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Tool Talk => Swiss Army Knights Forum => Topic started by: cali-SAK-attack on March 30, 2017, 10:38:45 AM
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Hey guys........
Starting this Thread to show the journey of Me & My Grandson as we collect him some SAK's :D :tu:
John is 1 year old now, and will be 2 here in July......He and the collection are GROWING SOOOO FAST!!
He already has his 1st SAK , A sharp-LESS 91mm Tinker 8) on some old car keys I had.(I will post up pics ASAP) :tu:
A couple knives I own/use , But most I get are for him, or will be his in the future. :tu:
Here are a couple pics of John with his Tink n' Keys ..... & his Birth Year Set , to start things off...... :tu:
I will try to do a knife a day, if possible...plus the New stuff we get in,questions,comments, etc.
Hasta Luego from "The Packin' House" ............ 8)
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We got this grouping in today.........
Most have some type of Scale/Handle damage - to be replaced in time. :tu:
The Cyclist was what I was after for the collection....ended up to be the worst off....and the back side tools have blade play on close and open :facepalm:
Mod fodder .......... hmmmmmmm MAYBE! :think: :D
Side note *** the seller threw in the 58mm Vic Classic SD for free as a bonus - Green rear scale was broke in half, I removed the 1/2 that was there when they arrived B4 pix. ***
:climber: Hasta Luego from "The Packin' House" ............ 8)
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Cool thread Cali! :salute: You have a lucky Grandson :cheers:
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Wow! :tu:
And he has a bigger collection than me now. :ahhh
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:popcorn:
Cool thread!
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:like: :like: !!
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I love the fact that you are getting John familiar with SAKS at an early age.
Great pictures! :like:
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Fun thread Cali!
Little guy is growing up with a life-long love of tools, but most of all he's learning the importance of quality time with those you love.
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Future MTO member with an impressive collection as well :like:
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Wow! :tu:
And he has a bigger collection than me now. :ahhh
me too
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Wow! :tu:
And he has a bigger collection than me now. :ahhh
me too
I'm feeling pretty jealous. :facepalm: :P
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Great posts Cali!!!!
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Great thread Cali. :tu: I love to sit with my boy and show him the different SAKs in my small collection. I told him they would all be his someday and got a huge smile and a Really!!! out of him. Hoping the interest will stick with him for a lifetime. Definitely subscribed to this puppy. :cheers:
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Thanks Guys n' Gals 8) :cheers:
more pics here in a bit >>>>>>>>>>>>>>> :salute: :climber:
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Here are a few pics of Johns Tink n' Keys....... :D
I had a set of keys to a Honda civic I had and sold , a few years ago.... and added the sharp-LESS Tinker. He thinks it is neat to have keys that look like Grandpas. :tu:
He rarely lets them out of his sight....... Unless he is SO tired from Farmin' ,Playin' in water/dirt , errr Packin with Grandpa 8) (he barely made it to get 1 boot off , LOL )
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I cut or ground off anything sharp on a 91mm Tinker.
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For the post a "Knife of the Day" deal , I figured we would start with the smaller Alox Knives we have for John. :tu:
Group shot (less what when got in mail today)
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8) Knife of the Day :ahhh
Victorinox DeLuxe - Marble Blue / with Gold Shield
(SAK-Wiki info) :tu:
The Victorinox DeLuxe is a luxury model containing the same layer tools as the Classic, but featuring high luster enameled scales with a marbled pattern and gold trim. These knives do not include the toothpick, tweezers, or keyring. The complete DeLuxe series of knives includes 5 enamel finish models in different colors, and 1 gold edition. However; There appears to be at least two color variations, or the series was extended at some point to include darker red and darker blue editions (see Extended Series image below). The knifes in this series were packaged in lined jewelry gift cases. While technically 56mm the DeLuxe is listed in the 58mm section which is the closest standard size.
