Leatherman Goes Back To Basics With The BOND

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@gideonstactical 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you everyone for pointing out that the little screw fell out of the box I am aware and picked it up as soon as I was done filming it a few months ago. Can’t get anything past you guys 😀

@yeahright5285 2 жыл бұрын

Lol. I had a good chuckle when that fell out.

@stevekessler7886 7 ай бұрын

I'm ,,A getting one

@EdcGuru03 2 жыл бұрын

Leatherman should just take a hint from Build-a-Bear, they would make so much money and have even more happy customers. I would pay close to double to have a personalized configuration.

@gideonstactical 2 жыл бұрын

Ya I did a video on that a few years ago.

@noktturnal 2 жыл бұрын

It would be amazing I would dish out for a custom tool.

@dualsportedc 2 жыл бұрын

I actually told them when I spoke with them to get warranty stuff done that they need to make their custom shop like Benchmade’s where we can pick steels, handle and blade colors, blade styles, tool combinations, etc. If my Charge + had an Awl it would be perfect

@TheGrenadier97 2 жыл бұрын

Customization is the sweet dream of everyone in the multitool world, but it's a marketing, production and warranty nightmare that would result in far less tools made, higher costs and long waitings.

@thorin693 2 жыл бұрын

It's not a all in one like a leatherman but one of my go to edc's is a sac alox farmer and a six inch knipex cobra pliers, only missing cutters.

@matthewjones6010 2 жыл бұрын

I think the Bond is great. I live in the U.K. so the non locking blade is a good choice for me. But more than that the light weight, slim profile and reasonable price (I paid a little under £50 here) means that it is an excellent edc tool.

@simonh6371 2 жыл бұрын

I agree, yes it lacks scissors but tbh LM scissors are not the best anyway. I'm looking at buying one of these to carry in combination with a Victorinox with scissors and saw. Best of both worlds.

@OtherThanIntendedPurpose 2 жыл бұрын

I started carrying Leatherman tools in 1985 when I joined the ARMY. I still have one of the PSTs I bought in '85, I have used a lot of models now, and still love my Leatherman tools. when finances allow, I think I will be adding a bond to my kit.

@trapperscout2046 2 жыл бұрын

The Army needs to ditch the Gerber because Leatherman is the superior tool.

@AqulaOculus 2 жыл бұрын

@@trapperscout2046 Forreal. I see dudes in the field with their clanky ass gerbers falling apart in the woods within a year of being issued. I'm so thankful my sister bought me a leatherman for my first birthday in the Army because its been going strong for 6 years now.

@nomsterdude 2 жыл бұрын

@@trapperscout2046 agreed, Gerber's great and all(its also cheep), but it isn't military grade. With their budget, Leatherman would make more sense. Especially the MUT, Crunch(for maintenance crews maybe), OHT, Raptor(ex. Medics). These examples are good for specific uses but in any other case the Wave, Rebar, and any other tool by Leatherman work great!

@gopherstate777 2 жыл бұрын

We were never allowed to carry Leatherman or custom knives in the Army in my day. The rationale is that the leadership needed to know what the capabilities of the foot soldier were given the equipment he was issued. I was sad to learn that in Dessert storm many G.I's had to equip themselves with flax jackets. I was 11B10 in 1975. Tell me, did they issue you a leatherman for field use, and did you have to turn it in? My top Sargeant once confiscated my radio and my buck knife saying "we are all uniform here".

@OtherThanIntendedPurpose 2 жыл бұрын

@@gopherstate777 they were not issued. in basic training, on day 3 we were taken to the PX with a list of things we had to have, and a list of things that were permitted. the PST was on the list of permitted items. it had only been released about 18 months before, and none of us kids even knew what it was, but we were allowed to have it, so most of us bought one. I later bougt a second one, because of an incident where two pliers were needed to get out of a mess, and I have carried two on my belt every since. I still have one of the two original ones. but for the last 20 years, I have had a gen 1 eave, and about 14 years ago I got a gen 1 surge for the second side.

@sogeking9395 2 жыл бұрын

Too many overlaps in their lineup. Free series, skeleton series and now this. Great video as always. You inspire us to buy or save with your efforts.

