Best Victorinox Swiss Army Knives?
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- čas přidán 31. 05. 2024
- Here are my Top 8 favourite Victorinox Swiss Army Knives from my collection. EDC or Everyday carry knife, outdoors knife, the tech kit knife, hobbyists knife, emergency urban EDC kit knife, minimalist knife, keychain knife. Everyone should own a Swiss Army Knife.
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Contents of this video to help you navigate:
00:00 - Top 8 Victorinox Intro
00:58 - 8th Favourite Victorinox
02:30 - 7th Favourite Victorinox
04:47 - 6th Favourite Victorinox
08:57 - 5th Favourite Victorinox
10:31 - 4th Favourite Victorinox
12:10 - 3rd Favourite Victorinox
14:50 - 2nd Favourite Victorinox
17:08 - My No.1 Victorinox Knife
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Any Swiss Army knife is better than no knife .
Amen!!! 🤠👍
Had a huntsman for 25yrs. 1 and only knife. Love it.
The huntsman is my preferred one as well, it's brilliant.
Wow just found your channel. I stopped using my Swiss Army knife about 20 years ago and have used Leatherman devices ever since. I may rethink.
I’m on my second Tinker model. Been carrying a Vic knife since ‘87. Best knife around.
My favorite SAK is the German army SAK. I was given one while attending the German Bundeswehr mountain school back in 1982. The combination saw, bottle opener, can opener, and both flat head and Phillips screwdriver is genius! I added the Firefly ferro rod and waxed tinder to the cork screw. I also drilled a thread size hole in the finger opener on the awl to use it for sewing. Whenever I go to the field that's the knifr I have with me.
You can use the far end of the can opener for Phillips screws too.
The Swiss Champ is my boy. Carry it all the time.
love the Swiss Champ! In my front pocket every day.
You must have a strong pocket!
I don’t mind bulk( actually I prefer it) so I carry a Swiss champ on the daily. Love that thing!!!
Why I like the Cyber Tool and getting one the pliers and scissors.
You actually answered my burning question. Was wondering what the bigger version of the Huntsman is. I inherited one from my Grandpa years ago.
For some reason I used to always think these knives always came with that corkscrew, which is worthless for me. Then I discovered the Tinker and I was sold! I use a Phillips screwdriver all the time. I have had a tinker in my pocket for something like 40 years.
The corkscrew is for holding the 2mm screwdriver!
I actually just recently donated my SAK Huntsman to a foreign supermarket worker to aid in his daily work tasks. It is probably the oldest SAK that I had owned.
I do like the SAK Cybertool, but being in engineering, computer & electronic repair, & appliance repair, I have soo many small and large portable kits/bags, and duplicates of these in my home and Truck, that getting the Cybertool was never a needed option.
The 2 remaining SAK knives that I still own are the SAK SwissChamp, and WorkChamp XL. I bought the latter in Zurich, Switzerland some 2 + decades ago, but honestly would have to say my #1 choice is the SwissChamp. For starters, it is street legal here in Queens, NY, USA, and fact is I like the more versatility and that it has a magnifying glass. (getting older and my eyes aint what they use to be, and I like additional means to start a fire)
I use to like the SAK Gentlemen knives, but I guess one could say I outgrew them when I started taking on large 'Jack of all Trades' tasks.
Great video, and quite interesting on seeing your personal choices.
Bantam Alox is a fantastic piece of kit. It's so useful that it's become my go-to edc. The combination tool and blade line-up is an absolute winner
The bantam is an elegant looking little tool. Great for a gentleman carry.
Thanks for the vids! we need a vid. on SAK preferred sharpening options and maintenance.
About half of my knife collection is Victorinox. My top 5 would be, Rambler, Farmer, Adventurer, Bantam and Hiker.