****** Variations = Some knives have a Gold Victorinox Shield printed on the top scale; this variation appears much less common and belong to a later edition manufactured in 1987 (date from Dan Jacquart).*****
:climber: Hasta Luego from "The Packin' House" ............ 8) & as always - CLICK on my pics to see actual sized/clarity of my pictures :tu: :cheers:
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:mail: MAIL CALL YA'LL !!! :mail:
Snagged this grouping for Lil Boy Blue , off Da'Bay for $12.50 Shipped :ahhh
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8) Knife of the Day :ahhh
Victorinox Companion - ALOX / Blue / *** Note: One has printed Shield , all 3 are Adverts on back side ***
(SAK-Wiki info) :tu:
The Companion is a common 58mm Victorinox knife, having the same tools as the Alox Classic. The only difference between the models is the scales, with the Companion having very thin and smooth Alox scales, while the Alox Classic has some what thicker scales that are textured. There is also a Companion SD version, which like the Alox Classic SD has the screwdriver-tip on the nail file rather than the ''nail-cleaner-tip'
:climber: Hasta Luego from "The Packin' House" ............ 8) & as always - CLICK on my pics to see actual sized/clarity of my pictures :tu: :cheers:
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8) Knife of the Day :ahhh
Victorinox SwissTool Spirit / Serrated Butter Blade
(SAK-Wiki info) :tu:
The Victorinox Spirit, correctly named the SwissTool Spirit, is a plier-type multitool with uniquely curved handles, and a wide assortment of tools that all lock in the open position.
:climber: Hasta Luego from "The Packin' House" ............ 8) & as always - CLICK on my pics to see actual sized/clarity of my pictures :tu: :cheers:
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When I first saw the "butter" blade on the Spirit I wasn't impressed. I thought, how could such a terrific company like Victorinox put such a lame blade on that tool. Then I got one and WOW, was I so wrong. Its such an awesome blade.
I cannot wait till he can use some of his tools. Thats going to be a fun day for you both.
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8) AGREED odd blade , GREAT tool!
:cheers: THANKS Aloha :cheers:
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Another plus for the butter blade here - I wish Vic would add one to a 91 or 93mm frame. :cheers:
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8) Knife of the Day :ahhh
Victorinox Pocket Pal 58mm / ALOX / NO Keyring version / Red - COORS advert
(SAK-Wiki info) :tu:
The 58mm Pocket Pal is an older Victorinox knife that is fairly rare. With a single layer design and Alox handles it is extremely slim. This model is essentially an Alox scaled version of the Cellidor Princess. The 58mm Pocket Pal should not be confused with the larger, more common, 84mm Pocket Pal model that is still in production.
Discontinued model.
:climber: Hasta Luego from "The Packin' House" ............ 8) & as always - CLICK on my pics to see actual sized/clarity of my pictures :tu: :cheers:
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8) Knife of the Day :ahhh
Victorinox Companion - ALOX / Red / *** Note: No Keyring version ***
(SAK-Wiki info) :tu:
The Companion is a common 58mm Victorinox knife, having the same tools as the Alox Classic. The only difference between the models is the scales, with the Companion having very thin and smooth Alox scales, while the Alox Classic has some what thicker scales that are textured. There is also a Companion SD version, which like the Alox Classic SD has the screwdriver-tip on the nail file rather than the ''nail-cleaner-tip'
:climber: Hasta Luego from "The Packin' House" ............ 8) & as always - CLICK on my pics to see actual sized/clarity of my pictures :tu: :cheers:
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:mail: MAIL CALL YA'LL !!! :mail:
Snagged this Trio to get the Serrated Unit :D :ahhh 8)
All 3 new NO boxes
Spartan
Weekender 8) :ahhh
Small 84mm Tinker
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A couple more SAKs and little guy will have surpassed my small collection.
