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Title: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on February 15, 2013, 07:35:37 PM
Yep me and another club  :whistle:  :D since getting the swisschamp from taxi Dad (Michael ) I've carried it pretty much daily,it's a very handy SAK and i've been carrying it in the vic pouch with the solitaire I also kindly got from Michael  :think: I also sometimes use a chain with a home made dangler for pocket carry,fantastic sak that needs a club of its own  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Gareth on February 15, 2013, 07:37:56 PM
A SwissChamp is a SAK that everyone should have.  Lots and lots of fiddle factor and still (just about) practical to use all the tools. :D  Lets be honest, it's the SAK that every child dreams about owning, right?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on February 15, 2013, 07:41:36 PM
A SwissChamp is a SAK that everyone should have.  Lots and lots of fiddle factor and still (just about) practical to use all the tools. :D  Lets be honest, it's the SAK that every child dreams about owning, right?

 :climber:  :tu:. I've even used the pen a few times,it's my companion tonight on a 12 hour night shift  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: AHB on February 15, 2013, 07:41:44 PM
Another club Paul matey..?   :pok:  ::)  ;)

I'm in with a Stayglow Swisschamp with new magnifier and a red with a old style. (last one up for trade btw..  ;))
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: jerseydevil on February 15, 2013, 07:41:57 PM
Mine's an early one.  :)  Grooved corkscrew, scissors have a screw, old mag glass, no hook.

(http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g448/Jerseydevil379/DSCF0814.jpg)
(http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g448/Jerseydevil379/back.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on February 15, 2013, 07:45:01 PM
Mines got old style magglass  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Gareth on February 15, 2013, 07:46:01 PM
Paul, you know you've got me thinking about carrying my SwissChamp this weekend don't you? :twak:

I'm so easily influenced. :facepalm:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: jerseydevil on February 15, 2013, 07:47:35 PM
Paul, you know you've got me thinking about carrying my SwissChamp this weekend don't you? :twak:

I'm so easily influenced. :facepalm:

Me too.  I just took mine out of the cabinet and it's in my pocket.  :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on February 15, 2013, 07:50:02 PM
Paul, you know you've got me thinking about carrying my SwissChamp this weekend don't you? :twak:

I'm so easily influenced. :facepalm:

Me too.  I just took mine out of the cabinet and it's in my pocket.  :)

It's all Michaels fault  :rofl:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mr. Whippy on February 15, 2013, 07:55:32 PM
Well, I'm in with:

A Supertimer (SwissChamp with Timekeeper scales)
(http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z231/bluebadger88/misc/cybertimer/Sakclock002.jpg)

SwissChamp XLT (No picture  :()

And a SwissChamp XAVT
(http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z231/bluebadger88/misc/knife/006.jpg)

I do think the Cybertool 41 should be a member of this club too.  It really is the modern SwissChamp.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on February 15, 2013, 07:59:41 PM
Well, I'm in with:

A Supertimer (SwissChamp with Timekeeper scales)
(http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z231/bluebadger88/misc/cybertimer/Sakclock002.jpg)

SwissChamp XLT (No picture  :()

And a SwissChamp XAVT
(http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z231/bluebadger88/misc/knife/006.jpg)

I do think the Cybertool 41 should be a member of this club too.  It really is the modern SwissChamp.

Possibly another club  :think: I'm ok with it though  :tu: I'm off too work  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: AimlessWanderer on February 15, 2013, 08:03:00 PM
I do think the Cybertool 41 should be a member of this club too.  It really is the modern SwissChamp.

If the CT41 counts I'm in  :tu: otherwise ...

 :kickout:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Top-Gear-24 on February 15, 2013, 08:03:52 PM
Count me in  ;).

My favorite SAK for edc in my free time, a bit too bulky to carry around at work ... (so there I carry my Huntsman).


(http://i739.photobucket.com/albums/xx39/Rikske77/Victorinox%20Swisschamp%20Brothers/IMG_7134.jpg)

(http://i739.photobucket.com/albums/xx39/Rikske77/Victorinox%20Swisschamp%20Brothers/IMG_7142.jpg)

(http://i739.photobucket.com/albums/xx39/Rikske77/Victorinox%20Swisschamp%20Brothers/IMG_7112.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Syph007 on February 15, 2013, 08:08:08 PM
Swiss champs!  I do love them.  I debate about removing the fish scaler, as its basically a ruler for me only.. but I leave it.  The only thing I dont use is the mag glass and Id love to swap that out for the wenger universal wrench.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mr. Whippy on February 15, 2013, 08:13:18 PM
Swiss champs!  I do love them.  I debate about removing the fish scaler, as its basically a ruler for me only.. but I leave it.  The only thing I dont use is the mag glass and Id love to swap that out for the wenger universal wrench.

YES!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kkokkolis on February 15, 2013, 08:13:23 PM
Swisschamp EDC for over a quarter of a century. 4 specimens, one after another. Currently one older type of mag and file with new sapphire scales and one ruby scaled XLT with my wife's name on it.
Swisschamp is the King! XLT the Emperor! And XAVT is... well, something even mightier. The Emperor's wife perhaps? :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: AHB on February 15, 2013, 08:14:02 PM
Swiss champs!  I do love them.  I debate about removing the fish scaler, as its basically a ruler for me only.. but I leave it. The only thing I dont use is the mag glass and Id love to swap that out for the wenger universal wrench.
A FrankenSAK...  :ahhh :ahhh
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Reinier on February 15, 2013, 08:21:46 PM
Count me in :)

(http://www.vicfan.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/victorinox-swisschamps-07.jpg)

I have a couple more including an XXLT. Brilliant SAKs.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mr. Whippy on February 15, 2013, 08:22:40 PM
Count me in :)

(http://www.vicfan.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/victorinox-swisschamps-07.jpg)

I have a couple more including an XXLT. Brilliant SAKs.

We need an XXLT pictorial review, I think.  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: charlie fox on February 15, 2013, 08:31:14 PM
I'm definately in! My SwissChamp is carried in my computer bag daily and gets used very often - so often in fact my co-workers are always asking to borrow my "McGyver knife" :climber: :sak:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on February 15, 2013, 08:33:34 PM
 :climber:i think it should be the swisschamp and any wide load club  :D. great pics guys,another successful club  ;)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Grumpy on February 15, 2013, 08:34:40 PM
can i join with my cybertool 34 then :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Reinier on February 15, 2013, 08:42:10 PM
Count me in :)

(http://www.vicfan.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/victorinox-swisschamps-07.jpg)

I have a couple more including an XXLT. Brilliant SAKs.

We need an XXLT pictorial review, I think.  :D

I'm afraid I don't have the time... and it will be gone next week (it's listed on eBay right now).
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mr. Whippy on February 15, 2013, 08:43:28 PM
can i join with my cybertool 34 then :D

Hmm... :think:

To me, the CT34 is just too bare bones. 



 :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NAB on February 15, 2013, 08:45:16 PM
Paul, you know you've got me thinking about carrying my SwissChamp this weekend don't you? :twak:

I'm so easily influenced. :facepalm:

Me too.  I just took mine out of the cabinet and it's in my pocket.  :)

Same series of events for me. Got mine right before the mag glass switchover.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Grumpy on February 15, 2013, 10:08:06 PM
AAhh! bit of swisschamp snobberry eh??  :rofl:  :rofl:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: nuphoria on February 15, 2013, 10:46:52 PM
Well, I've been a proud member and owner of an old school, red Swiss Champ since about 1989 :D

Still got it, but don't really use it much these days... always wanted one and was extremely extremely excited to get it for my birthday that year. It's got a lot of wear and the scales are a bit knackered, but it's mine :dd:

Also have a XAVT but I don't think that's really what we're talking about here ;)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mr. Whippy on February 15, 2013, 10:58:45 PM
Well, I've been a proud member and owner of an old school, red Swiss Champ since about 1989 :D

Still got it, but don't really use it much these days... always wanted one and was extremely extremely excited to get it for my birthday that year. It's got a lot of wear and the scales are a bit knackered, but it's mine :dd:

Also have a XAVT but I don't think that's really what we're talking about here ;)
Harrumph!

 :twak:

XAVT is the king of SwissChamps. :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: nuphoria on February 15, 2013, 11:21:38 PM
Well yeah, but it's not "THE" Swiss Champ is it?! :think:

Also, I would never beat mine up... one of the few things around here you could actually call a shelf queen ::)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mr. Whippy on February 15, 2013, 11:27:12 PM
I have used mine a fair bit.  Mostly the watchcase opener and bit drivers.  But yes, it's not going down to the barn to change a plugged fuel filter on the tractor.  :whistle:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: jerseydevil on February 15, 2013, 11:27:23 PM
Well yeah, but it's not "THE" Swiss Champ is it?! :think:

Also, I would never beat mine up... one of the few things around here you could actually call a shelf queen ::)

Good first point, but that second thing...  :think:  Never even carried it just once?

I forgot to mention my Swisschamp also has the original pliers, pretty neat.  They're narrower than the current ones, and there's no texture inside the jaws.  The last part is a bit strange actually.....
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: tosh on February 15, 2013, 11:44:08 PM
The Swisschamp was my second SAK after the Explorer, and quite possibly the one responsible for the other 68 I know have...pah!!, small fry with you guys I know. But the almost jewel like quality of the swisschamp is just sooooo addictive and once you have it you simply want more, hence the Cybertools, XLT. XAVT, XXLT........Dear God, I have spent a small fortune and all because of the Swisschamp.

So my advice is ................Stay Away!! lol
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Top-Gear-24 on February 15, 2013, 11:59:18 PM
I was sold when I got my hands on a Swisstool at my local outdoorshop and I opened and closed the pliers ...

Just love the sound of folding those pliers back in ...  :dd:

(http://i739.photobucket.com/albums/xx39/Rikske77/Victorinox%20SwissChamp%20Black/IMG_6365.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Dunc on February 16, 2013, 12:20:02 AM
I carried mine today , its been a while  :climber:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: GigaHz on February 16, 2013, 01:20:14 AM
I have a couple.
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll211/gigahzfemtohz/champs001_zpsfd5398ab.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kirk13 on February 16, 2013, 01:28:44 AM
SwissChamp and ChampionPlus here.

Think the SwissChamp might get a run tomorrow,it's been ages!Last it it bit a co worker...well I told her it was sharp,and she was careless!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Styerman on February 16, 2013, 03:05:59 AM
I've owned a few over the years . I want a new one . ATM , I carry it's close cousin the Handyman .

Chris
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on February 16, 2013, 03:15:37 AM
I had a couple but sold them and picked up the Champion Plus...like it better. :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: WoodMan on February 16, 2013, 03:51:17 AM
SwissChamp and Champion Plus here too.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Marius on February 16, 2013, 05:00:43 AM
SwissChamp :D Huge fan of them was I. still am. Here are some of mine that I still have around. 13 photos spread over several posts due to the limit per post.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Marius on February 16, 2013, 05:02:15 AM
More:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Marius on February 16, 2013, 05:04:10 AM
and more:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Marius on February 16, 2013, 05:05:05 AM
13th and last for now:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Reinier on February 16, 2013, 08:55:14 AM
Nice pics. Those horn scaled ones are beautiful.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on February 16, 2013, 10:13:18 AM
Love the horn  :drool:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wootz on February 16, 2013, 10:27:44 AM
I totaly dig the Stag with rivets - awesome!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Northern Geek on February 16, 2013, 10:51:26 AM
Lovely pictures!

How durable is the rosewood btw? Does anyone carry one or is it a shelf queen mostly?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kkokkolis on February 16, 2013, 11:17:03 AM
What kind of tree rosewood comes from? Rose tree or Briar?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: jeroen.thys.37 on February 16, 2013, 11:30:17 AM
Only have three Swisschamps, but love 'm!

(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ep1_8sUfT_8/UNZRIIYuiuI/AAAAAAAAAjM/g5lhaX0Pcr0/s1600/foto-42.JPG)

and the XAVT.... Way to big but oh so beautiful!

(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-WMIepsiN__k/UK6LhwwwuHI/AAAAAAAAAXk/MUkaAMaZb7M/s1600/foto-8.JPG)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: nuphoria on February 16, 2013, 11:51:57 AM
Promise, never carried the XAVT even once.... I don't have a pouch for it :D

Love the horn ones too - very classy beasts :tu:
As for Rosewood, a lot of guitar fretboards are made from it, and they get a lot of abuse so it's obviously deemed hardy enough for that :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: armèe-suisse on February 16, 2013, 12:11:25 PM
(http://i1270.photobucket.com/albums/jj607/armee-suisse/E46027DB-F829-4E8B-9467-FA163C139F7E-260-00000026DADE6433.jpg)
(http://i1270.photobucket.com/albums/jj607/armee-suisse/46E75038-E5D4-48FD-82BB-51DDCDB3A308-260-00000026D2E9B99F.jpg)

Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver .925 + 18K Gold Swisschamp :dd:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Reinier on February 16, 2013, 12:14:36 PM
 The XXLT is really for collectors only:

(http://www.vicfan.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/victorinox-swisschamp-xxlt-01.jpg)

But the XLT is actually EDC-able I guess:

(http://www.vicfan.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/victorinox-swisschamp-xlt.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kkokkolis on February 16, 2013, 02:36:12 PM
Armeé Suisse, that is the Miss Universe of Swisschamps, hands down.
Reiner, don't guess, XLT is perfect for EDC. I still feel more comfortable when I handle my original Swisschamp (my palm and a Swisschamp are accustomed to each other) but the XLT is highly usable. A few tools have a minor clearance problem near their base occasionally but it fulfills most needs with ease. I can't imagine somebody using the XAVT to screw something one handed though. But it is an eye candy, perfect for a glass screen in the living room, with all the tools extended and surrounded by closed specimens of the remaining collection.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mr. Whippy on February 16, 2013, 02:40:33 PM
Armeé Suisse, that is the Miss Universe of Swisschamps, hands down.
Reiner, don't guess, XLT is perfect for EDC. I still feel more comfortable when I handle my original Swisschamp (my palm and a Swisschamp are accustomed to each other) but the XLT is highly usable. A few tools have a minor clearance problem near their base occasionally but it fulfills most needs with ease. I can't imagine somebody using the XAVT to screw something one handed though. But it is an eye candy, perfect for a glass screen in the living room, with all the tools extended and surrounded by closed specimens of the remaining collection.
I keep wanting to make a lockable Lucite case for mine to put on my desk.  I love it's barometer function!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Marius on February 16, 2013, 03:34:51 PM
First, thanks everyone!  :cheers:

To answer this question:

How durable is the rosewood btw? Does anyone carry one or is it a shelf queen mostly?

There are two Rosewoods in my photos. One is an older model (the one with T&T) and the other new/current. The scales are slightly different on them in terms of hardness, texture and even smell - yes, typical of some Rosweoods they came with a strong odor. The wood on new one appears to be very hard, the wood on the older one appears to be softer. Both are very nicely mounted flush on extra thickness exterior liners. I imagine they would do very well as EDC.

From these I did EDC several years the black Cellidor one (bought it new in 94 or 96, do not remember exactly) and it's still in very good condition, so if that stoud out as well I do not see why a wood scaled one wouldn't.

My personal favorites are the Staghorns.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Marius on February 16, 2013, 03:38:20 PM
What kind of tree rosewood comes from? Rose tree or Briar?

Sincerely, I do not know. The scales on the two that I got are slightly different. Both smelled when I got them (still smell). Strong odor that I understood is typical for some Rosewoods. Both are beautiful, dense wood. Strangely one appears to be soft, not the expected hard wood.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Marius on February 16, 2013, 03:38:46 PM
Armeé Suisse, that is the Miss Universe of Swisschamps, hands down.

Indeed  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on February 16, 2013, 04:00:48 PM
Armeé Suisse, that is the Miss Universe of Swisschamps, hands down.

Indeed  :salute:

+1  :drool:. That is lovely  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on February 16, 2013, 04:59:18 PM
(http://i1270.photobucket.com/albums/jj607/armee-suisse/E46027DB-F829-4E8B-9467-FA163C139F7E-260-00000026DADE6433.jpg)
(http://i1270.photobucket.com/albums/jj607/armee-suisse/46E75038-E5D4-48FD-82BB-51DDCDB3A308-260-00000026D2E9B99F.jpg)

Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver .925 + 18K Gold Swisschamp :dd:

That's very cool! :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: MARIOS7319 on February 16, 2013, 11:10:41 PM
The Swisschamp was my second SAK after the Explorer, and quite possibly the one responsible for the other 68 I know have...pah!!, small fry with you guys I know. But the almost jewel like quality of the swisschamp is just sooooo addictive and once you have it you simply want more, hence the Cybertools, XLT. XAVT, XXLT........Dear God, I have spent a small fortune and all because of the Swisschamp.

So my advice is ................Stay Away!! lol

Well said, but impossible to stay away, too late now...  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ColoSwiss on February 16, 2013, 11:37:25 PM
Swiss Champs: top is assorted handles; bottom is Georgia State Police, Hoffritz, Browning, Victorinox Centennial.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: MARIOS7319 on February 16, 2013, 11:48:37 PM
(http://i1270.photobucket.com/albums/jj607/armee-suisse/E46027DB-F829-4E8B-9467-FA163C139F7E-260-00000026DADE6433.jpg)
(http://i1270.photobucket.com/albums/jj607/armee-suisse/46E75038-E5D4-48FD-82BB-51DDCDB3A308-260-00000026D2E9B99F.jpg)

Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver .925 + 18K Gold Swisschamp :dd:

My Holy Grail, but two times that found it, it was too expensive for me.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ColoSwiss on February 16, 2013, 11:55:44 PM
(http://i1270.photobucket.com/albums/jj607/armee-suisse/E46027DB-F829-4E8B-9467-FA163C139F7E-260-00000026DADE6433.jpg)
(http://i1270.photobucket.com/albums/jj607/armee-suisse/46E75038-E5D4-48FD-82BB-51DDCDB3A308-260-00000026D2E9B99F.jpg)

Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver .925 + 18K Gold Swisschamp :dd:

My holy grail, but two times that  found it, it was too expensive for me.

The real Holy Grail is the Swiss Champ with engraved silver handles that Victorinox did for their centennial. Only seen a few; all well out of my price range.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: MARIOS7319 on February 17, 2013, 12:07:18 AM

The real Holy Grail is the Swiss Champ with engraved silver handles that Victorinox did for their centennial. Only seen a few; all well out of my price range.

Well yes, but i haven't find it for sell, and i imagine (as you wrote) that it will go sky high in price.

(http://i48.tinypic.com/15rh2me.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wootz on February 17, 2013, 12:13:04 AM
Well, almost a Swisschamp but still pretty.

"Ebel"
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ColoSwiss on February 17, 2013, 12:16:09 AM

The real Holy Grail is the Swiss Champ with engraved silver handles that Victorinox did for their centennial. Only seen a few; all well out of my price range.

Well yes, but i haven't find it for sell, and i imagine (as you wrote) that it will go sky high in price.

(http://i48.tinypic.com/15rh2me.jpg)

Beutiful knife! Thanks for the photo. Was looking for one without luck.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: MARIOS7319 on February 17, 2013, 12:16:56 AM
These are my Swisschamps. :)

(http://i45.tinypic.com/28vqanm.jpg)

(http://i48.tinypic.com/34xl3te.jpg)

(http://i46.tinypic.com/347bk7d.jpg)

(http://i46.tinypic.com/348j7o7.jpg)

(http://i48.tinypic.com/dw82ld.jpg)



And a little bit of my XAVT.

(http://i49.tinypic.com/2hnb50z.jpg)



Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wootz on February 17, 2013, 12:17:58 AM
few more pictures for your pleasure
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: MARIOS7319 on February 17, 2013, 12:19:30 AM
Well, almost a Swisschamp but still pretty.

"Ebel"

Very pretty.  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: MARIOS7319 on February 17, 2013, 12:20:26 AM
few more pictures for your pleasure

Do you have it ?  :o
Thanks for the extra pics. :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wootz on February 17, 2013, 12:20:59 AM
Yes on my harddisc  :P
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ColoSwiss on February 17, 2013, 12:22:26 AM
few more pictures for your pleasure

Thanks!  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: tosh on February 17, 2013, 12:28:19 AM
How many of the silver engraved champs did Vic produce??
How much do they fetch??
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ColoSwiss on February 17, 2013, 12:35:38 AM
Slight (large?) change of subject. The engraving pattern on this Classic is very similar to that on the Swiss Champ. No markings on the Classic, but I wonder if it was also done for the centennial. Same time frame at least.

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: WoodMan on February 17, 2013, 12:37:54 AM
What kind of tree rosewood comes from? Rose tree or Briar?

All true rosewoods come from the genus Dalbergia. Perhaps the best known, and most attractive, is Brazilian Rosewood (Dalbergia nigra). This is the species that produces the attractive odor when freshly cut.  Cocobolo (Dalbergia retusa) is another common Rosewood species.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wootz on February 17, 2013, 12:55:11 AM
Quote
Slight (large?) change of subject.

I follow you  :) This should be a Champ!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wootz on February 17, 2013, 12:59:02 AM
Quote
Cocobolo (Dalbergia retusa) is another common Rosewood species.
Report to m

Cocobolo is nice wood. Sanding dust can be harmfull, I've never worked with it.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kkokkolis on February 17, 2013, 01:00:10 AM
So, it is called rosewood because it smells.
Marios, this XAVT on your avatar reminds me a double canon antiaircraft artillery, such as Breda, Bofors or Artemis. You might have seen any.
And people, now I understand my mother's in law love for silverware. I just hadn't seen the right stuff yet.  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: MARIOS7319 on February 17, 2013, 01:19:20 AM
Marios, this XAVT on your avatar reminds me a double canon antiaircraft artillery, such as Breda, Bofors or Artemis. You might have seen any.

Something like this:
 :)

(http://i46.tinypic.com/15gyvrc.jpg)

I set the XAVT like that, because it's remind me something like a aircraft.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: WoodMan on February 17, 2013, 03:40:00 AM
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Cocobolo (Dalbergia retusa) is another common Rosewood species.
Report to m

Cocobolo is nice wood. Sanding dust can be harmfull, I've never worked with it.

I believe the primary problem with Cocobolo is allergic reaction.  I have a mild reaction so when I work with it I usually wear a N99 dust mask or respirator and wear gloves.  Some people are highly allergic: http://news.bme.com/wp-content/uploads/200607202222-pix1.jpg.  That's a reaction to Cocobolo wood jewelry. I've also heard that some previously non-allergic people have become sensitized by exposure over time.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: rmagralha on February 17, 2013, 05:54:46 PM
These are mine, just love all of them!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: MARIOS7319 on February 17, 2013, 09:52:12 PM
These are mine, just love all of them!

You have almost all of them, nice collection you got there Rodrigo. :tu:
By the way, i wonder how many SAKs you have collect so far ?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: MARIOS7319 on February 17, 2013, 10:02:07 PM
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Slight (large?) change of subject.

I follow you  :) This should be a Champ!

I agree, so beautiful. It reminds me my South Africa SAKs.

(http://i48.tinypic.com/1nzfok.jpg)

 Now lets go :b2t:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ColoSwiss on February 18, 2013, 03:44:17 AM
Nice Leopards, both of them.   :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: rmagralha on February 20, 2013, 02:08:43 AM
These are mine, just love all of them!

You have almost all of them, nice collection you got there Rodrigo. :tu:
By the way, i wonder how many SAKs you have collect so far ?

Hey Marios, thanks my friend, I have around 70 now, most thanks to you, Jan (that by the way I dont see him posting for some time now) and a lot of time spent on ebay..... :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: stealth007s on February 20, 2013, 04:35:39 AM
I wasn't aware there was a club for the Swiss Champ. I'm in!¡!


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on February 20, 2013, 08:18:10 AM
 :rant:
I wasn't aware there was a club for the Swiss Champ. I'm in!¡!


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Oh yeah terry there is many clubs  ::)  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Dunc on February 20, 2013, 08:34:19 AM
I can't remember if I ever joined this or not but I'm in  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Reinier on February 20, 2013, 09:50:01 AM
I can't remember if I ever joined this or not but I'm in  :D

The club is only five days old, how bad is your memory :D  :drink:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Dunc on February 20, 2013, 10:00:27 AM
I can't remember if I ever joined this or not but I'm in  :D

The club is only five days old, how bad is your memory :D  :drink:

 :rofl:  in that case I havn't previously joined  :facepalm:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on February 20, 2013, 07:24:08 PM
I can't remember if I ever joined this or not but I'm in  :D

The club is only five days old, how bad is your memory :D  :drink:

 :rofl:  in that case I havn't previously joined  :facepalm:

 :rofl:

A very popular club  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Dunc on February 20, 2013, 07:27:43 PM
Yes certainly looks that way  :D , and I should think so too as it's an icon  :climber:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on February 20, 2013, 07:35:50 PM
Yes certainly looks that way  :D , and I should think so too as it's an icon  :climber:

 :tu: more popular than my mp800/700 club  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Taxi Dad on February 20, 2013, 07:39:48 PM
count me in  :tu:
specially as Paul seems to be blaming me for his addiction !
i've carried my old girl round for years (8 maybe) i use it most days , and i can't imagine life without her ! how anyone manages in life without a swisschamp is beyond me, specially if you have kids and need to mend things or change batteries regularly.

*mine has been dropped, dropped more than once   :whistle: and at least once from over six feet ! but that might be a thread for another time ?? 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Taxi Dad on February 20, 2013, 07:42:15 PM
P.s. I'm a little worried about my mate Grumpy Barry having an inadequate tool !!! i've sent him something in the post , cos size matters  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on February 20, 2013, 08:30:05 PM
We need to know the 6ft drop story and what you have sent Barry  :ahhh

P.s its Michaels fault.  :tD but he is right it's a great sak  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Grumpy on February 20, 2013, 08:32:52 PM
I have to pretend i haven't seen this thread  :rofl:  :rofl:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on February 20, 2013, 08:34:53 PM
I have to pretend i haven't seen this thread  :rofl:  :rofl:

Move along sir nothing too see here  ::)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Grumpy on February 20, 2013, 08:36:32 PM
 :rofl:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Taxi Dad on February 20, 2013, 08:42:14 PM
if Barry uses it as a donor for one of his 'frankenmods' we'll have to excommunicate him from the 'club'
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on February 20, 2013, 08:47:23 PM
if Barry uses it as a donor for one of his 'frankenmods' we'll have to excommunicate him from the 'club'

The plot thickens  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mr. Whippy on February 20, 2013, 08:57:55 PM
Oh my...

This thread is "going British" all of a sudden.  Next thing you know, we'll see a series of polls related to the SwissChamp club.   :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Northern Geek on February 20, 2013, 09:01:38 PM
count me in  :tu:
specially as Paul seems to be blaming me for his addiction !
i've carried my old girl round for years (8 maybe) i use it most days , and i can't imagine life without her ! how anyone manages in life without a swisschamp is beyond me, specially if you have kids and need to mend things or change batteries regularly.

*mine has been dropped, dropped more than once   :whistle: and at least once from over six feet ! but that might be a thread for another time ??

Sounds like she'd have aquired a few battle scars along the way?

Give us some pictures! :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Taxi Dad on February 20, 2013, 09:07:44 PM
one of the scales has been 'repaired' with P38 (car body filler)  :whistle:
not pretty but it works, and the main blade is quite stiff because the liner is a bit bent, but she's mine and i love her
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Dunc on February 20, 2013, 09:14:24 PM
I've just opened a bottle of beer with my Swisschamp  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Northern Geek on February 20, 2013, 09:15:09 PM
one of the scales has been 'repaired' with P38 (car body filler)  :whistle:
not pretty but it works, and the main blade is quite stiff because the liner is a bit bent, but she's mine and i love her

Ok, now you have to share some pictures :pok:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Reinier on February 20, 2013, 09:19:57 PM
I've just opened a bottle of beer with my Swisschamp  :cheers:

Me too! Well, 2 actually.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Taxi Dad on February 20, 2013, 09:22:01 PM
Not sure if this will show the dents
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mr. Whippy on February 20, 2013, 09:28:45 PM
The dog looks a little worried in the picture with the blade out... :whistle:

just sayin'... :ahhh
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on February 20, 2013, 09:30:07 PM
LOL I was thinking the same thing  :ahhh run doggy run  :ahhh
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Taxi Dad on February 20, 2013, 09:32:53 PM
she's a pain in the a*se ! if she sees a flashing light she chases it.
if the sun light bounces of my watch glass i end up with a lap full of dog ! and hot coffee most times  :rant:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mr. Whippy on February 20, 2013, 09:35:30 PM
she's a pain in the a*se ! if she sees a flashing light she chases it.
if the sun light bounces of my watch glass i end up with a lap full of dog ! and hot coffee most times  :rant:

I wish my dog would bring my coffee... :-[
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Northern Geek on February 20, 2013, 09:41:36 PM
Not sure if this will show the dents

Doesn't look too beat up after all!  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on February 20, 2013, 09:44:15 PM
she's a pain in the a*se ! if she sees a flashing light she chases it.
if the sun light bounces of my watch glass i end up with a lap full of dog ! and hot coffee most times  :rant:

I wish my dog would bring my coffee... :-[

My dog brings me my slippers  :tu: oh but then chews them  :rofl:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: nuphoria on February 21, 2013, 10:16:27 AM
My dog brings me... well, mostly a spit covered rope ball, and big brown eyes begging for more love ::)

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on February 21, 2013, 06:18:40 PM
My dog brings me... well, mostly a spit covered rope ball, and big brown eyes begging for more love ::)

yep u get a soggy rope and brown eyes chrissy and i usualy give in  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Grumpy on February 21, 2013, 08:46:19 PM
I'm in, I'm in,  :woohoo: :woohoo: :D :D Thanks to Michael (taxi Dad) for a great gift i've recieved today, thank you michael  :woohoo: :sak:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Taxi Dad on February 21, 2013, 09:09:10 PM
 :tu: no need to PM you about your postman then ?  :rofl:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Grumpy on February 21, 2013, 09:13:12 PM
haha no mate, i'd been home for ages before i saw the parcel that'd come  :facepalm: i promise not to rip it apart to make a frankenmod!!!! :rofl:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Taxi Dad on February 21, 2013, 09:21:09 PM
swisschamps 'travel' so much better than surges then ?    :rofl:
or maybe just leaving out the weak link, aka my eldest daughter, helps ?   :whistle:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Grumpy on February 21, 2013, 09:25:52 PM
Maybe she had a couple of jobs to use it for first  :rofl:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on February 21, 2013, 09:56:03 PM
Dang, I might have to get me one so I can join! 

Anyone got one for trade? :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mr. Whippy on February 21, 2013, 11:51:54 PM
Dang, I might have to get me one so I can join! 

Anyone got one for trade? :D

That Cybertool 41 in your avatar is every bit the modern SwissChamp.  Claim it with pride!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Grumpy on February 21, 2013, 11:58:53 PM
+1 :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on February 22, 2013, 12:06:46 AM
Dang, I might have to get me one so I can join! 

Anyone got one for trade? :D

That Cybertool 41 in your avatar is every bit the modern SwissChamp.  Claim it with pride!

Hopefully it will show up on Saturday like expected, along with a CT 34 in Ruby, both are NIB but I had to buy both to get a deal, a real good deal!  :tu:

Still wouldnt mind getting a trade deal on a Swisschamp though! :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: nuphoria on February 22, 2013, 12:38:49 PM
I wouldn't mind a low priced CT41 :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mr. Whippy on February 22, 2013, 04:27:55 PM
Grandpa wants to know what the heck is all this jabbering about?

(http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z231/bluebadger88/misc/Champion/2013-02-22_07-43-14_103_zpsffe736db.jpg)
(http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z231/bluebadger88/misc/Champion/2013-02-22_07-45-03_561_zpse7c08873.jpg)
(http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z231/bluebadger88/misc/Champion/2013-02-22_07-44-09_33_zps263648ad.jpg)

Danged whippersnappers!  Get offa my lawn!

 :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: marcel.reijerse on February 22, 2013, 07:56:01 PM
Count me in! I already had a like new Swiss Champ with grey magnifier, as of today I've also got a NOS Super Timer  :climber:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mr. Whippy on February 22, 2013, 08:04:39 PM
Count me in! I already had a like new Swiss Champ with grey magnifier, as of today I've also got a NOS Super Timer  :climber:

Great! Does the SuperTimer have the Roman or Arabic numerals?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: marcel.reijerse on February 22, 2013, 08:16:54 PM
Count me in! I already had a like new Swiss Champ with grey magnifier, as of today I've also got a NOS Super Timer  :climber:

Great! Does the SuperTimer have the Roman or Arabic numerals?

It has Roman numerals
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mr. Whippy on February 22, 2013, 08:21:31 PM
Count me in! I already had a like new Swiss Champ with grey magnifier, as of today I've also got a NOS Super Timer  :climber:

Great! Does the SuperTimer have the Roman or Arabic numerals?

It has Roman numerals

I think that was the more common watch for the SuperTimers.  Mine is like that too.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: marcel.reijerse on February 22, 2013, 08:33:09 PM
I suppose so. In another shop I noticed some Timekeepers, also with roman numerals. I haven't seen one with Arabic numerals.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mr. Whippy on February 22, 2013, 08:44:19 PM
I suppose so. In another shop I noticed some Timekeepers, also with roman numerals. I haven't seen one with Arabic numerals.

All 3 of my Timekeepers came with Arabic numerals.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ICanFixThat on February 22, 2013, 11:50:56 PM
If some one is waiting to join the club there is a nice 1897 100yr Anniversary one with buy-it-now looking for a new owner.  Very reasonable too.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gw8433 on February 23, 2013, 01:12:15 AM
mine?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: stealth007s on February 23, 2013, 03:12:25 AM
If some one is waiting to join the club there is a nice 1897 100yr Anniversary one with buy-it-now looking for a new owner.  Very reasonable too.

I couldn't find it. It's on eBay?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Grumpy on March 06, 2013, 10:41:36 AM
Can't wait to put my new white scales on my champ :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Outback in Idaho on March 06, 2013, 10:45:45 AM
Can't wait to put my new white scales on my champ :D

  White Birch scales?  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Grumpy on March 06, 2013, 10:46:47 AM
Can't wait to put my new white scales on my champ :D

  White Birch scales?  :D

Nooo might get some wood disease!! :rofl: :rofl:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gw8433 on March 06, 2013, 03:44:25 PM
newly coming
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Reinier on March 07, 2013, 08:08:56 AM
Very nice! And three of them!

Except those are Champions ;)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: JRB65 on March 08, 2013, 07:52:55 PM
A picture from last summer: here it is helping me make a whistle.

 (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/03/09/e7enedes.jpg)

Currently this is the SAK that sees most use, it lives on my belt most of the time :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on April 29, 2013, 06:00:40 AM
Hey all swisschamp owners!  :salute:

I am sure this has been debated before but gotta ask!

Which mag glass is preferred/better and why?  The old smaller glass one or the newer bigger plastic one?

Thx.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on April 29, 2013, 07:26:09 AM
I like the old one, however the new one is much easier to use and is plenty powerful enough :)

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kkokkolis on April 29, 2013, 08:07:49 AM
The old one is sturdier and you feel safe because of that. The newer has a lower focal length and less perceived optical abberations. It provides a lower magnification but a greater field of view. It seems more fragile, although I never heard someone breaking his lens (if there is someone, please, inform us).
In everyday use the lower magnification and greater field of view is much more useful for me. if I recall right, it is 8x vs 5x or about.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Gareth on April 29, 2013, 08:08:15 AM
For a long time a lot of folks seemed to prefer the older style, but I have to say for myself that it's the new all the way.  Yes, it's less magnification but it's also got a much better field of view, making it much easier to use.  Also the Phillips gets improved at the same time as the magnifier gets changed. :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: theonew on April 29, 2013, 08:13:03 AM
Also the Phillips gets improved at the same time as the magnifier gets changed. :)

Shorter is an improvement :think:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Gareth on April 29, 2013, 08:15:52 AM
Also the Phillips gets improved at the same time as the magnifier gets changed. :)

Shorter is an improvement :think:

No, but the 'nub' that engages on the backspring was.  Much less likely to fold back on you in my experience. :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: theonew on April 29, 2013, 08:18:15 AM
Interesting, I've never tried the new mag/phillips.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Gareth on April 29, 2013, 11:51:19 AM
Interesting, I've never tried the new mag/phillips.

You'll see (and feel) the same 'nub' engagement idea on the cap lifter/large screwdriver on modern SAKs.  Makes for a much more positive click when opened compared to the older version. :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on April 29, 2013, 01:14:35 PM
Mines got the older style magglass but my phillips has a real solid snap,so much I can't help flicking it out  :D I don't mind either magglass  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ross on April 29, 2013, 06:10:48 PM
Count me in!


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on April 30, 2013, 01:48:53 AM
I'm in.  My Champ is circa 1999.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on April 30, 2013, 08:52:15 PM
I agree with removing the fish scaler!  They should offer a serrated blade in its place!  I know that wont happen but it would be great! :)

Before I misplaced my swisschamp, which is still missing, I had it on a P-7 clip and it worked pretty good for jean carry!

I need to do another trade deal and get another swisschamp! :)

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Nhoj on May 15, 2013, 03:07:28 AM
Just got a swisschamp and I LOVE IT! Thanks sir_mike!
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/15/8e8e6y6e.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on May 15, 2013, 03:15:42 AM
Just got a swisschamp and I LOVE IT! Thanks sir_mike!
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/15/8e8e6y6e.jpg)

Glad you like it and welcome to the club! It does look good!   :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: PTRSAK on May 15, 2013, 08:26:46 AM
I have my recently acquired SwissChamp with me touring New Zealand.

I'll try and remember to get some nice "middle Earth" shots of it over the next week.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: PTRSAK on May 16, 2013, 07:54:23 AM
Swiss Champ in front of Mt Doom

(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/SC_Mt_DOOM_zps54240186.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/SC_Mt_DOOM_zps54240186.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kkokkolis on May 16, 2013, 04:34:42 PM
My XAVT, compared to others.

A few first light comments.
This SAK is very lightweight! Once you see it with all the shiny steal you are prepared to feel much heavier than it is. But it's width isn't an illusion. It is wide even for my big hands.
All tools are real and sharp but their functionality is restricted at times because the SAK can't function as an effective handle and the reach to the object is compromised. Also, some of the tools feel very off centre.
But it has it's uses.
1. It is a collector's item. In fact it is a collection itself.
2. It is a showpiece or conversational item.
3. It is a fun item for SAK lovers (open this and then that and hear the wonderful click)
4. It could act as a nice desk clock/ weather station
5. It is a study item. When you have just a few SAKs, it gives you the opportunity to study several tools that you rarely see in <4 layer SAKs. It costs 350-450€ here, that is about 5€ per function (I paid the half, so it is 2.5€ per function, very nice).
I had the opportunity to use the Electrician's and Pruner blade and the spatula with my XLT and like them all very much.
With this I tried some more tools and these are my thoughts
A. Every hooked SAK should have the filed hook for nail maintenance on the fly (and match striking)
B. The grey lens is sturdier, the Transluscent more useful and both can be used in line (at an angle for less distortion, because they aren't aligned)
C. The LED light is ingenious! Very nice!
D. The serrated blade is lovely. We should have more SAKs with a second, serrated blade (also in hunter and safety variations, as of 111mm)
C. The great Vic 93mm awl can be implemented in 91mm with great effect. What are you waiting for Victorinox? Do it. And leave the back awl also. They are different, we like them both.
D. The Watchmaker's blade is useful too. We change scales a lot, don't we? And it is a nice scraper. Unless Victorinox would surprise us with a combo blade such as the one in Spirit (Chisel/Scraper and such)
E. I like the combo bottle/ can opener, but I prefer having both basic tools, especially when there's no Philips or Cybertool on the SAK. And it isn't sharp. How does it work, really?
F. The AVT clock is more than I expected. Others described it already, I just want to state that it is a toy itself, contained in a toy, toy squared! I thought that my Casio Pro Trek would restrict using such a SAK, but I wouldn't mind a small one with AVT and LED light for EDC. A Traveler lite I believe?
G. The scales are nice but I would prefer the Soft scales that are darker and softer at touch.
H. Now I understand what the unused space on Transluscent scales stands for. It is for the short tweezers of AVT models.
Other people with more basic SAKs will have the opportunity to test more tools.

I like it very much.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: nervium on May 24, 2013, 04:42:42 PM
i have one too but i will mod it.

http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,45182.new.html#new

ideas please...
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ross on May 24, 2013, 04:52:42 PM
i have one too but i will mod it.

http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,45182.new.html#new (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,45182.new.html#new)

ideas please...
I've just been thinking about all the knifes I have been picking up and trying to decide what ones to keep in the box and which ones i will actually use - am nervous to use my colour Alox as they are so pretty :) (not sure how many people use theirs?) - I then turned my to your question - for me I think the Swiss Champ is the EDC for me every time as its has pretty much all I want except one change I would make -

I have no need for the Fish Scaler (although the ruler I like) and would prefer a pruner or Electricians blade instead.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: nervium on May 24, 2013, 06:23:20 PM
fish scaler is the first part i will take out, i won't keep it for further projects, just throw it in to the drain.i love fish, also preparing fish for cooking but i never need a specialized fish scaler.dull side of any knife will do the work.a patented tool for vic but only a shame for me.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kkokkolis on May 24, 2013, 07:52:39 PM
Multitool Forum Rule No13: "Anyone who plans to or actually amputates a technological marvel like a Victorinox Swisschamp should be banned from the forum once and for ever."



Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: stealth007s on May 24, 2013, 11:17:17 PM
Multitool Forum Rule No13: "Anyone who plans to or actually amputates a technological marvel like a Victorinox Swisschamp should be banned from the forum once and for ever."





That's rule number 1 AFAIK :think:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kirk13 on May 24, 2013, 11:29:25 PM
Multitool Forum Rule No13: "Anyone who plans to or actually amputates a technological marvel like a Victorinox Swisschamp should be banned from the forum once and for ever."





That's rule number 1 AFAIK :think:

Boys,I hate to point his out,but without the SwissChamps laying Thier lives down for us,there would be far fewer SAK mods
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Kid33 on June 08, 2013, 05:48:05 AM
I just got my Swiss Champ today!   I got it Brand New off Ebay for 35 bucks free shipping.  I got the Plastic Magnifier version ( I actually prefer reading with this one).

I carry an Explorer Plus as my EDC and boy does it look tiny compared to the SwissChamp. :)   I carried the Champ in my front pocket today and it really was not that bad. The Champ will probably live in the Glove department and be my emergency go to SAK when going out of my everyday Urban environment.   

Then again.. I may just EDC this.  I just have to add another notch in my belt to keep my pants from falling.  :)



Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Jasta on June 08, 2013, 02:36:13 PM
Count me in too! I have a black scaled one and its a doozy! Great SAK, I don't travel without it but EDC a Sportsman!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on June 08, 2013, 05:47:39 PM
I just got my Swiss Champ today!   I got it Brand New off Ebay for 35 bucks free shipping.  I got the Plastic Magnifier version ( I actually prefer reading with this one).

I carry an Explorer Plus as my EDC and boy does it look tiny compared to the SwissChamp. :)   I carried the Champ in my front pocket today and it really was not that bad. The Champ will probably live in the Glove department and be my emergency go to SAK when going out of my everyday Urban environment.   

Then again.. I may just EDC this.  I just have to add another notch in my belt to keep my pants from falling.  :)

Try it on a P-7 clip to the front pocket.  It works very well and it doesnt feel heavy. :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on June 08, 2013, 05:49:35 PM
Not to hijack the thread but did anyone see that show "ultimate survival alaska"?  On the last episode the guy with the gray beard had a swisschamp digging into their food cooking pot to dig out some food for another guy.

I am sure it was a swisschamp as it had alot of layers but could be wrong! :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: MadPlumbarian on June 08, 2013, 06:18:06 PM
Does a swiss champion plus count? Don't have pliers, my grandfather gave it to me when I was 12, it was my first knife, needless to say six months later I lost it in the woods, :cry: yet after sitting a whole year in the woods I found it :woohoo: cleaned it up and have it to this day! And when oldest son turned 12, I bought him his very own! Took him a little over a month to de-virginize his fingers from cuts, couldn't be any more proud! :clap: Lol JR
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kkokkolis on June 08, 2013, 06:57:56 PM
Champion is Swisschamp's father. My cousin had a Champion and I, jealous of it, was ready to buy my own. As soon as I had the money, the Swisschamp with pliers was out and got this instead. I was very happy and a faithful SAK lover ever since, although I never had many or collectibles, just users (XAVT is the first I keep for demonstration).
We should accept Swisschamp's father here.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Kid33 on June 10, 2013, 08:53:19 AM
I just got my Swiss Champ today!   I got it Brand New off Ebay for 35 bucks free shipping.  I got the Plastic Magnifier version ( I actually prefer reading with this one).

I carry an Explorer Plus as my EDC and boy does it look tiny compared to the SwissChamp. :)   I carried the Champ in my front pocket today and it really was not that bad. The Champ will probably live in the Glove department and be my emergency go to SAK when going out of my everyday Urban environment.   

Then again.. I may just EDC this.  I just have to add another notch in my belt to keep my pants from falling.  :)

Try it on a P-7 clip to the front pocket.  It works very well and it doesnt feel heavy. :D



I ordered a P-7 clip based on your recommendation. I also ordered a Gizmo clip.  I will be curious to try it out.  Cheers :cheers:

By the way, this seller just added 3 more of the 35 dollar free shipping Swiss Champs on Ebay.  Not a bad price.  Mine arrived without a box but basically brand new with oil still on the tools.  Id say these will go fast

http://www.ebay.com/itm/300917917948?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: thebullfrog on June 10, 2013, 10:11:53 AM
A few years ago I bought an older SwissChamp (with the old style mag glass) off of Felinevet. It needed some TLC and I had a great time restoring it. Replaced the scissors/pliers springs, sharpened the blades, sanded and re-polished the trashed knife, replaced the scales that were falling off with shiny new black ones. Was a fun project. It would go on to become my sole EDC for about a year after that. I haven't actually carried it in probably 2 years now, but it's also about the only multi I will take to my grave. Fantastic tool that just has such a rich history behind it. Anyone who has any interest in multis at all needs to own one at some point, even if they don't like SAKs. The SwissChamp really is THE quintessential multitool.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on June 10, 2013, 11:01:36 AM
A few years ago I bought an older SwissChamp (with the old style mag glass) off of Felinevet. It needed some TLC and I had a great time restoring it. Replaced the scissors/pliers springs, sharpened the blades, sanded and re-polished the trashed knife, replaced the scales that were falling off with shiny new black ones. Was a fun project. It would go on to become my sole EDC for about a year after that. I haven't actually carried it in probably 2 years now, but it's also about the only multi I will take to my grave. Fantastic tool that just has such a rich history behind it. Anyone who has any interest in multis at all needs to own one at some point, even if they don't like SAKs. The SwissChamp really is THE quintessential multitool.

Great story - we need pics!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: thebullfrog on June 10, 2013, 11:41:10 AM
I actually have a couple posted up on here someplace. It's 5 AM and Im not about to go looking now lol.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: MadPlumbarian on June 10, 2013, 01:47:06 PM
Pics would be nice huh, here's my 22yr old champion plus sorry the pics ain't the greatest,, JR
After sitting in the woods after a year I cleaned it up, but there's still some pitting in the aluminum, kinda hard to see, but I don't use it, it's more for a memory for being my first knife and a promise my grandfather kept to me since he passed,
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/795308f4f240309a48f54165030620a5_zps1dbaebfb.jpg)(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/55d9e893d36507ffe0b1374eaa0fb013_zps60931a7f.jpg)(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/555ecbbe5dcb308d01b8324b3989e76e_zpsb2c68d07.jpg)(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/121c6515d90f441374335c279e1f2440_zps65988c24.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: thebullfrog on June 10, 2013, 04:34:07 PM
A few years ago I bought an older SwissChamp (with the old style mag glass) off of Felinevet. It needed some TLC and I had a great time restoring it. Replaced the scissors/pliers springs, sharpened the blades, sanded and re-polished the trashed knife, replaced the scales that were falling off with shiny new black ones. Was a fun project. It would go on to become my sole EDC for about a year after that. I haven't actually carried it in probably 2 years now, but it's also about the only multi I will take to my grave. Fantastic tool that just has such a rich history behind it. Anyone who has any interest in multis at all needs to own one at some point, even if they don't like SAKs. The SwissChamp really is THE quintessential multitool.

Great story - we need pics!

Here's a thread from a few years ago I started post-restoration. You can see the scales were already pretty used looking. It was just after I got back from a vacation in Colorado where it got scraped against a lot of rocks. The restoration was only about 3 weeks old when I took those pics, to give you an idea of how much I used the thing back then.

http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,24047.msg440157.html#msg440157
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Jailbird on June 10, 2013, 06:05:04 PM
Champion is Swisschamp's father. My cousin had a Champion and I, jealous of it, was ready to buy my own. As soon as I had the money, the Swisschamp with pliers was out and got this instead. I was very happy and a faithful SAK lover ever since, although I never had many or collectibles, just users (XAVT is the first I keep for demonstration).
We should accept Swisschamp's father here.

In that case, I'm in with my NIB Champion. I'm guessing it is one of the early ones because of the tweezers.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/11/eqe7y3e2.jpg)

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on June 10, 2013, 06:33:27 PM
Nice jailbird  :drool:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on June 10, 2013, 07:02:02 PM
I just got my Swiss Champ today!   I got it Brand New off Ebay for 35 bucks free shipping.  I got the Plastic Magnifier version ( I actually prefer reading with this one).

I carry an Explorer Plus as my EDC and boy does it look tiny compared to the SwissChamp. :)   I carried the Champ in my front pocket today and it really was not that bad. The Champ will probably live in the Glove department and be my emergency go to SAK when going out of my everyday Urban environment.   

Then again.. I may just EDC this.  I just have to add another notch in my belt to keep my pants from falling.  :)

Try it on a P-7 clip to the front pocket.  It works very well and it doesnt feel heavy. :D



I ordered a P-7 clip based on your recommendation. I also ordered a Gizmo clip.  I will be curious to try it out.  Cheers :cheers:

By the way, this seller just added 3 more of the 35 dollar free shipping Swiss Champs on Ebay.  Not a bad price.  Mine arrived without a box but basically brand new with oil still on the tools.  Id say these will go fast

http://www.ebay.com/itm/300917917948?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

Let me know what you think when you get the clip and try it out!  That is a good price for basically a new swisschamp! :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on June 12, 2013, 02:05:26 PM
If your a bit handy these clips are easy too make  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: thebullfrog on June 13, 2013, 12:54:20 AM
Well that's nifty  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Kid33 on June 15, 2013, 03:06:09 AM
I just got my Swiss Champ today!   I got it Brand New off Ebay for 35 bucks free shipping.  I got the Plastic Magnifier version ( I actually prefer reading with this one).

I carry an Explorer Plus as my EDC and boy does it look tiny compared to the SwissChamp. :)   I carried the Champ in my front pocket today and it really was not that bad. The Champ will probably live in the Glove department and be my emergency go to SAK when going out of my everyday Urban environment.   

Then again.. I may just EDC this.  I just have to add another notch in my belt to keep my pants from falling.  :)

Try it on a P-7 clip to the front pocket.  It works very well and it doesnt feel heavy. :D


Got The P-7 clip today!   :mail:      With the P-7 clip attached,  you can't even tell you have the Swiss Champ in your pocket.  Plus with the P-7, you have a the whole pocket bottom free.   I was actually carrying my Super Tinker yesterday and thinking what a perfect size and feel in the pocket it was, but the P-7 has made carrying the Champ light as a feather.     If you have the ability to carry 33 tools comfortably in your pocket, with the P-7  It almost seems like you have to EDC it.   :)

I should note the the Gizmo clip I ordered was really not needed. The P-7 and the tiny ring attachment is perfect. 

Thanks Sir Mike for the excellent recommendation.   :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on June 15, 2013, 03:57:55 AM
I just got my Swiss Champ today!   I got it Brand New off Ebay for 35 bucks free shipping.  I got the Plastic Magnifier version ( I actually prefer reading with this one).

I carry an Explorer Plus as my EDC and boy does it look tiny compared to the SwissChamp. :)   I carried the Champ in my front pocket today and it really was not that bad. The Champ will probably live in the Glove department and be my emergency go to SAK when going out of my everyday Urban environment.   

Then again.. I may just EDC this.  I just have to add another notch in my belt to keep my pants from falling.  :)

Try it on a P-7 clip to the front pocket.  It works very well and it doesnt feel heavy. :D


Got The P-7 clip today!   :mail:      With the P-7 clip attached,  you can't even tell you have the Swiss Champ in your pocket.  Plus with the P-7, you have a the whole pocket bottom free.   I was actually carrying my Super Tinker yesterday and thinking what a perfect size and feel in the pocket it was, but the P-7 has made carrying the Champ light as a feather.     If you have the ability to carry 33 tools comfortably in your pocket, with the P-7  It almost seems like you have to EDC it.   :)

I should note the the Gizmo clip I ordered was really not needed. The P-7 and the tiny ring attachment is perfect. 

Thanks Sir Mike for the excellent recommendation.   :cheers:

That's what I am talking about!  The clip works great and you're very welcome!   :tu:   :salute: :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Heinz Doofenshmirtz on June 17, 2013, 03:06:21 AM
I've had my Swiss Champ for about 15 years.  I keep it on one of the shoulder straps of my adventure pack, along with my PER 179; they make a great combo.  Incredibly useful for longer hiking and/or backpacking excursions.  I had contemplated disassembling it to make a mod, but it's too sentimental to me to do that.   

I will be getting a new one, in the next few months, to turn into a mod.  I'm planning on removing the fish scaler and the file, so I'll essentially have an Explorer with pliers and a saw.  I expect that will be the perfect 91 mm camping/hiking SAK.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: PTRSAK on June 17, 2013, 10:28:17 AM
now I have 2...

(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130617_173422_zps98d8519c.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/20130617_173422_zps98d8519c.jpg.html)

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on June 17, 2013, 06:01:55 PM
now I have 2...

(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130617_173422_zps98d8519c.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/20130617_173422_zps98d8519c.jpg.html)

 :drool:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: AlephZero on October 12, 2013, 07:09:43 AM
Just got THIS black beauty yesterday... I'm IN!

(http://i737.photobucket.com/albums/xx12/CaineKitty/PIC000113.jpg)

(http://i737.photobucket.com/albums/xx12/CaineKitty/PIC000116.jpg)

First thoughts after actually holding one in my hand: "Holy smurf that thing is massive!" :D

PS:  Bad photos, sorry
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: AHB on October 12, 2013, 07:24:06 AM

Just got THIS black beauty yesterday... I'm IN!

(http://i737.photobucket.com/albums/xx12/CaineKitty/PIC000113.jpg)

(http://i737.photobucket.com/albums/xx12/CaineKitty/PIC000116.jpg)

First thoughts after actually holding one in my hand: "Holy smurf that thing is massive!" :D

PS:  Bad photos, sorry
Nice.. :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Magic Bus on October 13, 2013, 07:28:56 AM
I'll be in soon thanks to a thoroughly nice chap  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Magic Bus on October 14, 2013, 04:00:07 PM
I'm back in and feel whole again thanks to Allan, the Great Dane  :D

(http://pic100.picturetrail.com/VOL1149/3788424/24346734/407787169.jpg)

It even came with a great pouch and a couple of extras, many thanks mate  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: AHB on October 14, 2013, 04:19:09 PM
I'm back in and feel whole again thanks to Allan, the Great Dane  :D

(http://pic100.picturetrail.com/VOL1149/3788424/24346734/407787169.jpg)

It even came with a great pouch and a couple of extras, many thanks mate  :cheers:
Hey, that's great news mate.. :tu: Nice pic and enjoy the fiddlefactor..  :D  :climber:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on October 14, 2013, 06:27:16 PM
Very nice chris  :tu:and allan is one of the good ones  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Smashie on October 25, 2013, 09:20:21 PM
So I think I may qualify

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/26/za8yzy6e.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Gareth on October 25, 2013, 09:31:55 PM
Lovely stuff guy.  I've said it before and I'll say it again; the Swisschamp is one SAK that everyone should own. :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on October 25, 2013, 09:51:48 PM
Lovely stuff guy.  I've said it before and I'll say it again; the Swisschamp is one SAK that everyone should own. :tu:
Plus 1 on that!

Its incredibly how something so small can be so utterly useful so often :)

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: AHB on October 26, 2013, 06:24:42 PM
Its incredibly how something so small can be so utterly useful so often :)


That's what she said...!  :P :P
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Magic Bus on October 26, 2013, 06:29:22 PM
Its incredibly how something so small can be so utterly useful so often :)


That's what she said...!  :P :P

 :rofl:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on October 26, 2013, 08:20:55 PM
I've heard this before  :whistle:


pouch carrying my champ tonight :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: enki_ck on October 26, 2013, 10:11:39 PM
Its incredibly how something so small can be so utterly useful so often :)


That's what she said...!  :P :P

 :rofl:

:rofl:

You walked right into that one, Mike. :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on October 26, 2013, 10:34:42 PM
Look like it!

Bloody vikings!! :( :D

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: AHB on October 26, 2013, 10:40:27 PM
Look like it!

Bloody vikings!! :( :D

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:whistle:

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Aloha on October 31, 2013, 08:03:19 PM
Thanks to Detron i can apply for membership with a lovely older one and thanks to whomever let my other beauty go and i was lucky to pick her up at the fleamarket i now have 2 lovely swisschamps.
Title: Swisschamp and 84mm "Salesman"
Post by: mtds on November 08, 2013, 10:57:07 PM
I gave myself a new (and my first) SwissChamp as a retirement gift.  I like the way it rides in my Levi's RFP: it tends to stand up vertically rather than fall over on its side and lay across the bottom of the pocket.  Very comfortable for such a heavy knife.  I put my 84mm "Salesman" in the pictures just for fun.  I bought it new in 1979 ($27.42 after tax.)  I like the 84mm size and wish there were more options available.

(http://www.fototime.com/25D6AB47F3A7167/large.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kirk13 on November 08, 2013, 10:59:26 PM
Nice pic make.

With the Wenger switch over,you might be see more smaller SAKs  :sak:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: jerseydevil on November 24, 2013, 05:08:19 AM
I'm in for a second one.  :)  Newer than my other Champ, but still from around 1991-1995.

(http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g448/Jerseydevil379/DSCF2121_zpse7c59827.jpg) (http://s1102.photobucket.com/user/Jerseydevil379/media/DSCF2121_zpse7c59827.jpg.html)

(http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g448/Jerseydevil379/DSCF2126_zpsf92b7b10.jpg) (http://s1102.photobucket.com/user/Jerseydevil379/media/DSCF2126_zpsf92b7b10.jpg.html)

(http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g448/Jerseydevil379/DSCF2127_zps427c5ffc.jpg) (http://s1102.photobucket.com/user/Jerseydevil379/media/DSCF2127_zps427c5ffc.jpg.html)

Aside from a few small scuffs on the scales, this beauty looks like it saw almost no use at all!   :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mr. Blonde on November 24, 2013, 07:31:41 PM
I´ve got a twin :cheers:. Same time span too (´91-´95).
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Nhoj on November 24, 2013, 08:02:21 PM

I'm in for a second one.  :)  Newer than my other Champ, but still from around 1991-1995.

(http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g448/Jerseydevil379/DSCF2121_zpse7c59827.jpg) (http://s1102.photobucket.com/user/Jerseydevil379/media/DSCF2121_zpse7c59827.jpg.html)

(http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g448/Jerseydevil379/DSCF2126_zpsf92b7b10.jpg) (http://s1102.photobucket.com/user/Jerseydevil379/media/DSCF2126_zpsf92b7b10.jpg.html)

(http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g448/Jerseydevil379/DSCF2127_zps427c5ffc.jpg) (http://s1102.photobucket.com/user/Jerseydevil379/media/DSCF2127_zps427c5ffc.jpg.html)

Aside from a few small scuffs on the scales, this beauty looks like it saw almost no use at all!   :tu:
Cool! That's the same era as mine. Except for the non-stainless file, it's my favorite generation of variations.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mr. Blonde on November 24, 2013, 09:09:23 PM
My favorite eras are ´88-´90 (thicker pliers, no hook) and ´99-´05 (latest pliers with crimper, bottle opener with locking nub, but old mag and thick main blade).
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sticktodrum on November 25, 2013, 02:45:41 PM
Oddly enough, I still never had a a Swisschamp... These photos are beautiful though, especially the wooden handled ones.

I have a question for you folks. How many different wood scaled versions are there? I saw a Rosewood and a hardwood version. Is that it? I'd love the Rosewood one, the dark color looks gorgeous.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: jerseydevil on November 25, 2013, 05:20:02 PM
My favorite eras are ´88-´90 (thicker pliers, no hook) and ´99-´05 (latest pliers with crimper, bottle opener with locking nub, but old mag and thick main blade).

My other Champ is the first model, with the thinner pliers, grooved corkscrew, scissors with a screw, and no hook.  Gonna keep my eyes open for other variants now......
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: stressmaster5000 on November 25, 2013, 06:27:59 PM
I found a SwissChamp and SOS sheath and kit both with the world logo just recently!

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-nTs2gF5zcjM/Uo9h8r1ZMpI/AAAAAAAAjyY/QCavpNTV8Wk/s800/SwissChamp%2520and%2520SOS%2520pouch-03.JPG)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-u_7BnprsF-Q/Uo9iBACVG9I/AAAAAAAAjyw/1bHxq6w2ess/s800/SwissChamp%2520and%2520SOS%2520pouch-06.JPG)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-QlXxvYCK-aw/Uo9iFW7oXzI/AAAAAAAAjzI/Z-PJSZe0ngE/s800/SwissChamp%2520and%2520SOS%2520pouch-12.JPG)
SwissChamp with SOS kit and sheath made for Muslim countries with restrictions against the Christian cross symbol.
http://sakfan.blogspot.com/2013/11/victorinox-swisschamp-with-sos-kit-and.html
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mr. Blonde on November 25, 2013, 06:31:27 PM
My favorite eras are ´88-´90 (thicker pliers, no hook) and ´99-´05 (latest pliers with crimper, bottle opener with locking nub, but old mag and thick main blade).

My other Champ is the first model, with the thinner pliers, grooved corkscrew, scissors with a screw, and no hook.  Gonna keep my eyes open for other variants now......

I´ve got some others too.

Not shown are two Champs with broken parts.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kmanct3 on November 26, 2013, 02:59:10 PM
Here are mine , missing are my onyx and staglo(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/26/me8e8ude.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rs217 on December 09, 2013, 07:28:41 PM
So I now have a Swisschamp after a long research of what Vic to buy. I'm mainly a pliers MT person, (Wave, Core, Swisstool) but wanted a more classic SAK to round out my collection. I essentially wanted a SAK with everything I could get (and not cost a fortune).

After some use and carry, there's only one word that I can use to describe my Swisschamp: Useful!

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Gareth on December 09, 2013, 07:50:54 PM
Good to hear it's working for you mate. :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Aloha on December 09, 2013, 08:01:47 PM
So I now have a Swisschamp after a long research of what Vic to buy. I'm mainly a pliers MT person, (Wave, Core, Swisstool) but wanted a more classic SAK to round out my collection. I essentially wanted a SAK with everything I could get (and not cost a fortune).

After some use and carry, there's only one word that I can use to describe my Swisschamp: Useful!

I wasn't sure I'd carry one as the Explorer is a pocket hog but I do love my Swisschamp as well.  I carry mine in a SOS/Survival Sheath and it rides so comfortable I forget its there.  I changed out the SOS/Survival pouch items and carry mostly 1st aid stuff instead.  Great tool set on this big guy without really being a pain to carry IMO.   
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: mrynnr on January 25, 2014, 12:32:58 AM
Can I join the club? Bought my first swisschamp from Tim :) The hardwood version


Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kirk13 on January 25, 2014, 12:59:46 AM
Can I join the club? Bought my first swisschamp from Tim :) The hardwood version

Only if you take lots of pix!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on January 25, 2014, 04:11:20 AM
Yep we need pics  :pok:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: burnside on January 25, 2014, 05:45:41 AM
I joined the club tonight with two NIB black SwissChamps on the way. Both have the older grey magnifier. I got them for a great price together so I couldn't pass them up.
 :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Crow on January 25, 2014, 10:36:37 AM
I have 2 new Swisschamps. Would like to join club...
Had older that was beat up broken, got it replaced by warranty. I think older had better file, and better screwdriver in it. New screwdriver is so short.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Philby on January 27, 2014, 02:05:37 PM
I'm in! This one has been with me for the last 15 years, through university, three jobs, 5 houses, and travelled the world, as far west as California, as far east as Japan, as far south as Capetown, and as far north as  :think: don't really do north, probably as far north as Newcastle?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Magic Bus on January 27, 2014, 08:22:40 PM
I was all set to take a pic of my two today, even going as far as using the camera on my tripod .......... and my camera battery died  :bnghd:  Maybe tomorrow  :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NutSAK on January 27, 2014, 09:38:24 PM
I like that pouch Philby!  What model # is that?

