I just got my ARC yesterday from Bass Pro Shop. Only ARC within a few hundred miles from me 🤦🏽♂️ I absolutely love it 👍🏽 only thing I need is the ratchet driver and one of those cases ur using in this video. Great content!
Just bought my Arc today; it should be here in a couple of days! I'm excited. I got my dad a Skeletool for Father's Day in the Paradise coloration, and he loved it.
The Arc is basically the tool I've wanted ever since I first got the Charge TTi as my first multitool, and I'm waiting for in-stock notifications now. Do you know how often Leatherman restocks their ratchet drivers at dealers? Because those are priced out the ass aftermarket.
The included holster is quite capable, but oversized (vertically at the very least). Just pointing out that they didn’t spend the money to make a tool specific holster.
Hey so I’m a firefighter and I’ve always carried a leather man OHT and I’ve used and abused it but i constantly find myself sharpening it, and it extremely bulky, I have 2 of the raptors and I keep them on my bunker/wild land gear, I would love to see a seat belt cutter implement for the arc/free series.
@@olatron I actually designed one for that on a live stream. But it turned out too expensive to make via Shapeways. But with my own production starting in October I can offer it for sale soon.
@@ZapWizard Thanks for the reply bro! I'll definitely be in the market for a few of your bits, especially the holster. They look like really well thought out products and are just what I'm looking for.
Just got an ARC and it’s great. My Victorinox Swiss Tool has better tool options but it’s too heavy. I am loving your holsters tho can’t wait to see the finished version for the ARC
To be honest, the only thing I would change is i would have put a t shank exchanger instead of the saw. And also added the 1/4 bit socket to the bit exchanger. It would literally be my perfect multitool.
I just really want the spring loaded pliers. I know, I know "not as strong" and all that. But it's plenty strong for anything I would use it for, I highly doubt that I am strong enough to break it even if I tried. But I hate having to pull pliers back open or have them flop around all loose. I wonder how feasible it would be to attach magnets in such a way as to create a magnetic spring force rather than a mechanical spring.
Swapping a Garage #005 with the ARC pliers is the only way to get spring loaded on the ARC. I am not sure there is a spot where you could put two magnets to oppose each other strong enough to force the pliers apart, especially since force falls off exponentially with distance.
the only problem I see with my new Arc is that when you use the tools the edges are pretty sharp. not so much with the plyers. I am compareing it to my charge +tti. the titanium on it is nicely rounded everywhere. I don't need the little tiny screw driver on either of them. I've always thought that leatherman could make a multitool that the customer could choose the tools.....revolutionary huh? lol
On my arc one of screws holding pocket clip was potentially overtorqued some causing a circular mark on the saw blade that seats beneath the handle frame.
I am glad it doesn't have spring loaded pliers. I have been wanting a free series multitool, but I have to pay off some bills and then I am going to wait until I know the tool doesn't have issues, before buying it. I wish the P4 had a full size file, because I would have gotten that.
Supposedly the cutter inserts crack easily if you try to cut hard wire like a coat hanger. I used mine to cut .035 welding wire. No issue. But that is thinner than a coat hanger.
I have a Charge+ Stainless... is the Arc noticeably better? I know about the Magnacut, but for the rest, is it just a slight variation of what I have, or is the Arc a significant step up?
I really want an arc but I also want a sceraded blade. Is it possible to mod an arc to place one in it? I personally would replace the file with it. Your thoughts?
The only issue is the saw is 0.07" thick (so is the file), and the P4 Serrated Blade os 0.10" thick. So you would have to remove one of the thin implements on the same side (or move things around), and then add some shims to build the thickness back up.
Whats the chance of having your holster option to include the ratchet on 1 side and the bit extension on the other side . Thank you & keep up the most excellent work . THE DUDE ABIDES
I’d be interested in just a bit holder. Like your no clip holster option but without the holster. I like using the pocket clip on the Leatherman but find pocket carrying two bit holders to be annoying.
@@ZapWizard I think you have a really good idea with the way the holster with no belt clip looks, just don’t add the holster to the back. Just make it hold all 20 bits and the extension options (maybe the micro bit too). 🤷🏻♂️
In my opinion if you are looking for a more old school leather sheath for really any multitool I have found American Benchcraft to make some of the best ones. Yours are probably some of the best "non old fashioned" sheaths
Very good information in this video . Did you experience the issue with the cutters with yours ? And I'd really like to know if the Arc has the same issue some Free series did where the plier head kinda seizes up when put under hard load when tightening ? Cheers .
Do you make anything for the surge? One hand opening isn’t a big deal to me but I might get a charge tti for my edc and my surge for work but I LOVE the surge the only reason I like the ark is the magnacut steel blade
I do have a holster for the surge. It will be updated with the ratchet driver options in the upcoming weeks, but requires some prototyping. Otherwise the current model is available on my website.
Very nice. I really love your holsters and plan on getting one. I have the mag sheath from RAE Gear for the P4 that works with my new ARC. One thing I like about it is I can still have the pocket clip installed. Will any of your holsters allow for that option? Edit: By looking at my set up, what I would like is a holster with the main blade with the thumbstud facing the back of the holster, tip up. That allows the pocket clip to be installed, facing outwards. Is that an option that would be available?
Hey man I love your videos, I ordered the scalpel adapter for the arc, I'm curious if the scissors off a surge would fit on the arc.. have you tried that swap?
