Which should you choose? The new Leatherman Free P4 vs Wave Comparison Review.
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- Опубліковано 26 тра 2019
- In 2019 Leatherman introduced their new every day carry Free series, starting with the P4 and P2. I bought the P4 and compared it to the Wave- Leathermans best and most versatile multitool. This video covers all the improvements to the Leatherman multitool- like fast opening, and one handed tool deployment. I examine the tools, and discuss the new ergonomic changes to the handle, and the addition of magnets. In this video you’ll see some comparisons to the Super Tool, and the Victorinox SwissTool Spirit.
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Jokes on you, that Velcro is me opening my wallet.
Nothing but flies come out
And lint!!
To buy the p4? 😊
Apparently which is stupid in my opinion! I have the Surge and it has to be the best because if it wasn't for the Surge, I wouldn't even bother. Nothing is replaceable on the P4, it's a budget tool which Leatherman is ripping off the gullible that don't know any better!!
I only have Velcro on my sandals.. it’s nice except for when it sticks to my socks
“The upside is it’s easy to stay celibate when carrying this way.” A huge upside often overlooked by multitool bois.
This guy’s sense of humor is a mix of Disney’s Jungle Cruise and Mystery Science Theatre 3000. I love it
I love your dry sense of humor. I’m pretty sure you’re a dad, because I feel like this is me in a year after my boy can talk and I have to get my daily frustrations out in a calm manner. Great videos and thanks for providing a realistic review, even though you’re a knife and flashlight enthusiast you don’t bust your nut regarding new/highly marketed gear like the salesmen at blade hq. many thanks and keep on Truckin.
Got two little ones under 4! Thanks man!
@@AdvancedKnifeBro can’t afford another if you want more g&g hawks . Work part time and collect food stamps and government assistance
I'm personally waiting for the Leatherman Auto, but thank you for doing me this solid. 😂
I knew it!
"did a solid on you" ?
John Bowers - I tried to think up a "did a solid on me" joke, but they all sounded really super dirty.
Don't poo poo it and keep trying!
I did too, but mine were all pretty shitty.
You nailed it in the first minute - Wingman tools. Finally, someone who didn't fall for the hype.
Oh yeah!
Not even comparable. As soon as I saw the crappy tools on the free models, it was over. Gray sucks. Charge TTi and Surge my favorites with the Wave a very close thiird
So happy I got all my wingman's for $20 each lol best investment ever.
I have the wingman charge wave and free lol honestly i like how the free p4 sits in my pocket with the pocket clip and i do like the sixe and feel of the tools better than the wingman
The tools are a mixture between the Wingman and the Victorinox Classic (... the keychain knife) I would argue.
Measured with and without the sheath, yes. But how many ounces is it with the weight of viewer expectations factored in?
I'm so glad I found this channel. I appreciate the humor and people who are upset over a difference of opinion about something as inconsequential as preferences in pocket knives or multitools are just miserable asshats who have nothing better to do in their lives. Thanks for being willing to have fun with these videos!
I found the humor unnecessary and slightly annoying. However this is his channel and he can say whatever he wants. 🤭
This was the best review I've ever seen! Just the right amount of snark with your honesty. I like it! Subbed.
Apparemment, vous n'avez pas vu grand-chose ! :)
He is the best. I wish he had more viewers.
Was like 90% snark 10% sustenance
Same here!
I have the Swiss Tool (my favorite) and the Wave. A coworker, who fell for the hype, bought the Free P4. I think your review is spot on. Welcome back! I missed your videos/sense of humor!
Thanks man! Yeah- it ain’t the “perfect” multitool
I appreciate the honesty and am glad to hear I’m not missing much!
Yup and thanks!
It's not free. I feel cheated. I think leatherman and my ex are working together. 4 people clearly are missing the sarcasm gene.
Yeah I paid $130!
I remeber when i saw it and the genius i am thought "what? Is it some charity thing?"
Damn, I wish they were free...
love the sarcastic reviews... i have zero intention of replacing my wave any time soon but watch your videos just for the entertainment value
Thank you!
One of the best reviewers on UA-cam. Love his cleverly executed dry humor. Brilliant as always.
Thank you!
