I like the looks of the Pioneer, and I don’t have one. But I wish it came in red like all my Cellidor knives and my Cadet. Doesn’t seem to be available in that color though. I know that there are Pioneer Xs in red…So if anyone has any suggestions I would love to hear them! I’m a 3 layer max, loose pocket carry kind of guy.
How about this one?https://messerundco.de/Victorinox-Sonderedition-Wanger-Pioneer-Alox-rot-Schweizermesser
Try Knifecenter.com they have a couple red alox models as their special. https://www.knifecenter.com/find-the-best/aloxI'm of the "if it ain't red,it's not a SAK club" also
Another suggestion for Marlowe221 - I saw in the other thread how happy you are with the Recruit and that you have broad selection of Evos.My preferred size is as well 84mm (my favourite combo is Waiter and alox Minichamp) but for hiking/camping I use 111mm Forester wood and I really like it - very pocketable and there must be something about the proportions, I guess the right ratio of width and length so it feels great in the hand and not bulky at all.So if you do not have any 111mm why not to try it? How about the very special Cheese master - probably something you would not buy yourself but as a special gift? Serrated blade, cheese knife, fork with bottle opener - how cool is that!
111s are a whole new world as far as SAKs go. I like to call them 21st Century SAKs. They're ideal for camping, hiking, etc. You really can't kill them.
I asked for a white spartan... Fingers crossed
I was really close to asking for this same knife. We mostly buy from Amazon, though, and recently the price of the Spartan went up equal to the Climber. I’m also having a good bit of trouble thinking I don’t have to have those 91mm scissors, even though I’ll be carrying the Classic SD with scissors in combo with the Climber.I mostly just wanted the Classic SD for its file, and for whatever reason I’m just drawn to its petite and discreet size, too. I’m thinking whenever I see a need for a blade or scissors, and I’m in a place where using a larger knife would draw unwanted attention, then I feel like the Classic SD is the answer. Also it occurs to me that if I’m gonna be a SAK enthusiast, then owning at least one Classic SD seems like a requirement. Come to think of it, so does owning a Spartan. Hmm…..
Sounds like a Compact ( basically a slimmer climber with a file on the hook) would cover all your needs in one ;0) You also get lovely plus scale tools and a mini screwdriver to boot!
Yes definitely. It's a lot easier to handle as it's slimmer than the Swisschamp and easier to keep clean. The blade is locking and incredibly sharp, and the saw is longer. Saves effort cutting campfire wood. The pliers will handle most anything you might encounter a need for, and the cap lifter is a beast (and locking too). For me, it gets rid of most the tools you don't really use in the woods. I'm a huge Swisschamp fan, and I'd take the Workchamp into the woods every time over a Swisschamp. Now, for daily carry, I'd take the Swisschamp, but my Workchamp goes with me when I'm outside. I've carried everything from a Classic and Minichamp to Trekkers, Hikers, etc. on my hikes. I'm a minimalist hiker, but I love my Workchamp. It will be too late for Christmas, but I'm thinking about hosting a Workchamp Challenge early next year. The 111 series is one that doesn't get a lot of attention and it's a whole new level of Knife. Edit: When I resume traveling in a couple of years, it's going to be the Swisschamp that goes with me, mainly because it's legal carry almost anywhere you can carry a knife. It doesn't attract attention the way a 111 blade does.
I considered it but it lacks the reamer/awl which has become a part of my daily use for opening boxes, saving the blades from all that tape glue, so I definitely want that tool. I have settled on a Climber that I will upgrade with plus scales, and carry a Classic SD for its file, and have an extra blade to boot. I’ve even seen the need for two toothpicks already, one for me and one for my wife. She won’t carry her own Classic. I’ve already explored that option. But she will sure use mine, LOL!
I'm tempted to get a Vic Skipper. Those blue scales.
Anyone else struggling a little?
...Wanger?
Fair point on the lack of awl and one I’m sure you wouldn’t be alone on. As well as not carrying her own classic and then using your toothpick does your wife also not order chips (or fries depending on what part for the world your are in) and then starts nicking yours when they arrive?!
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