# Leatherman Skeletool CX

> Specification from MultiToolDB: https://www.multitooldb.com/leatherman/skeletool-cx/. Every value cites a source below. A value marked "not verified" could not be checked against any source; it does not mean the tool lacks the feature. Last verified 2026-09-30. Quote any figure with a link to this page. The data as a whole is licensed CC BY-NC 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/); commercial reuse needs a separate licence from contact@strtly.com.

A 142 g seven-tool frame cut back to pliers, wire cutters, a bit driver and a 66 mm 154CM blade, with two bits stored in the handle. The blade runs 58-60 HRC against the 55-59 HRC of the 420HC used across most of the range. Its cutters are not the replaceable inserts fitted to the Wave Plus and Surge.

## Specifications

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Manufacturer | Leatherman |
| Product family | Skeletool |
| Status | In production |
| Manufacturer item number | not verified |
| Release year | not verified |
| Country of manufacture | not verified |
| Weight | 142 g (5.0 oz) |
| Closed length | 101.6 mm (4.00 in) |
| Open length | 152.4 mm (6.00 in) |
| Width | 31.5 mm (1.24 in) |
| Thickness | 13.2 mm (0.52 in) |
| Tool count (manufacturer) | 7 |
| MSRP (USD) | $99.95 |
| Warranty | 25-year warranty |

## Tools

As the manufacturer lists them, in their order (the manufacturer counts 7):

- Needlenose Pliers
- Regular Pliers
- Wire Cutters
- Hard-wire Cutters
- 154CM Knife
- Carabiner/Bottle Opener
- Large Bit Driver

## Knife

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Blade steel | 154CM stainless steel |
| Blade length | 66 mm (2.60 in) |
| Edge | plain |
| Blade profile | Modified Drop Point |
| Blade locks | yes |
| One-hand opening | yes |
| Opens with the tool closed | yes |

## Pliers

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Type | needlenose and regular |
| Wire cutters | yes |
| Replaceable cutters | no |
| Hard-wire cutters | yes |
| Crimper | not verified |

## Carry

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Pocket clip | yes |
| Lanyard attachment | not verified |
| Sheath included | no |

## In the box

As listed for SKU 833550.

- Bit: Phillips #1 & #2
- Bit: Screwdriver 1/4" & 3/16"

## What reviewers and owners report

From 7 independent reviewers across 7 sources, gathered 2026-09-28. A point counts as recurring when two or more reviewers make it. These are opinions with a count, kept apart from the specifications.

Praised:

- Pocket clip allows for comfortable and secure carry (5 reviewers, youtube and reddit): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPKRDnAUZ2o, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGzaY2m2vf4, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dshOsAmO5ic, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KqRUqbGT_Ig, https://reddit.com/r/multitools/comments/1plvh0a/lost_my_skeletool_cx/
- Blade steel is 154CM and holds an edge well (4 reviewers, youtube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CS7j_LWIz70, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPKRDnAUZ2o, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZqqRxnK1pIw, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KqRUqbGT_Ig
- One-handed opening and closing mechanism works well (4 reviewers, youtube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CS7j_LWIz70, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPKRDnAUZ2o, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZqqRxnK1pIw, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dshOsAmO5ic
- Tool is lightweight and slim for easy carry (4 reviewers, youtube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPKRDnAUZ2o, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGzaY2m2vf4, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZqqRxnK1pIw, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dshOsAmO5ic
- Overall build quality, fit, finish, and materials are high (4 reviewers, youtube and reddit): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZqqRxnK1pIw, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dshOsAmO5ic, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KqRUqbGT_Ig, https://reddit.com/r/multitools/comments/1plvh0a/lost_my_skeletool_cx/
- Bit driver has a secure retention system preventing loss (3 reviewers, youtube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CS7j_LWIz70, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZqqRxnK1pIw, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KqRUqbGT_Ig
- Pliers are strong, precise, and comfortable to use (3 reviewers, youtube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGzaY2m2vf4, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZqqRxnK1pIw, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KqRUqbGT_Ig
- Liner lock is secure and functions reliably (2 reviewers, youtube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CS7j_LWIz70, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPKRDnAUZ2o
- Carabiner clip serves as a bottle opener (2 reviewers, youtube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPKRDnAUZ2o, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZqqRxnK1pIw
- Ergonomics and handling comfort are good (2 reviewers, youtube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGzaY2m2vf4, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KqRUqbGT_Ig
- Aesthetic appearance and design are attractive (2 reviewers, youtube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZqqRxnK1pIw, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dshOsAmO5ic
- Tool is suitable for everyday carry and general use (2 reviewers, youtube and reddit): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPKRDnAUZ2o, https://reddit.com/r/multitools/comments/1plvh0a/lost_my_skeletool_cx/
- Overall positive impression of the tool (2 reviewers, youtube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CS7j_LWIz70, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGzaY2m2vf4

Criticised:

- Price is high relative to function or competitors (3 reviewers, youtube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CS7j_LWIz70, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dshOsAmO5ic, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KqRUqbGT_Ig
- Pocket clip orientation causes pocket folding or sits poorly (2 reviewers, youtube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CS7j_LWIz70, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KqRUqbGT_Ig
- Screwdriver function is awkward, tricky, or weak (2 reviewers, youtube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CS7j_LWIz70, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KqRUqbGT_Ig

