I just recently started to follow your channel - you make excellent videos, I really appreciate the details you go into. This ratchet is a game changer. I use it a lot these days (we are moving) together with my Skeletool. It performs flawlessly.
Finally someone actually using it, rather than just talking about it or showing it in their kit. I appreciated the video, thank you. Is this now replacing the bit extension or do you carry both?
Hi @@chrislawrence7 a lot of people really love this option and although I have never owned one I think that I should probably get one! The challenge we have in the UK, where I am from (I am not sure where you are based?), is that technically this is illegal for us to carry (because of the locking blade) and therefore hard to recommend as an EDC from a UK perspective. I do agree though the simple but great combination of tools with the Skeletool makes for a perfect carry and and the blade steel on the CX really adds to the quality and usefulness. Also, Bit exchanger and pliers are ideal implements (I'd miss scissors though) and belt clip should make for a perfect EDC where laws allow.
@@chrislawrence7 yes, unfortunately you need a good reason to be carrying a locking knife in the UK these days - blade length on any knife must also be max 3inches too - not ideal. Hence EDC challenges and why Victorinox fits so well.
Good job showing some use, I will be picking one up and keeping it in my bag, will definitely make things quicker and easier. I always look forward to your videos, keep em coming!
Leatherman are great tools, but still adjusting to my Wave+. I have moded my Wave sheath so can accommodate few bits,because it's smaller than the Surge sheat. But most of the time I have my tool in my pocket and that's why I want to mode my Wave so I don't need extra bits. I will make a video when I finish it. Yours is fairly new, because of the new style sheath. The ratchet looks useful. Made in Taiwan shouldn't be a problem, I have many Cold Steel knives made there and have no problem. All the best.
@@JonGadget I agree, some people like to have extra bits and other stuff some don't. It's good we are so different and so lookalike, it's a colorful world. Cheers my friend.
Might be easy to put a thin piece of plastic in the bit holder to make the bit stick out slightly more. If the magnet is strong enough, the plastic should still allow the bit to hold to the magnet.
I just did a big Leatherman order, before the ratchet came out, DOE! I have a Leatherman in the pocket, work belt, family van, including a back up or 40. I'll be getting this ASAP!
Great video. I've been using the Ratchet all week at work with my Wave+, Rebar and the Supertool 300. The ratchet has performed flawlessly. I just love this addition to my Leatherman Tools.
@@2371Anita I believe its called the Bit Adapter, the extender is a different tool. The Bit Adapter will come as a little kit including the adapter and 5 double sided bits. So 10 different screw heads. Then you can put the ratchet into the adapter where you would normally put the bits. Works great.
Did Leatherman invent this? I'm trying to find any other versions of this ratcheting hex bit adapter, but nobody else seems to be making this tool, neither before nor after Leatherman. Seriously? Hats off to Learherman, I guess.
Friend, this video is perfection. It has everything one might ask for this type of video (and it even has a doggo!). I REALLY hope you will continue making videos for a long time
i know You said You like the leatherman pouch but I cant recommend enough the R.A.E. leatherman one if You havent tried it I don't believe its made by leatherman but its amazing
Awesome video like always mister Jonathan! But i was wondering, if you have any other suggestion to put in that leatherman pouch except the ratchet and streamlight microstream flashlight, maybe for the outdoors fans a ferrocerium rod? I already carry a fisher spacepen in the smaller one
Do you find that the sleeve connection on the tool torques or flexes when screwing say, into the wood? I’m always hesitant to over drive it and bend or possibly shear the sleeve off the surge itself.
No - because the driver is accessed by opening the tool I can't be locked in 90 degree position - I think also leverage forces would be too great if it was attempted
Never see anyone turning anything real tight with any of these “EDC tools.” No longer even “compact” expensive assortment of tools that don’t really work well. “Practical tool?” Reaching for this to screw in siding would ruin your wrists. Obviously used a drill to pre drill holes for the screws. If you have a drill, use it to screw on the siding, your wrists will thank you later! Sold to gadget guys trying to justify their huge “gadget” credit card bills.
I bought this as a kit... and this is absolutely the worst Leatherman product that ever left the factory... I bought one, the rachet broke... Sent it back, they replaced it. It broke again, this time it was the pliers... sent it back... They replaced it again. Third time's the charm... Nope. The lock broke for the blade. I just tossed it. When you get two, that should be cherry picked from the factory, and they're both turds, you know there's an issue. No more Leatherman for me.
