New multi-tool, suggestions needed

[kayak-man]

Back in November, I started carrying my Leatherman (Original model) as part of my EDC. Since I've had the Leatherman for longer than I can remember, I've been thinking about an upgrade. Right now, I'm tryin to decide between the Leatherman Wave and one of the Leatherman Charge tools. Since my other EDC knife is a CRKT-M24, which is not exactly the most politically correct knife in the world, having a knife blade available on the outside of the Leatherman that I can open with one hand is a priority.

Is there any difference in terms of strength and quality between the Wave and any of the Charge models? Specifically, I'm liking the Charge Tti.

Also, with the different bits, how do you guys carry and store those? is there room in the belt holster?

Sorry if this isn't my most coherent post ever, but its almost 3am in my neck of the woods.

Any and all input would be apreciated.

Thanks,

Chris "the Kayak-Man" Johnson

 

[Isaac's Grandpa]

On my titanium Charge the extra bits store in a strip that fits behind an elastic strip inside the sheath. The Wave has the same place to store the bits but didn't come with them.

If you decide on the Wave, pm me. I have several.

 

[kayak-man]

Thanks for the input. I'm leaning towards the wave right now, but I'm having a hard time weighing the aditional tools offered by the Charge and Surge against the lower cost and weight of the wave. I'm planning on buying the 42 piece bit kit when I get one, so it doesn't really matter to me which ones come with the tool.

If you don't mind me asking, do you find yourself using the charge more than the wave, and is there one you tend to carry more often?

Thanks,
Chris "the Kayak-Man" Johnson

 

[Jotobo]

I have a Juice S2 and its seems to work pretty good

 

[A_Matthew]

Have you checked out SOG? I have a Power Assist, and it is extremely sturdy, has two assisted opening blades on the outside of the knife, and the pliers are incredibly powerful, (due to the Compound Leverage). One of my friends has a Wave, (I believe it was the older model, though) and every time he looks at mine, (the Power Assist) he comments on how superior the designing in mine is to his.

 

[kayak-man]

I've looked at the SOGs a bit, but they seem a bit pricey. Right now, I'm leaning towards the Wave because its lighter and cheaper, which means I can upgrade my flashlight too (I'd like something smaller than an LED MiniMaglight.)

I'll definately revisit the SOGs though and see what all they have to offer.

 

[Isaac's Grandpa]

I carry the Wave the most since I have 4 of them and I can't find the Charge. Something about too much stuff.

 

[Remo223]

Multi tool?

To me that's a fixed blade knife. Pry bar, screwdriver, scratch awl, wire stripper, hammer, mini hatchet, scraper, putty knife, box cutter, finger nail clipper, magnet pickup(i magnetized it), self defense weapon, slag chipper, pencil sharpener...

 

[shiftyer1]

I have an older wave and I like it because of the rounded edges but the pliers seems to have a little flex when ur really on something. I've been carrying a sog for several years with no complaints. I don't know what model it is, it resembles the original leatherman and so does the sheath.

I've always been leary of the models with interchangeable bits because i'm postive I would never have the bit I need I think i'd lose alot of bits. Although if you did strip one out it can be replaced. If I strip my screwdirver i'm screwed. One thing I wish my sog had was locking blades, bits and everything else.

 

[nevermas]

The compound leverage action of the SOG is impressive, but the cogs prevent the jaws from opening wider than the Wave/Charge.

The differences between the Wave/Charge is minute to the average user, the difference in steel for the knife blade and a few distinct tools here and there. Out of your choices, go with the Wave.

I personally prefer the ST300, because I carry a dedicated knife and the screwdriver parts are covered by warranty

 

[dairycreek]

I carry my Leatherman Surge with all the extra "bells and whistles" in this double sheath by Maxpedition. Not too cumbersome but it turns my surge and its many options into a real work center. Works for me.