If you open more than one tool at one time, some opposite tools can be much much stiffer to get out due to inside mechanic that push against each other. One tool at a time is a breeze.
@@TerriblyTactical basically, you may even damage a spring if you open both tools of the same layer at the same time. To say the least, it is not recommended
Yes absolutely 💯 loved that show I still watch the reruns and I've collected most of the knives in the series, obviously some knives are retired but I guess you could say I'm a fan alright 😉
Across the back is the Awl, the Parcel Hook, the Chisel, the Mini Screwdriver, and the Corkscrew. The Ranger is the smallest Victorinox that includes all the back tools that Victorinox make for their 91mm knives. The only tool I'd want for this is the Philips instead of the Corkscrew. That was on the Master Craftsman, but that has been discontinued. The Corkscrew appears to be favored over the Philips, even though most people will never use it to open a bottle. Probably because of the utility winding things into the Corkscrew provides.
Good review. I hate red scales so I bought green "plus" scales so I also have the Vic pen. I also put the Vic micro driver in the corkscrew and a suspension pocket clip on the split ring. I carry it every day with a 4" Vise Grip for more utility at a reasonable weight than any "toolbox" multi tool like the Leatherman Rebar.
I've cut 1cm thick metal link using that saw, its damn useful, even though its meant to be used on wood, it did work on soft metal and it was fine even after that. There are only two tools I've never used on Swiss, and those are can-opener and parcel hook.
3:14 that’s neither a screwdriver nor a prying device. It’s a chisel. Over time you’ll get used to opening and using the tools and will began to find your sak indispensable.
Switzerland is in Western Europe. Almost the archetype Western nation. Victorinox pocket knives not traditionally multitools. Those are pliers-based. But for younger generations perhaps the word multitool is changing. The pocket knife pliers on some models are more super tweezers, or finger tip extensions. They are not meant to be the same as a multitool pliers. Chisel on the back. No prying devices whatsoever on this, or most any Victorinox until you get to their multitools. Vic files are excellent. Can cut most nails and screws. A Ranger and a basic drop-forged slip-joint pliers (a dollar or two used at flea market or house sale) is still lighter than a big multitool. Or a mini Vise-Grip even better. My only complaint is that I cannot get the hook out. But then again, I almost never need to. The awl I learned about as a kid. Open the corkscrew first--might help. But they are a bit easier with useage. And VERY effective. Anyway, this model is the best compromise between too few tools, and the way too bulky Swiss Champ. For a basic tool set, cannot beat the Vic Pioneer in Alox (was issued to Swiss soldiers for about 40 years). Thicker knife, stronger backsprings, and awl comes out the end. Models available with scissors, and with saw. The Ranger is not going to disappoint any serious knife kid, even those past 60. Never even touched a lock blade until after age 60. Weren't any around when I was a kid, or that we ever heard of, aside from illegal Italian knives. Even the Buck was still to come, and far away in America and hard to get in my country then. I cut myself more with lock blades than old fashioned slips joints! All that one-handed opening and closing. Rambling is ok! We want to know both objective facts, and a reviewer's personal take on a knife. Do some long-term reviews, and small project demos on Vic knives. Thanks for the review... thumbs up!
I think and feel it's more in central Europe. Best regards from Switzerland, and happy new Year ! ( I use the Victorinox Models Outrider, Ranger and the Swisstool Spirit X)
Yep just got my Swiss Champ Swiss army knife. Knife laws are getting so strict theses days in 2021 I am 39 now had Swiss army knife since I was a kid 7 years old.
Some people think Swiss army knifes are not hard. But I know they work very well. I only ever bought Victorinox knifes I am not a leather man guy or sog guy or any other multi tools guy. Victorinox are the best quality.
