Good information! Do you know if the Signal’s blade can be replaced by another Leatherman blade that just drops into place? Looking at wanting to replace the Signal’s blade with a non-serrated blade. Thanks in advanced.
Really great mod! Now I need one of those Leatherman Signals! This is a much better option that that thing Gerber is selling (I swear is made of 3CR)! It’s nice that you can easily put it back together. Thanks for making these mod videos, they’re fantastic! (And Now I also need a VErO Mini Fulcrum 😅)
Any of the pry's with bits in line are awesome, the Sidekick from Damned designs, the Vero fulcrum (both sizes) and soon to be the Novel carry tool as well.
I took mine apart and absolutely for the life of me can't get it back together... it looks super easy in your video but my barrel just won't go back in when the plier and the arm are lined up. They can each get in individually fine, but when stacked against each other they can't. I've tried and tried but they won't come back together, please help!
Would fit the Surge sawblade holder (with the saw) in place of the Signal blade? Would be a nice addition for those who carry a separate blade and Knipex Cobra.
Thank you for sharing, I really like this mod. 👍 Have you ever thought about 3D printing a bitholder for the inside? I mean now there is plenty place from the pliers… Would be nice to have two extra bits there.
Yours may need loc Tight to keep from loosening. Take your time and get the right tension...I probably just have a feel for the tension because of how many times I've done it.
Hey Buddy, I've been following your mods videos and simply love them! I'm very interested in these half-tool Leatherman mods. I would love to see a walk-through mod process video on the Leatherman Surge, let's say exchanger bits, Awl and Opener, plus serrated Blas and Scissors (to combine with folder and cobra 125mm pliers. That would be an incredible video to learn from. Thanks for your work buddy
Oh my gosh... its everything I wanted in a pocketknife the T2 has been a huge disappointment...the k2 is way too big to edc...and I have been carrying my SAK cadet for years just to have screwdrivers on my pocket knife! I use them a ton. I had added a Clipdraw gun clip to have a pocket clip on my Cadet... but always lamented it wasn't made in the USA, didnt have a 1/2 serrated blade, and was just a little too short in my XL glove sized hands. I am NEVER without a knife. Pants, to shorts to PJs... always have a knife in my pocket...was raised that way and the infantry reinforced it. This is amazing. I am on the hunt for a used Signal now. I'll basically forget about the other parts. Wave+ with bit kit in my Jeep Wrangler glovebox, Wave with ferro rod and flashlight in a sheath in my tackle box, Skeletool with bit kit in my Harley saddlebag, and Squirt PS4 on my keychain.... I can be 'all LM' now, how cool! Thank you!
That's a sweet mod if you already have a signal but paying 120 just to mod it in half and not even have a full plain edge blade seems kinda off but i guess if thats what you're looking for then cool! And to think that leatherman could hace just made that half piece instead of the smaller ones in the free series that dont have a bit driver! 😂😂
ahhh, so by that logic...why do people ever carry a folding knife when they can carry a multitool with clip and one handed blade instead? Size and weight. This dramatically cuts down on both.
@maxlvledc I guess it all comes down to what you need and / or use more . I actually carry a knife and a Leatherman tool by choice. I guess to each his own. Thanks for the reply.
Just did it. Now it's lighter than the Free T2 but with a hella blade and it's still actually comfortable to open one handed. I'm in awe of this mod.
the more we watch your show, the more we learn & get more ideas in modding. Cowabunga mate.!
you just made me buy this thing, it's briliant!
swapping out the the can opener for the rebar saw would make this almost perfect for camping and hiking.
🤯 was already considering a signal as my next multi tool and this may have just sealed the deal.
Haha, even I didn't know it would be this fast
Good information! Do you know if the Signal’s blade can be replaced by another Leatherman blade that just drops into place? Looking at wanting to replace the Signal’s blade with a non-serrated blade. Thanks in advanced.
Really great mod! Now I need one of those Leatherman Signals! This is a much better option that that thing Gerber is selling (I swear is made of 3CR)! It’s nice that you can easily put it back together. Thanks for making these mod videos, they’re fantastic! (And Now I also need a VErO Mini Fulcrum 😅)
Any of the pry's with bits in line are awesome, the Sidekick from Damned designs, the Vero fulcrum (both sizes) and soon to be the Novel carry tool as well.
The ferro/whistle appears to fit in the gap left by the pliers perfectly. Any ideas on how to secure it there?
Thanks and I really enjoy your content
So I love my signal but am not a big fan of serrated blades. What leatherman could I swap out a straight blade for the serrated?
Any of the wave series..but you need a lot of spacers, the signal blade is far thicker.
@@maxlvledc thanks so much!!
@@maxlvledchappen to know what size spacers I could use? Not super fan of the blade play after removing the pliers
I wonder if you could fit the full hex driver from the Multiforce in the plier position...
No, different hole sizes
Whole different hole 🕳
I am quite late here. I originally saw this in a short. I came here to ask if there are other Lethermans you can do this to.
None as easily, but yes.
This is not what I was looking for but damn this is badass! Looks great too
With that removable pocket clip... Are there any custom clips that add additional functionality?
Hmm. Not that I know of
With no pliers..does bit extender fit?
no, not quite, but the long MUT bits can store in the handle inside the exchanger
man that's real cool
I took mine apart and absolutely for the life of me can't get it back together... it looks super easy in your video but my barrel just won't go back in when the plier and the arm are lined up. They can each get in individually fine, but when stacked against each other they can't. I've tried and tried but they won't come back together, please help!
