20 Best Pocket Knife For Self Defense (2023 Updated)

Its a very good knife, i have the black version. Its very sharp out of the box and the leather shede with it, is awesome, also compatible with molle/palls. The only thing that i would like to have on the knife is a pocketclip.

A removable or a version with one. Besides that its a great knife! Very sturdy and easy to clean and sharpen. Very good grip on the handle.

The Hunter Wood is a fine example of old world craftsmanship. The satin finished blade has no flaws and the one-hand opening feature increases its usefulness. The robust handle suits the blade perfectly.

If one looks closely, it is evident that the handle is not just two pieces of wood on the outside of the knife. The mechanism plates of the knife are inset into the wood so that the tang of the blade is all that is visible edgewise.

There appear to be three stages in evolution of the wood collection even though all are fine examples of Swiss craftsmanship. The first stage is a flat and beautiful layer of wood on the outside of the knife.

The second development appears to be the sculpting of the outer wood surface that is so elegant, one wants to continue holding the knife and not let go. The third stage appears to be where the mechanism is inset into the sculpted wood for the custom look of fine craftsmanship.

In the Wood collection there are only three knives that I know of that have this third level incorporated, although I bought and own several of the other models. They are the Hunter Pro Wood, the Nail Clip Wood 580 and the Executive Wood (or Evolution) 10, a rendition of the Classic in wood without the toothpick or tweezers.

To me, they are works of functional art, and, as such are priceless in their rarity. If you look closely you may appreciate the detail and the workmanship.

Oh !! this one definitely is a beast, sturdy feels strong, trustworthy companion around you, These vic knifes are like your friends next to you. Beefy handle perfect fit in the hand one hand works just fine.

Finish on the knife is excellent. Just 2 things the sheath if given in leather would have been marvellous union. 1 mm more thick blade was expected. But none of these features will pull down any star from the rating.

Just Awesome.

I like to keep the car prepped, so I bought this one to complement my roadside emergency kit. It’s a cool knife for sure, and I think it would be great to have in the event of a major accident. Yet as a multi-tool to keep in your car for everyday needs, I’m not sure it’s the right choice.

It lacks some basics, like scissors. When I gifted my brother a knife for his car, I decided the Hercules was the better model because the scissors and pliers seemed more useful for normal everyday needs.

Got this knife for my birthday slightly over a year ago. I can’t say much about all the tools (luckily), but the knife is extremely sharp and cuts with ease. The screwdriver is in a good position. Holster is good with a big loop for all belt sizes.

I’ve also seen people adding zip ties to have a tighter fit, or to hold it horizontally. It’s a classic in the first responder domain; you won’t see ten of them without at least one wearing this tool (in Switzerland, at least).

It has the tools for saving people, but also the basics you can need on a daily base.

I’ve been wanting an Opinel forever just never got around to it. This knife is amazingly sharp with the quality carbon blade and i do admire the simplicity of the lightweight wooden handle. It’s as simple as they get.

Unfortunately, that simplified design causes the wood to swell and contract with fluctuations in temperature, more to the point dewpoint and humidity. This can make opening and closing the knife a PIA.

Also, as these French blades, even though cheaply priced are sorely sought after, it would have been awesome to see an option for a case or some sheath holder to protect the knife and wooden handle when not in use.

Overall I expected more from the Company who has been bumping out blades for over 100 years. Oh the other knife was so insignificantly tiny i couldn’t process it as a real blade. IT reminded me of one of those little derringer screwdrivers that comes with the hardware set on a piece of new furniture.

Like it was made for the people of Lilliput. SO i just gave that to my father who uses it on his 1800s ship modeling project.

Brilliant pocket knife. Simple, solid mechanism, nice wood handle that’s well shaped and well finished. Dropped a star because the edge was a bit rolled. Didn’t take long to get perfect with emery paper, now it has a really sharp edge that lasts well.

