I think the general consensus is that Victorinox has better fit and finish.... but Wenger does the crazy/specialty stuff.Does it matter? You end up with both sides of it anyway...
I like them both. I have both in my growing collection.I tend to find Wenger a bit more interesting due to some of their odd ball specialty items.Victorinox has some interesting designs also, and I find their fit and finish a tad higher then Wengers, even though both are now owned by Victorinox.Am I the only one right now on the prowl for a Wenger Bernina, or a Wenger minotaur?
I wouldn't worry about the companies as much as just finding a specific model you like. Vic and Wenger are both putting out great products now, and I doubt you will be disappointed in either. Having 2 companies just gives you more SAKs to choose from. The main issues that come up about Vic vs. Wenger are usually about the specific implementation of certain features, such as: scissors, can openers/phillips drivers, bottle openers, locks, nail files, size, and scales. Wenger developed a bad rep for quality, but I think their quality has been comparable to Vic for quite a few years now. With recent SAKs, I think many people are more mistaking "feel" for quality. That's my take on things anyway. Your best bet is to just buy a cheap basic model from each company from FelineVet and check out the differences firsthand and see which you prefer.
If you want a really rare/exotic Wenger you need Def's toilet SAK or the one for adjusting braces. Neither do I expect to ever own.
Toilet SAK? Orthodontist SAK? Never heard of those.
Quote from: Neil on August 01, 2009, 05:39:19 PMIf you want a really rare/exotic Wenger you need Def's toilet SAK or the one for adjusting braces. Neither do I expect to ever own.Pictures?
One thing no-one has mentioned yet is the difference in size. The standard Vic is 91mm long the Wenger is 85mm long. I have nothing against Wenger, indeed I own a few, but I a Vic man myself. That is a matter of personal preference though. I'd recommend a Vic over a Wenger as a first SAK but no-one would be upset at the quality of a new Wenger.