The one SAK I can't live without is my Victorinox 0.6463.T2 Folding Pocket Knife Nail Clip 580.... But on the hunt for the perfect camping / hiking one for camping tasks... But for edc.. The 580 is a must for me
My favorite larger format is the Master Craftsman. Probably the reason that it was issued for Astronaut carry. Alas, it is discontinued…. I carry mine in a belt sheath…. Every day I have a climber in my pocket…..a poor man’s compact….cheap online ..you can get them used for half the price of a compact and usually even less…. The compact is, unfortunately, quite pricey for what you get…but very nice…. The Climber is one layer thicker,has same tool set if swap out for plus scales…except the combination tool is replaced by the standard can opener and cap lifter which works better as a small pry bar and snaps at 90 degrees. I agree that the most useful tool on any SAK is the scissors…..thank you for your videos!
Thanks for the great feedback Robert
I love my Hercules. It has bigger saw and lockable knife blade which makes things easier to cut through things. It also has a pair of sharp scissors, nifty pliers whre I superglued a nail file and the usual can opener, bottle cap lifter and corkscrew at the back. Yes, it is heavier and heftier but such a small price to pay for the model's usefulness. Been in my backpocket, even in my long-runs for the past 12 years!
Another vote for the Alox Cadet here. Fits perfectly in the front pocket of my Alpaka Zip Pouch. Love the nail file, use it all the time! 😂
Bought an Explorer in Cambridge in 1983.. 40+ year later I still carry it everyday.
Super Tinker is absolutely the best one. And if you want to carry something a little bit heavier then it's the Deluxe tinker.
i just got a super tinker a few weeks ago and ive already been using it every day, its amazing
Yeah, I am strongly agree author skipped absolutely top and number one is Super Tinker
Champ is my EDC
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My third trip back yo view this thorough victorinox review. I want them all!! Thanks again Jonathan!!
As a knife collector, I love your content!! Keep up the great work!❤️
I saw a video recently about many ways to use the tools on a SAK. The corkscrew was used on soft wood in the country as a handle by just twisting it into the wood.
Those are 8 great knives, I have 4 of them. Next year I will be in Switzerland and plan on buying the Compact.. A long way to go for a SAK but it is the perfect souvenir. I will have to mail it home because I travel with only carry-on. Because of that, I have #9 for the list. The Jetsetter. Combo tool, scissors and scale tools. I show it to TSA and never have had a problem.
great feedback - thanks for sharing
Just bought my first Swiss army knife: a bantam alox. Love it.
On my list!
Thanks for demonstrating👍
Agree. Victorinox is the best compromise for every day use. Love it.
My EDC is the Victorinox Tourist. At 84 mm it’s easy in the pocket and has everything I need. Its really just a smaller Spartan, which is their most popular knife. Being legal to carry in the Uk, I never leave home without it.
I have become addicted to your videos and every one ends up my buying so much stuff from Amazon ! Thank you so much. Brilliant.
Thank you for the kind feedback 😊
Thanks for the video! After having suffered a disabled stroller axle, a flip flop malfunction, and a severely broken toe nail at a theme park some 25 years ago, I began carrying a tool to assist with repairs. I use my Swisschamp and Rambler daily. From small auto issues, tightening door and spectacle hinges, removing sharp objects from boot soles, or simply trimming fingernails, these tools are not afraid to work and easy to maintain! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
thanks for the classy and warm video sir!
Watching this, I went to my kitchen to check on my 1970 Elinox 4 bladed SAK Pioneer. It's been with me camping, business trips, bicycle touring and now kitchen duty so I can keep an eye on my old friend. Got a later Elinox Farmer and a Elinox 1 speed. All three fit in an Altoids tin. File off the hand-killing key ring. I miss the crossbow in the logo.
I’ve been carrying the Spartan for years. Has never let me down.
Love the micro fero rod and the pocket hanger. Great ideas
Love your videos, Jon! Thanks for another great one!