@@ZapWizard Cool because I just bought a ST300 in black, and my old one came with a button snap sheath, this new one came with velcro. I watched your video and I think your mods are really cool. I just don't have the time to do all that. I didn't like the P series and I don't like the arc all that much either. I Think they're overpriced so I went with the tried & true ST300. I carry this thing everywhere in my pocket but I carry other stuff to so I don't want to scratch my leatherman. I don't mind normal wear 'n tear but dents and scratches bug me. I'll be receiving a custom aftermarket bit adapter that works on ball bearings to attach to the 3D Phillips head on my ST300 to use with any bit but I'll keep in touch for a holster for this beast. Thank you.
I suggest looking at my stack-up diagrams to determine what tools are what thickness, and then you can determine from there: zapwizard.com/pages/leatherman-free-arc-stack-up-diagrams
Why did you stop caring your Leatherman garage batch number 5? I would assume that it would be a much better multi-tool than the Leatherman Arc? @@ZapWizard
@@ZapWizardAnd would you rather have the Leatherman Arc or the victorinox Swiss tool MX clip? And looking forward to hearing back your input and it will be greatly helpful because I am indecided as to which multitude to get because I really wanted a Leatherman garage bath number 5 but that tool sold out in like I heard 15 minutes, lol and the only other way to get it, is on eBay and unfortunately you have people on eBay selling this multi-tool for $1,000 so my other option was the Leatherman Arc and I've thought about the victorinox swish tool MX clip which is the newer version of the larger victorinox multi-tool, while looking forward to hearing back from your input and your review was very good
@@clarkkent4608 I like the black, the blade profile is better for my uses. I thought I would miss the spring loaded pliers, but sometimes they get in the way.
@@clarkkent4608 The ARC. One handed use, customization, and Magnacut blade. (I haven't felt the need to sharpen my ARC yet, still razor sharp). I don't own the Swiss tool, it looks capable, but not one handed usable.
As far as the holster goes, how much harder would it be to design a separate belt clip that could just hold the “ bit cards” and maybe the ratchet you use and an extension
You see I have a super tool 300, a surge, blast, shell tool , and a p2. ( wish I had spent the extra and got the p4 instead.) And I use and extra pouch holder for the bits and extension instead of carrying them all on one setup.
Do you have any customers from Germany. My guess is that I will also need to pay VAT and customs fee, if I order holster from you when it arrives here in Germany.
Yes. It can be shipped to Germany. The parts are made by Shapeways. For international shipments the parts are made in the Netherlands. I don’t know if there is VAT though.
the chose the holster they did to keep dirt and debris out. Working in construction around flying dust/dirt will annihilate the tool in the holster you have.
Probably just the magnacut steel in the blade. It’s a premium steel right now, and it’s on the hottest new leatherman so it’s gonna be expensive regardless. I should say, I have an arc. It’s really good and I like it a lot. But there are somethings I would change right off the bat. Stronger detent on the bit changer, both micro bit and standard bit, a 90° bit driver would be AWESOME. I would also love to see a way to “lock” the pliers half open so you can use it as one big long screwdriver, like you can do on most models including the Bond and Wave +. The other handle kinda floppin around during normal use is a little annoying but it still get the job done.
Physical Vapor Deposition isn't spray paint. It is using plasma to atomize (actual atoms, not drops like paint) carbon in a vacuum. The atoms then deposit on the steel and a thickness is built up that is very pure carbon. The bond is much stronger than any solvent paint or even ceramic paint can do (Which effectively glue particles to a surface). PVD is used quite a bit in industry for example to put a hard outer coat onto kitchen faucets.
Will your "Charge TTi Holster" ever be redesigned/updated, to have your New Arc Holster's "Bit Extender & Ratchet Bit Extender" that you're just now developing, and the 711L Ratchet Holder, also (?)
For the price you're better off buying a Wera Tool check set (probably metric) to cover that area. On Amazon the 711 costs close to a dedicated Toolcheck that can handle A LOT more use cases. The ratchet is probably a lot better too and comes with an extension bit, not to mention a variety of bits and some sockets. I own the Wave+, Surge (current gen), a Charge+ TTI, and a modified Charge TTI. If you wanted to spend a bit extra you could get the Metric and Imperial Toolchecks to cover everything you will possibly need regarding many fasteners types. I love Leathermans but also like to get the most for my money. I guess it also boils down to how much you want to EDC. The 711 looks awesome though. I only complain about the price. If money wasn't an issue I'd buy 3 of them on principle alone.
The flat bit holder can be installed in the ARC, replacing the normal bit holder and the can opener together. The install process is the same as the P$, other than the ARC may have stronger thread-locker. The install video is on the product page.
@@ZapWizard thanks man I appreciate the reply. I will definitely order one when I order the arc holster when it is available! Thank you for everything you’re doing your modifications are awesome!
Hey, Love your work! For the Arc holster i'd love the option to replace the belt loop with more bits. holding close to the full bit kit would make it the perfect tool bag organiser (p.s. if possible please let us order it in white too)
oh and one other random thing i've been thinking, it would be really cool to have a couple of holes that you can screw a spare set of wire cutters or EOD wire cutters somewhere on the sheath. Although i can imagine fitting them would be a little difficult. if i was making it i'd either try just drilling 2 holes or having 2 HEx Nut shaped holes in the body. this way you could glue the nuts in and be able to crew them in without damage to the holster.
I will be offering a version with no belt loop that holds 18 bits (I already have this for the Garage 005). White is a color option, but the material will collect dirt like a pair of sneakers. White enamel paint over white is a good option for a longer lasting color.
