Why would they want to recreate the Rebar. The Bond is a good modern rendition of the venerable PST. Not just for Europe, but for anyone interested in a smaller, lighter, pocket clipped MT. Glad you corrected that. There were also some other differences between the Bond and Rebar. They are not exactly the same except for one tool
I'd love to see a "updated" leatherman juice. The micra and squirt are nice because they are so lightweight but they also don't feel robust enough for some medium tasks but the wave/surge/rebar can be a bit too heavy if you want lighter carry. I really wish I had picked up a Juice S2 when they were still available. Thanks for another great video.
Totally agree on the Juice S2. I always carry mine with me, can´t imagine being without it. I regret not buying a spare before it got discontinued - to me it is the perfect size. I have the Wave and its great, but too big to lug around. The tool you´re going to use is the one you have with you.
The juice S2 has been my international travel multi tool for years due it’s smaller non locking blade and ability to use the philips based bit kit. It really was perfect in that role.
The Bond is a great tool. I bought one in Feb 2022 and as far as I can tell the blade issue has been fixed -- you can shake it violently and even drop it on the floor and that blade will not "fall out". Given the size and smooth outside profile (nothing sticking out like the lock tabs on other models) it is extremely comfortable in the pocket (I'm about 200lbs, 34in waist and carry it in mostly slim Levis). It is essentially a Rebar with a pocket clip. No locks, but the slip joints are stiff enough to get a good amount of work done -- its not like the tools just flop around.. Those springs are tough as hell. It's not going to compete with a Rebar or ST300 in a construction/industrial setting, but as a non-threatening, casual EDC for life outside of work I've been very happy with it for the last 3 months. If they put a pocket clip on the Rebar I would absolutely carry it instead but in this tool family the Bond is the only in-pocket option, and it does a fine job around the house and yard. This weekend I did a full carb and muffler service on my 2-stroke weed eater with it. If slip joint tools are that terrible, someone better let Victorinox know cause they've been building an empire on them for over a hundred years, just sayin'. Also, I wish he made this correction more obvious or reshot that section of video: the Bond *absolutely does* have a file. They reduced the saw and serrated blade from the rebar, not the file.
I started, in the early 90s, edc-ing with the PST. Then, I moved on to the Rebar; and finally found a Blast. The Blast is my favorite edc. I use the "new" Surge at work (in a warehouse). And the KF4 is my favorite "lite" tool (but have a PS4 on my key ring). Great review, Ty.
I love my Juice S2, I regret that I didn't buy the CS4, for me that would have been the perfect edc multitool. I just can't find anything on the market today that would have the same tools as the CS4 in that compact size. Great video, I hope that Leatherman pays attention to the suggestions you make.
Thanks for this interesting video. Personally for any work that needs a strong grip, I'm really glad Leatherman left the sharp edge handles in 90's. Those nasty handles are why I owned a SOG Paratool until the Wave came out !
I bought a Bond a week ago. I bought it as my first Leatherman because it looked classy, slim, yet had some beefy tools. However, I just couldn’t get over the blade issue. I returned it and bought a Rebar instead and am in love with it.
Great update! Reached out to Leatherman about the Bond and got a pretty canned reply, but they said that sending it in for warranty would "fix it". We'll see... The Sideclip is my favorite of the "vintage" Leatherman tools for sure. Super slim, sleek and I like how the branding on the clip is such a different style from the PST. Really refined in its looks. Was able to find a pretty good price on both the bead blasted and the polished versions (like the polished more I think...)
Great Video. I agree they should reintroduce and update the Juice series, being from the UK it seems like a good size (it's a shame it's hard to come by now)
Because of this channel about a year ago I purchased a side clip.. liked it so much I bought another one... Great tool and like you said the curled over handle edges is a non issue.... because of this video eBay will sell out on side clips for the time being and the price will go up..🤣
As someone who lives in the UK I would definitely consider the Bond, the only reason why I haven't gone for a bigger leatherman is because of the locking blade, I have a micra which I like
Oh man, its like you read my mind. I miss the juice series so much. I only picked up the cs4 but always wanted an s2. I also missed out on the side clip too.