"Torque-ing your nuts".... amazing! And thanks for saving 140 of my dollars
Damn even I felt that burn 😂😂“My humor isn’t as nuanced as a 15 year old meme, what’re the odd the meme is older than the troll”
Moral of the story- update your memes!
I was really wanting the new leatherman but I think I’m going with the surge because of the bit kit, my daily carry for the last year is the Victornox spirit and it’s amazing
Welcome back, THANKS for filming ~ keepem coming
Thanks man!
Thanks KnifeBro! This is the first honest review, I am myself wave fan for more than 15 years. My other leatherman favorite - hard working blast is loose enough to be open with one hand
What a thrill to see my name up there! I can't believe you AKB doesn't have more patrons. Come on guys, how many chuckles has AKB given you in his entertaining but informative reviews. Throw some funds his way.
Think of how awesome his videos could be with a little more money. Think of all the blue lines he could afford. He could specify the dimensions (tallness especially) of everything that appears in frame.
It's not going to take long for the "Free" magnet to get covered in itty bitty metal fragments that won't clean off. The Wave is clearly still the champ.
Or the big brother surge. For me the surge is king. Wish they offered a premium version of the surge like they do with the wave.
If you can't figure out how to clean metal fragments off a magnet then give your multi tools away and get a purse and insert a tampon...
Compressed air anyone?!?
@@AG.Floats or just stick with the cheaper, proven tools like the wave and surge and just don't have the problem in the first place. For my this Letherman series was a neat idea, but was a swing and a miss. As leatherman is finding out as well. But can't want for improvements or new / better ideas.
@@702johnny The surge is great, but it needs a few tweaks like a thicker blade. It's annoying to have such a thin flimsy blade on that heavy frame.
My wife and I loved your video brother! Love your humor! And thanks I’m not wasting 130 bucks.
I said it before and I say it again: your videos always set my head back up straight. Because you see and valuate the tools and knifes as they are, in real life and show us how we really will use them. You are so right. The only interesting thing on the free is the "free", the tools and ergos are not that good. Thank you bro, for beeing such a bro. Btw congratulation to your recent success with your video! Keep it up, because I will need your opinion for future gear!!
Thank you!
I have a heavybeastSurge, Wave, 300 and now a P4... almost comically the one tool thats missing from the P4 everyone is crabbing about is the bit driver that I dont think I've ever used once on the Surge or Wave across however many years.
In short.. the P4 is a fanfreakintastic bush/camp/trekking tool.
I highly recommend thinking through the multiple flat tips and modifying them to your liking. I made one into a legit chisel w/ zero micro bevel, another into a very small (eyeglasses) flat-tip and worked over the awl a bit.
Honestly, I'd like to keep the rounded/toothy pliars part, but move it back and toss out the hard wire cutters entirely, and replace the needlenose with flushcut side cutters.
Needle nose pliars aren't really needed in the bush, but squeezing/twisting and picking up hot stuff is.. so I guess the damn pliars get to ride despite adding 5oz to my already fatass and load.
The one handed open does really impress me. The bit options for the wave are the reason I’m not switching
A big seller in the one-handed-paper hanger forum. They worship this little gem. I would say they applaud it, but..... woops.
Your initial thoughts matched mine almost to a tee! $140 for a magnetic wingman? Geez Leatherman !
.... hooray
Right?
Nice comparison video. You are a funny guy and had me chuckling out loud. After looking carefully at the new P4 and thinking about how I actually use my Wave+, I can honestly say, I'm not buying the new model for several reasons: 1) I don't care about 1-hand operation. I was born with 2 hands and I've come to rely on the coordinated way they work together. When would I ever need to use only one hand? 2) I'm a hiker/camper guy and I need the little, tiny screw driver to adjust the declination on my compass. No other tool will do that. 3) I use the metal file frequently to do quick and easy sharpening of knives and axes. What changes would I make to the Wave+: I would gladly give up the serrated-edge knife for an awl (like the SAK has) The "awl" on the P4 is not a real awl anyway; too big and clunky and doesn't meet my needs for repairing things like 1000 denier packs and tents. It just doesn't. But, the Wave+ doesn't have an awl either, so this is a push. So, the bottom line for me is the new Leatherman is not a competitor with the Wave+ because it doesn't do as many important functions. Also, I couldn't care less about one-handed flipping of my multi-tool and I don't care whether the auxiliary tools are on the outside, or the inside. But, thanks for your thoughtful and humorous review/comparison. You made my day.
