OUTDOORSWOMAN THAT I AM, I WAS PUMPED TO GET MY HANDS ON THE LEATHERMAN SIGNAL. This multitool was designed specifically for use in the woods but is versatile enough to function as an EDC as well. At 7.5 ounces, it’s only a couple ounces heavier than whatever folder pocketknife you’re likely carrying, but it has enough utility that you might opt to leave your regular blade at home (at least for shorter excursions).
Closed, the Signal is compact and feels nice in hand; open, the handles are narrow enough to be comfortable and effective. One of my favorite things about the Signal is that it comes in eight different color schemes, each more stylish than the last (dare I say Arc’teryx-stylish, even). Some people may not like that there are a few plastic bits on this model (each in a complementary color to the body), but I didn’t find that offensive.