I think the edge is slightly convex rather than 100% flat and better for it. I’ve been making shims tricky bits of shuttering to repair a roof. Therese were only from pine wood but very seasoned and it slices through without much effort.

Can’t open one-handed, but very easy to close and lock one handed – handy working at height and holding on with other hand.

When I use camping equipment, I really use camping equipment. I have done this with the Opinel Carbone No. 7, and despite its delicate look and reviews from others here, it has managed to survive with only a few visible wounds.

When I first got the knife, it was sharpened to a hair-splitting incisiveness. Whittling? Cheese? Fabric? Paper? Bag of moose meat? Ropes to tow gliders? Awkward silences? It cut them with ease and joy.

With little care other than occasional “oiling” from greasy food, it retained that youthful gleam. That is, until I used it to open a tuna can. It opened the can really well — but the edge bent. The knife was actually still quite sharp, just kind of 1mm was sideways.

After about a year in this functional yet downgraded condition, I found someone to sharpen the wee beastie and give it the TLC it so-very-much desired and needed. It looks a little chippy now, but it is still sharper than any of my other knives (which isn’t that hard to be).

This past summer, the knife and I went on about a dozen backcountry paddling trips. It’s my primary knife — it thrived in wet conditions being driven into wood, sand and food. It lost the ring for its locking mechanism (hence the loss of one star), but it still seems to stay closed or open, whichever I prefer at that moment.

All in all, this is my most solid knife that still hasn’t been confiscated at an airport. It was a steal at the price for which I purchased it (which I can’t state because of the terms and conditions of reviewing here, but it was regular price circa 2017).

Not as smooth as I like it when opening the blades. Cleaned it up real good and worked the blades opening and closing them which made them walk better. Good springs. The blades talk. Good snap. Blades had good edge but not good enough for me.

Touched the edges up a little bit and they shave hair. I like the size and shape of this Uncle Henry knife. I also prefer rounded bolsters. For being made off shore it is a very good small stock man pattern at a good price.

I love uncle Henry knives !! I bought several uncle Henrys for Christmas gifts.

Nice little 2 blade edc pocket knife from the Schrade Uncle Henry line up. Thumbs up from me again on another worthwhile pocket knife.

In my view, The Huntsman is ideal for anytime you’re hiking or in a generally more outdoors setting. It’s pretty lightweight considering all its features, and is well thought out overall. Also fits easily in a pocket and is fairly unobtrusive, especially with the addition of a pocket clip (I recommend Key Smart).

The two knives are both pretty standard drop point SAK fare. I actually use the small knife for eating fruit and such. The larger blade I use for camp tasks typically. Both hold an edge well and are easy to sharpen.

For some reason, the smaller blade is always just a little sharper than the big one. I’ve used the saw a few times. Any woid which has a diameter roughly equal to the saw blades length is a good candidate for using this saw.

In my opinion, although crazy sharp, it’s really built for durability rather than flexibility. What that basically means us it’ll chew through wood, but it’ll grab every so often as well. Something to be aware of.

I’d spend a little tine getting comfortable with the saw before potentially finding yourself in a situation where you need it. The back of the blade can also be used with fire steels. The can/bottle opener duo is a classic.

Can’t go wrong with either, and you also get the wire stripper and drivers with them. The hook is useful for moving firewood IMO. I don’t understand why this one doesn’t come with the nail file on the back, and that’s a minor knock.

One more serious knock on this hook. The actual hook end is too close to the keyring hole, and that makes it very difficult to open up. The awl is really useful for it’s intended purpise, and also as a straight up gimlet and can be used with a fire steel as well.

Plus it’s useful for camp sewing. The corkscrew I use to hold a tinder twist from Tortoise gear along with an eyeglass driver. There is a slot under the corkscrew that holds a pin to remove splinters, sim cards, etc.

not included for some reason. I do recommend buying a pin to fill the slot. They can be useful. The toothpick I replaced with a Tortoise Gear fire steel. However, there is a quirk with the Huntsman that allows you to actually have both.

