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Reply #1470 on: January 09, 2019, 09:35:04 PM
My first Wave.
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Re: Wave Owners Club
Reply #1471 on: January 09, 2019, 10:26:22 PM
Wanted >>  The black limited edition 20th anniversary wave that comes in the wood/glass frame.   I have not been able to find one ever.

I would also settle for a non-used 20th anniversary with sheath and original packaging.   Not willing to pay $500 for the one on ebay in the clamshell (not yet anyway).

I also am collecting the REI green wave that was only  available at REI for a couple years.   I already have one that is scratched up, but now am looking for minty (hopefully with packaging).

Thanks everyone  !!!!



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Re: Wave Owners Club
Reply #1472 on: January 09, 2019, 11:10:35 PM
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Re: Wave Owners Club
Reply #1473 on: January 09, 2019, 11:11:32 PM
My first Wave.

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Re: Wave Owners Club
Reply #1474 on: January 10, 2019, 05:48:37 AM
Nice Waves, all  :like:


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Re: Wave Owners Club
Reply #1475 on: January 10, 2019, 05:54:27 AM
Welcome to :MTO:  svashtar :tu: I would opt to get a Charge  + if you want the upgraded blades :tu: unless you go aftermarket the serrated blade doesn't have a better steel in any option though :dunno: it has a gut hook with the Charge + or Charge TTi + or regular TTi  :cheers: only 154CM with any of the AL models and S30v for any of the newer titanium models :salute:

Or just do like most of us and start trying to buy all of them ::)

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Thanks guys, appreciate the welcome!  That was it, the Charge, not the Surge.  I guess my big question is, since the Wave + and the Charge + are almost identical, if you think it’s worth it to get both?  I mean, if I managed to snag an S30V blade for my Wave+, then I’d basically have a Charge, correct?

(Although I do read that some folks think the Charge has more comfortable handles than the Wave.  (?))

Bottom line, I guess I COULD justify one for each car, one for my go bag, one as an EDC...  .  Lots of neat models, and so far I’ve just been looking at Leatherman.




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Personally, I find that the wave is more comfortable in hand when in pliers mode. While using the external tools, probably a charge feels nice with lesser edges/hotpots though a wave is not really that bad either( nick picking if u ask me.) but of course the standard MTO way is to get both.  :facepalm: And Welcome!!


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Re: Wave Owners Club
Reply #1476 on: January 10, 2019, 07:30:19 AM
My first Wave.

That is really sweet.  I was going to get the pocket clip for mine, but read several reviews on Amazon if people complaining they had snapped.  I also wasn’t sure the Wave would fit in the sheath with the clip.

Anyway, beautiful finish on that one.


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Re: Wave Owners Club
Reply #1477 on: January 10, 2019, 07:52:50 AM
Welcome to :MTO:  svashtar :tu: I would opt to get a Charge  + if you want the upgraded blades :tu: unless you go aftermarket the serrated blade doesn't have a better steel in any option though :dunno: it has a gut hook with the Charge + or Charge TTi + or regular TTi  :cheers: only 154CM with any of the AL models and S30v for any of the newer titanium models :salute:

Or just do like most of us and start trying to buy all of them ::)

 :rofl:

Thanks guys, appreciate the welcome!  That was it, the Charge, not the Surge.  I guess my big question is, since the Wave + and the Charge + are almost identical, if you think it’s worth it to get both?  I mean, if I managed to snag an S30V blade for my Wave+, then I’d basically have a Charge, correct?

(Although I do read that some folks think the Charge has more comfortable handles than the Wave.  (?))

Bottom line, I guess I COULD justify one for each car, one for my go bag, one as an EDC...  .  Lots of neat models, and so far I’ve just been looking at Leatherman.




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Personally, I find that the wave is more comfortable in hand when in pliers mode. While using the external tools, probably a charge feels nice with lesser edges/hotpots though a wave is not really that bad either( nick picking if u ask me.) but of course the standard MTO way is to get both.  :facepalm: And Welcome!!

Thanks Sam!  I think I’ll probably do just that, but would like to see if I can also upgrade the 420 blade on the Wave.  I’m happy with it, but want it to be the best it can be, and a 154CM blade would be perfect.

FYI, I really liked the limited edition Wave+ I saw on Amazon that was two-tone, but heard some say the black can have long term finish issues and start looking scratched up so kept it simple.

But I’d like to get the Charge TTi + down the road, that’s a nice looking tool.


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Re: Wave Owners Club
Reply #1478 on: January 10, 2019, 09:06:58 AM
Welcome to :MTO:  svashtar :tu: I would opt to get a Charge  + if you want the upgraded blades :tu: unless you go aftermarket the serrated blade doesn't have a better steel in any option though :dunno: it has a gut hook with the Charge + or Charge TTi + or regular TTi  :cheers: only 154CM with any of the AL models and S30v for any of the newer titanium models :salute:

Or just do like most of us and start trying to buy all of them ::)

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Thanks guys, appreciate the welcome!  That was it, the Charge, not the Surge.  I guess my big question is, since the Wave + and the Charge + are almost identical, if you think it’s worth it to get both?  I mean, if I managed to snag an S30V blade for my Wave+, then I’d basically have a Charge, correct?