Great video by the way and I want to ask a question and I'm trying to decide on which multi-tool to get between the victorinox Swiss tool MX clip or the Leatherman ARC and I don't have any shops around me that carry these tools so that way I can test them out so I'm trying to get as much information as I can from knowledgeable people like yourself and in your opinion if you had a multi-tool to go with, would you go with the victorinox Swiss tool MX clip or the Leatherman ARC? And looking forward to hearing back from your input and thank you@@ZapWizard
Almost everything about your garage 5 holster is perfect for the ARC. The only thing i would like to see changed is #1 a slot for the bit extender next to the slot for the 711L ratchet driver. Unfortunately IDK if the ratchet driver slot is really viable anymore as the Leatherman ratchet driver is AWOL and people are now asking Leatherman Surge level pricing for a new Leatherman 931030 ratchet driver and the lowest ive been able to find it is around $50 and have absolutely no plans to publicly say where my source is because i don't need that well to dry out 😢.
@@ZapWizardthat would be awesome. While I can appreciate the multibit slot IMO the extender, 711L, and the ratchet driver are the big 3 accessories for the ARC outside of the obvious bits themselves and with the amount of bits your holster seems to hold in the back alone almost everyone should already have almost every one of their most commonly used bits anyways. Originally when I ordered my ARC and the #1 but kits as extras/replacements I tried finding a leather holster that would hold both the ARC and the entire bit kits as I'm more of a completely unexposed buckle cover guy myself but absolutely nothing exists that can hold the entire bit kits and a Leatherman without it being either crazy bulky or in the end being 2 separate holsters, 1 being for the Leatherman itself and the 2nd being the entire bit kit and I honestly don't mind 2 side by side or left/right hip belt holsters the added pricing to buy both and have them not look like 2 completely different manufacturers/product lines just got to be more expensive than what is now the absolute most expensive Leatherman multitool mass produced. I also appreciate that Leatherman actually spent the last 2 days updating their website listing the ARC as a compatible multitool or not with their already existing accessories they only updated that information to accessories added within the last year and completely ignored almost all of their sheaths. The entire ARC reddits are just spammed with questionable yes or no information on what sheaths fit the ARC and I don't see any of the big name aftermarket sheath makers ready and in production of anything for the ARC yet. I love that you covered the AMA content. I'd really love to know if moving forward on whatever their next product(s) they would be more open and responsive to sharing the needed specs of in development products with aftermarket or 3rd party products/accessories makers like yourself or at least larger ones. I absolutely love the development they put into the ARC but it's borderline an insult to give a cheap recycled from an older product nylon sheath with a PREMIUM level multitool. I really can't understand what their thinking process is since multitools are geared towards people working in trades and those people are often exposed to sparks and flames that can (yes it's happened to me) ignite or at least burn from exposure. While I know your 3D printed sheath runs the same risk at least with it being solid nylon fiber printing and not woven fabric sparks and small flames should roll off or be resisted long enough to avoid major disaster. I wish I could have chimed I. On the AMA that they need to offer flame retardant sheaths if they want to continue offering woven sheaths as the new norm
Not yet, just getting the ARC 3D model done today, then working on the Holster. Notification sign up sheet on the produce page linked in the description.
Wonderful video as always ZapWizard! I can't wait to order the standard Arc holster with the Barnicle bit add-on. Having both the Leatherman Ratchet Driver and 711 Ratchet on the holster is genius as I currently carry both with my G10 Charge+ Leatherman nylon holster along with the WiHa Double Sided (77781 & 77782) Bits. The one thing I wish you would add to your store is the full feature set of your Arc holster to the Charge G10/TTI holster as the mods I've made to my G10 Charge+ improve upon the stock Arc tools for my use case. I also prefer the comfort of the G10 Charge+ in use so far compared to the Arc. I would 100% purchase both holsters (at least 2 -3 G10 Charge+ versions and 1 Arc) from you so I could grab and go with whichever tool I wanted/needed for that day.
Ya, I know my older holsters are getting neglected by the FREE series features. It just takes time to design and prototype each change. (Along with updating hundreds of renderings)
@@ZapWizard Don’t worry, I wasn’t saying that as any sort of a dig, we all highly respect the work you’re doing on the Arc/Garage/Free tools! I’m just hoping sometime down the line once you’re caught up on the hot items that will and should make you some money there will be updated versions for the G10/TTI Charge+ because I think a lot of us aren’t as impressed by the Arc as we were hoping to be.
Got my Arc. Probably going to send it back for a refund though. Blade came ridiculously unfinished, frame flexes like an Ozark Trail when gripping a bolt or using it to turn on a broken faucet at work, and I've now seen four videos about the wire cutters breaking when cutting a wire coat hanger which is essentially fence wire (super soft. Even Gerber's garbage carbide cutters can cut fence/hanger wire). I'm definitely not impressed by this thing, which makes me sad because when I first saw it, I thought it would be perfect as a tool for my motorcycle's compact onboard tool kit (my lightweight adventure bike is a DRZ400 with limited space in the tail/saddlebags) but from my experience and what I've seen here on UA-cam, I'm afraid to trust it at home, much less in the wilderness where it could literally be the difference between riding home or pushing my bike till someone with a truck shows up which could be days if I go on rides like the Trans-America Trail. Sadly, the Arc has proven to be a waste of $230 so far. I do like your carrier designs though. Might have to grab a few for some of my other tools
Probably the reason they didn't make the scissors longer on the arc, was to keep manufacturing costs down. If you use the same scissors in every tool you grab and go verses having to make sure you have the correct scissors with the correct product.
