victorinox swisstool info

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billyp

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was thinking about buying a swisstool to replace an older non-locking gerber that was stolen. figured that i would throw this question out here as this seems to be the place to talk about knives. any info you guys have would be greatly apprciated.

billyp
 
I've got a Swisstool :barf: and it's so bad
I won't sell or give it away. don't have any
friends I mad at just now.

If you wanf a multi tool look at the Leatherman
supertool, pulse or sog tools. Not shiny but
they take real work in stride. ;)
 
Definately go for the Leatherman Super Tool, I had one:), lost it:(, got a Wave to replace it:D, Was eventualy disappointed:(.

Not that it wasn't a quality piece, I think all Tim Leathermans products are fantastic, I just didn't like the fact that you couldn't really lock the tools, and believe it or not, I actually used the rulers.:)
 
Originally posted by Tightwad
I've got a Swisstool :barf: and it's so bad
I won't sell or give it away. don't have any
friends I mad at just now.

If you wanf a multi tool look at the Leatherman
supertool, pulse or sog tools. Not shiny but
they take real work in stride. ;)
Click to expand...

For us mere mortals, the swisstool works extremely well. I guess if I ever have to clear a whole forest, dig a mine, and start smelting steel using only a multi-tool, I'll keep Tightwad's advice in mind.
 
other than you hate it and would give it away if you could. why do you hate it that much, what were the bad points.
from the reviews i read in the above post it seems a pretty solid tool. but thye dont seem to show much real world use of the tool, like after its been on 10000 fishing trips, and still has no wobble in the pliars part etc. i want to know if this tool is going to work when i need it to and not break under normal circumstances. thanks again for all the input guys its been helpful.

Billyp
 
As you see, you'll find many differing opinions.
I own four Leatherman tools, one Gerber, and one Victorinox. The Victorinox has a much more substantial/solid feel to it. Nothing wobbles in the open or closed position.
The tools are readily available without opening the pliers. They also only open one at a time...no "clumping".
The screwdrivers open to a more centered position to the handle. This makes it much easier to stay on the screw.
the only real shortcoming to the Swiss Tool is the weight. It is a bit on the heavy side.

The best advice I can give you is to handle several different tools if you can. Only you know what is acceptable quality wise and feature wise for your use.

Paul
 
I have one and it is great!.One of the biggest things I have agaisnt the swisstool is its weight. It is quite heavy. Some may see that as a plus though. I found the pliers sufficent but the wire cutters are not that great. I tried to cut a penny with them and it was a bit harder than I thought.

I was going to post more before realizing the reviews had pretty much covered everything already.
 
Hey Tightwad,

If you need to be mad at someone so you can get rid of it, I can start tossing insults or step on your foot or something. I could use a spare.

I absolutely love my Swisstool X. Got rid of my Wave as soon as I got the Swisstool, and I've never regretted it, even considering I got ripped off on it (knowingly) pretty bad.

You know how you're not supposed to use a multitool as a substitute for a toolbox, it's just a quickfix? Screw that, I say. I'm a college student, I can't lug a toolbox around with me. I have a Swisstool X Plus, a hammer, a knife (well, a handful of knives), and a bag full of hex bits and sockets. That's IT. I've yet to find anything I can't do. And if it does break -- I can't see that happening if you use it right -- then I'm sure Victorinox would take good care of you.

James
 
I like my Swisstool. The weight has never been a problem because I carry it in my backpack anyway.

I don't use it everyday nor is it an EDC by any means but when I've used it's performed just fine.

I prefer the locking screwdrivers on the Swisstool as opposed to the 'slipjoint' style of locking on the Wave.
 
I have both the Swisstool and the Supertool 200 (I also had an original Supertool). The Supertool 200 is a very good tool (a big improvement in handle comfort over the original Supertool), but I like the Swisstool better. It is much easier to get to the tools on the Swisstool (no unfolding of the handles, no awkward levers or unfolding tools to unlock the tool you are using, and no tool clumbing).


-Frank
 
thanks for all the info, that is the stuff i was looking for, really apprciate everyones input:).

Billyp
 
billyp, The swisstool WAS my first choice. Was.

What do I find to be lacking......
Pliers....good for very little
tools.....to rounded and soft steel.
open spread....to wide for my rather large hand.:eek:
shiny finish.....slick when wet or greasy.

And last but not least......a cut from slipped
pliers that required surgry to repair.

NONE of the above issues have EVER happened with
my Supertool or pulse while I was using (wrong
even!) them. I don't use them as toolboxes just
a heck of a step saver which is what they are supposed to be:D
 
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