If Leatherman could add the scissors to this tool (same profile) it would be hands down the best "pocket" carry multi tool!

Everything you need, and nothing you don't. I like that a lot! I bought mine second hand, and well taken care of, on ebay a few years ago. I keep it clipped to a belt loop to whatever I'm wearing, The only exception is when I go to bed. I used to carry all types of multi tools on me but this is much lighter and has the most useful tools. If I need something else I can get a bigger multi tool, or just the right tool out of my truck. Never go in over your head. I've never needed scissors, even when I had them. NEVER!

I own this model and I absolutely love it. Such an awesome all in one multi purpose tool and knife.

I ordered this just now thanks in part to your breakdown. I wanted another multi tool with pliers. I keep a cheap multi tool in my bag and the amount of times per day I want some pliers and have to go to my bag is crazy. Can’t wait to have this on my belt

I may be wrong, but I think the cx model was the 154cm steel blade.

You can always take the bit out if you have have to squeeze the pliers hard.

I had the other version with the combo blade and I loved it, but it was stolen. You're right about the bit digging, but if I'm doing something that needs a lot of force on the pliers then I just remove the bit (as you pointed out) - not absolutely ideal, but it's basically a non-issue for me. What I didn't love about the non-CX version is the combo blade, the blade on the CX looks much nicer! Combo blades kinda suck to sharpen and they're kinda the jackass of all trades, as I've learned, but it was functional. I'm definitely going with the CX! I used to use big-ass bulky multi-tools like the Leatherman Wave and Charge, but I found that all I ever use is the bottle opener, pliers, knife, and screwdriver!

Just got this multi as a gift and was wondering if all the features I found were really it. When you said “It has everything you need, and nothing you don’t” I immediately understood this multi better 😂 Great review, helpful content

I solved the 'pliers stabbing' problem by purchasing a glass breaking bit which I have in there all the time. It is much less pointy than the driver bits. The other side of the glass breaking bit is a large flat head, which I use to open boxes. This technique keeps my blade sharp, which I only use sparingly for certain applications. I also purchases the bit with a Phillips on one end and a flat head on the other, this goes in the hidden bit holder. I really feel like my set up handles nearly everything. I have even had to use the glass breaker before in an emergency...it worked very well.

Agreed I've been carrying mine for over 5 years now. I bought a 2nd one as a backup just in case I ever lose mine or it becomes obsolete. And yes the handle does dig in but I do exactly as you do and keep the philips bit in. Love this multi tool. Its just awesome.

This is one of the best multitools ever. Thanks for the review.

About 12 years ago I had the regular version for a few months (before it was stolen) and I remember liking it, despite the serrated blade which I generally hate. Been carrying either a SAK or Leatherman Wave most of my life, but recently got thinking about picking up one of these again.

I use the skeletool every day. It replaced my Wave. It is more compact, lightweight and it has all the tools I personally need. However, it still has a pinch problem. The pliers can pinch the hand if squeezed down tight and not paying close attention to the blade. Leatherman could fix the problem by flipping the blade location. The tip of the blade should point toward the pliers. Had the same problem on my Wave. Still, the skeletool is a great multi tool.

I use mine every single day, I quit carrying my OTFs and folders years ago

Found one of these on the ground a while ago and just decided to google it while i was bored. Turns out i found a 90$ knife. Lets go!

The blade metal is 154CPM but the marking on the steel blade just says 154PM, so I think that is where the C comes from. The X I believe is “experimental”.

The CX just means Carbon Fiber, makes it more lightweight and durable but somewhat more expensive than the standard Skeletool but in my opinion worth it, comes with a 25 year warranty too.

On belt loop, perfect to keep pockets free. Never used clip, might take off.

Hey man! There is storage in the “lanyard” I take the extra bit and stick it in the hole

I have 20 other leatherman but the Skeletool wins out most of the time because of the lighter weight and solid ergonomics 👍

Maybe you could get a single combo bit that has Phillips on one side and flat head on the other side and just keep it in the storage spot always. You would be limited to just the one bit size but I think that’s a decent trade off.

You can easily adjust the pocket clip on your Leatherman Skeletool CX using the pliers on your Leatherman Skeletool CX.

To solve the stabbing you in the hand problem, could you buy a replacement bit (Phillips on one side, flathead on the other) and keep it in the storage compartment in the handle until you need it?

For me, it’s a pocket knife with some other useful tools. However, I’ve been to many places going through security, and they let me through because it’s “not just an evil knife”. (Obviously not TSA.)

Leatherman should make an awl out of a bit for the bit kit so the Skeletool or Wave could have one. Imagine it. Amazing.

This was my favorite leatherman for edc for many years but I recently switched to the curl. It's not much bigger with a few more tools(scissors) a better blade and beefier pliers

Subscribed your channel and got yourself another follower just by pointing out how dumb it is how people just take tool in their hand, not put it through hard or daily use at all and just talk about and just tell us what we have already seen.

Needs a replaceable saw / bit driver combo system of some sorts

I've had mine for like 15 years, the blade is serrated on mine and I lost the phillps bit. I'm thinking about switching to the rebar.

CX = chief executive

I'd love to see a video of how to remove the pocket clip,,,, can't find one anywhere,, 😭

I had one for a week before I gave it away as a gift, but I have kinda been regretting it ever since lol

would love it if it came in titanium !!

different better type of steel on the knife that stays sharper and it doesn't have cerations.

Pretty easy to remove the bit and drop it in a pocket while you use the pliers

CX has better blade material (154CM).

Is there anything on it you can pry with like to open paint cans?

Версия с карбоном, кажется их уже не производят.

Bottle opener for american twist off caps 👉👍

Your pocket clip has a dent or bend in it just down from the attachment point which is likely making it much tighter than it should be. CX designates a plain 154CM blade rather than 420HC. The CX models can be either carbon fiber or the standard steel spacers, both were made with the plain blade

In my estimation, it has never been king. It is a minimalist multi tool. It is extremely limited for what you can do with it.

The LEATHERMAN Skeletool CX is a thin version multitool

excellent demonstration. and yes, first impression videos are almost completely useless.

I have zero problems with the screw driver sticking into my hand

CX has a higher quality blade. Material and I think the regular skeletool is kinda a combo blade

Carbon Xterior I’m guessing

I have the wave and the arc and want to get this. What does that say? Lol

We love Carol Wayne. She's a effin' hottie!! What was your vid' about again??? "Knives" without hilts??? ~Y'all might have a Gizmo///.

Review starts @ 3 min mark..

3 min and no talk on the Leatherman so far...

next time..easy on the caffeine..

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So, you don't think first impression videos do anything for the viewer. ...You should let the viewer decide that. Personally, I love first impression videos. And, I'm not alone.

Who the hell still uses old school bottles anymore? Totally useless tool in 2023.

What a giant POS. Easier to carry a pair of pliers and a screw driver and a pocket knife. Waste of money and space. Had for years and have never used. Found it in my truck door and it's starting to rust around the pins.

I wonder why anyone would buy such a poorly equipped thing. It has so few functions that it doesn't even deserve being called a "multitool". It has almost nothing. It doesn't even have replaceable pincer blades. I don't like it at all. The best multitool by Leatherman is the Rebar or the Super Tool 300. And if you add the bit adaptor and bit kits and combine it with the Crunch, you have the best pocket equipment ever. But the Skeletool is really worthless.

If it had scissors and replaceable wire cutters, it would be perfect.

Have you ever had rust issues with it?

its shrot version. ect: biopsi(medicine) called bx, carbonfiber_cx