My New EDC SAK: Vic Pioneer W/Fob by K. Cardwel

Gadget Guy · **on:** February 03, 2009, 08:20:59 AM

I am growing very fond on the Victorinox pioneer. I thought I was a farmer guy, but I think I actually like the pioneer more. I'm really excited with my new EDC knife. The custom fob was done for me by K. Cardwel. Ken does all of my fobs for me since I have no talent for making them.

I added a titanium bead that I thought was really cool! Anyway, here is my new edc:

Anyone else edc a pioneer?

Gareth · **Reply #1 on:** February 03, 2009, 09:45:15 AM

That's really nice mate. The fob works well with the scales. I have to say I don't EDC my Pioneer that much. I've got a slightly older red one with the plain cross and I just don't like the idea of scratching it up. The stupid thing is I only got that one because it was the cheapest one I could find one eBay at the time.

The other reason is it doesn't have any scissors, I'm slowly getting past my scissors obsession but I still want them there.

Sea Monster · **Reply #2 on:** February 03, 2009, 10:05:17 AM

Now that I've finally got one, I can say real men carry Soldiers, and that lanyard rings are for prancing nancies.

They are really cool though,

sure, you get this suss "opener layer" - I love the cap lifter & can opener both, I truly do, but sometimes you wonder if you might like a second blade and the combo tool (is that doable?)

anyway, it is what it is, and what it is is excellent.

Neil · **Reply #3 on:** February 03, 2009, 11:19:50 AM

Quote from: Gareth UK on February 03, 2009, 09:45:15 AM

That's really nice mate. The fob works well with the scales. I have to say I don't EDC my Pioneer that much. I've got a slightly older red one with the plain cross and I just don't like the idea of scratching it up. The stupid thing is I only got that one because it was the cheapest one I could find one eBay at the time.

The other reason is it doesn't have any scissors, I'm slowly getting past my scissors obsession but I still want them there.

Time to start carrying a 74mm along with it. What about an Ambassador, scissors, nail file, little backup blade. Heck you've got the skills, just pull it apart and add some scissors

Quote from: Nomad on February 03, 2009, 10:05:17 AM

... but sometimes you wonder if you might like a second blade and the combo tool (is that doable?)

Yes, just, not easily, I wouldn't

Nice fob GG, I like the little bead, certainly adds a touch of class.

Neil

Gareth · **Reply #4 on:** February 03, 2009, 11:46:19 AM

Quote from: NKB on February 03, 2009, 11:19:50 AM

Quote from: Gareth UK on February 03, 2009, 09:45:15 AM
That's really nice mate. The fob works well with the scales. I have to say I don't EDC my Pioneer that much. I've got a slightly older red one with the plain cross and I just don't like the idea of scratching it up. The stupid thing is I only got that one because it was the cheapest one I could find one eBay at the time.

The other reason is it doesn't have any scissors, I'm slowly getting past my scissors obsession but I still want them there.

Time to start carrying a 74mm along with it. What about an Ambassador, scissors, nail file, little backup blade. Heck you've got the skills, just pull it apart and add some scissors

The one I was thinking of doing was a Alox Alumnus like TCollings has over on SOSAK. I have never been truly happy with my build on my Cellidor Alumnus and so was going to pull it apart anyway.

Neil · **Reply #5 on:** February 03, 2009, 11:49:06 AM

A can see the temptation there, 'tis a nice knife that. What colour

Neil

Gareth · **Reply #6 on:** February 03, 2009, 11:56:57 AM

You know, for EDC I think I have to go for plain silver. I wasn't sure I'd like it until I got my Cadet but it's really very attractive. As I hinted at above I also think it takes pocket wear and tear better than the colours.

Neil · **Reply #7 on:** February 03, 2009, 12:01:25 PM

Silver is a lot more forgiving during the build as well. Probably best for edc as you say, though I'm partial to a little well worn (lets be posh and call it distressed

) coloured alox.

Neil

Benner · **Reply #8 on:** February 03, 2009, 12:41:50 PM

The lanyard sets it off well mate.

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #9 on:** February 03, 2009, 01:22:47 PM

If it wasn't for my saw blade obsession I'd carry a Pioneer everytime

That lanyard and ring do set it off a treat though

Craig · **Reply #10 on:** February 03, 2009, 10:04:35 PM

Very nice

Like that black alox!

max6166 · **Reply #11 on:** February 03, 2009, 10:23:57 PM

Very nice!

I am in the same boat as you. I love my red Farmer, but think now that I might actually prefer a Pioneer for EDC. Specifically, I'd like to get a nice red Pioneer with brass liners just like my Farmer...

I didn't even realize that Pioneers came in black until I saw yours though. From what I can tell, the only available colours are silver, red, and black? Shame they didn't do more...

Leatherman123 · **Reply #12 on:** February 03, 2009, 10:24:58 PM

I wish Vic had a black Farmer!

donvito · **Reply #13 on:** February 04, 2009, 06:34:44 AM

Quote from: Leatherman123 on February 03, 2009, 10:24:58 PM

I wish Vic had a black Farmer!

I second that, and a blue pioneer while we're at it.

Beautiful knife there GG, nice cod fob and you guessed it

got a link for the Ti bead? Soldier was my longest edc sak, the poor thing saw a lot of use.

Gadget Guy · **Reply #14 on:** February 04, 2009, 06:56:12 AM

Quote from: donvito on February 04, 2009, 06:34:44 AM

Quote from: Leatherman123 on February 03, 2009, 10:24:58 PM
I wish Vic had a black Farmer!

I second that, and a blue pioneer while we're at it.

Beautiful knife there GG, nice cod fob and you guessed it got a link for the Ti bead? Soldier was my longest edc sak, the poor thing saw a lot of use.

Thanks!

A Victorinox black farmer would be really nice!

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