How do you guys store your multitools?

Chako · **Reply #150 on:** June 07, 2009, 04:56:48 AM

Well well well...this is interesting. I know nothing about SAKs and am honest enough to admit it.

I was doing some research and found that my fireman didn't look like the model photographs on the internet. After visiting Victorinox's home site, and much comparing, it looks like I don't have a fireman after all, but a huntsman.

Now here is the odd thing, it said fireman on the package.

Here is the proof.

It even says fireman on the back side also.

Anyone every come across this error in packaging before?

Nikos · **Reply #151 on:** June 07, 2009, 12:02:26 PM

Hmmm... You are correct in that SAK being a Huntsman. It could be a Canadian naming thing or other. I've only found that "fireman" on [Canadian Tire].

Benner · **Reply #152 on:** June 07, 2009, 12:31:04 PM

Some SAK's names vary in different parts of the world.

Chako · **Reply #153 on:** June 07, 2009, 01:12:31 PM

Hmmmm. I went to a giant Canadian E-tailer and found their huntsman model identical to the one I bought at Canadian Tire.

I do not think it’s a Canadian naming convention seeing that only the ones at Canadian tire are so labeled (but I could be wrong). Is it possible that an error was made somehow when they printed off a batch for Canadian Tire? On the back of the packaging is states in fine legal print:

"Distributed by/Distribue par
Victorinox-Switzerland
North York, Ontario.
Printed in Canada."

If it is not an error...man..could SAK naming get any more confusing?

Benner · **Reply #154 on:** June 07, 2009, 01:17:24 PM

Quote from: Chako on June 07, 2009, 01:12:31 PM

Hmmmm. I went to a giant Canadian E-tailer and found their huntsman model identical to the one I bought at Canadian Tire.

I do not think it’s a Canadian naming convention seeing that only the ones at Canadian tire are so labeled (but I could be wrong). Is it possible that an error was made somehow when they printed off a batch for Canadian Tire?

If it is not an error...man..could SAK naming get any more confusing?

I very very much doubt it's an error. Tim knows all about these things. I'll PM him the link and see if he can help out.

Chako · **Reply #155 on:** June 07, 2009, 01:19:12 PM

Thanks Benner. I just added a little more info as an edit in my previous post.

Just noticed this thread getting off topic...sorry about that.

So...guess these are going to be stored on the middle glass shelf.

nuphoria · **Reply #156 on:** June 07, 2009, 03:50:50 PM

Hey Chako, don't worry about the topic, but I'm happy to get back to it and say your cabinet is fabulous!
Those knifes are just beautiful - damn shame the maker is no longer with us

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #157 on:** June 07, 2009, 03:53:47 PM

Quote from: Chako on June 07, 2009, 01:19:12 PM

Thanks Benner. I just added a little more info as an edit in my previous post.

Just noticed this thread getting off topic...sorry about that.

So...guess these are going to be stored on the middle glass shelf.

Because that would be a terrible sin here wouldn't it

Gareth · **Reply #158 on:** June 07, 2009, 04:25:36 PM

While Canada has had some different names for some SAKs: Lumberjack became a Plumber, Eco-Recruit became the Driver for example, it seems odd that they would use a name that was already in use for a totally different SAK.

I hope someone has an answer.

Chako · **Reply #159 on:** June 07, 2009, 04:56:05 PM

I agree. The man was talented. He even did his own leather work. I can admire them considering another of my hobbies is leather crafting.

Yeah, not sure if it’s a misprint on the name, or is it the model designation in my neck of the woods.

As for the topic...I stand corrected.

felinevet · **Reply #160 on:** June 08, 2009, 04:02:39 AM

Quote from: Benner on June 07, 2009, 01:17:24 PM

Quote from: Chako on June 07, 2009, 01:12:31 PM
Hmmmm. I went to a giant Canadian E-tailer and found their huntsman model identical to the one I bought at Canadian Tire.

I do not think it’s a Canadian naming convention seeing that only the ones at Canadian tire are so labeled (but I could be wrong). Is it possible that an error was made somehow when they printed off a batch for Canadian Tire?

If it is not an error...man..could SAK naming get any more confusing?

I very very much doubt it's an error. Tim knows all about these things. I'll PM him the link and see if he can help out.

Sorry I don't have any info on this. Maybe Def does?

Benner · **Reply #161 on:** June 08, 2009, 07:28:40 PM

Oh Def!!!!!!!!!!

