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Leatherman Signal vs Leatherman Core
Leatherman Signal ($130) vs Leatherman Core (Retired) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right multi-tool.
Leatherman
Core
Retired
Vaulted, no longer sold
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Leatherman Signal | Leatherman Core |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $130 | Retired |
| Weight | 213g | 307g |
| Tools | 19 | — |
| Unique | Ferro rod + whistle + sharpener | — |
| Weight | 213g | 307g (10.8 oz, Leatherman Retired Products page) |
| Steel | 420HC | — |
| Clip | Removable pocket clip | — |
| WR | Weather-resistant | — |
| Blade Length | — | 3.2 in / 8.1 cm |
| Closed Length | — | 4.5 in / 11.5 cm |
| Status | — | Retired |
Pros & Cons
Leatherman Signal
- Ferro rod built-in unique
- Emergency whistle integrated
- Diamond sharpener always available
- Best outdoor multi-tool spec
- Removable clip versatile
- 213g heaviest Leatherman here
- Outdoor tools less useful urban
- $130 niche purchase
Leatherman Core
- 4.5 inch closed length
- Built for heavy jobs
- Retired, so it is no longer made or sold new
Leatherman Core is the better value at Retired. If weight matters most, Leatherman Signal carries lighter at 213g. Both are part of our curated multi-tool index — tap through to check current pricing.