@gideonstactical 2 жыл бұрын

That is what I am always trying to do! Glad you enjoyed it.

@sogeking9395 2 жыл бұрын

I always look forward to you and survival on purpose posting Saturday morning vids

@tylercardy6644 2 жыл бұрын

I think of the Bond as an international tool. In the UK, as well as much of Europe/Australia this is potentially everyday carry legal.

@alanrainey 2 жыл бұрын

Another good video. Strong transitions and a good job zooming on the features you wanted to emphasize. Stay well and keep making memories.

@alpine1600s 2 жыл бұрын

I still have my PST from 1998. Still under warranty.🤣

@DamionJR4923 2 жыл бұрын

I bought my rebar for $50-$55. Still one of my favorites.

@gideonstactical 2 жыл бұрын

Ya I paid $60 several years ago. Sad how prices increase.

@AJHart-eg1ys 2 жыл бұрын

@@gideonstactical That - and all the overlap - is the worst thing. The Bond is a LOT like the "basic" Leatherman model almost all of us in my unit had when I was in the Army in the early 90s. I think it cost $29.99 with the leather belt case. Now they want $60 for it (MSRP) and went BACK to not having a locking blade, which those ones in the 90s also didn't have. And I remember too many times, that blade folding down. I just don't trust them without a locking blade. At least, its a few more dollars I'm willing not pay for the peace of mind that my nephew won't lose any fingers if I get him one for his birthday this month.

@TommyFresh521 9 ай бұрын

I make my living as an aircraft mechanic and I use my Leatherman Bond everyday on the job. It's a great multitool at a very good price.

@CountryThingsTV 2 жыл бұрын

I used to have an original pst and it was my favorite because it was simple classic and functional. I lost it sadly but the bond has Made a great replacement for me and has made friends with my buck 110 on my hip, so far it’s proving reliable. Sweet review by the way Im always interested in your opinion on new gear items

@GMono-qs6cl 2 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed your review thoroughly. I may have compared the Bond to the Rev, which Leatherman seems to be phasing out simultaneously, rather than the Rebar. Other than the ability to add a clip, which I never use for a multitool and the weight differential, which really is de minimus, the Rebar is a more durable, functional and IMO a safer tool. It’s worth the extra $20.00. The difference in weight really doesn’t justify the loss of the Rebar’s functionality which I use for EDC and all forms of hiking and camping. The Bond is a great entry level tool and I would encourage folks to strongly consider it as same. Great job as always. Thank you for all the work you do to upload your videos. Be well. Be safe.

@shawnlavigne9069 10 ай бұрын

I've had it for a couple of months now, and its been a really good tool for me. Everything I like/need, nothing extraneous. I need to get the clip. I had a wave, but it was too heavy/bulky to slip in my pocket. This is perfect for pocket carry. I don't miss locking tools at all.

@waynesawyer 2 жыл бұрын

We live on a farm in the mountains in South Africa. I have to have a saw. I use it to cut through tree branches, which obstruct trails or roads. The serated knife also a must for cutting thick rubber and perspex water hoses etc. For me, for bush farm tool, it's the Rebar.

@nigelbarker8726 2 жыл бұрын

Pretty much the PST without the eyeglass screwdriver, and the leather pouch!! I like it.

@frankhinkle5772 2 жыл бұрын

I currently have three Leatherman tools and have handled and given away as presents several more. If I am going over to my elderly neighbor to fix something, I take the Rebar. I really like the file, which I use often. But for most everything else, my favorite and most used Leatherman is the budget-priced Sidekick! It is smaller & lighter and doesn't require a pouch to carry it. On it I use the saw more than anything else, and the darned little thing works! The Bond looks very interesting and I'd recommend it because of it's size, the belt clip and it's price-point.

@robertanderson1015 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting option to carry. Thanks for the info.

@JJ-qi9zn 2 жыл бұрын

I have many Leatherman tools and they are all safe queens. I carry the Swiss Tool Spirit because I have not been able to in normal usage break one and they are way more comfortable to use. Although, I carry it in a Leatherman leather case with a Bianchi mil-spec clip.

