The Curl seems poised to fill a gap left by the discontinuation of the Leatherman Wave as an affordable, all-your-bases-covered multitool.Īs a full-sized pliers-based MT, the Curl is a hefty but compact design, packing 15 different functions into its two-part frame. Whether it’s your first multi-tool or a backup to existing gear, this sequel is executed to near perfection.It may have taken awhile, but the Leatherman Curl is now officially on the way. It’s lightweight profile, versatile utility and time-tested durability establish it among other contenders. The entire point of the Curl is to provide you with the essentials in a modern design that draws inspiration from the brand’s best-selling tool, the Wave Plus. In my opinion, this is one of Leatherman’s best bang-for-your-buck multi-tools in its arsenal.
LEATHERMAN CURL DRIVER
The customizable bit driver transitions between a flathead and Phillips screwdriver, and it supports Leatherman’s Bit Kit Set.
Though it comes with a nylon sheath, we much prefer using the pocket clip to ensure it’s secure and easily accessible. It’s also capable through a variety of tasks, from slicing veggies to widdling wood. The 2.9-inch blade is perfect for one-handed use. This keeps the price down and maintans the robust convenience you expect from a multi-tool. The Curl abandons exotic steels in favor of reliable, easy-to-sharpen 420HC stainless steel. It keeps the story fresh and engages our interests, but it reminds us of what we liked so long ago. It stands on its own without relying too heavily on the original. But the Oregon brand’s attention to detail is more apparent than ever before, and that’s what makes the Curl a worthy sequel.
To access the innards, simply pull the bottom ends of the Curl apart and rotate them over as far as they go until the pliers and tools emerge.įor all the anticipated publicity and praise, the Curl isn’t what I’d call “new.” Every detail is influenced by Leatherman’s multi-tool legacy, from the original PST to the Wave. While most of us have grown accustomed to the lever lock on modern Leatherman multi-tools, the Curl features a liner lock that secures the knife and file in place. Much like the Wave series, it features a comfortable grip, an outside-accessible knife and a pair of compact scissors among other standard tools. With 15 different tools and an $80 price tag, the Curl is a compact and capable multi-tool based on Leatherman’s best-selling Wave Plus. After weeks spent using Leatherman’s latest multi-tool, the Curl, I finally understand the appeal of a sequel that gets it right. But every now and then, when enough care, attention and awareness goes into a sequel, it has the opportunity to become a standout hit. If you ask me, they’re often a lame attempt to make a quick buck by cheapening and abusing previous success. Sequels are, for the most part, unoriginal. Nota bene: If you buy through the links in this article, InsideHook may earn a small share of the profits.
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