SOG ParaShears Review (Watch before you buy)

A full review of the SOG ParaShears, which compete with the Leatherman Raptor and X-Shear in the "high-end" trauma shear market for first responders.
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[@LiterateDuck]

I just think the X-Shear is the most realistic for anyone who actually needs to use them. The Raptors are great for civilian kits, they’re just not as handy as the cheaper throwaway shears. X-Shear for life!

[@Andy-rp3ee]

The xshears are nice, but $40 is throwaway?

[@AlaskanFrontier1]

I use Raptors on job and love them

[@SergioPena20]

@@Andy-rp3eeI think what he meant was that he likes the x-shear better. The raptors are good for civilian kits, but that throwaway shears are more handy. I’m assuming because you can use them once and then just throw them away. I could be wrong though. That’s what I got from his comment.

[@jadenmatthews893]

Bro. The raptors are unbeatable. Mine have cut through damn near everything on scenes

[@Andy-rp3ee]

@@SergioPena20 yea I think I misread that. While I don’t love breaking my raptors down to clean, but at least it can be done. I have a pair of the xshears as well, and as far as cutting they both work well. I keep the raptors on my radio strap and haven’t found unfolding them to slow me down much (or the others on my department using them).

[@pmedic523]

My favorite thing about my raptors is that I have multiple carry options straight out of the box.

[@surfingdonster7727]

From a tactical battle situation I think these fit that situation a bit better and the tools would be useful vs carrying a med kit AND a Leatherman both

[@eliasbram3710]

it needs a bottle opener because, when it comes to multitools, it's the law

[@martinum4]

Just visit Germany, we literally open beer bottles with everything. Tables, Lighters, rulers, papers and much more :D

[@KaylynnStrain]

I would question the "need" for a bottle opener on a dedicated trauma shear

[@philipschmid9352]

After saving the guys life you can pop a cold one ;)

[@dfernandez3482]

They should've put a corkscrew too 😂

[@Widebodymedic0028]

That's for the drink you have on the way home from work

[@eliasbram3710]

every multitool has to have one, ITS THE LAW

[@WoodenPigeon]

Designed especially for ski patrol 😂

[@2765RyanB]

Love your content. I'm a Air Force paramedic and I have a pare of these and would absolutely not recommend them had it for about a week used the O2 wrench once instantly broke and handle fell apart. supper disappointed cause i loved the folding mechanisms on them. contacted SOG they refused to replace it and then when i left a review they took it down. Defiantly stick to my X-Shears and if you need extra tool go with the raptors.

[@jamesrichards9567]

They look an absolute pain to clean!

[@scorpion2669]

Just picked up those SOG shears a couple days ago and the first time cutting something of a slight challenge and the shear blade bent. Not impressed. Very poorly made. And no pocket clip.

[@drewd4952]

People underestimate tweezers until they’re in the middle of the woods pulling a thorn out of their buddies face with a leatherman… under red light.

[@PrepMedic]

Love having tweezers. Just not these tweezers

[@addisonesslinger3653]

Carry a multool and carry shears. I need my shears to cut NOW and nothing more. All these other attachments are crap to attract new kids. I should not need 2 hands to deploy my shears.

[@divest28]

Just interested if most 02 cylinders in the US still require a wrench or spanner to open them? In New Zealand all 02 cylinders come with either a black knob you simply turn on and off by hand, or come with a built in INHALO regulator. Thanks

[@juliomarcot]

Same in Europe. No need for O2-wrench here, as all cylinders have a hand-operated handle. I think this is a clear advantage in daily use.

[@praetorxian]

I have a set of Raptors gifted to my by a paramedic student I precepted. She had them engraved with my badge number, which is cool. Still prefer X-Shears though. Raptors are too expensive to risk losing or having stolen. Plus, all the nooks and crannies for blood and viscera to attach themselves, even after a Virox bath. Leatherman uses anti-tamper screw heads so you can’t even disassemble them for a thorough clean. I keep my Leatherman tools at home or in the SUV. On the job, it’s X-Shears and a (cheaper) multi-tool for me.

