Have u tried the Victorinox Sportsman? You need one if you haven’t got one, it’s fantastic! 

I could not agree more! This is a fantastic tool. Being a little smaller is actually better, too, I think. Thank you for pointing out ways to get the plus scales.

The sports man is what I've been looking for considering the compact is so good. Thank you

I got the yellow compact too . Effing love it

My first SAK was Wenger Evo 14, which is basically the sportsman. Used it for years and still have it. Brilliant bit of kit. Retired now as my late Grandma gave it to me for my 18th so terrified of losing it now.

I bought a Sportsman a few weeks back and freaking love it! The 84mm size seems to hit a particular sweet spot in terms of EDC'ability, and it packs a ridiculous number of tools into its 2 layers. It weighs 52g and I hardly know I'm carrying it. I'm so glad I bought one!

Nice review. My first SAK was the waiter, since lost. My only 84 mm now is bantam - most carried apart from keychain SD classic. Thanks for sharing.

Very nice >>>>> Thank you

Good video. Love the natural G10 scales. But I’m sticking with my Compact. The parcel hook and scissors are the tools I use most, aside from the scale tools.

Have one with the Taschenmesser plus scales, and yes, best 2 layer edc imo.

I've got two of these. One in my daily carry and one at home. At home I of course don't need scissors on my knife since i got proper ones and also nail clippers. I have a classic sd alox on my keys so I also have a pair of small scissors where ever i go. I really do love the sportsman and I'm sad how little attention it gets.

Sportsman is a sleeper! Not too many videos on it. I find the file more useful than a second blade

Within the EU the 84 mm knives are the largest SAK's you can taken with you on an airliner: the blade is just below 60 mm. I recently flew with an Executive in my pocket. I was worried to have it confiscated, as this 74 mm knive has been discontinued by Victorinox. However, the blade measured 47 mm, so it was allowed. It may have helpend that I pointed them out that I had looked up the EU-regulations before the return flight. Nevertheless, I'm not going to taken this risk again and stick to the Manager. About the Sportsman: this size fits perfectly in the fifth pocket of your jeans. Wonderful knive!

Yes indeed, if they made the combo tool sturdier it would be good to replace the opener layer on other knives

The thing about the "Compact" is it works better "for me" for nail maintenance thanks to the scissors and nail file on the hook vs the Sportsman. I've got a custom Yeoman (basically Compact Explorer) set up with the same hook as the Compact. Though narrow... I kinda like the file on the hook the way it is because you don't need to open the hook to use it. So I can clip a torn nail and then file it without opening a second tool. (It's a little thing...but kinda nice.) All that being said... my Yeoman is my daily carry SAK. Magnifier for my failing vision, in-line Philips, Scissors + file on the hook for nail maintenance, nice sized blade for little food prep tasks (kept clean and sharp for that purpose only), corkscrew with micro driver for my glasses, and the combo tool to open those after work adult beverages. I don't have the Plus scales because I opted for nice smooth Titanium ones. (I carry a dedicated pen and marker for work already.) I'll occasionally carry a Victorinox Locksmith if I feel I might need more capability (larger one-hand open locking blade, wood saw, metal file, reamer, and locking Flathead for prying etc.) in addition to my Yeoman. Not an option for you folks across the pond... but legal here in Florida.

I love the size I have a 84 mm tinker as well, but I really miss the scissors day to day

I'm really torn what to EDC next to a Rambler - the Waiter or the Sportsman. I love that the Waiter is so slim and I don't really have a need for another file, as the Rambler already has me served there - but I think I want the sturdy opening layer instead of the rather filmsy opening tool. It's sad that the Sportsman is as wide as the Compact, but being a 2-layer knife, that probably can't be helped. Maybe I'm better off with a Cadet anyway - it has the sturdy tools and is very thin, but I mostly prefer the Cellidor knives for the corkscrew and scale tools. Decisions, decisions. Most SAK users end up buying them all anyways and I see myself doing the same. They're pretty cheap, after all.

Was not aware that there are + scales for the 84mm models available. I have two Vic Sportsman. (maybe already commented that on another one of your videos) Both are quite old now and have served me very well. (one is still in my pocket almost every day, and is what people nowadays call my #1 EDC ;-) ) Mine both have the "diamond style" nail file.

They need a cadet with scissors. Alox makes for such a classy edc, but the Pioneer X is a tad large and lacks the nail cleaner/file (my edc is more for everyday tasks like personal care, rather than maintenance and projects).

And so, another SAK goes in my save-for-later basket. I do use my Spartan small blade quite often but I'd agree the Sportsman tool is more versitile as a single knife. If you like this exact toolset, different scales, and the sub-90mm size, then have a search on the jungle site, via a browser, for an Evolution 10 Wood. Should be a good deal out there currently. The Wood is contrary to your scheme of having the plus scales, but for a 'Gentlemans' or dress-up days, it is rather nice Would be an ideal compliment to the Manager, of course.

Thanks to Felix Immler’s channel I opened up the 4th tool slot and 2nd pinhole on my Plus scales!

Hi, The combi Sportsman/ Rambler or Manager seems great to me. I like the green scales on the Sportsman. Could you add a link to the manufacturer?

Even wearing light shorts all the time here in WA I can always justify a 91mm SAK. I edc the Field Master and have done for a while, that and an A8-perfect. Wouldn't be without the scissors and saw.

Great video!

There is a small file on the hook on the compact - I don’t think you mentioned it - apologies if you did dude

I love my sportsman. my trusty sword.

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Why would you carry a Victorinox without scissors?

No, the corkscrew is far more useful, especially for holding tools, and an inline Phillips is far more useful on a SAK