Multitool.org Forum
+-

Hello Lurker! Remove this ad and much more by logging in.


Scientist Club Thread

Myron · 48 · 5901
« previous next »
Pages: 1 2   Go Down

us Offline Myron

  • *
  • No Life Club
  • ******
    • Posts: 2,388
Scientist Club Thread
on: June 10, 2018, 05:27:24 PM
Am I missing it or is there no Victorinox Scientist Club thread?

The Scientist is one of my favorite all-time Vx SAKs.  I bought my first one in 1991 or 1992, and liked it so much I decided to buy a spare for safe keeping.  Eventually I sent my original into Vx to have the scales replaced and so I got the spare out and started carrying it.  Of course now I wish I hadn't, so recently I spent a silly amount of money on what I call my "new, spare, NOS Scientist." 

What I love about this knife is the in-line Phillips and two-layer construction.  It's everything I need in an EDC tool. 

What do you say?  Can we start a Club for Scientist fans? 

Myron


My first Scientist, "modded" by me 20 years ago to eliminate the key ring (I know, I know, what was I thinking....)




My second Scientist, aka First Spare Scientist, kept new-in-box until it was pressed into service. 




My third Scientist, aka Second Spare Scientist, which will be kept new-in-box.  :)

Merit Badges Participants shall carry and use one Soldier knife, the model of their choosing, for the duration of the 90 days and post a picture each day. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of an Old Cross SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Soldier for thirty (30) consecutive days. Take part in the christmas pool or a rak type giveaway. Those wanting to say thank you for a rak may also nominate for the santa. Start a new thread with a photo showing the Swiss Army Knife   Toothpick being used in an unusual way. Start a new thread with photos of at least 5 different 111mm models in your collection Start a new thread and post a picture of a fish or fishing kit with a multitool Must start a thread with a photo of your birth year SAK Start a thread with photos of at least twelve different colored ALOX models in your collection Start a new thread with a photo of your custom ALOX with scissors Must post a step by step pictorial of a knife or multitool modification (scale swap not included) Start a new thread with a photo showing the Hook in use Start a new thread demonstrating paracord knot tying Must start a thread with a photo of at least five (5) of your watches

us Online FolderBeholder

  • *
  • Absolutely No Life Club
  • *******
    • Posts: 7,638
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #1 on: June 11, 2018, 02:08:48 AM
Reporting in with my Scientist, top left in the photo:
Rest in peace ColoSwiss, you will always be remembered.
Merit Badges Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Classic SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. For 30 consecutive days carry a SAK with a magnifying glass, and post a picture every day in the designated thread. Must start a thread with a photo of at least five (5) of your watches Participate in a Challenge thread, carry a Leatherman Bond, and post a photo every day for 30 consecutive days. Participate  in a Challenge thread and post a photo of a LM Pocket Survival Tool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a MiniChamp SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread with photos of a Japanese made PST in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo of a different SAK each day for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of an Executive or Director for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a challenge thread and post a photo of a Victorinox 91mm XAVT/XL/XLT, 111mm Workchamp XL, Wenger/Delemont S54/Tool Chest Plus or Wenger Giant for thirty (30) consecutive days Start a new thread and post a photo of the 111mm sak for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the minimal sak (2 layers or fewer) for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread with photos of at least 12 different 111mm models in your collection Start a new thread with photos of at least 5 different 111mm models in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo daily of any SAK 74mm or smaller ( you can switch it up daily ) for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of a Camper SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Test,please ignore Start a new thread with a photo of a modded knife or multitool with your EDC Start a new thread and post a photo of a flashlight as part of your EDC

us Offline Barry Rowland

  • *
  • Point Of No Return
  • **********
    • Posts: 30,554
  • Bon Journee!!
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #2 on: June 11, 2018, 02:17:12 AM
I like it!! 
Barry
Merit Badges Start a thread with a photo of a repair you made with duct tape Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Classic SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a Challenge thread, carry at least one red edc item, and post a photo every day for 30 consecutive days.  Post a pic for Halloween of your pumpkin (or turnip or gourd or whatever you traditionally carve for Halloween!) being carved by any SAK, multitool, pocket or woods knife you may own!  Only available once a year Participate in a Challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK-alike, aka multi-layered, knife-based pocket tools for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a Challenge thread, carry a keychain tool with pliers, and post a photo every day for 30 consecutive days Start a new thread and post a photo of any gear for thirty (30) consecutive days during the MTo anniversary month. For 30 consecutive days carry a SAK with a magnifying glass, and post a picture every day in the designated thread. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Must start a thread showing a photo of at least five BO tools Participate in a Challenge thread, carry a Victorinox Hiker, and post a photo every day for 30 consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a Challenge thread, carry a Leatherman Bond, and post a photo every day for 30 consecutive days. Start a new thread with a photo showing the axe in use Participate in a Challenge thread and post a photo of  a Opinel  knife  for 30 days Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Vic Spirit MT for sixty (60) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a challenge by carrying  a Combo Edged knife or Multitool and post a photo of it  for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a MiniChamp SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days.

us Offline Myron

  • *
  • No Life Club
  • ******
    • Posts: 2,388
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #3 on: June 11, 2018, 04:23:33 AM
Quote from: FolderBeholder on June 11, 2018, 02:08:48 AM
Reporting in with my Scientist, top left in the photo:
(Image removed from quote.)