I have the same problem
Have you fixed it yet?
I want to keep my current signal as is, but I wanna buy another to do this with lol
Is there a saw attachment that fits the signal bit carrier? Cheers Mike
Not sure what you mean
@@maxlvledc thanks for the reply, the bit driver on the signal, I was wondering if there is a saw blade that goes in there. Cheers Mike
sick! did you try to put some tools in the middle, where the pliers used to be? would be cool if thats possible
Not really possible because of differing pivot size...I have some 3d printed ideas though
Would fit the Surge sawblade holder (with the saw) in place of the Signal blade? Would be a nice addition for those who carry a separate blade and Knipex Cobra.
no it will not, its reversed. and the lockup will not work.
@@maxlvledc sad to hear that, thanks for answering!
Does this work with the Leatherman sidekick
Not as fast but yes.
@@maxlvledc ok do you have a guide for it or is it the same
I like that!
Could you swap the blade for a non serrated one? Maybe a wave's?
Yes. But it needs lots of spacers because the signal blade is thicker.
Awesome simple mod! Can you do that mod using the carabiner side with the pocket clip and blade?
No, neither the blade or clip will work for that.
Is it possible to swap blades? Im a leftie and would help. I wish there was a spot for a couple bits to stash. Thanks for the vid
sadly no, your best bet as a lefty with leatherman is the P4
@@maxlvledc thanks. Would be nice to be able to rearrange the pocket clip. Oh well. I still love it
Great mod! What SAK do you carry in that pouch? Thanks for sharing
Victorinox manager with Brass pen scales.
Thank you for sharing, I really like this mod. 👍 Have you ever thought about 3D printing a bitholder for the inside? I mean now there is plenty place from the pliers… Would be nice to have two extra bits there.
Funny you mention that...yes I would like to do exactly that
@@maxlvledc Do you know if there exists a STL file?
@@FredPrana not until I design it lol
@@maxlvledc 👍
Was the topo design on the blade factory or custom?
Factory
Awesome, thank you!
Does that void the warranty???
Technically no. As long as you reassemble it the same way I did..no voided warranty.
Why is it that now it’s hard to open the blade after I did this please somebody 🙏🏻 help
I need a signal now.
Very interesting !
Why is this any better than also having pliers, etc? I don’t get it.
Some ppl want a a carry that weighs less, this one works.
I did this and now the screw over the knife comes loose, yet the blade won open if it’s torqued past hand tight.
Probably due to a bend in the liner lock pushing the knife towards the front of the tool, awesome mod
Your videos are good I would like to watch you completely disassemble multitools or a complete mod
Yours may need loc Tight to keep from loosening. Take your time and get the right tension...I probably just have a feel for the tension because of how many times I've done it.
Hey Buddy, I've been following your mods videos and simply love them! I'm very interested in these half-tool Leatherman mods. I would love to see a walk-through mod process video on the Leatherman Surge, let's say exchanger bits, Awl and Opener, plus serrated Blas and Scissors (to combine with folder and cobra 125mm pliers. That would be an incredible video to learn from. Thanks for your work buddy
Serrated Blade*
Ok, I just saw the 3 secondary tool won't fit...what about Bit exchanger plus Awl? Will they fit? 😌
That's one too many internal tools, but other than that it's possit
Yep, those two fit
Oh my gosh... its everything I wanted in a pocketknife the T2 has been a huge disappointment...the k2 is way too big to edc...and I have been carrying my SAK cadet for years just to have screwdrivers on my pocket knife! I use them a ton. I had added a Clipdraw gun clip to have a pocket clip on my Cadet... but always lamented it wasn't made in the USA, didnt have a 1/2 serrated blade, and was just a little too short in my XL glove sized hands. I am NEVER without a knife. Pants, to shorts to PJs... always have a knife in my pocket...was raised that way and the infantry reinforced it.
This is amazing. I am on the hunt for a used Signal now. I'll basically forget about the other parts.
Wave+ with bit kit in my Jeep Wrangler glovebox, Wave with ferro rod and flashlight in a sheath in my tackle box, Skeletool with bit kit in my Harley saddlebag, and Squirt PS4 on my keychain.... I can be 'all LM' now, how cool! Thank you!
Get a signal at REI with a 20% coupon during their yearly sale. Cheapest way
Wow, I need to buy second signal and do this! Awesome
That's a sweet mod if you already have a signal but paying 120 just to mod it in half and not even have a full plain edge blade seems kinda off but i guess if thats what you're looking for then cool! And to think that leatherman could hace just made that half piece instead of the smaller ones in the free series that dont have a bit driver! 😂😂
I agree a full plain edge would be cool. But actually I don't mind this partially serrated blade
More mod videos plz sir
This guy needs to work for leatherman
This f****** rocks
That's make no sense at all. Why do you buy a multi tool and wanna turn into a pocket knife when it's already a pocket knife +
ahhh, so by that logic...why do people ever carry a folding knife when they can carry a multitool with clip and one handed blade instead? Size and weight. This dramatically cuts down on both.
@maxlvledc I guess it all comes down to what you need and / or use more . I actually carry a knife and a Leatherman tool by choice. I guess to each his own. Thanks for the reply.
What a waste, why bother buying a multi tool, why even own a Leatherman if you're just going to remove half of it's function? 😂😂
Why carry a folding knife over a multitool? There are times less is more.
@@maxlvledc I suppose it's easy enough to put back together 🤔 it's just weird seeing a leathy like that haha