@philp411 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your reviews a great deal. They’re always informative and well considered. I can see where the Bond, with non-locking tools, benefits those places where laws are strict. It seems to me that the folding design of the Leatherman aids in not risking hand injury if the blade closes in use (whereas a blade that closes during use in a regular folding knife can cut your hand). That said, not living in those places, I prefer a locking blade - especially one that is accessible with the tool closed. I also prefer a pocket clip and am so thankful the designers started including this option. I have several multi tools, the majority of which are Leatherman and though I’ve not tried all their offerings, I find myself using the Sidekick quite a bit. If a multitool is the only knife I carry, then I typically carry one of the more expensive options. I’ve come to realize that the Sidekick, being a more budget priced option, is a benefit if I lose the tool. The Sidekick is not too big/heavy and carries easily. I also really like the spring loaded pliers. Because of the size and weight, those larger/heavier options end up spending more time in my pack than my pocket. I would add that if anyone has a recommendation for a higher quality tool with as many features (not just tools), I’m eager to hear.

@clintmyers2291 2 жыл бұрын

As a person that started off carrying a Kick, I'm glad they returned to this style instead of being limited to the Wingman & Sidekick.

@solomonkane408 2 жыл бұрын

I have a rebar in my sling bag but in my pocket I carry a SAK compact for one reason the scissors if the rebar had scissors it would be perfect

@0thr33 2 жыл бұрын

I own the rebar for about 2 years now and I love it. For me it makes more sense to carry it in a belt pouch (I have the leather and nylon pouches from leatherman and both work great) plus a knife with clip in my pocket. Maybe the bond can do that too but when you open the pliers of the rebar the tips exactly match a torx 10 screw… No it‘s 15….

@ninkendo7714 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely like this model, I have 4 leathermans. Wave, kick, squirt and skelitool and this would give me the basics of the wave and not all the stuff I don’t use.

@HD-J.R. Жыл бұрын

Love the Bond, it reminds me of my original PST that I've owned since 1991. I own many other MT's, including many Leathermans, but I find I want lightweight these days for EDC and the pocket clip on the Bond is perfect.

@ManuelVazquez-jb8go 2 жыл бұрын

I have leatherman wave for years and have been my edc use it for everything and it still look like brand new,they are super durable! Thanks for the video!

@brianlash154 4 ай бұрын

That bug photobombed you 4:18, my guy. I'm very happy that they made this with slipjoints, as they are simple mechanics with few moving parts and laat forever. The slipjoints of the the early 1900s lasted many decades and many of them can still be found all over ebay with plenty of life left in them, inhad no luck with the surge and their other locking mechanisms, too much play OTB that couldn't be fixed. I found slipjoints rarely show up with issues 👏 kudos

@jamesellsworth9673 2 жыл бұрын

I like the Bond without a clip because it is more comfortable in my hand and it doesn't have the extra edges a clip provides to wear on my pocket fabrics. I'm more inclined to carry the tool in pants pockets/cargo pockets than put it on a belt. I did wish mine had come with scissors.

@brianbartulis9709 2 жыл бұрын

My early nineties PST ended up being my mushrooming knife after I configured it to long reach to get under some large Hen of Woods mushrooms. Open to near as to use the ruler full length, but tucking in all tools, even pliers, except the blade left open. Creates a fairly long reach for some tools. Or reach under to cut. (-: ~ Now paired with my Huntsman it's a good match for canteen kit pouch.

@DrMichaelRoach 2 жыл бұрын

This multitool is great for the UK, since it is legal carry. I have already purchased and I'm very pleased, having been waiting for something like this to come out for years. Is more beefy than the juice. The rest of the full size multitool lineup are not legal carry, and you can be arrested for carrying in the UK due to having a locking blade (which many people don't realise). Even the bladeless rebar has a locking awe, which could be interpreted as a locking blade by a police officer.

@sorearm 2 жыл бұрын

Same, going to purchase for uk legal carry

@hansolo5586 2 жыл бұрын

It's sad that there are places that have taken your freedom so much you can't even have a leatherman.

