As a complete tourist, finding all these videos for the first time because I picked up the Arc as my first multitool.... REALLY NICE to see a video without all the whining and bitching. Seems like a great tool. Thanks for the pocket clip screws tip.
Hey bud, good on you for putting small hardware in the empty pocket clip holes. Looks so much cleaner and completed. I will be doing this. Black oxide 2-56 thread 1/16”. I’ll be rummaging through my rc hardware boxes. McMaster Carr pack of 25 for $12.50? Meh, ok. If I can’t find anything else.
The only actually issue i have with the arc is the cutters and that seems to be more an issue with all leatherman cutters atm not just the arc. The price is high but it's magnacut what else would you expect. I don't personally like LM bits (prefer the driver on the rebar) because they are more likely to strip but they are much easier to carry a full set so the convenience is there.
Personally, I think Leatherman's flat bits kind of suck. I've actually broken 3 of them. That being said, bits are supposed to be considered expendable. That's sorta the point of them. If you break it, you just put a new one in. I will NOT carry a multitool that doesn't have some sort of replaceable bit system. Would I like if they switched to a normal bit driver? Sure, but it isn't really that big of a deal.
I have a gen 2 surge an have had no issues with my cutters on hard wire when used at work or home,kinda bummed about the Arc cutters an well the newer Leathermans lately,they need to go back to the cutter's they were putting in their tools.
An also get their quality control on par,I like Demko knives,how he only releases so many batches to keep quality control,I love the ad20 in s30v or the other one that is a smidge better than s30v,there pricey but worth the money with the shark lock .
Hello. I bought some black wire cutters with my arc order upon release and sorry to say they are the newer ones. It's not 154CM steel anymore it's not 420 stainless steel.
@@DanielVergara-lw1ur well, that’s unfortunate. We may need to stop buying the cutters directly from Leatherman until they fix the issue. I’m going to go online and try to order some from another retailer. Maybe they have older backstock
Broke the cutters on my Arc today just cutting bailing wire. Even Gerber's bunk ass carbide cutters can cut bailing wire without failure. I tested all my other Leatherman tools purchased post-2022 and the Arc is the only one that has had a cutter failure. My Arc also came with a crazy dull blade and a lot of frame flex so my excitement for what I thought was a perfect tool to go in my dual sport's compact tool kit has turned into serious mistrust and a lot of regret for the money I spent. I considered a Charge but the Wave (pretty much a less premium charge) pinched the hell out of the meat of my big ass hands between the blade and saw whenever I used the wire cutters so the Arc having the right tool set without the risk of mangling my hand when I'm hundreds of miles out in tje wilderness seemed like the way to go. Boy oh boy was I wrong
I’m not satisfied with it. The tabs that align the sides when it’s folded dig into my hand when I’m using it as pliers. The Wave is comfortable to use a pliers. This isn’t
I've fitted black oxide cutters as well, I think it looks loads better, also I've seen alot of videos mentioning the original below par cutters, someone needs to contact leatherman and ask for answers
Honestly if you aren’t using it wrong, you know if it needs warranty work on the first day after a good inspection. A lot of people abuse leathermans warranty. 230 isn’t that much so I don’t mind voiding it if I want to add my own stuff.
I always enjoy a diverse set of opinions across the board... But sometimes? tuning into someone who sounds just like a voice for one's own opinions is very comforting! I really like your insights and agree 100% lol. Funny thing to me is, one of the things I love about leathermen are the bit kits, the extenders, the ratchet, the cases... I got the best carrying cases on their site for a pittance... With the bit/kits You can have a variety of sizes on the fly! Easy to carry, If they break... the world goes on. Like you say, the bits are to get one out of a jam... I am personally not a fan of the leatherman multi tools in general, but I think they did a great job on this new tool... I would buy it.
my wirestrippers broke already, other than that i like the tool, came form a wave,i miss the serrated blade, “right tool for the right job” is why everyone needs a serrated blade
It’s interesting to hear what other Leatherman users needs are. In all the time I’ve carried one, I NEVER use the serrated blade. Thanks for watching and commenting My Friend!
No, I disagree. Multitools are made to deals with on-the-go tasks, when you don't have the right specialized tools with you. They have to be strong enough to support that, especially high priced US made MT with good réputation... Leathermans are overpriced, not just because warranty is part of the price, but because nowadays this company is more focused on benefits and marketing, than on quality and customer satisfaction.
