Top 5 Leatherman Multi-Tools

[@Ajindo76]

I purchased a wave with a broken blade for 5 bucks. Sent it to Leatherman and claimed the lifetime warranty. They sent me a new one without proof of purchase.

[@nmtoolsandgadgets4963]

Ajindo76 abusing the warranty

[@supermoon1430]

Ner Montiero not really it would have been thrown in a truck rusted and abused now it’s well taken care of

[@Rikhardi]

Ner Montiero not illegal

[@hotaslava69er]

Its 25 years warranty not lifetime fuck head

[@happywhale1786]

@@hotaslava69er not so different, genius

[@darkstepwarrior88]

Learned a lot of new things about the lineup. And that hair looks sharper then the knives

[@ryanjagger7609]

My first leatherman is on its way, went for the wave plus. Can't wait .

[@quakeroats533]

I love the really classic look of the Rebar.. but I like all Leatherman Multitools a lot.. you can never go wrong with anyone of them. Nice video, as usual ;)

[@CalvinWatkins]

I find myself carrying the Rebar daily out of the seven Leatherman I have. As of this post, I'm currently waiting on my Skeletool CX as my permanent pocket knife to carry along with the Rebar. Thanks for the video.

[@Gamileg]

I was given the surge as a gift a few years ago. It's rock solid. I didn't realise that you could order the bit kit. I will order one of those..... Thanks Ben ;-)

[@livingsurvival]

+Daddy Dave The bit kit is awesome and very handy.

[@ELZORZAL14]

La leatherman wave es mi herramienta EDC preferida también. En mi humilde opinión la mas adecuada para llevar. Muy buen vídeo y gracias por compartir, saludos desde Argentina!

[@BlackScoutSurvival]

Only one brand of multi-tool and that is Leatherman. Good vid

[@livingsurvival]

+BlackScoutSurvival yep :)

[@sethofilms5795]

+BlackScoutSurvival exactly

[@kenimus]

***** your SAK LICK MY BLAVE ..

[@Gamerboy-dk9ld]

Hello black scout

[@destinationbushcraft1833]

more ignorant than a republican.

[@jacobstout9769]

The first really good multi-tool I had was a Gerber suspension it really blew me away for being on the cheaper side and a really good set of tools. I then got a Leatherman Rev which I carry to work because I know what I'm getting into throughout the work day. When I'm not at work I carry a Leatherman Wave which I love and is by far my favorite multi-tool with pliers. I also carry a Leatherman Tread which comes in handy more than you would think, that is always on my wrist, when shit hits the fan its nice to know that I have many tools at my disposal... However bottle openers become really redundant I carry three on the daily...

[@meeno252]

At work they issued it for us almost every 3 years. I already had three of the models you showed and boy they are really durable . Surge .wave and rebar . Great video 👍🏼

[@matthewhaga4672]

I have a leatherman rebar I've been carrying for right at three years now...wouldn't trade it for anything. I use it daily. Very durable tool. My dad has also carried a leatherman for about 15 years now😃

[@jeffslaven6350]

Posted a comment on the Prepared Minds page on this, but here as well. Love the Wave. Have carried it EDC for well over a year now and use it multiple times a day in the busy commercial kitchen that I work in as well as everywhere else. Love it!

[@livingsurvival]

+Jeff Slaven wave rules.

[@barrywise2773]

Finally found a good Leatherman multitool comparison video. Thanks

[@NorwegianWoods]

My favourite edc tool is my visa card :) Thanks for the video - Martin

[@ChrisM-dp9qo]

NorwegianWoods classic dad joke

[@PreparedWolf34]

When it comes to Leatherman, my fave is the Leatherman Super Tool 300; it's a beast! Well made has many of the tools you need in the field or home repair.

[@livingsurvival]

+Prepare Learn Survive! i'll have to check that one out.

[@robbyritter4245]

They basically replaced the discontinued Core

[@alanwilliams5836]

I have the Leatherman Wingman in the get home/car kit, and have my very first Leatherman...the Supertool 300 in the BugOut Bag. I carry one of two Juice on a daily basis. Thanks for the great overview of these others, Ben.