Next to the scissors is a gap that is perfectly sized to hold the toothpick perfectly snug, and in my experience, the toothpick never comes loose in my pocket or what have you. The tweezers are great for what they are.

I really like this blade for hiking and camping.

What more can I say? It is a Swiss Army Knife. I got it on sale for a fantastic price. But the knife would be worth it to buy at full price. The price at CT is the same as anywhere else, so I got it at CT.

I was surprised at the functionality and the feeling in my hand. This is a 4 layer knife, and I usually prefer a 3 layer Swiss Army Knife (SAK) because the 3 layer units are obviously thinner and weigh less, as such the 3 layer guys are easier to carry in my pocket.

However, this 4 layer knife carries exactly the same to me. The extra weight and size are not noticeable. So I love the way this “fireman” (improperly named – the real name is “Fieldmaster”) feels in my pocket and hands.

I also really like the set of tools on this knife. You would not think that a saw is all that useful, but, after you have one of these you will love that tool. The saw is extremely sharp and will cut through a branch or a fan belt in seconds.

Really handy. The other thing I like about this knife is that it has a Phillips screwdriver and not a corkscrew. The only thing the corkscrew tool is good for, in my opinion, is to hold the extra-fine mini flat blade screwdriver (which is an add-on item).

Having the mini screwdriver is great, but I think the full-sized Phillips driver is a better choice. The other thing about this knife is the scissors. I will not buy a SAK without scissors because that tool is so useful, I use them all the time and they work great.

The toothpick and tweezers are another set of tools I would never be without. I use these very often as well. I work with wood and slivers are a notorious addition to my fingers, so I use the tweezers to get them out.

It works great. The only negative about this knife, and it is very picky, is the parcel hook. I have never used this tool in any of my SAK’s and I wonder why it is there. But, it comes with the package, so, that is the way it is.

It is a minor flaw in an otherwise perfect knife. This is the second most popular SAK, after the “classic” which is really not a knife in my view. This is my now favourite pocket carry knife. I used to love the super tinker, but this is exactly the same knife knife with a saw.

Love it. It really is a wonderful addition to your pocket and I highly recommend it.

All-in-all is quite good for the city, but I think that for the plus scales could be better. Also the magnifying glass can fall out easily, pay attention to it. But my main complain about this knife is the phillips screwdriver.

It is way too big. In my mind if I have a SAK with a philips screwdriver I should be able to take apart my laptop, a keyboard, a mouse or some other toys, but with this one it is impossible (except if I file down most of the tip).

I also have an Outrider, and the screwdriver on that is fantastic. I can screw almost every phillips scews with that (laptop, keyboard, door, even a wrist watch). I would like to have the screwdriver from the Outrider on this.

Also most of the things that this big screwdriver can do, can be done with the can opener (and the Outrider screwdriver). The tip does not fit in most screws, and if the screw is a little bit sunken, then it is even worse, because the head is widened for easier access.

Smaller head and thin arm.

I read and watched reviews of this knife before ordering it. The main blade was much better than I expected. The saw blade cut through dry timber when I needed it to, although that was not my intended use for it.

The awl was useful. The bottle opener is very good. I tried using the small screw driver (on the can opener blade) to unscrew seized and rusted screws. It’s not really intended for that and now has a very slight twist in it, which shouldn’t affect normal use.

Spring tension is excellent. Size, weight and handling are excellent. The only slight design niggle was that the little keyring loop holder can stick in to the palm slightly. No problem in normal use.

I use an old Classic SD for the functions the Allox Farmer doesn’t have. FFX service was excellent and their price the best I had found.

All the same functions as the Camillus US military folding knife, very slightly smaller, with the excellent addition of the wood saw. I have two of the Camillus and only added this for the wood saw. I’ve looked at several YouTubes praising this Farmer, singling out the wood saw, which is a sturdy and sharp toothed blade, but my surprise was that the wood saw has NO thumbnail groove for opening it up when all the other blades are closed.