@MS-zb5fr 2 жыл бұрын

Oversea perspective: UK: Knife is not allowed when it locks (Bond ok - Rebar not). Germany: In town Knife is allowed to lock or one hand opening (Bond ok - Rebar ok - Wave not ok). For a "purpose" like hiking, working the Wave is ok as well in Germany.

@Mrb00st 2 жыл бұрын

the other nice thing about the slipjoint on this - normally the worry with a lack of a lock is it folding on your hand/finger. Here, it would fold on the handles themselves once it's deployed. seems a lot safer.

@jonathanjose6531 2 жыл бұрын

I still have the Leatherman PST. It still serves its purpose. Also have the sidekick.

@clems6989 2 жыл бұрын

Reminds me of My favorite leatherman, which is my leatherman kick with pocket clip. Light and only the tools you need. I like the plastic finger grooves on the kick. This might be a good choice for me..

@troymanning3150 2 жыл бұрын

How you didn’t start with Bond……Leatherman Bond….in a British accent blows my mind! Thanks Aaron! Love my leatherman tools.

@dominickdonofrio9546 2 жыл бұрын

The Leatherman core has a button to unlock the tools

@Jake_S_ 2 жыл бұрын

"Legal almost anywhere". *Cries in Australian...*

@NonApplicable1983 2 жыл бұрын

A Bond with a good pair of scissors instead of the knife blade would be an ideal EDC multitool for me, since I usually carry another knife anyway.

@aaronhardway343 Жыл бұрын

I have 24 Leatherman tools... 8 are the original PST, 2 of the original Super Tools, a Core and a Kick. The rest are more modern models but they are indeed the berries.......

@jesselee4271 2 жыл бұрын

I’m in the army and use the bond all of the time (in the motorpool). I haven’t gotten the pocket clip yet but I use a retractable keychain ring.

@stevelewis1721 2 жыл бұрын

Very sensible. I bought the original Leatherman when it first came out (yes, I'm nearly 70) so I get it. Thanks, good review.

@noktturnal 2 жыл бұрын

Love my p2 free it's replaced my everyday tool from the leatherman surge I carry at work.

@shawnlavigne9069 2 жыл бұрын

I had the first one, and always wanted to get one again. This will do.

@charlybrown6884 7 ай бұрын

Thanks you, I always check your videos for advice before I buy a multitool, that's whats the case with my Leatherman wave and now with the Bond, thanks again for your recommendation

@gideonstactical 7 ай бұрын

Glad to help

@540058 2 жыл бұрын

I didnt notice the 3D phillips screwdriver Its great to have this on a budget one

@kaizoebara 2 жыл бұрын

I like how it's slim with a clip. The classic look is really well executed. Should work nice as an EDC; good alternative to the Juice series that are a bit smaller, more gaudy and w/o clip. And yes, the two-handed opening makes it legal to carry here, no questions asked. Germany requires a (usually very narrowly interpreted) legal reason to carry one-handed opening knives w/ locking mechanism, so you can only have either/or. So this is doubly safe having neither of these features, as multitools with a knifeblade are also subject to this rule.

@TheGrenadier97 2 жыл бұрын

Bond has potential for minimalist folks and restricted markets, unlike the still controversial Curl. Bond's price is all right for 50 and must definitely stay at that maximum to makes sense in US and abroad.

@michaelkulman7095 14 күн бұрын

As far as UK friendly tools I have some comments as many look at the Bond for this reason. Besides the Bond consider: In the UK a blade-less multitool seems like it would be appealing. I mean a bunch of locking tools and you can just carry any non- locking knife you like maybe a SAK Compact if your tool doesn't have scissors for example or a SAK Walker if your multitool doesn't have a saw, or a SAK Waiter so you can open a beer or bottle of wine without getting a bigger tool out... There is still a tool-less Rebar and there used to be a tool-less Fuse or get a SOG and just remove the knife, replace it with something else if you wish as they sell individual impliments. If you could find a Leatherman Leap it allows you to remove the knife and is lightweight... Also there was a Leatherman Kick that had no locking blades including the knife and some (few) had pocket clips (sold separately). It just had screwdrivers, a knife and of course and plier head but it was light. Speaking of old tools if one could find a PST, PST 2, Sideclip, or even a Gerber MPT (copy of PST) they'd all work in the UK I believe. So I hope I gave you some UK friendly ideas to ponder...

