The best Everyday Carry Victorinox knife of them all - the Compact

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  • Опубликовано: 12 июл 2024
  • This video explains why the Victorinox Compact folding knife is the best knife for everyday carry or EDC from the entire current Victorinox range of folding pocket knives. It also shows the addition of a fire steel or ferrocerium rod to replace the toothpick and add functionality.
    My name is Jonathan, I have a passion for all things 'gadget, travel and EDC' which has filled both my personal and work life for many years. This includes sourcing, reviewing and product development and the creation of two UK national retail chains. Find out more here: • About Jon Gadget - Who...
    This channel is here to help you find great travel and carry gear on the back of solid and detailed reviews along with years of experience. I also hope to give you ideas and inspiration when it comes to everyday carry gear, travel gear and gadgets, which make life a little bit easier and perhaps more fun.
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    Contents of this video to help you navigate:
    00:00 Intro
    00:30 Victorinox Compact main tools
    06:40 Scale tools and features
    07:32 Ferrocerium rod option
    09:22 Summary
    10:30 Pocket hanger carry option
    10:57 Ferrocerium demonstration to start a fire
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    Amazon Links:
    Victorinox Compact geni.us/oJZU2b0
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  • @FelixImmler
    @FelixImmler 3 года назад +364

    Hello Jonathan. Thank you very much for this great video and for mentioning my channel! Greetings from Switzerland

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад +74

      Hello Felix, thank you for the kind message. I am a big fan of your channel and all you do - nobody knows their way around a Victorinox better than you. Keep up the great work.

    • @FelixImmler
      @FelixImmler 3 года назад +60

      @@JonGadget Haa ha haa, what an honor. My face start to getting red a little bit. Thank you so much! 😅😅

    • @ericsteel173
      @ericsteel173 3 года назад +22

      @@FelixImmler Swiss Army red?

    • @Oksimoron-zy9sk
      @Oksimoron-zy9sk 2 года назад +4

      @@ericsteel173 a little older ,darker, wenger-style red🤣🤣

    • @socialchlamydia8533
      @socialchlamydia8533 2 года назад +3

      Felix thank you for all your content about Swiss Army knives and it got me into it aswell and I haven’t had a day go by without having my huntsmen lite in my pocket for 3 years now!

  • @brianbennett2397
    @brianbennett2397 7 месяцев назад +13

    Fantastic presentation! I'm now 70 and have been carrying Swiss Army knives since I was 13.

  • @dougbotimer8005
    @dougbotimer8005 2 года назад +15

    Damn Jonathan, another video where I learn of products I need that I didn’t know existed, let alone knew I needed. Thanks for you research and great presentation. I find myself rewatching your videos and learning more every time.

  • @robertdufour2456
    @robertdufour2456 2 года назад +10

    I was looking for a new Victorinox. Now I know which one.
    Thank you for your EDC presentations they are always terrific!

  • @mikenoga7222
    @mikenoga7222 3 года назад +2

    Thanks for these reviews, they're informative and fun. Sometimes after a long day I like to watch them to chill out a little.

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад

      Good to hear - thanks Mike 👍

  • @JoeLopez
    @JoeLopez 5 месяцев назад +2

    I’ve been carrying one for a couple of months now and love it. I even use that same pocket clip that you have. What a great combo.

  • @YuriyVoziy
    @YuriyVoziy 2 года назад +3

    I use compact as a keychain knife. Bought it as a replacement for the waiter after watching this video. Thank you very much for the review! Perfect combination of weight and functionality. Absolutely awesome for edc.

  • @vilkinesuo
    @vilkinesuo 2 года назад +6

    The Victorinox Compact is my everyday carry, too. I love how, well, compact it is, for most everyday tasks. The blade is used multiple times a day, to either cut fruit or to open packaging. I use the nail file quite a bit, and I love that it has a pen, too. Great video.

  • @celineellis
    @celineellis 2 года назад +2

    Im totally sold on this knife after watching MANY videos comparing different models as well as leatherman style tools. It tick all my boxes for most often uses. thanks for the additional tool info for fire starting as well, that will be helpful to add to mine at somepoint im sure!

