🔧 The hex hole modification trick of a Victorinox RangerGrip / is this bit holder stable enough?? 🔩

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  • In this video i show you how i open the hex hole on the front handle of a Victorinox RangerGrip. After the modification i make tests with every layer who helps to support the force of the hex shank under load. With this tests i can give you a feeling how much force the improviced bit driver of the RangerGrip 79 can absorbe. At the end i show you a simple trick how you can improve the stability of this bit driver system.
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  • @mrhalfstep
    @mrhalfstep ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Felix, I did this hack to my Ranger back when you first demonstrated it. I felt like I knew what you were going to reveal as the "secret" at the end of the video, because I discovered that problem with the chamfer myself. I use auger bits and spade bits as well as all the various Torx, Allen, and screwdriver bits, and as a result, I've found that many of the bits that have the locking grove cut into their shaft don't get much support. That under-cut in the shaft will line up with one of the support layers and that layer won't grip the hex shaft and you lose strength. The best solution that I came up with was to modify a small bit holder by cutting the shaft off and leaving just enough of it to reach all the way down through to the saw spring layer. I made the end very flat as you recommended in this video and I got rid of the under-cut by cutting it off. It does require carrying one more piece of kit, but it also gives you maximum strength with any bit. BTW, have you ever used auger bits instead of the spade bits? I feel like they take less effort. Thanks for making my Friday better, once again! Ciao!

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Your comment is super interesting... thanks a lot!!

    • @outlaweduk
      @outlaweduk ปีที่แล้ว +4

      was going to mention flattening a bit holder then you only flattening one bit rather than going through a set

  • @carlosmola9388
    @carlosmola9388 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Vielen dank für deine tipp!

  • @alanbierhoff6831
    @alanbierhoff6831 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Felix, I’m running out of adjectives to describe your creativity and ingenuity 😊

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Haaa ha haaa this compliment is wonderful! 🤣🤣🤣

    • @cavemandanwilder5597
      @cavemandanwilder5597 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Time to start smooshing words together so you can make new words to describe with.

    • @QuantumPyrite_88.9
      @QuantumPyrite_88.9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Genius.

    • @aarde7036
      @aarde7036 ปีที่แล้ว

      I totally agree! Every time he amazes me and so many others, that is more than wonderful!

  • @maxlvledc
    @maxlvledc ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Another great mod! Gratz on 200k!!

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much my Friend. Watch this th-cam.com/video/VvSQt4cJ6s8/w-d-xo.html :-D

  • @Waldhandwerk
    @Waldhandwerk ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Sackmesser Scientist! Alle Achtung mein Freund! Danke wie immer für deine unerschöpfliche Kreativität! Viele Grüße Sepp

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Danke lieber Sepp! Dein Kommentar freut mich wie immer speziell! Ich wünsche Dir ein schönes Weekend!

  • @HieiKirisame
    @HieiKirisame 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    I love how in every video you explain safety issues that could occur when people try to imitate your modifications, teach how to correct them, and reveal the drawbacks of making such alterations. You really SHOULD be a spokesperson for Victorinox at this point.

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Thank you very much for this wonderful compliment!

  • @micha5645
    @micha5645 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hallo Felix, das habe ich nicht gewusst, dass das RangerGrip eine Bitaufnahme hat. Du hast die techn. Feinheiten sehr gut erklärt! LG Micha

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Danke für das Lob! LG

  • @urielalbertosanchezm
    @urielalbertosanchezm 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Thanks to you, my old damaged Victorinox is now renewed with a lot of modifications

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I am happy to hear that!

  • @jurgruedi8210
    @jurgruedi8210 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Schön, dass du auch immer an die kleinen Dinge denkst, die einen echten Mehrwert darstellen. Besten Dank!

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Danke für das schöne Lob!

  • @Chilli101
    @Chilli101 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Hi Felix, amazing and informative video as always!
    Have you thought about going through your collection of stock and modified SAKs? It might be interesting for a lot of people to see the collection you have and which ones you have modified and showcased here on TH-cam over the years.
    Best wishes and enjoy the holidays :)

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks a lot for your inspiration!!!

