EDC Multitool?

I EDC a SwissTool Spirit. I've owned plenty of different tools and it's the best of them all in my opinion. If I had to buy something else I'd get the Leathermen MUT because I'd like to keep it with me when I'm out plinking with my AR.
 
Damn, your Wave really does everything in spades. A Charge would be an upgrade but not necessary. You could go bigger, Surge maybe, or go Skeletool but I think for those requirements you've got the best option already.
 
Maybe a MUT? It handles some AR style tasks while being a good edc option with replaceable implements and the punch works great on Glocks. Not sure what your gear is but it has options even EOD.
 
I've found the Wave to be all I've ever needed on duty and off. I just recently bought the new model with the bit kit and extender - not really feeling the love yet; the scissors are smaller and the blades are a little different shape, but its a good tool nonetheless.
 
I'd look at Victorinox and SOG multi tools. They are high quality. Honestly, you guys carry enough stuff on your belt already. I don't particularly care to carry my multi-tool as an EDC, but I have it on me if the situation suggests I might need it. But I generally just keep it in my field bag in my vehicle available for use.
 
not much more to add, there are some good options there. skeletool is light on the pliers, but if you break them, LM will replace them, no biggie. If you need other dedicated tools, then go for it, but I can't see anything else hitting your needs better than what the wave is now.
 
gadgetgeek said:
not much more to add, there are some good options there. skeletool is light on the pliers, but if you break them, LM will replace them, no biggie. If you need other dedicated tools, then go for it, but I can't see anything else hitting your needs better than what the wave is now.
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Indeed, I once snapped the pliers on a Skeletool CX, and although I'd bought it in the U.S., I just mailed it to the Leatherman distributor in the Netherlands and they sent me a new one, no questions asked. Leatherman's replace-everything policy can be heartbreaking if you have a problem with a discontinued tool, but the Skeletool CX doesn't look like it's going anywhere.

If you're curious about the differences among the three Skeletool models:

Skeletool: 420HC combo edge, slot for extra bit, no file, all-stainless finish
Skeletool CX: 154CM plain edge, slot for extra bit, no file, black stainless/CF finish
Skeletool SX: 420HC combo edge, no slot for extra bit, diamond-coated file, black finish

The blade length is the same for all three, and at 2.6" is fairly small, but it gets the job done. If it's going to be replacing your main blade, I would definitely go for the CX with its plain edge in 154CM. If you don't care so much about the knife, the Skeletool vs the SX pretty much boils down to whether you'd prefer an extra bit or a file. Personally, I'd have preferred to see a Squirt-sized pair of scissors there, but Leatherman thinks you should just carry both, so I frequently pair mine with a Style PS.
 
I've decided to get the Leatherman MUT because of the specifics towards law enforcement and I read the blade is a bit sturdier. I'm heading out to my local store today to pick it up. I'll let you all know how it turns out!
 
Really like the Leatherman Wave. Step up to the TTi if it's worth it for you. Isn't for me, but I carry my wave with a pocket clip daily.
 
Another for the Skeletool CX,
suits me well because I don't like the bulk from carrying around files, saws, can openers, etc.
 
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