So, I just got a leatherman

[SecSpyral]

To be honest, this is my first Leatherman I have ever bought and I can not believe I waited this long. I've carried a SAK for a long time and throughout my childhood so it was a bit difficult to go to something else.

It's a Leatherman Charge ALX and I purchased it because of the recommendations from you all on the forums. Thanks for recommending it, its an amazing tool.

Anyone else carry a Charge?

 

[Lock1454]

I carry a Charge TTi when I wear jeans in cooler weather (bit too heavy for summer carry and cargo shorts) or when I know I will definitely need a larger tool. Love this sucker, but looking into getting a SOG of some sort just to try

 

[supratentorial]

Congratulations on your first Leatherman! The ALX is a good choice! I often carry the discontinued Charge XTi (camouflage). I like the dual bit drivers on the XTi (and ALX) since I use the pocket clip and don't carry the bit kit with me. Although it doesn't have scissors, I can use the plain edge blade or the scissors on the Victorinox Rambler that's on my keychain.

 

[ieraseu]

The ALX is a very good choice. If you are handy with a bench grinder you can also make an awl that will fit into one of the bit drivers, adding versatility.

I still love SAKs though. They are lighter to carry and seem more suited for tasks such as picnics and food preparation while Leatherman tools I see as more suited for 'down and dirty' work such as repairing machinery.

It's nice to have both.

 

[Irish Steel]

Nice! I want a kick. I really need one for around the farm/Work.

 

[thejamppa]

Kick is nice, cheaper Leatherman... just way you open screw driver is frust rating. I still prefer my discontinued Pulse over Kick. I am getting Leatherman Blast soon for a allaround work tool. Charge-series is bit too expensive for me. If I would have money I would definately take Skeletool-series or Charge-series Leatherman.

But for Farmwork kick is really best leatherman. Cheap, sturdy and has good value / quality.