Fantastic SAK Scales and Where to Find Them

[@ironman2326]

I like the look of some of the different color scales, but honestly I really love the classic red!

[@FittoSurvive]

I completely understand that. 👍👍

[@soniccinos]

Awesome those denin + resin scales, I would love to try make something like that, If possible you could make a video explaining the process!!!

[@FittoSurvive]

Thanks. I plan to make denim micarta scales again once it warms up outside. And I will record a video showing the process.

[@trevormiddendorf3786]

So the second one you said was for a ferrous rod is for a pen. Also ive bought scales that didnt snap on I had to use a vice and they fit incredibly well now.

[@FittoSurvive]

No, you're not quite understanding. A plus scale has 3 slots. - pen, pick, tweezers. These 3d printed scales had 4 slots. - pen, pick, tweezers + 1 more. Watch again and you will notice. Trust me, I have quite a bit of experience with attaching SAK scales and I know that even with a vice they would not snap on. Watch my updated video of SAK Scales. The seller sent me a better, working version of these 3d printed scales.

[@SGyru]

I didn't know there were any plus scales that also had the pin hole slot. It's really difficult to tell sometimes on ETSY if the plus scales just mean a pen holder extra with the tweezers and toothpick or if there's also the pin hole slot which I would want for my compact.

[@FittoSurvive]

Yeah, it really is difficult sometimes.

[@blaskotron]

I 3d printed my own with what is probably the same file with the hex pattern. It needs to be installed with a clamp but it's not going anywhere after it's on. I was first trying to widen the holes too but it was not necessary.

[@FittoSurvive]

Interesting. 👍🏻👍🏻 I'd love to get into 3d printing.

[@randallkelley3599]

I have one in plain Ti, and one in frag copper. Heavy but fun. Great vid, just very informative. You know your stuff.

[@FittoSurvive]

Awesome! I know that copper can be really heavy. I plan to make an updated video showing some new scales and the back side of them.

[@name5949]

At 6:40 and at 9:40 both of these scales look really really nice i really like those and I might have to pick some up thanks for sharing this review with us thank you

[@FittoSurvive]

You are welcome. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@ASmallGreenBean]

Awsome DIY Scales there! - One question do you mind sharing your process or your measurements/templates etc? If so, that would be really cool, thank you!

[@DavZell]

I wish you had shown the back sides. It would have been nice to see the quality of the machining/molding. Maybe you could do a two minute update for us?

[@FittoSurvive]

I could something like that.

[@robhowell4424]

I total agree I love buying a brand new fresh victorinox or getting fresh new scales but then after very little pocket time the scuff so easily ...... Altho I do find if you buy victorinox camo scales they don't scuff as much

[@FittoSurvive]

Interesting, I haven't handled the camo scales yet.

[@randallkelley3599]

I like the Victorinox fiberglass type scales. They fit perfect and don't scratch. Black and red are common, have not seen any other colors. I think I bought them from Swiss Bianco?

[@FittoSurvive]

I think Victorinox only makes cellidor and aluminum (alox) scales. Swiss Bianco makes some really nice scales.

[@RaphaeLoh01]

I love the wood scale!

[@FittoSurvive]

Nice. Glad to hear that

[@spencermuller9983]

Will you a how to for the camo pant scales. I have some I’d love to do that with. I might even send you the pair to make up a knife

[@FittoSurvive]

You know, I planned to make a "how to" video for making your own micarta scales, but never got around to it. I really need to get one made.

[@spencermuller9983]

@@FittoSurvive you do and I’ll watch. For sure.

[@FittoSurvive]

@@spencermuller9983 Sounds good. 👍🏻

[@michaelfuxeklint4909]

Thank you for a faire evaluation of scales generally 🤝🤝👍

[@FittoSurvive]

You are welcome!

[@Pourage_art]

I'm about to get my first sak, a climber. It says it's 91mm so will any 91mm aftermarket scale fit? Assuming yes but wasn't 100% sure, love the vids.

[@FittoSurvive]

Yes, any 91mm set of scales will fit. Congrats on your first SAK.

[@hanfpv3093]

Do you know where i can find original black 84mm scales? I cant find them enywhere 😢

[@FittoSurvive]

Here's a link to a set on Ebay. www.ebay.com/itm/322517474957?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=BjOCnoaSTt6&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=Ssu4KOABQoi&var=513191421074&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

[@hanfpv3093]

@@FittoSurvive well that was quick😂 never bought something from ebay before.. well i ordered one! Thanks and greetings from the Netherlands!

[@FittoSurvive]

@@hanfpv3093 Awesome! Glad that I could help you with that. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@brokefisherman4557]

Could you try doing the scales that use screws instead of pins ( or at least it looks like they do).

[@FittoSurvive]

Absolutely. I have a couple sets of scales with screws that I am expecting. I will do an update once I receive them.

[@Patrick563-3]

Hiya there, i've been looking for some cheaper custom classic SD scales. Would it be possible for you to give me where I could get some?

[@FittoSurvive]

Have a look on www.etsy.com or www.aliexpress.com

[@RidingKG]

Great review. Very fair and open. Supper job. Thanks for sharing

[@FittoSurvive]

Thank you! I tried to be open and honest about them all. 😁

[@pfg_pedals]

I bought those same scales from etsy. They were way too thick and the tolerance was so far off that they didn't snap on. Plus the cutouts for the tweezer and toothpick were too big, but the slot for the pen was too narrow.

[@FittoSurvive]

Sounds about right... Sorry I didn't publish this video earlier. 🙄

[@zensempai7371]

I want the Griswald scales

[@FittoSurvive]

👍🏻👍🏻

[@MrHipeople111]

I was curious about those titanium scales from china do i get a set? Or make a set out of brass and either epoxy or spend more time and tap brass rods and bolt them on with some brass liners?

[@FittoSurvive]

Both options sound pretty good. When in doubt - do both. 😋

[@MrHipeople111]

@@FittoSurvive i like that idea of both

[@FittoSurvive]

@@MrHipeople111 I'd love to see how your brass scales turn out. I have a piece of copper that I plan to use for a DIY set of scales.

[@MrHipeople111]

@@FittoSurvive when i have made them ill send over pics. You should definitely video that

[@FittoSurvive]

@@MrHipeople111 Thank you! I definitely will record the process. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@thealchemist5376]

Interesting video, thank you. I've never seen scales with a place for the pin. Is that a pure after-market mod, or do original SAKs come with that as well?

[@FittoSurvive]

Certain models originally come with the plus scales. The Swisschamp, the Compact, and there are several others.

[@beneades1013]

All modern victorinox scales have a place for the pin not just plus ones.

[@thealchemist5376]

@@beneades1013 oh right, I might check my model. It's at least 20 years old though, so maybe not :D

[@FittoSurvive]

@@beneades1013 After rereading his comment, I realize that he was asking just about the pin and not plus scales in general. 👍🏻 Thanks for catching that.

[@thealchemist5376]

@@FittoSurvive I've just checked and my model has the hole for the 'straight pin'! After all this time, I never knew! Hmm, either it didn't come with a pin or it fell out at some point. Well, something for the shopping list ;D

[@andrew.g____]

I used to get 3D printed scales from Remade Knives. Good quality but the company has disappeared.

[@FittoSurvive]

I got one set of nylon scales from Remade Knives and I really liked them. It is unfortunate that they are gone now.

[@zain1911]

hi, just wanted to ask if you have ever bought the titanium scales from china yourself. im attracted to the price but i dont want to get scammed. thanks i advance

[@FittoSurvive]

@@zain1911 I have used scales from Aliexpress (China). It's not a scam. The only issues I have had from time to time is the finish tends to have circular marks left from the CNC machine. But, not always.

[@zain1911]

@@FittoSurvive thanks for that quick response brother. i dont mind a couple of marks. ill be buying soon thanks for the advice.

[@FittoSurvive]

@@zain1911 You are welcome.

[@UrbanPreppersSpain]

Yo ando buscando unas de 91mm en naranja solo encontró un sitio cuestan 40 €😢

[@FittoSurvive]

The custom scales can be pretty expensive to source.

[@korgan7779]

Good video. I was curious about the Chinese titanium scales. I'm not that into titanium myself but its good to know. I do love the laser and heat worked ones. I like to sand the standard cellidor scales with a mix of grits in a single straight direction which removes the gloss shine, gives it a textured grip feel and can even give it a wooden look depending on grits used and direction sanded. Looks similar to the one you had made but maintains the color of the original scales. I'm currently working on custom aluminum, brass/copper, stainless steel, and wood scales for a bunch of my SAKs and ones Im making for my friends kids when they are older.

[@FittoSurvive]

That sounds really cool! Making or modifying your own scales makes them unique and special. I have some copper that I want to turn into scales, some day I will get around to it.

[@korgan7779]

@@FittoSurvive I look forward to that video of your customs. I understand the getting around to it aspect as well. Ended up with an aggressive case of Multiple Sclerosis a couple years ago so it makes my day to day uncertain if I get into my garage shop or not. But we keep on keepin on. Makers gotta make and all!

[@FittoSurvive]

@@korgan7779 Yeah, plus balancing between work, family, and this hobby. 😋 Have to be wise with your time. Ugh, sorry to hear about the multiple sclerosis, I am sure that is a major hindrance. Be strong! 👍🏻

[@korgan7779]

@@FittoSurvive Yes sir, and thank you but it's okay. No one else could take me down so my body decided to kick it's own ass. Hah!

[@FittoSurvive]

@@korgan7779 There you go! That's the way to think about it. 👍🏻

[@beppemassa1401]

Great video Cody! I second the customer service from metonboss, I ordered a back scale with clip and was sent one without, he quickly sent me the correct one at no extra cost and let me keep the one without clip, Amazing! I also second the titanium from etsy, just make sure you buy from a reputable seller and establish communication first, you'll be able to determine if you want to buy from them... finally, I recommend you explore Instagram too, many good makers there, making very cool to order custom scales in a huge variety of materials and different finishes/configurations, at affordable prices, if you're sceptical about China made (I live in Hong Kong, I got used to the quality checks lol and some are actually great, was the only way I could get 84mm titanium with inlay!) But now I look forward to my custom spydernox from you Sir😁🤗

[@FittoSurvive]

Thank you! Finding scales on IG is a really good option too.

[@beneades1013]

Nice vid mate.

[@FittoSurvive]

Thank you! 😁

[@ScorpionRegent]

That's all great. Anybody out there 3D printing plus scales for 111mm Swiss Army knives? It seems like there's money to be made if someone would just do it.

[@FittoSurvive]

@@ScorpionRegent I've searched for 111mm plus scales and haven't found anything yet.

[@ScorpionRegent]

@@FittoSurvive Thanks for the reply. There is only one 111MM SAK out there with plus scales, the Garant (Picnicker). It doesn't have the tools I want. One day I'll bite the bullet and mod the scales I have. For now, I carry around my Compact and my GAK Soldier when I want a full compliment of tools. Cheers!

[@grahamekellermeier8280]

There's more scales here than on a fish.

[@FittoSurvive]

LOL For sure!

[@gustfulldraw774]

the other slot looks like its for the pen.

[@FittoSurvive]

The pen slot is on the back scale. The front scale is not supposed to have a second slot.

[@2371Anita]

Those extra sloths in the orange, you can create an openning yourself and use it for whatever fits. Felix Immler is a sak king.. Look at his videos

[@FittoSurvive]

I've seen his channel, he has great stuff! It could be done, but the scales are supposed to be a finished product not a project. 😂

[@2371Anita]

@@FittoSurvive its an option you can use. If you not want to use it, you won't have an prefixed opening. If you want to use it, it's an easy fix.

[@FittoSurvive]

@@2371Anita That may have been what they were thinking.

[@2371Anita]

@@FittoSurvive would be my guess.

[@smirkingdevil]

Over $100 for scales and they arrive with permanent finger prints?! Hard no.

[@FittoSurvive]

I understand you.

[@JRH087]

Those 3d printed ones, the extra slot is for a pen they're plus scales

[@FittoSurvive]

On one side yes, but on the other side? Two pens?

[@JRH087]

@@FittoSurvive 🤷‍♂️

[@JRH087]

Possibly a longer firestarter? They don't fit anyway, so garbage imo

[@JRH087]

How much roughly would you charge to add this to an original camper sak?

[@FittoSurvive]

@@JRH087 The firesteel can only fit in the pick slot.