@thegeneral123 2 жыл бұрын

It needs to be stated clearly that while the knife blades are technically non locking. When you close the handles with the blade deployed. The handles block the blade from folding. Which is contrary to a lot of legislation where the blade must be "readily folding at all times" to qualify as a non locking knife. So do due diligence.

@gideonstactical 2 жыл бұрын

I have never heard that part but thanks for share! Of course every always need to do their part to know what they are about to carry.

@thegeneral123 2 жыл бұрын

@@gideonstactical In particular it's something in the UK and many European counties have very similar knife laws so worth checking the exact letter of the law. Which with it being so easy to do now with the Internet...

@leathermantools_fan832 2 жыл бұрын

Great review off a great Leatherman Tool 👍

@gavansgains990 2 жыл бұрын

Leatherman make a rebar with a pocket clip!!!!

@Patriot-American 2 жыл бұрын

Nice review! I have a Rebar which I use quite a bit. No plans at this time for the Bond (007!) but it does look like a nice multitool... Thanks and safe travels...

@unitedstatesirie7431 11 ай бұрын

I really wish the Leatherman BOND had take-down screws as the Leatherman REV has ! ✅ To be able to replace broken tools is always a good thing.

@mtgreengarden 2 жыл бұрын

I just ordered my new Bond from LAPG tonight!

@Eric-ew8jt 2 жыл бұрын

Love my Rebar Thanks Aaron yet again another great video! Enjoy your day buddy

@freaku69 2 жыл бұрын

i have the supertool from the 90´s retired it when the wave came out. now knife laws have become tougher here. sometimes i dont give a .... when i´m out in the forests and river"bayous"in my state. but i looked at the bond as a no worry day to day in an urban area. first dude who made me aware of it is a straight edge punk rock bike messenger, who called it his "freedom tool!" meaning no trouble with the law. one more week of busking and imma buy it

@patrickgambsky6290 6 ай бұрын

Yes I love the Leatherman Bond that's a great multi tool

@countdooku7020 Жыл бұрын

Nice 👍 was thinking of buying this for a while now. Going to pull the trigger and buy it 👍

@matthewadler1329 2 жыл бұрын

Wow. That's a darn good blade for a 50 dollar multi tool, and US made? I'm gonna get one for my gf. This is just what she needs

@stevanoutdoor 10 ай бұрын

I have a wide collection of multitools including a lot of the Leatherman brand. I have the original PST and PST2 in my collection also. This sure reminds me of them. It's not just the 'knife' laws in the country you live in but also the countries you travel to. And in Europe if you hit the brakes too late you're in a different country. Soon going backpacking again in Thailand and the 'knife' laws say you can't bring a weapon into the country. That's it. I think the non locking blades like on a normal SAK and this Bond will be more easily accepted as 'not a weapon'. I can't find the pocket clip over here for it though but did find a good deal on both so just ordered the Rebar and the Bond.

@charliedurnford3277 2 жыл бұрын

I loathe the knife laws here in England, treating people like bloody children. “False is the idea of utility that sacrifices a thousand real advantages for one imaginary or trifling inconvenience; that would take fire from men because it burns, and water because one may drown in it; that it has no remedy for evils, except destruction. The laws that forbid the carrying of arms are of such a nature. Such laws make things worse for the assaulted and better for the assailants; they serve rather to encourage than to prevent homicides, for an unarmed man may be attacked with greater confidence than an armed man.” ― Cesare Beccaria (often attributed to Thomas Jefferson)

@michaelkulman7095 14 күн бұрын

@davidgiles9751 2 жыл бұрын

Curious if you're going to take a look at the new Leatherman Curl? It's more expensive with an MSRP of $80, but it has some features the Bond doesn't - including that pocket clip at no extra charge.

@theplourde Жыл бұрын

I have had a Gerber NXT suspension for the last couple years and while it’s done me well - I think this might be a good replacement.

