# Durable 90s Era Multitools The Leatherman Wave Alpha Now Has a CPM MagnaCut Blade By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2025-10-15 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leatherman-wave-alpha References: [hiconsumption](https://hiconsumption.com/gear/leatherman-wave-alpha-multi-tool/) & [leatherman](https://www.leatherman.com/products/wave-alpha)  The [Leatherman](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leatherman-arc) Wave Alpha multitool was first debuted by the brand in 1998 and has just been showcased in an updated form to help build on its prowess. The multitool sees its 420HC steel blade swapped out for CPM MagnaCut to give it superior edge retention alongside impressive corrosion resistance and superior levels of toughness. The tool has a topography-inspired texture across the body and comes in three color options including Obsidian, Cascadia and Canyonland. The Leatherman Wave Alpha multitool has a total of 16 functions and sees the [serrated blade knife](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benchmade-593bk-psk) swapped out for a full-size pair of spring-action scissors to accommodate changing preferences. The accessory is made in the USA and is available now directly from the brand for $200. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 8.4/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 53% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Advanced Metallurgy:** Utilizing CPM MagnaCut in multitools enhances durability and performance, opening up opportunities for innovations in personal gear construction. - **Customizable Aesthetics:** The introduction of topography-inspired textures and color options in multitools reflects growing consumer demand for personalized and stylish tools. - **Functional Versatility:** The shift from a serrated blade to spring-action scissors in multitools indicates a trend towards increased adaptability to consumer preferences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Outdoor Gear:** Advanced metal alloys in multitools can revolutionize durability standards and drive further innovation in outdoor equipment. - **Materials Science:** Cutting-edge alloys like CPM MagnaCut signal potential breakthroughs in high-performance, corrosion-resistant materials. - **Product Design:** The emphasis on customizable and aesthetic designs in tools highlights the merging of functionality with consumer-oriented design principles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [10-in-1 EDC Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orioners-z3.md) - [EDC Compact Dynamic Multi-Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skeletool-rx.md) - [Hyper-Tough Titanium Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smith-blade.md) - [Modular Multi-Blade EDC Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tially-kit.md) - [Titanium EDC Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mih-bladenex.md) - [Elegant Everyday Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/damascus.md) - [Intuitive Safety Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leatherman-blazer.md) - [Tactical Titanium EDC Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timav-nextool.md) - [Compact Precision EDC Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omnipro-20.md)