  • @edwardfletcher7790
    @edwardfletcher7790 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I find your explanations & solutions so incredibly satisfying 👍😆
    Thank you Felix !

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hello Edward. Thank you very much!!

  • @feralgrandad4429
    @feralgrandad4429 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    this is the model knife i treated myself to on my holiday to Geneva when i visited the flagship store there. I was already going to do this modification but the other youtube videos were not great on how to do it. Now i feel super confident to do it. Thankyou so much Felix.

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you very much!

  • @smoklares9791
    @smoklares9791 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Could you do a video on using a chisel in a victorinox. I wonder why they added it there because I don't think it's needed.

  • @Aco747lyte
    @Aco747lyte ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Dear Felix, how you inspire me to make better things! Every Friday I look forward to you, though it has to be evenings now since I was given clearance to join the helicopter emergency service, but a couple of SAKs always accompany me. You are so clever; artful, too. Thank you so much, as always, *Hugs* ~ Wendi 🌻🌻🌻

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much dear Wendi!

  • @QuantumPyrite_88.9
    @QuantumPyrite_88.9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Calculating the torque value of the combined thicknesses of the liners is intelligent. Removing the chamfer is also a smart idea. There are small sockets which use a 1/4 inch driver and I imagine that the 1/4 inch shank from a drill could be used as a socket driver . Bicycle tool etc. ??
    Thanks once again for another intriguing engineering tutorial and all the best sent your way Felix.

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Your comment makes me happy! Thank you so much!

    • @Cosmo_88
      @Cosmo_88 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Quantum Mechanic - Great idea mate!!

    • @QuantumPyrite_88.9
      @QuantumPyrite_88.9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Cosmo_88 Thanks for your input regarding the cutting of stainless-steel using laser.

  • @WARPSPD
    @WARPSPD ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I now have to buy this knife just to do this project ! 👍

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot for your comment!

  • @stuartlockwood9645
    @stuartlockwood9645 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hi Season's greetings Felix 😊, this is a great tip, I never knew the hex hole was already in the liners, and the shape in the inside of the handle made it easy to cut out. Thanks for another interesting video my friend, stay safe, best wishe's to you and your's, Stuart UK.

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you very much dear Stuart!

  • @Cosmo_88
    @Cosmo_88 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank You Mr. Immler for your very novel ideas. Happy Holiday Season.

  • @lisuk66
    @lisuk66 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    👋💥✌️Hello, Felix! Thank's again and again for great ideas 👌👍👍👍!

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching!!

    • @lisuk66
      @lisuk66 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FelixImmler 👋🔥💪✌️

  • @ralphonearth3101
    @ralphonearth3101 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    👍👍👍Best modification yet. Saving serious pack weight by not needing scotch eye auger.

  • @giuliogemino6407
    @giuliogemino6407 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What about mounting a Morakniv spare blade of Companion/2000 on a RangerGrip with a Thumbstud to 1 hand opening. Try using a Pencil Die Grinder and carbide burrs... because spare blades are very hard...

  • @tonynapoli5549
    @tonynapoli5549 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Felix you are a wiz very use full informative video as usual I think I’ve said this before my EDC is a Swiss Army knife a powerful small but effective tool. Thanks Ciaooooo 👌

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello Tony. Thank you so much for this wonderful compliment!!

  • @margueritemitchell1829
    @margueritemitchell1829 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello from British Columbia Canada
    ❄☃️🎅☃️❄🇨🇦🖐👍♥️🛣🚐🚐🚐🏕🔥🏕

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot dear Marguerite!

  • @matthausfrick5971
    @matthausfrick5971 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Felix, great video! I think I will `frankenstein´my Ranger aswelll :D Your spat bits look super nice, especially that they have the little screw tip seems to be very helpful since they will pull themselves in the wood. What kind of drills do you use?

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว

      Das sind Würth Flachbohrer

  • @inkscratch
    @inkscratch ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Felix, I just got a Rambler and was wondering if you had any neat tips or tricks for the bottle opener/Philips it has, it's a neat tool

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sorry, i don't often work with the small Victorinox... i don't know them well.

  • @vladimira.shestakov2493
    @vladimira.shestakov2493 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Sooper cool! Thenks man!

