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Swiss Army Knife (German: Schweizer Armeemesser or Schweizer Offiziersmesser), also often called Swiss Knife (Schweizer Messer) or universal knife, is a tool that contains many tools. A folding knife with a blade, named after the Swiss military equipped soldiers with this type of utility knife. The basic tools in a Swiss Army Knife are often ballpoint pens, toothpicks, scissors, flat knives, can openers, screwdrivers, tweezers, etc. To use these tools, simply pull it out from the fold of the blade and it's ready to go.

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Introduction

Development History The founder of the Swiss Army Knife

The birth of the "Swiss Champion", unique design< /p>

VICTORY (Victoria), dedicated to the memory of mother

The world-recognized "quality trump card"

Brand Victorinox saber

Prestige Go Saber

Saber Type Climber

Swiss Champion

Hunter

Hunter

New Job Champion

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Standards

Application design

To identify authenticity, firstly, look at the English on the root of the knife

Secondly, look at the Swiss Army Knife logo.

Camouflage handle

Cleaning and maintenance

Price

Practical introduction

Development history Founder of the Swiss Army Knife

The birth of "Swiss Champion", unique design

VICTORY (Victoria), dedicated to the memory of mother

A "quality trump card" recognized by the world

Brand Victorinox Saber

Vigo Saber

Saber Type Climber

Swiss Champion

Hunter

< p>Hunter

New Job Champion

Standard

Application Design

To identify authenticity, first of all, look at the English on the root of the main knife

Secondly, look at the Swiss Army Knife logo.

Camouflage handle

Cleaning and maintenance

Price and practicality

Swiss Army Knife

[Edit this paragraph] Introduction

In 1891, Swiss Karl Elsener was the first person to make the Swiss Army Knife. The Swiss Army Knife at that time had a wooden handle (mostly plastic and metal today) and only two tools, a screwdriver and a can opener. In 1897, Karl Elsener invented a new spring, and the Swiss Army Knife began to be able to hold more tools. The 1890s was the era when the Swiss military began to use Swiss-made knives. In the past, they all used German-made knives. In 1909, Karl Elsener began to engrave a white cross shield on the red handle of the Swiss Army Knife as a trademark, and named the product after his mother, Victoria, and founded Victorinox. In the 1940s, the U.S. military stationed in Europe loved this multi-purpose knife. However, because they could not pronounce the German word Offiziermesser (the original meaning of German was "officer's knife"), they called this knife the Swiss Army Knife. Victorinox is still supplying this kind of knife to the Swiss military. Another company that supplies Swiss Army knives to the Swiss military is Wenger. In addition to these two companies, there are many manufacturers that produce similar multi-purpose knives. But generally only Victorinox and Wenger products are considered authentic Swiss Army knives. Today, there are quite a lot of types of Swiss Army knives, and the tools included in them are also innovative, such as new LCD clock displays, LED flashlights, USB memory disks for computers, lighters, and even MP3 players, etc. Today, the Swiss Army still issues Swiss Army Knives! In February 2008, the Swiss Arms Office evaluated new military knives provided by seven domestic and foreign manufacturers, including Victorinox.

In July, after the relevant departments analyzed the quality and technical performance of the saber, they believed that the saber produced by Victorinox was the best value for money.

[Edit this paragraph] History of development

The founder of the Swiss Army Knife

Charles, the fourth son of the shoemaker Balthazar Elsener Ott ·Elsener made up his mind to become a toolmaker. After spending several years as a worker in the TUTTLINGEN district of southern Germany, he returned to his hometown at the age of 24 and opened a restaurant in IBACH near SCHWYZ in Switzerland in 1884. A factory of your own. There was almost no industry in the SCHWYZ area at that time, so many young farmers were forced to immigrate to North America, Australia or New Zealand. In order to create new job opportunities, Carl Elsener initiated and founded the Swiss Knife Industry Mutual Aid Association in 1891. Its main purpose was to manufacture soldiers' knives that the Swiss army at that time had to purchase from SOLINGEN (place name) in Germany. In October 1891, the association produced the first batch of military knives destined for the Swiss Army. Carl Elsener then began making other exquisitely designed pocket knives, which he distinguished by names such as student's knife, officer's knife, and peasant's knife, instead of numbers. The soldier's knife was very thick and therefore bulky, so Carl Elsener made a lighter and more beautiful knife especially for officers. This knife had all the blades, awls, can openers and screwdrivers of the soldier's knife. In addition, there is a small blade and a corkscrew. This new model with six blades mounted on two springs was called the "officer's knife" by Carl. This design was officially registered on the 2nd of 1897.

