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#154228 - 11/04/08 03:05 AM Re: Leatherman Wave? [Re: Desperado]
Markok765 Offline
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Registered: 11/04/08
Posts: 24
Loc: Canada
The company is not publicly traded. I think I'll get the Wave tomorrow, and get a new lens for my camera [I'm a photographer] when I get paid for a shoot I did.

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#154231 - 11/04/08 03:10 AM Re: Leatherman Wave? [Re: Markok765]
Am_Fear_Liath_Mor Offline
Carpal Tunnel

Registered: 08/03/07
Posts: 3078
Quote:
Whats the difference between the Charge TTi and the Wave? The tool list looks the same. What do I get with the better metal?


The 154CM steel blade will achieve a sharper blade and will retain its sharpness over a longer period than the 420HC steel. Its cutting ability and durability is much greater, which is an important factor for the small blades found on the these multitools.

http://cutleryscience.com/reviews/blade_materials.html#stainless


Edited by Am_Fear_Liath_Mor (11/04/08 03:14 AM)

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#154236 - 11/04/08 03:23 AM Re: Leatherman Wave? [Re: Am_Fear_Liath_Mor]
Markok765 Offline
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Registered: 11/04/08
Posts: 24
Loc: Canada
Thanks for the info! However, I think I'll get the Wave as it is less money, and I believe it will suit my needs even with lesser steel.

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#154242 - 11/04/08 04:42 AM Re: Leatherman Wave? [Re: Markok765]
dougwalkabout Offline
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Registered: 02/03/07
Posts: 3219
Loc: Alberta, Canada
Hey, Markok, welcome.

+100 on the Wave II. I have at least half a dozen Wave/Charge tools around. Carry them every day. Nothing else comes close in terms of functionality.

You need to shop around though. Don't get ripped off by the big retailers. Mountain Equipment Co-op sells the basic Wave II for $69 CAD IIRC.

(Edit: if you want the black aluminum clad Charge with the 154CM blade, Costco [Edmonton] carries them bundled with the pocket clip and a basic Leatherman folder for $100 CAD. Great deal. I couldn't resist ... I'm so freakin' weak.)


Edited by dougwalkabout (11/04/08 04:58 AM)

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#154244 - 11/04/08 05:54 AM Re: Leatherman Wave? [Re: dougwalkabout]
Tom_L Offline
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Registered: 03/19/07
Posts: 690
Just another thumbs up for the Leatherman Wave. I've had one for a few years now. It does not replace a fixed blade knife, not even a quality folder (the knife blade on the Wave is a bit soft, though still usable). But as a general purpose tool/backup you'd be hard pressed to find anything nearly as practical. Besides, it's just the right size, not too big or heavy.

It does seem expensive but once you make the purchase you'll never regret it. You really do get what you paid for.

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#154245 - 11/04/08 07:42 AM Re: Leatherman Wave? [Re: Markok765]
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Originally Posted By: Markok765
Whats the difference between the Charge TTi and the Wave? The tool list looks the same. What do I get with the better metal?


The big difference - for me was the S30V blade on the TTi - frankly, I had some of the leathermen with the 420HC blades - I never ever carried them as my EDC, as mostly, I want a KNIFE. Every time I tried carrying one, I was disapointed, I thought of getting the Ti with the 154cm blade, but then saw the TTi was coming out, and I waited. Glad I did - the TTi became my EDC knife, and I'm very picky about knives
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#154247 - 11/04/08 08:09 AM Re: Leatherman Wave? [Re: Markok765]
Leigh_Ratcliffe Offline
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The Wave is considered to be the benchmark standard for multitools.

As others have pointed out, get the 154CM or S30V steel version.

I am going to dissent on one point, and I say this as someone who has owned a Leatherman ever since Tim Leatherman brought out the original, I do not think that it is the best tool for E.D.C. For that the Victorinox tools are better.
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#154248 - 11/04/08 10:58 AM Re: Leatherman Wave? [Re: Leigh_Ratcliffe]
Kris Offline
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Registered: 04/13/07
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Loc: A Canadian Back in Canada
Originally Posted By: Leigh_Ratcliffe
The Wave is considered to be the benchmark standard for multitools.

As others have pointed out, get the 154CM or S30V steel version.

I am going to dissent on one point, and I say this as someone who has owned a Leatherman ever since Tim Leatherman brought out the original, I do not think that it is the best tool for E.D.C. For that the Victorinox tools are better.


Agree!
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#154261 - 11/04/08 03:30 PM Re: Leatherman Wave? [Re: Markok765]
Stoney Offline
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Registered: 04/21/08
Posts: 55
Loc: Michigan
Originally Posted By: Markok765
Whats the difference between the Charge TTi and the Wave? The tool list looks the same. What do I get with the better metal?


Softer metal and a gut hook on the surrated blade. Frankly I like the softer metal, its easier to sharpen with home made sharpeners (400 grit sandpaper carpet taped to just about anything flat). Just watch what you cut with the knife. If you need to cut metal the edge of the diamond/metal file serves as a hacksaw. For soft metal use the cutters on the pliers.

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#154268 - 11/04/08 05:04 PM Re: Leatherman Wave? [Re: Leigh_Ratcliffe]
Stu Offline
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Originally Posted By: Leigh_Ratcliffe
I am going to dissent on one point, and I say this as someone who has owned a Leatherman ever since Tim Leatherman brought out the original, I do not think that it is the best tool for E.D.C. For that the Victorinox tools are better.

I EDC A Swiss Tool Spirit after putting my wave in storage. I like the Spirit better.
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