Witch Leatherman to buy??

[Medic82]

I'm considering to buy a LM but not sure of witch one. It's either a Wave or Fuse.

How are the BO finish on LM compared to SOG's BO finish?
I'm leaning more for the Wave (that's one sexy locking tool ) but there's just something that's draws my attention to the Fuse.

Any comments and advise would be nice since I'm not that experienced with LM


 

[665ae]

Let me recite the MT.O Motto...

"When in doubt, buy BOTH!"   

[Smitty44]

If you don't need a file or saw the fuse is one tough tool,but the last poll that came out the wave was voted 10 to 2 in favor,don't know much about the BO finish,but a lot of people like it,good luck on what ever you get,but if your anything like the rest of us you will end up with both of them,and then some!!!!!

[Medic82]

Let me recite the MT.O Motto...

"When in doubt, buy BOTH!"  

HA-HA. Let me recite my bank statement.
"You're broke" and my answer to that is "MasterCard"

If you don't need a file or saw the fuse is one tough tool,but the last poll that came out the wave was voted 10 to 2 in favor,don't know much about the BO finish,but a lot of people like it,good luck on what ever you get,but if your anything like the rest of us you will end up with both of them,and then some!!!!!

My girlfriend after I told here I had ordered a SOG Powerlock whilst I was playing with the Paratool " Do you really need that?" My reply to here "Of course I need that." What a strange question?

[Viking]

Did you say "witch" one?

It's not Halloween is it??

I don't have any experience with the BO LM tools, but Spoonrobot posted some pics of his BO Fuse and I must say, they really looked great! Maybe he'll chime in and give us some input.

[Hoghead]

I have both and my vote is for the Wave and get the accessory pocket clip.

I really like the black oxide. You will get some black dust on your hands when you first start using them, but this is normal.

[Spoonrobot]

I EDC'd a black oxide Blast for quite a long time. It's a very good tool and compares well to the Wave, I prefered the Blast because of the slimmer profile and the lack of a serrated blade. Look at the Blast instead of the Fuse, it makes a better comparison since they have almost the same tool loadout.

I can't really compare the finishes because the only BO SOG parts I have are a saw and scissors but they do look pretty similar. Both are flat finishes and hold up to wear very well. Leathermans do seem to eat grease more than the SOG implements. That is, after a few weeks of use the Leatherman finish appears to become a sort of shiny/matte finish but once cleaned thoroughly it returns to it's flat luster. I noted this on all four of my BO Leathermans.





Ignore the chipping on the scales of the Charge. Apparently the titanium scales were painted black and this is not indicative of the oxide coating.


Functionally (for me) the Blast and the Wave are the same. The implements are the same and the locks are similar in function and strength the deciding factor for you should be the one-hand opening and the overall size. The Blast does not feature the former but is slimmer and less angular in the pocket and during use. I prefer the Blast, it's more of the updated old-school motif I like.

OTOH, the Wave does have a diamond file.

[Medic82]

Did you say "witch" one?

It's not Halloween is it??

Hey. I'm Norwegian. So I misspell, I'm quit proud of my English.

[Medic82]

I EDC'd a black oxide Blast for quite a long time. It's a very good tool and compares well to the Wave, I prefered the Blast because of the slimmer profile and the lack of a serrated blade. Look at the Blast instead of the Fuse, it makes a better comparison since they have almost the same tool loadout.

I can't really compare the finishes because the only BO SOG parts I have are a saw and scissors but they do look pretty similar. Both are flat finishes and hold up to wear very well. Leathermans do seem to eat grease more than the SOG implements. That is, after a few weeks of use the Leatherman finish appears to become a sort of shiny/matte finish but once cleaned thoroughly it returns to it's flat luster. I noted this on all four of my BO Leathermans.

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Ignore the chipping on the scales of the Charge. Apparently the titanium scales were painted black and this is not indicative of the oxide coating.
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Functionally (for me) the Blast and the Wave are the same. The implements are the same and the locks are similar in function and strength the deciding factor for you should be the one-hand opening and the overall size. The Blast does not feature the former but is slimmer and less angular in the pocket and during use. I prefer the Blast, it's more of the updated old-school motif I like.

OTOH, the Wave does have a diamond file.

Ok, think I will go for the Wave and a little later bye the Blast. Butt then it's the big question. To BO, or not BO.

[665ae]

Butt then it's the big question. To BO, or not BO.