@Andy1976 2 жыл бұрын

A great tool, clip and two handed opening. Law conform in Germany 🇩🇪😉

@stigweird3155 Жыл бұрын

Cool review mate thanks..exactly what i needed to make my choice 👍

@ThunderStruck94660 5 күн бұрын

The side lip is the greatest Leatherman ever.

@aircavguy007 2 жыл бұрын

Instant gratification is nice, but sometimes you have to wait for what you want. A customization shop is just that, something is being customized just for you. I have an S&W that came out of the customization shop. The wait time was significant and the price was high, but the end product is exactly what I wanted. I believe Leatherman could show a profit with a custom shop.

@AJHart-eg1ys Жыл бұрын

It's a tough call. The increased cost would likely keep a lot of us out of the custom market. And I don't know how much of Leatherman's profits come from their current, higher-priced lines. If their sweet spot is populating that $50-$90 with the options most people want, I don't know that customized tools that would all likely exceed that price point will still turn a profit. Staffing and wait times would also have to increase quite a bit. It's easy enough to plan. I just don't know what the numbers say.

@jimzee6954 2 жыл бұрын

Finally a multiple tool without scissors!! For me the file is used so much more than the scissors! Almost like the Leatherman I carried in the service! Will be picking up one for sure!

@jofrigi 2 жыл бұрын

Get the Rebar mate, it's without scissors but all tools lock - still had replaceable wirecutters and the saw... it's the better version of the bond ^^

@jimzwerlein6012 2 жыл бұрын

@@jofrigi thanks! I shall be check it out.

@srbontrager 2 жыл бұрын

Just a few days ago I snapped off the tip of the one of the pliers tips of my Leatherman Free P4. So, I replaced it with one that I'd been wanting for a while. The Leatherman Charge+ TTi. To my surprise, it has the gut hook/strap cuter on the serrated blade. To my great pleasure, I discovered this works excellently as a orange peeler.

@hunterglaspell5580 2 жыл бұрын

Whaaat, you snapped the pliers on the free series, but leatherman said they were the strongest they ever made 😂. Guess that was a lie too

@srbontrager 2 жыл бұрын

@@hunterglaspell5580 I was inserting it into a busted rivet, to pry it out. With the amount of force I was exerting on it, It makes sense now why it snapped. It was near the tip, where the metal is the thinnest.

@mtgreengarden 2 жыл бұрын

years ago I loaned my PST to someone to do a quick repair. He gave it back with a busted plier tip. I filed off the other side so each tip was the same length. But, Leatherman stood behind it and sent me a new PST.

@srbontrager 2 жыл бұрын

@@mtgreengarden yeah, I'll probably get in touch with them Monday. I had an extremely busy weekend.

@MS-zb5fr 2 жыл бұрын

A Bond with a saw instead of the bottle opener would be great!

@MasterK9Trainer 2 жыл бұрын

Here's the thing I have an old Letterman classic and I purchased a couple of the Leatherman revs because they were super cheap. I personally don't really care for or need the loaded models but I don't see them as entry-level or professional they're just tools. As far as weight if it's something you're going to use then you just carry it. Some times for everyday carry the lighter tools and knives are nice because our pockets get weighed down with a lot of small items. I really think the perfect multi-tool is a knife with a blade, a can opener, bottle opener and maybe a file or an awl, but you can have more or less tools. Two multi-tools should be enough for anyone.

@deeboo1122 2 жыл бұрын

Not sure why they dont do more spring loaded options like the sidekick and the wingman

@mattconklin4026 2 жыл бұрын

I need my Leatherman to have a pocket clip, like the sidekick & wingman, cool video 🤙🏼😎

@gearlist 2 жыл бұрын

Was wondering when you were going to review the Bond - great recap as always 👍

@jkn2k 2 жыл бұрын

Did they fix the blade cutting from close position ?

@gerrero4504 2 жыл бұрын

Spaniard living in the UK, this is going to replace my leatherman Juice, a non locking blade is definitely a plus or me

@ArcticGator 2 жыл бұрын

Nice, the lack of a saw is a no for me, the saw on my super tool 200 i use more than the knife, that and the file for my axes and machetes, i really wish they would bring back the juice xe6, i missed my opportunity to grab that and am regretting it forever lol

@bosse641 2 жыл бұрын

Looks good. Handy little tool.

