Are SAK's underpriced?

steve-in-kville

steve-in-kville

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I've been checking out V'nox line of SAKs and was surprised that the Tinker can be had for less than $20 and even the Huntsman can be had for around $30. Figuring a new Leatherman Wave averages $70 new, the SAKs appear to be an excellent value. I realize it isn't a fair comparision, but a SAK is basically a toolbox that can be dropped into your pocket.

Am I missing something here? Is V-nox's warranty not as good as most?

steve
 
From everything I've heard their warranty is very forgiving, but I've never in almost 35 yrs. of edc-ing (new word?) Vic's largest, I 've never had to use it. Sure have used the tools though!
I've always thought they were a good bang for the $$.

Larry S.
 
klattman said:
Leatherman wave is currently 54.99 at target stores. Not 70 anymore. :p
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If I'm not mistaken, cheapest price on the web for the Wave was $65???

But anyway, still curious about the SAK's and if anyone has ever had to use their warrenty. Also would like to know if they come with sheaths or at least where to find one that fits.

steve
 
I would say they are. Just picked up a Victorinox Soldier for $13.77 at Target, probably the same deal as powells85 and a real steal.
 
enkidu said:
I would say they are. Just picked up a Victorinox Soldier for $13.77 at Target, probably the same deal as powells85 and a real steal.
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Yup... wasn't gonna pass that one up :D
 
Geez guys, keep it down. Victorinox gets wind of this thet might jump their prices. :rolleyes:

They are MUCH better than the price reflects.

Paul
 
guy g said:
Its called mass marketing.
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BINGO!

It's not for crappy warranty, or substandard quality. They are possibly the largest knife manufacturer in the world. They can charge alot less then they do now and still make millions.

The waranty is fine from all I have heard, though I have never had to use it myself.

Victorinox makes excellent sheaths that can be purchased online for a low price.
-Kevin
 
I think their price reflects the superior functionality of the leatherman type multitools. It does not seem to be reasonable that an SAK cost as much as the much more flexible and better designed multitool. That being said, there is something classic about the SAK, like an old '50s or '60s sportscar, and I would not be without mine.
 
Ramirez said:
I think their price reflects the superior functionality of the leatherman type multitools. It does not seem to be reasonable that an SAK cost as much as the much more flexible and better designed multitool. That being said, there is something classic about the SAK, like an old '50s or '60s sportscar, and I would not be without mine.
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Better designed? Only if you just want the tools. SAK's are certainly better designed knives, although multi-tools may be better designed tools.
-Kevin
 
I have to say that for the money, I think Victorinox produces an excellent product. That, and I'm not sure what the gist of this post is.... :confused:
 
If you want a well designed multi tool, look no further than the Swiss Tool line.

Paul
 
point taken Kevin. SAKS are better designed knives, if you need tools, then multitools are the way to go.
 
steve-in-kville said:
But anyway, still curious about the SAK's and if anyone has ever had to use their warrenty. Also would like to know if they come with sheaths or at least where to find one that fits.
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Ten years ago I sent a 25 old year sak back which was in general disrepair with a broken blade. It was I believe the Champ. It had everything on it. I bought the knife second hand in 1969. It took about a month to hear from the American distributor who told me I could have their current top of the line model, free of charge or it could be sent back to Switzerland for a refurb. I elected to go for the refurb, also free of charge. Three months later I received my knife back and it was like brand new. New scales etc - everything top notch. A week later I lent it to my son who promptly lost it. Sometimes I think I shoulda raised pigs. At least I woulda got pork chops. :)
 
I looked at all the various multi-tools, and in fact own 3 or 4. I think my favorite is the spydeco tool. The truth is that I usually carry my 20 y/o SAK and a small pair of vice grips. Think about it, how many of the tools do you really use? :confused:
 
Well and let's think about it this way: They all have the same steel and the same parts.

Think about it: to make a Tinker, a Super Tinker, and a Deluxe Tinker you need the exact same set of tools and materials.

All you need are the backspacers and blades and a pair of plastic scales. You can build it in any configuration you want.

SAKs are 90% modular I bet. Hence I imagine they are very easy to make.
 
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