Leatherman Super Tool Series Review. Original vs 200 and 300 Differences Explained
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- Опубликовано: 16 июл 2018
- This Leatherman Super Tool review explains the variations between the revisions of the original, the 200, and 300 versions. The Supertool is a large pliers based multitool first introduced in 1994 and featured all locking tools. I compare other leatherman tools in this video including the Wave, the Surge, and the PST. The supertool while bigger than the original pocket survival tool, is still relatively compact for the amount of things it can do. If you'd like to supper this channel, check out my other multitool, knives, and outdoor gear reviews and buy the tools through a link beliw.
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Tim Leatherman took 8 years developing the first tool in his garage! Very humble and awesome guy.
Leatherman replaced my original super tool (which was way out of warranty and had a busted lock) with a brand new super tool 300 when I sent it in! Crazy, I did not expect it at all.
That's great to hear!
Well before my wife threw my Supertool out at a TSA checkpoint (wont go into the story) it had a lifetime warranty on all parts and design, so unless you are not the original owner, or the warranty conditions differ country to country I suggest it was in fact, in warranty.
Yeah, I sent my Core in for repairs and they sent me a new 300 to replace it.
“If you like this review, I wouldn’t” 😂🤣😂 gets me every time.
I'm empathizing!
Got a like new PST at a yard sale for $1. I like to brag about that when I can.
So jealous, I usually pay $15-$30 for one. They were $45 when they came out in 1983, or about $113 in today's money.
Applicable brag
I hate you. 😉
I still have my Leatherman that I bought to use in the military. It’s dated September 1993 and still in excellent condition. Best bang for the buck I ever spent.
Our first sergeant told us that if we didn't carry a Leatherman in the field, we were wrong.
Thank's for metric mesusrment. It doesn't go un noticed. 👍☺
Shit looks even bigger in Metric!
Advanced Knife Bro that’s what she said
LOL You can keep your CMs and MMs. We like out inches, feet, and dozens..............and maybe you can remind me whose flag is on the Moon?
The screwdriver is thicker to mount the "bit kit" adapter.
@Patrick Kiani Sorry, but you can't troll me. lulz
@@mikemcchesney2555 ok gordon
At long last, validation for owning all three models. Much obliged!
Best review of pretty much anything right here.
Got my st300 9 years ago and carry it everyday in my tool belt at work. Didn’t know about the 25 year warranty though because I wasn’t informed when I purchased it. Definitely good to know.
Love your channel AKB! Keep up the great work
Because of you, I just remembered a time when i was a kid and I opened up all the tools on my dad's leatherman and he took it away from me and had to close it with something else. Thanks.
Loved that review.
Informative and entertaining.
Great review man!! Cheers from Brazil!
I could not function daily with out my Super Tool 300. Tim Leatherman makes the best multi-tool's. If you don't have one, get one, you won't be disappointed.
I have owned an original super tool for 20 years never knew about the date on it. Thank you for that knowledge. I lost it recently and was looking for a replacement. Thanks for the video
I still use firstgeneration leatherman too
Great Collections of tools that you are surely gonna use. Seriously though, I enjoyed checking out the differences. Leatherman has been around the block a few times.
Absolute favourite leatherman line up😍😍
Superb Video! Solid advice on going used, especially for one you intend on keeping inside a vehicle. Been carrying my Charge tti + every day since I got it. I absolutely love it. But the curve of diminishing returns is somewhat brutal compared to what used Wave/Surges are going for on the bay. Years ago, my next door neighbor bought an OG SuperTool at a garage sale for something like $5. He used the piss out of it for the better part of a decade before something gave way. So he sent it back to Leatherman & they replaced it with a Wave, which he continues to EDC to this day.
The Surge by my estimation gives you a little weight reduction and more cuts per sharpen... some people pay huge money for that shit... but the Wave works best if you need a good functional tool without all the extra fancy stuff of the charge. I bought this super tool 300 for $15 at a garage sale a few weeks ago. Good stuff!
For what I paid for my Charge tti +. I coulda bought a used Super Tool, used PM2 & a bunch of grain belt beer. Don't get me wrong, I love the titanium & S30V on my Charge.
Good review and video. I currently own the Wave and the Rev. The Wave is awesome but heavy so sometimes I carry the Rev. but both see a lot of use. The Wave has a diamond hone on the side opposite of the standard file and I really like it. Good tools.
For sure!
This video was uploaded on my birthday. I immediatley (meaning a few days) after watching this video bought a 300 and it got today. Loving it so far. By the way, I still haven't forgotten about your eventual review of OE 800 ;)
One day! It'll be the first 40 I review.