Huntsman is my EDC… Been carrying this for years! Thanks for the video.👌😊
The Victorinox Cybertool L is the knife of my choice. I'm a tech-engineer and the functions are great
Totally agree with your choice of the compact, it’s the version I carry for the same reasons & it’s superb; mine also has the pin which was supplied with it. The blade sharpens easily & takes a very sharp edge; a perfect EDC.
In the smaller size, I have the Rambler as an EDC/keyring knife; and it's great for around town as it is too small to worry anyone. In the medium range, I have the Spartan (old), Huntsman (very, very old) and the Swiss Champ (new). I bought the latter as my Huntsman dates from 1984 and the main blade has lost the grind from many years of sharpening. The Swiss Champ is too large and bulky for a pocket knife (my mistake as I was told this), so I have recently bought an Alox Farmer X. This is a great knife and UK legal (as pointed out in Jon's video). Very happy with this as the wood saw and scissors are my go-to tools for camping. The Swiss Champ now sits happily in my on-bike motorcycle tool kit.
I don’t really have an EDC, but I fully agree Victorinox pocket knives are a life changer. I have three of them and one of them is never more than a few meters away from me. I use them all the time!
Great job explaining these knives Thank you!
Huntsman rules for me and a corkscrew is great for tight knots and some wood work
Thank you for all of this advice.
My fav is the Fieldmaster with the screwdriver, customized with a red clear plate on the top and a blue clear plate on the bottom side. Love it. Nice video👏🏻🍀📸
I have Victorinox Pioneer for 15 years now....its My EDC knife... Still good as the day i bought it👍👍
i have been carrying victorinox for almost 50 years. my first one was the tinker. my current one is the huntsman on my belt.
The compact is my daily as well. Thanks for validating my choice!
Yes, I agree 110 % with your choice. Big fan of all of them!
My EDC is and probably will remain the regular minichamp. The amount of utility packed into such a small knife is impressive
I have been carrying compact at least 10years. Made video about it 9years ago. Still the best.
The Cadet Alox is my favourite.
Great content: organized, intelligent, well-spoken, and a good amount of knowledge and respect for a product that you obviously enjoy. With so many knives to choose from, I've been hesitant to pop on one. But your high endorsement of the Huntsman made up my mind. Thank you.
I had a Climber, which I loved and, sadly lost. Replaced it with a Huntsman, with which I am very pleased. For work, as a groundsman, I use a Handyman, which is just perfect. I would always recommend the SAK. Well made and last a lifetime.
My daily carry is the SAK Spartan. Love it!!
You won’t go wrong with any Victorinox they’re all great.
One of my favourites for edc is the Walker.
Thanks for your great reviews!
Fantastic presentation! Thank you so much!
my ultimate favorite victorinox mt is the Champ, it has all my needs, it had a pliers which is enough for me and made my leatherman charge stay in my room😅, i had a knipex xs anyway.. .very suitable for my everyday work❤️
Thanks for the recommendation for the Key Smart clips, they work very well 👍
I’m thinking of buying the Evolution 14, seems like a perfect travel companion.
I have the Huntsman and Explorer. I like them both, my first Victorinox Swiss Army Knife's.
Great list and reasoning behind each inclusion! Two of your choices would make my top six. I think I'll make a video on that topic soon (in addition to a flashlight/torch review). Thanks for a great video and some inspiration!
I keep my victorinox tinker on me every single day and I absolutely love it.
Congratulations to your excellent choice of the top Victorinoxes! I agree completely to this collection. My favorite is the compact too and I rotate with a red special Pioneer X, the so-called Ranger. Here the can-opener is replaced by a small hawkbill blade which is fantastic for opening parcels! Thank you very much for another gorgeous video!! Stay up to date with the Victorinox knives!
Thanks Henry 😊
Old Wenger 91mm Ranger and much newer Victrinox Ranger and recently an Alox Pioneer.
Wish i had the Farmer though!
Hard to pick a favorite SAK have a nice collection happy with all of them.
Very well done. I have several Victorinox knives and know I need to get the compact as it's really what I need day to day. Thank you and Bravo from Canada.