The birth of the "Swiss Champion" and its unique design

This convenient, multi-functional pocket knife quickly became extremely popular and began to receive more and more orders from abroad. of orders. The functions of the knife were constantly improved, and soon tools such as wood saws and scissors were added to the knife. Soon, a bottle cap screwdriver was added to the big screwdriver, and a small screwdriver was added to the Swiss Army knife. Later, a nail file, a toothpick, tweezers, a metal saw with a metal file, a scale remover with a hook spit and a ruler, a Phillips screwdriver, a key ring and a magnifying glass were added to the knife. Today's Swiss Army knives can have more than a hundred combinations of functions. Among the various military knives, the "flagship" is the "Swiss Champion" with 31 functions. The total weight of this knife with all the tools and the tool box does not exceed the planned 95 grams (6.5 ounces), making it easy to carry. The Museum of Modern Art in New York and the German Museum of Applied Arts in Munich both collect VICTORINOX "Champions" as "industrial design masterpieces". The "Swiss Champion" is composed of 64 independent parts and requires more than 450 processes during the production process.

VICTORY (Victoria), dedicated to the memory of his mother

In 1909, after Carl Elsener’s mother died, he changed his mother’s Christian name to VICTORY (Victoria) as his trademark. Stainless steel was invented in 1921, so after IBACH (place name) made stainless steel knives, the word INOX was combined with VICTORY to form the VICTORINOX trademark that is still in use today. VICTORINOX now has more than 950 employees. It is the largest industrial enterprise in the SCHWYZ region and the largest tool manufacturer in Europe. From 1945 to 1949, VICTORINOX pocket knives were sold in large quantities to special stores of the U.S. Army, Navy and Air Force. This business also made the Swiss Army Knife famous around the world. For American officers and soldiers, the name "Offiziermesser" was too difficult and convoluted, so they simply called it the "Swiss Army Knife." This name is now well known in English-speaking countries and regions. It is called "Couteau Suise" in France and "Schweizer Messer" in Germany and Austria, both of which refer to "Swiss knife". President LYNDON B.JOHNSON of the United States once presented 4,000 pocket knives engraved with his initials to his guests at the White House. This tradition was later followed by Presidents Ronald Reagan and George W. Bush.

Recognized as a “quality trump card” around the world

Swiss diplomats and senior military officials often present Swiss Army knives to the host countries they visit. The Swiss Army Knife has a special appeal for pilots. In 1960, after the American U2 reconnaissance pilot FRANCIS GRAY POWERS (name) was shot down over Russia, the Russians made all the items on him public, including the famous little red Swiss Army Knife. The Nigerian Air Force has ordered a large number of Swiss Army knives with curved blades, which can be used to cut the ropes tied to parachutes to escape when the situation is over. Since the German army also purchased military knives from IBACH (place name) since 1976, the German eagle was printed on the Swiss "+" on the olive green scabbard. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration of the United States has also ordered the "Swiss Army Knife" as standard equipment on the "Columbia" space shuttle. "Swiss Army Knife" is often imitated in foreign countries such as Germany, France, Spain, the United States, Japan and China, but the quality is not as good as the real thing. Unfortunately, however, many copies abroad were stamped with the Swiss Cross, which had to be prevented through the mediation of Swiss ambassadors and a court order. Criminals add crosses on military knives to make them look fake, but there are only two Swiss manufacturers, VICTORINOX and WENGER, that are officially authorized to use crosses on knives.