Advanced Knife Bro Rock on brooo!
I just watched your vid on the 300 to see if I wanted to upgrade to it. It is very informative. I have had my 200 since they first came out in the '90s and still use it today. After watching your vid I can't see upgrading from the 200 to the 300 at this time. After years of use, my 200's locking mechanism works great.
I am here because I’m considering buying a Leatherman but I stayed because I enjoy how self-deprecating you are.
Nice vid... my man! Informative and entertaining.
I just re-found my supertool 200. Totally forgot I owned one! Got two other cheap multitools I beat on, but now that I've decided I need a Victorinox Swisstool Spirit, the leatherman will now be my beater tool.
"Vigorously playing with your tool". Well, I never!
......stop???
Especially with the goddamn saw!
I still use and love my original Leatherman Super Tool. Great comparison video Bro.
Thanks man!
Wish I still had mine... sent it in for an issue and got a 200 back. Hate it, still have though.
Rebar is my daily.
Nathan Schmoekel You’re nuts 🥜... the 200 is the best!🤨
Just found my 08/95 Supertool in a box of stuff! Cool it is still looking just like new - with more scratches!
Thank you for your time and efort for this video, bro.
Thank you for this video I needed someof this info because I just bought a super tool 200
I like the file on that original supertool! Great video and nice collection!
I too have all 3 ST's. They're great. Locking mechanism on the 200 is so unique.
Great review!
Much love from Switzerland
Best... channel... ever...
Thanks dude!
Liked the comparison, I just bought my new Super Tool 300 yesterday, and I really love it. But yes it is a lil heavy and yes it’s a lil bigger and yes that means it’s a hand full. i have big hands so I like that. I like the new design on how the tools open, I didn’t want the Paper cutting Scissors I’m glad their gone. and it feels very tuff in the hands and will handle many jobs without walking back to the tool box, saving me some time. I picked this version over the others because for my everyday needs it’s perfect for me. I like the leather sheath but I modified it a lil in looks. I’m retired and work on a lil bit of everything I think this Super Tool 300 will get them all done, quickly! but Thanks You Leatherman.
Ive carried a 200 in black since they first came out, jas always been perfect for me and the jobs I needed it for krimping and splicing wires was the niche I needed and have never found a better tool since the 200. (Of any brand)
Same 20years now and love mine!
You obviously never seen or met Tim Leatherman!
Yeah was gonna say Tim Leatherman is such a nice and humble guy most certainly doesn't "sound like the Disney character Pete" he actually looks and sounds like Bill Gates to be honest.
I own a original super tool clone. I bought it 10-15 years ago, way before cloning was a thing. It came with a standard bit holder, so any tool bit will fit. I also have a Wave and Surge... but the Super Tool clone is the one that have the most use. I've taken old brushes with, car repair, house repair, bike repair, electronics repair. It gotten lose yes, a bit, the blades are sharp, no rust, pliers have no damage.... great tool. And the best: it is light!
Awesome review!!
Good job I just got one myself I love your videos
You’re also forgetting the cutting edge on the can opener on the ‘newer’ supertool 200 , compared to the OG supertool 200
I have a Wingman, do enjoy using it. Excellent video as usual.
I got one of those in the kitchen drawer!
now that you’ve mentioned soda reviews, you have to do one. it’ll still probably get more views than your immaculate beer reviews
I thought I might do a single one. Maybe a mountain dew or something. My general opinion on Soda though, it's a waste of calories. Beer is a much better waste of calories.
Short soda review: I had a peach Nehi and it was good.
You always do the best brother.. keep it up 👍👍👍
Thanks man!
Advanced Knife Bro You're welcome brother 🤗
Great video!
LMAO!! Great video! First one of yours I’ve seen. I must be lonely, I already subscribed. I have the original and the 200. My 200 is pristine. Why? Because I’ve never used it. I’m a Victorinox guy.
BTW, I had a chuckle at the end. You were using the can opener backwards. On that design you pull the tool toward you. A can opener should always move toward the sharp edge. 👍🏻
BUT HOW DO THEY PERFORM FOR BATONING?!
fuuuuck I forgot.
I MUST KNOW
🤣
Great Job 👍
Please do more multi tool reviews. From me, in the UK. Thanks.
Aaah, the ol' supertool. That was my nickname back in highschool. 😅.. ☺...😐.. 😔..
Smartmouth Sumer Fling is actually pretty decent. Their brewery is about 15 minutes away from my house.
Yeah... I got this when I was out on VA Beech.
