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Leatherman Signal vs Leatherman Genus
Leatherman Signal ($130) vs Leatherman Genus (Retired) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right multi-tool.
Leatherman
Genus
Retired
Vaulted, no longer sold
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Leatherman Signal | Leatherman Genus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $130 | Retired |
| Weight | 213g | 318g |
| Tools | 19 | — |
| Unique | Ferro rod + whistle + sharpener | — |
| Weight | 213g | 318g (11.2 oz, Leatherman Retired Products page) |
| Steel | 420HC | — |
| Clip | Removable pocket clip | — |
| WR | Weather-resistant | — |
| 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 Genus
- Landscaping multi-tool
- Gardening and pruning use
- Retired, so it is no longer made or sold new
Leatherman Genus 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.