# SOG Paratool

> Specification from MultiToolDB: https://www.multitooldb.com/sog/paratool/. 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.

The Paratool uses a folding needlenose plier head that can work between 140 and 180 degrees for access in confined spaces. The 176 g, 14-function stainless multitool includes separate plain and serrated blades, file, awl, openers, drivers and ruler, with a nylon pouch.

## Specifications

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Manufacturer | SOG |
| Product family | Paratool |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Manufacturer item number | not verified |
| Release year | not verified |
| Country of manufacture | not verified |
| Weight | 176 g (6.2 oz) |
| Closed length | 109.2 mm (4.30 in) |
| Open length | 162.6 mm (6.40 in) |
| Width | not verified |
| Thickness | not verified |
| Tool count (manufacturer) | 14 |
| MSRP (USD) | not verified |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty |

## Tools

As the manufacturer lists them, in their order (the manufacturer counts 14):

- Multi-Angle Needle Nose Pliers
- 3-Sided File
- Awl
- Bolt Grip Channel
- Bottle Opener
- Can Opener
- Full Serrated Blade
- Slotted Screwdrivers (S/M/L)
- Phillips Screwdriver
- Ruler
- Straight Edge Blade

## Knife

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Blade steel | 420 stainless steel |
| Blade length | not verified |
| Edge | not verified |
| Blade profile | not verified |
| Blade locks | not verified |
| One-hand opening | not verified |
| Opens with the tool closed | not verified |

## Pliers

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Type | needlenose |
| Wire cutters | not verified |
| Replaceable cutters | not verified |
| Hard-wire cutters | not verified |
| Crimper | not verified |

## Carry

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Pocket clip | not verified |
| Lanyard attachment | not verified |
| Sheath included | yes |

## Sources

- Production status: [Manufacturer page](https://www.sogknives.com/disc-product-info/), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-01. SOG lists model S31-N in its discontinued-product archive.
- Weight: [Manufacturer manual](https://www.sogknives.com/content/discontinued/sellsheets/SOG_S31-N_sellsheet.docx), manufacturer manual, checked 2026-09-01. Converted from 6.2 oz and rounded to the nearest gram.
- Closed length: [Manufacturer manual](https://www.sogknives.com/content/discontinued/sellsheets/SOG_S31-N_sellsheet.docx), manufacturer manual, checked 2026-09-01. Converted from 4.3 inches.
- Open length: [Manufacturer manual](https://www.sogknives.com/content/discontinued/sellsheets/SOG_S31-N_sellsheet.docx), manufacturer manual, checked 2026-09-01. Converted from 6.4 inches.
- Manufacturer tool count: [Manufacturer manual](https://www.sogknives.com/content/discontinued/sellsheets/SOG_S31-N_sellsheet.docx), manufacturer manual, checked 2026-09-01. SOG states 14 total components.
- Tool list: [Manufacturer manual](https://www.sogknives.com/content/discontinued/sellsheets/SOG_S31-N_sellsheet.docx), manufacturer manual, checked 2026-09-01. Mapped from the official tool list; three slotted-driver sizes share one comparison category.
- Blade steel: [Manufacturer manual](https://www.sogknives.com/content/discontinued/sellsheets/SOG_S31-N_sellsheet.docx), manufacturer manual, checked 2026-09-01. Press sheet specifies 420 stainless steel for the tool.
- Pliers type: [Manufacturer manual](https://www.sogknives.com/content/discontinued/sellsheets/SOG_S31-N_sellsheet.docx), manufacturer manual, checked 2026-09-01. Official tool list names multi-angle needlenose pliers.
- Sheath included: [Manufacturer manual](https://www.sogknives.com/content/discontinued/sellsheets/SOG_S31-N_sellsheet.docx), manufacturer manual, checked 2026-09-01. Press sheet states that a nylon carry pouch is included.
- Warranty: [Manufacturer page](https://www.sogknives.com/lifetime-warranty/), manufacturer page, checked 2026-09-30. Page states: "SOG products are covered by a Limited Lifetime Warranty."

## Not verified

No source confirmed these fields, so they are left blank rather than estimated: Release year, Country of manufacture, Width, Thickness, Blade length, Edge type, Blade profile, Blade locking, One-hand opening, Outside-accessible blade, Wire cutters, Replaceable cutters, Hard-wire cutters, Crimper, Pocket clip, Lanyard attachment, MSRP (USD).