Finally a review of the Ranger! I recently got this model and it's my go-to when I'm out for walks. Yes, it has some heft to it, but I find that I quite like that it is substantial in the hand - but still pretty comfortable. Its width makes it quite square, which I like. My Ranger is a new model, so it has more tools than the one you've shown: The new Ranger adds the parcel hook and a wood chisel as back tools. The Ranger is in fact the slimmest Victorinox model to feature the full suite of back tools (corkscrew, chisel, small screwdriver, hook, awl). Combined with the fact that it has all the cutting implements it's a very dense feature package and I would recommend it over, say, a Huntsman because of that, even though it's substantially more expensive.
This SAK quickly becomes my favourite portable knife: brought ALL resources I really need to my pocket. It came in 1st place in my EDC. Simply amazing!
The newer Ranger with the full complement of four back tools is really an awesome knife. That's what I'm currently carrying. I needed the chisel just the other day and was glad to have it.
I love how you always measure the 91mm Victorinox, meticulous! ❤ Another great review, thank you. Ranger is a beast, I prefer a 2 or 3 layer for EDC but for out in the bush it's hard to beat the Ranger.
I'm glad to see you got my new stickers, thanks for the kind words. 😊🙏 That's a super awesome SAK, thanks for sharing about it. 👍 Take care my friend and Cheers!
Dating SAKs is fun. Because the chisel as a backside tool of the metal saw was introduced in 86, we can now safely assume 1985 as production year. Why the chisel on the metal file / saw and not on the wood saw is anyone's guess. I think the small screwdriver was already on the backside of the saw. Furthermore on all Vic's both these backside tools are only offered when coupled with both saws. I don't know if any SAK with only either the file or the wood saw to be coupled with a backside tool. See Camper, Huntsman etc...
On eBay I grabbed a Champion Plus a few weeks back. It's the SwissChamp minus the pliers which makes it the same size as my Handyman, despite having seven layers instead of six. The blades had seen a bit of use, both were dull when I got them (Sharpmaker fixed that right up, almost hair shaving sharp now), the magnifying glass (magnifying plastic?) had some scratches, and the scales have pocket wear, but otherwise it's pretty good condition.
Thanks Slippy. The edge Dan put on my Hercules was scary sharp too. Felt like I could cut myself just looking at it! Great review of the tanner interesting to see what it has compared to the Huntsman or Explorer. Interesting to see how it differs from the latest version.
Nice review ! Anybody knows why Victorinox added a "Camping" logo on this model ? The Ranger is a really good model, I am fan of the Huntsman but I would like to get this model (or a handyman, I don't know, but I think a Handyman will be too thick and in my opinion the pliers are more usefull on a Cybertool or a Deluxe Tinker than a knife with several tools for wood.). The Ranger is the smaller Victorinox with all the back tool and is a "full" knife : there are the same number of tools on the front and the back. It's so satisfying (like the Climber, the Spartan, the Tinker and super Tinker) The Huntsman has an empty place in its back, I will be so happy with a Hunstman with a chisel... or a Deluxe Tinker with the small screwdriver). The only trouble of the Ranger may be that it is too thick for classic holsters. It's recommended to have the same holsters as the Handyman or the SwissChamp.
Nice clear review over all. However you are mistaken in that you either did not open the chisel or the parcel hook. That means you either skipped those two tools or, that SAK model is not a Ranger but a Huntsman. The scales are Ranger, but, that knife model is not. You also misstated the serial number at the end of your video with a 3, and not a 6. I have a proper Ranger and it has precisely 21-22 tools, depending if you count the keyring as a tool. Cheers mate! (Gunny) GNSGT. USMC Ret. Grizzley Forge LLC.