I really don't like the typical fabric-lined leather pouches that Vic makes for larger SAKs.  That one looks like it's built more like a Zermatt-type pouch, which I really like.  Does it have a snap closure or velcro?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Philby on January 27, 2014, 09:48:44 PM
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0024FA90A?cache=1390855282&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70#ref=mp_s_a_1_26
 :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NutSAK on January 27, 2014, 09:56:47 PM
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0024FA90A?cache=1390855282&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70#ref=mp_s_a_1_26
 :tu:

Thanks!  Unfortunately, I don't believe there is one available like that on my side of the pond.  I'll have to settle for a Zermatt, I suppose.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: enki_ck on January 27, 2014, 10:04:42 PM
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0024FA90A?cache=1390855282&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70#ref=mp_s_a_1_26
 :tu:

Thanks!  Unfortunately, I don't believe there is one available like that on my side of the pond.  I'll have to settle for a Zermatt, I suppose.

Going by the model number, this should be it. :think:

VICTORINOX 4.0535

http://www.ebay.de/itm/360234511248 <-- Worldwide shipping

(http://g-ec4.images-amazon.com/images/G/28/cn-legacy/g/gcss0104661.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NutSAK on January 27, 2014, 10:10:54 PM
Going by the model number, this should be it. :think:

VICTORINOX 4.0535

http://www.ebay.de/itm/360234511248 <-- Worldwide shipping

Thank you sir!  :salute:  That's pretty affordable.  Now... Can someone tell me if that has a snap or Velcro closure?  I think Velcro might break the deal for me...
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Philby on January 27, 2014, 10:12:20 PM
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0024FA90A?cache=1390855282&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70#ref=mp_s_a_1_26
 :tu:

Thanks!  Unfortunately, I don't believe there is one available like that on my side of the pond.  I'll have to settle for a Zermatt, I suppose.
This one was on the American amazon, it's a British company but shipping is free. Unfortunately it's Velcro!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NutSAK on January 27, 2014, 10:20:04 PM
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0024FA90A?cache=1390855282&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70#ref=mp_s_a_1_26
 :tu:

Thanks!  Unfortunately, I don't believe there is one available like that on my side of the pond.  I'll have to settle for a Zermatt, I suppose.
This one was on the American amazon, it's a British company but shipping is free. Unfortunately it's Velcro!

Odd...  That link doesn't doesn't take me to the US Amazon site I'm familiar with, and it doesn't recognize my account.  Either way, I appreciate the effort guys  :cheers:, but I'm going to stick with the brass snap on the Zermatt.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: enki_ck on January 27, 2014, 10:25:26 PM
This might be the one for your then, but I can't find the correct model number for it. :(

http://www.culturesteel.c...iel-victorinox-40535.html (http://www.culturesteel.com/es/funda-piel-victorinox-40535.html)

This shop carries it under the same model number as the Velcro one. I'll update if I stumble across it.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NutSAK on January 27, 2014, 10:26:54 PM
This might be the one for your then, but I can't find the correct model number for it. :(

http://www.culturesteel.c...iel-victorinox-40535.html (http://www.culturesteel.com/es/funda-piel-victorinox-40535.html)

This shop carries it under the same model number as the Velcro one. I'll update if I stumble across it.

OOOH!  Yes, that is very nice.  LMK if you find anything.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Philby on January 27, 2014, 10:30:02 PM
Going to get that for my
This might be the one for your then, but I can't find the correct model number for it. :(

http://www.culturesteel.c...iel-victorinox-40535.html (http://www.culturesteel.com/es/funda-piel-victorinox-40535.html)

This shop carries it under the same model number as the Velcro one. I'll update if I stumble across it.
That is sweet! Might have to get one for my craftsman.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Romanoat on January 28, 2014, 03:37:09 AM
Swisschamp? Check.
Title: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: colt 1911 on January 28, 2014, 06:59:18 PM
I'am in with the the old

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/29/5y5yteju.jpg)

And the new

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/29/8ejuryna.jpg)


Swiss Army knives .
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: tosh on January 28, 2014, 10:46:46 PM
Well, thanks to you lot  :twak:
You've now got me wanting a swisschamp XL 

What a bunch of enablers you are.... :ahhh


I thought I'd beaten this terrible addiction  :facepalm:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: DMA1965 on January 29, 2014, 02:44:26 AM
I have a bunch of Swisschamps, but this stag beauty is my favorite by far. It also has the rarely seen toothpick and tweezers, which were not included on most stag models

(http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff126/dma1965/SAK-2_zps147216fc.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: enki_ck on January 29, 2014, 11:45:35 AM
Welcome to the forum, DMA1965. :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kirk13 on January 29, 2014, 02:22:27 PM
Hi and welcome DMA1965. Love the lanyard on that!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on January 29, 2014, 04:29:22 PM
Welcome mate, that my dream swisschamp  :drool:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: splico on January 31, 2014, 09:06:23 PM
 >:D

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTJTNqsHQvs
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: burnside on February 01, 2014, 02:21:12 AM
That video rocks  :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tabasco on February 01, 2014, 02:42:59 AM
Yes, indeed! Thanks for sharing the video!  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: splico on February 01, 2014, 12:01:25 PM
 :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: DMA1965 on February 03, 2014, 06:58:46 AM
I own close to 10 Swisschamp variations. 5 are stag handled, one is horn, and the others are varied.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: DMA1965 on February 03, 2014, 07:02:04 AM
Hi and welcome DMA1965. Love the lanyard on that!

Thanks!  I made it myself.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: burnside on February 03, 2014, 08:04:35 AM
I've been SwissChamp'n it ever since I got my new black one a week ago. It doesn't want to leave my pocket.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Caranthanus on February 03, 2014, 06:13:02 PM
Entering ...  :woohoo:
(http://s29.postimg.org/jsaswpxlj/sch.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Dale on February 03, 2014, 06:34:33 PM
Just joined....  :D

(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh571/ajones1051/1655678_632697266767344_1004185777_o_zpsb2df1d24.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: nsa-x-file on February 25, 2014, 10:37:15 AM
My first Swisschamp.  :salute:

Anyone know when these first came out and when production ended?  :think:
Looking for a Red model now.

Supertimer
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-mV93tH6lSe8/UwvD4zH876I/AAAAAAAADJg/y7Iii3JSzzg/s800/Supertimer.JPG)

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: zoidberg on February 25, 2014, 10:52:42 AM
Looking for a Red model now.

I nearly bought one a couple months back.
I was poor and they were asking for more than I had.
Roughly what are they worth?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: nsa-x-file on February 25, 2014, 11:28:47 AM
Looking for a Red model now.

I nearly bought one a couple months back.
I was poor and they were asking for more than I had.
Roughly what are they worth?

I really don't know the value of these as I mainly collect Alox knives.
I know this one is a little harder to find as it has the Roman Numerals on the watch dial.


Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on February 25, 2014, 03:39:59 PM
Another HornyChamp, rugged elegance. I was wondering if anyone carries their horn scaled SwissChamps, I would like to know how the scales wear, but thinking they must improve with age. Anyone have such a thing? :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: TSabatine on February 26, 2014, 06:30:48 AM
I can't get enough of my swisschamp! The thing literally goes everywhere with me, and It sleeps right next to me on the nightstand. I'll try and get some good pictures tomorrow!

Question about that beautiful super timer, do the back scales have the tweezers in them ?


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: TSabatine on February 27, 2014, 02:00:16 AM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/27/remevu9u.jpg)

As promised, my favorite piece of gear!


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on February 27, 2014, 03:07:51 AM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/27/remevu9u.jpg)

As promised, my favorite piece of gear!

Nice one! Carried one like that for years.  :tu:

And no, Super Timer has no tweezers, but newer electronic scales do.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: willc on March 03, 2014, 02:25:18 AM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/03/tysahaha.jpg)
My first SwissChamp, it was real dirty and difficult to open when I got it.
After a hot bath and a bit of Tuf Glide it feels much nicer, still has some oxidation on the alum liners so I will have to break out pipe cleaners for that.

This is a great assortment of tools but it is a bit big for edc.
It will either go in the kitchen or car.
An awesome SAK to say the very least.


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: PTRSAK on March 20, 2014, 10:08:42 AM
did I ever post pictures of this one?
I sold it to some guy in Thailand. He was well happy as I remember.

(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130620_204709_zps6c0df472.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/20130620_204709_zps6c0df472.jpg.html)

(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s640/Peter_Thorpe/20130620_204301_zps5210e5ca.jpg) (http://s1309.photobucket.com/user/Peter_Thorpe/media/20130620_204301_zps5210e5ca.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: PeakXV on March 20, 2014, 07:34:59 PM
Wow - some great variations posted to this thread. Congrats to all owners of this top model!!!!

Here's mine:




(http://i1036.photobucket.com/albums/a445/Naturepaparazzi/swisschamps_2993a_zps6d1dbe81.jpg)

The leather pouches are both model 4.0567. They are slightly different with one having velcroed side flaps and the other having belt loops to secure the side flaps. The white scaled Swisschamp has no pin and thus the granddaddy of this modest fleet.

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Caranthanus on March 21, 2014, 02:30:37 AM
Wow - some great variations posted to this thread. Congrats to all owners of this top model!!!!

Here's mine:
The leather pouches are both model 4.0567. They are slightly different with one having velcroed side flaps and the other having belt loops to secure the side flaps. The white scaled Swisschamp has no pin and thus the granddaddy of this modest fleet.
:ahhh  :2tu: :2tu:

(http://smileys.papashome.com/images/welcome.gif) to The Club ...  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Smashie on March 29, 2014, 07:26:29 PM
After the events of last week I was going through my fathers things and I now have swisschamp number 4.

This one is completely unused and has the old round mini screwdriver

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/30/me7emyme.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on March 30, 2014, 06:43:43 PM
I have a couple of early ones!   :tu:

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/SwissChamps_zps19e8d39e.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ClydeOberholt on March 30, 2014, 09:11:12 PM
I guess I'm now part of the club seeing as I picked up a SwissChamp XLT yesterday. I'm not exactly certain how I walked in the store wanting to buy a Pioneer and leaving with an XLT  :facepalm:

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Caranthanus on March 31, 2014, 01:10:55 AM
I guess I'm now part of the club seeing as I picked up a SwissChamp XLT yesterday. I'm not exactly certain how I walked in the store wanting to buy a Pioneer and leaving with an XLT  :facepalm:
(http://i1186.photobucket.com/albums/z380/bunnyhabbit/good%20night/smiley-sleepy-bedtime-good-night.gif)


(http://smileys.papashome.com/images/welcome2.gif) ... to the Club  :whistle:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: car2oonz on April 28, 2014, 11:12:27 PM
Well I'm in now.
(http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a332/graham17457/F617958C-5F26-480B-9184-2B4C0F4055B5_zpsboo7i9xr.jpg)
Great tool.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on April 29, 2014, 10:29:28 AM
I'm a temporary member - I got an SC in a swap with lowtech but I'm going to remove pliers, scaler and metal saw to make my dream SAK, a Woodsman (Explorer with a woodsaw) Here's a 'before' pic;

(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/flat161212226_zps96ce9c31.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/flat161212226_zps96ce9c31.jpg.html)

WIP and 'After' pics to come when I start the modding. It'll be my first. The SC is too big for me to EDC :facepalm:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: hiraethus on April 29, 2014, 10:40:08 AM
Yeah, they're passing through my hands too at the moment.  I still have little bits left - mostly fish scalers...

Must get round to buying one for the collection.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on April 29, 2014, 10:46:01 AM
Is the fish scaler the least liked tool?

I guess it's all personal taste - I love the hook!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: hiraethus on April 29, 2014, 10:54:00 AM
Less functional than the wood saw (and I don't like that much either), in my opinion.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: car2oonz on April 29, 2014, 02:21:04 PM
Is the fish scaler the least liked tool?

I guess it's all personal taste - I love the hook!
I don't fish so I can't comment on its de-scaling properties but I do think the ruler markings are handy. I've not used it yet as a fork, but it could be useful in that area too. The hook is growing on me. I was sceptical at first, but have heard of some practical uses like pulling stubborn zips on softtops and tents, and lifting hot pots (with wire handles) from fires. Parcels tied with string are quite rare these days.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kkokkolis on April 29, 2014, 03:50:35 PM
Challenge. Whoever doesn't like or at least stand the fish scaler, he might sharpen it to a serrated rescue blade. Prove now what you say gentlemen.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: marcclarke on April 29, 2014, 05:04:41 PM
Is the fish scaler the least liked tool?

I guess it's all personal taste - I love the hook!

I would much prefer a serrated blade since I cut ropes with my pocketknife far more often than I scale fish (which has never happened).

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: tap78 on June 02, 2014, 09:34:17 AM
Here is my Duo Giftbox (Swisschamp + Classic) set...

(http://tap.pl/_img/knives/Victorinox_Duo_Giftbox_5355.jpg)
(http://tap.pl/_img/knives/Victorinox_Duo_Giftbox_5357.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: DazMechanical on June 18, 2014, 07:43:54 AM
My new sheath arrived in the mail... :mail:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Corwyn on June 18, 2014, 09:39:47 AM
Something strange. I have a couple of Huntsman Vics (blades, openers, scissors and wood saw) which I got very cheap second hand, but I never carry them as they feel too bulky.

However I carry my Swisschamp every day in the pocket of most pants, cargo, jeans, suit. Only on really tight ones I switch to a Wenger Traveller.

I don’t know… the Huntsman feels so… square and big for what it does, but the Swisschamp on its side is thinner than my wallet, doesn’t feel too heavy and you know you are prepared for any situation… Anyone feeling similar?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Huntsman on June 18, 2014, 10:12:53 AM
did I ever post pictures of this one?
I sold it to some guy in Thailand. He was well happy as I remember.

Hey PTR,
I don't know about posting piccies here - But I am sure I saw this on ebay last year sometime
I remember really liking it, being very tempted to  buy - and noting that the seller was in Oz  :D
This was before I was such a frequent MT.o er
I think you also had a few other wooden handles SAKs for sale round about that time - right?? !!! 
H
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: toolguy on June 18, 2014, 04:23:39 PM
Here's my Champ with the S.O.S. kit purchased in 1989 for the price of $89.95.

If you've done the math that was 25 years ago.This price clearly illustrates the value that the current day Vics represent.

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: toolguy on June 18, 2014, 04:32:32 PM
A few more.

Price list.
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,52731.0.html
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: LoneWolf2014 on August 01, 2014, 03:00:27 PM
Hi All,
Swisschamp reporting...

bought it in Dec'13... newer version... my precious...

together with a Huntsman from the 90's... given to me by my bro last week. :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on August 01, 2014, 03:03:43 PM
That's a nice lanyard Lonewolf.

And welcome to the forum!!!

You're off to a great start with that sweet Swisschamp :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: LoneWolf2014 on August 01, 2014, 03:08:47 PM
Thanks sawman...

I learnt that from youtube... simple one... can't do those complex stuff... :facepalm:

btw... I am from Malaysia...  :D

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on August 01, 2014, 03:13:32 PM
Thanks sawman...

I learnt that from youtube... simple one... can't do those complex stuff... :facepalm:

btw... I am from Malaysia...  :D
Cool! I'm in Florida.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: N_N_R on August 01, 2014, 05:05:37 PM
Count me in, count me in, Chako's fault, Chako's fault  :ahhh
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: lowtech on August 07, 2014, 10:31:48 PM
Can I play?
I received this today. It´s sooo cool.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on August 07, 2014, 10:45:24 PM
Shot my EDC SC this week....

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/SC1_zps2de4a682.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Crow on August 09, 2014, 02:54:17 PM
Can I play?
I received this today. It´s sooo cool.

Is this going to be your EDC? :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: LoneWolf2014 on August 09, 2014, 03:59:10 PM
Can I play?
I received this today. It´s sooo cool.

that is awesome!!
does it come in sealed?

the awl seems to be wrongly placed.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mr. Whippy on August 09, 2014, 04:05:52 PM
Can I play?
I received this today. It´s sooo cool.

that is awesome!!
does it come in sealed?

the awl seems to be wrongly placed.

Yes, the Awl is swapped around (ie nail nick isn't out) but that is great!  Victorinox should sell those.  One would be on my wall for sure.   :) :drool: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on August 09, 2014, 04:36:19 PM
Carrying mine again today. (swapped lanyards)

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/SCWaterTank_zps88572cf7.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: lowtech on August 09, 2014, 06:50:25 PM
Can I play?
I received this today. It´s sooo cool.

that is awesome!!
does it come in sealed?

the awl seems to be wrongly placed.

Yes, the Awl is swapped around (ie nail nick isn't out) but that is great!  Victorinox should sell those.  One would be on my wall for sure.   :) :drool: :tu:

Thanks - It waas a lucky find on eBay.
the backtools are glued on with the Nail-nick facing out.

I am thinking about where to hang it.
I have not seen one like this but I guess it was made by/for Victorinox as advertising item for shops. It was not sealed and I guess it was meant to be hanged as is - No traces of a missing lid or cover are apparent.

I think I will have to reglue the fourth bpin back to the place wjhere it belongs and I will have to do a better pic someday...
Not only is this a nice collectors item (There! I confessed I am one... :facepalm: ), but it also is a nice template for assembling SAKs and identify springs and liners.

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on August 09, 2014, 09:16:34 PM
Well I'm back to not carrying the Swisschamp again. Unfortunately, the leather sheath was digging into my side and was too uncomfortable. I think I need a nylon sheath for it. The weight didn't bother me; that part was hardly noticeable.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Huntsman on August 13, 2014, 12:37:44 PM
Wow - What an amazing find - I love it and I want one!!

Thanks - It was a lucky find on eBay.
The backtools are glued on with the Nail-nick facing out.
Not only is this a nice collectors item (There! I confessed I am one... ), but it also is a nice template for assembling SAKs and identify springs and liners.

Really amazing that they got the back tools the wrong way around - how coud that happen ??
Especially if we assume it was made by Vic?? Which looks to be the case !!
BTW - apart from the hook - Did you notice that? It's correctly positioned.
I guess they wanted to show the nail nick ???

As you say - very nice template too - We'll have to sticky or bookmark this :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: lowtech on August 13, 2014, 04:14:54 PM
I am sure they did that on purpose not to show the nailnick, but the profiled blade /tip of the tools. At least Awl and chisel would just be plain pieces of metal from the back.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rux on August 19, 2014, 02:42:54 PM
I'm in! :woohoo:

(http://i1295.photobucket.com/albums/b640/WildJ3/Mobile%20Uploads/IMAG0761_zpsnqaf4amx.jpg) (http://s1295.photobucket.com/user/WildJ3/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMAG0761_zpsnqaf4amx.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: nervium on August 20, 2014, 10:22:01 PM
Something strange. I have a couple of Huntsman Vics (blades, openers, scissors and wood saw) which I got very cheap second hand, but I never carry them as they feel too bulky.

However I carry my Swisschamp every day in the pocket of most pants, cargo, jeans, suit. Only on really tight ones I switch to a Wenger Traveller.

I don’t know… the Huntsman feels so… square and big for what it does, but the Swisschamp on its side is thinner than my wallet, doesn’t feel too heavy and you know you are prepared for any situation… Anyone feeling similar?

i have spartan, compact, climber, hunter (with maglite & compass in a leather pouch) and 3 swisschamps in 91mm range. swisschamp is easy to carry in pocket, feels better than a climber for me (i have not tried huntsman i always take it as a kit), i prefer swisschamp esp. if i wear jeans. ultimate toolset, treasure chest.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Echo on August 21, 2014, 11:17:32 PM
Count me in the club with my second hand store find (pics to follow)  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: coSAK on September 05, 2014, 08:45:16 PM
Today my NIB XLT arrived. :mail: So I'm in!

As far as I can say today: This is my absolute dream SAK.
I have my beloved Ranger for EDC.
I have my robust Harvester for outdoor activities.
But this is so awesome. Wasn't sure if it is not too big to handle it well.
No doubt it isn't. It fits perfectly into my large hands. :D

And as a bonus: The price was 99€. >:D

So for the rest of the day nothing can bring me back from cloud #9.
:climber:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kkokkolis on September 05, 2014, 08:48:56 PM
This is the Termiknife!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on September 05, 2014, 10:38:45 PM
I ordered a new nylon sheath for my Swisschamp. The leather one I have is too bulky so I don't use it much.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: DazMechanical on September 05, 2014, 11:25:51 PM
Today my NIB XLT arrived. :mail: So I'm in!

As far as I can say today: This is my absolute dream SAK.
I have my beloved Ranger for EDC.
I have my robust Harvester for outdoor activities.
But this is so awesome. Wasn't sure if it is not too big to handle it well.
No doubt it isn't. It fits perfectly into my large hands. :D

And as a bonus: The price was 99€. >:D

So for the rest of the day nothing can bring me back from cloud #9.
:climber:

If love to see some pics of the XLT   :drool:

:worthless:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kkokkolis on September 06, 2014, 08:51:17 AM
Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.

My Swisschamps

(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/12/usyjynas.jpg)

Hail to the King!

(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=41803.0;attach=44696;image)

XLT is unbeatable.

(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=41803.0;attach=44694;image)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: DazMechanical on September 06, 2014, 09:21:48 AM
Very nice!  :drool: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: coSAK on September 06, 2014, 10:38:42 AM
XLT is unbeatable.

Yes. Yes. And (oh did I said:) YES!
Yesterday I fell in love.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Smashie on September 06, 2014, 11:10:47 AM
Very nice indeed  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: altered.ego on September 08, 2014, 12:08:04 AM
Waaaait! Wait for me! :ahhh

(http://shrani.si/f/18/Pk/4Zg8x4f2/imag0126800px.jpg)



Phew! I'm in! :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: detron on September 08, 2014, 12:08:57 AM
Waaaait! Wait for me! :ahhh

(http://shrani.si/f/18/Pk/4Zg8x4f2/imag0126800px.jpg)



Phew! I'm in! :tu:

those scales are sweet!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: altered.ego on September 08, 2014, 12:13:14 AM
Thanks. :) It's leather.

Here's an older photo with a Classic also with leather scales:

(http://shrani.si/f/D/At/VtbBopy/img6105lrexport800.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: coSAK on September 08, 2014, 12:46:12 AM
Oh, that's very nice!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: LoneWolf2014 on September 08, 2014, 01:03:39 AM
Waaaait! Wait for me! :ahhh

(http://shrani.si/f/18/Pk/4Zg8x4f2/imag0126800px.jpg)



Phew! I'm in! :tu:

those scales are sweet!

Wow... It's gorgeous!
Is it a shelf queen or an user?  :drool:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: altered.ego on September 08, 2014, 02:20:28 AM
No shelf queens in my collection, they all have to earn their living. :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on September 08, 2014, 10:28:58 AM
Those scales are  :drool: not seen them before  :salute: welcome to the club  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: zoidberg on September 08, 2014, 10:36:01 AM
Very nice!  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: LoneWolf2014 on September 09, 2014, 01:00:57 AM
No shelf queens in my collection, they all have to earn their living. :D
  :drool:  would it be asking too much for some closeup shots of the leather scales...?? :drool: :drool:
 :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Chinese Buffet on September 09, 2014, 03:21:47 AM
I recently bought this Swiss Champ. It is my first "proper" SAK. I've always carried Leathermans ever since I start carrying a multitool a few years ago. So far I am enjoying it a lot. Been playing with this tool more than my LMs lately!

(http://i1304.photobucket.com/albums/s540/chinesebuffet888/imagejpg2_zpsa466bfa3.jpg)

(http://i1304.photobucket.com/albums/s540/chinesebuffet888/imagejpg1_zps59626e35.jpg)

(http://i1304.photobucket.com/albums/s540/chinesebuffet888/imagejpg3_zpse320061d.jpg)


CB
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: detron on September 09, 2014, 03:26:00 AM
I recently bought this Swiss Champ. It is my first "proper" SAK. I've always carried Leathermans ever since I start carrying a multitool a few years ago. So far I am enjoying it a lot. Been playing with this tool more than my LMs lately!

(http://i1304.photobucket.com/albums/s540/chinesebuffet888/imagejpg2_zpsa466bfa3.jpg)

(http://i1304.photobucket.com/albums/s540/chinesebuffet888/imagejpg1_zps59626e35.jpg)

(http://i1304.photobucket.com/albums/s540/chinesebuffet888/imagejpg3_zpse320061d.jpg)


CB

pretty cool huh? 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Chinese Buffet on September 09, 2014, 04:01:44 AM
It's so smooth and shiny. Preciousssssssss...

My pops has an original Champion and I remember using it a lot when we went camping. Carrying this Swiss a Champ brings back fond memories. :tool:


CB
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: deputy tom on September 11, 2014, 10:37:11 PM
I have a Champion but traded my Champ away a while back. That is something I need to correct soon. I do have a Wenger Tool Chest Plus up in the collection . tom.  :sak:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on September 11, 2014, 10:39:14 PM
One of my favorite tools on the Swisschamp is the pliers so I would never get along with a Champion.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Aloha on September 11, 2014, 11:42:28 PM
One of my favorite tools on the Swisschamp is the pliers so I would never get along with a Champion.

Me too, I traded my Champion away for the same reason.  I think I'll get a Swisschamp with the new mag glass as mine are all older ones. 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: eddie1115 on September 12, 2014, 09:42:17 PM
New member to the club!

(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/12/6c4992eae79a8348ae326aefb5111c9d.jpg)

(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/12/abb07db2187a51be716de93b4429c220.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: altered.ego on September 13, 2014, 07:38:56 PM
  :drool:  would it be asking too much for some closeup shots of the leather scales...?? :drool: :drool:
 :D
Not at all. :)

(http://shrani.si/f/3r/cr/3BfRuEVV/001.jpg)

(http://shrani.si/f/x/12R/1Ugjsat/002.jpg)

(http://shrani.si/f/38/ru/3YT8s2Ra/003.jpg)

(http://shrani.si/f/1P/IM/1aNDxSXr/004.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: enki_ck on September 13, 2014, 07:43:05 PM
Those look awesome. :drool:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: coSAK on September 13, 2014, 07:55:37 PM
Astonishing look of this leather Champ!

How does it feel in the hands?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on September 13, 2014, 09:23:40 PM
:drool: :drool: LEATHER !!!  :gimme:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: playeroflife on September 13, 2014, 09:29:54 PM
I finally got my Champ back from Victorinox after 10 weeks. Back like the day I got it back in 1985. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/09/14/9u3ebuva.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/09/14/ahymy5ev.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/09/14/5azepuve.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/09/14/du9ajy6a.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/09/14/3adehunu.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on September 13, 2014, 09:34:48 PM
That's a real beauty!!!! :2tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: playeroflife on September 13, 2014, 09:43:54 PM
Well, I'm in with:

A Supertimer (SwissChamp with Timekeeper scales)
(http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z231/bluebadger88/misc/cybertimer/Sakclock002.jpg)

SwissChamp XLT (No picture  :()

And a SwissChamp XAVT
(http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z231/bluebadger88/misc/knife/006.jpg)

I do think the Cybertool 41 should be a member of this club too.  It really is the modern SwissChamp.
Wow..love them.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: toolguy on September 13, 2014, 10:53:58 PM
When I first joined this forum a few months ago,I advertised WTB a Vic two pouch SOS kit.A fellow member from Europe sent a PM to me and stated he had one and the term SOS wasn't appropriate as it was a Survival Kit. He went on to state that the price point,at which I wanted to buy,wasn't possible.

So I kept my eye opened for a possible chance to buy a two pouch survival kit and I bid on this one which was listed on ebay.The owner claimed it was near new and he only carried the champ a few times.I took a chance the seller was telling the truth and made my bid.I was surprised when I won the auction.

When the package arrived I was pleasantly surprised to discover that not only the seller was forthright in his description of the Vic but that he sent the original box and instructions as well.My faith in human nature was reaffirmed.LOL.

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mr. Whippy on September 14, 2014, 01:37:46 AM
I think I should get executive member status with this one. :whistle:

(http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z231/bluebadger88/misc/Champion/20140913_192158_zps6yfusgcy.jpg) (http://s190.photobucket.com/user/bluebadger88/media/misc/Champion/20140913_192158_zps6yfusgcy.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gene stoner on September 14, 2014, 02:23:17 AM
I think I should get executive member status with this one. :whistle:

(http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z231/bluebadger88/misc/Champion/20140913_192158_zps6yfusgcy.jpg) (http://s190.photobucket.com/user/bluebadger88/media/misc/Champion/20140913_192158_zps6yfusgcy.jpg.html)


Very Nice
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: LoneWolf2014 on September 14, 2014, 08:49:25 AM
I finally got my Champ back from Victorinox after 10 weeks. Back like the day I got it back in 1985. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/09/14/9u3ebuva.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/09/14/ahymy5ev.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/09/14/5azepuve.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/09/14/du9ajy6a.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/09/14/3adehunu.jpg)

Nice... This is a champion!! No pliers... :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: LoneWolf2014 on September 14, 2014, 08:51:10 AM
I think I should get executive member status with this one. :whistle:

(http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z231/bluebadger88/misc/Champion/20140913_192158_zps6yfusgcy.jpg) (http://s190.photobucket.com/user/bluebadger88/media/misc/Champion/20140913_192158_zps6yfusgcy.jpg.html)


Very Nice

More photos... Please...
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: LoneWolf2014 on September 14, 2014, 09:03:20 AM
  :drool:  would it be asking too much for some closeup shots of the leather scales...?? :drool: :drool:
 :D
Not at all. :)

(http://shrani.si/f/3r/cr/3BfRuEVV/001.jpg)

(http://shrani.si/f/x/12R/1Ugjsat/002.jpg)

(http://shrani.si/f/38/ru/3YT8s2Ra/003.jpg)

(http://shrani.si/f/1P/IM/1aNDxSXr/004.jpg)

 :drool: :drool: :drool:
Were these leather scales custom made or victorinox produced? I couldn't take my eyes away from this beauty!!!! :ahhh
Hope it doesn't get scratch easily like our cellidors...
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on October 30, 2014, 07:28:52 PM
Some lovely champs guys  :tu: thanks to thomas my champs wearing black now  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: toolguy on October 30, 2014, 10:15:48 PM
Nothing too unusual about my three,other than two are part of the SOS and Survival Kit.

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: zoidberg on October 30, 2014, 11:46:46 PM
In new condition.  :)

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3842/15290817191_b4d2c1497c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/picrea)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: zoidberg on October 30, 2014, 11:47:22 PM
In used condition.  :(

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3857/15130258640_879fa06da8.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/p41wLh)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: zoidberg on October 30, 2014, 11:49:10 PM
Also have a XLT on the way, due to arrive in two weeks.  :woohoo:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ricardomfs on October 30, 2014, 11:58:55 PM
In used condition.  :(

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3857/15130258640_879fa06da8.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/p41wLh)

how did this happen mate?

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: zoidberg on October 31, 2014, 12:09:40 AM
In used condition.  :(

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3857/15130258640_879fa06da8.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/p41wLh)

how did this happen mate?

I have no idea, got it from a local auction site. I asked about the condition, this was his reply.

Quote
There are no broken tools. These is corrosion inside the actual housing which doesnt affect anything but if you are super fussy dont bother.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ricardomfs on October 31, 2014, 12:14:56 AM
Very nice indeed  :twak:! and without a doubt something to pass, I think the warranty does not cover this :think:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ricardomfs on November 01, 2014, 10:27:27 AM
hello fellas, i´m in this one, i have two SC two old models, different variations, both with pliers with no wire cutter, scissors with the little screw, and one of them doesn´t have the hook, and another one that as i check in the web they is a previous of the SC they call it champ, not champion, only champ.

(http://i1166.photobucket.com/albums/q607/rmarinosousaricardomfs/IMAG0324_zpsce61dc55.jpg) (http://s1166.photobucket.com/user/rmarinosousaricardomfs/media/IMAG0324_zpsce61dc55.jpg.html)
(http://i1166.photobucket.com/albums/q607/rmarinosousaricardomfs/IMAG0325_zpscf20e95e.jpg) (http://s1166.photobucket.com/user/rmarinosousaricardomfs/media/IMAG0325_zpscf20e95e.jpg.html)
(http://i1166.photobucket.com/albums/q607/rmarinosousaricardomfs/IMAG0326_zpsf4ff696f.jpg) (http://s1166.photobucket.com/user/rmarinosousaricardomfs/media/IMAG0326_zpsf4ff696f.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: zoidberg on November 01, 2014, 11:03:30 AM
Good to see some variety.  Nice table as well mate.  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ricardomfs on November 01, 2014, 11:12:55 AM
Thank you mate, an addictive hobby :)

 :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: zoidberg on November 01, 2014, 11:34:31 AM
Thank you mate, an addictive hobby :)

 :cheers:

The knives, pool, or both?  :P
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ricardomfs on November 01, 2014, 11:39:37 AM
Knives pool, watches, cars, key chains, wallets... It's expensive to be a guy LOL   :rofl:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Vinz Clortho on November 02, 2014, 10:10:07 AM
Subject: Application for membership in Swisschamp owners club.

(http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag474/travex/forums/swisschamp-2_zpsfc514f4e.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: zoidberg on November 02, 2014, 10:27:04 AM
Application has been zoidberg approved.  (http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/hammerc.gif)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Grass on November 02, 2014, 12:53:47 PM
Hmm. I have a SwissChamp (that beautiful blue colour); and am kicking around the idea of eventually getting an XVT or XAVT. Can anyone with an XAVT comment on the practical value of the extra drill bits or other additions of the XAVT? Do you end up paying so much that you avoid using the XAVT anyway?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kkokkolis on November 02, 2014, 12:57:42 PM
XAVT is very wide to be handled with ease. XLT is just perfect. I bought the extra bits separately and keep them in the seath. Any 4mm will do if you put a small rare earth magnet in the cybertool
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: GigaHz on November 02, 2014, 01:23:13 PM
The latest.
(http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll211/gigahzfemtohz/swisschamp002_zps5cd9565d.jpg) (http://s289.photobucket.com/user/gigahzfemtohz/media/swisschamp002_zps5cd9565d.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: LoneWolf2014 on November 02, 2014, 04:42:12 PM
wow... :drool:
what exactly is this...??
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: GigaHz on November 02, 2014, 04:45:11 PM
It is a mod of a Swisschamp and a long nail file from a broken Huntsman. I used the solid scales from the huntsman to make the old style exposed rivets.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 02, 2014, 05:15:42 PM
My latest Swiss Champ.

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/BlackSwissChamp_zps5e996948.jpg)

Own a couple of black Champions but this is my first black SC.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gene stoner on November 04, 2014, 03:39:33 AM
YES! Now a member of the Swisschamp club. Black advertising scale grey mag glass and old file in very good shape. Now that I have a Champ I'm on a quest to use all 33 functions.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 04, 2014, 04:44:55 AM
YES! Now a member of the Swisschamp club. Black advertising scale grey mag glass and old file in very good shape. Now that I have a Champ I'm on a quest to use all 33 functions.

Go for it!!!!! :2tu:
(and post pics) :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: captain spaulding on November 04, 2014, 05:25:33 AM
My latest Swiss Champ.

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/BlackSwissChamp_zps5e996948.jpg)

Own a couple of black Champions but this is my first black SC.

(http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140924214801/familyguy/images/8/8d/Burns-excellent.gif)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 04, 2014, 05:44:41 AM
Thank you Mr Burns Cap!!!!   :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: LoneWolf2014 on November 04, 2014, 11:29:35 PM
Hi guys, I just want to ask:
All the tools/blades on my sc seem to be very sturdy except for the Phillips screwdriver... When closed, I can still press it down a bit... Got springy feeling... Is it normal?

Thanks.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: jerseydevil on November 04, 2014, 11:41:49 PM
Totally normal.  If it isn't, every SAK with the inline Phillips I've owned has had something wrong with it then......  ;)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 04, 2014, 11:43:23 PM
It's normal on mine...springy but firm.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: LoneWolf2014 on November 04, 2014, 11:57:08 PM
Cool... Thanks...
I only have 1 sak with inline sd... So no way to confirm... :facepalm:
I was thinking I have a broken tool  :ahhh  :whistle:
But why is it like that?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on November 05, 2014, 09:41:06 AM
Yep totally normal  :tu: lots of cool SC  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: lowtech on November 05, 2014, 11:25:37 AM
Cool... Thanks...
I only have 1 sak with inline sd... So no way to confirm... :facepalm:
I was thinking I have a broken tool  :ahhh  :whistle:
But why is it like that?

It is because of the pivot form and the phillips acting like a lever - pressing on it will rotate the tool on it´s pin, pushing out the spring a bit.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Weasel on November 09, 2014, 08:53:02 PM
Mine has been my most carried and used sak .its had numerous new scales n has a few dents and scratches but I Lov it that way
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on November 09, 2014, 09:00:55 PM
Welcome to the club  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ColoSwiss on November 10, 2014, 11:50:05 PM
Recently picked up this grey-handled Swiss Champ. It has a series of leaves on the handle. Originally thought they might be for Swiss Scouts, but they don't appear to be. Any ideas?

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Weasel on December 04, 2014, 10:21:13 AM
A few weeks ago I put some new ruby scales on my SC but just swaped them back for the old warn ones as it didn't look right, as my old sc is battled scared  and has dined liners that I've had to bend back into place.the new scales just didn't look  right. Also my sc is as smooth as a pebble from years of carry and use.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 04, 2014, 10:28:05 AM
It's normal on mine...springy but firm.

Eww, TMI bro!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on December 04, 2014, 02:28:44 PM
It's normal on mine...springy but firm.

Eww, TMI bro!

You're just jealous.........because you're SAKless...   :pok:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ducttapetech on December 04, 2014, 03:23:24 PM
Brahahahahahahahahaha!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: coSAK on December 04, 2014, 04:00:15 PM

It's normal on mine...springy but firm.

Eww, TMI bro!

You're just jealous.........because you're SAKless...   :pok:

Hrr hrr. :evil:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 05, 2014, 04:16:13 AM
It's normal on mine...springy but firm.

Eww, TMI bro!

You're just jealous.........because you're SAKless...   :pok:

He is right you know. 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: matzesu on January 18, 2015, 07:09:15 PM
Akkording to the "Whats your latest SAK" Thread, im now Newmember of the Swisschamp Owner Club :)
Swisschamp XLT in Red Transparent..
Realy cool Knife but i think this is something, which the other Members of the Club allready know :)
Title: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Pignut71 on January 19, 2015, 12:24:20 AM
Knock, knock. Can I enter with my 1999-2005 model SwissChamp...
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/01/18/adf09277ea10f254564c68f6c91ce831.jpg)

I also have an XLT but that's too big to use IMO but great for a fiddle.

Sent using my chubby fingers...
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: classicrock on January 19, 2015, 07:10:08 AM
Hello....I'd like to join the Swisschamp Owners Club  :D

(http://i972.photobucket.com/albums/ae201/classicrock/20140529_073648_zpsb2c962c8.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kirk13 on January 19, 2015, 01:20:57 PM
Nice!

I wonder if there is anyone who doesn't like SwissChamps?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: classicrock on January 19, 2015, 01:43:32 PM
Nice!

I wonder if there is anyone who doesn't like SwissChamps?

well my first Victorinox was a 1987 Swisschamp, my father gave it to me in 2001 and since then I fell in love with Victorinox  :climber:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 19, 2015, 09:31:50 PM
Nice!

I wonder if there is anyone who doesn't like SwissChamps?

Hmm ain't poked fun at our NZ friends in a while so I am going to say they prolly don't like Champs, or puppys.

Real question is SC or CT for the title of best big SAK?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Pignut71 on January 19, 2015, 11:29:29 PM
^ get a grip Man, that's a daft question. SC every time!


Sent using my chubby fingers...
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ColoSwiss on January 19, 2015, 11:46:19 PM
Nice!

I wonder if there is anyone who doesn't like SwissChamps?

Can't stand them!  They cost too much and take up too much space.  ::)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kirk13 on January 20, 2015, 12:20:08 AM
Nice to know this thread isn't populated by fanboys :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 20, 2015, 03:02:31 AM
^ get a grip Man, that's a daft question. SC every time!


That could be true but I am pretty happy with my CT.

Not sure if the Saw and File are so needed for me.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Huntsman on January 22, 2015, 09:21:56 PM
^ get a grip Man, that's a daft question. SC every time!
That could be true but I am pretty happy with my CT.
Not sure if the Saw and File are so needed for me.
So you do see a need for the fish scaler Harley?? !! :)  :o

I think the CT is a definite contender for best big SAK especially the big one - The CT driver itself if just so useful and replaces other tools that are not so useful on the SC.


Nice!
I wonder if there is anyone who doesn't like SwissChamps?
Can't stand them!  They cost too much and take up too much space.  ::)

I think Coloswiss is joking - But it's true!!!
Smaller SAK is much better for EDC imho.

Although I have just acquired my first SC - a lovely 25 yr old Hoffritz in near mint condition - and I am pretty pleased with it!! And of course it is, and always has been, the flagship of the Victorinox range.
Sorry guys, but to me, the larger ones are just silly - except as collectors pieces - and even then too expensive  :(

Anyway for a jeans / heavy shorts / weekend carry - I am definitely going to try an ED carry with my new SC!!

Must post pics so I can officially join the club
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kirk13 on January 22, 2015, 09:59:04 PM
Huntsman,I'm beginning to believe the fish scaler is vital! It's so good for eating olives :drool:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Caranthanus on January 22, 2015, 11:16:11 PM
^ get a grip Man, that's a daft question. SC every time!
+1 :tu: ... not to mention olives, french fries ... :facepalm:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 23, 2015, 02:53:40 AM
My only wish is that they would still sell the CT-41 in America.

I am trying to like it but the light on the CT-Lite is lame.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: mrynnr on January 23, 2015, 02:56:24 AM
Mmm CT41.
Title: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: BASguy on January 23, 2015, 03:34:36 AM
CT gets my vote for the most versatile EDC carry multi tool for the working man.  I'm a technical service tradesman, not an IT guy, and this tool is unbeatable.  A multi tool is never the tool of choice for heavy work, so for tasks in its weight class this tool is the most versatile, and best performing, MT I've  found in 20 years in the field.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 23, 2015, 05:45:52 AM
Mwuhahaha!

Your SC thread belong to me and my Cybertool!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Weasel on January 23, 2015, 12:14:34 PM
I loVe my swisschamp but I've got to say the CT41 is more usefull to me
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: colt 1911 on January 23, 2015, 04:15:59 PM

My only wish is that they would still sell the CT-41 in America.

I am trying to like it but the light on the CT-Lite is lame.

I'm on the fence about the light, I like the huntsman lite for night time carry and I don't have to carry a small flash light. It's good for low level light .


Sak's  rule !



Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: matzesu on January 23, 2015, 06:17:43 PM
My Problem whit the Huntsman Light was to get this unusual Batteries now..
The Light was great if you dotnt carry another, but its just a LED and 2 Batteries..
For a future SAK, i would like the Light in the Pro Skales or integrated in the Bit Holder....
Title: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: colt 1911 on January 23, 2015, 07:05:35 PM
My Problem whit the Huntsman Light was to get this unusual Batteries now..
The Light was great if you dotnt carry another, but its just a LED and 2 Batteries..
For a future SAK, i would like the Light in the Pro Skales or integrated in the Bit Holder....

Good ideas, I would like the light integrated into the scale and put a mag glass where the light use to be.


Sak's  rule !
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: matzesu on January 23, 2015, 07:29:06 PM
Also the Light looks a bit like a Gimmik from the Micky Mouse Magazine :)

These normal Swisschamp dosnt looks that big.. more like a normal a bit bigger SAK..

How many Lines do the XLT compared to a normal Swisschamp??
For me the XLT is something a Swisschamp schould be, the normal SC is not enought Champ in my Opinion ^^
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Huntsman on January 23, 2015, 10:01:46 PM
Huntsman,I'm beginning to believe the fish scaler is vital! It's so good for eating olives :drool:
Good idea - Next cocktail/drinks party I go to, I am going to take a SAK for the olives - Will certainly turn some heads / solicit some comments  :D

CT gets my vote for the most versatile EDC carry multi tool for the working man.  I'm a technical service tradesman, not an IT guy, and this tool is unbeatable.  A multi tool is never the tool of choice for heavy work, so for tasks in its weight class this tool is the most versatile, and best performing, MT I've  found in 20 years in the field.
Good to hear - I like it  :tu:

Liking the ideas on the flashlights guys. This is a definite area of massive - and easy (?) - improvement for Vic in the 91mm line.
I gave a 58mm with flashlight away as a pressie last year, but had a quick play beforehand (of course!! - boxed not clampack - Yay!  :D ssshhhh!! ) and it seemed pretty decent.

Come on Vic make some changes - You've done so little in the last 10-15 years!!
... And I don't count the Delemont line as a change!!!  :think: That was just rebadging!
In fact get some of those wacky Wenger designers to come up with some ideas now they are fully Victoria-ised
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Pignut71 on January 23, 2015, 11:08:51 PM

Huntsman,I'm beginning to believe the fish scaler is vital! It's so good for eating olives :drool:

Or pre cut chunks of pineapple, yum!


Sent using my chubby fingers...
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 24, 2015, 02:50:23 AM
Speaking of CT-Lite, any of you have a issue with the light turning on while it is in a sheath?

Been carrying mine in my Wave sheath and twice now when I pulled it out the light was on.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: eddie1115 on January 24, 2015, 03:16:14 AM
Speaking of CT-Lite, any of you have a issue with the light turning on while it is in a sheath?

Been carrying mine in my Wave sheath and twice now when I pulled it out the light was on.
Does the switch come on as your taking it out?  Or do you think it had been on for a while? 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 24, 2015, 05:21:55 AM
Speaking of CT-Lite, any of you have a issue with the light turning on while it is in a sheath?

Been carrying mine in my Wave sheath and twice now when I pulled it out the light was on.
Does the switch come on as your taking it out?  Or do you think it had been on for a while?

I am hoping as I take it out, although I am not sure.

Next time I carry it I will put it in with the light up and see if it is on as I put it in or when I open it up later.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: matzesu on January 27, 2015, 10:16:34 AM
I have a Question:
Is there any Tool on the Cybertool Series, you dotnt have on the Swisschamp XLT??
wouldnd need a new knife the next yeahrs but just aout of curiors..
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 27, 2015, 11:39:59 AM
I have a Question:
Is there any Tool on the Cybertool Series, you dotnt have on the Swisschamp XLT??
wouldnd need a new knife the next yeahrs but just aout of curiors..

The SC XLT has more tools then the CT-41 which I am assuming you mean since you are across the pond.

If I remember right it adds a spatula, elec blade, pruner blade, fish scaler, inline phillips, mag glass and maybe some back side stuff like a mini screwdriver or some such. It will also make the ladies swoon and add size to your man parts.

Of course the CT-41 has a phillips on its bit driver so you can not really count that.

If you talking CT-Lite then I would say smack yourself and just say no.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: matzesu on January 27, 2015, 11:43:52 AM
I mean more the XLT comared to the biggest Cybertool they have..
Ok this also means the XLT also can used like a Cybertool..
Twoo SAKs in One..
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 27, 2015, 11:49:04 AM
I mean more the XLT comared to the biggest Cybertool they have..
Ok this also means the XLT also can used like a Cybertool..
Twoo SAKs in One..

The 41 is the biggest CT kinda tied with the CT Lite which I do not love so much.

Two tools in one is a good was to describe the XLT. You pay for all them tools though in its giant size.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: matzesu on January 27, 2015, 11:56:34 AM
Its like my Smartphone: i have a Note 2 which is a realy monster if you see it on table, but if you aktually gets used whit, its just like a normal smartphone...
And so whit the XLT: sure its a monster for all other peaple, but i get used to and dotnt want to miss this little monster..
Its also fits my Jeans Coin Pocket ..
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: thelinuxcat on January 28, 2015, 04:53:13 AM
Swisschamp EDC for over a quarter of a century. 4 specimens, one after another. Currently one older type of mag and file with new sapphire scales and one ruby scaled XLT with my wife's name on it.
Swisschamp is the King! XLT the Emperor! And XAVT is... well, something even mightier. The Emperor's wife perhaps? :)

What is the bit adapter in the picture?  Info please...
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kkokkolis on January 28, 2015, 07:04:52 AM
It is an adapter from a PST chinese clone. I put some foam in it and now it fits on any Philips driver from Victorinox or Leatherman.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Luna Knife on January 31, 2015, 04:46:07 PM
Here is my late model SwissCHamp helping to deepen the notches
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on January 31, 2015, 07:27:31 PM
Here is my late model SwissCHamp helping to deepen the notches


very nice  :tu: cool slingshot  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Sparkydave on March 18, 2015, 11:31:35 AM
No swisschamp but i do have a handyman, does anyone know what less tools is one the handyman
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Reinier on March 18, 2015, 12:00:04 PM
Fish scaler, magnifying glass, inline Phillips, plus scales (pen and pin), mini screwdriver.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kosmo on March 18, 2015, 12:45:15 PM
1983 Champion with magnetic tip fish scaler.

(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/cb/33/fe/cb33fe0d267b56a98cf98f0effd7b7ee.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on March 18, 2015, 05:12:54 PM
1983 Champion with magnetic tip fish scaler.

(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/cb/33/fe/cb33fe0d267b56a98cf98f0effd7b7ee.jpg)

Wait.

Champions count for this club huh?

I am so going to be in once I get home then.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on March 18, 2015, 05:45:50 PM
Yeah the champions allowed in Harley  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Obi1shinobee on March 30, 2015, 05:56:44 AM
 :climber:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on March 30, 2015, 08:01:48 PM
That's cool I've been considering a fannypack or belt attached carry-on for some of my gear.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: campussecurity on June 10, 2015, 08:28:54 PM
I just joined. (http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/10/08c64165437e22f09350e25411d58704.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kirk13 on June 10, 2015, 08:43:00 PM
I just joined. (http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/10/08c64165437e22f09350e25411d58704.jpg)

Welcome to the club! Found a use for the fish scaler yet?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Smashie on June 10, 2015, 09:02:39 PM
I just joined. (http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/10/08c64165437e22f09350e25411d58704.jpg)

Welcome to the club! Found a use for the fish scaler yet?

 :pok: Olive fork  :pok:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: 16VGTIDave on June 11, 2015, 03:26:31 PM

Welcome to the club! Found a use for the fish scaler yet?

The ruler comes in handy, otherwise, no.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: BerkshireHunter on August 09, 2015, 10:33:45 PM
They're pretty great!
(http://i932.photobucket.com/albums/ad166/Sinfjotli/Knives/image.jpg1_zpsn3iyeoip.jpg)

(http://i932.photobucket.com/albums/ad166/Sinfjotli/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20150321_1240473812_zpslxzop5hh.jpg)

I have another one coming, and I secured some black nylon scales that might go on it...  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Grass on August 10, 2015, 01:31:34 AM

Infuriatingly off topic here; but was the Blue Moon any good? (I am a big wheat beer fan)

Still haven't used the scalar as anything other than a ruler, too, to keep things someway on theme! :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: BerkshireHunter on August 10, 2015, 02:18:30 AM

Infuriatingly off topic here; but was the Blue Moon any good? (I am a big wheat beer fan)

Still haven't used the scalar as anything other than a ruler, too, to keep things someway on theme! :)
The ruler is a nice touch. I do like the blue moon, but I'm not too picky with ales.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Neko2 on August 10, 2015, 02:39:32 AM
I keep mine in the outer pocket of my work lunch bag.
New mag and hook.
It was a bit to big to pocket carry.

The scaler can make a good poker for times when you need to reach and dislodge or actuate something and I don't mind it getting scratched.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VoetSak on August 10, 2015, 08:11:50 AM
Its a backscratcher not a scaler :drink:

I have 2 Swisschamps. The one I use and one with the old grey mag and pliers without the crimper.

Probably my favourite for edc.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Steinar on August 10, 2015, 08:41:46 AM

Infuriatingly off topic here; but was the Blue Moon any good? (I am a big wheat beer fan)

As a fellow fan and strongly biased towatds the Bavarian style: Blue Moon is utterly horrible. It has a lot of orange(?) added to it. It has a lot of fans, though...

(And yes, I have SwissChamp, just mot with me right now, so I can't post a photo. :) )
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gene stoner on August 10, 2015, 03:44:58 PM
I like blue moon but my favorite beer is the one you're buying me. :drink:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: campussecurity on August 10, 2015, 05:01:10 PM
I have a mid 80s swisschamp coming my way.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on August 13, 2015, 05:02:35 AM
I have a mid 80s swisschamp coming my way.

Nice.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Smaug on August 13, 2015, 04:30:47 PM
Blue Moon is for women. Just add an orange wedge, and it is almost a cocktail drink.

For wheat beer, I like Hacker-Pschorr and Goose Island 312.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Etherealicer on August 13, 2015, 04:39:02 PM
I love cocktails ;)
its almost like cooking, just with drinks... make them bitter, salty, spicy, sour, sweet... :drool:
Title: Re: Swiss Champion owners club
Post by: toolguy on August 13, 2015, 08:39:15 PM
I received this Hoffritz Champion the other day.It's very similar to my Swisschamp that I bought around 1989-91 with the first SOS kit.The Hoffritz is missing one tool and doesn't have the plus-scales but it is like new with no marks or signs of use.It does however have the old style corkscrew,magnifying lens and scissors with the screw pivot.

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Huntsman on August 13, 2015, 10:37:22 PM
Yep pre '85 Hoffritz Champion
So no pliers or pen
And post '83 due to 4 loops CS
Does it have Hoffritz stamped on the MB?

I like those Hoffritz Vics :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on August 13, 2015, 11:03:55 PM
I received this Hoffritz Champ the other day.It's very similar to my Swisschamp that I bought around 1989-91 with the first SOS kit.The Hoffritz is missing one tool and doesn't have the plus-scales but it is like new with no marks or signs of use.It does however have the old style corkscrew,magnifying lens and scissors with the screw pivot.

Great score TG!!!!!!!  :2tu:   :cheers:


I lucked into one a couple of months ago!!! 
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Hoffritz%20Champion%20case_zpsjlsitnwa.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: toolguy on August 13, 2015, 11:24:29 PM
Yep pre '85 Hoffritz Champion
So no pliers or pen
And post '83 due to 4 loops CS
Does it have Hoffritz stamped on the MB?

I like those Hoffritz Vics :)

Yes it does.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: toolguy on August 13, 2015, 11:31:15 PM
I received this Hoffritz Champion the other day.It's very similar to my Swisschamp that I bought around 1989-91 with the first SOS kit.The Hoffritz is missing one tool and doesn't have the plus-scales but it is like new with no marks or signs of use.It does however have the old style corkscrew,magnifying lens and scissors with the screw pivot.
Great score TG!!!!!!!  :2tu:   :cheers:
I lucked into one a couple of months ago!!!



Thanks brother and great score by you as well.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: asm1 on August 14, 2015, 11:57:59 AM
just got a hold of an XLT yesterday  :mail:

Racing green scales to be a bit different:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/asm016/Swisschamp%20XLT%20Green.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/asm016/media/Swisschamp%20XLT%20Green.jpg.html)

Still missing my Black champ, and my Uncle "cant blooming find" my Cybertool lite.... :facepalm:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: campussecurity on August 15, 2015, 07:54:44 PM
Here's my new swisschamp.
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/15/ef373709d45cec53b4ca42d9f34914a1.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: TRUE LIBERTY on August 15, 2015, 08:48:00 PM
(http://ssvs.zenfolio.com//img/s10/v108/p1359178880-5.jpg?sn=2YH&tk=U5VQIQl3Yvb1pI15Aj4Kie4C-OD-t8SD-T-XOrmOqBE=)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: zoidberg on August 16, 2015, 02:12:01 AM
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3759/9250368053_69a6ff57d4_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/f6qy9n)

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2882/9250367073_9ef294903e_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/f6qxRt)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: zoidberg on August 16, 2015, 02:12:46 AM
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7648/17055520257_8d912c4bcf_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rZ8ZY6)

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7606/17076711179_88227a58ba_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/s21BhP)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gene stoner on August 16, 2015, 04:16:51 PM
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7648/17055520257_8d912c4bcf_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rZ8ZY6)

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7606/17076711179_88227a58ba_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/s21BhP)

You know you're a SAK but when you use your fish scaler to eat with when you have a perfectly good fork with you. :pok:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: samek on August 16, 2015, 07:00:28 PM
Joining the club  :)
Samek

(http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n10/samek_2006/P1150122_zpsio1ztlyo.jpg) (http://s108.photobucket.com/user/samek_2006/media/P1150122_zpsio1ztlyo.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on August 16, 2015, 07:31:12 PM
 :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Smashie on August 16, 2015, 07:38:45 PM

Joining the club  :)
Samek

(http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n10/samek_2006/P1150122_zpsio1ztlyo.jpg) (http://s108.photobucket.com/user/samek_2006/media/P1150122_zpsio1ztlyo.jpg.html)

I think I just had a small orgasm
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on August 16, 2015, 11:32:15 PM

Joining the club  :)
Samek

(http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n10/samek_2006/P1150122_zpsio1ztlyo.jpg) (http://s108.photobucket.com/user/samek_2006/media/P1150122_zpsio1ztlyo.jpg.html)

I think I just had a small orgasm


looks like ill be carrying the champ tomorrow  :facepalm: im easily lead  :D cool pic  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Top-Gear-24 on August 17, 2015, 12:00:57 AM
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3759/9250368053_69a6ff57d4_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/f6qy9n)

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2882/9250367073_9ef294903e_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/f6qxRt)

Those old Vic boxes look so nice ... When you see a box like that, you just know that it holds something sweet ...  :D

That one looks in mint condition, just like the one I found in Switzerland ...  :think: 
Better go check my collection to see if it's still there ...  :ahhh

 ;)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Huntsman on August 17, 2015, 01:49:13 AM
Joining the club  :)
Samek

(http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n10/samek_2006/P1150122_zpsio1ztlyo.jpg) (http://s108.photobucket.com/user/samek_2006/media/P1150122_zpsio1ztlyo.jpg.html)

Yep That qualifies you for membership 😀
 
Funny pic !!
Go on gives us a photo guide
I could try and work it out but I'm lazy!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: derekmac on August 17, 2015, 02:22:27 AM
Ugh. You guys are making it really hard to not have a Swisschamp!!


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on August 17, 2015, 02:30:22 AM
Ugh. You guys are making it really hard to not have a Swisschamp!!


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Do it, you know you want to.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: derekmac on August 17, 2015, 02:33:16 AM

Ugh. You guys are making it really hard to not have a Swisschamp!!


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Do it, you know you want to.
That's the problem, I really do want one. I need Jeep parts though. Maybe I should try and do a trade for one? I hate getting rid of my gear though!!


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Huntsman on August 17, 2015, 02:36:44 AM
Ugh. You guys are making it really hard to not have a Swisschamp!!
Do it, you know you want to.

I thought it was one of those pre-reqs for MTo membership !!  :o

PS. Checking out the photo - In the middle it looks like there is a regular SC - tool set wise - But with alox scales like the 93mms
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: zoidberg on August 17, 2015, 05:45:39 AM
Show content
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7648/17055520257_8d912c4bcf_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/rZ8ZY6)

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7606/17076711179_88227a58ba_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/s21BhP)

You know you're a SAK but when you use your fish scaler to eat with when you have a perfectly good fork with you. :pok:

There were two of us eating peaches.  :whistle:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: zoidberg on August 17, 2015, 05:50:42 AM
Show content
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3759/9250368053_69a6ff57d4_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/f6qy9n)

(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2882/9250367073_9ef294903e_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/f6qxRt)

Those old Vic boxes look so nice ... When you see a box like that, you just know that it holds something sweet ...  :D

That one looks in mint condition, just like the one I found in Switzerland ...  :think: 
Better go check my collection to see if it's still there ...  :ahhh

 ;)

Not mint, was a user, but nothing some new scales and a clean wouldn't fix.  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gene stoner on August 17, 2015, 05:39:03 PM
Joining the club  :)
Samek

(http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n10/samek_2006/P1150122_zpsio1ztlyo.jpg) (http://s108.photobucket.com/user/samek_2006/media/P1150122_zpsio1ztlyo.jpg.html)

I sure would like a better look at that Alox.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: BerkshireHunter on August 17, 2015, 06:54:40 PM
Oh man, this lightly used Champ came today.  :mail:
(http://i932.photobucket.com/albums/ad166/Sinfjotli/Knives/image.jpg4_zpsakkqtrwx.jpg)

(http://i932.photobucket.com/albums/ad166/Sinfjotli/Knives/image.jpg3_zpsipng5mnq.jpg)

Would like to maybe add a protective coat to the scales. If Victorinox did wood like the dymondwood on buck 110's that would be the bomb.
(http://www.gpknives.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/800x/3d3f317666956ee07a3550dd00d02d6e/0/1/0110brs-b_1.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: MadPlumbarian on August 17, 2015, 07:15:31 PM
I kinda got a question in regards to a sak champ plus, I posted it on another page, it's kinda Swiss champion plus v.s. Swisschamp v.s. Other? And I'm just not sure what to do? All I know is I got a few months to figure it out but that's it.. Here's the link. Ty
JR

http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,61377.msg1138289.html#msg1138289
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: marcclarke on August 17, 2015, 07:29:00 PM
Ugh. You guys are making it really hard to not have a Swisschamp!!


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: campussecurity on August 17, 2015, 07:59:36 PM
Ugh. You guys are making it really hard to not have a Swisschamp!!


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Get one. It's my weekend heavy duty carry.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: zoidberg on August 17, 2015, 10:08:24 PM
Joining the club  :)
Samek

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I sure would like a better look at that Alox.

(http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n10/samek_2006/sl005-3.jpg) (http://s108.photobucket.com/user/samek_2006/media/sl005-3.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VoetSak on August 17, 2015, 10:38:38 PM
Joining the club  :)
Samek

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(http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n10/samek_2006/P1150122_zpsio1ztlyo.jpg) (http://s108.photobucket.com/user/samek_2006/media/P1150122_zpsio1ztlyo.jpg.html)

I sure would like a better look at that Alox.

(http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n10/samek_2006/sl005-3.jpg) (http://s108.photobucket.com/user/samek_2006/media/sl005-3.jpg.html)

That is a beautiful knife!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on August 17, 2015, 10:39:35 PM
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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on August 17, 2015, 10:53:07 PM
My precious  :drool:  :drool:  :drool:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ljnoble on August 18, 2015, 07:20:49 AM
This is my swiss champ, I bought it in Zurich when I was 11 years old on a holiday visiting my cousins. I havent carried it since I got back but it's still one of my favorites

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/17/40c493c0413fa8be44a604a023713035.jpg)(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/17/372c3320d9eaf792c030b1bd40232f9b.jpg)

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: WiseDuck on August 18, 2015, 02:15:04 PM
Why yes, I received this one plus the leather pouch last week. Just a regular red cellidor Swisschamp. I got it because my Silvertech version was just too nice to use and it was missing the pin and pen. Good excuses, right? Ahem. Anyways, been EDCing it for a couple of days now and it has already been quite useful at work. Lovely little thing!

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on August 18, 2015, 02:33:19 PM
Why yes, I received this one plus the leather pouch last week. Just a regular red cellidor Swisschamp. I got it because my Silvertech version was just too nice to use and it was missing the pin and pen. Good excuses, right? Ahem. Anyways, been EDCing it for a couple of days now and it has already been quite useful at work. Lovely little thing!

Your about due for a custom SC now.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VoetSak on August 19, 2015, 07:14:42 PM
I would love a chance too see the back of that Alox. Curious to see how the corkscrew was accommodated.

I cannot believe some of the things that you guys make!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: TRUE LIBERTY on August 19, 2015, 09:00:26 PM
Joining the club  :)
Samek

Show content
(http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n10/samek_2006/P1150122_zpsio1ztlyo.jpg) (http://s108.photobucket.com/user/samek_2006/media/P1150122_zpsio1ztlyo.jpg.html)

I sure would like a better look at that Alox.

(http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n10/samek_2006/sl005-3.jpg) (http://s108.photobucket.com/user/samek_2006/media/sl005-3.jpg.html)

Okay where can I get one of those or have someone do one of those for me. Very nice!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: zoidberg on August 20, 2015, 02:23:34 AM
I would love a chance too see the back of that Alox. Curious to see how the corkscrew was accommodated.

I cannot believe some of the things that you guys make!

No corkscrew sorry.

Some kind of custom 7-layer Alox" is also custom made, it's in fact Swiischamp in 93 mm frame minus fishscaler, backtools, pliers and can opener, plus second big blade, electricians blade and 93 mm awl.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Smaug on September 03, 2015, 06:26:56 PM
A couple vids. My son joined the club last week.