[Edit this paragraph] Brand

There are only two brands of authentic Swiss Army knives in the world (there are two types of Swiss Army knives we usually call, one is Victorinox with a shield-shaped logo) Sabers, one is the round-marked Wenger saber) are Victorinox and Wenger respectively. Victorinox is currently the largest tool manufacturer in Europe and is located in the small town of Ibaco in the canton of Schwyz, surrounded by mountains in central Switzerland. In 1884, knifemaker Carl Elsener founded a knife workshop here, which is the predecessor of today's Victorinox company. In 1909, Elsener's mother passed away. To commemorate her, the factory was renamed after her, Victoria. After stainless steel (Inox) appeared locally in 1921, the word "stainless steel" was added to the company name, thus creating The now well-known Victorinox brand was formed. After more than 100 years of ups and downs, the company has grown from a handicraft workshop with only more than 20 people at the beginning to a large tool factory with more than 1,000 employees today, producing more than 100,000 knives of various types every day, 90% of which are exported abroad. The company's products have also grown from the original one to more than 800 currently. The current chairman is Carl Elsener III, the grandson of the founder. Since the Swiss Victorinox military knife was launched in 1884, it has continuously strived for excellence to produce products of the highest level.

Victorinus Saber

Victorinox manufactures not only a world-famous 'saber', but also a saber that is widely used in travel, mountaineering, diving, model aircraft sports, and repairs. 'Multi-functional tool' for bicycles, cars and everyday life. The Swiss Victorinox Military Knife (Victorinox) is a great gift. The pursuit of perfection is the consistent tradition of the Swiss Victorinox Military Knife. Years of research and innovation have enabled each component of the military knife to achieve the best shape and have the most complete functions; therefore It has been selected as a White House gift by several presidents of the United States. The handle of the knife is engraved with the president's signature and given to guests. NASA lists it as an astronaut carry-on tool. In addition, many multinational companies in the world and banks will engrave their names or trademarks on them as advertising materials and conference souvenirs to give to customers. Victorinox products make the perfect gift. Another good helper in life!

Wego Army Knife

Wego Army Knife: a pure Swiss Army Knife born in 1893. In 1900, with the cooperation of Mr. Theo Wenger and Mr. Henger Sandoz, the president, the Swiss Wenger Company was officially established. For a century, Swiss Wego Company has continuously enriched, enriched and perfected its famous products with a long history of this century. Today, Weige Company has become a leader in the world's cutting tool industry and a super competitive product in the world's cutting tool industry. The Wego genuine Swiss Army Knife is also known as "a high-quality knife product made using watchmaking technology."

[Edit this paragraph] Types of military knives

Climber

"Climber" is the most popular style of Swiss army knives among Chinese friends, and it is equipped with all the tools. It is the most commonly used one. It is equipped for daily home life. It has just the right tools and can also be used for general low-intensity travel activities. Specifications: 14 functions, length 9.1 cm, width 2.6 cm, thickness 1.8 cm, weight 85 grams. Functions (for reference only) 1. Main knife 2. Pocket knife 3. Can opener 4. Small slotted screwdriver (also suitable for Phillips screws) 5. Scissors 6. Bottle opener 7. Large slotted screwdriver 8. Wire stripping slot 9 , cork drill 10, multi-purpose hook 11, drilling awl 12, toothpick 13, tweezers 14, key ring

Swiss Champion

The "Swiss Champion" is the one with the most functions and applications The widest range of models. It is most suitable for field trips, travel adventures, vacations, camping and other situations. Due to its comprehensive functions and exquisite design, having a knife in your hand makes you feel like you have a real universal tool box, which can be used like magic to combine various applications when needed. It is an ideal equipment. It is also a classic representative of the Swiss Army Knife and is collected by the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Museum of Applied Arts in Munich as "World Design Classics". When not in use, place it on your bookshelf or wine cabinet. The rich knife culture and exquisite production craftsmanship will surely attract every visiting guest. Specifications: 32 functions, length 9.1 cm, width 2.6 cm, thickness 3.3 cm, weight 185 grams. Functions (for reference only) 1. Large knife 2. Pocket knife 3. Cork drill 4. Can opener, comes with: 5. – Small screwdriver can also be used for Phillips screws 6. Bottle opener, comes with: 7. – Screwdriver 8. -Wire stripping slot 9. Drilling awl 10. Key ring 11. Tweezers 12. Toothpick 13. Scissors 14. Multi-purpose hook (carrying packages) 15. Wood saw 16. Scaling knife, also comes with: 17. -Removal Hook 18. - Ruler (centimeter and inch) 19. Nail file, comes with 20. - Steel file 21. - Nail scaler 22. - Hacksaw 23. Micro screwdriver 24. Wooden chisel 25. Pliers, comes with: 26. - Wire cutters 27. Wire removal tool 28. Phillips screwdriver 29. Magnifying glass 30. Ballpoint pen 31. Pin, stainless steel 32. Eyeglass screwdriver (patented product) 33. Sewing hole

