Hello There!

Summer has arrived… it’s HOT and going to get HOTTER! If you’ve never experienced West Tennessee humidity, you don’t know what you’re missing.😊

Of course, I’ll never forget stepping off that C-141 in Panama, Central America. The heat hits you in the face like a ton of bricks there, so I am thankful for Tennessee.

Ah Memories… I digress…

As we continue our journey planning the whole Semi Homesteaders setup and preparing to transition into our homesteading journey, we’ve been thinking a lot about the essential tools that will help us find that balance between modern life and old-fashioned skills. While big equipment like the Kubota BX23S tractor I wrote about previously is important, sometimes it’s the tool you always have on you that makes the biggest difference. For me, that’s a Leatherman multi-tool.

Think of it like a toolbox on the go. Whether you’re working on the future barndominium, tackling everyday fixes, or pulling out the inevitable splinter, having a versatile tool at your fingertips is invaluable.

My personal go-to, and the one that’s become a constant pocket companion, is the Leatherman Wave®+. It’s a real powerhouse with 18 tools packed into a compact design! Multi-tools often start with pliers and add useful implements like a knife and screwdrivers, and the Wave®+ is not short on this, making it incredibly useful for a wide range of tasks you encounter on a homestead. It falls under categories like Home, Outdoor, Work, and Everyday Essentials – basically, all the places you find yourself on a homestead! 

But the Wave®+ isn’t the only Leatherman that fits the homesteading lifestyle. I know folks with other models that are also excellent choices, fitting various needs and preferences, many of which are categorized for activities like Home, Outdoor, Work, Camp, Preparedness, Do-It-Yourself, and taking care of that occasional hang-nail.

• The Surge® is another bestseller with even more tools, boasting 21 functions. Nice but a little hefty for my pocket.
• The Signal® is advertised for outdoor use like camping and bushcraft, and comes in cool colors.
• The Rebar® is another bestseller listed with 17 tools.
• For something lighter, the Skeletool® is a practical choice, some weighing 5 oz. or less. Models like the Skeletool® CX and the standard Skeletool® are pretty cool.

Choosing the right multi-tool depends on the specific tasks you find yourself doing often, but having one ready, whether it’s the Wave®+ like mine or a different model, means you’re often just a pocket-reach away from having the tool you need.

I find myself using something from it EVERY DAY.

Leatherman tools are built to last a lifetime, which is exactly what you want for tools that will see hard work on a homestead.

Having a reliable multi-tool like the Leatherman Wave®+ is like having a mini-toolbox constantly with you, ready to help you turn those homesteading dreams into reality, one task at a time.

What’s your favorite tool to keep in your pocket on the homestead? Let us know in the comments!

You can see my Leatherman tools in this video on YouTube. Kyle’s EDC Essentials: Everyday Carry Gear for Homesteading & Beyond!

If you’d like to price a Wave or any other Leatherman multi-tool, click here.

Lord bless you and yours. Thank you so much for your support.