I have a Wingman, and I am liking it. I got it for about $25 (USD). Its nice to have a tool I can beat to death and never worry about it. The scissors work fine for me....It was definitely worth the money I paid for it.
Had one broke one within a week of buying it so to sum it up ? p.o.s. can't polish a turd! And when I broke it my gerber dime finished the job! Sorry I had to vent over this crap
Well.. I hate to interject here but.. ya know.. being the Interwebs and all.. I must.I have a Kick, Fuse, S2, etc.. Vs. the Wingman, here's what I've found. I do love me those spring loaded pliers. Those I love. Quick action getting to your most used tools? You bet. The wingman clumps when you pull "one" tool out but I don't really care about that mostly. Scissors and Knife blade, heck yeah.. We can get those within seconds. I have yet to have a issue with the scissors so I don't understand the argument. You go to use the tool though outside of the scissors and the pliers, that's where things get interesting. First off, the Phillips head sucks for recessed screws. 2d and it dings up the star pattern on the turn off, not to mention the whole tool twists while putting some grunt to it. Secondly, the phillips is too wide for recessed screws that I've come up against.The whole smash and grab job of the plier design.. Whatever, it's done what I've needed it too. If I get a Fuse with a nite-ize pocket clip and I have locking tools, more reach, a 3d phillips and a better plier design for about 10 bucks more cash.. Not to mention it's over 1 oz less in carry weight. My suggestion, get the fuse while you still can, couple that with a spyderco ladybug and you're set.
In my experience, when non-MT.org people think Leatherman, they think Wave - its their most popular for a reason. Then, when they finally go shopping for a Wave, they get sticker shock and jump down to a cheaper option. I think these tools are really for those people looking for something Wave style, but at a less intimidating price point. I really have no problem with Leatherman competing in this market. Oh, and in response to the original OP. The Leatherman name is not just stamped into the plier head, its actual a expensive process. I remember reading on here that by deleting that from the Pliers it saves around $10 from the retail cost!
Quote from: gafftapegreenia on May 30, 2013, 08:52:11 PMIn my experience, when non-MT.org people think Leatherman, they think Wave - its their most popular for a reason. Then, when they finally go shopping for a Wave, they get sticker shock and jump down to a cheaper option. I think these tools are really for those people looking for something Wave style, but at a less intimidating price point. I really have no problem with Leatherman competing in this market. Oh, and in response to the original OP. The Leatherman name is not just stamped into the plier head, its actual a expensive process. I remember reading on here that by deleting that from the Pliers it saves around $10 from the retail cost!You got a link to that discussion? A $10 savings for the end user seems a bit high for omitting a stamp in a die.
I just got a Wingman. I paid $20.00 on ebay and am very pleased.I am probably the person the tool was intended for: one who wants to have a handy and versatile tool handy for quick and simple tasks. But, I'm not a tradesman or a big do it yourselfer, so the shortcomings aren't critical to me. The price and basic capability are perfect for me, and I am the person who couldn't see paying more than about $30.00 for such and item.Just my 2 cents.
Still rather have a Suspension!Yes,yes I know...burn the heretic
I was at work last week and in the front pocket of an Officer that used to be on my watch I saw a MT with a pocket clip. I asked him if it was a Leatherman Wingman, and he said yes. He is a non-knife/MT guy, and I was somewhat surprised he was carrying one. He let me play around with it- the first time I've handled one. I really liked the spring loaded pliers! This feature should be used on all tools. The spring pressure was just right, too- Not overpowering. The overall finish of the tool lacked compared to Leatherman's higher end tools, but was still very good for the price point. The one hand opening main blade is a nice touch at $30, and lockup was good. I wish it was plain edge, but you can't win 'em all. All in all a decent tool. I doubt I'll pick one up as a tool that size doesn't fit into my EDC system and it doesn't do anything that my Gerber MP600's don't for bag/vehicle carry. I would recommend it to non-knife types though as I'm sure it would serve their needs just fine and not break the bank. It might even get them addicted as we all are.
This is a very interesting review. Just goes to show that tastes differ from person to person