LEATHERMAN, Surge, 21-in-1 Heavy-Duty Multi-tool for Work, Home, Garden, DIY & Auto, Stainless Steel

I got my first leatherman when I was about 14. Since then, one has been on my belt every day, all day. This is the fifth one I have owned since then. One was given to me and another was my Father's supertool that I bought for him in the 90s and was using until I bought this one. The others are still good. I am now 53 and deserve an upgrade. This Surge is far superior to all my others. I am thoroughly amazed. It seams to be a combo of my blast, wave and supertool plus much more. Everything from strength and stability to ease of use is incredibly improved. I would not have thought it was possible. When I opened the box, I couldn't believe how much better it was then I was expecting from the website. You truly have to hold it to fully appreciate it. Most incredible multi-tool EVER!!!

Another fine Leatherman product. This is my second Leatherman Multi-Tool and feel I can't live without one, just as much as needing a cell phone. Basically I am a handyman by trade and although I think this Surge is a great tool, I find I use my new model Super Tool 300 most often because the file and saw are better than on the Surge. I will review this product according to my top questions relating to my research/purchase: model, purchase date, seller/price, specs, quality/personal uses. Model: Leatherman Surge Black Oxide with Molly Sheath I received the newest model with the replaceable cutter blades, which was a concern for me, as well as many others.' Purchased from The Outdoor People, fulfilled by Amazon. Update 11-2014: Beware! I was updating my review and I noticed the seller name on my digital Amazon invoice has changed as well the product picture. I find it very irritating that Amazon compiles reviews as a whole and it makes it hard for consumers to completely rely on and properly use reviews. Manufacture date: I found two manufacturing dates on the handles 1113, 1213. Purchase Date: I purchased it Friday 8-22-2014; received it Monday 8-25-14 with Amazon Prime. Seller: The Outdoor People. I can't find that seller currently on Amazon as of 11-2014. Price: $104.13. Specs/Tools: *Knife *Serrated knife *Large scissors *Exchangeable saw/diamond/wood/metal file *1/8 in #2 slotted screwdriver *5/16 in #8-#10 slotted screwdriver *Awl *Can/bottle opener/wire stripper *Exchangeable bit adapter: with #1 Phillips & 3/16 #2 slotted bit *Needle nose/regular pliers *Replaceable carbide combination wire/hard wire cutters *2nd non-replaceable combination stranded wire cutter/crimper (bottom of pliers) *ALL tools with easy to use locks *Stamped metric and English rulers on the handles. *Options to purchase pocket clip, lanyard ring, bit sets, home modified bits, saws and maybe other items (see you tube). SIZE COMPARISONS: Size: Super Tool Closed: 4-1/5in long x 1-1/4in wide x 5/8in thick. Open: 7in long. 3in knife, 2-9/16in useable blade. 3in serrated knife, 2-1/2in useable blade. 3in saw, 2-1/2in useable teeth. 3in file, 2-9/16in useable face. 1-7/8in #2 Phillips, 3/16in wide x 1-7/16in hole reach. Micro slotted screwdriver is 1-1/4in long, 7/8in hole reach. #2 slotted screwdriver 3/16in wide x 1-5/8in long, 1-1/4 hole reach. Tool in leather case: 4-5/8in long x 2-3/4in wide x 1-1/2in thick. Weight: Amazon specs say 9.6oz, for the new current version (heavier). Size: Surge Closed: 4-7/16in long x 1-5/8in wide x 3/4in thick. Open: 7in long. 3in knife, 3in useable blade. 3-1/8in serrated knife, 3-1/8in useable blade. 3-3/16in saw, 2-1/2in useable teath. 