Here he is opening it with some candid commentary; he's surprised at the size of it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bkBumZ4e7E0


Here he is trying (and failing) to open a bottle of wine with the corkscrew. It requires some muscle, which he doesn't have yet. It's kind of an old-school way to make a bottle child-proof. They should try it on medicine bottles, right? :D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XppENLzUXqI
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NetsNJ on September 03, 2015, 06:34:48 PM
Awesome, Smaug.  If he takes care of his things, he'll have that knife for his whole life.   :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on September 03, 2015, 07:18:53 PM
I loved watching that Smaug  :salute: i was as excited as your son  :D i really need some of those green scales  :drool:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on September 03, 2015, 08:49:46 PM
Cheers Smaug :cheers: that's the gift that keeps on giving :D :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: WiseDuck on September 03, 2015, 09:38:01 PM
I gave a Swisschamp to a friend of mine on his 28th birthday and he had much the same reaction. It was also engraved with his name. It was quickly used to pop open a couple of beers. The eyeglass screwdriver was then used by another friend of mine to adjust his glasses. These things are very very versatile.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on September 03, 2015, 10:13:49 PM
My wife just bought me a yellow-scale Swisschamp engraved with my initials from dellasknives  :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh

I'm so excited!!!!  Money is very tight so this is an awesome gift :D :D

I've always been partial to the yellow and although these are not plus scales, it does have the straight pin.

Pics when it arrives  :climber:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on September 03, 2015, 10:15:40 PM
Congrats!!!  Super gift!!!!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on September 03, 2015, 10:21:22 PM
Thanks SG!  This is by far not my first Swisschamp, and it will not be my last  >:D

 :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Caranthanus on September 03, 2015, 10:31:56 PM
Welcome to The Club, LiFu :D
Btw, as far as I can see there was a desperate urge for packages opening tool >:D and The SC is The Best tool out there :2tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Smaug on September 03, 2015, 10:54:51 PM
My wife just bought me a yellow-scale Swisschamp engraved with my initials from dellasknives

...Money is very tight so this is an awesome gift...


...This is by far not my first Swisschamp, and it will not be my last ...

Does not compute  :think:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on September 03, 2015, 11:01:10 PM
My wife just bought me a yellow-scale Swisschamp engraved with my initials from dellasknives

...Money is very tight so this is an awesome gift...


...This is by far not my first Swisschamp, and it will not be my last ...

Does not compute  :think:
What I meant is that I have other swisschamps, and will continue to collect them with various scales :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: zoidberg on September 04, 2015, 09:15:59 AM
A couple vids. My son joined the club last week.

Thanks for sharing those clips with us.  :cheers:



Happy birthday LiFu.  :tu:  Sweet knife you've got there.  :drool:  When are you signing up?  :pok:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: WiseDuck on September 04, 2015, 09:25:07 AM
Tell your son to be careful with that corkscrew, can't be healthy for the SAK when pulling at an angle like that. The corkscrew is off to the side and when you pull upwards on the quite wide Swisschamp, the force isn't centered over the corkscrew tool itself and there's a risk of bending it as far as I can tell!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Pattas29 on September 08, 2015, 06:17:10 PM
Yup I am in. Just got a new old model. New to me but has the grey mad glass.

EDC for the forseeable future  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Caranthanus on September 08, 2015, 07:56:52 PM
Yup I am in. Just got a new old model. New to me but has the grey mad glass.

EDC for the forseeable future  :tu:
Pics :pok: :D
Btw, the grey m-glass is The M-Glass. Welcome to The Club :2tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Pattas29 on September 09, 2015, 04:00:52 PM
Only picture I have at the moment as they all came at once
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Caranthanus on September 09, 2015, 10:35:11 PM
Only picture I have at the moment as they all came at once
:tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on September 09, 2015, 10:40:06 PM
Only picture I have at the moment as they all came at once

very nice  :tu: love that barlow  :drool:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: WiseDuck on September 10, 2015, 10:23:34 AM
I gotta start using my Swisschamp. But I have real trouble with using brand new tools, especially tools that are hard to fix if they wear out. I know the blades, scissors and saws can be sharpened. But once the file dulls you're SOL. Same with some of the screwdrivers, fixable to a certain degree, but a couple of good slips on the Phillips head and it is done for. But I have two Swisschamps, so I shouldn't be afraid to just use the darn thing. But it's almost too nice to use, ahh!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Pattas29 on September 10, 2015, 11:07:43 AM
Only picture I have at the moment as they all came at once

very nice  :tu: love that barlow  :drool:

Had been after a nice stag handled Barlow for a while. It is really nice but in hand it feels very small.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Steinar on September 10, 2015, 12:08:42 PM
I gotta start using my Swisschamp. But I have real trouble with using brand new tools, especially tools that are hard to fix if they wear out. I know the blades, scissors and saws can be sharpened. But once the file dulls you're SOL. Same with some of the screwdrivers, fixable to a certain degree, but a couple of good slips on the Phillips head and it is done for. But I have two Swisschamps, so I shouldn't be afraid to just use the darn thing. But it's almost too nice to use, ahh!

I have the same thing with stuff that's brand new, but once it gets that dreaded first scratch, it's all good. :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: oldun on September 10, 2015, 05:55:30 PM
Father and son.

(http://i.imgur.com/HfZXznFl.jpg)

My first post on this Forum, does this qualify me for membership of the Swiss Champ Owners Club ?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on September 10, 2015, 06:01:27 PM
Father and son.

(http://i.imgur.com/HfZXznFl.jpg)

My first post on this Forum, does this qualify me for membership of the Swiss Champ Owners Club ?
It sure does buddy, welcome to MTO! :cheers:

That's a nice setup you have there :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: oldun on September 10, 2015, 06:27:47 PM
Thanks for the welcome sawman, although i find this forum very confusing i will try to get the hang of it. I am not very computer literate so it may take me a while to settle in.
Regards Bob.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Caranthanus on September 10, 2015, 06:29:28 PM
Father and son.

(http://i.imgur.com/HfZXznFl.jpg)

My first post on this Forum, does this qualify me for membership of the Swiss Champ Owners Club ?
It sure does buddy, welcome to MTO! :cheers:

That's a nice setup you have there :tu:
+1  :2tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on September 10, 2015, 06:59:40 PM
Father and son.

(http://i.imgur.com/HfZXznFl.jpg)

My first post on this Forum, does this qualify me for membership of the Swiss Champ Owners Club ?
It sure does buddy, welcome to MTO! :cheers:

That's a nice setup you have there :tu:
+1  :2tu:

what they said  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on September 10, 2015, 07:44:55 PM
Father and son.

(http://i.imgur.com/HfZXznFl.jpg)

My first post on this Forum, does this qualify me for membership of the Swiss Champ Owners Club ?
It sure does buddy, welcome to MTO! :cheers:

That's a nice setup you have there :tu:
+1  :2tu:

what they said  :salute:

Ditto...
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Huntsman on September 11, 2015, 09:20:15 AM
Thanks for the welcome sawman, although i find this forum very confusing i will try to get the hang of it. I am not very computer literate so it may take me a while to settle in.
Regards Bob.

Welcome Bob

And love the father son combo

Re 'Confusing forum' - We can get a little unstructured sometimes in threads - In fact we seem to pride ourselves in going off topic  :o
However everyone here, to a man and woman, is an MT nut, and we are very helpful and supportive to each other - as you will discover.
So if anything doe not make sense - Just shoot a question out - And it will be answered  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on September 11, 2015, 09:43:15 AM
Thanks for the welcome sawman, although i find this forum very confusing i will try to get the hang of it. I am not very computer literate so it may take me a while to settle in.
Regards Bob.

Welcome Bob

And love the father son combo

Re 'Confusing forum' - We can get a little unstructured sometimes in threads - In fact we seem to pride ourselves in going off topic  :o
However everyone here, to a man and woman, is an MT nut, and we are very helpful and supportive to each other - as you will discover.
So if anything doe not make sense - Just shoot a question out - And it will be answered  :D

ask away  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: comis on September 11, 2015, 09:54:09 AM
Thanks for the welcome sawman, although i find this forum very confusing i will try to get the hang of it. I am not very computer literate so it may take me a while to settle in.
Regards Bob.

A warm welcome to :MTO: and the Champ club!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Pwscott on September 11, 2015, 05:40:32 PM
Happy to join the club on this one. When I saw I could get it last weekend at a great price I could no longer resist {even though I have a Cybertool-41 coming from UK soon}.
The Victorinox clip-on sheath is great even with the Samsung Note 4 on the belt already.

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/11/86e7ff072c213ff050e45485714ef281.jpg)

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/11/61505da90deaaa779e5b4c74e0354a0d.jpg)

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/11/65d62bf6a1bd99a7833f0e99fe29f712.jpg)

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/11/0db55413450dfccc8deb0cbd7d3be254.jpg)

Sent from my Note 4

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tjh on September 17, 2015, 06:54:26 PM
First time poster here. So this will be a bit long

I had a SAK a long time ago (over a decade back), I think it was a wenger (based on my memory of the multitool, esp the can opener) something or other, and I lost it after EDCing it for a few months. Since then, every week, i have been wishing at least once that I had it back. I recently had to live in India for a bit (still here), and this has me wishing more for it, hardware shops are hard to find, I don't have basic things like can or bottle opener etc.

So i decided to, after much deliberation, buy Swisschamp. It was between that and CT41, even though I would've liked the bit set, I really dislike the translucent colouring. And since it is finally here  :mail: , I thought I'd join this club...

Since I am in india, I'm afraid the knife (though brand new) took a bit of wear and tear by the time I got it (from amazon). And as someone mentioned before, the liners are *not* finished well, which looks kinda crappy on a brand new knife. And the steel IS indeed soft, got a few scratches on it whilst just trying to clean it with a regular soft scrubber from kitchen sink (I gave it a bit of a bath...my hands get REALLY oily).

So far...LOVING it.  :climber: It has everything I could want, at least at this time. I even put a long-overdue extra hole in my belt. I ordered a leather pouch for it from amazon.com which will be here next week. At head-fi (a hi-fi/audiophile forum), they have a saying there "welcome to the forums, and sorry about your wallet", I feel like something similar would apply here. I hope the knife will remain with me for a long time to come however.

Pics attached, fresh out of a bath (if you can zoom in enough notice the scratches on the finish of the chisel..where i used a scrubber   :()

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/GMVd7KAnfAxMtGquAiZfpGPf6sX0Z32-2oVUdOkoRzWbbyxFGoyEdT55cOhkQiAPQPCpuNH4gHQYesgMZHdbKD4CodSP4uHn20rLx6caLkwVRhdYbP9vkVIJ80Flc1gqYTa2cJQHzU69oGqer5KnkzMitGWUb0rFexuzrggLKMcU8F8rIQ4FSIHR16t-rkYfYLbAw3O6mOzg9ogY7WBKYCDOKmSRm3cXKWVwwd7Sscod91EOFWCzNWkaAM8lDgoKsOfECG_EgzDCGBCUUXIMFdu7EwLKxbNGaWBx9Kn4_0WP0ikwZwrWAEd39JEoSeEeMAWUb0j5ieMf8WUpUiN3L9PG7aNInOciFmvFUTmsH6aD9X1YaFrrhxxL1CbWoxBbqAWtcjt2uBgJChltp3E8MW90hUjphjIP8ungV0wFlxwWztbcF5Co0mf5_a2PU-6wWhlStYvJjS7B1xYJfmappK4c6tilnPcTdnJYYEUKIEUq9weLLmEE7c57X-F00JccAaILI3qETh5CL_W_1KUL566JvCcWUiFc69CVlzxIz0Fh=w1312-h1766-no)

Once I am back in the US, my next buy will be one with a bit set, perhaps something small as an addition to the swisschamp or something like the XLT that replaces it...what do you guys think?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on September 17, 2015, 07:35:20 PM
Cool first post  :salute: welcome to mto and the swisschamp club  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tjh on September 18, 2015, 07:16:18 PM
After browsing these forums..already I am *this* close to buying the XLT...damn you MTO.

This time from swiss-knife.com instead of some random seller in amazon.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Caranthanus on September 18, 2015, 07:41:33 PM
After browsing these forums..already I am *this* close to buying the XLT...damn you MTO.

This time from swiss-knife.com instead of some random seller in amazon.
:o :D
This's the true SAK spirit, taking the bull by the horns ... >:D
 :2tu:



(https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQQNnsl7x3owpOO3FSUfeKzsKl3lA6TXFmoxV0D3tNhnqc4Q7GE0w)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on September 18, 2015, 08:08:52 PM
After browsing these forums..already I am *this* close to buying the XLT...damn you MTO.

This time from swiss-knife.com instead of some random seller in amazon.
You and me both! It has ALL the cool implements and yet is still EDC'able :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tjh on September 19, 2015, 06:13:46 AM
After browsing these forums..already I am *this* close to buying the XLT...damn you MTO.

This time from swiss-knife.com instead of some random seller in amazon.
You and me both! It has ALL the cool implements and yet is still EDC'able :D
I feel like the pruner will be REALLY useful, between peeling oranges and those damned clamshell boxes everything comes in.
OFC, the spatula would likely be a daily used thing, what with needing to mix sugar in my coffee every morning/afternoon/evening at work (they have REALLY poor stirrers at work, most of the time i have my own teeny spoon).
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on September 19, 2015, 06:50:41 AM
After browsing these forums..already I am *this* close to buying the XLT...damn you MTO.

This time from swiss-knife.com instead of some random seller in amazon.
You and me both! It has ALL the cool implements and yet is still EDC'able :D
I feel like the pruner will be REALLY useful, between peeling oranges and those damned clamshell boxes everything comes in.
OFC, the spatula would likely be a daily used thing, what with needing to mix sugar in my coffee every morning/afternoon/evening at work (they have REALLY poor stirrers at work, most of the time i have my own teeny spoon).

After I bought mine, I've lost weight, regrown hair and the chicks all dig that big bulge in my pocket....   >:D >:D >:D >:D

And oh yeah, the finance minster of Liberia has just informed me I'm a millionaire!!!! :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on October 01, 2015, 06:41:26 AM
I forgot to post here days ago when as some of you know I received a Swisschamp in a deal from Aloha, then I put yellow plus scales on it.  Anyway I am not back in the club again and hope I will carry and use it.

Just curious but has there every been a SC 30 day challenge?  If so, can someone shoot me the link as I like to read it.

Thx.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Steinar on October 01, 2015, 08:49:37 AM
If there hasn't been one, perhaps we should make one for October or November, then? If there has been one, I want to read that thread too.  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Storky on October 01, 2015, 09:09:11 AM
If there hasn't been one, perhaps we should make one for October or November, then? If there has been one, I want to read that thread too.  :D
+1  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: hiraethus on October 01, 2015, 12:21:00 PM
I forgot to post here days ago when as some of you know I received a Swisschamp in a deal from Aloha, then I put yellow plus scales on it.  Anyway I am not back in the club again and hope I will carry and use it.

Just curious but has there every been a SC 30 day challenge?  If so, can someone shoot me the link as I like to read it.

Thx.

There was the FAT SAK month back in March - anything 5 layers or more: http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,57797.0.html.  I'd be up for a SwissChamp challenge, as long as I can use my XLT too.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Weasel on October 01, 2015, 12:42:52 PM
I would be in although it it wouldnt be much of a challenge as my Swiss champ was my primary edc for years and still gets use.i just need to get a plus scale as I lije to have pen and pin then it will be resdy to go.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Steinar on October 01, 2015, 12:49:39 PM
I forgot to post here days ago when as some of you know I received a Swisschamp in a deal from Aloha, then I put yellow plus scales on it.  Anyway I am not back in the club again and hope I will carry and use it.

Just curious but has there every been a SC 30 day challenge?  If so, can someone shoot me the link as I like to read it.

Thx.

There was the FAT SAK month back in March - anything 5 layers or more: http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,57797.0.html.  I'd be up for a SwissChamp challenge, as long as I can use my XLT too.

We could make it simple, and say seven layers and up. It would be natural to include all SwissChamp varieties, and probably the CT 41 and the Champion too.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on October 01, 2015, 03:30:22 PM
Curious to see how you guys carry your Champ sized SAKs.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Weasel on October 01, 2015, 03:34:26 PM
Curious to see how you guys carry your Champ sized SAKs.

I carry mine just in my jeans pocket have done for years,  I have got used to it  and dont notice the weight
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on October 01, 2015, 04:50:03 PM
Swisschamp, craftsman, explorer all on danglers in front pockets  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Aloha on October 01, 2015, 06:16:57 PM
Right front pocket for me.  Heck I had a wallet wider than my SC so non issue for me.  Also I find my cell phone more of a nuisance than my SC in pocket.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on October 01, 2015, 06:58:33 PM
For me just as others have said, I carry the SC or Explorer on P-7 clip in front right pocket.

@hiraethus -  thanks for the link!  I will check it out!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gene stoner on October 01, 2015, 07:13:01 PM
I took my pants off yesterday without emptying my pockets. My wife picked them up and made a big stink about how my pants are so heavy:D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: BASguy on October 02, 2015, 01:44:10 AM

I forgot to post here days ago when as some of you know I received a Swisschamp in a deal from Aloha, then I put yellow plus scales on it.  Anyway I am not back in the club again and hope I will carry and use it.

Just curious but has there every been a SC 30 day challenge?  If so, can someone shoot me the link as I like to read it.

Thx.

OK.....where do you find yellow "plus" scales?


Sent from 9 miles from the face of the sun
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on October 02, 2015, 01:55:56 AM

I forgot to post here days ago when as some of you know I received a Swisschamp in a deal from Aloha, then I put yellow plus scales on it.  Anyway I am not back in the club again and hope I will carry and use it.

Just curious but has there every been a SC 30 day challenge?  If so, can someone shoot me the link as I like to read it.

Thx.

OK.....where do you find yellow "plus" scales?


Sent from 9 miles from the face of the sun

This set was on an Explorer that I got here on MTO so I just swapped scales.  However, I do have some more coming in from Swissbianco via Ebay.  They were $12 a set but he doesn't charge a flat rate for each set as you can order more than one set and pay the same for shipping if you wanted to.  :)

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: BASguy on October 02, 2015, 03:26:16 AM


I forgot to post here days ago when as some of you know I received a Swisschamp in a deal from Aloha, then I put yellow plus scales on it.  Anyway I am not back in the club again and hope I will carry and use it.

Just curious but has there every been a SC 30 day challenge?  If so, can someone shoot me the link as I like to read it.

Thx.

OK.....where do you find yellow "plus" scales?


Sent from 9 miles from the face of the sun

This set was on an Explorer that I got here on MTO so I just swapped scales.  However, I do have some more coming in from Swissbianco via Ebay.  They were $12 a set but he doesn't charge a flat rate for each set as you can order more than one set and pay the same for shipping if you wanted to.  :)

Good tip, thank you


Sent from 9 miles from the face of the sun
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on October 02, 2015, 04:05:11 AM
I would be up for another sc challenge  :tu: give my craftsman a break  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Weasel on October 02, 2015, 02:40:20 PM
Im going to our caravan at the coast for a long week end so think ill take my trusty old sc along as I haven't carried in in a while
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on October 02, 2015, 04:39:48 PM
I have more SC's than any other model, 14 shown here. Definitely the essential tool!  :tu:

Not shown are a newer XLT with clear magnifier, which might become a donor (:ahhh) for my older SC that I carried for years, also not pictured. Also another '85 or 6 model with the thin pliers is on the way. 17 total so far, and trying to track down a few variations still! I prefer the older models which is why the XLT is in peril, but have not fully decided to take it apart yet because it's so nice the way it is. :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on October 02, 2015, 04:47:05 PM
I have more SC's than any other model, 14 shown here. Definitely the essential tool!  :tu:

Not shown are a newer XLT with clear magnifier, which might become a donor (:ahhh) for my older SC that I carried for years, also not pictured. Also another '85 or 6 model with the thin pliers is on the way. 17 total so far, and trying to track down a few variations still! I prefer the older models which is why the XLT is in peril, but have not fully decided to take it apart yet because it's so nice the way it is. :)

Beautiful collection T!!!!!   :2tu:   I like older models as well which is why all mine are Gray Mag models...having grown up with the gray magnifiers, those just look right to me.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on October 02, 2015, 05:43:50 PM
I have more SC's than any other model, 14 shown here. Definitely the essential tool!  :tu:

Not shown are a newer XLT with clear magnifier, which might become a donor (:ahhh) for my older SC that I carried for years, also not pictured. Also another '85 or 6 model with the thin pliers is on the way. 17 total so far, and trying to track down a few variations still! I prefer the older models which is why the XLT is in peril, but have not fully decided to take it apart yet because it's so nice the way it is. :)

Beautiful collection T!!!!!   :2tu:   I like older models as well which is why all mine are Gray Mag models...having grown up with the gray magnifiers, those just look right to me.

Thanks SG!  :cheers: The mag glass definitely, but also the phillips has a tiny amount more reach, the main blades are a little thicker, and that damnable mini SD is round!  :ahhh My first original one had the early mag glass too, I never thought it needed up(read down)grading...

So if you ever want to trade up(down) to a new XLT in exchange for your old one, let me know. After all the new file is really much better.  ;)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on October 02, 2015, 06:52:29 PM
I have more SC's than any other model, 14 shown here. Definitely the essential tool!  :tu:

Not shown are a newer XLT with clear magnifier, which might become a donor (:ahhh) for my older SC that I carried for years, also not pictured. Also another '85 or 6 model with the thin pliers is on the way. 17 total so far, and trying to track down a few variations still! I prefer the older models which is why the XLT is in peril, but have not fully decided to take it apart yet because it's so nice the way it is. :)

Beautiful collection T!!!!!   :2tu:   I like older models as well which is why all mine are Gray Mag models...having grown up with the gray magnifiers, those just look right to me.

Thanks SG!  :cheers: The mag glass definitely, but also the phillips has a tiny amount more reach, the main blades are a little thicker, and that damnable mini SD is round!  :ahhh My first original one had the early mag glass too, I never thought it needed up(read down)grading...

So if you ever want to trade up(down) to a new XLT in exchange for your old one, let me know. After all the new file is really much better.  ;)

LOL!!! Thanks for the offer bro but mine is a transitional model with the gray pre '04 mag and the '05 stainless file.  Crummy pic but it shows the file well enough I think.

 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on October 02, 2015, 06:57:31 PM
I have more SC's than any other model, 14 shown here. Definitely the essential tool!  :tu:

Not shown are a newer XLT with clear magnifier, which might become a donor (:ahhh) for my older SC that I carried for years, also not pictured. Also another '85 or 6 model with the thin pliers is on the way. 17 total so far, and trying to track down a few variations still! I prefer the older models which is why the XLT is in peril, but have not fully decided to take it apart yet because it's so nice the way it is. :)


Very nice mate  :salute: the stag sc is top of my dream wish list  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on October 02, 2015, 07:04:00 PM
I have more SC's than any other model, 14 shown here. Definitely the essential tool!  :tu:

Not shown are a newer XLT with clear magnifier, which might become a donor (:ahhh) for my older SC that I carried for years, also not pictured. Also another '85 or 6 model with the thin pliers is on the way. 17 total so far, and trying to track down a few variations still! I prefer the older models which is why the XLT is in peril, but have not fully decided to take it apart yet because it's so nice the way it is. :)


Very nice mate  :salute: the stag sc is top of my dream wish list  :salute:
Aw man a stag SC would be the smurf :drool: I just love this thread! :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on October 02, 2015, 08:16:34 PM
I have more SC's than any other model, 14 shown here. Definitely the essential tool!  :tu:

Not shown are a newer XLT with clear magnifier, which might become a donor (:ahhh) for my older SC that I carried for years, also not pictured. Also another '85 or 6 model with the thin pliers is on the way. 17 total so far, and trying to track down a few variations still! I prefer the older models which is why the XLT is in peril, but have not fully decided to take it apart yet because it's so nice the way it is. :)

Beautiful collection T!!!!!   :2tu:   I like older models as well which is why all mine are Gray Mag models...having grown up with the gray magnifiers, those just look right to me.

Thanks SG!  :cheers: The mag glass definitely, but also the phillips has a tiny amount more reach, the main blades are a little thicker, and that damnable mini SD is round!  :ahhh My first original one had the early mag glass too, I never thought it needed up(read down)grading...

So if you ever want to trade up(down) to a new XLT in exchange for your old one, let me know. After all the new file is really much better.  ;)

LOL!!! Thanks for the offer bro but mine is a transitional model with the gray pre '04 mag and the '05 stainless file.  Crummy pic but it shows the file well enough I think.

Wow, that might be a rare bird! I guess I will have to donate organs and everything else now, but still that's an excellent model, the transitionals are very cool and unique.  :tu:

So it's decided then, since I have a run of the mill XLT, and even though it's really really nice, I'm going to completely restore my old faithful SwissChamp using the XLT's pins and some other bits, particularly the file. I will have to disassemble another knife, I used the original corkscrew from my SC for an early mod, but I can use any old CS for that. I will try to keep as much of the original as possible, but replace all the damaged parts, with the thought that if I ever carry one again, it will be fully functional (like Mr. Data  :facepalm:) and ready to go. Hopefully I can assemble it right the first time, because the XLT has the only pins that I have that will work. Fingers crossed...  :salute:

Maybe if I document the progress I will be eligible for a hacker award too!  ;)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on October 02, 2015, 08:22:54 PM
I have more SC's than any other model, 14 shown here. Definitely the essential tool!  :tu:

Not shown are a newer XLT with clear magnifier, which might become a donor (:ahhh) for my older SC that I carried for years, also not pictured. Also another '85 or 6 model with the thin pliers is on the way. 17 total so far, and trying to track down a few variations still! I prefer the older models which is why the XLT is in peril, but have not fully decided to take it apart yet because it's so nice the way it is. :)


Very nice mate  :salute: the stag sc is top of my dream wish list  :salute:
Aw man a stag SC would be the smurf :drool: I just love this thread! :D

I hope you guys find one, it really is (along with the MOP SC) the pinnacle of my collection. Y'all would never regret having one. Cheers!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on October 02, 2015, 08:32:16 PM
I have more SC's than any other model, 14 shown here. Definitely the essential tool!  :tu:

Not shown are a newer XLT with clear magnifier, which might become a donor (:ahhh) for my older SC that I carried for years, also not pictured. Also another '85 or 6 model with the thin pliers is on the way. 17 total so far, and trying to track down a few variations still! I prefer the older models which is why the XLT is in peril, but have not fully decided to take it apart yet because it's so nice the way it is. :)

Beautiful collection T!!!!!   :2tu:   I like older models as well which is why all mine are Gray Mag models...having grown up with the gray magnifiers, those just look right to me.

Thanks SG!  :cheers: The mag glass definitely, but also the phillips has a tiny amount more reach, the main blades are a little thicker, and that damnable mini SD is round!  :ahhh My first original one had the early mag glass too, I never thought it needed up(read down)grading...

So if you ever want to trade up(down) to a new XLT in exchange for your old one, let me know. After all the new file is really much better.  ;)

LOL!!! Thanks for the offer bro but mine is a transitional model with the gray pre '04 mag and the '05 stainless file.  Crummy pic but it shows the file well enough I think.

Wow, that might be a rare bird! I guess I will have to donate organs and everything else now, but still that's an excellent model, the transitionals are very cool and unique.  :tu:

So it's decided then, since I have a run of the mill XLT, and even though it's really really nice, I'm going to completely restore my old faithful SwissChamp using the XLT's pins and some other bits, particularly the file. I will have to disassemble another knife, I used the original corkscrew from my SC for an early mod, but I can use any old CS for that. I will try to keep as much of the original as possible, but replace all the damaged parts, with the thought that if I ever carry one again, it will be fully functional (like Mr. Data  :facepalm:) and ready to go. Hopefully I can assemble it right the first time, because the XLT has the only pins that I have that will work. Fingers crossed...  :salute:

Maybe if I document the progress I will be eligible for a hacker award too!  ;)

I would very much like to see that if you can swing it!  :2tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on October 02, 2015, 08:36:10 PM
I have more SC's than any other model, 14 shown here. Definitely the essential tool!  :tu:

Not shown are a newer XLT with clear magnifier, which might become a donor (:ahhh) for my older SC that I carried for years, also not pictured. Also another '85 or 6 model with the thin pliers is on the way. 17 total so far, and trying to track down a few variations still! I prefer the older models which is why the XLT is in peril, but have not fully decided to take it apart yet because it's so nice the way it is. :)


Very nice mate  :salute: the stag sc is top of my dream wish list  :salute:
Aw man a stag SC would be the smurf :drool: I just love this thread! :D

I hope you guys find one, it really is (along with the MOP SC) the pinnacle of my collection. Y'all would never regret having one. Cheers!  :cheers:

 :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: cough cough  :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on October 02, 2015, 09:45:57 PM

I forgot to post here days ago when as some of you know I received a Swisschamp in a deal from Aloha, then I put yellow plus scales on it.  Anyway I am not back in the club again and hope I will carry and use it.

Just curious but has there every been a SC 30 day challenge?  If so, can someone shoot me the link as I like to read it.

Thx.

OK.....where do you find yellow "plus" scales?


Sent from 9 miles from the face of the sun

Ahh, more yellow Plus scales!  What do I put them on is the question?  CT41 or Explorer or another SC?  :)

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on October 02, 2015, 09:58:03 PM

I forgot to post here days ago when as some of you know I received a Swisschamp in a deal from Aloha, then I put yellow plus scales on it.  Anyway I am not back in the club again and hope I will carry and use it.

Just curious but has there every been a SC 30 day challenge?  If so, can someone shoot me the link as I like to read it.

Thx.

OK.....where do you find yellow "plus" scales?


Sent from 9 miles from the face of the sun

Ahh, more yellow Plus scales!  What do I put them on is the question?  CT41 or Explorer or another SC?  :)
:drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:

You lucky dog you :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: toolguy on October 02, 2015, 10:16:25 PM
I hope you guys find one, it really is (along with the MOP SC) the pinnacle of my collection. Y'all would never regret having one. Cheers!  :cheers:

Congratulations.

The only one that I've seen for sale was a custom and the owner added the stag scales.

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on October 02, 2015, 10:58:52 PM

I forgot to post here days ago when as some of you know I received a Swisschamp in a deal from Aloha, then I put yellow plus scales on it.  Anyway I am not back in the club again and hope I will carry and use it.

Just curious but has there every been a SC 30 day challenge?  If so, can someone shoot me the link as I like to read it.

Thx.

OK.....where do you find yellow "plus" scales?


Sent from 9 miles from the face of the sun

Ahh, more yellow Plus scales!  What do I put them on is the question?  CT41 or Explorer or another SC?  :)
:drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:

You lucky dog you :D

Yes, I think I am!  Really like the yellow!  Here is the Explorer with the new scales, next to the old SC!  Hmm, what's next?  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on October 02, 2015, 11:28:11 PM
I hope you guys find one, it really is (along with the MOP SC) the pinnacle of my collection. Y'all would never regret having one. Cheers!  :cheers:

Congratulations.

The only one that I've seen for sale was a custom and the owner added the stag scales.

Thanks, I really lucked out finding this a couple years ago, It's factory Vic and I picked it up for about $160 IIRC. There are still some floating around on fleaBay, but way newer and way pricey. I think there are still deals to be had, but it takes a lot of patience and a lot of web scouring.  :)

That's half the fun of collecting though, isn't it?  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: toolguy on October 02, 2015, 11:36:12 PM
I hope you guys find one, it really is (along with the MOP SC) the pinnacle of my collection. Y'all would never regret having one. Cheers!  :cheers:

Congratulations.

The only one that I've seen for sale was a custom and the owner added the stag scales.

Thanks, I really lucked out finding this a couple years ago, It's factory Vic and I picked it up for about $160 IIRC. There are still some floating around on fleaBay, but way newer and way pricey. I think there are still deals to be had, but it takes a lot of patience and a lot of web scouring.  :)

That's half the fun of collecting though, isn't it?  :cheers:

I checked ebay and found three for sale.All are located in Japan and are considerably more expensive that what you paid.

Sometimes searching is fun and other times it's boring and tedious but if the search yields results then the time spent was worth it.

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Flint Hills on October 03, 2015, 04:20:24 AM
I forgot to post here days ago when as some of you know I received a Swisschamp in a deal from Aloha, then I put yellow plus scales on it.  Anyway I am not back in the club again and hope I will carry and use it.

Just curious but has there every been a SC 30 day challenge?  If so, can someone shoot me the link as I like to read it.

Thx.

There was the FAT SAK month back in March - anything 5 layers or more: http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,57797.0.html.  I'd be up for a SwissChamp challenge, as long as I can use my XLT too.

We could make it simple, and say seven layers and up. It would be natural to include all SwissChamp varieties, and probably the CT 41 and the Champion too.

I'd be in for this. My Champion should be back from Victorinox in a week or two, should be like new!  I've never regularly carried one that big but I'm going to try it out this fall.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: red_rider_1979 on October 03, 2015, 06:38:03 AM
Hi all. Was going to post this question in the "tools needed" thread until I figured that it might get a faster response here...

As fate would have it, I recently acquired an XAVT and XXLT at reasonable prices. I looked up sakwiki and realised that I'm still short of the XLT and XL and I would have the whole family of swisschamps (not including the many variants of each model of course).

I know the XLT is easily available on ebay. But I couldnt find any XL on ebay. I just want to know how rare is the swisschamp XL and if anyone can point me in the right direction towards one. Any lead is greatly appreciated.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: hiraethus on October 03, 2015, 07:05:34 AM
Zoidberg's selling an XL here:  http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,61490.0.html
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: red_rider_1979 on October 03, 2015, 07:21:21 AM
Zoidberg's selling an XL here:  http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,61490.0.html

Now that was fast... pm sent to zoidberg. Thank you hiraethus
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: hiraethus on October 03, 2015, 07:24:47 AM
Happy to help. :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: windson on October 05, 2015, 02:48:46 PM
My Swiss Champ from 1985 after a visit to the spa! New file, new scissors, new pliers, new plus scales and scale tools. Mag glass and all other tools old, but polished and sharpened.

So happy to have it back!

(http://i.imgur.com/wMpculg.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on October 05, 2015, 04:07:08 PM
My Swiss Champ from 1985 after a visit to the spa! New file, new scissors, new pliers, new plus scales and scale tools. Mag glass and all other tools old, but polished and sharpened.

So happy to have it back!

(http://i.imgur.com/wMpculg.jpg)
How does that work, you just send Vic your old beatup SAK for refurbishment? Was there any charge?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: windson on October 05, 2015, 06:15:55 PM
My Swiss Champ from 1985 after a visit to the spa! New file, new scissors, new pliers, new plus scales and scale tools. Mag glass and all other tools old, but polished and sharpened.

So happy to have it back!

(http://i.imgur.com/wMpculg.jpg)
How does that work, you just send Vic your old beatup SAK for refurbishment? Was there any charge?

I dropped it off at the friendly local Victorinox dealer, but you can just as well send it in yourself. The only charge I paid was for the postage, €7.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ricardomfs on October 05, 2015, 06:16:04 PM
One of my SC, its indeed a good companion like they say:)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Caranthanus on October 05, 2015, 06:24:07 PM
One of my SC, its indeed a good companion like they say:)
Indeed, as they say :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on October 05, 2015, 06:28:19 PM
My Swiss Champ from 1985 after a visit to the spa! New file, new scissors, new pliers, new plus scales and scale tools. Mag glass and all other tools old, but polished and sharpened.

So happy to have it back!

(http://i.imgur.com/wMpculg.jpg)

That is excellent, can we have it done in the U.S.?

Don't have to ship it to swissland do we?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Edward Scissorhands on October 25, 2015, 10:45:00 AM
OK, count me in. Black SwissChamp riding my pocket or belt since 1999, taking over for the Champion I donated to my parents. I'd post a picture, but I think we all know what an SC looks like by now, right?  8)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on October 25, 2015, 10:48:00 AM
OK, count me in. Black SwissChamp riding my pocket or belt since 1999, taking over for the Champion I donated to my parents. I'd post a picture, but I think we all know what an SC looks like by now, right?  8)

yours might be different  :pok:  :facepalm:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: windson on October 25, 2015, 12:43:11 PM
OK, count me in. Black SwissChamp riding my pocket or belt since 1999, taking over for the Champion I donated to my parents. I'd post a picture, but I think we all know what an SC looks like by now, right?  8)

yours might be different  ok:  :facepalm:
Entirely possible that it's different. Let's see... 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Edward Scissorhands on October 25, 2015, 04:09:55 PM
OK, count me in. Black SwissChamp riding my pocket or belt since 1999, taking over for the Champion I donated to my parents. I'd post a picture, but I think we all know what an SC looks like by now, right?  8)

yours might be different  ok:  :facepalm:
Entirely possible that it's different. Let's see... 

Hope springs eternal, I guess. I swear though, besides a missing straight pin and a few scale dings it's exactly as the Swiss made it sixteen years ago. See for yourself:

(http://mto-scblack.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on October 25, 2015, 05:59:48 PM
OK, count me in. Black SwissChamp riding my pocket or belt since 1999, taking over for the Champion I donated to my parents. I'd post a picture, but I think we all know what an SC looks like by now, right?  8)

yours might be different  ok:  :facepalm:
Entirely possible that it's different. Let's see... 

Hope springs eternal, I guess. I swear though, besides a missing straight pin and a few scale dings it's exactly as the Swiss made it sixteen years ago. See for yourself:

(http://mto-scblack.jpg)

 :cheers:  Very nice!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on October 25, 2015, 06:19:52 PM
OK, count me in. Black SwissChamp riding my pocket or belt since 1999, taking over for the Champion I donated to my parents. I'd post a picture, but I think we all know what an SC looks like by now, right?  8)

yours might be different  ok:  :facepalm:
Entirely possible that it's different. Let's see... 

Hope springs eternal, I guess. I swear though, besides a missing straight pin and a few scale dings it's exactly as the Swiss made it sixteen years ago. See for yourself:

(http://mto-scblack.jpg)

 :cheers:  Very nice!!

 :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: windson on October 25, 2015, 06:30:10 PM
OK, count me in. Black SwissChamp riding my pocket or belt since 1999, taking over for the Champion I donated to my parents. I'd post a picture, but I think we all know what an SC looks like by now, right?  8)

yours might be different  ok:  :facepalm:
Entirely possible that it's different. Let's see... 

Hope springs eternal, I guess. I swear though, besides a missing straight pin and a few scale dings it's exactly as the Swiss made it sixteen years ago. See for yourself:

(http://mto-scblack.jpg)
Totally worth it!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Edward Scissorhands on October 25, 2015, 06:51:27 PM
The scale dings I think speak for themselves, but the missing straight pin is interesting. I was a computer admin running the servers for an application at an Army base. Well, the old Y2K bug was bearing down on us, so we brought in consulting programmers from the application's home company in India. The Indian lady, almost straight off the plane on her second day on-site, developed a "wardrobe malfunction" in her saree.

In that whole office, we couldn't find a single safety pin. I remembered the straight pin embedded in my SwissChamp and donated it to the cause, using the pliers to bend it to minimize any poking.  :angel:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on October 25, 2015, 07:10:09 PM
The scale dings I think speak for themselves, but the missing straight pin is interesting. I was a computer admin running the servers for an application at an Army base. Well, the old Y2K bug was bearing down on us, so we brought in consulting programmers from the application's home company in India. The Indian lady, almost straight off the plane on her second day on-site, developed a "wardrobe malfunction" in her saree.

In that whole office, we couldn't find a single safety pin. I remembered the straight pin embedded in my SwissChamp and donated it to the cause, using the pliers to bend it to minimize any poking.  :angel:


That is such a cool story  :salute: i usually just put mine down and forget too pick it up  :facepalm:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Sheradin on November 01, 2015, 03:01:14 AM
I may be joining you fine folks when my 'bay purchase shows up next Saturday. Was listed as a "20 function knife" but has five back side tools, was $42.00 shipped. Brass rivet or screw in the scissors, photos weren't the best. I'll post pics when it arrives.  :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: s1xty7 on November 01, 2015, 04:50:38 AM
Swisschamps are out there. In the last month I've picked up three from the auction site for under $25 each shipped. They're not always labeled and you have to look carefully. All three are older mag glass and one is pre-hook.  Passed on a few others around $30 because I don't really need more. One or two might eventually be transformed into something else.  Almost feel bad taking one apart though because so many people seem to hold them in such high regard.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gene stoner on November 01, 2015, 04:23:19 PM
My $23 Swisschamp. Take the time and look on the bay you can score some great deals but you have to be patient and study the pic and description.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on November 01, 2015, 04:38:31 PM
My $23 Swisschamp. Take the time and look on the bay you can score some great deals but you have to be patient and study the pic and description.
GOOD deal my friend :tu: It looks to be in pretty good shape too.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gene stoner on November 01, 2015, 05:09:57 PM
My $23 Swisschamp. Take the time and look on the bay you can score some great deals but you have to be patient and study the pic and description.
GOOD deal my friend :tu: It looks to be in pretty good shape too.


The only problem with it is a chip in the scales above the pen. When I got it some of the tools looked like they were never used and the blade's looked like they where never sharpened.

The bay has been good to me. Some of my better deals have been $3 Climber and $10 excellent+ pre 85 Craftsman
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: windson on November 01, 2015, 05:19:53 PM
My $23 Swisschamp. Take the time and look on the bay you can score some great deals but you have to be patient and study the pic and description.
GOOD deal my friend :tu: It looks to be in pretty good shape too.


The only problem with it is a chip in the scales above the pen. When I got it some of the tools looked like they were never used and the blade's looked like they where never sharpened.

The bay has been good to me. Some of my better deals have been $3 Climber and $10 excellent+ pre 85 Craftsman
That's one recurring observation with buying used from the bay or elsewhere, most knives and tools are dirty, some are really nasty, but underneath the grime, the majority is only lightly scratched and almost never sharpened after leaving the factory.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Sheradin on November 01, 2015, 06:54:30 PM
Nice scores! Thanks for the tips...  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on November 01, 2015, 07:38:01 PM
My $23 Swisschamp. Take the time and look on the bay you can score some great deals but you have to be patient and study the pic and description.

great score mate  :tu: looks in good condition  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ricardomfs on November 01, 2015, 10:02:12 PM
My two Swiss Champs one with and other without the hook.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on November 03, 2015, 02:40:24 PM
2nd XLT, ok, I might have a problem... :facepalm:

I did get a fair deal on it though! :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 03, 2015, 02:48:04 PM
Nice snag!!!!!! :2tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: zoidberg on November 03, 2015, 02:57:42 PM
Nice snag!!!!!! :2tu:

+1   :tu:   :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ricardomfs on November 03, 2015, 03:14:44 PM
2nd XLT, ok, I might have a problem... :facepalm:

I did get a fair deal on it though! :salute:

I need one, if those are to heavy, I can grab one :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on November 03, 2015, 03:32:18 PM
2nd XLT, ok, I might have a problem... :facepalm:

I did get a fair deal on it though! :salute:

I need one, if those are to heavy, I can grab one :)

Teamwork! Remember, lift with legs, not back. :tu:

Nice snag!!!!!! :2tu:

+1   :tu:   :tu:

Thx SG and Z!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: MadPlumbarian on November 03, 2015, 05:22:40 PM
I guess I didn't post it here, just keeping the family tradition going with champion+'s, here's a pic of all of them and what year they were and are going to be given, yeah ended up with two from that Amazon deal, but that's a whole other story, yet who says dad can't get a little something something? Especially since his has been retired for X amount of years? lol..
JR

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v196/mrssabrina/54656fdfbcf37a13a121b1d248fde3d4_zpsvcy2gv0g.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Sheradin on November 06, 2015, 10:57:47 PM
New to me Swisschamp. Newer model by the magnifier glass? Needed a bit of cleaning, but most of the tools still had a little oil on them. Sheath is not for me, it carries ok in the watch pocket of my jeans. Dangler would be backup plan, certainly not at the bottom of a pocket!   :D 
Oops! Main blade didn't make the first pic. It's there, really!   :facepalm:

(http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/ad56/scout24cpf/IMG_0307.jpg)

(http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/ad56/scout24cpf/IMG_0308.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on November 07, 2015, 01:15:47 AM
I'll take the sheath if you don't want it Sheridan.

Recently picked up a older SC.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Aloha on November 07, 2015, 02:30:05 AM
New to me Swisschamp. Newer model by the magnifier glass? Needed a bit of cleaning, but most of the tools still had a little oil on them. Sheath is not for me, it carries ok in the watch pocket of my jeans. Dangler would be backup plan, certainly not at the bottom of a pocket!   :D 
Oops! Main blade didn't make the first pic. It's there, really!   :facepalm:

(http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/ad56/scout24cpf/IMG_0307.jpg)

(http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/ad56/scout24cpf/IMG_0308.jpg)


Looks great in black.  I think the sheath looks terrific but I actually pocket carry both my SC and Champ. 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: detron on November 07, 2015, 02:47:30 AM
SwissChamp family is growing!

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz255/detronphillips/SAKs/SwissChamp%20Family/20151106_193208.jpg) (http://s833.photobucket.com/user/detronphillips/media/SAKs/SwissChamp%20Family/20151106_193208.jpg.html)

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz255/detronphillips/SAKs/SwissChamp%20Family/20151106_193255.jpg) (http://s833.photobucket.com/user/detronphillips/media/SAKs/SwissChamp%20Family/20151106_193255.jpg.html)

Left to right:

1987-1990 SwissChamp
1992-1998 Super Timer
1997 "100 year" SwissChamp
1998-2004 SwissChamp (I added the Photo Scales)
2012-2015 SwissChamp
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Aloha on November 07, 2015, 02:58:44 AM
 :dd:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Sheradin on November 07, 2015, 03:08:57 AM
Harleyxjguy- Yours if you'd like it. Shoot me a message with your shipping address if you'd like.

Detron- Good grief! Lots of SC love!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: detron on November 07, 2015, 03:11:30 AM
Harleyxjguy- Yours if you'd like it. Shoot me a message with your shipping address if you'd like.

Detron- Good grief! Lots of SC love!

sadly, mine is a small collection.  I am happy with it,  But I think some people have WAY more of these than I have.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 07, 2015, 03:50:24 AM
Nice collection D!!!!!!!  :2tu:

I don't have very many either, compared to my ALOX anyway......maybe I'll dig them out. 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Aloha on November 07, 2015, 04:04:53 AM
Harleyxjguy- Yours if you'd like it. Shoot me a message with your shipping address if you'd like.


 :tu: so much MTO love.  Very generous of you
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on November 07, 2015, 05:18:03 AM
Harleyxjguy- Yours if you'd like it. Shoot me a message with your shipping address if you'd like.


 :tu: so much MTO love.  Very generous of you

Here's to hoping there is a SC in the sheath when it gets here.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: AlephZero on November 07, 2015, 11:38:36 AM
SwissChamp family is growing!

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz255/detronphillips/SAKs/SwissChamp%20Family/20151106_193208.jpg) (http://s833.photobucket.com/user/detronphillips/media/SAKs/SwissChamp%20Family/20151106_193208.jpg.html)

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz255/detronphillips/SAKs/SwissChamp%20Family/20151106_193255.jpg) (http://s833.photobucket.com/user/detronphillips/media/SAKs/SwissChamp%20Family/20151106_193255.jpg.html)

Left to right:

1987-1990 SwissChamp
1992-1998 Super Timer
1997 "100 year" SwissChamp
1998-2004 SwissChamp (I added the Photo Scales)
2012-2015 SwissChamp

Awesome collection there, brother D! :tu:

Though I'm quite happy with my solitary black SwissChamp for now, collecting different models rather than different versions of same model... (because I'm always broke   :whistle:)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: detron on November 07, 2015, 02:35:46 PM
SwissChamp family is growing!

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz255/detronphillips/SAKs/SwissChamp%20Family/20151106_193208.jpg) (http://s833.photobucket.com/user/detronphillips/media/SAKs/SwissChamp%20Family/20151106_193208.jpg.html)

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz255/detronphillips/SAKs/SwissChamp%20Family/20151106_193255.jpg) (http://s833.photobucket.com/user/detronphillips/media/SAKs/SwissChamp%20Family/20151106_193255.jpg.html)

Left to right:

1987-1990 SwissChamp
1992-1998 Super Timer
1997 "100 year" SwissChamp
1998-2004 SwissChamp (I added the Photo Scales)
2012-2015 SwissChamp

Awesome collection there, brother D! :tu:

Though I'm quite happy with my solitary black SwissChamp for now, collecting different models rather than different versions of same model... (because I'm always broke   :whistle:)

I tend to be broke mostly too, but some of the models cost more than SwissChamps,  I buy when the price is right. and this is after 2 and a half years,  so I cannot complain
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 07, 2015, 06:02:07 PM
My 7 plus the XLT....with some Champions scattered in the background. Lousy pic, sorry.

The one above and right of the XLT is an early corkscrew side keyring version from '86 or so (I looked it up but have forgotten now).  :facepalm:

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Super%20Champs_zpstj8ayoac.jpg)

 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: windson on November 07, 2015, 07:47:33 PM
My 7 plus the XLT....with some Champions scattered in the background. Lousy pic, sorry.

The one above and right of the XLT is an early corkscrew side keyring version from '86 or so (I looked it up but have forgotten now).  :facepalm:

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Super%20Champs_zpstj8ayoac.jpg)
Oh... I didn't know about the corkscrew-side keyring being changed. I only have this one (1985):

(http://i.imgur.com/VQphjHc.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on November 07, 2015, 08:16:44 PM
My 7 plus the XLT....with some Champions scattered in the background. Lousy pic, sorry.

The one above and right of the XLT is an early corkscrew side keyring version from '86 or so (I looked it up but have forgotten now).  :facepalm:

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Super%20Champs_zpstj8ayoac.jpg)

Looks like I will have to enter into negotiations with the grandkids again.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 07, 2015, 08:50:06 PM
One ref...I'm sure this is familiar to some of you....my dates are way off I think.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: s1xty7 on November 07, 2015, 09:04:03 PM
So I have one with the hook, plain corkscrew, and the keyring on the corkscrew side.  Where does that fit in?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: windson on November 07, 2015, 09:04:24 PM
One ref...I'm sure this is familiar to some of you....my dates are way off I think.
Ty. Good to know.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 07, 2015, 09:30:19 PM
Another great Ref on SC's!!!

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CB0QFjAAahUKEwjG_92Sk__IAhXKmYgKHfYqAXc&url=http%3A%2F%2Fe-webtechnologies.com%2Fsak%2FVictorinox_Evolution_of_the_Swiss_Champ.pdf&usg=AFQjCNF-EGLNI4IOSPLuzSWDhd3LScbIKg
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on November 07, 2015, 09:37:13 PM
My 7 plus the XLT....with some Champions scattered in the background. Lousy pic, sorry.

The one above and right of the XLT is an early corkscrew side keyring version from '86 or so (I looked it up but have forgotten now).  :facepalm:

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Super%20Champs_zpstj8ayoac.jpg)

 :drool: love the different scales  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 07, 2015, 10:02:49 PM
My 7 plus the XLT....with some Champions scattered in the background. Lousy pic, sorry.

The one above and right of the XLT is an early corkscrew side keyring version from '86 or so (I looked it up but have forgotten now).  :facepalm:

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Super%20Champs_zpstj8ayoac.jpg)

 :drool: love the different scales  :salute:

Thank you Zed!!!  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Sheradin on November 07, 2015, 10:17:19 PM
Harleyxyguy- Lol, no SC in the sheath until you put one there...  :)  On it's way Monday.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on November 07, 2015, 11:11:09 PM
My 7 plus the XLT....with some Champions scattered in the background. Lousy pic, sorry.

The one above and right of the XLT is an early corkscrew side keyring version from '86 or so (I looked it up but have forgotten now).  :facepalm:

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Super%20Champs_zpstj8ayoac.jpg)
Oh... I didn't know about the corkscrew-side keyring being changed. I only have this one (1985):

(http://i.imgur.com/VQphjHc.jpg)

I just realized that one I have is just like this one, with the lanyard ring on the cork screw side!  Very cool and never noticed it, even when I put the yellow plus scales on it it didnt stand out to me!  :)

Not sure what the exact year would be though!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: detron on November 07, 2015, 11:28:29 PM
My 7 plus the XLT....with some Champions scattered in the background. Lousy pic, sorry.

The one above and right of the XLT is an early corkscrew side keyring version from '86 or so (I looked it up but have forgotten now).  :facepalm:

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Super%20Champs_zpstj8ayoac.jpg)
Oh... I didn't know about the corkscrew-side keyring being changed. I only have this one (1985):

(http://i.imgur.com/VQphjHc.jpg)

I just realized that one I have is just like this one, with the lanyard ring on the cork screw side!  Very cool and never noticed it, even when I put the yellow plus scales on it it didnt stand out to me!  :)

Not sure what the exact year would be though!

this would be a 1986 SwissChamp.  that thin plier went away after roughly one year
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on November 07, 2015, 11:45:19 PM
My 7 plus the XLT....with some Champions scattered in the background. Lousy pic, sorry.

The one above and right of the XLT is an early corkscrew side keyring version from '86 or so (I looked it up but have forgotten now).  :facepalm:

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Super%20Champs_zpstj8ayoac.jpg)
Oh... I didn't know about the corkscrew-side keyring being changed. I only have this one (1985):

(http://i.imgur.com/VQphjHc.jpg)

I just realized that one I have is just like this one, with the lanyard ring on the cork screw side!  Very cool and never noticed it, even when I put the yellow plus scales on it it didnt stand out to me!  :)

Not sure what the exact year would be though!

this would be a 1986 SwissChamp.  that thin plier went away after roughly one year

Thanks for the info.  Detron!  Now I know I can't use it!  I guess I have a collectible!

I can't believe I didn't notice when I swapped scales!  LOL
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 08, 2015, 12:22:13 AM
Looking at the 2nd ref source, I have (1) Variation 2, (1) 3 and (5) 4's


My 7 plus the XLT....with some Champions scattered in the background. Lousy pic, sorry.

The one above and right of the XLT is an early corkscrew side keyring version from '86 or so (I looked it up but have forgotten now).  :facepalm:

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Super%20Champs_zpstj8ayoac.jpg)
Oh... I didn't know about the corkscrew-side keyring being changed. I only have this one (1985):

(http://i.imgur.com/VQphjHc.jpg)

Windson, that looks like a Variation 2 (88-91) I have one just like it. It needs the thin 2.5 mm pliers to be the first version (like Sir Mikes above) .
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 08, 2015, 12:26:00 AM
My 7 plus the XLT....with some Champions scattered in the background. Lousy pic, sorry.

The one above and right of the XLT is an early corkscrew side keyring version from '86 or so (I looked it up but have forgotten now).  :facepalm:

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Super%20Champs_zpstj8ayoac.jpg)
Oh... I didn't know about the corkscrew-side keyring being changed. I only have this one (1985):

(http://i.imgur.com/VQphjHc.jpg)

I just realized that one I have is just like this one, with the lanyard ring on the cork screw side!  Very cool and never noticed it, even when I put the yellow plus scales on it it didnt stand out to me!  :)

Not sure what the exact year would be though!

this would be a 1986 SwissChamp.  that thin plier went away after roughly one year

Thanks for the info.  Detron!  Now I know I can't use it!  I guess I have a collectible!

I can't believe I didn't notice when I swapped scales!  LOL

Wish it still had the orig scales.    If I had only gotten around to posting all this info sooner..... :(
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on November 08, 2015, 02:06:11 AM
Harleyxyguy- Lol, no SC in the sheath until you put one there...  :)  On it's way Monday.

Awesome thanks.

Will put it to good use for sure.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on November 08, 2015, 02:26:36 AM
My 7 plus the XLT....with some Champions scattered in the background. Lousy pic, sorry.

The one above and right of the XLT is an early corkscrew side keyring version from '86 or so (I looked it up but have forgotten now).  :facepalm:

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Super%20Champs_zpstj8ayoac.jpg)
Oh... I didn't know about the corkscrew-side keyring being changed. I only have this one (1985):

(http://i.imgur.com/VQphjHc.jpg)

I just realized that one I have is just like this one, with the lanyard ring on the cork screw side!  Very cool and never noticed it, even when I put the yellow plus scales on it it didnt stand out to me!  :)

Not sure what the exact year would be though!

this would be a 1986 SwissChamp.  that thin plier went away after roughly one year

Thanks for the info.  Detron!  Now I know I can't use it!  I guess I have a collectible!

I can't believe I didn't notice when I swapped scales!  LOL

Wish it still had the orig scales.    If I had only gotten around to posting all this info sooner..... :(

I still have the original scales and will probably put them back on since I won't be using it.  The original scales are plus scales without the straight pin hole.  :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 08, 2015, 02:29:26 AM
My 7 plus the XLT....with some Champions scattered in the background. Lousy pic, sorry.

The one above and right of the XLT is an early corkscrew side keyring version from '86 or so (I looked it up but have forgotten now).  :facepalm:

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Super%20Champs_zpstj8ayoac.jpg)
Oh... I didn't know about the corkscrew-side keyring being changed. I only have this one (1985):

(http://i.imgur.com/VQphjHc.jpg)

I just realized that one I have is just like this one, with the lanyard ring on the cork screw side!  Very cool and never noticed it, even when I put the yellow plus scales on it it didnt stand out to me!  :)

Not sure what the exact year would be though!

this would be a 1986 SwissChamp.  that thin plier went away after roughly one year

Thanks for the info.  Detron!  Now I know I can't use it!  I guess I have a collectible!

I can't believe I didn't notice when I swapped scales!  LOL

Wish it still had the orig scales.    If I had only gotten around to posting all this info sooner..... :(

I still have the original scales and will probably put them back on since I won't be using it.  The original scales are plus scales without the straight pin hole.  :)

Great news!!!!!!   :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on November 08, 2015, 02:34:39 AM
My 7 plus the XLT....with some Champions scattered in the background. Lousy pic, sorry.

The one above and right of the XLT is an early corkscrew side keyring version from '86 or so (I looked it up but have forgotten now).  :facepalm:

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Super%20Champs_zpstj8ayoac.jpg)
Oh... I didn't know about the corkscrew-side keyring being changed. I only have this one (1985):

(http://i.imgur.com/VQphjHc.jpg)

I just realized that one I have is just like this one, with the lanyard ring on the cork screw side!  Very cool and never noticed it, even when I put the yellow plus scales on it it didnt stand out to me!  :)

Not sure what the exact year would be though!

this would be a 1986 SwissChamp.  that thin plier went away after roughly one year

Thanks for the info.  Detron!  Now I know I can't use it!  I guess I have a collectible!

I can't believe I didn't notice when I swapped scales!  LOL

Wish it still had the orig scales.    If I had only gotten around to posting all this info sooner..... :(

I still have the original scales and will probably put them back on since I won't be using it.  The original scales are plus scales without the straight pin hole.  :)

Great news!!!!!!   :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:

Here it is in its original form!  :)

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 08, 2015, 02:41:46 AM
 :cheers:  Very nice!!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: AimlessWanderer on November 08, 2015, 02:43:29 AM
USE IT!!!!  :pok:

 :D

I have a Ye Olde Original Outdoorsman which I use and carry, and it's one of my favourite SAKs to carry. I haven't replaced the scales on it yet, but I have a pair of plus scales tucked away in case these get damaged. Then again, I also use and carry a 25th Anniversary Wave, Sideclip, and a few other tools which people would consider collectible  :D
 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on November 08, 2015, 02:57:02 AM
USE IT!!!!  :pok:

 :D

I have a Ye Olde Original Outdoorsman which I use and carry, and it's one of my favourite SAKs to carry. I haven't replaced the scales on it yet, but I have a pair of plus scales tucked away in case these get damaged. Then again, I also use and carry a 25th Anniversary Wave, Sideclip, and a few other tools which people would consider collectible  :D

I probably should as I am not a collector but since I do have another Swisschamp, I will keep this one tucked away for awhile but may take it out on special occasions!  :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: windson on November 08, 2015, 08:54:01 AM


Looking at the 2nd ref source, I have (1) Variation 2, (1) 3 and (5) 4's


My 7 plus the XLT....with some Champions scattered in the background. Lousy pic, sorry.

The one above and right of the XLT is an early corkscrew side keyring version from '86 or so (I looked it up but have forgotten now).  :facepalm:

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Super%20Champs_zpstj8ayoac.jpg)
Oh... I didn't know about the corkscrew-side keyring being changed. I only have this one (1985):

(http://i.imgur.com/VQphjHc.jpg)

Windson, that looks like a Variation 2 (88-91) I have one just like it. It needs the thin 2.5 mm pliers to be the first version (like Sir Mikes above) .

No. It's my original from 1985 that I sent in for refurbishment. It had the narrow, no-crimper pliers, but came back with the latest. I documented the changes in a thread here a couple weeks ago. The configuration it has now, with new pliers and metal file and old mag glass, ring attachment, etc is an impossible one.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on November 08, 2015, 10:06:56 AM
I must add a pic of my champion on here asap  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: s1xty7 on November 08, 2015, 10:54:41 AM
No. It's my original from 1985 that I sent in for refurbishment. It had the narrow, no-crimper pliers, but came back with the latest. I documented the changes in a thread here a couple weeks ago. The configuration it has now, with new pliers and metal file and old mag glass, ring attachment, etc is an impossible one.

I have one in the exact same configuration.  Maybe, at some point, mine was returned too or there was a transition period?  Rivet on the scissors too.  It's actually one I'm about to ship to Canada.

Also, this one has a hook.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: windson on November 08, 2015, 01:41:16 PM
Reference picture album between beat up and refurbished: http://m.imgur.com/a/86Zbk
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 08, 2015, 02:51:29 PM


Looking at the 2nd ref source, I have (1) Variation 2, (1) 3 and (5) 4's


My 7 plus the XLT....with some Champions scattered in the background. Lousy pic, sorry.

The one above and right of the XLT is an early corkscrew side keyring version from '86 or so (I looked it up but have forgotten now).  :facepalm:

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Super%20Champs_zpstj8ayoac.jpg)
Oh... I didn't know about the corkscrew-side keyring being changed. I only have this one (1985):

(http://i.imgur.com/VQphjHc.jpg)

Windson, that looks like a Variation 2 (88-91) I have one just like it. It needs the thin 2.5 mm pliers to be the first version (like Sir Mikes above) .

No. It's my original from 1985 that I sent in for refurbishment. It had the narrow, no-crimper pliers, but came back with the latest. I documented the changes in a thread here a couple weeks ago. The configuration it has now, with new pliers and metal file and old mag glass, ring attachment, etc is an impossible one.

Sorry, I guess I missed (or forgot about) that thread...was just going by the pic you posted there. Thanks for the new info...it explains a lot.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: windson on November 08, 2015, 05:21:47 PM


Looking at the 2nd ref source, I have (1) Variation 2, (1) 3 and (5) 4's


My 7 plus the XLT....with some Champions scattered in the background. Lousy pic, sorry.

The one above and right of the XLT is an early corkscrew side keyring version from '86 or so (I looked it up but have forgotten now).  :facepalm:

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Super%20Champs_zpstj8ayoac.jpg)
Oh... I didn't know about the corkscrew-side keyring being changed. I only have this one (1985):

(http://i.imgur.com/VQphjHc.jpg)

Windson, that looks like a Variation 2 (88-91) I have one just like it. It needs the thin 2.5 mm pliers to be the first version (like Sir Mikes above) .

No. It's my original from 1985 that I sent in for refurbishment. It had the narrow, no-crimper pliers, but came back with the latest. I documented the changes in a thread here a couple weeks ago. The configuration it has now, with new pliers and metal file and old mag glass, ring attachment, etc is an impossible one.

Sorry, I guess I missed (or forgot about) that thread...was just going by the pic you posted there. Thanks for the new info...it explains a lot.
I wonder in what impossible configuration my  Champion is going to come back from the spa.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on November 08, 2015, 06:51:38 PM
Champion next too my sc and a few friends  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 08, 2015, 07:22:15 PM
Looking good Zed!!! :2tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on November 08, 2015, 08:16:41 PM
Looking good Zed!!! :2tu:

Cheers mate  :cheers: its funny but anything thinner than say a explorer feels insufficient for me these days  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on November 12, 2015, 12:27:39 AM
Okay I restored the old SC to its original red scales to keep it original since it has the thin pliers and I put the yellow plus scales onto another SC.  I think it looks good!  :)

It is pictured next to the yellow Explorer and the yellow SC.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on November 12, 2015, 09:23:38 AM
Very nice Mike  :salute: nice too keep things original  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 12, 2015, 02:37:46 PM
Okay I restored the old SC to its original red scales to keep it original since it has the thin pliers and I put the yellow plus scales onto another SC.  I think it looks good!  :)

It is pictured next to the yellow Explorer and the yellow SC.