Love your videos, they are the best EDC Tool Videos on the net! I'm right there with you on the Juice S2, matter of fact, I was thinking about that today and will be calling Leatherman to give them my thoughts. I've been carrying the Juice S2 everyday for years now and find it indispensable for my needs. There is nothing in the current Leatherman lineup that replaces it. I'd love to see one that is slimmer, and lighter with a pocket clip, torx screws, and a bit driver to replace the 4 screwdrivers in the tool. That would free up space for something more useful like a combination file and/or awl. Need to put some more thought to that, but you get my drift...
The Kf4 is one of the best multitools leatherman has ever released. Same functionality as the ST300 in a much smaller and lighter package. I have 3 Kf4s, two back ups 😂
I have a Chinese Juice clone that I bought more than 15 years ago as an EDC multitool for my work as an industrial climber, I specifically chose the clone because it was so cheap (about $7 at the time) but still relatively good quality and the chances of it getting stolen were pretty high (It's the second one I bought because the first one actually did get stolen). I have a Surge but because I live in Germany I can't EDC it so it is exclusively used at work (carpentry) and at home, IMO it's a bit heavy for regular EDC anyway. So the Juice clone is my EDC, I love the form factor and selection of tools, I haven't done a direct comparison but for sure it is heavier and thicker than the real Juice and uses a much lower quality steel but, to be fair, after 15+ years of use it is still in great shape. If Leatherman reissued the Juice I would buy one (more likely 2) in a heartbeat!
As someone that rarely uses the saw or serrated blade, I would prefer a lighter and thinner tool without them. Plus the cost saving. I've been carrying the Sideclip every day for ages and have recently replaced it with the Bond. The Sideclip has the best selection of flat screwdrivers in any Leatherman. The Pulse's small driver is too small, newer ones like the Bond and Rebar don't have a small driver that fits electrical terminals.
The juice S2 is my favorite leatherman, it's small and has all the right tool. It's not a sturdy tool, but for mostly on every day stuff (opening of various of boxes, paint cans, beer bottles and adjusting and tightening different regular and philiphead screws and some poke around) this is the tool I love to carry on my person. If I'm going places I do tend to bring along a more sturdy piece of leatherman tool (mostly the free p4 or the surge) depending on the trip or the location. But for most tasks around my every day scenario the Juice S2 is cutting it (no pun intended, the blade is not the best part, which for me living in Norway that has a strict knive regulation is probably a good thing) anyways totally agreed with you on a 21 first century update on that, and thanks for the information that you give on such a nice and informative way
I just recently received my Talos multitool, made by Ganvas. While it is very much a budget multitool, it has a surprisingly good pair of scissors. I've even thought of replacing the scissors of my Surge with the Talos scissors, they are that good. The rest of the tools seem relatively decent for what they are, and for the price. The phillips driver seems to be made only as a #1 phillips, but is sort-of compatible with the Leatherman Blast bit driver adapter. (It is a little thinner in one direction leading the bit adapter to be a little wobbly, but could be fixed with a shim.) The spring retention of the handles makes it really nice for a pocket carry. Honestly I like to just fold and unfold them as a fidget tool. They have a really satisfying spring loaded lockup in both the open and closed position. The wire cutters also seem to work a little better than they do on either of my Surges. (Unfortunately the replaceable cutters do not seem to be compatible with the ones from Leatherman.) After having wrote this, I went and looked at some pictures. It seems like the company that is manufacturing the Talos pliers is also making plier based multitools for Wetools, biburytools and various others. Based on the shape of the cutout for the spring retention of the handles, and the shape of some of the inner tools.
