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Item 728652
Specification | Description |
| Weight | 12 ounces |
| Closed length | 4.5 inches |
| Length of blade(s) | 3 inches |
| Handle material | Stainless steel |
| Blade material | 154 CM stainless steel |
| Blades | 2 |
| Blade type | Serrated/drop point |
| Phillips screwdriver(s) | 2 |
| Standard screwdriver(s) | 2 |
| Eyeglass screwdriver | Yes |
| Bottle opener | Yes |
| Can opener | Yes |
| Wire stripper | Yes |
| Scissors | Yes |
| File | Yes |
| Lanyard ring | Yes |
| Wood saw | Yes |
| Pliers | Yes |
| Wire cutter | Yes |
| Open length | 7 inches |
| Hard-wire cutters | Yes |
| Awl | Yes |
| Ruler | Yes |
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Comments about Leatherman Surge Multi-Tool:
I have had the Leatherman Surge for about 2 years now, and it has been my favortie multi to date. I have used all other types from other manufactures, and have various different Leatherman models, but I always return to the Surge.
The Surge is a bit bulky, but IMO, this is not a hinderence to me, in fact, I prefer it. It gives me the impression that it will hold up through anything I can throw at it. I bought three Surges, one for work, one for EDC, and one as a replacement in case one should got lost. My review will consist of my Surges's performance at work, which is where, as a demolitions laborer, I have put it through harsher uses.
Both blades are excellent. The plain blade holds its edge very well, and can accomodate you for all your cutting needs. I sharpen it occasionally with a butchers sharpening steel (best method for sharpening any straight edged instrument if you can learn how to) just because I like my knives razor sharp, but again, this is only on preferance. The serrated blade works equally to its plain counterpart, but works really well when hacking through something. I use mine from cutting cardboard, to cutting through thick, multi-conductor electrical cable, but only if the cable doesn't fit into the wire cutters. Sharpening can be tricky, but can be done. I use a flat sided tungsten-carbide chip and score it along the edge.
The blades exchanger is really a trip. Being able to switch from a saw blade to a file it great. The saw cuts through wood, plexiglass, and pvc like nothing, and diamomd file can hone just about anything. The wood saw works well, and the metal saw cuts through most pliable metals with ease. Just a note, you can use t-shanked jig saw blades with the blade exchanger to expand your capabilities, but all the ones I have used are not thick enough, so they have a lot of play, which can make sawing a little frustrating, but it can be done.
The scissors are great and can cut through a lot of materials. I use them to cut small gauge wire and sometimes tin, but again small gauge.
The removable bit screwdrivers work well, and with the bit kit, your capabilities are greatly enhanced, most screws or fasteners are no match, from recessed, to torx, the bit kit has it all. The 5/16 screwdriver works well also, and takes care of those larger fasteners with no problem.
The awl is a great screw starter, but chews up leather and some soft/thin meatls easily.
The pliers are fantastic, and the wire cutters are a dream. With three cutting ares, most wires are no problem for the Surge.
The can/bottle opener works well, as do the electrical crimpers.
As a side note, I,ve heard some stories about rattling, and this is true. The Surge does rattle a bit, but I don't feel this is a problem, but if you do, this can be remedied. Go out and purchase 2 T-10 tamperproof torx drivers ( they have a gap in the middle to accomodate a pin ) and tighten the four screws on the Surge. This will eliminate any rattling, but again, this is not necessary, and I advise against it as you can void the warranty.
Ever since I purchased my Surge, I no longer carry additional tools on me unless necessary. The Surge is my toolbox, and with it is everything I need for an average day at work. It has fallen from heights of about 15 feet, been submerged under water, and just plain beat up, and still is going strong. Plus, Leathermans 25 year warranty give me the peace of mind to use my Surge to its potential everyday.
Go out and get the Leatheramn Surge, you won't be disappointed.
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I have been using my Surge for just over a year now. It is incredibly durable, a little large but you get used to that, this tool will do everything. THE MOST IMPORTANT THING I WANT EVERYONE TO KNOW IS THAT THE "blade exchanger" IS ACTUALLY A STANDARD T-SHANK JIG SAW BLADE ATTACHMENT. You can run down to your hardware store and get an assortment of T-shank jig saw blades and make this tool even more versatile. Add the Bit Accessory and this thing is an entire tool kit in one tool. I have used it for fishing, camping, electrical work, carpentry, carving Holloween pumpkins, and have even had to saw through the hard hickory handle on a hammer. The tools may be hard to pull out when it is brand new but a little oil and a break-in period and you're all set. I never leave home without it.
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Comments about Leatherman Surge Multi-Tool:
First up this tool is huge ! not a bad thing though .i work as a service engineer and use this daily in work from opening boxes to stripping armoured cable and crimping wires (the electrical crimpers are the best ive ever used )the Scissors are even man enough to cut shimming steel!During time off i love to climb and camp and the surge is as capable in the outdoors as it is in the worksite , the size and weight of this tool can make it awkward to carry but i would be with out it
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Comments about Leatherman Surge Multi-Tool:
Variety of tools.
Very useful.
Only problem is it rusted like crazy when it came in contact with a little bit of water.
Otherwise amazing.
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I purchased the Surge a few days ago, and have not put it down. I have large hands so the larger sized handles prevent the dreaded pinch point near the jaws, all around excellence. The bit kit turns an already great tool into something MacGuyver would be envious of...the only down side is the stiching on the nylon sheath, mine started to unravel as soon as i opened the package. The outside access locking blades eliminate the need for carying an additional lock blade knife, since the blade beats pretty much every entry level knife, and you get a full sized serrated as well. Big plus is the eyeglasses screw driver, it has come in handy from everything to cell phone repairs to all around tinkering.
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Comments about Leatherman Surge Multi-Tool:
I can't live without this tool. It has come in handy on a countless number of occasions and never let me down. It can be a hard to pull out the blades but that can be cured with a little oil.
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Comments about Leatherman Surge Multi-Tool:
This baheamoth gets the job done. It is full size in every respect. I love it for pulling cactus thorns from me and my dog while wandering the desert. While I would not (could not) carry this tool kit backpacking, it is worth the weight on day trips and car camping.
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I've taken my Surge on a number of camping and mountain biking trips since buying it earlier in the summer. It's proved to be a useful bit of kit, around the camp, for making repairs and generally when you need a blade. Some of the blades are a bit stiff to get out with the small finger catches and the inter-changeable saw/file it hard to switch until you get the knack, but generally it's a quality piece of kit which I expect to give me years of good service
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