Description
The HX Outdoors HAWKX GQ-26 is a full-size pliers multi-tool. Needle-nose pliers with a nut-gripping section and wire cutters sit at the head, and 13 more implements fold out of the silver stainless handles, for 15 functions total. Closed it measures 3.94" x 1.30", and it opens to 6.30". At 11.05 oz (313 g) it is heavy for a pocket, so most people will carry it in a belt pouch, a toolbox, or a truck door.
The main blade is 2.68" of 7Cr17 stainless, and HX adds a separate serrated knife for rope and webbing, plus a rope cutter hook. The rest of the kit covers repair work: a saw, Phillips, large flathead and eyeglass screwdrivers, screwdriver bits, an awl, a file, scissors, and a can opener. The implements are 3Cr13 stainless, which resists corrosion well and is soft enough that the drivers will wear before they chip. HX lists a locking mechanism on the implements.
For a lighter tool without pliers, the SwiftTrail GQ-28A is the pocket option in the same line.
Specifications
| Brand | HX Outdoors |
| Model | HAWKX |
| SKU | GQ-26 |
| Tool Type | 15-in-1 multi-tool pliers |
| Blade Length | 2.68" (68 mm) |
| Closed Size | 3.94" x 1.30" (100 x 33 mm) |
| Open Size | 6.30" x 2.20" (160 x 56 mm) |
| Main Blade Steel | 7Cr17 stainless |
| Implements | 3Cr13 stainless |
| Handle Color | Silver |
| Weight | 11.05 oz (313 g) |
| Functions | Needle-nose pliers, nut pliers, wire cutters, saw, Phillips screwdriver, main blade, scissors, rope cutter hook, serrated knife, eyeglass screwdriver, awl, file, large flathead screwdriver, can opener, screwdriver bits |
Frequently Asked Questions
What tools are on the HX Outdoors HAWKX GQ-26?
The HX Outdoors HAWKX GQ-26 has 15 functions: needle-nose pliers, nut pliers, wire cutters, saw, Phillips screwdriver, main blade, scissors, rope cutter hook, serrated knife, eyeglass screwdriver, awl, file, large flathead screwdriver, can opener, and screwdriver bits.
How big is the HX Outdoors HAWKX GQ-26?
The HX Outdoors HAWKX GQ-26 is 3.94" x 1.30" closed and 6.30" x 2.20" open. The main blade is 2.68".
How much does the HX Outdoors HAWKX GQ-26 weigh?
The HX Outdoors HAWKX GQ-26 weighs 11.05 oz (313 g). That is typical for a full-size pliers multi-tool and better suited to a belt pouch than a pocket.
What steel is the HX Outdoors HAWKX GQ-26 made of?
The main blade of the HX Outdoors HAWKX GQ-26 is 7Cr17 stainless, and the pliers and other implements are 3Cr13 stainless. Both resist rust well, and the 7Cr17 blade is easy to resharpen.
Do the tools on the HX Outdoors HAWKX GQ-26 lock?
Yes. HX Outdoors lists a locking mechanism on the HX Outdoors HAWKX GQ-26, which keeps implements from folding back onto your fingers during use.
Is the HX Outdoors HAWKX GQ-26 good for camping and repairs?
The HX Outdoors HAWKX GQ-26 is built for that work. The pliers and wire cutters handle tent stakes, fishing hooks, and wire, while the saw, file, awl, and drivers cover gear fixes away from a workbench.
Where can I buy the HX Outdoors HAWKX GQ-26?
You can buy the HX Outdoors HAWKX GQ-26 at Going Gear, an authorized HX Outdoors dealer. We ship from the US and carry the rest of the HX Outdoors multi-tool line.