The Leatherman Signal, Tips, Tricks, Mods and Full Run Down.
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- Опубліковано 25 гру 2020
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One thing I discovered about the whistle/ferro is that if you’ve struck the ferro rod kind of flat, you can pull the two plastic sides of the whistle apart and rotate the rod to a fresh side and snap it back together fairly well. Whistle still works.
Brilliant
For me it can be rotated by rubbing across with my finger? Maybe mine is a looser fit
For over 2 years, I haven’t left the house without my signal and bit kits/bit extension. I use them so much everyday, and although I don’t use the whistle/ferro rod/sharpener, it’s nice knowing they’re there if I ever needed them. All time favorite multitool that I’ve ever owned
Yep, same
Same here. I won't shut up about it to my kids. They think I love it more than them. :)
I've been trying to do some mods to make it perfect for me --
- Move the saw to the opposite pivot in the blade slot
- Insert my Wingman scissors in the former saw slot
- Replace the awl with a pick
- Replace the can opener with a file
- Figure out a way to add tweezers
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I ordered the signal last weekend. Should be getting it today, actually. I’m already looking into mods lol.
I would absolutely like to replace the can opener with maybe a file. And possibly at some point add scissors? Guess I need to actually carry it for a minute and see what I use the most vs the least and go from there before I get too far ahead lmao
@@mikeymike8705 Right there with you. Mine's still in progress. Let me know how yours works out. It is a fantastic tool!
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I will! Looking forward to working with it. My choice was between this and the skeletool. As much as I like to tinker and spend time doing yard work and work at the property, the signal seemed like the ultimate choice. Plus from what all I’ve seen the signal doesn’t seem too much heavier or bulkier than the skeletool. So still good for everyday carry.
I saw while Google searching mods that someone stuck tweezers from a Swiss Army knife in an open slot on the opposite end of the saw from the pivot. Maybe that would work for you, if they don’t fall out. But I’m sure there’s a way to Jerry rig it in. I’ll put the link in another comment if I can find it again.
If you find a file that fits or one you could modify to fit let me know!
Glad to see you put importance on the whistle,something not nearly enough mentioned where survival is concerned. The whistle sound carries a long way,especially at night. In
Injunction with a strobe light,two of the most important things you can carry.
I've been doing tons of research on which multitool would be best for my edc, and I dismissed the signal because of the 'outdoorsman' marketing. But after finding that the fire steel, whistle, and sharpener can be removed and replaced with things like bit holders, it really does make this a great urban edc tool.
Shapeways is a great site to find these bit holders.
Pro tip: the signal takes wave and charge blades(with an extra washer). I replaced the blade with a scalpel holder, and its the perfect hunting multitool.
Nice trick with the bit holder! Great for tightening that dripping coolant hose clamp back behind the engine block.
I have had a signal for about two years now and I love the thing. I haven't used the come back and kick me whistle but I'm glad I have it because there's always a chance I might need it. I'm glad you mentioned the lock I always use it because I hammered with it once and pinched my hand. Not bad but still it keeps it tight.
Really thorough review of the Signal. Thanks for this, you convinced me to get one.
using paracord to add retention to the bit holder is ingenius! I might get the Signal just because of this its ability(with the replacement modular) to carry extra bits with itself.
That was a really great informative video, thanks. I have been humming and haaing about the Signal, but I think I'll get one and give it a go. Thanks again!
So, I went and bort an Aqua one: looks cool. The saw is flimsy. I tried to chop a piece of pine, and a small branch on a tree... almost useless! Sharp teeth, but uncomfortable to use. Anyway, I wana put Wingman scissors on instead; my Surge scissors are more like tinsnips than Vic ones... are Wingman scissors any good? Thanks.
Thank you for this video, you've helped me make up my mind, the signal will be my 2nd Leatherman I get. I would use it at work more than my Wingman(it was a gift).
Thanks for sharing 👍
Thank you for making this video! You did an awesome job and have helped me decide on this! I really appreciate the paracord idea in the hex bit area as I see myself doing this! Thanks again!!
took me a while but I finally decided on the signal. I hear bad parts and good parts but I feel if I'm ever in need I rather have this tool then any other ones. I'm not a mechanic I'm not a carpenter. I'm a dude that wants a good survivalist tool a good knife and a good flashlight and a tough badass backpack
The signal is my favorite tool. Thank you for this video.
Best video I've seen on the Signal. Thank you very much
Great video. I just purchased the Signal and really like it. Thanks for sharing!
