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My Favorite Tool!! The Leatherman Wave. A Tradesman's Opinion!
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Күн бұрынWhat's Happening Everyone! In this video I share with you my favorite tool. A tool that has been with me everyday for the last 8 years and has never let me down, the Leatherman Wave!
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@tikofthetoka5650 3 жыл бұрын
I've watched hundreds of Leatherman videos, this is my favorite. Showing it in action rather than just laying on a table.
@JohnMcGrathManInShed 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it 👍
@jrc202 2 жыл бұрын
Your right 99 percent of the leatherman are about cutting branches I was thinking that all I can do with my leatherman is to cut down branches to. They should make more video of using a leatherman in the field
@michaelcurtis5040 2 жыл бұрын
I fully agree! Best Leatherman video.
@jrc202 2 жыл бұрын
All the video you see people cutting branches from a tree this is my favorite video . actually someone putting a Leatherman to use like it sopose to be use
@shedlife1783 5 ай бұрын
A happy Wave+ owner here. Nice to see a multi tool that has actually been used. Most are polished and kept in a drawer 😅
@jpuop 3 жыл бұрын
Iv found the wood saw to be perfect for drywall (plaster board) and also pvc plumbing pipe! Works amazing
@woodentulike2no 3 жыл бұрын
I have never seen anyone strip wire that fast. Impressive! Wave is my favorite too. Great review!
@westinkamari5560 3 жыл бұрын
I dont mean to be offtopic but does any of you know a tool to log back into an Instagram account?? I was stupid lost the account password. I love any tricks you can offer me.
@danieljulius1818 3 жыл бұрын
@Westin Kamari Instablaster :)
@westinkamari5560 3 жыл бұрын
@Daniel Julius Thanks so much for your reply. I found the site thru google and Im trying it out atm. I see it takes a while so I will reply here later when my account password hopefully is recovered.
@westinkamari5560 3 жыл бұрын
@Daniel Julius it worked and I now got access to my account again. Im so happy! Thanks so much, you saved my account :D
@danieljulius1818 3 жыл бұрын
@Westin Kamari happy to help :D
@harrydaniels9951 3 жыл бұрын
The Leatherman Wave is the best multi tool ever made and the best bang for the buck 😃
@stevedriscoll2539 2 жыл бұрын
No question here...and I have gerbers, Bibury, and others. The "wave" has stood the test of time.
@macgyverbryan1377 3 жыл бұрын
The can opener will strip wire also. The style tweezers will fit in the pocket clip space too.
@patrickbledsoe2176 Жыл бұрын
Where can get those tweezers
@TdSharp 2 жыл бұрын
Best review/demo of this tool ive seen. Leatherman should pay you!
@JohnMcGrathManInShed 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@glasshalffull5199 3 жыл бұрын
They honour the lifetime guarantee too. Broke the blade on a 15 year old one, they replaced with the closest modern version.
@grovesy333 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic service, you can pretty much break it in half and they will replace it with no questions asked
@RobertHOTodd 3 жыл бұрын
John another great video, I too keep my Leatherman close at hand always. Keep it up!
@HughPecon 3 жыл бұрын
Great review. The Wave is an absolute must have EDC tool. I could not imagine leaving my house without my Wave+ on my hip. It has saved the day many many times.
@kylehca 2 жыл бұрын
Great video, I've had my wave for 10 years and love it so much. It is very very capable
@garethwatson7999 3 жыл бұрын
Best pocket multitool available, any tradesman should own one, lifetime warranty, no quibbles like for like swap if it breaks, had mine for about 6 years and it’s my second one as I took the first one back because the pliers had become loose, the shop sent it off and Leatherman just sent me the brand new version out, amazing! Well worth £140 👍
@MrThomasLion Жыл бұрын
great video. 2 other uses for the tool that are useful for electricians: the sharpened notch in the can opener is for stripping wire (put the wire in and press the tool against the frame) and behind the pliers are wire crimpers that work well in a pinch.
@ericdonnelly5824 3 жыл бұрын
I carry my Wave for the last 9 years now, except for weekends, gone through 2 pouches, till I made one in thick leather.
@macgyverbryan1377 3 жыл бұрын
A Wave has been in my tool belt for 14 years, one in the pocket too.
