Spirit thread

Dunc · **on:** May 21, 2008, 10:32:00 PM

Well I got a new Spirit tonight

So I thought we might as well have a thread all about them . Over the next few days I will right a bit of a review on it but for now I'd just like to hear your thoughts on them . I already have my opinion

What we need is a nice big thread with pics for Benner when he gets back from his hols

I wonder how long he will hold out before he gets one .

Dunc

Roadie · **Reply #1 on:** May 21, 2008, 10:41:23 PM

I think I should be able to whip up a few pics of one

It really is a great tool, if only for the ergonomics. The tool selection is also pretty darn good! It slips into a pocket without much fuss and the construction is second to none

NutSAK · **Reply #2 on:** May 21, 2008, 10:42:06 PM

The Spirit is the only plier-based multi I own, and the only one I really need. The curved handles are comfortable and ergonomic and all the tools have that familiar Victorinox SAK feel.

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #3 on:** May 21, 2008, 10:44:17 PM

Good on ya for giving the Spirit a second go mate

I think the Spirit is the perfect medium sized MT out there, It comfortable, erogonomic, has the most utility per ounce of anytool out there, and it looks stunning to boot...what more could you want

Plus it's got a LIFETIME warranty, and exceptional built quality

Dunc · **Reply #4 on:** May 21, 2008, 10:56:08 PM

So I've had a Gerber week a Sog week and now its back to Victorinox

Lets see what this week brings although I dont think there will be too many surprises as I've had a Spirit before and its a mighty fine tool .

Dunc

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #5 on:** May 21, 2008, 11:03:34 PM

Quote from: dunc5 on May 21, 2008, 10:56:08 PM

So I've had a Gerber week a Sog week and now its back to Victorinox Lets see what this week brings although I dont think there will be too many surprises as I've had a Spirit before and its a mighty fine tool .

Dunc

I think you've come full circle mate, you've cheated on you Vic's for too long, it's time to re-embrace your true love...Victorinox in all her splendid lovelyness

WhichDawg · **Reply #6 on:** May 21, 2008, 11:09:04 PM

"The Spirit Is Coming"

it's just my favorite MT for so many reasons.
good feel in the hands
good tools in it
the action and smoothness
the weight
the warranty

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #7 on:** May 21, 2008, 11:11:26 PM

Love the picture WD, very cool

WhichDawg · **Reply #8 on:** May 21, 2008, 11:21:31 PM

ty boss, I just took it, we'll get that Ben!

Roadie · **Reply #9 on:** May 21, 2008, 11:43:31 PM

Great pic WD

A few from my archive

WhichDawg · **Reply #10 on:** May 21, 2008, 11:50:31 PM

geez, now I'm gonna have to get a silver Spirit! great shots Roadie!

Roadie · **Reply #11 on:** May 21, 2008, 11:52:00 PM

Trouble is.... i'm gonna have to get a BO one too!!

I realised after looking in my pics folder that i don't actually have many shots of the Spirit, think i'm gonna have to rectify that!

ducktapehero · **Reply #12 on:** May 22, 2008, 12:11:12 AM

I LOVE the Spirit. I have one clipped

to my pocket as I type this.

Leatherman123 · **Reply #13 on:** May 22, 2008, 01:27:33 AM

Yeah, I really like the Spirit too. I LOVE the handles, they are even comfortable for my gorilla hands!

Leatherman123 · **Reply #14 on:** May 22, 2008, 01:53:59 AM

I also like how the Spirit's blades don't have any play..

ultimaonliner · **Reply #15 on:** May 22, 2008, 02:04:19 AM

I've got two spirits and think they're of the highest quality. All the sadder when I look at its blade ad think, "Vic, I thought the orange peeler and hook tools were odd in your SAKs, but WTF were you thinking this time??"

ADDENDUM:

Sorry about the rant. They are of amazing quality and feel like a precision instrument.

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #16 on:** May 22, 2008, 10:28:05 AM

Quote from: ultimaonliner on May 22, 2008, 02:04:19 AM

I've got two spirits and think they're of the highest quality. All the sadder when I look at its blade ad think, "Vic, I thought the orange peeler and hook tools were odd in your SAKs, but WTF were you thinking this time??"

ADDENDUM:

Sorry about the rant. They are of amazing quality and feel like a precision instrument.

Yeah the blade does pretty much divide most people, some love it, some hate it (I'm in this camp) I modded mine in to a lambsfoot, and got ride of the icky serrations (I hate serations as well

).

E. Danny · **Reply #17 on:** May 22, 2008, 01:57:56 PM

I've been carrying my spirit in lieu of my Charge, and as much as I love my TTi, I can't say the spirit doesn't do anything the charge doesn't.

Truly a great tool.

Dunc · **Reply #18 on:** May 22, 2008, 07:30:55 PM

Quote from: micky d on May 22, 2008, 10:28:05 AM

Quote from: ultimaonliner on May 22, 2008, 02:04:19 AM
I've got two spirits and think they're of the highest quality. All the sadder when I look at its blade ad think, "Vic, I thought the orange peeler and hook tools were odd in your SAKs, but WTF were you thinking this time??"

ADDENDUM:

Sorry about the rant. They are of amazing quality and feel like a precision instrument.

Yeah the blade does pretty much divide most people, some love it, some hate it (I'm in this camp) I modded mine in to a lambsfoot, and got ride of the icky serrations (I hate serations as well ).

I dont mind the blade and it is very sharp but its not a good all round blade so best to carry a SAK along with it which I do with any multitool anyway . Cant help posting this pic again but I'm sure someone from Victorinox was reading the book or watching the film when they designed the Spirit

Dunc

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #19 on:** May 22, 2008, 07:37:03 PM

I didn't realise that had white whales of palling mate

Dunc · **Reply #20 on:** May 22, 2008, 07:47:26 PM

Quote from: micky d on May 22, 2008, 07:37:03 PM

I didn't realise that had white whales of palling mate

You should hear some of the stories in the pub mate that we start when the tourists are about

Dunc

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #21 on:** May 22, 2008, 10:45:22 PM

I can well imagine mate

'Arrr 'twas a cold winter's morn...'

Dunc · **Reply #22 on:** May 23, 2008, 05:38:21 AM

Quote from: micky d on May 22, 2008, 10:45:22 PM

I can well imagine mate

'Arrr 'twas a cold winter's morn...'

Thats it you got it

'I never known a night like it '

Dunc

scibeer · **Reply #23 on:** May 23, 2008, 06:14:06 AM

The Spirit is the Rolls Royce of multitools. It may not have a few of the fancy gadgets found in other tools, but it does what it does with the utmost style and comfort.

I do miss the little screwdriver bit in my charge when I carry the spirit, but besides that, it's my favorite even with the serrated straight razor. Plain edge it and add a clip and its darn near perfect.

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #24 on:** May 23, 2008, 09:15:18 AM

Quote from: dunc5 on May 23, 2008, 05:38:21 AM

Quote from: micky d on May 22, 2008, 10:45:22 PM
I can well imagine mate

'Arrr 'twas a cold winter's morn...'

Thats it you got it 'I never known a night like it '

Dunc