I carry a huntsman with me. I'm in the military and have carried one for the last year. Someone generously sent me some plus scales and now it's about perfect
Anyone who sees me on IG will know I change up multitools almost every day. However there is one tool for me that stands heads and shoulders above anything else: the Victorinox Manager (tweezer version). The additional combo tool is amazing and also let's the tool be used with the Leatherman bit exchanger (designed for square philips) used diagonally. With that one tool alone I can do an obscene number of things. Cheers.
My EDC is the Huntsman with the Plus scales added. I’ve done some of your mods to it and I’ve done a few of my own. I do a variety of different things for my job. I do carpentry, electrical, plumbing, machining, drywall, painting and many other things. I’m not often sure what I’ll be doing from one day to the next. The Huntsman has just about all the things I need for a pocket knife/tool. When I travel out of town for work I’ll use my Huntsman to fix my meals. I use it to open food packages and cans or to slice up fruits, vegetables or meats. It’s just about perfect for my needs.
My EDC is also the huntsman and I’ll be getting the plus scales soon. I could only get one knife for Christmas, so I looked at one that was good in the sticks, good in the garage and good on the streets. I’m very happy with my choice. I bought an Alox farmer a few months back, but I honestly feel like I wasted my money. The huntsman does more and is more versatile, the extra size and weight doesn’t bother me too much.
@@cowboy4378 Agree. The Huntsman is a great compromise between weight and usefulness. Lots of uses and it’s not that heavy in the pocket. You can get the plus scales off of eBay for not much money. They will include the pen, a straight pin, the eyeglass screwdriver and a key ring as well as an extra toothpick and extra tweezers. It takes about 3-4 weeks to arrive but it’s worth the wait. Here’s where I got mine and I’m really happy with what I got. www.ebay.com/itm/VICTORINOX-SCALES-HANDLES-91-mm-PLUS-3-SLOTS-WITH-TWEEZER-TOOTHPICK-PEN-PIN-/254438995127?_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49292 It looks like they aren’t available anymore. But you can search eBay and find more like them.
@@FriedPi-mc5yt yeah they’re still unavailable. Shame I missed them, TH-cam doesn’t notify me about replies anymore. I just got a notification about someone liking my comment today. Hopefully they come back into stock, but I’m sure I’ll find more.
Ich habe ein großes victorinox ein kleines für den Schlüsselbund und habe mir jetzt noch ein huntsman bestellt da ich mich nie entscheiden kann nehme ich immer alle mit 😂😂😂 danke für die tollen Videos lieber felix liebe grüße aus Deutschland mach weiter so 👍👍👍
I have been a 58mm knife guy for most of my life. Carrie the classic for 6 years, moved to the rambler in 2012, got a manager in 2014 used that till 2019 when I got a mini champ, now I alternate between a minichamp and a manager. For everyday needs I still think the 58mm are the best bang for buck. Just started getting more into the other sizes for various tasks and collecting, 74mm has intrigued me the most in the last few months and I do enjoy carrying the executive from time to time.
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I couldn’t agree more with your choice, Felix. I used to have a Signature Lite, which I carried on my key ring, and I was perfectly satisfied with its set of tools. The pen came in handy much more often than one would think. Then the scales broke off, so the Signature Lite turned into a Classic SD.
I'm a highschool senior, and I am homeschooled. Witch means I get to spend a lot of time outside doing projects and things. I used to carry the SAK Farmer. But I recently upgraded to the Farmer-X. and I'm loving it
"wonderful, sometimes annoying kids" I hear you brother! My EDC is a Wenger Delemont Soldier that was given to me by a Swiss customer when I visited Bern for work in 2001
I have very similar requirements like Felix, my EDC is also attached to my keys, it is the Midnite Manager :) for me it beats the signature because it adds the Philips screwdriver and bottle opener to the already great toolset of the signature while still being tiny. Perfect set for an urban EDC :)
My edc is a Swiss champ, I’ve carrried it every day for the last 7 years. I get why you only carry what you’ll need most days but I like to always have everything I would need all the time 😊
My EDC is a Victorinox Rambler. I used to carry a Midnite Manager, but the Rambler has all the essential tools I need, because I carry a separate pen and light. It's the scissors I use more than anything, then the knife for opening packages, then the bottle opener/Phillips screwdriver.
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Hi Felix. Been watching your series on Victorinox tools and it inspired me to start my own little projects with my oldest son. I got a Cyber Tool (41) I've bought many years ago and it is an awesome tool with pretty much everything I can possibly need in any given situation. Because I love this tool so much I bought a slightly smaller model for my son, the Cyber Tool (34), because he got smaller hands than me it was a better match. At the same time I want him to be able to do similar things that I do, so I couldn't really choose another model. 😊 Since we live in Sweden, above the Arctic Circle, we have to wait for spring before it's possible to do something creative in the forest. But by then we should have watched all your videos and learnt many new things to try out. Thank you so much for the awesome videos you do and keep up the great work.
I’ve carried an Officer for almost 15 years every single day. I’d be lost without it. Love your videos and your happy all the time attitude. God bless you.
A Swisschamp as resident knife in every EDC bag and my winter jackets (M65), a Manager on my car keys, a Cybertool on my belt. At home, either a Deluxe Tinker or Cybertool light in my Engelbert Strauss trousers, thigh side pocket and a Bantam in the right hand side pocket (quicker to grab while standing somewhere, the side pocket is better accessible while seated) Of course this is sort of overkill, but I do like the knifes and look for every excuse to get another one. Happy Weekend.
Bought a Victorinox Huntsman 3 years ago. An Excellent Knife!! Has Every tool I need on an EDC basis, and some I Don't. Good To Know I Have 'em though...
@@kidbach true......somebody should make a video edcing 74 knives on their person.......that would be awesome! One in the side pocket (for easy reach while standing)...one on the belt (for that time when i'm driving in trafic and need to open the dashboard to repair that freakin odometer) .....one in the underwear ( cuz you'll never know when you run out of paper and the bottle opener can substitute).....another under the cap ( saw comes in handy to comb your ruffled hair)....🤣
For many year, when I was travelling overnight I carried the Spartan, to my surprise I needed it almost every day for something. Now, I’m retired and mostly close to home, the midnight manager is my constant companion, but if I am going to be out and about I add the spartan into my pocket just in case.
Yeah I think the climber hit the sweet spot in the SAK line up, it 3 layers is slim enough for most people, the cockscrew may seem useless but it can hold another small screwdriver for glass if you want to, and the can opener have the small slot that work well on a regular Phillips head, so no need of a dedicated Phillips tool like the Tinker
@@ronaldlinkenhoker5705 all the liquor I drink don't have a cork, but I still go for the Climber for my first SAK , cuz who know some day you gonna be the hero of a party where no one have a corkscrew LOL
I have also carried a Huntsman for many years and probably it is more than I need daily. But I find the large and small knife blades, the scissors, and the screwdriver are used almost daily. Oh yeah, also the toothpick. My only complaint is that the spring return in the scissors is frequently needing adjustment to keep it between the scissor halves. I wear cargo pants most of the time (I’m retired) with a knife pocket so the size of the Huntsman is no problem. For other trousers I use a belt sheath. When the presence of the Huntsman elicits comment, I note that my age makes me a product of a generation in which boys routinely carried pocket knives from a very early age.
Huntsman is always with me since 1996. In 2018 it got new plus scales with a pen, pin needle and mini screwdriver. This SAK has some good stories to tell. In one occasion I was using it to install a new lamp in the bedroom, so I thought I had the power down and went ahead to cut the wire. Next, a huge electrical spark happened as soon as I touched the wire with the steel, which melted the blade, leaving it with a "c" hole. Well, the blade saved me, for if it was my finger there, I would've been fryed. I grinded the blade afterwards, reshaping it like the Felix small blade modification.
I luv my SpiritX multi tool. Large or small projects or whatever situation I encounter, this tool works. Higher quality and better ergonomics than either Leatherman or Gerber in my opinion.
Felix you are a SAK legend!!! I really want to visit Switzerland one day and buy a lot of exclusive models there!!! As my EDC, the Minichamp has been with me over 10 years!!! Love that model!