@TheSilentsniper1973 Жыл бұрын
I own 3 waves. One for work, one is in the kitchen drawer and one as a edc. My oldest is the first one brought out and I had I signed by Tim leatherman himself
@stevenfenemore5431 16 күн бұрын
Best review of the wave I've ever seen someone really uses it fair play mate made my mind up for which leatherman to buy
@nickbild3538 3 жыл бұрын
Had one longer than I can remember. Love it. I live in Oregon where they are made! I enjoy to your channel very much. Keep the content coming!
@oddjobkia 3 жыл бұрын
I have had so many cheap multi tools... then I bought a Leatherman Wave....oh my word its ideal.. I work in theatre and I use it every day, managed to get a secondhand one in black ( I think ex military) it goes with me everywhere, I have fixed Lanterns with it, Sound equipment, cut off protruding timber and carved foam with it. Thank you for the info on the file, never really used it but now I will
@bentaylor4570 Жыл бұрын
I work in an office and from tie to time i need simple tools. My daughter got me a bolster(Costco leather man). I love it as it is light, has a knife, pliers, and a small screwdriver.
@johncstahnii6634 3 жыл бұрын
Good video John I also enjoy your other videos. I was given “the wave” for Christmas 11-12 years ago. I’m a retired professional gardener-50 years overall. I used it a lot until one day I realized I had “lost” it. Saddened I received another Leatherman but not the wave. A good tool but edges were rougher so I made do--until we moved into our new house 3 years ago, & I found behind my dresser. Wow! I keep the other one in the truck & the “wave” is on my belt!!
@JohnMcGrathManInShed 3 жыл бұрын
I can imagine how you felt when you saw it behind the dresser!! Nice!
@UFwho Жыл бұрын
Man! I’ve had 4 in the last 32 years. Lost two of them. I broke the blade on a Wave once. I’ve been using the same Wave now daily (that’s an understatement) for at least 12 years. When it was new I could pull splitters with the pliers. I’ve used it as a hammer a few times. I used it to steer a race car with no steering wheel (walking next to the car and pushing it). I once made a new hole in a leather belt with it. The fkn thing even has a precise 8” ruler. Those who know, know. Btw! Just found a neat Chinese case that clips into the Wave specifically. I can rotate the case on my hip, press the scissor-lock button and it falls out into my hand. Putting it back is even more satisfying. This tool becomes an extra limb for long time users. A very functional extra limb. I cut a 6” tree down once with it. I can go on and on and on…
@brandonlindblom7945 Жыл бұрын
Got one of these 2 years ago or something and I love it I barley work with my hands but I am going to so I can’t wait to start using it seriously
@waveoflight 3 жыл бұрын
Ive had mine for 15 years. I was just talking with someone about how I have not lost it in that time.
@donkeyblue3094 2 жыл бұрын
Great video. Additionally, an Irish brogue is the most beautiful sounding accent.
@JohnMcGrathManInShed 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@MrGatya2 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! You have a nice accent! Finally the video I was looking for. When others showcase the plier cutting quality they always cut harder and harder thin wires with it and not larger. I want to use the pliers exactly the way you did in this video and didn't know wether they would cut larger electrical wires. Thank you for confirming it for me!
@JohnMcGrathManInShed 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to help Daniel
@cuebj 3 жыл бұрын
Had one, didn't use it, too heavy in pocket, gave it away. Was given same thing with different name (just found it - Gerber) by someone who didn't use it. Now inspired to keep it with me and get into habit of using it. Would save lots of dashing to and fro between workpiece and where I've put down the proper tools. Having seen a few very nasty falls where people tripped on that strapping, I always cut it up very short - 6" lengths. Even pick it up if I see it lying around. Hate it. Tool in pocket or on belt will let me chop it up whenever I see the stuff
@jimbeaux89 Жыл бұрын
As an industrial air compressor technician, I carry the big brother to the wave (the surge) and I really put it through its paces. It’s held up so incredibly well for 4 years. I use it all the time
@BluuurghAg9 3 жыл бұрын
I was thinking about getting one of these, seeing your enthusiasm sort of makes it easier to make a decision, thanks!
@JohnMcGrathManInShed 3 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help!
@thulegezelschap5884 3 жыл бұрын
Get it you won’t regret it. I have the Charge and I EDC it with the bitkit. With the bit kit and the extender you will most likely skip grabbing your toolbox in 80% of the quick fixes
@frankslittleworkshop 3 жыл бұрын
Nicely done John 😁. Great demos and you can tell by the way you hold it that it is "a trusty old friend". My one is still going strong (15 years) and it still surprises me every time I use it how sharp the blade is.... it must be magic 😁. Thanks for the video John, stay safe 😁👍
@justinmurphymusic4205 2 жыл бұрын
You're my hero! An electrician and a musician... and Irish! Great minds think alike. From the States coming to visit Ireland in a couple weeks. Can't wait!
