How I Customized this Leatherman Squirt PS4

This project was exciting for me, since it is my first Leatherman build. I am pleased with how it turned out and already have ideas for my next Squirt project. But I am interested to hear your ideas of what you'd like to see on my next one.
My website:
f2scustoms.com/
My Instagram:
/ fit2survive_
Leatherman Squirt scales: www.shapeways....
Pivot barrels: www.knifekits....
Acid for etching: amzn.to/3QRH8AL
Diamond files: amzn.to/3xxSbbu
Music by: Bensound.com/royalty-free-music

[@tuckeyuk]

I'm very fond of my Squirt, I hope Leatherman haven't discontinued them

[@FittoSurvive]

They are a really nice multitool. Leatherman did discontinue them. 😣

[@Justjoshuanguyen]

@@FittoSurviveYou just devastated his life

[@FittoSurvive]

@@Justjoshuanguyen 😇

[@c.a.m.5948]

Great job! The bronze looks great with the acid etch. I was so looking forward to seeing you do a Leatherman squirt; it was well worth the wait.

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks! 👍🏻👍🏻 I am thrilled to hear that. 😁

[@mgtowanonymous3120]

​@@FittoSurvive my friend . Could u sell this stuff to me if I wanted to buy?? Or could u even sell me the screw set alone needed to swap it from the NON SCREWS (whatever those things are called?) To the SCREW version ??? I would REALLY like to buy an do this!!!! Please PLEEEEEASE respond ill check daily for ur response 🙏🙏🙏😎😎😎👍👍👍

[@FittoSurvive]

@@mgtowanonymous3120 Hey I just saw your message, I didn't see it before since it was under a different comment. Send me an email and I will get you some links. [e-mail]

[@christianmcbride9905]

Those brass scales look fantastic!

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks! 👍🏻😁

[@RpMcMurphy_]

I’d love to have one. It’s a shame it was discontinued. Maybe it will come back modified. Leatherman should take note.

[@FittoSurvive]

It is quite unfortunate that they discontinued them!

[@futuresonex]

Nice job! It looks great. I've always wanted a Leatherman Wave/Charge with a SAK awl on it. That's the one tool that model needs to be the nearly perfect outdoorsman's multi-tool.

[@FittoSurvive]

Thank you! I wonder how hard that would be to do... 🤔

[@futuresonex]

@@FittoSurvive I don't know. I've never had a Leatherman apart. I always wonder what would be the part to ditch in order to make space for the awl, the micro-bit driver or the medium screwdriver. The screwdriver would probably be the best choice. Since there is alrady a full-size bit-driver onboard it has less utility than the micro-bit driver.

[@FittoSurvive]

@@futuresonex Yes, the medium screwdriver does seem to be the most logical thing to replace.

[@futuresonex]

@@FittoSurvive The only thing I can remember using it for was to pry the lid off of a can of paint.

[@unfi6798]

It's amazing how you make it look so easy. It gives the tool character & definitely a collector's item. Reckon we could do something similar to our Gerber Vise. Cheers mate.

[@FittoSurvive]

Thank you! This project was actually super difficult for me. I had to do a lot of video editing to remove the excess struggle to get everything in place. 🤣🤣🤣

[@MeMe-cd1wy]

I would like to see you repair the scissors spring. Thousands of these pop up on EBay a very low cost because of the broken springs. That is why Leatherman discontinued PS4. They could not warranty the tool because of the faulty scissor springs.

[@FittoSurvive]

I tried to completely replace the Leatherman scissors with Victorinox scissors, but it wouldn't fit.

[@B_Well32]

Those scales are slick! Reminds me of the golden Bionicle

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks!

[@matthewstrunk605]

I did one of these a few years ago. Of course without the acid washed tools, which look awesome. Had to drill out the holes a little bit if I remember right with all the 3D printed scales from shapeways to make it work. Think yours went together quite a bit easier than mine.

[@FittoSurvive]

I used the diamond file to slightly widen the holes in the scales. Assembly was actually quite difficult. 😋 I think my next one will go smoother.

[@PupkinIvan]

Wow! @Leatherman, please, please, make this!