(One video warned about the folders in general NOT to open blades at both ends simultaneously because doing so damages the spring. ) So with the other blades closed, the wood saw remains flush and not grippable.

The only way to open it was by the very slightly protruding TIP of the saw. I had to use some other tool or whatever edge to pry open the wood saw.

If you want a lightweight pocket knife for urban use, you can’t go far wrong with the Bantam. It’s incredibly light, strong and feels good to use, with the best-in-class Alox scales. You may be weighing this up against the Cadet.

The Bantam is lighter, just one layer thick, having a multi-tool to cover most jobs, like opening bottles and turning screws. The question is whether you want these features split over two tools, plus the nail file.

My only minor gripe is that the blade and tool are very close together, so every now and again they catch. It’s not a problem, just a minor imperfection. Otherwise, it’s a great little knife for everyday use.

My dad had one which he bought back in the ’80s from someone on a job site. I have bought many other pocket knives to try and outdo this one, but ultimately ended up buying the same one because nothing compares.

The slim design is very comfortable to wear, yet does not make it any less comfortable to use. The fit and finish looks so nice you could carry it with a suit and not look out of place if you wanted.

I’ve had mine for about 6-7 years now, and I have since inherited the one from the ’80s as well. They are both still going strong.

Bought this knife ten years ago when I started working at the supply house where I sell Klein tools! It’s held up great and is always in my pocket! Wouldn’t trade it for the world! Hope to one day pass it down to my young son!.

I own & have sold many Klein Tools Pocket Knives & also collect Vintage & New Klein Tools brand electrical trade tools & products. I’ve never regretted a single purchase and still use them almost exclusively, when doing any electrical work at home or for anyone else! I trust them & have never broken a single Klein tool! They are the best & Made in the USA for the most part!.

I am a fan and collector of Victorinox Swiss Army Knives. Part of the pleasure of owning the Swiss Army Knife for me is how well made they are which can be felt in the opening and closing experience.

Unfortunately the Classic SD falls short in this category due to the simple fact that the rough side of the nail file scrapes against the main blade. This makes the opening of the knife an unpleasant experience and also scratches the main blade.

If you are a daily user this scraping is a constant reminder of this problem, and if you are a collector you end up damaging a knife you are trying to maintain in pristine condition. This detracts from the ownership experience which otherwise would be excellent as it is with other Victorinox Swiss Army Knives products that do not have this issue.

I believe a simple solution would be to turn the nail file around so that the rough side faces outward, but I assume there is a reason this has not been done. I also have a SwissLite model that has a similar configuration with the nail file right next to and facing the main blade but it does not suffer from this issue because there seems to be a very subtle bend engineered into the base of the main blade that keeps it away from the nail file surface when opening.

This subtle bend is not present in the Classic SD. Anyway, I hope this review is helpful and it’s only purpose is to try and give constructive feedback for an otherwise outstanding product.

I am a Search And Rescue Technician/Wilderness EMT Instructor. As an active SAR member and instructor I have the opportunity to test related equipment. I recently began using the Victorinox Swiss Army Soldier Knife for my pocket carry.

It is replacing my Swiss Army Huntsman. The new Soldier Knife (which is the actual current issue to the Swiss Army) is larger and has more “heft” than the standard models of Swiss Army Knives. It feels heavier and stronger.

The knife and saw blades are longer and heavier. The knife blade is locking which is a huge safety improvement. The blade has both straight and serrated sections. The serrated portion is at the tip, which makes more sense for cutting cordage or rope.

The straight edge is toward the hilt so it is more controllable for close work. The saw is longer and heavier. A saw is essential for outdoor/rescue/survival uses. The blade is easily opened one handed with the thumb assist, and the rubber inserts in the handle make the knife comfortable to grip.

The knife has a good variety of essential tools. After carrying the Swiss Army Soldier Knife for approximately a year I have found it to be an ideal Search And Rescue/Survival type folding pocket knife.

