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Leatherman Surge vs Leatherman Flair
Leatherman Surge ($130) vs Leatherman Flair (Retired) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right multi-tool.
Leatherman
Flair
Retired
Vaulted, no longer sold
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Leatherman Surge | Leatherman Flair |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $130 | Retired |
| Weight | 294g | 155g |
| Tools | 21 | — |
| Blades | Large + extra-large serrated | — |
| Pliers | Needle-nose + regular + wire cutter | — |
| Weight | 294g | 155g (5.5 oz, Leatherman Retired Products page) |
| Steel | 420HC | — |
| Case | Leather sheath included | — |
| Blade Length | — | 2.9 in / 7.4 cm |
| Closed Length | — | 4 in / 10 cm |
| Status | — | Retired |
Pros & Cons
Leatherman Surge
- 21 tools most complete ever
- All tools outside-accessible
- Spring-action pliers
- Blade exchange system
- 25-year warranty Leatherman
- 294g heaviest Leatherman
- Too big for pocket carry
- Not TSA-friendly (blades)
Leatherman Flair
- Professional-style corkscrew
- Spreader knife and cocktail fork
- Retired, so it is no longer made or sold new
Leatherman Flair is the better value at Retired. Both are part of our curated multi-tool index — tap through to check current pricing.