Swisstool Poll!

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **on:** May 19, 2008, 10:26:30 PM

For me it's the X, as I feel it's the model with the most utility, and most able to cope with the little jobs that come up from time to time

(BTW I did think about adding the 2 Spirit model's, but they really are different animal's to my mind

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Roadie · **Reply #1 on:** May 19, 2008, 10:28:38 PM

Only handled the Std version but hopefully after the meetup i'll have a better feel for the differences. I do think the X would provide the best of both worlds though

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #2 on:** May 19, 2008, 10:30:46 PM

Funnily enough, I'm thinking of getting a Standard to use really hard as I tend to baby my X a bit as it was a gift from my folks

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #3 on:** May 20, 2008, 01:07:11 AM

I wasn't initially interested in the RS since I never thought I`d need the serrated cutter any more than the serrated blade. I also think all multis should have scissors, so for the longest time I thought the X was the best one. Then I got an RS in a trade- I had no particular interest in it, even then, but I took it anyway because a friend wanted something I had, and I was really pleased with it. It arrived shortly before I went on my vacation last year and I used it almost exclusively. I started to like it almost instantly and it's been my preferred model ever since.

Def

ufox9al · **Reply #4 on:** May 20, 2008, 01:17:09 AM

I like the X since I use both scissors and metal file/saw. One PE blade is enough for my needs.

Leatherman123 · **Reply #5 on:** May 20, 2008, 01:23:58 AM

Well, I like all of them but to be honest I prefer the RS. I like the RS better because I hate the SwissTool files ( except the Spirit's).. I also think the belt cutter is far more useful. Another thing I don't like about the STD. is how the serrated blade has a point. I would rather have a rounded tip just in case I needed to save someone etc. Also, I LOVE how the belt cutter on the RS doesn't have the pointy serrations like on my STD. models. I have not had good luck with that pattern of serrations.. The RS is by far my favorite SwissTool! But, to be honest, I like the Spirit more than the SwissTools. I like small size and just all of the features. I find the file to be better and I prefer needle nose pliers because of their versatility. Well, they are not needle nose but a lot more so than the SwissTools! One more thing, I like the chisel on the Spirit more also! I like how it has the corner sharpened and even how the wire scraper is far bigger than on the SwissTools.

Travis Autry · **Reply #6 on:** May 20, 2008, 02:44:54 AM

I have both an Original and an X. For several years I EDC'd the X. The scissors were very useful in the job I had.
These days I find the serrated blade on my Original much more useful, so I had to choose that one for the poll.

I am situational in my preferences. I tend to keep my X for Sunday and other off work times. If I expect hard use, I want my Original. The same applies to my companion pocket knives, some I carry for work and some at other times.

Swiss Man · **Reply #7 on:** May 20, 2008, 03:16:41 AM

Truth be known I am a fan of the original. I owned the RS once but didn't like the tool trade. I have a Spirit that I EDC so that is my new love.

Leatherman123 · **Reply #8 on:** May 20, 2008, 04:09:13 AM

But, why don't you like the RS exactly? It has a serrated blade and scissors.

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #9 on:** May 20, 2008, 04:26:41 AM

He knows- where do you think I got my RS from?

Def

Leatherman123 · **Reply #10 on:** May 20, 2008, 04:50:14 AM

LOL! IMO, the serrated belt cutter works better than the SwissTool serrated blade any day!

parnass · **Reply #11 on:** May 20, 2008, 05:48:00 AM

The X has the tools I need most.

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #12 on:** May 20, 2008, 10:17:12 AM

Good to see the X on top

WhichDawg · **Reply #13 on:** May 20, 2008, 02:23:19 PM

I got my RS because it was highly rated for survival and EDC on many forums and I'm glad I did.
it has everything I would like and as far as the quality, I don't have to preach to the choir!

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #14 on:** May 20, 2008, 03:14:13 PM

Quote from: WhichDawg on May 20, 2008, 02:23:19 PM

I got my RS because it was highly rated for survival and EDC on many forums and I'm glad I did.
it has everything I would like and as far as the quality, I don't have to preach to the choir!