I realize opinions concerning knives are greatly varied and there is no universal consensus as to the ideal knife. With that said, the Swiss Army Soldier has no deficiencies and is worthy of serious consideration as a “working knife”.

Note: No single knife, or tool, will meet all of the potential uses. The Swiss Army Soldier has met all of my needs for a “pocket folding knife”. Multi-tools and fixed blade knives are also essential outdoor tools and should also be carried.

It is not a question of carrying a folding knife, OR a multi-tool, OR a fixed blade knife. Each of these tools has a different purpose and should be evaluated separately. Personally I carry a Leatherman Wave on my belt and an Ontario USAF Aircrew Survival Knife in my pack.

The reasons for these choices is a separate discussion. Concerning choosing a good working folding pocket knife; the Swiss Army Soldier Knife is my first choice. Note 2: Along the Search And Rescue/Survival tool theme; Victorinox has also released the Swiss Army Rescue Knife which is more specific to fire, rescue, and emergency medical responders.

The RESCUE knife is the same frame and tools as the SOLDIER, with an additional webbing/seatbelt cutter and glass breaker added. I am looking forward to someday obtaining the RESCUE knife to carry in my medic pack.

I realize everyone has their individual opinions, but after a year of use, it is my opinion that you will not be disappointed when you choose to carry the Swiss Army Soldier. Dallas, from Arizona Read less.

This knife has all the tools I use and none of the tools I don’t use, except for the pliers, which I haven’t needed before and which seem too light for most purposes. The tools all work well – they are the standard SAK tools that I have used on many knives in the past.

The blade came sharp. Having 2 sizes of phillips screwdriver is very useful to me. The hole driller has no eye in it, unlike older knives, but I haven’t used that feature in the past. My only minor criticism is that I found the older blade locking system using a sliding button in the handle easier to use than the new system which is a liner lock.

I must say, though, that this makes little difference to me – it’s just a little more difficult to unlock the blade. None of my minor points alter my belief that the toolset on this knife suits me perfectly.

The fit and finish, and the positive nature of the opening and closing of the knife and tools, are a visual and tactile confirmation of the excellent quality of the knife.

I’ve always wanted a Sod Buster, finally bought this one. Everything is good except the blade, it’s much too loose at the pivot pin when the blade is open. I was surprised, as Case is supposed to have good quality.

I then bought another one of this exact model and discovered the same problem. So this is an issue at Case. Hard to recommend the Sod Buster if the blade is loose at the pivot pin.

I have ten other case knives that have pretty good if not excellent fit and finish. This one is terrible. The blade has sideways wobble so bad case should be embarrassed for letting it out their doors.

There are pretty good gaps on either side of the blade at the pivot point.

This is an inexpensive knife and I have owned Sod Busters for years. This is my first CV model. The blade wobbled a bit when it first arrived. I had to seat it fully and it was then quite tight and well fit.

The edge left a bit to be desired but it took an incredible edge with very little effort.

Very light, tight blade, fairly attractive in appearance, relatively low price. Very sharp out of box. Overall good deal. Seems almost unnoticeable while in pocket.

Fits nice in pocket, good spring, quality blade. Good price for a case but still a little more than it should be with the composite handle.

I use it for fruits and it fits the bill. I like that it’s rubber so I just wash it under a faucet.

This is an exemplary knife with an astonishing large blade. This is the first blade/pocket knife I have ever bought, and it has shown that Victorinox is clearly able to exceed in the knife production line.

I did look at other brands such as Benchmade and Gerber, but I went with this one because of it’s size and that it’s only one enormous blade. What I also like is that the blade is lockable giving me some relief when I handle the knife.

I prefer using the hole which is integrated in the blade so I can easily open it with one hand instead of two. Gives me quicker access and it does make it look cooler when I open it. Makes it look “professional”.

I would definitely recommend this product to anyone who is lokking for a big hunting knife. It was actually bigger that I thought it would be when I recieved this product. And once again, I would DEFINITELY recommend this product.