Once again, refer to the MT.O Motto

[scrappy]

your english is great. I like the wave and blast but carry the wave more. the charge is really my favorite. instead of spending the extra cash for the BO get a charge. i do not have a charge al yet but the charge ti is the most comfortable tool i have held. of course get what is best looking and functional for you.

[Spoonrobot]

Go Black Oxide.

The price difference is negligible and it's a much harder to find that finish when the tool is out of production. It also looks really cool as it accrues wear over the life of the tool.

[Medic82]

Ahhhhhhh mannnnnn. I'm going to be ruined when your thru wit me. Better start to play the lottery and hope I win some big money so I can by every MT out there. OK, Wave and no BO, then Blast and no BO, then Wave with BO. Then sleep on the couch because my girl is angry with me buying so many MT.

[Tsquare]

     Just tell her that for every pair of shoes she buys you need a multitool.  One for each of you outfits so you can have matching tools.

[scrappy]

LOL, i knew i was missing something.

[ultimaonliner]

I'm considering to buy a LM but not sure of witch one. It's either a Wave or Fuse.

How are the BO finish on LM compared to SOG's BO finish?
I'm leaning more for the Wave (that's one sexy locking tool ) but there's just something that's draws my attention to the Fuse.

Any comments and advise would be nice since I'm not that experienced with LM


 

You may want to check out the discontinued Pulse, too.

[EM745]

your english is great. I like the wave and blast but carry the wave more. the charge is really my favorite. instead of spending the extra cash for the BO get a charge. i do not have a charge al yet but the charge ti is the most comfortable tool i have held. of course get what is best looking and functional for you.

Agreed.  I recently bought a Wave and a day later wanted to sell it and get the Charge TTi instead. Loved everything about the Wave except for the fact that using the pliers was quite uncomfortable. The edges of those main blade "pockets" really dug into my upper mid-finger when working the pliers (even after the pliers had loosened). The thicker, rounder scales on the Charge did away with most of that discomfort.

Sure it's more expensive, but it looks sooooo sexy  . Plus you get the fancier knife blade, the cutting hook, belt clip and a basic bit kit.

BTW Medic, if you do get the Wave or the Charge, get it with the NYLON sheath, not the "leather!"

[Medic82]

To be honest. I think that the Wave is more good looking than the Charge TTI, and the price is to high for me at the moment, the Charge will probably be a nice birthday gift ore something in the future. I have made up my mind and will go for the Wave without the BO finish.

Thanks fore the input guys and I appreciate you taking the time to help me out.

[Rodion]

If I absolutely had to buy a Leatherman (in addition to my Juice [I still love you, Juice!  ]), it would definitely be a Blast. Best fitting tool I've ever held. That's just me and my girly hands, though.

[tango44]

Get yourself a nice Black Oxide Wave, you can get BO tools from here:

http://www.moontrail.com/leatherman-wave-black.php


They have the Black Oxide Pocket clip too!

[Leatherman123]

I'd shoot for a BO Wave. It has one handed blades and is just a lot "cooler".

[Pacu]

Wave. or for a few extra bucks the surge is like a wave on 'roids.

[hawkchucker]

Ok but now the question on your choice of the wave without the BO. Are you getting the new Wave, Old wave, or the older wave?

[Pacu]

what's the diff in the old wave and the older wave? 

[Leatherman123]

I very small difference really. The newer Old Waves have the grooves on the back of the serrated blade. Oh, and the end bolsters are smooth while on the old Wave they are rough.

[Medic82]

Ok but now the question on your choice of the wave without the BO. Are you getting the new Wave, Old wave, or the older wave?

This one
http://felinevet.sosakonline.com/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=shop.flypage&product_id=612&category_id=fd6d5616c570692a4fd28fa46e92a7a2&option=com_phpshop&Itemid=1

[Leatherman123]

So, you are getting the New Wave!

[hawkchucker]

And from the best guy in the buissness.

[Medic82]

And from the best guy in the buissness.

That also is a nonprofit charity corporation that hits me right in the heart. As a cat lover and a former cat owner I will herby buy all my MT (if they have them) from this place. Great prices when compared to the prices in Norway (240$ or 122£ or 153€ for a Wave), the money goes to a good cause and a GREAT excuse for buying a MT or SAK

[Benner]

He's a great guy to deal with as well.

You don't get much better than Tim.