I see people here talking about the finish rubbing off on their hands. Can I fix this by wiping it down when I get it?
1716017
I have had this model for just over a year and have not noticed any finish rubbing off, and I use this Leatherman daily. There may have been some excess finish that rubbed off when I first got it, but it wasn't enough to be alarming.
1716018
Yes, I wiped off the excess black oxide the minute I got it, never had a problem since. If you buy the bit extender and the spare bits assortment, you'll need to take a second to wipe those down too. It was terribly exhausting. <sarcasm specifically aimed at the whiny people>I've also had a ton of compliments from other techs. "Dude! Where did you get that!?" lol
1716019
No. It's not as bad as ppl say. I've had mine for over a yr now and it's still all black. I use it everyday so it's not like it's not being used. I prefer the black oxide look even after what little finish came off. The finish will rub to an extent but it's nothing to worry over. The oils in your hand with use will seal the oxide coat to the tool.
1716020
Yes, I wiped off the excess black oxide the minute I got it, never had a problem since. If you buy the bit extender and the spare bits assortment, you'll need to take a second to wipe those down too. It was terribly exhausting. &lt;sarcasm specifically aimed at the whiny people&gt; I've also had a ton of compliments from other techs. "Dude! Where did you get that!?" lol
1716021
Wiping it down when you get it will help significantly, yes. But, for me, it didn't completely fix it. It still rubbed off on my hands a little bit the next 4 or 5 times I used it, but after that, it was fine. And it's still all-black, so it's not a cosmetic issue with the tool.
1716022
I don't think you can fix it like that, just wait a couple of days and it will fix itself, besides, this is an issue that can be overlooked by the tool's coolness
649824
Hi: I use mine as a room divider, but so far I haven't had any finish rub off on my hands when I move or adjust the piece.
1367107
I have this grip & keep it on 99% of the time. I'll take it off to make sure it stays clean. It's been a wonderful piece of equipment! Highly suggest! Hope this helps!
669674
Did you run them thru the dishwasher? Can't do that, wash them with a soapy scrub pad that will take the excess tarnish off but handels will remain discolored. Sorry
921737
I agree with exchanging it. Mine has no scratches, and we have been using it over a year, so there must be something wrong with yours. Sorry.
1824287
I can't clean it completely. Eventually I was able to rub the sticky off but it left a smudge mark :(
2064463
Mine had no damage. Sorry, I would suggest you go to Ace or a local hardware store and asked for something to repair it. I know Ace Hardware has a can of stuff that restores finish. Hope it helps.
2254395
I found using Goof off does a really good job and doesn't damage the cup. You might also try polish remover, too.
1192843
Not that long with mine because after cleaning I wipe it off and the light lubricant and wipe again.Best bet is to take something with a finished wood handle and try it and on a piece of pipe and try it as well.
1512889
The rattan front doesn't seem to have any kind of a finish on it - I just wipe it with a damp cloth. I'm wondering if I should oil it so it doesn't dry out too much.
1635789
HiSince you are not worried about the finish, you may try Goo Be Gone. It can be purchased almost anywhere. It may not even do any damage to the surface either.
1909544
Lightly sand it and just wipe clean. That's what I did. My cabinets are amazing!
1543149
I've been using mine for over a year and the print is rubbing off to the point where I can't read it anymore. I mostly wash it by hand although it has been in the dishwasher a few times.
241891
It's definitely not polished, but not your usual brushed, either. That doesn't really help you! It's slightly brushed, then it looks like the polished on top of the brushing. Probably didn't help either...
299909
Just make sure you seal it with a uv protectant type of polyurethane if you do. I stained and sealed mine without uv protection and had to go back and sand the entire thing and refinish, what a pain!
1089336
This picture is for natural so maybe that means not stained and treated. I don't have this version but mine is stained and finished so I wash down after use and polish.
376507
You have to find a way to get it to stop rubbing. I would speak to a warn tech. He might be able to get the problem fixed. Don't ignore it.