[@legallyfree2955]

You should buy yourself a set of security torx bits, they dont come in handy very often but in cases like this when they do it's very useful, and you can buy a cheap set that is "good enough" for around $10 (wont come with a hex bit driver this is assuming you already have one of those somewhere)

[@JADudley]

I just purchased some of these, and plan to do a review video, comparing them to all of the other shears that we have at Refuge Medical

[@mikeunsworth3266]

If Leatherman develops something, others (typically SOG) will always come out with crappy quality copies.

[@demrosreal]

honestly my xshears feels like the best it can get for me

[@weduhpeople8504]

I have the Raptor which is cool that it folds up but the XShears are immediately useable without having to do that.

[@informedcitizen8687]

Although I appreciate folding shears like the Raptors and the SOG. I feel the primary component being the shears is the the most important. The folding aspect is convenient for storage but that is also a hindrance in my opinion. The X shears are my go to trauma shears. They cut as well if not better than the other two and that is all I care about an emergency situation. As far as the other tools I alway carry a mult-tooll of some sort to address any other issues. l

[@legallyfree2955]

The XShears do cut better than the Raptors, I don't have the SOG to compare, that said the Raptors cut perfectly adequately, certainly better than the cheap shears usually found laying around. I dont think anyone should be unhappy with either but if your using them all the time the Raptors are harder to clean and that's a problem.

[@christopherrobin8134]

SOG tools always seem to miss the mark.

[@Ellifiknow]

SOG makes junk. Been that way for decades.

[@deltonwestberry6405]

I disagree with u on the pocket clip. I am not putting a bloody pair of shears in my hand pocket.

[@DavidSmith-zu6eu]

Way too much. Simpler is usually better.

[@beardeddragons2639]

That was factual enough to have me look for something different

[@stevecochran9078]

That bottle opener could come in handy for cracking open craft beer caps after a run.

[@myoptik3x103]

Appreciate the review. As a bedside nurse I find myself needing shears to cut tape and packaging. I bought the Raptors, but they just are not as handy as the cheaper trauma shears. The extra weight and the time spent unfolding and refilling them just take too much time. The pair you reviewed seems like they would have all the same issues.

[@PrepMedic]

Buy yourself the X-Shear

[@frankies6770]

Buy a set of Xshears you will not regret it.

[@ydoknnyl1369]

I agree, the X Shears are great. I even open them up as wide as they can and use the blade as a knife to open EKG paper rolls or supply boxes. And they have stayed sharp for over the year I’ve had them and I use them for something every shift, mostly cutting paper but they work great on everything from paper to jewelry to multiple layers of clothes at once and even thick leather work boots. I have yet to find something reasonable that they won’t cut.

[@averagejoe4525]

"First & foremost" ;-) Good vid

[@ImNotPayton22]

I got a pair for free, everything is good free so I use them lmao

[@marcustorres8921]

I dont think he went over the Awl in the tools.

[@kittenak47]

3cr is anything but a high end steel

[@YoToddYo]

Is it lighter than the x shear?

[@aaronmann4809]

Maybe it's just me, but the seatbelt cutter seems redundant on a pair of... scissors.

[@PrepMedic]

Agreed completely

[@weduhpeople8504]

Did you respond as an EMT to the Colorado night club Q mass shooting incident that happened last night? Prayers for the victims and their families 😢

[@frankies6770]

He couldn’t say if he did .

[@praetorxian]

PHIPPA

[@Jimmythefish577]

Why would any first responder need a bottle opener on their trauma shears?! 😂😂

[@Liquid_People]

Bottle opener is brilliant: can arrive at the scene, down 6 bottles of beer, then get to work saving lives.

[@fleetgt]

Support Local manufacturing, buy a quality Leatherman Raptor.

