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Title: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: JNieporte on May 16, 2015, 02:03:27 AM
I didn't see an owner's club for the Leap. Here's mine...

(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/005_zps244b5vti.jpg)

(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/002_zps5ykdopx5.jpg)

(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/003_zps5lqqr7v3.jpg)

(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/004_zpskdzfrh2e.jpg)
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Kampfer on May 16, 2015, 02:06:08 AM
I didn't see an owner's club for the Leap. Here's mine...
Because kids are not old enough to be in a club.
I am going have to ask Mod to close this. :D
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: JNieporte on May 16, 2015, 02:13:34 AM
I didn't see an owner's club for the Leap. Here's mine...
Because kids are not old enough to be in a club.
I am going have to ask Mod to close this. :D

You motherf.......
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: leathermon on March 19, 2016, 01:57:01 PM
Shhhh, don't tell anyone.  But you know you want to take the leap. I bought one for my now eight year old daughter,  she loved it.  I liked the fact that I didn't have to worry about a knife.  It gave us a chance to bond over something I love.  Well now she has the knife added and I had to add one to my collection. It really offers a nice tool selection in a small package.  Not much bigger then a SAK. So take the leap and be a kid again,  join the club. (http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160319/13c2bddd4fbb71074959c1e398e5faae.jpg)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160319/2f6a928f65f732d213ae91fc5c96d30a.jpg)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160319/58fe33306938be4263d9ce37e8aedba6.jpg)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160319/ee400d1cf3a0ace6e2cdd4c83212f4e3.jpg)

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Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: eamo on March 19, 2016, 09:19:35 PM
Yup, got one for my daughter last year, she loves it.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Poncho65 on March 19, 2016, 11:17:28 PM
Got one for my little girl for Christmas and she loves the scissors on it :cheers: She has several Classic SAKs as well :D Even a pink alox :ahhh I am trying to get her hooked at a young age like I was ;) The scissors on all of them is a big draw for her  :tu: I also forgot she has confiscated a Micra of mine as well :facepalm: :D
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: leathermon on March 20, 2016, 02:19:00 AM
I carried mine this weekend,  the size is prefect in the pocket,  especially for sweat pants. Used the scissors multiple times,  cut some beef sticks up with the knife.  Even reattached the hose to my air filter on my truck. Really preformed well.

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Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: munecito on May 03, 2019, 08:20:00 AM
I have no shame.

I got one. In red.

Funny thing the handles are mismatched by a full year.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Poncho65 on May 03, 2019, 11:59:48 AM
They aren't bad tools at all :cheers: I have bought a couple but as gifts :salute: 1 was for my little girl and the other for one of my nephews ;) I have thought about getting myself one but just never have :think: :D
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: gerleatherberman on May 03, 2019, 02:30:34 PM
I think if the Leap were not marketed for kids, we would see a lot more people carrying them, or at least admitting they carry one.  :rofl:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Aloha on May 03, 2019, 03:09:22 PM
I have one too.  Never used it but I do like it, red. 
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: cody6268 on May 04, 2019, 01:46:32 AM
To me, it looks like something handy to just stuff in a pocket for light EDC stuff, cheaper; and unlike the Juice has locking blades. But is it any good?
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: munecito on May 04, 2019, 02:32:03 AM
To me, it looks like something handy to just stuff in a pocket for light EDC stuff, cheaper; and unlike the Juice has locking blades. But is it any good?

It is a bit bulky for a pocket. The scales seem to move a bit if you close the pliers too hard.

But it is a great tool to carry in a purse or in a small photo kit.

Better than the Gerber dime. But much bigger
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Aloha on May 04, 2019, 04:05:03 PM
I dont recall any who got them and used them  :think:.  Its a neat tool thats for sure.  I cannot recall much of any use discussions. 
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Poncho65 on May 04, 2019, 05:34:26 PM
I smell a challenge  :D A LEAP Challenge would be a great way to test it for adult use :tu: :D
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: munecito on May 06, 2019, 02:42:16 AM
 :like: :iagree:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: munecito on May 06, 2019, 02:05:02 PM
Where do we make the petition?

