Victorinox Swiss Tool Swiss Army Knife, 24 Function Swiss Made Multi-Tool with Needle-Nose Pliers, Wire Cutters and Large Blade - Silver

The Swisstool comes in three configurations, which another reviewer has described well. The X model had the combination of ingredients that seemed to fit my needs best. Everything about the Swisstool shows that Victorinox was incredibly serious about offering a top quality product.I have had experience with several multi-tools (check my other reviews) and the Swisstool MUST BE a contender for the best. There are some top of the line tools that I have never used or even handled, of course, so I can't say absolutely what tool is THE best but the Swisstool X has to be considered one of the very best mulitools available.I can't help but make a comparison between the X and L-Man's Charge TTi (which I also own and rate as a 5).1. Both these designs exude class. The X has a beautiful high luster polish to it. The fit and finish factors are all "first class". On the other hand, the TTi's Titanium scales give it an elegant look and also offer an improved grip.2. I like to access my tools without unfolding the pliers. The TTi allows this kind of access to the tools I use MOST. But the X allows access to ALL its tools from outside (except the pliers, of course).3. The TTi allows you to access two knife blades and unfold the pliers with one hand - maybe useful in emergencies - which the X does not. Some have complained that the tools on the X are stiff and hard to access. I recommend using a thumbnail rather than a fingernail for this but it isn't a complaint that I - personally - consider a major drawback.4. The Knife Blade: I am reserving judgment on this. The TTi has two blades and the X just one (which is the configuration I chose to buy) so I will compare the one blade. Each is straight edged, no serrations (which I prefer) and about the same length (larger than the blades on other multitools I have owned). I like the shape of the X's blade better (a spear point, as opposed to the clip style blade of the TTi). On the other hand, the "TTi's" blade is S30V steel (premium stuff) whereas the X's is of "top quality stainless" (my guess is 12C27, or something very similar). I will see how often I have to resharpen the X's "top quality stainless" blade. If the edge holds up well, it may turn out I like the X's knife blade better. But for now, like I said, I am reserving judgment.5. The pliers, etc. on each of these tools seem quite good but I have to give the edge to the TTi, which has a true needlenose design. They should therefore be a bit more versatile than the X's pliers, which are a blunted needlenose design.6. Screwdrivers, etc.: Even without the TTi's included bit driver kit (something similar is available for the X, also) the TTi gets an edge over the X. The TTi's eyeglass screwdriver is definitely superior to that little wedgie at the end of the X's can opener, which will not be able to reach into narrow places (sorry).7. Both tools have solid, easily accessed and worry free locks for all tools, a necessary safety feature - as anyone who has had a tool fold up on them can tell you.8. I have no concerns in the area of durability and ruggedness for either tool. I have had the TTi a while now and have done things with it that SHOULD have broken it - but didn't. It still looks and feels like it did new. The X seems to be at least as solid in its construction as the TTi and Victorinox has a reputation to uphold, so there are no worries here.The bottom line is that I am really pleased with both of these tools. If I lost either one, I could live happily a long time with the other. If I lost both, I would probably buy the "X" as my replacement (considering the considerable price difference) even though I probably like the TTi just a little better (this week, anyway).In any case, Victorinox has a winner in the Swisstool X. I can't imagine how anyone could rate it as less than a 5.

The Swisstool X is one of those "best in class" products that you love to own. I'm actually on my third one in 15-years, not because they break but because I lost the first two (first one when my luggage broke open at the airport, and it was either lost or stolen; the second, recently, when it fell out of a seat pouch during a long distance bike ride). So I just received SwissTool X number three, and I couldn't be happier. The fit and finish is everything I've come to expect from Victorinox, and unless I'm imagining things, this one seems to be made even better than my first two! Each individually sprung implement opens smoothly and locks solidly into place with almost no play. The individual springs are a terrific feature because it means that each implement can be opened without its neighbors coming along for a ride like happens with multitools from other manufacturers (I'm looking at you, Leatherman!).Another great feature is that all the implements can be opened while the tool is closed, which is not only convenient but has the added advantage of allowing the business edge of cutting tools to face towards the outside of the handles instead of the inside making them easier to work with because the multitool itself won't get in your way.I really like the implement variety on the SwissTool X, too. Everything is useful with no redundant or novelty tools. Even the ruler is surprisingly handy! For many projects around the house, I've found that the SwissTool X is the only tool I need, and I know from experience that the high quality stainless steel can take a beating and will last for years.Finally, the centerpiece pliers, the whole reason you carry a multitool instead of a pocket knife, are stout and solid, being somewhere between needle nose and standard with enough leverage for you to get a good grip. Furthermore, the handles on the SwissTool X are smooth and rounded so you can give the pliers a good squeeze without hurting your hand.You're probably wondering about the negatives, and honestly, I'm hard pressed to think of any. Does the fact that the SwissTool X makes every other multitool look second rate in comparison count as a negative?

I had my last one for over 25 years. I lost it fishing, after awhile I missed having it so bought another one. Looks just like old one. I know cause I found old one in bottom of one of my boxes a week after getting new one. Blades stay super sharp for long time. Just super handy