3-3/16in file, 2-7/16in useable face. 3-1/8in scissors, 7/8in cutting blades. Tool in nylon molle case: with file and no bit kits: 4-7/8in long x 2in wide x 1-3/4in thick. Weight feels about 1/3 heavier. Amazon specs say 15.1oz. The whole tool is great but I feel the saw, replaceable wire cutters, file, long #2 Phillips and mini slotted screw driver are the most important, then the pliers and knives, etc. Usage Comparison: Original Super Tool: Likes: Used it everyday, lasted me 6.5yrs of use before needing service. Size. All tools close nicely inside the handles. Original leather case. Every tool. Dislikes: Not very comfortable when squeezing the pliers bare handed. Difficult tool locks with risk of cutting yourself. Ruler hard to use and know it's accurate. Needle nose pliers need better gripping teeth. Needle nose pliers could be sharper, longer. Non-replaceable wire cutters were the first thing to wear out. Surge Multi-Tool: Likes: Replaceable wire cutters. Replaceable saw and file. Possibility to adapt other saws, bits. Easy to use locks. Exchangeable bits. Rounded handles. Optional, easy to install pocket clip and lanyard ring. Dislikes: Black oxide finish. Could lose tool, filthy. Overall size and weight compared to original Super Tool with mostly the same tools. Missing longer/larger phillips #2 and long micro slotted screwdrivers. Ruler is harder to read/use. The pliers are in the way/middle but is identical in actual measurements to the Super Tool. Cases: I purchased the "black oxide" model to get the large molle case because according to every review I read Leatherman no longer makes an all leather case and the combo nylon/leather supposedly is too cheap. I can tightly fit the Surge in my original leather case but not with accessories. The Large Leatherman Molle Shealth has a variety of mounting options and is said to be the largest Leatherman case but, it is really big/gaudy but has a pocket for the extra file and saw. The large molle case can hold a 1in longer tool and still has 3/8in of extra room on the side of the tool. Case update: the large Leatherman molle case grew on me although I prefer my Leatherman Large Nylon case over all others I've tried. I had my old Super Tool replaced by Leatherman and received a new tool with a nylon sheath WHICH I like more than my other sheaths because it has elstic sides which conforms to the tool slimming the size of the case so it is smaller than my other molle sheathes, yet I can actually fit two fullsize Leatherman tools in it (I would never carry two) so it is just more versatile. I have an original Leatherman Leather case, a Leatherman large nylon case, a large Leatherman Molle case and a TYR Tactical larve Molle case. Color: With the black oxide finish, I worry about losing the tool at night and the oil and black oxide finish gets all over everything for a little while so I washed it down really good. Personal Use: I used to think knife and multi tool carriers were nerds and never carried or used mine for the first 7 years I owned my Original Super Tool but once I started carrying it I was hooked and think they are the best thing ever! I don't care how I look and can't get along without it. Saw: The second and last part I had wear out (before sending in for warranty) was the amazing saw which may have been my favorite tool. I used it on everything and it cut like a knife through butter so to speak and I even received multiple cuts from it. I tried to cut a fiberglass pipe about 3/4in diameter about 1/8in thick wall and it ruined the saw. It will still cut hard objects with quite a bit of effort but doesn't cut softer material very well. Why I bought a second Leatherman: I bought this new Surge because of the updates and options and to have one for the possible week turn around to warranty my original. Yes, I love them so much I could not wait a week for repair/replacement. Warranty: I sent in my original Leatherman Super Tool from 2000 because the saw and wire cutters were worn out and a few other tools on it were worn a bit. I received a brand new Super Tool in 1 week which I like better than my original. Changes: I would like to see more leverage and a larger capacity for the pliers. I am including a bunch of pictures of my old Super Tool and Surge for comparison.

