🛠 Leatherman Pocket Knife WHY?

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ความคิดเห็น • 283

  • @bryanreilly1290
    @bryanreilly1290 ปีที่แล้ว +341

    Never even occurred to me to do this. Very clever! Love it

    • @BUZZKILLJRJR
      @BUZZKILLJRJR ปีที่แล้ว +5

      He does so many mods to these different multi-tools his channel is awesome if you're into that sort of thing you'll find everything you want on there (

    • @kostadinkondev829
      @kostadinkondev829 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Chunk of metal can become very useful too

  • @wikorncuptasanti1456
    @wikorncuptasanti1456 ปีที่แล้ว +205

    I did it to Skeletool. You get a knife + bit driver. That’s all I really need. Really like the look of that half Signal though. I might do this too.

    • @maxlvledc
      @maxlvledc  ปีที่แล้ว +19

      I should have been more specific..you can do it with other tools but they don't assemble and disassemble so easily.

    • @pandabutt3384
      @pandabutt3384 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I immediately had the same idea after seeing this. After I thought a little more though the skeletool is so small and light already that I don't think it's worth losing the pliers for.

    • @magnusberger6762
      @magnusberger6762 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cool! Did you move over the pocket clip to the «knife side» when doing this?

    • @thresher51
      @thresher51 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      the skeletool pliers are weak. I actually broke two of those using them normally

  • @tylerbell6796
    @tylerbell6796 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Dude I had no idea I had an unknown obsession for multi-tools. Thanks for helping me discover.

    • @maxlvledc
      @maxlvledc  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      My condolences to your wallet 😅

    • @tylerbell6796
      @tylerbell6796 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@maxlvledc At least I'll have some tools to fix it with. ;)

  • @mattconklin4026
    @mattconklin4026 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    The pliers are the best part of a Leatherman, besides that, that's neat & no you can do it to a sidekick too

    • @maxlvledc
      @maxlvledc  ปีที่แล้ว +15

      I should have been more specific. It's the only one that requires a single T10, and goes together as fast as it comes apart. Every other Leatherman I've done this with takes more work.

  • @sterobinson561
    @sterobinson561 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Makes the screwdriver better than with the full tool I love it

  • @imanassole9421
    @imanassole9421 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Did this with my Gerber Suspension.. can't have a blade at work. So I made it a key organizer with some tools.. love it.

  • @denisk559
    @denisk559 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Such a cool result! Amazing! 😮

  • @joshfa5526
    @joshfa5526 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Budget option is making your one handle mod on the Ozark Trail Multiforce though

  • @dylantheriault9007
    @dylantheriault9007 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this concept. I'm currently making a custom Leatherman Wave+ knife with a locking Gerber slim drive bit driver.

  • @denisk559
    @denisk559 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Did this with my leatherman Wave +. Amazing! Such a slim thing with a big blade that locks. Just wonderful 👍
    (With the Signal it looks better because it is thinner overall)

  • @nosreuter
    @nosreuter ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think it's absolutely ingenious!! Mega for those who only want to own one or s few multitools. But also for the fun of doing something different 👍

  • @glassjar7814
    @glassjar7814 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    It’s a cool hidden feature but when I first saw it done, it doesn’t make me want to go out and buy the multitool just to do this. But fun for someone who has a spare signal laying around

    • @DaemonwarriorJulius
      @DaemonwarriorJulius ปีที่แล้ว

      Just get a Leatherman free T4 and you get everything this mod has plus scissors, tweezers, deburring tool, file, carving knife, a small chisel, cap lifter. Just missing the sharpener and can opener. I usually carry both the signal and the free, on workdays I add my raptor to the mix to go with the first aid kit I keep on my forklift.

  • @Mushroom38294
    @Mushroom38294 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I know I shouldn't leave a comment to stop these vids getting recommended to me
    But these shorts are weirdly entertaining, and ur voice is calming, you are making me want to buy something I definitely cannot afford.

    • @maxlvledc
      @maxlvledc  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      yea...I'm an enabler lols.

  • @ThomasDuffyRE
    @ThomasDuffyRE ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I picked up the one handed NexTool (on your suggestions) which I really like since it has both the fixed blade and scissors with the other couple accessories on the back. I find myself rarely needing pliers so it works for me. I like these one arm multitools!