I just recently started to follow your channel - you make excellent videos, I really appreciate the details you go into. This ratchet is a game changer. I use it a lot these days (we are moving) together with my Skeletool. It performs flawlessly.
great to hear 👍
Finally someone actually using it, rather than just talking about it or showing it in their kit. I appreciated the video, thank you.
Is this now replacing the bit extension or do you carry both?
You and TX Tool Crib are the among the best at these gear reviews 🤘
That's really kind 🙏 I'm a big fan of TX Tool Crib too.
Hi @@chrislawrence7 a lot of people really love this option and although I have never owned one I think that I should probably get one! The challenge we have in the UK, where I am from (I am not sure where you are based?), is that technically this is illegal for us to carry (because of the locking blade) and therefore hard to recommend as an EDC from a UK perspective. I do agree though the simple but great combination of tools with the Skeletool makes for a perfect carry and and the blade steel on the CX really adds to the quality and usefulness. Also, Bit exchanger and pliers are ideal implements (I'd miss scissors though) and belt clip should make for a perfect EDC where laws allow.
@@chrislawrence7 yes, unfortunately you need a good reason to be carrying a locking knife in the UK these days - blade length on any knife must also be max 3inches too - not ideal. Hence EDC challenges and why Victorinox fits so well.
Agreed. Both Jon Gadget and TX Tool Crib present great Leatherman videos.
Awesome demonstration of real work. I'm getting one!
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Great video. I appreciate you taking the time to show it’s use.
Thanks for the feedback 👍
The ratchet is awesome. One of those things, never thought I'd ever need it. Ended up being used almost as many times as the leatherman itself.
It really fixes the thing that makes multitool screwdrivers unwieldy: how awkward it is to actually turn screws with them.
@@faethe000 Indeed! Glad you find it useful too
Good job showing some use, I will be picking one up and keeping it in my bag, will definitely make things quicker and easier. I always look forward to your videos, keep em coming!
Thanks Ali, that’s really appreciated 😊
Don't think that two tone rolex didn't go unnoticed. ;)
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Another great video Jon, really appreciated the demo in particular! Keep it up. Cheers
Leatherman are great tools, but still adjusting to my Wave+. I have moded my Wave sheath so can accommodate few bits,because it's smaller than the Surge sheat. But most of the time I have my tool in my pocket and that's why I want to mode my Wave so I don't need extra bits. I will make a video when I finish it. Yours is fairly new, because of the new style sheath. The ratchet looks useful. Made in Taiwan shouldn't be a problem, I have many Cold Steel knives made there and have no problem. All the best.
Great feedback Storn. Yes, bit exchanger is great if you plan to carry the bits! Victorinox Spirit X is a great option for inbuilt screwdrivers.
@@JonGadget I agree, some people like to have extra bits and other stuff some don't. It's good we are so different and so lookalike, it's a colorful world. Cheers my friend.
Might be easy to put a thin piece of plastic in the bit holder to make the bit stick out slightly more. If the magnet is strong enough, the plastic should still allow the bit to hold to the magnet.
good idea 👍
I just did a big Leatherman order, before the ratchet came out, DOE! I have a Leatherman in the pocket, work belt, family van, including a back up or 40. I'll be getting this ASAP!
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Interesting explanation with a satisfactory ASMR voice for relaxation.
Thanks.
I would have leave a 1/4" gap between the decking and the bottom siding, effectively you have capillary sponge every time it rains
Great video. I've been using the Ratchet all week at work with my Wave+, Rebar and the Supertool 300. The ratchet has performed flawlessly. I just love this addition to my Leatherman Tools.
Great to hear 👍
How do you use this with the rebar?
@@2371Anita there is an adapter you can buy that goes over the square profile of the philips driver to offer a LM flat bit driver option.
@@JonGadget the extander?
@@2371Anita I believe its called the Bit Adapter, the extender is a different tool. The Bit Adapter will come as a little kit including the adapter and 5 double sided bits. So 10 different screw heads. Then you can put the ratchet into the adapter where you would normally put the bits. Works great.
Thanks for the great review, especially the part of using it in real world.
Thanks for the feedback Leo - good to hear
Did Leatherman invent this? I'm trying to find any other versions of this ratcheting hex bit adapter, but nobody else seems to be making this tool, neither before nor after Leatherman. Seriously? Hats off to Learherman, I guess.