Good job :tu:
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:facepalm: I think he has around 150-200-ish , DON'T tell Grandma :whistle:
Part of the reason for this thread = one place for me to post pics and info for each of the differences/models.... As I forget alot of it after I had put them in collection binders for John...... This makes it alot easier :D :cheers:
I also want something for him to see the Journey in the future, NOW THAT WILL BE COOL! 8)
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8) Knife of the Day :ahhh
Victorinox Companion - ALOX / Black / Advert / *** Note: Has Keyring & No Shield version***
(SAK-Wiki info) :tu:
The Companion is a common 58mm Victorinox knife, having the same tools as the Alox Classic. The only difference between the models is the scales, with the Companion having very thin and smooth Alox scales, while the Alox Classic has some what thicker scales that are textured. There is also a Companion SD version, which like the Alox Classic SD has the screwdriver-tip on the nail file rather than the ''nail-cleaner-tip'
:climber: Hasta Luego from "The Packin' House" ............ 8) & as always - CLICK on my pics to see actual sized/clarity of my pictures :tu: :cheers:
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8) Knife of the Day :ahhh
Victorinox Classic SD - ALOX / Black / *** Note: Has Keyring ***
(SAK-Wiki info) :tu:
The Victorinox Classic is the most common Swiss Army Knife, and is considered the 'basic' (or base) 58mm sized model. The Classic SD has a ScrewDriver tip on the nail-file/cleaner tool and is often simply referred to as a Classic, while technically being a very common variation. The Classic is available in an extremely wide range of colors and handle materials. It is also a very popular model to be branded with a company logo. There are a number of other 58mm knives with the same blade configuration. However, as a general rule, to be a Classic, the knife must have the Keyring, Toothpick and Tweezers. There are a few exceptions to this rule; when the scales are metal, these knives generally do not have the Tweezers or the Toothpick; The Alox Classic SD, the ((show_image.php?id=398|Brushed Stainless Steel Classic)), and knives in the Classic SD Sterling Series. To make the definition just a little more imprecise, the knives with machined stainless steel scales are known as the Broker. There is a special issue Classic SD series made for Tiffany Co. that have Sterling Silver scales with the toothpick and the tweezers.
:climber: Hasta Luego from "The Packin' House" ............ 8) & as always - CLICK on my pics to see actual sized/clarity of my pictures :tu: :cheers:
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8) Knife of the Day :ahhh
Victorinox Companion SD - ALOX / Green / *** Note: with Advert ,with shield , with Keyring & SD version ***
(SAK-Wiki info) :tu:
The Companion is a common 58mm Victorinox knife, having the same tools as the Alox Classic. The only difference between the models is the scales, with the Companion having very thin and smooth Alox scales, while the Alox Classic has some what thicker scales that are textured. There is also a Companion SD version, which like the Alox Classic SD has the screwdriver-tip on the nail file rather than the ''nail-cleaner-tip'
:climber: Hasta Luego from "The Packin' House" ............ 8) & as always - CLICK on my pics to see actual sized/clarity of my pictures :tu: :cheers:
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8) Knife of the Day :ahhh
Victorinox Classic SD - ALOX / Pink / *** Note: Has Keyring ***
(SAK-Wiki info) :tu:
The Victorinox Classic is the most common Swiss Army Knife, and is considered the 'basic' (or base) 58mm sized model. The Classic SD has a ScrewDriver tip on the nail-file/cleaner tool and is often simply referred to as a Classic, while technically being a very common variation. The Classic is available in an extremely wide range of colors and handle materials. It is also a very popular model to be branded with a company logo. There are a number of other 58mm knives with the same blade configuration. However, as a general rule, to be a Classic, the knife must have the Keyring, Toothpick and Tweezers. There are a few exceptions to this rule; when the scales are metal, these knives generally do not have the Tweezers or the Toothpick; The Alox Classic SD, the ((show_image.php?id=398|Brushed Stainless Steel Classic)), and knives in the Classic SD Sterling Series. To make the definition just a little more imprecise, the knives with machined stainless steel scales are known as the Broker. There is a special issue Classic SD series made for Tiffany Co. that have Sterling Silver scales with the toothpick and the tweezers.