@derickvanrooyen2975 2 жыл бұрын

Great video thanks. I have a Leatherman Rev and find it very much the same as Bond

@simonh6371 Жыл бұрын

The Bond has a proper Phillips driver and a file with a usable length, and is much more robust than the Rev.

@fairwind8222 2 жыл бұрын

Love the throw back, but like the wood saw better than the file. It’s still 👍🏻

@normanheilman7457 2 жыл бұрын

RIP little screws. Hopefully you saw the screws falling out of the small box. Great review though. I have the Leatherman Juice S2 and LOVE it, but its pretty old now so I am looking for something that has a warranty as i bought my juice second hand. I may just pick up the bond.

@williamhollar7844 2 жыл бұрын

Good video that are coming out with a new tool august 17th

@user-vo1ni1im1l 2 жыл бұрын

Bond is kinda hinting at our UK bretheren ;) I bought my first Letherman (original Supertool) back in 1997 while in the US as an exchange student. That was a present for my dad. It did not see any extensive use but I happened to ruin its wire cutting teeth (made it straight later, though). But when it came to buyng the one for me, I opted for ST300. To be frank, though, if Rebar had appeared earlier I would have bought Rebar. Solid piece of tool much like the ST300 in a smaller package. But guess what! Do I carry my ST300? No! Neither in town, nor while in the woods. The weight is an issue in both cases. Juice is my edc companion! Still if choosing between the Bond and the Rebar, I'd go for the latter.

@reg428 2 жыл бұрын

I'll stick with my Rebar

@dasta7658 2 жыл бұрын

I carried a PST for 4 years when I was in the Army and it did everything well. I never needed anything additional. Unfortunately I took it fishing and left it in my tackle box and went on leave for 4 weeks. After I returned to work I pulled it out and it was coated in rust. Completely my fault, but it couldn't get another PST and I moved onto different brands. In 2019 I came back to Leatherman and love them! I will buy the Bond only for sentimental reasons because I cherished that PST. These day I need a multitool with a saw, good knife and awl (plus the pliers of course).

@AlaskanFrontier1 2 жыл бұрын

You could just buy a PST off of eBay

@scotthalvorson1161 2 жыл бұрын

LAPG makes great bags

@93DracoX 2 жыл бұрын

Great video GT! I really like this one, but the fact that it’s almost exactly the same as the Rebar kind of pushes me away since I already have that one. Not to mention I edc a Juice on a hanging pocket clip so I don’t see where this one fits in. Hope you picked up those screws for the pocket gear clip before you return it! Hehehe.

@gideonstactical 2 жыл бұрын

Haha I did! It was fun to see that

@EriclesMH 2 жыл бұрын

I saw an issue in other reviews months ago with the knife blade coming out ever so slightly from little to no retention in the closed position. Is it still a problem?

@lancevaughn5337 2 жыл бұрын

Going to Europe in March 2022….this gives me an option over a Swiss Army knife. Will have to give this serious consideration.

@jasonjulian1 2 жыл бұрын

I think they made this so they had a cheaper to tool to send as a replacement for those people who buy busted PST's on eBay and send them in. Now they don't have to give you a full Rebar. Saves LM money in the long run.

@marcdee4427 2 жыл бұрын

Only 2 questions, is 420 high carbon steel better than victorinox steel? And prefer the interchangeable cutters on the pliers. I’m English and finally I can get a brilliant American 🇺🇸 leatherman , fantastic, thanks for the video. I’m now a subscriber

@HighSpeedNoDrag 2 жыл бұрын

The Leatherman Wave is my favorite and is on my belt every waking moment with Zero exceptions. Excellent Video as always.

@gopherstate777 2 жыл бұрын

The Wave is overkill and try's to be all things to all people.

@devatwell334 Жыл бұрын

I use the bold instead of more expensive leathermans for my jobsite

@krtc76 2 жыл бұрын

Its old school and compact... which is cool. The new Curl looks awesome too.