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  2 года назад

      I'm glad it was useful 👍

  • @devilsadvocate22289
    @devilsadvocate22289 2 года назад +5

    Compact’s always been my go-to EDC knife aside from my primary knife. I always liked how the Compact has all of the no-nonsense tools. The game changer that I never thought of using was that pocket clip attachment! I’ll have to go online and look around for one to try with mine since I have been using my coin pocket on my jeans as my SAK Compact pocket.

    • @DD_Davey
      @DD_Davey Год назад

      With the key smart clip attached to my pocket I hardly know the knife is there. I really like it!

  • @dustymileroad
    @dustymileroad 9 месяцев назад +2

    Thanks for another great video Jon. I love the Compact. It's my everyday carry as well. I carry it even if I'm carrying a larger locking or "tactical" knife. I have modified mine though. I removed the corkscrew and added a Phillips screwdriver. I get way more use out of the screwdriver.

  • @bereadyeveryday6764
    @bereadyeveryday6764 3 года назад +3

    The Compact has been my go-to - on a pocket hanger - also, for years. I've tried others, but always come back to the Compact.

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад

      👍 great minds 😃

  • @johnwolfen4243
    @johnwolfen4243 Год назад +2

    I've collected Victorinox knives for many years. I always travel with one. I just put it in my check luggage. Back in 2001, I went to Europe and traveled all over the place. My swiss tool was a big hit in may places. I really enjoyed talking with the law enforcement in Italy, France, and Brittan. I sold a number of them while there. There's a British Bobby out there carrying a Swiss tool that I convinced he really needed.

  • @ironmikehallowween
    @ironmikehallowween 2 года назад +1

    Huntsman for me for most days, and Handyman for other times. Thanks for the video.

  • @jasoncabreros
    @jasoncabreros 3 года назад +39

    Great video! I didn't even know or think to look for a replacement for the toothpick. I have a decent collection of knives and Victorinox but I always seem to come back to the Compact. One "feature" that I've overlooked at first was the red scales themselves. Sure, they're not as cool as titanium this or anodized aluminum that, but the red scales are so classic and unassuming that you can use this knife almost anywhere without fear of judgement.

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад +3

      Totally agree - the Compact seems to do everything need day-to-day. The red scales are a classic feature I like too.

    • @dionst.michael1482
      @dionst.michael1482 Год назад +1

      Thats actually a great point. It never fails to surprise me some of the reactions you receive when you pull out even the smallest of knives but a Swiss Army knife either doesn’t draw a reaction at all or sometimes it will even draw a positive comment. Their is a lot of affection for these little knives. A sense of nostalgia I suppose my Dad and family members had them while growing up as well.

    • @motrock93b
      @motrock93b 10 месяцев назад

      This is a valid point. I once pulled out my tiny Classic SD to show my dentist it's effective toothpick. She was very startled, and uneasy about it. No more show and tell.

    • @user-hk9du6px9x
      @user-hk9du6px9x 6 месяцев назад

      Knife-shaming is not okay! ...just cuz I carry large.

  • @mrchiefbs
    @mrchiefbs Год назад +1

    Ive always wanted an Alox victorinox to EDC but had no option for a pocket clip... your solution is GENIUS. PURE GENIUS.

  • @mickeychan6997
    @mickeychan6997 Год назад +1

    Thanks for the great video. As informative and to the point as ever, and you have proved yet again that less is more.
    I have carried a Victorinox Compact for over 30 years now. I initially set out to buy a much bigger knife, Possibly the Swiss Champ (what was I thinking?) but changed my mind at the last minute. A decision that I have never regretted. It's interesting to note that back then this model was called the Golfer and the only difference between this and the current model is the omission of the pin.
    My other regular carries are the Huntsman Plus, the Farmer (soon to be upgraded to the Farmer X) and the Cadet. It all depends on what I am doing that day.
    I find the Cadet to be really useful for social/family occasions as it is a 'gentleman's' pocket knife and is completely non-threatening to all but the seriously paranoid. I once pulled this knife out at a family Christmas to carry out some kind of repair only to have my in-laws young son exclaim "Wow are you a secret agent?"

  • @Tailsnpaws
    @Tailsnpaws 3 года назад +3

    Another great review with a tremendous amount of useful information. Well done Jonathan...again.