[@FittoSurvive]

😅👍🏻👍🏻

[@this.is.flyboy]

Awesome! Would love to to see more content on my all time fav multitool - Squirt PS4

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks. I am planning to build one with a scalpel.

[@paul_miller43]

This looks SICK!!! great mod and continue what you are doing

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks man! I'll do my best. 😁

[@brianbulag206]

Beautifully modified.

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks!!

[@Mrche626]

Great job, that is absolutely beautiful.

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks a bunch!

[@icephoenix1088]

Ive always wanted to see one of these taken apart. Ive always wanted to do a half mod on one of these. No pliers but all the tools in one half to minimize it. Ive seen it done with a micra but cant find it done to squirts.

[@FittoSurvive]

Interesting mod. Should be too difficult to do.

[@ashsmall8103]

u have now gone down a rabbit hole u once said u wouldnt haha. leatherman mods boutta get 2 a new level of interesting

[@FittoSurvive]

For sure! And now I have people who want to order one. 😋👍🏻

[@justinbarnett4054]

Love the color combo, excellent work. Thanks for sharing. Do you think a small Spyderco blade could replace the stock chisel ground Leatherman blade?

[@FittoSurvive]

I tested a couple of the smaller Spyderco blades, the Honeybee is way to small around the pivoting point and the ladybug is way too big. 😕 So, I have not come up with anything yet.

[@jeremiahbrady5296]

Bro you are a rock star, that was an inspired build! I may have to place my 2nd order from you! Very impressed Cody! 😁👏🙌

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks. 😊 Super excited to hear that. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@mgtowanonymous3120]

@@FittoSurvive any links to this and or somthin like it for the micrA? 8]]]]]

[@mgtowanonymous3120]

@@FittoSurvive and NOTHING on that website shows a SINGLE THING relating to a leatherman tool 8(

[@FittoSurvive]

@@mgtowanonymous3120 True, my website is geared towards custom Swiss Army Knives. This Leatherman Squirt mod was something like an experiment. If you send me a message (you can find links to message me on my website), I will get back to you with pricing for a Leatherman like this.

[@FittoSurvive]

@@mgtowanonymous3120 I have not done any mods on a Leatherman Micra yet.

[@runkurgan]

I think I need to stop drooling. Now let's see... should you put a scalpel blade in there, somehow? YES!

[@FittoSurvive]

I actually have a pretty solid plan to put a scalpel blade in the Squirt. So, it should be possible.

[@johnkraemer5505]

Awesome! The tool looks much better!

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks! I completely agree.

[@dmitriyzhuck2]

You’ve got it made!

[@FittoSurvive]

Yes, finally!

[@edgaraquino2324]

Very nice build! Perhaps we can nick-name the tool the f2s "geyser" as its much improved...;))) I like the contrast between the tools & the bronze scales...your next build might have stone washed acid etched tools, or in black...the scales might be in a shimmery blue or the brass "nugget" scales, both which you have shown us in other videos...Good job! P.S.- maybe the next build can be called the f2s "gusher" ;)) as it's bound to be a further progression in the look of the tool!...

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks. 😅 I like that "geyser". 😁 A stone wash would probably have been a better idea, it would have concealed the scuff marks. I like "gusher" too. 😂👍🏻

[@edgaraquino2324]

@@FittoSurvive good - o!

[@Wheres_Waldos_EDC]

That turned out amazing! Fantastic workmanship as always!

[@FittoSurvive]

Thank you! I appreciate it.

[@RidingKG]

Great looking mod. I really like the bronze and the black. Very, very, good looking mod. Your work is amazing. Maybe try some pearl handles. 😎

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks! I like how the colors turned out too. Pearl would be really interesting.

[@misterf302]

Great work! Greetings from Switzerland

[@FittoSurvive]

Thank you!

[@Caratal24]

Can you also customize signal? Or maybe charge tti? Those are my 2 fav multitools, I am curious, what you can do

[@FittoSurvive]

I am planning to mod either a Charge TTI or a Surge in the near future. 👍🏻😁

[@eradshahee1527]

Thank you so much. You have done very amazing work.