I wish they still put the camping logo on it. Since my old one was stolen from me by my brother and sold for drugs, and the place sold it, I ended up buying another 1. Since it didn't have the camping logo on it, I put some green plus scales on it. The file is different on my new one as well. I am so pissed at my brother. I ended up getting a restraining order against him, since he has always been like this and the cops only kept him overnight, he got community service and I didn't get anything from the courts or the multiple things he stole back. I am happy to have 1 again though.
Awesome tool set on that one. And it's very cool that you found one with the "camping" scales, I don't know if they are making those anymore. Cheers, my friend!
Finally a review of the Ranger! I recently got this model and it's my go-to when I'm out for walks. Yes, it has some heft to it, but I find that I quite like that it is substantial in the hand - but still pretty comfortable. Its width makes it quite square, which I like. My Ranger is a new model, so it has more tools than the one you've shown: The new Ranger adds the parcel hook and a wood chisel as back tools. The Ranger is in fact the slimmest Victorinox model to feature the full suite of back tools (corkscrew, chisel, small screwdriver, hook, awl). Combined with the fact that it has all the cutting implements it's a very dense feature package and I would recommend it over, say, a Huntsman because of that, even though it's substantially more expensive.
Awesome information 🔥🙏🏻
Great tool set. Been carrying my Ranger for years. A handy workhorse!
There’s a cool video of someone making an arrow out of a stick of wood. He demonstrates 90% of the tools and shows how great it is for bushcraft.
This SAK quickly becomes my favourite portable knife: brought ALL resources I really need to my pocket. It came in 1st place in my EDC. Simply amazing!
It's without a doubt a great knife
I think The Ranger model is super underrated! I love mine!
Definitely is
The newer Ranger with the full complement of four back tools is really an awesome knife. That's what I'm currently carrying. I needed the chisel just the other day and was glad to have it.
Thanks for watching
The Ranger is a fabulous model. Great to see a review of an older model.
Glad you liked it!
I have a 40 year old Swiss Army knife….. called the Champion…. did you do a review on it?
Not yet! I have the champ though
Got mine from a retailer at the Zürich train station last August for 55 francs. Looks like I stumbled on a good deal 😁
Bargain
I love how you always measure the 91mm Victorinox, meticulous! ❤
Another great review, thank you. Ranger is a beast, I prefer a 2 or 3 layer for EDC but for out in the bush it's hard to beat the Ranger.
My pleasure!
I'd say this would be a great knife for camping, it's got all the tools ( and probably more ) than you're likely to need for that.
100% agree!
Love the Ranger! Great job sharing with us! Keep rockin it buddy!
Thanks for the visit
I'm glad to see you got my new stickers, thanks for the kind words. 😊🙏 That's a super awesome SAK, thanks for sharing about it. 👍 Take care my friend and Cheers!
No problem 👍
Thanks for sharing this awesome older Ranger with us!
Glad you enjoyed it
Love that it has the metal file and saw. Only thing my huntsmen model is missing
Thank you for watching
Another fantastic model from Victorinox….
I think it’s size would push this one into pouch carry for me.
Fantastic review! Cheers Slippy 😎👊🏻
Thanks Sean
Try it, I think it's still good for pocket carry.
Excellent video. The Ranger is definitely on my list of SAKs to pick up.
You should!
that is a 85 or 86 because it has the half stop screwdriver /bottle opener
I agree. And the sewing eye of the reamer was introduced in 1985 says SAKwiki 😉
Dating SAKs is fun. Because the chisel as a backside tool of the metal saw was introduced in 86, we can now safely assume 1985 as production year.
Why the chisel on the metal file / saw and not on the wood saw is anyone's guess. I think the small screwdriver was already on the backside of the saw. Furthermore on all Vic's both these backside tools are only offered when coupled with both saws. I don't know if any SAK with only either the file or the wood saw to be coupled with a backside tool. See Camper, Huntsman etc...
Thank you both 🙏🏻🔥🖤
On eBay I grabbed a Champion Plus a few weeks back. It's the SwissChamp minus the pliers which makes it the same size as my Handyman, despite having seven layers instead of six.
