New Goodies from Victorinox

felinevet · **on:** January 19, 2013, 08:17:49 PM

New this year from Victorinox to the North American market is Cheese Knife, Lockback Knife, Orange Hunter XT and a Bike Tool. Very cool. I will have them stock as soon as available.

nuphoria · **Reply #1 on:** January 19, 2013, 08:23:20 PM

Interesting diversion for them

The bike tool does look a little like something Topeak make.

Syph007 · **Reply #2 on:** January 19, 2013, 08:25:36 PM

Oh boy! That folding lockblade is just asking to have scissors and and opener layer added...

Mr. Whippy · **Reply #3 on:** January 19, 2013, 08:44:27 PM

Dammit! I just bought a dark green Hunter XT

I really wanted lighter colored scales...

...easier to find when you drop it.

Northern Geek · **Reply #4 on:** January 19, 2013, 08:47:54 PM

Damn.. That folding lock back is sexy..

kirk13 · **Reply #5 on:** January 19, 2013, 10:23:11 PM

Liking the bike tool

Nhoj · **Reply #6 on:** January 19, 2013, 10:30:32 PM

I want that black folder!

Syph007 · **Reply #7 on:** January 19, 2013, 10:35:44 PM

What are the odds its a 111mm folder and pin compatible wit the others... Can't wait for pricing on those, and to order some!

kkokkolis · **Reply #8 on:** January 20, 2013, 01:41:46 AM

The hunter is available here (it seems the same) and it was uncomfortable for me to have a thump hole in the palm and to use a lefty linerlock. But the Bike Tool and folder are going to be bought for sure.

MARIOS7319 · **Reply #9 on:** January 20, 2013, 02:18:24 AM

Timothy, please when you have the Vic Folding Lockblade, let me know.
Thanks in advance.

Sidhartha · **Reply #10 on:** January 20, 2013, 02:22:39 AM

nice! a victorinox back lock knife, i want one!

AimlessWanderer · **Reply #11 on:** January 20, 2013, 02:44:10 AM

Quote from: Syph007 on January 19, 2013, 10:35:44 PM

What are the odds its a 111mm folder and pin compatible wit the others... Can't wait for pricing on those, and to order some!

If you're going to be taking one of those apart, I'll look forward to pics. I'd be very interested to know if it can be converted to slippy with a little reshaping of the backspring latch

Nhoj · **Reply #12 on:** January 20, 2013, 03:34:38 AM

Don't know why but I really want this one! Any name for it yet?

JAfromMn · **Reply #13 on:** January 20, 2013, 03:50:05 AM

Il be buying one of the one hand lockbacks .

looks like a nice knife.

Syph007 · **Reply #14 on:** January 20, 2013, 04:54:20 AM

Quote from: 50ft-trad on January 20, 2013, 02:44:10 AM

Quote from: Syph007 on January 19, 2013, 10:35:44 PM
What are the odds its a 111mm folder and pin compatible wit the others... Can't wait for pricing on those, and to order some!

If you're going to be taking one of those apart, I'll look forward to pics. I'd be very interested to know if it can be converted to slippy with a little reshaping of the backspring latch

It would be awesome if they were compatible with standard 111mm SAKS. you could just steel a standard slipjoint spring from there if you needed to.

scrappy · **Reply #15 on:** January 20, 2013, 05:03:53 AM

I will be hitting you up Tim!

scrappy · **Reply #16 on:** January 20, 2013, 05:04:35 AM

And thanks for letting us know about these.

Wootz · **Reply #17 on:** January 20, 2013, 09:25:03 AM

I'm not sure if I like the BikeTool...not as a stand alone tool.

- You do not need so many bits, just the right ones.
- How do you repair a broken chain?
- Where's the tool to tension spokes?
- Wrench or pliers?

http://toolguyd.com/pb-swiss-biketool-emergency-tool-kit-now-available/

tosh · **Reply #18 on:** January 20, 2013, 09:58:05 AM

Quote from: nuphoria on January 19, 2013, 08:23:20 PM

The bike tool does look a little like something Topeak make.

I agree with nuph on this one.

