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Leatherman Skeletool SX vs SOG PowerLock V-Cutter
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative. SOG PowerLock V-Cutter stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 125% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock V-Cutter stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock V-Cutter stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 125% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock V-Cutter stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Skeletool SX stands out as the shortest option for open length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
SOG PowerLock V-Cutter stands out as the longest option for open length, with about a 19% 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
Unknown
US$79.99
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
272 g (9.59 oz)Heaviest
Closed length
107 mm (4.21 in)Shortest
117 mm (4.61 in)Longest
Open length
150 mm (5.91 in)Shortest
178 mm (7.01 in)Longest
Dimensions
Width
33 mm (1.30 in)Lowest
58 mm (2.28 in)Highest
Thickness
16 mm (0.63 in)Thinnest
18.5 mm (0.73 in)Thickest
Tools
Tool count
8Fewest tools
18Most tools
Tools
Needle nose pliersRegular pliersWire cuttersHard-wire cutters420HC combo knife bladeCarabiner/bottle openerDiamond-coated fileLarge bit driver
Needlenose pliersLarge screwdriverWire cuttersPartially serrated bladeV-CutterCrimpersBuilt-in rulerCan opener with fine screwdriverBottle opener with screwdriver1/4-inch drive for driver bitsPhillips screwdriverWood sawFine/coarse fileAwl
Plier type
Needle nose and regular pliers
Compound-leverage pliers
One-hand opening
No
Unknown
Pocket clip
Unknown
Unknown
Sheath included
No
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
SnowboardersOutdoor useEveryday carry
Outdoor useFirst respondersDIY enthusiastsField workHeavy-duty tasks
Common praise
Lightweight and compact designWell-selected range of useful toolsBlade locks firmly for safetyUseful for snowboarding and general outdoor use
Ergonomic pivoting handle covers reduce hand fatigueDurable stainless steel construction with corrosion resistanceVersatile tool set suitable for a wide range of tasksSecure locking mechanism for safe tool useIncluded nylon sheath for convenient carrying
Common complaints
Does not support one-handed opening
Weight and size may be bulky for minimalist EDC usersNo explicit one-handed opening specification
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