[@augustinboyd9626]

I'd buy this over LEATHMAN SHEARS

[@tanagitrattana5557]

I Am From Bangkok,Thailand. I Watch You're Daily!!!

[@edwardgrabinsky6369]

Best to have a more dedicated shear and a multi tool. Cant have both effectively in one tool. Rather than a janky combo thing that doesn't do either well. I carry a raptor and swisstool mxbs personally. I own 3 leathermans and like the swisstool over the leatherman mult tool for paramedic stuff but carry the leatherman off duty.

[@Ravenankh]

This thing loses out on steel choice alone. 3Cr13 is an cheap stainless steel that won’t rust, but it’ll dull quickly. The Raptor’s 420HC is better and will hold a sharper edge longer.

[@lolokbr]

I got the SOG Parashears the day they were announced, and have been using them on and off for a few years now. I really don't like them that much, especially compared to the Raptors and X-Shears. One of the biggest complaints about the Raptors is how hard they are to clean, and the ParaShears are just worse in that regard in every way. Additionally, the window punch on the ParaShears is nothing short of moronic. Having actually tried to use it to break a window, there is almost no way to get an effective grip on the tool, without puttting your fingers in a position that risks smashing your knuckles on the window. The placement of the window punch, as well as the folding 'feature' of it makes me think it was designed as an afterthought by someone who maybe had never used one before. It's honestly just a useless part of the tool, and you're more likely to hurt yourself than sucessfully break glass with it. That being said, I think there are a few good features. Mostly I agree with all of your thoughts: the way they fold is cool, and mechanical advantage is probably the best feature; no pocket clip is disappointing though, tweezers are a nice inclusion but generally inferior to standalone ones. The bottle opener is a kind of perplexing... why is it even included? Same with the awl and saw. I'd rather see those tools removed and have upgraded tweezers and screwdrivers instead. Overall, just a mid tool with an unjustified pricetag. My adivce: just buy Raptors or some X-Shears and a normal Leatherman.

[@preacher1776]

One thing that I found immediately, on usage, was that the Leatherman didn't have a guide on the sheers. You're standard trauma sheers have a little platform on the leading edge of the sheer so you don't cut soft tissue. The SOG has them, plus other options, and the Leatherman doesn't. Additionally, and this is about 6:57, the two button issue is actually kind of an issue. Sucks trying to, ok, press one button...SHIT....now there's another button to depress to secure your sheers. Also, why doesn't the Leatherman sheer actually have some additional medical devices? The SOG does. Mileage may vary, but, I'm finding the Leatherman's to be good shears that are compact...I think there are others that are better for IFAK and med-kit use.

[@Mgoblue2486]

For actual use...Xshears all day long. Nothing beats them imo.

[@denmanfite3156]

Seems like in normal SOG fashion: they took a tool that is reasonable then spiked the price with unnecessary shit just because it "fit" where they put it.

[@cristianvegacancino6632]

Lestherman raptor or SOG Shears???

[@praetorxian]

X-Shears

[@justinmead976]

As an medic on the bus I’m an fan for both x-shear and the OG raptors but I will say my x-shears blad got nicked cus of an damn firefighter trying to cut wire and the raptors have survived the abuse.

[@semen.j.6131]

Solid 4/10 . Key word is simplicity. Strange hybrid of multi-tool and shears.

[@Plantersfreedomseeds1776]

Raptor rescue all day. I can keep them on my trauma kit in the sheath for quick deploy, they can fold for pocket carry, and they have only what should be on shears. I keep basic shears for a throw away in my kits as well

[@jesse30alvarez]

Can you do a review on the RipShears that dark angel medical has as an upgrade. Is it really an upgrade over the basic shears that comes with their ifaks? I have a set from them already. Seems a bit bulky for it being on my battle belt. Thank you

[@malykcarolina7933]

Currently in paramedic school for high call volume city; you have just earned a new subscriber!!

