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As you can see, that is a long feature list. The SAK 91mm models are the most popular Swiss Army Knives from Victorinox. And the Swiss Champ has almost all the tools that you will find in any popular 91mm SAK. Yes, in a way, the Swiss Champ is the Swiss Army Knife of Swiss Army Knives! What's even better is that many of the Swisstool features are dual-purpose, particularly if you spend a little time on YouTube, where there are several Victorinox enthusiast's videos demonstrating uses for Swiss Army Knife tools that Carl Elsener never dreamed about..! The toolset includes a large blade, scissors, can opener, wood saw, bottle opener, fish scaler, slotted remover, thread loop, Phillips screwdriver, corkscrew, nail file/cleaner, reamer, and a key ring. The hook can do anything from carrying a bundle to tightening lashings. It’s a pain to open though unless you have long nails.Make sure you consider this, especially if you want something that opens with one hand.
As such, some of the tools in the Swiss Champ like the fish-scaler and even the wood saw, are almost useless to me as these are mostly used in an outdoor environment. Your usage may vary. Also, if you are a big and tall man, the size and weight may not be an issue for you. Victorinox Classic SD sacrifices a bit of versatility for lighter weight and better carry ability. It’s not as vicious-looking as its big brothers, but it’s irreplaceable for EDC. However, this is not very comfortable with the Swiss Champ. Using the ballpoint pen like this feels even more awkward just because of the wide girth of the Swiss Champ.
Our Verdict
All-in-all, with the Swisschamp, a total of 47 available tools available - in one compact belt pouch. Amazing. Finally, continuing on with all the amazing different functions of this Victorinox knife, we have a pair of viciously sharp plain-edge blades (small and main). I last used them to whittle wooden stakes in the woods, and they worked like a charm.
I never used the ruler cause I’m more of a survival guy, but it’s definitely useful for small jobs around the house. In this Swiss Aarmy knives list, I’ve outlined what to look for based on your personal needs and preferences. I covered EDC, hunting & fishing, survival, hiking, camping, first aid… The Victorinox Swiss Army Fieldmaster is primarily designed as a multi-tool for outdoor use, including camping, gardening, hiking, fishing, bushcraft... This makes it a perfect companion in any type of survival scenario.
Conclusion
The reamer is probably one of the least understood tools on this Victorinox Swiss army knife. Some people still refer to it as “the awl”, but it’s basically the same thing. Sure, you can use it to punch holes in leather belts and canvas or drill through wood. But the extra hole actually serves as a sewing needle. Apart from the corkscrew and the nail file/cleaner, I like what I see. It’s more than enough utility to justify its low price tag. The scissors can be used for a lot of fine trimming, but are obviously not ideal for large-scale cutting. In fact, most of the tools in the Swiss Champ feel bulky and unwieldy for prolonged and heavy use, especially with my medium-sized hands. If you have bigger stronger hands, your experience might be different. For occasional use, however, this discomfort is not noticeable. That last paragraph is just to prove this is a real review, from one who has two Victorinox SwissChamps - and a whole host of other items from the same source. Not some "Paid-for" chinglish scribblings.
As I already mentioned, when it comes to classic Swiss Army knives for any outdoor activity, my favorite is Victorinox Swiss Army Fieldmaster. If you want to open a bottle of wine, you can go for the Huntsman, for the extra corkscrew.Contrary to popular belief, I’ve never used the saw for firewood. I can usually break the branches I need by hand. And if I can’t, they’re probably not dry enough anyway. Apart from regular outdoor stuff, your knives also need to handle potential wounds, punctures, gashes… A slot for a sewing needle, a good pair of scissors, tweezers, a reliable blade… This is all a MUST-HAVE! It’s a bit on a bulkier side, though (with 4 layers) so I wouldn’t recommend it as one of your EDC knives. However, it should be a perfect companion for hunting and fishing. There’s really no limit here, except your personal needs and imagination. Theoretically, you can even carry a Victorinox SwissChamp, if you really want to go overboard.
The magnifying glass might look useless, but it’s a godsend when used with tweezers. And it can also start a fire in a pinch. That’s why Victorinox Swiss Army Fieldmaster will always be my champion Swiss army knife for survival. The Victorinox Huntsmanis an excellent alternative. There’s No Such Thing as the Best Swiss Army Knife… I remember having to cut my friend out of his jeans after getting impaled on a large branch. The blade on my trusty Victorinox Fieldmaster did it in seconds. You never realize how important a blade, scissors, and a sewing needle can be until you’re faced with that kind of situation. The small saw tool comes with extremely aggressive teeth. You won’t fall any trees with it, but it’ll saw through branches and make notches on wood like there’s no tomorrow.
The saw is housed in an extra layer. So, the Victorinox Hiker has 3 layers of tools, while the Victorinox Tinker has only 2. Just some food for thought regarding a slimmer profile and its effect on the overall carry ability. My own favorite Swisschamp tool is/are the pliers, which, though small in size, include a crimper, wire cutter, nut gripper and serrated plier tips - all in a compact yet robust tool.
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