I m the proud owner of Surge
Me too 👍
I'm gonna weld that leather man ratchet into a hexagonal bit so I can use it with my screwdriver
Just got mine yesterday
I didn't know this existed :O I have the bit driver for my Wave but now I want this... thanks for sharing!
Friend, this video is perfection. It has everything one might ask for this type of video (and it even has a doggo!).
I REALLY hope you will continue making videos for a long time
Thanks Eyal for the kind comment - lot's more videos to come 👍
Would love to see a battle of this letterman ratchet and bits versus swisstool and accompanying bits
good idea..... would have to be Spirit vs Wave I think - or full size Swiss tool vs Surge?
Nice Root Beer. Beautiful watch.
Great video which helped me make my mind up to get one
I'm glad it was useful 😊
10 seconds in and I’m loving the vibes I now shall subscribe
Thanks Jake - great to have you as a subscriber 🙏
Priming all six sides of the material used in that repair would have gone a long way towards preventing future rot.
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beautiful home
Cheers Jon great video thanks .
Thanks Stephen
i know You said You like the leatherman pouch but I cant recommend enough the R.A.E. leatherman one if You havent tried it I don't believe its made by leatherman but its amazing
I'll check it out - what do initials stand for?
@@JonGadget im not sure tried to look into it but didnt find anything
@@Gottlos234 thanks for looking
@@Gottlos234 Recognise - Assess - Execute it seems!
Hey Jon the videos are awesome keep up the great work!!!
Thank you, that's great to hear 🙏
Muy buenos videos , aunque no entiendo ni papa, eres un crack , saludos desde Almeria, España.....
Cool 😎 thanks 🙏
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Awesome video like always mister Jonathan! But i was wondering, if you have any other suggestion to put in that leatherman pouch except the ratchet and streamlight microstream flashlight, maybe for the outdoors fans a ferrocerium rod? I already carry a fisher spacepen in the smaller one
It utterly amazes me how short of a run this ratchet must have had. I can't find it anywhere other than at extremely over the top prices 2nd hand.
Yep it explain everything about the Ratchet driver.
Ok ok I will get it!!!
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So does it work with the wVe and wave +???.
Do you find that the sleeve connection on the tool torques or flexes when screwing say, into the wood? I’m always hesitant to over drive it and bend or possibly shear the sleeve off the surge itself.
Great vıdeo👏👏
My dogs are mutts too.
Great review 👍🏻
How many degrees of turning are there per click?
Great review - I think it's going to cost me $30...
Will it work with the handle at 90 degrees for extra torque?
No - because the driver is accessed by opening the tool I can't be locked in 90 degree position - I think also leverage forces would be too great if it was attempted
First day using it today. The darn thing keep detatching from the socket. Quite fustrating.
Awesome!
Makita impact !
Now you can’t find a L. Ratchet anywhere and when you do they price gouge the carap out of it.
Great video, where in the UK did you purchase from?
Hi. I got it from Whitby & Co. who are the official LM importer for the UK. Arrived quickly.
Where is to buy please.send a links.
links should be in description video Luis
Hopefully someone clones this
Süper
How much please.👏
about £30 inc. tax in UK (approx $30 plus tax US) I believe
Never see anyone turning anything real tight with any of these “EDC tools.” No longer even “compact” expensive assortment of tools that don’t really work well. “Practical tool?” Reaching for this to screw in siding would ruin your wrists. Obviously used a drill to pre drill holes for the screws. If you have a drill, use it to screw on the siding, your wrists will thank you later! Sold to gadget guys trying to justify their huge “gadget” credit card bills.
Thanks for the feedback, always appreciated - but if you only have one tool to hand, this I would argue is a good option.
I believe Jon has a drill, he just wanted to show us those EDC tools actually work when we are out in the field.
I use my wave everyday at work one Tool or another. I’m not building jet fighters. So it’s a real help
I bought this as a kit... and this is absolutely the worst Leatherman product that ever left the factory... I bought one, the rachet broke... Sent it back, they replaced it. It broke again, this time it was the pliers... sent it back... They replaced it again. Third time's the charm... Nope. The lock broke for the blade. I just tossed it.
When you get two, that should be cherry picked from the factory, and they're both turds, you know there's an issue.
No more Leatherman for me.
Manuel work wearing a Rolex 😱 Not sensible for a person who preaches & pitches appropriate attire and equipment! Tut tut!
So. If you own a Rolex
AND a nice dog you can’t use a Leatherman?
Grow up.