I’m a commercial HVAC technician and I use my surge ALL the time. My brother in law got married this past summer and for a wedding gift, I bought a black oxide wave + and had it engraved with their names and the date of the wedding plus a cheesy cute little quote. My daughter will be getting her license in a few weeks and I’ll be keeping my old surge in her glove box. I love Leatherman and will use them for the rest of my life
Love my surge. I also love leathermans warranty program. I had broken the the pliers on my surge and sent it in, not only did they fix the pliers but they also changed out other parts that had wear and tear on them... leatherman for life!
I just bought a Letherman Surge for $10.00 at a flee market on Saturday. It has a broken can opener, which I will replace. I removed any rust and now I have it soaking in a little glass jar filled with Liquid WD40. After that I will clean it off, then work the whole thing with some White Lightning Easy Lube Bicycle Chain Lubricant. Thanx for the video my Brother 👍 ⚔️ ✝️ 🇺🇲
I've heard that the "Ruler" on the Free P4 is for measuring the heads of fasteners so that you know what size wrench or socket to grab. If I'm working one something with nuts or bolts, I always have my wrenches and sockets with me, and it is always faster to just try a socket, go "hmm, too tight" and then go for the next size up. The Surge was my first Leatherman and I got it in large part for the T-Shank adapter. Yeah it's big, but where I feel like other multitools are geared towards just getting you out of a pickle, the Surge feels capable enough to tackle actual work. I also love that you can detach the diamond file and sharpen the knife blade, all in one tool.
“And there a few things that makes this the case” and then proceeds to pick up the case. I love unintentional humor and the video is great too. I am getting a Surge soon so I am living vicariously through the videos on TH-cam learning about it
I've been rocking the st 300 since I traded in my 200. I've been considering getting this and making it my new edc for work, but old habits die hard. Your review made it easier for me to let go of the past.
The surge has been my edc for a few months now and it has no contender according to me. I've gone through alot of multi-tools and different brands aswell, but the surge is the only multi-tool I've hade that actually works as a substitute for other tools. I don't even know where I keep my regular pliers any more, there's simply no reason to have them and I never go looking for a screw-driver anymore. So thanks, Tyler, for your review. I share your opinions and I think you did an excellent video!
One thing you said that resonated with me was you said "I decided I didn't wanna carry two of these or three of these at a time" i've been carrying both the leatherman crunch and the victorinox spirit x together. They're a great team but i just got my surge last night to replace both so im only carrying one multi tool at a time on my belt. I'm a service plumber. the mult tool gets used most by me out of any tool.
i had just bought a surge as my first ever multitool and something that i wanted to edc for when I'm out fishing and really anything to have for years to come. i was kinda tired of in my past job where things were broken and i coulda fixed it had i got the right tools. super glad i picked up the surge as it came in a couple days ago. it is heavy but I'm sure after a certain amount of time, it'll almost be weightless to me. i am also into outdoor tasks and i would love to just have the one thing for all the things i would need. I'm not much a handyman but i am not shy away from learning but heavy duty means it'll last a while at least to me. very happy i picked it up as my first. if you are looking at this video and reading in the comments, curious if the surge is good for you, depending on what you wanna use it for, if you are like me or more than me (in handiness), i recommend you getting this tool.
I second this for sure. The weight really isn't a big deal at all when it's on your belt. It's noticable in your pocket however. But for what you're getting with it, it's beyond worth it to me. Thanks for watching!
The scissors on the Surge are no joke. I find myself using the scissors way more than I ever thought I would. They are great for cutting through thick zip ties that are hard to get at with the knife, and also safer.
“The gateway drug” right there with you man BO Rebar got me addicted too lol was uneasy about spending loads on a multitool so went for a cheaper model and then I realised how good their tools were.
I use the Surge for work, and Free P4 for edc. I just cant handel the weight of the surge for edc, and the ease of use with the free p4 is just great. great video :)
Thank you! I like my P4 a whole lot. The built in clip was a huge selling point for me, but I just couldn't get past the few nitpicky things I mentioned in the video. It's definitely in the rotation though!
Man I miss my Surge. Once the all black or silver and black one comes back into stock I’m getting another one. I’d love to see a coyote tan and black Surge too
Nice stash lol, I used the wave daily till I lost it at the gun range (dropped in the snow somewhere) . Now I use the surge, and its a BEAST. I just ordered a clip on sheath for it and the bit kit, bc to keep that on my belt all day is a little too much on the heavy side, this way I can take it on and off as I need it. ALSO I would take a angle grinder with a cut off wheel and even up the broken un even pliers on your wave.
