I am literally looking up this video in 2021 because I want to know how to properly clean the Swiss Army Knife I got as a birthday surprise from my father in 1998.
Well done friend..! You've got a beautifully clean knife! I'm about to service mine that my grandfather bought me in the 70's as a little boy. I appreciate the inspiration - best to you!
You should avoid using WD40 on your SAK ! it's more a penetrating oil to unjam rusty metal parts than a true lubricating oil. Also over the time it becomes dry and leaves some gummy and sticky residues that will jam again your tool. To finish, it smells ugly and it's everything but healthy if you want to make food preparation with your knife. Some ideas of good food grade oils : Victorinox (but it cost a fortune!), Balistol, or Mineral oil.
I've never had a problem using it but I will bear this in mind thank you. When people ask where to get correct oil from I redirect them to the appropriate websites.
Thanks for the demo.I did not remove the handles on my black champ and I ruined them from using gas to clean .I ordered replacements.It was contaminated to where I could not open anything. I have restored and old friend.
Sorry it's taken me so long to reply.thank you for taking the time to watch my video. I have added a link in description for the recommended oil all you need to do is click the link. hopefully this helps.
Hi Edward Glad you liked the video. I've not had a problem with my magnifying glass getting oil, I would advise not using too much oil it only takes a little on the joints Thanks for watching
Darwin De Wilde be careful the blowdrier doesn't warp the scales. If you have a keyring, you can securely tie it to a cord, and spin it around a bit. The centrifugal force gets most of the water out of it. Works for me!
I agree OR just buy the actual recommended 'Victorinox Multi Tool Oil' for pocket knives? It has been specially formulated to lubricate SAK's and protect them from corrosion. The lube is odourless and does not stain your clothes. you don't need very much (literally a couple of 'drops') and it's safe for cutting/eating food.
I know im just a couple of years late but hopefully someone can still answer me: what kind of oil are you using? Would vegetable oil work, or maybe wd40, or do you use something special?
I use the actual recommended 'Victorinox Multi Tool Oil' for pocket knives? It has been specially formulated to lubricate SAK's and protect them from corrosion. The lube is odourless and does not stain your clothes. you don't need very much (literally a couple of 'drops') and it's safe for cutting/eating food. Average cost is about £6.00 for a small bottle (just checked, it's 14g - but as mentioned you only need a 'drop' to go a long way...). I was also told that Singer 'sewing machine oil' works well, but haven't tried it. (Again I just Googled it and you get a much bigger looking bottle - 125ml - for £3.00 / £4.00 only).
@@Thirsty_Fox I might have used it to cut bread in a camping situation once or twice, but other than that mine's not really for food prep. Thank you for the advice though!
I have no idea what’s wrong with my Swiss Army knife. I cleaned it in soapy water and even oiled the hinges and still, I cannot open some of them. What should I try?
Oh nice i just got that the knipe was feel not smooth to open some oil and dust was inside, hope fulle the hunter type was also find as has been almost 30 years ago, so today I will make all two knive clean, oh three as the small must doing sama
Hi it's recommended you use Victorinox 4.3301 Multi Tool Oil, White, 5 ml Pop 4.3301 into Google and it will show you lots of places you can purchase it
@@r.p5380 Hopefully you'll do a little bit of research before replying to a 2 year old comment on something you obviously have no clue on. here you go. th-cam.com/video/h9v3ulDdBkI/w-d-xo.html
Hi Timmy I haven't removed oil before. Your have to do a little research, I've had a look and what I've found is water mixed with dish soap should works but better hot water because this disperses the oil use a sponge. I'm not certain this will work.
Hi The model name is not usually on the knife but on the box it comes in. You can often tell the model by looking at it's general layout and the tools it has.
There are websites for Vic and Wenger for retired and still produced SAKs that can help you identify the model. I recently had this issue with a Wenger that had Backpacker etched on the blade but as it turns out it's actually a Traveler model not a Backpacker.
great tips! i soak it or any other multitool or folding knife in WD40, in a little plastic bag, at home, keep it several hours then bring it at work. there i have access to compressed air, on a 15mm hose and on a 3mm nozzle. sometimes i use bike chain lube(oil). bit the method showned here is great too if one dont have access to a compressor.
