Victorinox Swiss Tool Swiss Army Knife 24 Function Swiss Made Multi-Tool with Needle-Nose Pliers Wire Cutters and Large

Reliable and reasonably priced multitool. This is the second one to replace the one my brother in law snagged lol. It has a great build and has the stylish appearance one would expect from Victorinox. The weight is also a lot lighter than my Leatherman tools that I have and it is definitely lighter than the Swiss Tool X which I have. It's a great tool with a reasonable price, although I had bought it for $80 originally, but the quality build of the tool is worth it. The knife blade is easy enough to sharpening and holds a reasonable edge like it's other Victorinox SwissArmy relatives. Overall, it's a no frill multitool that fits the hand nicely with no " hotspots". I had my Spirit for five years and was a reliable edc companion for work. The needle nose style pliers was also very useful for pulling staples out of boards. The screwdrivers are the perfect size and ,due to the design, I found it useful in an " L" configuration for additional leverage or it's elongated length to get to hard to reach screws without using any type of extension accessories. Yeah, I love this tool and, out of all the multi tool options on the market, this is my favorite one. Read more

The Swisstool comes in three configurations, which another reviewer has described well. The X model had the combination of ingredients that seemed to fit my needs best. Everything about the Swisstool shows that Victorinox was incredibly serious about offering a top quality product. I have had experience with several multi-tools (check my other reviews) and the Swisstool MUST BE a contender for the best. There are some top of the line tools that I have never used or even handled, of course, so I can't say absolutely what tool is THE best but the Swisstool X has to be considered one of the very best mulitools available. I can't help but make a comparison between the X and L-Man's Charge TTi (which I also own and rate as a 5). 1. Both these designs exude class. The X has a beautiful high luster polish to it. The fit and finish factors are all "first class". On the other hand, the TTi's Titanium scales give it an elegant look and also offer an improved grip. 2. I like to access my tools without unfolding the pliers. The TTi allows this kind of access to the tools I use MOST. But the X allows access to ALL its tools from outside (except the pliers, of course). 3. The TTi allows you to access two knife blades and unfold the pliers with one hand - maybe useful in emergencies - which the X does not. Some have complained that the tools on the X are stiff and hard to access. I recommend using a thumbnail rather than a fingernail for this but it isn't a complaint that I - personally - consider a major drawback. 4. The Knife Blade: I am reserving judgment on this. The TTi has two blades and the X just one (which is the configuration I chose to buy) so I will compare the one blade. Each is straight edged, no serrations (which I prefer) and about the same length (larger than the blades on other multitools I have owned). I like the shape of the X's blade better (a spear point, as opposed to the clip style blade of the TTi). On the other hand, the "TTi's" blade is S30V steel (premium stuff) whereas the X's is of "top quality stainless" (my guess is 12C27, or something very similar). I will see how often I have to resharpen the X's "top quality stainless" blade. If the edge holds up well, it may turn out I like the X's knife blade better. But for now, like I said, I am reserving judgment. 5. The pliers, etc. on each of these tools seem quite good but I have to give the edge to the TTi, which has a true needlenose design. They should therefore be a bit more versatile than the X's pliers, which are a blunted needlenose design. 6. Screwdrivers, etc.: Even without the TTi's included bit driver kit (something similar is available for the X, also) the TTi gets an edge over the X. The TTi's eyeglass screwdriver is definitely superior to that little wedgie at the end of the X's can opener, which will not be able to reach into narrow places (sorry). 7. Both tools have solid, easily accessed and worry free locks for all tools, a necessary safety feature - as anyone who has had a tool fold up on them can tell you. 8. I have no concerns in the area of durability and ruggedness for either tool. I have had the TTi a while now and have done things with it that SHOULD have broken it - but didn't. It still looks and feels like it did new. The X seems to be at least as solid in its construction as the TTi and Victorinox has a reputation to uphold, so there are no worries here. The bottom line is that I am really pleased with both of these tools. If I lost either one, I could live happily a long time with the other. If I lost both, I would probably buy the "X" as my replacement (considering the considerable price difference) even though I probably like the TTi just a little better (this week, anyway). In any case, Victorinox has a winner in the Swisstool X. I can't imagine how anyone could rate it as less than a 5. Read more