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hello Vladimir. Thanks a lot for watching!

  • @MySk911
    @MySk911 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    shake your hand! 🤝🤝🤝 Thanks for the great ideas and implementation!👏👏👏

  • @Jon_Hing
    @Jon_Hing ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for this video
    Just did it on my Ranger Grip 78 and it works like a charm

  • @Dissident_Porcupine73
    @Dissident_Porcupine73 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do people in Europe use the Victorinox warranty? It seems like a bother in the US.

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว

      hello Joseph. Thanks a lot for your comment. I don't understand what you want to say.. sorry

  • @DikiiBrazzza
    @DikiiBrazzza ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Неплохо, жаль у меня нет 130мм викторинокса, пользуюсь только Handyman 91mm и Workchamp 111mm

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They are top! 👍👍

  • @SpartanJohns
    @SpartanJohns ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I did not know about this! Now..the only Ranger I have is the one you sent me...so I won't attempt it just now....but definitely a good mod! Not just for bushcrafting purposes but(in my case) for taking apart knives and multitools. I carry small bits with me but always used a pair of small pliers. I feel that this would definitely make more sense!
    Great stuff my friend!

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much my TH-cam buddy from the very beginning

  • @humphreyjones1828
    @humphreyjones1828 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If the bit stops at the back of the last layer then if the back of the bit is tapered then it won’t touch the last layer
    Edit: hahaha I should have waited another 15 seconds to post this because you answered that

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks anyway for watching my video!!

  • @alexzay9637
    @alexzay9637 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Меняют накладки на желто - чёрные, там сразу шестигранное отверстие

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว

      You are right! Thank you

  • @willowufgood1254
    @willowufgood1254 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Tanks
    Tchao

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching!

  • @dragon_long7213
    @dragon_long7213 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Ich liebe all deine bisherigen Videos, doch mal ganz ehrlich, muss man allein wegen dieser Zusatzfunktion riskieren, sein schönes Ranger Grip 55 zu verpfuschen und zudem seinen Garantieanspruch auf die bearbeiteten Teile zu verlieren?
    Ich denke, dass es kein Proglem ist, zusätzliches Werkzeug in einer kleinen Gürteltasche mitzunehmen.
    Es müssen nicht alle Funktionen der Welt in einem einzigen Messer vorhanden sein, um es etwas überzogen auszudrücken.
    Darum gibt es erstmals einen ZONK und kein Lob von mir. th-cam.com/video/uKpTkBddyK8/w-d-xo.html

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Danke für den ZONK! Ja, jedem das seine... Ich fände es geil wenn ein 1/4 Zoll Sechskant irgendwo standardmässig am messer verbaut wäre😂.

  • @bobpadrick7718
    @bobpadrick7718 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Flatten the chamfer ... GREAT TRICK! I watched this video even though I have already made this mod to my Ranger Grip 57. Boy am I glad I did!! After making the mod, I noticed, like you show, that the bit does not go *through* the liner lock layer because of the tiny protrusion of the saw spring. I also noticed that the bit wiggles a little, but I thought it was at least going *into* the liner lock layer. Now I realize that, because of the chamfer, it does not. Wow!! I can't wait to flatten the chamfer and have a much more robust tool. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว

      Your comment makes me happy! Thank you Bob!

  • @AG8000
    @AG8000 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Es wäre natürlich sehr schön wenn es die Griffschalen in allen Farben auch in Schwarz ( für das Onyx) mit und ohne die Sechskant Bohrung gäbe. Hatte bei Viktorinox mein Ranger Grip 57M auf zwei Hand Klinge Umbauen lassen. Wegen unseren verrückten Gesetzen hier. Und mit den grünen Griffschalen anstatt den roten.