"It's the smart move...."
(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/d2/3c/11/d23c111046103437a0c02a02629b7929.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zephon on November 13, 2015, 06:15:55 AM
Looking forward to join the club soon with this guy -- I'm hoping to the close the deal this Monday.  It's used and the scales show it, but it's being offered at the price of an Explorer in retail.  Given that there aren't too many sellers willing to lower their prices as such, I'm hoping I'll be getting a good deal.

Can't wait to wash it all up, change the pen (stated as not working) and give it a WD40 bath.

More than the black scales, it's the magnifying glass that caught my attention.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 13, 2015, 06:20:25 AM
That's a very nice one Zeph congrats!!!!!! :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zephon on November 13, 2015, 09:11:12 AM
That's a very nice one Zeph congrats!!!!!! :cheers:

Thanks! 

Btw, based on the seller's picture, is it a "1991" era SAK? No crimper and key ring on corkscrew side?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 13, 2015, 03:42:01 PM
That's a very nice one Zeph congrats!!!!!! :cheers:

Thanks! 

Btw, based on the seller's picture, is it a "1991" era SAK? No crimper and key ring on corkscrew side?

Looks like it falls right into that time!!!!  Nice snag!!! :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on November 13, 2015, 07:24:01 PM
My fingers are crossed zephon  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zephon on November 17, 2015, 08:38:27 AM
Time to join the club!

It's my first Swisschamp -- not exactly brand new from the store, instead I decided to try something different.

I'll be replacing the pen, tweezers, toothpick and eye-glass driver.  I'm also going to give it a major scrub down and a WD40 bath.  There's not really I can do with the yellowing plastic of the magnifying glass.  I do plan to give it a rub-down to try to "hide" some of the dings and scratches.  Sure, it's gonna remove the bling but it'll hide the scratches nicely.

I have to admit that it's not too bad for pocket carry when in jeans.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on November 17, 2015, 01:28:13 PM
Very nice zephon   :salute: try it on a dangler suspension clip, works well dangling in you front jean pocket plus keeps it away from loose change,i carry all my larger sak's this way  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on November 17, 2015, 01:39:31 PM
That's a very nice one Zeph congrats!!!!!! :cheers:

Thanks! 

Btw, based on the seller's picture, is it a "1991" era SAK? No crimper and key ring on corkscrew side?

It looks like '85-'86 to me, narrow pliers, no pin. Welcome to the SC owners!

 :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 17, 2015, 03:03:04 PM
That's a very nice one Zeph congrats!!!!!! :cheers:

Thanks! 

Btw, based on the seller's picture, is it a "1991" era SAK? No crimper and key ring on corkscrew side?

It looks like '85-'86 to me, narrow pliers, no pin. Welcome to the SC owners!

 :cheers:

+1!! The latest pics confirm your ID!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on November 17, 2015, 04:46:32 PM
That's a very nice one Zeph congrats!!!!!! :cheers:

Thanks! 

Btw, based on the seller's picture, is it a "1991" era SAK? No crimper and key ring on corkscrew side?

It looks like '85-'86 to me, narrow pliers, no pin. Welcome to the SC owners!

 :cheers:

+1!! The latest pics confirm your ID!!

Just a guesstimate SG, I wish JB would finish that book so I can have a proper reference!  :)

 :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on November 17, 2015, 07:29:52 PM
That's a very nice one Zeph congrats!!!!!! :cheers:

Thanks! 

Btw, based on the seller's picture, is it a "1991" era SAK? No crimper and key ring on corkscrew side?

It looks like '85-'86 to me, narrow pliers, no pin. Welcome to the SC owners!

 :cheers:

what year did the black scales come out  :think:  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on November 17, 2015, 08:08:01 PM
A good question and according to this >> http://www.e-webtechnologies.com/sak/Victorinox_Evolution_of_the_Swiss_Champ.pdf the black scales came out in '87, and the 3mm pliers in '88, so that makes it a solid '87ish model. Good work Z!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on November 17, 2015, 09:01:09 PM
I am guessing that this one was made somewhere between 1988 and 1991 based on the angled plier's joint and keyring on corkscrew side!

Please correct  me if I am wrong!  :)

Thx.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on November 18, 2015, 09:33:57 PM
A good question and according to this >> http://www.e-webtechnologies.com/sak/Victorinox_Evolution_of_the_Swiss_Champ.pdf the black scales came out in '87, and the 3mm pliers in '88, so that makes it a solid '87ish model. Good work Z!  :cheers:

 :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on November 19, 2015, 08:03:08 PM
Here is a new/unused SOS kit that I have never seen before as it has tuck in side flaps that pass thru a belt loop deal.  It also included the unused SC pictured and based on my other SC with thin plier's that I was told was around the 1986 era that the SOS kit is too.  It has a model number stamped on the box that says "1.8810".

So was the kit made around the same time as the SC, in 1986?

Thx.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on November 19, 2015, 09:26:41 PM
Starting to feel that the SC has spoiled me.

Really no need for any other SAKs since the SC has everything I need covered.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on November 19, 2015, 09:33:59 PM
Starting to feel that the SC has spoiled me.

Really no need for any other SAKs since the SC has everything I need covered.

+1 on that!  Not sure why I have four of them now but I will say that the other three are older ones!  I guess that can justify it!  LOL
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: derekmac on November 19, 2015, 10:03:30 PM
Guess who the newest member of the Swisschamp owners club is?

No, not him! :twak:

ME!!  :woohoo:

A HUGE thanks to s1xty7 who was so very, very kind to send me one that he had.  I was going to put my TTi up for trade, but he wouldn't let that happen.  Thank you my friend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I've only snapped a few pics so far, but here they are.

I had to use my Pioneer to open the pack up.

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/0ADDAA05-6AF6-4ED4-AD71-931D689B0B9D.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/0ADDAA05-6AF6-4ED4-AD71-931D689B0B9D.jpg.html)

Almost there.   :gimme:

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/C44F3DD6-074B-46E8-A8F6-8117E165BB8D.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/C44F3DD6-074B-46E8-A8F6-8117E165BB8D.jpg.html)

Black beauty, my new precious!!

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/731DDBE8-FBD5-4446-852B-713EB84380DD.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/731DDBE8-FBD5-4446-852B-713EB84380DD.jpg.html)

I quickly snatched the lanyard off the Pioneer, and put it on the SC. :dd:

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/7447C003-4AA2-4F52-AA3E-5F11CB370B0D.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/7447C003-4AA2-4F52-AA3E-5F11CB370B0D.jpg.html)

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/981F8B30-32EC-48ED-9CD2-1F8C7BBE43E6.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/981F8B30-32EC-48ED-9CD2-1F8C7BBE43E6.jpg.html)

I can honestly say that I kicked myself for not looking for one of these years ago!  Man, what a SAK!!  I was worried about the size (that's what she said), but even though it is thick, it isn't uncomfortable in the hand.

Seeing pics here, and reading about them, and all the implements they have makes it sound like a cool SAK, but until you actually get one in hand, it's just WOW.  There's so much awesome packed into this thing!!!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on November 19, 2015, 10:17:19 PM
Guess who the newest member of the Swisschamp owners club is?

No, not him! :twak:

ME!!  :woohoo:

A HUGE thanks to s1xty7 who was so very, very kind to send me one that he had.  I was going to put my TTi up for trade, but he wouldn't let that happen.  Thank you my friend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I've only snapped a few pics so far, but here they are.

I had to use my Pioneer to open the pack up.

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/0ADDAA05-6AF6-4ED4-AD71-931D689B0B9D.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/0ADDAA05-6AF6-4ED4-AD71-931D689B0B9D.jpg.html)

Almost there.   :gimme:

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/C44F3DD6-074B-46E8-A8F6-8117E165BB8D.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/C44F3DD6-074B-46E8-A8F6-8117E165BB8D.jpg.html)

Black beauty, my new precious!!

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/731DDBE8-FBD5-4446-852B-713EB84380DD.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/731DDBE8-FBD5-4446-852B-713EB84380DD.jpg.html)

I quickly snatched the lanyard off the Pioneer, and put it on the SC. :dd:

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/7447C003-4AA2-4F52-AA3E-5F11CB370B0D.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/7447C003-4AA2-4F52-AA3E-5F11CB370B0D.jpg.html)

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/981F8B30-32EC-48ED-9CD2-1F8C7BBE43E6.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/981F8B30-32EC-48ED-9CD2-1F8C7BBE43E6.jpg.html)

I can honestly say that I kicked myself for not looking for one of these years ago!  Man, what a SAK!!  I was worried about the size (that's what she said), but even though it is thick, it isn't uncomfortable in the hand.

Seeing pics here, and reading about them, and all the implements they have makes it sound like a cool SAK, but until you actually get one in hand, it's just WOW.  There's so much awesome packed into this thing!!!!

Nice one there!  I like to carry mine on a P-7 clip hanging in front pocket.  Works great that way!  :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: s1xty7 on November 19, 2015, 10:38:19 PM
Glad you like it, Derek!  As an owner of a TTi and a SwissChamp, I enjoy them both.  They both serve different functions to me and I don't think one can really replace the other.

Great to hear it made it safe and enjoy!  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 19, 2015, 10:56:24 PM
Congrats D-Mac!!!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: campussecurity on November 19, 2015, 11:05:00 PM
My Swisschamp needs more pocket time. :tu:

I received a Craftsman awhile back and it had everything I would want on a SAK. But I need to EDC my other SAK's again soon.

My Farmer and Climber do live in my EDC bag though.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: BASguy on November 20, 2015, 03:30:33 AM

Guess who the newest member of the Swisschamp owners club is?

No, not him! :twak:

ME!!  :woohoo:

A HUGE thanks to s1xty7 who was so very, very kind to send me one that he had.  I was going to put my TTi up for trade, but he wouldn't let that happen.  Thank you my friend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I've only snapped a few pics so far, but here they are.

I had to use my Pioneer to open the pack up.

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/0ADDAA05-6AF6-4ED4-AD71-931D689B0B9D.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/0ADDAA05-6AF6-4ED4-AD71-931D689B0B9D.jpg.html)

Almost there.   :gimme:

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/C44F3DD6-074B-46E8-A8F6-8117E165BB8D.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/C44F3DD6-074B-46E8-A8F6-8117E165BB8D.jpg.html)

Black beauty, my new precious!!

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/731DDBE8-FBD5-4446-852B-713EB84380DD.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/731DDBE8-FBD5-4446-852B-713EB84380DD.jpg.html)

I quickly snatched the lanyard off the Pioneer, and put it on the SC. :dd:

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/7447C003-4AA2-4F52-AA3E-5F11CB370B0D.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/7447C003-4AA2-4F52-AA3E-5F11CB370B0D.jpg.html)

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/981F8B30-32EC-48ED-9CD2-1F8C7BBE43E6.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/981F8B30-32EC-48ED-9CD2-1F8C7BBE43E6.jpg.html)

I can honestly say that I kicked myself for not looking for one of these years ago!  Man, what a SAK!!  I was worried about the size (that's what she said), but even though it is thick, it isn't uncomfortable in the hand.

Seeing pics here, and reading about them, and all the implements they have makes it sound like a cool SAK, but until you actually get one in hand, it's just WOW.  There's so much awesome packed into this thing!!!!

So just out of curiosity....do you like your new SAK?


Sent from 9 miles from the face of the sun
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on November 20, 2015, 04:10:26 AM

Guess who the newest member of the Swisschamp owners club is?

No, not him! :twak:

ME!!  :woohoo:

A HUGE thanks to s1xty7 who was so very, very kind to send me one that he had.  I was going to put my TTi up for trade, but he wouldn't let that happen.  Thank you my friend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I've only snapped a few pics so far, but here they are.

I had to use my Pioneer to open the pack up.

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/0ADDAA05-6AF6-4ED4-AD71-931D689B0B9D.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/0ADDAA05-6AF6-4ED4-AD71-931D689B0B9D.jpg.html)

Almost there.   :gimme:

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/C44F3DD6-074B-46E8-A8F6-8117E165BB8D.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/C44F3DD6-074B-46E8-A8F6-8117E165BB8D.jpg.html)

Black beauty, my new precious!!

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/731DDBE8-FBD5-4446-852B-713EB84380DD.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/731DDBE8-FBD5-4446-852B-713EB84380DD.jpg.html)

I quickly snatched the lanyard off the Pioneer, and put it on the SC. :dd:

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/7447C003-4AA2-4F52-AA3E-5F11CB370B0D.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/7447C003-4AA2-4F52-AA3E-5F11CB370B0D.jpg.html)

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/981F8B30-32EC-48ED-9CD2-1F8C7BBE43E6.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/981F8B30-32EC-48ED-9CD2-1F8C7BBE43E6.jpg.html)

I can honestly say that I kicked myself for not looking for one of these years ago!  Man, what a SAK!!  I was worried about the size (that's what she said), but even though it is thick, it isn't uncomfortable in the hand.

Seeing pics here, and reading about them, and all the implements they have makes it sound like a cool SAK, but until you actually get one in hand, it's just WOW.  There's so much awesome packed into this thing!!!!

So just out of curiosity....do you like your new SAK?


Sent from 9 miles from the face of the sun

He is not very clear, on that we can all agree.
Title: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: BASguy on November 20, 2015, 04:40:21 AM

Guess who the newest member of the Swisschamp owners club is?

No, not him! :twak:

ME!!  :woohoo:

A HUGE thanks to s1xty7 who was so very, very kind to send me one that he had.  I was going to put my TTi up for trade, but he wouldn't let that happen.  Thank you my friend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I've only snapped a few pics so far, but here they are.

I had to use my Pioneer to open the pack up.

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/0ADDAA05-6AF6-4ED4-AD71-931D689B0B9D.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/0ADDAA05-6AF6-4ED4-AD71-931D689B0B9D.jpg.html)

Almost there.   :gimme:

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/C44F3DD6-074B-46E8-A8F6-8117E165BB8D.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/C44F3DD6-074B-46E8-A8F6-8117E165BB8D.jpg.html)

Black beauty, my new precious!!

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/731DDBE8-FBD5-4446-852B-713EB84380DD.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/731DDBE8-FBD5-4446-852B-713EB84380DD.jpg.html)

I quickly snatched the lanyard off the Pioneer, and put it on the SC. :dd:

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/7447C003-4AA2-4F52-AA3E-5F11CB370B0D.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/7447C003-4AA2-4F52-AA3E-5F11CB370B0D.jpg.html)

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/981F8B30-32EC-48ED-9CD2-1F8C7BBE43E6.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/981F8B30-32EC-48ED-9CD2-1F8C7BBE43E6.jpg.html)

I can honestly say that I kicked myself for not looking for one of these years ago!  Man, what a SAK!!  I was worried about the size (that's what she said), but even though it is thick, it isn't uncomfortable in the hand.

Seeing pics here, and reading about them, and all the implements they have makes it sound like a cool SAK, but until you actually get one in hand, it's just WOW.  There's so much awesome packed into this thing!!!!

So just out of curiosity....do you like your new SAK?


Sent from 9 miles from the face of the sun

He is not very clear, on that we can all agree.




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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: derekmac on November 20, 2015, 11:43:09 AM


Guess who the newest member of the Swisschamp owners club is?

No, not him! :twak:

ME!!  :woohoo:

A HUGE thanks to s1xty7 who was so very, very kind to send me one that he had.  I was going to put my TTi up for trade, but he wouldn't let that happen.  Thank you my friend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I've only snapped a few pics so far, but here they are.

I had to use my Pioneer to open the pack up.

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/0ADDAA05-6AF6-4ED4-AD71-931D689B0B9D.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/0ADDAA05-6AF6-4ED4-AD71-931D689B0B9D.jpg.html)

Almost there.   :gimme:

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/C44F3DD6-074B-46E8-A8F6-8117E165BB8D.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/C44F3DD6-074B-46E8-A8F6-8117E165BB8D.jpg.html)

Black beauty, my new precious!!

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/731DDBE8-FBD5-4446-852B-713EB84380DD.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/731DDBE8-FBD5-4446-852B-713EB84380DD.jpg.html)

I quickly snatched the lanyard off the Pioneer, and put it on the SC. :dd:

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/7447C003-4AA2-4F52-AA3E-5F11CB370B0D.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/7447C003-4AA2-4F52-AA3E-5F11CB370B0D.jpg.html)

(http://i1077.photobucket.com/albums/w472/derekmachfx/Knives/981F8B30-32EC-48ED-9CD2-1F8C7BBE43E6.jpg) (http://s1077.photobucket.com/user/derekmachfx/media/Knives/981F8B30-32EC-48ED-9CD2-1F8C7BBE43E6.jpg.html)

I can honestly say that I kicked myself for not looking for one of these years ago!  Man, what a SAK!!  I was worried about the size (that's what she said), but even though it is thick, it isn't uncomfortable in the hand.

Seeing pics here, and reading about them, and all the implements they have makes it sound like a cool SAK, but until you actually get one in hand, it's just WOW.  There's so much awesome packed into this thing!!!!

So just out of curiosity....do you like your new SAK?


Sent from 9 miles from the face of the sun

He is not very clear, on that we can all agree.




Sent from 9 miles from the face of the sun
Ok, I know I might not have conveyed my thoughts very well. :facepalm: But I LOVE this thing. :tu:

LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!!

:rofl:


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: derekmac on November 20, 2015, 01:42:58 PM
Swisschamp and Air Force 2.


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Huntsman on November 20, 2015, 03:07:05 PM
I guess this puts me in the club?? ??? !!

http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,63208.0.html
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: detron on November 22, 2015, 06:21:32 AM
anyone else got a 100 year SwissChamp?  the ones with the 1987-1997 scales?

I ask because I have one, and noticed the pliers have the Crimper.  mine is a high number (28230).

was wondering how many of the others have this plier crimper, or if some do not have it.  Since the crimper was added in 1998 (as far as I know), this would to me indicate that this SAK was made in 1998, not 1997, as the scales would indicate.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on November 22, 2015, 11:25:05 AM
anyone else got a 100 year SwissChamp?  the ones with the 1987-1997 scales?

I ask because I have one, and noticed the pliers have the Crimper.  mine is a high number (28230).

was wondering how many of the others have this plier crimper, or if some do not have it.  Since the crimper was added in 1998 (as far as I know), this would to me indicate that this SAK was made in 1998, not 1997, as the scales would indicate.



pics  :pok:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on November 22, 2015, 01:48:02 PM
anyone else got a 100 year SwissChamp?  the ones with the 1987-1997 scales?

I ask because I have one, and noticed the pliers have the Crimper.  mine is a high number (28230).

was wondering how many of the others have this plier crimper, or if some do not have it.  Since the crimper was added in 1998 (as far as I know), this would to me indicate that this SAK was made in 1998, not 1997, as the scales would indicate.

Mine is #03190, with crimper. It looks to me like Vic does this with the collector models a lot, either introducing or discontinuing tools with a run of special models. It's a '97, but the crimper probably only appeared on this model until the old stock was gone, which is why the crimper is considered to have been introduced in '98. The '91 Anniversary Climber is a '91, but no hook and the hook appeared in '91. The '91 Oath of Rutli has '85-'86 pliers and grooved corkscrew which were both considered discontinued.  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 22, 2015, 03:18:29 PM
anyone else got a 100 year SwissChamp?  the ones with the 1987-1997 scales?

I ask because I have one, and noticed the pliers have the Crimper.  mine is a high number (28230).

was wondering how many of the others have this plier crimper, or if some do not have it.  Since the crimper was added in 1998 (as far as I know), this would to me indicate that this SAK was made in 1998, not 1997, as the scales would indicate.

Mine is #03190, with crimper. It looks to me like Vic does this with the collector models a lot, either introducing or discontinuing tools with a run of special models. It's a '97, but the crimper probably only appeared on this model until the old stock was gone, which is why the crimper is considered to have been introduced in '98. The '91 Anniversary Climber is a '91, but no hook and the hook appeared in '91. The '91 Oath of Rutli has '85-'86 pliers and grooved corkscrew which were both considered discontinued.  :salute:

#14941, Pliers with Crimpers.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: detron on November 22, 2015, 04:07:46 PM
anyone else got a 100 year SwissChamp?  the ones with the 1987-1997 scales?

I ask because I have one, and noticed the pliers have the Crimper.  mine is a high number (28230).

was wondering how many of the others have this plier crimper, or if some do not have it.  Since the crimper was added in 1998 (as far as I know), this would to me indicate that this SAK was made in 1998, not 1997, as the scales would indicate.



pics  :pok:

true,  sorry

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz255/detronphillips/SAKs/SwissChamp%20100%20Year/20151105_175650.jpg) (http://s833.photobucket.com/user/detronphillips/media/SAKs/SwissChamp%20100%20Year/20151105_175650.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on November 22, 2015, 04:09:23 PM
Looking into available info further, I found the pliers crimper appeared around 1995, so all the '97 anniversary SC's should have it.  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: detron on November 22, 2015, 04:10:33 PM
Looking into available info further, I found the pliers crimper appeared around 1995, so all the '97 anniversary SC's should have it.  :salute:

OK, sounds good to me.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on November 22, 2015, 04:11:07 PM
Very nice guys  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on November 22, 2015, 04:14:05 PM
Would be nice to have a definitive reference to date and ID all the 91's. Scouring MTO and the rest of the web is time consuming.  :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: detron on November 22, 2015, 04:19:14 PM
Looking into available info further, I found the pliers crimper appeared around 1995, so all the '97 anniversary SC's should have it.  :salute:


conflicting data on different changes sure gets annoying :poh:  thanks for the correction.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on November 22, 2015, 04:21:35 PM
Looking into available info further, I found the pliers crimper appeared around 1995, so all the '97 anniversary SC's should have it.  :salute:


conflicting data on different changes sure gets annoying :poh:  thanks for the correction.

My pleasure D, research on the web has always been YMMV.  :tu:

 :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Joyce on November 22, 2015, 04:26:20 PM
Oh I luv them, I'm jealous, one day I will have I think a beautiful black one.
Don't stop these nice pictures :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on November 22, 2015, 04:30:31 PM
So after some weeding out into the sell/mod box, I still have 15 that will stay in the permanent collection (or as of today)...

 :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on November 22, 2015, 06:12:48 PM
So after some weeding out into the sell/mod box, I still have 15 that will stay in the permanent collection (or as of today)...

 :)

very nice  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 22, 2015, 06:27:47 PM
Oh I luv them, I'm jealous, one day I will have I think a beautiful black one.
Don't stop these nice pictures :)

Here's a pic for just you Joyce!   :cheers:

Swiss Champ XLT
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Swiss%20Champ%20XLT%20CB_zps8i596bkn.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on November 22, 2015, 08:13:23 PM
Oh I luv them, I'm jealous, one day I will have I think a beautiful black one.
Don't stop these nice pictures :)

Here's a pic for just you Joyce!   :cheers:

Swiss Champ XLT
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Swiss%20Champ%20XLT%20CB_zps8i596bkn.jpg)

Never saw a black XLT, very nice SG!  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on November 22, 2015, 08:16:21 PM
Oh I luv them, I'm jealous, one day I will have I think a beautiful black one.
Don't stop these nice pictures :)

Here's a pic for just you Joyce!   :cheers:

Swiss Champ XLT
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Swiss%20Champ%20XLT%20CB_zps8i596bkn.jpg)

Never saw a black XLT, very nice SG!  :tu:

It is on my buy list from the grandkids for sure.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Caranthanus on November 22, 2015, 08:32:48 PM
Here's a pic for just you Joyce!   :cheers:

Swiss Champ XLT
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Swiss%20Champ%20XLT%20CB_zps8i596bkn.jpg)
Blessed Joyce ... :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 22, 2015, 08:45:18 PM
Thanks Guys!!!!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zephon on November 23, 2015, 05:36:31 AM
Starting to feel that the SC has spoiled me.

Really no need for any other SAKs since the SC has everything I need covered.


....you're gonna find yourself buying other Swisschamps!! Maybe an XLT with the driver bits.... or maybe a vintage Swisschamp ....or maybe something in different scales....
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on November 23, 2015, 04:42:18 PM
Starting to feel that the SC has spoiled me.

Really no need for any other SAKs since the SC has everything I need covered.


....you're gonna find yourself buying other Swisschamps!! Maybe an XLT with the driver bits.... or maybe a vintage Swisschamp ....or maybe something in different scales....

Well my SC is a early 90's late 80's model. Man those were some good years. As for a XLT I am currently in negotiations with SG's grandkids for one.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on November 23, 2015, 06:19:51 PM
Starting to feel that the SC has spoiled me.

Really no need for any other SAKs since the SC has everything I need covered.


....you're gonna find yourself buying other Swisschamps!! Maybe an XLT with the driver bits.... or maybe a vintage Swisschamp ....or maybe something in different scales....

Well my SC is a early 90's late 80's model. Man those were some good years. As for a XLT I am currently in negotiations with SG's grandkids for one.

Agree, very good years. My first one was '92ish, and the one I carry sometimes is identical.  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Joyce on November 23, 2015, 06:24:40 PM
So after some weeding out into the sell/mod box, I still have 15 that will stay in the permanent collection (or as of today)...

 :)
Wow that's a great collection! :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Joyce on November 23, 2015, 06:26:25 PM
Oh I luv them, I'm jealous, one day I will have I think a beautiful black one.
Don't stop these nice pictures :)

Here's a pic for just you Joyce!   :cheers:

Swiss Champ XLT
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Swiss%20Champ%20XLT%20CB_zps8i596bkn.jpg)

 :drool: wow beautiful! :drool:, thank you! :cheers:

And I luv these covers to
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on November 23, 2015, 06:33:21 PM
Oh I luv them, I'm jealous, one day I will have I think a beautiful black one.
Don't stop these nice pictures :)

Here's a pic for just you Joyce!   :cheers:

Swiss Champ XLT
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Swiss%20Champ%20XLT%20CB_zps8i596bkn.jpg)

 :drool: wow beautiful! :drool:, thank you! :cheers:

And I luv these covers to

 :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on November 23, 2015, 06:54:52 PM
So after some weeding out into the sell/mod box, I still have 15 that will stay in the permanent collection (or as of today)...

 :)
Wow that's a great collection! :tu:

Thx, I'm proud of this area of my collection, the other parts are a little, er, disorganized?  :P

 :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Monrogue on December 02, 2015, 12:16:30 AM
Monrogue is in baby!
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125155_zpsqiwnajts.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125155_zpsqiwnajts.jpg.html)
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125017_zpsqenlqtjm.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125017_zpsqenlqtjm.jpg.html)
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125324_zpsmdujjckg.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125324_zpsmdujjckg.jpg.html)

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on December 02, 2015, 12:54:46 AM
Monrogue is in baby!
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125155_zpsqiwnajts.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125155_zpsqiwnajts.jpg.html)
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125017_zpsqenlqtjm.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125017_zpsqenlqtjm.jpg.html)
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125324_zpsmdujjckg.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125324_zpsmdujjckg.jpg.html)

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In like Flynn!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 02, 2015, 01:28:48 AM
Monrogue is in baby!
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125155_zpsqiwnajts.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125155_zpsqiwnajts.jpg.html)
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125017_zpsqenlqtjm.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125017_zpsqenlqtjm.jpg.html)
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125324_zpsmdujjckg.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125324_zpsmdujjckg.jpg.html)

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In like Flynn!  :cheers:

Nice K Tizzle.

If anyone else wants in air Mike is selling a NIB SC for fiddy bucks.

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Monrogue on December 02, 2015, 01:41:44 AM
Monrogue is in baby!
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125155_zpsqiwnajts.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125155_zpsqiwnajts.jpg.html)
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125017_zpsqenlqtjm.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125017_zpsqenlqtjm.jpg.html)
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125324_zpsmdujjckg.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125324_zpsmdujjckg.jpg.html)

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In like Flynn!  :cheers:

Nice K Tizzle.

If anyone else wants in air Mike is selling a NIB SC for fiddy bucks.
Damn, I should've checked here first.

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on December 02, 2015, 01:44:34 AM
Congrats Monrogue!!!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Monrogue on December 02, 2015, 03:10:00 AM
Thanks SG!

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: derekmac on December 02, 2015, 03:51:39 AM
We're now SC brothers Mondiddy!!  :woohoo:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Monrogue on December 02, 2015, 04:30:49 AM
We're now SC brothers Mondiddy!!  :woohoo:
Yeah buddy

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on December 06, 2015, 11:39:43 PM
Monrogue is in baby!
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125155_zpsqiwnajts.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125155_zpsqiwnajts.jpg.html)
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125017_zpsqenlqtjm.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125017_zpsqenlqtjm.jpg.html)
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125324_zpsmdujjckg.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125324_zpsmdujjckg.jpg.html)

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Very nice mate  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Monrogue on December 06, 2015, 11:45:12 PM
Monrogue is in baby!
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125155_zpsqiwnajts.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125155_zpsqiwnajts.jpg.html)
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125017_zpsqenlqtjm.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125017_zpsqenlqtjm.jpg.html)
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125324_zpsmdujjckg.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20151201_125324_zpsmdujjckg.jpg.html)

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Very nice mate  :salute:
Thanks buddy.  I swapped a scale to make it black/red :)
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20151203_141134_zpsjq4naeh6.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20151203_141134_zpsjq4naeh6.jpg.html)

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: derekmac on December 07, 2015, 01:55:00 AM
I'm really digging the multi color setup MonBon!!  It's making me really want to get some scales so I can mix and match them.  :gimme:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Monrogue on December 07, 2015, 02:03:44 AM
I'm really digging the multi color setup MonBon!!  It's making me really want to get some scales so I can mix and match them.  :gimme:
Thanks buddy :)
I think one black scale would go with just abut any other.  What combo would you do?

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: derekmac on December 07, 2015, 02:24:11 AM
I'm really digging the multi color setup MonBon!!  It's making me really want to get some scales so I can mix and match them.  :gimme:
Thanks buddy :)
I think one black scale would go with just abut any other.  What combo would you do?

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I too like the red and black.  Maybe white and black, or yellow and black.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Monrogue on December 07, 2015, 02:36:18 AM
I'm really digging the multi color setup MonBon!!  It's making me really want to get some scales so I can mix and match them.  :gimme:
Thanks buddy :)
I think one black scale would go with just abut any other.  What combo would you do?

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I too like the red and black.  Maybe white and black, or yellow and black.
Those would look cool as well

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: windson on December 07, 2015, 07:47:20 PM
I'm really digging the multi color setup MonBon!!  It's making me really want to get some scales so I can mix and match them.  :gimme:
Thanks buddy :)
I think one black scale would go with just abut any other.  What combo would you do?

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I too like the red and black.  Maybe white and black, or yellow and black.
Those would look cool as well

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Before I changed my Explorer to Black/red, I had it in translucent ruby/black. Would LOVE to have translucent black/ruby.
Title: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: maudoc64 on December 08, 2015, 07:38:07 AM
Hello to everyone
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/12/07/364307700f2fcb1e6375f10a41648f47.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Monrogue on December 08, 2015, 08:10:30 PM
Hello to everyone
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/12/07/364307700f2fcb1e6375f10a41648f47.jpg)
Welcome, and cool pic

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: maudoc64 on December 08, 2015, 08:26:29 PM

Hello to everyone
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/12/07/364307700f2fcb1e6375f10a41648f47.jpg)
Welcome, and cool pic

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Thank you so much.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on December 09, 2015, 07:39:59 PM
Welcome to the club maudoc64  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: maudoc64 on December 09, 2015, 07:42:13 PM

Welcome to the club maudoc64  :salute:
Thank you Zed.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on December 09, 2015, 07:46:03 PM

Welcome to the club maudoc64  :salute:
Thank you Zed.

 :tu: carried my champ today  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Monrogue on December 09, 2015, 08:46:20 PM

Welcome to the club maudoc64  :salute:
Thank you Zed.

 :tu: carried my champ today  :salute:
Me too

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on December 10, 2015, 06:55:11 AM

Welcome to the club maudoc64  :salute:
Thank you Zed.

 :tu: carried my champ today  :salute:
Me too

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Hmm.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: windson on December 25, 2015, 04:17:44 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/4QbXUyo.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Monrogue on December 25, 2015, 04:32:09 PM
(http://i1326.photobucket.com/albums/u649/khtibbetts/MTs-SAKs/20151202_092238_zpshexbzrbo.jpg) (http://s1326.photobucket.com/user/khtibbetts/media/MTs-SAKs/20151202_092238_zpshexbzrbo.jpg.html)

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gene stoner on December 25, 2015, 05:35:39 PM
This Christmas my Stepson and his Wife did a lot of Home made gifts. One was Altoid survival kit. Here's mine with my Swisschamp.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: windson on December 25, 2015, 05:43:15 PM
This Christmas my Stepson and his Wife did a lot of Home made gifts. One was Altoid survival kit. Here's mine with my Swisschamp.
Very considerate gift!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Freaver on January 17, 2016, 11:05:50 AM
By coincidence, I too have joined this club now. Through facebook, I found a guy who had three pocketknives for sale. He obviously didn't know much about them and I ended up paying 20 dollars for all three. I knew at least one of them was problably a genuine SAK, but didn't know anything about the two other ones.

When they arrived, the first thing I noticed, was, like I suspected, one genuine SAK. The other were a fishers knife and a fake SAK - those two, have gotten zero attention, since I found out that the SAK is a Swisschamp.
Unfortunately, the previous owner didn't seem to like SAKs all that much. When I got it, several of the implements had some sort of goop on them, the fish scaler and saw blade were stuck together, the file and small blade were stuck closed and the springs for the pliers and scissors were both bent. The pliers spring had been "opened" out, so it had almost no spring in it at all and the scissors spring had been misaligned, so it would spring to the side of the scissors instead.

The only thing I've managed to do with it so far, is a liberal oiling, in the hopes to free up the file and small blade and about 4 or 5 hours soak in soapy water - just hot water and dish-soap. Used compressed air to blow out the rest of the water and dried it off with a towel. Got a lot of the goop with this approach, but the plier and main blade still shows sign of something.

I've got it soaking again right now and will problably go at it, with an old toothbrush, later on the day. Incredibly enough, the scales still have the toothpick, tweezer and steel pin in them; only the pen is missing. If I can get it clean and in good condition again, I'll problably replace the scales together with the "scale-tools".
Really looking forward to getting to use this thing. It seemed huge at first, but after handling it bit and trying to get it working a bit more smooth, I've really started liking it. It might even replace my Explorer in my work-edc.

Sorry for the ramble, I'm just excited. :D  :climber:
(http://i1280.photobucket.com/albums/a497/FreaverDK/2016-01-17%2010.43.30_zpsn6g6bov3.jpg)
(http://i1280.photobucket.com/albums/a497/FreaverDK/2016-01-17%2010.43.40_zpsnwnneb1s.jpg)
(http://i1280.photobucket.com/albums/a497/FreaverDK/2016-01-17%2010.46.48_zpsldffaq6y.jpg)
(http://i1280.photobucket.com/albums/a497/FreaverDK/2016-01-17%2010.47.00_zpsx1iotdzp.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on January 17, 2016, 11:49:49 AM
Nice fined mate and welcome to the club  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Deedee on January 17, 2016, 12:58:24 PM
NIce find :cheers:
I want to be in this club too. Almost same way like you, i have find my swisschamp from i guy who used it for breaking ice  :twak:. I told him that it is not for that kind of use, and he sold it to me for 14$. Little better condition than yours, i cleaned it with old toothbrush, oiled it, and now it is my primary edc. I really like it. Sometimes people don't know what they own.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Freaver on January 17, 2016, 01:06:02 PM
NIce find :cheers:
I want to be in this club too. Almost same way like you, i have find my swisschamp from i guy who used it for breaking ice  :twak:. I told him that it is not for that kind of use, and he sold it to me for 14$. Little better condition than yours, i cleaned it with old toothbrush, oiled it, and now it is my primary edc. I really like it. Sometimes people don't know what they own.

Might just be the lighting, but I think yours seem matte? Of course, if it's been used for breaking ice, in a country where they use salt on the roads, that would explain it.

Would a chrome polishing compound like Autosol be too aggressive, to bring back the shine on a SAK?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Deedee on January 17, 2016, 01:25:46 PM
Chrome compounds are toxic, and it's not OK to use it on SAK. And i don't think that autosol would help much. Mine is a mate, but i don't mind because all tools are in good condition and after oiling everything works perfect.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Freaver on January 17, 2016, 01:52:03 PM
Chrome compounds are toxic, and it's not OK to use it on SAK. And i don't think that autosol would help much. Mine is a mate, but i don't mind because all tools are in good condition and after oiling everything works perfect.

By toxic, do you mean toxic to ingest? I almost never use my multitools for food anyway, so that wouldn't bother me.
I've had pretty good results on other, older knives, with Autosol and I noticed my Swisschamp has a few rust-spots on the liners. I'm hoping it's just grime, that'll come off when I go at it with the toothbrush, but I'd like to have another alternative ready. :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Deedee on January 17, 2016, 03:07:18 PM
I don't use my swisschamp for food very often, maybe sometimes to peel an apple, but i like to keep it clean (main blade wipe it with alcohol once a week) just in case you cut yourself. About autosol i dont think it is dangerous for ingest, because i suppose you don't use it very often. About those spots on liners you've mentioned, try polishing with toothpaste, sometimes it helps. I have used toothpaste for silver, and it cleans most of the spots and gives shine.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Freaver on January 18, 2016, 01:13:48 AM
I don't use my swisschamp for food very often, maybe sometimes to peel an apple, but i like to keep it clean (main blade wipe it with alcohol once a week) just in case you cut yourself. About autosol i dont think it is dangerous for ingest, because i suppose you don't use it very often. About those spots on liners you've mentioned, try polishing with toothpaste, sometimes it helps. I have used toothpaste for silver, and it cleans most of the spots and gives shine.

I had it soaking in soapy water for a few more hours and gave it a good scrub with the toothbrush. Got it all oiled up and ready for use - just need to sharpen the blades and open/close a few of the tools some times, to get them loosened up again. It's only on one pivot there's a problem, so I'm thinking it might have gotten a hit at some time in its life.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: G-Dizzle on January 18, 2016, 03:30:27 PM
so glad that someone started this club. now I have one more thread to check every five minutes for something new. :ahhh(http://)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on January 18, 2016, 03:34:35 PM
so glad that someone started this club. now I have one more thread to check every five minutes for something new. :ahhh()
:rofl: you leave it that long?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: G-Dizzle on January 18, 2016, 03:37:25 PM
so glad that someone started this club. now I have one more thread to check every five minutes for something new. :ahhh()
:rofl: you leave it that long?
Only on mondays *sigh*
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on January 18, 2016, 05:02:27 PM
so glad that someone started this club. now I have one more thread to check every five minutes for something new. :ahhh()

Im a club fanatic  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: DaveBr on January 20, 2016, 01:16:20 AM
I'm in as well. I have 2 Swisschamps, both with the old style magnifiers 8)

(http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa284/DaveB58/Knives/SAKs/IMG_1316.jpg)

DaveBr
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Obi1shinobee on January 20, 2016, 04:13:09 AM
Come join Challenge  :SAKnight: :SAKnight: :SAKnight: :SAKnight: :SAKnight:  http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,64172.0.html
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: glenfiddich1983 on January 20, 2016, 06:21:56 PM
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/16/01/20/28463b77b50ab0287bca46d2abb6cf49.jpg)

New Swiss Champ Owner Club member reporting for duty! :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Zed on January 21, 2016, 09:52:00 AM
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/16/01/20/28463b77b50ab0287bca46d2abb6cf49.jpg)

New Swiss Champ Owner Club member reporting for duty! :salute:

nice and shinny  :tu: now get it out that box  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: glenfiddich1983 on January 21, 2016, 09:54:14 AM
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/16/01/20/28463b77b50ab0287bca46d2abb6cf49.jpg)

New Swiss Champ Owner Club member reporting for duty! :salute:

nice and shinny  :tu: now get it out that box  :D

Yes Sir!  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on January 21, 2016, 10:15:24 AM
I shouldn't look at this thread - it just makes me want a Swisschamp.   :rant:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on January 21, 2016, 03:40:18 PM
I shouldn't look at this thread - it just makes me want a Swisschamp.   :rant:

Yeah, you really need a couple one.   >:D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: stunkel on January 21, 2016, 03:49:58 PM
I have three.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Aloha on January 21, 2016, 06:12:28 PM
Silvertech scales are sweet.  I had several ( 5 ) now I'm down to 2. 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 21, 2016, 06:13:50 PM
Silvertech scales are sweet.  I had several ( 5 ) now I'm down to 2.

You lose the rest?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 21, 2016, 06:15:04 PM
I shouldn't look at this thread - it just makes me want a Swisschamp.   :rant:

You should get one with the money you get from selling Monwoody.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Aloha on January 21, 2016, 06:17:30 PM
Silvertech scales are sweet.  I had several ( 5 ) now I'm down to 2.

You lose the rest?


Sold off a couple and gave one away and disassembled one thinking I was going to do a mod. 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 21, 2016, 07:01:06 PM
Silvertech scales are sweet.  I had several ( 5 ) now I'm down to 2.

You lose the rest?


Sold off a couple and gave one away and disassembled one thinking I was going to do a mod.

Right.

I put some blue translucent scales on my wife's Explorer and I really like them.

Thinking about getting some green ones for my SC or something.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on January 21, 2016, 07:10:36 PM
I shouldn't look at this thread - it just makes me want a Swisschamp.   :rant:

You should get one with the money you get from selling Monwoody.

 :dwts: :sa:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on January 21, 2016, 07:12:15 PM
Silvertech scales are sweet.  I had several ( 5 ) now I'm down to 2.

You lose the rest?


Sold off a couple and gave one away and disassembled one thinking I was going to do a mod.

Right.

I put some blue translucent scales on my wife's Explorer and I really like them.

Thinking about getting some green ones for my SC or something.

Whoa there cowboy....didn't you learn anything about ladies and pretty color scales? Better red than in her purse......   :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on January 21, 2016, 07:19:15 PM
I shouldn't look at this thread - it just makes me want a Swisschamp.   :rant:

You should get one with the money you get from selling Monwoody.
You been listening to the voices in your head again Harley?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ranman808 on April 01, 2016, 01:56:32 AM
First time poster here. Here's my collection. Missing is a house SC, used for everyday fixes.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on April 01, 2016, 02:09:15 AM
I shouldn't look at this thread - it just makes me want a Swisschamp.   :rant:

You should get one with the money you get from selling Monwoody.
You been listening to the voices in your head again Harley?

Of course.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ColoSwiss on April 01, 2016, 02:39:22 AM
First time poster here. Here's my collection. Missing is a house SC, used for everyday fixes.

Hi and welcome aboard!   :cheers:

Nice collection.   :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 01, 2016, 03:00:51 AM
Yet another club I can join. Nice.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on April 01, 2016, 09:46:25 AM
Found this on the ground out walking the dog this morning so count me in!
(http://i1186.photobucket.com/albums/z373/EDCgear/MTs%20and%20SAKs/Victorinox%20SAK/P1020037.jpg) (http://media.photobucket.com/user/EDCgear/media/MTs%20and%20SAKs/Victorinox%20SAK/P1020037.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: hiraethus on April 01, 2016, 11:08:24 AM
O RLY? :wait:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on April 01, 2016, 11:26:49 AM
O RLY? :wait:
Cynic
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: hiraethus on April 01, 2016, 11:31:29 AM
Why, thank you. :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: firiki on April 01, 2016, 11:38:22 AM
O RLY? :wait:
Cynic

 :think:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: firiki on April 01, 2016, 11:38:34 AM
Why, thank you. :hatsoff:

 :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on April 01, 2016, 11:41:23 AM
Why, thank you. :hatsoff:
:cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Freaver on April 01, 2016, 01:24:21 PM
Found this on the ground out walking the dog this morning so count me in!
(http://i1186.photobucket.com/albums/z373/EDCgear/MTs%20and%20SAKs/Victorinox%20SAK/P1020037.jpg) (http://media.photobucket.com/user/EDCgear/media/MTs%20and%20SAKs/Victorinox%20SAK/P1020037.jpg.html)
You lucky SOB! How come I never find stuff like that?
Besides, it looks very pristine, for being found on the ground. ;)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Monrogue on April 01, 2016, 08:47:56 PM
What a find Mags, you lucky dog.  Or should I say your dog is lucky?

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on April 01, 2016, 09:45:18 PM
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/meme25_zpsg2emwlla.png) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/meme25_zpsg2emwlla.png.html)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Freaver on April 02, 2016, 07:20:01 PM
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/meme25_zpsg2emwlla.png) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/meme25_zpsg2emwlla.png.html)
:facepalm: The only April fools joke I fell for, this year...
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Humppa on April 02, 2016, 09:09:08 PM
Black is beautiful...

(http://i1062.photobucket.com/albums/t489/kampfgockel2/IMG_4998_zpsjhlixfpy.jpg) (http://s1062.photobucket.com/user/kampfgockel2/media/IMG_4998_zpsjhlixfpy.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on April 03, 2016, 05:11:21 PM
Ok, I need more coffee.....  :facepalm:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: derekmac on April 03, 2016, 11:37:07 PM
Ok, I need more coffee.....  :facepalm:
Or more Swisschamps. :pok:  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on April 04, 2016, 02:07:20 AM
Ok, I need more coffee.....  :facepalm:
Or more Swisschamps. :pok:  :D

 :rofl: :rofl:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: classicrock on April 05, 2016, 02:18:16 AM
I used to be a Swisschamp guy around 2001 to 2006. Carry it in a belt pouch everyday. But then I switched to Classic SD and Executive. In 2014 I bought a Deluxe Tinker and Compact.

Now I feel the Swisschamp is too thick to carry compared to the other 91 mm. But I really want to carry the Swisschamp again, especially for my end of April trip, I need a single SAK that can cover almost anything. But....it's too thick. Haha! Help me, convinced me to carry my Swisschamp again.

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Aloha on April 05, 2016, 04:05:36 AM
Pictures are worth so much more........


Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: classicrock on April 05, 2016, 09:11:37 AM
Wow.....very nice pic Aloha007.....seems like the Swisschamp were made for travel companion.

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: firiki on April 05, 2016, 10:02:12 AM
O RLY? :wait:
Cynic

 :think:

 :facepalm:  :pommel: <---- that's me
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 06, 2016, 04:31:59 AM
My oldest son has had a SwissChamp for about a year now, and loves it!  He's taking it with him when we go out on a hike this weekend.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Xero on April 06, 2016, 06:37:55 AM
So does the XLT count? It's scheduled for delivery tomorrow! I can't wait, I've wanted one of these for a long time now.

My original, regular swisschamp, probably mid or early 90s era, was stolen in a house move along with a fixed blade knife I had in the same drawer. They left my toolchest plus, which was sitting right next to it. I still have that, but it's horribly messed up.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on April 06, 2016, 06:47:33 AM
@Aloha007 - great pics!   :tu:

So jealous as I am still looking at some snow here!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Aloha on April 06, 2016, 06:58:49 AM
Wow.....very nice pic Aloha007.....seems like the Swisschamp were made for travel companion.

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@Aloha007 - great pics!   :tu:

So jealous as I am still looking at some snow here!


Thanks guys  :salute:

My oldest son has had a SwissChamp for about a year now, and loves it!  He's taking it with him when we go out on a hike this weekend.

It's my companion as well for short or long hikes.  I also love to have it on my side for camping. 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: classicrock on April 07, 2016, 06:04:11 AM
So I start to carry the Swisschamp again today as part of my EDC.

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160407/b97f968b9353bfbb359a2ea33ddefce1.jpg)



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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Aloha on April 08, 2016, 05:36:50 PM
So does the XLT count? It's scheduled for delivery tomorrow! I can't wait, I've wanted one of these for a long time now.

My original, regular swisschamp, probably mid or early 90s era, was stolen in a house move along with a fixed blade knife I had in the same drawer. They left my toolchest plus, which was sitting right next to it. I still have that, but it's horribly messed up.

Not sure my vote counts for anything but, YES the XLT for sure does.  Congrats.

So I start to carry the Swisschamp again today as part of my EDC.

Very nice. 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ranman808 on April 30, 2016, 10:43:23 AM
Where does everyone go to buy Swisschamp's? I've used eBay, Amazon and a friend. Looking for other options. Thanks
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on April 30, 2016, 10:50:40 AM
First SAK I was gifted, and the one that started this...

(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/13087397_1067805549947957_7879154582885098383_n_zpsag5lzqce.jpg)

Long life to the Swisschamp!

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gene stoner on February 15, 2017, 06:30:09 PM
I'm in a Swisschamp mood lately so I'm bumping this old thread. Now let's see some Swisschamp's.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on February 15, 2017, 07:14:46 PM
Chemical Corps!!! :salute:  Nice SC Gene!!!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gene stoner on February 15, 2017, 07:20:27 PM
Chemical Corps!!! :salute:  Nice SC Gene!!!!
Yep that pin was issued to me in 1988.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on February 15, 2017, 07:21:15 PM
Chemical Corps!!! :salute:  Nice SC Gene!!!!
Yep that pin was issued to me in 1988.

Thank you for your service my friend!!!!!!!!   :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on February 15, 2017, 07:21:34 PM
I'm in a Swisschamp mood lately so I'm bumping this old thread. Now let's see some Swisschamp's.

 :like: :like:

Very happy to see this topic!  My interest and enthusiasm for the Swiss Champ has grown significantly within the last month and my fourth Swiss Champ is on its way to my mailbox.  :)

I'll be sure to take a group photo when the fourth SC arrives.

 :tu: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gene stoner on February 15, 2017, 07:24:55 PM
Chemical Corps!!! :salute:  Nice SC Gene!!!!
Yep that pin was issued to me in 1988.

Thank you for your service my friend!!!!!!!!   :salute:
You're welcome and thanks for the pay check and training.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on February 15, 2017, 07:27:17 PM
Chemical Corps!!! :salute:  Nice SC Gene!!!!
Yep that pin was issued to me in 1988.

Thank you for your service my friend!!!!!!!!   :salute:
You're welcome and thanks for the pay check and training.

 :cheers: :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 15, 2017, 09:57:34 PM
Glad to see this thread bumped back!  The Swisschamp is not be of my favorite knives!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mechanickal on February 15, 2017, 10:38:04 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170215/e4443cb3d5d40ecbae9fdd8681768d0c.jpg)

:ahhh
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on February 16, 2017, 12:08:40 AM
Some recent pix.....

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Swiss%20Champ%20GN%201-29-17_zps94zcqkrs.jpg)

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Swiss%20Champ%201-22-17_zpsowa45nb1.jpg)

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/SC%20Sun1-8-17%20opie_zpsdntlagis.jpg)

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/SC%20Merry%20Christmas%202016_zps972w5ido.jpg)

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Early%20Morning%20XLT_zpsku628nk5.jpg)

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/SC%20Sun%20EDC%2011-20-16_zpswrt9ugfv.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on February 16, 2017, 12:19:27 AM
Some recent pix.....

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Swiss%20Champ%20GN%201-29-17_zps94zcqkrs.jpg)

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Swiss%20Champ%201-22-17_zpsowa45nb1.jpg)

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/SC%20Sun1-8-17%20opie_zpsdntlagis.jpg)

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/SC%20Merry%20Christmas%202016_zps972w5ido.jpg)

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Early%20Morning%20XLT_zpsku628nk5.jpg)

(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/SC%20Sun%20EDC%2011-20-16_zpswrt9ugfv.jpg)

 :like: :like: :like:

Very nice!!!

 :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ron Who on February 16, 2017, 12:27:55 AM
+ 1.

 :like: :like: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on February 16, 2017, 01:00:42 AM
Thanks guys!!!! :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ron Who on February 16, 2017, 01:21:33 AM
I posted the full pic today in another thread but I like it better cropped.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on February 16, 2017, 01:35:39 AM
I posted the full pic today in another thread but I like it better cropped.

 :like: :like: :cheers:  Good crop!!!!  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: The Lone Wanderer on February 16, 2017, 05:45:26 AM
I'm in!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on February 16, 2017, 05:57:38 AM
I'm in!

 :like: :like: :cheers: Nice LW!!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: The Lone Wanderer on February 16, 2017, 06:03:28 AM
Thanks!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gene stoner on February 16, 2017, 03:53:55 PM
Awesome Swisschamp's everyone.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mini on February 16, 2017, 06:54:58 PM
Are you ready to laugh?

Here where I carry my swisschamp
 :D :D :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on February 16, 2017, 06:59:19 PM
Are you ready to laugh?

Here where I carry my swisschamp
 :D :D :D

 :cheers: :cheers: Whatever floats your boat and protects your SC!!!  :like: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Aloha on February 16, 2017, 07:23:17 PM
Are you ready to laugh?

Here where I carry my swisschamp
 :D :D :D

Not gonna lie











I love it  :2tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Steinar on February 16, 2017, 08:22:42 PM
High visibility, practical, and protects the knife.  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 16, 2017, 09:04:14 PM
It is what it is  :tu:!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on February 17, 2017, 03:46:21 AM
Are you ready to laugh?

Here where I carry my swisschamp
 :D :D :D

 :like: :like: :like: :gimme: :like: :like: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ColoSwiss on February 17, 2017, 03:52:01 AM
Someone did a pink Hell Kitty AR, and was threatened with a law suit by the company   :D

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ColoSwiss on February 17, 2017, 04:22:22 AM
Double post
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mechanickal on February 17, 2017, 01:32:50 PM
Someone did a pink Hell Kitty AR, and was threatened with a law suit by the company   :D
The AR company or the Hello Kitty company??
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: G-Dizzle on February 17, 2017, 02:39:33 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170217/798c57355e064925e1c3d2b3d0eb0553.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mini on February 17, 2017, 02:47:11 PM
Someone did a pink Hell Kitty AR, and was threatened with a law suit by the company   :D

With the swisschamp, a perfect EDC!  :rofl:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Gareth on February 17, 2017, 07:00:17 PM
Are you ready to laugh?

Here where I carry my swisschamp
 :D :D :D

No-one is going to accuse you of being a thug carrying a SAK like that.  Love it. :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 17, 2017, 07:47:09 PM
+1!!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: theredel on February 17, 2017, 09:08:31 PM
Is that count?
Am I in?
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/NHaUIQWyAghZuODjc0nGORNXx5UkYc89Hj3I_VmwhOenPZ59ZSadfy6eHepVUMwrI12_9zhj5kpL6SPVeedPv3LtDL4Hb6nBQHT-RdTannxQ5J0QsbYKCvIDeVRhRVzUnx8yM7RKg9FwgHZdclWXLXyezV8y0CRhMMgzP7CNnaxFcZMi0XdeLvMCxYCRAQnTjvwy8kvd1hVYGFtaYkX-gM13jS5ASCrRFGkX8AQbcQG4tSTtIk1ocZMnP3MUOsSF61YEbcMSinKJ8lVv_SXrDPjNSuygVZCYtxkitLKKTJfAuV5DDpoWrkBp8go3y2jfOhPoX6F9GWQOJkwey9JcSWyPzPP9ny4S1G8TcOtGZ4vRAhnrdBuLdG8CcwqhIMlheSaSZUqdxWk25hVl7ypR4goA9k0bJoFxAVFQNohzagz4I-Pf-mwJNabzEfc_mTBoiGi3byEOpGgudJteH2wxWseoU4UfFm51wQ8R15R1_WsPGUWTyMy-afMO-HzqrV1Vl9LlPHl3n-t3KkRn9XsNY8SlYsGhDQZG52mtR1EpNv5AYDgTivHqBAMcENDs8MxEKnMJxl8s4yZrsOEKxe5oGc_C4PSDZZmwXDd3wdujkKc5p7jo_vpFoA=w851-h638-no)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SAK Guy on February 17, 2017, 09:12:16 PM
Is that count?
Am I in?
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/NHaUIQWyAghZuODjc0nGORNXx5UkYc89Hj3I_VmwhOenPZ59ZSadfy6eHepVUMwrI12_9zhj5kpL6SPVeedPv3LtDL4Hb6nBQHT-RdTannxQ5J0QsbYKCvIDeVRhRVzUnx8yM7RKg9FwgHZdclWXLXyezV8y0CRhMMgzP7CNnaxFcZMi0XdeLvMCxYCRAQnTjvwy8kvd1hVYGFtaYkX-gM13jS5ASCrRFGkX8AQbcQG4tSTtIk1ocZMnP3MUOsSF61YEbcMSinKJ8lVv_SXrDPjNSuygVZCYtxkitLKKTJfAuV5DDpoWrkBp8go3y2jfOhPoX6F9GWQOJkwey9JcSWyPzPP9ny4S1G8TcOtGZ4vRAhnrdBuLdG8CcwqhIMlheSaSZUqdxWk25hVl7ypR4goA9k0bJoFxAVFQNohzagz4I-Pf-mwJNabzEfc_mTBoiGi3byEOpGgudJteH2wxWseoU4UfFm51wQ8R15R1_WsPGUWTyMy-afMO-HzqrV1Vl9LlPHl3n-t3KkRn9XsNY8SlYsGhDQZG52mtR1EpNv5AYDgTivHqBAMcENDs8MxEKnMJxl8s4yZrsOEKxe5oGc_C4PSDZZmwXDd3wdujkKc5p7jo_vpFoA=w851-h638-no)

Yep!!!  :cheers: :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 17, 2017, 10:04:44 PM
 :like:  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gene stoner on February 18, 2017, 12:36:24 AM
Is that count?
Am I in?
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/NHaUIQWyAghZuODjc0nGORNXx5UkYc89Hj3I_VmwhOenPZ59ZSadfy6eHepVUMwrI12_9zhj5kpL6SPVeedPv3LtDL4Hb6nBQHT-RdTannxQ5J0QsbYKCvIDeVRhRVzUnx8yM7RKg9FwgHZdclWXLXyezV8y0CRhMMgzP7CNnaxFcZMi0XdeLvMCxYCRAQnTjvwy8kvd1hVYGFtaYkX-gM13jS5ASCrRFGkX8AQbcQG4tSTtIk1ocZMnP3MUOsSF61YEbcMSinKJ8lVv_SXrDPjNSuygVZCYtxkitLKKTJfAuV5DDpoWrkBp8go3y2jfOhPoX6F9GWQOJkwey9JcSWyPzPP9ny4S1G8TcOtGZ4vRAhnrdBuLdG8CcwqhIMlheSaSZUqdxWk25hVl7ypR4goA9k0bJoFxAVFQNohzagz4I-Pf-mwJNabzEfc_mTBoiGi3byEOpGgudJteH2wxWseoU4UfFm51wQ8R15R1_WsPGUWTyMy-afMO-HzqrV1Vl9LlPHl3n-t3KkRn9XsNY8SlYsGhDQZG52mtR1EpNv5AYDgTivHqBAMcENDs8MxEKnMJxl8s4yZrsOEKxe5oGc_C4PSDZZmwXDd3wdujkKc5p7jo_vpFoA=w851-h638-no)

 :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on February 18, 2017, 01:14:35 AM
Is that count?
Am I in?
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/NHaUIQWyAghZuODjc0nGORNXx5UkYc89Hj3I_VmwhOenPZ59ZSadfy6eHepVUMwrI12_9zhj5kpL6SPVeedPv3LtDL4Hb6nBQHT-RdTannxQ5J0QsbYKCvIDeVRhRVzUnx8yM7RKg9FwgHZdclWXLXyezV8y0CRhMMgzP7CNnaxFcZMi0XdeLvMCxYCRAQnTjvwy8kvd1hVYGFtaYkX-gM13jS5ASCrRFGkX8AQbcQG4tSTtIk1ocZMnP3MUOsSF61YEbcMSinKJ8lVv_SXrDPjNSuygVZCYtxkitLKKTJfAuV5DDpoWrkBp8go3y2jfOhPoX6F9GWQOJkwey9JcSWyPzPP9ny4S1G8TcOtGZ4vRAhnrdBuLdG8CcwqhIMlheSaSZUqdxWk25hVl7ypR4goA9k0bJoFxAVFQNohzagz4I-Pf-mwJNabzEfc_mTBoiGi3byEOpGgudJteH2wxWseoU4UfFm51wQ8R15R1_WsPGUWTyMy-afMO-HzqrV1Vl9LlPHl3n-t3KkRn9XsNY8SlYsGhDQZG52mtR1EpNv5AYDgTivHqBAMcENDs8MxEKnMJxl8s4yZrsOEKxe5oGc_C4PSDZZmwXDd3wdujkKc5p7jo_vpFoA=w851-h638-no)

 :like: :like: :like:

Great looking Time Keeper!!!

 :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on February 18, 2017, 01:58:18 AM
Is that count?
Am I in?
Absolutely!  Nice one!   :tu: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ColoSwiss on February 18, 2017, 03:01:35 AM
Someone did a pink Hell Kitty AR, and was threatened with a law suit by the company   :D
The AR company or the Hello Kitty company??

The Hello Kitty company.

Actually that would probably be a pretty decent camo scheme in parts of the Colorado Plateau.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: theredel on February 18, 2017, 07:22:17 AM
Ok, so next one: Swisschamp Altimeter mod :-)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/Ic7Jqh7HrOFB7BCIsPdEQw4ULrrMPDOCGMFxg-BzUZIWppaA7EHtOVn84gGY3VDgzUxdJh9bfXHLcK4reOrqvMHUlH5HBibp2L9J_zRXoP0fHffDVDQwSGcC93jnad5_xt3cmf9DizwXiOIrI63SpgEz2UPT_04SVe2eaewN1esG8fpExaRCIEHEM27oCxRVpBd7uLBxcWQliJUJIHQ0J4u7-T4LsJz1VYR--TSleTPConaUkCw8S_KuzEbS8QUcD-8W8I7IrBP4GCi5XE6APL_7Ymd2ChYA2agCSPkzKS7XZIdbbODFP9wbuS03GMe3ebUn5k-SLYiyJjAyVDHEbezfj-UbbJm5ry5B7uU-9aetbOcAW6ZnV2F5BTg-1bkvO-2N-JZfClNfLzBMgssVzA0JvQcgHsuxL9TU5ZS9X1x6LFMb2qI517o2dInMruDvSz5Vwlvh40bXZIjti8SkMndyiv4fBeZdrh7YepJQa4N8Hm_uS_Tw7qX28Ah2CwYa0nrcWD89UzmA5HM3WhkDKV1mlgzePLNFKF7NWy_nOiKW53z3JTKAAdhcksGfEI3pqw54nOYlp3jRPdnNsqwkfC9FKLObpNuhAI-ymBNe6RxGQNUiNWOoLA=w913-h638-no)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Fast Bill on February 18, 2017, 08:10:26 AM
Ok, so next one: Swisschamp Altimeter mod :-)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/Ic7Jqh7HrOFB7BCIsPdEQw4ULrrMPDOCGMFxg-BzUZIWppaA7EHtOVn84gGY3VDgzUxdJh9bfXHLcK4reOrqvMHUlH5HBibp2L9J_zRXoP0fHffDVDQwSGcC93jnad5_xt3cmf9DizwXiOIrI63SpgEz2UPT_04SVe2eaewN1esG8fpExaRCIEHEM27oCxRVpBd7uLBxcWQliJUJIHQ0J4u7-T4LsJz1VYR--TSleTPConaUkCw8S_KuzEbS8QUcD-8W8I7IrBP4GCi5XE6APL_7Ymd2ChYA2agCSPkzKS7XZIdbbODFP9wbuS03GMe3ebUn5k-SLYiyJjAyVDHEbezfj-UbbJm5ry5B7uU-9aetbOcAW6ZnV2F5BTg-1bkvO-2N-JZfClNfLzBMgssVzA0JvQcgHsuxL9TU5ZS9X1x6LFMb2qI517o2dInMruDvSz5Vwlvh40bXZIjti8SkMndyiv4fBeZdrh7YepJQa4N8Hm_uS_Tw7qX28Ah2CwYa0nrcWD89UzmA5HM3WhkDKV1mlgzePLNFKF7NWy_nOiKW53z3JTKAAdhcksGfEI3pqw54nOYlp3jRPdnNsqwkfC9FKLObpNuhAI-ymBNe6RxGQNUiNWOoLA=w913-h638-no)

Well that's one way to bulk out the scales I guess. Just in case you didn't notice you had an SC with you .. but great scales on those Alti models ... very nice effect :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mechanickal on February 18, 2017, 08:25:20 AM
Someone did a pink Hell Kitty AR, and was threatened with a law suit by the company   :D
The AR company or the Hello Kitty company??

The Hello Kitty company.

Actually that would probably be a pretty decent camo scheme in parts of the Colorado Plateau.
Say hello to my little kitty...

BANG BANG BANG BANG

Sounds like a cheapo action flik now xD
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: madcroWisefox on April 30, 2017, 08:39:50 PM
An another club for me to join! Yay!  :climber:

Though I don't carry this anywhere anymore, it's used strictly indoors at home only - it has so great sentimental value. It's the first SAK I bought myself with my own hard earned money, back in 1990 and carried it for over the next decade.

It's also a good example of the Victorinox's excellent warranty. Because it was the earlier model with scissors with a screw. And at one point, when I was trying to tighten it, I managed to strip threads quite badly. So the scissors were rendered unusable and it was left it as it for a few years.

