Victorinox Swiss Army One-Hand Trekker Lockblade Pocket Knife (Black)
From the renowned company that created the Swiss Army knife a century ago comes this 12-item set of stainless-steel tools--all neatly contained inside a single implement that measures just 4-3/8 inches long (111mm). Sheathed in a black cover, the One Hand Trekker Lockblade is one of only three Swiss Army multi-tools with a one-handed serrated locking blade. A valued companion, this pocket knife carries a lifetime warranty against defects. The tools include a serrated locking blade, a bottle opener with a large locking screwdriver and wire stripper, a can opener with a small screwdriver, a Phillips screwdriver, key ring, toothpick, tweezers, reamer, and wood saw.
About Swiss Army Knives
In 1884, Swiss cutler Karl Elsener set up shop in Ibach-Schwyz, installing a waterwheel in Tobelbach Brook to run his grinding and polishing machines. Thus began what would become the international brand name Victorinox, a combination of Victoria, for Elsener's mother, and "inox," or stainless steel. Today, Victorinox produces watches, luggage, clothing, and, famously, Swiss Army Knives. The forerunner of that name dates to 1897, when Elsener patented the Swiss Officer's and Sports Knife he supplied to the Swiss Army. Following World War II, American servicemen and women shopping in PX stores shortened the name to Swiss Army Knife, which lives on in English-speaking countries around the world and has become a metaphor or versatility.
Customer Review: two-hand close
I like the design and look of the knife, but the lock is on the left of the blade, so when it's extended and locked you can't close it naturally (unless you're left-handed, which I am not). If the locking mechanism had been switched to the other side it would have been a Five-Star knife.
Customer Review: Bigger than the typical Swiss Army Knife
Sharp blade and saw. Parts work well though the hinges are a little stiff out of the box and the large blade locks with a click and retracts by pushing a lever on the handle. My main complain about this knife is that it's large, too large to be called a pocket knife at 4-3/8" without the tools extended. It does come with a nice webbed nylon sheath which allows you to wear it on a belt. For daily carrying-around knife it's not an ideal solution.
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