What degree is the blade bevel to resharpen or touch, curious,I have a Arc now,blade came pretty damn sharp,just wanted to confirm it so I can dail it in on my work sharp precision adjust sharpening system an also on the Arc,what size bit is needed to remove the thumb stud,ty
The holster will be available when it’s ready. Working on the CAD for it over the next few days, then ordering prototypes which takes a week or two. I expect it to take only 1 prototype for most of the options. The horizontal carry may take longer as I want to try some new ideas on that one.
@@uzbeck2006 They do end up poking. I think they could have designed a better more comfortable method. For example those plastic bits, they could have molded in an alignment feature.
I thought the same! I do some 3d printing as well. I guess we "see" things like that. I'm sure you're heard that b4 but I also happy to see in your desings: problem-solution/ideation-prototyping-testing-more refining-user testing approach. And nothing extra for the sake of being just fancy. Will you redesign those bit holders?? I mean they're somewhat functional. Not most ergonomic and not at all integrated into any kind system by a lm. Hence why lm needs to hire you asap!!
I just got my ARC yesterday from Bass Pro Shop. Only ARC within a few hundred miles from me 🤦🏽♂️ I absolutely love it 👍🏽 only thing I need is the ratchet driver and one of those cases ur using in this video. Great content!
Ratchet driver as far as I know is discontinued but it's an absolute waste of time I wouldn't waste $0.05
Just bought my Arc today; it should be here in a couple of days! I'm excited. I got my dad a Skeletool for Father's Day in the Paradise coloration, and he loved it.
The Arc is basically the tool I've wanted ever since I first got the Charge TTi as my first multitool, and I'm waiting for in-stock notifications now. Do you know how often Leatherman restocks their ratchet drivers at dealers? Because those are priced out the ass aftermarket.
Leatherman arc holster holds two bit kits, and two loops on the outside. Absolutely brilliant if you need to carry a torch and a ratchet bit adapter.
The included holster is quite capable, but oversized (vertically at the very least). Just pointing out that they didn’t spend the money to make a tool specific holster.
Hey so I’m a firefighter and I’ve always carried a leather man OHT and I’ve used and abused it but i constantly find myself sharpening it, and it extremely bulky, I have 2 of the raptors and I keep them on my bunker/wild land gear, I would love to see a seat belt cutter implement for the arc/free series.
I am ex volunteer firefighter and medic
Best for seat belt cutters i have in execrations is police spyderco and resqume tool
Great video. Cant wait to snag up one of your holster, just what I've been looking for.
I haven't seen your upgraded holsters, what great options! I am excited to get an Arc, it has an almost perfect tool set.
I like the Barnacle idea to use the extra clip holes... personally I would like one to hold the Victorinox tweezers and toothpick.
Having just moved from a Swiss Army to an Arc, those are the things that I miss.
@@olatron I actually designed one for that on a live stream. But it turned out too expensive to make via Shapeways. But with my own production starting in October I can offer it for sale soon.
@@ZapWizard Thanks for the reply bro! I'll definitely be in the market for a few of your bits, especially the holster. They look like really well thought out products and are just what I'm looking for.
Just got an ARC and it’s great. My Victorinox Swiss Tool has better tool options but it’s too heavy. I am loving your holsters tho can’t wait to see the finished version for the ARC
Excited for the arc holsters! Your work in incredible
Sorry about that, Davinci Resolve was supposed to add those automatically at upload, but in either case they are added manually.
To be honest, the only thing I would change is i would have put a t shank exchanger instead of the saw. And also added the 1/4 bit socket to the bit exchanger. It would literally be my perfect multitool.
Leatherman said they've surveyed people and they always want the slimmer bits with room for an additional tool.
Man I want that garage 5…. Gonna get a sheath as soon as I can for the Arc. That’s amazing
I just really want the spring loaded pliers. I know, I know "not as strong" and all that. But it's plenty strong for anything I would use it for, I highly doubt that I am strong enough to break it even if I tried. But I hate having to pull pliers back open or have them flop around all loose. I wonder how feasible it would be to attach magnets in such a way as to create a magnetic spring force rather than a mechanical spring.
Swapping a Garage #005 with the ARC pliers is the only way to get spring loaded on the ARC. I am not sure there is a spot where you could put two magnets to oppose each other strong enough to force the pliers apart, especially since force falls off exponentially with distance.
the only problem I see with my new Arc is that when you use the tools the edges are pretty sharp. not so much with the plyers. I am compareing it to my charge +tti. the titanium on it is nicely rounded everywhere. I don't need the little tiny screw driver on either of them. I've always thought that leatherman could make a multitool that the customer could choose the tools.....revolutionary huh? lol
On my arc one of screws holding pocket clip was potentially overtorqued some causing a circular mark on the saw blade that seats beneath the handle frame.
The one bit is missing from the bit pack because it is sold in place on the tool.
I am glad it doesn't have spring loaded pliers. I have been wanting a free series multitool, but I have to pay off some bills and then I am going to wait until I know the tool doesn't have issues, before buying it. I wish the P4 had a full size file, because I would have gotten that.
Supposedly the cutter inserts crack easily if you try to cut hard wire like a coat hanger. I used mine to cut .035 welding wire. No issue. But that is thinner than a coat hanger.
I have a Charge+ Stainless... is the Arc noticeably better? I know about the Magnacut, but for the rest, is it just a slight variation of what I have, or is the Arc a significant step up?
