Wow, thank you! Indeed, there are many subtleties and I struggled with some of them until I found a way to overcome them. Such a joy! Thank you for your kind comments.

@lemech that's what I like, that you document how you achieved the end result. I notice you like the Wenger Snapshackle, I have started aquiring more Wengers. I have found that if you grind the tip of the nail file you can get a light duty long reach No.1 philips that will work in tight spaces like connector blocks. It will also work as a light duty scraper like the technician screwdriver you use. Also by grinding down the Wenger flathead you can get a good 2D no.2 philips with decent reach which also locks! Basic Wengers are cheap but they can be made very useful 👍

@ You are absolutely right I like the Wenger snap shackle! It is three layers and very compact. The snap Shackle is so beautiful and functional. Yes, I have been thinking about what you mentioned about grinding the nail file. But it is too thin and I try to keep it in original condition. I do miss the small screw driver though. I have been seriously considering filing the awl instead. It has a much thicker cross-section. The only downside is that it is a T screwdriver instead of in-line screwdriver. If only I could get hold of another new old stock snappy :)

@@lemech Filing the awl is a good option but like you say screwdrivers are better in-line. I have found that the file can cope with most no.1 screws after filing it down as long as the screws are not seized. It is possible to grip the file further down if you need extra torque. There have been some deep recessed screws I could not access because the file is slightly too wide, this is where the awl would come in use. With Victorinox 2 layers is optimum for me but with Wenger I will happily carry 3 layers too. I think its because the Wenger scales surround the liners making them thinner. I also would not like to modify your new Snapshackle! :)

Seems like you are also a two layer enthusiast! Yes, indeed, the Wenger 3 layer is almost as thick as a Vic 2 layer with inline Philips or scissors. The only reason I may consider to file the awl is because I don’t have much use for it. So a standby solid small T screwdriver in place of the awl looks attractive to me and the awl is just so beefy!

Yes that’s much better. Thanks for your feedback.

Another option. Great!

Appreciate your comments. Thanks

Yes, I realised after your message that the offset in pen axis using the corkscrew was because of the key ring. Using the hook is much better. Thanks for your feedback.

Nice video I have never seen somebody using the pen with the corksrew. The multipurpose hook works better. But for models without hook your mod is very good

@@Stling-yl8li Thank you for your comments.

I bet the thought of building a custom knife will override the obstacles! A piece of rubber mat would help keep the noise down. Thanks and enjoy.

Nice! I hope you enjoyed it. Cheers

Thank you for sharing. Next time I will try to see if I can use my transfer punch to find the Center of the pins. Thanks for the idea. The subtleties you pointed out are certainly worth noting. Thank you.

Glad to hear it's useful. Yes, I look forward to seeing your video when it's ready. Please keep me posted. Do share you experience as we can all learn from each other. Thanks.

Yes, please avoid doing this if there’s any concern with scratches. Thanks

Hi, you can find equivalents in Ali Express or Banggood. May need some grinding if it doesn’t fit.

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And it’s fun too! Thanks!

Great! It’s a unique SAK. I bet you like it a lot. Thanks for your comments. Cheers.

Thank you!

Glad it helps. Yes it’s amazing how the pieces fit together with minimal clearances!

Thank you! Yes, it would be interesting to have the fine screwdriver on the back layer. That would make it even more useful.

Thank you! The engineer is indeed versatile and the technician screwdriver is very difficult to find. I still hope Victorinox revives it.

Thank you! The engineer is indeed versatile and the technician screwdriver is very difficult to find. I still hope Victorinox revives it.

Thank you!

I’m sorry. I did not film the mod as I wanted to show the gist of the end results.

Thank you!

The rods and rivets can be found in Ali express. They come in ‘ready form’ or just plain rods. You need 2.2mm and 2.5mm. I might show a video how to make the rivets in a future video but won’t be anytime soon.

@@lemech that would be awesome! Thanks for the information! I’m nervous about doing my first mod on my SAK but with this video it will definitely help!

@@lemech Can you add a link?

I can't express the joy of completing the first custom SAK! It might be easier to start with a 2 layer and if you are going from 4 to 2 layers, you can use back the original pins and collars. Also, you can buy cheap used 4 or more layers knifes from ebay to begin with. Here are the links for the pins and collars www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804686737107.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.main.7.5271183ao3k2wX&algo_pvid=a00b5dc3-7986-4e01-9449-88f98f4c4e8a&algo_exp_id=a00b5dc3-7986-4e01-9449-88f98f4c4e8a-3&pdp_npi=4%40dis%21USD%2117.99%2116.19%21%21%2117.99%2116.19%21%402103011417081493345698597e315a%2112000030839608748%21sea%21US%210%21AB&curPageLogUid=9XbVaN1WMUiG&utparam-url=scene%3Asearch%7Cquery_from%3A www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804674245399.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.main.21.310cb7bb4d3njQ&algo_pvid=bddbdbd3-8549-44c3-9b7b-863e9b574992&algo_exp_id=bddbdbd3-8549-44c3-9b7b-863e9b574992-10&pdp_npi=4%40dis%21USD%217.99%217.19%21%21%217.99%217.19%21%402103011717081496425005563e209d%2112000030783054871%21sea%21US%210%21AB&curPageLogUid=XDWkWkWGTOSZ&utparam-url=scene%3Asearch%7Cquery_from%3A There can find more sellers in Ali Express. Have fun and if you run into any problems, let me know and I see if I am able to help. @@gavinwarner3301

Links in earlier reply. @@gavinwarner3301

So far no scratches with about 20 attempts. But that’s no guarantee it will not scratch. I’ve added a note in description. Thanks.

Thank you for your comments. I see your point about describing as a 'Compact' modification. Yes holding the pen with the parcel hook is a nice hack which this custom SAK lacks.

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Thank you!

Haven’t tried. Thanks.

Thanks. I can see the recessed anchor is very strong indeed.

Does not mar surface and ease of removal

Neither do needle nose pliers.@@lemech

@@markthorsen2888 Yes indeed.

Thank you!

Thank you. Yes PB Swiss is hard to beat

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Thank you. It’s very satisfying to make your own custom knives :)

Hi, good observations. Several of my builds have different liners as they fit better. This was sometimes changed before or after the build and I have to tear them apart again.

Many people like the Yeoman. I have one too but I don’t like the combo tool anymore.

No I did not use AI. I just typed in what I wanted to share and have it transcribed by software.

Yes, if peening is insufficient, there will be lateral movement. If peening is too tight, there will be no 'snap' sound and closing will be 'sluggish'. If you over peen, you can move the blade laterally with some force to 'open' the peen.

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Thank you. This is excellent feedback!

Several generations indeed! Yet the machines are still churning out flawless products!

Thank you!

Indeed, it would be great if Vic made knives to order. That would make a lot of people happy including myself.

You’re most welcome!

Thank you!

Yes indeed.

Yes, too many tools would make it bulky. That's why I prefer having only 2 layers. Victorinox is not a dedicated tool and it cannot perform some heavy duty jobs. But the thing about Victorinox is that most of the time, I have it with me. To me, it is a micro toolbox that comes in handy when I need to do a simple task. I have posted a bicycle trolley video showing that the Victorinox cannot do the job of a dedicated tool.

Thank you!