All right you said something which matters...barring price points what multi-tool feels the best in the hand? I am sure everybody prefers their own or maybe has another favorite
The Leatherman's with the fully rolled handles do... Wave, Surge, and I presume the Charge. The half assed-rolling of the 300's handle does not improve the overall feel much in the super tool line.
Supertool is the best IMO. I've carried one daily for 30 years as a lineman and in the military.
@12:21 You're using the can opener incorrectly.
For the Wenger ("lobster claw") style, you use it turning the can counter clockwise. With the Victorinox style can opener, you turn the can clockwise. It's a subtle difference.
Wonderful. It still opens the can.
True, just letting you know.
It's been brought up several times in the reviews where I use it. Oh well.
Have the OG in black, got it new in the nineties, retired it long time ago. Picked up the 200, didn’t carry it much before it decided it wanted to stay in the Black Hills during a trip ( I live in Nebraska) and now I’m thinking of getting a 300 partly because it’s on sale at Tractor supply for 72..... but your video has me now thinking of eBay. Which is good , because I already have a like new Rebar that needs sent in for warranty, and a first gen Wave that I got used in good shape..... 🙂
👍👍👍 Love your style of video's. Oh, when you are using the can opener, try going clockwise, it works better for me. 😉
I literally never use these things except for these reviews. Never in my life have I ever had to open a metal can and not had a real can opener laying around. However I’ll try that for my next review.
Yes you are right, I learned my can opening skills with a P-38 that came in the K rations we had in Vietnam over 50 years ago. We use race and I got pretty good at it, kept one kn my dog tag chain, long before Leathernan came about.
The super tool is super cool.
Great tools. Love my Rebar. If anyone wishes to bring me a little something from the US of A next time they go there.. a Wave+ would look so very fine on my belt!
That shit is expensive over there huh?
I still think they are worth it. I use my Rebar 20-50 times a day. That's 20 times I don't have to climp down the ladder to get a saw or go back to the shop for a torx 15. The Wave is about 175$ over here though..
I haven’t bought an ST300, I have a Rebar, just a mini version of the ST. I was going to buy one for the bigger saw but compared to the Wave/Charge, it’s only a few teeth longer. I’ve got a 111mm Soldier now, plenty of saw on that.
i got a pst without the case, and i never actually knew it came with one. my dad gave it to me just before i turned 16 so thats nice
Just picked up the OHT Leatherman.. single hand deployment.
Nice!
In an edc bird hunting scenario, which of these would you say has the best aerodynamics to be utilized as make shift boomerang?
Wish you had more multi tool stuff.
How did you get your plier pivots so smooth??
Supertool 300 is my favorite Rob Zombie song
Smartmouth! Are you in the local Va Bch, Va area?
Once again enjoy the Mitch hedberg commentary like I actually want your videos from 13 to 30 I mean either way it's like the last one you did
The very definition of "SAGA". Thank you for this amazing vidya.
hey, i have a supertool 200 and the lock on one of the side is a bit loose and wobbles around a little bit and makes a sound. Do you know if there is a way to fix this?
Man, you deserve more subs....
Thanks man!
I agree
I always use my Super Tool pliers with all of the other tools unfolded too, because why wouldn't you?
Really liking the synchronized tool swimming (?).
Thats a good description of it.
Still waiting on the Gerber fixed blade knife fine edge review.... love the channel great vidoes & commentary ~ keepem coming abra kadoobie
yep.... I have something from Fiskars coming up in a few weeks.
To me, the Swiss Army Knife and the variations of Leatherman Series get's down to the users needs and likes. I prefer the Leatherman Wave any day over a Swiss knife. That's my preference and the L.W. is on my belt every day from morning to sunset. Carry on.
Wave works much better for what I need out of a multi tool too.
Good job.
Great vid Bro, so... Longer Better, Bigger Better, More Better, that’s my take away! Do I have that right? Cheers! Keep on Bro’ing......
Thanks man!
Choosing to go against the direction the can opener was made for. You're a fucking rebel man.
I just go the way I would with a regularcan opener that improves on the "right way" my 2 or 3 times.
Trying to start my own channel can you give me some advice how to start?
supersteal at 60 dollars. I recently bought a supertool 300 and swisstool x , cybertool, Soldier 1976 orange color, hikers, campers, evo grips, 20 mini SKA's and other full size Victorinox I cant ID, a gerber dime, gerber multitool which pops up and many more chinese made multitools. I bought for brand new price of 1 swisstool from where I live minus the leather pouches and the accessories for ratcheting etc.