The logic of why this a better edc than camp tool was perfect. Great video.
Absolutely agree! I also have signal in my edc, and it works great with victorinox nailcare (allways in my wallet, so it doesent need extra place in pocket, backpack etc.)
I have also one advice for signal 😏 chop a needle (or find really short one), and sharpen it, then you can put a needle under signal sharpener, or ever carry there a needle wich some string. Voila, your signal have now repair kit!
OK...this is a really really clever idea..and you have made me think of a lot more mods for this..THANK YOU!
@@maxlvledc It’s my pleasure! I also store a bit of cotton (wrapped in food wrap) inside a whistle. There isn’t much room there, but it will be enough to light a fire comfortably, maybe even 2 times.
I know i might sound a bit weird 😄 but i am trying to make the most of this tool, and make little but effective survival/edc tool.
@@stefanszwydczenko8598 wierd?!?! Your talking to the wrong guy...that's right up my alley 😂
@@maxlvledc 😂😂😂 That’s good!
Like minded people.... I think the same ways too!
Leatherman signal in a clip&carry kydex sheath is my EDC and I've been carrying the signal for over a year now and it never misses
I just got one of these tools and your video was very helpful. 🙏🏻
Cool video I've been wanting a signal for a couple years and just bought the tan model today, I have a few leathermans and I like them all, but I think I will really like this one, Thanks
glad it helped!
Bic lighter makes a great bottle opener too.
Everything is a bottle opener lol
I find myself using the back of my knife since I don't smoke anymore.
Why are you still telling people about a lighter bottle opener that we stopped using in '87
😂😂 always my go 2 👊🏼
It’s true
"Pseudo weird tactical thing" Nice! Great video.
One of the really neet things about your vids is your sense of curiosity, combined with openness to being shown something you didn't know. It's an example of humility as well as geekdom. If more folks adopted this idea about other things, there'd be less contention...
Wow, ty!
Love my signal and I love your reviews and tips, mods on all these tools 🛠 thank you for sharing and continue the great videos 🙂👍
You are 100% correct about the whistle being under rated. Urbann or out in the woods, a person should carry one. Good call!
I seen so many Signal reviews. but your one is most useful. I would have love to bay extra bit holder but its not available in South Africa. thank you for making this video..... 💜
Thanks!
Great review!! Just ordered mine
Regarding your whistle rant....I completely agree. A whistle, in many ways, in more valuable than a flashlight. I always buy them in groups of 2 or 4. They work better in pairs.
Agreed, flashlight and whistle are more important than fire in MOST emergency situations
That's okay keep up the good work I love your content
The red version is so futuristic 🤩
7:41 ohh my god thats hilarious! its like this "hidden features" on my long own signal! thank You. Didnt knew that cutaway in the hammer is for that too
Hey there! I had a question, where did you get your signal because I’m looking to get one and I’m not sure what the best pick is or website what not
I have the Leatherman wingman and love it. But this looks awesome
Great video, thanks!
Had no idea about the addons, this video definitely sold me on the Signal. Glad to know you end up using the hammer because it's one of the primary reasons I want the Signal. I think only the MUT has the hammer and as tacticool as I'd like to be, I don't see myself diffusing any bombs.
P2, P4 and arc also have a hammer surface)
My edc is the charge + TTI. I have been wanting to purchase the signal since it came out but didn’t know if it would be a great tool for edc. After watching this video I am convinced, I will be edc-ing the signal paired with the CS. Thank you for your great review. Keep up the great work
Appriciated, glad I can help
Using the leatherman bits in the style cs (what I normally keep on my keychain) blew my mind
I want a leatherman signal now! lol and yours looks Boba fett with the paint wearing out in places!
I saw the video and im saving money to buy it!
👍
Yoooooooo thanks for the tip on the paracord strands to add bit retention. I just backed a kickstarter for a prybar with a ratcheting drive on it and was thinking it would have the same issue but I think I can Jerry rig a lanyard with loose ends on it to emulate this
Nice video, thank you. I would love to see you taking a similar take on the Leatherman MUT.
I had the MUT, didn't like the ergonomics. There were a lot of genius things about it though.
@@maxlvledc thank you
I have to point out the obvious if you complain about the way that you have to use the multi-tools components and how it may be slightly inconvenient, then just carry the prerequisite tools that they replace and be happy with that situation. Multitools are supplementary to the primary tools necessary to do normal repair work or to be put into use in survival situations.