A revived Juice is really all I want from Leatherman. . . Aside from a fancy Surge. But I have like fifty Juices, and I wouldn’t mind a current production version. They’re the perfect size and just so handy. Literally just address the issue of the back springs occasionally spontaneously snapping and it’d be perfect
Would installing a neo magnet at the top end of the handle act to 'pull' the blade into the fully stowed position and keep it from flapping around? My ideal Juice replacement would be a Wave style model slimmed down in terms of both length and thickness, but with retained width so that even with slightly shorter blades they would retain the same breath of steel (and hence rigidity and robust form factor, and (the curse of the juice) the fracturing of thin springs. This would be achieved by fewer (two) long blades in a 3.5 inch frame, and secondary blades whose length could be retained somewhat if the nose length of the pliers was reduced. Form Factor: Wave/Surge style built to a diminuitive 3.5 inch frame length. Pliers: The pliers would have shorter nose length to maximise space for secondary blade size in the shorter frame; with the reduction in size replaceable cutting edges would probably have to be sacrificed. Primary Blades: Side 1 C30V Straight bladed knife with a gut hook on the back. Side 2 File. Diamond/Cross Cut combination file removable so it can be used to sharpen the blade if needed or a longer saw blade or file unit temporarily fitted if needed. Secondary Blades On the secondary blade perspective there could be room for three thin blades or two thicker options on each side. Side 1 2D bit holder, The reason not to have fixed 'screwdriver' blades is to allow for convenient carriage of torx, posidrive, philips, and flat blades depending on what you normally need. Built in stowage for two or three bits for the driver (basically a magnetised flip out L shaped blade to retain the bits - while the blade is closed in the handle they could not fall out as the back and side of the handle would form the other two sides) Side 2 Threadable Awl Can/Bottle opener/wire stripper Broad flat blade pry tool with a chisel edge bevel on the tip and side.
Is there a multitool with detachable diamond file or stone on the market ? I don't mean if this particular brand has one but if there is any such type of tool. It would be pretty handy to have both knife and sharpening stone in one multitool.
I still have the PST 1 and PST2 (which added scissors). When the Bond came out, I imagined that Leatherman designers said: "Well we can't come up with any new multitool concepts, so let's go retro and produce a revamped version of the old PST, with tools that you can access only when you open the handles. Maybe smooth the pliers' gripping surface a bit.... I guess that will have to do for the next couple of years.... " If they want to revamp anything, let them bring back the Juice! A great little toolset that has everything I need:- > pliers + wirecutters > knife blade > scissors > flat head driver (s) > Phillips head driver The Bond? Disappointing.
I just realised that the sideclip actually has almost same capabilities as a Skeletool. The differences being that all the drivers are on bits and the blade is locking also doesnt have a can opener but even the size is almost the same.
another video idea is a saw comparison with multi tools that have different sizes, shapes and brands. similar to the serrated blade comparison u did :)
Maybe they just ran out of stock. I’m sure hoping they get this knife issue corrected though. I called customer service and was informed that they were aware of the problem and engineering was working on a solution.
I've carried a Juice Pro for years, and one of the most underrated features of the Juice series is the scissors. They're actually LONGER than the scissors on the Surge... and I think the spring is a little more consistent as well. They can't match the leverage or robustness of the Surge scissors though.
I have the sidekick and I would take it over any of the bulky stuff currently offered. Only upgrade it needs are replaceable cutters and rounded grips like the wave. Keep the tool load out it has now. Perfection.
It is possible that the attempt to maintain a relatively low price for the Bond is related to it being targeted at the export market. Having lived outside of the USA, I have seen American made knives sell for 100-150% of their domestic price.
I'm glad I got one cheap when I did. It does concern me using it though in case I lose it damage it. It's a great size and shape, as thin as a two later SAK and not much bigger, very good screwdrivers and acceptable other tools. I don't use the pocket clip though, it just lives in the bottom of my pocket.
How much do they usually go for? I‘m living in Europe and I can’t find any listings. I got mine, an early bead blasted one, a few years ago in a lucky trade. It’s almost mint with the exception of the pliers being a bit loose.
My leatherman is around 15 years old and still going strong. However, the leather belt case has not held up so well. I wish they would (somehow) make a better belt holder. ( mine is not a pocket carry). thanks.
Not gonna lie. I love the original PST and wish they would make a modern version. Just something small, lightweight and affordable. If they can fix their blade issue the bond would be a great successor to the PST.
