No way! I need a reason to buy 100's of SAKs instead of the exact one I "need".
From Victorinox's point of view, I doubt they'd do it as part of what's driving sales is having different configurations. One would buy another knife that has X components that isn't found on your current knife or you'll buy a smaller/thinner one versus the "all-in" version. Fit and finish could be as modular as Lego but don't try to ask for warranty if the tool you assembled yourself disintegrates while prying a crate lid or particle board. Then there's China -- 3 months after your product's release, Chinese manufacturers have reverse engineered and have molded replacement parts that cost a fraction of the price of the original tool. Much like what they've done to Lego....But yeah, a modular SAK would be fun.
Quote from: SAK Guy on November 11, 2015, 07:07:42 AMNo way! I need a reason to buy 100's of SAKs instead of the exact one I "need". Obviously this would be in addition to your SAKdiction
One issue I can see is how to design a reliable method of holding the tools together that allows them to freely pivot and not wobble from side to side too much, but also allow for varying overall tool thicknesses.
Quote from: hiraethus on November 11, 2015, 02:50:39 PMOne issue I can see is how to design a reliable method of holding the tools together that allows them to freely pivot and not wobble from side to side too much, but also allow for varying overall tool thicknesses.Dumb question: Do the tools need to be different thicknesses?Couldn't it be designed for the base of the blade to be as thick as the scissors or pliers and just taper off to the top?I imagine it would increase manufacturing cost, but I wonder if it would hurt ergonomics or the tool integrity...
I would like the old idea of being able to order custom assembled SAKs by combining existing layers (as opposed to tool sets). One could envision the process of some online ordering, then paying a hefty premium to the Swiss elves and the knife would turn up in the mail some time later. I just suspect it would be so expensive it wouldn't be worth the effort for the company. Lego has already moved a little in that direction, as you can first design your model in Lego CAD software, then order the specific bricks needed for that model (derived from the CAD).
1} I can quit anytime I want.2) They helps me relax.3) They help me fit in at parties.4) Chicks dig them.
Most of you are saying no way/ it can't happen/ I don't want that /too much money, BUT everyone wants a Farmer with scissors and Vic isn't providing them. Maybe a modular knife and spare parts would be expensive but we could all get our scissors . As far as the engineering side of it of course it can be done. As far as the cost, cheaper than buying 20 or 30 different SAK's like we all have already.
... What would you choose?
Most of you are saying no way/ it can't happen/ I don't want that /too much money, BUT everyone wants a Farmer with scissors and Vic isn't providing them. Maybe a modular knife and spare parts would be expensive but we could all get our scissors . As far as the engineering side of it of course it can be done. As far as the cost, cheaper than buying 20 or 30 different SAK's like we all have already. Let the flaming begin, I can take it!
Quote from: SAK Guy on November 11, 2015, 02:38:15 PM1} I can quit anytime I want.2) They helps me relax.3) They help me fit in at parties.4) Chicks dig them.I told myself that so many times I've started to believe it
Quote from: Reinier on November 12, 2015, 06:51:40 AMQuote from: SAK Guy on November 11, 2015, 02:38:15 PM1} I can quit anytime I want.2) They helps me relax.3) They help me fit in at parties.4) Chicks dig them.I told myself that so many times I've started to believe it 1) I dont think I CAN stop...2) I think modding SAKs lowers my blood pressure for sure. Very relaxing.3) I do bring my SAKs to parties to show off... fitting in Im not sure about though LOL4) Some chicks do.. but its hard to find them. The only one my wife thought was awesome was the one I put the red garnets on the front scales.
Wenger actually toyed with that concept some decades ago... (Image removed from quote.)You can check their Patent for a Modular Pocket Knife
Quote from: Ombudsman on November 16, 2015, 04:38:50 AMWenger actually toyed with that concept some decades ago... (Image removed from quote.)You can check their Patent for a Modular Pocket KnifeGreat bit of info there!
I wonder why Wenger didn't make these available in the end.
Quote from: Ombudsman on November 16, 2015, 04:38:50 AMWenger actually toyed with that concept some decades ago... (Image removed from quote.)You can check their Patent for a Modular Pocket KnifeGreat bit of info there! I wonder why Wenger didn't make these available in the end.