  • @BenDover-de7tf
    @BenDover-de7tf ปีที่แล้ว

    Beauty knife and multi tool collection, looks like you actually use them unlike alot of videos I see of "safe queens" lmfai

  • @oxymoronv6657
    @oxymoronv6657 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like my gerber armbar. I like how good these mods of multi-tools come out.

  • @edgaraquino2324
    @edgaraquino2324 ปีที่แล้ว

    A very nice rig...thanks!😊

  • @j.m.youngquist419
    @j.m.youngquist419 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The more I think about it. That is a good idea.
    Thanks for the idea.

  • @curtelverd4008
    @curtelverd4008 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow! That’s even better than the Gerber Armbar!

  • @srashclaw
    @srashclaw ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I did this with the Leatherman Wingman, even added my house key to where the pliers normally would be

  • @randomescu
    @randomescu ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice! I walk with a loaded Surge (tshanks and other stuff) but this is so cool...

  • @MrEscape314
    @MrEscape314 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I split a Leatherman Micra so all the tools are on one side. I lost the scissors, but halved the size of the smallest multitool. Truly is EDC for being so compact.

  • @Youtubecansuckmycock
    @Youtubecansuckmycock ปีที่แล้ว

    Holy! Ima do that with mine now.

  • @patrickkeller2193
    @patrickkeller2193 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I think the question you missed here is: why would you take apart the leatherman and essentially waste the other half?

  • @thebigoaktree8401
    @thebigoaktree8401 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great looking carry item. See, now I feel like buying a signal. Everytime I watch your videos I feel like buying some sh*t bro sheesh.
    Received the Yellow G10 Mini Beluga - with Wu Tang logo. Just as smooth as you said! Thanks

  • @erebostd
    @erebostd ปีที่แล้ว +1

    There are locking swiss army knifes, mostly from wenger (now owned by victorinox)….

  • @sircsolerom764
    @sircsolerom764 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is very impressive

  • @RStupplebeen
    @RStupplebeen ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cool mod. I use a Gerber Armbar Drive as my EDC for similar functionality at a beater price.

  • @TheRedEyedCoyote
    @TheRedEyedCoyote ปีที่แล้ว

    It’s a great idea.

  • @charlieward7606
    @charlieward7606 ปีที่แล้ว

    i love it, i got a k2 because i wanted that, nice pocket knife with few basic tools but then when you want to go camping or something can add the rest

  • @timothyades9983
    @timothyades9983 ปีที่แล้ว

    I did this with my signal. What’s more, the space vacated by one half of the pliers is perfect for adding a couple (possible 3) keys.

  • @scottsmall9898
    @scottsmall9898 ปีที่แล้ว

    Taking my custom colored signal apart now. Looks awesome

  • @Crab.Ragoon
    @Crab.Ragoon ปีที่แล้ว

    This is actually an awesome idea.

  • @paracop35
    @paracop35 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video. Keep it up

  • @allanatwick1606
    @allanatwick1606 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think it's a great idea

  • @justyou9314
    @justyou9314 ปีที่แล้ว

    I gotta put this Signal into my next cart, mate. I found it that its so unique, so modifable, limitless. Thanks 2 u, mate. Its so inspiring 🤩😎😁

  • @Gerald-do9yg
    @Gerald-do9yg 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Versatility!!

  • @jonathancrew5811
    @jonathancrew5811 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That actually would be a dope idea to have a quick release type pin so you can easily take it off when you want.

  • @samuraiS30v
    @samuraiS30v ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! What knife is that!!!!

  • @pretentiousname01
    @pretentiousname01 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Half a signal is what the Gerber armbar should have been

  • @tmpho-kh9du
    @tmpho-kh9du ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Honestly I think there was some backlash because the point of buying a big multi tool is have the pliers. If you didn’t need the pliers daily, I would think people would buy another option that’s cheaper, lighter and more suitable for their needs.

    • @maxlvledc
      @maxlvledc  ปีที่แล้ว

      Funny you mention that..I buy tons of those..none seem to fully satisfy me unless I mod them.