My everyday knife is a Victorinox Super Tinker. I own a small farm in New England, USA, and I can say I've used almost every tool on it fairly regularly except for the can opener (which has seen some minimal use, but not a lot). My second job is as an armed security guard, where the scissors are great for last minute grooming and the Phillips head is useful for maintaining some of my duty gear. Lastly, as a member of our army reserves, the knife has been more than useful and garnered quite a bit of attention from soldiers who are used to their more "tactical" knives, especially when at the end of a long drill, I'm the only one with a bottle opener for our beers.
Back in 1982 ( I was 14) I had a Climber as a present from my Dad. Back then, it did not have a multi purpose hook or lanyard ring....but basically the same knife. Was boxed and presented in a velvet effect mould. Very classy. For the last 3 years, I have had the Climber again.....ideal for EDC urban use......I do take it everywhere even in the woods. It feels as if it is part of my body now as I do so much with it. I have it with the plus scales which I love and have recently this week put the bearing in the scale, in case I do a bow drill. The only thing I wish I had was a ferro Rod in the scales....or a light. For the woods and survival stuff, I use the Farmer. The saw is excellent and it is more durable than the Climber. Super toll videos Wie immer. Viele Grüße aus Wales in Großrittannien.
My EDC SAK is a Victorinox Classic SD. They are fun to use and collect. I carried one on my wedding day, and the same one when my children were born. I’ve taught them how to use the screwdriver and scissors. I have so many little moments with my Classic, I’ll never forget. I will forever carry a Classic.
Hi Felix...Ive carried the Spartan for about 30 years or so. I just find it has everything I generally need and gives me the best chance to improvise for the things I dont. The size and way it fits in my pocket is just right as well. Plus...unlike you...I use the toothpick VERY often! Side note...for the first time ever...I swapped out the red plastic scales for Titanium scales and I am thrilled about it. I used the hot water method you teacg and it worked like a charm. Thanks for your content!
Dont you miss the tweezers and tooth pick. If it wasnt for those I would do it to. Maybe Even consider a Boker knife. I like the looks of their Main blade.
@@Zapnes what do you mean? The titanium scales I installed have the toothpick and tweezer slots still. I also would not have done it if they didn't! I use them too often!
Thats awesome!! I wasnt aware of them. I did not read your post god enough and in my head I was thinking about those alox models.... Im going to get some. Thanks a lot!
I only need scissors and the knives. It’s nice to have a van opener, screw drivers, a saw, a reamer, and a hook though. I currently carry a keychain Ferro rod but I plan on getting a FireAnt and a pin for my knife.
My dad carried a Swiss Champion (the 80's model) from the time I was born until he passed away in 2012. From him I learnt the usefulness of these wonderful tools, so in 2006 I bought myself a Huntsman, which fifteen years later I still always carry. I had it "updated/improved" to a Hunstman Plus when buying those scales, so it now it also has the small, flat screwdriver, the pin and the pen. I regularly carry around a ballpoint pen to write notes and things, but when it is an emergency, I can always trust on the pen my Swiss Army Knife has to get me out of the situation I'm in. Last December I bought a Swiss Soldier 08 knife, and that's what I'm using when I have to wear a suit. Its more subdued colours and focused tools (it doesn't have the scissors, pen, tweezers or toothpick) are more suited for a serious and professional occasion where a tool could still be needed.
I love this! Absolutely love it. The honesty of it all. I've carried a Classic SD on my keyring for as long as I can remember must be something like 20 years now. It has done everything I've ever needed it for. I carried a bantam for years thinking I needed the bigger blade but its bulk meant I often would leave it on a table or shelf with my keys, so it was never with me when I needed it. My classic SD is so small as to be unnoticeable and it is there for me, every time. A signature lite would be a nice upgrade with the pen and flashlight but my classic SD was a personalised gift for me and its more than a knife now, as it has sentimental value so as its still a really good knife it will always remain on my person.
Hello Felix, I've got my first Swiss Army Knive from my grandfather at the age of 5 years. I was allowed to use it under his control on our tracking tours in the woods. Nowadays i have a Victorinox Classic SD on my keyring and a Victorinox Pioneer Alox in my pocket. That's all I need. Thanks a lot for your great contribution to this amasing little tool. Greetings from Germany Rudi
The video thumbnail had me! Anyway, here's my EDC: When I am out and about in town, not at work, it is a Swiss Champ, carried in the coin pocket of my jeans. But, in this pandemic, I am living in my dad's farm for a few days. At that time, I have a belt with a Ledlenser fashlight, a Forester, the same Swiss Champ, and a Muela tactical knife. Here, if I am working on a mini-project, I will also carry a tool kit that has a Ranger Imprint, a ratchet wrench for standard Bosch screwdriver bits, and this Swiss Tool Spirit in it's sheath it came with that has a brilliant rotating belt-clip. But these are only in this farm. This Ranger Imprint is my use-abuse-practice tool. So, I keep it for where I need to cut a lot, or use that file on metal. I would like to not have to use the file on that Swiss Champ. When we were working in my corporate office and not at home before the pandemic hit, it used to be an S557 in the pocket, and a Cybertool Lite and that Ranger Imprint in the backpack. Yeah, I carry heavy, and a lot. I don't mind it. I am 6 feet tall and weigh 220 lbs., I will never admit to anything more sensible such as cutting down how much I would carry cause, ego...LOL. My choice of tools is based on where I am at the time, and what I might need, no matter how small the chance. And, because I am a fan of these tools, and love fidgeting with them. So, what I am saying may not be as useful for almost everyone else.
I must say i enjoy your videos, my EDC Swiss Army Knife is the Victorinox Midnite Minichamp, i need the 2 screwdrivers and scissors and flashlight, and ofcourse an emergency pen.
I have the Midnight Manager on my key ring, which is the same as the Signature light, but with an additional bottle opener/philips screw driver. My other EDC is the Climber. It has got all essential tools, and with three layers it's slim enough to be carried in my pocket.
Almost same here - Manager. I am really happy with the Phillips screwdriver. But the blade size is probably too small to be useful; even for cutting apples for children. I wish there was an 84mm Manager.
Greetings from South Texas. I have used a Spartan, Swiss Champ Plus. Yet for traveling, I carry a Small Tinker paired with a small flashlight. Around the home, I use a Tinker. Furthermore, especially for yard work, I use a Walker. It is a small, light, but great knife for the detail work I do. Rich Blessings
The Champ for outdoor activities and the Minichamp as EDC. I can't imagine my life without SAKs. Love your videos, many useful tricks and tips and your knowledge it's incredible! The SAK King!
Victorinox Spartan for two years. Many uses: screwdrivers, big/little blade, bottle opener, pin, tweezers. It is always at hand at home, on the street and in the office . Its compact size makes it easy to carry .
I have always carried leathermans and have had great success with them. However, I very much enjoy these videos and the happiness you have Felix! I have looked at different models of SAK's and I think I need to really study the product line to get the right one because there is so many choices! Thanks again Felix, to you your family and your video crew.
My EDC is the “Huntsman”. I use the large screwdriver at work when resetting our barcode scanners, the large blade for paring fruit or cutting a sandwich in half during lunch. The can opener for popping off casebacks on watches. The saw blade while gardening or when I’m out hunting/camping. The scissors for trimming my nails or minor pruning on some of my garden plants. The toothpick I use all the time. The Huntsman is a very useful tool to carry
I carry an old Victorinox Automobile model which was secondhand when I was given it in the 1970's. It's a bit beaten up now but I'm very attached to it. Scissors and the screwdrivers are the most common tools used. There is no model in the current catalogue that could replace it. I made a leather pouch for it from a Seydel harmonica pouch to keep it from wearing out my pocket. An old and valued friend.
Huntsman since about 1975 in my bag. Plus a banchmade contego with a clip in my pocket. Classic on my key ring. Gave both of my kids huntsmans and benchmade crooked river knives. My son carries his huntsman and my daughter carries her benchmade and a very small buck knife. All excellent and very useful for so many daily things. Great vids. I've learned a lot. Thank you!
I either carry a Swiss Champ in the two pocket survival pouch, or the green Swiss Soldatsmesser (one hand opening). I’m a science teacher and the number of times I need a screwdriver or blade around the lab is astonishing.
Mini Champ on keys, Farmer x in my pocket, s557 or Handyman + or Ranger+ or Cybertool L on multiclip , Spirit at work and rangerwood in the woods.... and so many more ! This week I try to edc my new evogrip s557 staying loyal !
I carry a Black Spartan. I love having the cork screw for undoing difficult knots and as the keeper of the small screwdriver. I also feel a strange satisfaction doing scissor chores with a blade.
