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Tell me about the Vic Spirit
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Good tools, as Vics go, but with some negatives. The scissors are too small, about the same size as on the Classic, compounded by they also don't open very wide. The only thing they work well on is like string or fishing line, otherwise all but useless, IMHO. There is no ruler, something I use from time to time on other M-Ts. Despite the smaller size, it doesn't really fit my pockets because of the shape and requires belt carry.
Other than that, it's really well made, the pliers are comfortable to use, more ergonomic than most. The Spirit is worth serious consideration.
In spite of its minor shortcomings (and all multitools have some), the Spirit has been my favorite of several that I own and a steady edc for over two years. The build quality is excellent and the array of implements is useful and practical. I like that I can access all of them without unfolding the tool. Although a bit smaller than others it can handle hard use, in my experience.
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I like the ergonomics and compact size of the Spirit. Also, it's small enough that it I find it comfortable for pocket carry.
Taking a critical look at the Spirit, there are few things that I'd like to see improved.
The Phillips driver is a bit unusual in shape and is a bit more prone to slip than the Phillips driver on Leatherman multi-tools.
The wire cutters work for hardwire but they get stuck on some stranded wire.
The main criticism that I have about the Spirit is the unusual blade shape.
If you want a drop point blade, you might consider the Spirit S. It has a drop point blade instead of the scissors.
On the plus side.... The selection of tools is excellent though. And it has the same excellent fit and finish as the SwissTool (just in a smaller and more ergonomic package).
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Taking a critical look at the Spirit, there are few things that I'd like to see improved.
The Phillips driver is a bit unusual in shape and is a bit more prone to slip than the Phillips driver on Leatherman multi-tools.
The wire cutters work for hardwire but they get stuck on some stranded wire.
The main criticism that I have about the Spirit is the unusual blade shape.
If you want a drop point blade, you might consider the Spirit S. It has a drop point blade instead of the scissors.
On the plus side.... The selection of tools is excellent though. And it has the same excellent fit and finish as the SwissTool (just in a smaller and more ergonomic package).
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I would agree with the above critique. In my experience though, the philips doesn't seem to slip enough to get my attention. If it did, it could be squared off more without much trouble. The odd knife blade can be easily ground and beveled into a regular plain edge if you prefer, which I did in about 30 minutes. It's not as nice as a regular blade, but it's an easy imptrovement. I'm thinking of trying to shape the tip into a sort of wharncliff too.
I wish the Spirit S had deleted the serrated blade and kept the scissors.
I wish the Spirit S had deleted the serrated blade and kept the scissors.
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I think that the spirit is definately one of the best "pocketable" multitools. It is very durable for its size and contains a good variety of implements. The scissors never bothered me much, but ymmv. My only real gripes are the aformentioned phillips screwdriver and I really wish the was more of a medium sized flathead screwdriver. The bottle opener screwdriver is too big in some cases and there really isn't a size on the spirit that's a step down. Other than that, I like the spirit and recomend it to anyone who wants a compact yet tough multitool.
I love my Spirit. All of the negitives posted are valid..... but to my the positives out way them all.
The sissors are small, but they work great for zip ties. It goes through them with ease. We all know how peskie those zip ties can be. It's nice to have a good, safe way to cut through them.
The blade is wiered but it cuts like a champ. Most of us carry a folder also so I can deal with it. It makes a grea utility blade.
All the tools come out when the tools is closed, I love that! If you can find a way to put a clip on it, (I welded mine on) that just makes it perfect for me!
The sissors are small, but they work great for zip ties. It goes through them with ease. We all know how peskie those zip ties can be. It's nice to have a good, safe way to cut through them.
The blade is wiered but it cuts like a champ. Most of us carry a folder also so I can deal with it. It makes a grea utility blade.
All the tools come out when the tools is closed, I love that! If you can find a way to put a clip on it, (I welded mine on) that just makes it perfect for me!
I've found my spirit to be a wonderful addition to my riding pack. Its extremely corrosion resistant and has the quality we all know and love from victorinox. Not to even mention the ergonomics. The locks for the tools has yet to fail me and I (personally) love the blade shape; great for food prep and overall very classy with the traditional razor style. I don't know what everybody is complaining about with the scissors though... Leather belt pound is top notch too. Overall I give this tool two blades up!
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While I stand by my opinion about the disappointing scissors, +1 on the blade. Like others, at first I was put off, but after a few weeks of use really got to appreciate it. It could well be ideal for a multi-tool knife blade, or at least a good option. To the skeptical; give it a try.
You might feel the same.
i also heard bad things about the wire cutters, like supratentorial said they dont work well on stranded wires, and i heard that they couldnt cut normal wire fences..dont know if thats true though
.anyway i think the blade is not a big problem because i think nearly everybody here carries a different knife too anyway, but i still dont like the blade
.anyway i think the blade is not a big problem because i think nearly everybody here carries a different knife too anyway, but i still dont like the blade
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Another consideration is that it is the least spendy of any of the big boy multitools (Wave, Sog, etc.). Can often be had from ebay for under $50 shipped. I have several flavors of multitool, and the Spirit is probably my favorite.