(Although I do read that some folks think the Charge has more comfortable handles than the Wave.  (?))

Bottom line, I guess I COULD justify one for each car, one for my go bag, one as an EDC...  .  Lots of neat models, and so far I’ve just been looking at Leatherman.




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Get a Charge TTi+ and spare Wave+ handles then switch everything ! Wave handles are much more confortable to use, in my humble opinion.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/303021522639

Then you should be able to sell the Charge handles ;-) This way you'll have a nice, upgraded Wave+ S30V gut-hook for far less than buying the upgrades blades separatly.
« Last Edit: January 10, 2019, 09:08:37 AM by lovecraft25 »


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Re: Wave Owners Club
Reply #1479 on: January 10, 2019, 12:26:10 PM
I dont have any of the titanium models but I find that the AL models to be about the same as the Wave handles in terms of comfort :think:

Also in regards to the BO finish, there isn't a problem with the finish ;) the wear and scratches add character and don't affect the usage at all :cheers:

But get as many models as you can and you can decide for yourself :whistle:

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Re: Wave Owners Club
Reply #1480 on: January 10, 2019, 03:49:24 PM
I think I’ll probably do just that, but would like to see if I can also upgrade the 420 blade on the Wave.  I’m happy with it, but want it to be the best it can be, and a 154CM blade would be perfect.

FYI, I really liked the limited edition Wave+ I saw on Amazon that was two-tone, but heard some say the black can have long term finish issues and start looking scratched up so kept it simple.

But I’d like to get the Charge TTi + down the road, that’s a nice looking tool.


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welcome mate! :cheers:
We don't have a "deal of the day" thread here for blems, but I can assure you that Leatherman and Multitools can be as addictive as M43s and Ang Kholas, if not more!!  :D

Hope to see you around and looking forward to your possible mods  :tu: :popcorn:
The Wave is great as it is, like the PlayStation 2  :angel:, but it can be upgraded and improved no doubt

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MTs: Surge (2x), Skeletool CX, Rebar, Blast, Fuse, Micra, Squirt (3x), Wave, Crunch, Mini, Spirit (2x), Pro Scout, MP700 (2x), Diesel, Powerlock, PowerPlier (2x), PocketPowerPlier, Blacktip , ST6 (2x), 5WR, A100

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Re: Wave Owners Club
Reply #1481 on: January 10, 2019, 04:19:33 PM
Great carry Peacent  :like:


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Re: Wave Owners Club
Reply #1482 on: January 10, 2019, 11:25:01 PM
I had a chance to take some better snaps of my Wave Plus.  Doubt if these will be future candidates for the next 'calendar spread'.  :D  Glad I finally, bought one though!



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Re: Wave Owners Club
Reply #1483 on: January 10, 2019, 11:33:51 PM
Welcome to :MTO:  svashtar :tu: I would opt to get a Charge  + if you want the upgraded blades :tu: unless you go aftermarket the serrated blade doesn't have a better steel in any option though :dunno: it has a gut hook with the Charge + or Charge TTi + or regular TTi  :cheers: only 154CM with any of the AL models and S30v for any of the newer titanium models :salute:

Or just do like most of us and start trying to buy all of them ::)

 :rofl:


Thanks guys, appreciate the welcome!  That was it, the Charge, not the Surge.  I guess my big question is, since the Wave + and the Charge + are almost identical, if you think it’s worth it to get both?  I mean, if I managed to snag an S30V blade for my Wave+, then I’d basically have a Charge, correct?

(Although I do read that some folks think the Charge has more comfortable handles than the Wave.  (?))

Bottom line, I guess I COULD justify one for each car, one for my go bag, one as an EDC...  .  Lots of neat models, and so far I’ve just been looking at Leatherman.




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Get a Charge TTi+ and spare Wave+ handles then switch everything ! Wave handles are much more confortable to use, in my humble opinion.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/303021522639

Then you should be able to sell the Charge handles ;-) This way you'll have a nice, upgraded Wave+ S30V gut-hook for far less than buying the upgrades blades separatly.

Thanks for the suggestion, but I don’t see it for me, as I already have a Wave+.  Easier just to buy an S30V blade and guthook blade.  Certainly that must be way cheaper than buying a new Charge TTi + and Wave handles.

Even if I didn’t already have a Wave+ I have to believe that buying a new Wave+ and upgraded blades would be way less than buying a new Charge TTi + for twice as much, then buying Wave handles.  (?).  I must be missing something.  The aftermarket Wave blades can’t be as much as the $100+ differential you’re suggesting, are they? 

But I appreciate the food for thought!

