Leatherman Charge ALX Review

The ALX 6061-T6 is a close cousin to the Leatherman Wave and the Leatherman Charge TTi. So what’s the difference between the three? To start the ALX does not have a large screwdriver nor a scissor, which are onboard the Wave and TTi.  As I have mentioned in many other reviews, you either love the scissors provided by multi-tools, or you never use them. The ALX and TTi both have wire crimpers whereas the Wave does not. The ALX comes with a different ergonomic outer design/coating and the biggest difference of all what some are calling a “gut hook,” which the ALX has that the others do no. A huge plus for anyone interested in fish…

Leatherman Charge ALX Multi-Tool

  • Needlenose/Regular Pliers
  • Hard and Regular Wire Cutters
  • Wire Crimper
  • Wire Stripper
  • 154CM Knife: Corrosion resistant stainless steel that holds its edge THREE times longer than 420SS
  • 420 HC Serrated Knife
  • Saw
  • Cutting Hook: aka Gut Hook, multipurpose cutting hook
  • Ruler
  • Can/Bottle Opener
  • Wood/Metal/Diamond Coated file
  • Large & Small Bit Drivers

Also included in the box: Square Drive #1 & #2, Eyeglass Screwdriver, Hex 5/32 & 9/64″, Hex 1/8″ & 7/64″, Hex 3/32″ & 5/64″, Hex 1/16″ & .050″, Phillips #1 & #2, Screwdriver 1/8″ & Torx #15, Screwdriver 1/4″ & 3/16″

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The jaws of the pliers are also slightly wider than that of the Wave. Again, the biggest difference between the three, and setting the ALX apart from the competition is the cutting hook. Many people, especially outdoorsmen needing to cut cord, or those who are often on the water, will come back to this cutting hook. In terms of size, the ALX is slightly, by a hair, longer than the Wave, also a bit chunkier due to the ergonomic grip.

Who is the Leatherman ALX for?

The Leatherman ALX is great for everyday carry around the household, or even in the outdoors. Weighing in at 8.3 oz, it is not the lightest Leatherman, but surely is comparable to other everyday carry multi-tools. The 154CM corrosion resistant blade will be attractive to those who want a multi-tool that is low maintenance (less sharpening of the blade) as the high carbon, high alloy stainless steel will hold its edge three times longer than that of 420HC stainless steel.

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ALX Owner Reviews

The ALX has a strong review rating on Amazon, most reviews were for over 4 stars! That is a testament to how users feel about their ALX. The number one complaint with the ALX is a lack of scissors or the addition of a useless tiny screwdriver. As previously noted in other reviews, I rather have the tiny eyeglass screwdriver and the scissors. Nonetheless, the negatives are in relation to the presence or absence of particular tools, which you may or may not value.

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