Leap challenge. Please.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Aloha on May 06, 2019, 02:28:18 PM
You can start a new thread with proposed start date/s to see who else might be interested.  This might just be one of the more very interesting challenges  :D.  Theres a lot of challenges planned so have a look to see where this might work well to get as many involved or to give those interested time to get LEEPs  :salute:.   
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: stugumby on May 07, 2019, 10:37:57 PM
Wife hijacked my blue one for her sewing box /scrapbook set up. She uses it now and then, mostly the blade to open potting soil bags and cut foam blocks. makes a good office drawer tool for small jobs.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: superpaco on May 08, 2019, 01:15:20 AM
Because kids are not old enough to be in a club.
I am going have to ask Mod to close this. :D

I flat out, laughed out loud reading this!
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Happy Gilmore on May 18, 2019, 04:41:28 AM
I'm posting this here because it seems to be the proper place based on the Links.

I just received the Leatherman Leap today and want to give my initial observations and thoughts on it.

Firstly...I feel completely embarrassed that in all the tools I have purchased lately to make a "Bladeless" tool I never considered a tool that was literally designed bladeless.   :facepalm:

Some basic shots:

(https://i.pinimg.com/564x/ea/95/2f/ea952ff114b07a571c671f999eb5301f.jpg)

On inspection this tool is built way way way above its $39.95 price point. The fit and finish on MOST of the parts is akin to any of the best multi-tools that Leatherman makes.

In addition I found that I could relatively easily deploy all of the major implements (saw, scissor, philips, blade, and pliers) with one hand.

There were a few surprised in my inspection of it, the first being the main blade which is much more robust than expected. Here is a comparison of the blades to both the Wave, Signal, and Wingman. The removable blade has a flat grind (not hollow which is great) and came razor sharp. I was a little concerned about the blade coming loose but the method for attachment makes that nearly impossible under normal circumstances. the pivots are ground flat on opposite sides meaning that the metal has to bend significantly in order to allow it to come off the pivot. Based on the thickness of the blade that seems nearly impossible when putting pressure against the blade and quite unlikely when putting pressure on the back of the blade.

(https://i.pinimg.com/564x/3d/82/2b/3d822be752762df70554b059967e3452.jpg)

some comparisons to other tools both in size and shape. I really don't like hybrid plier heads like the ones on the Leap or Victorinox Spirit. This is likely to be one of my first mods to the tool. I prefer to have a true set of needle nose pliers, especially in a tool this small which lacks leverage to be a proper wrench.

(https://i.pinimg.com/564x/6c/60/f4/6c60f4dc9845e133b3f99603397e0bea.jpg)

Overall this tool baffles me...I hadn't realized that they had made a MT with all outside opening implements so long ago and no one is talking about it.

Forget for a second that this was made for "kids" and realize that it has more tools than either the Wingman or Sidekick, is cheaper, better constructed, and much more compact. Not to mention this may be the best set of scissors I've seen Leatherman put on a multi-tool since the Original Wave. I would also like to mention that unlike even wave/charge or Surge the blade release is outside of the path of the blade making it even safer to use. Humorously it also has the fastest deployment of any bottle opener I've seen on a MT since the Philips opens with one hand very very easily.  :drink: :cheers:

Very very very happy with this as my new EDC as a teacher.

Cheer's
H.G.

P.S. the Pivot side of the pliers is the same as the Wave/Charge/Blast/fuse/Kick/Signal/Rebar etc.

HOWEVER, it has a thickness of 6.31mm where the thickness of those plier heads is 7.01mm on average. Meaning that I can't put a Rebar plier head in it without compromising its integrity.




Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: gerleatherberman on May 18, 2019, 07:46:23 AM
Great write-up, HG! :like:

I've always felt the Leap to be a good sleeper tool for adults. And the excellent design, intended for safe use by kids, makes it good for anyone. Would love to see a Giant Leap version for heavy-duty work environments.  :)
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: comis on May 18, 2019, 08:55:34 AM
Great write-up, HG! :like:

I've always felt the Leap to be a good sleeper tool for adults. And the excellent design, intended for safe use by kids, makes it good for anyone. Would love to see a Giant Leap version for heavy-duty work environments.  :)


That'd be interesting.  I kinda wonder whether they will need to redesign structurally or use some high tech polymer to make it even stronger, since people did manage to break the metal pliers, with a bigger handle, there will be more leverage to do more damage.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: powernoodle on May 18, 2019, 01:28:09 PM
Now I want one.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: munecito on May 18, 2019, 01:52:31 PM
Well.

October challenge.

Red and all.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: munecito on May 18, 2019, 01:54:35 PM
Why are there two leap clubs?

