Comparison Console
Gerber Lockdown Pry vs Leatherman Skeletool KBx
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Gerber Lockdown Pry stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Gerber Lockdown Pry stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Lockdown Pry stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Lockdown Pry stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Lockdown Pry stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool KBx stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$69.99Most expensive
US$69.95Cheapest
Weight
170 g (6.00 oz)Heaviest
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)
102 mm (4.02 in)
Open length
158 mm (6.22 in)Shortest
254 mm (10.00 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
14.2 mm (0.56 in)Lowest
19 mm (0.75 in)Highest
Thickness
14 mm (0.55 in)Thickest
13 mm (0.51 in)Thinnest
Tools
Tool count
10Most tools
6Fewest tools
Tools
Plain edge bladeReplaceable #11 utility bladeScissorsFile with chisel edgeCast pry barBottle openerLarge flathead driverSmall flathead driverNail puller
PliersCombo knife bladeBottle openerWire cuttersBit driverCarabiner
Plier type
N/A
Needle-nose Plier
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Yes
Yes
Sheath included
No
No
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryEDC problem solvingCampingFishingOutdoor useSmall gear repairsTasks needing pry bar functionality
Everyday carryLight outdoor useOccasional cutting tasks
Common praise
Compact and slim designUseful array of essential toolsDurable aluminum handle with textured gripFrame lock for blade securityWell-suited for everyday carry and outdoor use
Lightweight and easy to carrySolid build quality with stainless steel frameVersatile toolset suitable for common tasksOne-handed opening and locking blade
Common complaints
Weight at 170 g may be heavier than minimalists preferLack of pocket clip noted in some sourcesSome find blade length limited for larger tasks
Limited tool count compared to larger multitoolsNot suitable for heavy-duty tasksLack of included sheath
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