Leatherman Surge vs Leatherman Wingman
Leatherman Surge ($130) vs Leatherman Wingman ($49.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right multi-tool.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Leatherman Surge | Leatherman Wingman |
| Price | $130 | $49.95 |
| Weight | 294g | 198g |
| Tools | 21 | — |
| Blades | Large + extra-large serrated | — |
| Pliers | Needle-nose + regular + wire cutter | — |
| Weight | 294g | 7 oz / 198 g (leatherman.com) |
| Steel | 420HC | — |
| Case | Leather sheath included | — |
| Tool count | — | 14 |
| Closed length | — | 3.8 in |
| Open length | — | 6 in |
| Blade | — | 2.6 in 420HC, locking |
| Frame | — | 420 stainless |
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 Wingman
- Lowest price in the full-size Leatherman line
- Spring-action pliers and scissors
- Compact 3.8 in closed
- Locking knife blade
- Implements do not lock
- Fixed wire cutters, not replaceable
- Plain polished finish scratches
Leatherman Wingman is the better value at $49.95. Both are part of our curated multi-tool index — tap through to check current pricing.