It still seems like you're assuming one would only want a bond if facing restrictions, but that's not true. Many people just want a more minimalistic multitool, theres really nothing I'd want to add to the bond.
I think a large contingent would yes. I think maybe you might be assuming everyone wants a minimalist tool set, not everyone does. I’m just saying, if this tool proves to be successful, they might consider making a more capable version as well.
@@txtoolcrib I understand there are a lot of people who want more, the bond is just a good option for those who dont. Is it not reasonable to think anyone could actually want the bond for what it offers and not just be settling for what it doesn't based on restriction or price point ? I would buy the bond for $80 regardless of what else I could get in a multitool for the price, because it has the configuration I value most.
I wish leather man would make an updated juice series. I’d love a saw, file and scissors in a smaller package. But for now I’ll stick with the knifeless rebar as I always have my edc knife and had rather have an extra useful tool than another knife blade.
Either Leatherman sold out or they're actually fixing it. Hopefully it's the later. Also, wouldn't the blade issue be considered a gravity knife (not biased to closed) under some particularly strict areas?
@@txtoolcrib I want the same as the 300, probably. Problem is, there isn't a large victorinox that would meet the long tool needs without the extra stuff I wouldn't want.
I believe that they have just dropped it! The knife laws are in my opinion just and i dont have a problem with them! Its also now as of 2022 much harder to buy locking knives and multitools here in the UK, so Leatherman and Victorinox are not going to make sales of such here without difficulty.
Yes,yes,yes leatherman needs ,leatherman must ,update leatherman sideclip and leatherman juice .If someting works Well why change It? The Market is full of heavy weight multitools but there are not urban multitools in my opinion.
Living in the UK I would rather the bond get ride of the Aul and the knife and just have sissors the knife law is so grey just to be safe most people who carry leathermans would carry a pocket knife on top so there's no need for a blade especially since a lot of people think the bond does lock when you put the handles together I don't think that but if other people do then any police officer over here could think that and you can get in trouble so I say leatherman get rid of any knife and I will be happy
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I was seriously going to make a similar video of tools they should have never discontinued. Awesome
Anything you would add to the list?
@@txtoolcrib hmm, no actually lol...those are the big 3
Why would they want to recreate the Rebar. The Bond is a good modern rendition of the venerable PST. Not just for Europe, but for anyone interested in a smaller, lighter, pocket clipped MT. Glad you corrected that. There were also some other differences between the Bond and Rebar. They are not exactly the same except for one tool
I'd love to see a "updated" leatherman juice. The micra and squirt are nice because they are so lightweight but they also don't feel robust enough for some medium tasks but the wave/surge/rebar can be a bit too heavy if you want lighter carry. I really wish I had picked up a Juice S2 when they were still available. Thanks for another great video.
Totally agree on the Juice S2. I always carry mine with me, can´t imagine being without it. I regret not buying a spare before it got discontinued - to me it is the perfect size. I have the Wave and its great, but too big to lug around. The tool you´re going to use is the one you have with you.
The juice S2 has been my international travel multi tool for years due it’s smaller non locking blade and ability to use the philips based bit kit. It really was perfect in that role.
The Bond is a great tool. I bought one in Feb 2022 and as far as I can tell the blade issue has been fixed -- you can shake it violently and even drop it on the floor and that blade will not "fall out". Given the size and smooth outside profile (nothing sticking out like the lock tabs on other models) it is extremely comfortable in the pocket (I'm about 200lbs, 34in waist and carry it in mostly slim Levis).
It is essentially a Rebar with a pocket clip. No locks, but the slip joints are stiff enough to get a good amount of work done -- its not like the tools just flop around.. Those springs are tough as hell. It's not going to compete with a Rebar or ST300 in a construction/industrial setting, but as a non-threatening, casual EDC for life outside of work I've been very happy with it for the last 3 months.