Funny though that the original idea of Tim Leatherman was to have a tool capable of being used and yes, sometimes abused to solve problems like leaky hotel plumbing and road-side fixes of cranky cars. Nowadays the overpriced products need to be pampered and the users need to have a degree to properly use them.
dude, the flat proprietary bits are crap, they break and are garbage as is this new overpriced tackle-box item only good for fishing and nothing else, its a gimmicky toy and a POS....... pliers are useless, the only decent pliers on any leatherman are on mr crunch and crunch, other than those they are all garbage, try disconnect a car battery with a pos leatheman GARBAGE
I have not been particularly happy with the flat bits...so, I don't use them. I carry a full size set of bits--and have a pinched nerve to show for it.
I think this video is a valuable prospective from a man who’s using the tool to earn his living and his opinion matters to me.
Thank You Sir
As a complete tourist, finding all these videos for the first time because I picked up the Arc as my first multitool.... REALLY NICE to see a video without all the whining and bitching. Seems like a great tool. Thanks for the pocket clip screws tip.
My Pleasure!
Excellent review! Thanks for sharing!!!!
@@johnagen3688 My Pleasure!
Hi
This will be my first Leatherman, ARC looking good. In the UK still no stock.
Will pic one up soon.
Thanks for the video, good info.
I ordered 2 more sets of cutter inserts too! Also hoping they are the old style.
Great video! I just got my ARC from Bass Pro Shop this past weekend and love it 👍🏽
Good to hear!
One of few. The pliers dig into your hands when using them! Trash!!!
@@thomaszinecker1785 They don’t dig into my hands at all.
Hey bud, good on you for putting small hardware in the empty pocket clip holes. Looks so much cleaner and completed. I will be doing this. Black oxide 2-56 thread 1/16”. I’ll be rummaging through my rc hardware boxes. McMaster Carr pack of 25 for $12.50? Meh, ok. If I can’t find anything else.
We should get a few people to split the cost and just send them cheaply in an envelope via USPS. I am interested in getting 2 to fill the holes.
The flat leatherman bits are tough as nails. I use em all the time
Me too.
What do u think of missing the serrated blade. Do u use it?
Great video and some excellent comments!
Thank You!
You definitely need to update us if your new cutters come as old design or ark style ones!
The only actually issue i have with the arc is the cutters and that seems to be more an issue with all leatherman cutters atm not just the arc.
The price is high but it's magnacut what else would you expect.
I don't personally like LM bits (prefer the driver on the rebar) because they are more likely to strip but they are much easier to carry a full set so the convenience is there.
Personally, I think Leatherman's flat bits kind of suck. I've actually broken 3 of them. That being said, bits are supposed to be considered expendable. That's sorta the point of them. If you break it, you just put a new one in. I will NOT carry a multitool that doesn't have some sort of replaceable bit system. Would I like if they switched to a normal bit driver? Sure, but it isn't really that big of a deal.
So glad I saw this lol. I have an arc on the way. Whenever ups feels like getting it to me…
“The waiting is the hardest part”
-Tom Petty
I have a gen 2 surge an have had no issues with my cutters on hard wire when used at work or home,kinda bummed about the Arc cutters an well the newer Leathermans lately,they need to go back to the cutter's they were putting in their tools.
Agreed!
An also get their quality control on par,I like Demko knives,how he only releases so many batches to keep quality control,I love the ad20 in s30v or the other one that is a smidge better than s30v,there pricey but worth the money with the shark lock .
accessibility for everyone is great it should be celebrated @7:30
Please keep us updated on whether or not the new cutters that come in are the new or old model!
👍
Hello. I bought some black wire cutters with my arc order upon release and sorry to say they are the newer ones. It's not 154CM steel anymore it's not 420 stainless steel.
Ahh that’s too bad
@@DanielVergara-lw1ur well, that’s unfortunate. We may need to stop buying the cutters directly from Leatherman until they fix the issue. I’m going to go online and try to order some from another retailer. Maybe they have older backstock
I have the plain Jane extender. Again, gets used daily.
Do you have a link to where you got the screws? It looks unfinished to me too.
Sure!
www.mcmaster.com/product/91255A075
Great! Thank you! @@scottstoolthoughts3190
@@scottstoolthoughts3190 Thanks bigtime for the info on the screws, I didn't like that unfinished look either.
@@patrickrowe7541 My pleasure!