The farmer x is my edc..became a beater this past few months and it never disappoints..
Compact is also my everyday cary. Great!
Thank you Jon for this excellent review. I have a Pionner for edc an a Spirit X Plus for the back pack and the nail clipper for travelling kit.
I love the Rescue Tool. It fits easily onto my belt and I trust it. It's one of those, "won't leave home without it" tools, only becasue of what it's capable of doing.
Have to agree with the Compact. So useful, and easy to carry. Suppose I should be grateful to the jerk who nicked my long-serving Cadet. Caused me to look around for a replacement and very happy to have found the Compact.
Thanks your review !
Thank you for the great list! I've had a Swiss Champ for 30 years and it's my go-to toolkit every time I'm away from home - love it. For EDC I have the Swiss Card in my wallet and Mini Champ on my keys, but was not previously aware of the Manager which looks like a better streamlined option! My absolute number 1 for being in the great outdoors is the Alox Harvester. Agree scissors are usually vital but don't miss them too much when out in the countryside, and the knife, saw, pruning blade, in-line awl combo is fantastic. So many good choices. 🙂
Midnite minichamp for the win 💪
I like the Handyman over the Champ. Seems more practical and slightly thinner! Cheers!
makes sense
iv had the classic sd for the last 5 years. been very good.
and just replaced it with the nailclip 580. has the nail clipper scissors file and small knife.
and also just got my first 91mm swiss champ. i cant stop looking at it.
One of the greatest products ever created... I have a few . new subscriber !!! Great review !!!
My EDC at work is the alox mini champ, it's small enough to not intimidate people, can easily go on my key chain and an underrated tool that's possibly my most used is the hook blade on it, you can easily cut open pallet wrap, cable ties etc. without fear of damaging the goods in it.
good use of that tool - the Alox Mini Champ feels very precision I always think
Agreed mate, it's super useful. I've got the torch / pen version and use it daily for everything from opening packages to repairing guitars. Indespensable
My favorite is using the hook blade to cut open clamshell packaging. It’s amazing
Does your champ gets dusty/dirty? Like it comes slightly oiled, and over time it it picks up small buts from pockets. I'm curious if in long term it can affect knife sharpness...
@@ApxuBbI Dirt alone doesn't affect sharpness, although Victorinox Swiss army knives are meant to be cleaned and the blades themselves sharpened from time to time. They will get dull from use, it's to be expected
My absolute favourites as in proven for my day to day and line of work vary between the Huntsman and Fieldmaster. Classic SD or Rambler are great as gifts.
Great video, thank you very much :)
Now I know what to buy!
I bought the Manager after seeing your Micro Urban EDC. It came with a toothpick that could be swapped out for the tweezers for those who prefer the toothpick (like me).
I also found another use for the corkscrew on SAKs - I used to have a car on which the lug covers on the tyres had to be removed by inserting a small metal tool into a hole in the cover and then pulling. I lost the tool, but my corkscrew did the job!
My favorites are:
- The Deluxe Tinker: My personal EDC for about 5 years, it's compact enough to carry in a pouch and has the three tools that I use almost daily: the scissors, the phillips screwdriver, and the very underrated pliers.
- The Tinker Small: Basically the tiny version of my Deluxe. Although the 84 mm format is only slightly shorter than a regular 91mm Victorinox, it makes a quite a difference when you carry it in your pocket.
- The Bantam Alox: Not only it's gorgeous to look at, but it's so slim that it fits inside my wallet! The combo tool is quite useful. I carry it wherever a full-size knife is not discrete enough.
- The Outrider: The best knife in the 111mm range and the best knife for hiking or any outdoor activity. The locking blade is great for more heavy duty woodwork.
- The Rambler: A perfect keychain knife for people who don't want to carry a knife! I've gifted this one countless times.
I will admit, I’ve at times felt jealous of the deluxe tinker. I carry a fieldmaster and love it, and while for some occasions I would love the pliers over the saw, there have been those few times where the saw has saved the day!