Ruler is good for small bore measure, fasteners, nuts & bolts, etc. Not a measuring device as in a meter stick. But too thin for a screw driver. The awl is also too thin. Most multitools are not really heavy duty. The Surge, and the Victorinox SwissTools--one 22 years in use. My old Leatherman SuperTool is 22 years old, too. I have a Surge kit with multiple saws, including long T-shanks which cannot fit into the closed tool--but who care. And the adapter-extender allows normal commercial bits. Great awl. My ultimate compact bushcraft kit. I agree about the LM Surge!
These little rulers are great as gauges for medium and small fasteners, bolts, etc. Never intend to be used for more than that. But, they should make that very clear. And they don't. Great for amateur home carpentry. A prro probably has a depth gauge. I have about 45 multitools. Surge and SwissTool Spirit are my best. A little disappointed in the Free P4 awl. Thanks for the review!
I carry a 6 inch Bosch jigsaw blade with my surge... I have cut down 5 inch wide trees with that thing... I’ve been wanting to buy the 10 inch Bosch Bosch blade for it saw well, but I can’t seem to justify the 20 Canadian dollar price for jigsaw blade when I can get 5 of the 6 inch ones for like 12 bucks
Man I'm on the look out for a leatherman like the yellow one you have for uk edc what would you say about the leatherman bond im seeing a few people on TH-cam saying about the blade keeps coming out on it's own just wondering if you pickd up the bond?if so would you recommend it or should i just keep my Swiss champ ☺👍
The Bond has major issues like the knife having ZERO detent so it pops up while using the pliers (see maxlvledc and Texas Tool Crib) Go with a Heritage edition PST. You won’t regret it
Ivan Scano on Etsy makes a leather sheath for the surge that carries two bit kits In the file or saw it’s on Etsy it’s a really nice leather sheath just letting you know
Oh I know, their warranty is fantastic. I sent in two broken original Waves a few years ago, and got two updated models, both with sheaths. I would send this one in, but it has been so many places with my at my last job, and it really was a travel companion in a way, if that makes sense. Thank you for the comment!
This is the best multitool in existence, which isn't saying a lot because it's also a piece of shit.. The tolerances are just horrible, out of the box every edge and corner is so sharp that the tool is useless until you've found the time to file everything down, the little spring for the bit holder gets damaged if you look at it the wrong way, it uses security torx for no reason, the awl and flat drivers clump, the pocket clip doesn't actually fit and flaps around in the breeze and snaps like a piece of liquorice if you bend it or drop the tool, and when you move the clip from side to side it moves the little covers on the tool, they shouldn't even be able to move - Leatherman better have a GREAT warranty on this piece of garbage, because I can't get through a day without it - but man it's not that well made.. 🤮
I’m a commercial HVAC technician and I use my surge ALL the time.
My brother in law got married this past summer and for a wedding gift, I bought a black oxide wave + and had it engraved with their names and the date of the wedding plus a cheesy cute little quote.
My daughter will be getting her license in a few weeks and I’ll be keeping my old surge in her glove box.
I love Leatherman and will use them for the rest of my life
Love my surge. I also love leathermans warranty program. I had broken the the pliers on my surge and sent it in, not only did they fix the pliers but they also changed out other parts that had wear and tear on them... leatherman for life!
how did you break the pliers on your surge? that seems impossible haha
I just bought a Letherman Surge for $10.00 at a flee market on Saturday. It has a broken can opener, which I will replace. I removed any rust and now I have it soaking in a little glass jar filled with Liquid WD40.
After that I will clean it off, then work the whole thing with some White Lightning Easy Lube Bicycle Chain Lubricant. Thanx for the video my Brother 👍 ⚔️ ✝️ 🇺🇲
I've heard that the "Ruler" on the Free P4 is for measuring the heads of fasteners so that you know what size wrench or socket to grab. If I'm working one something with nuts or bolts, I always have my wrenches and sockets with me, and it is always faster to just try a socket, go "hmm, too tight" and then go for the next size up.
The Surge was my first Leatherman and I got it in large part for the T-Shank adapter. Yeah it's big, but where I feel like other multitools are geared towards just getting you out of a pickle, the Surge feels capable enough to tackle actual work. I also love that you can detach the diamond file and sharpen the knife blade, all in one tool.