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks! I appreciate it.

[@ОСДОчевидноеСДивана]

Bronze scales look noble!

[@FittoSurvive]

Awesome. Thanks.

[@rob45x]

Great build. I have to commend your patience. A project like this would have sent me crazy and ended up in the trash hahah

[@FittoSurvive]

Thank you! 😅 There were a couple of times when my patience was wearing thin. 😋

[@monokalamos]

Does using a conical file to widen the holes cause any problems, like side-to-side play in the tool or making it point off-center when deployed? It must change the profile of the hole.

[@199Rudy]

Keep up the good work always kody my man

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks!

[@199Rudy]

@@FittoSurvive Anytime bro

[@TobyFireandSteel]

Another cool vid dude. Nice to see a leatherman done.. You don't see that a lot 👍🏻

[@FittoSurvive]

Thank you! Yeah, there are not that many Leatherman mods out there. I have had several people request one like this though.

[@maximesimard4988]

I Think this would be the best keychain tool if it had the victorinox scissors. To you think it's possible to fit them in there ?

[@FittoSurvive]

I tried to use the Victorinox scissors, but I couldn't get them to fit.

[@williamtallonneau877]

wonderfull job my only complain would be for the lack of markings on the scale

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks! You mean like a Maker's Mark? Or a Leatherman / Squirt mark? If the Leatherman mark, then I'd be concerned of getting legal troubles for using their name. Even though it's still a real Leatherman

[@williamtallonneau877]

@@FittoSurvive i think a 'Squirt' marking as on the charge tti would be great perhaps with the same font.

[@FittoSurvive]

@@williamtallonneau877 Yeah, that would be cool for sure.

[@LTSDK1]

Awesome job m8. Rly nice looking. Do a SOG Powerpint and I promise u youtube will go nutts

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks a bunch! OK, I'll look into that.

[@APT1995]

Se puede hacer con una leatherman Rev?

[@jeremyfitzgerald4539]

Enjoyed the video and the thinking that contributed to the mod. I’m a big fan of the Squirt, have carried one almost daily since July 2010. I fell like the antique look world make sense for mine. Have you done anything with the Gerber Dime? Say what you will about Gerber, but the Dime is a comparable tool….tweezers…good add. Might be something there.

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the video. I have. It done anything with the Gerber Dime yet. Adding tweezers to the Squirt would be really cool.

[@MP-qt2zd]

would love to see you customize a squirt or micra with the rare wire strippers (ES4 I think, and they are more common in Japan)

[@FittoSurvive]

Yeah, I really need to get me hands on one of the ES4. It'd make a great mod.

[@josegallegos126]

IF i may challenge to see PS4 pliers, file, 58mm Sak philips, your signature 58mm sak saw Spyderco blade, 58mm scissors, tweezers and straight pin to finish it off. acid etched of course black OR copper scales... SIGN ME UPPP!!

[@FittoSurvive]

That would be really awesome. I'll have to see what I can come up with.

[@gasrrier1719]

Awesome job! i was wondering if is it possible to put the phillips screwdriver and the scissors from the 58mm victorinox and also the scalpel from nitecore on the Squirt PS4

[@FittoSurvive]

The philips and scissors are definitely too small. I looked into that. But the Nitecore scalpel should work on the Squirt.

[@willienelsongonzalez4609]

Damn! That is well and truly sick!

[@FittoSurvive]

Thank you!

[@arturozi4476]

Spydermanox Squibeenox challenge -> Squirt pliers and file, HONEYBEE blade, Rambler scissors and bottle opener with phillips screwdriver 😁 🙃 PS Plus some flat head screwdriver (Squirt file mod? 🤔)

[@FittoSurvive]

Sounds like quite the challenge. I'll have to look into that.

[@Grayson_Baker]

Oh wow, this is amazing. I have been wondering how you could customise the PS4. I want to remove the drivers and replace them with the minichamp screwdriver/wirestripper/bottle opener and switch the knife to a spyderco blade,

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks! Sounds like an exciting project.

[@joostwestra]

Do you think it is possible to merge parts from a 58mm victorinox and for example this leatherman squirt in an easy way? Maybe use victorinox springs?