Excellent; we are now the Scientist Club.  What will we do with our awesome power?  Will we use it for the good of mankind, or for the attainment of personal power?  And so it begins....

(Sorry, just finished watching Dr. Strange with my kid.) 
Merit Badges Participants shall carry and use one Soldier knife, the model of their choosing, for the duration of the 90 days and post a picture each day. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of an Old Cross SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Soldier for thirty (30) consecutive days. Take part in the christmas pool or a rak type giveaway. Those wanting to say thank you for a rak may also nominate for the santa. Start a new thread with a photo showing the Swiss Army Knife   Toothpick being used in an unusual way. Start a new thread with photos of at least 5 different 111mm models in your collection Start a new thread and post a picture of a fish or fishing kit with a multitool Must start a thread with a photo of your birth year SAK Start a thread with photos of at least twelve different colored ALOX models in your collection Start a new thread with a photo of your custom ALOX with scissors Must post a step by step pictorial of a knife or multitool modification (scale swap not included) Start a new thread with a photo showing the Hook in use Start a new thread demonstrating paracord knot tying Must start a thread with a photo of at least five (5) of your watches

us Online FolderBeholder

  • *
  • Absolutely No Life Club
  • *******
    • Posts: 7,638
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #4 on: June 11, 2018, 05:07:22 AM
Quote from: Myron on June 11, 2018, 04:23:33 AM
(Sorry, just finished watching Dr. Strange with my kid.)
I haven't seen that movie.  I just looked it up and it looks interesting.  :cheers:
Rest in peace ColoSwiss, you will always be remembered.
Merit Badges Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Classic SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. For 30 consecutive days carry a SAK with a magnifying glass, and post a picture every day in the designated thread. Must start a thread with a photo of at least five (5) of your watches Participate in a Challenge thread, carry a Leatherman Bond, and post a photo every day for 30 consecutive days. Participate  in a Challenge thread and post a photo of a LM Pocket Survival Tool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a MiniChamp SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread with photos of a Japanese made PST in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo of a different SAK each day for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of an Executive or Director for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a challenge thread and post a photo of a Victorinox 91mm XAVT/XL/XLT, 111mm Workchamp XL, Wenger/Delemont S54/Tool Chest Plus or Wenger Giant for thirty (30) consecutive days Start a new thread and post a photo of the 111mm sak for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the minimal sak (2 layers or fewer) for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread with photos of at least 12 different 111mm models in your collection Start a new thread with photos of at least 5 different 111mm models in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo daily of any SAK 74mm or smaller ( you can switch it up daily ) for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of a Camper SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Test,please ignore Start a new thread with a photo of a modded knife or multitool with your EDC Start a new thread and post a photo of a flashlight as part of your EDC

es Offline ThePeacent

  • *
  • Zombie Apprentice
  • ********
    • Posts: 14,599
  • Firm believer of Sturgeon's Law
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #5 on: June 11, 2018, 02:16:39 PM
Quote from: FolderBeholder on June 11, 2018, 02:08:48 AM
Reporting in with my Scientist, top left in the photo:
(Image removed from quote.)

if a burglar enters your house and sees this while looking for things to steal,
he will think you have multiple personalities and a variety of different jobs,
and I bet he'll be afraid to take anything and will leave the house all scared  :D

Good idea  :tu: :like:
My toys:

MTs: Surge (2x), Skeletool CX, Rebar, Blast, Fuse, Micra, Squirt (3x), Wave, Crunch, Mini, Spirit (2x), Pro Scout, MP700 (2x), Diesel, Powerlock, PowerPlier (2x), PocketPowerPlier, Blacktip , ST6 (2x), 5WR, A100

SAKs: Bantam, Executive, Ambassador, Minichamp, Classic Alox, Champion, Farmer, Explorer, Swisschamp, Golf Tool, Wenger Champ, EVO 52, Pocket Tool Chest
Merit Badges  Post a pic for Halloween of your pumpkin (or turnip or gourd or whatever you traditionally carve for Halloween!) being carved by any SAK, multitool, pocket or woods knife you may own!  Only available once a year Complete a 30 day challenge for carrying a different Multi tool each day of the week based on one of the daily carry threads Start a new thread with photos of your Buck knives in use Start a new thread and post a photo of the 110 knife for thirty (30) consecutive days.  Start a new thread and post a photo of the Vic Pioneer X for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread with a photo showing the Hook in use Start a new thread with photos of your chainsaws Start a new thread and post a photo of a flashlight as part of your EDC Start a thread with photos of at least 1 MTO branded tool in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of any gear for thirty (30) consecutive days during the MTo anniversary month. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Must post a step by step pictorial of a knife or multitool modification (scale swap not included) Post your pocket dump photos then challenge two more members who must post their pocket dump photos within 24hrs for you to get the badge.