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад

      Thanks John 🙏😃

  • @doctoruttley
    @doctoruttley Год назад +1

    Sold. Just ordered one. Thanks brother! 👌🏻😎👍🏻

  • @ri.n0me217
    @ri.n0me217 3 года назад +4

    I was looking at either this or a super tinker. You’ve swayed me over to get this one. Thank you!!

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад

      You’re very welcome. The size and weight of the Compact makes all the difference to me and functionality is almost the same. Hope you love it.

  • @clyde9803
    @clyde9803 Год назад +2

    Good review, I never considered the Compact before but I am now.
    Glad to see I'm not the only one who uses a pocket hanger clip on the keychain!

  • @FriedPi-mc5yt
    @FriedPi-mc5yt 3 года назад +52

    I thought of getting a Compact but decided on a Huntsman. I work construction and needed a few more features. I’ve modified my Huntsman a bit after watching some of Felix Immler’s videos. Some of his mods are great. Like switching out for the plus scales, adding a pen, fixing the wire stripping notch and a few others. I usually carry a bigger knife for large tasks. But I’m constantly grabbing for my SAK.

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад +1

      Great tool combination for work 👍

    • @bluffkirschman599
      @bluffkirschman599 2 года назад +4

      I grab for my sak to😏

    • @FriedPi-mc5yt
      @FriedPi-mc5yt 2 года назад

      @@bluffkirschman599 As you should.

    • @mukkaar
      @mukkaar Год назад

      I personally have compact for my travels and in backpack when I'm just going about day to day. My other multitool is Trailmaster for backup knife and some handy tools when out in woods.
      Trailmaster especially is pretty perfect backup blade and multitool for wild (maybe even main blade if your camping/hiking isn't going to involve actually using blade). It has regular toothpick and tweezers, which are super good for getting splinter and maybe ticks. But it's also large model with nice blade, saw, bottle and can opener, reamer and various screw drivers. But nothing extra.

    • @roberthollingsworth
      @roberthollingsworth Год назад

      U

  • @albertgauche4575
    @albertgauche4575 3 года назад +5

    Compact with plus scales are very handy indeed. My favorite two later SAK,

  • @Tony42Rivers
    @Tony42Rivers 3 года назад +13

    The fero and tinder bits are so cool. Will definitely get that for my Hunstman I take with me hiking/camping. Thank you!

    • @JonathanElvidge
      @JonathanElvidge 3 года назад +1

      great plan - perfect for hiking/camping

    • @kenbrown4950
      @kenbrown4950 3 года назад

      UT Arlington heights to try to try to try run run hi to get to try to
      No hi hi

    • @sidneycavalcant
      @sidneycavalcant 2 года назад

      Mesmo com 4 camadas ? Não incomada ?

  • @NA-tw5mg
    @NA-tw5mg 2 года назад

    You sold me on this one. Easily one of my new favorite channels. Subscribed. 😎

  • @valuk112013
    @valuk112013 3 года назад +1

    The mini firestarter is really impressive! Great video, thanks.

  • @romac9516
    @romac9516 2 года назад

    Brilliant, what you said about "likely to carry" really is true. I never have my beloved Swiss Champ with me when I need it, it's too darn big to put in my jeans pocket. The Compact is perfect. The Climber offers more for similar price but is 3 layers to the Compact's 2 so the Compact it is :D

  • @yesmichaels4571
    @yesmichaels4571 2 года назад

    yet another informative video. using this piece soon. thanks

  • @marcbannerman7841
    @marcbannerman7841 2 года назад +1

    I really enjoyed your video. It was very helpful & informative. Thanks! 🙂

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  2 года назад

      Thanks Marc - good to hear 👍

  • @tanosanti
    @tanosanti 3 года назад +1

    Great video, thanks for sharing your experience with that precious piece

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад

      Thanks for the feedback David 👍

  • @Langersport
    @Langersport 3 года назад +4

    Great vid, thank you. I recently settled on the Compact as my EDC also. Looked at the tools I most often use - or must have available - from my SwissChamp and Hiker. Essentially came down to a blade, scissors, pen (+ a bottle opener for obvious reasons!). Compact fits the bill - has everything I need for EDC and very little I don’t (even the hook I’ve grown to appreciate thanks to Felix’s pen holder idea). Everyone’s EDC needs are different but this works for me.

