XS Scuba FogCutter X Spec Breakdown & Features
Measuring right at 9 inches—4.75 inches (12.1 cm) on the blade and 4.75 inches (12.1 cm) on the handle—the XS Scuba Fogcutter X is a relatively large knife. While weight is not specified by the manufacturer, it is on the heavier side.
But, it has to be a little heavy to fit everything in one knife. The Fogcutter X has a straight blade, a serrated blade, a line cutter, shears, and a pipe grip. The Fogcutter X comes with either a blunt tip or a pointed tip. The blade is made from 420 stainless steel, meaning it holds off corrosion and rust.
If you like a bigger knife, another one of our favorites is the Promate Sharp Tip Titanium dive knife, with a fixed blade and a comfortable grip.
XS Scuba FogCutter X Impressions
I do a lot of outdoor activities, and one tool I love to have with me is my trusty Leatherman multi-tool. It doesn’t take up much space, and it has a ton of uses. That’s why I really like the FogCutter X. It’s like having multiple tools in one, the same as my Leatherman, but built for the dive industry.
During our testing phase, the FogCutter X was easy to get in and out of the sheath, even while wearing thick gloves. The lock mechanism is easy to use with a simple squeeze. It is an ambidextrous design, but it definitely feels more comfortable inserting the knife the same way every time.
It’s not the best cutting knife on the market. The straight edge struggled with both the 550 paracord as well as the dock rope. The serrated edge handled the 550 paracord, but wasn’t able to cut the dock rope. The shears/scissors portion cut through both very well.
The FogCutter X is a little large for my taste, especially in a multi-tool design. I’d rather it be more of a back-up type knife, but to each their own. If you are like me and want something smaller, check out our review of the Mini FogCutter.
My personal recommendation is this: At this price, the shears are worth it, but spend a little extra to either have the straight edge professionally sharpened or do it yourself (if you know how).
Do we recommend the XS Scuba FogCutter X dive knife?
We do recommend the XS Scuba FogCutter, but with a few caveats. At the price, it’s a good knife to have around. The straight edge is pretty dull, so if you’re willing to spend a few bucks to get it sharpened it would be worth it.
The scissors/shear is great. We’d actually probably recommend that the FogCutter X be a boat deck tool for this alone. It would be beneficial in an emergency to cut off gear and even wetsuits.
It’s a little big and heavy, but if you’re used to a bigger knife then you won’t have any problems. We tested the drop-point version, but after testing, we suggest going with the blunt tip. That’s just one more piece of a tool you could utilize.
To see how the XS Scuba FogCutter X stacks up against the rest of the knives we tested, check out reviews of all the knives we tested.
Specs & Features
| Fixed or foldable | fixed |
|---|---|
| Blade length | 4.75 in. (12.1 cm) |
| Handle length | 4.75 in. (12.1 cm) |
| Weight | not specified by manufacturer |
| Blade type | straight, serrated, scissors, pipe grip |
| Blade material | 420 stainless steel |
| Handle material | plastic |
| Blade tip | drop-point or blunt |
