Leatherman 830685 Charge TTi with Nylon Sheath
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Manufacturer: LeathermanModel: 830685
Product features:
- TTI clip-point blade is crafted from S30V stainless steel for optimal edge retention, flexibility, and hardness
- Lightweight corrosion resistant TTI handles made from premium alloyed titanium
- Cutting hook slices through seat belts and linoleum just as easily as leather or canvas
- Multiple bit drivers let you customize your bit selection to fit any activity
- All-locking blades are easy to use and over 50% stronger that our orginal locks; 25-year warranty
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Description of Leatherman 830685 Charge TTi with Nylon Sheath
Leatherman 830685 Mult-Tool, Charge Tti, TitaniumWhen we made the Leatherman Charge TTi, we knew the Charge AL and ALX were just too hard to beat, so we didn't even try. Instead we simply combined them. But we had to give the TTi its own claim to fame, so in addition to all the other Charge features, we gave the TTi premium comfort-sculpted titanium handle scales and the S30V; stainless steel clip-point knife.Leatherman 830685 Mult-Tool, Charge Tti, Titanium Features:; S30V; Stainless Steel Clip-point Knife; 420HC Serrated Knife with Cutting Hook ; Needlenose Pliers; Regular Pliers ; Wire Cutters; Hard-wire Cutters ; Wire Stripper ; Wire Crimper ; Large Screwdriver ; Large Bit Driver ; Small Bit Driver ; Scissors ; Wood/Metal file; Diamond-coated file ; Saw ; Bottle Opener ; Can Opener ; 8 in | 19 cm Ruler ; INCLUDED BITS: Phillips and Flat Tip Eyeglasses Screwdriver Bit, Hex 5/32" and 9/64" Bit, Hex 1/8" and 7/64" Bit, Hex 3/32" and 5/64" Bit, Hex 1/16" and .050 Bit, Square Drive #2 and #3 Bit, Screwdriver 1/8" and Torx #15 Bit, Phillips #1-2 and 3/16" Screwdriver Bit  Charge's pliers have been redesigned to handle 133% more squeezing load. | |
 Charge's locks are 50% stronger than Leatherman's original tools. | |
 Bronze bushings make the interior tools smooth and quick to open. selection to fit any activity and the Charge sheath allows you to carry the additional bits anywhere you go. | |
 The TTi clip-point blade is crafted from S30V stainless steel, which offers an optimal combination of edge retention, flexibility and hardness. The handle is made from ultra-light, super-strong titanium. | |
 The Leatherman Charge TTi packs a knife blade with one of the longest and strongest cutting edges of any multi-tool on the market today. | |
 The Charge TTi and ALX are the first multitools with a cutting hook that slices through seat belts and linoleum just as easily as leather or canvas |
The Charge Family
The Charge TTi is part of a broader line of Leatherman multitools bearing the Charge name. Originally, the Charge line consisted of the Ti and the XTi, two high-end tools whose major distinguishing characteristic was having handles made from titanium. For 2007, Leatherman has added three new members to the Charge family: the TTi, the ALX, and the AL. As you might expect, the TTi is an upgraded version of the Ti and XTi. The AL and ALX, meanwhile, come with handles made from 6061 T6 aluminum, an ultra-light and super-strong material used in aircraft construction. There are also minor variations among the tools included in each unit. We?ll discuss those shortly.
Leatherman has added several key design elements to all of these gorgeous new Charge tools. For instance, the knife blades are bigger and wider to give you more cutting edge. The pliers can withstand 133% higher squeezing load than Leatherman?s original tools, enabling a tighter hold for tough jobs. You?ll never have to worry about the Charge coming unhinged, either, thanks to a 50% increase in lock strength. Multiple bit drivers also are a standard feature, and each tool has bronze bushings at the hinges to make opening components a snap.
