Hiker Swiss Army Knife, 13 Function Swiss Made Pocket Knife with 2 Blades, Bottle Opener, Wood Saw and Phillips Screwdriver - Red

Michelle‘s brother Steve When I was a kid growing up, the tinker was my favorite Victorinox knife. it seemed to me like the best combination of compact size, light weight, and useful tools. This is basically the same knife with the addition of a saw. What’s not to love? I’ve used Victorinox knives for almost 60 years and I’ve never seen one wear out. I’ve only had to replace them because they’ve gotten lost. Durability is way too good to ever be an issue. They’re price has gone up over the years, but compared to the prices of other high quality knives, they are still a good value.

I have given many of these Hiker knives to graduating seniors as a part of their grad gifts. I think the Hiker has the best combination of essential and useful tools that one will need in everyday life, without the bulk of some of the larger pocket knives. The Camper knife is my second favorite. In my experience the Victorinox brands lasts forever. You'll lose it to a TSA agent before it will wear out (hint: check your purse/bag to make sure you leave it at home!) Also, Victorinox offers cleaning and sharpening, and does a great job if you don't want to do it yourself. Everyone should have a Swiss Army knife handy. This is a good one!

I once went into the woods wearing nothing but the Hiker duct taped to my thigh. I wanted to see if I could survive a day. After a while, I was getting hungry, so I hunted me a squirrel. I snuck up on the little bugger as quiet as a mouse fart, then stabbed it with the long blade. No worries, the little feller died a quick and humane death. I then used the short knife to skin it. Then I needed a fire, because we all know squirrel meat is best when cooked medium rare...am I right? I used the wood saw to cut myself several small branches. I rubbed two of those lil' sticks together, and presto zesto...a fire. While I waited for the meat to roast, I used the small blade again...to cut long pieces of sinew from the skin still attached to the fur. The wire stripper was great at stretching the sinew out into long and thin "threads". I used some sinew as thread to fashion the rest of the squirrel pelt into a nice little man-thong. The reamer has a sewing eye, so it was easy peazy. It was nice to finally cover my giblets, and the thong was warm and perfect (though a tad bit slimy). I then ate my roasted squirrel, and continued walking. As I was walking, I came across a couple gals hiking through the woods. I gave them a nice wave "hello", and for some reason, they took off running. One was so scared she dropped her bag to move faster, I guess. I have no idea what the problem was. Sure, I still had a little squirrel blood on my hands. But I was wearing a mighty fine, and high quality (if I say so myself) fur thong. Fur is a universal sign of high class folk, so they must have been fearful that they were trespassing on a rich man's property (them believing that rich man was me, of course...with my fancy furs and all). Anyway, I picked up the bag and tried to run it back to the gals, but they ran even faster. They kept running and ignoring my screams of "Stop running from me! I have something for you!" I soon tired. The running made me pooped, and squirrel don't fill the belly for long. If I had eaten an opossum, I would have still been full...but a squirrel ain't nothing. I heard rattling in the bag, which sounded like something canned and likely edible. I decided that common law probably would establish said bag was now my property since the gals abandoned it and I made first claims. So I unzipped the bag and saw 2 beer bottles (thankfully still cold) and some cans of chili. Those gals probably saved my life, because I would have likely fainted from starvation had they not bestowed me with these vittles. But I'm sure I also saved them from a night of bad gas (seriously, beer and chili?). So I considered us even. I used the Hiker's bottle opener to pop open a beer. Then the can opener for the chili cans. I didn't bother making another fire, as I was mightily faintish and in need of nourishment ASAP. After eating, I used the Hiker's toothpick to get the bean skins out my teeth. Then I used the tweezers to pluck out a few splinters from my feet. My stomach was starting to get upset, and I thought I remembered hearing that eating bark stops it. Probably a bunch of bull, but I was nearly naked, and desperately hindered by a belly ache. I used the wood saw to cut a branch, then used the flat screwdriver to peel off the corky part of the bark (you don't eat the corky park). Then I chewed the fresher underneath bark. It didn't really help my gas, but at least now I can sound outdoorsy when I tell people that I ate bark. I realized that the Hiker had a key ring, so I punctured a hole into my fur thong with the reamer and hung my Swiss Army Knife from the key ring. I sort of passed out shortly after. I woke up the next day. I was tired, sick, and covered in rashes. I survived, though. I give the Victorinox Swiss Army Hiker 5/5 stars. It has versatile tools. However, the Philips screwdriver is useless...as this was the only tool I did not use. Probably could have used a corkscrew instead.