I was looking for thin sharpening stone i could carry around. And of course I found the Double Stuff. It seemed to be the closest thing for the best price. To be honest I wasn’t really expecting all that much.

I figured that it was priced kind of high for reasons to do with convenience and sleekness and was probably more of a gimmick than a tool. But when the item arrived I was EXCELLENTLY surprised. This is well worth the $30 I paid.

both sides did exactly as you’d hope. And super fast! Not to mention that the leather holster is soft with an old fashioned feel that I find pretty cool. However, after a few very sharp knives, there I noticed a blemish on the fine side of the stone.

Although it was only a very small bump in the stone, it was enough to make a blade stutter and lose an edge. I was bummed. So I contacted Spyderco. and they very soon thereafter replied that they would gladly exchange it or refund half the value of it.

It was truly a pleasure doing business.

This is the second 55 I have owned, the first I lost while feeding cows. The knife is slim and fits well in my pocket for everyday use. Like most buck knives I’ve own, it came sharp and ready to use.

I count on my pocket knife each day, and don’t care for one that I can’t hold to task. This is a great knife with perfect dimensions for the pocket and great quality. Hope to pass on to my daughter.

I enjoy the classic wooden scaled lockback knives, and I needed a smaller profile knife for dressing small game, pheasants, and grouse. I like a clip point profile for this work, and my Buck 110 feels too big for the task.

While the 55 performs admirably with small game, I find myself wishing the blade was a touch longer (2 1/2 – 2 7/8 inches), and the handle is quite thin. (I wish I could order a Buck 501 with a clip point) It does, however, make an excellent EDC.

Perfect size to slip into a pocket, and gives a “gentleman’s knife” appearance in public. I do find myself reaching for a drop point blade for tough zip ties and plastic bubble packaging, but the 55 is also capable.

The 55 is advertised as being a half-sized 110. That is true in blade length, however, the handle is very thin and not proportional to the 110, and there are some other cosmetic differences. My example of the 55 has what looks like stained but bare walnut scales, and is not sealed like the 110.

I’ve had mine for a year, and it has held up, though I wonder if it will warp in the future. I have multiple Bucks including the 110, 501, 379, 316, and 284, but the 55 is my favorite for EDC. I plan to get the 503 next since I think I’d like a small classic drop point EDC.

My search continues for the perfect small game clip point knife. Not quite what I expected when I bought it, but I do think it is still a 5 star knife.

Its a perfect pocket knife very light perfect size razor sharp made in USA will last forever. just perfect like all buck knifes got my first buck knife in 1982. Buck 110 still have it still carry it is perfect too dont waist your money on anything else buy a buck !.

I bought this knife to replace the exact same knife I lost. It is the perfect pocket knife in every way. It’s plenty big enough for just about anything you would normally need a pocket knife for and is not loaded down with extra blades or accessories that you seldom use.

If you want a knife that is truly what a knife should be, a knife, then this is the knife for you. If you want multi-tool that weighs your pocket down, but just happens to have a knife blade hiding among all its seldom used accessories, this is not it.

it’s a knife, a real knife!.

I was a bit nervous about buying this after reading reviews about it being Chinese made,however I have other brands that are Chinese with no problems. Everything was tight and the back-spring was adequate, I’d have preferred it a bit tighter but that’s more personal preference than a fault.

I have also bought the 301 made in the USA (another supplier) and had to send it back because of a really weak back-spring. Blades were a little dull and required stropping hence the 4, should really be 4 1/2 I guess.

As always good service from The Buck Store.

The knife was advertised on your website as weighing 7 ozs. It clearly could not have weighed anything like this. Nowhere was there a mention that in reality it was a miniature knife and of very little practical use.

I wanted to replace a knife of yours that I lost. It was a very useful two blade knife that I cannot now see in your offer. A great shame if you no longer make this general purpose knife which was very useful and the right size.