Mods. Could you please combine the two?  :dunno:

Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: gerleatherberman on May 18, 2019, 02:02:25 PM

That'd be interesting.  I kinda wonder whether they will need to redesign structurally or use some high tech polymer to make it even stronger, since people did manage to break the metal pliers, with a bigger handle, there will be more leverage to do more damage.
:cheers:
It is the same pliers head found on the LM Rev and I don't see a lot of snapped Rev pliers.  :dunno:

Or possibly, because I am not well acquainted with the Leap/Rev, Is it the pliers or handles causing the issue?
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: comis on May 18, 2019, 04:50:58 PM
:cheers:
It is the same pliers head found on the LM Rev and I don't see a lot of snapped Rev pliers.  :dunno:

Or possibly, because I am not well acquainted with the Leap/Rev, Is it the pliers or handles causing the issue?

Yikes, I should have wrote that I just don't know with longer handles, whether the handle itself will be a little more vulnerable than the metal counterpart.  However, I just checked and compared it with my charge, and both handles do have some give when I start squeezing on them, and the Leap don't feel necessarily weaker than the Charge.  So I could be wrong?  :think:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: comis on May 18, 2019, 04:55:52 PM
Leap with his friend, Charge :D
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: munecito on May 18, 2019, 05:18:38 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/3HZHljo.jpg)

With its pocket clip
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: gerleatherberman on May 18, 2019, 05:20:09 PM
Leap with his friend, Charge :D
:dd:
I know which color to go with next time I buy a Leap.
Great photo, comis! :like:

Yikes, I should have wrote that I just don't know with longer handles, whether the handle itself will be a little more vulnerable than the metal counterpart.  However, I just checked and compared it with my charge, and both handles do have some give when I start squeezing on them, and the Leap don't feel necessarily weaker than the Charge.  So I could be wrong?  :think:
Cool.  :cheers:


(https://i.imgur.com/3HZHljo.jpg)

With its pocket clip
Very nice setup! :like:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: NetsNJ on May 18, 2019, 05:30:45 PM
Has anyone figured out how to remove the blade from these, out of curiosity?
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: comis on May 18, 2019, 05:49:42 PM
Has anyone figured out how to remove the blade from these, out of curiosity?

In the manual, there's instruction on how to put on the blade.  Removing the blade, basically is the reversal of the process using the blade-holder.  If necessary, you could even do it by hand, just hold firm and be careful not to cut yourself.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: powernoodle on May 18, 2019, 06:49:05 PM
Okay - you guys win.  I ordered a red one, through I might spray paint it yellow and black just to be different.

One vendor said these were discontinued, and they are no longer available at Wal-mart.  None could be found on Amazon Prime.  So I'm wondering what the future holds for the Leap.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: NetsNJ on May 18, 2019, 06:53:59 PM
In the manual, there's instruction on how to put on the blade.  Removing the blade, basically is the reversal of the process using the blade-holder.  If necessary, you could even do it by hand, just hold firm and be careful not to cut yourself.

Yes, but has anyone done it?  My understanding is that leatherman designed this to be a "one way" operation, and so was curious if anyone had uninstalled the blade without disassembling the tool.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Poncho65 on May 18, 2019, 09:01:37 PM
I will look at both later tonight and see what can be done :salute: :tu:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Poncho65 on May 18, 2019, 09:08:38 PM
Great write up HG :like:

And yes a few of us have taken the blade out after installation  :cheers: we talked about it a few days ago in the Hacked LM club I think :think: :tu:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: comis on May 18, 2019, 09:21:02 PM
Yes, but has anyone done it?  My understanding is that leatherman designed this to be a "one way" operation, and so was curious if anyone had uninstalled the blade without disassembling the tool.

Yes, I spoke from experience, I'd disengage the blade twice, once with and once without the tool.  Oh, btw, you also have to depress the liner lock to get the blade out(which you don't have to depress the liner lock when you are getting it in)
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: comis on May 18, 2019, 09:22:33 PM
I will look at both later tonight and see what can be done :salute: :tu:

Thanks Poncho and munecito, I too think it probably is a better idea to have one club united than two divided.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: SteveC on May 18, 2019, 09:57:52 PM
I have merged the two threads   :tu:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Poncho65 on May 18, 2019, 10:01:15 PM
Thanks Steve :hatsoff: I was waiting to be on a computer instead of a phone to look at them but glad you came along and did it :salute:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: SteveC on May 18, 2019, 10:10:05 PM
 :cheers:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: munecito on May 18, 2019, 10:46:18 PM
Yes, but has anyone done it?  My understanding is that leatherman designed this to be a "one way" operation, and so was curious if anyone had uninstalled the blade without disassembling the tool.

Here I'm detaching the blade

https://youtu.be/hohUlr5GjYI
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: munecito on May 18, 2019, 10:49:08 PM
Okay - you guys win.  I ordered a red one, through I might spray paint it yellow and black just to be different.