Worth the price great design very shard knife The created knife is great and so is the Warrenty also very good easy to open and close

Great multi-tool, just wish it came with the sheath for the price point. Nonetheless, works as it should.

well built. will last generations. has all the gadets you'll ever need to survive in the wilderness or your garage

(Note: This is the latest model Surge (2013) with the replacable wire cutters and improved saw/file connection despite that the picture shows the older model surge). Anyone who complains about stiffness and oil all over the tool don't realize this model multitool is a serious tool that must be protected during shipment and warehouse storage. To properly use this tool it needs to be broke in to loosen up and tolerances are very close, so the Surge is going to be stiff when new but will become easier with use. You will appreciate the close tolerances. If this bothers you along with the black oxide coating, look elsewhere for a different tool. This tool was made for serious mechanics and it fits the bill to a tee. I will not go into a review of the tool as their are many reviews here on Amazon and YouTube that go into painstakingly coverage of this. What I will say is the if you are looking for a fully functional tool for the seasoned master mechanic who demands the very best, this your tool. You will not be disappointed. Impeccable quality and construction are not apparent until you actually hold the tool in your hands. It screams quality and has a robust feel like no other tool you have ever used. It is heavy but worth the weight. But this only for the craftsman who uses their tool for hard work and difficult tasks, otherwise go for the wave, rebar or the super tool 300. Trust me, this the best you can get for serious work.

First of all this tool is genuinely built for real use! It seems super tough and has some very good tools, I look forward to using it. The machining on it is flawless. The tool came spotlessly clean and well finished. Every detail looks perfect. I would say I would give this as a Gift to my dad or a friend who likes heavy duty multi tools. Each feature is easy to access and use. The things I like best, 1 heavy duty construction everything is buff and durable looking. It has a good heavy weight that inspires confidence. 2 the selection of tools is great for what I do for work, HVAC. It almost seems like it was made for my job! 3 I have a SOG multitool a couple leatherman tools and had a couple of gerbers, SOG and gerber are good companies and have some great innovations and ideas but I don’t like the feel of gerber or the way they do their pliers, I don’t like that SOG doesn’t use better materials for the blades and tools. Leatherman has great materials and the best surface finishing and they do a lot of research and development on each function. I have always loved their aesthetic. (I wish they would make a copy cat of the PST with replaceable cutters honestly.) Now there are a few things I’m not super happy about (the closest thing to the perfect multitool was probably the original super tool.) 1 the spring tension on the locks that hold the tools out is too light and they rattle when the pliers are folded up , they also have some movement to allow for disengaging the lock but the tab got stuck open and I had to hit it to move it back into place! 😬 the rattle is only a little annoying and if I don’t do anything dumb I think the locks won’t bind again. 2 the pliers open surprisingly easily and I worry that as it breaks in it will open way to easy. I don’t want my leatherman to flop open with no resistance as soon as I take it out of the pouch that’s just annoying so I hope the tension stays as it is. Lastly and this is for the seller. Why does the thumbnail when I bought the tool show a pouch and the tool together but when I got it there was no pouch?? I mean I went back and looked at the listing and there is one place where it says no pouch but then in several pictures it shows it with a pouch including the little picture next to the your item has shipped message, it seems like something that should be corrected! I’m glad I had an old Molly compatible pouch it fits in or I would have this beast in my pocket getting lint in it and trying to push it’s hard core self through the pocket seam. 😂

If you're looking for a versatile and sturdy multitool, the Leatherman Surge is an excellent choice. With its impressive selection of 21 tools, including pliers, wire cutters, scissors, knives, saws, and screwdrivers, you'll have everything you need to tackle almost any task that comes your way. One of the standout features of the Surge is its build quality. Made with high-quality materials and a rugged design, this multitool is built to last. The stainless steel construction ensures durability and resistance to wear and tear. In addition to its durability, the Surge is also designed with user comfort in mind. The contoured handles provide a comfortable grip, even during extended use, while the spring-action pliers make one-handed operation a breeze. Another great feature of the Leatherman Surge is its portability. With a closed length of just 4.5 inches and a weight of 12.5 ounces, it's easy to carry with you wherever you go. Whether you're heading out for a camping trip or just need a handy tool to keep in your car or on your belt, the Surge is an excellent choice. Overall, the Leatherman Surge is a fantastic multitool that offers a wide range of features and capabilities in a sturdy, durable package. So if you're in the market for a versatile and reliable tool, be sure to give the Surge a closer look!