It's all about the hammer for me, I'm always re-driving in nails on an old farm property. Plus I got it used with the diamond sharpener plastic broken on it from an REI garage sale for dirt cheap. Rest of the tool was in perfect condition. Edit: I see a lot of disrespect on the combo blade, agreed in general but for hay bale strings it's fantastic.
As far as combo blades go..they did ok
Good overall review but I'm old school and my super tool 300 works fine til it dies going on 15yrs of everyday use being in maintenance but I always wanted the main blade and saw to come out as this model. When I retire I will also retire it and get this model for going fishing. Thank you very much.
the ST300 is an excellent tool, and is really undderrated imo.
The most useful review for Signal. Thanks.
Cheers Mate.
I love mine, but really miss a pair of scissors. Got a Victorinox SwissCard and carry it in the signal big nylon sheath along with a mini flashlight and a proper magnesium flint from SOL. It all fits great!
What mini flashlight do you use, and do you recommend it? Thanks in advance. :)
Ty for the video. : )
Nice tips
A guy made his own aftermarket bit holders that replace the sharpener and whistle. The one he made that replaces the whistle/ferro rod takes two LM bits. He posted it in the mod section of the forum.
do you have a link??
Than what's the point of buying the Signal ? I mean, the whistle and Ferro rod are the main component of signal making it a outdoors man multiple tool. If someone needs so many bits shouldn't they go with other tools ? Beats the point!!
@@truthseeker3404I mean you’re not always going to be camping. It lets you have one EDC tool and swap out the components depending on your current needs.
@@ChrisHoopes1 you don't get it ! If i go by your reasoning i want the same tools in all my multitools that means It doesn't matter what I buy bcoz I'll change everything to make.the same things which means I have 10 backups of the same multitool that just looks different. I live by the rules of having one backup of everything that means I get to have 2 multitools with different secondary uses !! Plus, if i know I'm going to camping taking the same multitool that I carry to my workplace is stupid bcoz there's no use to me and a dead weight.
When you're in the city you most likely will not need the whistle and ferro rod or the sharpener. But when you've been lost in the mountains for a few days (been there) those items are essential (maybe not the sharpener 😅). The point he is making is that he can easily switch the tool from city mode to outdoor mode with minimal extra expense. It makes more sense to have a tool that can fit both roles easily than having to buy two separate tools. These mods make that goal possible.
keep it going :)
Nice 👍🏻
As a bushcrafting/camping tool, I recomended. Thank you for the video...yet, I don't know what is the "big deal" about not opening a bottle, with the bottle opener...isn't it's what is designed for?
I have opened bottles with spoons,lighters, screw drivers, etc..but if I have a bottle opener at range, I use it aswell...no biggie.
Not sure if this is helpful for you but the 2D flathead and philips it comes with fits in the hex driver on the hammer part and will stay without falling. Just thought I’d let you know. Great video and keep em coming. ✌️
really? mine falls out.
@@maxlvledc oh weird. Mine stays in.
Mine is loose too and falls out (without the paracord strand mod)
I need this for my Collection.
Might not be good for camping, but very nice for backpacking, cause I'm not gonna haul around the heavier, larger, albeit more ergonomic tools with me.
cool that the awl functions closed, a lot of info in this video!
Love the video, any chance you could you do a signal vs MUT ?
I don't have my mut any more...it was a cool tool but imo completely ruined by bad ergonomics
If you use it with your right hand and your pinky butted into the pommel section, you can really bear down on some double stranded wire with the wire cutters. Cutting through barbed wire to get it off the axels of my quad was way easier than with my wave+, and you don't have the spines of the serated blade and file (like on the wave+) waiting to rip off a chunk of your palm when you finally do cut through the wire.
Yea, it's nice to use the pliers for sure
I have been putting that green Signal in and out of my cart for the last year. Green is my favorite color and it looks so cool. My only issue is that I have better options that I already own. I have a knife sharpener with a good whistle, a fire rod, and a few better Multitools with more tools. I still want this though. 😅
@spanky8402 just fill give in and go for it fella. Just bought a topographical green - no regrets 😉
@@rgray83z that color does look awesome. 😀
One guy said he stores a toothpick under the saw blade. Maybe you could stash the micro bit driver there. A very small piece of duct tape could hold the bit drivers in place without a paracord string. But you'd have to apply the lil PC of duct tape every time.