[@livingsurvival]

+Alan Williams thanks for the comment Alan.

[@laightonmitchell4849]

One that I have used for quite a while is the Leatherman Wingman it has held up very well.

[@dman3735]

One of the best review videos I’ve seen in awhile. Straight forward, to the point, little extraneous BS that wastes time. Thx. I still can’t get my OHT pliers to flick out...may have to lube them or practice my poor technique. Thx

[@frodeskibrek]

Leatherman Core®️ is a must. I have one which was brand new on the day it was launched here in Norway. I have switched case several times,but always kept the tool😊

[@jlewis8060]

I have the Skeletool, bought it so I would have a lighter weight option backpacking and it's durability has impressed me. I've had a few other brands of multi-tools that just don't hold up mostly because they can't seem to get the metallurgy right. Either the plier's metal is too soft or the knife blades are too brittle. Leatherman seems to have it figured out.

[@livingsurvival]

+J Lewis i agree with everything you said. thanks for the comment.

[@dirttrackcowboy1244]

That was a top review. I wanted to buy one I just didn't know the differences but now I am sold on the surge I think, good job mate!

[@livingsurvival]

thanks Nick. Enjoy your weekend.

[@stanwebb2272]

Thank you!!! A lot videos are more talk, talk than a real demo video...... you know the tools that you showed which made me subscribe!!!!!!!

[@quicksilverlives]

Love your videos. i got the Wave last week and can't be more pleased. Awesome EDC carry.

[@livingsurvival]

nice ken.

[@kitcraft9516]

A little late to the party but I just found your chan. nice video. I myself have had a lot of leatherman tools starting with the PST but my favorite for edc is the skeletool cx. Over the years I have found that I don't use most of the tools often enough to carry the larger leatherman tools. Now, when I go fishing, hunting or camping I switch to the rebar.

[@Greg-jm1nj]

Nice video, as always. Very thorough and comprehensive. I have to say, I'm "Old School" when it comes to multi tools. I have an original Leatherman and a Gerber that I carried back in the 90s when I was in the Navy. I prefer the Gerber of the two, but both are still going strong! One in the truck and one I carry for work.

[@livingsurvival]

+Greg Joram always great to have around.

[@event-zero]

i use the wingman, and just orded a crunch. love leatherman, they are the best

[@dougnc7745]

Carbon fiber Skeletool is my favorite but my inner geek says I like 'em all. Heck I even like the multi-tool SOG makes. The only reason I like Skeletool best is because of the looks of it. I agree with the points you make on the Wave though. An excellent choice.

[@701overland]

Ultimately ... the WAVE is the BOMB!! I have been carrying the Juice S2, CS and the Gerber Dime have all been in the rotation. Mostly the Dime (on my keychain) .. Great VID.

[@livingsurvival]

+P701 wave is my top as well.

[@Try_n_2Tri]

great vid. Im looking at the Juice S2 for EDC in pocket... don't want a cork screw etc... but absolutely NEED a pocket clip... Juice doesn't appear to have one. Recommendations?

[@livingsurvival]

get a p7 clip for it. google it. i have it and it works great on my juice.

[@red56dragon61]

I had my LEATHERMAN SUPER TOOL in black since it came out. I EDC it in a POCK-IT sheath with a MINI-MAG with extra batteries, thumb cuffs, and back-up keys. I use it every day.

[@livingsurvival]

+Red56Dragon nice setup, thanks for the comment.

[@Eric-ew8jt]

I have the Sidekick, Just purchased the Rebar and will probably get the Surge for my main kit.. I have 3 different load outs so I have alot of redundancies.. Car kit, Haversack EDC, And then my GTFO of dodge bag.. Great video BTW, I may not comment alot but I watch your vids all the time.... Cheers from Yellowknife Canada

[@livingsurvival]

+Eric Rosbottom always good to have redundancies.

[@damo0078]

These are like UNBREAKABLE Swiss Army Knives !

[@timonsa]

Leatherman makes the best multitools, no doubt about that! My Surge never failed me, and from time to time, I still use my Core from 8 years ago

[@livingsurvival]

+‫תמיר אסטרכן‬‎ core was great.