  • @MasterYoist
    @MasterYoist ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Greetings Mr. Immler.
    I posted a video on this three months ago with a very easy way to open the hexagonal hole.
    It really takes only about 15 - 20 seconds and comes out very clean without any drilling or any filing.
    I made another video - basically a sequel - comparing the depths that each of three RangerGrips allow a bit to set in the handle of the knife.
    The Boatsman comes with the bit driver exposed. The RangerGrip 71 Gardner has the same amount of metal supporting the bit when the hole on the scale is opened.
    The RangerGrip 79 does not allow the bit to set as deep and has less metal supporting it.
    Basically, they all will work with a variety of bits as long as we don't over-torque them.
    I like to use mine with regular drill bits when the reamer is not adequate to get the exact size hole that I want. I only do light drill applications and don't really recommend any heavy-duty type work.
    Cheers.
    How I do my bit driver mod
    th-cam.com/video/RRKsnojzRSE/w-d-xo.html
    Depth comparison
    th-cam.com/video/XHpcCh8Hxsw/w-d-xo.html

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Super… Thanks a lot for your interesting links!

    • @MasterYoist
      @MasterYoist ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@FelixImmler You are quite welcome. I hope someone finds them helpful. Take care.

    • @TheDarkSkorpion
      @TheDarkSkorpion ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@MasterYoist I found them helpful. Thank you.

  • @jan4946
    @jan4946 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Could you insert a small magnet in the other handle to hold the bits in place?

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว

      Very good inspiration. Thank you

  • @giuseppeiaria6564
    @giuseppeiaria6564 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video Felix, very precise and complete, as always.

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks a lot Giuseppe!

  • @MrKanzler82
    @MrKanzler82 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tja, schade! Habe schon viel über dich von meinen deutschen TH-camrn gehört, scheinst ein sympathischer Typ zu sein, werden ich vielleicht nie erfahren.
    Meine konstruktive Kritik: als deutscher machst du einen Kanal in welchem die Videos deutsche Titel und Beschreibungen enthalten aber englisch gesprochen wird. Ich fände es besser wenn alles auf englisch wäre, dann könnte ich gleich erkennen das ich es nicht sehen will oder verstehen kann oder mach es zweisprachig wie z.B. Jörg Sprave, mit Hinweis im Titel oder vertone die Videos nach. Untertitel sind mMn unpraktisch da sie vom Video selbst ablenken.
    Nur meine Gedanken dazu, da ich persönlich nicht gerne englisch sprachige Videos ansehe, schon gar nicht wenn ich denke es wäre deutsch.

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Danke für Deine konstruktive Kritik.

  • @stevestumpy6873
    @stevestumpy6873 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    neat, but I think it would just be better to carry a wrench.

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes of course a wrench would be better... ☺️

  • @j.l_vqtqv9908
    @j.l_vqtqv9908 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Muy buenas amigo mío 😉 me a gustado la opción de poder aplicar la herramienta es una idea muy buena 😃 como siempre gracias por compartir y a seguir así de bien salud/os 🍁🇪🇦

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      gracias mi querido amigo de españa!

  • @nickcasolino8903
    @nickcasolino8903 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Felix, so far, I agreed with you but not with this modification. Why should I destroy my knife and bring a spade wood drill bit when I could bring a manual wood auger drill bit? Every which way you look at it, you still have to bring or carry a drill bit. With a manual wood auger drill bit, I just need to insert a branch. I don't need to destroy my knife. I just want to remind you that the SAK knives are becoming very, very expensive. Thank you

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว

      You are absolutley right. The only thin is, a manual wood auger is much bigger...

    • @nickcasolino8903
      @nickcasolino8903 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FelixImmler Felix, You're amazing. I'm sure that you are able to build an entire house with just a SAK. ;-) True. An auger drill bit is much bigger but less expensive than my Ranger/grip 79. Plus, they come in different sizes from very small to humongous. 🙂

  • @armerhund5625
    @armerhund5625 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hon nix verstanda , was ich des für Mundart. Jo man i verstand jo net alle Schwizer Dialekte 😅

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Danke für den Besuch auf meinem Kanal

  • @BUZZKILLJRJR
    @BUZZKILLJRJR ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I loved this modification! Its hidden gem! I always use a bit driver but only for the small tasks. Im going to be getting a ranger grip soon so i am ver happy to see this😊

  • @renem.3413
    @renem.3413 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dear Felix,
    thank you again for surprising me with "hidden" tools in Swiss Army Knives. I like the modifications you show - especially on my favorites, the 111mm Victorinox in the last weeks. Have a good start into the weekend.
    Greetings to Swizerland
    René

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you very much dear Rene!!