us Online FolderBeholder

  • *
  • Absolutely No Life Club
  • *******
    • Posts: 7,638
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #6 on: June 11, 2018, 04:01:43 PM
Quote from: ThePeacent on June 11, 2018, 02:16:39 PM
and I bet he'll be afraid to take anything and will leave the house all scared  :D
He wouldn't want to be chased down the driveway by Princess Woodsman I know that.  :cheers:
Rest in peace ColoSwiss, you will always be remembered.
Merit Badges Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Classic SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. For 30 consecutive days carry a SAK with a magnifying glass, and post a picture every day in the designated thread. Must start a thread with a photo of at least five (5) of your watches Participate in a Challenge thread, carry a Leatherman Bond, and post a photo every day for 30 consecutive days. Participate  in a Challenge thread and post a photo of a LM Pocket Survival Tool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a MiniChamp SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread with photos of a Japanese made PST in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo of a different SAK each day for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of an Executive or Director for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a challenge thread and post a photo of a Victorinox 91mm XAVT/XL/XLT, 111mm Workchamp XL, Wenger/Delemont S54/Tool Chest Plus or Wenger Giant for thirty (30) consecutive days Start a new thread and post a photo of the 111mm sak for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the minimal sak (2 layers or fewer) for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread with photos of at least 12 different 111mm models in your collection Start a new thread with photos of at least 5 different 111mm models in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo daily of any SAK 74mm or smaller ( you can switch it up daily ) for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of a Camper SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Test,please ignore Start a new thread with a photo of a modded knife or multitool with your EDC Start a new thread and post a photo of a flashlight as part of your EDC

ca Online Chako

  • *
  • Absolute Zombie Club
  • *********
    • Posts: 21,983
  • Armed with camera and not afraid to use it.
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #7 on: June 12, 2018, 01:24:36 AM
I have 2.





A little Leatherman information.

Leatherman series articles
Merit Badges Start a new thread including a photo of shooting at least two (2) different airguns and at least one (1) photo of target (airguns) Start a thread with photos of at least twelve different colored ALOX models in your collection Must start a thread with a photo of at least five (5) of your watches Must start a thread showing a photo of at least eight BO tools Must start new thread with photos of multitools (Magazine/Catalogue type photos) Start a new thread with a photo of custom or non standard SAK scales in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo of a flashlight as part of your EDC Start a new thread and post a picture of fire making kit or fire with a multitool Start a new thread including a photo of shooting at least two (2) different firearms and at least one (1) photo of target (firearms) Must put something in order and provide link to the post. Start a new thread showing photos of at least 3 different sporks in use Start a new thread with photos of a Japanese made PST in your collection Start a thread with a photo of at least ten OPT's in your collection Start a thread with photos of at least 1 MTO branded tool in your collection Start a thread with photos of at least 5 different MP600 models in your collection Start a thread with photos of at least 12 different Juice models in your collection Start a new thread with a photo of at least 5 different Charge models in your collection

us Offline Myron

  • *
  • No Life Club
  • ******
    • Posts: 2,388
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #8 on: June 12, 2018, 05:04:24 AM
Nice!
Merit Badges Participants shall carry and use one Soldier knife, the model of their choosing, for the duration of the 90 days and post a picture each day. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of an Old Cross SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Soldier for thirty (30) consecutive days. Take part in the christmas pool or a rak type giveaway. Those wanting to say thank you for a rak may also nominate for the santa. Start a new thread with a photo showing the Swiss Army Knife   Toothpick being used in an unusual way. Start a new thread with photos of at least 5 different 111mm models in your collection Start a new thread and post a picture of a fish or fishing kit with a multitool Must start a thread with a photo of your birth year SAK Start a thread with photos of at least twelve different colored ALOX models in your collection Start a new thread with a photo of your custom ALOX with scissors Must post a step by step pictorial of a knife or multitool modification (scale swap not included) Start a new thread with a photo showing the Hook in use Start a new thread demonstrating paracord knot tying Must start a thread with a photo of at least five (5) of your watches

00 Offline Mechanickal

  • *
  • Zombie Apprentice
  • ********
    • Posts: 14,690
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #9 on: June 12, 2018, 07:27:55 PM
I can report in this club thanks to Marc_in_NS.