Absolutely the most entertaining review of anything that I have seen on YT. Congrats + sub
What's honestly interesting to me is everyone's conception that you can't open the surge or wave with one hand. I personally use these tools everyday on-the-job doing electrical work with one hand holding up the light in the other flipping open my multi-tool. And trust me I am not overly coordinated lol.
Great video keep it comin
Thank you for this review/comparison
I love my bits and tiny screwdriver. Wave still my favorite. Thanks for the honest review.
Im a big fan of this thing mainly because accessing the pliers with one hand is important for what I do. But I can imagine the wave is better for more people. I love your videos btw!
Heh, full disclosure, I only really come here for the beer reviews but the knife stuff is utterly compelling. It's opened my eyes to a whole new level of desperation that I had no idea existed in the world. The dark humour in the commentary tracks has me gripped.
Splendid work, Sir.
I love the dry humor and great thorough review 👍🏼
Great video, I always enjoy your reviews.
Every multitool will fit someone's needs. And this fits mine. I bought it even after watching this video. I work in the Nuclear power industry and we have walls with many valve handles on them that all look the same. So once we identify the correct valve by floc numbers. We don't take our eyes or hands off of it. Because if you use 2 hand and look at your tool you could operate a different valve when you look back up. And believe me no one wants that in this industry. Many valves are locked into position with zip ties and wire locks that I need wire cutters and the knife for. I can identify the correct valve with the procedure in my left hand touching the correct valve while I open my P4 with my right hand without my eyes leaving the correct valve and I can cut off the locking device. Procedure in hand is a policy for us and it why this tool fits my needs. And if I need anything else along the way I have the tools in my pocket. Looking to swap out the saw for a something I will use at work. I'm dreaming of the switchblade version now.
Another great video Mark!!! Keep it up man
Thanks man!
Man, you videos are great; love the humor.
Just so you know Mr. Knife Bro. I would like your video no matter how shitty! I'm just that kind of guy.
But seriously, you crack me up and I love it!
Thank you!
@@AdvancedKnifeBro No problem at all man! You deserve more credit than you get for your content gold man! And I really mean that
Your hilarious and love knives your quickly becoming my favorite youtuber
HAHAHA "nerdy enough to help keep you celibate'! (snicker)
Why have I wasted so much time on other knife reviewers when I coulda been listening to this guy! Love your style, and content, bro!
My man!
So objective, I appreciate this in a review. You don't get all brand loyal crazy like many other channels.
I try all kinds of brands here. Some channels have covert sponsorships- which is why the brand favoritism. Some of the time- not all of the time.
I just opened with one hand every tool on my Leatherman P4 wearing a glove.
Now that is an amazing tool.
WHY DIDN'T YOU SHOW THE REBAR?? Kidding - love your reviews. And that 100% includes your beer reviews. Beers and blades. Love it.
Y NO REBAR LOVE
Rebar is crap, you can't open bottle of wine or beer with it. Well ... just kidding, but I usually have victorinox knife and rebar, they sort of complement each other - victorinox for food and surgery (removing splinters from hand using knife and tweezers), rebar for some work, real tools for real work.
@@pavelperina7629 You can easily open beers with an unopened Rebar and I don't drink wine. I do often carry a Vic Tinker, 'cause it's so people friendly and has tweezers, small needle and stuff. The Rebar does not substitute my toolbox, but it saves me 100 trips back to the shop or down the ladder.
Worth the wait, great vid.
Love your reviews. Thank you.
Yeeeeeeeeewwwwww!! Good to see ya there bro!!
Thanks man!
Excellent comparison and commentary 👍
Think I'll buy it for the upgraded sheath. Belated congrats on the 40K subs!
Thanks man!
I'm awl for your content, subbed!
Super entertaining review!!! The best thing about the new FREE is the snap up sheath. Gonna get one for my WAVE!
Just discovered this channel, love the sense of humor.