Then one day I ask about it, the local Victorinox representative, could it be repaired or something and for how much. They said that they'll look over and send it to somewhere (to the factory?). After a few weeks they contacted that it's ready to pickup - the scissors were replaced with a new style riveted version and for free, it didn't cost anything!  :salute: :tu:

(http://i347.photobucket.com/albums/p442/madcrowisefox/forums/2017/Image0023_zpsrmgn8bp9.jpg)

(http://i347.photobucket.com/albums/p442/madcrowisefox/forums/2017/Image0022_zpsano9d3uo.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Gareth on May 01, 2017, 10:25:13 AM
Great stuff madcro. :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on May 01, 2017, 05:04:58 PM
pocket toolbox again in the rotation.  :climber:

(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-04/20170420_120930_zpsvv0mja2p.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on May 01, 2017, 07:16:45 PM
An another club for me to join! Yay!  :climber:

Though I don't carry this anywhere anymore, it's used strictly indoors at home only - it has so great sentimental value. It's the first SAK I bought myself with my own hard earned money, back in 1990 and carried it for over the next decade.

It's also a good example of the Victorinox's excellent warranty. Because it was the earlier model with scissors with a screw. And at one point, when I was trying to tighten it, I managed to strip threads quite badly. So the scissors were rendered unusable and it was left it as it for a few years.

Then one day I ask about it, the local Victorinox representative, could it be repaired or something and for how much. They said that they'll look over and send it to somewhere (to the factory?). After a few weeks they contacted that it's ready to pickup - the scissors were replaced with a new style riveted version and for free, it didn't cost anything!  :salute: :tu:

(http://i347.photobucket.com/albums/p442/madcrowisefox/forums/2017/Image0023_zpsrmgn8bp9.jpg)

(http://i347.photobucket.com/albums/p442/madcrowisefox/forums/2017/Image0022_zpsano9d3uo.jpg)

 :like:

Looks great!!!  I especially like the version with the grey magnifier and pliers with crimp.

:cheers:


Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on May 01, 2017, 07:28:46 PM
Eight and counting.  :)

The Walnut is my most recent and I have been keeping it close at hand.  The Super Timer is my most exotic and it has been spending most of its time in a box. I have an original Swiss Champ model and the latest Red and Black models (not pictured).  I also have three used in excellent condition Swiss Champs that had their red scales changed from red to white, emerald and camo.

WALNUT:

(http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p437/NorCalJim/SAK/SC-Walnut%202_zps32j8e1zj.jpg) (http://s346.photobucket.com/user/NorCalJim/media/SAK/SC-Walnut%202_zps32j8e1zj.jpg.html)

SUPER TIMER:

(http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p437/NorCalJim/SAK/SuperTimer%202_zps6baf4lqw.jpg) (http://s346.photobucket.com/user/NorCalJim/media/SAK/SuperTimer%202_zps6baf4lqw.jpg.html)

TRIO WITH NEW SCALES:

(http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p437/NorCalJim/SAK/Swiss%20Champ%20Trio%202_zpsvylfyqus.jpg) (http://s346.photobucket.com/user/NorCalJim/media/SAK/Swiss%20Champ%20Trio%202_zpsvylfyqus.jpg.html)

(http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p437/NorCalJim/SAK/Swiss%20Champ%20Trio_zpsulb9krig.jpg) (http://s346.photobucket.com/user/NorCalJim/media/SAK/Swiss%20Champ%20Trio_zpsulb9krig.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on May 02, 2017, 12:05:35 AM
Eight and counting.  :)

The Walnut is my most recent and I have been keeping it close at hand.  The Super Timer is my most exotic and it has been spending most of its time in a box. I have an original Swiss Champ model and the latest Red and Black models (not pictured).  I also have three used in excellent condition Swiss Champs that had their red scales changed from red to white, emerald and camo.

WALNUT:

(http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p437/NorCalJim/SAK/SC-Walnut%202_zps32j8e1zj.jpg) (http://s346.photobucket.com/user/NorCalJim/media/SAK/SC-Walnut%202_zps32j8e1zj.jpg.html)

SUPER TIMER:

(http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p437/NorCalJim/SAK/SuperTimer%202_zps6baf4lqw.jpg) (http://s346.photobucket.com/user/NorCalJim/media/SAK/SuperTimer%202_zps6baf4lqw.jpg.html)

TRIO WITH NEW SCALES:

(http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p437/NorCalJim/SAK/Swiss%20Champ%20Trio%202_zpsvylfyqus.jpg) (http://s346.photobucket.com/user/NorCalJim/media/SAK/Swiss%20Champ%20Trio%202_zpsvylfyqus.jpg.html)

(http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p437/NorCalJim/SAK/Swiss%20Champ%20Trio_zpsulb9krig.jpg) (http://s346.photobucket.com/user/NorCalJim/media/SAK/Swiss%20Champ%20Trio_zpsulb9krig.jpg.html)

Nice bunch of Swisschamps!   :like: :cheers: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 02, 2017, 12:39:13 PM
The swisschamp,along with my Bear and Son Barlow and a sign I made. Great thread! :salute: :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Spartan19 on May 02, 2017, 12:57:53 PM
Swisschamp time
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on May 02, 2017, 03:47:06 PM
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-05/20170501_131417_zpsqtyzkv9z.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gene stoner on May 02, 2017, 07:55:33 PM
Grandson number 3 wants to join.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on May 07, 2017, 01:32:20 PM
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-04/20170420_121115_zpsgjqnhqma.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Poncho65 on May 07, 2017, 03:52:54 PM
I was a couple pages behind on this thread and sure glad I got caught up on it :o Great pics by all in it :tu: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Reinier on May 07, 2017, 04:35:19 PM
XLT :)
Sold two of these a million years ago, I may actually keep this one though.

(http://www.vicfan.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/victorinox-swisschamp-xlt.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on May 07, 2017, 05:19:39 PM
XLT :)
Sold two of these a million years ago, I may actually keep this one though.

(http://www.vicfan.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/victorinox-swisschamp-xlt.jpg)

 :like: :like:

I was very interested in the XLT & XAVT and thought that I would get both of them.  At the time, I had four Swiss Champs and eventually decided to hold off on the XLT and XAVT and added four more Swiss Champs instead.  I think that if I didn't already have six Cybertools, I may have gone for an XLT.

The XLT looks great!  Thanks for sharing!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Reinier on May 07, 2017, 05:46:51 PM
XLT :)
Sold two of these a million years ago, I may actually keep this one though.

(http://www.vicfan.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/victorinox-swisschamp-xlt.jpg)

 :like: :like:

I was very interested in the XLT & XAVT and thought that I would get both of them.  At the time, I had four Swiss Champs and eventually decided to hold off on the XLT and XAVT and added four more Swiss Champs instead.  I think that if I didn't already have six Cybertools, I may have gone for an XLT.

The XLT looks great!  Thanks for sharing!

Thanks mate! It's a big SAK but you can actually carry and use it. XAVT is much bigger and way too expensive IMHO.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mapeteusz on May 09, 2017, 06:03:35 PM
Hi. Two swisschamp. Black is my new edc.

Greetings from Peru
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ron Who on May 09, 2017, 08:05:43 PM
Welcome to the club!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on May 09, 2017, 11:15:54 PM
Hi. Two swisschamp. Black is my new edc.

Greetings from Peru

Welcome to the forum!

The Swisschamp is my favorite SAK. I have carried one since they first came out.   :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: zoidberg on May 10, 2017, 02:18:42 AM
Welcome to the boards Mapeteusz.   :cheers:   :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: glenfiddich1983 on May 10, 2017, 01:50:35 PM
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/16/01/20/28463b77b50ab0287bca46d2abb6cf49.jpg)

New Swiss Champ Owner Club member reporting for duty! :salute:

The SwissChamp is dead...

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170510/663382021fb12947ba993d2cd1f309ac.jpg)

...long live the SwissChamp XLT, so I can keep my SC owners club membership ;)

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170510/e418310d6225503178c0f7241996e58f.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Poncho65 on May 10, 2017, 04:59:20 PM
Welcome to the boards Mapeteusz.   :cheers:   :cheers:

+1 Welcome to :MTO: :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Fencingpaul on May 10, 2017, 05:51:40 PM
Hi,
Just bought another Swiss Champ. Judging from the tools it is post 1985 but I am guessing that the lack of pinhole makes it pre 2000 (I have a Supertimer with the pinhole under the corkscrew bought in 2000)
Tools all snap tight and blade is still sharp with not much wear. A little TLC and this will be my new EDC (Not taking my Supertimer out much as I have already lost one...story for another day)
It has an advertising logo I like but am unfamiliar with. Is anyone familiar and can anyone help me pin down the age to closer than my guestimate.

Cheers
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Reinier on May 10, 2017, 06:40:23 PM
I quite like that logo!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on May 10, 2017, 06:51:48 PM
Presence of the hook makes it post '91, file makes it pre '05, absence of pliers makes it a Champion.

If it has pliers the date could be narrowed down further.

Welcome to the forum!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Poncho65 on May 10, 2017, 08:36:25 PM
Welcome to :MTO:

I would also say if it doesn't have pliers it is a Champion :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Fencingpaul on May 11, 2017, 12:18:58 AM
Hi All,
Just realised the knife is not a swisschamp but a champion (c). Looks like I technically wont be in the club until the post arrives today with a Silvertec champ (got a little carried away with weekend purchases)
Will post question in another thread but would still appreciate any answers you may have.

Discussion board has been fantastic for info on cleaning and restoration. Can anyone point me to a good discussion on modifications. Once I have enough old bits and pieces, I want to try building my own tool. Also where is the best place to buy replacement scales and such.

Cheers
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: zoidberg on May 11, 2017, 12:27:09 AM
Welcome to the boards Paul.   :cheers:

While there are plenty of good modification threads maybe start here. https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,43303.0.html
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Huntsman on May 11, 2017, 05:35:53 AM
Welcome to MTo Fencingpaul
I think Champion owners can join this club too !!

Presence of the hook makes it post '91, file makes it pre '05, absence of pliers makes it a Champion.
If it has pliers the date could be narrowed down further.

The Maglass puts it pre 2004
Thje other thing to look for is the locking nub on the flat and Phillips SD - When the tool is closed up you will see a small bump on the top of the tang of those tools
When open - It helps stop the SD folding - That feature was introduced in 1999

Also are the scissors riveted (post '92) or screw pre-91 - If the latter you can date it exactly to 1992 - Hook, but screwed scissors !!

I have that handle picture on an old Woodsman - You see them around from time to time - I really like it
- Mine does not have the locking nub - So possibly yours is pre 99 too!

This table  (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,51872.msg1214400.html#msg1214400) may help you with dating activities - Also the SAAMS link referenced at the top of that thread
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: El Corkscrew on May 14, 2017, 05:43:11 PM
Hi,
Just bought another Swiss Champ. Judging from the tools it is post 1985 but I am guessing that the lack of pinhole makes it pre 2000 (I have a Supertimer with the pinhole under the corkscrew bought in 2000)
Tools all snap tight and blade is still sharp with not much wear. A little TLC and this will be my new EDC (Not taking my Supertimer out much as I have already lost one...story for another day)
It has an advertising logo I like but am unfamiliar with. Is anyone familiar and can anyone help me pin down the age to closer than my guestimate.

Cheers

Not a huge fan of the Vic pliers so I do prefer the Champion C.  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on May 15, 2017, 03:44:07 PM
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-05/20170515_122448_zpsfnyllcir.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on May 22, 2017, 06:19:56 PM
Count me in Lads! My wonderful wife just bought me a Swisschamp for my birthday. I didn't even ask for one as cash is tight at the moment (dog's vet bills), but she got an amazing deal on it so it was a bargain. I'm a lucky man in so many ways.  :D It's the latest one with clear mag (glass lens) and newer metal file.
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4175/34438782710_6b6b9f8103_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/UteLgG)WP_20170522_021 (https://flic.kr/p/UteLgG) by magpie2112 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/145157638@N06/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: glenfiddich1983 on May 22, 2017, 06:28:08 PM
 :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on May 22, 2017, 06:40:02 PM
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-05/20170515_122448_zpsfnyllcir.jpg)

 :like: :like:

I really like the photo!  Very nice tools!

:cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on May 22, 2017, 06:50:27 PM
Count me in Lads! My wonderful wife just bought me a Swisschamp for my birthday. I didn't even ask for one as cash is tight at the moment (dog's vet bills), but she got an amazing deal on it so it was a bargain. I'm a lucky man in so many ways.  :D It's the latest one with clear mag (glass lens) and newer metal file.
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4175/34438782710_6b6b9f8103_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/UteLgG)WP_20170522_021 (https://flic.kr/p/UteLgG) by magpie2112 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/145157638@N06/), on Flickr

 :like: :like:

Congratulations!  The Swiss Champ is a remarkable tool!  My first impression of it was that it was too big to be practical.  I have come to really like this SAK and have the highest regard for it.  The fact that it is not something most of us would like to carry in our pockets does not diminish its functionality.  I now have eight Swiss Champs (one of which is a Super Timer) and have to restrain my impulse to get more.  :)

Such a wonderful wife to get you a Swiss Champ!  I know what I am talking about since I have a wonderful wife of my own who indulges my love of Swiss Army Knives!

:cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on May 23, 2017, 02:04:32 PM
Cheers Dudes  :cheers:

Here's S-Chazzle with the escape goats from the SW Keyring gang:
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4272/34679014112_da644db46a_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/UQt1Gq)WP_20170523_001 (https://flic.kr/p/UQt1Gq) by magpie2112 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/145157638@N06/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: glenfiddich1983 on May 23, 2017, 02:17:35 PM
Cheers Dudes  :cheers:

Here's S-Chazzle with the escape goats from the SW Keyring gang:
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4272/34679014112_da644db46a_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/UQt1Gq)WP_20170523_001 (https://flic.kr/p/UQt1Gq) by magpie2112 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/145157638@N06/), on Flickr

 :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Spartan19 on May 23, 2017, 02:38:22 PM
Nice! I think my swisschamp's a little hung up at the moment! :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on May 23, 2017, 02:41:17 PM
Sweet rack!

Oops,

Show content
that's what he said
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Spartan19 on May 23, 2017, 02:48:00 PM
 :rofl: Thanks! Designed and built especially for SAK's :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on May 23, 2017, 02:58:08 PM
So a SAK Rack then?  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Spartan19 on May 23, 2017, 03:03:04 PM
You beat me to it, I was just about to title it :facepalm: :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on May 23, 2017, 03:08:57 PM
You beat me to it, I was just about to title it :facepalm: :D
:oops: Soz Spartan  :facepalm:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on May 23, 2017, 03:32:51 PM
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-05/20170516_120755_zpsvnzznlvt.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: El Corkscrew on May 23, 2017, 05:30:26 PM
Nice! I think my swisschamp's a little hung up at the moment! :D

nice display!!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Spartan19 on May 23, 2017, 09:16:51 PM
You beat me to it, I was just about to title it :facepalm: :D
:oops: Soz Spartan  :facepalm:

No Prob Buddy! :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Spartan19 on May 23, 2017, 09:18:32 PM
Nice! I think my swisschamp's a little hung up at the moment! :D

nice display!!!

Thanks El Corkscrew! :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Monrogue on May 24, 2017, 04:24:04 AM
Welcome to the club Mags :cheers:

Proud SAKMC member :)

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: El Corkscrew on May 24, 2017, 04:41:56 AM
Welcome to the club Mags :cheers:

Proud SAKMC member :)

+1 

Even though I'm not a "real" member...   :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: El Corkscrew on May 24, 2017, 04:44:07 AM
Pictures are worth so much more........


 :like:

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: derekmac on May 24, 2017, 09:25:28 PM
Count me in Lads! My wonderful wife just bought me a Swisschamp for my birthday. I didn't even ask for one as cash is tight at the moment (dog's vet bills), but she got an amazing deal on it so it was a bargain. I'm a lucky man in so many ways.  :D It's the latest one with clear mag (glass lens) and newer metal file.
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4175/34438782710_6b6b9f8103_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/UteLgG)WP_20170522_021 (https://flic.kr/p/UteLgG) by magpie2112 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/145157638@N06/), on Flickr
Nice one Mags!  Glad to see the Jedi mind tricks are finally paying off!! :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on May 24, 2017, 09:29:25 PM
DMac!  :ahhh :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: derekmac on May 24, 2017, 09:58:46 PM
DMac!  :ahhh :cheers:
Where?!?!  Get back I tell you!!  :viking:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Spartan19 on May 25, 2017, 03:09:24 AM
Count me in Lads! My wonderful wife just bought me a Swisschamp for my birthday. I didn't even ask for one as cash is tight at the moment (dog's vet bills), but she got an amazing deal on it so it was a bargain. I'm a lucky man in so many ways.  :D It's the latest one with clear mag (glass lens) and newer metal file.
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4175/34438782710_6b6b9f8103_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/UteLgG)WP_20170522_021 (https://flic.kr/p/UteLgG) by magpie2112 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/145157638@N06/), on Flickr
Nice one Mags!  Glad to see the Jedi mind tricks are finally paying off!! :D


+1! welcome aboard MG :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on May 26, 2017, 09:26:01 PM
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4246/34778723501_52189902fd_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/UZh3PP)WP_20170526_008 (https://flic.kr/p/UZh3PP) by magpie2112 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/145157638@N06/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Spartan19 on May 27, 2017, 02:41:40 AM
 :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Poncho65 on May 27, 2017, 03:51:10 AM
:like:

+1 :like: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: zoidberg on May 27, 2017, 06:02:39 AM
:like:

+1 :like: :like:

+2   :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on May 27, 2017, 01:21:36 PM
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-05/20170526_114958_zpsjsonrijd.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 29, 2017, 12:04:27 AM
Great looking Swisschamps!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on May 31, 2017, 04:10:02 PM

(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-05/20170531_114550_zpsvgwhyq9b.jpg)

(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-05/20170531_114420_zpsfzt6ta30.jpg)

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on June 01, 2017, 03:53:38 PM
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-05/20170529_133402_zps7vbckkor.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ranman808 on June 02, 2017, 04:38:09 AM
Her's my Swisschamp collection. Just scored a SC XL (bottom right). I've ordered several custom SC's
from Custom Scale Division and they have a ton of scale options.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on June 03, 2017, 01:30:26 PM
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-05/20170526_114812_zpsfcq0xfgf.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on June 03, 2017, 06:52:04 PM
Her's my Swisschamp collection. Just scored a SC XL (bottom right). I've ordered several custom SC's
from Custom Scale Division and they have a ton of scale options.

 :like: :like: :like: :like:

 :drool:

Amazing!!!

Here I thought I had a lot of Swiss Champs at eight!

Thanks for sharing!

:cheers:

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on June 04, 2017, 12:47:24 PM
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-05/20170530_112426_zpsfwdfxqxa.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on June 05, 2017, 03:14:59 PM
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-05/20170530_115223_zps1zhzmpfx.jpg)

broken scales   :cry:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on June 06, 2017, 05:04:18 PM
king of SAKs, queen of pocket toolboxes

(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-05/20170529_133228_zpsddr50sxo.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on June 10, 2017, 12:37:04 PM
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-05/20170531_133313_zpsybxsmysb.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: m47mu74nt on August 23, 2017, 08:34:04 PM
I apologize, that's only for getting the Scaler award  :facepalm:

This RAM sodimm is 3cm large  :whistle:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: zoidberg on August 23, 2017, 10:04:14 PM
Awarded.   :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: m47mu74nt on August 24, 2017, 07:35:56 AM
Awarded.   :tu:
Thank you :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on August 24, 2017, 12:27:07 PM
A SwissChamp is a SAK that everyone should have.  Lots and lots of fiddle factor and still (just about) practical to use all the tools. :D  Lets be honest, it's the SAK that every child dreams about owning, right?

Right! I've wanted one since 2003. I finally get to one for my bday in 2 weeks :3 So hopefully I get to join the club too.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mechanickal on August 24, 2017, 12:54:29 PM
A SwissChamp is a SAK that everyone should have.  Lots and lots of fiddle factor and still (just about) practical to use all the tools. :D  Lets be honest, it's the SAK that every child dreams about owning, right?

Right! I've wanted one since 2003. I finally get to one for my bday in 2 weeks :3 So hopefully I get to join the club too.
You waited for 14 years??

The patience is strong in this one...

They should have a badge for you! :rofl:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Spartan19 on August 25, 2017, 12:53:08 AM
Better than me! I would have gone swisschamp crazy by then! :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :gimme: :gimme:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on August 25, 2017, 01:16:49 AM
A SwissChamp is a SAK that everyone should have.  Lots and lots of fiddle factor and still (just about) practical to use all the tools. :D  Lets be honest, it's the SAK that every child dreams about owning, right?

Right! I've wanted one since 2003. I finally get to one for my bday in 2 weeks :3 So hopefully I get to join the club too.
You waited for 14 years??

The patience is strong in this one...

They should have a badge for you! :rofl:

Yeah no clue what happened there lol I was supposed to get one back in 2011 but I got distracted by a bunch of the Gerber junk until a good chip came off my blade last year. I did have a FieldMaster from 2002-2009 though and used it everyday until it got lost in moving. I gotta stop screwing around and focus on the nicer things  :twak:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on August 25, 2017, 07:58:01 PM
A SwissChamp is a SAK that everyone should have.  Lots and lots of fiddle factor and still (just about) practical to use all the tools. :D  Lets be honest, it's the SAK that every child dreams about owning, right?

Right! I've wanted one since 2003. I finally get to one for my bday in 2 weeks :3 So hopefully I get to join the club too.

Sounds like you are going to have a great birthday.

I have been carrying a Swiss Champ since they first came out. I have 17 of them. I own a lot of other Victorinox knives, but the Swiss Champ is my favorite.

I was a Victorinox dealer when the Swiss Champ first came out.

I think you will be impressed with your birthday gift. :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: toolbox on August 25, 2017, 09:47:29 PM
for me swisschamp is THE one i carry with me as a EDC.. I have 2 now.. Normal red one and the warthog print from DLT trading which looki s very cool! Anyway.... Thinking of my 3'd by buying one with horned or pearl scales :-D I absolutely love swisschamps and feel uncompleted when it is not with me in my pack.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Huntsman on August 27, 2017, 10:53:27 PM
 :worthless:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on August 28, 2017, 03:02:32 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/TKKyB3Q.jpg)

Champ, champ!!!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: toolbox on August 28, 2017, 04:34:53 PM
 :climber:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on August 28, 2017, 05:54:23 PM
 :like: :like: Love those scales!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: toolbox on August 28, 2017, 05:58:18 PM
Absolutely super cool! Like them aload aswell)))) (If you meant mine)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on August 28, 2017, 06:28:13 PM
That's right Toolbox!   :like: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: toolbox on August 28, 2017, 06:30:35 PM
Normally i do not like custom scales very much. But i like this one from DLT.. And the warhawk version to:))
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on August 29, 2017, 09:04:19 AM
Normally i do not like custom scales very much. But i like this one from DLT.. And the warhawk version to:))

You seen the SwissBianco titanium and copper scales? Pretty neat.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: toolbox on August 29, 2017, 10:09:21 AM
Didnt see yet!! I mean, i like different types of scales, horn etc.. but not so much prints on the knifes normally
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on August 29, 2017, 02:31:45 PM
At last! My SwissChamp just arrived and am elated to be in this Club. Bought used but in excellent condition with sheath for$30. Shipped to a forwarding company and delivered to a local office here in the country. I'll try to make this part of my daily carry :mail:   :like:

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170829/e5a3562f599efd0bdf1d30cee8cc3b69.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mechanickal on August 29, 2017, 03:19:42 PM
At last! My SwissChamp just arrived and am elated to be in this Club. Bought used but in excellent condition with sheath for$30. Shipped to a forwarding company and delivered to a local office here in the country. I'll try to make this part of my daily carry :mail:   :like:

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170829/e5a3562f599efd0bdf1d30cee8cc3b69.jpg)
No need to try.
It'll happen anyway :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on August 29, 2017, 03:48:09 PM
At last! My SwissChamp just arrived and am elated to be in this Club. Bought used but in excellent condition with sheath for$30. Shipped to a forwarding company and delivered to a local office here in the country. I'll try to make this part of my daily carry :mail:   :like:

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170829/e5a3562f599efd0bdf1d30cee8cc3b69.jpg)
No need to try.
It'll happen anyway :D


Im actually considering using this as my first 30 day challenge in the near future  :dd:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Spartan19 on August 29, 2017, 07:33:21 PM
I would. The swisschamp's a great blade to carry! :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on August 29, 2017, 09:12:19 PM
At last! My SwissChamp just arrived and am elated to be in this Club. Bought used but in excellent condition with sheath for$30. Shipped to a forwarding company and delivered to a local office here in the country. I'll try to make this part of my daily carry :mail:   :like:

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170829/e5a3562f599efd0bdf1d30cee8cc3b69.jpg)

Congratulations on the Swiss Champ! It will be a great companion for years to come.   :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: GoatDragon on August 29, 2017, 09:20:39 PM
I've got a Cybertool 41. Can I join?
(http://i.imgur.com/Fsby3KT.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on August 30, 2017, 01:33:16 AM
I would. The swisschamp's a great blade to carry! :cheers:


For now, I'll be bringing it with me by pouch carry  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on August 30, 2017, 01:34:11 AM
At last! My SwissChamp just arrived and am elated to be in this Club. Bought used but in excellent condition with sheath for$30. Shipped to a forwarding company and delivered to a local office here in the country. I'll try to make this part of my daily carry :mail:   :like:

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170829/e5a3562f599efd0bdf1d30cee8cc3b69.jpg)

Congratulations on the Swiss Champ! It will be a great companion for years to come.   :like: :tu: :tu:


Thank you! As I said in our local Facebook Group, its like the LandCruiser of pocket utilities  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tired_Yeti on August 30, 2017, 02:07:29 AM
How do I not own one of these yet?!
My SAK has grown from Pioneer to Deluxe Tinker to Craftsman and there are still some tools I wish I had!

I have to get one of these ASAP


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Huntsman on August 30, 2017, 02:52:52 AM
I've got a Cybertool 41. Can I join?

Hmm - Very good question  :o
Similar size and identical toolset for six layers

I know some folk here think this is a better SAK than the SwissChamp - and should possibly even be the official flagship for Victorinox
Or possibly a new hybrid.

For me though - You can't join  :cry:  - Sorry  - As it is not a Champ.
Need to join the Cybertool club.

What do other folk think ???

PS. BTW - If the application was solely based on the photo - You could definitely join!!   :tu:   :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on August 30, 2017, 03:44:53 AM
I've got a Cybertool 41. Can I join?

Hmm - Very good question  :o
Similar size and identical toolset for six layers

I know some folk here think this is a better SAK than the SwissChamp - and should possibly even be the official flagship for Victorinox
Or possibly a new hybrid.

For me though - You can't join  :cry:  - Sorry  - As it is not a Champ.
Need to join the Cybertool club.

What do other folk think ???

PS. BTW - If the application was solely based on the photo - You could definitely join!!   :tu:   :)

Yeah CyberTool Club only. SwissChamp ftw, i prefer the seperate victorinox bit driver for that since the more speSmurfpillst bits are the only gain and not used as much and take up a bit of space on the tool of that size. Good fit for the XAVT though.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Spartan19 on August 30, 2017, 03:52:01 AM
I would. The swisschamp's a great blade to carry! :cheers:


For now, I'll be bringing it with me by pouch carry  :cheers:

That's what I've done with mine since day 1. It's the easiest way to carry that beast! :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on August 30, 2017, 04:25:59 PM
I would. The swisschamp's a great blade to carry! :cheers:


For now, I'll be bringing it with me by pouch carry  :cheers:

That's what I've done with mine since day 1. It's the easiest way to carry that beast! :cheers:


Today was Day 1 of my SC carry. Since I only carry a small pouch, I decided to leave my Charge TTi in the house and replace it with the SC. I'm a bit apprehensive though since we here in the Philippine capital are just waiting for the Big One (7.2 earthquake), and for now I feel more comfortable if I have the Charge rather than the SC with me in a major disaster.

But come to think of it, the SC has more tools and requires less maintenance when it comes to rust. Plus its a lighter and more compact carry than the Charge. Hmmmm.


 :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: AlephZero on August 30, 2017, 07:40:36 PM
Rejoining the Club (yadda yadda yadda, :twak: Smurfbucket)

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4088/35591701682_f9923fc5a9_b.jpg)

:cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on August 30, 2017, 09:52:59 PM
 :like: Great pic... Those black scales look great!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on August 30, 2017, 10:21:39 PM
I would. The swisschamp's a great blade to carry! :cheers:


For now, I'll be bringing it with me by pouch carry  :cheers:

That's what I've done with mine since day 1. It's the easiest way to carry that beast! :cheers:


Today was Day 1 of my SC carry. Since I only carry a small pouch, I decided to leave my Charge TTi in the house and replace it with the SC. I'm a bit apprehensive though since we here in the Philippine capital are just waiting for the Big One (7.2 earthquake), and for now I feel more comfortable if I have the Charge rather than the SC with me in a major disaster.

But come to think of it, the SC has more tools and requires less maintenance when it comes to rust. Plus its a lighter and more compact carry than the Charge. Hmmmm.


 :like:

If I had to choose only one, I would pick the Swiss Champ, but, in your situation, (during the days you are expecting the earthquake) you might consider carrying the Swiss Champ in your pouch, and using the pocket clip on the Charge TTI, clipping the Charge TTi inside your pants pocket, and you would have both on you in the event the earthquake hits.

Just a possible option to consider.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: GoatDragon on August 30, 2017, 11:44:45 PM
I would. The swisschamp's a great blade to carry! :cheers:


For now, I'll be bringing it with me by pouch carry  :cheers:

That's what I've done with mine since day 1. It's the easiest way to carry that beast! :cheers:


Today was Day 1 of my SC carry. Since I only carry a small pouch, I decided to leave my Charge TTi in the house and replace it with the SC. I'm a bit apprehensive though since we here in the Philippine capital are just waiting for the Big One (7.2 earthquake), and for now I feel more comfortable if I have the Charge rather than the SC with me in a major disaster.

But come to think of it, the SC has more tools and requires less maintenance when it comes to rust. Plus its a lighter and more compact carry than the Charge. Hmmmm.


 :like:

If I had to choose only one, I would pick the Swiss Champ, but, in your situation, (during the days you are expecting the earthquake) you might consider carrying the Swiss Champ in your pouch, and using the pocket clip on the Charge TTI, clipping the Charge TTi inside your pants pocket, and you would have both on you in the event the earthquake hits.

Just a possible option to consider.
You don't really get to expect earthquakes. They don't have much warning when they happen.

And a Swisschamp plus a Charge TTI? At that point he should also carry a tire iron and a full sized sledge hammer, cause it wouldn't be much more weight after carrying those two tools together!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on August 31, 2017, 06:37:44 AM
I would. The swisschamp's a great blade to carry! :cheers:


For now, I'll be bringing it with me by pouch carry  :cheers:

That's what I've done with mine since day 1. It's the easiest way to carry that beast! :cheers:


Today was Day 1 of my SC carry. Since I only carry a small pouch, I decided to leave my Charge TTi in the house and replace it with the SC. I'm a bit apprehensive though since we here in the Philippine capital are just waiting for the Big One (7.2 earthquake), and for now I feel more comfortable if I have the Charge rather than the SC with me in a major disaster.

But come to think of it, the SC has more tools and requires less maintenance when it comes to rust. Plus its a lighter and more compact carry than the Charge. Hmmmm.


 :like:

If I had to choose only one, I would pick the Swiss Champ, but, in your situation, (during the days you are expecting the earthquake) you might consider carrying the Swiss Champ in your pouch, and using the pocket clip on the Charge TTI, clipping the Charge TTi inside your pants pocket, and you would have both on you in the event the earthquake hits.

Just a possible option to consider.
You don't really get to expect earthquakes. They don't have much warning when they happen.

And a Swisschamp plus a Charge TTI? At that point he should also carry a tire iron and a full sized sledge hammer, cause it wouldn't be much more weight after carrying those two tools together!


The country has been preparing for our Big One for the past year as scientists here say its already overdue. I guess its like the one in California.


Anyway, for today I decided to carry my SC on my belt and the Charge is now in my man-bag. I used to carry my Charge inside my waistband for a month, until it got replaced by a folder.


Let's see how long this dual carry of think MTs will last  :whistle:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on August 31, 2017, 07:07:20 PM
I would. The swisschamp's a great blade to carry! :cheers:


For now, I'll be bringing it with me by pouch carry  :cheers:

That's what I've done with mine since day 1. It's the easiest way to carry that beast! :cheers:


Today was Day 1 of my SC carry. Since I only carry a small pouch, I decided to leave my Charge TTi in the house and replace it with the SC. I'm a bit apprehensive though since we here in the Philippine capital are just waiting for the Big One (7.2 earthquake), and for now I feel more comfortable if I have the Charge rather than the SC with me in a major disaster.

But come to think of it, the SC has more tools and requires less maintenance when it comes to rust. Plus its a lighter and more compact carry than the Charge. Hmmmm.


 :like:

If I had to choose only one, I would pick the Swiss Champ, but, in your situation, (during the days you are expecting the earthquake) you might consider carrying the Swiss Champ in your pouch, and using the pocket clip on the Charge TTI, clipping the Charge TTi inside your pants pocket, and you would have both on you in the event the earthquake hits.

Just a possible option to consider.
You don't really get to expect earthquakes. They don't have much warning when they happen.

And a Swisschamp plus a Charge TTI? At that point he should also carry a tire iron and a full sized sledge hammer, cause it wouldn't be much more weight after carrying those two tools together!

The combined weight of a Swiss Champ and a Charge TTI is 15.4 oz, That is less then 1 lb.

Are you telling me you can't carry a mere pound of weight?

I am only 5' 8" and 140 lbs and I have no trouble at all carrying a pound of extra weight all day.

Just sayin' it would be no problem for me.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tired_Yeti on September 05, 2017, 05:00:09 AM
Carry question for you SC champs. LOL!
I don't wear belts. I find them uncomfortable more often than not. I have my iPhone in an Otterbox Defender. It comes with a pocket clip "holster". You've probably seen them.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170905/29dc19c175106aa3d03c41357870922e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170905/e4d39f43922ba366aa1fe1ce419964b0.jpg)

Is there something like this for the SC?
I want a Champ, but I'm wondering how comfortable pocket carry will be. I pocket EDC a Craftsman which is pretty large. Perhaps I could pocket a Champ too, but it seems just a bit thicker than the Craftsman. So I'd b  willing to use a case but not on a belt.

Options? Ideas?

Thanks.


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 05, 2017, 05:42:28 AM
I would. The swisschamp's a great blade to carry! :cheers:


For now, I'll be bringing it with me by pouch carry  :cheers:

That's what I've done with mine since day 1. It's the easiest way to carry that beast! :cheers:


Today was Day 1 of my SC carry. Since I only carry a small pouch, I decided to leave my Charge TTi in the house and replace it with the SC. I'm a bit apprehensive though since we here in the Philippine capital are just waiting for the Big One (7.2 earthquake), and for now I feel more comfortable if I have the Charge rather than the SC with me in a major disaster.

But come to think of it, the SC has more tools and requires less maintenance when it comes to rust. Plus its a lighter and more compact carry than the Charge. Hmmmm.


 :like:

If I had to choose only one, I would pick the Swiss Champ, but, in your situation, (during the days you are expecting the earthquake) you might consider carrying the Swiss Champ in your pouch, and using the pocket clip on the Charge TTI, clipping the Charge TTi inside your pants pocket, and you would have both on you in the event the earthquake hits.

Just a possible option to consider.
You don't really get to expect earthquakes. They don't have much warning when they happen.

And a Swisschamp plus a Charge TTI? At that point he should also carry a tire iron and a full sized sledge hammer, cause it wouldn't be much more weight after carrying those two tools together!

The combined weight of a Swiss Champ and a Charge TTI is 15.4 oz, That is less then 1 lb.

Are you telling me you can't carry a mere pound of weight?

I am only 5' 8" and 140 lbs and I have no trouble at all carrying a pound of extra weight all day.

Just sayin' it would be no problem for me.

People just like to whine is all. "Oh nuuu 3 SAK layers instead of 2? That's just WAYYYYYYYY TOO MUCH. I'll never be able to carry that without breaking my back." Psh it's just a weird form of virtue signalling from people who spend too much of their time on the internet all day and not enough out there actually doing stuff. No hate but it is super pathetic.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 05, 2017, 05:45:52 AM
My YouTube adsense is doing pretty well this year. Might just wait a couple weeks and add that in to get a SwissChamp XLT for my bday instead. Dat spatula  :climber:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on September 05, 2017, 05:51:04 AM
My YouTube adsense is doing pretty well this year. Might just wait a couple weeks and add that in to get a SwissChamp XLT for my bday instead. Dat spatula  :climber:
What's your YouTube channel?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 05, 2017, 09:02:21 AM
My YouTube adsense is doing pretty well this year. Might just wait a couple weeks and add that in to get a SwissChamp XLT for my bday instead. Dat spatula  :climber:
What's your YouTube channel?

It's the same as my username here.  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on September 05, 2017, 09:05:14 AM
My YouTube adsense is doing pretty well this year. Might just wait a couple weeks and add that in to get a SwissChamp XLT for my bday instead. Dat spatula  :climber:
What's your YouTube channel? (http://emoji.tapatalk-cdn.com/emoji16.png)

It's the same as my username here.  :cheers:


 :cheers:


not one video related to MT or SAK tho  :pok:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on September 05, 2017, 09:07:22 AM
Carry question for you SC champs. LOL!
I don't wear belts. I find them uncomfortable more often than not. I have my iPhone in an Otterbox Defender. It comes with a pocket clip "holster". You've probably seen them.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170905/29dc19c175106aa3d03c41357870922e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170905/e4d39f43922ba366aa1fe1ce419964b0.jpg)

Is there something like this for the SC?
I want a Champ, but I'm wondering how comfortable pocket carry will be. I pocket EDC a Craftsman which is pretty large. Perhaps I could pocket a Champ too, but it seems just a bit thicker than the Craftsman. So I'd b  willing to use a case but not on a belt.

Options? Ideas?

Thanks.


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Ive never seen anything like that for the SAK, but options here in my country are not as wide as in the US  :think:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 05, 2017, 09:30:34 AM
My YouTube adsense is doing pretty well this year. Might just wait a couple weeks and add that in to get a SwissChamp XLT for my bday instead. Dat spatula  :climber:
What's your YouTube channel? (http://emoji.tapatalk-cdn.com/emoji16.png)

It's the same as my username here.  :cheers:


 :cheers:


not one video related to MT or SAK tho  :pok:

I only just got a Classic SD and can't get swisschamp yet. Not much to video about a multitool for me tho, it's more the unseen hero behind the scenes making sure everything work.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on September 05, 2017, 09:34:03 AM
My YouTube adsense is doing pretty well this year. Might just wait a couple weeks and add that in to get a SwissChamp XLT for my bday instead. Dat spatula  :climber:
What's your YouTube channel? (http://emoji.tapatalk-cdn.com/emoji16.png)

It's the same as my username here.  :cheers:


 :cheers:


not one video related to MT or SAK tho  :pok:

I only just got a Classic SD and can't get swisschamp yet. Not much to video about a multitool for me tho, it's more the unseen hero behind the scenes making sure everything work.


Someday in the future, mehopes  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 05, 2017, 11:17:15 AM
My YouTube adsense is doing pretty well this year. Might just wait a couple weeks and add that in to get a SwissChamp XLT for my bday instead. Dat spatula  :climber:
What's your YouTube channel? (http://emoji.tapatalk-cdn.com/emoji16.png)

It's the same as my username here.  :cheers:


 :cheers:


not one video related to MT or SAK tho  :pok:

I only just got a Classic SD and can't get swisschamp yet. Not much to video about a multitool for me tho, it's more the unseen hero behind the scenes making sure everything work.


Someday in the future, mehopes  :tu:

Hehe maybe, I do like to tinker around with things. SwissChamp will be very helpful in setting up antennas.  8) :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on September 06, 2017, 09:28:51 PM
Carry question for you SC champs. LOL!
I don't wear belts. I find them uncomfortable more often than not. I have my iPhone in an Otterbox Defender. It comes with a pocket clip "holster". You've probably seen them.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170905/29dc19c175106aa3d03c41357870922e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170905/e4d39f43922ba366aa1fe1ce419964b0.jpg)

Is there something like this for the SC?
I want a Champ, but I'm wondering how comfortable pocket carry will be. I pocket EDC a Craftsman which is pretty large. Perhaps I could pocket a Champ too, but it seems just a bit thicker than the Craftsman. So I'd b  willing to use a case but not on a belt.

Options? Ideas?

Thanks.


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There is a sheath from Victorinox for the SC which has a rotatable clip allowing the wearer to clip the sheath to trousers without a belt, with detents that permit wearing it horizontally, vertically or diagonally. Maybe that is an option?

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on September 08, 2017, 01:43:54 AM
I would. The swisschamp's a great blade to carry! :cheers:


For now, I'll be bringing it with me by pouch carry  :cheers:

That's what I've done with mine since day 1. It's the easiest way to carry that beast! :cheers:


Today was Day 1 of my SC carry. Since I only carry a small pouch, I decided to leave my Charge TTi in the house and replace it with the SC. I'm a bit apprehensive though since we here in the Philippine capital are just waiting for the Big One (7.2 earthquake), and for now I feel more comfortable if I have the Charge rather than the SC with me in a major disaster.

But come to think of it, the SC has more tools and requires less maintenance when it comes to rust. Plus its a lighter and more compact carry than the Charge. Hmmmm.


 :like:

If I had to choose only one, I would pick the Swiss Champ, but, in your situation, (during the days you are expecting the earthquake) you might consider carrying the Swiss Champ in your pouch, and using the pocket clip on the Charge TTI, clipping the Charge TTi inside your pants pocket, and you would have both on you in the event the earthquake hits.

Just a possible option to consider.
You don't really get to expect earthquakes. They don't have much warning when they happen.

And a Swisschamp plus a Charge TTI? At that point he should also carry a tire iron and a full sized sledge hammer, cause it wouldn't be much more weight after carrying those two tools together!

The combined weight of a Swiss Champ and a Charge TTI is 15.4 oz, That is less then 1 lb.

Are you telling me you can't carry a mere pound of weight?

I am only 5' 8" and 140 lbs and I have no trouble at all carrying a pound of extra weight all day.

Just sayin' it would be no problem for me.

People just like to whine is all. "Oh nuuu 3 SAK layers instead of 2? That's just WAYYYYYYYY TOO MUCH. I'll never be able to carry that without breaking my back." Psh it's just a weird form of virtue signalling from people who spend too much of their time on the internet all day and not enough out there actually doing stuff. No hate but it is super pathetic.

 :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on September 08, 2017, 01:51:11 AM
Carry question for you SC champs. LOL!
I don't wear belts. I find them uncomfortable more often than not. I have my iPhone in an Otterbox Defender. It comes with a pocket clip "holster". You've probably seen them.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170905/29dc19c175106aa3d03c41357870922e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170905/e4d39f43922ba366aa1fe1ce419964b0.jpg)

Is there something like this for the SC?
I want a Champ, but I'm wondering how comfortable pocket carry will be. I pocket EDC a Craftsman which is pretty large. Perhaps I could pocket a Champ too, but it seems just a bit thicker than the Craftsman. So I'd b  willing to use a case but not on a belt.

Options? Ideas?

Thanks.


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If you wear jeans, you can cut material from the leg or back pocket of an old pair of jeans and make a pocket to sew on the right side between the right front pocket and the right rear pocket.

Since it is on the side, it does not get in the way when you sit.

Here is a picture:


Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 08, 2017, 06:02:48 AM
 :whistle: Well I'm getting my SwissChamp in the mail this Tuesday September 12. :mail: I got the free 2 day prime shipping but from a 3rd party amazon fufilled seller so I wouldn't have to pay sales tax. They just screw you by shipping it a wee bit slower nowwhen you don't buy from them these past couple years lol will probably be poorly packaged too SMH. $61 tho

No XLT this time, was going to but got the $100 i get every bday was on a prepaid visa this time. Oh well regular champ is just as great. :mail:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on September 08, 2017, 03:18:23 PM
:whistle: Well I'm getting my SwissChamp in the mail this Tuesday September 12. :mail: I got the free 2 day prime shipping but from a 3rd party amazon fufilled seller so I wouldn't have to pay sales tax. They just screw you by shipping it a wee bit slower nowwhen you don't buy from them these past couple years lol will probably be poorly packaged too SMH. $61 tho

No XLT this time, was going to but got the $100 i get every bday was on a prepaid visa this time. Oh well regular champ is just as great. :mail:

Congratulations on getting a Swiss Champ. I think you will find it very useful.

You got it at a good price too! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on September 08, 2017, 03:20:48 PM
+1 - The Swisschamp is ace! Happy birthday again  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tired_Yeti on September 08, 2017, 10:21:06 PM
:whistle: Well I'm getting my SwissChamp in the mail this Tuesday September 12. :mail: I got the free 2 day prime shipping but from a 3rd party amazon fufilled seller so I wouldn't have to pay sales tax. They just screw you by shipping it a wee bit slower nowwhen you don't buy from them these past couple years lol will probably be poorly packaged too SMH. $61 tho

No XLT this time, was going to but got the $100 i get every bday was on a prepaid visa this time. Oh well regular champ is just as great. :mail:
Happy 100th birthday!


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Huntsman on September 08, 2017, 11:47:06 PM
If you wear jeans, you can cut material from the leg or back pocket of an old pair of jeans and make a pocket to sew on the right side between the right front pocket and the right rear pocket.
Since it is on the side, it does not get in the way when you sit.
Here is a picture:

 :like:

Nice one  - Think I'd make it a bit shorter tho'
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 09, 2017, 04:07:48 AM
+1 - The Swisschamp is ace! Happy birthday again  :cheers:

Thanks. Can't wait to finally get it :climber:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tired_Yeti on September 09, 2017, 06:15:27 AM
Carry question for you SC champs. LOL!
I don't wear belts. I find them uncomfortable more often than not. I have my iPhone in an Otterbox Defender. It comes with a pocket clip "holster". You've probably seen them.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170905/29dc19c175106aa3d03c41357870922e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170905/e4d39f43922ba366aa1fe1ce419964b0.jpg)

Is there something like this for the SC?
I want a Champ, but I'm wondering how comfortable pocket carry will be. I pocket EDC a Craftsman which is pretty large. Perhaps I could pocket a Champ too, but it seems just a bit thicker than the Craftsman. So I'd b  willing to use a case but not on a belt.

Options? Ideas?

Thanks.


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If you wear jeans, you can cut material from the leg or back pocket of an old pair of jeans and make a pocket to sew on the right side between the right front pocket and the right rear pocket.

Since it is on the side, it does not get in the way when you sit.
Hey, that's not a bad idea.



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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 09, 2017, 06:46:20 AM
If you wear jeans, you can cut material from the leg or back pocket of an old pair of jeans and make a pocket to sew on the right side between the right front pocket and the right rear pocket.
Since it is on the side, it does not get in the way when you sit.
Here is a picture:

 :like:

Nice one  - Think I'd make it a bit shorter tho'

How do you get Swiss Army Knight under your username?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Steinar on September 09, 2017, 08:54:48 AM
How do you get Swiss Army Knight under your username?

By being one.

https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,55952.0.html
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 09, 2017, 09:45:51 AM
How do you get Swiss Army Knight under your username?

By being one.

https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,55952.0.html

Oh nice. I'll wait until SwissChamp arrives and post that as the new EDC instead of my classic.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on September 09, 2017, 06:10:06 PM
If you wear jeans, you can cut material from the leg or back pocket of an old pair of jeans and make a pocket to sew on the right side between the right front pocket and the right rear pocket.
Since it is on the side, it does not get in the way when you sit.
Here is a picture:

 :like:

Nice one  - Think I'd make it a bit shorter tho'

The reason the pocket is as long as it is, is that it will also fit a knife the size of a Buck 110 folder.

I always carry one Swiss Champ in my left front pocket in a denim pouch, and I usually have a second Swiss Champ in the sewn-on pocket.

I have used 2 Swiss Champs at the same time to loosen a nut from a bolt or to loosen two opposing phillips screws, etc.

Once in a while I will carry a large lockback folder in the sewn-on pouch. That pouch will hold a large variety of knife sizes.

If a person is only going to carry SAKS in the pocket, it would be better to have it shorter.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: MusicMen on September 10, 2017, 12:53:33 AM
If you wear jeans, you can cut material from the leg or back pocket of an old pair of jeans and make a pocket to sew on the right side between the right front pocket and the right rear pocket.
Since it is on the side, it does not get in the way when you sit.
Here is a picture:

 :like:

Nice one  - Think I'd make it a bit shorter tho'

How do you get Swiss Army Knight under your username?
Please look here (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,55952.msg985201.html#msg985201).
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: George S on September 10, 2017, 01:05:15 PM
fantastic sak that needs a club of its own

Absolutely!

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ghxSEd6BA0s0FI7x38GraYHY10Xw64ax-n119-ZWCiWIWX1yE-0y9uYoMPyR6ScTpbunNuW555xxlHf9iaLBCocRZSjCwsY8dbKQIjVPObrQpeYwFCdtaudrblLEDakRN8prgWDR6KAey_oOgfwjiJrNl5T1PDMIeUIxbYCLikcA-Lc9XXpaSWTJaZaMB8EStdXTS06bIQG5k-9bkr3Bi1A0Bhl-gyU_bXZN_QORSgz7lK_PiGQKDQcq16A2wzIl5HTKLr6nXipx0bjsBVtQ1ossT0cdZ1VTfSiMlwXy__iFM4vdUz71ei_Qrz897WHUwaOQqn9OGtesOnPQAbX1jv9eG_fnOBNlFvbYYoSe6mETMq25FTzzr_NDh_kxZbeCu49BIE8Nxa0ofjRYz269vg-44PBsWj5mzBRR_gkWxlagYwTEIfD4I5CuX0GKJKZaRe8lriuuCyi2On_YuaB3TMKYKStKg57WXJ_Yc1PfgrCrvSw5Zs1cA8E7YcVuTvA2lPRysoZQgY9cv4FiXSyvTRQVZsXiqy5tAb7CJwHkL1Qf-QcorXFtdnftwlpoCwyD9h3RJz6x_iaPRUo2IVch072bC7FCrABg5eH0cVOoEUNEikGBasP1A=w1108-h831-no)

Does one still get to be in the SwissChampClub if one bought one's Swisschamp purely for modding?  :whistle:

Hmmm, when does a Swisschamp stop being a Swisschamp...?  ???
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: El Corkscrew on September 10, 2017, 04:46:55 PM
fantastic sak that needs a club of its own

Absolutely!

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ghxSEd6BA0s0FI7x38GraYHY10Xw64ax-n119-ZWCiWIWX1yE-0y9uYoMPyR6ScTpbunNuW555xxlHf9iaLBCocRZSjCwsY8dbKQIjVPObrQpeYwFCdtaudrblLEDakRN8prgWDR6KAey_oOgfwjiJrNl5T1PDMIeUIxbYCLikcA-Lc9XXpaSWTJaZaMB8EStdXTS06bIQG5k-9bkr3Bi1A0Bhl-gyU_bXZN_QORSgz7lK_PiGQKDQcq16A2wzIl5HTKLr6nXipx0bjsBVtQ1ossT0cdZ1VTfSiMlwXy__iFM4vdUz71ei_Qrz897WHUwaOQqn9OGtesOnPQAbX1jv9eG_fnOBNlFvbYYoSe6mETMq25FTzzr_NDh_kxZbeCu49BIE8Nxa0ofjRYz269vg-44PBsWj5mzBRR_gkWxlagYwTEIfD4I5CuX0GKJKZaRe8lriuuCyi2On_YuaB3TMKYKStKg57WXJ_Yc1PfgrCrvSw5Zs1cA8E7YcVuTvA2lPRysoZQgY9cv4FiXSyvTRQVZsXiqy5tAb7CJwHkL1Qf-QcorXFtdnftwlpoCwyD9h3RJz6x_iaPRUo2IVch072bC7FCrABg5eH0cVOoEUNEikGBasP1A=w1108-h831-no)

Does one still get to be in the SwissChampClub if one bought one's Swisschamp purely for modding?  :whistle:

Hmmm, when does a Swisschamp stop being a Swisschamp...?  ???

I'd say at less than 7 layers.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 12, 2017, 03:46:59 PM
SwissChamp comes in today  :ahhh super excited. Woke up early. Just 5 more hours til usual UPS drop off time :3 :pok:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on September 12, 2017, 03:49:45 PM
 :popcorn:

Is it time yet?
Title: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tired_Yeti on September 12, 2017, 07:57:20 PM
SwissChamp comes in today  :ahhh super excited. Woke up early. Just 5 more hours til usual UPS drop off time :3 :pok:
If I hadn't blown my wad buying ResQMe car escape tools for the family, I'd be buying a SwissChamp right now. Call me Mr. Jealous!


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on September 12, 2017, 11:08:00 PM
SwissChamp comes in today  :ahhh super excited. Woke up early. Just 5 more hours til usual UPS drop off time :3 :pok:


 :woohoo:


Im also excited for you! Congrats in advance! Looking forward to your membership as SA Knight (Lady?)!  :SAKnight:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 13, 2017, 01:11:42 AM
SwissChamp comes in today  :ahhh super excited. Woke up early. Just 5 more hours til usual UPS drop off time :3 :pok:


 :woohoo:


Im also excited for you! Congrats in advance! Looking forward to your membership as SA Knight (Lady?)!  :SAKnight:

Thanks :3 I'll go dat that now. Spent a lil while cleaning all the extra oil off the back tools but now it's clean and opens really smooth. Loving it!  :climber:

(http://i.imgur.com/WO594yKh.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: El Corkscrew on September 13, 2017, 01:14:00 AM
SwissChamp comes in today  :ahhh super excited. Woke up early. Just 5 more hours til usual UPS drop off time :3 :pok:


 :woohoo:


Im also excited for you! Congrats in advance! Looking forward to your membership as SA Knight (Lady?)!  :SAKnight:

Thanks :3 I'll go dat that now. Spent a lil while cleaning all the extra oil off the back tools but now it's clean and opens really smooth. Loving it!  :climber:

(http://i.imgur.com/WO594yKh.jpg)

 :tu: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: AimlessWanderer on September 13, 2017, 01:43:26 AM
SwissChamp comes in today  :ahhh super excited. Woke up early. Just 5 more hours til usual UPS drop off time :3 :pok:


 :woohoo:


Im also excited for you! Congrats in advance! Looking forward to your membership as SA Knight (Lady?)!  :SAKnight:

Thanks :3 I'll go dat that now. Spent a lil while cleaning all the extra oil off the back tools but now it's clean and opens really smooth. Loving it!  :climber:

(http://i.imgur.com/WO594yKh.jpg)

That's a big step up from a Classic  : :P :tu:

I'm sure you'll have fun trying it out and finding excuses to use all the tools over the next week or so  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 13, 2017, 01:53:19 AM
SwissChamp comes in today  :ahhh super excited. Woke up early. Just 5 more hours til usual UPS drop off time :3 :pok:


 :woohoo:


Im also excited for you! Congrats in advance! Looking forward to your membership as SA Knight (Lady?)!  :SAKnight:

Thanks :3 I'll go dat that now. Spent a lil while cleaning all the extra oil off the back tools but now it's clean and opens really smooth. Loving it!  :climber:

(http://i.imgur.com/WO594yKh.jpg)

That's a big step up from a Classic  : :P :tu:

I'm sure you'll have fun trying it out and finding excuses to use all the tools over the next week or so  :D

Yeah I really went full throttle on this one haha now I don't have to worry about not having a certain tool when I need it while tinkering around haha :mail:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on September 13, 2017, 02:20:29 AM
SwissChamp comes in today  :ahhh super excited. Woke up early. Just 5 more hours til usual UPS drop off time :3 :pok:


 :woohoo:


Im also excited for you! Congrats in advance! Looking forward to your membership as SA Knight (Lady?)!  :SAKnight:

Thanks :3 I'll go dat that now. Spent a lil while cleaning all the extra oil off the back tools but now it's clean and opens really smooth. Loving it!  :climber:

(http://i.imgur.com/WO594yKh.jpg)

That's a big step up from a Classic  : :P :tu:

I'm sure you'll have fun trying it out and finding excuses to use all the tools over the next week or so  :D

Yeah I really went full throttle on this one haha now I don't have to worry about not having a certain tool when I need it while tinkering around haha :mail:


You might want to give it a full bath by taking out all the accessories (tweezers, toothtpick, pen), soaking it in warm, soapy water for an hour, brushing all the nooks and crevices with a toothbrush with soap, let it airdry and then lightly oil the joints. I'm sure it will feel also new after. Congrats again!  :climber: :tu: :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tired_Yeti on September 13, 2017, 02:47:55 AM
Congrats, Kandi!!

I'm looking forward to getting a SC myself.
Let me know what you think of the magnifier.

In fact, if anyone with experience can tell me how well it works for starting fire, I'd be grateful.


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 13, 2017, 07:55:17 AM
Congrats, Kandi!!

I'm looking forward to getting a SC myself.
Let me know what you think of the magnifier.

In fact, if anyone with experience can tell me how well it works for starting fire, I'd be grateful.


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I used it a bit today, really like it. Lens is glass again now on the latest one so that's nice. I too was wondeeing about the fire thing so I looked it up on youtube and it seems to work fine, just need something with a lower ignition temperature. My favorite is the video of it lighting a cigarette, I'll have to try that sometime if I find a fresh one.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on September 13, 2017, 01:57:28 PM
Congrats, Kandi!!

I'm looking forward to getting a SC myself.
Let me know what you think of the magnifier.

In fact, if anyone with experience can tell me how well it works for starting fire, I'd be grateful.


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I used it a bit today, really like it. Lens is glass again now on the latest one so that's nice. I too was wondeeing about the fire thing so I looked it up on youtube and it seems to work fine, just need something with a lower ignition temperature. My favorite is the video of it lighting a cigarette, I'll have to try that sometime if I find a fresh one.

Congratulations on the new Swiss Champ!
Sounds like you are off to a good start finding uses for it. :like: :tu: :tu: :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 13, 2017, 11:28:39 PM
Congrats, Kandi!!

I'm looking forward to getting a SC myself.
Let me know what you think of the magnifier.

In fact, if anyone with experience can tell me how well it works for starting fire, I'd be grateful.


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I used it a bit today, really like it. Lens is glass again now on the latest one so that's nice. I too was wondeeing about the fire thing so I looked it up on youtube and it seems to work fine, just need something with a lower ignition temperature. My favorite is the video of it lighting a cigarette, I'll have to try that sometime if I find a fresh one.

Congratulations on the new Swiss Champ!
Sounds like you are off to a good start finding uses for it. :like: :tu: :tu: :cheers:

Thanks  :like: Yeti had me curious so I went outside today and gave the magnifier a try on some things naturally found in my part of the desert here. A leaf was the best I could find that was common, there's a dead mushroom in my yard though those are rare. I might give a try later just because since I saw a video of someone crushing up what looked like the top of the shroom and setting it ablaze with the SwissChamp. Anyways I took some of the dark dry leaves and while I was able to singe them pretty fast no ember stuck.

(https://i.imgur.com/ouUXJJo.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 13, 2017, 11:44:36 PM
So here's the leftover mushroom. It's been under the bush in the front yard since 2015 and doesn't look like one anymore but I saved it anyway lol

(https://i.imgur.com/pX1wMii.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on September 14, 2017, 06:47:30 AM
SwissChamp comes in today  :ahhh super excited. Woke up early. Just 5 more hours til usual UPS drop off time :3 :pok:


 :woohoo:


Im also excited for you! Congrats in advance! Looking forward to your membership as SA Knight (Lady?)!  :SAKnight:

Thanks :3 I'll go dat that now. Spent a lil while cleaning all the extra oil off the back tools but now it's clean and opens really smooth. Loving it!  :climber:

(http://i.imgur.com/WO594yKh.jpg)

:like:

Congratulations on your Swiss Champ!  The SC is a special SAK. My favorite is the Explorer (hard to resist...keep buying them) but the Swiss Champ is very high on my list of favorites.  I have lost track of how many I have but I think it's more than 10.

:cheers:

:jedi:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on September 20, 2017, 11:14:18 AM
I just got a leather pouch I ordered for horizontal belt carry of my SC, made by a local leather shop for $7.50. The design is not perfectly cut, the leather is soft but seem study enough. I have mixed feelings about the result but it feels my SC won't accidentally fall off when I carry it. This now enables me to make the SC part of my daily carry, together with Super Tinker (in pocket caddy) and Leatherman Charge (in a bag)



(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/12ea64679b664474816cb108c6daacbc.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/a127b81afcdd5a03bd249bf18aceca68.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/eea8192b82822df6b9c9611dc34bfa09.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/fbd9304555b505d40f4ffb0bc390654d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/e6944de2ec04be8f81f5b9567a29f413.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/f97ab9686572cea9594b94f057a688f9.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/d16d027b7731f8f49800b6d429c2c8ae.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/6ae59457e795eac10d3da70e7c040df7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/ff32def81fc84447b8f83e8c58564000.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on September 20, 2017, 11:20:25 AM
That will protect the SC well an0nemus - would probably be a bit better if it wasn't so soft, but still a nice pouch.  :salute:

Here's my beloved Swissclump beneath the rest of todays carry:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on September 20, 2017, 11:24:27 AM
The leather choices were limited, and I didn't want thick ones like what Leatherman uses. Also, implementation of knife laws in our country is becoming crazy that SAKs are even targeted by some; so I want it to be as discrete as possible  :whistle:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 20, 2017, 12:29:32 PM
I just got a leather pouch I ordered for horizontal belt carry of my SC, made by a local leather shop for $7.50. The design is not perfectly cut, the leather is soft but seem study enough. I have mixed feelings about the result but it feels my SC won't accidentally fall off when I carry it. This now enables me to make the SC part of my daily carry, together with Super Tinker (in pocket caddy) and Leatherman Charge (in a bag)



(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/12ea64679b664474816cb108c6daacbc.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/a127b81afcdd5a03bd249bf18aceca68.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/eea8192b82822df6b9c9611dc34bfa09.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/fbd9304555b505d40f4ffb0bc390654d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/e6944de2ec04be8f81f5b9567a29f413.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/f97ab9686572cea9594b94f057a688f9.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/d16d027b7731f8f49800b6d429c2c8ae.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/6ae59457e795eac10d3da70e7c040df7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/ff32def81fc84447b8f83e8c58564000.jpg)

Nice, I have a similar sized flip phone holster from a long time ago similarily sized. I'll have to try that out. I think my 4oz Pepper Spray can holster could do it too, that one is vertical tho.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on September 20, 2017, 02:00:43 PM
I just got a leather pouch I ordered for horizontal belt carry of my SC, made by a local leather shop for $7.50. The design is not perfectly cut, the leather is soft but seem study enough. I have mixed feelings about the result but it feels my SC won't accidentally fall off when I carry it. This now enables me to make the SC part of my daily carry, together with Super Tinker (in pocket caddy) and Leatherman Charge (in a bag)



(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/12ea64679b664474816cb108c6daacbc.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/a127b81afcdd5a03bd249bf18aceca68.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/eea8192b82822df6b9c9611dc34bfa09.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/fbd9304555b505d40f4ffb0bc390654d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/e6944de2ec04be8f81f5b9567a29f413.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/f97ab9686572cea9594b94f057a688f9.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/d16d027b7731f8f49800b6d429c2c8ae.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/6ae59457e795eac10d3da70e7c040df7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/ff32def81fc84447b8f83e8c58564000.jpg)

Nice, I have a similar sized flip phone holster from a long time ago similarily sized. I'll have to try that out. I think my 4oz Pepper Spray can holster could do it too, that one is vertical tho.
Bought a $2 phone pouch a few weeks ago but the quality is so flimsy that I'm afraid my SC will fall off without me noticing it. I contemplated putting a chain but deemed it cumbersome. So I had one made.

How do you carry your SC these days?