Hi Zapnes, I carry a blue Spartan. I like its simplicity and thin profile in my Pocket. Plus it has the normal sized blades for a whole range of uses. If the knife blades are sharp you dont need scissors at all. So I like your choice.
Hello Felix, I’ve been watching your channel for a while now and just as I started watching this one and I was just wondering which country you live in and straight away you tell us where you live, I’m in Sydney Australia. It’s hard to find the perfect Swiss Army knife in any category but what you have shown us is fairly close for the every day carry though I think I would go for the Explorer because it has a magnifying glass but I must admit that the flashlight would be very handy. I think there must be about three main categories, one for work, one for outdoors and today’s topic, the every day carry. Victorinox has pretty well covered all categories though I think there is room for another concept for trades people. When I worked as an industrial electrician in a very large factory I had to attend breakdowns over a large area and had to travel light, even though I had an electric vehicle it couldn’t go everywhere with me. For my type of work some of the the hand tools that I needed were dedicated pliers for twisting wires together as well as dedicated long nose pliers and I needed quality insulated screw drivers even if it were just one handle with interchangeable insulated screwdriver shafts and I also needed dedicated wire strippers for small cables but a Victorinox knife would be ok for larger cables and extension cord type cables. The thing that Victorinox could make to compliment a tool box would be a folding knife without pliers, screw drivers or can openers and have things like a file, metal saw, wood/plastic saw, magnifying glass, scissors, rule, a 1/4” ratcheting socket driver at one end and maybe even a flat thread restoring tool could be developed. This would be an efficient space saving way to have a multi tool with tools that are not compromised. Maybe you could tell them for me.
Nice one Felix, I can relate to all that you said. I swap my EDC about. I usually carry the farmer as I live near the woods and l like whittling, a mini Swiss champ for all the tools, the tweezers, toothpick and pen get the most use after the blade. At the moment a Swiss champ, just cause I like it and I always have a small torch in my pocket.
Wouldn't the Midnite Manager be a better option then? You have the same set of tools but additionally a small magnetic Philips screwdriver for toy screws.
My absolute favourite is the Explorer. Since I wear glasses and sometimes forget them the magnifying glass is excellent to have. Scissors, toothpick and the two blades are also frequently used. When in the forest I always carry my farmer.
Hi Fellix. As you asked I would like to answer your question. My EDC knife is the Victorinox minichamp. It has so many tools and I can carry it on my keys. Greetings from Greece 😊
At home my EDC knife is my trusty Minichamp or lately aquired 84mm Recruit when larger blade is needed. Outside/ work EDC is Ranger combined with one of my Enduras or Delicas.
Watched an episode of TA outdoors, and saw that you sent two books on crafting with a Swiss Army knife and heard your letter. That was a nice thing to do Felix, your an inspiration, many other people in the world could take a lesson from you and do nice things for each other.
Hi Felix. You're the best! My EDC is a Pioneer X with a suspension clip to make it more comfortable in my pocket. For a light, I use a tiny rechargeable LED flashlight with my keys. I used the small SAKs for a long time and even wore one out so that the spring was worn enough to break. Those are great knives. I wanted a bigger blade and scissors. The Pioneer X is perfect. Without the suspension clip the Pioneer X is too heavy and uncomfortable with some of my trousers. Keep up the good work. Your videos are excellent and you represent a superb company.
The Evolution Grip 18 always ends up in my pocket. With a suspension clip it's perfect for pocket carry. My Pioneer X has less tools for about the same weight and my CyberTool L is a bit too much for pocket carry.
hello, Felix my EDC is a Pioneer Alox which I was gifted with a Victorinox officers quartz watch. You are doing a great presentation and I like straightforward comments in clear words.
Either the Huntsman or Fieldmaster is the way to go. They are exactly the same except the Fieldmaster has the Phillips screwdriver on it. For me, it was kind of a toss up as both the screwdriver and corkscrew has their uses. At that point, it all comes down to personal preference.
The cadet. I used to carry the super tinker for years. As I got older I now carry a main fixed blade on the belt and the cadet in the pocket. I also carry a bag full of tools basically everywhere I go. I’d have to say the cadet comes in handy more than any other Swiss army I’ve had. Super thin and light. I also carry a dedicated flashlight.
I carry Spartan for 7 years and it never let me down :) i don't need scissors (mostly anything can be cut with a blade) and i'm a big fan of the small blade (for fixing mistakes on the paper). But since your channel evoked a love to carving in me, I want to have SwissChamp for hikes and carving :-) Greetings from Czech republic!
The knife I carry every day in a belt pouch is the Swiss Tool Spirit. In my pocket I carry a modified Rambler that I added a pen to it. Attached to that is a RovyVon Aurora flashlight.
I prefer the Midnite Manager over the Signature Lite... that magnetized Phillips head is the best tool to disassemble laptops and open battery compartments. Also the bottle opener comes in handy when it's beer o'clock (or for any other bottles with a bottle cap)
I EDC multiple knives which I rotate regularly. At least 2 or 3 or 4 different size traditional folders like Case, GEC, Victorinox, Rough Ryder, Boker, Otter Messer, to name a few. At least 1 Tactical medium or large like Cold Steel, Spyderco, CRKT, Bechmade, etc. so I’ve been known to carry up to 7 knives on me to cover any task. But the one knife that is always on me at all times no matter what else I carry is my trusty Victorinox Rambler. I love the little bugger. I went to a Miami Heat game and I had one on my keychain and it got “confiscated” at the arena entrance, as soon as I turned around I ordered me a replacement from Amazon. That much I love it.
The Mini Champ lives in my pocket every day. I have many models of Victorinox knives for various needs... but the Mini Champ has lived in my pocket for 30 years. The scales are showing their age, the metal outlined logo fell off and was lost more than 10 years ago... but, this little knife serves me well, and I just tied up a brand new lanyard for it.
I absolutely love this video and cannot agree more!! I work from home, with a wife, young kids and cats. My needs are very similar but my EDC@home is a trinity of smalls: - A classic sd (I was this ->||
What a refreshing video. I'm so glad you are not another "tacti-cool" presenter. Just a guy working to enjoy his life and family. Bravo! My edc is a crkt Crossbones.
Another great video Felix! This is an excellent suggestion. I love my Huntsman & use it often. I did add some mods that you suggested. The pin in the corkscrew hole is very useful for poking & prying small crevices as well as popping the occasional blister. I also added 2 rare earth magnets that fit between the saw & scissors. Excellent to turn the pin into a compass needle. Mostly to add to a screw driver to hold small screws. Put it on the end of the saw to lift the lid on my stainless steel cooking pot. Another useful add is a needle with about 2’ of dental floss. Great for emergency repairs. This fits nicely below the wood saw. I have also added a couple pieces waxed jute to the corkscrew for an excellent fire starter & lubricant. Lastly I made a lanyard with about 4’ of paracord. Always nice to have extra cordage. I use it often to bundle wood then use the parcel hook for a handle. Just a few of your tips that I have used while venturing in the outdoors. There are still many more to try. Thank you so much for your inspiration!
I carry the Alox Cadet every day (except when I overlooked it and it was in my pocket when I was washing and drying my clothes). It is so small and light that it was easy to overlook. The can opener works good as a crosspoint (+) screwdriver. The bottle opener works good as a common (-) screwdriver that can easily reach 3/4 inch deep into a 5/16 diameter hole to tighten/loosen screws. I use the file and small knife blade every single day for the past 2 years. If I have other tasks around the house, the Ranger Grip 71, 79, or Boatsman can usually get the job done. Thanks for the video. You are a true artist at what you do.
I'd like one of those Cybertool L's! I do have a Ranger and it's one of the best models for sure. Densely packed with tools, including I think all the best ones.
I own several SAKs. Started carrying one 40 years ago and I've got one in my pocket every day. I alternate between the Fieldmaster and the Rambler, depending on what I'm doing each day. I keep the Fieldmaster on a short lanyard clipped to my belt loop. That way it can stay in my pocket without weighing it down.
I love one that isn't available anymore: the Explorer Plus. The ideal situation would be one in which the user can order the exact tools needed on their Swiss knife.
some key organizers company have slowly intergrate tool to their key organizer and sell the tool seperately, still waiting the day when we can custom right on SAK website, but I think it gonna be cost twice as much as a regular SAK
My edc knife is the manager lite, wich is attatched to my car key fob. It has the light, pen, all the classic tools plus the magnitized mini screwdriver and bottle opener. I complement it with the camper because the pin 📌 ,woodsaw and bigger tools are handy on very rare occasions.