Nikos · **Reply #162 on:** June 08, 2009, 08:37:03 PM

I can literally hear the sound of "Oh Def"...

Flash · **Reply #163 on:** June 08, 2009, 08:45:28 PM

Quote from: noth on June 08, 2009, 08:37:03 PM

I can literally hear the sound of "Oh Def"...

But he cant hear you as he is Def

AHB · **Reply #164 on:** June 08, 2009, 08:51:07 PM

Quote from: Flash (but will answer to Nick) on June 08, 2009, 08:45:28 PM

Quote from: noth on June 08, 2009, 08:37:03 PM
I can literally hear the sound of "Oh Def"...

But he cant hear you as he is Def

And... we're still off topic...

(way off...)

DaveK · **Reply #165 on:** June 09, 2009, 12:16:55 AM

The new "Big Red Toolbox" (TM) is practically full

I have some serious choices to make soon.

Pacu · **Reply #166 on:** June 09, 2009, 12:17:44 AM

Quote from: AHB on June 08, 2009, 08:51:07 PM

Quote from: Flash (but will answer to Nick) on June 08, 2009, 08:45:28 PM
Quote from: noth on June 08, 2009, 08:37:03 PM
I can literally hear the sound of "Oh Def"...

But he cant hear you as he is Def
And... we're still off topic... (way off...)

I need to buy some cat litter and a tap and die set.

Pacu · **Reply #167 on:** June 09, 2009, 12:19:26 AM

Quote from: DaveK on June 09, 2009, 12:16:55 AM

The new "Big Red Toolbox" (TM) is practically full

I have some serious choices to make soon.

I can be your overseas storage...low rates

I'll even take the tools out for a spin once and a while.

DaveK · **Reply #168 on:** June 09, 2009, 12:28:34 AM

That's a kind offer Pacu, but, errr, how can I put this

No. thanks

I'm going to have to add another section, maybe a roller cabinet. The logistics of getting them up and down the stairs scares me quite a lot.

Benner · **Reply #169 on:** June 09, 2009, 12:29:39 AM

Best get the floor supported well mate.

DaveK · **Reply #170 on:** June 09, 2009, 12:30:48 AM

That is a genuine concern, it weighs a bloody ton already. Need to think this one through.

Pffft - yeah right.

Benner · **Reply #171 on:** June 09, 2009, 12:32:47 AM

Just turf the kids out and convert the bedroom into a MT shrine.

DaveK · **Reply #172 on:** June 09, 2009, 12:38:47 AM

My daughter already is I think.

We were comparing tools the other day, and she now has:

Surge
Wave
PST II
Micra
Green Cadet
Other Green Vic SAK (she likes green)
A couple of cheapy MTs, one of which is hald decent, but has no brand name on it. She bought it off a squadie on ebay (she's 13 FFS)

Makes yer proud doesn't it? We were out walking the other day, and SWMBO needed to cut the tag off a scarf she bought, I was reaching for my Charge but was beaten by daughter with her PST II

cliosguy · **Reply #173 on:** June 09, 2009, 12:45:23 AM

Quote from: DaveK on June 09, 2009, 12:38:47 AM

My daughter already is I think.

We were comparing tools the other day, and she now has:

Surge
Wave
PST II
Micra
Green Cadet
Other Green Vic SAK (she likes green)
A couple of cheapy MTs, one of which is hald decent, but has no brand name on it. She bought it off a squadie on ebay (she's 13 FFS)

Makes yer proud doesn't it? We were out walking the other day, and SWMBO needed to cut the tag off a scarf she bought, I was reaching for my Charge but was beaten by daughter with her PST II

now thats something to be proud of

AHB · **Reply #174 on:** June 26, 2009, 09:11:09 PM

BUMP...

With all those new members at MT.O, someone must have something to add....

Nikos · **Reply #175 on:** June 26, 2009, 09:50:20 PM

I reckon this one would be buried in Ben's tarantula thread, so I'd better repost it here since people seem to love Craftsman stuff: Craftsman giant toolbox [clicky].

AHB · **Reply #176 on:** June 26, 2009, 09:55:50 PM

Quote from: noth on June 26, 2009, 09:50:20 PM

I reckon this one would be buried in Ben's tarantula thread, so I'd better repost it here since people seem to love Craftsman stuff: Craftsman giant toolbox [clicky].

I bet that can store more than one SURGE!! & MINI!!

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