[Andy A.]

I picked up one of the 'new' waves, to replace my 4 year old Wave that had simply gone missing.

I love the new ones. Not only does it keep all 4 blades accessible with out opening the tool, but all the internal tools lock open and release with a thumb tab. Even better, the screw drivers use replaceable and reversible bits. All you have to do to switch between flathead or Phillips is pull the bit out, flip it around and put it back in. You can also buy various other bits (torx head etc.). Even the handles are rounded so using the pliers feels just as nice as a real pair. It's a real improvement over what I had thought was the perfect multitool. Most useful half pound of steel you can buy. My only criticism is over the inclusion of what I consider a useless flathead screw driver in addition to the reversible driver. I would have rather had a good Awl or maybe just a general 'pokey thing'/probe. I think every multi tool should have a dip switch setter.

I also carry a pretty run of the mill folding knife. It's nothing special, but it has some sentimental value and just feels right in my hand. I use that for menial stuff like cutting down boxes or just playing with.

I remember I was in the pits at Manchester, and of course I forgot my leathermen and knife. I felt so useless, like I spent more time asking for tools then I did working.

-Andy A.