The mechanism is a step up for sure. Easy deployment of the tools.
@@ZapWizard Just ordered one!
Missed out on garage no.5, but on the hunt if somebody knows something 👊🏻
I really want an arc but I also want a sceraded blade. Is it possible to mod an arc to place one in it? I personally would replace the file with it. Your thoughts?
The only issue is the saw is 0.07" thick (so is the file), and the P4 Serrated Blade os 0.10" thick. So you would have to remove one of the thin implements on the same side (or move things around), and then add some shims to build the thickness back up.
Whats the chance of having your holster option to include the ratchet on 1 side and the bit extension on the other side . Thank you & keep up the most excellent work .
THE DUDE ABIDES
Slim as a default option most folks don’t carry both. I may go back to my original P4 design for the gripper which was compatible with either model.
@ZapWizard thank you I will be placing my order once you get the ARC holster up and going .
I’d be interested in just a bit holder. Like your no clip holster option but without the holster. I like using the pocket clip on the Leatherman but find pocket carrying two bit holders to be annoying.
I have been wanting to design a stand-alone pocket bit holder, but I haven't decided on the design yet.
@@ZapWizard I think you have a really good idea with the way the holster with no belt clip looks, just don’t add the holster to the back.
Just make it hold all 20 bits and the extension options (maybe the micro bit too). 🤷🏻♂️
Great video, thanks. I'm a bit late to the game but have just ordered an Arc. Are you holsters available yet please?
Yep, link in the description.
In my opinion if you are looking for a more old school leather sheath for really any multitool I have found American Benchcraft to make some of the best ones. Yours are probably some of the best "non old fashioned" sheaths
I do truly love some old school full grain leather. But I hate opening a snap.
@@ZapWizard yeah sometimes quick access is where its at. I love that aspect about a lot of the modern sheaths.
I wish you could do the same work for the swisstool line!
Very good information in this video . Did you experience the issue with the cutters with yours ? And I'd really like to know if the Arc has the same issue some Free series did where the plier head kinda seizes up when put under hard load when tightening ? Cheers .
The ARC does have the new cutters which have the rounded corner. I did swap out my old cutters from the P2.
Where do you get that little ratchet?
It’s the 711L I think you asking about: amzn.to/3Ie1UbH
Do you make anything for the surge? One hand opening isn’t a big deal to me but I might get a charge tti for my edc and my surge for work but I LOVE the surge the only reason I like the ark is the magnacut steel blade
I do have a holster for the surge. It will be updated with the ratchet driver options in the upcoming weeks, but requires some prototyping. Otherwise the current model is available on my website.
What thoughts do you guys have about the Arc cutters breaking cutting coat hangers on various other channels?
I do think it is an issue, I use the hardwire cutters sometimes to trim the length of small screws. I traded the cutters of my P2 into the ARC.
Very nice. I really love your holsters and plan on getting one. I have the mag sheath from RAE Gear for the P4 that works with my new ARC. One thing I like about it is I can still have the pocket clip installed. Will any of your holsters allow for that option?
Edit: By looking at my set up, what I would like is a holster with the main blade with the thumbstud facing the back of the holster, tip up. That allows the pocket clip to be installed, facing outwards. Is that an option that would be available?
Yes, if you move the clip to the blade side of the tool.
Hey man I love your videos, I ordered the scalpel adapter for the arc, I'm curious if the scissors off a surge would fit on the arc.. have you tried that swap?
The mechanisms are totally different. I doubt it would be worth trying.
🤙🏻 great products!
There are no chapter markers available as claimed at 1:27 . Can you fix that?
Ha i feel famous. I had to ask the stupid question even though I figured they would say just use the reamer or knife...had to confirm :)
Please please please make more sheaths so I can buy one
Printing the first prototypes overnight today.
@@ZapWizard I thought you sold out of them but read more and found out they haven't went for sale yet
"The barnacle bit holder" 😂
How about a Leatherman that will cut wires. 😅 I'd buy that one. It's the main reason I bought one in the first place
Hi, do you have a Super Tool 300 holster?
I will in October when I get production going again.
@@ZapWizard Cool because I just bought a ST300 in black, and my old one came with a button snap sheath, this new one came with velcro. I watched your video and I think your mods are really cool. I just don't have the time to do all that. I didn't like the P series and I don't like the arc all that much either. I Think they're overpriced so I went with the tried & true ST300. I carry this thing everywhere in my pocket but I carry other stuff to so I don't want to scratch my leatherman. I don't mind normal wear 'n tear but dents and scratches bug me. I'll be receiving a custom aftermarket bit adapter that works on ball bearings to attach to the 3D Phillips head on my ST300 to use with any bit but I'll keep in touch for a holster for this beast. Thank you.
Is the 1/4" bit holder mod you made compatible with wiha double sided bits?
The "Flat" bit driver takes Leatherman Flat bits, not 1/4" hex bits
I want to swap out my micro bit holder on my arc. What tool from the free p2 or p4 can I use for a simple swap for th micro bit holder on my arc
I suggest looking at my stack-up diagrams to determine what tools are what thickness, and then you can determine from there: zapwizard.com/pages/leatherman-free-arc-stack-up-diagrams
If you had to choose between stock arc or stock garage 5, what's your choice
Stock ARC for sure since I stopped carrying my Garage 005
Why did you stop caring your Leatherman garage batch number 5? I would assume that it would be a much better multi-tool than the Leatherman Arc? @@ZapWizard
@@ZapWizardAnd would you rather have the Leatherman Arc or the victorinox Swiss tool MX clip? And looking forward to hearing back your input and it will be greatly helpful because I am indecided as to which multitude to get because I really wanted a Leatherman garage bath number 5 but that tool sold out in like I heard 15 minutes, lol and the only other way to get it, is on eBay and unfortunately you have people on eBay selling this multi-tool for $1,000 so my other option was the Leatherman Arc and I've thought about the victorinox swish tool MX clip which is the newer version of the larger victorinox multi-tool, while looking forward to hearing back from your input and your review was very good
@@clarkkent4608 I like the black, the blade profile is better for my uses. I thought I would miss the spring loaded pliers, but sometimes they get in the way.