For those seeking the short answer; I can’t imagine anyone not liking this tool. Whether it is for yourself, a gift for a friend, or to hand out to employees who might be tasked with various small jobs requiring a variety of tool functions. It’s beautiful, functional, durable, and priced competitively. To the specifics: Even though there are many reviews, I had some difficulty comparing size between this model and the straighter, full-sized model which is also available at about the same price. A lot of my confusion was due to misinformation provided in the specifications. Also, some of the photos posted are distorted in such a way as to mislead as to size and shape. For comparison’s sake, I will describe this Swisstool as falling in between the size of the old, traditional Leatherman, and the Leatherman Super Tool. I consider it to be on the upper end of the size limit as to something that can be carried comfortably in a pocket, (without a case), which is what I wanted it for. Please see the photos for a better idea of what you can expect; When the pliers are open, this tool is very close to the length of the original Leatherman, but when closed, the difference in length and thickness is apparent. Features: Although the basics are the same in most models and brands, be careful in choosing if you are picky about certain features, as these can vary slightly from model to model. I picked this one because I wanted a file, regular knife blade, and scissors. For occasional use, (as opposed to “Every Day Carry”), you really can’t go wrong; just be sure of what you are getting, as I have witnessed some games being played with the photos attached to the descriptions here. Compared To Leatherman: I have “EDC’ed” a Leatherman in various forms for 25 years, and I would still consider Leatherman to be the “Gold Standard” by which all others are judged. I do realize there are other brands, and I have had most of them. While many differences exist between the two, most come down to personal preference rather than quality. For example, I like the standard (small) Leatherman pliers better because of the finer shape of the nose, but the Swisstool pliers are also excellent. This Swisstool offers the ability to use the various tools without opening up the handles, and this might be an advantage for some. Also, the curved design of the Swisstool allows for better hand comfort when using the pliers, although I have never considered this to be an issue with my Leathermans. So overall, I have to take the middle ground as to which is better. I suppose the Swisstool gets points for sexiness, due to the absolutely perfect polished finish and graceful design, but I still love all of my Leatherman models, and they still turn heads when I deploy the tools and fix something in a fraction of the time it would take someone to walk to some location and grab a toolbag. Overall, the reason I ended up with the Swisstool instead of the Leatherman is due to the thickness, the size when closed, and the price to get (most) of the features I wanted. The Leatherman models I considered were either small and toy-like, or big, heavy and expensive; I have found that the thickness of the tool is the biggest issue with carrying in my front pocket without a case, rather than overall length. A model like the Leatherman Wave has more protruding edges that tend to catch and wear on pants and pockets. The Swisstool has smooth and rounded corners and is riveted with a round headed fastener that does not offer as much resistance in the pocket as the fastener heads on the Leathermans. Also, I really am not interested in anything that comes with a set of bits, which complicates carrying and increases the odds of losing something critical. Are you listening out there in Portland?? Pleasant Surprises: In addition to just overall quality, the feel and precision of the locking mechanism is very impressive. The sharpness and toughness of the tools may surpass that of my previous Leatherman models, and the small chisel is a bonus that I now realize will see much service in the future. Dislikes: not much. I really, really wanted a straight design with the measuring scale, but that is only available in a larger model. The scissors are a bit puny when compared to the larger model. And the knife blade on this particular Swisstool is kind of smallish and a less aggressive design than the Leathermans I have owned. I should also mention that I hate the stiffness and long, long “break-in” period on any of these tools. It is sometimes difficult to deploy certain tools if you are “fingernail challenged”. In summary, I offer this method to help you select the right tool; First decide on a strict price range, next overall size, then features you have to have. You might just end up with another brand- even the cheaper brands are decent quality for occasional use, so maybe you don't have to spend a bundle to get what you are after. The biggest weakness in the less expensive brands that I have witnessed personally relates to the quality and hardness of the steels, but this might not be a big issue for the occasional user or an item going into an emergency kit. This tends to show up as wear on things like the Phillips head and jaws of the pliers. It is surprising how many different brands and sizes there are floating around today, so you have to take into account how you plan to use it. I don’t like any of the cases on either brand, and I don’t believe that cases should be a factor when choosing because none of them will hold up as long as the tool, which very likely will last a lifetime, or until you lose it to the TSA. Read more