Author Topic: Spirit owners club (Read 37919 times)

Dunc · « **on:** March 08, 2009, 01:22:35 PM »

I've done a couple of threads in the past about the Swisstool so I thought I'd start one about the Spirit . I will try and include as many facts as I can and as the thread grows then perhaps you guys may be able to add to it and any gaps we can ask Victorinox direct for info .

There are three main models in the Spirit range , these are

Std with scissors and blunt tip wavy edge blade ( butter knife as we've come to call it ) Model number 3.0227. ( U.S 53800 )

S model with plain edge blade instead of scissors . Model number 3.0223. ( U.S 53809 )

New model with plain edge blade instead of blunt tipped wavy edge blade .Model number 3.0224 (U.S. Model #53814 Designated the Spirit X )

The 'S' model also comes in black finish with a model number of 3.0223.3 ( U.S 53815 ) . I'm not 100% certain but I think the last number ( 3 ) designates black finish .

There is also another Spirit Virsion of the X model thats issued to the Swiss Army .It has a Black oxide finish and while it has the same tools as the "X" ( scissors and plain blade ) it has blasting cap crimpers in the plier jaws . Model Number is 3.0224.3cch

An L (leather ) or N ( Nylon ) will also dictate what sheath it comes with i.e 3.0223.L would be a Spirit 'S' in a Leather sheath .

Quite why the U.S has to have a different set of model numbers to the rest of the world escapes me

Heres an example of the two different model numbers

Spirit compared size wise to other multis .... pst , Blast and original Swisstool

Difference in blade config between std ( on left ) and a 'S' model ( on right )

Now this is interesting , the Spirits jaws open wider then the 05 pliers on a Swisstool but the handles are closer together making it much easier to hold

last up heres a couple of the Spirit in the hand to give those of you who are thinking about getting one an idea of the size .

Dunc

Mr. Whippy · « **Reply #1 on:** March 08, 2009, 01:27:25 PM »

Nice shots.

My biggest complaint about the Spirit is actually the SHAPE of the sheath. It is quite square and box-like which means it catches on everything. It became such a bother, that I don't EDC it much. I gotta find a better sheath for me.

Styerman · « **Reply #2 on:** March 08, 2009, 04:39:34 PM »

Cant say I'm impressed by the stock sheath either . I made a dangler sheath for mine , or I just coopt a suitable mag pouch when needed .

Chris

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · « **Reply #3 on:** March 08, 2009, 05:15:54 PM »

Good work Dunc mate

J-sews · « **Reply #4 on:** March 08, 2009, 05:28:12 PM »

Yes Dunc, great bit of work compiling all the Spirit info into one thread

Regarding the Spirit S, has anyone seen one in a stainless finish yet?

Leatherman123 · « **Reply #5 on:** March 08, 2009, 05:37:45 PM »

Yeah, and I have one.. DTH has one as well; ya'know, the one you put the pocket clip on..

J-sews · « **Reply #6 on:** March 08, 2009, 05:41:49 PM »

Oops, sorry, I meant this new one here:

Quote from: dunc5 on March 08, 2009, 01:22:35 PM

I've done a couple of threads in the past about the Swisstool so I thought I'd start one about the Spirit . I will try and include as many facts as I can and as the thread grows then perhaps you guys may be able to add to it and any gaps we can ask Victorinox direct for info .

There are three main models in the Spirit range , these are

Std with scissors and blunt tip wavy edge blade ( butter knife as we've come to call it ) Model number 3.0227. ( U.S 53800 )

S model with plain edge blade instead of scissors . Model number 3.0223. ( U.S 53809 )

New model with plain edge blade instead of blunt tipped wavy edge blade .Model number 3.0224 ( Not available in the U.S yet)

The 'S' model also comes in black finnish with a model number of 3.0223.3 ( U.S 53815 ) . I'm not 100% certain but I think the last number ( 3 ) designates black finnish .

Mike · « **Reply #7 on:** March 08, 2009, 07:17:05 PM »

Dunc,
I have a Stainless Steel Spirit S model with the same blades as your black finished model you have shown purchased from Tim(felinevet) a year

... or so ago. My model number is 3.0223.L (53809).

Very comfortable to use and with good tool options.

Mike

Dunc · « **Reply #8 on:** March 08, 2009, 07:31:15 PM »

Quote from: mike on March 08, 2009, 07:17:05 PM

Dunc,
I have a Stainless Steel Spirit S model with the same blades as your black finished model you have shown purchased from Tim(felinevet) a year ... or so ago. My model number is 3.0223.L (53809).

Very comfortable to use and with good tool options.

Mike

Do you EDC it Mike ? If not what do you choose in its place ?

Magic Bus · « **Reply #9 on:** March 08, 2009, 07:33:44 PM »

I recently got the Plus model with ratchet kit in leather sheath no. 3.0239L

Dunc · « **Reply #10 on:** March 08, 2009, 07:37:32 PM »

Quote from: J-sews on March 08, 2009, 05:41:49 PM

Oops, sorry, I meant this new one here:

Quote from: dunc5 on March 08, 2009, 01:22:35 PM
I've done a couple of threads in the past about the Swisstool so I thought I'd start one about the Spirit . I will try and include as many facts as I can and as the thread grows then perhaps you guys may be able to add to it and any gaps we can ask Victorinox direct for info .

There are three main models in the Spirit range , these are

Std with scissors and blunt tip wavy edge blade ( butter knife as we've come to call it ) Model number 3.0227. ( U.S 53800 )

S model with plain edge blade instead of scissors . Model number 3.0223. ( U.S 53809 )

New model with plain edge blade instead of blunt tipped wavy edge blade .Model number 3.0224 ( Not available in the U.S yet)

The 'S' model also comes in black finnish with a model number of 3.0223.3 ( U.S 53815 ) . I'm not 100% certain but I think the last number ( 3 ) designates black finnish .

Bob the only model available in Black is the 'S' Model number 3.0223.3 ( U.S 53815 ) which is suplied to the Dutch Army as far as I know it .

Dunc

Mike · « **Reply #11 on:** March 08, 2009, 07:38:16 PM »

Quote from: dunc5 on March 08, 2009, 07:31:15 PM

Quote from: mike on March 08, 2009, 07:17:05 PM
Dunc,
I have a Stainless Steel Spirit S model with the same blades as your black finished model you have shown purchased from Tim(felinevet) a year ... or so ago. My model number is 3.0223.L (53809).

Very comfortable to use and with good tool options.

Mike

Do you EDC it Mike ? If not what do you choose in its place ?

I have it in my bag that I take to work with me, not that big of place so it's always nearby. Occassionally I carry it in my back pocket. I also have a SwissTool RS in my pickup and I leave an LM Blast at work just in case I forget my bag.

Mike

Nikos · « **Reply #12 on:** March 08, 2009, 07:38:42 PM »

Quote from: J-sews on March 08, 2009, 05:41:49 PM

Oops, sorry, I meant this new one here:

Quote from: dunc5 on March 08, 2009, 01:22:35 PM
New model with plain edge blade instead of blunt tipped wavy edge blade .Model number 3.0224 ( Not available in the U.S yet)

If you're asking if model 3.0224 comes in stainless finish, that's the only finish it comes in atm. $:-\$

Dunc · « **Reply #13 on:** March 08, 2009, 07:41:17 PM »

Quote from: Magic Bus on March 08, 2009, 07:33:44 PM

I recently got the Plus model with ratchet kit in leather sheath no. 3.0239L

Yes add that to the list

With rachet and extension bar

Dunc

J-sews · « **Reply #14 on:** March 08, 2009, 08:12:06 PM »

Thanks