I never thought to even see a Scientist in the flesh, yet he actualy GAVE it to me about 3-4 months ago! :ahhh

Talking about a RAK...

Merit Badges Take part in the christmas pool or a rak type giveaway. Those wanting to say thank you for a rak may also nominate for the santa. Start a new thread and post a photo of any gear for thirty (30) consecutive days during the MTo anniversary month. Must post a step by step pictorial of a knife or multitool modification (scale swap not included) Start a thread with photos of at least twelve different colored ALOX models in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo of the 110 knife for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Must start a thread with a photo of your stayglow SAK Start a new thread with a photo showing the Hook in use Post your pocket dump photos then challenge two more members who must post their pocket dump photos within 24hrs for you to get the badge. Start a new thread with photos of your Buck knives in use Must put something in order and provide link to the post. Must buy an item through the MTo Store Start a new thread with a photo of your custom ALOX with scissors Start a thread with photos of at least 1 MTO branded tool in your collection Start a new thread with photos of your chainsaws Start a new thread with photos of your titanium gear with a multitool or sak Test,please ignore Must start a thread with a photo of your birth year SAK Start a thread with a photo of a repair you made with duct tape Start a new thread with a photo of custom or non standard SAK scales in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo of a flashlight as part of your EDC

us Offline TennTexan

  • *
  • Sr. Member
  • ****
    • Posts: 339
  • Carpe omnia cultris
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #10 on: June 12, 2018, 09:23:24 PM
The Scientist is one of my favorite SAK models, no doubt about it.  I have an original one that I found NIB with the straight-pin-less Plus scales, and I have a custom Ti Scientist built by our own Syph007.  Robert converted the old school plastic magnifier into a brass beauty.
(\(\                                                                                ⁁ -----,__
( -.-)  o˫▄▄═ ‑‑‑-----------------------------------     _____⁁[_____}═══════
0(")(")    /|\                                                       /_____________\
"""""""""""""""""""I                                                ',(o)(o)(o)(o)(o),'
Merit Badges Start a new thread and post a photo of a flashlight as part of your EDC Must start a thread with a photo of your birth year SAK Start a new thread with photos of your titanium gear with a multitool or sak Must start a thread with a photo of your stayglow SAK Must post a step by step pictorial of a knife or multitool modification (scale swap not included)

00 Offline Mechanickal

  • *
  • Zombie Apprentice
  • ********
    • Posts: 14,690
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #11 on: June 16, 2018, 09:22:35 AM
:bump:
Merit Badges Take part in the christmas pool or a rak type giveaway. Those wanting to say thank you for a rak may also nominate for the santa. Start a new thread and post a photo of any gear for thirty (30) consecutive days during the MTo anniversary month. Must post a step by step pictorial of a knife or multitool modification (scale swap not included) Start a thread with photos of at least twelve different colored ALOX models in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo of the 110 knife for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Must start a thread with a photo of your stayglow SAK Start a new thread with a photo showing the Hook in use Post your pocket dump photos then challenge two more members who must post their pocket dump photos within 24hrs for you to get the badge. Start a new thread with photos of your Buck knives in use Must put something in order and provide link to the post. Must buy an item through the MTo Store Start a new thread with a photo of your custom ALOX with scissors Start a thread with photos of at least 1 MTO branded tool in your collection Start a new thread with photos of your chainsaws Start a new thread with photos of your titanium gear with a multitool or sak Test,please ignore Must start a thread with a photo of your birth year SAK Start a thread with a photo of a repair you made with duct tape Start a new thread with a photo of custom or non standard SAK scales in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo of a flashlight as part of your EDC

us Offline Boonies

  • No Life Club
  • ******
    • Posts: 1,404
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #12 on: June 16, 2018, 08:33:02 PM
Bought my Scientist as a mod, seller was up front so no surprises.  Bought it strictly to put in the “watch box” for looking at tiny numbers inside the watches.  Nice and thin......... :cheers:

us Offline Rapidray

  • *
  • Absolute Zombie Club
  • *********
    • Posts: 24,490
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #13 on: October 24, 2018, 05:19:37 PM
Quote from: TennTexan on June 12, 2018, 09:23:24 PM
The Scientist is one of my favorite SAK models, no doubt about it.  I have an original one that I found NIB with the straight-pin-less Plus scales, and I have a custom Ti Scientist built by our own Syph007.  Robert converted the old school plastic magnifier into a brass beauty.
A Scientist SAK...I never knew. Very interesting model. I like what Syph007 has done with this. Very nice.  :tu: :cheers:
Merit Badges Must start a thread with a photo of your birth year SAK Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Soldier for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the 110 knife for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Fieldmaster SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Buck 112 Ranger for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the discontinued sak/mt for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of an Axe for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the 111mm sak for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of a different SAK each day for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of any gear for thirty (30) consecutive days during the MTo anniversary month. Start a new thread and post a photo of a traditional folder for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread with photos of at least 8 different 111mm models in your collection Must start a thread with a photo of your camo SAK Must start a thread with a photo of your stayglow SAK Start a new thread and post a photo of a fixed blade for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Cybertool (any variant), Swisschamp, Champion or Toolchest for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a picture of a fish or fishing kit with a multitool Must start a thread with a photo of your EDC watch Start a new thread with a photo of custom or non standard SAK scales in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo of the Vic Huntsman for thirty (30) consecutive days.