I bought it about 5years ago. I it was 8/9cms long and had a rosewood body I think and a Buck metal badge. What is the nearest replacement. Chris cade.

Great little knife and a stunning design. Very good quality control, blade centered, smooth action. I would say it is a slicer, but it could have been even more fin arround the edge. It takes a little exercise to get yourself used with the opening, but than it becomes quite fidgety.

I have to Spydies with this carbon fiber laminate and I don’t particularly like it but it does the job. I would have seen this knife with a combination of titanium scales and micarta, something on the more premium combinations and I would have still paid the premium money.

I think the original scales are shadowing the potential of the knife. I will probably smoth a bit the flipping wheel and change the scales, maybe with something from Cuscadi. The wire clip is practical and efficient, but still the same observations, the knife can be more than practical and efficient.

It carries very well, it is very light but not flimsy.

This version solves the CQI problems. It is a slim pocket knife, less bulky than some. This has a thin blade with flat grind. The opening mechanism is different than other Spyderco models and will take a little practice and strength in the index finger.

There is a notch at the ricasso that I do not care for because it interferes with cutting cord or other materials that may catch in that spot. Perhaps the design was to make for more ease in sharpening.

It will take some attention when cutting to avoid snagging on the material in that region of the blade.

To me, this almost isn’t a Spyderco. It’s too sleek, Extremely light. No big Spyderco hole. Blade completely hidden when closed. If you’re digging for change in the same pocket as the knife, it’s so small you won’t even notice it.

But the blade length is all you will need. Flipper opening so smooth and quick, its almost like an automatic knife. Luv it.

Good all-around utility knife. Although there was a slight crack in the middle bottom of the handle under the center rivet, I do not think it will affect the use of the knife.

I have been carrying Opinels around on hikes for decades, in various sizes and steel types. The No. 7 is small and light but still functional. Go for the No 8 if you want a handier food prep knife. I also prefer the carbon steel to the stainless version: easier to sharpen.

I deduct one star because the wood handle tends to eventually swell / contract, so the lock ring does not always stay tight (or the blade is rather difficult to open). Can’t remember this happening to the same extent on previous / older versions.

I’ve been eyeing Opinel knives for 30 plus years, but have always been a Victorinox multinational knife fan. For fixed blades, I have a Morakniv carbon scout. The Opi #7 is the perfect compromise in blade size.

I couldn’t believe how light this knife is, perfect for my new ultralight ventures. Out of the box, it’s super sharp, and being carbon, easy to resharpen. I’ve been oiling the handle and blade, as recommended after each use.

Looking forward to many mushroom forays and camping adventures.

I am NOT an outdoorsman. I rarely leave my city. I work in an office. I do go on hikes from time to time. I have never needed a saw , but I often need scissors and Victorinox makes GREAT scissors. I thought I would not use the corkscrew but once I ordered a Victorinox eyeglass screwdriver that goes in the corkscrew it made the corkscrew very important.

I like the hook for getting leverage when pulling on a string or wire, or carrying paint cans. I use the small blade for opening packages and everyday cutting but save the large blade for heavier work.

The small screwdriver works as a Phillip’s in a pinch and the large flat head is always great for prying things open or to scrape at things. I use the Reamer/awl for scraping, or pocking holes in many things, and the tweezers are a MUST.

I dont use the toothpick for teeth, I use it for getting at little things I may have dropped into a crack or to maneuver a tiny object. I am a city guy, Dad and Grandpa so I use my Victorinox for cutting hockey tape, fixing glasses, opening packages, getting out slivers, snipping threads, turning screws and cutting rope.

So for me its all about the scissors , screwdrivers , and tweezers. The Climber is all of that and it small enough to sit comfortably in my pant pocket. I also love that people dont get scared when I bust out a Swiss army knife.

Its a great tool and an essential every day carry.

The Spartan is very similar to the Tinker (small), but it’s a must have for every collector. If you’re not a collector, the Spartan is almost a perfect EDC. I prefer my SAKs to have the scissors but not everyone wants/needs a scissors in their EDC.

