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Leatherman Skeletool vs Victorinox Swiss Army Classic SD

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

Victorinox Swiss Army Classic SD is the lighter option — 122 g lighter than the Leatherman Skeletool (86% less weight). If grams matter to you, that is the one to beat.
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Spec Leatherman Skeletool Victorinox Swiss Army Classic SD
Weight 142 g · 0.142 kg · 0.31 lb 20 g · 0.020 kg · 0.04 lb
Brand Leatherman Victorinox
Category Tools Tools
Leatherman Skeletool
142 g

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

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Victorinox Swiss Army Classic SD
20 g

Popular ultralight Swiss Army knife. Essential tools at minimal weight for backpacking.

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Leatherman Skeletool vs Victorinox Swiss Army Classic SD: which should you buy?

If saving weight is your priority, the Victorinox Swiss Army Classic SD wins — at 20 g it is 122 g (86%) 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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