Titanium vs. Aluminum
You may be asking whether you want to buy titanium or aluminum. Although both offer superior durability and strength, titanium has an edge in both departments. Titanium is also slightly lighter than aluminum, so it would be a good choice if weight is a major concern. However, titanium also costs more, which is something to factor in if saving .2 ounces doesn?t matter.
The Charge TTi
The TTi supplants the XTi as Leatherman?s top-of-the-line multitool. Not only is the TTi .10 ounces lighter than the XTi, but it also packs an S30V stainless steel knife that delivers an optimal combination of edge retention, flexibility, and hardness. This is an upgrade from the XTi?s 154CM steel knife, which previously was the highest grade knife you could get from Leatherman (incidentally, Leatherman outfitted the Charge ALX and AL come with 154CM blades, an upgrade from the standard 420 series knife). The TTi also has a crimper and a cutting hook. The crimper is an ideal accessory for anyone working with electrical wires or metals, while the hook is a fantastic addition for those who need to be ready for emergency situations.
The TTi combines the features of the ALX and the AL into a single package (There is one small exception: the ALX is the only Charge to have two large bit drivers.). For example, if you?re looking at the ALX or the AL you?ll have to choose whether you want a cutting hook or scissors, because neither has both (the ALX has a cutting hook while the AL has scissors). If you think you might need a cutting and scissors in the same multitool, then you should strongly consider the TTi. Full TTi specs:
- Titanium handles (exclusive to TTi)
- Needlenose pliers
- Regular pliers
- Wire cutters
- Hard-wire cutters
- S30V Clip-point knife (exclusive to TTi)
- Saw
- Serrated knife
- Wood/metal file
- Diamond-coated file
- Scissors
- Large bit driver
- Small bit driver
- 9 double-end bits
- Ruler (8 inch)
- Bottle/can opener
- Wire stripper
- fixed lanyard ring
- Quick-release lanyard ring
- Removable pocket clip
All three Charge iterations come with a premium leather or nylon sheath. Both versions will carry the tools in their open or closed position and two side pockets hold your extra necessities?even a mini-flashlight. An inside back pocket holds Charge's included bits and has room for a full Bit Kit (sold separately) giving you up to 42 bits to choose from. Don't want to wear a sheath? Then clip your Charge to your jacket, backpack or car's visor with the removable pocket clip. Or, choose the quick-release lanyard ring. With it, you're able to safely keep the tool on any lanyard and detach it quickly when you need it.
What's in the Box
Leatherman Charge TTi multitool, nylon carrying case, 8 double ended drill and screw bits, removable pocket clip, quick-release lanyard ring
The Leatherman Story
The Leatherman phenomenon began in 1975 when founder Tim Leatherman embarked on a trip across Europe and the Middle East in a cranky Fiat. Leatherman, an engineer by training, became so fed up with breakdowns and other hassles that he fashioned a prototype of what he called a Pocket Survival Tool out of cardboard. Two years later the first PST was born in his basement, and the rest is history. Today the Leatherman company produces dozens of different multitools, knives, pruners, and accessories, and is recognized across the world for its cutting edge designs and superior quality.
Tools and Hardware Reviews of Leatherman 830685 Charge TTi with Nylon Sheath
Customer Review: Unparalleled - as close to perfect as I've found for a multitool.
Summary: 5 Stars
The Leatherman Charge TTi replaced my venerable Leatherman New Wave as my every day carry closing in on two years ago. I've loved everything about this gear since I got it. About the only thing I've found is that the titanium really didn't decrease the weight much. It's a near perfect instrument, and for those of us who like to keep a solid multitool handy at all times, this should be the one. I've been carrying a multitool in a sheath (and sometimes clipped in a pocket) for many years now, and I've made it no secret in my other reviews that I've come to appreciate the Leatherman line. I'm going to break down why you should be buying this tool vs. one of the many others on the market:
Pros:
1. Pound-for-pound, I've found no other gear that packs so many high quality tools in such a clean and comfortable design. Much attention was given to the layout and ease of use. It's solid when doing any task and still feels comfortable and "beefy" in your hands. Its definitely not cheap feeling in any way.