Like you say mate, no preaching required mate, we all know how great the the Swiss~~tank~~ eh tool, really is

tango44 · **Reply #15 on:** May 20, 2008, 04:03:14 PM

The X model because the scissors.

Dunc · **Reply #16 on:** May 20, 2008, 09:33:42 PM

I have two Std's and one RS . I used to have an X model but that went to live with another forum member . I'm not a huge fan of the Swisstools file but I do like two blades and especially a blunt tip serrated blade so the RS is a natural choice for me . Second choice would be the Std with the X coming in third .The curved belt cutter on the RS out performs many other expensive rescue knives and will cut through rope , clothing , webbing with ease and is easy to sharpen on a Spyderco Sharpmaker , just a shame its not one handed opening although I doubt it ever will due to the amount of European countries banning one handed opening .
Despite being around for over ten years the Swisstool is still one of the best Multitools on the market and some (

) would consider the best .

Dunc

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #17 on:** May 20, 2008, 10:12:21 PM

Quote from: dunc5 on May 20, 2008, 09:33:42 PM

Despite being around for over ten years the Swisstool is still one of the best Multitools on the market and some ( ) would consider the best .

Dunc

Put me down in the 'ST is the best' catagory mate

Viking · **Reply #18 on:** May 21, 2008, 01:45:18 AM

While not a huge fan of the Swisstool, I picked the Original because it doesn't have the scissors. I've never used the scissors on any multi that I've owned.

Leatherman123 · **Reply #19 on:** May 21, 2008, 01:52:59 AM

Then how come you just didn't buy an ALX or an XTi? Then, you would have had an extra bit driver!

Viking · **Reply #20 on:** May 21, 2008, 02:27:37 AM

I do have the XTi. I got it used from our good friend Supertentorial. It's in my GHB.

scrappy · **Reply #21 on:** May 21, 2008, 03:24:00 AM

hardto pick between the original and the cs plus. the bits are nice. maybe the X is better!

jock1 · **Reply #22 on:** May 21, 2008, 08:32:35 PM

I can't really comment as I only have the std version that paired with my climber took care of any tasks (have I mentioned that I really miss my climber I hope that something horrible befalls the s o b who has it )

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #23 on:** May 21, 2008, 10:38:34 PM

Quote from: jock1 on May 21, 2008, 08:32:35 PM

I can't really comment as I only have the std version that paired with my climber took care of any tasks (have I mentioned that I really miss my climber I hope that something horrible befalls the s o b who has it )

I hope so to mate

Leatherman123 · **Reply #24 on:** May 21, 2008, 11:26:32 PM

If I carry a Std. I will just pair it up with a Micra. But, as I said I really loathe the SwissTool file!

Dtrain · **Reply #25 on:** May 22, 2008, 12:50:53 AM

I like the X because of the scissors.

dtrain

Leatherman123 · **Reply #26 on:** May 23, 2008, 02:51:17 AM

Dang, I would have never thought that the X was most popular. I would have thought the Standard, but, I was wrong. I don't understand why Victorinox has a different file for their SwissTool's and Spirits. The Spirit file is so much more coarse and aggressive than the Swisstool's.. I think the metal saw works better on the Spirit also. BTW, I need to have a serrated blade on my multitools. I just have gotten used to it, I guess. Plus, the belt cutter works twice as good as the Standard's serrated blade, IMO!

carl · **Reply #27 on:** May 24, 2008, 01:42:41 AM

this poll shows that a Swisstool that has all 5 main tools (PE blade, serrated blade, saw, file, and mini scissors) would sell well. Replace one straight edge screw driver with a mini scissors and..... voila ! .....a "Swisstool 5".

scrappy · **Reply #28 on:** May 24, 2008, 04:52:44 PM

I wish they had a model with a file, sizzors??, and a serrated blade.

Benner · **Reply #29 on:** May 24, 2008, 09:36:51 PM

The X is the one I have and the one I'd vote for, but I have to agree, the file is pretty poo.

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