One vendor said these were discontinued, and they are no longer available at Wal-mart.  None could be found on Amazon Prime.  So I'm wondering what the future holds for the Leap.

It still appears in the current lineup at Leatherman.com

https://www.leatherman.com/leap-358.html?dwvar_358_color=18&cgid=multi-tools#start=1

Also. There is a proposed October challenge for leap owners. Join us!
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: munecito on May 18, 2019, 10:55:45 PM
:dd:
I know which color to go with next time I buy a Leap.
Great photo, comis! :like:
Cool.  :cheers:

Very nice setup! :like:

I like the green much better than the red. But my niece picked the green for her.

The blue is always out of stock so wet know which one is the best selling colour.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: munecito on May 18, 2019, 10:57:02 PM
I have merged the two threads   :tu:

 :like:

Thank you Steve
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: NetsNJ on May 19, 2019, 12:38:54 AM
Yes, I spoke from experience, I'd disengage the blade twice, once with and once without the tool.  Oh, btw, you also have to depress the liner lock to get the blade out(which you don't have to depress the liner lock when you are getting it in)

D'oh!   >:(

Of course.  Yeah it slides right out when you press on the locking tab. 

Feel pretty silly now.   :whistle:

Too bad the saw isn't also remove able.  This would be such a great platform for swapping tools in and out.  File, belt cutter, etc etc.  Would be amazing for flying.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Happy Gilmore on May 19, 2019, 03:33:14 AM
D'oh!   >:(

Of course.  Yeah it slides right out when you press on the locking tab. 

Feel pretty silly now.   :whistle:

Too bad the saw isn't also remove able.  This would be such a great platform for swapping tools in and out.  File, belt cutter, etc etc.  Would be amazing for flying.

Funny you mention that...I actually think that it might be possible to do this based on the way the pivots are made. From what I can tell the cuts into the pivots extend all the way through the tool. which means it might be possible to use the blade as a template to make the saw removable. This is definitely something I am considering after I first modify a few other tools to slot into the blade slot. I really want everyone to see the potential of this platform. I used it all day today and it was incredible at wood working. I found it more comfortable than even my Charge/Blast Hybrid. I have more pictures and other info to update a little later on.

Also you only need one security Torx to adjust the tool. The screw is located on the Saw or Scissor side of the tool.

Cheers,
H.G.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: comis on May 19, 2019, 07:07:52 AM
Funny you mention that...I actually think that it might be possible to do this based on the way the pivots are made. From what I can tell the cuts into the pivots extend all the way through the tool. which means it might be possible to use the blade as a template to make the saw removable. This is definitely something I am considering after I first modify a few other tools to slot into the blade slot. I really want everyone to see the potential of this platform. I used it all day today and it was incredible at wood working. I found it more comfortable than even my Charge/Blast Hybrid. I have more pictures and other info to update a little later on.

Also you only need one security Torx to adjust the tool. The screw is located on the Saw or Scissor side of the tool.

Cheers,
H.G.

Indeed, the contoured handle is definitely quite comfortable to hold onto, and personally, I really love the weight saving this tool offers.  It only weighs around 131g(4.6oz) and it disappear like a 4-5 layers SAK in pocket.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Happy Gilmore on May 19, 2019, 02:12:52 PM
Indeed, the contoured handle is definitely quite comfortable to hold onto, and personally, I really love the weight saving this tool offers.  It only weighs around 131g(4.6oz) and it disappear like a 4-5 layers SAK in pocket.

Everything about the tool is surprising. Also, the scissors still have the issue of having material slide between the blades. So far only SAK, Surge, and Original wave scissors really meet my expectations. However, this one is above average. I was also able to use the scissor as an awl in softer wood. Still quite happy with it so far. And it's $40! That's crazyness
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: munecito on May 19, 2019, 02:57:08 PM
My scissors have been remarkably good. No biting on material so far. Not even on the gaffer tape.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: comis on May 19, 2019, 03:07:15 PM
My scissors have been remarkably good. No biting on material so far. Not even on the gaffer tape.


I just tried Leap with cling wrap, it didn't give very clean towards the pivot each time, but if I were only using the front half of the scissors to cut, it did alright. 
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Happy Gilmore on May 19, 2019, 03:09:36 PM

I just tried Leap with cling wrap, it didn't give very clean towards the pivot each time, but if I were only using the front half of the scissors to cut, it did alright.