[@FittoSurvive]

The frame and spring system on the Squirt is significantly different from a SAK, so I do not think thts you could. I wanted to fit scissors from a 58mm SAK into the Squirt but it was way too small to even try. The pivot barrels on the squirt are almost larger than the pivot area available on the 58mm tools.

[@joostwestra]

@@FittoSurvive Thank you for the extensive answer! I can indeed imagine that the pivot size alone already is problematic.

[@FittoSurvive]

@@joostwestra You are welcome.

[@dlajb]

Pretty awesome Cody! I wonder if you could replace the blade with a Scalpel holder, even if most likely wouldn't fold with the scalpel in place, but definetly would be an interesting addition to it.

[@FittoSurvive]

Thank you! I actually messed around with the idea of replacing the scissors with a scalpel holder. Looks like that would be feasible

[@dlajb]

@@FittoSurvive that's awesome, do you think it's possible to add one of the Havalon ones, or would have to be a smaller one, the Nitecore one you used on that 58mm beast? (which imo was far more interesting than the Titan you posted ).

[@FittoSurvive]

@@dlajb It would have to be a smaller scalpel holder. The Nitecore NTK05 should fit. The Havalon scalpels are too large.

[@dlajb]

@@FittoSurvive thanks for the answer. Yeah that's what I thought would be the case.

[@FittoSurvive]

@@dlajb You are welcome!

[@KungFuTweety1]

VERY COOL! I would like scale tools pen Tweezers pin pen Ferro rod added to a ps4 like a sak manager with pliers....

[@FittoSurvive]

I see what you mean. 🤔 The tweezers could definitely be done. The rest would require some extra work and experimenting.

[@KungFuTweety1]

@@FittoSurvive the quest for the elusive perfect micro edc...lol... thanks for replying! Really appreciate your videos! I recently modified my sak manager by laser engraving the back of the nail file flat driver with a 4cm ruler like the mini champ... worked out well.

[@georgelimoncello5874]

I've seen many of your customization videos. I really like what you do! May I ask you why do you make all parts black by etching them?

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks! Glad. To hear that. I usually etch the parts black just for the looks.

[@JamesThomas-ur3cr]

Your "stone" wash method is so simple love it! Is this the aluminum wash? What do you put in for media and liquid?

[@FittoSurvive]

It really is simple, almost primitive... 😅 This is what I call a brass wash. I used brass trimmings from disassembled Swiss Army Knives and a bit of water.

[@РусланТионов]

Good day Sir. Could you please help me, where i can buy the glides (onlay) on the knive tool shown in this video . I will be very grateful for any informtion on that glides. Best wishes Ruslan.

[@FittoSurvive]

Hello. Search for "Victorinox Precious Alox" in Google. You should be able to find them fairly easily. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@realm3drifter]

Omg! You did it again! 😍

[@FittoSurvive]

😅 Thanks a bunch!

[@TheFrozenBanana]

Does the acid etching damage the finish? Like are the tools more likely to rust now?

[@FittoSurvive]

The acid etching does not damage the finish. But it can be scuffed.

[@davidsiegel9847]

Lovely!

[@FittoSurvive]

Thank you!

[@preppingpenguin]

Awesome! Will this be soon an option to order on your site custom as I am looking to have a titanium micro multitool just like that if you have those kind of scales available.

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks. I will probably start accepting orders for the custom Squirt soon. I have not found any titanium scales for the Leatherman yet.

[@daniel9x19]

Very nice work!

[@FittoSurvive]

Thank you!

[@brikinahonix]

I prefer acid wash on Ti but awesome job 😎

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks!

[@cafeguz]

Great custom!!!

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks a bunch!

[@alkop]

Well done, as always! Thanks for the great content!

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks a bunch! Glad that you enjoyed it!

[@frankysour]

Great stuff!! Very nicely done......

[@FittoSurvive]

Thank you! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@frankysour]

@@FittoSurvive ow and... Great the replacement of pins with threaded barrels... I think also the swiss army knives would deserve this, however... Unsure about the dimensions, and how much should be filed off the holes of the tools...