Something doesn't seem right somehow.

I do note though, that Vic' has thrown caution to the wind and releleased all manner of new and radical designs here.

Gosh I'm really spoilt for choice!!

Wootz · **Reply #19 on:** January 20, 2013, 11:01:48 AM

At least my wallet is save, because honestly I don't like any of them.

altered.ego · **Reply #20 on:** January 20, 2013, 11:21:26 AM

Quote from: Wootz on January 20, 2013, 11:01:48 AM

At least my wallet is save, because honestly I don't like any of them.

+1

And what's the deal with the Bike Tool? That's actually a PB Swiss Tools' product from your link.

EDIT:
http://www.pbswisstools.com/en/quality-hand-tools-qht/screwdrivers/pockettools/biketool.html

Espen · **Reply #21 on:** January 20, 2013, 11:29:42 AM

I like the folding lockblade.. the profile of the knife looks great, but the handles makes it look kinda cheap. Atleast they could have made a better logo. Will probably have to pick up one.

Wootz · **Reply #22 on:** January 20, 2013, 12:02:30 PM

Quote from: altered.ego on January 20, 2013, 11:21:26 AM

Quote from: Wootz on January 20, 2013, 11:01:48 AM
At least my wallet is save, because honestly I don't like any of them.
+1

And what's the deal with the Bike Tool? That's actually a PB Swiss Tools' product from your link.

EDIT:
http://www.pbswisstools.com/en/quality-hand-tools-qht/screwdrivers/pockettools/biketool.html

Probably it's made in the far east. They buy a bunch and everybody puts his logo on it.

Grathr · **Reply #23 on:** January 20, 2013, 12:10:25 PM

That folder looks nice!

I want one if the price is right.

kkokkolis · **Reply #24 on:** January 20, 2013, 12:12:12 PM

I see great potential for Victorinox if they chose to expand their knives lines beyond the traditional Swiss Army forms. Most "tactical" knives come from US and are either difficult to find or unreasonably expensive for Europeans. Years ago Mr Elsener answered to a Greek Journalist that asked "why don't you produce a one hand opening blade" that their intention is for SAK's to be regarded as tools and not weapons. That was after 9/11 and their move towards clothing, bags, watches and perfumes. But just a couple of years afterwards they produced a bunch of one hand opening blades and Wenger also.
Now this lockback (if it is a lockback) is something different than a 111mm Solo. If it is embraced it might open new lines of folders and Victorinox could easily target a market that now belongs to Opinel from Europe and Spyderco, CRKT and others (not to mention tons of Chinese staff).
One might not like the first of the possible series but if it evolves there could be a folder for everyone. Even new knife centered Multitools for hunting, camping, military and police work etc. And more options for you, collector guys.
Choosing the Swisschamps for my EDC, because the blade was so offset, I felt the need for a separate folder that has no additional tools (XLT has them all). The blade should be bigger, centered, locking and one hand opening, serrated welcomed The Opinel Outdoors suits my needs (and the No 8 Jardin most of them) but I would prefer one from Victorinox or Wenger. A dual locking OHO with drop point plain and sheepfoot serrated with lower thump holes and amphidextrous locks is what I'm waiting for.
Sorry for all that blah-blah but I was excited.

AimlessWanderer · **Reply #25 on:** January 20, 2013, 01:14:12 PM

I think Victorinox has done absolutely the right thing in steering clear of the tactical feel. Even their one handed stuff is utilitarian in look and feel, and they should do everything they can to preserve their perception of being the manufacturer of universally accepted pocket tools. I'm sure a non-knife person would feel the lockback is a little

in an urban setting, but I think it has the look of a decent field knife about it rather than being too tactical. As for the scales making it look cheap - Victorinox knives ARE cheap, and that's a huge slice of their appeal. They are cheap and affordable, but the quality of manufacture and performance still rival items several times their price

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #26 on:** January 20, 2013, 01:22:29 PM

That bicycle tool looks good

Shame all the other offerings are lock based

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Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #27 on:** January 20, 2013, 01:46:48 PM

I saw that folder last year at the show. I've been patiently waiting for them to release it ever since!

Def

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