pt Offline pfrsantos

  • *
  • Absolute Zombie Club
  • *********
    • Posts: 23,932
  • Oxygen and magnesium toghether?! OMg!
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #14 on: October 24, 2018, 05:38:46 PM
Quote from: Chako on June 12, 2018, 01:24:36 AM
I have 2.





Why am I not surprised?!...

 :facepalm:
________________________________
It is just a matter of time before they add the word “Syndrome” after my last name.

I don't have OCD, I have OCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ.

I'd give my right arm to be ambidextrous.

Eff the ineffable, scrut the inscrutable.

IYCRTYSWTMTFOT


pt Offline pfrsantos

  • *
  • Absolute Zombie Club
  • *********
    • Posts: 23,932
  • Oxygen and magnesium toghether?! OMg!
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #15 on: October 24, 2018, 05:40:36 PM
Quote from: Mechanickal on June 12, 2018, 07:27:55 PM
I can report in this club thanks to Marc_in_NS.

I never thought to even see a Scientist in the flesh, yet he actualy GAVE it to me about 3-4 months ago! :ahhh

Talking about a RAK...

(Image removed from quote.)

Again, no surprises here...

 :cheers: :tu: :hatsoff:
________________________________
It is just a matter of time before they add the word “Syndrome” after my last name.

I don't have OCD, I have OCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ.

I'd give my right arm to be ambidextrous.

Eff the ineffable, scrut the inscrutable.

IYCRTYSWTMTFOT


ch Offline Gio

  • Full Member
  • ***
    • Posts: 199
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #16 on: October 24, 2018, 06:10:20 PM
They’re so good! 👏👏
“What kind of music do you dumbasses even play?”
“Symphonic post-apocalyptic reindeer-grinding Christ-abusing extreme war pagan fennoscandian metal.”

Heavy Trip (2018 movie)

us Offline jph_777

  • *
  • Full Member
  • ***
    • Posts: 116
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #17 on: August 31, 2019, 08:34:14 PM
I'd like to join this club!
I liked the Scientist so much, and originals were so expensive, that I was going to mod one from an Explorer and a Compact.  Then I ran across one in excellent condition on EBay and snapped it up.  I think mine is from 1991-1999, as it has a smooth corkscrew instead of a fluted one.  The Plus scales do include a straight pin hole.  What a great two layer VSAK. :cheers:

us Offline Rapidray

  • *
  • Absolute Zombie Club
  • *********
    • Posts: 24,490
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #18 on: August 31, 2019, 09:07:10 PM
Cool.  :tu:
Merit Badges Must start a thread with a photo of your birth year SAK Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Soldier for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the 110 knife for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Fieldmaster SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Buck 112 Ranger for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the discontinued sak/mt for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of an Axe for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the 111mm sak for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of a different SAK each day for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of any gear for thirty (30) consecutive days during the MTo anniversary month. Start a new thread and post a photo of a traditional folder for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread with photos of at least 8 different 111mm models in your collection Must start a thread with a photo of your camo SAK Must start a thread with a photo of your stayglow SAK Start a new thread and post a photo of a fixed blade for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Cybertool (any variant), Swisschamp, Champion or Toolchest for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a picture of a fish or fishing kit with a multitool Must start a thread with a photo of your EDC watch Start a new thread with a photo of custom or non standard SAK scales in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo of the Vic Huntsman for thirty (30) consecutive days.

00 Offline Mechanickal

  • *
  • Zombie Apprentice
  • ********
    • Posts: 14,690
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #19 on: September 01, 2019, 12:39:03 AM
I have the same version :D