*subbed*
I bought Both the P models. My main problem is deciding which one to carry in the left front pocket and which in the right. Gets a little Heavy at times but, I feel like I am Prepared for Life. My Wave got delegated to the back pocket, right next to my Surge. Almost 30 ozs of Multitool Perfection...Yea Baby!
Arrived looking for that confirmation bias. Stayed for the humor and thorough reality check. Left with a bell ring and a sub. Definitely staying tuned bro.
Thanks man!
That was a really smart video. Thanks!
The Leatherman salesman interviewed by BladeHQ at whatever-show-it-was, had me convinced I should buy one. Having seen your review and one by Cedric & Ada, I'm glad I didn't rush into it. I'll stick with my old Wave. Is the staying celibate method by way of wearing the tool in a nerdy orientation, or by the serrated blade breaking free of the magnetic field and whipping the nuts off ? Pee For Free !
The other day I was using my Victorinox Weekender to open a can, and I found going the "wrong way" was a lot easier than the "right way". I'm one of the people that gave AKB a hard time about it. So I have to say, you were right AKB, YOU WERE RIGHT!!!
I usually start one way and then swap, and go with whichever way sucks less. But most of the time I just use a real can opener.
Awesome video! Liked and subbed. 💪👍
Sweet bro i mean mr bro cant wait till u finally get settled in ur new place and get some of that sweet batoning action vids in iv been re wachin ur old videos
Got some big blades ready for chopping!
Got a P4 on the way. I wasn't a huge fan of the Wave because it was too small for my hands. We'll see how the P4 goes though
I agree with most everything you said. I still bought the p4 though, gotta catch em all!
Thank you, I'm going to buy the surge
pretty damn funny! love the dry wit. I have 4 ish waves and love them. I recently lost my IT charge and I"m sad about it, so I'm watching leather vids and trying to find another one on ebay.
Did free lunch magnetic stuff when taking out of pocket or bag? I have that problem with surface when i take it out of bag it takes all stuff in bag with it im sure it can be problematic with keys in pocket
No the magnets aren’t strong. Never had anything stick to it.
Great review. Thanks for the shoutout! Cheers!
Thanks for being a patron!
Great review, I'll stick to my original Wave tool and save the money for something else.🐱
Sounds like a great plan!
That is just amazing , so what will i do with my other hand .
Love your videos and humor.
Really awesome Leatherman Free P4 tool!!! :D
Thanks. Been looking to pull the trigger on a letherman (got a gerber) for a while and was excited about the free line. Probably just going to go with a wave now. Looking forward to advance pen bro
Wave man!
I just cant live without that diamond file. As a blacksmith and and outdoorsmen I use the diamond file as much if not more than the pliers. Everytime I think about carrying a different multi tool I end up missing my diamond file Haha. Great video!
Glad to have you back, and thanks for your initial thoughts on this on Instagram a few weeks ago. Saved me money for sure. Are you working on some pen videos now too?
I have a small collection of pens now. I plan on doing some this summer. A few reviews and comparisons of the ones you saw on IG. Gotta get some of my backlog of knife stuff done first.
I have had the Wave for nearly seven years now, and I love it! Been thinking about doing a one-handed opening video for a while now, as I have managed to do each tool that way.
Hey thanks for the realistic and down to earth review. I’m a big fan of the wave/surge/charge leatherman and used my wave a lot before I got into aviation, but I can’t use it anymore due to the bits being a potential source of fod on the plane. (inb4 personal tools on aircraft defeat the point of tool control, we allow it at my unit so suck it) I’ve been using a sidekick for a while now and do like it but was wondering if leatherman had come out with something a bit more robust that looked interesting to me. I’m glad I got to watch your video and see what this tool was all about, and honestly I think I’m just gonna stick to my sidekick. It’s a nice and simple tool (although I had to grind the flathead a little bit smaller to be able to use it on cam locks) and I don’t see how this new tool can justify the rather expensive price tag. I look forward to seeing more of your videos!
Damn it man, I came *specifically* for the confirmation bias and subsequent justification to drop $140 because, well - magnets. Now I have to go check out the Victorinox and consider if I need bit drivers or not. I was ready to be biased, not objectively persuaded into careful consideration. Here's your freaking Like and subscribe. [Mashes button grumpily]
Great video comparison!