If they put a pocket clip on the Rebar I would absolutely carry it instead but in this tool family the Bond is the only in-pocket option, and it does a fine job around the house and yard. This weekend I did a full carb and muffler service on my 2-stroke weed eater with it. If slip joint tools are that terrible, someone better let Victorinox know cause they've been building an empire on them for over a hundred years, just sayin'.
Also, I wish he made this correction more obvious or reshot that section of video: the Bond *absolutely does* have a file. They reduced the saw and serrated blade from the rebar, not the file.
I started, in the early 90s, edc-ing with the PST. Then, I moved on to the Rebar; and finally found a Blast. The Blast is my favorite edc. I use the "new" Surge at work (in a warehouse). And the KF4 is my favorite "lite" tool (but have a PS4 on my key ring). Great review, Ty.
I love my Juice S2, I regret that I didn't buy the CS4, for me that would have been the perfect edc multitool. I just can't find anything on the market today that would have the same tools as the CS4 in that compact size. Great video, I hope that Leatherman pays attention to the suggestions you make.
Thanks for this interesting video.
Personally for any work that needs a strong grip, I'm really glad Leatherman left the sharp edge handles in 90's.
Those nasty handles are why I owned a SOG Paratool until the Wave came out !
I was just thinking today!! Juice s2 and side clip are just soo damn good! They need these back big time
I bought a Bond a week ago. I bought it as my first Leatherman because it looked classy, slim, yet had some beefy tools. However, I just couldn’t get over the blade issue. I returned it and bought a Rebar instead and am in love with it.
Great update! Reached out to Leatherman about the Bond and got a pretty canned reply, but they said that sending it in for warranty would "fix it". We'll see... The Sideclip is my favorite of the "vintage" Leatherman tools for sure. Super slim, sleek and I like how the branding on the clip is such a different style from the PST. Really refined in its looks. Was able to find a pretty good price on both the bead blasted and the polished versions (like the polished more I think...)
I bet the corporate people at Leatherman are not too happy about this issue. Hard to imagine what this will cost to correct.
I carry the Surge but would like to see an updated Crunch. A bit bigger with tools accessible from the outside. 👨🏻🚒
Great content Ben 👍 Sideclip is a favourite of mine too. Would love a super compact LM ie. updated Version of the Juice
SideClip is definitely one of my favorites as well.
As someone who carried a Juice S2 for years, I have actually found that the Free P2 is the perfect replacement for me personally.
Yep, also a fan of the juice s2.
Wish I'd picked up an xe6, it would be an awesome tool to have in the suitcase when travelling.
Great Video. I agree they should reintroduce and update the Juice series, being from the UK it seems like a good size (it's a shame it's hard to come by now)
Very cool! I would love them to bring back the Juice series… but that Sideclip is awesome too! Now I’m hoping Leatherman brings back both models!
Because of this channel about a year ago I purchased a side clip.. liked it so much I bought another one... Great tool and like you said the curled over handle edges is a non issue.... because of this video eBay will sell out on side clips for the time being and the price will go up..🤣
As someone who lives in the UK I would definitely consider the Bond, the only reason why I haven't gone for a bigger leatherman is because of the locking blade, I have a micra which I like
Oh man, its like you read my mind. I miss the juice series so much. I only picked up the cs4 but always wanted an s2. I also missed out on the side clip too.
Love your videos, they are the best EDC Tool Videos on the net! I'm right there with you on the Juice S2, matter of fact, I was thinking about that today and will be calling Leatherman to give them my thoughts. I've been carrying the Juice S2 everyday for years now and find it indispensable for my needs. There is nothing in the current Leatherman lineup that replaces it. I'd love to see one that is slimmer, and lighter with a pocket clip, torx screws, and a bit driver to replace the 4 screwdrivers in the tool. That would free up space for something more useful like a combination file and/or awl. Need to put some more thought to that, but you get my drift...
