Leatherman 67010103H Wave

by Leatherman

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

The Wave is the flagship of the Leatherman line, and we would argue that it's the company's most versatile multitool to date. It comes loaded with 17 different tools, including everything from pliers to screwdrivers to wire cutters. We really like the Wave's quality construction, its four locking blades, and the fact that the user can get at the knife without having to open up the whole tool--a nice improvement over the original model. While nobody's going to replace a tool set or do major auto repairs with the Wave, it's absolutely invaluable for a wide range of quick, on-the-spot jobs. --Brian Trinen

Product Description

4in. folded down, this stainless steel multi-tool weighs only 8 oz. Features wire and hard wire cutters, wire strippers, regular and needlenose pliers, clip-point and serrated knife blades, wood saw, diamond-coated file, large, medium, small, extra-small and Phillips screwdrivers, can/bottle opener, scissors plus lanyard attachment. U.S.A.

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4 x 0.8 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000065UE7
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 67010103H
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (80 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #127,264 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

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63 of 65 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Oh no another Wave review!!!, July 22, 2002

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Matt Jachyra (Brooklyn, NY USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Leatherman 67010103H Wave (Tools & Home Improvement)

I'm using multi tools since the day they were invented. And if they haven't been invented I would have to do it my self so thank you Mr. Leatherman. I never liked Leatherman products because plier's handles were pinching my hands (original tool). For a while I wondered of and bought into Gerber family than Shrade and Swiss Army. After multiple failures I decided to give Leatherman Wave a try and I'm not disappointed. So here we go:

Strengths:
- Comfortable handles even if using pliers to tight down the nastiest nuts and bolts.
- One hand operation for knife use. Life saver in many situations.
- Locking saw, file and serrated/regular knife blades. Not for nothing but it will save you fingers.
- Wide choice of tools at your finger tips. Can opener/bottle opener is there!!!! I can't believe that some of the tools come without it.
- Strong pliers and good wire cutters.
- Spring loaded scissors.
- Screwdriver tool attachment
- Blade stays sharp.

Weaknesses:
- Tools are not secured in place. The lock is spring loaded (the same one as blades on regular Swiss army knife) there is a danger of a tool folding down on you. Not a problem for regular everyday jobs but if you have a tight/rusty screw watch out.
- Not rust proof. I use it on the river and if it wasn't for regular maintenance and WD40 my tool would be a history.
- Wire cutters even if sharp are made out of soft steel so when faced with tough wire they will become dull or even bend.

Ok so why 5 stars? Just because it's the best tool made so far. There is nothing better made out there. Yes it has its problems and some design flows but in comparison to hundreds of similar products available out there this one really stands out. My Wave was stolen in Africa and while looking for replacement I tested multiple tools of similar shape and purposes but guess what? I'm back with the Wave again.

26 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Worth every penny, September 30, 2002

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John Shaft "Can ya dig it" (Needham, MA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Leatherman 67010103H Wave (Tools & Home Improvement)

I got the original leatherman in the summer of 1994 when I was planning to do a lot of camping. Then I upgraded to the Wave as a present for myself around Xmas 98 (the original went in my fishing tackle box). I have worn it every day on my belt, most days accompanied by a compact tape measure as well. I get a lot of teasing for it from my friends, but it doesn't matter. The Wave is indespensable, I like to say it's not always the right tool, but it's always the "right there" tool. I use it for work as an engineer, on home repair projects, whenever the need arises. I use it least once a day, if not more. A perfect gift for any mechanically inclined person on your shopping list. Hands down the best multi-tool around.

Drawbacks? When I first got it, I cut my thumb a couple of times trying to one-hand open the external blades. The scissors and the serrated blade have gotten a little dull and I am not sure how to sharpen them. There are too many flat screwdrivers (4 in all). I would get rid of one of them in favor of something else.

24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Compact and Useful, December 4, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Leatherman 67010103H Wave (Tools & Home Improvement)

I ended up getting the Leatherman Wave for its one-hand opening blades, good needlenose pliers and compact size.

Pros go first:
Compact in size - really important for me as a EDC (every day carry) tool. If it weren't a EDC, I probably would get a SwissTool, which is...cheaper now at amazon.com.

Solid - All tools have solid feel (except the scissors). Blades are locked positively. Pliers are strong. So are the rest.

Here come the Cons:
All tools are stiff to open - Only the serrated sheepfoot blade is relatively easy to open. Lubrication doesn't help. Break-in may eventually help. It's not user servicable as it uses tamper-proof torx-plus screws all over. Send it back to the factory for any adjustments.

Too many flat screwdrivers (4) - I'd rather replace one flat screwdriver with something else.

Handles wobble in closed position - No play in deployed position but has < 1/8" play when closed. It's very noticable when you open blade using one hand. It's not mentioned in web reviews but talked a lot in newsgroups. Every Wave does that and it doens't seem to hurt the durability. Just doesn't match the overall quality of the tool and yes, annoying.

Poor scissors - Scissors wobble. The pivot rivet is not tight (probably for a reason because scissor blades are slightly curved for better shearing). When handle is fully depressed, blade points cross each other by 1/8" which is really annoying for fine cutting. However, I don't expect to use it very often. Scissors on SwissTool or Gerber multi-tool (no wonder, it's a Fiskars company that makes excellent scissors) are much better.

Fit and Finish - It's good but you won't be happy if you are a Swiss knife owner. Handle, bolsters and pliers are finished smoothly. All other tools have clear signs of machining. Random nicks, marks on handles and pliers. I went to a local store to check out all Leatherman Wave (8 of them) in plastic package and they all have nicks or marks. I guess workers just toss the products into the bins in the factory. I'd rather put the sign of heavy use by myself.

A combination of Wave and SwissTool will be great. It doesn't exist for now and I chose Wave.