What a great knife. I Need one now. FYI the Alox models at 93mm. Surprised he was able to get the longer tools in with minimal modifications. Great tool set.
I don’t understand why victorinox doesn’t expand the line of the Cadet. It’d easily be a winner. They have absurdly good quality products, but they limit themselves imo. They are already at the top of the game, don’t get me wrong, but they could be on a different Universe altogether if they went just the extra step.
Thanks for asking, Johnny. I recently discovered this channel and started buying Leathermans that I didn't know I needed until now. I too was wondering what was going on. Luckily Ben has a ton of videos uploaded that are fun to watch and informative, so it'll take a long time to get caught up. Hoping for new releases nonetheless!
That's cool! I often am vexed by the configuration of many Victorinox models. Either the hawkbill or electrician's blades would be far more useful to me than the second pen blade. I don't know why more of their knives don't do that main blade + combi tool combination the Compact does. I drive a desk, but I need a small flathead and small Phillip's head screwdriver a lot because a lot of the equipment in my office is constantly in need of adjustment (think monitor stands and things like that). I really wish there was a thinner 91mm SAK with the inline Phillip's (not the one that replaces the corkscrew). Yeah the can opener works, but it also sucks lol
Victorinox is reviving the name Companion with a 91mm model, similar to a Climber but with a new box opening tool instead of the can opener and a nail file instead of the small blade.
Great knife! I also thought having those both „special“ blades in one knife would be great. Since I always carry at least one bigger and more capable anyway, I‘d even skip the big blade for a saw. Would make a great combo with a single knife, and then either a single pliers like Knipex Cobra or a Multitool with good pliers, e,g. The Crunch.
The 93mm reamer is in it self a multitool. My 84mm Alox project have the reamer, a modded 91mm scissor and the blade from a Sakai SAK in ZDP-189 steel.
You just reviewed what I always dreamt off to get from victorinox. I have a harvester but always wanted an Electrician with scissors, and you own one better. I envy you, man
Interesting stuff, Ben - could you say something about what kind of use you get out of the hawkbill blade? I usually only see those on gardener's knives.
Hi Dan I know you have reviewed in the past( which I own, and really like) however have you come across any information in regards to a pocket clip for it? Thank you.
Hey there my friend this was a great video and great mod as well! But I am just wondering if you were going to come back and do any more videos? We haven't seen YOU in a while hope you are doing well and God bless you and happy father's day
That's a really practical slim SAK ! Thanks for highlighting the advantages of the Wenger scissors. The serrations are perfect for moustaches and fishing line 👍 So jealous 😜
I heard. Not sure how I feel about it yet being in the FREE frame still. Major improvement on the file, still the same magnets though. In my profession, that is simply a non starter.
My very fav 84mm, is the Classic +, and Plus 2, also known as the Micro Farmer. I have every color made in the several year period Swiss Bianco commissioned them. I luv the main blade, and a second small blade, with standard tool set and a saw. That is perfect for me. So I carry the silver and keep all the colors in a display case. I think I have 5 or 6 different colors sets, for both models, and about 30 different Cadet colors and varieties. Cadet has to be the best knife for daily use.
Cool knife! I'm just starting to get back into slipjoints. I've always liked SAKs but never saw one exactly like I would want it. I guess I've got a new rabbit hole to explore.
I cannot imagine how a 3-rd pruner blade can be more beneficial than a can/bottle opener with a screwdriver. In my opinion, the best Victorinox option is the ability to unscrew or pry something in a pinch. Nevertheless, Cody did a great job customizing this knife.
The one I want... Large/small/corkscrew, scissors with Compact's hook, and large serrated/combo tool/awl. I've got a NIB serrated Spartan and near new Compact waiting for me to have the funds to have it done. 91mm, three layer, is a good size.
Question for you, I’m looking for a companion tool for my new curl and I’m questioning the micra and the sog snippets (I know they are discontinued but I have seen a few still floating around)? I really am drawn, the thing I care most about is the scissors themselves
Good morning Ben. I enjoy all of your video’s and thank you for them. I would like to get a custom knife from him and told him this but there are so many options and if and when i order it-i would second guess what i picked and or if i should have gotten something different is all? Love all my leathermans and my knives for what they are and do! Thank you again and have a good day