[@FittoSurvive]

@@frankysour Yes, the pivot barrels and torx screws are a great advantage. Some of the Swiss Army Knives can be swapped over too.

[@calebhugill3834]

That screwdriver used in the assembly, what is it? I really like the concept and would add to my daily kit. Sweet little mod you did, I have a leatherman style cs and love the scissor main, never thought of stripping it down but I’m excited to realize I can make it last forever. Discontinued now and I love it too much.

[@FittoSurvive]

Here's a link to that screwdriver set. Glad to hear that enjoyed the mod! It is unfortunate that they discontinued the Squirt.

[@calebhugill3834]

Not seeing the link?

[@FittoSurvive]

@@calebhugill3834 Yep, forgot to paste it. 😋 amzn.to/3C5CRnZ

[@ryanlavallee6342]

Could the style ps get modded as well. That one has tweezers in it already

[@FittoSurvive]

I have not seen any custom scales for the Style. But I have seen a way to add the tweezers to the Squirt.

[@PmoneyBuilds]

Can you do a pliers based Leatherman micra with outside facing tools because they discontinued the squirt😢

[@FittoSurvive]

I haven't looked into that yet. It is very unfortunate that they are discontinuing the Squirt.

[@PmoneyBuilds]

@@FittoSurvive Yes it is. I wanted to get one, but I’ll probably snag one off of eBay.

[@FittoSurvive]

@@PmoneyBuilds Yeah, looks like that's the only option for a while. I've heard a rumor about Leatherman making a 4rth generation Squirt... But just rumors for now.

[@PmoneyBuilds]

@@FittoSurvive I hope so. If they don’t make another squirt, maybe they are making a new mini tool line. Maybe a micra redesign 🤔

[@FittoSurvive]

@@PmoneyBuilds That would be cool too.

[@ethansprengel2166]

Very cool man its nice to figure out a way to fix things I was just thinking how difficult it would be to repair the ps4 so great video answered all my questions. Maybe where do you get the screws and pivot things? Gonna need to get some

[@poonbandit9924]

What brand is the screwdriver you’re using for assembly?

[@FittoSurvive]

Here's a link to the screwdriver kit. amzn.to/3G5nAHa

[@gizmocarr3093]

Well done.🙂

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks!! 👍🏻😎🔥

[@twedipops]

id like tosee a 58mm sak with the squirt file

[@FittoSurvive]

Shouldn't be too difficult to do.

[@MrLuca89or]

Very very cool man! Do you sell it? Cause on your website I didn't found it

[@FittoSurvive]

Thank you. I don't have the Leathermans posted to my website. But if you contact me (links on my website), I can give you a quote for a custom Squirt.

[@stefan6316]

Uh, lot of work, as always! But new terrain! Love seeing more Multitools than vics. Maybe you manage to do a spiderman😂 Think you know what I'm talking about😉

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks! Ha! Yes, Spyderman... I get it. 😂👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 I haven't found one to fit just yet, but if I do, I know what to name it now. 😋

[@poppincam]

What is the black part of the tool made from ?

[@FittoSurvive]

The solid black part is plastic. It catches the tip of the scissors is all.

[@kesymaru]

will this build be available on your website? i definitely would buy a custom leatheman squirt PS4

[@FittoSurvive]

I may start accepting orders for custom Leatherman Squirts.

[@MeMe-cd1wy]

Is it possible to repair spring on scissors (if broken)while you have it apart?

[@FittoSurvive]

I could replace the spring if I had a spare. But I don't think I could "repair" the spring.

[@davem.2191]

Could you do a pocket clip mod for the Squirt ps4? Please & thanks.

[@davem.2191]

I was also wondering if you could somehow fit some tweezers into the mix? Thanks.

[@FittoSurvive]

The pocket clip would be a bit difficult, but maybe possible. Tweezers could be fitted. 👍🏻

[@lordgrinz]

Is it possible to add a set of victorinox scissors to a PS4? Either way with the PS4 discontinued, you may have everyone knocking at your door for a custom rebuild ;-)

[@FittoSurvive]

I looked in to that. I couldn't find a way to do it back then, but it's been a while. Maybe I should take another look at it.

