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twiliter · **Reply #31 on:** January 11, 2016, 04:42:31 PM

13b. Chisel/scraper edge for the serrated blade. Something I use a lot that the Surge now has.

twiliter · **Reply #32 on:** January 11, 2016, 04:58:31 PM

13c.

Fortytwo · **Reply #33 on:** January 11, 2016, 07:58:25 PM

Quote from: twiliter on January 11, 2016, 04:42:31 PM

13b. Chisel/scraper edge for the serrated blade. Something I use a lot that the Surge now has.

Really nice, you really upped the utility factor of that blade!

twiliter · **Reply #34 on:** January 11, 2016, 10:51:24 PM

Thanks 42, I didn't really think I needed 2 blades, but now it's the business!

Fortytwo · **Reply #35 on:** January 12, 2016, 09:30:54 AM

Quote from: twiliter on January 11, 2016, 10:51:24 PM

Thanks 42, I didn't really think I needed 2 blades, but now it's the business!

I've always been of the mind that a multi-tool is the place for a partly serrated edge because you're going to have some serious jack-of-all-trades deal going on anyway, your solution just might be the way to get around that.

twiliter · **Reply #36 on:** January 12, 2016, 01:05:55 PM

I think a plain edge is the most versatile, and a serrated edge is more aggressive, but 99% of serrated grinds are only on one side, so they tend to cut in an arc. Good for small cuts, but when using for anything where you want a precise cut they are pretty worthless. Even trimming a radiator hose to size, the agressiveness is good, but the end is never nice and even, and usually leaves a ragged edge in reinforced hose if the blade is not perfectly sharp. Peeling potatoes with a serrated edge also is inefficient, frustrating, and a little dangerous. I would put a back bevel on a serrated or combo edge if I needed it to optimize it's versatility, but I usually have a good plain edge around if I need one. I suppose that's why most full size LM's have both.

twiliter · **Reply #37 on:** January 12, 2016, 08:05:22 PM

14.

twiliter · **Reply #38 on:** January 13, 2016, 02:30:51 PM

15. An X-wing stretch before chores.

I would say the Surge is growing on me, but it seems to be shrinking?, maybe both.

twiliter · **Reply #39 on:** January 14, 2016, 04:48:58 PM

Day 16, benchtop pics.

twiliter · **Reply #40 on:** January 14, 2016, 05:55:42 PM

16b.

twiliter · **Reply #41 on:** January 15, 2016, 10:39:26 PM

17. My small LM collection. Surge 1015/1015, Marly PST 0594/0694, Pulse 0201/0201, Style PS

WoodsDuck · **Reply #42 on:** January 15, 2016, 11:39:39 PM

Quote from: twiliter on January 15, 2016, 10:39:26 PM

17. My small LM collection. Surge 1015/1015, Marly PST 0594/0694, Pulse 0201/0201, Style PS

Cool tools! Despite never owning one, I've always liked the way they did the name on the Pulse.

twiliter · **Reply #43 on:** January 16, 2016, 04:24:29 AM

Quote from: WoodsDuck on January 15, 2016, 11:39:39 PM

Quote from: twiliter on January 15, 2016, 10:39:26 PM
17. My small LM collection. Surge 1015/1015, Marly PST 0594/0694, Pulse 0201/0201, Style PS

Cool tools! Despite never owning one, I've always liked the way they did the name on the Pulse.

Thx WD, I like the Pulse a lot but have yet to carry it. It reminds me of the Spirit in a way, just a nice well made tool.

twiliter · **Reply #44 on:** January 16, 2016, 01:44:15 PM

18.

twiliter · **Reply #45 on:** January 17, 2016, 06:59:53 PM

19. A little disappointed with the opener tool on bottles, it works well on tin cans, but it's not easy to use on bottles. I tried opening it to deploy the opener, then closing the tool, but the handle is in the way of getting it hooked under the bottlecap. I then opened one handle all the way which made it easier, but it doesn't hook easily under the cap either way. In fact it's so fiddly to use I reached for something else for the next bottle. A lot of small operations for something that should be quick and easy. Even the Style PS carabiner opener is much better for bottles, and easier.

NKlamerus · **Reply #46 on:** January 17, 2016, 07:06:04 PM

I've noticed the same thing with the Wave. The handle is always in the way and the "hook" portion of the opener is WAY too small!

twiliter · **Reply #47 on:** January 17, 2016, 07:10:08 PM

Quote from: NKlamerus on January 17, 2016, 07:06:04 PM

I've noticed the same thing with the Wave. The handle is always in the way and the "hook" portion of the opener is WAY too small!

Exactly, maybe using a SAK all these years has spoiled me for bottle openers, but I don't think so, it's just not a great combo tool. $:-\$

twiliter · **Reply #48 on:** January 17, 2016, 07:12:02 PM

I might as well just open the gnarly pliers and chew the cap off!

twiliter · **Reply #49 on:** January 18, 2016, 04:36:35 PM

Day 20.

twiliter · **Reply #50 on:** January 19, 2016, 02:32:39 PM

Day 21.

twiliter · **Reply #51 on:** January 20, 2016, 05:33:23 PM

That's it. I can't come up with anything new to say about the Surge. I like the tool and may carry it again, and it will be finding a new home in my tool bag. I just have too may options to be carrying this exclusively. It will be a go-to multi for heavier duty work which is not often this time of year for me. It has it's strengths, but there are a few drawbacks as well, overall I would say it's an excellent tool and the best Leatherman I have had to date. 3 weeks is enough.

zoidberg · **Reply #52 on:** January 31, 2016, 11:54:15 AM

Congrats on the badge mate.

twiliter · **Reply #53 on:** February 01, 2016, 11:45:27 AM

Thanks Z, it was worth it. I have new appreciation for the Dark Side.

zrxoa1 · **Reply #54 on:** February 05, 2016, 04:29:20 AM

Is the Surge still available, or has it been retired?

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Barry Rowland · **Reply #55 on:** February 05, 2016, 05:05:43 AM

Still available according to the online Leatherman catalog. Definitely on my must have list.....like I've said elsewhere, they are a BEAST! Love the scissors on a full size m/t.

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