With holiday shopping these days, the diversity of available gifting options can seem almost overwhelming. Sure, there are still those people that are impossible to shop for, but in other cases it’s a matter of too much choice that hinders decision making. That in mind, we’ve spent a moment with our trusted friends at Victorinox — the originators of the Swiss Army Knife, and purveyors of lifetime-use tools (backed with a lifetime warranty) that keep owners ready for any situation that may come their way.
We’ve long been fans of how thoughtfully each of their offerings are designed, and how their dedication to high-quality Swiss craftsmanship is as strong as ever. This is a brand that leans into design that follows function, with tools that are truly iconic; you’ll find its products in design museums around the globe. Those signature red scales are instantly recognizable, however the brand also offers a great deal of personalization through a wide array of scale colours and custom engraving options, which is perfect for holiday gifting. Whether you’re shopping for a seasoned adventurer, or someone less committed to extended time in the wilderness, there’s an option below that will keep them prepared to tackle the day.
The Victorinox Camper sets out to solve just about any camping surprise, whether it’s cutting small branches and kindling with its compact saw, or cracking a well-deserved bottle of beer once camp is set up (because someone didn’t think to buy twist-off bottles). Jokes of beverages aside, the Camper’s 13-function layout is robust enough to ensure you’re well equipped without having to pack a full set of additional tools on the season’s next camping adventure.
Running along similar lines as the Camper, the Climber ditches the saw in favour of spring-loaded scissors and adds a multi-purpose hook tool for good measure. This hook may seem foreign to some, but it’s a useful resource for carrying tied gear, pulling tent pins, and opening metal camp cooker lids (among other things). Its 6.6cm blade is also plenty robust for cutting rope, should the need arise out on the mountain.
Of the pack, the Victorinox Huntsman is what we would call the full-meal deal. Combining the scissors and saw of the Climber and Camper, alongside other items for a total of 15 functions. There’s even a wire stripper cleverly engineered into the base of the bottle opener, working in tandem with its primary knife blade. Though not something you would necessarily use frequently, it’s yet another clever addition to a tool that’s meant to keep you prepared for all eventualities.
In contrast to the Huntsman, the Spartan lives up to its name by providing essential tools in a slender profile — in this case clad in elegant and durable walnut wood scales. It’s the perfect grab-and-go tool for daily life that won’t eat up quite as much pocket real estate as some of the larger Victorinox tools. That said, between its corkscrew, reamer, bottle opener, and screwdrivers, it’s by no means lacking in terms of function.
Last and certainly not least, the Victorinox Swiss Tool X is a quintessential do-everything tool for those handy DIY folks on your holiday list. With 26 built-in features — including everything from a ruler and pliers, to wire cutters and a chisel — the Swiss Tool X is a sophisticated multi-tool that will save its owners from rummaging around in the toolbox or junk drawer every time they need to find the right tool for household tasks. Like all its siblings above, the Swiss Tool X is covered by a lifetime warranty; Victorinox stands behind all its knives and tools, so you don’t have to think twice about the quality and durability of their offerings.
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