Makes sense to me. The best EDC is what works for your environment. When the environment changes, the EDC choice changes. I carry a MiniChamp all the time, plus either an Explorer at home (handy for quick things, but I'm in a house full of tools so don't need a lot in my pocket) or a SwissChamp when I'm out or working in the yard and need to be more self-sufficient. Thank you for the videos, Felix. Always informative and entertaining!
Well, my EDC knife is Turist (a little smaller version of the Spartan) it has exactly same tools but it's so light and small I have to check my pocket for some time becouse I can't feel it inside. For me it's perfect to carry everyday to school.
Hello Felix! My EDC knife for five years is the Rambler on my key chain. One of the best features of this knife is the fact that the blade opens away from the ring. Greetings from Venezuela!
That is a good point. I had the Rambler on my keys for years and I appreciated that the blade opens away from the ring. I've upgraded to the Manager for the pen, and that also has the blade opening that way.
Hi. The first EDC-Victorinox knife, that is ALWAYS in my pocket is the absolutely ingenious 91 mm Compact. It is small, lightweight and has Blade, can/bottle opener/screw driver tool, scissors, nail file, corkscrew, a needle, the small corkscrew screwdriver, the multipurpose hook, toothpick, tweezer and a pen. For me, the compact ist the most useful tool in such a compact(!) bundle. The second one is the 58mm Midnite Manager on my keyring. Pen, light, scissors, blade, philips screwdriver/bottle opener tool, nail file screwdriver tool. Simply perfect and also very helpful. In the pocket of my work pants the climber, perfectly equipped for a lot of little works p.e. on the electric system of motorbikes. Best regards. Rainer
I carry a pioneer and classic, both at work and at home. The pioneer gives me a food prep blade, awl for cutting opening packages, and a bottle opener/scraper/prying tool. The classic has the scissors, nail file/cleaner, and tooth pick covered. I keep a Swisschamp in my bag, which has everything else that I need.
For me, it's the Huntsman. I have been carrying one since 2003. I normally have it within reach, except if I am in a no-knives-allowed area like airports. If you ask me, it has enough features without being too bulky. I don't leave the house without it.
My cousin told me that the pain of natural child birth pales into insignificance, when compared to stepping on a Lego brick in bare feet at two in the morning!!😂
I have a Fieldmaster as my EDC in my back pocket, retired my former back pocket EDC, a Camper, into a side pocket on my "possibles bag" which goes into my truck whenever I go into the mountains (Virginia/West Virginia) or in whichever vehicle I use in winter weather, an Alox Pioneer in my range bag, and a Rambler on my keychain -- once used extensively in IT troubleshooting situations. My oldest granddaughter just got her first SAK and now has a link to your channel. Your channel is very enjoyable.
I carry a classic SD ALWAYS. It is in the coin compartment of my (already small) fjällräven kanken mini purse. So much tools, in such a small space. It is - in my opinion - the best EDC knife ever.
Yes! I bought a Rambler without even looking at it to replace the SAK that airport security took away from me (SAK # 186 that I have donated to airport security) because I forgot it was on my keys. But I always buy another one as soon as I get where I am going, and never cared which model- the first SAK I see in the $25 range will do. So I ended up with a Rambler without even realizing it, and it has become my favorite little SAK ever! The tiny little phillips screwdriver is AMAZING. It fits everything! My edc always includes one of my own knives, of course, but rest assured that there is always a SAK on my keys, next to a mini flashlight. In my pocket is always a larger knife (a slipjoint i made) and my Streamlight Microstream.
I carry a SAK work champ and I carry a schrade multitool with the full sized shears, pliers, and one hand opening blade. The schrade helped so much last weekend when I was cutting cables for my brother's trailer and opening clam packages and bending and cutting cotter pins. The shears help a lot with cutting hay bail strings and the SAK is wonderful for whittling while I'm out and about in the pasture. Still having to get the hang of sharpening blades, but I'm sure with practice I'll pick it up in no time
I feel naked without a 'Swiss' knife in my pocket. I have a Huntsman in my sacrificial home trousers. My EDC for carrying around is ... a Signature (attached to my house key)
Very nice testimony about your life Mr. Immler! I really like what you do. And you do it with fun and passion, all with a very beautiful disciple. Thank you very much for your sharing. Très beau témoignage sur votre vie monsieur Immler! J'aime énormément ce que vous faites. Et vous le faite avec amusement et passionnément, le tout avec une très belle disciple. Merci beaucoup pour vos partages.
My go to EDC is a 20 plus years old, 3 layer Yeoman with yellow + scales that I got off of eBay from Ukraine (I’m in Aust). I used to carry the 4 layer Explorer but rarely used the little knife and can opener so the Yeoman combo tool and big blade solved a thickness issue. As my eyesight continues to degrade I use the magnifying glass frequently along with the Phillips driver and it has been years since I cut my nails with anything other than Victorinox scissors!
I'm 44 now and I've been using, and later carrying, a Victorinox huntsman since I was 10.
Super story!! Thanks a lot!
Me too
I was just wondering how often you sharpened the blades? and did the saw ever get dull with all those years of usage?
I carry a huntsman with me. I'm in the military and have carried one for the last year. Someone generously sent me some plus scales and now it's about perfect
I'm 52 and have pocket carried my Swiss Champ nearly every day for 38 years. It has saved my bacon many many times.
Anyone who sees me on IG will know I change up multitools almost every day. However there is one tool for me that stands heads and shoulders above anything else: the Victorinox Manager (tweezer version). The additional combo tool is amazing and also let's the tool be used with the Leatherman bit exchanger (designed for square philips) used diagonally. With that one tool alone I can do an obscene number of things. Cheers.
Noone cares about your instagram bud
My EDC is the Huntsman with the Plus scales added. I’ve done some of your mods to it and I’ve done a few of my own. I do a variety of different things for my job. I do carpentry, electrical, plumbing, machining, drywall, painting and many other things. I’m not often sure what I’ll be doing from one day to the next. The Huntsman has just about all the things I need for a pocket knife/tool. When I travel out of town for work I’ll use my Huntsman to fix my meals. I use it to open food packages and cans or to slice up fruits, vegetables or meats. It’s just about perfect for my needs.
My EDC is also the huntsman and I’ll be getting the plus scales soon. I could only get one knife for Christmas, so I looked at one that was good in the sticks, good in the garage and good on the streets. I’m very happy with my choice.
I bought an Alox farmer a few months back, but I honestly feel like I wasted my money. The huntsman does more and is more versatile, the extra size and weight doesn’t bother me too much.
@@cowboy4378 Agree. The Huntsman is a great compromise between weight and usefulness. Lots of uses and it’s not that heavy in the pocket.
You can get the plus scales off of eBay for not much money. They will include the pen, a straight pin, the eyeglass screwdriver and a key ring as well as an extra toothpick and extra tweezers. It takes about 3-4 weeks to arrive but it’s worth the wait. Here’s where I got mine and I’m really happy with what I got.
www.ebay.com/itm/VICTORINOX-SCALES-HANDLES-91-mm-PLUS-3-SLOTS-WITH-TWEEZER-TOOTHPICK-PEN-PIN-/254438995127?_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49292
It looks like they aren’t available anymore. But you can search eBay and find more like them.
@@FriedPi-mc5yt yeah they’re still unavailable. Shame I missed them, TH-cam doesn’t notify me about replies anymore. I just got a notification about someone liking my comment today.
Hopefully they come back into stock, but I’m sure I’ll find more.
I'm really enjoying the huntsman with walnut scales. Miss out on some features but its worth it to me.
Ich habe ein großes victorinox ein kleines für den Schlüsselbund und habe mir jetzt noch ein huntsman bestellt da ich mich nie entscheiden kann nehme ich immer alle mit 😂😂😂 danke für die tollen Videos lieber felix liebe grüße aus Deutschland mach weiter so 👍👍👍
I have been a 58mm knife guy for most of my life. Carrie the classic for 6 years, moved to the rambler in 2012, got a manager in 2014 used that till 2019 when I got a mini champ, now I alternate between a minichamp and a manager. For everyday needs I still think the 58mm are the best bang for buck. Just started getting more into the other sizes for various tasks and collecting, 74mm has intrigued me the most in the last few months and I do enjoy carrying the executive from time to time.