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад +2

      Exactly my thinking too 👍

    • @sidneycavalcant
      @sidneycavalcant 2 года назад +1

      @@JonGadget Quase convencido pelo compact !

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  2 года назад +1

      @@sidneycavalcant 😀👍

  • @taraalea
    @taraalea 3 года назад

    I must say, this is the best guide I managed to find. I was about to hold from bying this one, cz needed a philips in emergency case, but you explanation was awesome indeed.

    • @JonathanElvidge
      @JonathanElvidge 3 года назад

      Thank you 🙏

    • @geraldmcmullon2465
      @geraldmcmullon2465 3 года назад +2

      The Philip screw driver as seen in the Champ with locking in place at 90 and 180 degrees is very good and a frequent use tool. The one found on the Tinker has more limited use as the bulk of the knife gets in the way. The combination tool found on the 58mm Manager and Rambler is a good compromise.

  • @SANDSCORCHER
    @SANDSCORCHER 2 года назад

    Love the fire stick and kindling upgrade😎👍🏻
    Excellent review Sir👍🏻

  • @Kiaboy60d
    @Kiaboy60d 2 года назад +1

    Great video jonathan. This is the EDC i will get. Many Thanks Rich.

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  2 года назад

      thanks for the feedback - still carrying mine

  • @runthomas
    @runthomas 3 года назад +1

    wow loving the firestick and the firestarting...not seen that before EVER...and i have seen them all.

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад

      Glad you enjoyed the video 👍

  • @Master_Bachelor
    @Master_Bachelor Год назад +4

    If I understand correctly, you use it for everyday urban carry. Why would you need a ferrocerium rod and kindling in the European urban environment? Arson?

    • @actionarslan
      @actionarslan Месяц назад +2

      He is clearly not a pyromaniac. More likely it’s for the London scenario where he gets kidnapped and taken to the woods. First he cuts his way through the rope w the knife, then deletes the perpetrators with the knife and cork crew. Then he builds a fire to stay warm and relax after hard work, then the scissors and wire stripper to to Hotwire the car to return home. Im certain that is a plausible scenario that is fair and within the parameters of the review

  • @SlackingSince1969
    @SlackingSince1969 2 года назад +1

    I finally got my Compact as a Christmas present yesterday. My wife got me the ceramic pen case style sharpener and a Nano Clip. Loving it.💓 It doesn't quite fit into my work pants comfortably with the Zippo I've been carrying for 2 months. I don't smoke. Amazing combo in a pair of jeans though. I would have never gotten one without your video Jonathan. Thank you. Next up -> Case Trapper with the bright green bone scales as an addition to my tiny collection. I've decided to sideline the purchase of the Huntsman. The Trapper is better suited for me as the compliment to The Compact for the time being.

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  2 года назад +1

      Great feedback - thanks for sharing and enjoy your Compact 👍

    • @SlackingSince1969
      @SlackingSince1969 2 года назад

      @@JonGadget Thanks for making this video. Without it I would still be looking for the right pocket knife.

  • @nicolanicola1067
    @nicolanicola1067 3 года назад +1

    Very Good the Compact! I have with me always my yellow victorinox compact!

  • @mozobrain
    @mozobrain 2 года назад +2

    I agree, and that is my edc as well, scales are the nylon textured grip, which i prefer. Keep up the good reviews.

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  2 года назад

      sounds great 👍 - I will try 🙂

  • @argus.
    @argus. 11 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you John for this video. Because if this I am purchased the Compact about 3/4 year before now and honestly: for me it is the only knife I need for urban EDC. There is no tool more practical out there.

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  11 месяцев назад

      great to hear

  • @WilliamParmley
    @WilliamParmley 2 года назад

    Outstanding review, thanks!

  • @andyg5058
    @andyg5058 9 месяцев назад

    Excellent demonstration. Thank you

  • @karendicampo4513
    @karendicampo4513 3 года назад +2

    Thanks for this, hadn't thought of using the wire stripper with the fire steel. It works so much better than the back of the knife

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад

      Yes, works much better 👍

  • @EmptyEyesAccuse
    @EmptyEyesAccuse 2 года назад +1

    I'm sold. Thank you!

  • @karlkristensen6106
    @karlkristensen6106 Год назад +1

    I love victorinox, quality knife, have the since 1980th, anbd buy occasionally

  • @saldomino1639
    @saldomino1639 5 месяцев назад

    Great Review ! Compact looks like a great EDC carry thanks !