Broke the cutters on my Arc today just cutting bailing wire. Even Gerber's bunk ass carbide cutters can cut bailing wire without failure. I tested all my other Leatherman tools purchased post-2022 and the Arc is the only one that has had a cutter failure. My Arc also came with a crazy dull blade and a lot of frame flex so my excitement for what I thought was a perfect tool to go in my dual sport's compact tool kit has turned into serious mistrust and a lot of regret for the money I spent. I considered a Charge but the Wave (pretty much a less premium charge) pinched the hell out of the meat of my big ass hands between the blade and saw whenever I used the wire cutters so the Arc having the right tool set without the risk of mangling my hand when I'm hundreds of miles out in tje wilderness seemed like the way to go. Boy oh boy was I wrong
Hopefully Leatherman will send out new blades.
I’m not satisfied with it. The tabs that align the sides when it’s folded dig into my hand when I’m using it as pliers. The Wave is comfortable to use a pliers. This isn’t
I find that it’s not an issue for me.
Always love to hear your thoughts on a new tool Scott! 😃👍
Well thank you Sir!
Thanks
I've fitted black oxide cutters as well, I think it looks loads better, also I've seen alot of videos mentioning the original below par cutters, someone needs to contact leatherman and ask for answers
Agree 100%
Honestly if you aren’t using it wrong, you know if it needs warranty work on the first day after a good inspection. A lot of people abuse leathermans warranty. 230 isn’t that much so I don’t mind voiding it if I want to add my own stuff.
I always enjoy a diverse set of opinions across the board... But sometimes? tuning into someone who sounds just like a voice for one's own opinions is very comforting! I really like your insights and agree 100% lol. Funny thing to me is, one of the things I love about leathermen are the bit kits, the extenders, the ratchet, the cases... I got the best carrying cases on their site for a pittance... With the bit/kits You can have a variety of sizes on the fly! Easy to carry, If they break... the world goes on. Like you say, the bits are to get one out of a jam...
I am personally not a fan of the leatherman multi tools in general, but I think they did a great job on this new tool... I would buy it.
I agree!
my wirestrippers broke already, other than that i like the tool, came form a wave,i miss the serrated blade, “right tool for the right job” is why everyone needs a serrated blade
It’s interesting to hear what other Leatherman users needs are. In all the time I’ve carried one, I NEVER use the serrated blade. Thanks for watching and commenting My Friend!
@@scottstoolthoughts3190 yes i cut a lot of small pieces of plastic and rope,
People should be required to take an IQ test before using a multitool. People abuse the warranty and wonder why their prices are so high Lol!!
Absolute TRUTH, My Friend!
No, I disagree. Multitools are made to deals with on-the-go tasks, when you don't have the right specialized tools with you. They have to be strong enough to support that, especially high priced US made MT with good réputation...
Leathermans are overpriced, not just because warranty is part of the price, but because nowadays this company is more focused on benefits and marketing, than on quality and customer satisfaction.
Proprietary bits which are softer and softer, or cutters which crack when cutting coat hangers are perfect examples...
Funny though that the original idea of Tim Leatherman was to have a tool capable of being used and yes, sometimes abused to solve problems like leaky hotel plumbing and road-side fixes of cranky cars. Nowadays the overpriced products need to be pampered and the users need to have a degree to properly use them.
Hey, try and use those hard wire cutters…
I have. What’s your point?
dude, the flat proprietary bits are crap, they break and are garbage as is this new overpriced tackle-box item only good for fishing and nothing else, its a gimmicky toy and a POS....... pliers are useless, the only decent pliers on any leatherman are on mr crunch and crunch, other than those they are all garbage, try disconnect a car battery with a pos leatheman GARBAGE
AGAIN, it’s a tool of CONVENIENCE. If you want to disconnect a car battery, use the proper wrench or ratchet/socket.
Sounds like you’re pretty mad over a tool you don’t own
@@nelsontownsley1962 😆😆
It is just me, or is anyone else mad they don't own a Garage #5?
@@googleuser6635 🤔🤨
There's a youtuber that claims he strips his leatherman bits all the time and that they are soft. I have never had that issue before.
Right?!
You should ask him where to buy diamond screws... I mean most problems I have are cheap cheap screws that shred lol, I could use some diamond screws!
I have not been particularly happy with the flat bits...so, I don't use them. I carry a full size set of bits--and have a pinched nerve to show for it.