Shipping is free. It is also compatible with the bit kit accessory. The Skeletool CX measures in at a closed length of 4 inches and a weight of 5.08 ounces. The carbon fiber is purely decorative as it saves nothing on weight. 28 replies on “Tool and EDC Review: Leatherman Skeletool CX Multitool” Milkman4279 says: May 5, 2020 at 6:47 am @9:33 I've heard if you put the plier head in the handle, when you're using the driver bit, it's a little easier. Mini rant/review of the Leatherman Skeletool CX for edc. It should be noted that each “piece” is two-sided, so the 21-piece set covers 42-tools. A little background. The Skeletool CX has only the most necessary of multitool features, because sometimes that's all you need. The hunt for the perfect EDC this or that is always a struggle for me. Nevertheless, both Leatherman Skeletool and Leatherman Skeletool CX are still very lightweight and portable. Most of these weight savings can be attributed to the tool selection (which we’ll talk about farther down), but the skeletonized, asymmetrical frame is also partially responsible. Leatherman Skeletool CX is an everyday carry multitool. The replaceable blades are the same one used on the heavy-duty Surge so you can use them all you want and replace the blades if they get damaged. Among the full-size award-winning tools, the next heaviest tool is 136% the weight of the Skeletool. With a 154CM stainless steel blade, pliers, bit driver, pocket clip, and carabiner/bottle opener, … The Leatherman Wingman is a great all around multitool for those who dont want to shell out $100+ for some of the others on this list. The Skeletool Original, Skeletool CX, and Skeletool RX each have slightly different tool loadouts. It is not even close. Moving back in time you had the Skeletool SX, then Skeletool CX and then the original plainly named Skeletool. I have owned a total of 3 of them, including the skeletool. Let's get one thing out in the open, I love leatherman tools. ... By far Leatherman’s most popular and highly-lauded offering, the Wave Plus is a fan-favorite in every venue from EDC, to mechanics, to outdoorsmen, and more. They all have their roles, but the Skeletool is the ideal lightweight EDC. The Skeletool CX wire cutters are forged with the pliers head and have small 5/32″ blades while the FREE P2 uses 154CM replaceable steel blades that are 1/4″ long. This leather EDC pocket organizer is at a great price point and can stash quite a few items. Many EDCers have discovered the practical size and utility of Leatherman's Skeletool CX, making it one of the most popular full-sized multi-tools over the past few years. NetRush via Amazon.com has Leatherman Skeletool 7-in-1 All-Purpose Multi-Tool (830846) on sale for $47.95. Of all the multi-tools we tried, the Skeletool CX is the one we kept reaching for long after testing concluded. Leatherman Skeletool RX Multi-Tool. The build quality of this tool is amazing and can stand up to more expensive tools no problem. Fortunately, I've been using what I think is a near perfect EDC knife / tool for years now - the Leatherman Skeletool. I think it is a perfect EDC multi-tool. The CX has carbon fiber scales, while the other version has steel pieces in their place. Speaking of multi tools – many people have been able to fit the Leatherman Skeletool CX, Kershaw Launch, Gerber Dime and a few other tools with ease. The Leatherman Skeletool CX is the ideal multi-tool for casual Every Day Carry (EDC) or EDC enthusiasts who are looking to invest in a compact size, reliable and lightweight multi-tool. You can easily carry them around, and the carabiner is especially very useful for attaching your other EDC tools. 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