# Leatherman Wave Plus

> Specification from MultiToolDB: https://www.multitooldb.com/leatherman/wave-plus/. Every value cites a source below. A value marked "not verified" could not be checked against any source; it does not mean the tool lacks the feature. Last verified 2026-09-30. Quote any figure with a link to this page. The data as a whole is licensed CC BY-NC 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/); commercial reuse needs a separate licence from contact@strtly.com.

A 241 g full-size tool whose knife, serrated blade, saw and scissors open from the outside, so the pliers stay folded. Every implement except the plier head locks. The 420HC blade runs 55-59 HRC, soft against the MagnaCut in the ARC, and the wire cutters are replaceable inserts rather than ground-in jaws.

## Specifications

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Manufacturer | Leatherman |
| Product family | Wave |
| Status | In production |
| Manufacturer item number | not verified |
| Release year | not verified |
| Country of manufacture | not verified |
| Weight | 241 g (8.5 oz) |
| Closed length | 101.6 mm (4.00 in) |
| Open length | 158.8 mm (6.25 in) |
| Width | 30.5 mm (1.20 in) |
| Thickness | 17.8 mm (0.70 in) |
| Tool count (manufacturer) | 18 |
| MSRP (USD) | $129.95 |
| Warranty | 25-year warranty |

## Tools

As the manufacturer lists them, in their order (the manufacturer counts 18):

- Needlenose Pliers
- Regular Pliers
- Premium Replaceable Wire Cutters
- Premium Replaceable Hard-wire Cutters
- Electrical Crimper
- Wire Stripper
- 420HC Knife
- 420HC Serrated Knife
- Saw
- Spring-action Scissors
- Ruler (8 in | 19 cm)
- Can Opener
- Bottle Opener
- Wood/Metal File
- Diamond-coated File
- Large Bit Driver
- Small Bit Driver
- Medium Screwdriver

## Knife

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Blade steel | 420HC stainless steel |
| Blade length | 74.2 mm (2.92 in) |
| Edge | plain |
| Blade profile | Modified Drop Point |
| Blade locks | yes |
| One-hand opening | yes |
| Opens with the tool closed | yes |

## Pliers

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Type | needlenose and regular |
| Wire cutters | yes |
| Replaceable cutters | yes |
| Hard-wire cutters | yes |
| Crimper | yes |

## Carry

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Pocket clip | no |
| Lanyard attachment | yes |
| Sheath included | no |

## In the box

As listed for SKU 832533.

- Bit: Eyeglass Screwdriver
- Bit: Phillips #1-2 & 3/16" Screwdriver

## What reviewers and owners report

From 6 independent reviewers across 6 sources, gathered 2026-08-26. A point counts as recurring when two or more reviewers make it. These are opinions with a count, kept apart from the specifications.

Praised:

- Blade is sharp out of the box (3 reviewers, youtube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e77ULj-vnhE, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1JaPwEWaxfc, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jltVMc-jXHM
- Scissors are sharp and cut well (3 reviewers, youtube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e77ULj-vnhE, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1JaPwEWaxfc, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5AUZNiqi1Y
- Tool is durable and sturdy (3 reviewers, youtube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e77ULj-vnhE, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5AUZNiqi1Y, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jltVMc-jXHM
- Serrated blade is effective for cutting rope (2 reviewers, youtube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1JaPwEWaxfc, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5AUZNiqi1Y
- Pliers have a sturdy grip (2 reviewers, youtube and reddit): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1JaPwEWaxfc, https://reddit.com/r/multitools/comments/1sqbs8n/leatherman_wave_plus_with_rebar_pliers_other_mods/
- Wire cutters are effective and removable (2 reviewers, youtube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e77ULj-vnhE, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5AUZNiqi1Y
- Bit drivers are versatile and interchangeable (2 reviewers, youtube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e77ULj-vnhE, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1JaPwEWaxfc
- Tool fits average-sized hands perfectly (2 reviewers, youtube and reddit): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1JaPwEWaxfc, https://reddit.com/r/multitools/comments/1sqbs8n/leatherman_wave_plus_with_rebar_pliers_other_mods/
- Tool is well-balanced in size and weight (2 reviewers, youtube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5vjxP-V9mQ, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5AUZNiqi1Y
- Tool offers high value for the price (2 reviewers, youtube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5vjxP-V9mQ, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5AUZNiqi1Y

Criticised:

- Blade does not hold an edge well (2 reviewers, youtube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1JaPwEWaxfc, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5AUZNiqi1Y
- Blade steel is not premium quality (2 reviewers, youtube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5vjxP-V9mQ, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5AUZNiqi1Y
- Scissors are less effective than full-size (2 reviewers, youtube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1JaPwEWaxfc, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jltVMc-jXHM

