thats more than I would have expected from that long of use..have you sharpened the scissors?

[@mehdibouaidel8541]

@@maxlvledc No but it's not about sharpness, the blades are a bit bent leaving some gabs in-between I need to take them apart and straightening them

[@maxlvledc]

@@mehdibouaidel8541 ah, thats a bad heat treat then.

[@bilakos1987]

Yup, this is surprisingly good, and for $10 dollars, it's almost too good to be true. I got mine almost a year ago for $24. Quite nice indeed. Those scissors, they're top notch. How the hell did they get them to be so good? The Phillips is not square-shank, so the square hole bit adapter will swing from side to side a little, but definitely usable. Also, this does have a model number. It is the GHK6. GH stands for Grand Harvest, but even the one they have branded (and made?) is called the Grand Harvest GHK6.

[@maxlvledc]

all good info, thanks! The scissors specifically seem to be a commonly well implemented item. It makes it even more sad that Leatherman cant seem to nail theirs (free/surge/style/squirt are fine).

[@matthewcopeland4441]

Have you tried how the tools fit in a LM?

[@maxlvledc]

not the right size, could be possible but probably not worth the effort. its more effective to mod a Victorinox scissor.

[@ThumperThumper-uo9oo]

I like this multitool especially for 10$ . I would love to have one. .. deffiently will show this video to many others and hopefully they will buy this multitool . If you decide to give one away I would be Super Super happy to receive such a gift .

[@kacatriku]

After this review now it is $40

[@neeko7878]

Hmmmm for the price it’s amazing. I’m sure they will drop in price again. Amazon stuff does that frequently. Really not a fan of the trussed scales. Reminds me of the horrible gerber line multi tools. How thick are the scales? Thin stamped? I did purchase the $40 Multiforce Wave knock off. There are definitely some fit and finish issues compared to the actual Wave but it is good for the average joe or jane. Looking forward to the actual review.

[@maxlvledc]

keep in mind the multiforce is not a direct clone, it actually has the outer tools on the opposite side from the pliers..which imo...is better than the wave.

[@SuperTango44]

Now the question is: Where did you get it for $10, because Amazon it's $40 right now?

[@Vagabond1975]

it was on a sale... i had it in my cart at 10 bucks but waited until next day to order and it went back to 40 bucks.

[@willienelsongonzalez4609]

I guess it goes to show that companies like Gerber and Leatherman are laughing all the way to the bank when they’re offering overpriced multi-tools which we all know can made to a similar, if not exact or superior quality, at a fraction of the cost. I’m not saying the A-Tech doesn’t have problems. With a bit more attention to quality control they would outstrip Leatherman or Gerber. I’d pay at least $20-35 if A-Tech upped their game!

[@warblerab2955]

I've said it before, I will say it again. Put that cheap $10 tool through some hardcore/torture tests and then we will see how it compares to a leatherman.

[@maxlvledc]

I never said it did, but for $10 its impressive.

[@jtg_edc]

Now $40 on Amazon.

[@maxlvledc]

Ick

[@neoaliphant]

I wouldnt call this a surge lookalike, surge has removable jigsaw blades

[@dakotasummers1585]

As good as it might be for ten dollars, it’s not a Leatherman, or a sog or a gerber. (I hate gerber but I have to say it here) The steel is garbage and it will break where a Leatherman will not. Great for someone who doesn’t really need all this stuff day to day, just the occasional problem solver. But if you’re going to crank down on a bolt etc, and stuff like that every day, just get a Leatherman. Someone who works maintenance or construction as I did? This just won’t come even close to cutting it.

[@maxlvledc]

Then this video is not for you probably. This is for the more casual group...OR to provide an option so you can have multiple backups in different places

[@dakotasummers1585]

@@maxlvledc I meant simply to warn those looking for a more reliable tool. I myself have several cheap backup tools, (the ozark trail multi force for instance) I just don’t want someone to suffer an injury using one like it is a better tool, because I have done so myself. I had a similar tool a while back and I was cranking down on a decently sized bolt, and the pliers snapped. The top plier head lodged in my hand, and I’d rather no one suffer that.

[@mc1996]

Surprise, they are 40$+ now. Not once a product with good reviews stay close to the starting price point. Sure, it's great for 10$, but if it costed 40$ would the review be the same? No, you would expect a better product. So if I was buying this multitool today, i would spend close to 50$ (adding the shipping costs) and having these initial reviews as reference, where the reviewer have a X4 or X5 better bang for buck ratio than i will. Not to mention quality could have changed, for better and worse. It's impossible for me to spend more than double the price I know such product could have been and have been selled for. 20$ would be the acceptable limit, 40$ is not.

[@ravendon]

Lol $39 now.

[@maxlvledc]

Ick

[@alexleon619]

This is an engineering training and operational layout. Everything is fine. But... it falls apart under loads. There are very weak pliers here. Scissors, for all their beauty at the beginning of use, fall apart after 30 minutes of work with an average load. I ONLY LOVE LEATHERMAN.

[@ldgarius]

The fact people still buy leathermans is so baffling...

[@maxlvledc]

Still going to last way longer

[@ldgarius]

@@maxlvledc If only that were true. Test it.

[@maxlvledc]

@@ldgarius I have...only vic really lasts longer imo

[@Hojjiifp]

More junks in the drawer....there are too many of them already...