Customer Reviews
Great as always! 
2007-11-01
The Leatherman Surge is a great tool as one would expect from leatherman. It works perfectly and the functions are well thought through! Just one star short of perfect because there was a little bit of rust on the pliers already when i unpacked the tool. Nothing too bad since it is only surface rust but still, i would expect it to be flawless. Great tool though, I take it with me wherever I go.
Leatherman 
2007-10-09
I haven't heard any complaints about it from the co-worker I bought it for. He's a great guy but, I know he would tell me if he had any problems with it. When I need a new one, I'll buy this one for myself.
Needs improvement 
2007-08-17
First of all this isn't big at all. Some reviews sound like this is a 50 lb toolbox, it isn't. If you are a secretary used to lifting a nail file then this is huge. My issue with this item is it's quality, I was dissapointed. First of all I thought I was getting a USA made item. This is assembled in the USA of foreign made parts as told to me by Leatherman, this tool shouts China with it's poor fit & finish. The stainless outer case looks of poor quality & soft by the look of the grind marks. The fit is very poor & I understand that Leatherman can not hand make these. I knew going in that this would not be a Schrade. Schrade is a jewel compared to this. I did expect this to be of Leathermans all USA made quality, it isn't in my opinion. If you are someone who doesn't know any better, this is a good Multi Tool. If you compare this to Schrade or other quality USA made tools in my opinion this comes up way short. The features that this has are well thought out & the changeable saw blade is great. I wish that leatherman would use a better heat treated stainless outer case put these together so there aren't gaps & nicks between the end caps & the stainless side pieces. Sadly, this is maybe what it takes to stay in business these days. Most people will like this item, I didn't & anybody who knows knives or collects them won't even bother keeping this.
Leatherman Tools 2007-05-10
I fear that I am addicted to the Leatherman line of tools. Each time a new model comes out, I seem to pick one up. This being my latest addition. I wanted an improvement to my original "Super" tool and I got just that with the "Surge". I have large hands so this tool feels great in my hand and along with the extension pack of driver bits, it gives me great versitility for any emergency repair, excluding micro repairs. It is large, but it gets the job done, I am rarely on a job without some form of leatherman tool with me. I own and have used three other manufacture's knock-off copies of leatherman-like tools and have found them lacking in usefulness. At the moment I have my eye on a new model "wave" to replace my old style "wave" that I carry in my suits, but then that is another review.
Perfect multi-tool! 2007-04-02
I dont know whats the problem with the size of the surge...seeing the reviews on here I thought that when I saw this thing I would have said "omG ITS HUGE!!" ...but...uhmm...its the size a STRONG, STURDY and DEPENDABLE multi tool should be! I hate small multi tools because I dont want to feel as if Im going to break the thing while im using it (tighten some screws, etc) or when im using the saw or something. The design is great and personally I can say that the SURGE is the best multi tool out there!
Excellent Product - Everything in One 2008-05-28
This product is terrific - it has all that you will ever need in a multi tool.
If you think that it is a little too bulky, you may be right, but it is perfect for me.
Sharp edges 
2008-05-28
This tool is heavy duty and is designed well, but the sharp edges on the handle could cut your hand. I have several victorinox products, and their fit and finish is much better. The Surge I got also had loose sissors just like another reviewer. For a tool that lists for $93, this is unbelievable.
Leatherman Wave on Steroids 2008-05-27
I feel the need to address the reviewer who called the Surge Junk. I'm not sure what kind of tool he was using, but it was not a Leatherman. I've upgraded my way through 4 Leatherman tools (the PST, the Wave, The Wave II, and now the Surge.) I have never had one rust, at all. The surge is 100% stainless steel, and would have to be abused BADLY!! to rust.
All that being said the Surge is now my multi-tool of choice (which is saying a lot since it replaced the Wave II.) With needlenose pliers, 2 knife blades, scissors, file and saw that can be swapped, awl, bottle opener, flat screwdiver, and a bit driver that can be used with a multitude of bits this tool will get you out of any situation you may find yourself in.
I wholeheartedly recommend this tool to anyone who is in the market for a multi-tool. If the Surge's size is a bit much for your tastes go for the Wave which is another 5-star Leatherman product which is just as useful and weighs 4oz. less.
Leatherman Surge, hey I like it. 2008-05-09
I have had a bunch of multi-tools and this one is, I think the best so far. It`s sturdy and well designed and the leather sheath will fit a Mag Lite Solitare in the side. Nifty. Some people are complaining that the Surge is too big and too heavy. To quote Mr. Miyagi " What are you, some kind of girl or something?" If this is too much for you to handle, start wearing some lacy undergarments you sissy. It`s a tool, it`s supposed to have some heft to it. You not using it to perform surgery. Would you prefer that it was cheap and flimsy? I think Leatherman did a pretty good job with this. So there. Put down the purse honey and get a Leatherman Surge. Mantlebaum, Mantlebaum!!
Right tool for the job 2008-02-16
I'm a rancher. I carry a multitool every waking hour. I've exercised the warranty on a Wave three times in three years. I've broken the detente that prevents the knife blades from bending beyond straight. I've broken the tips of the pliers pulling cotter pins, and I've chewed up the hard wire cutter. The Surge seems to do all these things and more with greater ease than the Wave, and it seems to be taking the day-to-day punishment. If not the fourth Wave is waiting as a backup.
As for the size aspect: I wear gloves in large size. The Surge is not too big for my hands and I can't imagine it'd be too big for medium size hands. IMO, frequent and continued use of the pliers with small hands could be tiring.
I depend on these things everyday. A Leatherman has never let me down even when they've broken. If you use one this much then I'd highly recommend the nylon sheath. The leather case and snap are not as convenient.
BTW, it may not be the perfect tool for the job, but when its the one that 's handy it gets the job done.