Hunter

< p> "Hunter" adds "Wood Saw" to "Climber". The "wood saw" is the most basic configuration of travel and outing tools. It can handle branches with a diameter of 5 cm. It is indispensable whether it is sawing wood to make a bonfire or making a walking stick. The camouflage uniform is different from the red style of the traditional saber style, and shows a unique field charm. Specifications: 15 functions, length 9.1 cm, width 2.6 cm, thickness 2 cm, weight 100 grams. Functions (for reference only) 1. Large knife 2. Pocket knife 3. Cork drill 4. Can opener, comes with: 5. Small screwdriver (can also be used for Phillips screws) 6. Bottle opener, comes with: 7. Screwdriver 8. Wire stripping slot 9. Drilling awl 10. Key ring 11. Tweezers 12. Toothpick 13. Scissors 14. Multi-purpose hook (carrying packages) 15. Wood saw

Hunter

The small curved-tooth sickle on the "Hunter" is specially designed to deal with various flexible ropes and plant stems. It can automatically bite the object being cut to prevent the blade from slipping, making the "Hunter" a unique professional-level hunting adventure knife among authentic Swiss Army knives. Therefore, its unique hunter's logo of a stag's head is printed on the hilt. Because it is simple, it is more professional - you are welcome to join the ranks of "Deer Hunters"! Specifications: 12 functions, 11.1cm long, 3cm wide, 1.8cm thick, 100g weight.

Functions (for reference only) 1. Big knife (lockable) 2. Cork drill 3. Wood saw (combination tool) 4. Bottle opener 5. Can opener 6. Screwdriver 7. Wire stripping slot 8. Hunter's sickle 9 , drilling awl 10, key ring 11, tweezers 12, toothpicks

New Work Champion

"New Work Champion" is the best of Victorinox's authentic Swiss professional series. The 9cm long lockable broadsword, the elegant black matte wavy handle, and various powerful tools give you a kingly look. Capable of all kinds of super-intensive use. Specifications: 22 functions, 11.1 cm long, 3 cm wide, 2.8 cm thick, weighing 208 grams. The "Artisan/Master Craftsman" model is second only to the "Swiss Champion" in terms of functionality. It is equipped with 5 special tools in addition to regular tools: pliers can not only cut iron wire, bend iron sheets, and tighten nuts, but can also be used to pull strings, Bent fish hooks, etc., coupled with handy tools such as wood saws and hacksaws, can not only solve your emergencies in daily life, but can also be used to complete professional work of a certain intensity. Therefore, American astronauts also choose this style as a portable tool during their work in space. You can try it too. The "famous craftsman" uses a "cross screwdriver" instead of the "craftsman's" "cork drill", and the other tools are the same. Specifications: 24 functions, length 9.1 cm, width 2.6 cm, thickness 2.7 cm, weight 120 grams. Functions (for reference only) 1 Large knife 2. Pocket knife 3. Cork drill (famous craftsman: cork drill) 4. Can opener, also attached: 5. Small screwdriver can also be used for Phillips screws 6. Bottle opener, also attached Attached: 7. Screwdriver 8. Wire stripping slot 9. Drilling awl 10. Key ring 11. Tweezers 12. Toothpick 13. Scissors 14. Multipurpose hook (carrying packages) 15. Wood saw 16. Wood chisel 17. Nail file, attached 18. -Steel file 19. -Nail descaler 20. -Hacksaw 21. Micro screwdriver 22． Pliers, also attached: 23. -Wire cutters Specifications: 24 functions, length 9.1 cm, width 2.6 cm, thickness 2.7 cm, weight 120 grams.

