Leatherman 830040 New Wave Multi-Tool with Nylon Sheath
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Leatherman 830040 New Wave Multi-Tool with Nylon Sheath
Customer Review: Great tool, some minor quibbles
Summary: 4 Stars
This is my second Leatherman Wave and I am quite pleased with it.
I am a multi-tool fan and have several dozen Leatherman, Gerber, Victorinox and Wenger tools (plus a good assortment of other less popular ones). There is a reason that the Leatherman Wave is one of the most popular tools. The workmanship (i.e., fit/finish/machining) of the Wave is excellent. Materials are of great quality. Tool choice and design shows that Leatherman has been doing this a long time, though there is room for improvement.
Though it's in a different price range, the tool it seems most comparable to is the Gerber Suspension multi-pliers. The sizes are nearly identical though the Leatherman Wave packs more tools into the same space. The Wave tools are also larger. For example, the blade is almost an inch longer on the Wave.
Like almost all the Leatherman tools that I own, the machining and fit is excellent. Initially there is considerable resistance when opening the Wave, but after a few weeks of use (or a good hour of dedicated time opening and closing each time) the metal seems to wear just enough that opening becomes easy without becoming loose.
The materials on the Wave are excellent. Though I haven't used it with a great amount of force, the pliers are sturdy and the blade, saw, screwdriver and scissors did not deform or break when doing some basic household maintenance. Lesser tools have failed me in similar work. My original Wave had some cosmetic rusting which I removed with a rotary tool and a polishing compound. The steel on this Wave looks slightly different so we'll see in a few months how it holds up to the Florida humidity.
My biggest issue with the Wave is the pliers, most importantly, the lack of a sprint assist makes it difficult for the tasks I need. For example, quite often I find myself pulling large staples and smaller nails from the fencing and woodwork around the outside of my house. These are there for various reasons, including Christmas decorations, telephone and television cabling, etc.. Of all the tools, I use the pliers most for this. The sprint assist on the Gerber Suspension makes this task very easy, not to mention similar work with smaller items. The Wave, though probably sturdier than the Suspension, is difficult to use in these situations. Alas, though the other tools are extremely good quality, I don't use them nearly as much as the pliers. For this reason the Suspension is what I carry around the house.
Finally, pricing for the Wave is not bad. Shop around as there is as much as a $50 difference when I bought mine.
Customer Review: supergift
Summary: 5 Stars
I gave it for my husband *TEN* years ago, for his birthday. I think it is probably the best gift I ever gave him, at least it is the most used. It is still in good condition and was helpful in more than one ocasion. Customer Review: Great Purchase.
Summary: 5 Stars
My husband has not put this down since I bought it. Has so many features and Amazon has the best price. Took three days before Christmas to get here!Customer Review: Great tool that never leaves my side.
Summary: 4 Stars
I've carried this on my belt for five years now, and it's been fantastic. I skipped the nylon sheath and went for the leather one, which looks a little worse for the wear (It's been repaired by a cobbler, I broke the belt loop off), but has really held up well. The minor gripes I have with it are the micro screwdriver is a bit weak (broke off while I was using it to set DIP switches), but that's not really what it's designed for. As long as there's not too much sideways pressure you're probably fine. Also, the pliers are getting a bit chewed up from stubborn bolts, but that's to be expected. Also, when using the pliers, make sure all the knife blades are seated properly, if one is lifted out slightly you'll know all about it, and have a nice blood blister to show for it. But other than those pretty minor things, this tool has given me years of service, and it's still useful to me every day. If I lost it, I'd go get another same day, no question.Customer Review: Best Tool Ever
Summary: 5 Stars
The Leatherman Wave is the best tool I have ever purchased. Its many uses and has earned a place on my belt all the time. I cannot go anywhere without it as it is so useful. Broken sprinkler no problem it cuts right through the PVC pipe. Need to fix a vacuum cleaner belt the Leatherman Wave is the only tool you will need. Take apart the vacuum with the screw driver and cut all the strings that get wound around the brush. Need to take apart a computer? It has got you covered on a laptop or a desktop. I find new ways to use the Wave each day and I am impressed with the quality of the tool.
Do not believe people that say it can be opened with one hand. The blade is razor sharp and I can see someone hurting themselves pretty bad trying a move like that.