  • @DaemonwarriorJulius
    @DaemonwarriorJulius ปีที่แล้ว

    I just carry the whole signal and a free. On workdays I add my raptor to go along with the first aid kit I keep on my forklift and I'm all set.

    • @maxlvledc
      @maxlvledc  ปีที่แล้ว

      Now that is an edc!

  • @justindunlap1235
    @justindunlap1235 ปีที่แล้ว

    Plus you can customize which blades or tools you want on it.

  • @HaiNguyen408
    @HaiNguyen408 ปีที่แล้ว

    reminds me of the gerber armbar

  • @Bardwellbarbell
    @Bardwellbarbell ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is absolutely amazing. The signal is going on the Christmas list. For days when the skeletool's pliers won't be needed!

  • @srl0003
    @srl0003 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Check out the Gerber Armbar

    • @maxlvledc
      @maxlvledc  ปีที่แล้ว

      Did. Don't like it.

    • @srl0003
      @srl0003 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@maxlvledc why

  • @thomasbechard
    @thomasbechard ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love it! Where can I find the 3d part for the bit holder?

    • @maxlvledc
      @maxlvledc  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      www.shapeways.com/product/XWQ4HDCCT/leatherman-signal-bit-holders?optionId=149489294&li=more-from-shop

    • @thomasbechard
      @thomasbechard ปีที่แล้ว

      @@maxlvledc awesome! Thank you.

  • @xpndblhero5170
    @xpndblhero5170 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've been trying to collect a bunch of pieces from these and make my own but I'm having an issue w/ part compatibility and I don't have a 3D printer and a stack of washers or a different bolt looks bad.... I like this idea but I wish the company would give you the option to buy replacement parts so I can just buy this half and not have to buy the other parts I won't use.

  • @JacobiRoad
    @JacobiRoad ปีที่แล้ว

    This is brilliant. You should pitch this to Leatherman. Use your following, do a survey and show them the data. They could retail this product for 69-85 bucks and their manufacturer cost cant be more than 15 bucks.

    • @maxlvledc
      @maxlvledc  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They don't care..trust me

  • @tittymantommy474
    @tittymantommy474 ปีที่แล้ว

    you can do this with the surge too

    • @maxlvledc
      @maxlvledc  ปีที่แล้ว

      Technically most tools. But none are as easy to do and unfortunately as the signal.

  • @KanekiKen-lm1dl
    @KanekiKen-lm1dl ปีที่แล้ว

    I did that with my Charge TTI it’s just easier to carry everyday (and I don’t really use the piers everyday)

  • @BrandonGavin_EDC
    @BrandonGavin_EDC ปีที่แล้ว

    That Racoon is 🔥

  • @AndrewMJonesMusic
    @AndrewMJonesMusic ปีที่แล้ว

    I cart a Benchmade 940 and a Charge… I don’t need to do this but now I want to hahaha

  • @seansoobyiah9844
    @seansoobyiah9844 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a really good idea, sadly I need the pliers for event work more then any other tool. Kinda wish I could turn the pliers into snips only.

  • @5t4rw1nd
    @5t4rw1nd ปีที่แล้ว

    Lol. Did this same mod to Leatherman MUT.

  • @seb_the_guy11
    @seb_the_guy11 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What is the green letterman one called

  • @samcantu24
    @samcantu24 ปีที่แล้ว

    If it’s the only one to do this then it’s more of a reason now for me to add it to my gear list.

  • @Errcyco
    @Errcyco ปีที่แล้ว

    It’s a good idea.. anyone hating wishes they had the time money and skillset to pull it off.
    Who tf wouldn’t want that?? It’s like a 10x better Gerber armbar. Or like a locking, more durable Victorinox.
    I think ya done good 👍

  • @matte9161
    @matte9161 ปีที่แล้ว

    U can do the same with rev, sideclkick, Wingman, and wave. With Xiaomi ghk series and many more

    • @maxlvledc
      @maxlvledc  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, but all require 2 drivers. This can be done with one simple T10

  • @positiveinfinity6257
    @positiveinfinity6257 ปีที่แล้ว

    I miss my signal carried it everyday for about a year till it got stolen 😢

  • @danthaman8216
    @danthaman8216 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I thought it was pretty clever, i dont know if i would use it this way as i want to build an edc tool kit.