I couldn’t agree more with your choice, Felix. I used to have a Signature Lite, which I carried on my key ring, and I was perfectly satisfied with its set of tools. The pen came in handy much more often than one would think. Then the scales broke off, so the Signature Lite turned into a Classic SD.
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I'm a highschool senior, and I am homeschooled. Witch means I get to spend a lot of time outside doing projects and things. I used to carry the SAK Farmer. But I recently upgraded to the Farmer-X. and I'm loving it
Good choice!!! 😀😀
"wonderful, sometimes annoying kids" I hear you brother! My EDC is a Wenger Delemont Soldier that was given to me by a Swiss customer when I visited Bern for work in 2001
Thanks a lot for your nice comment!
I have very similar requirements like Felix, my EDC is also attached to my keys, it is the Midnite Manager :) for me it beats the signature because it adds the Philips screwdriver and bottle opener to the already great toolset of the signature while still being tiny. Perfect set for an urban EDC :)
My edc is a Swiss champ, I’ve carrried it every day for the last 7 years. I get why you only carry what you’ll need most days but I like to always have everything I would need all the time 😊
Daily carrying a champ is baller. Do you pocket or pouch carry?
@@ketch_up just in my pocket I’m so used to it now the weight doesn’t bother me
I got the Cybertool, very similar to the Champ. I Pouch carry this knife every day.
@@MrHighvolt what kind of pouch do you use?
I do exactly the same thing for the same reasons.
My EDC is a Victorinox Rambler. I used to carry a Midnite Manager, but the Rambler has all the essential tools I need, because I carry a separate pen and light. It's the scissors I use more than anything, then the knife for opening packages, then the bottle opener/Phillips screwdriver.
Hi Felix. Been watching your series on Victorinox tools and it inspired me to start my own little projects with my oldest son. I got a Cyber Tool (41) I've bought many years ago and it is an awesome tool with pretty much everything I can possibly need in any given situation. Because I love this tool so much I bought a slightly smaller model for my son, the Cyber Tool (34), because he got smaller hands than me it was a better match. At the same time I want him to be able to do similar things that I do, so I couldn't really choose another model. 😊
Since we live in Sweden, above the Arctic Circle, we have to wait for spring before it's possible to do something creative in the forest. But by then we should have watched all your videos and learnt many new things to try out.
Thank you so much for the awesome videos you do and keep up the great work.
Hello Urban. Your comment makes me happy. Thanks a lot!!
I felt your “Dad struggles” on a SPIRITUAL level! 😂 Another great video. So glad I found your channel.
I’ve carried an Officer for almost 15 years every single day. I’d be lost without it. Love your videos and your happy all the time attitude. God bless you.
Always carry the Victorinox locksmith one hand opening, can't live without 👍🏻
Thanks for your comment!
A Swisschamp as resident knife in every EDC bag and my winter jackets (M65), a Manager on my car keys, a Cybertool on my belt.
At home, either a Deluxe Tinker or Cybertool light in my Engelbert Strauss trousers, thigh side pocket and a Bantam in the right hand side pocket (quicker to grab while standing somewhere, the side pocket is better accessible while seated)
Of course this is sort of overkill, but I do like the knifes and look for every excuse to get another one.
Happy Weekend.
Theres no such thing as overkill edcing a Vic. 👍
@@kidbach True that!!! :D
Bought a Victorinox Huntsman 3 years ago.
An Excellent Knife!!
Has Every tool I need on an EDC basis, and some I Don't.
Good To Know I Have 'em though...
Same here 👍 🤣
@@kidbach true......somebody should make a video edcing 74 knives on their person.......that would be awesome! One in the side pocket (for easy reach while standing)...one on the belt (for that time when i'm driving in trafic and need to open the dashboard to repair that freakin odometer) .....one in the underwear ( cuz you'll never know when you run out of paper and the bottle opener can substitute).....another under the cap ( saw comes in handy to comb your ruffled hair)....🤣
For many year, when I was travelling overnight I carried the Spartan, to my surprise I needed it almost every day for something. Now, I’m retired and mostly close to home, the midnight manager is my constant companion, but if I am going to be out and about I add the spartan into my pocket just in case.
I have carried a climber model for over thirty years. I’m on the second or third one now.
Climber Too... 👊🏼
Yeah I think the climber hit the sweet spot in the SAK line up, it 3 layers is slim enough for most people, the cockscrew may seem useless but it can hold another small screwdriver for glass if you want to, and the can opener have the small slot that work well on a regular Phillips head, so no need of a dedicated Phillips tool like the Tinker
I use the corkscrew to open wine all the time. Felix has a video on it, I think.
@@ronaldlinkenhoker5705 all the liquor I drink don't have a cork, but I still go for the Climber for my first SAK , cuz who know some day you gonna be the hero of a party where no one have a corkscrew LOL
The Climber is my favorite too!!! An when I hit the woods, I grab my Ranger victorinox.
Best. Video. Ever. I appreciate all the wonderful tricks, tips, and guidance for bushcraft, but I appreciate your being a good father even more.
Hello Charles. Thank you so much for your kind comment!
I'm carrying huntsman. It has everything I need in my spare time and at work. It is a big surprise that tweezers are the most used tool i'm using 😄
I have also carried a Huntsman for many years and probably it is more than I need daily. But I find the large and small knife blades, the scissors, and the screwdriver are used almost daily. Oh yeah, also the toothpick. My only complaint is that the spring return in the scissors is frequently needing adjustment to keep it between the scissor halves. I wear cargo pants most of the time (I’m retired) with a knife pocket so the size of the Huntsman is no problem. For other trousers I use a belt sheath. When the presence of the Huntsman elicits comment, I note that my age makes me a product of a generation in which boys routinely carried pocket knives from a very early age.
I’m a mom and I carry a SwissCard Lite!
Great choice and the perfect Christmas present . ATB
Huntsman is always with me since 1996. In 2018 it got new plus scales with a pen, pin needle and mini screwdriver.
This SAK has some good stories to tell. In one occasion I was using it to install a new lamp in the bedroom, so I thought I had the power down and went ahead to cut the wire. Next, a huge electrical spark happened as soon as I touched the wire with the steel, which melted the blade, leaving it with a "c" hole. Well, the blade saved me, for if it was my finger there, I would've been fryed. I grinded the blade afterwards, reshaping it like the Felix small blade modification.
I luv my SpiritX multi tool. Large or small projects or whatever situation I encounter, this tool works. Higher quality and better ergonomics than either Leatherman or Gerber in my opinion.
Felix you are a SAK legend!!! I really want to visit Switzerland one day and buy a lot of exclusive models there!!! As my EDC, the Minichamp has been with me over 10 years!!! Love that model!
My everyday knife is a Victorinox Super Tinker.
I own a small farm in New England, USA, and I can say I've used almost every tool on it fairly regularly except for the can opener (which has seen some minimal use, but not a lot). My second job is as an armed security guard, where the scissors are great for last minute grooming and the Phillips head is useful for maintaining some of my duty gear. Lastly, as a member of our army reserves, the knife has been more than useful and garnered quite a bit of attention from soldiers who are used to their more "tactical" knives, especially when at the end of a long drill, I'm the only one with a bottle opener for our beers.
Back in 1982 ( I was 14) I had a Climber as a present from my Dad. Back then, it did not have a multi purpose hook or lanyard ring....but basically the same knife. Was boxed and presented in a velvet effect mould. Very classy.
For the last 3 years, I have had the Climber again.....ideal for EDC urban use......I do take it everywhere even in the woods. It feels as if it is part of my body now as I do so much with it.
I have it with the plus scales which I love and have recently this week put the bearing in the scale, in case I do a bow drill.
The only thing I wish I had was a ferro Rod in the scales....or a light.
For the woods and survival stuff, I use the Farmer. The saw is excellent and it is more durable than the Climber.
Super toll videos Wie immer.
Viele Grüße aus Wales in Großrittannien.
Ever heard of the FireAnt? It’s a toothpick Ferro rod.
My EDC SAK is a Victorinox Classic SD. They are fun to use and collect. I carried one on my wedding day, and the same one when my children were born. I’ve taught them how to use the screwdriver and scissors. I have so many little moments with my Classic, I’ll never forget. I will forever carry a Classic.