[@isaacc4609]

Awesome video, what flashlight is that that you carry with your wave?

[@derf213]

have a Swiss champ and a mora light my fire but want a good edc leatherman and thinking about a wave

[@218cblue]

I carry the Juice CS4 in my get home bag, but I'm thinking of upgrading to the Wave. I'm diggin' the orange. Looks pretty cool!

[@livingsurvival]

+sevenrayz at cabelas :)

[@AJLH17]

I absolutely love my wave. Glad you use it as much as i do. Thanks for the vid man.

[@livingsurvival]

thanks for watching.

[@LyK0sa]

I really didn't get on well with the skeletool personally. It functioned very well as a knife, but the pliers felt far too fragile for my liking, plus they're not really needle nosed when compared to stuff like the charge and wave. I liked the idea of the bit driver position in theory, one less step to access it, but due to the shape of the handles I found it felt quite awkward compared to the straight handles of the charge, wave etc. It felt like it was primarily designed as a knife, then had a bit of extra functionality tacked on as an afterthought

[@RVingLiveTheDream]

Nice video. I need a new Leatherman for traveling full time in our RV. I think I will get a Surge or wave. Thanks 4 Sharing.

[@jackglossop4859]

RVing Live The Dream just came back from a camping trip with a brand new Leatherman Wave+ (birthday present) I can tell you it is an absolutely fantastic tool for the money. You can even get it engraved for free with the name of your RV so the knife ‘belongs’ to the vehicle. I couldn’t stop messing around with it to the point where I was starting to look like a knife obsessed maniac. Definitely definitely recommend it.

[@ricksmith4405]

Just found your videos Man big fan of Leatherman love what you're doing love your surge it is awesome

[@MrGeorgexorion]

I know I'm late but what flashlight is that?

[@RoguePreparedness]

Awesome multitools. Love Leatherman! I have the Wave in my BOB. Great vid!

[@livingsurvival]

+Armed Rogue wave!

[@AxleKlown]

My favorite is the leatherman Surge I carry the bit kit and bit extender with it I use it so much I bought 2 my orginal one got a little messed up ie one of the needle nose pliers snaped on me but I was using it improperly for a prying twisting action. I modified it into a blunt nose pliers multitool I love it even with the extra weight the beefier features it offers more than makes up for it.

[@EvilRedemption1]

My almost 20 year old Gerber Military issued multi tool that my older brother gave me. This thing has been through hell and back and I'm pretty sure it could take a few more trips lol.

[@hotaslava69er]

im pretty sure ya full of shit!

[@ascendedfashy9632]

Alex L what model may I ask?

[@viciousKev]

@@ascendedfashy9632 probably the first version of the flick out pliers. 20yrs ago the high end of the gerber line had the greatest quality tools and knives.

[@daved.5042]

Another great review! Well done! Wave and Surge, Black oxide are the best!

[@lmbear]

Good review. I also like my Wave the best. The nylon sheath works like a champ and the tool is carried every day in my carhart pants side pocket. I never leave home without it..

[@livingsurvival]

awesome. thanks for watching.

[@musicmansuperman]

Nicely done! You might also mention that the wave's file is has a diamond side for metals and a rough wood filing side.

[@livingsurvival]

Thanks.

[@Dakattack98]

I love my Wave. I started off with the Wingman but upgraded soon after to the Wave. Unfortunately I have to send both back to be repaired.

[@bigchunk1]

I just got a leatherman signal. It seems like it has some updated smart features too it such as a hammer/clip and replaceable wire cutters. Never owned a wave or a charge before. One of those would have been my 2nd choice.

[@CopperJacketTV]

Hey Ben quick question. How important do you think that disclaimer is and would you recommend I use one?

[@livingsurvival]

+The Daily Shooter if you get stuff for free it is important that you disclose that.

[@earlycuyler8719]

Too bad non of them have a comb!

[@tomvana4270]

Lol.