The Kf4 is one of the best multitools leatherman has ever released. Same functionality as the ST300 in a much smaller and lighter package. I have 3 Kf4s, two back ups 😂
Plus a diamond coated file, which is something that is really missing from the ST300
I have a Chinese Juice clone that I bought more than 15 years ago as an EDC multitool for my work as an industrial climber, I specifically chose the clone because it was so cheap (about $7 at the time) but still relatively good quality and the chances of it getting stolen were pretty high (It's the second one I bought because the first one actually did get stolen). I have a Surge but because I live in Germany I can't EDC it so it is exclusively used at work (carpentry) and at home, IMO it's a bit heavy for regular EDC anyway. So the Juice clone is my EDC, I love the form factor and selection of tools, I haven't done a direct comparison but for sure it is heavier and thicker than the real Juice and uses a much lower quality steel but, to be fair, after 15+ years of use it is still in great shape. If Leatherman reissued the Juice I would buy one (more likely 2) in a heartbeat!
As someone that rarely uses the saw or serrated blade, I would prefer a lighter and thinner tool without them. Plus the cost saving.
I've been carrying the Sideclip every day for ages and have recently replaced it with the Bond. The Sideclip has the best selection of flat screwdrivers in any Leatherman. The Pulse's small driver is too small, newer ones like the Bond and Rebar don't have a small driver that fits electrical terminals.
The Bond and the Juice S2 are both available in Europe for 59 euros. The Rebar is 89 euros.
Does that come with the pocket clip!!!! Thanks
The juice S2 is my favorite leatherman, it's small and has all the right tool. It's not a sturdy tool, but for mostly on every day stuff (opening of various of boxes, paint cans, beer bottles and adjusting and tightening different regular and philiphead screws and some poke around) this is the tool I love to carry on my person. If I'm going places I do tend to bring along a more sturdy piece of leatherman tool (mostly the free p4 or the surge) depending on the trip or the location. But for most tasks around my every day scenario the Juice S2 is cutting it (no pun intended, the blade is not the best part, which for me living in Norway that has a strict knive regulation is probably a good thing) anyways totally agreed with you on a 21 first century update on that, and thanks for the information that you give on such a nice and informative way
I just recently received my Talos multitool, made by Ganvas. While it is very much a budget multitool, it has a surprisingly good pair of scissors. I've even thought of replacing the scissors of my Surge with the Talos scissors, they are that good.
The rest of the tools seem relatively decent for what they are, and for the price.
The phillips driver seems to be made only as a #1 phillips, but is sort-of compatible with the Leatherman Blast bit driver adapter. (It is a little thinner in one direction leading the bit adapter to be a little wobbly, but could be fixed with a shim.)
The spring retention of the handles makes it really nice for a pocket carry. Honestly I like to just fold and unfold them as a fidget tool. They have a really satisfying spring loaded lockup in both the open and closed position.
The wire cutters also seem to work a little better than they do on either of my Surges. (Unfortunately the replaceable cutters do not seem to be compatible with the ones from Leatherman.)
After having wrote this, I went and looked at some pictures. It seems like the company that is manufacturing the Talos pliers is also making plier based multitools for Wetools, biburytools and various others. Based on the shape of the cutout for the spring retention of the handles, and the shape of some of the inner tools.
A revived Juice is really all I want from Leatherman. . . Aside from a fancy Surge.
But I have like fifty Juices, and I wouldn’t mind a current production version. They’re the perfect size and just so handy.
Literally just address the issue of the back springs occasionally spontaneously snapping and it’d be perfect
Would installing a neo magnet at the top end of the handle act to 'pull' the blade into the fully stowed position and keep it from flapping around?
My ideal Juice replacement would be a Wave style model slimmed down in terms of both length and thickness, but with retained width so that even with slightly shorter blades they would retain the same breath of steel (and hence rigidity and robust form factor, and (the curse of the juice) the fracturing of thin springs.
This would be achieved by fewer (two) long blades in a 3.5 inch frame, and secondary blades whose length could be retained somewhat if the nose length of the pliers was reduced.
Form Factor:
Wave/Surge style built to a diminuitive 3.5 inch frame length.
Pliers:
The pliers would have shorter nose length to maximise space for secondary blade size in the shorter frame; with the reduction in size replaceable cutting edges would probably have to be sacrificed.
