My first truly new Victorinox, as up until now I’ve been stalking eBay for deals.

I started my descent into madness in December, planning on modding a Yeoman from an Explorer and a Compact to be my one SAK, but now I’m not so sure. I’m using the small blade on the Explorer waaaay more than I imagined. BUT, I much prefer the can opener on the combo tool to the standard Victorinox dedicated one. This does matter to me, as I eat cans of soup the two days I’m in the office.

I had an Amazon gift card burning a hole in my pocket, so I figured I’d try out the Compact to see if it fits my EDC needs. I appreciate just how much they managed to cram into two layers, but I’m not sure how comfortable I am without the Phillips diver. No idea what my final EDC will be, but I’m looking forward to the process of finding out!

Used to do this years ago. Posted it on boards when I was more active in collecting Vics.

You longtime collectors might remember me as SAKGuy. 😁👍

Classic SD,

Ambassador,

Alumnus,

Compact,

Climber LNF,

Custom Ranger,

Custom CyberTool,

Ranger Grip 78.

I have over 40 different Victorinox SAK's, but I always carry at least one of these eight.

Today I learned that the 91 mm (3.5") models come with a hole for a pin. A straight pin fits into the hole perfectly. If you leave it sticking out about 1/8" then you can get it out pretty easily and it still clears the corkscrew.

Today I learned that the 91 mm (3.5") models come with a pin hole, even if it's not an advertised tool! On my Explorer it's under the corkscrew, and a regular straight pin borrowed from my S.O. fits into the hole perfectly. I'm leaving it so the head is about 1/8" out from the plastic. That makes it easy to get out and still clear the screw part of the corkscrew.

I just bought a set of red dual density scales for my Forester. I realized that I've never changed nylon scales. Is there anything special about them or do I just use hot water to remove them like cellidor scales?

I started the year with I think 4 SAKs and ended up with 15 by the end of it

1. Classic SD alox lime twist
2. Classic SD alox
3. Classic SD
4. Signature
5. Rambler
6. Manager
7. Cadet
8. Waiter
9. Waiter with custom plus scales
10. Walker 11.Sportsman
11. Sportsman #2
12. Spartan
13. Compact
14. Companion

For my next one I'm thinking Explorer or even a swiss champ. I'd like a model with the inline phillips but I'd also like a model with the pliers. The champ of course has both, but then again it is much larger than any SAK than I currently have and I don't like having things on my belt. Also a Champ is about 2-3x the price of an explorer...

bought for 10$ at antique store i think it’s an escort but no screwdriver tip on nail file

Am I the only one who really doesn't like to see painted alox scales? I mean, those nail polish, vintage looking, used feeling, kind of paint?

Saw this and wondered if it was a good option for EDC?

I like to wear a mini SAK of some sort on a lanyard as my EDC & my white rambler is one of my faves, thought I’d share.

I can't find the cadet that's already assembled so has anyone tried to assemble the cadet with this flytanium set on their own?

Here is my list.

• Large Blade • Small Blade • Can Opener • Bottle Opener • Scissors • Woodsaw • Screwdriver • Magnifying Glass • LED Light • Corkscrew • Awl • Hook • Tweezers • Toothpick • Pen

The closet thing they have to this so far is the Huntsman Lite, but if they removed the extra screwdrivers and replaced them with a magnifying Glass and added a pen to it, then it would be PERFECT.

What would YOUR ideal knife have?

Picked up a used explorer on eBay with a blunt blade and wonky scissors but the Phillips is awesome on this thing. Put a small amount of shrink tubing inside the leatherman bit adapter and it fits very snugly to accommodate a makeshift cybertool. Very useful for projects around the house, but maybe a little heavy for EDC

How come I don’t seen any of these posted on this thread?

Got a climber off of eBay (to go with the sportsman I recently bought off eBay). This will be my garage knife. Help with bike repairs, etc. lovin it!

Number one use for my sak is prying stuff, just wondering if I should get a prybar? Its not like HEAVY prying so I doubt the sak will snap..

(Might be more of a post for EDC)

I see the military inspired Ramblers on DLT, are there any other cool special editions out there? I’m looking to add one to my collection. Green is my favorite color, I also think the black scale SAK is the best looking outside of ALOX

question

i love this knife. i have the annual editions and those i will not change. this one is part of my edc rotation. i'm not a fan of blasted or tumbled finishes. how difficult/safe (for the knife) is it to drive out the pivot? what diameter is the pivot? is there a pivot bushing? could i tap the pivot on one or both sided and use screws? i want to give the blade a hand sanded satin finish.

Dear community,

do you think that this knife is a genuine Victorinox vintage knife? For me, it looks like one, but I did not find the tang combination "Inoxyd" / "Armé suisse" in sakwiki.com's tang stamp guide: https://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Victorinox+Tang+Stamp+Guide

Which model is this and what's the estimated value in USD (in your opinion)?

Thanks for your answer!