[@kirneyc.thibodeaux649]

Purchased 11 of these shears. I practice with one pair several days a week. I love em. I love the features Enjoyed the video.. Rangers clear the way Charles

[@gorillaguerillaDK]

Great review - really helpful as I’ve been considering buying either the SOG or the Raptor for occasions where it look out of place carrying a real scissor… I was leaning towards the SOG because they make it where the scissor blades are powdercoated black, but now im leaning more towards buying the Raptor! By the way, have you ever tried using the CRKT El Santo Rescue Tool/Scissor, and if so, what is your take on that?

[@the_Beef_Man]

Used these on a trauma alert dude who had complete break of his right wrist and 3rd degree burns on his entire right side and these held up really well, cut through thick jeans and jacket + shirt pretty well. They do what they’re supposed to, only downside was the price for me.

[@nerfkilo]

Hey! Have you reviewed the OneShear yet? They have a few models and one of them is 60usd

[@Austin_Kayla22]

They would fit well on my tacticon battle vest Ellie it has a deep large pocket at the top of the plate carrier

[@HoustonMtn]

Thanks for the review. I was not aware of that SOG had these out. I've been a fan of other SOG multitools in the past. But I agree with your conclusions and will cross these off the list of considerations.

[@stephenbarabas6286]

The glass breaker almost looks like it should be used with the scissors unfolded and held by the blades and used like a hammer

[@zekeabercrombie3583]

Stick with the $10 shears and replace as needed.

[@anim8torfiddler871]

Thanks for the review; helps for someone whose always trying to optimize trauma kits. I'm not employed as a professional, but took a number of courses to first responder level over time,. I was always working as an ANIMATOR 60-80 hours week, especially in CA working in Silicon Valley . FAVORITE COURSE ---> Wilderness Emergency Response, taught by a veteran Ski Patrol guy; also C.E.R.T. training thru my local Fire Department. I had earlier training as teen in swimming 1st aid, and later for responding to demonstrations & riots in college. Gotten informal training from veterinarians and a friend who was a S.E.A.L. team medic. I ended up using most of my skills on the critters - sheep, horses, ducks, dogs - living on a ranch for four years! Well then I was called to help my disabled brother for the last decade of his life. I have used SOG and GERBER multi-tools for decades, and find those useful for everything. On the ranch I used them a dozen times a day, EVERY day. Lots of wire and bits of metal to be dealt with. Making up first aid kits for friends and for the school where I taught until 2019, I used mostly mass market shears. For my own bug-out bag I got the X-shear, for its sturdiness and affordability. But if I was going to be doing rescue daily, I think I would want to have the Raptor as a backup or "force multiplier" in addition to regular-common shears.

[@tvheadd]

Thanks for doin these, been wondering about em, good to know!

[@EliSettle]

Can you please do a review of the oneshear?

[@jakesolar-bassett6619]

Do a video about pain medicine plz

[@nomercyinc6783]

My 9$ Maratac shears work better than this

[@dfernandez3482]

I would love to have that on my belt 👍

[@tfrye008]

Good review, and fair. I’m disappointed only because I’ve stood by SOG for so many things over the years and they’ve always been good to me with their exceptional service. I wish this was a better design. Maybe v2.

[@PrepMedic]

Yeah, I have nothing against the company and applaud them for making a product for the first responder community. Hopefully V2 will fix some of the missteps.

[@cxybaby209]

Love these vids!

[@Ark_Medic]

I enjoy mine.

[@debatikshala6409]

Have you researched the "HÉROS Shears" ?

[@PrepMedic]

Seen them. Fine for an ER trauma room I suppose…. Completely useless in the field.

[@tomarmstrong4761]

EVERY multi-tool has a bottle opener, and it seems like 90+% of the bottles that need an opener like this I encounter these days contain beer. I don't think drinking beer is part of being an on-duty first responder, but that may just be my own take.

[@rickroll1747]

Someone has never had an after shift beer.. lol

[@DansDailyVids]

First comment! Love you Sam

[@renegade7493]

2nd. Great video.