Hi Paul I used WD40 because I had it to hand. If you want to use the recommended oil you can find this on Google type this number 4.3301 and you find it with no problem Thank you
You should avoid using WD40 on your SAK ! it's more a penetrating oil to unjam rusty metal parts than a lubricating oil. Also over the time it becomes dry and leaves some gummy and sticky residues that will jam again your tool. To finish, it's it smells ugly and it's everything but healthy if you want to make food preparation with your knife. Some ideas of good food grade oils : Victorinox (but it cost a fortune!), Balistol, or Mineral oil.
I use WD40 because that was what I had to hand if anyone asks I will redirect them to the site to use the correct recommended oil that is food safe!! This is the link www.victorinox.com/uk/en/Products/Swiss-Army-Knives/Accessories/Multi-Tool-Oil/p/4.3302?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI7vilyr7S4AIVip3tCh3eIA-WEAQYASABEgKR8PD_BwE
Sorry it's taken me so long to reply. Thank you for taking the time to watch my video. I have added a link in description for the recommended oil all you need to do is click the link. hopefully this helps.
Hi tekrionix I used WD-40 I do not intend to use this knife for food. The recommended oil can be purchased from victorinox, I have updated the page with the link to victorinox Thanks for watching
Hi Raul villegas, I'm not sure but if you did use it, I don't think it would be food safe. I have added a link to victorinox showing you the correct oil to use. It's not to expensive.
Hi I'm not sure if it's all stainless steel I'm following victorinox instructions Just so you know type this code 4.3301 into Google and it will redirect you to victorinox site this is the recommended oil Thank you
If you want to leave a comment at least learn the facts before doing so. Please follow the link below to victorinox. This has a pdf file showing you how to clean your knife. Many thanks Dice imageengine.victorinox.com/medias/?context=bWFzdGVyfHNlcnZpY2V8MjkyMDQwfGFwcGxpY2F0aW9uL3BkZnxoNDYvaGM1Lzg5ODE3MDQ2Mzg0OTQucGRmfDE4MjEyNzliZGRkMmNlYTI3MGZkYjI1MmFmZWJmMjAwYWNkMzBjMjUyMDgzNTgyZDg1ZGE4ZDk4ZDRiM2E1NjY
I forget to take mine out of my pocket and it goes through the clothes washer a few times a year! Lolol works perfectly!!!
Hahaha!
Scales can get all bent in washing machine due to temperature.
Was about to type the same thing
Oh... Lucky it din go down the drain.....
Great video. Am going to try this on my swiss that my father got me 21 years ago!
Thank you. Sounds good glad you found this useful :-)
Matt Morris my dad just got me one today!
I am literally looking up this video in 2021 because I want to know how to properly clean the Swiss Army Knife I got as a birthday surprise from my father in 1998.
it was hardly dirty in the first place... You should see mine!
Dawn or other dish soap will help float out lint and old oil and debris. Sometimes I use the sudsy ammonia also.
Well done friend..! You've got a beautifully clean knife!
I'm about to service mine that my grandfather bought me in the 70's as a little boy.
I appreciate the inspiration - best to you!
Nice
My dad just bought a sand sort camo swiss kinfe and i love it!
@@Rainbing fantastic…
It’s amazing how many years they can go before needing any kind of service.
Have fun with it!
Thanks for sharing. Really help me maintain my 28 years old swiss army knife
Don’t forget to clean the tooth pick and tweezers.
I cant clean the tweezers because I have lost it 😭
@@charliemackenzie3696 you can buy replacements on Amazon. same for scales if you want to jazz it up a bit more
This is a reminder to keep the band aids at the ready.
How do you open the hook so easily even in water. I struggle to open it even using toothpick.
You should avoid using WD40 on your SAK !
it's more a penetrating oil to unjam rusty metal parts than a true lubricating oil.
