So, what is the best Swiss Army knife to take on your hike?
These picks will be able to help with almost anything you find on the trail
Your Hiking Guide
When Master Cutler Karl Elsener started his cutlery factory in the small Swiss village called Ibach, back in 1884, and forget the first Swiss Army Knife a few years later, no one could imagine that the endeavor of that man would mean the creation of the world’s most famous pocket knives.
Now, Victorinox Swiss Army knives are a symbol of genius design, durability, and quality. According to the strict rules of the Victorinox, all multi-tool pocket knives are made of first-class stainless steel and have a lifetime guarantee.
Swiss army knives come in different multi-tool sets but are bounded by a shared value of supreme quality, durability, sturdiness, innovation, and iconic design, all in size measured to fit in the pocket.
What once was a gadget for armed forces up in the Alps, became an everyday tool for people all around the world to carry in their pockets.
An ingenious combination of always handy useful tools built to save money and storage space, Swiss army knife has become a recognizable symbol of folding knives equipped with a multi-functional toolset, constructed for dealing with all sorts of everyday tasks.
Swiss army knives come in various tool combinations, depending on the prime usage they are made for.The characteristic blade is constantly present in all Swiss pocket knife models while tools can vary, depending on the model.
The folding tools are separated in layers within the pocket knife, enclosed in a characteristic, cellidor plastic Victorinox handle.
So, what is the best Swiss Army knife to take on your hike?
These picks will be able to help with almost anything you find on the trail
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