Same experience, I want to clarify that it's WAY better than the wave + /charge scissors on cuts. However, SAK is still king
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: comis on May 19, 2019, 03:20:05 PM
Same experience, I want to clarify that it's WAY better than the wave + /charge scissors on cuts. However, SAK is still king

No kidding, just tried the same cling wrap with my trusted Mountaineer 91mm, pass it with flying colors.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Juan el Boricua on May 20, 2019, 10:04:35 PM
Okay - you guys win.  I ordered a red one, through I might spray paint it yellow and black just to be different.

One vendor said these were discontinued, and they are no longer available at Wal-mart.  None could be found on Amazon Prime.  So I'm wondering what the future holds for the Leap.

Not sure about prime, but it's in Amazon as of now...and none blue! :facepalm:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Happy Gilmore on May 21, 2019, 01:49:22 AM
Wanted to get a true review up of the Leap before I start modding the tool.

Sorry its a little long.

Cheers,
H.G.

https://youtu.be/ayuN4xqqxiM
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Poncho65 on May 21, 2019, 12:30:51 PM
Not sure about prime, but it's in Amazon as of now...and none blue! :facepalm:

Ebay has a few of each color, including blue :cheers:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Happy Gilmore on May 24, 2019, 02:19:49 AM
Some quick videos, an update on the tool and another showcasing the one handed mod.

https://youtu.be/giSVVFk6WIA


The Mod for OHT Blade was so easy to do...its amazing that it didn't come this way. Very easy to use one handed now.
(https://i.pinimg.com/564x/76/b0/62/76b062a6dada5c7528bb7c27d5adae5e.jpg)

https://youtu.be/NGy9ttJ333o

Cheers,
H.G.

Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Poncho65 on May 24, 2019, 04:06:32 PM
Great job making it OH, HG :like:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: munecito on May 25, 2019, 09:48:46 AM
Great job.

To do it to the saw, you could actually drill a hole in the actual saw to make it thumb accessible instead of nail indented.

I think they made it that way so kids don't deploy it in a hurry.

Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: comis on May 25, 2019, 10:36:41 AM
Awesome job making it more accessible! :like:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: munecito on May 25, 2019, 10:40:36 AM
Making a fashion statement

Colour coordinated.

(https://i.imgur.com/ALxsCU6.jpg)
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: comis on May 25, 2019, 11:37:27 AM
Making a fashion statement

Colour coordinated.

(https://i.imgur.com/ALxsCU6.jpg)

Red on red, I like that too! :tu:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: munecito on May 25, 2019, 08:38:51 PM
Some quick videos, an update on the tool and another showcasing the one handed mod.

https://youtu.be/giSVVFk6WIA


The Mod for OHT Blade was so easy to do...its amazing that it didn't come this way. Very easy to use one handed now.
(https://i.pinimg.com/564x/76/b0/62/76b062a6dada5c7528bb7c27d5adae5e.jpg)

https://youtu.be/NGy9ttJ333o

Cheers,
H.G.

Have you gotten around to unscrew the blades side?

Seeing that the straight blade is on the same pivot that the saw. Would it be possible that the saw have the same flat spots on the pivot and could be modified to be detached like the straight blade?

It would need a bit of extra work leaving a little bump for the liner lock to slide on. Also I think I can see a washer in there which the blade doesn't have.

Just throwing ideas here.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Happy Gilmore on May 25, 2019, 09:28:58 PM
There is a picture if it on my Pinterest board but the pivot tapers down to the thinner diameter. The side with the saw doesn't have the same Mechanism so no dice. On the other hand u can mod a wave saw to slot in to the blade slot and put a file on the saw side. If you really want true bladeless. Strangely the liner locks have a curved portion that lines up perfectly with rebar/blast internal tools. They won't lock but they open fully and snug. Video later on this.

Furthermore u can use a Leatherman charge spacer to step down the pivot diameter on a wave file to slot on that side as well.

Is having a saw an issue?
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: munecito on May 26, 2019, 03:42:56 AM
Only when taking a plane.

But here in Australia they are so inconsistent that one person may allow it and next time it would be taken from you.

I have had Allen keys and jeweller screwdrivers taken after being in several planes.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Happy Gilmore on May 26, 2019, 07:22:56 PM
Only when taking a plane.

But here in Australia they are so inconsistent that one person may allow it and next time it would be taken from you.

I have had Allen keys and jeweller screwdrivers taken after being in several planes.

