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North Man · **Reply #720 on:** May 07, 2011, 09:15:42 PM

Hi

Yes cool

Beerplumber · **Reply #721 on:** May 14, 2011, 12:47:19 AM

Quote from: North Man on May 06, 2011, 10:32:50 AM

Hi

Here is the info i put in SwissTool plier heads topic:
Victorinox SwissTool Spirit

The Victorinox Emblem (cross and shield) was removed from the pliers head in 2010. The product images on our website have not been updated yet.

I got a picture i PDF,its to large, basially it shows that until 2010 cross and shield emblem is on, then from 2010 an interim model without emblem on plier, finally also from 2010 a change on the emblem on handle. The logo is over Victorinox and not besides, hope this makes sence?

God luck finding the interim model, picture is from the 2011 catalogue

hey finally an answer! I was a little worried I got a knockoff unit or something. Also I'd like to throw out my opinion on the scissors, I'm a big fan, I usually hold them upside down so my index finger on the lever and use them like a v cutter and just push them through material being cut, works great through poly or paper!

maximus0723 · **Reply #722 on:** May 14, 2011, 02:40:50 AM

Hi folks,

New spirit owner here.
Love that baby.

Spirit S in BO

Though I don't have the plus version.
I was looking to expand my Spirit's capabilities by adding more driver capabilities.
Saying that...has anyone found a way to use LM bit drivers?
I can get the Plus kit but they only offer limited number of drivers.
I love how LM drivers are dual sided and there 20 of them, giving us 40 new functions.

I would love to find other ways I can expand my Spirit's capabilities, outside of the ones I mentioned.

Gareth · **Reply #723 on:** May 14, 2011, 09:34:32 AM

Welcome to the club maximus.

No help with the extra drivers idea, sorry.

Styerman · **Reply #724 on:** May 14, 2011, 05:46:27 PM

Quote from: maximus0723 on May 14, 2011, 02:40:50 AM

Hi folks,

New spirit owner here.
Love that baby.

Spirit S in BO

Though I don't have the plus version.
I was looking to expand my Spirit's capabilities by adding more driver capabilities.
Saying that...has anyone found a way to use LM bit drivers?

I use a Leatherman Universal Tool Adaptor with my Spirit , it has three positions : 45 degree , straight, and 90 degrees , uses 1/4 hex bits . Very well made and strong .

Chris
I can get the Plus kit but they only offer limited number of drivers.
I love how LM drivers are dual sided and there 20 of them, giving us 40 new functions.

I would love to find other ways I can expand my Spirit's capabilities, outside of the ones I mentioned.

Magic Bus · **Reply #725 on:** May 15, 2011, 05:58:05 PM

My two have proved their worth numerous times now. I still fancy something else from time to time but I don't really need anything apart from a Spirit.

Gareth · **Reply #726 on:** May 15, 2011, 07:51:31 PM

Nice to see you around Chris.

AimlessWanderer · **Reply #727 on:** May 15, 2011, 08:08:13 PM

Quote from: maximus0723 on May 14, 2011, 02:40:50 AM

Hi folks,

New spirit owner here.
Love that baby.

Spirit S in BO

Though I don't have the plus version.
I was looking to expand my Spirit's capabilities by adding more driver capabilities.
Saying that...has anyone found a way to use LM bit drivers?
I can get the Plus kit but they only offer limited number of drivers.
I love how LM drivers are dual sided and there 20 of them, giving us 40 new functions.

I would love to find other ways I can expand my Spirit's capabilities, outside of the ones I mentioned.

The bonus with the plus set is that it's very easy to get standard hex bit either individually or as a set, and you can get all the hex bits which the LM range don't offer such as the security torx bits. If you want options the spirit plus kit offers more than the LM providing you top up with the actual bits you need. You could even go all out and buy something like THIS or THIS. Nothing against the LM driver bits, but I'm not sure you can replace them individually if you gnarl one up

maximus0723 · **Reply #728 on:** May 16, 2011, 03:52:56 AM

Quote from: 50ft-trad on May 15, 2011, 08:08:13 PM

Quote from: maximus0723 on May 14, 2011, 02:40:50 AM
Hi folks,

New spirit owner here.
Love that baby.

Spirit S in BO

Though I don't have the plus version.
I was looking to expand my Spirit's capabilities by adding more driver capabilities.
Saying that...has anyone found a way to use LM bit drivers?
I can get the Plus kit but they only offer limited number of drivers.
I love how LM drivers are dual sided and there 20 of them, giving us 40 new functions.

I would love to find other ways I can expand my Spirit's capabilities, outside of the ones I mentioned.

The bonus with the plus set is that it's very easy to get standard hex bit either individually or as a set, and you can get all the hex bits which the LM range don't offer such as the security torx bits. If you want options the spirit plus kit offers more than the LM providing you top up with the actual bits you need. You could even go all out and buy something like THIS or THIS. Nothing against the LM driver bits, but I'm not sure you can replace them individually if you gnarl one up

They are not dual sided, unlike LM bits. It add more weight and price.
Also with small Vic sheath, it's hard to store these things and you will need to carry those things in other compartment. Loses it's compactness.

Though what I am thinking about doing is...
Buy LM molle sheath
Get the Plus kit w/ ratchet
Add in double ended bits from online or local stores

The difficult part would be finding small bit holder like LM provides. May be I can buy the Vic bit holder in bulk from felinevet...don't know if he offers that.

Styerman · **Reply #729 on:** May 16, 2011, 03:44:55 PM

The advantage of 1/4 " hex bits as opposed to the Leatherman system is that they are readily available over the counter . They are available in various qualities , and lend themselves to easy customization . I normally carry the bits in an improvised wallet , and the UTA loose in the pocket . I'll try to get up a picture of my outfit .