Hi Felix...Ive carried the Spartan for about 30 years or so. I just find it has everything I generally need and gives me the best chance to improvise for the things I dont. The size and way it fits in my pocket is just right as well. Plus...unlike you...I use the toothpick VERY often! Side note...for the first time ever...I swapped out the red plastic scales for Titanium scales and I am thrilled about it. I used the hot water method you teacg and it worked like a charm. Thanks for your content!
Dont you miss the tweezers and tooth pick. If it wasnt for those I would do it to. Maybe Even consider a Boker knife. I like the looks of their Main blade.
@@Zapnes what do you mean? The titanium scales I installed have the toothpick and tweezer slots still. I also would not have done it if they didn't! I use them too often!
Thats awesome!! I wasnt aware of them. I did not read your post god enough and in my head I was thinking about those alox models.... Im going to get some. Thanks a lot!
Btw. Where did you get them, if you dont mind me asking?
@@Zapnes the link is posted right above.. ebay... They are called Pacific Sons Knife I believe
I carry the Fieldmaster, I don’t mind the bulk, after a while I got used to it.
Thanks a lot for your comment!
I only need scissors and the knives. It’s nice to have a van opener, screw drivers, a saw, a reamer, and a hook though. I currently carry a keychain Ferro rod but I plan on getting a FireAnt and a pin for my knife.
My Edc is a Huntsman with plus scales and a small aa waterproof flashlight.
Dir gehörten hier 5 Daumen hoch, oder noch mehr! Felix, das ist die beste Erklärung ever! Danke, dass du so authentisch bist! Super!
My dad carried a Swiss Champion (the 80's model) from the time I was born until he passed away in 2012.
From him I learnt the usefulness of these wonderful tools, so in 2006 I bought myself a Huntsman, which fifteen years later I still always carry. I had it "updated/improved" to a Hunstman Plus when buying those scales, so it now it also has the small, flat screwdriver, the pin and the pen. I regularly carry around a ballpoint pen to write notes and things, but when it is an emergency, I can always trust on the pen my Swiss Army Knife has to get me out of the situation I'm in.
Last December I bought a Swiss Soldier 08 knife, and that's what I'm using when I have to wear a suit. Its more subdued colours and focused tools (it doesn't have the scissors, pen, tweezers or toothpick) are more suited for a serious and professional occasion where a tool could still be needed.
I love this! Absolutely love it.
The honesty of it all.
I've carried a Classic SD on my keyring for as long as I can remember must be something like 20 years now.
It has done everything I've ever needed it for.
I carried a bantam for years thinking I needed the bigger blade but its bulk meant I often would leave it on a table or shelf with my keys, so it was never with me when I needed it.
My classic SD is so small as to be unnoticeable and it is there for me, every time.
A signature lite would be a nice upgrade with the pen and flashlight but my classic SD was a personalised gift for me and its more than a knife now, as it has sentimental value so as its still a really good knife it will always remain on my person.
Thanks a lot for your interesting inputs...
I love my compact, never leve home 🏡 without it ,keep the great video coming 👍👍
Hello Felix, I've got my first Swiss Army Knive from my grandfather at the age of 5 years. I was allowed to use it under his control on our tracking tours in the woods.
Nowadays i have a Victorinox Classic SD on my keyring and a Victorinox Pioneer Alox in my pocket. That's all I need. Thanks a lot for your great contribution to this amasing little tool.
Greetings from Germany
Rudi
The video thumbnail had me!
Anyway, here's my EDC:
When I am out and about in town, not at work, it is a Swiss Champ, carried in the coin pocket of my jeans.
But, in this pandemic, I am living in my dad's farm for a few days. At that time, I have a belt with a Ledlenser fashlight, a Forester, the same Swiss Champ, and a Muela tactical knife. Here, if I am working on a mini-project, I will also carry a tool kit that has a Ranger Imprint, a ratchet wrench for standard Bosch screwdriver bits, and this Swiss Tool Spirit in it's sheath it came with that has a brilliant rotating belt-clip. But these are only in this farm.
This Ranger Imprint is my use-abuse-practice tool. So, I keep it for where I need to cut a lot, or use that file on metal. I would like to not have to use the file on that Swiss Champ.
When we were working in my corporate office and not at home before the pandemic hit, it used to be an S557 in the pocket, and a Cybertool Lite and that Ranger Imprint in the backpack.
Yeah, I carry heavy, and a lot. I don't mind it. I am 6 feet tall and weigh 220 lbs., I will never admit to anything more sensible such as cutting down how much I would carry cause, ego...LOL.
My choice of tools is based on where I am at the time, and what I might need, no matter how small the chance. And, because I am a fan of these tools, and love fidgeting with them. So, what I am saying may not be as useful for almost everyone else.
I must say i enjoy your videos, my EDC Swiss Army Knife is the Victorinox Midnite Minichamp, i need the 2 screwdrivers and scissors and flashlight, and ofcourse an emergency pen.
I have the Midnight Manager on my key ring, which is the same as the Signature light, but with an additional bottle opener/philips screw driver. My other EDC is the Climber. It has got all essential tools, and with three layers it's slim enough to be carried in my pocket.
Thanks a lot for you feedback!
Almost same here - Manager. I am really happy with the Phillips screwdriver. But the blade size is probably too small to be useful; even for cutting apples for children. I wish there was an 84mm Manager.
I agree… love my evo 17 and cadet… but the midnight manager is a highly useful little mega wonder… I made sure to get the word out to Santa. 😄
Greetings from South Texas. I have used a Spartan, Swiss Champ Plus. Yet for traveling, I carry a Small Tinker paired with a small flashlight. Around the home, I use a Tinker. Furthermore, especially for yard work, I use a Walker. It is a small, light, but great knife for the detail work I do. Rich Blessings
The Champ for outdoor activities and the Minichamp as EDC. I can't imagine my life without SAKs. Love your videos, many useful tricks and tips and your knowledge it's incredible! The SAK King!
Thank you so much for your great feedback!
I use a Gerber DIME. IT fits top my clock Pocket.
Thanks for your tip!
Victorinox Spartan for two years. Many uses: screwdrivers, big/little blade, bottle opener, pin, tweezers. It is always at hand at home, on the street and in the office
. Its compact size makes it easy to carry
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Thanks a lot for your interesting feedback Greetings from Switzerland
I have always carried leathermans and have had great success with them.
However, I very much enjoy these videos and the happiness you have Felix!
I have looked at different models of SAK's and I think I need to really study the product line to get the right one because there is so many choices! Thanks again Felix, to you your family and your video crew.
I carry a Leatherman wave and didn't notice how heavy it was un till I started carrying a Climber Lite
My EDC is Midnight Manager. I have everything in it that I need for my everyday use. Only 2 things I miss in it are tweezers & a pin.
My edc is sentinel one hand: )
My EDC is the “Huntsman”. I use the large screwdriver at work when resetting our barcode scanners, the large blade for paring fruit or cutting a sandwich in half during lunch. The can opener for popping off casebacks on watches. The saw blade while gardening or when I’m out hunting/camping. The scissors for trimming my nails or minor pruning on some of my garden plants. The toothpick I use all the time. The Huntsman is a very useful tool to carry
I carry an old Victorinox Automobile model which was secondhand when I was given it in the 1970's. It's a bit beaten up now but I'm very attached to it. Scissors and the screwdrivers are the most common tools used. There is no model in the current catalogue that could replace it. I made a leather pouch for it from a Seydel harmonica pouch to keep it from wearing out my pocket. An old and valued friend.
Super nice story! Thanks a lot..
Huntsman since about 1975 in my bag. Plus a banchmade contego with a clip in my pocket. Classic on my key ring. Gave both of my kids huntsmans and benchmade crooked river knives. My son carries his huntsman and my daughter carries her benchmade and a very small buck knife. All excellent and very useful for so many daily things. Great vids. I've learned a lot. Thank you!
I either carry a Swiss Champ in the two pocket survival pouch, or the green Swiss Soldatsmesser (one hand opening). I’m a science teacher and the number of times I need a screwdriver or blade around the lab is astonishing.
Thanks a lot for your interesting feedback Greetings from Switzerland
Felix Immler greetings from lower down the Rheintal :)
Hello Heisenberg.
Mini Champ on keys, Farmer x in my pocket, s557 or Handyman + or Ranger+ or Cybertool L on multiclip , Spirit at work and rangerwood in the woods.... and so many more ! This week I try to edc my new evogrip s557 staying loyal !