Hi Max, one amazing thing of Leatherman Signal is that you can wear it hanging to the jeans loop.
Yep! When your pockets ate full it still has a way to be comfortably carried!
@@maxlvledc Yes, and you access it very fast. The only disadvantage is when you want to run.
@@TrespassingPilot129, I use the pocket clip on my belt.
I had a Signal. Loved it. I would love to have seen it in blaze orange since it is a survival based tool
Ooo, orange and black would be sick!!
What happened to it?
@@Elhesh stolen when my car was stolen back in 2019. Found the car but my get home bag, work tools, jacket, and a ton of other stuff were gone when the car was recovered. I was pissed. My ex-fiance (whose drug addict brother stole my car) put me through a bankruptcy shortly afterward and I have been slowly regaining everything I lost and had to sell when the bankruptcy happened. I’m finally almost back to where I was before all that crap happened
@@dualsportedc Well dude, firstly I am sorry to hear that. And my absolute condolences for the shit time you’ve gone through.
But thanks for the honest answer brother, appreciate that you have the integrity to send that response when asked by a complete stranger.
Hopefully you keep getting through it man, and all the best.
@@Elhesh things are getting better by the day. I have my new car, my motorcycle, an amazing girlfriend, my channel, and a stable job. It’s all about keeping your head up and continuing to push through whatever life throws at you
i think its a nice backup
together with a fixed blade its perfect
It looks nice and got some special features, i get why you like it. For me the combo blade is a nogo, also no scissors. A big plus is its quite compact for the size and sturdyness. My favorite is still the big old swisstool, nothing comes close to it for me, not even the "king" surge.
Really useful tips, trick n mods, mate 😎🤩👍. There's only 1 small thing; i dont have a Signal yet 😭🤣😂
😭
@@maxlvledc dont be sad, mate. I'm working on it 😎🤩😁
Your Videos are quite nice =) Can you please do a video about how you build and how to mod your leatherman save ... i saw it on your Instagram.
It looks amazing! Have a good day =)
Which one?
@@maxlvledc I mean the Leatherman "Save" .... The Wave mixed with the Signal...
I'm just here for your algorithm
Cheers!
Cool
You are 100% right ! " ...thin tools are much more confortable to carry... " i prefer to carry the signal over the charge and the wave !!! It is even lighter !
The screw driver bit that comes with the multi tool fits in the 1/4 inch wrench hole by the hammer head.
Hello, I really liked your video. I have the Leatherman Signal tool and I am interested in your suggestion to replace the Sharpener tool that came with it with the extra bit holder. I visited the Sharpways website and found the Signal Bit Holder. But, where do I get the Phillips & Flat Screwdriver bits to put in it? I’m just looking to make sure I don't buy something without knowing where I can get the bit’s that will fit into it like you showed in your video. Thanks in advance.
This video rocks. Where did you get the bit keeper that is in your keybar? I stopped carrying my keybar because I was down to a house key and a gun safe key (all my family’s cars have fobs now) but if I can snag one of those bit holders, it’ll have to go back into the rotation.
Great ideas that I never thought of!! One more "mod" is to carry a tooth pick under the teeth of the saw. Since I always carry at least one knife anyway, I voided my warranty and switched out the blade for the file from the Wave. 😁
That should not void the warranty as long as you can reassemble the the tool properly
Is it really yours if you haven't voided the warranty?
@@mackjones7688 yeeeeep
I did the same but swapped out the semi serrated with a 154cm non serrated from the Charge. fits perfectly and now a proper blade! 100% bushcraft/survival proper now. Serrated blades have no place in a survival setting
@@chrissonik gonna have to disagree. If you need to cut rope, clothing, something thicker, tougher, a serrated blade is preferable.
Please tell us more about the diamond knife sharpener and how to use it. 🙏🏻
Wow, 2 years ago and I just got a really good deal on a signal in a package which was donated to a fundraiser. I wonder if its time to revisit the signal?
Scissors for cutting cord seems like an oversight, but still quite cool.
Honestly I can't think of a time I've used a scissor for cutting cord. I'd rather press cut a blade...cuts cleaner
It is a good EDC tool. Leatherman should make a version with the blade exchanger.
I have 3 black t shanks from russia coming within the next few months, then I'll be able to upgrade it to the t shank exchanger
Will those T-shanks be offered for sale somewhere? That would be an awesome upgrade for mine!
i'd like a whistle that whistles both on the inhale and the exhale
Looking at the 3:15 scene about the bottle opener...