Thank you. I wanted a legitimate comparison and appreciate your thoroughness. You’ve convinced me that the Wave is the way to go.
Great video !!
I’m awl in on this video. Welcome back bro.
Awlways happy for the comment!
Thanks for comparing all the tools. Sometimes it's difficult getting a good idea of how things work from Leatherman's website. Either way I think I'll stick with my wave.
I can open the pliers with one hand extremely easily. I can also access the saw and file with one hand with a slight amount of fidgeting. Additionally I can access most of the internal tools as well with one hand. Although that requires a level of fidgeting that could result an accidentally dropping the tool. However I've never really needed to access those tools one-handed. But the slight ergonomic issues you pointed out would probably end up annoying me.
All in all I'll probably stick with my Leatherman Wave. Although more than likely I'll end up having to buy one so I can make sheets for it. Just like the stupid Gerber Center Drive.
Due to this I've had the opportunity to try a bunch of other multi-tools over the years and still go back to my Leatherman Wave. I even own two of them. Mainly because I make gun holsters and knife sheaths, an the wave is fairly popular. So I usually need a spare to mold off of. But also because I have broken tools on my way before and like to have a backup while the other one is out for warranty repair.
In my opinion it's still the most versatile multi-tool on the market.
I already have a surge with bit kit and extender and a wave plus. Leave me alone Leatherman!
Love your comedic take on everything lol
Day:
1. “Nice video but I have no use for this item”
2. *thinking about P4 constantly*
3. *watching other UA-cam videos about P4*
4. *Checking prices of P4 on favorite knife sites*
5. *orders P4* “arghh I’m such an idiot I’ll never be out of debt!!!”
6. *also orders Swisstool*
7. *watches new knifebro video*
What’s number 8?
Advanced Knife Bro 8. Hides credit card statement from spouse
I love my Buck 110 and my Wave. No interest in switching to a P4 or other silliness. Thanks. Good review
Good dry humor. Earned my sub. I just got the p2. Im kinda wishing they just made the wave pliers easier to open. Thinking of cheating on the p2 and buying a surge
Man, you are astounding. Best reviews
Thank you!
Superb Video as always. Serious question: I have the Sidekick and never really need more. Should I get this? I've noticed once you have sometime and you then need id often so I want to know if it's worth it. Aside from that I hope you're well.
I would stick with the sidekick... the one handed isn’t worth it
@@AdvancedKnifeBro thanks for the advice my friend.
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Stephan
thanks for the funny informative review/warning, I like your serious/manic split personality style. I'm not a knife fan but could use some kind of multi-tool thingy for my new gardening/handyman business since I usually cycle and take a bare minimum of tools with me. Any other tips would be greatly appreciated..
Both informative and entertaining, very good!
Keep doing what you're doing bro. Good video.
Thanks!
Actually, life was rolling along pretty much as usual, Mr. AdvancedKnifeBro. Hope that doesn't wilt your Wheaties. But it is good to have you back. The humor quotient here is quite high.
Naw man, I get it!
I just picked up a custom Surge this week and I'm fidgeting with it all the time to work it is, since I was coming from a SOG PowerLock which has one of the best one handed openings of all the multi-tools. I was really considering the Free P4, but the higher price tag (and the lackluster tool load out) made me hesitant. After watching this review I'm definitely glad that I went with the Surge, because handle comfort is a huge thing for me -- one of the reasons I was tired of the SOG -- so seeing those stupid little nubs on the Free really surprises me.
Sounds like a good choice to me
Great videos man, so damn entertaining!
Thank you!
Thanks for the vid keep it up and I knew the multi tool was going to suck nuts right when you showed it I think I'll pick up the wave plus
Thanks for the comparison! Guess I'll be hanging onto my money for now.
What they can't put round the handle parts edges in the cnc machine program ?
I like that you do all the dimensions with the blue line. That is helpful.
what's your go to second to the wave?
For the longest time I thought your channel name was Cool Knife Bro. Also what do you think of the Charge TTi? It's currently my go to multi tool. But I feel like some kind of rich knife snob with my S30V blade since my tools and accessories plus multi tool is around 200.00$ on the side of my hip. I just don't know what to think anymore... your thoughts?