  • @johnconnolly7179
    @johnconnolly7179 3 года назад +1

    Really fascinating video. Had never realised there was so much to the SAKs! That string carry tool looks like the perfect tool if you need to pull the manual release of a Land Rover electric park brake! I am a massive fan of Opinels for their simplicity/heritage but this seems like a great next step between that and a full blown Leatherman if needing some tools on the move.

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад +1

      If it’s under 200lb pull it should do it! Opinel are a classic knife but I would prefer a bit more functionality! This SAK is more compact and much lighter than a full size multi tool so better for EDC I would say.

  • @Bushmen918
    @Bushmen918 2 года назад +1

    Great video such a pleasant speaking voice, I love the scissors I have never found a better pair on any other combo tool.

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  2 года назад

      Thank you 🙏 - I agree scissors are very good 👍

  • @jeffhouser6703
    @jeffhouser6703 2 года назад +1

    In my youth, I carried the Climber model. Unfortunately, I had to give it up at a security checkpoint shortly after 9/11 and pretty much stopped carrying a pocket knife. I'm interested in carrying one again and have the benefit of the internet to explore all the different models available. I've settled on the Compact because it does seem to strike a good balance between functionality and size (particularly thickness) - which means I'm more likely to carry it. Thanks for the video and also for pointing out the aftermarket components too (e.g. fire starter). Great content - Thanks!

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  2 года назад

      It's still my EDC and I am sure it will be great for you too - thanks for the feedback 🙏

  • @doejon9424
    @doejon9424 3 года назад +5

    The file on the back of the parcel hook should be on most, if not all Victorinox models w/ hook ! Very neat knife.. Cool review!!

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад

      Yes, I'm not sure why it isn't on the others. Thanks for the feedback 👍

  • @pulitz09
    @pulitz09 3 года назад +1

    Very well done video. I just order mine.

  • @snowjoe43
    @snowjoe43 Год назад

    Excellent job on the video!

  • @lesstraveledpath
    @lesstraveledpath 3 года назад +3

    For an urban / office EDC, this is a really good choice. The mini corkscrew screw driver is surprisingly handy for eye glasses and removing battery covers.
    But the moment you add the ferro rod & kindling, I want the wood saw option. The wood saw is surprisingly good for processing small(er) wood into kindling. For anything "outdoors" I prefer either the Fieldmaster or the Huntsman (the difference is a dedicated philllips vs a dedicated corkscrew).

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад

      Completely agree - ferro and tinder more outdoor and Fieldmaster/Huntsman is perfect for that. However, I can have the tinder (cut in half) and the corkscrew screwdriver held in place in the corkscrew at the same time! So in my Compact even for urban use, I would rather have fire starting option than the toothpick option. Great feedback though.

  • @Solaar_Punk
    @Solaar_Punk 2 года назад +4

    Thanks for the review Jon, I had no idea the compact had this much stuff. I am indeed looking for a slimmer alternative to my huntsman (and I always feel a bit nervous taking that out in the uk anyway as the small blade and large when opened at the same time can potentially make it look a bit ominous). Thanks also for explaining the kindling and ferro rod attachments, I had seen them before but not understood them. For a new channel you have a really professional set up and presenting ability.

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  2 года назад +1

      Thanks for the kind comments - really appreciated 🙏

  • @lexington476
    @lexington476 Год назад +1

    8:55 all these decades of having a bunch of Swiss Army knives and I've never heard of tortoise gear and being able to retrofit the toothpick for a fire starter 🙂. Thanks, you gave me something else to spend money on 👍🤘.

  • @troyjenkins3886
    @troyjenkins3886 3 года назад +17

    I would imagine the nail file on back of the parcel hook would be good for lighting strike anywhere matches.

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад +5

      Good point - definitely 👍

  • @scottnewman8851
    @scottnewman8851 Год назад

    you give the best reviews.

  • @jaybarr3307
    @jaybarr3307 2 года назад +1

    Great review and demo!