@@clarkkent4608 The ARC. One handed use, customization, and Magnacut blade. (I haven't felt the need to sharpen my ARC yet, still razor sharp). I don't own the Swiss tool, it looks capable, but not one handed usable.
Any thoughts on the new design for the cutters? They appear to be significantly weaker for cutting hard wire.
I took the cutters out of my P2 and put them into the ARC.
@@ZapWizard I’ll do the same if mine break but I’m hoping Leatherman will send out replacements that are stronger.
As far as the holster goes, how much harder would it be to design a separate belt clip that could just hold the “ bit cards” and maybe the ratchet you use and an extension
Instead.
This way it could be a little more flush to the body.
And work with all the leathermans
It is on my wish list to make a bit holder accessory. I already have a separate ratchet driver holster that holds six bits.
You see I have a super tool 300, a surge, blast, shell tool , and a p2. ( wish I had spent the extra and got the p4 instead.) And I use and extra pouch holder for the bits and extension instead of carrying them all on one setup.
If you only had a choice of carrying one: garage 005 or arc?
ARC. The tool set and layout is just a bit better. I also like the black over the white.
Does any of your current Leatherman Holsters fit the "Leatherman Charge TTi" with bits & accessories (?)
I have a holster for the Charge TTI, it has bit slots, but not the ratchet driver or 711L holders as I haven't had time to go back and update those.
Where do I find it (?) (Thanks for responding so fast)
@@Techno-Man1952 zapwizard.com/collections/charge
Do you have any customers from Germany. My guess is that I will also need to pay VAT and customs fee, if I order holster from you when it arrives here in Germany.
Yes. It can be shipped to Germany. The parts are made by Shapeways. For international shipments the parts are made in the Netherlands. I don’t know if there is VAT though.
the chose the holster they did to keep dirt and debris out. Working in construction around flying dust/dirt will annihilate the tool in the holster you have.
@@brandonpowers5672 yep. I don’t suggest using any open face holster in a dirty environment.
At 50% more expensive than the Surge is it really worth it? What explains such a price gap (c. $80)?
Probably just the magnacut steel in the blade. It’s a premium steel right now, and it’s on the hottest new leatherman so it’s gonna be expensive regardless.
I should say, I have an arc. It’s really good and I like it a lot. But there are somethings I would change right off the bat. Stronger detent on the bit changer, both micro bit and standard bit, a 90° bit driver would be AWESOME. I would also love to see a way to “lock” the pliers half open so you can use it as one big long screwdriver, like you can do on most models including the Bond and Wave +. The other handle kinda floppin around during normal use is a little annoying but it still get the job done.
@@dingus4260 thanks for the useful comments!
I was close to purchasing but then I saw the wire clippers breaking on soft metal like coat hangers. Now idk
I did swap out for the cutters from my older FREE P2.
What is going Josh! Is this a live stream??
Not live, but a Premier, join us in Chat!
I am trying to but it is not letting me for some reason...i will keep trying though
It's not diamond like coating, DLC stands for Diamond like carbon, coating. The c is carbon
Roger that, I didn't realize.
At almost NZ $600 no thank you.
Bit Kit is Leatherman's version of "Apple Tax". A crappy metal product that forces you to buy an entire bit kit. Trash!
Lol “physical vapor deposition” = spray paint
Physical Vapor Deposition isn't spray paint. It is using plasma to atomize (actual atoms, not drops like paint) carbon in a vacuum. The atoms then deposit on the steel and a thickness is built up that is very pure carbon. The bond is much stronger than any solvent paint or even ceramic paint can do (Which effectively glue particles to a surface). PVD is used quite a bit in industry for example to put a hard outer coat onto kitchen faucets.
The Arc is not worth it
Lol
こんにちは
あなたの製品はとても魅力的です。
日本では手に入らないものばかりでとても悔しい思いをしています。
これからも研究を続けてください。
読んでくれてありがとう。
Guess the average Leatherman owner doesn't do much electrical work
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How well does the Garage #5 fit into the Arc Fully Armored/Partially case(s)?
The 005 won't fit due to the thicker blade. I haven't yet released a 005 armored holster.
What is this magna cut blade you are talking about? What makes it special?
Just google Magna Cut Steel, It is specifically engineered for knives.
Will your "Charge TTi Holster" ever be redesigned/updated, to have your New Arc Holster's "Bit Extender & Ratchet Bit Extender" that you're just now developing, and the 711L Ratchet Holder, also (?)
Eventually, for next month it's all about the ARC.
Thanks for telling me about the 711l!
