what sak?

[Paul_B]

We probably have all had one but which one?

To clarify, I'm not really asking what ask you have just which one is a good general use one?

I have a cyber tool and a simple knife x2, bottle/can openers, corkscrew, scissors and tool for getting scouts out of horses hooves (the old jokes...). Is there another, better/simpler one?

Was looking at a locking knife version but they didn't have scissors. I find I use the scissors most but still fancy a locking one. Saw a nice climber model with ergonomic grip and I think it's a liner lock not the switch on the side which doesn't seem good to me.

Any ideas? Or is another make better?

 

[Niels]

I have a tinker. It's perfect in every aspect except for the fact that it lacks a saw.

 

[British Red]

Camper or Huntsman - all the tools you need (including the saw), none that you don't

 

[Silverback 1]

Does this help?

http://www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php

 

[Two Socks]

Camper or Huntsman - all the tools you need (including the saw), none that you don't

I agree with Red.

 

[Buckshot]

I have a few but the 2 I like most is the farmer and the one handed opener with a straight edge

 

[ged]

The scissors on most SAKs, multi-tools and similar are all very much a compromise between usability and compactness. If you use scissors a lot but need the portability/compactness you might want to consider a separate pair of folding scissors. I use scissors only rarely so those on my Victorinox Signature do fine for me. I keep it in a pouch on my belt, with a lighter, a torch and a pair of larger tweezers.

If you prefer simplicity and a locking blade consider the 51 from the Wenger Ranger series (I have no problem with the button locking mechanism on those knives) or you might want to look at a folder such as the EKA Swede 10 (which has a superbly solid lock, it's like a fixed blade when opened) or perhaps something like the Swede 92 (my personal favourite -- although it has a different lock mechanism which is not quite as solid as that on the Swede 10, I find it easier to operate). Folders such as these might be more comfortable in extended use but it sounds like that isn't your main issue.

You could supplement a folder with a separate multi-tool -- that is what I've done for many years. My Leatherman Charge TTi has good little scissors but they're less convenient to deploy than those on my Signature so they rarely see any action. I don't like the pliers much but they're strong and well made.

There are so many choices out there that you will certainly e able to find something which suits you. The journey to find your ideal is fun, and can be expensive.

Edit: I've just thought about the Ranger 71 or the Ranger 172 which you might like, or the Buck similar models if you can get one. I don't think any of them are made any more.

 

[Silverback 1]

Is there another, better/simpler one

Not saying it's better, but i suppose it's simpler with regard to number of blades etc, i have a few SAK's including a Camper and a locking model (can't remember the name) but this is by far my favourite, and carried most every day, when i don't need to use a locker or fixed in the field. A bit hard to come by now, but the GAK is very similar and still available.

 

[mountainm]

My champ serves me very well. Some people can't get on with its girth but its never been a problem for me.

 

[MikeLA]

We probably have all had one but which one?

To clarify, I'm not really asking what ask you have just which one is a good general use one?

I have a cyber tool and a simple knife x2, bottle/can openers, corkscrew, scissors and tool for getting scouts out of horses hooves (the old jokes...). Is there another, better/simpler one?

Was looking at a locking knife version but they didn't have scissors. I find I use the scissors most but still fancy a locking one. Saw a nice climber model with ergonomic grip and I think it's a liner lock not the switch on the side which doesn't seem good to me.

Any ideas? Or is another make better?

I use a huntsman and an Outrider ( a Locking knife With "Scissors")

 

[MikeLA]

Not saying it's better, but i suppose it's simpler with regard to number of blades etc, i have a few SAK's including a Camper and a locking model (can't remember the name) but this is by far my favourite, and carried most every day, when i don't need to use a locker or fixed in the field. A bit hard to come by now, but the GAK is very similar and still available.

A Mausers Officers Knife had and lost one in the Army. Great tool

 

[Silverback 1]

A Mausers Officers Knife had and lost one in the Army. Great tool

Thanks, it was a gift from a hunting friend of mine some time ago, needless to say he kept the rifle!

 

[Lordyosch]

I've got a climber. Everything I need not too heavy.

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[Johnnyboy1971]

How about the Workchamp or Outrider both have locking blades and scissors.

 

[Albus Culter]

Carried a hiker for many years - same as camper but with a cross point rather than corkscrew. Used loads and all good features. Plus legal to carry as it does not lock.

I have a trailmaster in my rucksack. Same as above but bigger blade and liner lock. As such not a legal EDC in general terms (yes, I know justification, permission and all that stuff )

I want a Farmer as my next Victorinox

 

[peaks]

Farmer is my favourite, but the older Forester is a close second (you can pick then up cheap if you shop around).

 

[Paul_B]

Outrider looks good. Wonder where's best to buy sak's? A lot of the victorinix or Wenger knives are probably harder to find.

 

[Paul_B]

What's the difference between Victorinix and Wenger SAK's?

 

[Albus Culter]

Outrider looks good. Wonder where's best to buy sak's? A lot of the victorinix or Wenger knives are probably harder to find.

Amazon has most listed if you struggle in your local shops.

What's the difference between Victorinix and Wenger SAK's?

Same company now, but originally two and made variations of each other. Very similar models.

 

[Johnnyboy1971]

Heinnie usually have good stocks.

Champ, Special from Switzerland, Rucksack.