I waited awhile to review this so I could get some hands on use. I have been a Leatherman guy for long long time and most recently used the Wave. So I will compare my new Gerber to that model. Before I bought this I checked out lots of reviews here and also on Youtube. They were positive or I would not have purchased this.What I like the most - one hand operation and the spring opening of the pliers jaws. If it didn't have the spring in there it really couldn't be one hand . I did find it a bit stiff to slide out the pliers all the way at first with one hand but I believe that is getting better now with some use. Being able to pull this out of the belt pouch, open the pliers, and use it one handed while using your other hand to hold something - that is the very best feature and makes it worth it right there and goes beyond the Wave in that respect.The screwdriver centered and long enough to do real work is a great selling point too - I have not had a chance to use it a lot for that yet but it is nice. And being able to use standard hex bits - that is great - and again puts it beyond the Wave in comparison .The knife is very sharp but I can't comment on sharpening it because have not used it that much yet.One of the first Leatherman tools had a small awl on it and I used that all the time for stuff and very much missed that when it went away in their tools. So happy to see this very handyman useful awl tool on this. And again I haven't had a chance to use it yet but I know from the past that I will be using it often to start screw holes in wood, or punch holes in whatever I am working on that needs a poke or gentle pry.Speaking of pry it has the pry bar - which I have not had to use yet .In the youtube video's I watched the inside serrated blade was criticized for not being very sharp . Perhaps Gerber has improved it since this tool first came out since I find it adequate for what I would use it for and sharp enough. It is not a saw so I don't see it as that. But it is sharp enough .The things I don't like about this tool . It just isn't as smooth in the hand as the Wave. It has some edges here and there on it . Nothing too sharp to hurt but thought I would point out that the Wave just feels great in your hand. And the lack of smoothness also means it does not easily slide in and out of the belt pouch , because some of the edges and the side screwdriver are a big grabby. I found putting it in the case the opposite way I would normally was the way to get it out easier.Speaking of the case - - it is pretty well made but I have an issue with it. It is great that it loops both for a waist belt and also loops for something like a shoulder strap on a pack. The problem I have with it is that the shoulder strap loops are top and bottom with the belt loop below that. So when it is on the belt it doesn't sit all the way down - at least on my belt that isn't maybe as wide as others. Since the tool is kind of heavy , sitting on the belt this way it tends to want to tip sideways . And even though I haven't had the tool fall out - I am afraid of that happening. So I bought a Nite Ize Clip Pock-Its XL Utility Holster to use on my belt. So far the tool in that fits fine and secure ( actually a bit too deep) - this pouch is bigger than supplied pouch and has room for other stuff like flashlight , pens , etc.The small metal clip in the center that holds an extra bit for the screwdriver and swings out - I really think that has too sharp and edge and I may file it down.The cutters - jury is still out on that - I have used it a few times and they work but a couple times they seemed so so - though since it is new tool I know I have to get used to how to best use them and their limitations.All in all - like I said in the beginning I carry these now instead of the Wave. If the tool was smoother and some of the edges smoothed it would be just incredible - but I will still give this full rating because of the best features it has - one handed operation .Otherwise.. well the fact the blade and the wire cutter are easy to replace is a plus. It's a good tool, it's well built, and the centerline screwdriver and modular cutting tools are a VERY good design. But I KNOW you're looking at the Leatherman too. If you're buying it for yourself or the man in your life, and you or they aren't going to make it a primary use implement, get the Leatherman. It feels better in your hand, the pliers are slightly better (in most models) and it just has that cachet. If you or the person you're buying it for CONSTANTLY use the screwdriver, the fact it comes WITH a belt holster, a good grouping of optional bits, and has an adequate pliers, the blade and wire cutter are replaceable, and that centerline driver, are the pluses he'll (or you'll) appreciate. But it won't be a Leatherman. It lacks the scissors, the tiny screwdrivers, and perhaps a few other cool options plus that heavier feel of some of the better Leathermen. It's a GOOD value and mine has lasted well with considerable use, but it just feels cheaper than the Leatherman. And it is. It's a GOOD VALUE I don't want to understate that. It's made to be lighter. Despite it's light weight it's quite durable. I keep hoping it'll wear out so I can spend a LOT more for a Leatherman, and have to buy the belt holster and extra bits separately, to boot. It may never wear out. SO yeah beyond that bit of workman's snob appeal, the better metal of some models, the additional options in those models, and the substantial feel of the Leatherman, I can't say ANYTHING bad about the Gerber, and PLENTY that's good. It's one of those things no one SHOULD be anything but thrilled with. And I use it a LOT. It's... just not one of the top level Leatherman multitools. Just being honest.It's a very good tool, the pliers can be extended one-handedly, and with practice so can the blade and screwdriver. I miss the scissors and sometimes that tiny screwdriver in my now lost Wingman. Plus that dumb looking short thickish pry blade that I used more than I would ever have imagined. But I would never go buy one just for those as long as this Gerber is working like it does., and that may well be forever.