Gifted to me by a forum member now vanished... :(
Merit Badges Take part in the christmas pool or a rak type giveaway. Those wanting to say thank you for a rak may also nominate for the santa. Start a new thread and post a photo of any gear for thirty (30) consecutive days during the MTo anniversary month. Must post a step by step pictorial of a knife or multitool modification (scale swap not included) Start a thread with photos of at least twelve different colored ALOX models in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo of the 110 knife for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Must start a thread with a photo of your stayglow SAK Start a new thread with a photo showing the Hook in use Post your pocket dump photos then challenge two more members who must post their pocket dump photos within 24hrs for you to get the badge. Start a new thread with photos of your Buck knives in use Must put something in order and provide link to the post. Must buy an item through the MTo Store Start a new thread with a photo of your custom ALOX with scissors Start a thread with photos of at least 1 MTO branded tool in your collection Start a new thread with photos of your chainsaws Start a new thread with photos of your titanium gear with a multitool or sak Test,please ignore Must start a thread with a photo of your birth year SAK Start a thread with a photo of a repair you made with duct tape Start a new thread with a photo of custom or non standard SAK scales in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo of a flashlight as part of your EDC

us Offline Barry Rowland

  • *
  • Point Of No Return
  • **********
    • Posts: 30,554
  • Bon Journee!!
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #20 on: September 01, 2019, 03:33:57 AM
Very nice everyone!
Barry
Merit Badges Start a thread with a photo of a repair you made with duct tape Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Classic SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a Challenge thread, carry at least one red edc item, and post a photo every day for 30 consecutive days.  Post a pic for Halloween of your pumpkin (or turnip or gourd or whatever you traditionally carve for Halloween!) being carved by any SAK, multitool, pocket or woods knife you may own!  Only available once a year Participate in a Challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK-alike, aka multi-layered, knife-based pocket tools for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a Challenge thread, carry a keychain tool with pliers, and post a photo every day for 30 consecutive days Start a new thread and post a photo of any gear for thirty (30) consecutive days during the MTo anniversary month. For 30 consecutive days carry a SAK with a magnifying glass, and post a picture every day in the designated thread. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Must start a thread showing a photo of at least five BO tools Participate in a Challenge thread, carry a Victorinox Hiker, and post a photo every day for 30 consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a Challenge thread, carry a Leatherman Bond, and post a photo every day for 30 consecutive days. Start a new thread with a photo showing the axe in use Participate in a Challenge thread and post a photo of  a Opinel  knife  for 30 days Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Vic Spirit MT for sixty (60) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a challenge by carrying  a Combo Edged knife or Multitool and post a photo of it  for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a MiniChamp SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days.

us Offline Rapidray

  • *
  • Absolute Zombie Club
  • *********
    • Posts: 24,490
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #21 on: September 01, 2019, 05:21:24 AM
Quote from: FolderBeholder on June 11, 2018, 05:07:22 AM
I haven't seen that movie.  I just looked it up and it looks interesting.  :cheers:
It is a very good movie! And he is a very good actor. He has done several really good movies. He plays Sherlock Holmes also. Played Kahn in Star Trek. Really good!  :whistle:
 :cheers:
Merit Badges Must start a thread with a photo of your birth year SAK Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Soldier for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the 110 knife for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Fieldmaster SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Buck 112 Ranger for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the discontinued sak/mt for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of an Axe for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the 111mm sak for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of a different SAK each day for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of any gear for thirty (30) consecutive days during the MTo anniversary month. Start a new thread and post a photo of a traditional folder for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread with photos of at least 8 different 111mm models in your collection Must start a thread with a photo of your camo SAK Must start a thread with a photo of your stayglow SAK Start a new thread and post a photo of a fixed blade for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Cybertool (any variant), Swisschamp, Champion or Toolchest for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a picture of a fish or fishing kit with a multitool Must start a thread with a photo of your EDC watch Start a new thread with a photo of custom or non standard SAK scales in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo of the Vic Huntsman for thirty (30) consecutive days.

us Offline Rapidray

  • *
  • Absolute Zombie Club
  • *********
    • Posts: 24,490
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #22 on: September 01, 2019, 05:29:27 AM
Just checked the prices on EBay...oh boy, thats out of my range for sure. I will just watch from the sidelines. I may just mod one from one of the two donors I have saved up.
Merit Badges Must start a thread with a photo of your birth year SAK Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Soldier for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the 110 knife for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Fieldmaster SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Buck 112 Ranger for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the discontinued sak/mt for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of an Axe for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the 111mm sak for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of a different SAK each day for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of any gear for thirty (30) consecutive days during the MTo anniversary month. Start a new thread and post a photo of a traditional folder for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread with photos of at least 8 different 111mm models in your collection Must start a thread with a photo of your camo SAK Must start a thread with a photo of your stayglow SAK Start a new thread and post a photo of a fixed blade for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Cybertool (any variant), Swisschamp, Champion or Toolchest for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a picture of a fish or fishing kit with a multitool Must start a thread with a photo of your EDC watch Start a new thread with a photo of custom or non standard SAK scales in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo of the Vic Huntsman for thirty (30) consecutive days.

us Offline jazzbass

  • No Life Club
  • ******
    • Posts: 1,389
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #23 on: September 04, 2019, 08:19:02 PM
Lots of light today so I thought I'd try shooting outdoors. My Scientists - all four variants that I know of + an Engineer thrown in because it seemed to belong.



