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Leatherman Skeletool CX vs Leatherman Style
Leatherman Skeletool CX ($99.95) vs Leatherman Style (Retired) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right multi-tool.
Leatherman
Style
Retired
Vaulted, no longer sold
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Leatherman Skeletool CX | Leatherman Style |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99.95 | Retired |
| Weight | 142g | 23g |
| Tools | 7 | — |
| Weight | 142g | 23g (0.8 oz, Leatherman Retired Products page) |
| Handle | Carbon fiber + stainless | — |
| Clip | Carabiner | — |
| Blade | 154CM steel (CX version) | — |
| Pliers | Needle-nose + regular | — |
| Blade Length | — | 1.6 in / 4.1 cm |
| Closed Length | — | 2.3 in / 5.9 cm |
| Status | — | Retired 2020 |
Pros & Cons
Leatherman Skeletool CX
- 142g actually pocketable
- 154CM blade on CX is premium
- Carabiner integrates into carry
- 7 tools covers 95% of tasks
- Carbon fiber handle looks sharp
- $99.95 for a 7-tool
- No scissors
- Minimalism frustrates some
Leatherman Style
- Key-sized
- Four everyday features
- Retired, so it is no longer made or sold new
Leatherman Style is the better value at Retired. Both are part of our curated multi-tool index — tap through to check current pricing.