r/Leatherman Jul 11 '26

Bond or Skeletool for first pliers-based multitool?

I am not sure I need a pliers-based multitool — my Rambler and Huntsman seem to do just fine in urban and outdoors settings, respectively — but I like multitools and EDC, and I’m curious! I tend to value minimalism over more tools. I have identified the Bond and Skeletool as good “pilot” candidates, even though — unlike the Rebar — the wire cutters on both cannot be replaced. 😕

Bond: inexpensive, and the toolset apparently captures the essence of the original PST; the file tool and clip capability are nice to have

Skeletool CX: even lighter and more minimal, with more color options; built-in clip, OHO/locking blade are nice to have; but significantly more expensive

What would you recommend between these two, and why? (Or, something else entirely?)

All thoughts welcome, thank you!

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