I was have red huntsman. But i was lost. My country have one victorinox store and this is very hard. My mom was go travel to georgia (country) and i said buy new huntsman or climber. She bought red ranger. But this is good too
I have carried SAKs since I was a child but cannot typically do so as an adult now. It peeves me that in Australia (the nanny state) we cannot carry these “knives” without a “valid reason”. I have always loved the convenience and functionality of a SAK with a good set of tools to help solve unforeseen problems. Even some mining companies don’t let workers or contractors carry multi tools unless the blade has been removed. I doubt anyone has ever been stabbed with a SAK as there are more deadly easier to access blades for that. Let us have our SAKs and multi tools back for every day use and practicality. If I wanted to hurt or kill so one I’d carry a hunting knife.
@@TerriblyTactical you clearly have more freedom in US of A. I work for the Justice Department in my State in a roll approving use of explosives and hazardous chemicals etc and not quite ready for forced retirement if I get a criminal conviction for carry g what someone else has deemed to be a weapon. Sad as we used to be allowed to carry SAKs in the cabin on commercial aircraft until after 911. Thanks for your gr8 review video.
I just ordered one that's a beauty right there. It's especially nice to have purchased it in 🇨🇭.. I have collected quite a few of these all different models but all with red scales. I think I have an addiction to SAKs!
Will a sewing needle work? I was always affraid it would get lost in the scales . It would be way more usefull than a pin. Maybe but a piece of thread in the needle and roll it up in a ball or something? So it stops it and you have thread
Everyone should just purchase themselves a Swiss Champ and edc it. All this fuss about this one being the best and that one being pocket friendly is just tit for tat. The Champ may be slightly chunkier than the rest but it’s so satisfying to know you have what you need at all times. 😉
Agreed. I love my Champ. It isnt too big or too heavy for me.. cmon. It's 33 funtions in a six and a half ounce 91mm knife! That isnt too heavy at all for all it's worth
Pretty neat set of tools, and the victorinox saw is great! Would prefer a the phillips screwdriver from the tinker over the corkscrew. My current edc is the standard size tinker, does most things i need it to do, and in combination with that i bring some small tongue and groove pliers as i find the Leatherman (wave in my case) always comes short in gripping what i need it to grip.
I wish the ranger gave a magnifying glass instead of a metal filing saw. I would find myself using the magnifying glass to start a fire more than cutting and filing metal. *an Explorer model, but with a saw. 🤣
Pardon my butting in but that hook is supposed to be that way, at least it's that way on every one I've seen. If you push it back all the way you can set the knife upright and use as a cell phone stand. I've never done but have seen it done in several vids. Joni Fire shows how. Felix Immler, Joni Fire and Niko Doulas are all SAK genius and all on the tube.
The prying thing is a chisel, the file is also a small philips screwdriver . The can opener is an amazing philips screwdriver too. This is my favourite sac. I have a charge tti as well i switch between these depending if i have to wear a suit or not. Tbh it is still a bit bulky for a suit but i need my multitool for survival and zombie situations
Funny how once in a while you find a Victorinox knife review on YT, and the reviewer doesn't know what some of the tools are, here I am ref'ing to the chisel, other than that, good unboxing rew.
Hmmmm. Yes...metal file. One of the big reasons to choose the Ranger is that it has both the wood saw and metal file. BTW: the small unidentified tool on the back is a chisel...for wood carving, etc. If it was me doing a video on a knife I’d at least go over what the blades are. Kinda basic. How can one review something if they don’t know what the components are?
It seems so many of these videos are geared towards people who spend money on SAKs but barely need one. If you shop smart, one knife will be plenty. But videos like this just encourage you to buy more - why waste your money?
@TerriblyTactical if you spend money on SAKs you will end up poor. Making bad financial decisions, like obsessing over items, leads to financial ruin. You're not a knife collector. You're a knife buyer. Victorinox and Amazon thank you.
my 3 year old daughter can open the tools better than this guy....he has zero control of his fingers...very clumbsy......he should not be carrying a knife...he will do himself an injury. where does a guy like this work? you couldnt trust this type of incompetence....anywhere.. maybe security guard..or lollipop man.