I find that , trying to put all that stuff in the sheath is just too bulky .

As always , YMMV .

Chris

Magic Bus · **Reply #730 on:** May 16, 2011, 09:10:42 PM

Quote from: Gareth on May 15, 2011, 07:51:31 PM

Nice to see you around Chris.

Thanks buddy. It'll be a while before my life settles down but I'm looking forward to a fresh start and new opportunities sometime soon

maximus0723 · **Reply #731 on:** May 16, 2011, 10:05:29 PM

Quote from: Styerman on May 16, 2011, 03:44:55 PM

The advantage of 1/4 " hex bits as opposed to the Leatherman system is that they are readily available over the counter . They are available in various qualities , and lend themselves to easy customization . I normally carry the bits in an improvised wallet , and the UTA loose in the pocket . I'll try to get up a picture of my outfit .

I find that , trying to put all that stuff in the sheath is just too bulky .

As always , YMMV .

Chris

Yea that's true but if you have LM bit extender, both the standard bits and LM bits fit the extender. Just sayin.

I just hope Vic come up with more drivers. An area I would love Vic to exploit is mini/micro drivers but I bet they won't b/c then they gotta worry about cybertool sales.

edcgear · **Reply #732 on:** May 17, 2011, 07:22:03 AM

Less talk, more pics!!

New_World · **Reply #733 on:** May 18, 2011, 09:41:55 AM

the spirit is just a flat out grade A++ multitool. PERIOD!

edcgear · **Reply #734 on:** May 18, 2011, 04:03:21 PM

Quote from: New_World on May 18, 2011, 09:41:55 AM

the spirit is just a flat out grade A++ multitool. PERIOD!

+1

Beerplumber · **Reply #735 on:** May 19, 2011, 06:36:41 PM

Can I get a he'll yeah for the combi-blade!?

Pacu · **Reply #736 on:** May 21, 2011, 07:52:46 PM

I'm back !

had one..traded it away..had spirit regret now back in the club. This one i'm keeping till i'm dead.

edcgear · **Reply #737 on:** May 21, 2011, 08:10:14 PM

Welcome back!!

Never know what you have, untill you loose it...

ICanFixThat · **Reply #738 on:** May 22, 2011, 06:07:10 PM

Quote from: edcgear on May 18, 2011, 04:03:21 PM

Quote from: New_World on May 18, 2011, 09:41:55 AM
the spirit is just a flat out grade A++ multitool. PERIOD!

+1

Absolutely!! Best there is.... the right balance .... the feng shui is right for me, it has the force, and Zen with the tool gods.

J-sews · **Reply #739 on:** May 22, 2011, 06:17:56 PM

Quote from: Pacu on May 21, 2011, 07:52:46 PM

I'm back !

had one..traded it away..had spirit regret now back in the club. This one i'm keeping till i'm dead.

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Congrats Jason, and welcome back to the club!

AimlessWanderer · **Reply #740 on:** May 22, 2011, 10:35:29 PM

Quote from: ICanFixThat on May 22, 2011, 06:07:10 PM

Quote from: edcgear on May 18, 2011, 04:03:21 PM
Quote from: New_World on May 18, 2011, 09:41:55 AM
the spirit is just a flat out grade A++ multitool. PERIOD!

+1
Absolutely!! Best there is.... the right balance .... the feng shui is right for me, it has the force, and Zen with the tool gods.

That's pretty much the best description I've seen of a Vic Spirit

J-sews · **Reply #741 on:** May 23, 2011, 04:55:09 AM

Cap crimper version

Styerman · **Reply #742 on:** May 23, 2011, 04:26:16 PM

Nice shot , very elegant !

chris

AHB · **Reply #743 on:** May 23, 2011, 07:44:04 PM

Quote from: J-sews on May 23, 2011, 04:55:09 AM

Cap crimper version

Ohh, that's nice too...

Vladimir · **Reply #744 on:** May 24, 2011, 05:23:48 PM

I received my 2nd Spirit today, so it's time for a family photo!

New_World · **Reply #745 on:** May 25, 2011, 10:21:13 AM

whats better than owning a victorinox spirit?......owning 2!
nice pics...and a bit kit to boot. =)

AHB · **Reply #746 on:** May 25, 2011, 07:54:04 PM

Quote from: Vladimir on May 24, 2011, 05:23:48 PM

I received my 2nd Spirit today, so it's time for a family photo!

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Nice line up Vladimir..

That Vic rachet is pure genius if you ask me..

Vladimir · **Reply #747 on:** May 25, 2011, 08:24:59 PM

I was looking to buy ratchet and bitkit only for my Spirit ( I already had wrench for my SwissTool ) and I found Spirit Plus at a great price, so I finally scored the ratchet.
Indeed great piece of equipment.

grimm_kaosboy · **Reply #748 on:** June 05, 2011, 05:46:14 AM

Well guys, I finally caved in and got a spirit. Went all out and got the ratchet, extension bar, corkscrew and mini driver with it. I love both my Swisstool and Swisstool X...but in comparison to the Spirit they feel like unwieldy bricks...
So I guess all in all a bittersweet day for me $:-\$

J-sews · **Reply #749 on:** June 05, 2011, 03:31:03 PM

Quote from: grimm_kaosboy on June 05, 2011, 05:46:14 AM

Well guys, I finally caved in and got a spirit. Went all out and got the ratchet, extension bar, corkscrew and mini driver with it. I love both my Swisstool and Swisstool X...but in comparison to the Spirit they feel like unwieldy bricks...
So I guess all in all a bittersweet day for me $:-\$

Pish posh. The day you get your first Spirit is always a wonderful day.

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