“And there a few things that makes this the case” and then proceeds to pick up the case. I love unintentional humor and the video is great too. I am getting a Surge soon so I am living vicariously through the videos on TH-cam learning about it
1:10 "I got a little carried away, and so ... " LOL we all understand how THAT goes
lol I'm the same way. Have about 9 Leatherman now....
Hi My name is Misfitsman805, and I'm an Leatherman addict. 😂🤣😂
Good video. Love seeing guys who actually used and abused their tools rather than the unboxing videos.
I like that your stuff is actually used.
Surge is King
I've been rocking the st 300 since I traded in my 200. I've been considering getting this and making it my new edc for work, but old habits die hard. Your review made it easier for me to let go of the past.
The surge has been my edc for a few months now and it has no contender according to me. I've gone through alot of multi-tools and different brands aswell, but the surge is the only multi-tool I've hade that actually works as a substitute for other tools. I don't even know where I keep my regular pliers any more, there's simply no reason to have them and I never go looking for a screw-driver anymore.
So thanks, Tyler, for your review. I share your opinions and I think you did an excellent video!
Thank you for the kind words and for watching!
One thing you said that resonated with me was you said "I decided I didn't wanna carry two of these or three of these at a time" i've been carrying both the leatherman crunch and the victorinox spirit x together. They're a great team but i just got my surge last night to replace both so im only carrying one multi tool at a time on my belt. I'm a service plumber. the mult tool gets used most by me out of any tool.
same was with me,I purchased first one Skeletool,6 Leathermans later I realised I just love them, and like collecting them so... yeah 😆😆😆
i had just bought a surge as my first ever multitool and something that i wanted to edc for when I'm out fishing and really anything to have for years to come. i was kinda tired of in my past job where things were broken and i coulda fixed it had i got the right tools. super glad i picked up the surge as it came in a couple days ago. it is heavy but I'm sure after a certain amount of time, it'll almost be weightless to me. i am also into outdoor tasks and i would love to just have the one thing for all the things i would need. I'm not much a handyman but i am not shy away from learning but heavy duty means it'll last a while at least to me. very happy i picked it up as my first. if you are looking at this video and reading in the comments, curious if the surge is good for you, depending on what you wanna use it for, if you are like me or more than me (in handiness), i recommend you getting this tool.
I second this for sure. The weight really isn't a big deal at all when it's on your belt. It's noticable in your pocket however. But for what you're getting with it, it's beyond worth it to me. Thanks for watching!
I always carry a leatherman and the surge is my go to as someone who works a trades job!!
The scissors on the Surge are no joke. I find myself using the scissors way more than I ever thought I would. They are great for cutting through thick zip ties that are hard to get at with the knife, and also safer.
The scissors are the reason I chose the Surge, as opposed to the Wave, Charge or Signal. I'm a day hiker and the Surge works for me.
“The gateway drug” right there with you man BO Rebar got me addicted too lol was uneasy about spending loads on a multitool so went for a cheaper model and then I realised how good their tools were.
4years on an update video would be great to see if the leatherman surge is still your favourite ?
The t shank is a game changer. I've had the wave for a long time and love it, but the surge is king of the hill.
Just stepped up from my Wave+ to a Surge. It's my new work/shop EDC.
I use the Surge for work, and Free P4 for edc.
I just cant handel the weight of the surge for edc, and the ease of use with the free p4 is just great.
great video :)
Thank you! I like my P4 a whole lot. The built in clip was a huge selling point for me, but I just couldn't get past the few nitpicky things I mentioned in the video. It's definitely in the rotation though!
@@TylerStartz my clip did not come with, orderd one from ebay.
It made the p4 much better, for the 2 months is lasted ;)
With the ruler, if you wanted to be super picky, the stinger and dielectric length for large diameter coax. Maybe..
FIRST USED TOOLS REVIEW.REAL.
Man I miss my Surge. Once the all black or silver and black one comes back into stock I’m getting another one. I’d love to see a coyote tan and black Surge too
Nice stash lol, I used the wave daily till I lost it at the gun range (dropped in the snow somewhere) . Now I use the surge, and its a BEAST. I just ordered a clip on sheath for it and the bit kit, bc to keep that on my belt all day is a little too much on the heavy side, this way I can take it on and off as I need it. ALSO I would take a angle grinder with a cut off wheel and even up the broken un even pliers on your wave.
Hey man what camera are you using? That thing focuses so fast! Please let me know thank you!
Ruler is good for small bore measure, fasteners, nuts & bolts, etc. Not a measuring device as in a meter stick. But too thin for a screw driver. The awl is also too thin.