Scientist
1. 1986: Small "v", grooved corkscrew, spacer on Philips spring, no pin
2. c. 1989: Large "V", grooved corkscrew, bump on Philips spring, no pin
3. c. 1996: Large "V", solid corkscrew, bump on Philips spring, pin
4. 2009: 2.0mm Vss blade, 5x plastic mag glass, shorter locking Philips

Engineer
5. c. 1988: Large "V", grooved corkscrew, spacer on Philips spring, no pin, Technician screwdriver

us Offline Rapidray

  • *
  • Absolute Zombie Club
  • *********
    • Posts: 24,490
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #24 on: September 04, 2019, 09:46:30 PM
Quote from: jazzbass on September 04, 2019, 08:19:02 PM
Lots of light today so I thought I'd try shooting outdoors. My Scientists - all four variants that I know of + an Engineer thrown in because it seemed to belong.

(Image removed from quote.)

Scientist
1. 1986: Small "v", grooved corkscrew, spacer on Philips spring, no pin
2. c. 1989: Large "V", grooved corkscrew, bump on Philips spring, no pin
3. c. 1996: Large "V", solid corkscrew, bump on Philips spring, pin
4. 2009: 2.0mm Vss blade, 5x plastic mag glass, shorter locking Philips

Engineer
5. c. 1988: Large "V", grooved corkscrew, spacer on Philips spring, no pin, Technician screwdriver
Nice collection there!  :iagree: :cheers:
Merit Badges Must start a thread with a photo of your birth year SAK Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Soldier for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the 110 knife for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Fieldmaster SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Buck 112 Ranger for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the discontinued sak/mt for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of an Axe for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the 111mm sak for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of a different SAK each day for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of any gear for thirty (30) consecutive days during the MTo anniversary month. Start a new thread and post a photo of a traditional folder for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread with photos of at least 8 different 111mm models in your collection Must start a thread with a photo of your camo SAK Must start a thread with a photo of your stayglow SAK Start a new thread and post a photo of a fixed blade for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Cybertool (any variant), Swisschamp, Champion or Toolchest for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a picture of a fish or fishing kit with a multitool Must start a thread with a photo of your EDC watch Start a new thread with a photo of custom or non standard SAK scales in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo of the Vic Huntsman for thirty (30) consecutive days.

us Offline Myron

  • *
  • No Life Club
  • ******
    • Posts: 2,388
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #25 on: September 05, 2019, 01:07:43 PM
Jazzbass, this is amazing.   I never knew that the Scientist went as late as 2009 and was produced with the transparent scales and plastic magnifier.   

I will check the three I have at home for their distinguishing characteristics. 

Myron
Merit Badges Participants shall carry and use one Soldier knife, the model of their choosing, for the duration of the 90 days and post a picture each day. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of an Old Cross SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a SAK Soldier for thirty (30) consecutive days. Take part in the christmas pool or a rak type giveaway. Those wanting to say thank you for a rak may also nominate for the santa. Start a new thread with a photo showing the Swiss Army Knife   Toothpick being used in an unusual way. Start a new thread with photos of at least 5 different 111mm models in your collection Start a new thread and post a picture of a fish or fishing kit with a multitool Must start a thread with a photo of your birth year SAK Start a thread with photos of at least twelve different colored ALOX models in your collection Start a new thread with a photo of your custom ALOX with scissors Must post a step by step pictorial of a knife or multitool modification (scale swap not included) Start a new thread with a photo showing the Hook in use Start a new thread demonstrating paracord knot tying Must start a thread with a photo of at least five (5) of your watches

00 Offline Mechanickal

  • *
  • Zombie Apprentice
  • ********
    • Posts: 14,690
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #26 on: September 05, 2019, 01:21:01 PM
Wasn't the Transparent one a +B run?
Merit Badges Take part in the christmas pool or a rak type giveaway. Those wanting to say thank you for a rak may also nominate for the santa. Start a new thread and post a photo of any gear for thirty (30) consecutive days during the MTo anniversary month. Must post a step by step pictorial of a knife or multitool modification (scale swap not included) Start a thread with photos of at least twelve different colored ALOX models in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo of the 110 knife for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Must start a thread with a photo of your stayglow SAK Start a new thread with a photo showing the Hook in use Post your pocket dump photos then challenge two more members who must post their pocket dump photos within 24hrs for you to get the badge. Start a new thread with photos of your Buck knives in use Must put something in order and provide link to the post. Must buy an item through the MTo Store Start a new thread with a photo of your custom ALOX with scissors Start a thread with photos of at least 1 MTO branded tool in your collection Start a new thread with photos of your chainsaws Start a new thread with photos of your titanium gear with a multitool or sak Test,please ignore Must start a thread with a photo of your birth year SAK Start a thread with a photo of a repair you made with duct tape Start a new thread with a photo of custom or non standard SAK scales in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo of a flashlight as part of your EDC

us Offline jazzbass

  • No Life Club
  • ******
    • Posts: 1,389
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #27 on: September 05, 2019, 05:17:00 PM
Quote from: Mechanickal on September 05, 2019, 01:21:01 PM
Wasn't the Transparent one a +B run?