  • @stevenkeithley4336
    @stevenkeithley4336 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    👊😎🤙🍻

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks a lot Steven!!

  • @siegfriedwashburn3484
    @siegfriedwashburn3484 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very nice video! Watched with the big interest and pleasure! Go on!

  • @franmomo5972
    @franmomo5972 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent, thanks for that good explanation

  • @clintonroushff7068
    @clintonroushff7068 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Felix, interesting idea. Is there a better option to use for the hex hole?
    I'd be afraid of damaging this knife.
    I like that you challenge the tool.
    Take care Felix

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The safe option is to not use the hex hole Hi Felix, interesting idea. Is there a better option to use for the hex hole?
      😆😆😆

  • @formermpc10
    @formermpc10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Felix, do you still work for Victorinox?

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว

      I work with Victorinox!

  • @BigTVideos
    @BigTVideos ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video very descriptive. Very helpful. Good job.

  • @ryans927
    @ryans927 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Felix first of all I want to let you know I love your videos I’m always very entertained and I have learned so much from you. My wife even enjoys watching too.
    My question is which do you prefer. Rangergrip or forester/ Trekker

  • @finanziker
    @finanziker ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello Felix, haha, dini Idee sind super! Ich wär no nie of die Idee cho es Victorinox Messer abzändere.

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว

      Dankä für Din Kommentar!

  • @KettleCamping
    @KettleCamping ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I had made the modification on my Rangergrip 57 based on your older video. Thanks again for even more info a details on that great option. Cheers! 👍

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching!!

  • @swenic
    @swenic ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is the RangerGrip79 the only knife we can mod for hex bits?

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว

      no..i guess all RangerGrip models

    • @swenic
      @swenic ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh, have you seen the Boatsman and Handyman? -They are sold w bits!

  • @WayPointSurvival
    @WayPointSurvival ปีที่แล้ว

    That is so excellent! That definitely makes a lot more options available in the backcountry. Thanks so much for giving a complete understanding of how this works and how to modify it so it works better. Have a great one, my friend!

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks you very much my friend! Your comment means always something special to me!

  • @nauticalknotcraft
    @nauticalknotcraft ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hello Felix. I have the Ranger with the Phillips screwdriver. This is a great mod to a very handy multi-tool. I really appreciate your attention to details. Thank you. Love this series. All the best.

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much for your compliment!

  • @1zaj34
    @1zaj34 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Oh, Felix, thank you so much for this video. Now I can point this out to anyone planning to do that modification. 🙂
    And, apparently I'm learning patience on my old days. During the whole video, I had the urge, to write a comment about the 4th layer not supporting the tool, because of the chamfer. Luckily, I watched 'till the end first. 😀

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you very much for your patience 😂😂😂

  • @jock-of-ages73
    @jock-of-ages73 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Why is the hex hole there? The scales cover it, so I'm guessing it isn't supposed to be used. So, why even bother?

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      On RangerGrip modells with more layer the hex hole is open

    • @jock-of-ages73
      @jock-of-ages73 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FelixImmler 👍Thank you, Felix!

  • @RudiBeragam
    @RudiBeragam ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good evening sir, you are so creative, success is always with all your works.

  • @reconty2133
    @reconty2133 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Have you thought about writing a book?
    I saw one on Amazon but I know you could do it better! Something to take into the woods.

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I wrote allready different books www.amazon.com/shop/feliximmler www.amazon.co.uk/shop/feliximmler

    • @reconty2133
      @reconty2133 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FelixImmler Awesome!
      Thanks so much for the link!