[@danbrokke6169]

perfect

[@Mhonlumo1]

hahaha.. :D

[@jackpumpkin]

Beard comb atleat

[@vladislav4971]

Chaos Contained Cool

[@frogger1555]

I enjoy your videos. Clear presentation, good speech and good knowledge of what you are doing.Very informative!Keep it up! ;)

[@livingsurvival]

+frogger1555 thank you for the kind comment. have a great weekend.

[@sassyexplorer]

What do u recommend as a basic tool that can be easily used by small hands

[@mattleonard5268]

i have the leatherman kick and i love it

[@martijnvanderhaven6764]

Good video! I'm looking at the moment for a new multitool and this really helps. Thanks Ben!

[@livingsurvival]

+Martijn van der Haven glad it helps, thanks.

[@peterharker9101]

Hallo aus Bielefeld..hab mal eine Frage zu den ganzen Multitools im allgemeinen.Egal ob Victorinox,Leatherman,Gerber,SOG usw. Jeder Hersteller hat ja ein gtosse Produktpalette/Modellreihe. Aber ist es nicht so das jeh mehr Tools an einem Werkzeug sind die Stabilität,Robustheit,Langlebigkeit und Belastbarkeit leidet ?? Weil mehrere Werkzeuge ja auch irgendwie mit Schrauben und bewegliche Gelenkenken an einem dadurch dünneren Skelett Block befestigt sind und anfälliger sind und somit Schwachpunkte aufweisen und schlechter in der Hand liegen.Und weniger Tools aber dafür in einem stabileren massiven Skelett/Block besser verbaut sind.??? Es wird ja auch kinetische Energie ausgeführt und weniger Gelenke/Schrauben =weniger Schwachpunkte und bessere Belastbarkeit ??? Grüsse

[@MKasunic]

Anyone know what little flashlight that was? Looked perfect!

[@mattrobinson5422]

Looks like an Olight i3t

[@roymigueldegaula9392]

Im an Agronomic Engineering Student from Colombia(Yeah, in south america). Which would be better for my ground agricultural work, the Leatherman Surge, or the Leatherman Wave+ ??

[@cyclediver1012]

Hi Ben, the flashlight fits very nice in your nylon Holster, is it a Fenix aaa? I try to find a flashlight to komb. with surge or wave in orignal Nylon shed as an edc. my core/ maglight kombo needs an update. Like Thrunite and Olight. Somebody an idea? Thanks

[@livingsurvival]

+Matthias Steidele streamlight microstream

[@cyclediver1012]

Fast and precise, this is survival!! Thank you Ben

[@jessenicely8118]

What brand of flashlight is that in the sheath?

[@valueink]

What type of flashlight is that?

[@MasterMoore2010]

At the moment, I only carry a folding knife. But I conld see that after three years of doing that it is a waste of time. so I am thinking about which multitool should I buy? Thank you for the video.

[@davidmartin192]

I carry a skelatool everyday. There is a small gap on the back of carabiner that is great for opening up paint cans

[@feiz01]

I have a leatherman pulse, bought it many years ago, it's perfect apart from the file,,,,, the diamond side is now bare,,,,,,, Leather man said if I send it to them they will replace the whole thing with a brand new rebar,,,,,, my question is which would be best? I love the pulse and it's only the file on one side that's now not functioning,,,,,,,,, is the rebar as good ? I'm torn lol

[@robbyritter4245]

feiz01 The Rebar is as close to the original Supertool as you can get, sadly the original Supertool was discontinued back in the late '90's.

[@vernorvonrumble6943]

Definitely good stuff, my EDC multi-tool is the Surge I like the weight and sturdiness. Keep up the good work man!

[@livingsurvival]

thanks Lee

[@btrswt35]

Im actually looking around for a multitool for my get home bag. I was wondering, do you know of any decent ones with a hex bit adapter on them? I know crkt makes a few but Im not to fond of the design. The interchangeable leatherman bits are a good idea but the availability and diversity of hex bits cant be beat.

[@CedricAda]

Gerber MP1 has a but exchanger that takes standard gex bits :)

[@dcordry]

+David Mm You might look at the Leatherman "Bit Driver Extender." It fits in to the bit driver on the Wave, Surge, etc, and has the hex bit adapter on the end.

[@livingsurvival]

+David Mm David, the bit driver extender is awesome as someone else mentioned. amzn.to/1G0mkfP

[@btrswt35]

+Multi-Tool School Thanks Ill do that!

[@btrswt35]

+Living Survival Thanks for the link!

[@drcsep]

Nice review and very well executed. I own the Leatherman Surge, Sidekick, and Juice CS4 multi- tools. 👍

[@livingsurvival]

+Carlos Sepulveda nice!

[@FactFinderGeneral]

Most people carry a pocket knife and I don't mind the knifeless rebar, may pick one up eventually. Seems a better idea for most people than the standard rebar. I'd rather scissors than a tiny knife. I keep a pocket knife and at least one or two blades in my car.

[@thomasf.5768]

Great presentation...

[@ericholladay5280]

hey man, they make a removable bit driver that fits the Phillips screwdriver on the kick. The Phillips on that rear looks like it would fit, too.

[@ericholladay5280]

*rebar

[@stephengoodwin6022]

Are you lefthanded? If so, it would be interesting to hear your specific responses to this issue since so many blades and multitools are made for righties.

[@balfemotor6067]

+Stephen Goodwin You get used to it

[@sidorgan969]

I love my wave. kicked the crap out of it and still going strong. really wanna pick up the ps4 and the supertool 300!

[@livingsurvival]

+Sid Organ people love the supertool it seems!

[@spencer_g1958]

which sheath works the best for the surge and bit kit. I am looking to carry the surge and the bit kit on edc belt???

[@livingsurvival]

the one that comes with it?

[@liamireland7381]

The nylon sheath. Often times the surge comes with MOLLE sheaths. Not good for EDC belt carry.

[@fashionistagirls3890]

Slim BIGG'em'S probably the the tougher one , not the leather one

[@Jesusandbible]

You are so good at survivalism it is hair raising. Thank you for this. In the UK a fixed blade is illegal, so I was wanting to know if I can swap over the saw and knife blades so it is a fixed saw and legal if the right blade lengths. It would maybe increase UK prices if the Surge and Wave had a non locking knife blade, or have that option if you swap 2 blades. Neither is a legal carry here, especially if it can be seen in a belt sheath. So for me I will stick with the good old Swiss Army Champ.

[@simonh6371]

Yeah I know mate it''s annoying that we can't carry so many multitools legally. I even have my doubts about the knifeless Rebar because it has a pretty stabby looking awl which you can lock in place. I was looking at a long-discontinued Kick which an obscure webshop has some old stock laying around of but someone told me even the non locking blade on that isn't 100% kosher because if the plier handles are together, one of the handles will block it from folding into the other one completely (and stop it chopping your finger off) so apparently that's not neccessarily an option. So for a larger bag carry multitool I have the Gerber MP600 bladeless, I carry a SAK or Bokerplus anyway so I always have a legal folding blade. Otherwise I have a Squirt for ultralight pocket carry, or a SOG micro toolclip which I clip on my belt.

[@aljacko1]

Any chance of a signed photo for the mantelpiece to keep my kids away from the fire.

[@phillipgatelein8591]

what are your thoughts of the Gerber center drive ? great review otherwise really good comparisons

[@livingsurvival]

got one coming for review

[@dennispoley6005]

Good stuff ! I actually carry ,and use, Leatherman gear everywhere I go. On my keychain is the best mini tool ever the Micra, small light, and strong enough for most little tasks. My pocket EDC tool is the Sidekick, medium duty, pocket clip. Its similar to the Wingman, but I like the saw instead of the scissors, which I have on the Micra. My EDC/daypack carries the Charge TTI Cabelas edition, camo with black tools, heavy duty, and strong. I was able to use the sheath it comes with to make a mini kit, with the bit kit, extension, a small ferro rod, striker/hacksaw blade, nail wrapped with duct tape, and some paracord. I hope to get the new Surge with the replaceable carbide wire cutters and interchangeable blades/tools, saws, files. The MUT AR tool is another possibility for the range bag, and I like the Raptor medical tool for my first aid kit....Leatherman just makes some of best.

[@livingsurvival]

+dennis poley Nice, I gotta get a bit extender for my bit kit.

[@tilermissey1864]

I got a green wave to you had to get them while supplies last

[@MichaelLaing71]

Being uk based, I have to say the old PST (PST II in my case) is the most practical in reality. Whilst it shows its age compared to most Leathermans, not having the tools or comfort to use of the Wave, it also doesn't have a locking blade, which allows me to carry it in the uK, without the issues that I would have with modern Leatherman's. My job does allow me to carry a locking Leatherman but as often as not it is just easier to carry the PST II.

[@kicktotheliver]

Michael Laing I always loved the Super Tool

[@dcordry]

Very good video, Ben. Thanks for sharing with us. ATB brother.

[@livingsurvival]

+Multi-Tool School thanks!

[@sandrafitchett5672]

Leatherman Wave, love it. keep it on me at all times. Will be purchasing A Leatherman Crunch soon. Great video.

[@kpw528]

Great video as always, Ben! I have yet to buy one, but just going on the list of included tools, the Wave and the Surge are my favorites. How heavy is the Surge? It would be my EDC multi-tool, so weight is a little bit of a concern. I don't mind some heft, but I don't want a dumbbell in my pocket either lol. Probably going to go with the Wave for EDC and have a Surge in my pack eventually. One just minor comment/question, though. Why have both the serrated blade and the saw on the same tool? I just don't see the point of having a serrated blade in the tool when it already has a saw lol. Just my opinion.

[@livingsurvival]

+kpw528 i'd go with the wave as the surge is heavy yes. both are fairly heavy but the wave is smaller. the saw is good for cutting notches in wood for traps and bow drill sets as well as small sawing. the serrated blade is good for cutting rope.

[@jeffsnider7842]

What tool spikes hair?

[@jessedpetersen72]

I carry the surge almost daily cause I work in the service industry. As the Am. Ex. commercial used to say don't leave home without it.

[@livingsurvival]

+Jesse Petersen nope ;)

[@billymills67]

the wave has a hidden lanyard ring behind the saw it's nice to have the pocket clip and the lanyard on there as well

[@genoburgess6817]

My fave is surge followed bye charge tti plus

[@lowridingtrucks88]

I have the Wave and the surated blade is still very sharp!

[@letsgeterdone_]

Great vid Ben! I love my wave and hope to some day try the surge.

[@livingsurvival]

+NSSurvival thanks for the comment.

[@willj476]

Does the rebar have Spring loaded pliers

[@livingsurvival]

+Will John nope.

[@half-blacksforkeepingthefl2985]

Just wondering is my core that good?

[@kkprepper950]

What do think about the Mutt

[@livingsurvival]

+KK Prepper they are great for shooters.

[@brycenwilliams.3185]

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[@jakob4177]

I think the classic PST is best. It’s has the basic necessities. If there are too many tools they become thin and increases the chance of them breaking

[@saab95xxl]

Loving the hair mate!!

[@alexpoede5914]

Wow! Playas' on multitools? Cool, always needed a playa' with me! Joking aside, great vid, thanks

[@SubaruWRC1996]

can you get a sheath for the surge ?

[@livingsurvival]

yes.

[@SubaruWRC1996]

Ok thanks might look into the surge then. Looks the best and has the most use for me with the tools on it.

[@CovertOutdoors]

Liking the music selections in the videos lately. The skeletool is my EDC multiplier.

[@livingsurvival]

+CovertOutdoors skeletool is great.

[@Billhumphreys3370]

Thanks for the clear review. My first choice is the Free P4, which does everything I need, with all tools outside accessible. The Charge (a sort of upmarket wave) is good, but annoying having to open the handles to access the other tools. I'm surprised you didn't mention Free P4.

[@Mrb00st]

Really need to get a Charge. They're so good.

[@kevanglover792]

James Mackintosh I have had both and I still like the wave better lol. If I want a good blade steel I carry my Spyderco paramilitary two in s110v

[@loganrush62]

My favorite tool is the wave plus