Most multitools are not really heavy duty. The Surge, and the Victorinox SwissTools--one 22 years in use. My old Leatherman SuperTool is 22 years old, too.
I have a Surge kit with multiple saws, including long T-shanks which cannot fit into the closed tool--but who care. And the adapter-extender allows normal commercial bits. Great awl. My ultimate compact bushcraft kit.
I agree about the LM Surge!
You know, I never thought about that with the smaller ruler. Good call!
Congratulations! I think it will be too!
That custom piece is handsome.
Did you get where he got it?
These little rulers are great as gauges for medium and small fasteners, bolts, etc. Never intend to be used for more than that. But, they should make that very clear. And they don't. Great for amateur home carpentry. A prro probably has a depth gauge.
I have about 45 multitools. Surge and SwissTool Spirit are my best. A little disappointed in the Free P4 awl.
Thanks for the review!
I can never find them for the right price they're never free
Entertaining, funny, thanks Sir 👍
9:57 you said, "we'll get to that at some other point I 'rectum' ". Rectum...😂
Nice but a go supertool 😎
Is there any play in the blades when they’re locked into position?
I carry a 6 inch Bosch jigsaw blade with my surge... I have cut down 5 inch wide trees with that thing... I’ve been wanting to buy the 10 inch Bosch Bosch blade for it saw well, but I can’t seem to justify the 20 Canadian dollar price for jigsaw blade when I can get 5 of the 6 inch ones for like 12 bucks
Man I'm on the look out for a leatherman like the yellow one you have for uk edc what would you say about the leatherman bond im seeing a few people on TH-cam saying about the blade keeps coming out on it's own just wondering if you pickd up the bond?if so would you recommend it or should i just keep my Swiss champ ☺👍
I haven't had the chance to get a Bond yet, but I think I like it based off of what I've seen so far.
@@TylerStartz yes I'm with you on that one thanks for your reply 👍🏻
The Bond has major issues like the knife having ZERO detent so it pops up while using the pliers (see maxlvledc and Texas Tool Crib) Go with a Heritage edition PST. You won’t regret it
When you put the Bosch long blade in the leatherman surge, will it close or do you need to take out the aftermarket blade
The length of the blade will stop it closing for most saw blades, I found some metal blades could close
Thanks for the review. And AvE is great as well.
Thank you for watching!
Great review..surge is king 🤴
Ivan Scano on Etsy makes a leather sheath for the surge that carries two bit kits In the file or saw it’s on Etsy it’s a really nice leather sheath just letting you know
Hi, how much it cost ? From where I can buy ?
I love my surge.
Girth, length, hand size? What am I watching here?
Can you please send me a link to the leather sheath ty
Great review
Anyway to carry both the saw and the file at the same time? I would hate to carry it separately
Not that I've found out about. Basically either in your wallet or a sheath basically.
The saw can tuck in behind the serated blade
9:56 “I Rectum” 😅😂
Send that broken wave in they’ll give you a new one
Oh I know, their warranty is fantastic. I sent in two broken original Waves a few years ago, and got two updated models, both with sheaths. I would send this one in, but it has been so many places with my at my last job, and it really was a travel companion in a way, if that makes sense.
Thank you for the comment!
your zapwizard parts are printed, not forged. you were right first try
Oh no..i just got myself wave+ with small pliers
I love my Wave+, the clip fits far better on it!
I carry the Leatherman surge
it's not the size of your tool .It's what u do with it
1:18 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Если не трудно напишите сколько стоит Leaherman Wave в Америке я живу в России у нас его цена 140$
In America it is about $100 for a Wave+
It is a bad idea to put a thumb stud on your saw.
You're very right about that. I've knocked it off many times.
This is the best multitool in existence, which isn't saying a lot because it's also a piece of shit.. The tolerances are just horrible, out of the box every edge and corner is so sharp that the tool is useless until you've found the time to file everything down, the little spring for the bit holder gets damaged if you look at it the wrong way, it uses security torx for no reason, the awl and flat drivers clump, the pocket clip doesn't actually fit and flaps around in the breeze and snaps like a piece of liquorice if you bend it or drop the tool, and when you move the clip from side to side it moves the little covers on the tool, they shouldn't even be able to move - Leatherman better have a GREAT warranty on this piece of garbage, because I can't get through a day without it - but man it's not that well made.. 🤮
youre not the only one. i had one of each myself. its an addiction i tell ya...addiction...