Thanks a lot for your interesting comment!
I carry a Black Spartan. I love having the cork screw for undoing difficult knots and as the keeper of the small screwdriver. I also feel a strange satisfaction doing scissor chores with a blade.
Hi Zapnes, I carry a blue Spartan. I like its simplicity and thin profile in my Pocket. Plus it has the normal sized blades for a whole range of uses. If the knife blades are sharp you dont need scissors at all. So I like your choice.
Hello Felix, I’ve been watching your channel for a while now and just as I started watching this one and I was just wondering which country you live in and straight away you tell us where you live, I’m in Sydney Australia.
It’s hard to find the perfect Swiss Army knife in any category but what you have shown us is fairly close for the every day carry though I think I would go for the Explorer because it has a magnifying glass but I must admit that the flashlight would be very handy.
I think there must be about three main categories, one for work, one for outdoors and today’s topic, the every day carry.
Victorinox has pretty well covered all categories though I think there is room for another concept for trades people. When I worked as an industrial electrician in a very large factory I had to attend breakdowns over a large area and had to travel light, even though I had an electric vehicle it couldn’t go everywhere with me. For my type of work some of the the hand tools that I needed were dedicated pliers for twisting wires together as well as dedicated long nose pliers and I needed quality insulated screw drivers even if it were just one handle with interchangeable insulated screwdriver shafts and I also needed dedicated wire strippers for small cables but a Victorinox knife would be ok for larger cables and extension cord type cables.
The thing that Victorinox could make to compliment a tool box would be a folding knife without pliers, screw drivers or can openers and have things like a file, metal saw, wood/plastic saw, magnifying glass, scissors, rule, a 1/4” ratcheting socket driver at one end and maybe even a flat thread restoring tool could be developed. This would be an efficient space saving way to have a multi tool with tools that are not compromised. Maybe you could tell them for me.
Nice one Felix, I can relate to all that you said. I swap my EDC about. I usually carry the farmer as I live near the woods and l like whittling, a mini Swiss champ for all the tools, the tweezers, toothpick and pen get the most use after the blade. At the moment a Swiss champ, just cause I like it and I always have a small torch in my pocket.
Wouldn't the Midnite Manager be a better option then? You have the same set of tools but additionally a small magnetic Philips screwdriver for toy screws.
This is for sure a good option!
@@FelixImmlergotta be quick, though, from what I heard the Manager is among the discontinued models.
My absolute favourite is the Explorer. Since I wear glasses and sometimes forget them the magnifying glass is excellent to have. Scissors, toothpick and the two blades are also frequently used. When in the forest I always carry my farmer.
Wowww, the farmer is a good choice in the forest!
Hi Fellix. As you asked I would like to answer your question. My EDC knife is the Victorinox minichamp. It has so many tools and I can carry it on my keys. Greetings from Greece 😊
At home my EDC knife is my trusty Minichamp or lately aquired 84mm Recruit when larger blade is needed. Outside/ work EDC is Ranger combined with one of my Enduras or Delicas.
Super choice!
Watched an episode of TA outdoors, and saw that you sent two books on crafting with a Swiss Army knife and heard your letter. That was a nice thing to do Felix, your an inspiration, many other people in the world could take a lesson from you and do nice things for each other.
Thank you so much for your feedback dear Glen!
Your welcome my friend, if the world had more people like you, I’m sure it would be a much better place. 👍
At home or in town, a Compact. In the woods, either a Huntsman or Farmer X. There is *always* a Rambler on my keyring.
Hello Tom. Thanks a lot for your feedback!
Hi Felix. You're the best! My EDC is a Pioneer X with a suspension clip to make it more comfortable in my pocket. For a light, I use a tiny rechargeable LED flashlight with my keys. I used the small SAKs for a long time and even wore one out so that the spring was worn enough to break. Those are great knives. I wanted a bigger blade and scissors. The Pioneer X is perfect. Without the suspension clip the Pioneer X is too heavy and uncomfortable with some of my trousers. Keep up the good work. Your videos are excellent and you represent a superb company.
The Evolution Grip 18 always ends up in my pocket. With a suspension clip it's perfect for pocket carry. My Pioneer X has less tools for about the same weight and my CyberTool L is a bit too much for pocket carry.
Thank you so much for your feedback!
hello, Felix my EDC is a Pioneer Alox which I was gifted with a Victorinox officers quartz watch. You are doing a great presentation and I like straightforward comments in clear words.
Based on watching the Felix's bushcraft videos, I'd say the SAK Huntsman is the way to go.
Either the Huntsman or Fieldmaster is the way to go. They are exactly the same except the Fieldmaster has the Phillips screwdriver on it. For me, it was kind of a toss up as both the screwdriver and corkscrew has their uses. At that point, it all comes down to personal preference.
The cadet. I used to carry the super tinker for years. As I got older I now carry a main fixed blade on the belt and the cadet in the pocket. I also carry a bag full of tools basically everywhere I go. I’d have to say the cadet comes in handy more than any other Swiss army I’ve had. Super thin and light. I also carry a dedicated flashlight.
I carry Spartan for 7 years and it never let me down :) i don't need scissors (mostly anything can be cut with a blade) and i'm a big fan of the small blade (for fixing mistakes on the paper).
But since your channel evoked a love to carving in me, I want to have SwissChamp for hikes and carving :-)
Greetings from Czech republic!
Spartan brother!
The knife I carry every day in a belt pouch is the Swiss Tool Spirit. In my pocket I carry a modified Rambler that I added a pen to it. Attached to that is a RovyVon Aurora flashlight.
I prefer the Midnite Manager over the Signature Lite... that magnetized Phillips head is the best tool to disassemble laptops and open battery compartments. Also the bottle opener comes in handy when it's beer o'clock (or for any other bottles with a bottle cap)
Super feedback! Thanks a lot!
I EDC multiple knives which I rotate regularly. At least 2 or 3 or 4 different size traditional folders like Case, GEC, Victorinox, Rough Ryder, Boker, Otter Messer, to name a few. At least 1 Tactical medium or large like Cold Steel, Spyderco, CRKT, Bechmade, etc. so I’ve been known to carry up to 7 knives on me to cover any task. But the one knife that is always on me at all times no matter what else I carry is my trusty Victorinox Rambler. I love the little bugger. I went to a Miami Heat game and I had one on my keychain and it got “confiscated” at the arena entrance, as soon as I turned around I ordered me a replacement from Amazon. That much I love it.
"Confiscated" right into a security guard's pocket. Its a tool not a weapon(although in the right hands) thats multi-purpose. A-holes.
The Mini Champ lives in my pocket every day. I have many models of Victorinox knives for various needs... but the Mini Champ has lived in my pocket for 30 years. The scales are showing their age, the metal outlined logo fell off and was lost more than 10 years ago... but, this little knife serves me well, and I just tied up a brand new lanyard for it.
Wowwww, Thanks a lot for your interesting feedback Greetings from Switzerland
I absolutely love this video and cannot agree more!! I work from home, with a wife, young kids and cats. My needs are very similar but my EDC@home is a trinity of smalls:
- A classic sd (I was this ->||
I also use the huntsman for my every day phone holder weather I'm in the car or at work or outdoors it holds my phone for watching movies perfect 👌 😁
Woow, what a super idea!
What a refreshing video. I'm so glad you are not another "tacti-cool" presenter. Just a guy working to enjoy his life and family. Bravo! My edc is a crkt Crossbones.
Another great video Felix! This is an excellent suggestion. I love my Huntsman & use it often. I did add some mods that you suggested. The pin in the corkscrew hole is very useful for poking & prying small crevices as well as popping the occasional blister. I also added 2 rare earth magnets that fit between the saw & scissors. Excellent to turn the pin into a compass needle. Mostly to add to a screw driver to hold small screws. Put it on the end of the saw to lift the lid on my stainless steel cooking pot. Another useful add is a needle with about 2’ of dental floss. Great for emergency repairs. This fits nicely below the wood saw. I have also added a couple pieces waxed jute to the corkscrew for an excellent fire starter & lubricant. Lastly I made a lanyard with about 4’ of paracord. Always nice to have extra cordage. I use it often to bundle wood then use the parcel hook for a handle. Just a few of your tips that I have used while venturing in the outdoors. There are still many more to try. Thank you so much for your inspiration!