Standard

"Standard" is a hardcover version of conventional tools that is lightweight, slim and easy to carry. If you are looking for a regular multi-tool knife that is more economical but beautiful and durable, this is a good option to consider. *"Red Standard" is the same as "Sports Standard" except for the blade surface. Specifications: 12 functions, 9.1 cm long, 2.6 cm wide, 1.3 cm thick, weighing 65 grams. The biggest feature of the "Mountainer" is the special tool "hacksaw (file)" it is equipped with. Not only can it be used to file the edges and corners of metal, and saw off the extra long parts of screws and rivets, but it can also be used in conjunction with the "nail descaler" attached to the top to clean and trim your nails at any time, making you look good and presentable. Be confident at all times. Specifications: 18 functions, length 9.1 cm, width 2.6 cm, thickness 1.9 cm, weight 100 grams. The "Super Pocket Champion" is the most comprehensive model in the "Exquisite Series". There are not only regular daily life tools, but also some unusual special tools that are unique. The newly improved retractable ballpoint pen with a small light-emitting tube saves you the trouble of carrying a separate pen and flashlight. Specifications: 16 functions, length 5.8 cm, width 1.7 cm, thickness 1.3 cm, weight 45 grams. The "Exemplary SD" itself belongs to the "Exquisite Series" of Victorinox's authentic Swiss Army knives. The difference from the ordinary "Exemplary" is that a "small screwdriver" is used instead of a "nail remover". The sabers of the "Exquisite Series" are particularly small in size, about the same size as a large key, and are most convenient to carry around in daily life. Trim your nails, tighten a screw, etc. with ease. Convenient life is so chic. Specifications: 7 functions, 5.8 cm long, 1.7 cm wide, 0.9 cm thick, 25 grams in weight. "Field Army" belongs to the "Standard Series" of Victorinox's authentic Swiss Army knives. It has a special tool "double-row sharp-toothed wood saw" that is very suitable for field use. It can easily cut branches with a diameter of 5 cm, making it a veritable "field army". Specifications: 13 functions, length 9.1 cm, width 2.6 cm, thickness 1.3 cm, weight 65 grams.

The "Waiter" itself belongs to the "Lightweight Series" of Victorinox's authentic Swiss Army knives. The function configuration is simple and lightweight, as the saying goes, "There are not too many tools, just enough is enough." Carry one with you for flexibility and convenience everywhere. Specifications: 9 functions, 8.4 cm long, 2.5 cm wide, 1.1 cm thick, 35 grams in weight. "Recruit" itself belongs to the "light series" of Victorinox's authentic Swiss Army knives. Suitable for daily study and life use of students and friends. It can be used for sharpening pencils, cutting paper, doing handicrafts, opening soda bottles, picnics, etc. Specifications: 10 functions, 8.4 cm long, 2.5 cm wide, 1.3 cm thick, 50 grams in weight

[Edit this paragraph] Application design

The Swiss Army Knife has taken place in application design Huge changes. First of all, there are generally three specifications in terms of length (handle). Taking Venos knives as an example, they are small, medium and large, which are about 5.8 cm, 9.1 cm and 11.1 cm. Small knives are suitable for women and teenagers in terms of combined functions. They can be carried with a key chain and are mostly used in home life, such as "Boy Scouts", "Mini Champions", etc. Due to its moderate length, the medium-sized knife can be used as a common tool when traveling in the wild, and it is also a good helper at home and at work. "Classic, Chairman" etc. Large knives generally have handshake-type handles, which feel comfortable in the hand. They are good helpers for field trips, mountaineering adventures and some work, such as the "Hunter, Work Champion" and other models. In addition to differences in size and design, Swiss Army knives are mainly composed of hundreds of models for different purposes and uses. There are "campers", "climbers", "mountainers", etc. suitable for outdoor travel, adventure mountaineering, etc. There are "fishing kings" and "fishermen" who fish, etc.; there are "car lovers" and "craftsmen" who are suitable for drivers; there are "manager" and "boss" knives specially designed for managers, and there are even knives specially designed for managers. Suitable knife types designed for left-handers, etc. This convenient, multifunctional pocket knife quickly became extremely popular and began to receive more and more orders from abroad. The functions of the knife were constantly improved, and soon tools such as wood saws and scissors were added to the knife. Soon, a bottle cap screwdriver was added to the big screwdriver, and a small screwdriver was added to the can opener. Later, a nail file, a toothpick, tweezers, a metal saw with a metal file, a scale remover with a hook spit and a ruler, a Phillips screwdriver, a key ring and a magnifying glass were added to the knife. Today's Swiss Army knives can have more than a hundred combinations of functions. Among the various military knives, the "flagship" is the "Swiss Champion" with 31 functions. The total weight of this knife with all the tools and the tool box does not exceed the planned 95 grams (6.5 ounces), making it easy to carry. The Museum of Modern Art in New York and the German Museum of Applied Arts in Munich both collect VICTORINOX "Champions" as "industrial design masterpieces". The "Swiss Champion" is composed of 64 independent parts and requires more than 450 processes during the production process.