It was indeed. IIRC it was one of his first runs that was actually produced by the factory. I think some of his earlier models he assembled himself from factory supplied parts.

00 Offline Mechanickal

  • *
  • Zombie Apprentice
  • ********
    • Posts: 14,690
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #28 on: September 05, 2019, 05:18:36 PM
Quote from: jazzbass on September 05, 2019, 05:17:00 PM
It was indeed. IIRC it was one of his first runs that was actually produced by the factory. I think some of his earlier models he assembled himself from factory supplied parts.
So he did built his own mods??
I always presumed all runs came from factory... :dunno:
Merit Badges Take part in the christmas pool or a rak type giveaway. Those wanting to say thank you for a rak may also nominate for the santa. Start a new thread and post a photo of any gear for thirty (30) consecutive days during the MTo anniversary month. Must post a step by step pictorial of a knife or multitool modification (scale swap not included) Start a thread with photos of at least twelve different colored ALOX models in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo of the 110 knife for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Must start a thread with a photo of your stayglow SAK Start a new thread with a photo showing the Hook in use Post your pocket dump photos then challenge two more members who must post their pocket dump photos within 24hrs for you to get the badge. Start a new thread with photos of your Buck knives in use Must put something in order and provide link to the post. Must buy an item through the MTo Store Start a new thread with a photo of your custom ALOX with scissors Start a thread with photos of at least 1 MTO branded tool in your collection Start a new thread with photos of your chainsaws Start a new thread with photos of your titanium gear with a multitool or sak Test,please ignore Must start a thread with a photo of your birth year SAK Start a thread with a photo of a repair you made with duct tape Start a new thread with a photo of custom or non standard SAK scales in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo of a flashlight as part of your EDC

us Offline jazzbass

  • No Life Club
  • ******
    • Posts: 1,389
Re: Scientist Club Thread
Reply #29 on: September 05, 2019, 05:44:04 PM
Quote from: Mechanickal on September 05, 2019, 05:18:36 PM
So he did built his own mods??
I always presumed all runs came from factory... :dunno:

I'm fairly certain that this is the case. It's interesting because all this is ancient history now 10+ years on, but this is what I remember (and welcome any corrections to my recollection):

Early +B special runs were made by him in his shop using factory supplied parts - in other words, he wasn't buying new/used assembled knives, dissembling for parts, and recreating new models like mere mortal modders. He had some relationship with the factory that allowed him to order the parts he needed to make his knives. He was also apparently trained by Victorinox to hand assemble correctly, and the result was a knife that Victorinox considered "factory" and would actually warranty. He made a couple runs like this including a 91mm Lumberjack, a Yeoman Mechanic, and *I think* his first run of Yeomans (def not 100% on that last one). +B did two rounds of Yeoman Mechanics, the first he assembled c. 2008-2009 and the second done by the factory in 2011. Both have ruby scales so you can see the rivets through the scales. On the earlier run you can definitely see file marks across the tops of the rivets. The 2011 run the rivet peening is 100% factory.

It was a bit of drama at the time because apparently +B had a very negative (and somewhat vocal) view of the modding community. Some felt this was a bit hypocritical since what he was selling were essentially mods themselves. My understanding of his view was was that his knives were different from that of a regular modder because (a) he was trained and certified by the factory, (b) he was using brand new parts not parts taken from other knives, so his mods were closer to "factory correct" than that of the rest of the community that weren't factory trained and were using parts of questionable provenance, and (c) because of a and b his knives had a Victorinox factory warranty.

I think some people were just put off by the fact that he approached the situation with typical Teutonic bluntness, which may not have been the best approach PR-wise. Whatever the case, AFAIK from 2010 on all his special runs were factory produced, thus resolving the grey area of "mod or factory" that existed around his earlier models. Then he jumped on the "special run alox" gravy train that was big on this board in the early 2010s and the cellidor special runs became fewer and far between. 
« Last Edit: September 05, 2019, 07:40:41 PM by jazzbass »

Pages: 1 2   Go Up
 

Donations
Operational Funds

Help us keep the Unworkable working!
Donate with PayPal!
April Goal: $300.00
Due Date: Apr 30
Total Receipts: $42.16
PayPal Fees: $2.92
Net Balance: $39.24
Below Goal: $260.76
Site Currency: USD
 13%
April Donations

Community Links
Multitool.org
Multitool Gallery
Multitool Encyclopedia
SAKWiki
Swiss Army Knights

Powered by EzPortal