Customer Reviews

Leatherman Surge Multitool

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I have owned a Swiss Army knife for a long time but while it can be very usefull it is not really up to what I would call tool grade. The Leatherman Surge meets that standard as much as nay multitool can. All of the blades and tools lock into place and are solidly made. The blades are incredibly sharp. It may not be as comfortable as standard single purpose tool but it is certainly more versatile thatn a screwdriver of needlenose plier. I particularly like the spring on the scissors. It is much more substantial and cannot slip out of its channel.

I highly recommend the Surge multitool.

After having Gerber for many years and having it perform countless of tasks mightily, one thing I desired was a heavier duty feel. The Leatherman Surge fits the bill. I like the wider and longer knife blades (four inches long) and the fact that I can open them one handed without opening the pliers makes it really handy, unlike the Gerber, a two handed operation for most. The screwdriver bits are changeable and can be replaced unlike the Gerber. The smaller "jeweler's" bit for small screws, the more functional bottle opener and the beefier scissors and the interchangeable file/blade system is an improvement to my Gerber. It has become my preferred side tool, taking it on camping trips, vacations and remote maintenance outings like the working on the roof or in the attic. It performed well when putting together my kids' swing set this past summer.

With the heft it is heavier compared to my Gerber. I believe that the handle's edges could be more rounder as opposed to square to make it more comfortable to hold. I think Leatherman should place a "lip" guard on the main blades to prevent slippage of the hand. Without it, you could seriously get cut if your hand slips. I also think it could benefit from a pocket clip. (Leatherman does sell this but I haven't gotten around to purchasing the item).

The heavy duty feel gives me a feeling of confidence that my Gerber lacked. Don't get me wrong, the Gerber has not been retired. It remains in my toolbox in the garage and is still used but in a second fiddle role. If I've got to tear into something, the Surge is what I pick up.

I just got my Leatherman Surge yesterday. I like the fact that it is heavy duty; the downside is it does weigh a bit more than some of the other multi-tools. It's also well made but a little more expensive than other multi-tool I have owned. All that aside, my only complaint is that with the Surge Leatherman has developed a great blade removal and replacement system, but they don't have replacement blades for sale! Also they could add a long thin punch, a gut hook and filet blade to the set of interchangeable blades (I think they would sell well and be darn handy). Given all that I'm still very happy with my purchase.

Brief history:
I have had 4 Leatherman tools since high school. The original Leatherman which I still have and use, the first Supertool which was like the original Leatherman but bigger with locking tools and still use, a Wave (1st generation, no locking tools) which I loved but somehow misplace a year ago and never found it and now the Surge. I ordered the Surge this time because it is bigger than the Wave and has locking tools and being I have large hands this thing rocks. My favorite part about Wave and Surge is the outside knives that can be opened with one hand. Nice because you don't have to carry a separate knife too for times when that's all you need right then. In regard to all of my Leatherman tools. I beat the crap out of them and have yet had one break or fail in any way.

Surge Pros:
Great tool. Beefy and powerful. Easy to use. Mine came with the Nylon sheath which is great...much better than their "leather" sheath which is two pieces of leather (front and back) with stretchy cloth between them.

Surge Cons: They could have skipped the tool exchanger and made it just like the Wave only bigger in size. Put the 2 knives on the outside along with the saw and file and put the scissors inside. The Wave is by far their best design just wish it was the same size as the Surge.

But overall I love the Surge and would not hesitate in buying another one. As for it's weight I don't find it heavy at all. Not much different than my Supertool I've been carrying.

I happen to work in aviation I'm mechanic for one the airline here in the states . This comes in handy for quick fix , it's the best leathermen I've ever owned . I have had more then one of these tools in my career and this by far the is the best I've own.

I find it odd when people review a worksite-type multi-tool and complain that it doesn't have hunting and fishing features. Leatherman makes hunting knives and survival tools, too. This certainly isn't one of them. The Surge is clearly designed with a contractor in mind; perhaps an electrician, construction worker or handy-man. You should buy the right tool for the job, but I digress.

Personally this is my third model from Leatherman. My Surge has been on my hip for just shy of a year now and I'd feel naked without it. This brings me to over 15 years of these things pulling my pants down, but Leatherman tools have NEVER let me down. The only reason I buy new ones is too get the latest features. My old ones sit on the corner of my desk like trophies, along with my old trusty Swiss Army knife.

I recommend adding the 20-piece screwdriver bit set. They fit nicely in the back of the sheath and include bits for almost any screw you might need to turn.

A well-fitting belt is another must. With features comes weight! This combination can cause a severe case of Plumber's Crack if your waistband is loose.

Leatherman invented the multi-tool. Copies are just that: copies. I assure you that you will never go wrong with the original.

I ordered this Item from Coldkeepers, this is my second Leatherman tool and I love it.
Everything Leatherman says this tool is it is true, the surge is made well and from Coldkeepers, LLC I got it in only 4 day. Thanks to Leatherman for making it and Thanks to Coldkeepers for shipping it.

DO NOT BUY!!! After 11 years my gerber tool was stolen and decided to give leatherman a chance, BIG regret.... youd rather put your mom's kitchen knife in your pocket. Two month after buying it started rusting, irreversably; I DID oil it every other week (seriously). Besides, while using the philips screw driver, the safety lock broke flying away, could find it... all tools on that side of the handle are now useless.... Go gerber, ALWAYS!!!