Primary Blades:
Side 1 C30V Straight bladed knife with a gut hook on the back.
Side 2 File. Diamond/Cross Cut combination file removable so it can be used to sharpen the blade if needed or a longer saw blade or file unit temporarily fitted if needed.
Secondary Blades
On the secondary blade perspective there could be room for three thin blades or two thicker options on each side.
Side 1 2D bit holder, The reason not to have fixed 'screwdriver' blades is to allow for convenient carriage of torx, posidrive, philips, and flat blades depending on what you normally need.
Built in stowage for two or three bits for the driver (basically a magnetised flip out L shaped blade to retain the bits - while the blade is closed in the handle they could not fall out as the
back and side of the handle would form the other two sides)
Side 2 Threadable Awl
Can/Bottle opener/wire stripper
Broad flat blade pry tool with a chisel edge bevel on the tip and side.
Is there a multitool with detachable diamond file or stone on the market ? I don't mean if this particular brand has one but if there is any such type of tool. It would be pretty handy to have both knife and sharpening stone in one multitool.
I still have the PST 1 and PST2 (which added scissors). When the Bond came out, I imagined that Leatherman designers said: "Well we can't come up with any new multitool concepts, so let's go retro and produce a revamped version of the old PST, with tools that you can access only when you open the handles. Maybe smooth the pliers' gripping surface a bit.... I guess that will have to do for the next couple of years.... "
If they want to revamp anything, let them bring back the Juice! A great little toolset that has everything I need:-
> pliers + wirecutters
> knife blade
> scissors
> flat head driver (s)
> Phillips head driver
The Bond? Disappointing.
I just realised that the sideclip actually has almost same capabilities as a Skeletool. The differences being that all the drivers are on bits and the blade is locking also doesnt have a can opener but even the size is almost the same.
I would like to see an updated leatherman mini tool!
An updated Juice with a pocket clip would be awesome.
A slim tool like the Sideclip would be nice again.
The Bond is now again on sale on the Leatherman website
In my shop, all of the veteran machinists have a juice in their pocket, sharing space with a Case knife.
Nice.
Leatherman crunch is unavailable as well
another video idea is a saw comparison with multi tools that have different sizes, shapes and brands. similar to the serrated blade comparison u did :)
whats funny is you can mod the rebar saw into the bond just by taking out the lanyard hole tab
The bond is still available on their Canadian site.
Maybe they just ran out of stock. I’m sure hoping they get this knife issue corrected though. I called customer service and was informed that they were aware of the problem and engineering was working on a solution.
I've carried a Juice Pro for years, and one of the most underrated features of the Juice series is the scissors. They're actually LONGER than the scissors on the Surge... and I think the spring is a little more consistent as well. They can't match the leverage or robustness of the Surge scissors though.
I have the sidekick and I would take it over any of the bulky stuff currently offered. Only upgrade it needs are replaceable cutters and rounded grips like the wave. Keep the tool load out it has now. Perfection.
It is possible that the attempt to maintain a relatively low price for the Bond is related to it being targeted at the export market. Having lived outside of the USA, I have seen American made knives sell for 100-150% of their domestic price.
Excellent vid. Ty...
Thank you for watching.
Considering how much $$$ Sideclips fetch on eBay, I’d say there is a market for that tool.
That’s what I’m sayin
The flippers are obnoxious ridiculous!
I'm glad I got one cheap when I did.
It does concern me using it though in case I lose it damage it. It's a great size and shape, as thin as a two later SAK and not much bigger, very good screwdrivers and acceptable other tools.
I don't use the pocket clip though, it just lives in the bottom of my pocket.
How much do they usually go for? I‘m living in Europe and I can’t find any listings. I got mine, an early bead blasted one, a few years ago in a lucky trade. It’s almost mint with the exception of the pliers being a bit loose.
@@moparhemi1777 look on ebay! You will find some. Even beat up ones go for obnoxious prices.
My leatherman is around 15 years old and still going strong. However, the leather belt case has not held up so well. I wish they would (somehow) make a better belt holder. ( mine is not a pocket carry). thanks.