Didn't know that tool existed but will be getting one
For the price you're better off buying a Wera Tool check set (probably metric) to cover that area. On Amazon the 711 costs close to a dedicated Toolcheck that can handle A LOT more use cases. The ratchet is probably a lot better too and comes with an extension bit, not to mention a variety of bits and some sockets. I own the Wave+, Surge (current gen), a Charge+ TTI, and a modified Charge TTI. If you wanted to spend a bit extra you could get the Metric and Imperial Toolchecks to cover everything you will possibly need regarding many fasteners types. I love Leathermans but also like to get the most for my money. I guess it also boils down to how much you want to EDC. The 711 looks awesome though. I only complain about the price. If money wasn't an issue I'd buy 3 of them on principle alone.
I am disappointed by the size of the gray case! I am carry my Arc in my wave + case
Zap, could I swap my magnacut blade on my arc to my p4 without any issues, size wise?
Yes. They are ~95% the same profile, but also the same 0.1" thickness.
Amazing level of knowledge you give! Thank you!
Can you use your model flat bit holder on the arc? I’d love to get one. Do you have a video of installing it? Thanks!
The flat bit holder can be installed in the ARC, replacing the normal bit holder and the can opener together. The install process is the same as the P$, other than the ARC may have stronger thread-locker. The install video is on the product page.
@@ZapWizard thanks man I appreciate the reply. I will definitely order one when I order the arc holster when it is available! Thank you for everything you’re doing your modifications are awesome!
Thanks for the video. You definitely use your gear
Hey, Love your work!
For the Arc holster i'd love the option to replace the belt loop with more bits. holding close to the full bit kit would make it the perfect tool bag organiser
(p.s. if possible please let us order it in white too)
oh and one other random thing i've been thinking, it would be really cool to have a couple of holes that you can screw a spare set of wire cutters or EOD wire cutters somewhere on the sheath. Although i can imagine fitting them would be a little difficult. if i was making it i'd either try just drilling 2 holes or having 2 HEx Nut shaped holes in the body. this way you could glue the nuts in and be able to crew them in without damage to the holster.
I will be offering a version with no belt loop that holds 18 bits (I already have this for the Garage 005). White is a color option, but the material will collect dirt like a pair of sneakers. White enamel paint over white is a good option for a longer lasting color.
@@michaelfuentes8101Yes, I have already packed every bit of space on the holster.
i can tell! honestly you've done a great packing it all in such a small package. hats off to you sir@@ZapWizard
Great video by the way and I want to ask a question and I'm trying to decide on which multi-tool to get between the victorinox Swiss tool MX clip or the Leatherman ARC and I don't have any shops around me that carry these tools so that way I can test them out so I'm trying to get as much information as I can from knowledgeable people like yourself and in your opinion if you had a multi-tool to go with, would you go with the victorinox Swiss tool MX clip or the Leatherman ARC? And looking forward to hearing back from your input and thank you@@ZapWizard
Are your holsters printed in house? Or outsourced? What material is it? Looks stronger than ordinary resin or filament?
Outsourced to Shapeways. They are SLS 3D printed nylon 12.
Almost everything about your garage 5 holster is perfect for the ARC. The only thing i would like to see changed is #1 a slot for the bit extender next to the slot for the 711L ratchet driver. Unfortunately IDK if the ratchet driver slot is really viable anymore as the Leatherman ratchet driver is AWOL and people are now asking Leatherman Surge level pricing for a new Leatherman 931030 ratchet driver and the lowest ive been able to find it is around $50 and have absolutely no plans to publicly say where my source is because i don't need that well to dry out 😢.
I will see if I can make something that fits both options.
@@ZapWizardthat would be awesome. While I can appreciate the multibit slot IMO the extender, 711L, and the ratchet driver are the big 3 accessories for the ARC outside of the obvious bits themselves and with the amount of bits your holster seems to hold in the back alone almost everyone should already have almost every one of their most commonly used bits anyways. Originally when I ordered my ARC and the #1 but kits as extras/replacements I tried finding a leather holster that would hold both the ARC and the entire bit kits as I'm more of a completely unexposed buckle cover guy myself but absolutely nothing exists that can hold the entire bit kits and a Leatherman without it being either crazy bulky or in the end being 2 separate holsters, 1 being for the Leatherman itself and the 2nd being the entire bit kit and I honestly don't mind 2 side by side or left/right hip belt holsters the added pricing to buy both and have them not look like 2 completely different manufacturers/product lines just got to be more expensive than what is now the absolute most expensive Leatherman multitool mass produced. I also appreciate that Leatherman actually spent the last 2 days updating their website listing the ARC as a compatible multitool or not with their already existing accessories they only updated that information to accessories added within the last year and completely ignored almost all of their sheaths. The entire ARC reddits are just spammed with questionable yes or no information on what sheaths fit the ARC and I don't see any of the big name aftermarket sheath makers ready and in production of anything for the ARC yet. I love that you covered the AMA content. I'd really love to know if moving forward on whatever their next product(s) they would be more open and responsive to sharing the needed specs of in development products with aftermarket or 3rd party products/accessories makers like yourself or at least larger ones. I absolutely love the development they put into the ARC but it's borderline an insult to give a cheap recycled from an older product nylon sheath with a PREMIUM level multitool. I really can't understand what their thinking process is since multitools are geared towards people working in trades and those people are often exposed to sparks and flames that can (yes it's happened to me) ignite or at least burn from exposure. While I know your 3D printed sheath runs the same risk at least with it being solid nylon fiber printing and not woven fabric sparks and small flames should roll off or be resisted long enough to avoid major disaster. I wish I could have chimed I. On the AMA that they need to offer flame retardant sheaths if they want to continue offering woven sheaths as the new norm
Any ARC holsters in stock?