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  2 года назад

      Thanks for the feedback

  • @RalfyCustoms
    @RalfyCustoms 2 года назад

    Hi Jonathan, recently subbed and thoroughly enjoy your channel, I just bought the Compact based on your review, and want to thank you, I think it's likely to become my favourite for EDC, I have a few other Victorinox knives and they are all great but fall short due to size, toolset etc, the Compact ticks all of my boxes, and after seeing your review I was confident that it would.
    Thanks again and best wishes to you and yours Ralfy

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  2 года назад

      That is great feedback Ralfy - thanks for letting me know - good to know it's been useful.

  • @clairehennessey
    @clairehennessey 3 года назад +2

    Wont leave the house without my compact it is the perfect EDC tool

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад +2

      totally agree 😃

    • @dmam412
      @dmam412 3 года назад

      @@JonGadget I wish the compact wasn’t so expensive. Also wish they had an option for replacing the corkscrew with a Phillips screwdriver. In America there aren’t many wine drinkers

  • @ydm6669
    @ydm6669 3 года назад +1

    Great video, I just ordered a Huntsman, and my next one will be the compact !

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад +1

      Excellent choices! 👍

  • @ParkerBinion
    @ParkerBinion 2 месяца назад

    Fantastic knife! I prefer the Yeoman - same tool set with the added in line Phillips/magnifying glass layer. That magnifying glass makes me so happy!

  • @robertdufour2456
    @robertdufour2456 2 года назад

    That fire strike is ingenious!

  • @samsonsam3523
    @samsonsam3523 10 месяцев назад +1

    hi Johnathan
    my favourite Swiss army knife is Compact and i have a Huntsman too and you are right about them, they are exactly as you said, Compact is urban EDC and the Huntsman is more towards bushcrafting.

  • @oleksiiyershov9414
    @oleksiiyershov9414 2 года назад

    Thanks for great video. I do carry the same for my edc needs. I have just changed scales for black coloured.
    A note: a combotool tip fits for philips screws, but is not designed for it.

  • @barbar7746
    @barbar7746 3 года назад +1

    I like the Picknicker/Nomad (the 111 mm version of the Spartan). I think it is perfect for someone who wants a knife for both urban and outdoor tasks. Also, it is still light with only two layers so easy to carry. I also added the mini screwdriver inside the corkscrew.

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад

      It looks like a great dual purpose knife. The problem in the UK is that it has a lockable blade which makes it illegal to carry in the UK! So I’ve never owned one of these.

  • @ccmogs5757
    @ccmogs5757 3 года назад +1

    Same 2 SAK"s as myself - farmer & compact (edc) plus a spirit kept in work (uk) :)

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад +1

      I have Spirit X too. Great combination.

  • @lifenature5463
    @lifenature5463 2 года назад

    The compact is one of my favorite SAK.
    Lately, I'm carry an 84mm Golfer. I added the pen to the Golfer scales. I prefer it over the compact because it is even smaller, and is missing only the hook.

  • @Brink1957
    @Brink1957 Год назад +1

    Great video and I have just ordered one of these very useful looking knives.

  • @Jaden48108
    @Jaden48108 3 года назад +1

    I'm a guy who has never met a knife he didn't like and a big fan of Victorinox knives. It's a great little utilitarian knife. Not one I would take camping as I have two others for that but isn't it amazing how often we wish we had a knife like the one you demonstrated but didn't?

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад

      Agree this is more urban, but as an EDC knife it’s ideal 👍

  • @grahamekellermeier8280
    @grahamekellermeier8280 Год назад

    Always have one on me they are so cute and cuddly.

  • @guillaumepare9651
    @guillaumepare9651 3 месяца назад

    Funny, I posted a comment few days ago on your video about the actual state of Victorinox cie. I mentionned that I carry my Compact every days. And now I see it's your favorite too...

  • @c2x3i
    @c2x3i 2 года назад +10

    I rarely comment on videos but just wanted to say thanks for this one. I've always had an Explorer, but it was just that little bit too bulky to be a comfortable EDC. The Compact is perfect, but the real star of the show is that Keysmart pocket hanger! It holds the knife vertical in the pocket, keeps it all neat and comfortable. Highly recommend finding one to make the Compact perfect EDC.

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  2 года назад +1

      Hi Adam, thanks for the great feedback. I agree, the Keysmart hanger is a game changer for Vic carry - they are getting harder to find although there are a couple of other options.