2. The S30V steel blade is one of the highest quality knives out there, and better than most dedicated knives I've used. Many manufacturers skimp on the steel quality when it comes to where it's needed the most: the knife. But this has great shape, steel, and sharpness.
3. The pliers deliver a lot of functionality in one nicely performing package: soft wire cutter, hard wire cutter, standard pliers, crimper, and needle nose pliers. I'm sure anyone could successfully argue that a dedicated tool for each of those jobs would perform better and have more surface area for the job. But, this is a multitool and I've used every one of these and they did the work I needed, and it's all together.
4. All of the tools lock out, and the locks are all solid.
5. The knife, file, serrated knife/gut hook, and saw are all accessible without opening the pliers. This makes the most frequent tools convenient.
6. The grip is nicely knurled, and I've never felt once that I was going to drop the pliers. In fact, I've used it quite often one handed, opening and closing the pliers as well as most of the tools when the job demanded it.
7. The tools themselves are all well designed and deliver on craftsmanship. The steel seems to be of good quality all around.
8. There's a lot of tools here: Crimper, pliers, needle nose, soft/hard wire cutters, wire stripper/bottle & can opener, the Leatherman bit interchangeable screw driver, scissors, mini screw driver (for eye glasses or small electronics), dedicated flat head screw driver, knife, 3-suface (wood, metal, diamond) file, saw (as good as any saw I've used) serrated knife with gut hook, & metric/imperial rulers. They all open fairly easily and have all proven very useful in my time with it. The gut-hook works well to cut cordage. There's also a permanent lanyard ring (though you have to take apart the handles to release it) but the quick-release lanyard ring that comes with it may prove more useful.
9. The nylon sheath has room on the sides for a penlight, pen, or other tube-like item. Over the years, I've carried a Mini-gel pen, arc light (AAA battery), mini sharpie permanent marker, and a tube lighter. There is a slot in the back to put in a set of the Leatherman bits. Two fit, but I find that carrying one pack of carefully selected bits works very well. I've yet to need the other bits, but YMMV.
Cons:
1. Not made in the U.S.A. Although I think they source parts from all over and assemble in various places (including the U.S.), I'd like to see at least their higher end models being manufactured and assembled locally.
2. I think, based on the name, that some of these tools should have been made in titanium. I don't see why a few couldn't have been. And the frame itself should have been all Titanium instead of using steel inserts. The TTi is a bit misleading here as only the exterior of the handles is Titanium as far as I can tell. They could certainly cut off a bit of weight by doing this, but Titanium is expensive, so there would be a tradeoff. Maybe someday they'll have a special edition version.
3. The file could have had a release mechanism so it could be used to sharpen the main knife in a pinch.
4. They used secure torx screws to put it together. And while I have YET to see anything come loose after near-daily use for 2 years, this was probably a mistake. Not that you would need to get into it often (see number 3 in cons and 8 in pros), but not everyone has secure driver bits handy like I do.
I couldn't be happier with my selection. It's an improvement over my LM New Wave in many ways, but most especially the much better knife. I still carry a dedicated knife, but this one is fantastic. The fact that it's part of a multi is significant. Most multis come with cheap steel knives and they aren't exactly bragging about it. If they had made more of it from Titanium, the cost would be more, but it would have shaved off some of the weight.
Without hesitation, I give this a 5. The cons are seriously nitpicking to find flaws. I have yet to need to return a tool to Leatherman, but from most postings I've read on many sites, they are prompt and courteous when it comes to replacing or repairing their hardware. I've even left feedback on design in the past. I understand the need to lower costs to compete, and that's why everything gets outsourced. Perhaps that decision could be rethought, at least for a more "professional" tool such as this. Even so, my hat is off to them. I absolutely never leave home without it unless I have to fly. I would recommend this over every multi-tool I've ever used and owned, from Gerber to SOG to Victorinox.
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