  • @miguelpimentel8539
    @miguelpimentel8539 ปีที่แล้ว

    You’ve probably read this comment from other viewers years and years ago but why doesn’t Victoria Knox pay you for your ideas because they are highly thought out from an obviously well educated Victoria Knox user

  • @juliobarba8807
    @juliobarba8807 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mr Felix, thanks for the brilliant demonstration of finding the secret hole and the explanation of why 3 layers of the ranger grip 55, 79, onyx and wood, I found that you can use the Leatherman Raquet and bit extender are better to use and because you have to points of the hex hole you can have 3 layers complete and you can have only a small hole and a stablel bit tool, do you know if the wood scales also have the precut hole, thanks I enjoy your videos, thanks

  • @Titanykus
    @Titanykus ปีที่แล้ว

    Felix, you are the Mcguiver of our era. Felix, I have the Rangergrip 78, which is the same knife, but instead of a corkscrew it has a phillips screwdriver. I purchased the fireflies large and short to see if I can add it to knife, but I don't have a way see a clear path in the scale to cut a nodge and insert the large firefly. Do you have a video on this?

  • @srtgrayfrance
    @srtgrayfrance ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I remember the rocket stove video, I won the knife :)

  • @thomasmanson1119
    @thomasmanson1119 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Grinding off the chamfered end could change the temper of the steel and potentially destroy the auger’s strength. I would avoid using any modification method that heats the auger or the liners.

  • @MartinAhlman
    @MartinAhlman ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Brilliant! I wonder what you would have invented in medieval times (I'm a reanactor and would like to see a a folding nife (such as the Spanish "Navaja") with at least a corkscrew)) :-)

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว

      😆😆😆😆

    • @MartinAhlman
      @MartinAhlman ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FelixImmler I really would love to know!

  • @Dadoimp
    @Dadoimp ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Omg your videos, man! Sooooo goooooodddd!! 👍👍👍👍👍

  • @kilianhzh
    @kilianhzh ปีที่แล้ว

    Dear Felix and everybody else, there is a really easy way to do the mod. You can do this mod just using one tool. With the Reamer you can easily drill a hole in the middle of the hex inlay and carve out along the edges, regularly trimming the rubber on the front with the small blade of a SAK. mine took less than 5 minutes

  • @Jib230181
    @Jib230181 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Felix again. Sorry for being a pain what hex shank drill bit are you using as I can only find ones for use on only soft wood and the one you using looks heavy duty can you put up where you got your drill but from so I can get same one please if ok. Thank you.

  • @xoxxox5352
    @xoxxox5352 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello Mr. Immler,
    I finally subscribed to you after watching many of your videos. Thank you for all the tips and tricks.
    I have an idea for creating the ultimate 130mm tool by combining:
    Pliers, Marlin Spike, and one-handed Serrated Blade from a V. Boatsman
    Scissors and Wood Saw of a V. Gardener
    Scales with tweezer and toothpick (with hex mod), Gutting Blade, and one handed Plain Blade from a V. Hunter 58
    Metal File from a Wenger Ranger 70.
    Locking Screwdriver and Bottle Opener from any Rangergrip
    Back Tools: corkscrew, reamer or awl, and Phillips screwdriver
    I have all of these knives already, and I keep looking at them, trying to figure out if such a combination for this monster is possible.

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks a lot for your inspiration!!! This tool sounds interesting

  • @AmetraWayofLife
    @AmetraWayofLife ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Félix, and a torque test with a toque wrench? 😉
    Great video!
    Greetings from Spain!!!

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes.. you are right. But i didn't want destroy my knife...

    • @AmetraWayofLife
      @AmetraWayofLife ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FelixImmler Is true...Thanks!!!

  • @chaswarren7239
    @chaswarren7239 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have the version without the rubber inserts but with the toothpick (swapped for a Firefly) & tweezers, does this have the hex hole ?

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว

      I guess you don't have a 130mm. do you have a 111mm model?

    • @chaswarren7239
      @chaswarren7239 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FelixImmler Yes you are right 111mm with half serrated blade, saw, screwdriver bottle opener and can opener, toothpick and tweezers, black scales.

    • @chaswarren7239
      @chaswarren7239 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FelixImmler Yes Felix, you are right 111mm model with half serrated locking blade, saw, screwdriver/bottle opener, can opener, tweezers & toothpick.

  • @grovesy333
    @grovesy333 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I really enjoy your channel lad I find a new use for my blue climber everyday ! I might get the ranger grip with the corkscrew for camping next

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks a lot for your kind comment!

    • @grovesy333
      @grovesy333 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FelixImmler You’re welcome Felix !