Not yet, just getting the ARC 3D model done today, then working on the Holster. Notification sign up sheet on the produce page linked in the description.
@@ZapWizard awesome thank you
Wonderful video as always ZapWizard! I can't wait to order the standard Arc holster with the Barnicle bit add-on. Having both the Leatherman Ratchet Driver and 711 Ratchet on the holster is genius as I currently carry both with my G10 Charge+ Leatherman nylon holster along with the WiHa Double Sided (77781 & 77782) Bits. The one thing I wish you would add to your store is the full feature set of your Arc holster to the Charge G10/TTI holster as the mods I've made to my G10 Charge+ improve upon the stock Arc tools for my use case. I also prefer the comfort of the G10 Charge+ in use so far compared to the Arc. I would 100% purchase both holsters (at least 2 -3 G10 Charge+ versions and 1 Arc) from you so I could grab and go with whichever tool I wanted/needed for that day.
Ya, I know my older holsters are getting neglected by the FREE series features. It just takes time to design and prototype each change. (Along with updating hundreds of renderings)
@@ZapWizard Don’t worry, I wasn’t saying that as any sort of a dig, we all highly respect the work you’re doing on the Arc/Garage/Free tools! I’m just hoping sometime down the line once you’re caught up on the hot items that will and should make you some money there will be updated versions for the G10/TTI Charge+ because I think a lot of us aren’t as impressed by the Arc as we were hoping to be.
@@93MichiganFootball No worries, I didn’t take it that way. I do have improvements I need to push back down the product lines.
Got my Arc. Probably going to send it back for a refund though. Blade came ridiculously unfinished, frame flexes like an Ozark Trail when gripping a bolt or using it to turn on a broken faucet at work, and I've now seen four videos about the wire cutters breaking when cutting a wire coat hanger which is essentially fence wire (super soft. Even Gerber's garbage carbide cutters can cut fence/hanger wire). I'm definitely not impressed by this thing, which makes me sad because when I first saw it, I thought it would be perfect as a tool for my motorcycle's compact onboard tool kit (my lightweight adventure bike is a DRZ400 with limited space in the tail/saddlebags) but from my experience and what I've seen here on UA-cam, I'm afraid to trust it at home, much less in the wilderness where it could literally be the difference between riding home or pushing my bike till someone with a truck shows up which could be days if I go on rides like the Trans-America Trail. Sadly, the Arc has proven to be a waste of $230 so far. I do like your carrier designs though. Might have to grab a few for some of my other tools
It sounds like you might want to consider a warranty claim: that's not how the Arc is supposed to feel/perform
Excellent video! Great information ...wish I would have found this months ago
are you able to swap blades between arc, p4 and bach 5? thx
@@stanli8069 yes. They are all the same mechanism. I have thickness diagrams linked at the bottom of my website to help you plan.
@@ZapWizard thanks, didnt find the thickness diagram, it gives an error page. but already bought them and swapped the blades.
@@stanli8069 zapwizard.com/pages/leatherman-free-arc-stack-up-diagrams
Probably the reason they didn't make the scissors longer on the arc, was to keep manufacturing costs down. If you use the same scissors in every tool you grab and go verses having to make sure you have the correct scissors with the correct product.
Yep, the T4 is the smallest tool that has the same scissors, I think they just kept that size.
Wow! You are an impressive fellow! Amazing holsters!! When I get one, please add the magnet.
@@wickius12 currently all holster sales are on hold as Shapeways (who produced them) just declared bankruptcy.
What does "Free Technology" mean?
From Leatherman www.leatherman.com/free-collection.html
What degree is the blade bevel to resharpen or touch, curious,I have a Arc now,blade came pretty damn sharp,just wanted to confirm it so I can dail it in on my work sharp precision adjust sharpening system an also on the Arc,what size bit is needed to remove the thumb stud,ty
Leatherman.com/customerservicemaintenance.html, for the blade angle. The screw sizes are in the information pull downs on the thumb-tab product page.
@@ZapWizard ,ah thank you
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Where did you get the pocket clip?
The ARC comes with a pocket clip, otherwise Leatherman sells a replacement clip that also comes with the lanyard loop.
When will they be available again?
The holster will be available when it’s ready. Working on the CAD for it over the next few days, then ordering prototypes which takes a week or two. I expect it to take only 1 prototype for most of the options. The horizontal carry may take longer as I want to try some new ideas on that one.
What do you think about those little notches on inside of the hanfles
The ones near the plastic/magnet? They are to align the two halves when closing.
Yes. I think we're talking same thing. I'd say ergonomic of the handles is okay but those notches are tend to poke my hands...yeah? No?
@@uzbeck2006 They do end up poking. I think they could have designed a better more comfortable method. For example those plastic bits, they could have molded in an alignment feature.
I thought the same! I do some 3d printing as well. I guess we "see" things like that. I'm sure you're heard that b4 but I also happy to see in your desings: problem-solution/ideation-prototyping-testing-more refining-user testing approach. And nothing extra for the sake of being just fancy. Will you redesign those bit holders?? I mean they're somewhat functional. Not most ergonomic and not at all integrated into any kind system by a lm. Hence why lm needs to hire you asap!!
I love my Ark and am looking forward your holster for it! I'm going with the ratchet holder version. Thanks for all your great work! 👍
You spelt ARC incorrectly. And the capitalization wot. Have a good day and God bless you good kind sir.
Just looking at the thumbnail I can figure out what “impliments” are but whats a “predication”
When will leatherman get it lol, we want as many tools and options as we can get, new style tools,