Rebar, the mini 300 is my personal favourite.👍
I was only able to listen to this video however, I do enjoy the overall weight and size of my tool. As for the snagging, I was circumcised as an infant.
Me too!
as a fan of the old style can opener, is much more easy to use than the victorinox one, or than this video makes it appear... oh, and it goes backwards... like the old us military can openers but with a smoother cut
Yeah I've been shamed by 3 or 4 people using it. I will say this... I've never once ever opened a heavy can of food in a area where I didn't have a proper can opener, which halfs the time of even the best most skilled at using a multi tool can opener.
Crazy how many reviews shit on the 200 mean while I've had mine 20 years now and got it when I was 12! I was so rough on the thing for like 10 12 years, summers in the fishing boat, then I used it though 2 deployments and my entire time in the army! It's comfortable, it's held up all 20 years without a single issue and I use it alot. I do wish it had scissors sometimes but they always suck anyways soon. The lock mechanism has never had a issue but I will say it is hard so I do it the original way which is open another tool just a bit. Glad I watched cause in 20 years I never knew about the eye loop!!! Anyway cool review and peeps the 200 is a awesome tool!
Nice. 😃
Sweet. I have the original. It gathers lots o' dust since I pretty much just carry the skeletool or wave. Yeah, I've got 2 too many Leathermans...
Sounds like you have the right idea!
So..... Whats the main difference between this and the Rebar?
If I'm not mistaken the Rebar is a smaller version of this. I actually have a used Rebar in the mail- and eventually plan on doing a review of that- and devote a section of the comparison to the review.
Advanced Knife Bro your
So fucking advanced bro lol
Thanks bro
Super Tool reviews Super Tools
It's true!
"We gotta be at 10 minutes, right?"... 8:40... You know you looked, too...
Fuck, I don't blame ya.
The Leatherman Rebar does the job for me personally. I don't know why anyone would buy one any place other than eBay TBH.
Buy em used man. That warranty is the bomb.
I belt carry an orange wave. Should I get a Real Doll?
How do you close the pliers
Just fold the handles.
Very cool, very cool. You should use your armory and combat skills to leverage the cooperation of Red Letter Media to do a collab.
The prequel and crystal skulls videos are the longest things I've ever watched on RUclips.
Correct me if am wrong , the first one didn’t have the saw , everything else is very similar. Regards
If you turn the can away from you, counterclockwise, the can opener on Leatherman multi tools works better. You turn it towards you when using a can opener on a SAK.
This has been splained many times in the comments. Thanks.
How the hell do you unlock the pliers on this thing?! Lol just got my 300 today and can not close it. Itt is totally locked into place when it reaches a certain point. There must be a release button specifically for the pliers??
There is no release button, just hold one side and smack the other side on something. Just wear gloves and try not to pinch your fingers.
@@AdvancedKnifeBro Ohhhh snap! That did the trick! Apparently it just needs broken in lol. Many thanks! 🙏😊
I have the original Leatherman. No locking nothing! I sent it in for repair and think they sent me a new one. I use it all the time. The leather case too.
I much prefer the leather cases.
Nice 😎
I paid 250 FIM for the original Super Tool new. That’s 47 USD. I have the small screw driver twisted and the point of the serrated blade bent. I don’t know would they still replace those. I had the one side of the grip replaced after the locking tab broke when I made some fire wood by smashing the blade with a small log. Apparently the locking tab doesn’t like that.
I don’t know what country you’re in, but yes... those are all covered provided your not outside of the 25 year window. I’d go to their website and fill out the form.
Advanced Knife Bro Thanks for the answer. I’m in Finland. I didn’t remember, but I had also the pointy thing between the straight blade and screwdriver broken off completely. The codes in the handles were 0697, and 0090 or 0600. ruclips.net/video/DACXE4yKwfg/видео.html
Should be good then... just check leathermans website on where to send it.
Advanced Knife Bro I sent them email. Their support site doesn’t work in EU because of GDPR 🤦♂️. I’m pretty sure the original date stamp is the -97 one, since it was the on the side of the straight blade which was swapped.
...and they answered by saying that my tool is covered by warranty and asked me to contact the local importer for the repair. That was good service, since the importer didn’t even exist when I bought the tool.
the best ever is the "Flair!"
We love Leatherman multitools in Russia. Wery useful for forest and in life.
Rattling!? How can I sneak up to my screws if my super tactical foldable screwdriver makes distracting noises?? They will detect me right away, and I will be completely screwed! Stupid Leatherman.....
You'd be screwed!
Cool