:climber: Hasta Luego from "The Packin' House" ............ 8) & as always - CLICK on my pics to see actual sized/clarity of my pictures :tu: :cheers:
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8) Knife of the Day :ahhh
Victorinox Companion SD - ALOX / Silver / *** Note: with Advert , No shield , No Keyring , Old Nail File version ***
(SAK-Wiki info) :tu:
The Companion is a common 58mm Victorinox knife, having the same tools as the Alox Classic. The only difference between the models is the scales, with the Companion having very thin and smooth Alox scales, while the Alox Classic has some what thicker scales that are textured. There is also a Companion SD version, which like the Alox Classic SD has the screwdriver-tip on the nail file rather than the ''nail-cleaner-tip'
:climber: Hasta Luego from "The Packin' House" ............ 8) & as always - CLICK on my pics to see actual sized/clarity of my pictures :tu: :cheers:
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8) Knife of the Day :ahhh
Victorinox DIPLOMAT - Silver / *** Note: with RED Shield & with Keyring version ***
(SAK-Wiki info) :tu:
The Victorinox Diplomat is a 58mm Swiss Army knife that is very closely related to the Classic SD. The only real difference is it has chromed stainless steel scales and no Toothpick or Tweezers. This model is not very well known and is often mistaken for a Sterling Silver Classic.
Discontinued model.
:climber: Hasta Luego from "The Packin' House" ............ 8) & as always - CLICK on my pics to see actual sized/clarity of my pictures :tu: :cheers:
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Thanks , Ron :cheers:
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8) Knife of the Day :ahhh
Victorinox Money Clip - Red / 74mm
(SAK-Wiki info) :tu:
The Money Clip is a 74mm Swiss Army Knife made by Victorinox that has 3 blades and a Money Clip on the back.
:climber: Hasta Luego from "The Packin' House" ............ 8) & as always - CLICK on my pics to see actual sized/clarity of my pictures :tu: :cheers:
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8) Knife of the Day :ahhh
Wenger PocketGrip - Red / 85mm plier tool / *** note: Serrated version ,with box ***
We found this one on Craigslist, in Fresno, Ca , we drove up there and snagged it for $40 bucks
(SAK-Wiki info) :tu:
The Wenger PocketGrip (earlier named the MiniGrip) is an 85mm Wenger tool that fairly closely resembles a Swiss Army Knife with a set of non-folding plier jaws protruding from one end. The PocketGrip is available with either square or needle node pliers. Also falling outside the standard SAK profile is the plier handle, which conceals a set of standard 1/4" hex driver bits. With the exception of the flat-head screwdriver/cap lifter blade (which features Wenger's automatic spring-pressure safety lock system), none of the tools on the PocketGrip lock open.
:climber: Hasta Luego from "The Packin' House" ............ 8) & as always - CLICK on my pics to see actual sized/clarity of my pictures :tu: :cheers:
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8) Knife of the Day :ahhh
Wenger PocketGrip - Red / 85mm plier tool / *** note: Serrated version ,with box ***
We found this one on Craigslist, in Fresno, Ca , we drove up there and snagged it for $40 bucks
Great deal! I really like that tool.
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8) Knife of the Day :ahhh
Wenger PocketGrip - Red / 85mm plier tool / *** note: Serrated version ,with box ***
We found this one on Craigslist, in Fresno, Ca , we drove up there and snagged it for $40 bucks
Great deal! I really like that tool.
Very nice deal congrats. I have both needle nose and blunt nose. I really like these Wengers. It'd be awesome if Victorinox came out with a re branded one.
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Thanks , Lisa & Aloha! :cheers: :cheers:
Aloha - Both versions! too cool 8) ..... got a side by side pic? :ahhh :tu:
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8) Knife of the Day :ahhh
Victorinox Prince - Blue Alox / 74mm ***NOTE: SAKWiki does not show there are Alox versions :think: - Advert - hole drilled in one end - Vintage nail file version = tip & file style
(SAK-Wiki info) :tu:
The Victorinox Prince is a slim 74mm Swiss Army knife with 3 tools. Early ones may feature different versions of the Nail-file with cleaner tip. The Victorinox Cavalier was the same model with Cellidor scales, toothpick, and tweezers.