I would like to see a Sideclip with a forged/ hardchromed plier ,+ a 154CM blade .
Not gonna lie. I love the original PST and wish they would make a modern version. Just something small, lightweight and affordable. If they can fix their blade issue the bond would be a great successor to the PST.
I like my Bond. I knew going in that it doesn't lock the tools like the PST. Use your head and don't get pinched.
I carry a juice s2 every day. Love it. Wish they would bring it back but exchange the knife for a file
Bring us back the Juice!!
Leatherman removed the "unavailable" notice as of June 2; no indication of any change to the tool.
I saw that too.
It still seems like you're assuming one would only want a bond if facing restrictions, but that's not true.
Many people just want a more minimalistic multitool, theres really nothing I'd want to add to the bond.
I think a large contingent would yes. I think maybe you might be assuming everyone wants a minimalist tool set, not everyone does. I’m just saying, if this tool proves to be successful, they might consider making a more capable version as well.
@@txtoolcrib I understand there are a lot of people who want more, the bond is just a good option for those who dont.
Is it not reasonable to think anyone could actually want the bond for what it offers and not just be settling for what it doesn't based on restriction or price point ?
I would buy the bond for $80 regardless of what else I could get in a multitool for the price, because it has the configuration I value most.
I wish leather man would make an updated juice series. I’d love a saw, file and scissors in a smaller package. But for now I’ll stick with the knifeless rebar as I always have my edc knife and had rather have an extra useful tool than another knife blade.
as for me i so want larger skeletool like 3" or more longer blade and smaller size surge like similar size of wave.
The Bond isn't even available on the Leatherman Australia site, so guess we arnt getting it
I carry a Surge - do you happen to know if that is legal in Australia?
Please make a video on Leatherman Thread if you have.
I don’t own one
Ben, what toolset does the 'Sideclip' have? Can you tell me please? I've never seen one before. 🤗👍👋
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Either Leatherman sold out or they're actually fixing it. Hopefully it's the later. Also, wouldn't the blade issue be considered a gravity knife (not biased to closed) under some particularly strict areas?
Yes please to a KF4 update….
I would like to see a 4 1/2 inch tool, the 300 lite with no long implements
Interesting concept
@@txtoolcrib I would carry it on my left side and pair it with a large victorinox on my right.
What would your inner tools consist of?
@@txtoolcrib I want the same as the 300, probably. Problem is, there isn't a large victorinox that would meet the long tool needs without the extra stuff I wouldn't want.
The bond costs of ver £70 over here in England anyway
I love my blue/silver juice
As to the Bond issue... Thata a feature! The full name of the tool is "Blood Bond"! It just requires half a liter of blood be spilled...
I’ll be damn , they are watching .
Hard to say. I think it probably has more to do with the amount of calls and emails they received regarding this issue.
I believe that they have just dropped it! The knife laws are in my opinion just and i dont have a problem with them! Its also now as of 2022 much harder to buy locking knives and multitools here in the UK, so Leatherman and Victorinox are not going to make sales of such here without difficulty.
I really don't get tiny saws on multitools they are basically useless.
Yes,yes,yes leatherman needs
,leatherman must ,update leatherman sideclip and leatherman juice .If someting works Well why change It?
The Market is full of heavy weight multitools but there are not urban multitools in my opinion.
Living in the UK I would rather the bond get ride of the Aul and the knife and just have sissors the knife law is so grey just to be safe most people who carry leathermans would carry a pocket knife on top so there's no need for a blade especially since a lot of people think the bond does lock when you put the handles together I don't think that but if other people do then any police officer over here could think that and you can get in trouble so I say leatherman get rid of any knife and I will be happy
I’m surprised, and am a big advocate, that Leatherman hasn’t released more knifeless version tools, especially the Wave.
Uk has so many laws it’s annoying even to visit that country.
Too bad the Bond costs £60 ($85).
Juice is the maximum size for barely all of you
Was that meant to be a slight towards everyone?
Leatherman Leap was better then any of these multitools.