  • @jonathanacosta8684
    @jonathanacosta8684 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very creative

  • @BoxySonic
    @BoxySonic ปีที่แล้ว

    Very good thought process and tool but it doesn't make much sense to me since it was never very big or heavy in the first place

  • @lvr47
    @lvr47 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    is there a blade without the „saw“?

  • @drolretfa
    @drolretfa ปีที่แล้ว

    Hmmm,.. I have a MUT EOD just sitting around...

  • @davidhaas3111
    @davidhaas3111 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the idea and it makes a lot of sense. But there is just one problem… tip down carry 🤮. I joke, but it’s almost an ocd kinda thing for me at this point. I just can’t do it.

  • @pedrogenero4042
    @pedrogenero4042 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did it with my Leatherman Wingman.

  • @rendezvous5784
    @rendezvous5784 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Leatherman might want to consider making this Signal pocket knife…

  • @macgyverbryan1377
    @macgyverbryan1377 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'll be looking for a used signal so I can do this with. Even Leatherman has made half tools from their tools.

  • @thresher51
    @thresher51 ปีที่แล้ว

    may I please have one of those?

  • @BUZZKILLJRJR
    @BUZZKILLJRJR ปีที่แล้ว

    I know why because they make the ultimate (Swiss army knife) aka multi tool og pocket knifes. I still use the one every day now Multiforce because of all the reasons you mentioned here but on a budget.

  • @jonasfoellner5279
    @jonasfoellner5279 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I‘d never take apart my leather man but I get the merit. I‘d really love to know what that button lock folder was that you whipped out.

    • @maxlvledc
      @maxlvledc  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's a vosteed Racoon. Review coming Tuesday

    • @jonasfoellner5279
      @jonasfoellner5279 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@maxlvledc I never heard of that company. I just looked it up and was expecting to be disappointed but on paper this looks great. When I saw the price I almost bought it instantly. I’ll be waiting for your review

    • @maxlvledc
      @maxlvledc  ปีที่แล้ว

      @Jonas Foellner it's the best one I've seen so far.

    • @jonasfoellner5279
      @jonasfoellner5279 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@maxlvledc the best pocket folder or the best vosteed?

  • @tdro98
    @tdro98 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ok I kinda gets it but I won’t notice the difference and like to keep the pliers... tho my edc is a wingman - the knife... because Norwegian laws don’t also you to carry a knife around...🙃

  • @Johonavich49
    @Johonavich49 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a skeletool with broken pliers. Would I be able to unscrew that and just use half of the tool?

  • @groundfog
    @groundfog ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool video!

  • @bluesilly
    @bluesilly ปีที่แล้ว

    I wonder if you can modify and make use with the empty space inside it

    • @maxlvledc
      @maxlvledc  ปีที่แล้ว

      I was thinking a bit holder for 2x leatherman bits.

  • @saintapoc4031
    @saintapoc4031 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You need to figure out how to put a tool in there to use the pivot for the now-removed plier head

    • @maxlvledc
      @maxlvledc  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I was thinking 2x bit storage

  • @davewilliams3654
    @davewilliams3654 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you have a vid on how to modify it this way? Or a link with instructions 😁🙏

    • @maxlvledc
      @maxlvledc  ปีที่แล้ว

      um...I just showed it? im confused.

    • @davewilliams3654
      @davewilliams3654 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@maxlvledc sorry I should have elaborated a bit. I assume that model doesn't come with that blade etc. Was wandering if you had a long form vid of how to modify this model of Leatherman etc... By the way.. I've only subscribed to youh yesterday and you have replied to me twice. That's very refreshing.... It gives another level to your content.... Also want to say I love your content.... Been prepping and carrying various edc for a few years now, I'm surprised I haven't come across your content before. So hellok from the UK and keep up the amazing content!

  • @Weaver0x00
    @Weaver0x00 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you put tools on the other side as well? The shaft that holds the blade I mean

  • @gearsnstuff7330
    @gearsnstuff7330 ปีที่แล้ว

    I mean, it losses the pliers (Arguably the most important tool for people who carry Leathermen day-to-day) but I can see the appeal of it, although the weight of a leatherman isn't something I've ever been concerned with

  • @kennethwDavis-es1bg
    @kennethwDavis-es1bg ปีที่แล้ว

    That’s cool

  • @nathanbutcher1
    @nathanbutcher1 ปีที่แล้ว

    I did this in 2009 with a leatherman skeletool lol. Kind of, the jaws got snapped and I kept the broken side which basicly just had a knife and a couple small tools for years. I wonder what happened to it, it got lost along time ago.