Problems owners reported with their own tool on Reddit. A count of distinct owners who posted about it, not a failure rate:

- Rust or corrosion (7 owners): https://reddit.com/r/Leatherman/comments/1vzxbd4/was_excited_to_get_a_wave_plus_6_months_of_light/, https://reddit.com/r/multitools/comments/1s0356l/maintenance_recommendations/, https://reddit.com/r/multitools/comments/1oiphel/my_wave_scales_are_starting_to_build_up/, https://reddit.com/r/Leatherman/comments/1fybdwd/was_forced_to_use_my_leatherman_wave_outside/, https://reddit.com/r/Leatherman/comments/1d8eghq/does_anyone_feel_like_they_need_to_baby_their/, https://reddit.com/r/multitools/comments/14p3fgp/wave_care_advice_rust_removal_prevention/, https://reddit.com/r/Leatherman/comments/ynf6c0/wave_replacement_parts/
- Stiff, gritty or hard to open (5 owners): https://reddit.com/r/Leatherman/comments/1ts68xo/leatherman_wave_problem/, https://reddit.com/r/multitools/comments/1cn2hmr/help_with_stiff_handles_wave_plus/, https://reddit.com/r/Leatherman/comments/14y9hqu/wave_plus/, https://reddit.com/r/multitools/comments/14b0m61/my_leatherman_wave_just_arrived_should_i_send_it/, https://reddit.com/r/multitools/comments/galaaa/main_joint_in_wave_is_stiff/

## Sources

- Weight: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Leatherman publishes 8.5 oz; converted at 28.349523125 g/oz.
- Closed length: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Leatherman publishes 4 in. Leatherman publishes imperial only; converted at 25.4 mm/in.
- Open length: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Leatherman publishes 6.25 in. Leatherman publishes imperial only; converted at 25.4 mm/in.
- Width: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Leatherman publishes 1.2 in. Leatherman publishes imperial only; converted at 25.4 mm/in.
- Thickness: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Leatherman publishes 0.7 in overall thickness. Leatherman publishes imperial only; converted at 25.4 mm/in.
- Manufacturer tool count: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Leatherman states a tool count of 18.
- Tool list: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-08-26. Mapped from the manufacturer tool list on the product page; manufacturer wording and order are preserved.
- Tool list: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-10-03. Phillips screwdriver from the included bits: Eyeglass Screwdriver; Phillips #1-2 & 3/16" Screwdriver
- Blade steel: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Product page specification "Blade Material: 420HC Stainless Steel".
- Blade length: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Leatherman publishes a primary blade length of 2.92 in. Leatherman publishes imperial only; converted at 25.4 mm/in.
- MSRP (USD): [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. List price on leatherman.com, USD.
- Production status: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-08-26. Listed and in the current catalogue on leatherman.com.
- Sheath included: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Product description states "Sheath sold separately."
- Lanyard attachment: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Listed as a product feature: "Lanyard Ring".
- Pocket clip: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-08-26. Not listed among the product features; Leatherman sells a pocket clip for the Wave/Charge/Surge as a separate accessory.
- Replaceable cutters: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Tool list names "Premium Replaceable Wire Cutters" and "Premium Replaceable Hard-wire Cutters".
- Country of manufacture: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-28. States USA, which differs from the accepted value. Page states: "Made in the USA -" Site-wide footer text, printed on every page of the site; not a statement about this product. Refused 2026-09-30.
- Edge type: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Page states: "Blade Edge
Plain"
- Blade locking: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Page states: "Blade Lock 
Yes"
- One-hand opening: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Page states: "Open tools easily with one hand, even when you're wearing gloves."
- Outside-accessible blade: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-08-26. Page states: "Access essential tools without opening the multi-tool, even while it remains folded."
- Wire cutters: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Page states: "03 Premium Replaceable Wire Cutters"
- Hard-wire cutters: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Page states: "04 Premium Replaceable Hard-wire Cutters"
- Crimper: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Page states: "05 Electrical Crimper"
- Blade profile: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-01. Official specification states 'Blade Type: Modified Drop Point'.
- Pliers type: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Official tool list includes both needlenose and regular pliers.
- Included bits: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Page states: "Included Bits * Eyeglass Screwdriver * Phillips #1-2 & 3/16" Screwdriver"
- Warranty: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Page states: "That’s why we offer our 25-year warranty, so you can be confident your Leatherman lasts for a lifetime."

## Not verified

No source confirmed these fields, so they are left blank rather than estimated: Release year, Country of manufacture.