  • @billcraig9977
    @billcraig9977 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Really clever…. As always, thanks for the explanations and the instructions, Felix!

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello Bill. Thanks a lot for watching. Greetings from Switzerland!

    • @billcraig9977
      @billcraig9977 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FelixImmler Merry Christmas, Felix! and best wishes for 2023!

  • @kevinm8051
    @kevinm8051 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My RangerGrip 58 doesn't appear to have the hex hole.

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว

      Are you sure?? I can't belive that...

    • @kevinm8051
      @kevinm8051 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FelixImmler You were right about how hard the hole is to see. After getting some more light and adding some magnification (time for new glasses? 😆), you are correct. It does have the holes! A bit would be stopped by the spring on the skinning blade on the 58 instead of the saw spring.

  • @19stegachev66
    @19stegachev66 ปีที่แล้ว

    Я просверлил отверстие ø3мм в центре шестигранной штамповки, прикрепил накладку к ножу, а затем проплавил накладку раскаленным хвостовиком шестигранной биты 1/4. Расплавленная пластмасса создала замечательный канал из которого, бита или перовое сверло не будет выпадать. В Вашем случае, хвостовик шестигранника болтается в отверстии.

  • @thomaschainey533
    @thomaschainey533 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video thanks. One more reason I am glad I have the Boatsman as I have less to worry about.

  • @frederikbruck5210
    @frederikbruck5210 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wenn Du im Dosenöffner einen Neodym-Magnet verstaust (th-cam.com/video/puEROm0Hwew/w-d-xo.html): Hält das evtl. den Bit besser in der letzten Schicht?
    Ist zwar nicht ganz in der Linie, aber ein gewisses Magnetfeld müsste bei einem stärkeren Neo ja dahin ausstrahlen...

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Danke für die tolle Idee!

    • @frederikbruck5210
      @frederikbruck5210 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FelixImmler Ist ja Deine Idee, siehe Link! Ich kombiniere nur...😆

  • @will.scotnativeingreece
    @will.scotnativeingreece ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Felix, very interesting, i was totally absorbed in that, good stuff. Cheers Will.😊😎

  • @adammcguinness9950
    @adammcguinness9950 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m glad you addressed the chamfered base on the bits. The last hole is the most important for strength.

  • @archivist17
    @archivist17 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    More wonderful skills!

  • @gabrielk.b9003
    @gabrielk.b9003 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    FELIX, SUA IDÉIA FOI EXCELENTE OBRIGADO POR MAIS UM VÍDEO, THAU !

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Obrigado pelo seu bom comentário!

    • @gabrielk.b9003
      @gabrielk.b9003 ปีที่แล้ว

      Obrigado você amigo sempre acompanho seus vídeos gosto muito dos Victor inox e suas história de fabricação!

  • @davekelly9657
    @davekelly9657 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Felix, you are truly the master of the SWISS army knife 🔪👍👍⚓⚓🇺🇲🇺🇲

  • @davefarnsworth3020
    @davefarnsworth3020 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Victorinox should be paying you for research and development ideas for improving on existing design.

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks a lot Dave for this wonderful compliment!

  • @mikecurtis2585
    @mikecurtis2585 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great mod I like the way it works! Very nice 👍

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much dear Mike!!!

  • @steffrouen
    @steffrouen 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Does the pre-hole for the bit holder also exist on the hunter xt and the soldier please?

  • @xazakotr
    @xazakotr ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great! Thank you!!!

  • @sinaalex7577
    @sinaalex7577 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey, Felix. Warum übernimmt Victorinox deine Änderungen nicht in die Produktion der Messer? Ich bin sicher, der Kunde würde auch ein paar "Taler" mehr für die Produkte zahlen.
    Garantie hin oder her, bei Gelegenheit werde ich mein "Ranger Grip" auch umbauen. Ich habe nämlich bisher noch bei keinem Voctorinox irgendeine Garantie gebraucht. Die funktionieren ALLE, auch nach Jahren, noch perfekt.