@peterwilliams6188 3 жыл бұрын
I bought one of these multi tools in the US about a year ago. It is fantastic. Great video John.
@Geared84 Жыл бұрын
I use my ruler on my Leatherman to measure bolts diameter for a quick job, so I know I grab the right sockets. Good video
@dbag57 3 күн бұрын
What a great review! I wish more channels showed the tools in use. I would love a wave but you cant carry them without good reason in the uk, so I doubt it would be worth the cost
@OzSawdustMakers 3 жыл бұрын
I must get myself a decent leatherman! I always have a cheaper version that i keep in the car glovebox or in my camping gear but now im woodworking full time and not spending time in an office this looks brilliant. Convenience/10 Cheers mate!
@stevedriscoll2539 2 жыл бұрын
John, that is, hands down, the best working demonstration and promotion of the Leatherman "Wave" that I have seen; and, I am a multitool "nutter", so I have watched dozens if not a hundred videos on just Leatherman multitools. I have three (maybe 4) second generation "waves" and I love them. I am a mechanic, and I carry a Leatherman "fuse" everday...but my waves are always close in my main tool box or my car's glovebox
@JohnMcGrathManInShed 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Steve
@tspis 3 жыл бұрын
Just a few minor clarifications: the Wave (and most Leatherman tools) use 420HC, not 440C (unfortunately - because 440C is superior to 420HC). Also, Leatherman does NOT use VG10 in any of its tools. It does, however, use S30V in some of the more premium versions of the Charge (like the TTi, for example) - and S30V is actually superior to VG10. The "regular" versions of Charge, as well as the Skeletool CX, use 154CM, which is Leatherman's mid-shelf steel offering.
@JohnMcGrathManInShed 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for that.
@edgaraquino2324 3 жыл бұрын
Hi, John - great video - subscribed - you might consider using the tip of the serrated blade to open boxes, etc.- it has great draw-cut capability and will give your main blade a rest...What do you think of the bit kit and extender? I think you would find them most useful...Also, the bottle - can opener will strip wire well and will give your cutters a rest...
@DavidJayCohenCoolTV Жыл бұрын
I am a leather man surge owner and I see you wire stripping and you make it look so easy could please do a close up video tutorial on wire stripping for us amateurs please
@randyross282 3 жыл бұрын
My favorite is the Surge leatherman!
@michaelerskine9075 3 жыл бұрын
Hi John, top review, Leathermans are the best. I bought one of the first in 1990 for £50, still working although I have bought a few more since, they really become your best friend. Keep up the great work.
@JohnMcGrathManInShed 3 жыл бұрын
They are good might be tempted to get another 😁
@kingsxfan99 Жыл бұрын
I was just browsing ebay today and happened upon one of these in great condition so I threw a last minute bid on it. Got it for $43. I love Leatherman tools.
@thulegezelschap5884 3 жыл бұрын
I do substitute my real tools with this a lot tbh. Whenever I have to fix something fast I usually fix it in less time than walking to the shed would take.
@grahamlewis9656 3 жыл бұрын
great video i have been looking into buying a leatherman but didn't know which one to go for, thankfully you have answered the question.
@JohnMcGrathManInShed 3 жыл бұрын
Glad to be of help
@jkelly02 7 ай бұрын
Just bought the Wave+. Thanks for introducing me to my new EDC.
@JohnMcGrathManInShed 7 ай бұрын
Good choice!
@UFwho Жыл бұрын
Did you know the inside of the can opener is a good wire stripper? Near the pivot of the can opener. And the bit- kit comes with 44 different sizes.
@jrc202 2 жыл бұрын
Nice video finally a video that make since doing work with a leatherman tool everyone does a video of cutting a branch.
@JohnMcGrathManInShed 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@user-qg6fy4yp8t 3 жыл бұрын
Great video John! I have the wave since my army reserve days, I'm using it all the time : woodworking, hiking in the woods and first aid fix-up's around the house!!!
@davebedford5659 3 жыл бұрын
I have the same leatherman fantastic tool
@denvan3143 2 жыл бұрын
The Leatherman XE6 is my EDC but the Wave is my DIY tool; along with the Crunch it eliminates a lot of trips for the toolbox.
@garethwatson7999 3 жыл бұрын
The only thing wrong with the Wave is that the pliers are not sprung return, other than that they’re perfect!