If you won’t use the scissors, then your choice between Spartan and Tinker boils down to preference. corkscrew vs screwdriver. I’m not a huge fan of the perpendicular screwdriver so I prefer the corkscrew, which comes in handy for many things beyond opening a bottle of wine.

The corkscrew also allows you to add-on the tiny flathead screwdriver to repair your eyeglasses, which is a huge bonus for me. So I would take the Spartan over Tinker any day. The Spartan gives you a main blade for meal prep, a small blade for boxes and letters, plus the multi-tool layer for opening cans and lifting bottle caps.

And for the price, the Spartan is a no-brainer. You won’t regret buying this for yourself or as a gift for a loved one.

I’ve always been impressed by the design and quality of the Swiss army knives, having had a smaller one in the past, I knew exactly which tools I used and which I didn’t. The outrider looked like the perfect option and I couldn’t be happier with it.

I have owned it for over a year now and it has been by my side through many an adventure. I’ve used it for everything from cutting my nails to skinning deer. And now after the 3rd deer I feel impressed enough to write a review.

The blade although harder to sharpen holds an edge very well. Stand out features for me are the larger locking blade, the amazingly good scissors, and the can opener. Not to mention the saviour bottle opener, you never know when someone is going to show up with a bottle of wine and no means to get at the goods inside.

The only thing I’d change is to swap the position of the bottle opener for that of the can opener so the can opener would have the locking feature.

Great carry knife for the price point. Have had an original since 1981. Will own more. Also, great gift idea.

I got this knife in the mail yesterday and I am very happy to have it! It feels wonderful in my hand although its a bit smaller than I had expected (about the size of my index finger closed). It looks wonderfull and the blade was very sharp out of the box.

Its wonderfull to own a peice of american made steel! Great buy and fits perfect in my pocket without leaving a bulge!.

Gave this knife to my 13 year old son. My experience wiith cheaper knives is that the small blade is pretty sharp but the big one isn’t even close. Not the case here! Both blades come with a razor sharp edge.

I have had a number of these exact models over the years and feel like part of me is missing if I don’t have one in my pocket. TSA has claimed a couple when I forgot, I have given some to friends, and I have just plain lost a few.

I usually buy them a couple at a time so I have a backup. That is how much I depend on them. Usually get Red but got Yellow this time to hopefully cut down the loss issue. I use the scissors and nail file almost daily.

I never have to hunt for a knife to open a package. I still have my wisdom teeth with deep gum pockets around them, so the toothpick gets used a few times each day. They are small and unobtrusive in my pocket and I have never had one fail.

The closest I have come to having a failure is having to sharpen the knife blade on a couple that managed to stay with me long enough to need that, and that is saying something because they stay sharp.

For me, personally, they are perfect for my lifestyle and are a great value.

I ordered a standard classic red Swiss Army knife to replace one I lost. This particular model is very small, has some very useful tools, and even can be carried in a pair of dress pants without showing.

I like this knife so much I purchased 7 additional knives for family members. The price for the order was reasonable. I didn’t even know they offered the customization. I had their names imprinted on them.

I ordered the knives late on a SUNDAY night. It was remarkable because I received all 7 customized knives on a TUESDAY afternoon, shipped to my door! I wish all companies have products with their high quality and conduct themselves with such professionalism.

Outstanding job Victorinox! A+.

The Victorinox Executive 81 is the Victorinox rendition of the now discontinued Wenger Esquire. It is the identical knife with externally slotted tweezers & toothpick rather than the internally stowed Wenger ones.

The toothpick and tweezers are, in Victorinox fashion, longer and more robust than in the Wenger version. Also, the scissors follow the Wenger pattern being slightly serrated and lever rather than flimsy spring loaded.

All in all, a very slightly larger knife with larger tools than the Victorinox Classic SD but reallistically just as comfortable to carry.