I also used to carry a rambler on my keys. I recently swapped it for a mini champ. I wanted to try it since everyone seems to talk down on it and I’ve liked it so far. For the minimalistic style, I prefer the rambler. But this lives on a ring with ~10 keys so not too noticeable.
@@JohnDoe-xo7ggThe Fieldmaster and Huntsman are fantastic, but in an urban setting I've never had the need for a woodsaw. They're perfect for hiking, though.
@@firewitch9531 the only times the saw has saved me is when I’m doing yard work and need to cut the rare small branch.
@@JohnDoe-xo7gg Same, and because I'm doing this at home, I have access to a dedicated saw anyway.
I dont carry my swiss champ but its usually in my glovebox or desk drawer. Its saved me countless times. Usually small repairs, tinkering, and the pen! My other is the camper which IMO is perfect for camping! Cork screw has come in handy for myself and others.
New subscriber to your channel here, loving the content! I have picked up a Rovyvon keychain 'torch' and a new SAK- went with the Explorer. I appreciate your thoughtful reviews and soothing tone, it feels quite personal and I appreciate having access to this information on a platform that isn't doomsday prepping in nature.
Carry a Ranger every day in my front pocket for the last 7 year. It’s 5 width size has never bothered me and it is getting a ton of use!
Such a great video, thanks so much!
Brilliant list. I own most of these knives. I replaced my scales on my Compact with ruby plus scales.
This is a great review! Thank you!
And, Im now a channel subscriber! Glad i found you today!!
Thanks for the feedback and the sub 👍 welcome to the channel.
I have a few Swiss Army Knifes and their all extremely good but in my opinion my 91mm Ranger is the one that tops them all - A Huntsman with a file and chisel which I find, personally, are extremely useful and makes the perfect Huntsman even better whilst still not too big like the Champ.
I do like to carry the waiter. Love the combo can and bottle opener
Great video. Everyone should have a good Swiss Army Knife.
My edc is The Ranger. 5 layers front and back, every tool is useful. Carry it in my bag everywhere.
Just got the Alox Bantam too for pocket carry.
My top eight:
8. Pruner
7. Bantam
6. Ambassador
5. Rancher
4. Explorer
3. Climber
2. Combo of (alox Classic SD and Waiter)
1. Compact (We agree)
My EDC which I change every day is the Compact, Pioneer X Alox and Alox Minichamp. They are all fantastic!
good to know
@@JonGadget thanks for replying, I’m a EDC lover myself and have a small YT Channel with some videos on wallets and key-organizers. Victorinox Reviews coming soon 😁
I just want to thank you for all your excellent videos. I recently got back into SAK and picked up a pioneer X because they had it locally but I’ll be buying a compact and probably one with a saw after that. There’s so many I want to get haha, this could become a problem. Cheers for the US.
I like the Alox Electrician , I use it for both work and play !
The midnight manager will always be my #1
I'm happy Rambler owner, it's my first sak aaaand i'm in love!! Best everyday carry for me 🙌
It’s so hard to pick favorites! Ultimately it comes down to what tools you’ve been using lately, and which ones you already carry. For example, I always go for the knives with pens because I don’t carry a dedicated pen, but for people who do carry a pen, this becomes much lower priority. On the other hand, I’m fine using my phone as a flashlight most of the time, so I don’t seek out the flashlight models. Let’s all just agree that Swiss Army Knives are fantastic =)
You can always pick your favorite (atleast the one with the tools you like) and buy plus scales for the pen, i have the huntman but doesnt come with pen, pin and small eye glass screwdriver, so bought them seperate to make it more urban friendly not just for outdoors
Very useful. I would add waiter (waiter plus) to the list.
let's go, daily compact squad! manager or midnight manager is on my list too.
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Your reviews are amazing. I started using the key smart and it’s a game changer for edc
Good to know 👍 - thanks for the feedback