@StrawbyteWorkshop 3 жыл бұрын
I have the later version (Wave+) and, like you, love it. As you say there's nothing half-arsed on it and the diamond file and scissors are probably my favourite tools as they are so surprisingly good. When I bought mine it came with a cracking ceramic blade sharpener tool which gets you the razer sharp edge on both the main blade and the cerated blade. Prior to the Wave I did have a cheaper 'generic' tool which I bought in Wickes over 20 years ago that got a lot of use but was essentially a bit crappy. The Leatherman is miles better by comparison and I do regret not taking the plunge earlier.
@JohnMcGrathManInShed 3 жыл бұрын
I have seen the new pack with the sharpener looks good!
@airford13 3 жыл бұрын
Wink wink nudge nudge, I caught that comment! Your a fan also, good to know. Leather man makes a damn good product.
@macgyverbryan1377 3 жыл бұрын
It's good to have a backup or ten.
@SDrizzy 2 жыл бұрын
leatherman should get you on the payroll john! youve sold this to me better than they ever could, youve earned a new subscriber
@JohnMcGrathManInShed 2 жыл бұрын
Cheers Sam
@stephenmackey4571 3 жыл бұрын
Best review ever.
@Mark-qn9xl 3 жыл бұрын
Great video review John. The Wave is certainly popular and you have shown some great use cases. I am thinking about getting one. I currently have the PST II which I got in 1999, it was their 4th design, still works great and a Skeltool that I got about 3 years ago as I wanted something really lightweight. I have used both extensively and they certainly do the job.
@JohnMcGrathManInShed 3 жыл бұрын
Get one you wont be disappointed, I had the Blast first which they don't make any more and I have a Gerber, the wave is just superior!
@jadedoldguy5233 Жыл бұрын
Excellent review. One of my very favorite tools as well, and I've carried one for the last 23 years. Subscribed.
@rioguzmanc 2 жыл бұрын
Great video John. Be aware that you have also a wire stripper in the can opener
@derweibhai Жыл бұрын
Need to try the pocket clip. It is a game changer.
@grovesy333 2 жыл бұрын
I find it amazing that if you ever break that, leatherman will send you a brand new wave plus amazing company and products. I have a leatherman squirt ps4 and a wingman great tools but I want a wave and a charge 😁
@woodfather 3 жыл бұрын
So much passion for a multi-tool, hah, awesome!
@JohnMcGrathManInShed 3 жыл бұрын
It's great lol
@macgyverbryan1377 3 жыл бұрын
It's a DIY iconic tool.
@JustSomeDude. 2 жыл бұрын
If you like the Wave, you'll LOVE a Surge.
@henrymorciszek7855 2 жыл бұрын
Great and informative video John !! Nice job. The Leatherman Wave is by far the best multi-tool ever made.
@JohnMcGrathManInShed 2 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more!
@myfaceback100 3 жыл бұрын
great video as always. for me the best is the Leatherman serge with the 1/4 adapter The big advantage for me with the Serge is the replaceable saw as it has a t-shank the same a jig saw as I use it all the time for 25mm trunking. with 1/4 adapter you are not stuck to what is on it
@thulegezelschap5884 3 жыл бұрын
I have the Surge and the Charge, the Surge is a better stronger tool but I think it is too big as a knife .. I wish I had bigger hands hahaha
@TruthSeekerAi 2 жыл бұрын
fyi the bottle opener has a wire stripper its that lil v shape part on the bottle opener
@drakejosh808 2 жыл бұрын
how do you sharpen your wave + blade, can you make a video on that please? thanks
@7775Kevin 7 ай бұрын
Great video, thanks
@celesgutis7639 3 жыл бұрын
Tienes razón en cuanto a sus mecanizados, calidad de su acero y utilidad de sus herramientas, sin embargo, en mi opinión, es hoy por hoy una multiherramienta con un sobrecosto demasiado alto. Conozco gente que la usa para trabajos demasiado pesados, demandando un sobreesfuerzo a esa Leatherman, y obviamente no les dura en buenas condiciones ni un año. Tener en cuenta que no es la octava maravilla, que solo es una multi para sacarnos de algún apuro y nada más. Ninguna multi sustituye a una herramienta especializada, y en ese sentido cualquier multiherramienta China de buena calidad, es suficiente para EDC, y por menos de la tercera parte del costo de esa Wave.