The blades had seen a bit of use, both were dull when I got them (Sharpmaker fixed that right up, almost hair shaving sharp now), the magnifying glass (magnifying plastic?) had some scratches, and the scales have pocket wear, but otherwise it's pretty good condition.
Amazing thank you for watching!
Thanks Slippy. The edge Dan put on my Hercules was scary sharp too. Felt like I could cut myself just looking at it! Great review of the tanner interesting to see what it has compared to the Huntsman or Explorer. Interesting to see how it differs from the latest version.
Very welcome
thanks for showing- It seems quite similar to a Huntsman with the addition of one more blade
Thanks Kathleen
This older model - yes. Newer models come with additional back tools compared to the Huntsman: A small 2.5mm screwdriver and a 4mm wood chisel.
That's a really neat find. Great video my friend!
Glad you enjoyed it
Nice review !
Anybody knows why Victorinox added a "Camping" logo on this model ?
The Ranger is a really good model, I am fan of the Huntsman but I would like to get this model (or a handyman, I don't know, but I think a Handyman will be too thick and in my opinion the pliers are more usefull on a Cybertool or a Deluxe Tinker than a knife with several tools for wood.).
The Ranger is the smaller Victorinox with all the back tool and is a "full" knife : there are the same number of tools on the front and the back. It's so satisfying (like the Climber, the Spartan, the Tinker and super Tinker)
The Huntsman has an empty place in its back, I will be so happy with a Hunstman with a chisel... or a Deluxe Tinker with the small screwdriver).
The only trouble of the Ranger may be that it is too thick for classic holsters. It's recommended to have the same holsters as the Handyman or the SwissChamp.
I'm not 100% sure! Id definitely have a look on SakWiki! Thanks for watching
Looking to buy a newer one soon. Great review as always Slippy. Like that the "Camping" is inlaid some of them are just printed on in white.
Thanks John! This is one I'd think you'd really enjoy! 🙏🏻🔥
I love my Ranger SAK. It’s a beast for sure 👍 great video Slippy.
Right on
Great knife! A Huntsman with the added metal file 👍🏼
Indeed 🔥
Very cool!
Sorry I’ve not commented in a bit.
Trying to get back in flow.
Good stuff as always mate 👊🏻
No worries Tim! Thanks for watching 🖤
@@SlipjointSawyer
You’re welcome!
Definitely in good nick considered its age 💯👌🏼💯
Very good nick 🔥
Outstanding review 👏 😊
Thank you! Cheers!
Nice clear review over all. However you are mistaken in that you either did not open the chisel or the parcel hook. That means you either skipped those two tools or, that SAK model is not a Ranger but a Huntsman. The scales are Ranger, but, that knife model is not. You also misstated the serial number at the end of your video with a 3, and not a 6. I have a proper Ranger and it has precisely 21-22 tools, depending if you count the keyring as a tool. Cheers mate!
(Gunny) GNSGT. USMC Ret.
Grizzley Forge LLC.
Thanks for watching
I wish they still put the camping logo on it. Since my old one was stolen from me by my brother and sold for drugs, and the place sold it, I ended up buying another 1. Since it didn't have the camping logo on it, I put some green plus scales on it. The file is different on my new one as well. I am so pissed at my brother. I ended up getting a restraining order against him, since he has always been like this and the cops only kept him overnight, he got community service and I didn't get anything from the courts or the multiple things he stole back. I am happy to have 1 again though.
Such a shame, really sorry to hear that
Awesome tool set on that one. And it's very cool that you found one with the "camping" scales, I don't know if they are making those anymore. Cheers, my friend!
Not with the "Camping" on
Forgot the chisel
Always forget something 😂
@@SlipjointSawyer I was like mannnnn don’t tell me it ain’t so lol I just bought one 🤣🤣
I ordered this a few days ago and will get it tomorrow
Awesome