Sounds to me that it is too inconsistent to be worth carrying anything. Might as well just put it into checked baggage.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Happy Gilmore on June 11, 2019, 07:31:43 PM
BTW, the link for the Leap Club isn't working, had to find the thread a different way. UPDATE plz?
(https://i.pinimg.com/564x/51/88/f3/5188f3640a1f263854283c4ec336ef8d.jpg)

Added Wave file to the Leap as a removable option. It is a bit thinner than the blade so it needed some Braeon tape to thicken the profile. Not a perfect fix but made it stay a little better. I really like having the file over the Blade if I am going to carry a larger dedicated folder or fixed blade. Its a very very light and capable package now with a diamond/metal file.

Cheers,
H.G.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: zoidberg on June 11, 2019, 09:50:06 PM
Link updated, thanks for notifying.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: munecito on June 12, 2019, 03:10:48 AM
BTW, the link for the Leap Club isn't working, had to find the thread a different way. UPDATE plz?
(https://i.pinimg.com/564x/51/88/f3/5188f3640a1f263854283c4ec336ef8d.jpg)

Added Wave file to the Leap as a removable option. It is a bit thinner than the blade so it needed some Braeon tape to thicken the profile. Not a perfect fix but made it stay a little better. I really like having the file over the Blade if I am going to carry a larger dedicated folder or fixed blade. Its a very very light and capable package now with a diamond/metal file.

Cheers,
H.G.

That it's amazing
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Poncho65 on June 12, 2019, 11:56:01 AM
Always great to have the diamond file as an option :dd: :like:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: munecito on June 13, 2019, 09:19:17 AM
It is a shame that the surge file and saw holder can't be cut to be used on the leap.

With the great shape and ergonomics of the leap it would be great to use it with a T shank saw.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Happy Gilmore on June 14, 2019, 01:13:22 AM
It is a shame that the surge file and saw holder can't be cut to be used on the leap.

With the great shape and ergonomics of the leap it would be great to use it with a T shank saw.

I'm not quite sure it's the right place for it frankly. The leap will never replace the surge. What I love about the Leap with a file is that it becomes blade-less with some of the best tools (other than a blade) that a Multi-tool can carry, all while being under 5oz and almost completely 1 handed.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Happy Gilmore on September 05, 2019, 03:32:48 AM
Looks like they are going to discontinue this tool. Sad, but I understand why.

 :cry:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: BadMechanic on September 05, 2019, 04:28:11 AM
When do they plan on doing that?
Its still on LM's website.

Ill be buying another Rev or 2 at home Depot. Just because they are discon and I love mine.

But after reading this thread, seems like its as good of a MT as the other LMs. Might be worth buying.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Poncho65 on September 05, 2019, 01:17:14 PM
Sad to see any tool discontinued  :-\ I may have to snag one of these for myself as the one that is in my household ATM belongs to my little girl :salute: :D
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Happy Gilmore on September 06, 2019, 10:23:38 PM
When do they plan on doing that?
Its still on LM's website.

Ill be buying another Rev or 2 at home Depot. Just because they are discon and I love mine.

But after reading this thread, seems like its as good of a MT as the other LMs. Might be worth buying.

The leap is definitely worth buying. Oh and here is my latest mod of the Leap:

https://youtu.be/LyQlnCGisWU
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: BadMechanic on October 04, 2019, 01:12:42 AM
Happened to get an email from LM.

Leaps (as a few others) are on sale. Its down to $30 from $40.

Now may be a good time to buy.  :tu:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: rdub934 on November 13, 2019, 10:37:41 PM
I got my Son a red Leap for his 8th birthday (he is already 10 now!!!) and he loves it. So do I for that matter. Initially, we stored it out of his reach and he asked Mom or Dad if he could handle it. After I was confident in his respect for the tool, he now keeps it in his room and uses as he deems appropriate. Usually every night prior to tucking in, we sit down and go through his emerging collection and I will run through all the implements on his Leap. I need to get a picture of him with it to share with the group (and update my avatar).

I think Leatherman could easily expand this tool into a line, I would say to replace the Juice line and even the Wingman/Sidekick. I even think it has a lot of potential as a high-end/tactical tool if instead of GFN they used G10 and/or carbon fiber for the handle/chassis. Either way, they need to offer an adult-ized version.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: BadMechanic on November 13, 2019, 10:54:58 PM
Now thats awesome rdub  :tu:

when he gets older, he will remember who got him using MTs.  :whistle:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Happy Gilmore on November 14, 2019, 02:05:28 PM
I got my Son a red Leap for his 8th birthday (he is already 10 now!!!) and he loves it. So do I for that matter. Initially, we stored it out of his reach and he asked Mom or Dad if he could handle it. After I was confident in his respect for the tool, he now keeps it in his room and uses as he deems appropriate. Usually every night prior to tucking in, we sit down and go through his emerging collection and I will run through all the implements on his Leap. I need to get a picture of him with it to share with the group (and update my avatar).

