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Tool Talk => Swiss Army Knights Forum => Topic started by: 1jump2many on October 18, 2009, 03:04:31 PM
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I get the feeling asking this question is going to be like asking children if they like candy but, I was wondering what those of you that own a Vic Traveller Lite thinks of it? I've been trying to decide whether to get the Traveller or Altimeter. If I get the Traveller I figure I might was well get the Traveller Lite. Let me know what you think. Thanks.
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I take mine away with me on holiday/vacation every time as the light and clock/alarm come in handy in hotels, not to mention the scissors and the blade and the....
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I could do with a magnifier on it too, that would be useful (for me that is)
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Not a fan to be honest, as I feel electronics and sak's should be kept separate :)
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Not a fan to be honest, as I feel electronics and sak's should be kept separate :)
That's my angle as well really.
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There doesn't seem to be a lot of fans of the Traveller. :think:
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They are nice knives but I don't really have a use for one. Wanna buy a Voyager in grey instead?
I happen to have one lying around here unused :D
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I like the Traveller Lite! However, I find it hard to recommend it to others because of the price. Right now you can get a Voyager for a great price, last one cost me $29. I tried to sell an new Altimeter (non plus) for something like $35 on knife-forums not that long ago and there were no takers.
If I remember right the best price on the Traveller light is $100.00, and most places want more.
I also have some misgivings about mixing electronics in the SAK, but I guess you can't stand still. So I'm trying to accept it; if they do break well you still have the knife. My biggest problem is since they have a hardtime making a profit on the knives they try to make up for it on the electronics which are actually a fraction of the cost of the rest of the knife.
So if price is not a problem I'd go for the traveller and have it all in one package!
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I have no issues with mixing electronics with SAKs.
With that said, I have only the Altimeter Plus right now. I like how it can predict the weather if you pay close enough attention. I am thinking, all things being equal, that would be very useful on an expedition.
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ohhh come on guy....please send ALL SAK's with electronics and I will keep safe here...
I won't tell anybody....
BTW That is a GREAT pocket knife. I would be Proud of myself IF I COULD BUY ONE.
you can count my vote as a POSITIVE . GET IT , I would.
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They are nice knives but I don't really have a use for one. Wanna buy a Voyager in grey instead?
I happen to have one lying around here unused :D
Got one, thanks for the offer though.
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I can't really give my opinion on any of the electronic-incorporated SAKs, not even any with the LED light, whether 58mm or 91mm, but I must comment on the premise of the Traveller/Traveller Lite; personally - granted, this is if knives were allowed on planes (since I carry-on only), I could definitely see a Traveller Lite being my sole SAK on a trip. Yes, it's effectively a Climber plus the electronics scale, but it would allow me to keep an eye on the weather, for a bit more warning against drastic weather changes, and if I didn't bring my cell phone with me, I could use that as my alarm clock.
So, yes, the knife is quite expensive - too expensive, in my opinion - for a particular niche or two, it would be tempting. Granted, with that said, I'd probably just grab a regular Climber Plus or an Explorer Plus and toss in a travel alarm clock and watch, but your mileage may vary. :D
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They are way too expensive. Back at the start of the year when SAKs were on ebay UK, you could grab a nib grey Voyager for under £20. Compare that to the Traveller Lite :ahhh
I did have a Traveller Lite for a while. I ordered it special and was really looking forward to it. I was so disappointed when it arrived, I really disliked the textured translucent scales :( That's just me though.
Cleaning can be a real issue with the electronics SAKs. I once had a Voyager that was grim enough to require a full soak and scrub. The only option you have is to remove the scales and they are not easy to remove without cracking them.
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Not a fan to be honest, as I feel electronics and sak's should be kept separate :)
:tu:
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With the exception of a few it seems the consensus I'm getting is the Traveller Lite is too expensive or people don't like mixing SAK's and electronics. I don't mind having a digital display on an SAK. I don't know about the need for a barometer though. I don't plan on using it on any expeditions. :D I do like the idea of a thermometer though. I have a Voyager but it just has a clock, alarm and timer. The Altimeter Plus seems like a better choice for what I'm looking for. I like the tool array better than the Traveller Lite, it has a thermometer and the price is about half that of a Traveller. Thanks for all of your input. It helps me narrow down my decision. Any other input is appreciated. Especially about the Altimeter Plus. :climber:
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It's more of a suitcase/holiday tool than a backpck tool - if you knowarramean?
I like it, every sak lover should have at least one "electric" thingymabob :sak:
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I decided to save a little $ and go with the Altimeter Plus. The function I wanted the most was the thermometer and it has it so that should suffice.