  • @PureCellx
    @PureCellx 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is basically just a gerber armbar but bigger now

  • @JohnDoe-yg6ed
    @JohnDoe-yg6ed ปีที่แล้ว

    What’s the best leather man set to own? I’m looking to upgrade from my father n laws 1970’s leather man bc mainly
    I don’t want to destroy it with how much I actually use it day to day compared to how much he used it (already bench the flat head bits [2]) so I’m looking to upgrade so
    I can retire his to pass down to one of my boys and then what ever one I carry will go to the other. That all being said I have looked at the website multiple times and can’t seem to figure which is the best one to go with. I know what I like and use one for might differ from other people
    So I’m just looking for insight on which you consider the best

    • @maxlvledc
      @maxlvledc  ปีที่แล้ว

      #1 question..how are you going to carry it day to day?

  • @randomandology
    @randomandology ปีที่แล้ว

    cool

  • @Cavemanner
    @Cavemanner ปีที่แล้ว

    It's basically having a screwdriver with a locking blade on it. Idk why people are so incredulous, ok, maybe if you buy one specifically to do this to. But if you have a Signal lying around that you aren't using, this is a great trick.

  • @r.ordinary189
    @r.ordinary189 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    The one rule my stepfather taught me that I'll never forget.
    You don't f*** with a mans leatherman.

    • @billybob-gb6ol
      @billybob-gb6ol ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeesh theres a long list of stuff that seem a lot more important than that like don't point guns at anything you dont want shot or never trust a fart

  • @a3i3t
    @a3i3t ปีที่แล้ว +1

    And you should split a pliers to half too. That way you can use that empty upper space 🤭
    You can cut half of the wire each time.

  • @lawrencehubbard2985
    @lawrencehubbard2985 ปีที่แล้ว

    Question what about the Nextool or Sunbird add a SOG or Gerber tool with full 3D bits not flat bits?

  • @user-kj8li2fk8k
    @user-kj8li2fk8k ปีที่แล้ว

    Hm.. if i can find a second hand one for sale i might do this.

  • @johnkraemer5505
    @johnkraemer5505 ปีที่แล้ว

    A better and cheaper tool (in price) to modify is the one that you talked about before ….. The Ozark Trail Multiforce! One can’t beat the price or performance!

  • @nachocheese3382
    @nachocheese3382 ปีที่แล้ว

    It is cool but I'd have to figure out something to occupy that giant unutilized gap in the back where the pliers used to go.

  • @rhye_guy7717
    @rhye_guy7717 ปีที่แล้ว

    There was so much hate on the last video I found it ridiculous. My favorite one was the guy that said nobody is going to watch the video so why bother making it. People can be pretty dense sometimes, especially when trying to seem smart.

  • @jonahpace553
    @jonahpace553 ปีที่แล้ว

    Leatherman 300 and Zero Tolerance 0308blkts is all you need for daily carry.

  • @ShadowDaPk
    @ShadowDaPk ปีที่แล้ว

    Wait what knife was that at the beginning?

  • @EstebanN3
    @EstebanN3 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I just ordered a customized signal for this mod . How do i 3d print the the bit holder?

  • @williamyoung369
    @williamyoung369 ปีที่แล้ว

    Go get a Milwaukee 6in1. $20 bucks. Does the same thing. Utility knife + bit driver.

  • @NFK20-dc2cl
    @NFK20-dc2cl ปีที่แล้ว

    I still want a signal so baddd

  • @player-mv7th
    @player-mv7th ปีที่แล้ว

    Where did you get that part to keep bit drivers instead of the sharpener? Would like to have one myself

    • @maxlvledc
      @maxlvledc  ปีที่แล้ว

      It's from metrograde goods shapeways shop, put a link in description

  • @davidliftsheavycircles
    @davidliftsheavycircles ปีที่แล้ว

    If it had a better blade material I'd jump at this