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Leatherman Skeletool CX vs Leatherman Wingman
Leatherman Skeletool CX ($105) vs Leatherman Wingman ($49.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right multi-tool.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Leatherman Skeletool CX | Leatherman Wingman |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $105 | $49.95 |
| Weight | 142g | 198g |
| Tools | 7 | — |
| Weight | 142g | 7 oz / 198 g (leatherman.com) |
| Handle | Carbon fiber + stainless | — |
| Clip | Carabiner | — |
| Blade | 154CM steel (CX version) | 2.6 in 420HC, locking |
| Pliers | Needle-nose + regular | — |
| Tool count | — | 14 |
| Closed length | — | 3.8 in |
| Open length | — | 6 in |
| Frame | — | 420 stainless |
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
- $105 for a 7-tool
- No scissors
- Minimalism frustrates some
Leatherman Wingman
- Lowest price in the full-size Leatherman line
- Spring-action pliers and scissors
- Compact 3.8 in closed
- Locking knife blade
- Implements do not lock
- Fixed wire cutters, not replaceable
- Plain polished finish scratches
Leatherman Wingman is the better value at $49.95. If weight matters most, Leatherman Skeletool CX carries lighter at 142g. Both are part of our curated multi-tool index — tap through to check current pricing.