I gotta say it, you don't really need an opener. There will be ledges, other bottles, cutlery, teeth, coins, bottle caps and so many more things xD
But bonus points for the hammer + carabiner function of the LM Signal.
Always fun to watch people break their teeth on bottle caps because they don't know that the little cracks that causes don't heal, and will spread over time.
apparently you can put a magnet in there -- instead of the wire trick -- to hold bits
Really really good video. I'm wondering what kind of knife you use.
Mostly I carry a multitool instead of a knife most days..if I want to upgrade that..I add a fixed blade.
Damn youre misding a great affiliate marketing opportunity here. Im gerting the signal bc of this video and a link to buy in the description wouldve been good for me and you. Cheers for the video
What color looks best to you? I'm trying to decide if I want Black oxide in aqua or silver, or stainless steel in Gray, please help me decide..
I'd be curious to know if the saw could be swapped with the file from a wave. A file and a hammer would go good together for me
Hi, thank you for your video, very informative! I am heavily considering the signal.
Would like to ask, what is that key organizer you have, with the bit holders?
I change my setup so fast I'd need to rewatch it lol.
@@maxlvledc You're holding it at 16:37
Looks like a smartkey type key holder and you've somehow fit some sort of bit holder in there as well.
@@fazadinrizal9876 oh right, it's a keybar with a Leatherman bit holder I've cut down and drilled two holes into
@@maxlvledc Ahhh I see. sounds smart, I'm trying to figure out how to bring bits around. The smaller flat bits from leatherman are nice but pretty pricy
Overall the Signal looks like the best rounded tool for EDC.
Thanks very much! I looked but can't seem to find a link to the Style mod with the flat bit holder. Please advise.
I actually have better solution, I found an addon on ebay that accomplishes the same thing only better here: www.ebay.com/itm/233899258058?hash=item36757b70ca:g:bYsAAOSw309gLMUQ
do you have information in your keybar? curious how you combined the leatherman bit kit!
You sound a lot like Idubbbz . UA-cam idubbbz if you dont know who he is, thats awesome lol. Good video 👍🏻
The Signal Clip is really nice until you break it, trust me I know. For whatever reason the clip on my Signal broke, and the metal seemed maybe a bit brittle. You can not buy a replacement clip from Leatherman, you can only send it in for warranty repair. In my case the clip broke about a week after I bought it, and then it was gone for 5 weeks for warranty repair. The Wingman type clip looks like it would fit but it does not fit without modifying the multitool, which voids the warranty. The Signal is a good multitool but I don't trust that clip, which makes me a little wary to carry it.
I love the Battleborn looking red... Now I want to see a boba Fett colored Leatherman lol
Oooo
@@maxlvledc *insert Ben Stiller "do it, do it" gif*
i like your paracord suggestion. One other idea would be to put some fishing line and you would literally be able to catch food
good idea, but I think the kink from the bit would make it weak.
@@maxlvledc yeah it probably would. I was just thinking of a survival situation. Braid or floro would prob be okay I think ?
I wanna say black oxide holds oil better? I just made that up so idk if it’s true. Great review
I don't know honestly
thanks so much for this video. I am struggling with closing the blades as it seems stuck. any tips on that. appreciate it.
Stuck? Is the line lock not working?
@@maxlvledc thanks for your prompt reply. I have figured out how to close the blade. 😀 sorry to have bothered you. I guess there is an automatic lock feature for safety upon opening a blade. Thanks.
Красота хочу такую же👍👍👍👍👍
If they ever make a plain edge version I'd be all over it.
I think l like the knife sharpener that comes with the signal because it seems to be shaped just right for sharpening the serrated blades Leatherman makes. The only reason I'm not sure about this is simply that I haven't had to use the sharpener yet. Has anyone out there tried the sharpener on their serrated blade or serrated section of blade?
I have, it works but the grit size on these sharpeners is a little inconsistent
@@maxlvledc good to know 👍. How about the length of the sharpener? Is it long enough?
@@slipknotrob666 yes...just enough
Thoughts on swapping the knife and saw? I'm left handed and having easier access for the knife would be amazing. Anything of note on why I shouldn't disassemble it to swap them?
Won't work. The tang is cut in opposite directions.
Bottle opener comments. If you have the free P2 or P4 you can actually be smooth about it! I always feel so cool pulling it out and getting the Phillips driver out one handed so fast and using the attached bottle opener.
“ If this floats their boat “ 😂