[@ЯрославШинкаренко-ш5ь]

What is the diameter of the original rivet on leatherman squirt ps4?

[@FittoSurvive]

Seems like it is a 0.125 inch.

[@barankin]

Perfect...

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks!

[@Sebas_Parodi]

I want to buy this one! I use the ps4 EDC.

[@FittoSurvive]

Send me a message, we can arrange something for you. I have links for contacting me on my website: www.f2scustoms.com

[@jameswoll]

Would you ever mask off the entire back part of the tools when etching, for smooth operation when deploying them? I think it could help with snap if the part of the tool interfacing with the back springs remained polished.

[@FittoSurvive]

I don't mask it off. Instead, I use nail polish. You can see this on the pivoting section of the tools before I acid etch them.

[@jameswoll]

@@FittoSurvive I understand, you’re masking it off with the nail polish, that’s what I mean. Should you also nail polish the part of the blade that interfaces with the back spring, and not just the pivot area. Likewise, you also might want to mask off the back spring then too.

[@FittoSurvive]

@@jameswoll I did "mask" the spring but not the back part of the blade that runs against the spring because it would stand out quite a bit.

[@jameswoll]

@@FittoSurvive Mmm, I see. I did think it might look weird. But it certainly might feel better! Anyway, this build looks sick of course, bro! I appreciate your work and am actually quite inspired by your somewhat chipper, patient, straightforward, zero-hesitation approach to all the intricacies of these builds, from reshaping tools, to etching... it's the full-force. 👍Very cool.

[@FittoSurvive]

@@jameswoll Thanks a bunch! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@jonathanistalkin]

does the overall thickness stay the same? I have a 3d printed sheath for waist carry and was wondering if the dimension changes.

[@FittoSurvive]

The brass scales are a bit thicker than the original ones. So, I would have to say that it probably would not fit.

[@michaelk487]

Cool😀😀😀😀

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks.

[@Joinordie718]

Do you make these to buy? Thanks

[@FittoSurvive]

I will probably start accepting orders.

[@javier-wp1op]

Que chulada de modificación

[@FittoSurvive]

Gracias

[@enriqueleon6493]

Wow! Beautiful work as usual! Is this one for sale?

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks! I haven't decided yet what to do with it. Debating between keeping it or selling/auctioning it.

[@РусланТионов]

👍🏻 For sale? If so? How much does it cost?

[@FittoSurvive]

This one is not for sale. But a build like this will cost around $320.

[@РусланТионов]

@@FittoSurvive Great job! 👍 I'll have enough money, I'll place an order)

[@FittoSurvive]

@@РусланТионов Thanks!

[@maxseryh4239]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@FittoSurvive]

👍🏻😎🔥

[@deemstyle]

Am I reading it right that you etched each piece for 3.5 mins?

[@FittoSurvive]

Yes, that is correct.

[@Brad_Jenkins]

I want a toothpick!

[@FittoSurvive]

Might be possible to add one.

[@Brad_Jenkins]

@@FittoSurvive Can you buy toothpicks?

[@FittoSurvive]

@@Brad_Jenkins For the Leatherman Squirt I would probably have to make/modify one. Maybe from a 58mm Victorinox.

[@hyund9i]

no spydersquit?

[@FittoSurvive]

I tried... There wasn't enough metal on the Spyderco to work with. But, it looks like I will be able to place a Nitecore scalpel in the squirt.

[@alexgloba9.90]

What about copper?

[@FittoSurvive]

Seems like there was an option with copper accents.

[@TheSus1sOut]

The process triggered me

[@FittoSurvive]

@@TheSus1sOut Hmmm... Good or bad? 😅

[@TheSus1sOut]

@@FittoSurvive it was awesome🤟

[@DeconstructedWithJosh]

Beautiful build! What size pivot barrels and torx screws did you use? Also, seems like there's space for a straight pin, maybe even tweezers: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nnOlg3-ClJtrbdk

[@FittoSurvive]

Thank you! I used a 0.125" pivot barrels. There should be a link to then in the description of the video.