Victorinox Swiss Army Knife Camping & Outdoor Survival Guide. Bryan Lynch
to allow the blade to be opened with one hand.
The Hunter
The Hunter is the true companion of any outdoorsman. With a wood saw for firewood collecting, a small gutting blade, and a large straight knife for all your cutting needs, what more could you ask for in a tool on a hunting trip?
BASIC TOOLS & FUNCTIONS
1. large blade
2. can opener
3. bottle opener
4. screwdriver, 5 mm
5. wire stripper
6. small gutting blade
7. reamer, punch
8. corkscrew
9. wood saw
10. tweezers
11. toothpick
12. key ring
The Hunter
The design of the gutting blade allows for great control around areas that shouldn’t be cut into.
Ranger Grip Boatsman
When you’re out on the water, the Ranger Grip Boatsman is the tool you’re going to want by your side. With a shackle opener, needle-nosed pliers, and removable bits, this model is ready for anything a day on the boat can throw at you.
BASIC TOOLS & FUNCTIONS
1. key ring
2. toothpick
3. tweezers
4. bit, slotted 4.5
5. bit, Phillips 3
6. bottle opener
7. screwdriver, 5 mm
8. wire stripper
9. large blade with wavy edge
10. reamer, punch and sewing awl
11. corkscrew
12. can opener
13. screwdriver, 3 mm
14. shackle opener
15. marlin spike
16. needle-nosed pliers
Ranger Grip Boatsman
The hole in the handle located just under the corkscrew is where the removable bits are inserted when used. The handle of the needle-nosed pliers is extremely comfortable to use.
RescueTool
Whether you are a professional first responder or just making your daily commute, the RescueTool is the model you hope you never have to use, but also hope is always there if you need it. While simple in appearance, it boasts some amazing, lifesaving features: a seat belt cutter, a window breaker, a shatterproof glass disc cutter, and a thicker bottle opener that can be used as a mini crowbar. The disc saw and glass breaker are easily removed if new ones need to be installed.
BASIC TOOLS & FUNCTIONS
1. large blade with wavy edge
2. seat belt cutter
3. reamer, punch
4. disc saw for shatterproof glass
5. bottle opener
6. screwdriver, 5 mm, lockable
7. wire stripper
8. Phillips screwdriver 1/2
9. window breaker
10. key ring
11. toothpick
12. tweezers
RescueTool
The phosphorescent yellow color of the knife and holster will make sure you can find this tool when it counts.
Skipper
The Skipper models have sailing-specific tools, such as marlin spikes and a shackle tool, available to make your day on the water easier.
BASIC TOOLS & FUNCTIONS
1. large blade with wavy edge
2. bottle opener
3. screwdriver, 5 mm, lockable
4. wire stripper
5. shackle opener
6. marlin spike
7. can opener
8. screwdriver, 3 mm
9. reamer, punch
10. corkscrew
11. Phillips screwdriver 1/2
12. pliers
13. wire cutter
14. wire-crimping tool
15. tweezers
16. toothpick
17. key ring
18. lanyard
Skipper
The tip of the shackle tool can be used to deal with tough knots and other cordage needs a fisherman may have.
Hunter Pro
The Hunter Pro stands out because it is one of the few single-blade knives offered by Victorinox. Interestingly, this knife was designed for hunters in the United States, who expect a lot from their hunting knives. The polyamide handle is incredibly comfortable and allows for a firm grip when handling the robust, lockable blade that is designed to be opened one-handed.
BASIC TOOLS & FUNCTIONS
1. large blade
Hunter Pro
The Hunter Pro is perfect for the professional hunting or fishing guide.
Swiss Soldier’s Knife 08
This Soldier’s Knife is the modern version of the knife that started it all. Simple, tough, and highly functional in the field, the Soldier’s Knife is the reason that knives made by Victorinox have been carried by Swiss soldiers for over 100 years. Getting back to basics, the Soldier’s Knife demonstrates that just a few tools can get a lot of work done.
BASIC TOOLS & FUNCTIONS
1. large blade with wavy edge
2. reamer, punch
3. bottle opener
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