Right now my plan is to upgrade at least the primary Wave+ blade, then check out a Charge.
« Last Edit: January 10, 2019, 11:40:07 PM by svashtar »
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Re: Wave Owners Club
Reply #1484 on: January 10, 2019, 11:36:21 PM
I dont have any of the titanium models but I find that the AL models to be about the same as the Wave handles in terms of comfort :think:

Also in regards to the BO finish, there isn't a problem with the finish ;) the wear and scratches add character and don't affect the usage at all :cheers:

But get as many models as you can and you can decide for yourself :whistle:

 :D

Thanks, good to know.  I should have taken a chance on that two-tone, it looked great.  I have BO on the Mut and it looks fine.  Guess I was looking at my 1992 PST which still looks brand new!


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Re: Wave Owners Club
Reply #1485 on: January 10, 2019, 11:38:43 PM
I think I’ll probably do just that, but would like to see if I can also upgrade the 420 blade on the Wave.  I’m happy with it, but want it to be the best it can be, and a 154CM blade would be perfect.

FYI, I really liked the limited edition Wave+ I saw on Amazon that was two-tone, but heard some say the black can have long term finish issues and start looking scratched up so kept it simple.

But I’d like to get the Charge TTi + down the road, that’s a nice looking tool.


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welcome mate! :cheers:
We don't have a "deal of the day" thread here for blems, but I can assure you that Leatherman and Multitools can be as addictive as M43s and Ang Kholas, if not more!!  :D

Hope to see you around and looking forward to your possible mods  :tu: :popcorn:
The Wave is great as it is, like the PlayStation 2  :angel:, but it can be upgraded and improved no doubt

(Image removed from quote.)

Nice stuff there, thanks for the welcome!


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Re: Wave Owners Club
Reply #1486 on: January 16, 2019, 01:13:01 PM
a week later here we are,
with the same tool so far

My toys:

MTs: Surge (2x), Skeletool CX, Rebar, Blast, Fuse, Micra, Squirt (3x), Wave, Crunch, Mini, Spirit (2x), Pro Scout, MP700 (2x), Diesel, Powerlock, PowerPlier (2x), PocketPowerPlier, Blacktip , ST6 (2x), 5WR, A100

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Re: Wave Owners Club
Reply #1487 on: January 16, 2019, 01:25:59 PM
Good one TP  :like: :tu:
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Re: Wave Owners Club
Reply #1488 on: January 16, 2019, 06:30:15 PM
Nice one Peacent :like:


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Re: Wave Owners Club
Reply #1489 on: January 28, 2019, 07:59:13 AM
Hey y'all. First post. I've owned many multitools; mostly Leathermans, but a couple of Gerbers, and most provided by Uncle Sugar. My favorite by far was a LM Wave a friend found and gave to me. Someone apparently needed it more than me, so I'm saving my nickles for a replacement, as it's kind of a luxury item for me right now. In the meantime, I'm just hanging out checking out potential mods.

Rob
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Reply #1490 on: January 28, 2019, 08:42:34 AM
Hey y'all. First post. I've owned many multitools, mostly Leathermans, but a couple of Gerbers, and most provided by Uncle Sugar. My favorite by far was a LM Wave a friend found and gave to me. Someone apparently needed it more than me, so I'm saving my nickles for a replacement, as it's kind of a luxury item for me right now. In the meantime, I'm just hanging out checking out potential mods.

Rob
Welcome to MT.o, Rob! :tu:

I've seen a few non-plus Waves on ebay for cheap that were in usable condition. Around $40 or so. :multi:
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Re: Wave Owners Club
Reply #1491 on: January 28, 2019, 08:48:07 AM
Thanks! The plus versions don't really interest me, anyway. It seems like just something else to lose or break. I'm not especially hard on my multitools, as they're just something I use in a pinch of I don't have the proper tool handy.


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Reply #1492 on: January 28, 2019, 08:57:25 AM
 :cheers:
I get that. I do like those replaceable cutters on the big LMs and Rebar, but the non-replaceable Wave/Charge cutters are really good. I've carried the Charge a lot recently and haven't missed the replaceable cutters. Just have to think about the items being cut. :)
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Re: Wave Owners Club
Reply #1493 on: January 28, 2019, 11:32:40 AM
Welcome to :MTO: Rob...


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Reply #1494 on: January 28, 2019, 12:27:10 PM
Welcome to :MTO: Rob :cheers: and I hope you can track a Wave down at a good price :tu:


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Reply #1495 on: January 28, 2019, 01:20:26 PM
Welcome to the club Rob :cheers: :like:
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Re: Wave Owners Club
Reply #1496 on: February 06, 2019, 05:00:25 PM
Carrying the Wave+ for Wave Wednesday  :tu:
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Reply #1497 on: February 07, 2019, 05:56:10 AM
Great photo, W! :like:
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Reply #1498 on: February 07, 2019, 12:34:53 PM
Thanks GLBM  :cheers: :tu:
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