12/14/2023 0 Comments Hammerplus multi tool pliersThe other tools that help raise the Wave+ above the run-of-the-mill pack are its small spring loaded scissors as well as a bit driver. That’s the 4 outside accessible tools with the bonus that you can open the two knives with just your thumb. There’s a double sided file that will handle wood or steel on one side and a diamond coated file on the other plus a saw. A couple of knives – straight edge and serrated edge both 420HC stainless steel (rated as “Good” on my multi-tool knife steel scale). The rest of the tools that make the Wave so popular are still here. I’m a big fan of replaceable wire cutters because it’s so easy to damage the cutting blades and you need some way to repair or replace them. The Plus upgrade is a small but important step forward with the addition of replaceable wire cutters on the pliers. Leatherman has introduced the Wave Plus version. The Wave is Leatherman’s most popular model by far and it seems to make just about every “Best Multi-Tool” list ever written! There’s a good reason for that. The original version of the Wave was released 20 years ago way back in 1998 and was superseded by an upgraded version 6 years later. But check you really need scissors because otherwise, this is a very good modern multi-tool.Ĭheck the current price on Amazon Multi-Tool-Set My one and only multi-tool would have a good pair of choppers so I would understand if that’s the reason this isn’t on your list. There is really only one reason I can think of why the PowerAccess Deluxe might not be on your list and that’s the lack of a pair of scissors. It’s well made, carries easily on its pocket clip and to my eyes looks good to top it all off. The PowerAccess is easy to handle with tools that open easily and lock into place. I own the original version of the PowerAccess and after being a bit underwhelmed at first handling, it grew on me – a LOT! I’m now thinking I need to trade it in for the Deluxe. There’s a jewelry driver as well plus the usual flathead screwdrivers, bottle opener and more. The other tools include that most useful general tools – an awl plus a Philips with a fully shaped head. Add these to the straight edge knife and you have the full range of cutting tools – except a pair of scissors. The Deluxe also gives you a couple of extra cutting blades. To be fair, it’s an ingenious idea but not as flexible as a dedicated driver. Both models of the PowerAccess already have a bit driver of sorts – with the handles closed, put a hex bit in the gap between and magnets hold it in place. And you get a 12 piece bit kit to make full use of it. The Deluxe version keeps all the same tools as the original model and adds a dedicated 1/4 inch bit driver. The Deluxe is as the name hints, an upgrade to the PowerAccess released a few years earlier. Some are old favorites and some are improved versions of popular models but all of them are worthy of carrying with you every day. We’ve combed the multi-tool market to choose only the best 9 of 2021. It’s not going to be easy but someone has to do it. Exciting times for all except maybe for me who has to choose the 9 best multi-tools for 2021. Old favorites retain their cult following or get upgraded and totally new models appear to challenge the status quo. I have a list of the multi-tools that are the best in their categories that I rate very highly on my recommended multi-tools page. The range of great multi-tools we can choose to hook onto our pocket or throw in our bag grows each year. The great news in the multi-tool world is that things keep getting better for us Multi-Tool MacGyvers.
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