:climber: Hasta Luego from "The Packin' House" ............ 8) & as always - CLICK on my pics to see actual sized/clarity of my pictures :tu: :cheers:
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:mail: MAIL CALL YA'LL !!! :mail:
Snagged A Pair of this LE/Limited Edition from DLT Trading
Victorinox Tinker / 91mm / LE WARTHOG :multi:
*** Note: box labeled : "59201" (over the bar code) & "Swiss Army Tinker Warthog" (under the bar code)
there was (SOLD OUT) a Hiker & Classic pattern for sale by this Dealer also.......... 8)
:climber: Hasta Luego from "The Packin' House" ............ 8) & as always - CLICK on my pics to see actual sized/clarity of my pictures :tu: :cheers:
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Never seen scales like that! :tu:
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Never seen scales like that! :tu:
I hadn't either...... They sure caught my eye tho! :ahhh 8)
(WISH I had found em b4 they sold all out - especially the other 2 patterns! :facepalm: )
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8) Knife of the Day :ahhh
Wenger EvoWood 11 - Wood / 85mm ***NOTE: No Toothpick or Tweezer in scales version ***
(SAK-Wiki info) :tu:
The EvoWood 11 was first introduced in 2010, and has wooden scales made from recycled Swiss Walnut wood waste.
The Wenger EVO 11, and the EVO S11 are basic standard sized (85mm) 2 layer Swiss Army Knives with an ergonomic handle design. The "S" models also feature a locking blade for improved safety. The EVOGrip 11 models add additional textured rubberized grip pads to the scales for increased retention, especially when wet.
:climber: Hasta Luego from "The Packin' House" ............ 8) & as always - CLICK on my pics to see actual sized/clarity of my pictures :tu: :cheers:
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:mail: MAIL CALL YA'LL !!! :mail:
Pulled this Patriotic unit out of Da' Bay , Them scales just scream out .......... " 'MERICA! " & Pride 8)
Victorinox Super Tinker / 91mm / LE FLAG scales :multi:
(SAK-Wiki info) :tu:
The Victorinox Super Tinker is a standard size 91mm model that adds scissors, and the multipurpose hook to the very popular Tinker model. However, it is generally thought of as similar to the Climber model, but with Phillips screwdriver instead of a corkscrew.
:climber: Hasta Luego from "The Packin' House" ............ 8) & as always - CLICK on my pics to see actual sized/clarity of my pictures :tu: :cheers:
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8) Knife of the Day :ahhh
Victorinox Windsor - Smooth Stainless Steel / 74mm
(SAK-Wiki info) :tu:
The Windsor is a 74mm Swiss Army Knife from Victorinox with machine turned Stainless Steel scales, and the same layer tools as the more common Ambassador, but without the Toothpick or Tweezers........ The Stainless Steel scales can be smooth or have different engraved designs.
:climber: Hasta Luego from "The Packin' House" ............ 8) & as always - CLICK on my pics to see actual sized/clarity of my pictures :tu: :cheers:
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8) Knife of the Day :ahhh
Victorinox Bakers Knife - RED Smooth ALOX / 91mm
(SAK-Wiki info) :tu:
The Victorinox Baker's Knife, also known as the Bäckermesser, is different than other folding pocket knives by Victorinox, with a different style as well as tools. This knife, as it's name suggests, is aimed at the Pastry Chef for some of their delicate adornment work. It's curved serrated blade is unique to this knife, as is its folded length of 90.25mm. The knife has solid Red Alox scales. This knife is very thin at only 4.83mm and may be the thinnest Victorinox folding pocket knife currently in production (2008).
:climber: Hasta Luego from "The Packin' House" ............ 8) & as always - CLICK on my pics to see actual sized/clarity of my pictures :tu: :cheers:
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Like that serrated curved blade! :tu:
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:hatsoff: Thank you , sir :2tu: