Are SWIZA pocket knives really better than VICTORINOX Swiss Army Knives? A comparison without taboos

In this video I compare a Swiza D09 with a Victorinox Outrider. I make a edge retention-test with the blades and i compare the other tools.
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[@s10m0t10n]

A good, comprehensive comparison, Felix. I'd never heard of Swiza knives before and was tempted to invest in one, but looked at your review and decided not to invest because of the clear differences you showed up. Thank you for all your hard (very hot) work. Victorinox all the way for me.

[@handyharvey]

Nothing's gonna change my loyalty to Victorinox. I've been using it since I was 19 yrs old...I'm 49 now.

[@blinkenschnaag777]

Yes. Victorinox all the way 👍

[@TheCommandantBob]

Wenger was also great. But I have been using Victorinox for 40+ yrs too!!!

[@kylethedalek]

They are all great, Victorinox is sometimes too old fashioned and needs some updating. Wenger use to be more innovative. And I think Some Wenger staff moved to Swiza after Wenger was “bought” over. Victorinox and Wenger were both sister companies, so the people at the top got the money regardless of where you bought from. (Plus they both used the same steels and machinery. For that matter I’m not sure if Swiza uses the same steel and similar machines for assembling.) And you can see the innovation with the Swiza line. The one hand opening with the 3” blade is a massive market Victorinox is missing out on. So many people modify their Victorinox’s to make them one handed (like one of Felix’s mods.) Or swap the blades out for a Spyderco blade, they are that common they get called “Spydernox’s”. Also Swiza are more comfortable with the rubber scales, and curved handle. Much like like the Boker Tech Tools. Though the position of the lanyard loop apparently digs into the hand. And the Swiza models have both locking and non locking versions, and with the locking versions the unlocking button/ switch is under the swiss cross. Very lovely indeed. No hate to Victorinox they still are one of the best, and the original.

[@handyharvey]

@@kylethedalek you're right. I guess Victorinox need to do some uprgrades to keep up with the competiton.

[@kylethedalek]

@@handyharvey They are still the original and the best for most people. But for myself the only thing that lets them down is not having a one handed opening main blade in the 3 inch or less range. It’s so handy! The Boker tech tool range is nice, it’s modern twist on a SAK. And it’s just crying for a one handed main blade.

[@TheAegisClaw]

It's almost like a hundred years of development went into the Victorinox... 😉

[@thomassrensen2141]

More Since 1884

[@censusgary]

Swiza has also been around for a long time, but seems to have less to show for it, at least where knives are concerned.

[@fredperry9235]

Swiza is run by ex-Wenger employees

[@Mart687]

@@fredperry9235 And the Victorinox outrider and rangergrip are delémont models so they are from the former Wenger factory Victorinox took over. So it's Wenger vs Ex wenger employees basically. My rangergrip 78 is awesome btw.

[@fredperry9235]

@@Mart687 That's a great point. I found a store on ebay selling new wengers (eg old stock) bought a few. I really like the Wengers.

[@QuantumMechanic_88]

It's great to see you again Felix . You were missed greatly !!

[@FelixImmler]

Thank you so much brother!

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[@Jaden48108]

I own 3 Victorinox knives- the Huntsman, the Fieldmaster (one has a corkscrew, the other a Phillips head screwdriver other than that they are the same), and just recently the Hiker (because of its slimness and lightweight). The Huntsman got me through USAF Survival School back in 1991 when I was earning my wings. Even though I've used it almost daily for over 30 years it still functions and looks as new as the day I bought it. Eventually I'm going to buy a RangerGrip 79 based on its bulletproof sturdiness. Got to hand it to the craftsmanship of the Swiss.

[@brawndothethirstmutilator9848]

You won’t be disappointed with the RangerGrip.

[@balazsvarga440]

Its funny because I read your comment on the same day (yesterday) when I picked up my new RangerGrip 79, after owning 91mm SAKs. I'm really impressed, it is great in all terms, my Hiker seems like a toy besides it. :) My third SAK is a Ranger which I love as the ultimate cutting tool (blades, scissors, woodsaw, metal saw).

[@jonny11208]

Ordered a ranger 79 today. Can’t wait to get it. Ive been using an old Wenger for years but want something larger that I can open with one hand.

[@gizmocarr3093]

I appreciate seeing someone making a comparison between these two brands of Swiss knives. Both use tools that differ in design from one another. The awl on the Victorinox is made for wood more than for leather and canvas. The awl on the Swiza is not as good for wood however; is better for canvas and leather. It is sharp and also works for opening plastic packing and boxes. It also can make precise cuts in leather and canvas too. The blade steel is equal in durability and edge retention. The blades of both are also equal in fit and finish. However; the Swiza uses stainless liners rather than aluminum that provide more residence to corrosion. The tweezers on the Victorinox face outward and Swiza’s face inward and are better protected from loss than the Victorinox ones. The difference in cutting speed between the saw blades shows the advantage going to Victorinox. However; both work well for their size; just one is faster cutting wood. Both companies have great warranties for repair and replacement. The corkscrew is made to pivot to prevent damage while removing corks from bottles. Being larger in diameter also reduces the chances of the screw pulling out of the cork. The difference between the scissors is simply to different designs. How many cuts would it take to cut a sheet of paper in half using ones much larger and longer seem to be missed in the test. I have both in different models and simply put; they both do things better than the other can. Victorinox is the more popular of the two however; they make countless models and are more collectable. I bought a Swiza for a couple reasons first they are different and second they are dishwasher safe. If you read the care cleaning recommendations for the knife that is what they say in the care directions. So the Swiza is a better food knife than a Victorinox and the slots in the tools makes them easier to use. 🎇🔎🎇🔪

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[@TwistedSither]

Very interesting comparison. Too bad neither model includes a broom and dustpan for cleaning up after you've finished your test.

[@baronvonzollo5297]

Never heard of Swiza, nice comparison video. I think I will stick with my original Victorinox Champion I got back in the 80's. She's never let me down.

[@FelixImmler]

Good choice!

[@steves1749]

I like how Felix is schvitzing with his strenuous testing.True professional

[@jeffreyoldham55]

Welcome back, Felix! Excellent comparison. You can call me a purist, or call me a snob, but I will choose Victorinox every time! You did a great job of proving why.

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot for your feedback!!

[@paulstevens1493]

I’ve been wanting this exact video, thank you!!

[@Olyphoto7]

Good to see you again! Quite a thorough comparison.

[@theoldguy9329]

Glad you are back and doing well. I had not thought that "torture testing" was referring to the tester, so I learned something new!

[@brianjensen6724]

Welcome back! Hope you and your family enjoyed your time off! Thanks again for another informative video!

[@dillytam6352]

Great to see the happy Felix back, we can all use some of his positivity.

[@davidkenworthy2403]

It is good to welcome you back, I enjoy your hard work and again I say Blessings on you and yours!

[@timbo4374]

A Felix Immler video on my birthday, after a month long lay-off makes for a wonderful present! Thanks kind sir!

[@Morpheus451]

Great review! I hope that Swiza quality improves in the future. I love my Victorinox knives but they basically have a monopoly on high-quality SAKs and some serious competition would be a good thing to keep them on their toes and drive innovation.

[@michaeljones5395]

Great comparison! Lots of hard work put into making this video! Great job!

[@carlmoore4677]

Good to have you back. Hope your holiday was a good one. Thank you for the comparison.

[@fadingmargins]

Felix is back!! Excellent!! The results were of course no surprise to most of us. Your point about nail nicks and hand comfort are refreshing when so many reviewers and preoccupied with form over function. All that said perhaps a different T shirt might be a good idea. Fantastic to have you back Felix - looking forward to the next one already!

[@ryancoke9]

Woooooo you’re back!!!! I’ve missed your videos!! I hope you had a fantastic break, and welcome back Felix

[@archivist17]

Great to see you back, Felix! I hope you had a great Summer with your family. Thank you for a very good review. I'd seen Swiza knives mentioned elsewhere, but did not know anything about them. I appreciate your fair review.

[@destinationbushcraft1833]

Felix! Hope you and the family are well, my friend! Thank you for doing this comparison! And, welcome back!

[@OutsideTheTargetDemographic]

OK, so, next video, show us your "back side of the head test" you used to determine blade sharpness. 🤓

[@saviom8166]

Yes! 😂

[@nickb9397]

Advanced knife-fu technique for highly experienced, calibrated heads only ;-)

[@OutsideTheTargetDemographic]

@@nickb9397 Ah, I didn't know I'd have to send my head in to be calibrated. Nevermind then. 😢

[@censusgary]

Nah, I don’t want to see how big a chip that thing took out of Felix’s head.

[@malcolmgeffon8072]

Welcome back! I hope you had a great family vacation. Enjoyed the comparison. Very useful & informative.

[@randallkelley3599]

Bought my first Vic in Seattle at a army navy surplus store, while attending an arson class, per the instructions of the teacher. It was my most often used tool over 35 years. Still have it, the old style Hunter, scissors/saw/blades/ standard tool set.

[@TheScoundrel70]

Welcome back my friend Felix! Good to see your smiling face again. Thanks for the comparison, some interesting differences, and surprising similarities I was not expecting.

[@Mickey-tr4pi]

Glad you are back in good shape! I 'll keep watching your video. Thank you from Japan.

[@donaguitar]

good to see you back, and thanks for this detailed test, I have the Victorinox for about 30 years now and it is still perfect it is a really good knive.

[@elazarpimentel5340]

Felix, I feel like you are the crazy-in-a-super-good-way friend everybody should have. Thanks for the videos!

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Welcome back, hope you had a good break. This was another interesting video, thanks

[@sonik382]

10 more...videos every week. We can't just get enough Felix! You're awesome!

[@carlosmola9388]

Great to have you back !!!

[@Breeze._rl]

Loved watching your videos, ive recently bought my first SAK and I love it. Found your great series of videos that are a pleasure to watch. Its nice to find my decision to get a Victorinox instead was a good one!(got a Handyman and I LOVE it!)

[@fossilimprint2954]

Thank you for your hard work and sweat to make this comparison, I have been wondering about Victorinox vs Swiza.

[@davidkurle5418]

I'm happy that you're back!! This was an awesome comparison. I've never tried a Swiza knife, so I can't say anything bad about them. But I can say a heck of alot of good things about my Victorinox knives, and the Outrider is one of my favorites. Thanks for this great video, my friend!

[@ericlaval9583]

Welcome back Felix. I wonder why people go to the gym when a Swiss knife comparison make you sweat like hell ! That is a real knife test and review . Tough I like the look of the Swiza I prefer the Victorinox, one is for your laptop backpack , the other for the outdoor/tactical rucksack. Thanks again, merci, dance….

[@sxc5rhcp]

Felix's commitment is unwavering. Best comparison video ever. Thanks!

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot!

[@mikevandenbroek2366]

Victorinox was my first pocket knife as a young boy and it is good to see that they maintain the higher standard.

[@ffaubert1]

Welcome back Felix, you were missed. I hope your time off went well. Another fantastic video. Thank you.

[@jackworster3643]

Great to have you back!

[@kevgermany]

Welcome back. I knew the SAK would win. But hat off to you for an objective review. Agree about durability of the SAK. Got mine in 84, still going very strong. Holds a brilliant edge. Strong. Takes abuse. A lot. Only thing that's gone wrong is that I broke the tip of the big blade being very stupid.

[@alexanbreizh6337]

Let me guess...that lose screw was begging you to tighten it.

[@kevgermany]

@@alexanbreizh6337 lol. Not quite. I was trying to lever a couple of things apart that decided to show me who was boss. The SAK was caught in the crossfire. Really annoyed me as it was a present from a very close friend.

[@xavyps8277]

@@kevgermany you could put a new point on it. the blade is shorter then, but the use is better in my experience. and it makes it kind of unique.

[@kevgermany]

@@xavyps8277 Thanks, agree, but I'm keeping it as is to remind me not to be so stupid in future...

[@makr7895]

You can have the blade replaced by Victorinox and request they send you the broken blade back.

[@greyscout01]

Hard use is an important factor for me. Thanks for the honest comparison.

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks for watching!

[@antoniumoldovan8102]

I was expecting after the saw test: "Ten more!" :D Great video, as usual! Thank you Felix Immler!

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot for washing!

[@stephenmcvay5368]

Felix, love your videos. Thanks for all you do.

[@marksnyder4397]

Felix I gave a thumbs up and subscribed purely for the work that you put into this review keep up the great work

[@wildbrigante9596]

I have been looking at the Swiza for about a year. But then they went out of stock from UK website I found them on. I like the design and the little innovation. But it's difficult to judge other criteria with on-line purchase. So I am glad you made this comparison.

[@BBQDad463]

Thank you for this excellent comparison. You have demonstrated clearly that you have great expertise in the use of a folding knife with multiple blades and tools. Therefore, I value your opinion on such matters very highly. Again, thank you for this excellent video. It was well worth the time and was highly instructive.

[@glenschumannGlensWorkshop]

Thanks. Appreciate the analysis. I have carried a Victorinox Champion for nearly 40 years, so I was pulling for Victorinox.

[@lobogrisbushcraft6347]

Welcome back Felix... I hope you have rested and enjoy... Nice to see you again...

[@FelixImmler]

Than k you so much!

[@ernstandersen979]

Nice to see you back again.🙂👌

[@mbarr1029]

What a test !! I was waiting for the sun to go down in your back window.

[@FelixImmler]

Haaaa ha haa! Thanks for your funny comment!

[@jacquescoutu7631]

Welcome back! I hope your time off with your family was everything you hoped it would be.

[@mhpupacios]

Enjoyable always to see your passion on Victorinox. In the last two weeks alone I have used my everyday multiple times including making a new handle for my scythe from a block of wood using the saw and the large blade, fitting a new broom handle whittling the end , repairing a broken thumb nail with the small blade, extracting a thorn with the tweezers, picking my teeth😬, removing corks from garden lights with regular corkscrew and reamer , putting nee batteries in sons toy with the can opener screwdriver part . And the knife remains as good as new! Bravo Victorinox!

[@akosfath]

Welcome back Felix! Happy to see you again.

[@TheLinuxGuy1]

Hello Felix. Welcome back. We really missed you. I hope that you had a wonderful vacation. Great video and excellent comparison. Thanks for sharing this information.

[@stephenwright3501]

Well done. Glad you are back.

[@pkvideo354]

Nice to see you again Félix. Keep on the good work.

[@JoeJoe4P]

Great comparison review. I enjoy your videos. Thank you.

[@Sunny-gt8zi]

Thank you for your time and effort Felix! I really liked this video and appreciate all the testing you did. However there is one minor thing i wish you had done, which is show us how big the gaps are on the Victorinox like you did with the Swiza. Thank you!

[@yunia007]

I had no doubts about the conclusions. Congrats for the video!

[@OnTheRiver66]

Great review, I learned a lot. I’ve been carrying Swiss Army knives for over 40 years on a daily basis, and not only do they take and keep a sharp edge, I can sharpen them to a razor edge with a pocket sharpener. A harder blade is not necessarily a better blade. I have a sheath knife that I can only sharpen in a reasonable time with a diamond hone. Buck knives used to make their blades very hard, and because they were harder to sharpen they started producing blades in a “normal” range of hardness (they used to show their blades cutting nails back then). I admire Swiza for trying new designs though.

[@LockBits-ts6eo]

I've had Victorinox knives since the 70's and I still love them, I've carried a Swiss Champ 33 since every day since my 21st, and I've lost count of the little jobs I've done with it. Thanks for the videos big guy, I love them!

[@user-nv8pq7zr8q]

Wow, that was a lot of work! Your analysis was excellent!

[@davidbenner2289]

Bought your book! I gave it to my grandchildren living on a farm for us to do projects together. Now I will buy another one for my daughter and another one for me! You need to sell a Victorinox Swiss Army Knife with every book!

[@chandimabodhinath1779]

I came across your channel yesterday. I have never heard about SWIZA before. This a wonderful and informative presentation. I wanted to have a victorinox instrument for a long time but couldn't due to the price in my country. At present the model shown by you would cost at least 150$ including heavy taxes. Anyway thanks for this fantastic presentation. Greetings from Sri Lanka.

[@Francisco_Manos]

Thank you for the video Felix! I I actually have that Victorinox knife but don't normally use it as an everyday carry.

[@marcomelis4757]

Das mit Abstand beste Video was ich zu den beiden Messern gefunden habe . Vielen Dank für den Vergleich, habe mich für das Victorinox entschieden👍.

[@petertaillaert7559]

I like your video's so much, always that smile and positive attitude. Top man ! Nice vid again.

[@jklep523]

Great video. Consider a review of the Boker Tech Tool line, would love to see your comparisons and hear your impressions. I recently got their TT7 and I think it’s a step above my (already excellent) Victorinox collection. The 12C27 steel is *nice*, but not sure how field-sharpenable it will turn out to be.

[@FelixImmler]

Great suggestion! Thanks a lot!

[@DThomas1976]

no China made stuff...

[@ct-bq5rs]

Tough the Blade is very good in my opinion Böker missed a great opportunity to make something different with theyr TT City Line. I wanted one for Urban Edc, but instead of concentrating on City use able Tools they included an awl and a corkscrew for example . Not very usable City Tools. I also have to agree, that the scissors are not nearly as good as the Vic ones. The only good things for an Urban Environment is the glass breaker and the serrated blade. Only that the serrated blade is not locked and can hurt you very bad. The Vic rescue Knife, or my Leatherman Rebar, make my actual urban Edc, it's much suited to the task IMHO!

[@ct-bq5rs]

@Hendrik Garnkäufer for a city tech tool I would like to see: -a nice blade -glass breaker -working serrated blade to cut cloth. with rounded tip so it works also for first aid -working scissors for cutting plastering or fingernails -nail file -mini bit Holder or squared screw driver with bit Holder like Leatherman -bottle opener with screw driver/prybar is OK, but I'm sure no one needs that ole can opener in the city

[@ct-bq5rs]

@Hendrik Garnkäufer right now I'm pretty happy with my Leatherman Rebar. It lacks the one handed opening option, but has the nicest tool set considering weight and size. The glass breaker is missing, but I thing the tip of they pliers could break something in case of emergency. I also always carry a swisscard mainly for the scissors and the nail file. Im trying swisscard with leatherman squirt and pocket knife as edc right now!

[@dududu5189]

Brilliant comparison, Felix. Thanks.

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot!!

[@JonGadget]

Really interesting comparison Felix - great to see - and you worked very hard too! Keep up the great work 👍😀

[@bigal2696]

What a great video and comparison! And you worked very hard!

[@FelixImmler]

Thank you so much 😀

[@danalhona7143]

Welcome back!! You have been missed! Keep up the great work. Victorinox always!

[@bogdanvasut8915]

Thanks for the honest review, Felix. I also bought two models of Swiza ~5 years ago and I liked and used them for about a year but after that I returned to Victorinox for some reason :) On top of what you said I would add that the scales of Swiza feel kind of flimsy and hollow, although I can't say I had any issues with that.

[@El_Dr_Tacco]

Hey!! Félix. It's nice to have you back👍☺️.

[@hurricanelane3014]

Hey Felix I liked your videos so much I went out and purchased the huntsman and now its go to pocket knife. Thanks

[@israelsanchez1416]

Good to see you back Felix. We missed you a lot.

[@FelixImmler]

Thank you so much!

[@edgaraquino2324]

Hello Felix! Great video! It does my heart good to see you back in the saddle again! P. S. - like your new theme music...

[@thetopicala]

Cool test Felix! I find it very profound and it was fun too!

[@raulsanchez8322]

Felix!!! Glad to see you back!

[@ydm6669]

Welcome back ! I hope you had enough time to wind down a little and relax with the family !

[@richardrogers8254]

Thank you Felix; amazing review.

[@ResidentOfTheAbyss]

Victorinox is the only brand that stands apart from all the others. They are the original, and always will be.

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks for your positive feedback!

[@ResidentOfTheAbyss]

@@FelixImmler Thank you for everything that you do sir!

[@Fuxjaga]

Klasse Vergleich und Review. Dankeschön Felix!

[@mariohenriquetomassi8272]

Such good and fun video. Very informative and entertaning. Kudos, Felix!

[@FelixImmler]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks a lot

[@isaachibben6768]

You know what, I'm glad I watched this video, I have been contemplating getting a victorinox swiss army knife but wasn't sure if there were other options but now I'm certain I want to get a victorinox model

[@schlorchable]

here is your "it costs not the world"-companion. :) - nice to have you back. always a quality channel, Felix. - and the best is ... :)

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot!

[@MRMETZGAR1962]

Good to see you back. There is nothing wrong with posting a new video once a month or every other week.

[@randygalichia]

41 on the likes, glad to see you back I would like to test myself on long term use to see in my world how they hold up, problem I always had with victorinox was the scales always broke off at the pins.switched to a leatherman wave years ago.

[@ejan8088]

Very thorough and great review!

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot for your comment!

Yo, Mr. Felix! Your comparison videos are best!

[@ericcantocorner4517]

Found you and this channel because i wanted to find out about thebSWIZA brand which i have never hear of before. Great vid

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot Eric!

[@luisfranco6153]

Awesome review and entertaining! You are dedicated! Thanks for the excellent review!

[@ahabstar]

Welcome back. In any comparison quality always wins over price alone. And with here you have both with the Victorinox. I learned at 12 with a knock off of a Buck 110 in which the lock failed. The scar has long faded but that cheap knife sits in the bottom of a bin somewhere as a reminder.