Based on 17 r/BuyItForLife mentions

Wave Plus Multi Tool

$129.95

Leatherman

An international best-seller Leatherman 's Wave + has all the essential tools of the original with the addition of replaceable durable wire cutters. All 18 tools can be opened and locked quickly conveniently to tackle any task. Many of these tools are outside-accessible so you can use them when the multi-tool is folded and closed.

Reddit mentions

  • “Victorinox Climber almost daily usage since 2016. Leatherman Wave+ also ok.”
  • “I’ve had my leatherman Wave for almost a quarter century of hard use.”
  • “I received a Leatherman Wave multi-tool as a birthday present my senior year of high school. That was about 24 years ago. I still use it many times each week, and carry it with me…”
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Product details
Component Highlights
Pliers, Saw, Wire cutters
Number Of Components
18
Function Highlights
Screwdriving, Cutting, Opening bottles, Sawing
Number Of Functions
18
Performance Durability
Durable (wire cutters)
Cutting Power
Sharp (scissors), Aggressive tooth pattern (saw)
Ease Of Use
Tools are accessible while the tool is in a folded or closed position
Tool Access
Outside-accessible Features
Length
4 in (closed)
Weight
240.97 g
Width
1.2 in
Height
0.7 in
Body Material
Stainless Steel
Overall Material
Stainless Steel
Locking Tools
Yes
Blade Length
2.9 in
Blade Locking Mechanism
Liner lock
Blade Count
2
Blade Material
420HC Stainless Steel
Edge Type
Serrated
Blade Type
Serrated blade
Blade Highlights
One-handed opening
Color
Black, Stainless Steel
Lock Type
Liner lock, Back lock
One-Handed Opening
Yes
Finish
Black Oxide (frame), Black Oxide (blade), Black Oxide (Fastener), Black Oxide (implement)
Folding Type
Butterfly
Pocket Clip
No
Color Effect
Black Oxide finish
Design Highlights
Lanyard Ring
Style
Classic
Corrosion Resistance
Rust-resistant
Durability Highlights
Tolerates sand and water
Handle Material
Stainless Steel
Handle Grip
Textured patches to enhance grip, Rubber-like grip inserts
Handle Length
4 inches
Handle Type
4 inch handles
Handle Highlights
Lanyard ring
Included Accessories
Eyeglass Screwdriver, Phillips #1-2 & 3/16" Screwdriver, Sheath
Supported Accessories
Bit kit, Pocket clip
Occasion
Christmas
Top Use Cases
Everyday carry
Typical Users
DIYers
Packaging Type
Nylon MOLLE sheath with a snap webbing strap and velcro closure, Ballistic nylon sheath with a metal snap rivet closure