Is The Leatherman Rebar Multi-Tool Too Outdated in 2024?
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- čas přidán 21. 06. 2024
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I prefer the Rebar/ST300 to all other Leathermans. Unlike the Wave/Surge you don't worry about pinching yourself when using the pliers. Out of all of Leatherman's blades, the Rebar is by far the best grind -- unlike the other blades, it isn't ridiculously thick behind the edge, and is actually properly ground to slice through material. I find that the more square plier head works well as an edge scraper for deburring PVC or scraping away tape residue quickly. For what you're getting, I think it is by far the best value out of the lineup because it is 99% as capable as a Wave without the added complexity and added price.
The Rebar is such a huge missed opportunity for Leatherman. I wish they'd make some small changes - also if they offered a in-store customation option to swop out certain blades etc. it would be more awesome. When I got my first Letherman back in like '98/99 one of the selling points was that you could customise the parts easily. Also once you add EU pricing the budget competition is like 1/3 of the cost.. 3 DL7's or a Rebar... Pay a little extra for a Swisstool (which is already much better value)....
Not outdated at all. The Rebar is a great platform to mod and to go camping with. As is, can be paired with a folding knife and you’re good, going a little further, maybe with the Armbar Corckscrew or a Leatherman T2/T4 could be great. Don’t need outside tools every time; besides, it looks inofensiva and pretty slick.
How about approx. 6.5oz for a full size multitool. Idk any other competing at that weight. Not to mention arguably the best screw driving multi tool on the market. For a reasonably priced adapter you can use any real 1/4” bit or Leatherman bits. The whole tool set is professional in nature. For $40 cheaper and 2oz lighter than the Wave+ just for a one hand accessible knife, dinky little scissors, a micro driver that can only do 2 bits, and a diamond file…. The diamond file is the only real loss but you get a nice poking holes tool in exchange (awl).
i have a rebar, a charge tti, and a free p2. i carry the free as my EDC (haters can hate, i like it, it's not 100% perfect, but i love it for my edc), keep my charge for when i want something heftier or feel i might need the bit kit, and save my rebar for when i'm doing dirty/greasy work.
A couple of days ago, I received my new Leatherman. I have a Micra on my keys, which I believe is currently the best and only keychain multi-tool with no alternatives (I’ve tried many). So, I decided that I needed a large multi-tool for daily use in my bag. Without much thought, I ordered the new Leatherman Rebar in coyote color. I specifically chose it over one of the Leatherman Free multi-tools because I needed simplicity, power, and relative lightness. There were many considerations, such as if it somehow got confiscated, losing $79 would be much easier to accept than losing $225 for the Arc. To me, the Rebar is a symbol of simplicity and reliability. For delicate tasks, I have the Micra on my keys, and for rough tasks, I have the Rebar. I think this is the perfect combination for me. I carry all this in my Hazard 4 Bandoleer EDC bag. By the way, my recently arrived Knipex Cobra XS is also in there. When my friend heard about the set of tools I carry with me every day, he was surprised and joked that he’s afraid to think about what I’m preparing for :)
There is still a place for these “legacy” type designs. The rebar overtook my signal as my around the yard/house MT
Hmm. I don't think so. If people are still carrying around the original PST than NO. I don't have the Rebar but have the Bond and its great. I think it's better than the PST, A little sturdier and more robust, very relevant today. I like what I like and I like the P- Series and Arc but the magnets are secondary to me. I would prefer a more traditional frame like a Rebar or a more rigid frame like the Wave.
Is One of the best of the bunch....the new models are a joker instead
Should read not sold
I think there's something elegant about a multitool that has no exposed tools when closed. Rebar, Supertool, original PST, even Micra. They're sleek and, in the absence of a pocket clip, the most pocket-friendly design. Nothing to get hurt on when digging for them, nothing to get tangled with keys etc., nothing to invite pocket lint into the inner workings...
After I got my Swisstool, I haven't touched either of my leatherman tools, actually thought about selling them. The quality of leatherman is just not where it needs to be at the price. (It is worth noting that I got the Spirit X at the price of a Rebar, which is more expensive in europe) I also ditched the micra for the mini champ. Smaller scissors but again, vastly better quality. Still hope they make a squirt replacement, loved that thing (disregarding the obvious flaws). Can't imagine getting another leatherman any time soon.
Definitely needs an update/refresh or just go ahead and put out to pasture
Hello , thanks for the review.👍
I think it’s perfect for my everyday use 😊
Rebar is the best Leatherman to carry on a belt. It's very compact with it's pouch and it has many tools. And tools are great and effective👍
I think the rebar’s strength is in being lightweight and yet quite functional but it has much less complexity than the newer models and should be priced more competitively perhaps.
The only issue with Rebar for me, is the sharp edges on the locks and lack of Free pocket clip holes.
I have the Leatherman rebar in the black and coyote tan and I love it I think It is not even close to being outdated
I've carried a Rebar for years and love it. I've passed it along to my wife now and carry an original LM ST instead. one thing I like about he OG ST over the rebar is that the locking tabs, while harder to unlock provide a much smoother pocket and hand experience for better ergos overall. I've recently made a sheath for the ST that allows me to carry it with one of my tools deployed. I can wear it on my belt, neck or pocket and in this configuration I've finally found a MT that I consider quick and useful enough to replace a dedicated pocket knife if I'm of a mind to do so. it combines the ease of a fixed blade, and gives me a place to store my saw, file, screwdriver etc. on my person without having to put the current use tool away or set it down where it might be forgotten or out of position the next time I need it.