I carry the Alox Cadet every day (except when I overlooked it and it was in my pocket when I was washing and drying my clothes). It is so small and light that it was easy to overlook. The can opener works good as a crosspoint (+) screwdriver. The bottle opener works good as a common (-) screwdriver that can easily reach 3/4 inch deep into a 5/16 diameter hole to tighten/loosen screws. I use the file and small knife blade every single day for the past 2 years.
If I have other tasks around the house, the Ranger Grip 71, 79, or Boatsman can usually get the job done.
Thanks for the video. You are a true artist at what you do.
For weekdays, normally: Cybertool L + Alpineer Grip (right now I test the Swiza SH03 TR-TT instead of the Alpineer). For weekend: Ranger 91mm 😉
I'd like one of those Cybertool L's! I do have a Ranger and it's one of the best models for sure. Densely packed with tools, including I think all the best ones.
Ranger all the way!!
I own several SAKs. Started carrying one 40 years ago and I've got one in my pocket every day. I alternate between the Fieldmaster and the Rambler, depending on what I'm doing each day. I keep the Fieldmaster on a short lanyard clipped to my belt loop. That way it can stay in my pocket without weighing it down.
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I love one that isn't available anymore: the Explorer Plus. The ideal situation would be one in which the user can order the exact tools needed on their Swiss knife.
Yes, i 100% agree!
some key organizers company have slowly intergrate tool to their key organizer and sell the tool seperately, still waiting the day when we can custom right on SAK website, but I think it gonna be cost twice as much as a regular SAK
My edc knife is the manager lite, wich is attatched to my car key fob. It has the light, pen, all the classic tools plus the magnitized mini screwdriver and bottle opener.
I complement it with the camper because the pin 📌 ,woodsaw and bigger tools are handy on very rare occasions.
I'm happy with my Spartan EDC since 2010.
Makes sense to me. The best EDC is what works for your environment. When the environment changes, the EDC choice changes. I carry a MiniChamp all the time, plus either an Explorer at home (handy for quick things, but I'm in a house full of tools so don't need a lot in my pocket) or a SwissChamp when I'm out or working in the yard and need to be more self-sufficient.
Thank you for the videos, Felix. Always informative and entertaining!
Well, my EDC knife is Turist (a little smaller version of the Spartan) it has exactly same tools but it's so light and small I have to check my pocket for some time becouse I can't feel it inside. For me it's perfect to carry everyday to school.
Hello Felix! My EDC knife for five years is the Rambler on my key chain. One of the best features of this knife is the fact that the blade opens away from the ring. Greetings from Venezuela!
That is a good point. I had the Rambler on my keys for years and I appreciated that the blade opens away from the ring. I've upgraded to the Manager for the pen, and that also has the blade opening that way.
my edc knive is a cybertool cause i often have to fix my grandmothers
radio, toaster etc.
Hi. The first EDC-Victorinox knife, that is ALWAYS in my pocket is the absolutely ingenious 91 mm Compact. It is small, lightweight and has
Blade, can/bottle opener/screw driver tool, scissors, nail file, corkscrew, a needle, the small corkscrew screwdriver, the multipurpose hook, toothpick, tweezer and a pen. For me, the compact ist the most useful tool in such a compact(!) bundle. The second one is the 58mm Midnite Manager on my keyring. Pen, light, scissors, blade, philips screwdriver/bottle opener tool, nail file screwdriver tool. Simply perfect and also very helpful. In the pocket of my work pants the climber, perfectly equipped for a lot of little works p.e. on the electric system of motorbikes. Best regards. Rainer
my favorite is the minichamp,
Good choice!
I carry a pioneer and classic, both at work and at home. The pioneer gives me a food prep blade, awl for cutting opening packages, and a bottle opener/scraper/prying tool. The classic has the scissors, nail file/cleaner, and tooth pick covered. I keep a Swisschamp in my bag, which has everything else that I need.
Wow, Felix. Did not expect it to be that one.
I really expected a Cadet, or a Tinker... Maybe a Compact.
But your reasons make a lot of sense!
i thought compact too!
For me, it's the Huntsman. I have been carrying one since 2003. I normally have it within reach, except if I am in a no-knives-allowed area like airports. If you ask me, it has enough features without being too bulky. I don't leave the house without it.
Fieldmaster is my favorite. Hiker a close 2nd.
Thanks for your comment!
The Spartan in my pocket since 4 years and an old model "Handyman" which I carried for 15 years is always in my bag.
Don't step on a lego. It's worse than a gunshot.
Barbie high heels are the equivalent of caltrops.
Oh Yes You absolutely right 😉
Don't kneel on one by mistake!
My cousin told me that the pain of natural child birth pales into insignificance, when compared to stepping on a Lego brick in bare feet at two in the morning!!😂
Jack's. Old-fashioned metal jacks.
I have a Fieldmaster as my EDC in my back pocket, retired my former back pocket EDC, a Camper, into a side pocket on my "possibles bag" which goes into my truck whenever I go into the mountains (Virginia/West Virginia) or in whichever vehicle I use in winter weather, an Alox Pioneer in my range bag, and a Rambler on my keychain -- once used extensively in IT troubleshooting situations.
My oldest granddaughter just got her first SAK and now has a link to your channel. Your channel is very enjoyable.
Thanks a lot for your interesting feedback and thanks for your compliment! Greetings from Switzerland
Your amazing gift;)
Hey Julius. Thanks a lot for visiting my channel. Don't forget to send me your adress on whatsapp! 😀
Would love for you two to do a survival challenge with a Swiss Army Knife each :)
@@charliewj4887 Good idea!
@@FelixImmler thanks. I’m sure it would be very entertaining for me and the rest of the viewers
@@charliewj4887 That would be awesome
I carry a classic SD ALWAYS. It is in the coin compartment of my (already small) fjällräven kanken mini purse. So much tools, in such a small space. It is - in my opinion - the best EDC knife ever.
I'm with you 100%, but I carry the CyberTool Lite, which I totally thought you were going to reveal--lol.
Hello Jay. Thanks a lot for your comment!
Yes! I bought a Rambler without even looking at it to replace the SAK that airport security took away from me (SAK # 186 that I have donated to airport security) because I forgot it was on my keys. But I always buy another one as soon as I get where I am going, and never cared which model- the first SAK I see in the $25 range will do. So I ended up with a Rambler without even realizing it, and it has become my favorite little SAK ever! The tiny little phillips screwdriver is AMAZING. It fits everything!
My edc always includes one of my own knives, of course, but rest assured that there is always a SAK on my keys, next to a mini flashlight. In my pocket is always a larger knife (a slipjoint i made) and my Streamlight Microstream.
My EDC is a mini champ 😃✌🏻
Good Choice!
I carry a SAK work champ and I carry a schrade multitool with the full sized shears, pliers, and one hand opening blade. The schrade helped so much last weekend when I was cutting cables for my brother's trailer and opening clam packages and bending and cutting cotter pins. The shears help a lot with cutting hay bail strings and the SAK is wonderful for whittling while I'm out and about in the pasture. Still having to get the hang of sharpening blades, but I'm sure with practice I'll pick it up in no time
I feel naked without a 'Swiss' knife in my pocket. I have a Huntsman in my sacrificial home trousers. My EDC for carrying around is ... a Signature (attached to my house key)
Thanks a lot for your interesting feedback. I wear the same knifes!
Very nice testimony about your life Mr. Immler!
I really like what you do. And you do it with fun and passion, all with a very beautiful disciple.
Thank you very much for your sharing.
Très beau témoignage sur votre vie monsieur Immler!
J'aime énormément ce que vous faites. Et vous le faite avec amusement et passionnément, le tout avec une très belle disciple.
Merci beaucoup pour vos partages.
Actually I use the Victorinox Climber at my edc
Thanks a lot for your comment!
Felix Immler by the way. Yesterday i receipt my new one. It’s a Huntsman Plus. Uhuuu !!!
My go to EDC is a 20 plus years old, 3 layer Yeoman with yellow + scales that I got off of eBay from Ukraine (I’m in Aust). I used to carry the 4 layer Explorer but rarely used the little knife and can opener so the Yeoman combo tool and big blade solved a thickness issue. As my eyesight continues to degrade I use the magnifying glass frequently along with the Phillips driver and it has been years since I cut my nails with anything other than Victorinox scissors!
Thank you very much for your interesting comment!