[Edit this paragraph] Identification of authenticity

First of all, look at the English words on the base of the main blade

The front of the main blade of the authentic Victorinox Swiss Army Knife will be Write the following rows in English: VICTORINOX SWITZERLAND STAINLESS ROSTFREI Generally speaking, it is the top four rows. Recently, I have occasionally seen the bottom three rows. (Most sabers of 58, 74, 84, 91, and 111 mm are like the above) VICTORINOX SWISS MADE STAINLESS 111 mm sabers with numbers starting with 0.84 are basically the following three rows in English: VICTORINOX SWITZERLAND STAINLESS There is no final In the upper row of ROSTFREI, most Victorinox Swiss Army knives also have English on the back of the base of the blade (58mm, 74mm, 0.6910, 0.8710 do not have them): 84mm and 91mm military knives have a small umbrella-shaped thing written on the back of the base of the blade. There is a "+" sign on the lower left side of the umbrella, and below this pattern are two rows of French characters: OFFICIER SUISSE Note: Currently, there are three lines of English on the front of the main knife, and there are only the top two lines of English on the back of the main knife, without this "+" sign. There is no small umbrella, but it is still genuine.

There are two kinds of English on the back of the base of the main blade of the 111mm saber. The English is also different depending on the locking method of the main blade. They are: The saber with the unlocked back is written on the back of the main blade: PATENTED The saber with the unlocked blade (commonly known as line lock) is written on the root of the main blade. The back of the card says: DE-GM 9305297 There is another special case here, that is, the knife on the Swiss Army Knife card does not have any English, so it cannot be said that this knife is a fake. In the past five years, authentic Victorinox Swiss Army knives have had the above-mentioned English words on the root of the knife. But don’t think that those with these words must be genuine. Recently, some low-priced champions have appeared on Taobao. It seems that The real thing is actually modified with some 91 mm model corpse knives, and imitation parts are added after opening the cover. There is also an imitation 111 mm series of one-handed opening versions, such as rescue tools, German soldiers, one-handed hunting, etc., imitation They are very similar, so you should be careful when shopping online and try to choose a store with a high reputation.

Secondly, look at the Swiss Army Knife logo.

Swiss Army Knife logo picture 1. Metal inlaid type, which is the production method preferred by most military knife enthusiasts. It uses optical technology to Chrome metal is embedded in the plastic handle and tightened with pressure. This kind of logo is particularly beautiful and sparkles in the sun. Most sabers numbered in the 0.6 series, 0.3 series, 1.3, 1.4, and 1.6 series have this logo. 0.6 series with lights and some 1.4 series exceptions. 2. Hot pressing type uses copper molding, occlusion of metal foil, temperature and pressure for engraving. The engraving is relatively deep and will not rub off easily. Some batches of 1.4 series sabers such as 1.4733.72, 1.3653.72, and some batches of 0.6910 are marked like this. 3. The engraving type is basically what we often call the economical version. That is to say, a machine is used to first make a shield-shaped dent on the front of the knife handle, and then a special silver paint is sprayed inside. This paint will be worn away over time, leaving only a shield-shaped dent. of pits. Most sabers with engraving marks are frosted, such as 3.3703, 2.3803, etc. The exception is the 2.6223, which has a smooth handle and an etched logo. Careful buyers will find that the logo of the economy version is not exactly the same as the logo of the standard version. The cross in the standard version of the logo is connected to the shield-shaped frame, while the cross and shield-shaped frame of the economy version are not connected. Yes, the reason is because the logo of the metal version is a whole piece of metal embedded in the handle. If the "cross" is separated from the "shield-shaped frame", it will not be easy to align when inlaying. Therefore, the standard version The cross mark is connected to the shield-shaped outer frame. 4. The rolling type is what we often call printing. Most 111mm sabers are like this. This kind of saber mark is more wear-resistant, but it will fall off if it is used for too long or if it is scratched with a sharp object. The knife logo on the knife card is also rolled. The "German Army Knife" model is an exception. Its logo is an eagle integrated with the handle.

