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Tool Talk => Swiss Army Knights Forum => Topic started by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on May 19, 2008, 10:26:30 PM
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For me it's the X, as I feel it's the model with the most utility, and most able to cope with the little jobs that come up from time to time :)
(BTW I did think about adding the 2 Spirit model's, but they really are different animal's to my mind :))
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Only handled the Std version but hopefully after the meetup i'll have a better feel for the differences. I do think the X would provide the best of both worlds though :)
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Funnily enough, I'm thinking of getting a Standard to use really hard as I tend to baby my X a bit as it was a gift from my folks ::)
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I wasn't initially interested in the RS since I never thought I`d need the serrated cutter any more than the serrated blade. I also think all multis should have scissors, so for the longest time I thought the X was the best one. Then I got an RS in a trade- I had no particular interest in it, even then, but I took it anyway because a friend wanted something I had, and I was really pleased with it. It arrived shortly before I went on my vacation (http://www.sosakonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=192&Itemid=35) last year and I used it almost exclusively. I started to like it almost instantly and it's been my preferred model ever since.
Def
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I like the X since I use both scissors and metal file/saw. One PE blade is enough for my needs.
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Well, I like all of them but to be honest I prefer the RS. I like the RS better because I hate the SwissTool files ( except the Spirit's).. I also think the belt cutter is far more useful. Another thing I don't like about the STD. is how the serrated blade has a point. I would rather have a rounded tip just in case I needed to save someone etc. Also, I LOVE how the belt cutter on the RS doesn't have the pointy serrations like on my STD. models. I have not had good luck with that pattern of serrations.. The RS is by far my favorite SwissTool! But, to be honest, I like the Spirit more than the SwissTools. I like small size and just all of the features. I find the file to be better and I prefer needle nose pliers because of their versatility. Well, they are not needle nose but a lot more so than the SwissTools! One more thing, I like the chisel on the Spirit more also! I like how it has the corner sharpened and even how the wire scraper is far bigger than on the SwissTools.
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I have both an Original and an X. For several years I EDC'd the X. The scissors were very useful in the job I had.
These days I find the serrated blade on my Original much more useful, so I had to choose that one for the poll.
I am situational in my preferences. I tend to keep my X for Sunday and other off work times. If I expect hard use, I want my Original. The same applies to my companion pocket knives, some I carry for work and some at other times.
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Truth be known I am a fan of the original. I owned the RS once but didn't like the tool trade. I have a Spirit that I EDC so that is my new love.
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But, why don't you like the RS exactly? It has a serrated blade and scissors.
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He knows- where do you think I got my RS from? :P
Def
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LOL! IMO, the serrated belt cutter works better than the SwissTool serrated blade any day!
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The X has the tools I need most.
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Good to see the X on top :)
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I got my RS because it was highly rated for survival and EDC on many forums and I'm glad I did.
it has everything I would like and as far as the quality, I don't have to preach to the choir! ;)
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I got my RS because it was highly rated for survival and EDC on many forums and I'm glad I did.
it has everything I would like and as far as the quality, I don't have to preach to the choir! ;)
Like you say mate, no preaching required mate, we all know how great the the Swisstank eh tool, really is :)
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The X model because the scissors.
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I have two Std's and one RS . I used to have an X model but that went to live with another forum member . I'm not a huge fan of the Swisstools file but I do like two blades and especially a blunt tip serrated blade so the RS is a natural choice for me . Second choice would be the Std with the X coming in third .The curved belt cutter on the RS out performs many other expensive rescue knives and will cut through rope , clothing , webbing with ease and is easy to sharpen on a Spyderco Sharpmaker , just a shame its not one handed opening although I doubt it ever will due to the amount of European countries banning one handed opening .
Despite being around for over ten years the Swisstool is still one of the best Multitools on the market and some ( ;) ) would consider the best .
Dunc
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Despite being around for over ten years the Swisstool is still one of the best Multitools on the market and some ( ;) ) would consider the best .
Dunc
Put me down in the 'ST is the best' catagory mate :)
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While not a huge fan of the Swisstool, I picked the Original because it doesn't have the scissors. I've never used the scissors on any multi that I've owned.
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Then how come you just didn't buy an ALX or an XTi? Then, you would have had an extra bit driver!
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I do have the XTi. I got it used from our good friend Supertentorial. It's in my GHB.
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hardto pick between the original and the cs plus. the bits are nice. maybe the X is better!
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I can't really comment as I only have the std version that paired with my climber took care of any tasks (have I mentioned that I really miss my climber I hope that something horrible befalls the s o b who has it )
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I can't really comment as I only have the std version that paired with my climber took care of any tasks (have I mentioned that I really miss my climber I hope that something horrible befalls the s o b who has it )
I hope so to mate >:D
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If I carry a Std. I will just pair it up with a Micra. But, as I said I really loathe the SwissTool file!
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I like the X because of the scissors.
dtrain
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Dang, I would have never thought that the X was most popular. I would have thought the Standard, but, I was wrong. I don't understand why Victorinox has a different file for their SwissTool's and Spirits. The Spirit file is so much more coarse and aggressive than the Swisstool's.. I think the metal saw works better on the Spirit also. BTW, I need to have a serrated blade on my multitools. I just have gotten used to it, I guess. Plus, the belt cutter works twice as good as the Standard's serrated blade, IMO!
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this poll shows that a Swisstool that has all 5 main tools (PE blade, serrated blade, saw, file, and mini scissors) would sell well. Replace one straight edge screw driver with a mini scissors and..... voila ! .....a "Swisstool 5".
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I wish they had a model with a file, sizzors??, and a serrated blade.
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The X is the one I have and the one I'd vote for, but I have to agree, the file is pretty poo. :(
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The X is the one I have and the one I'd vote for, but I have to agree, the file is pretty poo. :(
Thats exactly what I thought until I cut a bolt in half with one the day before yesterday :o It couldnt have performed any better and I was most surprised .
Dunc
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I prefer the regular swisstool, with the 2 cutting blades, file, and saw. If I need scissors I use my leatherman squirt. :sak:
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ST-X for me
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original as its the only i have :D
(but spirit is on its way)
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Swisstool CS for me. The socket wrench is a great compliment to the ST-X and works well as a stand alone tool. With the leather case holding all tools together as one kit is really really nice. The separate socket wrench works much better in real-world application then using an adapter to fit onto the MT itself (e.g. Leatherguy adapter). The bits include a large and small phillips to compliment the medium phillips on the ST itself. The only down side is that its heavy.
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The RS , luv the curved serated blade. I also have an X , lives on the strap of my toolbag.
Chris
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Got the plus set (minus the corkscrew) with my ST-X, but I love the new ratchet even more.
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RS! RS! RS! No real reason why. :D
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Got the plus set (minus the corkscrew) with my ST-X, but I love the new ratchet even more.
Do you put all 3 tools (ST + ratchet/extension + socket wrench) in one large leather case?
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Got the plus set (minus the corkscrew) with my ST-X, but I love the new ratchet even more.
Do you put all 3 tools (ST + ratchet/extension + socket wrench) in one large leather case?
The ratchet is waiting the arrival of the new spirit (when that will be released), but the swiss tool + socket wrench resides in one nylon pouch I've purchased separately. It's made by Tatonka (Euro brand I belive) and I'll re post pics of it.
I'll looking to buy the corkscrew separately for my ST-X (found a seller on ebay) know a few girls who're into vine
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thanks for the heads up on the pouch . thanks for the pics too - always appreciate pics posted here. carl