  • @mannihh5274
    @mannihh5274 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Right at the point ! Very important to know, where the weak points are and eliminate them as much as possible. I'd go even a step further: all long tools like bit-holders, drills etc come with a groove near the end. It's ment as a breaking point when used with a power drill. When used with a hand tool, it's useless, so I'd cut it off (reduces lenght and weight too). With a very crisp 90° edge it may get fiddly to insert it, so I'd do a very small chamfer, but to get the full advantage of the 1,2mm layer, I'd open the saw, so the next layer (#5) will be the stop.
    Stay safe and enjoy Xmas time

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว

      Your comment is super interesting... thanks a lot!!

  • @tdg0101
    @tdg0101 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great stuff thanks!

  • @AG8000
    @AG8000 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Kannst du mal was über das Ranger Grip Onyx machen?
    👍👍👍

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว

      Dieses Messer besitze ich leider nicht...

    • @AG8000
      @AG8000 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FelixImmler Na dann wird es aber Zeit. Wird dir sicherlich gefallen. 👍😷

  • @billthebutcher2005
    @billthebutcher2005 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hallo. Schönes Video!
    Wenn ich diese Modifikation bei einem Ranger 74 mache, dann würde der Bit auch in die Platten der Zange reichen oder?
    Liebe Grüße aus Hessen

  • @kingsclownvideos
    @kingsclownvideos ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome. Thanks

  • @herbertzetzl7956
    @herbertzetzl7956 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hallo Felix, hast du Dir schonmal Gedanken gemacht zu einem Stahlnagel den man in den Korkenzieher drehen kann, so dass man in als Bohrer und Ahle verwenden kann , das wäre das absolute Zusatzwerkzeug für das Compact Victorinox, Problem ist wo verstaut man den Stahlnagel ich habe Ihn so gestaltet das ich den Nagel zwischen die Layer klemme auf der Rückseite des Compact. Wenn du das lesen solltest, vielleicht ist das ein Projekt für Dich mit einer besseren Lösung. Gruss Herbert Zetzl

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hallo Herbert. Vielen dank für deinen Kommentar. Ja, darüber habe ich mir schon einige Gedanken gemacht. Ich haber aber keinen Nagel zu eindrehen. Ich nahm bislang immer einen gehärteten Stahlnagel der vom Durchmesser her im Loch des Korkenziehers gelagert werden kann. Aber das mit dem Eindrehen werde ich bestimmt mal genauer betrachten. Danke für den tollen Tip! Hast Du das mal gemacht? Hast Du Bilder? LG Felix

    • @herbertzetzl7956
      @herbertzetzl7956 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FelixImmler Hallo Felix, habe heute ein video von Dir angesehen indem du die hintere Plus Griffschale für die Kurze Pinzette aufgefeilt hast,
      habe ich ebenfalls so gemacht und meinen Stahlnagel somit optimal verstaut. Kann Dir Fotos senden vom Projekt, wenn du willst. Gruß Herbert

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@herbertzetzl7956 Sehr gerne... ich bin immer froh um gute Ideen. auf meiner gleichnamigen webseite findest du mein Email Adresse. Danke und LG

  • @diezelle57
    @diezelle57 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    L'autre problème, cher Felix, c'est le manque de rétention des emmanchements 1/4" sur les modèles Ranger Grip non dotés d'embouts (les embouts ne se clipsent pas même après creusement d'un trou dans la plaquette).

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Cela semble très intéressant. Pouvez-vous me l'expliquer à nouveau en d'autres termes ?

    • @diezelle57
      @diezelle57 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FelixImmler Certes :) Sur les modèles Ranger Grip pour lesquels des embouts sont fournis (Boatsman, 174), un dispositif de retenue des embouts empêche qu'ils tombent. L'utilisation des trous hex 1/4" sur les autres modèles de Ranger Grip (après perçage hex de la plaquette) se fait sans rétention (j'avais fait l'expérience sur des modèles Wenger). A vérifier.

    • @danielbain3613
      @danielbain3613 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you're very careful filing and stop at a light pressure fit, the hex the plastic will act as a retainer.

  • @johndoe-se5ky
    @johndoe-se5ky ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Comme toujours EXCELLENT !!!

  • @anthonybakker2567
    @anthonybakker2567 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can this be done with a Soldier's knife?