I think Leatherman could easily expand this tool into a line, I would say to replace the Juice line and even the Wingman/Sidekick. I even think it has a lot of potential as a high-end/tactical tool if instead of GFN they used G10 and/or carbon fiber for the handle/chassis. Either way, they need to offer an adult-ized version.

Agree 100%, I've always been impressed with the tool. I would have preferred they had a file over the saw and made both a removable saw and blade. It's been a great too, with a pocket clip and aluminum scales it would have been a hit on all fronts.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Rapidray on November 14, 2019, 04:39:16 PM
I got my Son a red Leap for his 8th birthday (he is already 10 now!!!) and he loves it. So do I for that matter. Initially, we stored it out of his reach and he asked Mom or Dad if he could handle it. After I was confident in his respect for the tool, he now keeps it in his room and uses as he deems appropriate. Usually every night prior to tucking in, we sit down and go through his emerging collection and I will run through all the implements on his Leap. I need to get a picture of him with it to share with the group (and update my avatar).

I think Leatherman could easily expand this tool into a line, I would say to replace the Juice line and even the Wingman/Sidekick. I even think it has a lot of potential as a high-end/tactical tool if instead of GFN they used G10 and/or carbon fiber for the handle/chassis. Either way, they need to offer an adult-ized version.
Cool  :cheers:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: BadMechanic on December 10, 2019, 07:46:17 PM
Just got my Leap. First impressions...Ill enjoy it as much as my other LMs.

I now officially own every size of Leathermans. "Pocket size" was the only one I didnt have. Id even pay $40 for the Leap. But $30 is even better.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Poncho65 on December 10, 2019, 10:45:36 PM
Congrats on getting a Leap, BM :tu: :like:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Chako on December 11, 2019, 02:20:10 AM
I was one of the first to jump on the Leap. When I found the tool to be recalled, I waited a little and bought a newer set. Leatherman saw fit to make a slight change to the blade to denote if the tool is a post recall model. The newer version only has 3 bumps as opposed to the original 4 bumps on the blade spine.

Recall info:

https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/leatherman-recalls-childrens-multi-tool (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/leatherman-recalls-childrens-multi-tool)

Original set.
(https://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/Chako_photo006/IMG_8137small_zpseoyzpexh.jpg) (https://s145.photobucket.com/user/Chako_photo/media/Chako_photo006/IMG_8137small_zpseoyzpexh.jpg.html)

Newer set.
(https://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/Chako_photo006/IMG_8138small_zpsts77tm48.jpg) (http://s145.photobucket.com/user/Chako_photo/media/Chako_photo006/IMG_8138small_zpsts77tm48.jpg.html)

You can see the original blade with 4 spine bumps and above it, the newer 3 bump blade.
(https://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r207/Chako_photo/Chako_photo006/IMG_8139small_zpsua4zxb0s.jpg) (http://s145.photobucket.com/user/Chako_photo/media/Chako_photo006/IMG_8139small_zpsua4zxb0s.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Poncho65 on December 11, 2019, 12:12:13 PM
Great collector info, Chako :salute: :like:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Chako on December 11, 2019, 12:50:32 PM
From what I can tell, I do not see any visible differences between the pre and post recall Leaps...only the slight blade difference. Thus, if you were to buy one without a blade, you may get either...albeit I am sure the pre-recall was a smaller run than those that came after the recall. I believe the issue was with the main body and not the blade...as I have both and they appear to be identical. if there are any differences, I cannot see it with the naked eye.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Poncho65 on December 11, 2019, 05:21:24 PM
Didn't the recall have to do something with the blade coming back out to easily or while in use :think: If so it may be something more internal in the body of the Leap :shrug: could you see if anything inside where the blade is suppose to install looks different? :cheers:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Chako on December 12, 2019, 01:55:01 AM
I cannot see anything visible...so yes, it is definitely internal. I always thought it odd that there were no changes to the body of the Leap, only to the blade.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: BadMechanic on December 12, 2019, 02:00:55 AM
Im no engineer but I cant think of a good way to change it. For what it is...I am reqlly happy with it.
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: McStitchy on January 26, 2020, 03:34:31 PM
Matt Junior asked me to upload these pics of his Leap he carried on our walk through the wetlands  :salute:

