I'm interested in a Leatherman Wave. Any one have any experience with this multitool?
Thank you kindly,
Pistolero
Thank you kindly,
Pistolero
Anyone use a Leatherman Wave?
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Yes. A lot of experience with Leatherman in general, and also with the Wave and Wingman, specifically. @Bear Paw Jack, thru his connections, gifted me the Wingman at one time.
I believe Leatherman to be the best of the multi-type tools.
For decades, a Leatherman product has lived in all my trucks, in my boats, in my motorcycle saddle bags, and scattered elsewhere.
They are used and borrowed, often.
Just one time, I owned the very similar Gerber version. Early on, one of its jaws broke, pinched the bejeezus out of my hand, and I've never looked at them again.
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I believe Leatherman to be the best of the multi-type tools.
For decades, a Leatherman product has lived in all my trucks, in my boats, in my motorcycle saddle bags, and scattered elsewhere.
They are used and borrowed, often.
Just one time, I owned the very similar Gerber version. Early on, one of its jaws broke, pinched the bejeezus out of my hand, and I've never looked at them again.
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Do you like the spring back jaws on the needle nose pliers? Do you like the compact size and pocket clip. Are they still made in Oregon?
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In the trades, I've used so many pliers, one-handed, a spring back feature, although it seems useful, I could take it or leave it. And Leatherman's website still claims they are made locally.
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This caused me to find mine.
First, the one in the truck was not there.
But I had two with my motorcycle stuff.
I tried the two, side by side. Yes, the spring open model is easier, but as I said, I am so accustomed to pliers, I used the one without the spring back, just as quickly and easily. I don't find mine to be compact, but apparently some models are. And I never use a pocket clip, ever, on any knife.
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First, the one in the truck was not there.
But I had two with my motorcycle stuff.
I tried the two, side by side. Yes, the spring open model is easier, but as I said, I am so accustomed to pliers, I used the one without the spring back, just as quickly and easily. I don't find mine to be compact, but apparently some models are. And I never use a pocket clip, ever, on any knife.
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OMCHamlin
Single-Sixer
I have some experience with carrying Leatherman Tools in general, and the Wave was the last model I owned. I liked it the best of the bunch because the four exterior blade tools were easy to access and locked open in use. I even like the leather sheath they furnished with that one, it seemed sturdier then the previous ones. I prefer Leatherman over Gerber because their tools are better formed.
Great information gents. I appreciate it and enjoy reading your posts!
Very nice collection!
I've had a Wave for what seems like forever. I can't think of one complaint. Built like a tank and extremely useful.
Another vote here for Gerber multi tool.
Nothing wrong with the Leatherman, but the Gerber had the screw driver with the different interchangeable tips. I liked that feature and use it more than the pliers.
Nothing wrong with the Leatherman, but the Gerber had the screw driver with the different interchangeable tips. I liked that feature and use it more than the pliers.
The Wave is with me constantly. It's been very handy during my working career for small fixes & opening access panels. Mine is several years old doesn't spring open. It's one of 4 Leatherman tools I own. One is the first model that was made & rides in my range bag.
Owned one for decades now. I like it. Its awesome.
Leatherman makes fine little multi tools of just about any type to fit a person's needs or wants. We have the Wave model here among many others. The Wave is a great balance between being big enough to use as a tool and small enough to have on you. I typically carry one of the Wingman models on or about me. It is a nice tool.
OMCHamlin
Single-Sixer
That IS true, but as they come, I've had to reshape some of their screwdriver blades, they were more like shapeless lumps. I can sort of open my Wave pliers one handed, but it is NOT graceful!
southpaw13
Bearcat
Carried a lot of different Leathermans over the years including the Wave and they are all great tools. The one I carry now is a Victorinox Spirit X and by far my all time favorite.
Been carrying a Gerber 800 for twenty years now. Works awesome.
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Single-Sixer
I have several of them never did carry them always still carry a knife instead
Destry
Bearcat
I don't need a Leatherman or a Gerber or any Multi-tool.....I have Edward Scissorhands as a running Buddy!