  • @Triaz357
    @Triaz357 2 года назад +2

    Love your videos. I have been carrying an Opinel 6 or a Case two blade. I decided to go with a Victorinox for my new pocket knife. After much research (there are so many models lol) I am between the Climber and the Compact. I think I’m going with the Climber. I really want that small blade. The plus scales on the Compact are very tempting though. Your videos have helped a ton. Thanks.

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  2 года назад +1

      Thanks for the feedback and kind comments. You can always add plus scales to the Climber if that helps?

    • @Triaz357
      @Triaz357 2 года назад +2

      @@JonGadget I went ahead and ordered a white Climber last night. I will look into swapping scales but I really like those white scales on it. To be fair I will probably end up with a Compact too at some point 😂. If I’m going to be honest I believe I just stepped into a rabbit hole, I will likely end up with many Victorinox knives.

  • @esku75
    @esku75 3 года назад +3

    My dream SAK would be a 93mm 2 layers alox with knife, scissors and combo tool. It can be made by modding but I’m not paying ridiculous amount of money for that. Nice video

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад +1

      Mods are so expensive - may be Victorinox are watching?

  • @RadicalPersonalFinance
    @RadicalPersonalFinance Год назад

    Great video!

  • @blazel462
    @blazel462 3 года назад +1

    I carry a Hiker. It has tools that can easily be used around the house as well as outdoors, hiking and camping.
    I do bring a fixed blade in those latter cases as well.

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад +1

      Hiker is a great option for dual use and philips is a great addition - I would miss those scissors though.

    • @blazel462
      @blazel462 3 года назад +1

      @@JonGadget that hook actually interests me. I think it’s utility may be quite underrated.

  • @1valg
    @1valg 3 года назад +8

    You are in luck. You agree with me that the Compact is the best EDC 😉

  • @planethexa
    @planethexa 2 года назад +1

    Thank you. Very useful indeed.

  • @edwardfletcher7790
    @edwardfletcher7790 3 года назад +2

    Thumbs up for mentioning Felix Immler the RUclips God of Swiss Army Knives.
    I see you're a fan of the Immler firestarter technique too !
    Good review, you did forget to mention the 90deg lock on the can opener combo screwdriver tho'. I use my corkscrew a lot for undoing knots.
    You've obviously used all of those tool options, excellent details !

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад

      Yes a big fan. Although Felix uses back of saw blade as a striker. Wire stripper works better!

    • @edwardfletcher7790
      @edwardfletcher7790 3 года назад +1

      @@JonGadget That depends on the knife model, my wire stripper on my old Champ is factory smooth, same with my old Picnicker. The saw blade back is sharp on every model.

  • @runthomas
    @runthomas 3 года назад +4

    my favorite swiss army is the rambler....always on my keychain...
    other than that i sometimes carry a prooper knife and that is the climber....love it to bits...

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад

      Both really good choices. I
      particularly like the Climber, 3rd layer just makes it a bit big for every day. Rambler is a good pocket/keychain option though

    • @JBass33
      @JBass33 3 года назад +1

      I am also a big fan of the Climber. Carry it everyday with a pocket clip.

  • @artswri
    @artswri 2 месяца назад

    Great choice. It’s a great edc choice

  • @magnusjohansson295
    @magnusjohansson295 Год назад

    Agreed that the scissors are really good and useful!

  • @kixb4632
    @kixb4632 3 года назад +1

    Great video, just subscribed! ✌️

  • @filtonkingswood
    @filtonkingswood Год назад

    I just purchased one as it gave me all the functions I needed in the smallest size possible... then I came across your vid.. spooky.

  • @wizzfzhy
    @wizzfzhy 2 года назад +1

    always love compact I already used it for a year now...

  • @dannyo3317
    @dannyo3317 Год назад

    I do not think that I can pick one or even two perfect knives. You are better at that than I. When I went to Austria, I had such a difficult time even deciding on the first one to buy. One thing that I do know, like you, is that the scissors are most important, after a blade.

  • @stefank.699
    @stefank.699 Год назад

    Many thanks for your helpful video, Jonathan. Indeed I lost lost the Spartan which accompanied me for years lately and I'm hardly pondering whether to replace it with another Spartan or a Compact. Your video might have tipped the balance.
    Cheers
    Stefan

  • @bobbuilder118
    @bobbuilder118 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for the video.

