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lemmy.ca

I mean, it IS heavy, but not for the size.

Once you add in some Knipex pliers, a bit set, a small flashlight, the carrying pouch, the ratcheting bit extender, and a few saw blades, it can get weighty =)

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And it uses a single AA battery (I've got a rechargeable lithium in mine). Couldn't have asked for a better light to compliment the Surge!

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lemmy.ca

It's always nice to meet another minimalist. 😁

Which kind of Knipex pliers do you carry? Everyone seems to go for the Cobra, but I've fallen in love with the Plier Wrench.

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lemmy.ca

Is that the Pliers Wrench XS? Looks amazing.

I am using the Cobra XS, mostly because it fits the leathman sheath perfectly. Damn thing is tiny but incredibly effective!

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lemmy.ca

I actually carry the next size up, the 125. It just fits in my pouch and the extra leverage is nice to have.

Over the years I think I've tried every variation of a small adjustable wrench. Some have been better than others, but none were entirely satisfactory. The Plier Wrench ended that search. It does everything a classic adjustable wrench does, but does it better, more easily, and with less risk of rounding off nuts.

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lemmy.ca

I had that in my Amazon wish list! LOL I do like that the jaws are smooth and don't damage bolt heads. That's my only complaint about the Cobra; even through it can grab, it can also do damage if/when it slips.

I may have to set up a notification for when it goes on sale.

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lemmy.ml

I mean it is heavy, I habe the Surge and the Wave and the Surge is has quite a lot more weight but it's also sturdier and judt plainly bigger, different tools for different use cases

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They both have their pros and cons, I mainly EDC the Wave+ but I have the Surge for when I know that I need something a bit more heavy duty

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lemmy.world

Is the black paint already coming off? Or is it just in good use already?

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