[Edit this paragraph] Camouflage handle

Some buyer friends asked why it is not a metal sign? The camouflage handle is different from the above models. It is made by making the mold first during the mold making process and directly injection molding the handle during injection molding, so it is not made of metal. I think there is another reason. The Victorinox manufacturer wants to The logo matches the handle, so the color of the logo is also integrated into the main color of the handle. Luxurious knife handles and logos are beyond the scope of this post, such as high-end wooden handles, shell handles, sterling silver and pure gold handles, etc. Look at the workmanship. The cost of most fake Swiss Army knives is only a few yuan, or even less. The material is generally made of iron, which is easy to rust. The joints are not aligned, and there are many metal corners or burrs. The material of the shell is low-quality at first glance. The quality of plastic can be seen at a glance from the appearance and workmanship accuracy, and it is easy to distinguish.

[Edit this paragraph] Cleaning and maintenance

After an outdoor activity, the inner groove in the handle of a Swiss Army knife that stores the blade will always collect dirt and grime, although it is easy to clean. It's troublesome, but if you want your Swiss Army Knife to operate "normally" next time you use it, please take the time to clean it carefully according to the following steps! 1. Wash with warm water. You can add some detergent or soap powder, carefully wash the salt, grease, dirt, etc. on the knife thoroughly, and then rinse it with clean water.

2. Wipe clean with a cloth. Wipe the tool with a soft cloth. Wrap the cloth around a thin bamboo skewer or cotton swab to wipe it in depth, or you can wipe it directly with a cotton swab. Finally, you can use a hair dryer to blow with cold air, making sure it is completely dry. 3. Inject lubricating oil into the rotating shaft. The last step is to apply lubricating oil to ensure that the tool can be unfolded the next time it is used. In principle, lubricating oil used for precision machinery is suitable. Generally, the most common lubricating oil on the market is WD-40. Rust lubricant is also available. Be careful not to overdo it when applying oil. If it is contaminated on the non-rotating shaft, be sure to wipe it clean to avoid using it to cut food when you are active... Swiss Army knives generally last 20 years without sharpening. If the knife does get damaged or loses its sharpness, it will last for 20 years. Be sure to use special equipment, or go directly to the distributor or agent for help. Use a special whetstone to sharpen the knife in one direction and not in the opposite direction. In addition to the above suggestions, you can use sewing machine oil (the oil must be very thin) and gun oil (because I like knives, so I can get some from time to time. The biggest advantage of this oil is: it doesn’t matter if you eat it, don’t worry) Too much oil will cut into the food) Finally, remember to check your knives again before engaging in outdoor activities! Special note: Knives coming back from the beach must be wiped with clean water, treated, and oiled. Seawater is very corrosive, and the rotating parts left in the knife will affect normal use!

[Edit this paragraph] Price

The price of simulated Swiss Army knives is very low, but the quality varies greatly. Those with poor quality can only be used as decorations. Some products with better quality are more expensive, but rarely more than 100 yuan. You can buy the ones with poor quality for about 20 yuan including postage. Although the functions are still complete, the usability is difficult to guarantee. At present, the domestic ones are of better quality, more practical, and generally cost at least about 40 yuan. The workmanship is pretty good, and some come in color boxes with simple instructions. If it is an original and authentic one, it will be much more expensive. The models of Swiss Army knives vary widely, some are expensive and some are cheap. The market price ranges from 100 to 2,000. For example, the original imported market price of famous craftsman 1.4773 is around 580. Practicality

[Edit this paragraph] Practicality

Practicality is the basic use value of the Swiss Army Knife. In the past, in the army, it was mainly used for field camping and the maintenance and repair of weapons. . In daily life, it is used in various aspects due to its multiple uses, such as travel, mountain climbing, fishing, car and bicycle repair, diving and model aircraft sports, etc.