Wave Plus Multi Tool
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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.
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17 mentions from real owners
- #1Dec 2, 2025
Best Quality of life gift ideas under $150
Leatherman Wave+ I can't recommend it enough.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #2Dec 2, 2025
Gift Ideas for My Boyfriend Who Has Everything?
I always recommend a good Leatherman Wave+.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #3Oct 4, 2025
The newest BIFL. The ARC is an absolute beauty
I had an original Leatherman that was gifted to me that I loved and got so much use out of (including blood blisters) over the years. I forgot I had it in my life jacket when I flipped my kayak on a saltwater fishing trip. After several days and getting home to unpack all the gear it had rusted to shit and I set it aside. Came across it again after a couple years and despite being well past the 25 year warranty (not that this should have been covered due to extreme neglect) I sent it in anyway not really expecting much. I even felt guilty doing so. To my surprise, a short while later, I received a replacement (different model as it was no longer made) including sheath. Ended up gifting that and bought a Wave and Surge right away as a result. Personally I feel the Victorinox are far more refined and polished but Leatherman earned a customer for life.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #4Oct 2, 2025
Looking for a BIFL multi-tool
The Leatherman Wave and Charge are the absolute gods of multitools, imo. Have carried one (not always the same one) for about 20 years as a farm laborer, then a construction worker, than a heavy equipment mechanic. Gerber is probably a solid tool too, but to me the design is clunky and unwieldy and not even a true competitor to Leatherman
View on Redditopen_in_new - #5Oct 2, 2025
Looking for a BIFL multi-tool
Leatherman Wave+ or Victorinox SwissTool are both solid BIFL picks, super durable, great for camping and home projects, and backed by lifetime warranties.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #6Oct 1, 2025
Looking for a BIFL multi-tool
I’ve had my leatherman Wave for almost a quarter century of hard use.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #7Sep 4, 2025
Brands That Used to Be BIFL — But Aren't Anymore?
Some people argue that Leatherman is going in the direction of “fashion over function” too. Instead of releasing new tools, focusing on their QC, or listening to customers who actually use their tools… they release “3 new stylish fall colors!” With that being said… my Wave is in my pocket all day, everyday. It has gotten me out of so many binds and has paid for itself many times over. My wallet is also ready for them to release the Wave Alpha too hahaha
View on Redditopen_in_new - #8Aug 12, 2025
What's the oldest thing you still use daily that works like new?
I love my Leatherman Wave! I use it everyday at work and I love it.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #9Aug 6, 2025
Recommended multitool
Weatherman wave, or a mult blade SAK. The Wave has world class pliers, and fantastic blades, but the scissors are shit and it doesn’t have tweezers ( you can add a pair of SAL tweezers. The SAL has clinical quality steel and fabulous scissors, and tweezers. Personally I go for the Wave above the SAK. I got the bigger pouch and got the extended set of sockets. Add some duct tape and 10 zip ties and you can put me anywhere on the planet and I’d give it a go. In my work back I carry the Swiss card, but I’ve had at least 3 taken off me by border security on my travels.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #10Jul 4, 2025
Ever Bought Something That Quietly Changed You?
A Leatherman multitool (Wave +). I feel more confident in fixing things around the house and feel more prepared.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #11Jun 7, 2025
What's a high quality BIFL that you carry with you every day and can't leave home without it.
G-shock watch, leatherman surge/wave, saddleback leather wallet for over a decade and some size Yeti usually a 36/46oz bottle or a cup in whatever. Hope this helps
View on Redditopen_in_new - #12Jun 4, 2025
BIFL items to gift to someone when they’re young?
A nice multitool like a leatherman wave they will have it forever and always use it
View on Redditopen_in_new - #13Apr 5, 2025
What is a BIFL item/product you recommend?
I have the briggs and Riley Baseline carryon, medium roller (getting the Large/XL means you will be over the 50lb domestic (US) weight limit), and a cabin 2-wheel underseat roller. Great bags, although the wife wanted Away (seem nice so far, but not my preference). Tom Bihn backpacks. Took a week long trip to the tropics and the bag is a little unorthodox but it can hold a lot of stuff. And you have a variety of fabrics to select. Bose over hear headphones - great for travel and mine have lasted for awhile. For life is somewhat limited but its an electronic item that has a little tech, its a tradeoff. Sonicare toothbrush - It is like 10 years old on the original battery. Teeth are life. Agree with the Leatherman Wave+, good tool doesn't really excel at any one thing, but useful to have. Cookware: DeBuyer carbon steel country fry pan. I prefer this over cast iron. Demeyere Atlantis Fry pan - great steel fry pan. Allclad copper core (functionally similar to the d3 but I like the appearance of the copper line that shows through and I don't worry about cleaning it). I have watches. Mechanical ones are nice but as the old joke goes if you have to pick a watch to wear for the rest of your life what would you choose and no you can't choose your g-shock. NiMH batteries - where possible get rid of alkaline even if they are cheaper. They will leak and ruin your day and maybe even the device they are in. I choose Eneloops, the normal not the pro variant. Skip the LION batteries for now as they are 3.7v and require a voltage regulator to go to 1.5v, but if you need the 1.5v instead of 1.2v for the device meaning the NiMH won't work then the normal 1.6v lithium batteries would work. High quality LED lights - CRI should be 90+. They are a long term consumable but higher quality light is better. Knipex and Klein for tools. Knipex makes my favorite generalist pliers/wrenches. Klien makes great hand tools, I prefer the MiUSA options and use their linesmans for random things. Klien also makes a bottle opener, Wera does too and they are somewhat comfortable to hold. Clothes that don't have spandex. Spandex and elastic fail. I have had Patagonia fleece for 30 years and it still works. Randolph sunglasses - I just like them. Ray Ban 4140, they have spring hinges which means I can wear my spouse's and they have had theirs for 15 years although I had to buy new aftermarket lenses. Also discovered a french brand Cartel that also uses spring hinges, but don't know enough about this brand. Miele Washer and Dryer - gets rid of the vent ducting behind and they are solid if a little quirky. They canister vacuum is great. Converted the in-laws to this brand and they just went from the upright to the canister.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #14Apr 2, 2025
Very specific question for UK ppl on BIFL
One of the small battery jump starters. They are about the size of a paperback book. I use mine to start my bike, car and lawnmower. Small enough to fit in a pannier or glove box. EasyJet sized backpack. You can get these rectangular backpacks that are exactly easyJet overhead sized. Leatherman wave. Not sure if Argos sells them but they are easily the best tool I have. Add the extra sockets to it and it’s perfect.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #15Mar 8, 2025
Looking for a good BIFL pocket knife.
Pocket knife only? Buck 110/112 series. They are heavy. For something lighter, Spyderco pm2 but it’s more expensive. Benchmade 940 as well but they are expensive for a pocket knife. Kershaw leek is a nice alternative to it. Avoid gerber and buck (either than 110/112), SOG as well Multitool knife? Swiss Army knife by far, they will last a lifetime. Leatherman for heavy use, particularly the higher end ones like the surge or wave or charge
View on Redditopen_in_new - #16Feb 1, 2025
What’s one item you bought that has lasted for YEARS and was worth every penny?
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 daily.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #17Jan 1, 2025
What's the oldest item you still use daily that has withstood the test of time, and what's its story?
Victorinox Climber almost daily usage since 2016. Leatherman Wave+ also ok.
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