The Tinker model is one of Victorinox's most popular. With the Hiker model, we get their wonderful wood saw too. I bought mine as a whittling knife. For this duty, the first step is to remove the keyring and ground or file the keyring nub flush with the rest of the knife body. With the saw, I can harvest the branch and cut grooves for gripping areas. I filed the small blade into kind of a Wharnecliffe pattern and sharpened the point of the tip, to let it get into tight areas easier. One thing worth noting about the Hiker is that although it is three layers thick, the saw is a very thin layer. So it is nowhere near as thick as a Spartan Lite, for example, whose flashlight/phillips layer is a LOT thicker than the saw. The Super Tinker model replaces the saw of the Hiker with a scissors, so that's a more suitable knife for indoor use. The usual Victorinox build quality is here. Perfect fit, finish, and attention to detail. - The can opener works wonderfully. Almost as well as a dedicated hand-crank unit in your kitchen. The small screwdriver tip on the can opener also doubles as a make-shift inline #2 Phillips driver. However, it is easy to close this up on your fingers when using the screwdriver, so be care there. - The bottle opener also works well, but the most useful part of this implement is certainly the flat head driver. I use that driver as often as I do the knife blade. The wire stripper only works if you cut a ring around the wire through the insulation first. If you do that, this works really well too. - The small blade is better for precision work. Some folks save it as a back-up that is always sharp. Others use this as the main blade, and save the large one for food prep. It's up to you. - The tweezers work well, but since they are thin, one cannot grab something very firmly. It wouldn't work for tweezing out unwanted facial hair, for instance. But it is great for getting splinters out of one's fingers. - The toothpick also works well, but many people are too germophobic to use it. I use it all the time, I just wipe it off on my shirt before putting it back into the knife, and that is clean enough. - The #2 phillips works well, but since it is a T-phillips, I find it is limited in application. It can't get a screw that is right next to something tall, for example. - The reamer is super-useful. I use it to drill more holes in belts. I like to have those in between settings. Not only that, but it is good to use as a sharp scraper or prybar, so you're not tempted to use a knife blade for it, and break the tip off.

A standard pocketknife of good quality and good value. It's my daily carry. I use it at least weekly.

I wanted a knife for general everyday use, and as someone whose life is mostly urban and not as outdoors as I’d like, I settled on the Hiker. With Victorinox offering such a staggering variety of options, I looked into the various tool configurations and this seemed to be best for me. First of all, you know you’re going to get a solid knife from Victorinox. I had my first one as a child around 30 years ago and I don’t feel like the quality has dropped at all in that time. They’re solid, well made, the blades come nice and sharp and, although I’ve not had to test it in any particularly trying situations, they do feel tough enough to withstand a great deal of use. Looked after properly, I’m confident this will last me as long as I want it to. I’ve given it a drop of oil when the hinges started to stiffen slightly, but haven’t needed to sharpen the blades yet and they’re still going strong. I’ve used every tool on here at some point. The two blades are perfect for opening heavily-taped parcels of different sizes, and I’ve also done a little bit of small wood carving with them. Also useful for cutting apples if you’re that way inclined. Screwdrivers speak for themselves, and although I’d use an actual screwdriver given the choice, it’s nice always having one to hand and they do the job fine. The bottle opener works well, and I’ve tried the can opener just because. It’s obviously not as easy as a normal kitchen one, but it works and could be a handy space-saver when camping. This is probably the one tool on the Hiker I wouldn’t miss, but since it’s also combined with the 3mm screwdriver, it does maximise the function. I’ve used the saw a couple of times and was amazed by how capable it is for the size — those teeth are no joke. Out walking one day, I found an uprooted young tree about 3” in diameter. Sawing off a section to take home for a project did need a little elbow grease but not nearly as much as you’d expect. It even cut through cleanly and neatly, leaving a nice flat surface. After watching some videos online I’ve realised how useful the saw is, actually. Although I haven’t tried it myself, it can be used to split fairly large logs, so would be all you need for preparing firewood. The reverse of the blade offers up all sorts of other uses, including peeling veg; this I have tried, and it’s surprisingly effective! Just be careful using the reverse, because it doesn’t lock open. The tucked-away toothpick and tweezers are a nice little edition. Although I’m yet to find many uses for the toothpick beyond the obvious, a pair of tweezers is always good to have for things like picking up tiny objects and planting seeds very precisely. The tweezers are a little bit flimsy, but they’re good enough, and the thin metal keeps them easy to store while cutting down the overall weight of the knife. Occasionally, I’ve thought it would be useful to have one of the models with scissors, but I don’t think I’d be willing to swap out another tool, and I like the size of this knife because it’s ideal for easy everyday carry. Most things I’d use the scissors for can be done with the small blade anyway — cutting string etc. I’m absolutely happy with my choice, and I’ve found myself reaching for it way more often than I’d expected. If I decide to buy a new knife and pass this down at some point, I’m confident it will still be working perfectly for many years to come.