@kejadventures241 2 жыл бұрын

Kinda seems like they are out of ideas. Seems like they took some ideas from other products added a few niche ones but overall took a step back. No replaceable cutters, Solid body construction. A file over a saw is nice but the files wear out pretty quick It just becomes a rusty pry bar. If you're genuinely doing something that requires pliers which is the true selling point of Leatherman, small pliers are a tease. Need to get back on the path of high quality low maintenance easy to work on belt tool that stays with you everywhere you go. Picking which tool options you want on the Leatherman always sucks because you always end up finding a use for the ones you don't have. I get the military has a market but the civilian market will always be their money maker.

@jasons6307 2 жыл бұрын

Great video!

@thomasf.9869 2 жыл бұрын

For safety a locking blade is better for all but the most minor cutting tasks. The other tools do not need to lock.

@acampmier 2 жыл бұрын

9 mins in screws dumped out on the ground. Sad face 😞

@VilleWitt 2 жыл бұрын

Use threadlock

@semco72057 2 жыл бұрын

That tool looks nice, but I have Gerber multi-tools and decided to stay with them because they have the tools I need and use regularly and I am able to use the bit sets from DeWalt and other companies with this multi-tool brand. Leatherman tools are nice but can't use the bits used by other tool companies.

@MichaelLaing71 2 жыл бұрын

In regard to locking knives being in the UK does limit where and how it is possible to carry a multitool with a locking blade. I have a Charge TTI and whilst it is much more practical to use than a non locking multitool, I can only really ever use it at home or when working. The vast majority of the time, if I need to carry a multitool, I use my old PST II. which I have had for 20+ years. The Bond, basically reminds me of the original PST but slightly more comfortable to hold when using the pliers. From the looks of it, whilst non locking the tools, are a little bit harder to accidentally fold in when using. But I don't really see enough of an advantage for me to update from my PST II and the fact that it is missing a pair of scissors, really limits how I would ever use it.

@simonh6371 Жыл бұрын

True, I'm in the UK too but I don't own a PST and now they're virtually impossible to find, and if you can find one they cost more than the Bond. So for me the Bond which I got for less than £50 is brilliant, I'm surprised at how pocketable it is, it fits fine in the 5th pocket on jeans, and I actually shelled out another tenner on the pocket clip too.

@nothim7321 2 жыл бұрын

I love the the P4 Free. This Bond is maybe just a little too basic, a little too retro. I get the budget to functionality aspect and the overseas legality.

@Horde334 2 жыл бұрын

Too think the free p4 is not only more expensive then the surge but also has a worse set of tools when compared to the wave starting with Worthlessly tiny and useless "file", 3 flathead screwdrivers with a worthlessly short ruler on one of them (wow very innovative leatherman), and no bit exchanger a leatherman wingmans Phillips Screwdriver on a 150$ tool...thats not at all insulting, and a 420hc knife im not gonna lie i don't see how anyone can see a 150$ worth of tool in that....

@nothim7321 2 жыл бұрын

@@Horde334 1 I didn't pay that much. 2 I find the one handed opening for all tools extremely useful. 3 There ARE bit kits that are available that will fit the P4. 4 The ruler and file aren't tools I use commonly. 5 I don't just carry 1 multitool daily. This is a backup for those times I absolutely do need that particular ease of one handed use.

@Horde334 2 жыл бұрын

@@nothim7321 1. Where did you find them cheaper then a surge cause 2. Might be useful to you but the whole "one handed opening for all tools" doesn't sell me on it being more expensive then most of their current lineup still 3. What bit kit are you talking about cause if its an aftermarket part that means terrible value cause it should've been built in the first time around. 4. Point proven on the worthless file and ruler cause the bond may be "too retro" but it atleast has a useful file. 5. Awfully expensive for a "backup tool" and a ease of use. Still don't understand how someone can say a design that was intentionally going for the original leatherman design is "too retro" "too basic" when in reality the p4 is a overpriced fidget tool with poorly designed tools and magnets....

@mattb.934 2 жыл бұрын

I love Leatherman but I think they missed the mark again. At least for me and several others that I know, the best tool would be an ST300 or rebar with all of the same tools except with good scissors in place of one of the blades.

@shrubberry9774 2 жыл бұрын

Well put, and I agree.