@stevedriscoll2539 2 жыл бұрын
Estoy de acuerdo con la mayoria de lo que dijiste, pero no estoy de acuerdo con que un multi chino sea una buena opción para (every day carry) (anque tengo el Bibury 21 en 1, y es bueno)...saludos
@HughPecon 2 жыл бұрын
Nope
@bwxbwx6453 2 жыл бұрын
Great video my personal favourite leatherman is the skeletool just an ideal tool for me I have bought a leatherman curl but haven't used it too much yet Again great video nice to see a real review
@steppy66 3 жыл бұрын
I have one and they are fantastic 👍👍👍
@macgyverbryan1377 3 жыл бұрын
Having a backup/alternate is a good idea.
@theproudamerican178 Жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed this video. Thanks my friend
@JohnMcGrathManInShed Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@michaelplays2449 3 жыл бұрын
Great video thanks
@edevard8445 3 жыл бұрын
Lovely video!
@kylecroft5807 3 жыл бұрын
Nice tool John 👌🇮🇪
@andrewgibbons8159 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks John. I got the wave plus. Great peice of kit. Toolfix.ie have a sale on at the moment
@saviom8166 3 жыл бұрын
Would you compare this with a Victorinox Swiss Tool in your work, over a period of time?
@laggmonkei 3 жыл бұрын
and it gets even better with a tiny extension and the bit kit. only bad thing really are the screws holding it together.. proprietary shite
@thulegezelschap5884 3 жыл бұрын
What screws? Those are just security torx you can find in sets at the cheap shops
@laggmonkei 3 жыл бұрын
@@thulegezelschap5884 www.tested.com/making/tools/915548-adam-savages-favorite-tools-ifixit-repair-toolkit/ he gets to the meat of the wave at: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bc-jppSly7_KqYE.html so yea 6 out of 8 screws are regular sec.torx but 2 of them are pentalobe shite screws. Now they might have changed that, my wave is 18years old after all.
@Brentw182 2 жыл бұрын
Great video John. Do you happen to know what the other side of the diamond file is for? Also, is the 3rd side on the edge of the file used for anything different? Does the notch on the end of the file do anything?
@gerald8573 3 ай бұрын
How are the laws in Ireland and how are they in the UK about carrying these?
@toolslover3645 Жыл бұрын
Wave + 👍💯
@gunlokman 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic review. Not only highly watchable but delievered by a professional user of the knife carries more credibility weight.
@JohnMcGrathManInShed 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks John.
@biophiliac9 Жыл бұрын
What is the flap that covers your front pockets? Never seen that before.
@toibis Жыл бұрын
Nice😎
@devatwell334 Жыл бұрын
You can tell you have stripped fair amount of cables in your time.
@brianlalor Жыл бұрын
I just got one today. Is that a Waterford accent?
@waholoopesorry74 2 ай бұрын
What do you do for rust prevention? Do you have a preferred oil?
@JohnMcGrathManInShed 2 ай бұрын
ProTec tool is good stuff
@samwise3013 3 жыл бұрын
Where did you get your shed from it’s awesome by the I’m a 5th year apprentice electrician
@JohnMcGrathManInShed 3 жыл бұрын
A company called Steeltech
@neglekt_official Жыл бұрын
Subbed💯✌🏾
@atdotcom64 2 жыл бұрын
Never get between an Irishman and his gold…!? :^)
@bhines9928 3 жыл бұрын
What kind of pants are those?
@JohnMcGrathManInShed 3 жыл бұрын
Snickers Workwear
@devscally 3 жыл бұрын
Why are you misleading all of your followers John? You are simply wrong. The serrated blade is for cutting chicken baguettes, not for cutting silly ropes.
@JohnMcGrathManInShed 3 жыл бұрын
😂
@macgyverbryan1377 3 жыл бұрын
It will make a mean sandwich too.
@usernamemykel Жыл бұрын
Have had my Wave+ for a few days. It needs to be "broken-in" - by a gorilla, over two day's time, with lots of lubricant and forcefully opening/closing the tool. I've never had a tool which needed to be broken in - especially this difficult. And the Philips screwdriver droops/dangles - what's with that ???? UPDATE: Now 1/2 of the pliers is stuck - wedged tightly between aforementioned Philips screwdriver and the adjacent tool - am sending it back to Amazon for a refund - I’m FEDUP with this tool. 👎👎👎😾😾
@DavidJayCohenCoolTV Жыл бұрын
I am a leather man surge owner and I see you wire stripping and you make it look so easy could please do a close up video tutorial on wire stripping for us amateurs please
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