Leatherman Wave Plus Review: The Multitool to Buy Once?
Leatherman's best-selling all-round multitool, with pliers, replaceable wire cutters, a saw and spring-action scissors. The big gift for a man who fixes things.
Yes, for men who fix things at home, at work and on the road. It packs 18 tools with a 25-year warranty [1] into a pocket-size tool. Skip it if he wants something small for his keys; at 8.5 ounces it rides on a belt.
By Andrew Pataleta, GiftX founder · Updated October 28, 2026 · Sources
Specs at a glance
| Tools | 18 [1] |
| Includes | Pliers, replaceable wire cutters, saw, spring-action scissors, ruler [1] |
| Weight | 8.5 ounces [1] |
| Size | 5.1 x 3.8 x 1.9 inches [1] |
| Material | Stainless steel [1] |
| Color on this listing | Black [1] |
| Warranty | 25 years [1] |
| Made in | Portland, Oregon factory [1] |
Pros and cons
- Heavy for a pocket at 8.5 ounces [1]
- Not allowed in carry-on bags
- The priciest pick in this guide
The tool on his belt
Every man who fixes things has reached for pliers in the truck and found nothing. The Wave Plus is the tool that is always there, on the belt or in the glove box.
It is the gift for the man who repairs the fence, tightens the cabinet hinge and cuts the zip tie on the camping trip.
Eighteen tools and new cutters
The listing calls it Leatherman's best-selling all-rounder, with 18 tools including a saw, spring-action scissors and a ruler [1]. It now has premium replaceable wire cutters, so the most worn part can be swapped out [1].
It is stainless steel, made in the company's Portland, Oregon factory and backed by a 25-year warranty [1]. The tool weighs 8.5 ounces and measures about 5.1 by 3.8 by 1.9 inches [1].
Weight, airports and price
At 8.5 ounces, it is heavy for a jeans pocket [1]. Most men carry it in a belt sheath or keep it in the truck.
It has a blade, so it cannot go in a carry-on bag. It is also the most expensive pick here, which makes it a gift from the whole family rather than a stocking stuffer.
Giving it to a fixer
It is the big gift under the tree for a man who already owns a cheap multitool that bends.
From this guide, it pairs with the DanForce Rechargeable LED Headlamp for a complete fix-it kit, or with the Casio G-Shock watch for a man who works with his hands.
Because the warranty is long and the cutters can be replaced, this is a gift he may still carry in twenty years, which is rare for anything under the tree.
FAQ
What tools are on the Leatherman Wave Plus?
The listing gives 18 tools, including pliers, replaceable wire cutters, a saw, spring-action scissors and a ruler [1]. It is built for household fixes, DIY and the outdoors. The full tool list is on the box and the Leatherman site [1]
What is the Leatherman Wave Plus warranty?
The listing says Leatherman multitools are backed by a 25-year warranty and built in the company's Portland, Oregon factory [1]. That is a very long tool warranty, which is part of why men keep a Wave for decades and pass it down. Keep the receipt and register it with the brand [1]
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Sources and how we checked
- Amazon.com listing for the Leatherman Wave Plus Multitool
Source check: Amazon prices and contents above were checked on October 28, 2026. We did not test these products hands-on. Picks are based on manufacturer specs, Amazon listings and the reasons people actually give these gifts.
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