  • @raymondgrose9118
    @raymondgrose9118 Месяц назад

    I have had a SAK in my work bag and car for years. I find a use for it nearly every day. I have never once used the scissors. Too many models have scissors in my opinion.
    My favourite SAK is the Mountaineer (It has a file) and the Field-master.

  • @Comment0815
    @Comment0815 Год назад

    I really use the toothpick very often in my SAK but I also love the firefly. Luckily there is the option to open the hidden slot on the plus scales to carry both. Only the toothpick would need some modification as Felix Immler demonstrated in his channel.

  • @irfanyang7343
    @irfanyang7343 2 года назад +2

    One use of the corkscrew I found by accident was unplugging the cap nozzles of silicone bottles. The thing was clogged with old silicone, corkscrew saved the day.

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  2 года назад +1

      good idea - thanks for sharing

  • @Northanteus
    @Northanteus 3 года назад +5

    Everyone has different preferences, of course, depending on what they run into often. I prefer to have the wood saw, metal file/metal saw and scissors, so that is why I'd have to go Ranger, at the least. 😁

    • @bdh3949
      @bdh3949 3 года назад +1

      Spot on for me too. I own 3 Rangers, one for the car, one in my outdoor daypack, one on the edc tray.

    • @johnossendorf9979
      @johnossendorf9979 2 года назад +1

      I'v pocket carried my Swiss Champ nearly every day since 1985. It's a part of me and it's many features have saved my bacon many times !

  • @SurvivalistChick
    @SurvivalistChick 3 года назад +1

    By the way, I'm loving your background wall!

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад +1

      Thanks 🙏 it’s made up of stuff I’ve collected over the years! Only addition is LED coloured lights for RUclips purposes.

  • @ricardogonzalezrecio8858
    @ricardogonzalezrecio8858 3 года назад +1

    Crear review. Many thanks. 👏👏👏👏❤

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад

      Thank you Ricardo 🙏

  • @edvinson8998
    @edvinson8998 Год назад

    Thank you!

  • @LordQuiche
    @LordQuiche Год назад

    Good vid!

  • @wildweasel8564
    @wildweasel8564 2 года назад +2

    This is also my favorite SAK! I've carried mine every day for 20 years, 6 of which were in the Middle East. If I could change anything it would be to replace the parcel hook with the eyed awl. After the scissors the corkscrew gets quite a bit of use. The pin hidden by the corkscrew is a carryover from when this used to be the Golfer.

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  2 года назад +1

      great feedback - agree on the awl!

    • @wildweasel8564
      @wildweasel8564 2 года назад

      @@JonGadget We need to start a 'movement' to cancel the parcel hook!

    • @milosjovic617
      @milosjovic617 5 месяцев назад

      A bit late to the thread guys, @johngadget, but you could actually use the fixed blade part of the scissors as a "light-duty" awl with a pinch grip - for leather, plastics and other softer materials. For drilling holes in the wood, you could use it to start a hole and then the corkscrew to finish it off gently. Of course, all this would be pure improvisation for emergencies only, but, I guess that's what's cool about SAKs as they do leave a lot of wiggle-room if you do not rush and respect and know their limits. And, from my own stance, Compact with its Combo Tool is all about improvising and getting the most out of the least, which is why it was the first SAK i got and the only one I still have.
      Cheers!

  • @DougieFrank
    @DougieFrank Год назад

    Great videos - many thanks.
    I love Victorinox & have an extensive collection, but a proper philips head screwdriver is a must for me, & I wont buy anything without one.
    I dont like the mid-mount philips either, so the Explorer & Huntsman lite are my 2 favourite SAK's for EDC.

  • @txtoolcrib
    @txtoolcrib 3 года назад +6

    This is definitely one of my favorites. Though I find my ideal SAK comes with the electrician and pruner blade.

    • @JonGadget
      @JonGadget  3 года назад +1

      Hi Ben, I get the electrician blade, but the pruner? For pruning presumably?

    • @FreedomFox1
      @FreedomFox1 3 года назад +1

      @@JonGadget The pruner is great for opening boxes and other utility work.

    • @sidneycavalcant
      @sidneycavalcant 2 года назад

      Qual o modelo com pruner blade ?