Leatherman Skeletool vs MSR Ground Hog Stake 6pk

Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.

MSR Ground Hog Stake 6pk is the lighter option — 22 g lighter than the Leatherman Skeletool (15% less weight). If grams matter to you, that is the one to beat.

Spec	Leatherman Skeletool	MSR Ground Hog Stake 6pk
Weight	142 g · 0.142 kg · 0.31 lb	120 g · 0.120 kg · 0.26 lb
Brand	Leatherman	MSR
Category	Tools	Tools

Leatherman Skeletool

142 g

Minimalist multi-tool with pliers, knife and carabiner clip.

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MSR Ground Hog Stake 6pk

120 g

6-pack of Y-beam tent stakes. Best-in-class holding strength.

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Leatherman Skeletool vs MSR Ground Hog Stake 6pk: which should you buy?

If saving weight is your priority, the MSR Ground Hog Stake 6pk wins — at 120 g it is 22 g (15%) lighter than the Leatherman Skeletool (142 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.

See where both rank against everything else in this category on the lightest tools page, or browse the full gear weight database.

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