Excelente y económica por el desarmador de estrella y el serrucho

Toppen, bra kvalite

do codziennego noszenia i lekkich prac jak najbardziej. W teren czy czegoś poważniejszego to raczej nie ta liga. Za tę cenę jakość i funkcjonalność bardzo dobra. Uciąć patyk i zaostrzyć na kiełbaskę przy ognisku lub podobne "prace" idealny i nie zawiedzie. Może nie mam zdolności MacGyver - a, on pewnie tym scyzorykiem zrobiłby więcej :)

Color Tested: Classic Red Size: One Size (Standard Swiss Army Pocket Tool Length) Brand: Victorinox – Made in Switzerland Use Case: Hiking, camping, travel, everyday carry First Impressions The Sports Hiker arrives in the classic Victorinox silver-and-red branded box, with a snug cardboard insert holding the knife in place. The signature glossy red cellidor handle is instantly recognizable and comfortable to grip, with the Victorinox white cross-and-shield logo inlaid on the front scale. It has a satisfying weight—solid enough to feel durable but light enough to carry in a pocket or pack. The build quality is exactly what you’d expect from Victorinox: no gaps between scales and liners, perfectly centered tools, and a smooth, confident snap when opening or closing each function. Tool Selection & Functions The Sports Hiker model is designed for outdoor versatility. It includes: Large Blade – Sharp, easy to control, suitable for food prep, rope cutting, or whittling. Wood Saw – Aggressive tooth pattern; cuts efficiently through branches up to ~2 inches in diameter. Philips Screwdriver – Works well for both gear adjustments and quick household fixes. Flathead Screwdrivers (2 sizes) – Integrated into other tools for multi-function use. Bottle Opener with Wire Stripper – Classic Victorinox design; easy leverage. Can Opener – Smooth cutting edge that opens tins without jagged edges. Awl/Reamer – For punching holes in leather, canvas, or wood. Key Ring – Small, strong steel loop for attachment to packs or lanyards. Each tool locks firmly in place (friction fit, not locking blade), and deployment is smooth without requiring excessive force. Performance in the Field I tested the Sports Hiker on a weekend camping trip: Food Prep: The large blade sliced vegetables and cheese cleanly without crushing. Trail Maintenance: The wood saw handled a couple of thumb-thick dead branches quickly—clean cuts with minimal effort. Tent Repair: Used the Philips screwdriver for a tent pole clamp fix; the size was perfect. Campfire Prep: The awl punched starter holes in kindling logs without splitting the wood. Throughout, the tool felt comfortable in hand—no sharp edges on the handle to cause hot spots during extended use. Portability & Comfort At standard Swiss Army knife dimensions (~91 mm length), it slips easily into a pocket or small belt pouch. It’s light enough that I didn’t notice it in my hiking shorts pocket, but substantial enough to be easy to retrieve and handle with gloves. The rounded handle scales make it comfortable to grip even when using more force (like sawing or reaming). Durability & Maintenance Blades & Tools: Stainless steel shows no rust after exposure to damp conditions; wipes clean easily. Spring Tension: Remains strong after repeated use; no wobble or looseness. Handle Scales: Resistant to scratches—still glossy after rough carry in a pocket with keys. Victorinox knives are known for long-term serviceability, and the Sports Hiker is no exception—tools stay sharp with occasional honing, and pivot points can be oiled for decades of use. Pros & Cons Pros Compact, lightweight, and pocket-friendly Well-chosen tool set for outdoor activities Excellent build quality with precise fit and finish Durable stainless steel tools resist rust and wear Comfortable grip even during extended use Iconic design with easy visual recognition Cons No locking blade—some users may prefer a locking mechanism for safety Limited to medium-duty cutting tasks; not a heavy survival knife Saw length limits cutting to small branches Best Uses Hiking & camping trips Outdoor daypacks and emergency kits Everyday carry for general utility Gift for outdoors enthusiasts or Scouts Bottom Line The Victorinox Swiss Army Canada – Sports Hiker is a versatile, reliable multi-tool that covers the essentials for hiking and general outdoor use without excess bulk. With its balanced tool set, proven durability, and classic Swiss Army design, it’s a piece of gear you’ll reach for again and again. Verdict: ★★★★★ — A compact hiking companion that’s built to last a lifetime, with the quality and precision Victorinox is known for.