Problems owners reported with their own tool on Reddit. A count of distinct owners who posted about it, not a failure rate:

- Pliers broke, bent or went loose (6 owners): https://reddit.com/r/Leatherman/comments/1vjxjpk/im_content_with_my_leatherman_collection/, https://reddit.com/r/Leatherman/comments/1ub2ppy/broken_skeletool_cx_advice/, https://reddit.com/r/Leatherman/comments/1slie39/skeletool_cx_bent_from_bit_driver_use/, https://reddit.com/r/Leatherman/comments/1p426k8/really_impressed_with_leathermans_warranty_service/, https://reddit.com/r/Leatherman/comments/17capjf/skeletool_20/, https://reddit.com/r/Leatherman/comments/bj3wfr/shortterm_free_p2_review_from_a_longtime/
- Rust or corrosion (5 owners): https://reddit.com/r/Leatherman/comments/1t0jmnm/how_to_remove_rust/, https://reddit.com/r/Leatherman/comments/1lh1tvx/leatherman_skeletool_cx_rust/, https://reddit.com/r/Leatherman/comments/1ehpexm/exchange_for_another_model/, https://reddit.com/r/multitools/comments/15hc0ek/remove_rust_from_skeletool_cx/, https://reddit.com/r/Leatherman/comments/p1ak1a/is_my_multitool_rusting_already_skeletool_cx/
- Pocket clip broke, loosened or fell off (3 owners): https://reddit.com/r/Leatherman/comments/1mvttau/warranty_question/, https://reddit.com/r/Leatherman/comments/10npwnq/skeletool_cx_pocket_clip_removal/, https://reddit.com/r/Leatherman/comments/8iu6ev/skeletool_cx_bent_pocket_clip/

## Sources

- Weight: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Leatherman publishes 5 oz; converted at 28.349523125 g/oz.
- Closed length: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Leatherman publishes 4 in. Leatherman publishes imperial only; converted at 25.4 mm/in.
- Open length: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Leatherman publishes 6 in. Leatherman publishes imperial only; converted at 25.4 mm/in.
- Width: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Leatherman publishes 1.24 in. Leatherman publishes imperial only; converted at 25.4 mm/in.
- Thickness: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Leatherman publishes 0.52 in overall thickness. Leatherman publishes imperial only; converted at 25.4 mm/in.
- Manufacturer tool count: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Leatherman states a tool count of 7.
- Tool list: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-08-26. Mapped from the manufacturer tool list on the product page; manufacturer wording and order are preserved.
- Tool list: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-10-03. Phillips screwdriver from the included bits: Phillips #1 & #2; Screwdriver 1/4" & 3/16"
- Blade steel: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Product page specification "Blade Material: 154CM Stainless Steel".
- Blade steel: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-08-26. States 154CM Stainless Steel, which differs from the accepted value. Disagrees with the accepted value "154CM stainless steel". Page states: "Blade Material 
154CM Stainless Steel"
- Blade length: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Leatherman publishes a primary blade length of 2.6 in. Leatherman publishes imperial only; converted at 25.4 mm/in.
- MSRP (USD): [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. List price on leatherman.com, USD.
- Production status: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-08-26. Listed and in the current catalogue on leatherman.com.
- Sheath included: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Product description states "Sheath sold separately."
- Pocket clip: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Listed as a product feature: "Replaceable Pocket Clip".
- Replaceable cutters: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-08-26. Tool list names plain "Wire Cutters" and "Hard-wire Cutters", not the "Premium Replaceable" cutters Leatherman names on the Wave Plus, Rebar, Surge and Super Tool 300.
- Country of manufacture: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-28. States USA, which differs from the accepted value. Page states: "Made in the USA -" Site-wide footer text, printed on every page of the site; not a statement about this product. Refused 2026-09-30.
- Edge type: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Page states: "Blade Edge
Plain"
- Blade locking: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Page states: "Blade Lock 
Yes"
- One-hand opening: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Page states: "One-hand Operable Features
Open and use features with one hand, keeping your other hand free when you need it most."
- Outside-accessible blade: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-08-26. Page states: "Outside-Accessible Features
Access essential tools without opening the multi-tool, even while it remains folded."
- Wire cutters: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Page states: "03 Wire Cutters"
- Hard-wire cutters: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Page states: "04 Hard-wire Cutters"
- Blade profile: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-01. Official specification states 'Blade Type: Modified Drop Point'.
- Pliers type: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Official tool list includes both needlenose and regular pliers.
- Included bits: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Page states: "Included Bits * Phillips #1 & #2 * Screwdriver 1/4" & 3/16""
- Warranty: [Manufacturer page](https://www.leatherman.com/products/skeletool-cx), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Page states: "That’s why we offer our 25-year warranty, so you can be confident your Leatherman lasts for a lifetime."

## Not verified

No source confirmed these fields, so they are left blank rather than estimated: Release year, Lanyard attachment, Crimper, Country of manufacture.