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/e54b0b971b77a6266811d0516428877e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/64d82e3ebd6b1321ccedc950066d178e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/afa5cd8cefe949c96159090700fb2013.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/19baa322265a6a23a074f5dae697d114.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/72c4644350451cdb1c717fefa645e98c.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on September 20, 2017, 02:09:53 PM
Mines on a belt dangler that also serves as a neck lanyard for when I'm carrying something a little thinner:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on September 20, 2017, 02:11:43 PM
Is that daily carry, magentus?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on September 20, 2017, 02:14:11 PM
Every day since May an0nemus. Thanks to the dangler it hangs nicely in my pocket and I really don't know it's there. When I do need it...........WHAM! it's out and ready before you know it!  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on September 20, 2017, 02:25:14 PM
Wow. That's dedication!  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on September 20, 2017, 02:32:12 PM
 :cheers: It was a birthday present from my wife and daughter so I like to keep it close. I plan on modding it to a Swiss SuperChamp as soon as my parts arrive  :ahhh
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 20, 2017, 02:38:51 PM
I just got a leather pouch I ordered for horizontal belt carry of my SC, made by a local leather shop for $7.50. The design is not perfectly cut, the leather is soft but seem study enough. I have mixed feelings about the result but it feels my SC won't accidentally fall off when I carry it. This now enables me to make the SC part of my daily carry, together with Super Tinker (in pocket caddy) and Leatherman Charge (in a bag)



(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/12ea64679b664474816cb108c6daacbc.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/a127b81afcdd5a03bd249bf18aceca68.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/eea8192b82822df6b9c9611dc34bfa09.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/fbd9304555b505d40f4ffb0bc390654d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/e6944de2ec04be8f81f5b9567a29f413.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/f97ab9686572cea9594b94f057a688f9.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/d16d027b7731f8f49800b6d429c2c8ae.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/6ae59457e795eac10d3da70e7c040df7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/ff32def81fc84447b8f83e8c58564000.jpg)

Nice, I have a similar sized flip phone holster from a long time ago similarily sized. I'll have to try that out. I think my 4oz Pepper Spray can holster could do it too, that one is vertical tho.
Bought a $2 phone pouch a few weeks ago but the quality is so flimsy that I'm afraid my SC will fall off without me noticing it. I contemplated putting a chain but deemed it cumbersome. So I had one made.

How do you carry your SC these days?

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/e54b0b971b77a6266811d0516428877e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/64d82e3ebd6b1321ccedc950066d178e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/afa5cd8cefe949c96159090700fb2013.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/19baa322265a6a23a074f5dae697d114.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/72c4644350451cdb1c717fefa645e98c.jpg)

I carry my SwissChamp in the pocket watch pocket aka 5th pocket of my jeans  :D It slips in nicely and still has a little extra room. I have it in the pocket all day and don't notice it until I need it :hatsoff: :hatsoff: :hatsoff: :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on September 20, 2017, 03:21:09 PM
:cheers: It was a birthday present from my wife and daughter so I like to keep it close. I plan on modding it to a Swiss SuperChamp as soon as my parts arrive  :ahhh


now thats something to look forward to  :drool:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on September 20, 2017, 03:23:26 PM
I just got a leather pouch I ordered for horizontal belt carry of my SC, made by a local leather shop for $7.50. The design is not perfectly cut, the leather is soft but seem study enough. I have mixed feelings about the result but it feels my SC won't accidentally fall off when I carry it. This now enables me to make the SC part of my daily carry, together with Super Tinker (in pocket caddy) and Leatherman Charge (in a bag)



(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/12ea64679b664474816cb108c6daacbc.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/a127b81afcdd5a03bd249bf18aceca68.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/eea8192b82822df6b9c9611dc34bfa09.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/fbd9304555b505d40f4ffb0bc390654d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/e6944de2ec04be8f81f5b9567a29f413.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/f97ab9686572cea9594b94f057a688f9.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/d16d027b7731f8f49800b6d429c2c8ae.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/6ae59457e795eac10d3da70e7c040df7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/ff32def81fc84447b8f83e8c58564000.jpg)

Nice, I have a similar sized flip phone holster from a long time ago similarily sized. I'll have to try that out. I think my 4oz Pepper Spray can holster could do it too, that one is vertical tho.
Bought a $2 phone pouch a few weeks ago but the quality is so flimsy that I'm afraid my SC will fall off without me noticing it. I contemplated putting a chain but deemed it cumbersome. So I had one made.

How do you carry your SC these days?

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/e54b0b971b77a6266811d0516428877e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/64d82e3ebd6b1321ccedc950066d178e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/afa5cd8cefe949c96159090700fb2013.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/19baa322265a6a23a074f5dae697d114.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170920/72c4644350451cdb1c717fefa645e98c.jpg)

I carry my SwissChamp in the pocket watch pocket aka 5th pocket of my jeans  :D It slips in nicely and still has a little extra room. I have it in the pocket all day and don't notice it until I need it :hatsoff: :hatsoff: :hatsoff: :hatsoff:


All my pocket watches cant accommodate my SC; I think the next time I shop for jeans, I'll bring my SC with me  :think:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on September 21, 2017, 01:11:25 AM
All this talk of Swiss Champs had me curious as to how many I have collected so I decided to do some SAK reorganizing to group like SAKs.  It turns out that I have 11, one of which is a SuperTimer. I don't have a decent photo handy but am attaching a thumbnail picture.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 21, 2017, 01:21:06 AM
All this talk of Swiss Champs had me curious as to how many I have collected so I decided to do some SAK reorganizing to group like SAKs.  It turns out that I have 11, one of which is a SuperTimer. I don't have a decent photo handy but am attaching a thumbnail picture.

Nice. I wonder if you can find the electronic 91mm scales like the XAVT has and buy them. That would be fun to put on the SwissChamp  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on September 21, 2017, 07:11:09 AM
All this talk of Swiss Champs had me curious as to how many I have collected so I decided to do some SAK reorganizing to group like SAKs.  It turns out that I have 11, one of which is a SuperTimer. I don't have a decent photo handy but am attaching a thumbnail picture.

Nice. I wonder if you can find the electronic 91mm scales like the XAVT has and buy them. That would be fun to put on the SwissChamp  :D

It would be great if that was the case! There are other SAKs like the Traveller Lite, Voyager Lite & Altimeter Plus that have the electronic scales but I don't see any mechanism for replacement other than the Victorinox lifetime warranty. The Timer and SuperTimer are other examples of major scale functionality and I don't think that there are replacement scales available (otherwise, collectors could make their own Timers and SuperTimers): https://smartknives.com/Victorinox-Standard-Knives/SuperTimer.htm

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 21, 2017, 07:22:07 AM
All this talk of Swiss Champs had me curious as to how many I have collected so I decided to do some SAK reorganizing to group like SAKs.  It turns out that I have 11, one of which is a SuperTimer. I don't have a decent photo handy but am attaching a thumbnail picture.

Nice. I wonder if you can find the electronic 91mm scales like the XAVT has and buy them. That would be fun to put on the SwissChamp  :D

It would be great if that was the case! There are other SAKs like the Traveller Lite, Voyager Lite & Altimeter Plus that have the electronic scales but I don't see any mechanism for replacement other than the Victorinox lifetime warranty. The Timer and SuperTimer are other examples of major scale functionality and I don't think that there are replacement scales available (otherwise, collectors could make their own Timers and SuperTimers): https://smartknives.com/Victorinox-Standard-Knives/SuperTimer.htm

Ah that's right my bad. I forgot it was to integrated into the knife itself. I remember now because I was thinking before if you could just put regular solid red plus scales on the XAVT too look like a regular champ. Would love to see a regular full rez of your super timer some time. That's pretty cool, love analog watches.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on September 21, 2017, 06:41:31 PM
Just checking in here.

The scales have changed, but this is my same beloved SC gifted to me by my wife a few years ago (even has my initials on the blade!) :D :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 21, 2017, 06:45:27 PM
 :tu: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on September 21, 2017, 06:52:52 PM
Thanks, and that's my Pioneer X next to it.

I've been drooling over the prospect of an XLT... It has every single implement I desire on it, and just a few layers more than the classic SC.

Are those of you who own an XLT happy with it?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on September 21, 2017, 07:40:23 PM
Swisschamp roadying for Brontosaurus Rex
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on September 21, 2017, 08:20:30 PM
Camo today...

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4326/35327268554_e44b1e3eca_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/VPKua9)Swiss Champ Camo (https://flic.kr/p/VPKua9) by Jim Person (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148245174@N07/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on September 21, 2017, 10:21:01 PM
CAMO scales!!    Awlsome!!!!  :D :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 21, 2017, 11:46:00 PM
Thanks, and that's my Pioneer X next to it.

I've been drooling over the prospect of an XLT... It has every single implement I desire on it, and just a few layers more than the classic SC.

Are those of you who own an XLT happy with it?

I too would absolutely love an XLT.  Pruner blade, electric wire scraper blade, cockroach flicking spatula/drink mixer. I would use them a lot. I do wish it had regular solid red scales though but that's just an aesthetic thing and can always be swapped out. Oh and the bit driver too, with some of the odd little electronics and radios i tinker with that's always useful.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 22, 2017, 04:16:38 AM
Mags, the crew looks good!!  Nice turnout!!  :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on September 22, 2017, 09:51:42 AM
Cheers Baz - the rest of the crew were hovering over by the escape pod because usually at some point during the rehearsal some bolts blow under the pressure of the heaviness of the toonz. Didn't happen this time so they just looked like a bunch of cowardly pigeons.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on September 22, 2017, 03:25:33 PM
Yesterday, I used my SC to fix a stubborn spare bedroom door which just didn't want to catch.

I am super impressed with the strength of its pliers, which I used to bend the catch plate parts into better position. I have used them many times before but never exerted this amount of force.

One of the screws was a bugger and required a good deal of umph to turn. No problem for this Phillips- which did not waver, twist or strip in any way  :tu:

The chisel has quickly become one of my most valued tools. Upon completion of the door project, a brief trip over the fine DMT brought it to razor sharpness.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 22, 2017, 08:56:01 PM
Nice job!  That chisel can be scary sharp!!q
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Obi1shinobee on September 22, 2017, 11:02:51 PM
Yesterday, I used my SC to fix a stubborn spare bedroom door which just didn't want to catch.

I am super impressed with the strength of its pliers, which I used to bend the catch plate parts into better position. I have used them many times before but never exerted this amount of force.

One of the screws was a bugger and required a good deal of umph to turn. No problem for this Phillips- which did not waver, twist or strip in any way  :tu:

The chisel has quickly become one of my most valued tools. Upon completion of the door project, a brief trip over the fine DMT brought it to razor sharpness.

 :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 22, 2017, 11:09:06 PM
Yesterday, I used my SC to fix a stubborn spare bedroom door which just didn't want to catch.

I am super impressed with the strength of its pliers, which I used to bend the catch plate parts into better position. I have used them many times before but never exerted this amount of force.

One of the screws was a bugger and required a good deal of umph to turn. No problem for this Phillips- which did not waver, twist or strip in any way  :tu:

The chisel has quickly become one of my most valued tools. Upon completion of the door project, a brief trip over the fine DMT brought it to razor sharpness.

It was amazing that they were able to put pliers in compactly on a nice pocket knife, even more amazing how strong it is. I have seen pics here of people bending some metal sheets before.

I was messing around last night and found the chisel also pops a chestnut open pretty quick as well.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gerleatherberman on September 22, 2017, 11:59:40 PM
My Champ club entry. My goto desk drawer  tool for minor tasks. Don't use all of the tools, but when I need them, they are there. :climber:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 23, 2017, 12:03:07 AM
My Champ club entry. My goto desk drawer  tool for minor tasks. Don't use all of the tools, but when I need them, they are there. :climber:

Mmh love a good XLT  :drool:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gerleatherberman on September 23, 2017, 12:55:06 AM
My Champ club entry. My goto desk drawer  tool for minor tasks. Don't use all of the tools, but when I need them, they are there. :climber:

Mmh love a good XLT  :drool:
:tu:
I actually replaced a toolkit in my bedroom desk with the champ xlt. Takes up 1/8th the space as the toolkit. :) Works great on a lot of stuff!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on September 23, 2017, 01:00:28 AM
My Champ club entry. My goto desk drawer  tool for minor tasks. Don't use all of the tools, but when I need them, they are there. :climber:

Mmh love a good XLT  :drool:
:tu:
I actually replaced a toolkit in my bedroom desk with the champ xlt. Takes up 1/8th the space as the toolkit. :) Works great on a lot of stuff!
The more I hear mention of the XLT the more I want one! :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gerleatherberman on September 23, 2017, 01:32:42 AM
My Champ club entry. My goto desk drawer  tool for minor tasks. Don't use all of the tools, but when I need them, they are there. :climber:

Mmh love a good XLT  :drool:
:tu:
I actually replaced a toolkit in my bedroom desk with the champ xlt. Takes up 1/8th the space as the toolkit. :) Works great on a lot of stuff!
The more I hear mention of the XLT the more I want one! :)
Keep an eye out on ebay. I see pre-owned champs for good prices sometimes in good condition. Ya never know what you'll find. I got my Vic Spirit for $52 in near mint condition, because it was mis-titled.  :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 23, 2017, 02:03:26 AM
My Champ club entry. My goto desk drawer  tool for minor tasks. Don't use all of the tools, but when I need them, they are there. :climber:

Mmh love a good XLT  :drool:
:tu:
I actually replaced a toolkit in my bedroom desk with the champ xlt. Takes up 1/8th the space as the toolkit. :) Works great on a lot of stuff!
The more I hear mention of the XLT the more I want one! :)

Me too but I didn't enough money  >:(  :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 23, 2017, 02:06:23 AM
My Champ club entry. My goto desk drawer  tool for minor tasks. Don't use all of the tools, but when I need them, they are there. :climber:

Mmh love a good XLT  :drool:
:tu:
I actually replaced a toolkit in my bedroom desk with the champ xlt. Takes up 1/8th the space as the toolkit. :) Works great on a lot of stuff!
The more I hear mention of the XLT the more I want one! :)
Keep an eye out on ebay. I see pre-owned champs for good prices sometimes in good condition. Ya never know what you'll find. I got my Vic Spirit for $52 in near mint condition, because it was mis-titled.  :)

The new ones aren't too badly priced either. Around $170 to 180 new from Switzerland and russia. Much better than amazon and a lot of other stores.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on September 23, 2017, 02:20:24 PM
I just got hold of a Hunstman that I was looking forward to for days. Then when I got it, I realized how the 3-layer Super Tinker is a much better partner in the pocket to my SwissChamp on my belt, since the Huntsman is 4 layers and if ever I'll need a saw I have the SC with me.


I'm curious to know what other SAK(s) do you pair with your SCs?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 23, 2017, 02:24:23 PM
For me, it's either the Minichamp, Swisstool, or a 111. 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on September 23, 2017, 03:43:43 PM
Today's combo, with which I keep ORDER around this Mo ' Fo :)

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on September 24, 2017, 12:23:59 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/QhmSduH.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 24, 2017, 02:22:13 PM
Way to go Sawman!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on September 24, 2017, 08:05:11 PM
I usually carry whatever is new along with my Swisschamp - at the moment it's my BuSchroder,
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 24, 2017, 08:29:42 PM
Mags I miss the Greenwood!  If the crew ever needs more space, I'll make the sacrifice and make room for it here!  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tired_Yeti on September 24, 2017, 08:43:41 PM
Today's combo, with which I keep ORDER around this Mo ' Fo :)
LMAO!!!!


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on September 24, 2017, 08:50:32 PM
Mags I miss the Greenwood!  If the crew ever needs more space, I'll make the sacrifice and make room for it here!  :D
LOL! Thanks for the support Baz! I have plans for the Greenwood ( it lives on my desk so I handle it every day) which involves real wood scales. Sparky415 had some nice oak and walnut to give away at the meet so I'm going to try and makes some nice scales.  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 24, 2017, 08:57:39 PM
Anytime Mags!! :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tired_Yeti on September 26, 2017, 02:22:33 AM
I finally pulled the trigger on a Swiss Champ. (Someone out there is flicking open all the tools on their Swiss Champ looking for the trigger). Should be here by the end of the week. One of the big reasons that pushed me over the edge is that three time in the past week, I've been out of the house and needed a ballpoint pen and didn't have one anywhere around. In addition, it has all the tools I like on my Craftsman plus a few more. How can I go wrong?


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on September 26, 2017, 02:54:02 AM
I finally pulled the trigger on a Swiss Champ. (Someone out there is flicking open all the tools on their Swiss Champ looking for the trigger). Should be here by the end of the week. One of the big reasons that pushed me over the edge is that three time in the past week, I've been out of the house and needed a ballpoint pen and didn't have one anywhere around. In addition, it has all the tools I like on my Craftsman plus a few more. How can I go wrong?


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Congratulations! Can't get wrong with an SC!

Just the other day I walked out of the house with just an SC with me and no other knife and tools and I felt well equipped for the day
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on September 26, 2017, 02:56:12 AM
I finally pulled the trigger on a Swiss Champ. (Someone out there is flicking open all the tools on their Swiss Champ looking for the trigger). Should be here by the end of the week. One of the big reasons that pushed me over the edge is that three time in the past week, I've been out of the house and needed a ballpoint pen and didn't have one anywhere around. In addition, it has all the tools I like on my Craftsman plus a few more. How can I go wrong?


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Congratulations!  I am assuming that you bought a Plus version (Plus scales have room for a Vic pen but standard scales do not).  Here are some photos of my Emerald Swiss Champ with Plus scales:

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4406/37064372430_0a3aab45f7_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/YtfABY)Emerald Swiss Champ - Rear (https://flic.kr/p/YtfABY) by NorCal Jim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148245174@N07/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4361/37064365280_35c447ddf8_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/YtfyuG)Emerald Swiss Champ - Front (https://flic.kr/p/YtfyuG) by NorCal Jim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148245174@N07/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 26, 2017, 03:04:12 AM
Congrats on the new SC Yeti!!  You can't go wrong with one.

Nice scales on yours Jim!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on September 26, 2017, 03:08:54 AM
Congrats on the new SC Yeti!!  You can't go wrong with one.

Nice scales on yours Jim!!

I think we are seeing an increase in enthusiasm for the venerable Swiss Champ! I hope it continues!

:cheers:

Jim
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 26, 2017, 04:28:02 AM
I finally pulled the trigger on a Swiss Champ. (Someone out there is flicking open all the tools on their Swiss Champ looking for the trigger). Should be here by the end of the week. One of the big reasons that pushed me over the edge is that three time in the past week, I've been out of the house and needed a ballpoint pen and didn't have one anywhere around. In addition, it has all the tools I like on my Craftsman plus a few more. How can I go wrong?


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Sweet. The suspense is building hehe ::)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tired_Yeti on September 26, 2017, 05:04:25 AM
Congratulations!  I am assuming that you bought a Plus version (Plus scales have room for a Vic pen but standard scales do not).
It's brand new and advertised as having the ballpoint pen.

If it doesn't...
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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on September 26, 2017, 08:50:53 AM
Congratulations!  I am assuming that you bought a Plus version (Plus scales have room for a Vic pen but standard scales do not).
It's brand new and advertised as having the ballpoint pen.

If it doesn't...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170926/f291e7dc8d20dc80e7b0fe133b094461.jpg)



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 :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: GoatDragon on September 26, 2017, 08:59:43 AM
Congratulations!  I am assuming that you bought a Plus version (Plus scales have room for a Vic pen but standard scales do not).
Every SC I have seen for sale has come with plus scales. Do they sell it with out?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 26, 2017, 09:02:26 AM
Congratulations!  I am assuming that you bought a Plus version (Plus scales have room for a Vic pen but standard scales do not).
Every SC I have seen for sale has come with plus scales. Do they sell it with out?

 :twak: :twak: :twak:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: GoatDragon on September 26, 2017, 09:04:13 AM
Congratulations!  I am assuming that you bought a Plus version (Plus scales have room for a Vic pen but standard scales do not).
Every SC I have seen for sale has come with plus scales. Do they sell it with out?

 :twak: :twak: :twak:
What are you trying to say?  :pok:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on September 26, 2017, 12:26:39 PM
I finally pulled the trigger on a Swiss Champ. (Someone out there is flicking open all the tools on their Swiss Champ looking for the trigger). Should be here by the end of the week. One of the big reasons that pushed me over the edge is that three time in the past week, I've been out of the house and needed a ballpoint pen and didn't have one anywhere around. In addition, it has all the tools I like on my Craftsman plus a few more. How can I go wrong?


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Congratulations on getting a Swiss Champ!
 :cheers: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on September 26, 2017, 04:21:08 PM
Congratulations!  I am assuming that you bought a Plus version (Plus scales have room for a Vic pen but standard scales do not).
Every SC I have seen for sale has come with plus scales. Do they sell it with out?

Plus scales are relatively recent. Many of my Swiss Champs do not have Plus scales. Of course, it is an easy matter to swap existing scales for Plus scales.

Jim
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: m47mu74nt on September 26, 2017, 08:19:59 PM
SC helping to look at that nice IPS display :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on September 26, 2017, 08:58:21 PM
Congrats on your first SC!!  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: GoatDragon on September 26, 2017, 09:38:07 PM
Congratulations!  I am assuming that you bought a Plus version (Plus scales have room for a Vic pen but standard scales do not).
Every SC I have seen for sale has come with plus scales. Do they sell it with out?

Plus scales are relatively recent. Many of my Swiss Champs do not have Plus scales. Of course, it is an easy matter to swap existing scales for Plus scales.

Jim
Okay older Swisschamps came without plus scales for sure. Can you buy a new SC today with out it though?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gene stoner on September 26, 2017, 09:43:36 PM
Congratulations!  I am assuming that you bought a Plus version (Plus scales have room for a Vic pen but standard scales do not).
Every SC I have seen for sale has come with plus scales. Do they sell it with out?

Plus scales are relatively recent. Many of my Swiss Champs do not have Plus scales. Of course, it is an easy matter to swap existing scales for Plus scales.

Jim
Okay older Swisschamps came without plus scales for sure. Can you buy a new SC today with out it though?
Yes but they are usually specialty scales.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tired_Yeti on September 27, 2017, 05:19:05 AM
I think we are seeing an increase in enthusiasm for the venerable Swiss Champ! I hope it continues!

:cheers:

Jim
Unless a person is concerned about carrying a low profile SAK, it seems hard to go wrong with the SC.



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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 27, 2017, 06:52:05 AM
I think we are seeing an increase in enthusiasm for the venerable Swiss Champ! I hope it continues!

:cheers:

Jim
Unless a person is concerned about carrying a low profile SAK, it seems hard to go wrong with the SC.



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I can fit it in the pocket watch pocket of my jeans with ease and not notice so profile isn't much issue. Is the anxiety building as you wait for it to arrive in the mail?  :climber: :mail:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on September 27, 2017, 03:22:02 PM
I think we are seeing an increase in enthusiasm for the venerable Swiss Champ! I hope it continues!

:cheers:

Jim
Unless a person is concerned about carrying a low profile SAK, it seems hard to go wrong with the SC.

I agree! I have been carrying a Swiss Champ since they first came out.

 :cheers:



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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on September 27, 2017, 03:34:49 PM
Mine's been EDC'd since May and I love it!

Here's the Captain and Ms Pansy having a cthoffee break. Hmmm, Medical Bill has been skimping on his dusting duties!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on September 27, 2017, 04:30:16 PM
Mine's been EDC'd since May and I love it!

Here's the Captain and Ms Pansy having a cthoffee break. Hmmm, Medical Bill has been skimping on his dusting duties!

 :like:

I like your use of the Lego background. It reminds me of what (I think) you and Folder Beholder used to do to entertain us with Legos and SAKs.

:cheers:

Jim
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on September 27, 2017, 04:42:29 PM
Mine's been EDC'd since May and I love it!

Here's the Captain and Ms Pansy having a cthoffee break. Hmmm, Medical Bill has been skimping on his dusting duties!

 :like:

I like your use of the Lego background. It reminds me of what (I think) you and Folder Beholder used to do to entertain us with Legos and SAKs.

:cheers:

Jim
:cheers: Happy days..... Don't know where FB went, but she's missed. Also, Jalind had some great Lego stories going before he strangely disappeared. Maybe it got too much for both of them. Maybe I'm next............
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mechanickal on September 27, 2017, 05:02:15 PM
Mine's been EDC'd since May and I love it!

Here's the Captain and Ms Pansy having a cthoffee break. Hmmm, Medical Bill has been skimping on his dusting duties!

 :like:

I like your use of the Lego background. It reminds me of what (I think) you and Folder Beholder used to do to entertain us with Legos and SAKs.

:cheers:

Jim
:cheers: Happy days..... Don't know where FB went, but she's missed. Also, Jalind had some great Lego stories going before he strangely disappeared. Maybe it got too much for both of them. Maybe I'm next............
Been sensing their abscense too...

And don't you dare disappearing!!
We need your lawn to hang out on
:drink:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on September 27, 2017, 05:12:36 PM
Mine's been EDC'd since May and I love it!

Here's the Captain and Ms Pansy having a cthoffee break. Hmmm, Medical Bill has been skimping on his dusting duties!

 :like:

I like your use of the Lego background. It reminds me of what (I think) you and Folder Beholder used to do to entertain us with Legos and SAKs.

:cheers:

Jim
:cheers: Happy days..... Don't know where FB went, but she's missed. Also, Jalind had some great Lego stories going before he strangely disappeared. Maybe it got too much for both of them. Maybe I'm next............

Definitely happy days! FB supplied the white scales that I have on one of my Swiss Champs and had an impressive collection of new in box old stock SAKs. I PM'd her just recently after mentioning her box collection in a post.  She still checks in now and then but hasn't posted. If you want, you could PM her and maybe she will honor us with a Lego/SAK post. :)

I also miss SAK Guy's impressive photos and am thinking of PM'ing him to check in and see if he is OK.

 :salute:

Jim
Title: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tired_Yeti on September 27, 2017, 05:34:59 PM
. Is the anxiety building as you wait for it to arrive in the mail?  :climber: :mail:
My anxiety's not building but y'all's should be. It arrives tomorrow--then I'm going to disassemble and reassemble the entire planet!!


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on September 28, 2017, 10:00:30 AM
. Is the anxiety building as you wait for it to arrive in the mail?  :climber: :mail:
My anxiety's not building but y'all's should be. It arrives tomorrow--then I'm going to disassemble and reassemble the entire planet!!


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The entire planet!  :ahhh

Could you make some improvements please? Maybe disassemble London and the South East of England and replace it with a mighty forest - and a wooded corridor running North South from one end of the country to the other. Oh, and make Wales slightly higher - about 7 inches would do. Thanks  :salute:

OOoooooo - can we have more caves please?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on September 28, 2017, 11:14:14 AM
. Is the anxiety building as you wait for it to arrive in the mail?  :climber: :mail:
My anxiety's not building but y'all's should be. It arrives tomorrow--then I'm going to disassemble and reassemble the entire planet!!


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The entire planet!  :ahhh

Could you make some improvements please? Maybe disassemble London and the South East of England and replace it with a mighty forest - and a wooded corridor running North South from one end of the country to the other. Oh, and make Wales slightly higher - about 7 inches would do. Thanks  :salute:

OOoooooo - can we have more caves please?


While at it, can you please move Ibach from Switzerland to Asia?  :climber:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on September 28, 2017, 11:20:54 AM
Cleaning day on the U Boat today
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tired_Yeti on September 28, 2017, 02:36:15 PM
My anxiety's not building but y'all's should be. It arrives tomorrow--then I'm going to disassemble and reassemble the entire planet!!
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While at it, can you please move Ibach from Switzerland to Asia?  :climber:
That would make it even harder to spot a Chinese knock-off.



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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on September 28, 2017, 02:43:01 PM
My anxiety's not building but y'all's should be. It arrives tomorrow--then I'm going to disassemble and reassemble the entire planet!!
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While at it, can you please move Ibach from Switzerland to Asia?  :climber:
That would make it even harder to spot a Chinese knock-off.



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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on September 28, 2017, 04:47:06 PM
Cleaning day on the U Boat today

 :like: :like: :like:

Love the Lego theme! All we need is FB and others to chime in with their photos.

:cheers:

Jim
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on September 28, 2017, 04:52:56 PM
Not sure if this has already been pointed out...

But check out the ad at the bottom of the pics on the left (https://www.amazon.com/Victorinox-Swiss-SwissChamp-Pocket-Knife/dp/B0001GS19U/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1506610283&sr=8-3&keywords=victorinox+swisschamp) for the SC:

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on September 28, 2017, 04:56:27 PM
Not sure if this has already been pointed out...

But check out the ad at the bottom of the pics on the left (https://www.amazon.com/Victorinox-Swiss-SwissChamp-Pocket-Knife/dp/B0001GS19U/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1506610283&sr=8-3&keywords=victorinox+swisschamp) for the SC:


I luvet!  :2tu:


https://youtu.be/ne2-5g-ySwk
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on September 28, 2017, 05:03:00 PM
That is just cool as smurf!  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on September 28, 2017, 05:12:29 PM
You guys are too funny and sweet!  I am so going to post a Lego/SAK photo when I get home.
Camping today in my new-to-me fiberglass trailer. This is where my SAK money has gone.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/bf2c9d415f69ab93eac60f5455709d76.jpg)
And of course I have my 30 day custom SAK with me:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/76d19e645470cc47a9e98c1e983945cf.jpg)


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on September 28, 2017, 05:25:34 PM
You guys are too funny and sweet!  I am so going to post a Lego/SAK photo when I get home.
Camping today in my new-to-me fiberglass trailer. This is where my SAK money has gone.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/bf2c9d415f69ab93eac60f5455709d76.jpg)
And of course I have my 30 day custom SAK with me:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/76d19e645470cc47a9e98c1e983945cf.jpg)


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 :like: :like: :like: :like: :like:

For a split-second when I saw the Lisantica gas tank insignia, I thought that my eyes were playing tricks on me. So good to see your post and presence on this forum and will look forward to seeing a Lego/SAK photo again!

 :climber:

Jim
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Aloha on September 28, 2017, 06:40:46 PM
Great little trailer.   :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on September 28, 2017, 06:49:07 PM
You guys are too funny and sweet!  I am so going to post a Lego/SAK photo when I get home.
Camping today in my new-to-me fiberglass trailer. This is where my SAK money has gone.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/bf2c9d415f69ab93eac60f5455709d76.jpg)
And of course I have my 30 day custom SAK with me:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/76d19e645470cc47a9e98c1e983945cf.jpg)


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Cool trailer FB!

It is good to hear from you.

Looks like you are having a good time with your trailer.

 :like: :tu: :tu: :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on September 28, 2017, 06:53:11 PM
Blue moon....(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/b71866731b8536884621c525f61163ed.jpg)

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on September 28, 2017, 06:55:04 PM
Blue moon....(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/b71866731b8536884621c525f61163ed.jpg)

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That Sapphire is one of my favorite scales.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: captain spaulding on September 28, 2017, 07:06:05 PM
Blue moon....(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/b71866731b8536884621c525f61163ed.jpg)

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That Sapphire is one of my favorite scales.

Love the sapphire also. Have a CT34 in sapphire!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on September 28, 2017, 07:13:32 PM
Blue moon....(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/b71866731b8536884621c525f61163ed.jpg)

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 :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on September 28, 2017, 08:03:56 PM
Good to hear from you again FB - my crew has missed you too, and Medical Bill is still mooning over Dr Sophia  :ahhh
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: El Corkscrew on September 28, 2017, 08:56:16 PM
You guys are too funny and sweet!  I am so going to post a Lego/SAK photo when I get home.
Camping today in my new-to-me fiberglass trailer. This is where my SAK money has gone.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/bf2c9d415f69ab93eac60f5455709d76.jpg)
And of course I have my 30 day custom SAK with me:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/76d19e645470cc47a9e98c1e983945cf.jpg)


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 :like:  :tu:  :salute:
Title: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tired_Yeti on September 28, 2017, 10:19:42 PM
I know this is a family friendly forum, but hide your young 'uns and get ready for some very SAKsy porn!
(Cue the SAKsophone music)
My Swiss Champ arrived today!!

The suspense builds
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/f0aceb0eb614bb208c61b791f6fca160.jpg)

Oooh...take it off, baby.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/ab5fc4525b526a201045a207e66dd458.jpg)

I hear angels singing!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/ca59485c63f0a1c32e6ddf2aba670c43.jpg)

You're the one I've been looking for.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/31ea9885bacba39ebcc6aa426d10c153.jpg)

Peek-a-boo! You naughty little thing.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/0675e07159479d8a06276c7d2ec086f3.jpg)

Woo hoo! I can hardly stand it!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/370ce7d05f6f44657fcfe735a74791cb.jpg)

Now some close ups and naughty pics!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/7cb129f62adf0799a319f201d55a3dcb.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/9343c694b1a0984265c16790838ad402.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/5b6ec92eb564f8661b3e9c71964e4af6.jpg)
Holy Buckets! Would you look at all that toolery toolage!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/5909a7d66aaa589c4ad253e912a4f429.jpg)
Flashing her backside!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/ab26cc34a28ec065a81f85c6ce6cda98.jpg)

And since this has only been done a billion times already, some comparison shots with the Craftsman.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/cda0e6334461a6e59b8e49b224ac74a0.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/f0679850d748a30f21e62144304a82a9.jpg)

Alright folks, show's over. That's all I got. Thanks for stopping by. Don't forget your coats.



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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on September 28, 2017, 10:28:43 PM
Here's a buck for your g-string Yeti - you earned it.  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 28, 2017, 10:45:48 PM
 :rofl: I'll throw another buck in Mags!!
Welcome back and nice rig Lisa!!
I pm'd SAK Guy a few days ago and haven't heard anything back.  I hope he is ok...
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Don Pablo on September 28, 2017, 11:07:24 PM
Now I want to put a SwissChamp on my birthday wish list.  :twak:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on September 28, 2017, 11:22:16 PM
Now I want to put a SwissChamp on my birthday wish list.  :twak:
You have definitely NOT been a good boy this year Pabs! No Swisschamp for you!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on September 28, 2017, 11:29:17 PM
I know this is a family friendly forum, but hide your young 'uns and get ready for some very SAKsy porn!
(Cue the SAKsophone music)
My Swiss Champ arrived today!!

The suspense builds
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/f0aceb0eb614bb208c61b791f6fca160.jpg)

Oooh...take it off, baby.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/ab5fc4525b526a201045a207e66dd458.jpg)

I hear angels singing!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/ca59485c63f0a1c32e6ddf2aba670c43.jpg)

You're the one I've been looking for.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/31ea9885bacba39ebcc6aa426d10c153.jpg)

Peek-a-boo! You naughty little thing.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/0675e07159479d8a06276c7d2ec086f3.jpg)

Woo hoo! I can hardly stand it!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/370ce7d05f6f44657fcfe735a74791cb.jpg)

Now some close ups and naughty pics!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/7cb129f62adf0799a319f201d55a3dcb.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/9343c694b1a0984265c16790838ad402.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/5b6ec92eb564f8661b3e9c71964e4af6.jpg)
Holy Buckets! Would you look at all that toolery toolage!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/5909a7d66aaa589c4ad253e912a4f429.jpg)
Flashing her backside!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/ab26cc34a28ec065a81f85c6ce6cda98.jpg)

And since this has only been done a billion times already, some comparison shots with the Craftsman.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/cda0e6334461a6e59b8e49b224ac74a0.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/f0679850d748a30f21e62144304a82a9.jpg)

Alright folks, show's over. That's all I got. Thanks for stopping by. Don't forget your coats.



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Lucky Amazon just through mine in a bubble mailer. Not to mention you got one of the slideout boxes with the little holder on the bottom, most people just get a loose swisschamp. I got one in a box with nothing but the swisschamp, thankfully it was the same dimensions so it wasn't loose in the box. I rarely use amazon anymore but they had it for only 61 dollars that time.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Don Pablo on September 28, 2017, 11:34:58 PM
Now I want to put a SwissChamp on my birthday wish list.  :twak:
You have definitely NOT been a good boy this year Pabs! No Swisschamp for you!
That's good, I can put other stuff on the list then.  :whistle:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on September 28, 2017, 11:36:58 PM
Now I want to put a SwissChamp on my birthday wish list.  :twak:
You have definitely NOT been a good boy this year Pabs! No Swisschamp for you!
That's good, I can put other stuff on the list then.  :whistle:
You're probably good for an orange and/or a piece of stick. How old will you be?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Don Pablo on September 28, 2017, 11:57:34 PM
Now I want to put a SwissChamp on my birthday wish list.  :twak:
You have definitely NOT been a good boy this year Pabs! No Swisschamp for you!
That's good, I can put other stuff on the list then.  :whistle:
You're probably good for an orange and/or a piece of stick. How old will you be?
Old enough to get my own sticks.  ::)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tired_Yeti on September 29, 2017, 12:24:07 AM
Now I want to put a SwissChamp on my birthday wish list.  :twak:
You're welcome! LOL!


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tired_Yeti on September 29, 2017, 12:29:58 AM
...I rarely use amazon anymore but they had it for only 61 dollars that time.
Same here! The last time I'd looked at them, they were over $70 for the standard red celloid. Now they're practically giving them away over there. It's like Amazon MADE ME do it!


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on September 29, 2017, 01:26:59 AM
I know this is a family friendly forum, but hide your young 'uns and get ready for some very SAKsy porn!
(Cue the SAKsophone music)
My Swiss Champ arrived today!!

The suspense builds
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/f0aceb0eb614bb208c61b791f6fca160.jpg)

Oooh...take it off, baby.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/ab5fc4525b526a201045a207e66dd458.jpg)

I hear angels singing!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/ca59485c63f0a1c32e6ddf2aba670c43.jpg)

You're the one I've been looking for.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/31ea9885bacba39ebcc6aa426d10c153.jpg)

Peek-a-boo! You naughty little thing.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/0675e07159479d8a06276c7d2ec086f3.jpg)

Woo hoo! I can hardly stand it!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/370ce7d05f6f44657fcfe735a74791cb.jpg)

Now some close ups and naughty pics!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/7cb129f62adf0799a319f201d55a3dcb.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/9343c694b1a0984265c16790838ad402.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/5b6ec92eb564f8661b3e9c71964e4af6.jpg)
Holy Buckets! Would you look at all that toolery toolage!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/5909a7d66aaa589c4ad253e912a4f429.jpg)
Flashing her backside!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/ab26cc34a28ec065a81f85c6ce6cda98.jpg)

And since this has only been done a billion times already, some comparison shots with the Craftsman.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/cda0e6334461a6e59b8e49b224ac74a0.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170928/f0679850d748a30f21e62144304a82a9.jpg)

Alright folks, show's over. That's all I got. Thanks for stopping by. Don't forget your coats.



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Congratulations on the new Swiss Champ!!!!!!!
Great photo shoot!

 :like: :tu: :tu: :cheers: :climber:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on September 29, 2017, 03:48:11 PM
my biggest SAK and biggest Leatherman together, lovely couple

(https://i.imgur.com/HT9jftV.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on September 29, 2017, 04:09:43 PM
my biggest SAK and biggest Leatherman together, lovely couple

(https://i.imgur.com/HT9jftV.jpg)

 :like:

That's quite an arsenal for EDC...expecting trouble? :)

Jim
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sergemaster on September 29, 2017, 10:27:26 PM
Amici,
This is the very first Champ that I ever owned, and its been all over the world with me. It's now near the 25+ mark and still going strong!

Cheers,
Serge . 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on September 30, 2017, 12:24:59 AM
Amici,
This is the very first Champ that I ever owned, and its been all over the world with me. It's now near the 25+ mark and still going strong!

Cheers,
Serge .

 :like: :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on September 30, 2017, 12:35:38 AM
Amici,
This is the very first Champ that I ever owned, and its been all over the world with me. It's now near the 25+ mark and still going strong!

Cheers,
Serge .


 :like: :salute: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on September 30, 2017, 01:00:21 AM
Amici,
This is the very first Champ that I ever owned, and its been all over the world with me. It's now near the 25+ mark and still going strong!

Cheers,
Serge .

The Swiss Champ is a remarkable tool--not only supremely useful but durable as evidenced by your plus 25 years with one you purchased. I am very partial to the Swiss Champ and recently purchased my 12th SC. Among my purchases is the original model release that replaced the Champion (pictured as partially out of the tan pouch in the photo below):

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4328/36124875216_f06af928d3_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/X3eqQ9)Swiss Champs Plus Backdrop (https://flic.kr/p/X3eqQ9) by NorCal Jim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148245174@N07/), on Flickr


Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on September 30, 2017, 01:07:54 AM
Amici,
This is the very first Champ that I ever owned, and its been all over the world with me. It's now near the 25+ mark and still going strong!

Cheers,
Serge .

The Swiss Champ is a remarkable tool--not only supremely useful but durable as evidenced by your plus 25 years with one you purchased. I am very partial to the Swiss Champ and recently purchased my 12th SC. Among my purchases is the original model release that replaced the Champion (pictured as partially out of the tan pouch in the photo below):

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4328/36124875216_f06af928d3_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/X3eqQ9)Swiss Champs Plus Backdrop (https://flic.kr/p/X3eqQ9) by NorCal Jim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148245174@N07/), on Flickr


Wow!


Is the leather sheath with red cord a custom one? What is the leather made of?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tired_Yeti on September 30, 2017, 01:15:03 AM
Amici,
This is the very first Champ that I ever owned, and its been all over the world with me. It's now near the 25+ mark and still going strong!

Cheers,
Serge .
I love stories like that! It's like that SC is an old friend. Very nice.


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on September 30, 2017, 01:25:13 AM
Amici,
This is the very first Champ that I ever owned, and its been all over the world with me. It's now near the 25+ mark and still going strong!

Cheers,
Serge .

The Swiss Champ is a remarkable tool--not only supremely useful but durable as evidenced by your plus 25 years with one you purchased. I am very partial to the Swiss Champ and recently purchased my 12th SC. Among my purchases is the original model release that replaced the Champion (pictured as partially out of the tan pouch in the photo below):

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4328/36124875216_f06af928d3_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/X3eqQ9)Swiss Champs Plus Backdrop (https://flic.kr/p/X3eqQ9) by NorCal Jim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148245174@N07/), on Flickr


Wow!


Is the leather sheath with red cord a custom one? What is the leather made of?

The red leather sheath with red thread is a Victorinox product. If you are referring to the red knotted lanyard coming out of a sheath, that is custom.  The only other custom in the photo is the tan leather sheath.

Jim
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on September 30, 2017, 01:30:29 AM
Amici,
This is the very first Champ that I ever owned, and its been all over the world with me. It's now near the 25+ mark and still going strong!

Cheers,
Serge .

The Swiss Champ is a remarkable tool--not only supremely useful but durable as evidenced by your plus 25 years with one you purchased. I am very partial to the Swiss Champ and recently purchased my 12th SC. Among my purchases is the original model release that replaced the Champion (pictured as partially out of the tan pouch in the photo below):

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4328/36124875216_f06af928d3_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/X3eqQ9)Swiss Champs Plus Backdrop (https://flic.kr/p/X3eqQ9) by NorCal Jim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148245174@N07/), on Flickr


Wow!


Is the leather sheath with red cord a custom one? What is the leather made of?

The red leather sheath with red thread is a Victorinox product. If you are referring to the red knotted lanyard coming out of a sheath, that is custom.  The only other custom in the photo is the tan leather sheath.

Jim


Yes, the black custom leather. What is it made of? It's soft leather relative to the other's right?  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on September 30, 2017, 01:50:59 AM
Amici,
This is the very first Champ that I ever owned, and its been all over the world with me. It's now near the 25+ mark and still going strong!

Cheers,
Serge .

The Swiss Champ is a remarkable tool--not only supremely useful but durable as evidenced by your plus 25 years with one you purchased. I am very partial to the Swiss Champ and recently purchased my 12th SC. Among my purchases is the original model release that replaced the Champion (pictured as partially out of the tan pouch in the photo below):

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4328/36124875216_f06af928d3_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/X3eqQ9)Swiss Champs Plus Backdrop (https://flic.kr/p/X3eqQ9) by NorCal Jim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148245174@N07/), on Flickr


Wow!


Is the leather sheath with red cord a custom one? What is the leather made of?

The red leather sheath with red thread is a Victorinox product. If you are referring to the red knotted lanyard coming out of a sheath, that is custom.  The only other custom in the photo is the tan leather sheath.

Jim


Yes, the black custom leather. What is it made of? It's soft leather relative to the other's right?  :tu:

I don't know--it was included with a purchase I made well over a year ago.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 30, 2017, 04:27:23 AM
Nice one Serge!!  I've always said the Swisschamp would be my travel SAK.  It's an awesome knife!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on September 30, 2017, 03:33:42 PM
Thank you all for the warm sentiments.
Although I think member Tired_Yeti certainly knows how to turn up the heat  :pok:  :o
As promised a Lego/SAK photo.  Something I have found out while camping is that my Apple watch has to be charged every day, yet my SAK has been happily ticking along for months now without a hitch.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4337/23556912418_1cdda2f571.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/BTDkmo)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on September 30, 2017, 03:45:49 PM
Thank you all for the warm sentiments.
Although I think member Tired_Yeti certainly knows how to turn up the heat  :pok:  :o
As promised a Lego/SAK photo.  Something I have found out while camping is that my Apple watch has to be charged every day, yet my SAK has been happily ticking along for months now without a hitch.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4337/23556912418_1cdda2f571.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/BTDkmo)

Great picture!

You can always count on a SAK! :like: :tu: :tu: :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on September 30, 2017, 05:05:52 PM
Thank you all for the warm sentiments.
Although I think member Tired_Yeti certainly knows how to turn up the heat  :pok:  :o
As promised a Lego/SAK photo.  Something I have found out while camping is that my Apple watch has to be charged every day, yet my SAK has been happily ticking along for months now without a hitch.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4337/23556912418_1cdda2f571.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/BTDkmo)

 :like: :like: :like:

Great to see your post and the return of the Lego background! I didn't know that you had a Timekeeper.

:tu:

Jim
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 30, 2017, 09:32:08 PM
Great to see your gang again and nice knife Lisa!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on September 30, 2017, 09:50:54 PM
I didn't know that you had a Timekeeper.

:tu:

Jim
Yep, wish it was on a Swisschamp!
Thanks Barry and Vicman!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mechanickal on September 30, 2017, 10:11:14 PM
Thank you all for the warm sentiments.
Although I think member Tired_Yeti certainly knows how to turn up the heat  :pok:  :o
As promised a Lego/SAK photo.  Something I have found out while camping is that my Apple watch has to be charged every day, yet my SAK has been happily ticking along for months now without a hitch.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4337/23556912418_1cdda2f571.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/BTDkmo)
Welcome back! :ahhh

I recently bought a NIB NOS 80's Astronaut and couldn't help myself thinking of you then :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on September 30, 2017, 10:36:40 PM
I didn't know that you had a Timekeeper.

:tu:

Jim
Yep, wish it was on a Swisschamp!
Thanks Barry and Vicman!

In keeping with the Swiss Champ theme, here is a SuperTimer (still my priciest SAK acquisition)...

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4419/37416180831_8a40662c88_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Z1kH14)SuperTimer (https://flic.kr/p/Z1kH14) by NorCal Jim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148245174@N07/), on Flickr
Title: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tired_Yeti on September 30, 2017, 10:59:59 PM
In keeping with the Swiss Champ theme, here is a SuperTimer (still my priciest SAK acquisition)...

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4419/37416180831_8a40662c88_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Z1kH14)SuperTimer (https://flic.kr/p/Z1kH14) by NorCal Jim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148245174@N07/), on Flickr
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170930/7e0969f64d82688d30645d0fae4f0bb4.jpg)

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 30, 2017, 11:59:35 PM
Nice!!!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tired_Yeti on October 01, 2017, 03:55:02 PM
My new Swiss Champ is taking the maiden voyage today!
This will be the first time out of the box and in the pocket since I got it a couple days ago.
Yesterday, I was working in a dirty fireplace around abrasive brick surfaces and just couldn't stomach the thought of trashing my new SC on Day 1, so I used my Craftsman.

The addition of the SC to my arsenal slides everything down a slot. I was EDC'ing my Craftsman on my days off and packing a Deluxe Tinker in my work bag. Now the DT is in the closet. The Craftsman will be my work bag SAK and the SC will be my EDC "at home" SAK.
At work, I wear scrubs and since I work in a penitentiary, I can't take any cutting or fire starting tools inside; so, the work bag actually stays in the car. By far, the EDC SAK sees much more action than the work bag SAK. In fact, the work SAK is simply a food prep knife and probably could be replaced by almost any other knife.


The more you KNOW, the less you carry. The less you know, the more you carry. ~Mors Kochanski
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on October 01, 2017, 04:22:09 PM
I recently bought a NIB NOS 80's Astronaut and couldn't help myself thinking of you then :D
WOW!  What a find!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on October 01, 2017, 04:23:11 PM

In keeping with the Swiss Champ theme, here is a SuperTimer (still my priciest SAK acquisition)...

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4419/37416180831_8a40662c88_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Z1kH14)SuperTimer (https://flic.kr/p/Z1kH14) by NorCal Jim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148245174@N07/), on Flickr

Just awesome!!!  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on October 01, 2017, 05:07:20 PM

In keeping with the Swiss Champ theme, here is a SuperTimer (still my priciest SAK acquisition)...

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4419/37416180831_8a40662c88_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Z1kH14)SuperTimer (https://flic.kr/p/Z1kH14) by NorCal Jim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148245174@N07/), on Flickr

Just awesome!!!  :tu:

Thank you, FB! I am really happy to have this special SAK. I remember seeing one of your Swiss Champ line-ups that featured an XAVT and perhaps an XLT.  If you have it handy, Perhaps you could share it either in this thread or the Swiss Champ Sunday one. BTW, happy Swiss Champ Sunday! If I remember correctly, you have a yellow scale SC for such an occasion.

:cheers:

Jim
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mechanickal on October 01, 2017, 05:49:00 PM


I recently bought a NIB NOS 80's Astronaut and couldn't help myself thinking of you then :D
WOW!  What a find!  :cheers:

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171001/68899b3ee86ed5051adc24ba5c2637e7.jpg)
:cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on October 01, 2017, 05:50:59 PM
four beauties under the light

(https://i.imgur.com/HQHoU9i.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on October 01, 2017, 07:58:44 PM


I recently bought a NIB NOS 80's Astronaut and couldn't help myself thinking of you then :D
WOW!  What a find!  :cheers:

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171001/68899b3ee86ed5051adc24ba5c2637e7.jpg)
:cheers:
I am over here  :drool:  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on October 01, 2017, 08:00:49 PM

In keeping with the Swiss Champ theme, here is a SuperTimer (still my priciest SAK acquisition)...

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4419/37416180831_8a40662c88_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Z1kH14)SuperTimer (https://flic.kr/p/Z1kH14) by NorCal Jim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148245174@N07/), on Flickr

Just awesome!!!  :tu:

Thank you, FB! I am really happy to have this special SAK. I remember seeing one of your Swiss Champ line-ups that featured an XAVT and perhaps an XLT.  If you have it handy, Perhaps you could share it either in this thread or the Swiss Champ Sunday one. BTW, happy Swiss Champ Sunday! If I remember correctly, you have a yellow scale SC for such an occasion.

:cheers:

Jim

Here's one shot I have.  Yes, I do have a Swiss Champ with yellow stay-glow scales too, just not in the photo:
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3816/33536809856_57da7d5aae.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/T6wVaA)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on October 01, 2017, 08:41:33 PM

In keeping with the Swiss Champ theme, here is a SuperTimer (still my priciest SAK acquisition)...

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4419/37416180831_8a40662c88_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Z1kH14)SuperTimer (https://flic.kr/p/Z1kH14) by NorCal Jim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148245174@N07/), on Flickr

Just awesome!!!  :tu:

Thank you, FB! I am really happy to have this special SAK. I remember seeing one of your Swiss Champ line-ups that featured an XAVT and perhaps an XLT.  If you have it handy, Perhaps you could share it either in this thread or the Swiss Champ Sunday one. BTW, happy Swiss Champ Sunday! If I remember correctly, you have a yellow scale SC for such an occasion.

:cheers:

Jim

Here's one shot I have.  Yes, I do have a Swiss Champ with yellow stay-glow scales too, just not in the photo:
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3816/33536809856_57da7d5aae.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/T6wVaA)

 :like: :like: :like:

So from left to right, an XAVT, XLT & 2 SCs?

The larger Swiss Champs are amazing!

Thanks for sharing!

Jim
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on October 01, 2017, 08:57:50 PM
 :like: Great pic Lisa!  My youngest is a XAVT fan and I love to show him comparison pics of his favorite knife.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Oxford_Guy on October 02, 2017, 12:12:07 AM
Wish they made a SC without the bloomin' fish scaler, I don't like having tools on my SAKs that I will never use... Or have I just said something heretical?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sawman on October 02, 2017, 12:25:55 AM
Wish they made a SC without the bloomin' fish scaler, I don't like having tools on my SAKs that I will never use... Or have I just said something heretical?
Blasphemy!!!

 :twak:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on October 02, 2017, 12:33:31 AM
Wish they made a SC without the bloomin' fish scaler, I don't like having tools on my SAKs that I will never use... Or have I just said something heretical?

I would love to be able to order customization based on my favorite SAKs. Since I am a huge fan of the inline awl featured in the Pioneer series, that would be my first choice to replace the fish scaler. Since it is doubtful that Victorinox will institute a "Build your own" program anytime soon if ever, I just have to rely on the essential ingredient to SAK ownership--creativity! Barring the collapse of civilization, I doubt that I will ever use the fish scaler to scale fish. It does have other uses such as a ruler or for slicing baguettes and cake or (fill in the blank with your creative use).

Sometimes, I think Victorinox includes a strange tool just to stimulate creativity. :)

:cheers:

Jim
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: an0nemus on October 02, 2017, 02:58:46 AM
My new Swiss Champ is taking the maiden voyage today!
This will be the first time out of the box and in the pocket since I got it a couple days ago.
Yesterday, I was working in a dirty fireplace around abrasive brick surfaces and just couldn't stomach the thought of trashing my new SC on Day 1, so I used my Craftsman.

The addition of the SC to my arsenal slides everything down a slot. I was EDC'ing my Craftsman on my days off and packing a Deluxe Tinker in my work bag. Now the DT is in the closet. The Craftsman will be my work bag SAK and the SC will be my EDC "at home" SAK.
At work, I wear scrubs and since I work in a penitentiary, I can't take any cutting or fire starting tools inside; so, the work bag actually stays in the car. By far, the EDC SAK sees much more action than the work bag SAK. In fact, the work SAK is simply a food prep knife and probably could be replaced by almost any other knife.


The more you KNOW, the less you carry. The less you know, the more you carry. ~Mors Kochanski


How do you carry your SC at home?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on October 02, 2017, 04:23:47 AM

In keeping with the Swiss Champ theme, here is a SuperTimer (still my priciest SAK acquisition)...

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4419/37416180831_8a40662c88_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Z1kH14)SuperTimer (https://flic.kr/p/Z1kH14) by NorCal Jim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148245174@N07/), on Flickr

Just awesome!!!  :tu:

Thank you, FB! I am really happy to have this special SAK. I remember seeing one of your Swiss Champ line-ups that featured an XAVT and perhaps an XLT.  If you have it handy, Perhaps you could share it either in this thread or the Swiss Champ Sunday one. BTW, happy Swiss Champ Sunday! If I remember correctly, you have a yellow scale SC for such an occasion.

:cheers:

Jim

Here's one shot I have.  Yes, I do have a Swiss Champ with yellow stay-glow scales too, just not in the photo:
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3816/33536809856_57da7d5aae.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/T6wVaA)

 :like: :like: :like:

So from left to right, an XAVT, XLT & 2 SCs?

The larger Swiss Champs are amazing!

Thanks for sharing!

Jim
Hmmmm, I can't recall exactly, but I do think it's XAVT, XLT, Swiss Champ, then I think the last is the big Cybertool.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on October 02, 2017, 04:24:40 AM
:like: Great pic Lisa!  My youngest is a XAVT fan and I love to show him comparison pics of his favorite knife.
Thanks Barry!  He's got good taste.  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on October 02, 2017, 04:16:21 PM
Buddha's champ

(https://i.imgur.com/Ty63hPI.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on October 02, 2017, 11:31:55 PM


I recently bought a NIB NOS 80's Astronaut and couldn't help myself thinking of you then :D
WOW!  What a find!  :cheers:

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171001/68899b3ee86ed5051adc24ba5c2637e7.jpg)
:cheers:

Great find!   :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on October 02, 2017, 11:36:28 PM

In keeping with the Swiss Champ theme, here is a SuperTimer (still my priciest SAK acquisition)...

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4419/37416180831_8a40662c88_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Z1kH14)SuperTimer (https://flic.kr/p/Z1kH14) by NorCal Jim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148245174@N07/), on Flickr

Just awesome!!!  :tu:

Thank you, FB! I am really happy to have this special SAK. I remember seeing one of your Swiss Champ line-ups that featured an XAVT and perhaps an XLT.  If you have it handy, Perhaps you could share it either in this thread or the Swiss Champ Sunday one. BTW, happy Swiss Champ Sunday! If I remember correctly, you have a yellow scale SC for such an occasion.

:cheers:

Jim

Here's one shot I have.  Yes, I do have a Swiss Champ with yellow stay-glow scales too, just not in the photo:
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3816/33536809856_57da7d5aae.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/T6wVaA)

Nice Super Timer! 
Nice Swiss Champ lineup too! :like: :drool:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on October 03, 2017, 01:03:26 AM
Many thanks to Lisa for sharing her "Swiss Champ Line-up"!  :drool:

I decided to check out the various photos within this SC Ownership thread from the beginning and was impressed by some stunning examples of Swiss Champ beauty (hardwood, bone, mother of pearl scales plus the black and red version of the SuperTimer and various SC configurations). Definitely worth a look!

 :climber:

Jim
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on October 18, 2017, 04:47:02 AM
SC on a trip...

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171018/c936d7bb24b593fe61e81a3d0d805d7d.jpg)

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on October 18, 2017, 04:55:14 AM
SC on a trip...

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171018/c936d7bb24b593fe61e81a3d0d805d7d.jpg)

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 :like:

Very nice!

:tu:

Jim
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on October 18, 2017, 06:31:27 AM
:like: Great pic Lisa!  My youngest is a XAVT fan and I love to show him comparison pics of his favorite knife.

My favorite knife too  :D  :gimme: :gimme: :gimme: :gimme: :gimme: :gimme: :gimme:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on October 18, 2017, 01:27:46 PM
bets are high today on the SAK game

(https://i.imgur.com/MCJ6H5Y.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: KandiKlover on October 19, 2017, 12:13:01 AM
bets are high today on the SAK game

(https://i.imgur.com/MCJ6H5Y.jpg)

It always looks wider in photo than when in person on my hand.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on October 19, 2017, 01:00:03 PM
I agree Kandi.  Pics make them look huge but they really aren't bae considering the tool box you get with them!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on October 19, 2017, 02:13:19 PM
bets are high today on the SAK game

(https://i.imgur.com/MCJ6H5Y.jpg)

It always looks wider in photo than when in person on my hand.

much truth in that!!  :ahhh

(https://i.imgur.com/8AQrLWj.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: magentus on October 19, 2017, 03:21:08 PM
The Swisschamps mighty file is essential for the crew to hone their weapons on during Wednesdays regular weapon shrapening and cthoffee morning (no one tell Medical Bill you can't sharpen a lightsaber).
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on October 22, 2017, 05:34:04 PM
bets are high today on the SAK game

(https://i.imgur.com/MCJ6H5Y.jpg)

It always looks wider in photo than when in person on my hand.

and again, in this pic it somehow feels like it'd be a true brick. But then, if you're used to it, it kinda "downsizes..."    :think:

(https://i.imgur.com/xX06U24.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on October 23, 2017, 03:38:48 PM
big, big SAK!

(https://i.imgur.com/DZlfPBd.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on October 26, 2017, 03:30:36 AM
 (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171026/b6535bc4fd04af37d860ab04a10c2900.jpg)

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on October 26, 2017, 01:41:49 PM
another clubber here!

(https://i.imgur.com/tmeW0wc.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Butch on November 17, 2017, 04:11:44 PM
another clubber here!

(https://i.imgur.com/tmeW0wc.jpg)

 :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on November 19, 2017, 01:31:40 PM
Best coffee, best SAK

(https://i.imgur.com/JFcTL7e.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Butch on November 19, 2017, 04:35:34 PM
Lord love a duck.............this whole thread is awe inspiring........... :salute: :salute: :salute: :salute: :salute: :salute: :gimme:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ron Who on November 19, 2017, 04:42:07 PM
Isn´t it great to have two Swisschamp threads?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on November 19, 2017, 04:52:30 PM
yes.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: El Corkscrew on November 19, 2017, 06:18:39 PM
yes.
:like: :like: :tu: :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on November 20, 2017, 08:26:58 AM
yes.
:like: :like: :tu: :salute:

+1! :tu:

My unusually comprehensive carry today :D

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171120/f47ba185ef8409eff23c4445234d4f9f.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on November 21, 2017, 07:54:55 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171121/1cf86393e78e72b7d4f8262748f93652.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on November 21, 2017, 01:08:43 PM
Nice pic DT!  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on November 21, 2017, 01:09:34 PM
Thanks :hatsoff:

PS the kickstand feature on the SC is neat :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on November 21, 2017, 02:26:55 PM
Thanks :hatsoff:

PS the kickstand feature on the SC is neat :D

They need to list the "kickstand" as a function. LOL!
 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on November 21, 2017, 03:13:49 PM
Thanks :hatsoff:

PS the kickstand feature on the SC is neat :D

They need to list the "kickstand" as a function. LOL!

Hookstand?

Maybe not.  :facepalm:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on November 21, 2017, 03:18:16 PM
thick big pocket magic

(https://i.imgur.com/kMTEJLy.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ulzhan on November 25, 2017, 05:56:03 PM
Hi,

finally I got a XLT at an insanely low price - just below 100 €.

But still have to wait until Monday or Tuesday... :gimme: :gimme: :gimme:

Then I'll join the club.

 :climber: :climber:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on November 25, 2017, 06:21:29 PM
Congrats!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on November 25, 2017, 06:28:07 PM
My 2 sheepdogs got my wife's eyeglasses and pushed the lenses out.  Swisschamp to the rescue with pliers, mag glass,  and tiny screwdriver!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Spartan19 on November 25, 2017, 06:31:15 PM
 :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on November 25, 2017, 07:21:06 PM
My 2 sheepdogs got my wife's eyeglasses and pushed the lenses out.  Swisschamp to the rescue with pliers, mag glass,  and tiny screwdriver!

Good one Barry, it is an amazing tool.  :like: :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: clown on November 27, 2017, 02:26:22 AM
(http://i.imgur.com/gUQz7Ij.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on November 27, 2017, 04:30:52 AM
 :cheers: Thanks Twiliter!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Vadim on December 14, 2017, 08:49:01 PM
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4527/25189969958_5a63e1329d_b.jpg)12-14-17-2 (https://flic.kr/p/EnXbsS) by VaDimZH (https://www.flickr.com/photos/vadimzh/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Butch on December 14, 2017, 11:33:59 PM
A gathering of eagles.........or possibily SAK Champs :climber:


(https://i.imgur.com/nQQt925.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Vadim on December 15, 2017, 01:31:55 AM
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4542/39060173121_f3527e38c9_b.jpg)12-14-17-6 (https://flic.kr/p/22vBACH) by VaDimZH (https://www.flickr.com/photos/vadimzh/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: The Lone Wanderer on December 15, 2017, 06:02:40 AM
Got mine on me today too, just loving it!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on December 15, 2017, 06:25:13 PM
excellent pic y'awl folks, some really good thick SAK imaging here    :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Fast Bill on December 17, 2017, 01:00:53 PM
Black n Frosty
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Spartan19 on December 17, 2017, 03:57:56 PM
Haven't carried mine in a while, and needed a change of pace :ahhh :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Fast Bill on December 17, 2017, 10:54:56 PM
Haven't carried mine in a while, and needed a change of pace :ahhh :D

 :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Butch on December 17, 2017, 11:52:08 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/XtfPh5z.jpg)

Mine goes where I go except the shower. :whistle:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on December 19, 2017, 04:45:08 PM
Been on the road the past couple days and packed the mighty Swisschamp for the ride!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on December 25, 2017, 09:17:22 PM

In the limelight (oh well, a powerful Austrian hotel reading light will have to do)

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171225/22d6aa65d807ae13f579d2cf4ce3c4e1.jpg)

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on December 26, 2017, 12:43:15 PM
all hail the Swisschamp!

(https://i.imgur.com/gZHOAlD.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Butch on December 27, 2017, 03:07:56 AM
My three helpers.

(https://i.imgur.com/1ie1Auo.jpg?1)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on December 27, 2017, 10:52:18 PM
 :like: Great pic!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on December 27, 2017, 10:58:30 PM
Nice pic Butch!  :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Vadim on January 06, 2018, 11:32:44 PM
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4595/38835476934_06070e0b7b_b.jpg)[/url]1-6-18-1 (https://flic.kr/p/22aKYhw) by VaDimZH (https://www.flickr.com/photos/vadimzh/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Butch on January 06, 2018, 11:59:59 PM
My newest Swisschamp
(https://i.imgur.com/98uDxle.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Vadim on January 07, 2018, 01:03:25 AM
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4683/38836694514_41e2728af9_b.jpg)[/url]1-6-18-2 (https://flic.kr/p/22aSdeh) by VaDimZH (https://www.flickr.com/photos/vadimzh/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Smashie on January 07, 2018, 01:13:37 AM
 :like:
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4683/38836694514_41e2728af9_b.jpg)[/url]1-6-18-2 (https://flic.kr/p/22aSdeh) by VaDimZH (https://www.flickr.com/photos/vadimzh/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ron Who on January 07, 2018, 01:30:26 AM
 :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Butch on January 07, 2018, 01:36:06 AM
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4683/38836694514_41e2728af9_b.jpg)[/url]1-6-18-2 (https://flic.kr/p/22aSdeh) by VaDimZH (https://www.flickr.com/photos/vadimzh/), on Flickr

Calandar pic...........beautiful. :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 07, 2018, 01:41:27 AM
 :like: :like: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Vadim on January 07, 2018, 07:18:05 AM
Smashie,
Ron Who,
Butch,
Barry Rowland,

Thank you so much!  :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on January 07, 2018, 08:02:47 AM
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4683/38836694514_41e2728af9_b.jpg)[/url]1-6-18-2 (https://flic.kr/p/22aSdeh) by VaDimZH (https://www.flickr.com/photos/vadimzh/), on Flickr

 :like: :like: :like:

Outstanding!!!

:tu:

Jim
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Vadim on January 07, 2018, 08:11:19 AM
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4683/38836694514_41e2728af9_b.jpg)[/url]1-6-18-2 (https://flic.kr/p/22aSdeh) by VaDimZH (https://www.flickr.com/photos/vadimzh/), on Flickr

 :like: :like: :like:

Outstanding!!!

:tu:

Jim

Thank you!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gerleatherberman on January 07, 2018, 08:19:57 AM
My newest Swisschamp
(https://i.imgur.com/98uDxle.jpg)
Love the emerald Champ! Scale swaps sure make SAKs take on a whole new personality!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on January 07, 2018, 08:11:29 PM
so many good Swisschamps in this thread!!  :ahhh
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on January 07, 2018, 08:34:47 PM
Nice pics Butch and Vadim!  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on January 07, 2018, 09:04:23 PM
Nice pics Butch and Vadim!  :like:
Agreed!  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Butch on January 07, 2018, 10:02:43 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/WvIISVr.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Vadim on January 08, 2018, 02:35:41 AM
Butch,
nice picture!  :like:
---------------------------
VICMAN,
FolderBeholder,
thank you!  :hatsoff:
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(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4680/39537663112_55ddd7881e_b.jpg)[/url]1-7-18-2 (https://flic.kr/p/23eNRLL) by VaDimZH (https://www.flickr.com/photos/vadimzh/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4597/38672501535_df89172127_b.jpg)[/url]1-7-18-3 (https://flic.kr/p/21VmFnR) by VaDimZH (https://www.flickr.com/photos/vadimzh/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 08, 2018, 04:47:18 AM
Another phenomenal picture Vadim!  Right there, in that kind of setting, is where those pliers really come into their own  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ron Who on January 08, 2018, 05:46:43 AM
 :like: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Vadim on January 08, 2018, 05:54:53 AM
Thank you!  :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Fuzzbucket on January 08, 2018, 11:51:40 AM
Butch,
nice picture!  :like:
---------------------------
VICMAN,
FolderBeholder,
thank you!  :hatsoff:
---------------------------
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4680/39537663112_55ddd7881e_b.jpg)[/url]1-7-18-2 (https://flic.kr/p/23eNRLL) by VaDimZH (https://www.flickr.com/photos/vadimzh/), on Flickr

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4597/38672501535_df89172127_b.jpg)[/url]1-7-18-3 (https://flic.kr/p/21VmFnR) by VaDimZH (https://www.flickr.com/photos/vadimzh/), on Flickr

Phwaor!!!

(https://i.makeagif.com/media/2-17-2015/S--OiM.gif)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on January 08, 2018, 03:53:37 PM
My first SwissChamp purchased in 1993 with a check.  I still own this set.
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2879/32745354720_8df180a4b3.jpg)[/url]
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5500/31382011835_c6dec71497.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ron Who on January 08, 2018, 03:59:54 PM
That´s a vey nice pouch, FB. Never saw that one before!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on January 08, 2018, 04:15:34 PM
That´s a vey nice pouch, FB. Never saw that one before!
Thank you!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Butch on January 08, 2018, 06:52:28 PM
Lotsa likes on this thread........yip.......

 :like: :like: :like: :like: :like: :like: :like: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on January 08, 2018, 08:52:22 PM
My first SwissChamp purchased in 1993 with a check.  I still own this set.

I love seeing the knife with the box and original receipt! :like: :tu: :tu:

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on January 08, 2018, 11:41:16 PM
My first SwissChamp purchased in 1993 with a check.  I still own this set.

I love seeing the knife with the box and original receipt! :like: :tu: :tu:

Thank you Vicman!  You don't want to see the tip of the main blade though, at some point I must have tried to pry something and it's a tad bent, not much, but enough.
I really need a dedicated pry tool on a SAK.  One that is in the inline configuration, and not a back tool.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 09, 2018, 12:54:43 AM
 :like: :like: Me too!!   :ahhh
My first SwissChamp purchased in 1993 with a check.  I still own this set.

I love seeing the knife with the box and original receipt! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Spartan19 on January 23, 2018, 10:30:12 PM
My first SwissChamp purchased in 1993 with a check.  I still own this set.
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2879/32745354720_8df180a4b3.jpg)[/url]
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5500/31382011835_c6dec71497.jpg)

Very cool! :gimme: Wish mine came in a box like that! :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on January 24, 2018, 12:14:48 AM
I too like the green scales.  Now I have a second Swisschamp (not pictured) but I haven't decided whether I want to put green scales on it too or use the sapphire, black, ruby or just leave the red ones on it!
 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Spartan19 on January 24, 2018, 01:23:32 AM
I too like the green scales.  Now I have a second Swisschamp (not pictured) but I haven't decided whether I want to put green scales on it too or use the sapphire, black, ruby or just leave the red ones on it!
 

I'd go with the green man! Cool color :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: sir_mike on January 24, 2018, 01:57:44 AM
I too like the green scales.  Now I have a second Swisschamp (not pictured) but I haven't decided whether I want to put green scales on it too or use the sapphire, black, ruby or just leave the red ones on it!
 

I'd go with the green man! Cool color :tu:

That is the way I am leaning!  I do have all the scale choices here that I listed so I don't have to buy them, just decide!  LOL  I do wish I still had a set of the yellow ones, I wonder how they would look!  :)

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Huntsman on January 24, 2018, 03:28:19 AM
You don't want to see the tip of the main blade though, at some point I must have tried to pry something and it's a tad bent, not much, but enough.

SAK blades are quite easy to straighten FB. Best to have a vice and a pair of strong pliers or mole grips.
Put the SAK in the vice with the end just poking out above the bend  - Then bend the tip over with the pliers ....

It's a little nerve racking as the steel bends a surprising long way before it straightens - So go a little at a time

I really need a dedicated pry tool on a SAK.  One that is in the inline configuration, and not a back tool.
Haven't you already got two - A thick one and a thinner one ..... using the openers  ???     Naughty girl for using the blade :twak:

You know it's surprising how many people use the blade as a prying tool - Given the number of broken tipped SAKs you see on ebay !!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Butch on January 24, 2018, 03:38:13 AM
I am having the color delima also. I have several of the different colors with plans for more but right now I' m liking this a lot.

(https://i.imgur.com/GZUwv4l.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on January 24, 2018, 03:46:31 AM
SAK blades are quite easy to straighten FB. Best to have a vice and a pair of strong pliers or mole grips.
Put the SAK in the vice with the end just poking out above the bend  - Then bend the tip over with the pliers ....

It's a little nerve racking as the steel bends a surprising long way before it straightens - So go a little at a time

I really need a dedicated pry tool on a SAK.  One that is in the inline configuration, and not a back tool.
Haven't you already got two - A thick one and a thinner one ..... using the openers  ???     Naughty girl for using the blade :twak:

I'll try that straightening tip, thank you Huntsman!  :cheers:
It's true there are two openers and I should have been using them, I was in my 20s what did I know  :D , but on my current EDC, I only have one combo opener.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: TennTexan on January 30, 2018, 03:36:46 AM
I had the “bright” idea to choose Stayglow scales for my first ever Swisschamp.  It came with a Zermatt pouch, but honestly it’s more pocketable than I was expecting.  Add another knife to the ever-expanding rotation...
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VoetSak on January 30, 2018, 04:06:06 AM
I am having the color delima also. I have several of the different colors with plans for more but right now I' m liking this a lot.

(https://i.imgur.com/GZUwv4l.jpg)

Best scales ever!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on January 30, 2018, 01:45:39 PM
I am having the color delima also. I have several of the different colors with plans for more but right now I' m liking this a lot.

(https://i.imgur.com/GZUwv4l.jpg)

Best scales ever!

and best SAK ever!

(https://i.imgur.com/hFaLne5.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Butch on January 30, 2018, 02:17:24 PM
I am having the color delima also. I have several of the different colors with plans for more but right now I' m liking this a lot.

(https://i.imgur.com/GZUwv4l.jpg)

Best scales ever!

and best SAK ever!

(https://i.imgur.com/hFaLne5.jpg)


 
 :2tu:  :like:  :climber:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Trix on April 09, 2018, 02:33:35 PM
Hi guys! today has arrived my new Swisschamp and I'm so happy! It already helped me opening this fine bottle of red wine so i hope i can join this club!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on April 09, 2018, 03:38:20 PM
date=1523277215]
Hi guys! today has arrived my new Swisschamp and I'm so happy! It already helped me opening this fine bottle of red wine so i hope i can join this club!
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Congratulations on the new Swiss Champ Trix! :like: :tu: :tu:

The Swiss Champ is my favorite SAK. I have carried one every day since they first came out.

Nice pic! :cheers: :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Trix on April 09, 2018, 05:26:08 PM
Thanks!! :D I think it's the ultimate SAK because it has a lot of tools and they are not too specialized.. I remember my father used to carry one since i was a baby and he always fixed the situation  8)
Now he's in love with the XLT but that's really too big!!!   :facepalm:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on April 09, 2018, 05:34:37 PM
The Swiss Champ is my favorite SAK. I have carried one every day since they first came out.
Nice pic! :cheers: :cheers:

I did not know that Vicman!  :cheers:

Congrats Trix on a fine knife!  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on April 09, 2018, 06:16:33 PM
The Swiss Champ is my favorite SAK. I have carried one every day since they first came out.
Nice pic! :cheers: :cheers:

I did not know that Vicman!  :cheers:


I was a Victorinox Dealer when the Swiss Champ came out, so I got one right away and have carried one ever since. :cheers: :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on April 09, 2018, 06:35:19 PM
I was Victorinox Dealer when the Swiss Champ came out, so I got one right away and have carried one ever since. :cheers: :cheers:
:ahhh :ahhh :ahhh My head is spinning, I cannot imagine how many SAKs I would have had if that were my job.  :think:  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on April 09, 2018, 06:49:33 PM
I was Victorinox Dealer when the Swiss Champ came out, so I got one right away and have carried one ever since. :cheers: :cheers:
:ahhh :ahhh :ahhh My head is spinning, I cannot imagine how many SAKs I would have had if that were my job.  :think:  :tu:

You just caused me to order a Stayglo Swiss Champ...every time you have posted a picture of yours I have thought I needed to buy one...well I pulled the trigger and it should be here this Friday.

I can't wait! :cheers: :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on April 09, 2018, 06:53:33 PM
I was Victorinox Dealer when the Swiss Champ came out, so I got one right away and have carried one ever since. :cheers: :cheers:
:ahhh :ahhh :ahhh My head is spinning, I cannot imagine how many SAKs I would have had if that were my job.  :think:  :tu:

You just caused me to order a Stayglo Swiss Champ...every time you have posted a picture of yours I have thought I needed to buy one...well I pulled the trigger and it should be here this Friday.

I can't wait! :cheers: :cheers:
Happy to be of help!  :pok:  :D :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on April 09, 2018, 06:57:59 PM
I had to go dig out a photo of the StayGlow SwissChamp, look at how nicely she stands out in the crowd!
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/705/32806678962_9e7db5e81e.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on April 09, 2018, 07:05:31 PM
I had to go dig out a photo of the StayGlow SwissChamp, look at how nicely she stands out in the crowd :cheers:


Thanks for posting the picture FB!
I am really looking forward to getting mine. :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on April 10, 2018, 01:12:46 PM
this SAK is unmatched  :salute:

(https://i.imgur.com/uTVY9hI.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on April 10, 2018, 01:17:54 PM
this SAK is unmatched  :salute:

Nice pic Peacent! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on April 10, 2018, 07:14:31 PM
I had to go dig out a photo of the StayGlow SwissChamp, look at how nicely she stands out in the crowd :cheers:


Thanks for posting the picture FB!
I am really looking forward to getting mine. :cheers:
Is it Friday yet?  :pok:  :D
I've been lining up some of my SAKs and noticed that the SwissChamp is a tad trimmer than my EDC plus a Compact on top....so essentially a very manageable carry.  :tu:
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/868/26498099537_195a68b743.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on April 10, 2018, 07:26:14 PM
Is it Friday yet?  :pok:  :D
I've been lining up some of my SAKs and noticed that the SwissChamp is a tad trimmer than my EDC plus a Compact on top....so essentially a very manageable carry.  :tu:


I think I can hear Friday getting closer! :D

Cool pic FB! :like: :tu: :tu: :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Exeter on April 12, 2018, 06:51:47 PM
New club member here, my Swisschamp just arrived today from our friend ThePeacent.  :mail:

Used, but in nice condition, I couldn't be happier. Cleaned the knife and polished the scales until the new ones arrive (still on the way), but I didn't want to wait till then, so here I am (...rock you like a hurrricane!!! - Sorry!  :facepalm:).
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on April 12, 2018, 06:59:11 PM
New club member here, my Swisschamp just arrived today from our friend ThePeacent.  :mail:
Welcome and nice SwissChamp!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ron Who on April 12, 2018, 07:46:22 PM
 :cheers: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 12, 2018, 07:50:45 PM
Nor did I!  Welcome aboard Trix and great to know Vicman!
I don't have room on my belt right now with the 110 on board!
The Swiss Champ is my favorite SAK. I have carried one every day since they first came out.
Nice pic! :cheers: :cheers:

I did not know that Vicman!  :cheers:

Congrats Trix on a fine knife!  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 12, 2018, 07:52:01 PM
Welcome aboard Exeter and great job Peacent!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on April 12, 2018, 08:29:09 PM
My new StayGlow Swiss Champ came a day early! :mail:

Click on the pictures for best picture
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on April 12, 2018, 08:36:48 PM
New club member here, my Swisschamp just arrived today from our friend ThePeacent.  :mail:



Welcome to the club Exeter!

Nice Swiss Champ! :like: :tu: :tu:

The Swiss Champ is my favorite SAK! :cheers: :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: maxt on April 12, 2018, 08:40:59 PM
My very modest SwissChamp and Champion collection.

May I join the club, gentlmen )
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on April 12, 2018, 08:45:07 PM
My very modest SwissChamp and Champion collection.

May I join the club, gentlmen )

Welcome to the club maxt! :cheers:

Nice collection! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on April 12, 2018, 08:55:23 PM
Welcome to the club everyone  :like: :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 12, 2018, 11:30:32 PM
 :tu: +1!!
My very modest SwissChamp and Champion collection.

May I join the club, gentlmen )

Welcome to the club maxt! :cheers:

Nice collection! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: jalind on April 13, 2018, 12:19:53 AM
In Basic Black . . .

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/786/40522709835_a574de96ea_b.jpg)

John
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Régis-Joël Charnay on April 15, 2018, 07:25:33 PM
My "Swisschamp" (various years)
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/865/41476643971_d6eeba04af_c.jpg)
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/878/26605089947_920b4ef74a_c.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on April 15, 2018, 07:32:26 PM
My "Swisschamp" (various years)


Wow excellent collection  :drool: :drool: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gerleatherberman on April 15, 2018, 08:55:27 PM
 :drool: Wow at those champs! Very nice!

Just put sapphire plus scales on the regular champ.
Second photo has the XLT with SilverTech in it as well. :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on April 15, 2018, 08:57:51 PM
Excellent collection gerleatherberman  :drool: :like: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: McMartin on April 15, 2018, 10:17:33 PM
May I join the club?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on April 15, 2018, 10:26:15 PM
My "Swisschamp" (various years)

Nice collection Regis! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on April 15, 2018, 10:28:11 PM
:drool: Wow at those champs! Very nice!

Just put sapphire plus scales on the regular champ.
Second photo has the XLT with SilverTech in it as well. :)

Looks great gerleatherberman! :like: :tu: :tu:
Great pics! :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on April 15, 2018, 10:29:12 PM
May I join the club?
Nice pic McMartin! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: McMartin on April 15, 2018, 10:32:24 PM
My new StayGlow Swiss Champ came a day early! :mail:

Click on the pictures for best picture

Very nice VICMAN!  :like: :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on April 15, 2018, 10:33:54 PM
As it’s SwissChamp Sunday  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: McMartin on April 15, 2018, 10:48:25 PM
My "Swisschamp" (various years)
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/865/41476643971_d6eeba04af_c.jpg)
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/878/26605089947_920b4ef74a_c.jpg)

Nice collection Régis-Joël Charnay!  :like: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: McMartin on April 15, 2018, 10:49:43 PM
:drool: Wow at those champs! Very nice!

Just put sapphire plus scales on the regular champ.
Second photo has the XLT with SilverTech in it as well. :)

Nice champs gerleatherberman!  :like: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: McMartin on April 15, 2018, 10:50:59 PM
In Basic Black . . .

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/786/40522709835_a574de96ea_b.jpg)

John

Black is beautiful!  :like: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gerleatherberman on April 15, 2018, 11:08:15 PM
Excellent collection gerleatherberman  :drool: :like: :like:
Thanks you, sir!

:drool: Wow at those champs! Very nice!

Just put sapphire plus scales on the regular champ.
Second photo has the XLT with SilverTech in it as well. :)

Looks great gerleatherberman! :like: :tu: :tu:
Great pics! :cheers:

Thanks, Vicman!

:drool: Wow at those champs! Very nice!

Just put sapphire plus scales on the regular champ.
Second photo has the XLT with SilverTech in it as well. :)

Nice champs gerleatherberman!  :like: :like:

Thank you much!



Those are some great Champ pics you all are posting! Some serious swisschamp love. :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 16, 2018, 07:14:05 AM
I love to see all of these beauties!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on April 16, 2018, 01:07:09 PM
My new StayGlow Swiss Champ came a day early! :mail:

Click on the pictures for best picture

Very nice VICMAN!  :like: :cheers:

Thanks McMartin! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gerleatherberman on April 16, 2018, 11:10:29 PM
My new StayGlow Swiss Champ came a day early! :mail:

Click on the pictures for best picture
Going to have to find some stayglow scales for one of my Vics now. :ahhh
Very nice!
 :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gerleatherberman on April 16, 2018, 11:33:58 PM
Was able to take a pic outside today. :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on April 17, 2018, 12:08:00 AM
Was able to take a pic outside today. :)
Cool pic  :like: :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Aloha on April 17, 2018, 12:59:59 AM
Such great pics everyone  :salute:.  I have 2  Swisschamps and at one time had like 6 or 8.  I keep one on my hiking pack in a SOS sheath and one on my smaller pack for hikes less than 4 hours.  I used to carry my SC a lot.  Its such a terrific SAK.   
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gerleatherberman on April 17, 2018, 01:38:17 AM
Was able to take a pic outside today. :)
Cool pic  :like: :like: :tu:
Thank you, sir!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on April 17, 2018, 01:28:52 PM
Such great pics everyone  :salute:.  I have 2  Swisschamps and at one time had like 6 or 8.  I keep one on my hiking pack in a SOS sheath and one on my smaller pack for hikes less than 4 hours.  I used to carry my SC a lot.  Its such a terrific SAK.

I also had 5 and now 2, but it truly is a nice SAK!  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Steinar on April 17, 2018, 01:53:02 PM
Yesterday, my day at work was pretty bad, so I was feeling down when I returned home. To make myself cheer up a little, I unpacked a SwissChamp a brand new I hadn't gotten around to wipe down for excess oil, remove the stray Cellidor threads from the production, check everything was OK, and so on. 15 minutes later, my mood was transformed.  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 17, 2018, 01:56:37 PM
No better medicine!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on April 17, 2018, 02:13:07 PM
Was able to take a pic outside today. :)

Nice pic gerleatherberman! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Steinar on April 17, 2018, 02:18:14 PM
No better medicine!!

 :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on April 17, 2018, 09:26:03 PM
Yesterday, my day at work was pretty bad, so I was feeling down when I returned home. To make myself cheer up a little, I unpacked a SwissChamp a brand new I hadn't gotten around to wipe down for excess oil, remove the stray Cellidor threads from the production, check everything was OK, and so on. 15 minutes later, my mood was transformed.  :tu:

Congratulations on the new Swiss Champ Steinar ! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on April 18, 2018, 02:23:20 PM
booting the Champ

(https://i.imgur.com/5V3MyTy.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on April 18, 2018, 03:24:57 PM
Nice pic TP  :like: :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on April 18, 2018, 07:07:27 PM
booting the Champ

Nice pic Peacent! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on April 19, 2018, 02:01:13 PM
 :cheers:

it's a champion for sure. My oldest SAK that is still around (it was the second SAK I bought back in the day, and I also inherited one from my grandpa, have them both and they are perfectly usable like they were 20 years ago :salute:)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on April 21, 2018, 02:22:43 AM
I liked my Stayglow Swiss Champ so well that I bought a second one with a black Zermatt leather pouch.

Click on pictures for best picture
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on April 21, 2018, 12:46:22 PM
the SAK is great  :climber: and the leather sheath looks awesome too!  :like: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on April 21, 2018, 12:57:36 PM
I liked my Stayglow Swiss Champ so well that I bought a second one with a black Zermatt leather pouch.

Click on pictures for best picture
Very nice VICMAN  :drool: :like: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on April 21, 2018, 01:38:14 PM
I liked my Stayglow Swiss Champ so well that I bought a second one with a black Zermatt leather pouch.

Click on pictures for best picture
Very nice VICMAN  :drool: :like: :like:
Agreed!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on April 21, 2018, 01:44:30 PM
the SAK is great  :climber: and the leather sheath looks awesome too!  :like: :like:

Thanks Peacent! :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on April 21, 2018, 01:45:10 PM

Very nice VICMAN  :drool: :like: :like:
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Thanks Wspeed! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on April 21, 2018, 01:46:00 PM

Very nice VICMAN  :drool: :like: :like:
Agreed!  :cheers:

Thanks FB! :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 21, 2018, 02:32:36 PM
 :like: Can't beat them Vicman! 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on April 21, 2018, 09:54:40 PM
:like: Can't beat them Vicman!

Thanks Barry! :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on April 22, 2018, 02:56:42 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/x7C25Xr.jpg?1)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 03, 2018, 04:30:13 PM
With the 110 challenge over, mine has been riding on my belt the past couple days.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on May 03, 2018, 04:46:35 PM
With the 110 challenge over, mine has been riding on my belt the past couple days.
:like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on May 03, 2018, 09:00:35 PM
With the 110 challenge over, mine has been riding on my belt the past couple days.

Nice pic Barry! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: temo on June 24, 2018, 12:11:27 PM
I'm in! Glass does help example to find out numbers in small watch batteries. I am actually going to pocket carry this at first. It aint bad in pocket. Some could say it is too large keychain. Let's see. There were comment that it is better in pocket then medium sak as it is more stable in pocket as so wide sets sideways to pocket. Have to agree with that. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180624/79a1e69c67c8e451458a82b093a0fb55.jpg)

Sent from my VIE-L09 using Tapatalk

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 24, 2018, 02:11:15 PM
I've used mine to do the very same thing.  There's no end to the things you can accomplish with the mighty Swisschamp!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on June 24, 2018, 03:13:42 PM
I'm in! Glass does help example to find out numbers in small watch batteries.


Good use of the magnifying glass temo! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on July 29, 2018, 05:48:45 PM
As it’s SwissChamp Sunday today  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on July 29, 2018, 06:06:16 PM
It's great to be back!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on July 29, 2018, 06:18:28 PM
Nice one BR :like: :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on July 29, 2018, 06:32:37 PM
 :cheers:. It's great to see this thread going Wspeed!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on July 29, 2018, 07:42:27 PM
 :cheers: :like: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: m47mu74nt on July 29, 2018, 09:24:02 PM
third SC has come today :

So, I now have 1988-1990, 1992-1995 and 1995-1998 Swisschamps :)

(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=21658.0;attach=385060)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on July 29, 2018, 11:03:59 PM
third SC has come today :

So, I now have 1988-1990, 1992-1995 and 1995-1998 Swisschamps :)


Nice one m47mu74nt :tu: :like: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on July 29, 2018, 11:36:11 PM
Love Swiss Champs but need a new family photo since this one is dated and doesn't show all the SCs...

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4328/36124875216_83eef715de_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/X3eqQ9)Swiss Champs Plus Backdrop (https://flic.kr/p/X3eqQ9) by NorCal Jim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148245174@N07/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on July 30, 2018, 03:14:15 AM
Love Swiss Champs but need a new family photo since this one is dated and doesn't show all the SCs...
Still, a nice photo!  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Aloha on July 30, 2018, 07:27:31 AM
Great pic for sure  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on July 30, 2018, 12:19:38 PM
Excellent collection NCJ :like: :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on July 30, 2018, 12:38:21 PM
Love Swiss Champs but need a new family photo since this one is dated and doesn't show all the SCs...

:like:
Nice pic Jim! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gerleatherberman on July 31, 2018, 08:08:12 AM
Nice collection, Jim!! :drool:


SwissChamp and Accutron Spaceview. Don't know why, but I like these two, together. :)
(https://i.imgur.com/UjpvW6G.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on July 31, 2018, 12:10:31 PM
Nice one GLBM  :tu: :like: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gerleatherberman on July 31, 2018, 12:30:53 PM
Nice one GLBM  :tu: :like: :like:
Thank you, W! :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on July 31, 2018, 03:20:05 PM
Nice collection, Jim!! :drool:


SwissChamp and Accutron Spaceview. Don't know why, but I like these two, together. :)


Nice duo gerleatherberman ! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: gerleatherberman on July 31, 2018, 03:21:22 PM
Thank you, Vicman!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on August 12, 2018, 12:46:14 PM
The SwissChamp for Sunday  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: maxt on November 12, 2018, 08:36:40 AM
SwissChamp with wood scales.
What types of wood are used?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on November 12, 2018, 12:20:53 PM
Wow they are just  :drool: :drool: :drool: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on November 12, 2018, 02:18:46 PM
Very nice collection.  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: maxt on November 15, 2018, 07:43:53 AM
What types of wood are used?

Here is what I found:
1.6794.69 Bubinga
55076.US1 (WWP) Bubinga (?)
1.6791.60 Rosewood
1.6791.63 (HardWood) Walnut
1.6791.L16 (Gotardo LE) Luxurious Walnut
1.6795 (Champion+Classic Duo Set) Rosewood

Some dealers describe the 1.6794.69 as larch, Victorinox 2009 says "hardwood" and the page is removed from their web-site. I am not certain about the word "luxurios" of 1.6791.L16, probably it is some sort of a dealer's marketing term.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on November 15, 2018, 12:20:19 PM
Nice bit of information  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on November 15, 2018, 02:31:19 PM
 :iagree: I like the rosewood the best! Especially the very end one!  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Deruoli on November 15, 2018, 02:37:01 PM
My application for the club. With his (her?) Spartan pal.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on November 15, 2018, 02:41:06 PM
Very nice  :dd: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on November 15, 2018, 02:57:31 PM
Very nice...I didn’t realize the case was that tall.  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ddogu on November 15, 2018, 02:59:30 PM
I put mine on sale  :D The magnifier and the fish scaler are useless for me, they just add to the thickness. The Handyman is replacing it :)

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on November 15, 2018, 03:25:41 PM
I use them all the time just not for fishing  :D
The magnifier is very handy for
metal splinter finding on my hands
And use the scaler for removing
springs on exhaust pipes for my bike  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on November 15, 2018, 03:57:06 PM
I use the fish scaler to draw cut lines for the saw, and have actually used the mag glass to start fires, although it took a bit of fiddling.  I use it mostly for finding tiny screws in watches, etc. 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on November 15, 2018, 04:03:50 PM
Good uses BR :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Butch on November 15, 2018, 04:57:15 PM
Been a long time since I was in here. You fellas have done great keeping the place up. :climber:

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on November 15, 2018, 05:10:55 PM
Nice pic Butch  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Butch on November 15, 2018, 05:15:31 PM
T Y
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Nix on November 15, 2018, 08:21:39 PM
I'm considering joining the club.....for Fast Bill and Barry's pending challenge.

I have serous misgivings about this enormous tool. Looks heavy.   :think:

Would I need to check with my doctor before trying to EDC one of these behemoths?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mechanickal on November 15, 2018, 08:31:19 PM
Works quite ok with a suspension clip...
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on November 15, 2018, 08:36:34 PM
I pocket carry mine  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Nix on November 15, 2018, 08:48:35 PM
What?  :sa:

Are you still wearing those parachute pants MC Hammer made popular in the 90's?  :dwts:


(https://media.giphy.com/media/rHvyngk5UiMc8/giphy.gif)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on November 15, 2018, 09:07:43 PM
Excellent usages.  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on November 15, 2018, 09:15:53 PM
What?  :sa:

Are you still wearing those parachute pants MC Hammer made popular in the 90's? 

:rofl: no just jeans  :rofl: :facepalm:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on November 15, 2018, 09:18:40 PM
 :rofl: we showing our ages!  :rofl:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mechanickal on November 15, 2018, 09:21:15 PM
What?  :sa:

Are you still wearing those parachute pants MC Hammer made popular in the 90's? 

:rofl: no just jeans  :rofl: :facepalm:
Is that a Swisschamp in your pocket? :pok:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on November 15, 2018, 09:21:42 PM
 :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on November 18, 2018, 01:07:58 PM
what a lovely fatty red thing  :dd:

(https://i.imgur.com/g02VEBG.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on November 18, 2018, 01:52:55 PM
Nice pic TP  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on November 18, 2018, 01:53:23 PM
The SwissChamp for Sunday  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on November 18, 2018, 03:23:53 PM
Nice photo Wspeed and Peacent  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on November 18, 2018, 03:29:29 PM
Thanks Rapidray  :cheers: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on November 18, 2018, 03:35:09 PM
Thanks Rapidray  :cheers: :like:
:cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: El Corkscrew on November 28, 2018, 02:40:45 AM
Finally joining the club after $25 administrative fee
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on November 28, 2018, 04:19:53 AM
Finally joining the club after $25 administrative fee
Nice one El C!  Congrats!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on November 28, 2018, 12:24:14 PM
Congratulations El C :cheers: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Fast Bill on November 28, 2018, 01:19:32 PM
 :iagree: Well worth every penny El C. What took you so long ? :whistle:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on November 28, 2018, 02:06:38 PM
Finally joining the club after $25 administrative fee
That’s what I paid for mine. You did really good!  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on November 28, 2018, 07:00:15 PM
Finally joining the club after $25 administrative fee

Nice SwissChamp El C! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Alan K. on November 28, 2018, 08:14:56 PM
I've been admiring the Swiss Champs for years, but I still don't have one. The thing is, I've got a Champion and I've got a CT-41 and I can't imagine the Swiss Champ doing anything for me that the other two don't already do.  :dunno:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on November 28, 2018, 09:01:02 PM
The SwissChamp was the first SAK that
I bought brand new nearly 24 years ago
I wouldn’t want it to be any different
I like and use all my SAKs but there is
something that you don’t get with other SAKs
Maybe it is the size or that it has
nearly every tool you could
need for around the house  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: maxt on November 28, 2018, 09:32:36 PM
I bought brand new nearly 24 years ago

Wow, what a coincidence! I also got mine in 1995, I still use it and I always keep it near me somewhere. I have ruined both blades - they are sharp but look worn, so I polished the scales and keep it always clean and oiled. I do have other 20+ or so SwissChamps in my collection now, but the first one is always the boss )
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on November 28, 2018, 09:50:55 PM
Nice one maxt  :cheers: :like:
My blades are needing a bit of tlc
It’s a well used SAK but still has years of use left
But you can definitely see that it has had a lot of use :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on November 29, 2018, 02:06:33 AM
 :rofl:. Nah!!  I packed mine for a month last year on a challenge and hiked 17 miles with it.  Compared to what you hike, I'm a flatlander my friend!!
I'm considering joining the club.....for Fast Bill and Barry's pending challenge.

I have serous misgivings about this enormous tool. Looks heavy.   :think:

Would I need to check with my doctor before trying to EDC one of these behemoths?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on November 29, 2018, 02:08:14 AM
 :iagree:. You really won't gain all that much over what you have, but you sure will be in good company if you get one!!
I've been admiring the Swiss Champs for years, but I still don't have one. The thing is, I've got a Champion and I've got a CT-41 and I can't imagine the Swiss Champ doing anything for me that the other two don't already do.  :dunno:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on November 29, 2018, 02:42:48 AM
:iagree:. You really won't gain all that much over what you have, but you sure will be in good company if you get one!!
I've been admiring the Swiss Champs for years, but I still don't have one. The thing is, I've got a Champion and I've got a CT-41 and I can't imagine the Swiss Champ doing anything for me that the other two don't already do.  :dunno:
I agree...at least on apples...and you know I am a ‘SAK’... :whistle: the handle  gets in the way. Will try different ways to kill, I mean slice it.  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: NorCalJim on November 29, 2018, 03:44:48 AM
Finally joining the club after $25 administrative fee

 :like:

Welcome to the SC Club!

 :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: El Corkscrew on November 29, 2018, 06:05:27 PM
Thanks, y'awl!!! Hopefully it'll be here by Sunday!  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on November 29, 2018, 06:15:49 PM
Thanks, y'awl!!! Hopefully it'll be here by Sunday!  :D
Excellent-looking forward to the photo’s when you get it in!  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on November 29, 2018, 06:21:57 PM
Excellent El C :cheers:
Look forward to see on SwissChamp Sunday  :tu: :popcorn:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mechanickal on November 29, 2018, 06:23:17 PM
Finally joining the club after $25 administrative fee
:woohoo:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on December 02, 2018, 03:48:07 PM
Happy SwissChamp Sunday everyone  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on December 02, 2018, 04:28:50 PM
Nice  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on December 02, 2018, 04:41:01 PM
Can I join...
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on December 02, 2018, 05:38:52 PM
Can I join...

Of course you can  :tu:
Welcome to the club Rapidray  :cheers: :like:

Nice SwissChamps  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on December 02, 2018, 05:55:49 PM
Can I join...

Of course you can  :tu:
Welcome to the club Rapidray  :cheers: :like:

Nice SwissChamps  :like:
Thanks  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ThePeacent on December 02, 2018, 06:46:31 PM
Can I join...

Of course mate!
Those white ones, they really don't abound,
welcome aboard Ray, please stick around!  :cheers:

(https://i.imgur.com/EqVjK3B.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on December 02, 2018, 06:59:04 PM
Can I join...

Of course mate!
Those white ones, they really don't abound,
welcome aboard Ray, please stick around!  :cheers:

(https://i.imgur.com/EqVjK3B.jpg)
Thanks! Didn’t know about the white ones.
Nice photo on yours!  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on December 02, 2018, 07:14:01 PM
Cool pic TP  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Reinier on December 03, 2018, 08:39:50 AM
Can I join...


Yes, nice to see those classy white scales!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on December 03, 2018, 03:47:11 PM
Can I join...


Yes, nice to see those classy white scales!
Thanks...nice to actually be posting photos and not  :drool: over others great photos!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on December 03, 2018, 03:56:26 PM
 :rofl: :rofl: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on December 03, 2018, 04:09:00 PM
:rofl: :rofl: :like:
:cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on December 03, 2018, 04:21:50 PM
:rofl: :rofl: :like:
:cheers:
I had the same problem when I joined the forum
I only had the SwissChamp Supertool and the Crunch  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on February 10, 2019, 04:23:06 PM
Carrying the SwissChamp for SCS :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on February 10, 2019, 05:26:59 PM
Carrying the SwissChamp for SCS :tu:
Nice  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on February 10, 2019, 05:28:07 PM
Thanks Rapidray  :cheers: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on February 10, 2019, 05:34:07 PM
Thanks Rapidray  :cheers: :like:
:cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on May 05, 2019, 04:07:46 PM
The SwissChamp for SCS  :tu:

(https://i.imgur.com/LjUB7Kwh.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ranman808 on May 24, 2019, 01:55:12 AM
Sorry, but I have a dumb question.
I know Spartans and climber scales are 91mm as is the SC.
Will those scales fit a Swisschamp?
They have some cool transluscent colors I want to put on a SC and was
just confirming that I won’t have any issues putting them on.
Thanks in advance for any answers.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on May 24, 2019, 02:00:42 AM
Sorry, but I have a dumb question.
I know Spartans and climber scales are 91mm as is the SC.
Will those scales fit a Swisschamp?
They have some cool transluscent colors I want to put on a SC and was
just confirming that I won’t have any issues putting them on.
Thanks in advance for any answers.

In a word, yes.  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: twiliter on May 24, 2019, 02:01:31 AM
And welcome to MTO.  :MTO:  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ranman808 on May 24, 2019, 02:03:09 AM
And welcome to MTO.  :MTO:  :cheers:
Thanks for the reply and the welcome.  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 24, 2019, 02:41:05 AM
Welcome aboard the Swisschamp Fan Club!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ranman808 on May 24, 2019, 09:46:53 AM
Welcome aboard the Swisschamp Fan Club!
Thank you  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ranman808 on June 07, 2019, 11:22:37 PM
Took off translucent scales from a Spartan and 2 Climbers and put them on some SC’s. Nice addition to the collection
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 07, 2019, 11:25:20 PM
They look good in translucent scales! 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Intorikata on June 11, 2019, 12:22:11 AM
I'm an alox guy, but I just got bitten by the swisschamp bug.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 11, 2019, 12:28:01 AM
Nice pic!  I wish they'd make an Alox Swisschamp.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on June 11, 2019, 04:26:34 AM
I’m a big fan of the SwissChamp.  :like: :like: :like:

I may own one or two.

Not shown is an old style glass magnifier model with red scales that is in the mail. It even has the original box and receipt from 1991.

(https://i.imgur.com/clWQU4Mh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/2irNOXlh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/rxsIeBVh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/4vkrfqWh.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ranman808 on June 11, 2019, 06:44:34 AM
3 new translucent colors from a spartan and climber
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on June 11, 2019, 12:24:48 PM
Nice pics everyone  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on June 11, 2019, 12:44:42 PM
I'm an alox guy, but I just got bitten by the swisschamp bug.

Nice pic Intorikata! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on June 11, 2019, 12:45:34 PM
I’m a big fan of the SwissChamp.  :like: :like: :like:

I may own one or two.

Not shown is an old style glass magnifier model with red scales that is in the mail. It even has the original box and receipt from 1991.



Great pics Buzzbait! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on June 11, 2019, 12:46:13 PM
3 new translucent colors from a spartan and climber

Nice trio Ranman! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 11, 2019, 02:32:59 PM
 :iagree: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on June 11, 2019, 05:53:10 PM
Random SwissChamp musing of the day: I'm never quite sure which tool to use as the "touch an icky gross thing" tool. Use the awl, and risk getting gross stuff stuck in the sewing eye? Use the screwdriver tip of the can opener, and risk contaminating food later on? Use the tiny awkward flathead on the backside of the fish scaler layer? Please not the toothpick.  :facepalm: Maybe using the tip of the fish scaler is best, since the long scaler keeps me as far away from the icky gross thing as possible.

Maybe Victorinox needs to create a new tool simple called The Probe.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: EMZ on June 11, 2019, 08:16:19 PM
Today this SwissChamp en Classic SD came in. These were official commemorative knives from the FIFA Football World Cup 1998, held in France.
Backside of the boxes have holograms with text "France Licence Officielle".
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 11, 2019, 08:21:16 PM
Nice!!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on June 11, 2019, 08:50:57 PM
 :iagree: very nice  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on June 11, 2019, 08:55:41 PM
Random SwissChamp musing of the day: I'm never quite sure which tool to use as the "touch an icky gross thing" tool. Use the awl, and risk getting gross stuff stuck in the sewing eye? Use the screwdriver tip of the can opener, and risk contaminating food later on? Use the tiny awkward flathead on the backside of the fish scaler layer? Please not the toothpick.  :facepalm: Maybe using the tip of the fish scaler is best, since the long scaler keeps me as far away from the icky gross thing as possible.

Maybe Victorinox needs to create a new tool simple called The Probe.

I do need to join this club as I’m now officially a SwissChamp collector.  :) ...ok, only three.  :pok:

Buzz, I have a solution. Those plier/tweezer things can hold a prodder at a good distance, keeping you away from the nastiness and keeping the SAK bacteria free! Simply dispose of prodder after use.

Very nice combo there EMZ too!  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 11, 2019, 08:59:00 PM
 :drool: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on June 11, 2019, 09:01:43 PM
Nice collection Max  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on June 11, 2019, 09:29:52 PM
Thanks Barry, WS.  :cheers:
As crazy as it sounds, the SwissChamp is earning more of my respect every day. Can’t put my finger on it, maybe it has just a little bit more character than its brothers? Maybe I’m spending too much time around SAKs?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on June 11, 2019, 09:34:36 PM
It’s a excellent SAK to carry and use I still use mine a lot  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on June 11, 2019, 09:47:24 PM
Buzz, I have a solution. Those plier/tweezer things can hold a prodder at a good distance, keeping you away from the nastiness and keeping the SAK bacteria free! Simply dispose of prodder after use.

I like this idea. Maybe I start carrying some sawed off wooden barbecue skewers in an SOS pouch, just for such nasty occasions.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on June 11, 2019, 09:48:34 PM
That’s a plan!  :iagree:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 11, 2019, 10:08:46 PM
 :iagree:
It’s a excellent SAK to carry and use I still use mine a lot  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ranman808 on June 11, 2019, 10:27:00 PM
 :tu:
Nice trio Ranman! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ranman808 on June 11, 2019, 10:27:46 PM
My Swisschamp collection
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on June 11, 2019, 10:40:30 PM
First pic...wow!   :like:

Second pic...double wow!!  :like:  :like:

XXLT  :drool:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on June 11, 2019, 11:09:49 PM
 :iagree: excellent collection  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on June 12, 2019, 01:17:36 AM
My Swisschamp collection

You have an amazing collection of SwissChamps!!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 12, 2019, 07:07:39 AM
 :iagree: :drool: :drool: :drool:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ranman808 on June 12, 2019, 07:44:22 AM
Thanks guys!  I appreciate it.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ranman808 on June 12, 2019, 07:46:34 AM
First pic...wow!   :like:

Second pic...double wow!!  :like:  :like:

XXLT  :drool:

Thanks Max. Two over from the XXLT is a Swisschamp XL.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ranman808 on June 12, 2019, 07:47:24 AM
You have an amazing collection of SwissChamps!!!

Thanks Buzz  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ranman808 on June 12, 2019, 07:47:56 AM
:iagree: :drool: :drool: :drool:

Thank you  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on June 13, 2019, 04:12:26 AM
A new SwissChamp arrived today. Originally purchased in July of 1991. Still new in box, with receipt. The scissors are the old screw type, but with spring channel. The pliers appear to be 3mm with no crimpers or spring channel. No grooves on the corkscrew.

(https://i.imgur.com/P0hcHTkh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/pREgphZh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/7REjiyGh.jpg)

It didn’t stay mint for long though. It was a project SwissChamp for my vacation this summer. It got a nice set of olive drab G-10 scales, which look absolutely amazing. Sorry for the bad lighting, but it was almost dark when I finished.

The scales had a cosmetic imperfection when they arrived, and I wasn’t too big on the highly textured surface either. So I took some sandpaper to them and pretty much eliminated the texture entirely. IMHO, the polishing process greatly improved the color of the G-10. I’m ecstatic with how it came out. It has a very retro WW2 sort of vibe to it now. The surface reminds me a green US Army whistle, if you’ve ever seen one.

I hereby dub this the SwissTank.

(https://i.imgur.com/ZuXiugzh.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on June 13, 2019, 06:47:31 AM
Nice Buzz, and the olive G10 scales give it great retro appeal.  :like:  thanks also for the detailing on the tools for chronology.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on June 13, 2019, 12:28:00 PM
Nice find and great job on the scales Buzz  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 13, 2019, 03:32:18 PM
 :iagree:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: The Lone Wanderer on June 13, 2019, 09:51:10 PM
Swisschamp on vacation in northern Wisconsin, deep woods exploration!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on June 13, 2019, 09:54:41 PM
Looks beautiful TLW. The SAK too.  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on June 13, 2019, 11:09:05 PM
Great pic TLW  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on June 13, 2019, 11:13:14 PM
Swisschamp on vacation in northern Wisconsin, deep woods exploration!

A SwissChamp caught in its native environment. [said in my best David Attenborough voice]

Well done!!!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on June 14, 2019, 12:04:54 AM
Swisschamp on vacation in northern Wisconsin, deep woods exploration!

Cool pic LW! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 14, 2019, 12:11:28 AM
Exactly!
A SwissChamp caught in its native environment. [said in my best David Attenborough voice]

Well done!!!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: The Lone Wanderer on June 14, 2019, 05:03:15 PM
Thanks guy, it was a good time, my first vacation with just a 91mm SAK, and it went quite well.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on June 14, 2019, 07:07:57 PM
The lone wanderer with only a SAK in the wilds?

Glad you’re back! 👍
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 15, 2019, 12:19:46 AM
Outstanding!!👍👍
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ulzhan on June 15, 2019, 01:30:29 PM
Nice landscape, LW!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Intorikata on June 16, 2019, 02:09:46 PM
Ok, I posted a pic of my new 'champ a few pages back (thanks for compliments btw), and I'm already considering a second specimen of this knife I previously felt was merely ostentatious and gimmicky.

Just want to confirm - the Silvertech scales are NOT plus scales, right? No pen, pin?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on June 16, 2019, 06:01:28 PM
Hi Intorikata you are correct. The Silvertech scales do not support the pen or the pin.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Intorikata on June 16, 2019, 06:20:07 PM
Thanks Max 😎👉👉
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on June 16, 2019, 11:04:01 PM
My daughter’s SwissChamp with nylon economy scales.

(https://i.imgur.com/7uImVxph.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on June 16, 2019, 11:06:30 PM
Nice pic Buzz  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 16, 2019, 11:22:34 PM
 :iagree:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Spartan19 on June 16, 2019, 11:23:05 PM
Nice ones guys! :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on June 17, 2019, 12:00:25 AM
Cool pic Spartan  :like: 8)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 17, 2019, 12:36:55 AM
Great pic Noah!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ulzhan on June 17, 2019, 08:45:28 PM
It seems those strawberries are screwed.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on June 17, 2019, 09:10:12 PM
Nice one ulzhan  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ulzhan on June 17, 2019, 09:22:45 PM
The bit driver would be overkill here...  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on June 17, 2019, 09:29:22 PM
 :rofl: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: The Lone Wanderer on June 21, 2019, 03:31:22 AM
After 4 years of Swisschamp ownership I have been actively carrying mine 24/7 and honestly I don't think I will be switching to anything else anytime soon, outstanding bit of kit.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wunan on June 21, 2019, 06:14:48 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190621/1a377bcb17fb93a53a2f662e921be42a.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190621/5c24d56991018a3f217e80c107d04942.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190621/8e389742b5eeabfa69980c42aca3e603.jpg)
Two special swisschamp in my collection
The next one is ordered by Chinese mountaineering association for the 50anniversary of climbed the Everest
Limited number 1655 represents the number of person who successfully climbed the highest mountain in the world till 2002


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 21, 2019, 07:09:26 AM
Aren't they awesome LW?  I might try a year long Swisschamp carry later this year.  I love the tool set, and I really don't find them so large as to be uncomfortable to carry. 
After 4 years of Swisschamp ownership I have been actively carrying mine 24/7 and honestly I don't think I will be switching to anything else anytime soon, outstanding bit of kit.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 21, 2019, 07:13:08 AM
Very nice Wunan!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on June 21, 2019, 10:28:26 AM
 :iagree: :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on June 25, 2019, 03:07:19 AM
The “SwissTank” is pretty close to SwissChamp perfection for me.

(https://i.imgur.com/u4lQG8eh.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 25, 2019, 03:39:33 AM
I agree Buzz, it's gorgeous!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: comis on June 25, 2019, 05:21:30 AM
Good pix!  And I remember how compact and good were those photon flashlights too! :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on June 25, 2019, 12:10:57 PM
Very nice pic Buzz  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on June 25, 2019, 07:57:14 PM
The “SwissTank” is pretty close to SwissChamp perfection for me.

(https://i.imgur.com/u4lQG8eh.jpg)

You improved on perfection with those scales Buzz  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ulzhan on June 25, 2019, 10:43:18 PM
Man... This heatwave is very strong here. When even the XLT cannot help you you're screwed.

Nice scales buzz!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on June 25, 2019, 11:19:06 PM
Stay safe in the heat ulzhan  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 25, 2019, 11:52:25 PM
 :iagree:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: evh on June 26, 2019, 12:17:16 AM
Can I join?  Briefly, I have been a knife/multitool guy for the last 5 years.  Trying different ones.  I have to tell you, the SwissChamp is now my EDC.  We will see if that changes anytime soon, but I work on so many different things, I am afraid to be without the vast tool selection.  I forgot it one day and had to resort to my older Leatherman "SuperTool?" in my car.  So cumbersome to open it up and pull out a tool.  Was not comfortable in the hand at all.  Granted, It is made like a tank, but most of what I am working on, the SwissChamp works out great.   Also note I bought my SwissChamp used but in like new condition for $25, such a great deal!!!

Simply sharing.

PS, I am sure you have all noticed that is not a Guiness in the Guinness glass.  I love Guinness, but it happens to be a Hamms in the glass. 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on June 26, 2019, 12:53:09 AM
Welcome to the club evh  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 26, 2019, 01:29:54 AM
Absolutely!  Welcome aboard, and great pic!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on June 26, 2019, 04:22:14 AM
Can I join?  Briefly, I have been a knife/multitool guy for the last 5 years.  Trying different ones.  I have to tell you, the SwissChamp is now my EDC.  We will see if that changes anytime soon, but I work on so many different things, I am afraid to be without the vast tool selection.  I forgot it one day and had to resort to my older Leatherman "SuperTool?" in my car.  So cumbersome to open it up and pull out a tool.  Was not comfortable in the hand at all.  Granted, It is made like a tank, but most of what I am working on, the SwissChamp works out great.   Also note I bought my SwissChamp used but in like new condition for $25, such a great deal!!!

Simply sharing.

PS, I am sure you have all noticed that is not a Guiness in the Guinness glass.  I love Guinness, but it happens to be a Hamms in the glass.

Welcome into the fold. You have chosen wisely.

I also tried carrying a pocket knife/Leatherman combo, and could never quite make the combination work for me. Too much overall bulk. Too much fuss to open the tool I needed. Often not quite the tool I needed, and more often too much tool for the job. I required more finesse in my tool selection, which the SwissChamp has in spades.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 26, 2019, 04:32:17 AM
Swisschamp...a more elegant tool from a civilized age :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on June 26, 2019, 04:58:20 AM
Swisschamp...a more elegant tool from a civilized age :D

 :iagree:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Butch on June 26, 2019, 06:56:13 AM
What I think about the Champ .........see my sigline ...............old pick, may have to add something.........
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on June 26, 2019, 07:25:58 AM
Great Champ collection Butch. Love the customization you’ve done.  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on June 26, 2019, 12:20:39 PM
 :iagree: :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 26, 2019, 02:41:11 PM
 :iagree: and your signature line too!  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on June 26, 2019, 03:28:44 PM
What I think about the Champ .........see my sigline ...............old pick, may have to add something.........

Wicked collection. Love that Warhawk!!!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ivo on June 26, 2019, 04:55:06 PM
Just delivered and need to be cleaned :woohoo:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on June 26, 2019, 04:57:56 PM
Nice one Ivo  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ivo on June 26, 2019, 05:10:57 PM
(http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/thanks/animated-thanks-smiley-emoticon.gif) (http://www.sherv.net/) Wspeed
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on June 26, 2019, 05:11:25 PM
 :2tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: AlephZero on June 26, 2019, 08:43:52 PM
*sigh* I need to get a new one, mine was consumed in the creation of the Quantum Mechanic...  :-\

 :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on June 30, 2019, 07:01:25 PM
Swisschamp day!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190630/f090777d4627619badfab4588da8a72f.jpg)

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on June 30, 2019, 07:20:25 PM
Nice pic Hevy  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on June 30, 2019, 07:43:18 PM
Can smell that cinnamon  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 30, 2019, 10:56:37 PM
 :iagree: :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Intorikata on August 05, 2019, 10:59:28 PM
Hi Intorikata you are correct. The Silvertech scales do not support the pen or the pin.

New development - I just scored a silvertech Climber and a silvertech Spartan, and both have pin holes. Good news for pin fans.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on August 05, 2019, 11:12:16 PM
Nice ones Intorikata  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Intorikata on August 06, 2019, 12:49:13 AM
Thanks. Just noticed with a little digging though that the thing with pinholes in silvertech scales has been known for a while. Oops. To de-derail the thread, here's a pic of my backup (hahaha, ahahahaha, HAAAHAHAHA!!!) 'Champ in good ol fashioned red cellidor
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on August 06, 2019, 06:25:13 AM
Can't argue with Classic red!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on August 06, 2019, 01:51:39 PM
 :iagree: :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on August 06, 2019, 06:08:47 PM
Another classic red, early gen :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on August 06, 2019, 06:10:16 PM
Nice one  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Intorikata on August 06, 2019, 06:38:56 PM
Nice - gray magnifier!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on August 06, 2019, 06:58:45 PM
Thanks WS, Intorikata.  :hatsoff:
1st gen SC, wish I could find more of these...
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on August 06, 2019, 07:00:15 PM
The SwissChamp was my first SAK I ever owned
And now 25 years later I still have it  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on August 06, 2019, 07:02:49 PM
Here is a pic of my SwissChamp  :tu:

(https://i.imgur.com/w87BRSAh.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on August 06, 2019, 07:10:11 PM
Nice one Wim!  There is just something about a Swisschamp... :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on August 06, 2019, 07:11:34 PM
I know what you mean I still like the SwissChamp a lot  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on August 06, 2019, 07:16:53 PM
Nice Wim to see that classic.  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on August 06, 2019, 07:17:40 PM
Thanks Max  :cheers: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Simon_Templar on September 13, 2019, 11:22:22 AM
As a new member to this forum, I guess this is the first club I must join if ever I want to be taken seriously by you ladies and gentlemen.

For sentimental reasons I acquired the pictured Champ about two months ago to replace its predecessor, which had served me well during my student years and got lost abroad in 2005. For more than a decade I had lived happily with just a Hercules, Tradesman and Minichamp dwelling in my drawer. Now this unassuming Champ sent me right down the rabbit hole and two months and more than a dozen new SAKs later, here I finally am...
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on September 13, 2019, 01:22:01 PM
Welcome ST, and it looks like you’re well-organized with your carry option there too!  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 13, 2019, 02:02:19 PM
Great to have you aboard Simon!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on September 13, 2019, 03:05:37 PM
Congratulations!
The Hercules isn’t so bad...I have one also!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on September 13, 2019, 03:09:30 PM
Nice one Simon  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on September 13, 2019, 03:10:57 PM
Nice pic Simon! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on September 13, 2019, 04:02:14 PM
As a new member to this forum, I guess this is the first club I must join if ever I want to be taken seriously by you ladies and gentlemen.

For sentimental reasons I acquired the pictured Champ about two months ago to replace its predecessor, which had served me well during my student years and got lost abroad in 2005. For more than a decade I had lived happily with just a Hercules, Tradesman and Minichamp dwelling in my drawer. Now this unassuming Champ sent me right down the rabbit hole and two months and more than a dozen new SAKs later, here I finally am...

Welcome to the fold!!!!

The SwissTank is with me every day.

(https://i.imgur.com/j4ALYMeh.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 13, 2019, 04:09:41 PM
I love the Swisstank!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on September 13, 2019, 04:15:11 PM
 :iagree:  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Simon_Templar on September 13, 2019, 04:35:08 PM
Thanks everyone for the warm welcome. I really appreciate it!

Welcome ST, and it looks like you’re well-organized with your carry option there too!  :like:

Many thanks, glad to be aboard. Learned about the P-7 in this forum, of course;-)


@ Ray (don't get how to insert multiple quotes yet or maybe it's just my phone): I like the Hercules a lot, it's a tad too big though (and, alas, a tad too illegal in many countries). Cannot figure out why I bought the Tradesman though. No scissors in such a big tool? What a waste.

@ Buzzbait: Beautiful scales!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on September 13, 2019, 10:32:14 PM
Thanks everyone for the warm welcome. I really appreciate it!

Many thanks, glad to be aboard. Learned about the P-7 in this forum, of course;-)


@ Ray (don't get how to insert multiple quotes yet or maybe it's just my phone): I like the Hercules a lot, it's a tad too big though (and, alas, a tad too illegal in many countries). Cannot figure out why I bought the Tradesman though. No scissors in such a big tool? What a waste.

@ Buzzbait: Beautiful scales!
To include more quotes, when you are typing in the box...look below to Topic Summary and find the post you want and just click on the INSERT QUOTE button and it will bring it into your box to be posted.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SirVicaLot on September 13, 2019, 11:30:47 PM
Here is my first SwissChamp  :cheers:

(https://i.imgur.com/PqsfGB2l.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 13, 2019, 11:40:18 PM
Nice!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on September 13, 2019, 11:47:10 PM
 :iagree:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Simon_Templar on September 14, 2019, 12:07:23 AM
To include more quotes, when you are typing in the box...look below to Topic Summary and find the post you want and just click on the INSERT QUOTE button and it will bring it into your box to be posted.

Thanks for the advice, Ray. I tried that but it just wouldn't work - a problem with my mobile phone or the browser (Brave) I guess. Will keep working on it.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Simon_Templar on September 14, 2019, 12:09:45 AM
Here is my first SwissChamp  :cheers:

(https://i.imgur.com/PqsfGB2l.jpg)

Kudos, Sir Vic!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: pointsky on September 14, 2019, 01:27:08 AM
my one and only swisschamp(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/467b4eca2db5cc6b314ef3db5977f054.jpg)

Sent from my SM-G975W using Tapatalk

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 14, 2019, 02:01:15 AM
Very nice!  Like those black scales!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 14, 2019, 02:03:17 AM
Here is mine. 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SirVicaLot on September 14, 2019, 02:14:14 AM
Nice ones, guys!  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Steinar on September 14, 2019, 09:42:37 AM
Sorry for butting in between the great photos, but I wanted to share I've lately EDCed a SwissChamp a lot because it's such a comfortable pocket carry. If the weight isn't an issue, it works because the 33 mm of tool layers makes it very stable upright (in my case in a Saktory microfiber pouch in a front pants pocket). The stability actually makes it more comfortable than many thinner knives. It's so contra-intuitive I thought it'd be fun to add in here.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on September 14, 2019, 01:04:23 PM
Nice SwissChamps everyone  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 14, 2019, 02:15:06 PM
I understand completely Steinar.  I know I really dislike having a knife go sideways in my pocket. 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on September 14, 2019, 02:43:48 PM
Thanks for the advice, Ray. I tried that but it just wouldn't work - a problem with my mobile phone or the browser (Brave) I guess. Will keep working on it.
Oh, bummer!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on September 14, 2019, 02:44:14 PM
my one and only swisschamp(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190913/467b4eca2db5cc6b314ef3db5977f054.jpg)

Sent from my SM-G975W using Tapatalk
:tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on September 14, 2019, 02:44:53 PM
Here is mine.
Nice  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on September 14, 2019, 10:37:45 PM
Sorry for butting in between the great photos, but I wanted to share I've lately EDCed a SwissChamp a lot because it's such a comfortable pocket carry. If the weight isn't an issue, it works because the 33 mm of tool layers makes it very stable upright (in my case in a Saktory microfiber pouch in a front pants pocket). The stability actually makes it more comfortable than many thinner knives. It's so contra-intuitive I thought it'd be fun to add in here.

I agree completely. The thickness of all those layers makes for far easier pocket carry than other SAKs such as the Explorer or Huntsman.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on September 15, 2019, 03:45:03 PM
My SwissChamp

(https://i.imgur.com/IpAX9REh.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 15, 2019, 03:47:34 PM
Great pic Wim!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on September 15, 2019, 03:53:47 PM
Thanks BR :cheers: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: BadMechanic on September 15, 2019, 11:15:27 PM
Nice pic  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on September 16, 2019, 12:13:26 AM
Thought I'd add my new-to-me SwissChamp:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48739359317_55513884c2.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Simon_Templar on September 16, 2019, 12:21:12 AM
Thought I'd add my new-to-me SwissChamp:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48739359317_55513884c2.jpg)

Nice!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on September 16, 2019, 12:32:30 AM
 :iagree:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 16, 2019, 02:07:23 AM
Very nice Lisa!!
Nice!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on September 16, 2019, 02:08:05 AM
Thank you ST, RR and Barry!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on September 16, 2019, 03:56:44 AM
Thought I'd add my new-to-me SwissChamp:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48739359317_55513884c2.jpg)

Love the scales........ And the SwissChamp, of course.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Reinier on September 16, 2019, 08:53:12 AM
Are you wearing the matching t-shirt FB?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on September 16, 2019, 12:36:34 PM
Love the scales........ And the SwissChamp, of course.
Thank you Buzzbait!  :cheers:
Are you wearing the matching t-shirt FB?
I don't have the matching t-shirt.  Hope it's not a requirement to wear when carrying the SAK or else I'll have to go topless.  :ahhh
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Huntsman on September 16, 2019, 12:37:55 PM
Thought I'd add my new-to-me SwissChamp:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48739359317_55513884c2.jpg)
Aaaaaarrrrrggggghhh FB - You found my Holy Grail
- I so want those scales - after seeing them in the Wiki (Climber page) quite a while ago
I spent a few months looking out for them on ebay - But never any luck - If you do see another one could you snap it up for me please?

Interesting thoughts Steinar   :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: VICMAN on September 16, 2019, 12:56:36 PM
Thought I'd add my new-to-me SwissChamp:


Very nice FB! :like: :tu: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: FolderBeholder on September 16, 2019, 01:04:19 PM
Aaaaaarrrrrggggghhh FB - You found my Holy Grail
- I so want those scales - after seeing them in the Wiki (Climber page) quite a while ago
I spent a few months looking out for them on ebay - But never any luck - If you do see another one could you snap it up for me please?
I'll notify you if I spot one Huntsman.   :tu: I actually only thought they came on the Climber knives. 
Very nice FB! :like: :tu: :tu:
Thank you Vicman!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on September 16, 2019, 02:28:37 PM
Nice one FB :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Reinier on September 16, 2019, 04:56:19 PM
I don't have the matching t-shirt.  Hope it's not a requirement to wear when carrying the SAK or else I'll have to go topless.  :ahhh

:ahhh

I don't have the t-shirt either, but I did find one at a pretty big discount. But it's a few sizes too small for me.
Maybe I'll buy it anyways :think:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Ron Who on September 16, 2019, 05:40:36 PM
I don´t have the t-shirt either, but I had one, once. I wore it to tatters.
I also have a set of matching playing cards somewhere.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Reinier on September 16, 2019, 06:07:57 PM
I sold mine...

(https://www.vicfan.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/victorinox-playing-cards.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: abwaluyo on November 03, 2019, 12:57:35 PM
greetings, experts. I have a Swisschamp. The outer liner of my knife is bent.
1. Because I love and appreciate this tool, do you know the right non-destructive way to fix this problem?
2. Is there a possibility to repair without removing the scale?
 The answer from you experts will be very appreciated. Sincerely Thanks
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on November 04, 2019, 07:17:25 PM
Hi abwaluyo

This is the layer next to the cap lifter/large flat driver.

Unfortunately there is no easy way to repair a bent liner at the pivot area.

Without the opportunity of inspecting the knife, it’s difficult to make an assessment.

You could try pressing the SAK together in a vice between layers of hardboard for protection. This may help press the liner flat without removing the scales. (Fold the CS out to prevent pressing it).

If this does not work, next would be more forceful work involving removing the scale and using a light hammer to remodel the liner. Obviously this and above techniques are not without risks (...no responsibility, etc, etc)

Final option is a rebuild. Either factory or modder.

Good luck!  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kamakiri on November 04, 2019, 08:01:37 PM
greetings, experts. I have a Swisschamp. The outer liner of my knife is bent.
1. Because I love and appreciate this tool, do you know the right non-destructive way to fix this problem?
2. Is there a possibility to repair without removing the scale?
 The answer from you experts will be very appreciated. Sincerely Thanks
I'd try a C-clamp and use some of the suggestions above. I'd open the Caplifter/SD too, to press the bent liner against it.

If that doesn't work, you're probably best off sending it to Victorinox for warrantee repair.  I don't see why it wouldn't be free aside from shipping.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: abwaluyo on November 05, 2019, 09:16:32 AM
Hi abwaluyo

This is the layer next to the cap lifter/large flat driver.

Unfortunately there is no easy way to repair a bent liner at the pivot area.

Without the opportunity of inspecting the knife, it’s difficult to make an assessment.

You could try pressing the SAK together in a vice between layers of hardboard for protection. This may help press the liner flat without removing the scales. (Fold the CS out to prevent pressing it).
.....

Thank you very much
What does the CS stands for?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: abwaluyo on November 05, 2019, 09:29:25 AM
I'd try a C-clamp and use some of the suggestions above. I'd open the Caplifter/SD too, to press the bent liner against it.

If that doesn't work, you're probably best off sending it to Victorinox for warrantee repair.  I don't see why it wouldn't be free aside from shipping.

A Clamp would be a good idea.

I'm not sure whether to send it to the Victorinox representative store in my country. but I will try to find out.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on November 05, 2019, 10:08:02 AM
Thank you very much
What does the CS stands for?
CorkScrew, at a wild guess...  ;)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rapidray on November 05, 2019, 02:00:46 PM
 :iagree:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on November 05, 2019, 08:35:13 PM
 :tu: yup
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: abwaluyo on November 08, 2019, 10:52:07 AM
thanks to all of you. I'll let you know the results. hopefully it works.  :climber:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on November 08, 2019, 08:13:34 PM
 Good luck  :popcorn:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ElevenBlade on December 04, 2019, 10:40:45 PM
Here's mine.

Members of the club - Is there any tool on the SwissChamp that you haven't used, or feel like you dont need? 

I could do without the file... blasphemy, I know... but I just never need one.

What about you?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on December 04, 2019, 10:52:16 PM
I have used every tool on the SwissChamp but
the fish scaler is probably been used the least
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ElevenBlade on December 04, 2019, 11:21:44 PM
I have used every tool on the SwissChamp but
the fish scaler is probably been used the least

I figure most people use that the least - I've used to the ruler and the forked hook disgorger (for unintended purposes) enough times to consider it useful.  At one point I nearly bought the Fisherman for that reason.  It's lucky that I didn't have the money at the time, because I haven't used the fish scaler in a while, and I need the saw more often nowadays.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Gareth on December 05, 2019, 09:25:25 PM
Some folks will hate me for this but I've never been a huge fan of the pliers. :-[  Add a lot of thickness to the SAK and I wouldn't miss them if they were gone.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on December 05, 2019, 10:06:10 PM
Nothing wrong with that Gareth  :tu:
If we all liked the same tools than Victorinox wouldn’t
have to make so many different models of SAKs  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ElevenBlade on December 06, 2019, 01:41:15 AM
Some folks will hate me for this but I've never been a huge fan of the pliers. :-[  Add a lot of thickness to the SAK and I wouldn't miss them if they were gone.

I use my Champion (SC minus pliers) much more often to be honest.  But I have this recurring nightmare that I will need those little pliers and I won't have them with me.   :ahhh
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: BadMechanic on December 06, 2019, 05:20:54 PM
Some folks will hate me for this but I've never been a huge fan of the pliers. :-[  Add a lot of thickness to the SAK and I wouldn't miss them if they were gone.

I will agree. While they are good for some tasks, they would never handle the plier abuse I deal with at work. Mainly because they are too small.  :tu:

for home, messing with small parts they work just fine.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on December 15, 2019, 04:45:51 PM
The SwissChamp for Sunday

(https://i.imgur.com/R6MV7IG.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on December 16, 2019, 02:51:43 AM
The Dolphin screwdriver for me.  I just don't have a big use for it.  Great to see some Swisschamp love!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on December 16, 2019, 01:38:37 PM
 :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on April 05, 2020, 04:26:35 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/ab4cX6W.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 05, 2020, 04:47:07 PM
Very nice! 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on April 05, 2020, 10:15:22 PM
Thanks BR :cheers: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on May 09, 2020, 05:42:20 PM
Nice Wim. :like:

Got this as a trade yesterday. Identified as a 1986 Swiss Champ. Needed a new small blade, polish and good clean.  :salute:

These old model are growing on me.  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on May 09, 2020, 06:06:34 PM
Thanks Max  :cheers:
That is a old SwissChamp you got there  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on May 09, 2020, 06:07:25 PM
The one you see in the pics I bought brand new in 1991 :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on May 09, 2020, 07:20:16 PM
That’s a nice model then Wim.  :like: Will make it an early version 3 when they first introduced the stud on the scissors, the hook, smooth CS and pin. The keyring moved to the opener layer but the pliers still did not have the crimper.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on May 09, 2020, 07:26:30 PM
Thanks for the information Max  :cheers:
I just checked the pliers the only thing I can
see is that it has small cutters is this correct  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on May 09, 2020, 07:34:41 PM
Yours should be smooth behind the pivot, like this pic. In 1995 they added crimpers.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on May 09, 2020, 07:42:25 PM
Yes that is how my pliers are  :tu:
Thanks again Max :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on May 09, 2020, 07:57:34 PM
 :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 09, 2020, 08:48:47 PM
I've got an old one like that Max.  Yours looks great!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on May 09, 2020, 08:51:45 PM
Thanks Barry.  :hatsoff: After the April SAK Stack Chalenge, I have a new respect and admiration for the Swiss Champ, especially these older ones.  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on May 10, 2020, 05:05:57 PM
It’s SwissChamp Sunday  :woohoo:

(https://i.imgur.com/CkdsaHi.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Antonis Zita on May 10, 2020, 10:36:59 PM
 I have two Swisschamps. A red and a blue transparent one. Both users. I carry the SC vertical in my right front pocket, hanging from a Vic steel belt hanger. The Swisschamp is a very usefull tool and i don't consider it heavy or big. I love SC
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on May 10, 2020, 11:19:24 PM
Blue transparent is a nice option.  :like: I also carry off a short belt clip in my front pocket. Don’t even notice it’s there.  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ElevenBlade on May 11, 2020, 12:44:32 AM
After the recent Stack Challenge.... I'm quite sure... When it comes time that I want to EDC a magnifying lens I'll EDC a Swisschamp.  I'd need to find a horizontal belt pouch for it though.

Its not that I use all the tools other that often... But I would want to use it in a way that makes it worth it.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SirVicaLot on May 11, 2020, 01:00:42 AM
I have two Swisschamps. A red and a blue transparent one. Both users. I carry the SC vertical in my right front pocket, hanging from a Vic steel belt hanger. The Swisschamp is a very usefull tool and i don't consider it heavy or big. I love SC

I use the belt hanger as well. Great way to carry even heavier tools like SC or Spirit :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: uno más on May 16, 2020, 12:11:51 PM
I love my SC!

I'm fairly new to SAKs, up to three weeks ago I only had an excelsior (which doesn't really count), and now I have... 7.  :o

The SC was my fourth, and first 91mm. Having bought a 58mm, 84mm and 93mm, I knew I needed a 91mm, but how to choose? Fortunately I stumbled upon a helpful Amazon review (unfortunately I can't find it to credit the author), that essentially said:

"buy a SC so you don't have to worry about which tools you want but don't have, once you have everything you can begin to decide how to downsize"

Of course, I was well on my way to becoming a Knight, so this made perfect sense to me. But I can honestly say I'm glad I followed this suspect logic; the SC exceeded my expectations. I never knew I needed a magnifying glass; the backside tools have been fun to find uses for; and I'm even enjoying the fish scaler! Great for cutting polystyrene foam.

(https://i.ibb.co/YysDxq2/sc-poly.jpg) (https://ibb.co/P9HTdfx)

I can tolerate pocketing it when I'm spending the day doing DIY. It fits in the 5th pocket fairly well, and the size when handling it just gives a better grip.

(https://i.ibb.co/0GRdSsN/sc-pocket.jpg) (https://ibb.co/BC5SxnD)

I was surprised that the girth did not affect even the chisel.I've settled on 2 layers of any length to be my upper limit of thickness for daily carry, so I'm glad I didn't spiral down the 91mm rabbit hole of hiker, climber, huntsman, etc.

(https://i.ibb.co/s5gc1z4/sc-chisel.jpg) (https://ibb.co/cbyR8V9)

In short, I would consider the SC a mandatory purchase  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on May 16, 2020, 02:03:51 PM
Welcome to the club uno  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ElevenBlade on May 16, 2020, 04:11:43 PM
I love my SC!

I'm fairly new to SAKs, up to three weeks ago I only had an excelsior (which doesn't really count), and now I have... 7.  :o

The SC was my fourth, and first 91mm. Having bought a 58mm, 84mm and 93mm, I knew I needed a 91mm, but how to choose? Fortunately I stumbled upon a helpful Amazon review (unfortunately I can't find it to credit the author), that essentially said:

"buy a SC so you don't have to worry about which tools you want but don't have, once you have everything you can begin to decide how to downsize"

Of course, I was well on my way to becoming a Knight, so this made perfect sense to me. But I can honestly say I'm glad I followed this suspect logic; the SC exceeded my expectations. I never knew I needed a magnifying glass; the backside tools have been fun to find uses for; and I'm even enjoying the fish scaler! Great for cutting polystyrene foam.

(https://i.ibb.co/YysDxq2/sc-poly.jpg) (https://ibb.co/P9HTdfx)

I can tolerate pocketing it when I'm spending the day doing DIY. It fits in the 5th pocket fairly well, and the size when handling it just gives a better grip.

(https://i.ibb.co/0GRdSsN/sc-pocket.jpg) (https://ibb.co/BC5SxnD)

I was surprised that the girth did not affect even the chisel.I've settled on 2 layers of any length to be my upper limit of thickness for daily carry, so I'm glad I didn't spiral down the 91mm rabbit hole of hiker, climber, huntsman, etc.

(https://i.ibb.co/s5gc1z4/sc-chisel.jpg) (https://ibb.co/cbyR8V9)

In short, I would consider the SC a mandatory purchase  :cheers:

 :like: :cheers:

You really should get the Huntsman though, You could get by without the scaler and pliers, and the 58mm on your keys has a file.  It fits better in a regular pocket in case you arent wearing jeans. 

Woah, watch your step!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on June 07, 2020, 09:01:42 PM
New for me old SC. Unusual because it has the new pliers with crimper, stud scissors but no hook, grooved CS and lanyard on CS side.  :think:
Traded with original owner who had it from new and it’s unused. Must be a ‘transitional’ version from Victorinox, probably early 1990s.  :dunno:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 07, 2020, 09:11:29 PM
Looks great Max!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on June 07, 2020, 09:21:26 PM
Thanks Barry. Love these older SCs...  :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on June 07, 2020, 11:10:10 PM
Nice one Max  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on June 07, 2020, 11:27:08 PM
 :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on June 16, 2020, 09:18:44 AM
Presenting my first SwissChamp which I found a few days ago after having misplaced and not found it for about 8-10 years or so  :facepalm: :ahhh

I think I remember buying it new around 1990-91. It has no hook and the wider pliers with no crimper as well as the grey magnifier, which places it in the 1988-91 bracket (I think), so that would confirm my flagging memory  :whistle:

Still in pretty good shape, which is no surprise :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 16, 2020, 09:31:52 AM
Very nice!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on June 16, 2020, 10:45:58 PM
You must have been delighted to find that after so many years DT.  :tu:
I like the older SCs without the hook, the keyring on the SC side and the grey mag/long Phillips.
Yours look in good condition too. Now put it somewhere safe...but not too difficult to find again.  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on June 16, 2020, 11:11:09 PM
Thanks Max, well yes, it's in my pocket on this trip so I'm not too likely to lose it again :D
I was very very happy to find it  :cheers: :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Altis on July 22, 2020, 04:17:51 AM
Posted this in the latest acquisition thread but thought I'd toss it in here for anyone browsing the biggy mac champ  :D

(https://i.ibb.co/JmHmKGv/My-Swiss-Champ.jpg) (https://ibb.co/NtKtsJ9)

I have an idea for a very useful mod for this one. I'm still planning to see if I'd be able to get it right as it'll be a bit tricky -- have never seen it done before. Nice thing is the mod wouldn't remove any of the existing functions, only add.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on July 22, 2020, 05:12:27 AM
 :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Helvetica Bold on July 22, 2020, 09:42:48 AM
Posted this in the latest acquisition thread but thought I'd toss it in here for anyone browsing the biggy mac champ  :D

(https://i.ibb.co/JmHmKGv/My-Swiss-Champ.jpg) (https://ibb.co/NtKtsJ9)

I have an idea for a very useful mod for this one. I'm still planning to see if I'd be able to get it right as it'll be a bit tricky -- have never seen it done before. Nice thing is the mod wouldn't remove any of the existing functions, only add.

Okay, interested....
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on July 22, 2020, 09:46:15 PM
 :iagree: :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on August 02, 2020, 06:47:34 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/8QNFBSV.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: 39hotrod on August 03, 2020, 01:57:24 PM
 :like: :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on August 03, 2020, 02:02:07 PM
Thanks hotrod  :cheers: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Frailer on August 04, 2020, 12:20:12 AM
I’ve owned this SwissChamp for almost 35 years; as soon as this model was released I *had* to have one.

It rode in my bag for many years, coming out only when the Huntsman (and later Compact) in my pocket was faced with a task it couldn’t handle. A few years ago I decided it had earned retirement, but I still take it out and fondle it on occasion.

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on August 04, 2020, 03:43:15 AM
That's a beautiful knife and a great history :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: 39hotrod on August 04, 2020, 01:12:17 PM
 :iagree: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on August 04, 2020, 02:05:25 PM
Nice one Frailer :like:
I have had my one for 25 years now
and it was my first SAK as well  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: BadMechanic on August 05, 2020, 12:48:54 AM
I love mine. Unfortunately I cant use it as my main source of tools due to pliers.

I need to use it more. If you guys could remind me every 3 to 4 days...thanks  :whistle:  :rofl:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on August 05, 2020, 02:21:39 PM
Don’t forget to use your SwissChamp BM :pok: :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: 39hotrod on August 05, 2020, 02:45:04 PM
 :rofl: :tu:
Don’t forget to use your SwissChamp BM :pok: :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on August 05, 2020, 07:30:35 PM
You might have to remind him again hotrod  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: BadMechanic on August 05, 2020, 10:14:11 PM
Got the SC sitting next to my Surge. Now I cant miss it  :pok:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on August 05, 2020, 10:26:57 PM
Just don’t forget to use it  :pok: :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: BadMechanic on August 05, 2020, 10:36:50 PM
 :facepalm:

Crap. Youll need to remind me for that too  :whistle: :rofl:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on August 05, 2020, 10:38:03 PM
 :rofl:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: BadMechanic on August 06, 2020, 05:59:51 AM
Just got home, sat down and started playing with it. being a nailbiter, SAKs always gave me trouble. I only really struggled with one tool (large blade). Could be due to size but I forgot how much I liked this thing. And way more tools than I remember. Best $70 worth of tools I spent on.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on August 06, 2020, 08:00:33 AM
Before lockdown (and office wear), I used to cycle through 3-5 layer SAKs for my EDC. Now working from home, I find my SC the best option in my jeans. Such a versatile tool. (Although I do carry a small Knipex in my opposite pocket) 😁
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: 39hotrod on August 06, 2020, 01:51:08 PM
You might have to remind him again hotrod  :D

 :rofl: OK..
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: robo on August 06, 2020, 07:45:59 PM
I liked the LLbean front scale so I had to take the front from a Camper and pair with dark green plus back scale for a customized champ. I also have what I call my Slim Champ. All champs are winners in my book.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on August 06, 2020, 08:24:09 PM
Nice SwissChamps robo  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: robo on August 06, 2020, 09:22:34 PM
Thank you!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Frailer on August 07, 2020, 04:52:48 PM
As soon as I posted about my “retired” Swisschamp a few days ago I got the idea that I needed another....so this arrived today.

This one appears to be a half-dozen or so years younger than its predecessor, with the second generation pliers (thicker, but without the crimper) and riveted scissors w/hook. It appears to have seen very little, if any, use. I will remedy this oversight.

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on August 07, 2020, 05:22:25 PM
Congrats! Looks like a great sample. You can never have enough SwissChamps!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: robo on August 07, 2020, 09:32:21 PM
Wow Frailer that is a nice one. I just let one go that looked just like that! A few scratches but mostly unused and same type of tools. You didn’t get it from watchutalkinbout did you? That would be a bit of a “small world“ moment.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Frailer on August 07, 2020, 10:10:56 PM
Wow Frailer that is a nice one. You didn’t get it from watchutalkinbout did you? That would be a bit of a “small world“ moment.

It is indeed a small world.

Thanks for a great knife!   :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: robo on August 07, 2020, 10:25:28 PM
Wow! You’re quite welcome and thank you. Glad it went to a good home. It’s cool how Victorinox blends in old and new tools into many variations but I guess if you have old tool stock it needs to be used. Just makes for some interesting mixes of old and new and the many varieties of champs and champions show this very well.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Frailer on August 07, 2020, 10:32:34 PM
Thanks also for your honest description.

Many eBay sellers "gild the lily" a bit, so I always anticipate having to do a little maintenance work on any used SAK I purchase, and I am even prepared to toss one into the "spare parts" drawer on occasion.  It was very nice to receive one that was in pocket-ready condition. A tip of the hat to you, sir.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: robo on August 08, 2020, 02:46:22 AM
Thanks so much. It can be a gamble there like you said. I stated on a different thread that it’s best not go over your set comfy amount on auction sites as many here probably already know to be cautious. Just got my latest in today! A new Cadet. My first one with their new file design. Sorry, forgot I was on the champ thread so included is my yellow Champ as well.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: robo on August 18, 2020, 02:45:20 AM
And another one I forgot I had and one I stuck in a bit driver.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: 39hotrod on August 18, 2020, 01:12:20 PM
 :like: :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on August 18, 2020, 03:17:57 PM
Nice collection  :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: munsonhsr on August 18, 2020, 03:46:24 PM
Thanks so much. It can be a gamble there like you said. I stated on a different thread that it’s best not go over your set comfy amount on auction sites as many here probably already know to be cautious. Just got my latest in today! A new Cadet. My first one with their new file design. Sorry, forgot I was on the champ thread so included is my yellow Champ as well.

Goal = Yellow Champ.  Love mine, but a Yellow one.... :drool:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Charlie P on September 14, 2020, 08:25:17 AM
Thanks so much. It can be a gamble there like you said. I stated on a different thread that it’s best not go over your set comfy amount on auction sites as many here probably already know to be cautious. Just got my latest in today! A new Cadet. My first one with their new file design. Sorry, forgot I was on the champ thread so included is my yellow Champ as well.

That yellow looks awesome on the Champ. Great looking sheath, too  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Charlie P on September 14, 2020, 08:27:17 AM
Crash seems to be excited with his new Champ  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Echotech on September 14, 2020, 08:49:32 AM
Crash seems to be excited with his new Champ  :D
Haha love it, I’m a big fan of both the champ and crash (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200914/66d4189d93cadcd68807edbd1ef04134.jpg)


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Charlie P on September 14, 2020, 11:44:41 AM
Haha love it, I’m a big fan of both the champ and crash (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200914/66d4189d93cadcd68807edbd1ef04134.jpg)


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Haha! Good to meet a fellow fan. That Crash remake was awesome. I still play the original ones on the PS1 but they're so hard!

...I always thought that Swiss Champs were too big, but after this one (my first) I realise how awesome they are  :D :D :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Echotech on September 14, 2020, 11:59:44 AM
Haha! Good to meet a fellow fan. That Crash remake was awesome. I still play the original ones on the PS1 but they're so hard!

...I always thought that Swiss Champs were too big, but after this one (my first) I realise how awesome they are  :D :D :D
I foolishly gave away my PS1 and all the crash games so was very pleased with the rerelease, mostly play crash team racing currently.
I don’t edc the champ but it’s a great tool for home or car, my SAK collection wouldn’t have felt anywhere near complete (not that that day will ever arrive!) without one


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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Charlie P on September 14, 2020, 12:16:40 PM
I foolishly gave away my PS1 and all the crash games so was very pleased with the rerelease, mostly play crash team racing currently.
I don’t edc the champ but it’s a great tool for home or car, my SAK collection wouldn’t have felt anywhere near complete (not that that day will ever arrive!) without one


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Crash team racing is awesome too. Classic ...You could try getting a PS1 emulator on your PC and download all you old games.

Yeah, I agree. Every SAK collection should include a Champ.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: old Lefty on September 14, 2020, 03:31:14 PM
Can I join?
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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: 39hotrod on September 16, 2020, 03:28:24 PM
 :like: :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Charlie P on September 20, 2020, 04:12:27 PM
After a long day at work, there's noting better than some whiskey and a knife to play with  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: ElevenBlade on September 20, 2020, 07:20:43 PM
After a long day at work, there's noting better than some whiskey and a knife to play with  :cheers:

Couldn't agree more!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: old Lefty on September 20, 2020, 07:34:06 PM
Slainte!
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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Charlie P on September 21, 2020, 08:42:58 AM
Slainte!
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 :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 22, 2020, 01:47:30 AM
 :cheers: Right on!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on May 02, 2021, 07:27:03 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/DPUvA56.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 02, 2021, 07:56:03 PM
Looking good Wim!  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Wspeed on May 02, 2021, 09:56:03 PM
Thanks Barry  :cheers: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Jackpine54 on July 21, 2021, 04:49:56 PM
Can I join the club?
I bought this one in 1990 on my way to Desert Storm. It replaced the champ I bought right after basic training in 1987 because, well you gotta have pliers in the desert!
Now the old girl goes out on every salmon fishing trip with me because, well you gotta have pliers on the boat!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on July 21, 2021, 05:13:15 PM
Welcome to the club Jackpine54  :hatsoff:

That's a great looking Swiss Champ you have there - we're running a "Go Big" challenge starting 1 August that you are welcome to join (and gain a badge if you succeed) - rules are listed in the thread: https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,87587.0.html (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,87587.0.html)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Jackpine54 on July 21, 2021, 05:17:59 PM
Thanks, I'll check it out! Not that I need any encouragement to carry a swisschamp.  :rofl:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on July 21, 2021, 09:24:36 PM
I love a knife with history!  I carried a Huntsman while I was in, and never wanted for anything.  I would have loved to had a Swisschamp in those days!  :D  Welcome aboard!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Greyman on July 23, 2021, 08:00:10 AM
It's Friday afternoon and my Swisschamp has appeared to help out with some important work in the garden.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on July 23, 2021, 12:17:17 PM
 :tu: :cheers: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Jackpine54 on July 23, 2021, 05:06:34 PM
Looks like relaxing work! Lucky you had the swisschamp on you.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: hsherzfeld on August 29, 2021, 07:37:46 PM
I'm in! I finally bought a SwissChamp, in celebration of returning to work as an engineer! I'm sure the magnifying glass will come in handy for reading small print on charts and diagrams in the office.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Jackpine54 on August 29, 2021, 09:41:33 PM
I'm in! I finally bought a SwissChamp, in celebration of returning to work as an engineer! I'm sure the magnifying glass will come in handy for reading small print on charts and diagrams in the office.

Welcome to the club! :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: hsherzfeld on August 30, 2021, 02:09:24 AM
Thanks! It's great to be here! I've always wanted a SwissChamp, from the first moment that I became aware of them as a kid. 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on August 30, 2021, 05:30:39 AM
Welcome aboard!   You're in possession of a legend!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SteveP on August 30, 2021, 06:11:15 AM
I'm in! I finally bought a SwissChamp, in celebration of returning to work as an engineer! I'm sure the magnifying glass will come in handy for reading small print on charts and diagrams in the office.
Welcome to the club! Great SAK, as all of us here will attest to!

Be sure to post pics of any creative uses you come up with.
 :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: hsherzfeld on August 30, 2021, 07:34:10 PM
I will! Thanks for the welcome.

I've been carrying my new SwissChamp for a day now, and I've already discovered one thing that I wish I could change: the location of the nail nick on the main blade. I had just trimmed my fingernails before the SwissChamp arrived, and I'm finding it very difficult to "pinch" the main blade in order to open it. I'm not used to reaching across seven layers of tools to get my thumbnail into the nail nick.

Are there any tricks to opening the blade, besides keeping a longer thumbnail? Right now I'm having to use my middle finger to get enough purchase on the blade.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SteveP on August 31, 2021, 01:22:06 AM
I will! Thanks for the welcome.

I've been carrying my new SwissChamp for a day now, and I've already discovered one thing that I wish I could change: the location of the nail nick on the main blade. I had just trimmed my fingernails before the SwissChamp arrived, and I'm finding it very difficult to "pinch" the main blade in order to open it. I'm not used to reaching across seven layers of tools to get my thumbnail into the nail nick.

Are there any tricks to opening the blade, besides keeping a longer thumbnail? Right now I'm having to use my middle finger to get enough purchase on the blade.
I wouldn't call it a trick, but I've found that some tools are easier to open with my left thumb and some are easier with my right thumb. Maybe try the other thumb?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: hsherzfeld on August 31, 2021, 01:37:01 AM
That actually seems to be working much better.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Huntsman on August 31, 2021, 04:54:10 AM
 :tu:    :like: 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: pa_strunk on September 08, 2021, 05:13:09 PM
Saw a movie this weekend, "Company Business", Gene Hackman as a CIA operative. What was interesting about the movie to me was that it opened with him using a swiss champ and the SAK appeared multiple times throughout the movie. Also was the first time in a movie I have seen somebody besides MacGyver use the ink pen to sign something. Not a bad movie, curious if any of you guys have seen it.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: hsherzfeld on September 10, 2021, 02:45:44 PM
I discovered another use for the fish scaler: scratching a mosquito bite through my jeans.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 10, 2021, 02:50:02 PM
 :tu:  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: hsherzfeld on September 12, 2021, 07:08:16 PM
It turns out that one of my childhood heroes, former Mythbuster Adam Savage, really likes the SwissChamp. He also has a giant, motorized Swiss Army Knife store display model that he's repaired himself. The beginning of the second video made me extremely jealous.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gygyNt2AnKA&t=196s

https://youtu.be/FEHYccr5bC8
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 13, 2021, 02:46:29 AM
Awesome!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on September 25, 2021, 12:53:17 PM
 :iagree: :o :like:

Just a posing pic from me today. Ready to travel, in checked luggage of course, and the UK is not known for being overly knife friendly so it'll probably spend most of its time in a suitcase, but I don't like to travel entirely without a multitool or SAK.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on September 25, 2021, 02:55:32 PM
The Swiss Champ is going to be my traveling companion when my journies begin anew in a couple of years. Nice choice DT!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: WECSOG on October 20, 2021, 11:21:46 AM
Just joined the Swisschamp club! No pics yet.  :climber:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Fireman on October 20, 2021, 02:11:22 PM
Red and black.  If only I had a roulette wheel for background, but the "all purpose" is appropriate.  :tu:

(https://i.ibb.co/3pyxxjv/IMG-7456.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on October 20, 2021, 08:38:41 PM
Welcome aboard! 
Just joined the Swisschamp club! No pics yet.  :climber:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on October 20, 2021, 08:38:58 PM
 :like:
Red and black.  If only I had a roulette wheel for background, but the "all purpose" is appropriate.  :tu:

(https://i.ibb.co/3pyxxjv/IMG-7456.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: hsherzfeld on October 20, 2021, 08:56:09 PM
Just joined the Swisschamp club! No pics yet.  :climber:
:salute:
You’ve taken your first step into a larger world!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on October 20, 2021, 09:02:22 PM
 :iagree:  Well said!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: hsherzfeld on October 21, 2021, 12:45:52 AM
:iagree:  Well said!
I have to give Obi-Wan Kenobi credit for that one.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Altis on October 21, 2021, 01:22:46 AM
Red and black.  If only I had a roulette wheel for background, but the "all purpose" is appropriate.  :tu:

(https://i.ibb.co/3pyxxjv/IMG-7456.jpg)

Is that how MiniChamps are made?  :o
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: WECSOG on October 21, 2021, 11:01:40 AM
Here it is, along with some of its siblings: Swisstool, Deluxe Tinker, Lumberjack, Soldier, Super Tinker, Classic.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Fireman on October 21, 2021, 12:09:16 PM
Is that how MiniChamps are made?  :o

Did you think the UPS driver just dropped them off?  :rofl:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on October 21, 2021, 02:06:24 PM
 :facepalm:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: maxdog on October 23, 2021, 11:35:51 AM
I had a Victorinox Recruit for the longest time, and went to the Swiss Champ.  Speaking of extremes, from one of the most minimalist SAKs to the most feature packed SAKs.  I feel like I'm covered for any task that can come up.

One of my favourite tools on the Swiss Champ is the magnifier.  It is so handy to look at super fine details.  Great also to look at ultra fine details of plants, insects, and mini creatures etc in the outdoors as well.  Opens up a whole new world of fine details and perspective you normally would not see.  It's like having a portable microscope to on you.


Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on October 23, 2021, 03:07:28 PM
Welcome to the club and very nice watch!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on October 23, 2021, 03:27:41 PM
 :iagree: and very vice pouch too!  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Jackpine54 on October 23, 2021, 05:38:05 PM
Welcome to the club! That magnifier is a great tool for sure. Wait until you start using the universal scaler!  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Fireman on October 23, 2021, 07:10:45 PM
Welcome to the club and very nice watch!!

 :iagree: :like:  Great pics of them both.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Altis on October 23, 2021, 07:11:10 PM
Welcome to the club! That magnifier is a great tool for sure. Wait until you start using the universal scaler!  :tu:

They'll be hooked  :whistle:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: maxdog on October 24, 2021, 05:26:25 AM
They'll be hooked  :whistle:
:iagree: :like:  Great pics of them both.
Welcome to the club! That magnifier is a great tool for sure. Wait until you start using the universal scaler!  :tu:
:iagree: and very vice pouch too!  :like:
Welcome to the club and very nice watch!!
Thanks guys for the warm welcome and kind comments.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Dr. Boombatz on December 21, 2021, 03:17:51 AM
Just picked up this Swiss champ in translucent sapphire. I will admit, I've never been a big fan of this color, but it is growing on me. I went with this color because I found it for $68 shipped brand new in the unopened box, so I couldn't pass it up! The color is growing on me for sure!

(https://i.imgur.com/1WbkisEl.jpg)

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Jackpine54 on December 21, 2021, 03:23:09 AM
 :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on December 21, 2021, 03:27:29 AM
 :tu: :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Lemonizer on December 21, 2021, 05:12:03 PM
This afternoon I decided to polish the scales of my black Swisschamp I got second hand recently, I thought I had some polish paste but sadly I don't ! So for now, here it is, I'm already quite pleased as a first time trying that, can't wait to make it shine again  :dd:

Before :


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After :


(https://i.ibb.co/C26Gmym/66178960998-A95440-FF-6865-4-C0-C-8-E60-E31-BC9-D7-A2-A6.jpg) (https://ibb.co/ZmSDGrG)

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on December 22, 2021, 02:05:15 AM
Tres beau Lemonizer!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SteveP on December 22, 2021, 06:07:17 AM
This afternoon I decided to polish the scales of my black Swisschamp I got second hand recently, I thought I had some polish paste but sadly I don't ! So for now, here it is, I'm already quite pleased as a first time trying that, can't wait to make it shine again  :dd:

Great job!
 :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Lemonizer on December 22, 2021, 11:21:11 AM
Thanks mes amis !  :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: hsherzfeld on December 22, 2021, 03:09:56 PM
Very nice! I almost prefer that sort of “brushed” or “satin” scale finish compared to glossy finish, since it hides scratches better.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tasky on December 31, 2021, 06:40:33 PM
Got the little one, so it'd have been rude not to get the bigger one... Besides, it's all part of the family!

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on December 31, 2021, 07:03:16 PM
That's right!  Now for the Work Champ!!   :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Otonka on March 11, 2022, 04:30:13 AM
Hello, the Swisschamp is one of my favorites SAKs. Two users and one for the collection.  Can I be part of this Club?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 11, 2022, 03:19:17 PM
Absolutely!  Welcome aboard and nice Swisschamps!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Aloha on March 11, 2022, 04:14:53 PM
Welcome.  Stag SC  8)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Otonka on March 11, 2022, 05:30:20 PM
Thanks. It is one of my favorites. One more Picture
Welcome.  Stag SC  8)
Thanks
Absolutely!  Welcome aboard and nice Swisschamps!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Aloha on March 11, 2022, 05:59:51 PM
 :drool:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 11, 2022, 09:11:19 PM
 :iagree: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Farmer X on March 11, 2022, 09:14:01 PM
It is one of my favorites.
I can see why. That is a stunning SAK!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 11, 2022, 10:13:34 PM
Very pretty! :like: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: WECSOG on March 16, 2022, 09:28:18 PM
Nice! I don't think I've ever seen one with stags.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Otonka on March 17, 2022, 05:09:04 PM
Nice! I don't think I've ever seen one with stags.
Hello, I think Victorinox does not make them anymore.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: fyrstormer on March 17, 2022, 09:43:34 PM
Not sure if I still qualify, but this used to be a SwissChamp XLT...

(http://i.imgur.com/rapgt4I.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/r1tRdCV.jpg)

:P
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 18, 2022, 02:04:00 AM
 :like: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: kkokkolis on March 18, 2022, 07:49:11 AM
Not sure if I still qualify, but this used to be a SwissChamp XLT...

(http://i.imgur.com/rapgt4I.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/r1tRdCV.jpg)


What did you remove and why?

And, did you add anything else apart from the LED?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SirVicaLot on April 13, 2022, 11:40:00 AM
Was in a Swisschamp-kinda mood today  :D

(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p828707685-4.jpg)

(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p823605557-4.jpg)

(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p594231020-4.jpg)

(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p760149110-4.jpg)

(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p639973815-4.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on April 13, 2022, 01:23:05 PM
Was in a Swisschamp-kinda mood today  :D

Ooooh. That is quite lovely.  :drool:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 13, 2022, 02:38:59 PM
 :iagree:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Farmer X on April 13, 2022, 09:09:30 PM
I like those wood scales, too. :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SirVicaLot on April 13, 2022, 09:47:39 PM
Thanks, gents  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SirVicaLot on April 15, 2022, 11:05:09 PM
Champ came along to the woods today. Used the saw to cut off some branches of a downed tree.The dogs liked them and went to town  :D

(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p804209904-4.jpg)

(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p674024477-4.jpg)

Also used the fish scaler to remove some stickie stuff out of the dogs hair:

(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p1054930793-4.jpg)

Inspecting some bugs with the magnifying glass

(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p718301138-4.jpg)

These are some impressive thorns

(https://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p762201103-4.jpg)

Nice day with two awesome dogs and a great SAK  :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 16, 2022, 04:23:47 AM
That's a perfect day!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SirVicaLot on April 16, 2022, 08:17:41 AM
 :hatsoff: :cheers:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: in_sympathy on April 16, 2022, 12:19:33 PM
Oh gosh, forgot to check in here

After years of doubts I finally got me a Swiss Champ recently and seems like it really is a great little toolbox
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220416/f8ea44623fb47f9ab2e416478790c955.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: theminio on April 16, 2022, 02:09:03 PM
Hello to all from Greece. New here but into Vics since 1988. Big fan of Swisschamps, I own several, here's two of them

(https://i.postimg.cc/4NfyRmfq/IMG-64e2c6e5399913aa2271e8aebf0d0cbc-V.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 16, 2022, 03:41:23 PM
Welcome to the club guys! 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 16, 2022, 05:04:47 PM
Welcome - those wooden scales look fantastic! :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SirVicaLot on April 16, 2022, 08:49:28 PM
Welcome, theminio. Love the wooden scales!  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: theminio on April 16, 2022, 10:28:12 PM
Thank you for the welcome guys. One is hardwood the other us rosewood. I picked those around 2005-2006,  also have swisschamp versions with genuine horn, staghorn, mother of pearl scales, along with the classic cellidor ones.

It is a shame Victorinox doesn't use such scale materials anymore, they were really great. At least hardwood returned with their wood collection, albeit without toothpick and tweezer slots.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: SirVicaLot on April 16, 2022, 11:26:13 PM
Thank you for the welcome guys. One is hardwood the other us rosewood. I picked those around 2005-2006,  also have swisschamp versions with genuine horn, staghorn, mother of pearl scales, along with the classic cellidor ones.

It is a shame Victorinox doesn't use such scale materials anymore, they were really great. At least hardwood returned with their wood collection, albeit without toothpick and tweezer slots.


 :iagree: Really a shame. I would buy several of those
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: BadMechanic on April 17, 2022, 10:37:17 AM
Havent used my swisschamp in a while. Maybe swisschamp sunday  we get give it a workout

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: theminio on May 07, 2022, 05:22:12 PM
My only danascus vic

(https://i.postimg.cc/N0Fyx7mr/20220506-214500.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Farmer X on May 07, 2022, 09:53:43 PM
That's a beautiful SAK! :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 07, 2022, 10:43:16 PM
 :iagree:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on May 07, 2022, 11:22:31 PM
They are beautiful! :like: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: victordomingos on August 23, 2022, 09:39:00 PM
Hi! About 10 years using a MiniChamp + Explorer combo, I have just entered the SwissChamp club!

Here is the family picture to celebrate the moment.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220823/b44187bddc0b3a52be5456bf8096dba4.jpg)


(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220823/02021417e9de48b08b6273b52d040b2d.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: BadMechanic on August 23, 2022, 09:40:16 PM
Love it!

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on August 24, 2022, 03:44:03 AM
 :iagree:  Me too!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: CEO on August 25, 2022, 05:07:33 PM
Swisschamp is the best EDC. It will cover 95% of all needs. People are complaining that is heavy at 195g. An Iphone has 240g, an nobody complains. Nobody is carrying his Iphone 13 pro max in a sheath. In my opinion the weigh is not an issue. I enjoy my champ everyday.  :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: tinker gnome on August 25, 2022, 05:25:39 PM
 :iagree:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on August 25, 2022, 08:55:17 PM
 :iagree: too.  I never felt the Swisschamp to be that bad weight wise, considering the tool set.  Maybe I've been around them too long, but I really don't think they're that large either.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Explorer on August 26, 2022, 03:02:10 PM
 :iagree: I’m in the same camp.
Of course to me the SC is really just an Explorer on steroids! :D

It’s really not that heavy or bulky especially if carried using a pocket clip or Sbiner. I’ve actually been carrying mine a bunch lately because I’ve been traveling and exploring around quite a bit and I know that when I’m carrying the SC I’m covered.

And now I’m finding myself eyeing the XLT  :whistle:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: victordomingos on August 26, 2022, 03:54:13 PM
I notice the pliers do not open a lot by themselves. The spring seems to be ok, but there is some friction in the rivet os something. I can open them using my finger, but I would expect them to opens few millimeters more just like the scissors. Is it normal?

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220826/e536ba95c0b7b92fe086309b82b2d3c8.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: tinker gnome on August 26, 2022, 05:24:58 PM
Perfectly normal. The pliers open by themselves till the spring is fully "unsprung". Using your finger you could easily double the opened width.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on August 26, 2022, 07:20:50 PM
That XLT (and XAVT) have been tempting me for awhile  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: tinker gnome on August 26, 2022, 07:35:18 PM
 Resistance is futile :assimilate: You know you want them   :drool:  until  :mail:

So get them while they're still available.   :pok:

Say:  :gimme:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Explorer on August 26, 2022, 08:33:51 PM
 :rofl:  Well when you say it like that tinker gnome...

I SURRENDER MY MONEY!!
 :surrender:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on August 26, 2022, 09:03:07 PM
 :rofl:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: evgeniy on September 10, 2022, 06:39:44 PM
hello.  please post a photo of your wix from the side of the ring.  I noticed that on my instruments they do not go smoothly, but in a small arc.  I want to understand this for everyone, or just me.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: victordomingos on September 11, 2022, 01:10:20 PM
hello.  please post a photo of your wix from the side of the ring.  I noticed that on my instruments they do not go smoothly, but in a small arc.  I want to understand this for everyone, or just me.
What did you mean by “wix”?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: evgeniy on September 11, 2022, 06:27:25 PM
What did you mean by “wix”?
Victorinox
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: victordomingos on September 11, 2022, 06:33:04 PM
hello.  please post a photo of your wix from the side of the ring.  I noticed that on my instruments they do not go smoothly, but in a small arc.  I want to understand this for everyone, or just me.
On which side/tools do you notice that unusual arc?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: evgeniy on September 11, 2022, 06:38:30 PM
On which side/tools do you notice that unusual arc?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: victordomingos on September 11, 2022, 06:52:06 PM
Now I get it. If no one does it first I will try to take a picture of mine from that angle and post it here.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: victordomingos on September 11, 2022, 10:41:51 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220911/a727f972059b410e039f748fc01da666.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220911/2271fb76a4cd757e769db08353dada23.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: victordomingos on September 11, 2022, 11:23:22 PM
I don’t notice any arc, could be an optical illusion.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Miyamoto on September 30, 2022, 10:14:44 PM
(https://i.servimg.com/u/f63/18/07/55/08/4773b410.jpg) (https://servimg.com/view/18075508/2853)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on October 01, 2022, 05:55:18 AM
 :like: :like: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on October 04, 2022, 09:06:49 PM
 I really have to say that Victorinox's latest iteration of the Swisschamp is sensational. The magnifier is absolutely amazing.

(https://i.imgur.com/wXIlr3eh.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on October 05, 2022, 12:33:30 AM
 :iagree:. I have a new version, and the field of view is much better.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Jazz on October 05, 2022, 02:49:03 AM
And yours looks pretty nice, Buzz.  8)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 13, 2023, 04:20:57 AM
Time for a bump!  My old '92 Swisschamp with my favorite SAK tool, the universal Scaler  :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on January 13, 2023, 07:49:14 PM
One of my SC shelf queens.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 13, 2023, 10:21:03 PM
Max that's gorgeous  :drool: :drool: :drool:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on January 14, 2023, 08:23:42 AM
Thanks Barry  :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on January 14, 2023, 08:49:50 AM
Very nice, Max!  :like: :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Jazz on January 14, 2023, 09:43:26 AM
Time for a bump!  My old '92 Swisschamp with my favorite SAK tool, the universal Scaler  :D

Nice. What do you use the scaler for?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on January 14, 2023, 11:27:27 AM
Very nice, Max!  :like: :like:
Thank you Rizio  :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on January 14, 2023, 11:30:39 AM
Nice. What do you use the scaler for?
pickles, pushing, prodding....about the most universal tool Victorinox ever made  :pok:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 14, 2023, 02:41:11 PM
Everything from teabag retrieval, measuring, buttering bread...the list goes on.  If I recall, there's actually a badge for it.  I've even used it for it's intended purpose.  I'm a catch and release gut, so mainly the hook release tool on the tip.
I learned to cover the body of the knife with a plastic bag to keep it clean before handling fish, for clean up is a rewal chore withe the Mighty Champ.   
Nice. What do you use the scaler for?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 19, 2023, 11:27:13 PM
Home for a couple of days.  My black scaled new Swisschamp with my old standby travel mug
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Vadim on January 20, 2023, 09:04:29 AM
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49682306192_633a1b5844_b.jpg)

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52637473912_57d29a4129_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 20, 2023, 03:02:57 PM
Great pics Vadim!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: pa_strunk on January 20, 2023, 05:40:20 PM
 :iagree: :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Vadim on January 20, 2023, 07:52:24 PM
Thank you!  :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 20, 2023, 09:48:31 PM
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49682306192_633a1b5844_b.jpg)

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52637473912_57d29a4129_b.jpg)

Great pictures. Do you use an app or something?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Vadim on January 21, 2023, 09:02:37 AM
Great pictures. Do you use an app or something?
Excuse my ignorance, but what is an app ?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 26, 2023, 10:12:24 PM
Cutting open a coffee packet from a friend
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: zdec68 on January 26, 2023, 10:43:14 PM
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49682306192_633a1b5844_b.jpg)

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52637473912_57d29a4129_b.jpg)

wow!  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on January 27, 2023, 02:13:00 AM
Excuse my ignorance, but what is an app ?

Like some program for your phone or computer that fancy’s up your picture
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Vadim on January 27, 2023, 06:43:09 AM
Like some program for your phone or computer that fancy’s up your picture
I use my very old Canon 5D (Classic) and Canon EF 135mm f/2L + Lightroom, that's it.  :)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on February 15, 2023, 01:25:24 AM
 :mail:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 15, 2023, 01:41:43 AM
 :ahhh :ahhh
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mitch-O on February 15, 2023, 07:22:52 PM
I use my very old Canon 5D (Classic) and Canon EF 135mm f/2L + Lightroom, that's it.  :)

The pictures are so beautiful, the design and the colors are so cool. And if I zoom your picture it doesn't get blurry or something.

I think that my pics are not good as quality matters.  I can't resize them so much that fits nice on the screen and at the same time keep a good quality.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on February 23, 2023, 12:31:44 AM
Guess winter ain’t over yet. Back in the club though.

(https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/i86/HarleyXJGuy/FullSizeRender_eXSRbkmu8N7SJG79UfVUsa.jpg)

Wish I knew where my old SC went to.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 23, 2023, 03:23:01 AM
With me, it will show up tomorrow at the latest :facepalm:

Great to have you here!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Enginears on February 23, 2023, 04:57:22 AM
Guess winter ain’t over yet. Back in the club though.

(https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/i86/HarleyXJGuy/FullSizeRender_eXSRbkmu8N7SJG79UfVUsa.jpg)

Wish I knew where my old SC went to.

Nice one HG, I have been shopping for new scales and I am back and forth between black or emerald. That black sure looks good.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on February 24, 2023, 01:58:00 AM
Nice one HG, I have been shopping for new scales and I am back and forth between black or emerald. That black sure looks good.

I have some custom micarta scales for it that I ain’t put in yet.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Enginears on February 24, 2023, 09:37:37 PM
I have some custom micarta scales for it that I ain’t put in yet.

 :tu: I like micarta, can’t wait to see it. I went ahead and pulled the trigger on some
emerald scales today. Now I wait  :mail:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Berg on March 10, 2023, 04:06:31 PM
I have bought the Swisstool Spirit X a few weeks ago, then I bought the Explorer right after. And now I see the SwissChamp with 50% discount on Amazon? It's only €38,00 and I did order it without thinking.

But €38,00 seems a little bit too cheap? Does Amazon sell second-hand stuff or something like that? Or are high discounts very common on SAKs at Amazon?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on March 10, 2023, 04:49:25 PM
I have bought the Swisstool Spirit X a few weeks ago, then I bought the Explorer right after. And now I see the SwissChamp with 50% discount on Amazon? It's only €38,00 and I did order it without thinking.

But €38,00 seems a little bit too cheap? Does Amazon sell second-hand stuff or something like that? Or are high discounts very common on SAKs at Amazon?

Never seen one for 50% off. Have you received it yet?

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on March 10, 2023, 04:51:54 PM
Added scales and cord to my new SC.

Thought this would be a good place to post a picture.

(https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/i86/HarleyXJGuy/FullSizeRender_ny8pjjWvaPKVh9JvUsW4LG.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Berg on March 10, 2023, 05:04:42 PM
Never seen one for 50% off. Have you received it yet?

I just ordered it, should arrive next week.

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 10, 2023, 05:13:28 PM
That seems like an incredible price for a new one.  Here in the States they're going for around $100 USD. 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 10, 2023, 05:13:51 PM
Looking good Harley 👍👍
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Aloha on March 10, 2023, 06:28:08 PM
There was a time when I had quite a few SCs.  I am not sure what happened to most of them?  I'm sure I've traded them away and given them away.  Here is my no hook oldie that is more of a fidget SAK than anything. 

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 10, 2023, 06:42:00 PM
That's a beauty Aloha.  I love the old school Swisschamps.  I'm in the minority but I actually like the pliers.  For most of what I do, they're adequate.  The crazy part is, I use the ruler, blade, scissors and pliers more than anything else, in that order.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Aloha on March 10, 2023, 07:08:51 PM
Thank you.  I really enjoyed the SC and carried one for a bit of time.  As I've gone thru my SAK evolution I ended up with the Champion as my big SAK carry.  I went back and forth with the Champion but I see why there is so much love. 

Back to the SC.  Its a workhorse and it has its place.  Those pliers are quite useful and beat the heck out of trying to pinch things. 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 10, 2023, 07:14:19 PM
That's where I'm at with the pliers my friend!  I use them just enough to miss them when I don't have them. 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Berg on March 13, 2023, 04:13:41 PM
That seems like an incredible price for a new one.  Here in the States they're going for around $100 USD.

It's delivered at the postal office, I can pick it up today.

Will post some photo's so you guys can see if it's a legit swiss champ lol
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 13, 2023, 04:16:06 PM
Glad to hear that!  Looking forward to seeing some pics!  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Berg on March 13, 2023, 07:46:50 PM
Seems like its in great (new) condition for only €38,00 with free shipping lol.

The only thing: the saw is touching the file while opening and closing the file or saw. Is there a way I can fix that?
It looks like the saw can be moved more to the other side.

And how can I see if I have the most recent version of this tool?

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Don Pablo on March 13, 2023, 08:04:53 PM
It looks like the saw is bent somewhere between the halfway point and the pivot.
I would look for the approximate location where the bend starts, and bend it back in extremely small amounts until it is centred again. :salute: ideally you should do this by grasping the saw with something on both sides of where the bend appears to be, so that you counteract the bend and not, say, make it S shaped. :oops:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Enginears on March 13, 2023, 08:39:32 PM
I just realized on older models like mine the liner between the file and WS is full and close to the thickness of the pliers liners. Newer models are the thinner liner and are contoured with the spring by the looks of it. :think: I wonder what prompted the change.  :dunno:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 13, 2023, 09:38:16 PM
That's a beautiful knife!  Congratulations!  Age wise, post a pic of pliers.  I believe I'm seeing a clear framed mag glass, but post a pic of that too.  We have subject matter experts here on the Swisschamp that can date it for you pretty closely. 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tasky on March 13, 2023, 10:08:10 PM
The only thing: the saw is touching the file while opening and closing the file or saw. Is there a way I can fix that?
It looks like the saw can be moved more to the other side.
Mine, bought only a couple of years ago, was like that brand new. Metal saw definitely leaning in toward the woodsaw.
In addition to the advice of posters above, Felix Immler has a good video showing corrective bending, albeit on the woodsaw blade but should work just the same.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on March 14, 2023, 01:42:33 AM
I’ve had a couple of SwissChamps with the same issue between the file and saw. Some gentle bending fixes it right up.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Berg on March 14, 2023, 08:47:01 AM
Used my Swisstool Spirit X to fix it! Thanks for the help!

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Can someone confirm its the most recent version of the swisschamp using this photo?
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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on March 14, 2023, 06:45:15 PM
Used my Swisstool Spirit X to fix it! Thanks for the help!

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Can someone confirm its the most recent version of the swisschamp using this photo?
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Here is a post by me from an older thread.. You should quickly be able to tell if you have the newer version with the glass magnifier, or the older version with the plastic lens.

https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,77903.msg1966837.html#msg1966837

Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Berg on March 14, 2023, 08:54:42 PM
Here is a post by me from an older thread.. You should quickly be able to tell if you have the newer version with the glass magnifier, or the older version with the plastic lens.

https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,77903.msg1966837.html#msg1966837

Awesome, looks like it has the recent pliers and magnifying glass. I really did expect some old stock model or something.

I just ordered a second Swisschamp at Amazon. Dont know what I am going to do with it but it's such a good price. Maybe one for in the car lol.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 14, 2023, 10:46:00 PM
You can never go wrong with a back up...or two, three  :rofl:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Berg on March 17, 2023, 05:31:03 PM
The knife so nice... You'll buy it twice.  :climber:

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 17, 2023, 08:58:50 PM
Now that's 💯 accurate!!  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mini on March 17, 2023, 09:49:12 PM
 :2tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: HarleyXJGuy on March 18, 2023, 12:52:26 AM
The knife so nice... You'll buy it twice.  :climber:

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Why two of the exact same SAK?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Tasky on March 18, 2023, 01:52:12 AM
Why two of the exact same SAK?
In case Vic also discontinues it next week?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on March 18, 2023, 04:20:51 AM
In case Vic also discontinues it next week?

Watch  your mouth out with soap! 
  :rant: :rant: :rant:


LOL
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Berg on March 18, 2023, 06:47:49 AM
Why two of the exact same SAK?

I only wanted one to be honest.
But because of the 52% discount at Amazon I thought lets just buy 2, I can keep one in the car and one at home.

Together they did cost €77,00 and they are not used, brand new! Its even less than I thought I would spent on 1 SC.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Berg on March 18, 2023, 06:48:41 AM
And the other scales didnt have the 52% discount.  :-[
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Mad Scientist on March 21, 2023, 03:07:57 AM
Just got her today. First order of business was to whip up a quick lanyard...
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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 21, 2023, 03:41:06 AM
Nice!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on March 21, 2023, 04:03:18 AM
Just got her today. First order of business was to whip up a quick lanyard...
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Looking good!!!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on March 22, 2023, 09:30:56 PM
I just broke out this beauty today, to take some pictures for the 2023 Champ Challenge. I believe this is a first generation SwissChamp. I’m not an expert, but it has all of the hallmarks that I know of.

It would be perfect if Reginald Seymour Dillydally hadn’t had his initials put on the rear scale. Actually, I can’t complain. Reginald was kind enough to place this knife and pouch in his bedside drawer, and never use them for almost 40 years. I don’t know if that’s his real name. It could very well be Rudolph Sherlock Droopydrawers.

(https://i.imgur.com/Vmiq5w3h.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/kckicb0h.jpg)
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 22, 2023, 09:36:03 PM
That is an old one Buzz.  I think a lot of Swisschamps spend their time in glove boxes and drawers. 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on March 22, 2023, 09:40:51 PM
That is an old one Buzz.  I think a lot of Swisschamps spend their time in glove boxes and drawers.

And now it sits in mine.  :facepalm:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 22, 2023, 09:44:29 PM
When it gets bored I can offer it a change of venue  :rofl:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 22, 2023, 09:45:13 PM
I love the older scales and corkscrew.  They just seem to be more solid.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on March 22, 2023, 10:04:26 PM
It’s only when you look closely at these early SwissChamps, that you notice how very many tweaks and changes they’ve made to this model. A very subtle evolution.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 23, 2023, 12:45:47 AM
I have a brand new one and one a few years newer than yours, which was easy to date because of the hook, etc as a '92.  I agree with you that if you look closely there's a bunch of little changes between the two.  If someone that knew this stuff looked at my older one I bet there's a lot more.  I've been wanting to pick up a first gen for awhile now.  Nice find Buzz!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on March 23, 2023, 01:55:07 AM
I think I might have 4 or 5 different generations of SwissChamps. This one has no hook, no hole for the pin in the plus scales, nickel-silver lanyard ring on the corkscrew side, skinny pliers, older style tweezers and toothpick, scissors with flathead screw and no spring channel, two sets of full height liners between the tools, grooved corkscrew, round eyeglass screwdriver with no molded logo.

I’d really like to replace the scales, but I want to track down the original plus scales appropriate to this model, which may be impossible.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Vadim on March 23, 2023, 07:01:42 AM
I just broke out this beauty today, to take some pictures for the 2023 Champ Challenge. I believe this is a first generation SwissChamp. I’m not an expert, but it has all of the hallmarks that I know of.

It would be perfect if Reginald Seymour Dillydally hadn’t had his initials put on the rear scale. Actually, I can’t complain. Reginald was kind enough to place this knife and pouch in his bedside drawer, and never use them for almost 40 years. I don’t know if that’s his real name. It could very well be Rudolph Sherlock Droopydrawers.

(https://i.imgur.com/Vmiq5w3h.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/kckicb0h.jpg)

Nice pictures , Buzzbait !  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Enginears on March 23, 2023, 10:36:49 PM
I just broke out this beauty today, to take some pictures for the 2023 Champ Challenge. I believe this is a first generation SwissChamp. I’m not an expert, but it has all of the hallmarks that I know of.

It would be perfect if Reginald Seymour Dillydally hadn’t had his initials put on the rear scale. Actually, I can’t complain. Reginald was kind   enough to place this knife and pouch in his bedside drawer, and never use them for almost 40 years. I don’t know if that’s his real name. It could very well be Rudolph Sherlock Droopydrawers.

(https://i.imgur.com/Vmiq5w3h.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/kckicb0h.jpg)

 :hatsoff: To Mr. Droopydrawers for keeping that baby in such good shape.  That is a cool specimen Buzz :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on March 28, 2023, 07:47:06 PM
My old SC was quite beat up. Bent tip on the small blade, damaged edge on the scissors, bad corrosion on the liners from a dunk in the sea  :facepalm:

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My Alibaba 2.2mm brass rod eventually arrived, so I decided to rebuild the SC, and replace the damaged small blade and scissors, and also swap out the file for the newer version that''s more effective.

You can see the components are in bad shape....

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I used some OO steel wool to strip all the corrosion off the liners, and it also polishes at the same time. I then assembled all the liners together as a sandwich with a couple 2.5mm bolts and ran the stack over sandpaper until I got all the edge pitting removed. Polished up the liner edges, back springs and tool pivots with a Dremel and small polishing wheel.

Here''s the SC with all the layers rebuilt, ready for peening.

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All done...I always worry about cutting the pins the right length. Too short and you cannot get the peen to fill the rivet nicely, or too long and the peened head ends up too large.

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on March 28, 2023, 08:01:13 PM
Some new Plus scales and ready for service!

I do like the smooth back you get with the old design without the hook. And the grooved CS. Also note the early round micro-screwdriver and the key ring in the original side location.

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Just a side note...don't try the Vctorinox marketing picture tool layout like I did above, as it puts extra strain on the back springs as you're loading up multiple tools. I've done it before with newer SAKs, but it weakened the opener layer back spring on this SC. I've still got snap, but the tension is definitely a little less that it should be. Not enough to warrant a rebuild (again), but lesson learnt - don't partially open multiple tools on one layer, especially layers with back tools...
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Buzzbait on March 28, 2023, 09:47:45 PM
Nicely done. That is a ton of layers to stack back together!!!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on March 28, 2023, 09:53:18 PM
It’s only when you look closely at these early SwissChamps, that you notice how very many tweaks and changes they’ve made to this model. A very subtle evolution.

I counted about 60 changes from the original.
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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on March 28, 2023, 09:54:24 PM
Nicely done. That is a ton of layers to stack back together!!!
:hatsoff: Thanks Buzzbait - Sure was! My fingers were stiff this morning.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Enginears on March 28, 2023, 10:04:10 PM
 :like: That cleaned up exceptionally well Max. Good work!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on March 28, 2023, 10:15:15 PM
Thanks Enginears  :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 28, 2023, 10:50:22 PM
Great job!  I always love to see the old warriors brought back to life :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on March 28, 2023, 11:42:09 PM
Thanks Barry  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 29, 2023, 09:11:59 AM
Great work there, Max - that looks stunning now!  :cheers: :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on March 29, 2023, 06:31:56 PM
Thanks Rizio Il Ghiro  :hatsoff:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: annemarie91 on March 31, 2023, 01:49:51 PM
Hi everyone, I own a 1.6795.XXLT but the flame doesn't work, is there someone interested?
Thank you, and have a nice day to all of you
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Max Stone on March 31, 2023, 07:08:02 PM
They can be fixed, but one of those 50//50 things. Some collectors are not too bothered with the lighter not working, as it's a known problem. I'm sure you'll get offers  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: annemarie91 on April 03, 2023, 07:35:23 PM
Thank you a lot Max Stone!
I sent an email to Victorinox asking if they take care of it
Have a wonderfull week
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: UscgSal on April 05, 2023, 08:23:05 PM
Well, I guess I have to get Hofritz out of his (her) storage space too. Grooved CS, grey mag glass, round mini driver, gold wore off hot stamp but still readable.  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: UscgSal on April 30, 2023, 05:14:52 PM
Probably Blackie around the house today.  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 30, 2023, 05:38:45 PM
Same here Tony  :tu:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: UscgSal on May 03, 2023, 05:38:29 PM
The grooved cs and grey mag make it what? 80s ?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 04, 2023, 02:17:01 AM
Tony, does it have the hook?  I believe the grooved corkscrew went away in '86.  I'm lucky in that my older Swisschamp has the exact combination of parts to date it to '92.  It was an easy one.  I looked up most of the info here by doing a search for dating Swisschamps.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: UscgSal on May 04, 2023, 03:13:03 AM
No sir, no PH.
Hofritz has everything imaginable but also no PH...
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 04, 2023, 03:35:40 PM
Sounds like '91 and earlier.  Try this and see if you can narrow it down.  https://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=SwissChamp&highlight=swiss%20champ#Back_Layer_Tools
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Aloha on May 04, 2023, 04:35:16 PM
There was a time when mine did not just sit patently awaiting the call to action.  I still very much appreciate the SC and mine in particular.  No hook, skinny pliers, sewing eye awl, which dates mine 86/87  :dunno:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: UscgSal on May 04, 2023, 09:50:59 PM
Thanks for the link I should have known!
Yes, no pin so you are correct.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 05, 2023, 02:16:40 AM
No prob Tony.  I found a site that actually goes into detail but I can't find it now  :facepalm:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 05, 2023, 02:17:11 AM
Love it Aloha!  I love the older ones.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Aloha on May 05, 2023, 03:50:23 AM
Thanks.  It might not see as much use as it once did but its still as cherished. 
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: UscgSal on May 30, 2023, 12:40:07 AM
As for SC Sunday, Hofritz was on standby but not on duty...  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 30, 2023, 03:00:17 AM
Ready to roll Tony!
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: jayryia on January 06, 2024, 02:59:29 PM
Some of mine:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 06, 2024, 03:01:26 PM
Love those pics!!  Nice collection  :like:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: UscgSal on January 06, 2024, 09:59:06 PM
 :like:

My Hofritz has the pliers but Blackie does not?
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 07, 2024, 04:52:34 AM
You have a Champion from the sounds of it Sal.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: UscgSal on January 07, 2024, 07:24:29 PM
 :iagree: w/grooved CS and grey MG...
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Jeffjeeptj on January 08, 2024, 03:58:08 PM
I would like to join the Swisschamp Owners Club.  I recently became addicted to SAKs, have bought a few over the past year and found this MTO/SAK forum.  Felix Immmler has not helped my addiction.
I bought this knife and leather case new, used it little but can’t remember when.  Based on some vague memory of events, I think prior to 2000.
The knife has the following features:
Main blade tang stamped large V Victorinox, Switzerland, Stainless, Rostfrei
Scissors have spring groove, silver rivet, and handles not thinned.
Pliers have crimp teeth
Magnifier has grey surround
File has vee pattern on both sides, and teeth on one side.
Has hook and pin(recently discovered)

Using Sakwiki and the MTO dating threads and charts, I think this knifes dates between 1996 and 1999 which fits my memory of being at SMKW in 1998

Thanks for reading this extended post.  Precise memory getting tough at 71

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Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: UscgSal on January 08, 2024, 04:39:55 PM
Nice one! And Welcome  :salute:
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 08, 2024, 09:06:59 PM
I agree!!  Your date looks right to me.  I have a '92 with the gray frame and no crimper, and a new(et) one with the clear frame and crimper pliers.  You picked the right knife to get started.  The Swisschamp is the stuff of many legends.  It's my favorite SAK.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: IMR4198 on January 08, 2024, 09:11:49 PM
Nice one.  You better be careful of Excessive Immler Exposure.  You might find yourself out in some laurel thicket at night whittling out a rocking chair or a coat rack.  I think some of the guys welcomed him to join MTo, but he couldn't since he works for Victorinox.  Best wishes.  G
 :D
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Bunk Tuppins on January 09, 2024, 04:08:23 AM
I posted this in another thread but perhaps it belongs here.
For years I told myself the Swisschamp model was too thick and heavy to be of much use to me. I viewed it with suspicion and thought it might be more of a showpiece than a usable knife. Spending time on this forum is not such a good idea if one prefers to stoutly hold on to such views.  Watching videos about Swisschamps on youtube is also not indicated for anyone stubbornly sticking to these ideas.

Finally, I caved and bought an ordinary, garden variety, red Swisschamp. Of course this precipitated an orgy of fiddling and I left the knife on my desk.  And I find myself using it all the time!  Turns out it's not that big and heavy or exaggeratedly over the top. Whaddya know.
Title: Re: Swisschamp owners club
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 09, 2024, 04:44:34 AM
I agree completely Bunk.  It really isn't large at all!  It's so handy too!  Like I've said before:  If you can't fix it with a Swisschamp, you can make the tool that will fix it with a Swisschamp!