Also over the time it becomes dry and leaves some gummy and sticky residues that will jam again your tool. To finish, it smells ugly and it's everything but healthy if you want to make food preparation with your knife. Some ideas of good food grade oils : Victorinox (but it cost a fortune!), Balistol, or Mineral oil.
I've never had a problem using it but I will bear this in mind thank you. When people ask where to get correct oil from I redirect them to the appropriate websites.
Ok what about vinegar? Would that ruin the knife in anyway?
Wd40 is water displacement formula 40. Not oil, not a lubricant.
@@foureyedape3561 4 years late, but vinegar is an acid and can discolor your tools and cause the plastic to bleed whatever color it is.
Thanks for showing us, I dropped mine at the beach so it’s full of sand!!🙄😂
I lost mine somewhere near the fireplace and found it today.
Yikes
Same
I have the same problem.
Thanks for the demo.I did not remove the handles on my black champ and I ruined them from using gas to clean .I ordered replacements.It was contaminated to where I could not open anything. I have restored and old friend.
Oops nearly forgot to say that this is a great 👍 video but i am not sure what oil to use ??
Sorry it's taken me so long to reply.thank you for taking the time to watch my video. I have added a link in description for the recommended oil all you need to do is click the link. hopefully this helps.
@@dicegrabber3131 thankyou 😀
hi,
how often do you clean your Swiss knife?
What about the magnifying glass, doesn't it get oily and need to be clean more often? Thanks for great video.
Hi Edward
Glad you liked the video.
I've not had a problem with my magnifying glass getting oil, I would advise not using too much oil it only takes a little on the joints
Thanks for watching
Kaboom. Great hint. Thanks mate.
Very nice! Greatings from Switzerland 😉
This guy knows his stuff. Blimy!
How and how long did you dry it? I want to use a blow dryer on lower heat, but do i need to let it sit and dry after or just oil right away?
Hi
I let mine air dry, I would always wait until it is completely dry before applying oil
Thanks! I will blow it out with the blow dryer and some canned air and then wait a little before oiling.
Darwin De Wilde be careful the blowdrier doesn't warp the scales. If you have a keyring, you can securely tie it to a cord, and spin it around a bit. The centrifugal force gets most of the water out of it. Works for me!
You should use KPL. Knife Pivot Lube. It’s amazing. Cleans and protects like no other.
I agree OR just buy the actual recommended 'Victorinox Multi Tool Oil' for pocket knives? It has been specially formulated to lubricate SAK's and protect them from corrosion. The lube is odourless and does not stain your clothes. you don't need very much (literally a couple of 'drops') and it's safe for cutting/eating food.
I use an ultrasonic cleaner or this method, depends on my mood but similar results. thx for sharing
I expect you get a getter result using ultrasonic cleaner sounds like a better method than recommended thanks for commenting
@@dicegrabber3131 How can I fix my ultrasonic cleaner? lol
I know im just a couple of years late but hopefully someone can still answer me: what kind of oil are you using? Would vegetable oil work, or maybe wd40, or do you use something special?
I use the actual recommended 'Victorinox Multi Tool Oil' for pocket knives? It has been specially formulated to lubricate SAK's and protect them from corrosion. The lube is odourless and does not stain your clothes. you don't need very much (literally a couple of 'drops') and it's safe for cutting/eating food. Average cost is about £6.00 for a small bottle (just checked, it's 14g - but as mentioned you only need a 'drop' to go a long way...). I was also told that Singer 'sewing machine oil' works well, but haven't tried it. (Again I just Googled it and you get a much bigger looking bottle - 125ml - for £3.00 / £4.00 only).
Great video. What kind of oil do you use? Here in Spain we only have olive oil and sunflower oil for cooking. Would any of those do? Cheers
I would recommend getting either camellia oil online or finding avocado oil. Both of the oils you mentioned will go rancid, unfortunately. Cheers.
Mineral oil also works great, you can find that at most pharmacies.
@@guacamole2993 Thanks!
If you do food prep with your tool, I recommend getting the Victorinox brand of oil as theirs is food-safe.
@@Thirsty_Fox I might have used it to cut bread in a camping situation once or twice, but other than that mine's not really for food prep. Thank you for the advice though!
Mine had dirt in the inside parts so I took a water flosser and normal flosser and tried to get all the grime out now I’m letting it dry In a cloth
Hey bro, what did you use to oil your knife?
oil.
@@chunkymilk mate it's been a year🤣
I have no idea what’s wrong with my Swiss Army knife. I cleaned it in soapy water and even oiled the hinges and still, I cannot open some of them. What should I try?
I found sewing machine oil was fine enough for this job.👍
can i use kitchen vegetable oil?
Thank you for showing us.
You didn't even remove the toothpick and the tweezers while in the water, and you had them dry inside their slots
Great video 👍
Do you have to oil it?
Oh nice i just got that the knipe was feel not smooth to open some oil and dust was inside, hope fulle the hunter type was also find as has been almost 30 years ago, so today I will make all two knive clean, oh three as the small must doing sama
Issit necessary to oil it..???
What kind of oil?
Hi it's recommended you use Victorinox 4.3301 Multi Tool Oil, White, 5 ml
Pop 4.3301 into Google and it will show you lots of places you can purchase it
What about the water that gets under the scales and through the toothpick and tweezers.? Won’t that rust afterwards over time?
Stainless Steel cannot rust
Yes it does
@@r.p5380 Hopefully you'll do a little bit of research before replying to a 2 year old comment on something you obviously have no clue on. here you go.
th-cam.com/video/h9v3ulDdBkI/w-d-xo.html
I’m just looking to get the oil of the tooth pick and twesers or however it’s spelled
Hi Timmy
I haven't removed oil before. Your have to do a little research, I've had a look and what I've found is water mixed with dish soap should works but better hot water because this disperses the oil use a sponge.
I'm not certain this will work.
Puedo usar wd40,?
How did you dry it out?
Hi Michael. I dried it as much as I could and then let it air dry
I have a rusty swiss army knife it looks like yours when it had the plastic handle on it I took it off cuz the rust was under the plastic
Hi I have Swiss Army knife how to know the model of my knife without packaging ?!!
Hi
The model name is not usually on the knife but on the box it comes in. You can often tell the model by looking at it's general layout and the tools it has.
outdoorsy101 OK thank you my friend
There are websites for Vic and Wenger for retired and still produced SAKs that can help you identify the model. I recently had this issue with a Wenger that had Backpacker etched on the blade but as it turns out it's actually a Traveler model not a Backpacker.
I tried this and cut myself waaay to many times 🤦♀️ also it still looks a bit dirty, it’s so hard to reach to all the joints, any advice?
I've been told a toothbrush works well maybe you could give that ago
Would using a toothbrush scratch the steel?
No it needs to be a ruffed material
thank you so much, it works!
Thank you for watching, glad you found the video useful :-)
Could i use the oil that I use for my trumpet in this swiss armt knife?
I'm not sure but the recommended oil isn't that expensive, you can follow the link on my page to Victorinox to purchase the recommended oil thanks
I wouldn’t recommend it, valve oil contains things specifically for an instrument and might damage the metal since it is designed for brass
How do you dry it?
I let it air dry
great tips!
i soak it or any other multitool or folding knife in WD40, in a little plastic bag, at home, keep it several hours then bring it at work. there i have access to compressed air, on a 15mm hose and on a 3mm nozzle. sometimes i use bike chain lube(oil).
bit the method showned here is great too if one dont have access to a compressor.
Great video! Thanks you sir!
what kind of oil did you use?
Hi Paul
I used WD40 because I had it to hand.
If you want to use the recommended oil you can find this on Google type this number 4.3301 and you find it with no problem
Thank you
You should avoid using WD40 on your SAK !
it's more a penetrating oil to unjam rusty metal parts than a lubricating oil. Also over the time it becomes dry and leaves some gummy and sticky residues that will jam again your tool. To finish, it's it smells ugly and it's everything but healthy if you want to make food preparation with your knife. Some ideas of good food grade oils : Victorinox (but it cost a fortune!), Balistol, or Mineral oil.
WD40... Omg, what an idiot.
I use WD40 because that was what I had to hand if anyone asks I will redirect them to the site to use the correct recommended oil that is food safe!! This is the link www.victorinox.com/uk/en/Products/Swiss-Army-Knives/Accessories/Multi-Tool-Oil/p/4.3302?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI7vilyr7S4AIVip3tCh3eIA-WEAQYASABEgKR8PD_BwE
I have one over 50 years old. Badly needs a clean.
What kind of oil do you use for this
Sorry it's taken me so long to reply. Thank you for taking the time to watch my video. I have added a link in description for the recommended oil all you need to do is click the link. hopefully this helps.
what oil did u use? like kitchen oil?
Hi tekrionix
I used WD-40 I do not intend to use this knife for food. The recommended oil can be purchased from victorinox, I have updated the page with the link to victorinox
Thanks for watching
@@dicegrabber3131 THX
I wonder if it will work with sewing machine oil
@@jschawan some people have recommended sewing machine oil actually. Ive used hair clipper oil and also 3 in 1, both worked perfectly.
What model of knife is this? I have the same one but don't know what model I have.
Hi when I brought this knife all I had on the packaging was swiss army knife original 16 function
That’s the Explorer!
Will gun oil work?
Hi Raul villegas, I'm not sure but if you did use it, I don't think it would be food safe. I have added a link to victorinox showing you the correct oil to use. It's not to expensive.
What oil is best?
Hi Paul, there is a link in description. This is the recommended oil that is food safe 🙂
Holy shit it actually works👌🏻
Won't it rust or is it all stainless steal.
Hi
I'm not sure if it's all stainless steel
I'm following victorinox instructions
Just so you know type this code 4.3301 into Google and it will redirect you to victorinox site this is the recommended oil
Thank you
Hey thank you this was a very helpful video for me
It's *engraved* in every main blade.
Will this damage my wood knife
No, warm water does not damage wood...
Avoid soaking it for long, and also avoid hot water. I think it's glued on.
Thanks.
Thanks for that.
Can never understand why they made the magnifying glass housing plastic, on the old wenger it’s metal
Because it's cheap, shock resistant, do not rust and lasts forever.
It also reduces the overall knife 'weight'...
good job cleaning clean knife lol
Just use water pressure.
So you can use olive oil on your knife?
I personally wouldn't..
If I was going to use my knife to cut food I would buy by the recommended oil
yeah this aint gonna work for on my victorinox is a flash light
Guus Olde Scholtenhuis uhh then use a cotton swab with rubbing alcohol and oil it up
Who ever dislikes this video is very silly 😠
This video is no good for the midnite minichamp, which has a battery and circuitry in it.
Can i use a baby oil to clean my swiss army knife ?
Yes and Vaseline works as well as does Silicone Spray.
@@ich8159 cool thank you
Nah your earphone doesn't broken..
Naaa I want a way to just let it sit in something for a bit.
Dew have any tatoooos Brad?
Great Video! BUT pLEASE dON'T COUGH into the MIC, umm...ok?
Yeah right. How about just soak in Soda Crystals for a couple of hours. Then brush off with a Toothbrush. A quick oil and that's it.
This guy has a lot of birth marks on his hands.
Wow!
You cant wash them with water! That put a Special oil on the inside Of The blades and when They Get water on them They Get all squeaky and Rusty
If you want to leave a comment at least learn the facts before doing so. Please follow the link below to victorinox. This has a pdf file showing you how to clean your knife. Many thanks Dice imageengine.victorinox.com/medias/?context=bWFzdGVyfHNlcnZpY2V8MjkyMDQwfGFwcGxpY2F0aW9uL3BkZnxoNDYvaGM1Lzg5ODE3MDQ2Mzg0OTQucGRmfDE4MjEyNzliZGRkMmNlYTI3MGZkYjI1MmFmZWJmMjAwYWNkMzBjMjUyMDgzNTgyZDg1ZGE4ZDk4ZDRiM2E1NjY
Goes to show people think any old shit is content 🤦♂️
what kind of oil do u use?
What kind of oil do you use?