He's enjoying it very much :D
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Rapidray on January 26, 2020, 04:12:17 PM
Very nice tool  :like: :cheers:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: BadMechanic on January 26, 2020, 04:55:33 PM
Awesome Leap  :salute:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: McStitchy on January 26, 2020, 05:02:41 PM
Thanks Ray and BM  :cheers:
He'll be glad to hear that "real man" do appreciate the Leap too  :D
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Rapidray on January 27, 2020, 01:35:17 AM
Thanks Ray and BM  :cheers:
He'll be glad to hear that "real man" do appreciate the Leap too  :D
Tell him I have given him a double thumbs up!  :2tu:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: BadMechanic on January 27, 2020, 01:47:43 AM
Leap may be marketed towards kids but still does everything my plain boring Rev does. Its definitely not a toy.

If I had 3 hands, Id give him 3 thumbs up  :tu: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Poncho65 on January 27, 2020, 12:42:51 PM
Great pics  :like: and I am glad he is liking it :salute: :like:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Legend on August 07, 2022, 06:20:26 PM
From my daughter’s collection. 

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220807/f39be675293ae494d58d1bfd0e972043.jpg)
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: nakken on August 07, 2022, 06:24:14 PM
Very nice, Legend! :like:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Poncho65 on August 07, 2022, 07:28:50 PM
 :iagree: :woohoo: :like:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Aloha on September 04, 2022, 05:07:00 PM
From my daughter’s collection. 

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220807/f39be675293ae494d58d1bfd0e972043.jpg)



Can't believe I missed this.  Congrats to your daughter. 
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Legend on September 04, 2022, 05:09:21 PM
Thank you.  She has more signed pieces than I do. 

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220904/a04e06aaa0f9cd135100a17e5173c679.jpg)
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Aloha on September 04, 2022, 05:10:45 PM
 :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Poncho65 on September 04, 2022, 07:34:08 PM
That is great  :D :like: :like:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: powernoodle on September 04, 2022, 07:55:59 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/UISx1xr.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Ny8CjLB.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Lmi1QCk.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/U2Hy9xe.jpg)
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Poncho65 on September 04, 2022, 08:01:14 PM
Love the camoed up look you have them powernoodle  8) :like:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: powernoodle on September 05, 2022, 01:06:26 AM
Its really unfortunate that they were discontinued.  I still like 'em.  :salute:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Rich_SD on June 26, 2023, 12:07:53 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/cxtOPQT.jpg)
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Poncho65 on June 26, 2023, 01:52:34 AM
 :salute: :like: :like:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: VICMAN on January 29, 2024, 03:44:15 AM
If anyone is interested, FolderBeholder is hosting a Last Minute February Leap Year Challenge with Leap.

"Any takers for a 2024 February Leap year challenge carrying a Leap for 29 days?
There's no badge, but I'm sure I can come up with a prize or two for some in challenge challenges.
Sorry this is so late....and it's very likely some of you are signed up for:

February challenges already and I apologize.  :hatsoff:
Next time this could happen would be 2028.  :salute:


Here is the URL for the page to sign up if you are interested,

https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,91931.0.html

I signed up for it.

It should be a lot of fun! :)
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: powernoodle on January 29, 2024, 12:26:24 PM
Love the camoed up look you have them powernoodle  8) :like:

 :cheers:

I would do the Leap Challenge were I not doing the Center Drive/Dual Force Challenge.   :salute:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Legend on January 31, 2024, 04:40:40 AM
From my daughter’s collection.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240131/fcd30f80c89138d182a07882119c2422.jpg)
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Aloha on January 31, 2024, 03:20:19 PM
 :like: What a great collection.  Congrats to little Ms. Legend. 
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: VICMAN on January 31, 2024, 04:44:22 PM
From my daughter’s collection.


Very nice collection! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Poncho65 on February 01, 2024, 01:18:40 PM
From my daughter’s collection.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240131/fcd30f80c89138d182a07882119c2422.jpg)

Great pic :like: :like:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Legend on February 17, 2024, 01:59:29 AM
Research

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240217/bb4322e218978322fe6308903cc7ea7c.jpg)
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Poncho65 on February 17, 2024, 04:12:48 AM
Awesome pic, Legend :woohoo: :like:
Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: LoopCutter on March 03, 2024, 03:07:23 PM
It is official!

A LEAP with coffee and a tip of the hat to FOLDERBEHOLDER for gift!

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Title: Re: Leap Owner's Club
Post by: Poncho65 on March 04, 2024, 02:07:05 AM
I :like: it, LC  :woohoo: