5 Tricks how to increase the Wood Saw performance - Victorinox Swiss Army Knife Tips & Tricks

[@dosaimre]

That brutal giant saw mock-up wins all!

[@darrellhendrix5502]

This is the kind of information that should be included in all shop classes because the principles apply to all types of tool usage. I have been working with tools for 50+ years and thru trial-and-error (mostly error) have stumbled across most of these tips if not fortunate enough to have been enlightening by older craftsmen. Thank you for sharing all of your tips, tricks and instruction on the usefulness of this wonderful knife.

[@HickSquatch]

I totally agree with your saw technique. I am a retired woodworker and this method is how I learned to use a handsaw decades ago.

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot Rob!

[@johnduffy6546]

Felix, you are amazing! I would have never thought about sawing in the vertical position. Love your enthusiasm. It is the mark of an effective teacher.

[@FelixImmler]

Wowwww, thank you very much!!

[@inoperoscio]

Hi Felix! I'm writing to you because I believe you have a way to communicate directly with "Victorinox" (although I'm not sure). In my opinion, it should be pointed out that, at least for the "Ranger" model, the saw needs a lock just like the blade does. I'm writing to you with a bandage on my finger that I just applied: despite being careful while scraping some fatwood, the blade closed on my index finger. The saw is excellent but, as everyone knows, another feature is the 90-degree spine: useful for the "firesteel" and for scraping wood. Be the spokesperson for the "Swiss knife users" community: add a lock to the saw! Cheers and congratulations on the amazing videos.

[@233kosta]

I think the lack of lock, especially on the blades, is to do with legislative compliance 😒

[@jonathans.2176]

There are different lock mechanism for blades at some victorinox knifes, even on knifes / blades who are one-hand-opener. You can carry them in Germany, but not everyday, only wirh a special reason like camping, or in a private place. That's not the problem in Germany and not anyway in Austria or the Swiss.@@233kosta

[@233kosta]

@@jonathans.2176 Yeh, but the point of a Swiss army knife is that you have it on you at all times "just in case". I don't know about Germany, but here in the Democratic People's Republic of Britain "in case I need it" isn't seen as a "good reason" to be in public, in possession of a blade that is not compliant with their requirements for a "no reason required" blade (under 3" long, readily foldable, etc.). Those requirements prohibit the blade on the Swiss card, by the way, as it is fixed and not foldable. It's different in eastern Europe. In Bulgaria (outside of Burgas), you can have any sort of blade you want, as long as you're not being stupid with it. Obviously a convicted criminal caught with one would be dealt with accordingly, but there's no unreasonable presumption of intent imposed on the general public. Under those rules, I'd be more inclined to have a Swiss Tool on me at all times, provided weight constraints aren't a problem.

[@jonathans.2176]

@233kosta how I said, there are some models with a fixed blade and also some models with a fixed blade that you can open wirh one hand. The Ranger is a bigger knife and you can open the blade only with two hands, but you can lock the blade. So there is no reason, to avoid a locking mechanism for the saw of this model, because there is aleeady a locking mechanism for the blade and the blade is mich more suitable for injuring people.

[@turkeytrac1]

If you don't have a old candle, you can also rub some handsoap from a bar of soap on the blade and achive a reduction in friction as well.

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot for this tip!

[@TheGrenadier97]

Great tips as always Felix. The shoulder movement and the wax trick are golden. Excellent.

[@FelixImmler]

Herzlichen Dank!!

[@madamecampsalot6384]

Great tips Felix! Anyone bored by your presentation thinks they have no more to learn. Sad for them.

[@Sandra-dt4ec]

Brilliant! Thank You Felix

[@maxlvledc]

Must watch video for all new users.

[@FelixImmler]

Hello Dominic! Thank you so much!

[@debrascheer4577]

You are a great teacher. Love your videos 🤩

[@FelixImmler]

That makes me happy. Thank you!

[@c0mbo]

Watching your tutorials makes me happy and is very helpful. Happy - because you seem so enthusiastic and keen on what you are explaining.

[@jacqueline7118]

Some wonderful tips! Your smile is contagious, when you smile it makes me smile, great way to end a busy work day! :) :) Thanks for sharing. :) :)

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot for this wonderful feedback!

[@WayPointSurvival]

Great video! Thanks for the tips on using a saw. I did indeed learn some things. Thanks again, my friend!

[@FelixImmler]

That makes me very happy! Thank you my friend!

[@sanyablogger]

Благодарю вас Феликс, за очередную порцию полезных советов, для владельцев Victorynox 👍

[@anthonywarwick6090]

Love this guy. Even if he wasn’t so interesting to learn from his accent and enthusiasm is reason enough to listen and watch. ❤

[@archivist17]

Some very useful hints there; something for pretty much everyone, from novice to expert

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot!!

[@remowo_]

Thank you sir. You are right about the sawing technique! I was doing it totally wrong for years!

[@oferbechor1579]

THANK YOU very much dear friend 🌲🌲🌲

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot for watching!!

[@dragonbladestudios8061]

Tool maintenance and use is a much overlooked skill, another top notch video ❤

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks for this wonderful comment!

[@themightysquid]

Excellent instructional video. I’ve made these sawing mistakes numerous times and I never thought there was a “right” way to saw. I’ll definitely take your advice next time. Thanks!

[@nauticalknotcraft]

Excellent video Felix. I agree that tools can be ruined without using the proper technique. It's amazing how long a SAK saw remains sharp. Thanks, bravo.

[@FelixImmler]

Thank you my friend!

[@DenisSolaro]

Amazing video, I thought I knew how to use my saw blade but I was doing it wrong all that time. That straightening method with the vice is very useful. Thanks again.

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks for your positive feedback!

[@SpartanJohns]

Hi Felix! In my opinion the basics are the most important things people should learn. Not just beginners but also people who have some experience. Because with experience comes confidence and with that comes the feeling that you know everything. I often do that myself. To be honest I did not know the 5th tip. I will try it! As always: Very well explained and showed! VLG, Denis

[@FelixImmler]

Hey dennis. I'm always happy when I get comments from old friends. I like to remember the times when the bushcraft community was very small. All the Best Felix

[@johanneswerner1140]

I only (mostly) knew #5 :) I use it all the time when woodworking. At first I did not like #2 because that's not how I learned to saw - but then the stance is very cramped / closed in, and you just cannot move your arm freely anyway, so it makes sense and I will try it out!

[@ralfklonowski3740]

When British football coach Fred Pentland took over the Spanish team Athletic Bilbao, his first training unit was "How to tie your football boots correctly". When asked about this, he said "Get the basics right, the rest will follow." During his time, Bilbao won a number of titles. Easily one of my top 3 football anecdotes.

[@csmatteson]

I live and learn, Felix. Thanks!

[@renem.3413]

Brilliant tricks how to improve the use of the Victorinox saw. Thank you for this excellent lesson, Felix. Happy weekend René

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot Rene!

[@Swimdeep]

I’m never bored by your videos. I always learn something new.🌿

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot!

[@gw10758]

Thanks Felix, Have a great summer,

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot!

[@jdhtyler]

I have still got mine, given to me in 1968ish The saw always impressed me, as a kid I used it to cut lead for fishing weights. back in the days of "make do and mend"

[@FelixImmler]

Best technique on how to straighten a bended saw blade : kzbin.info/www/bejne/m2mQgphnlJVrrac Is it possible to sharpen the wood saw? kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKfXdqWeZ66Nras

[@PiscatorLager]

I always clean the saw with Ballistol. The smell is disgusting, but it has the positive side effect to lube the knife's joints. As a child the sawblade of my Ranger often was so full of resin that I couldn't even close it any more.

[@EnricoDePaoli]

Felix, your videos are the best. You make people feel like going out for adventures. Rock on!

[@InGratitudeIam]

These were all great tips. Vielen dank von Arizona! :)

[@вадимандрушкевич]

Hi Felix!!! Thank you! Good luck. Have a nice day!!!!

[@mrsteve170]

I love your videos. Thank you.

[@abkrasser]

Danke lieber Felix, habe wieder etwas dazugelernt. Bisch en geile Siech! ...stay tuned!

[@FelixImmler]

merci! 😂

[@irmuggle]

I agree. There are so many so-called Bush crafters teaching non Bush craft people wanting to learn it absolutely kills me when I watch him use a saw they. Put it between 2 high points and then cut the middle. and the wood binds down on the blade. It's just absolutely astonishing, but I also was using it wrong and have learned to cut. And a downward stroke instead of a cross thank you for your tip does make sense

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot for this super interesting comment!

[@John..18]

Great tips Felix,, I have also rounded off the tips of the saws on my knives, taking off the sharp edges just on the tip, goes a long way to stopping it digging in, and catching in the groove when sawing.. It also feels nicer on your thumb or finger, when opening the blade,, All the best from England.. 👍

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks for your interesting comment!

[@meliharca]

Those tips are really helped me for understand sawing action, shoulder tip is absolute mindblow for me. Thanks for the nicest contents you had done.

[@JoeMac1983]

I thought I'd back out of this video after a minute because everything would be obvious. That tip on sawing in the direction you're pressing was worth sticking around for. Thank you!

[@ЮрийКопылов-д3ц]

Большое спасибо Вам за советы, для меня многое полезно .Отдельно спасибо за позитив в каждом вашем выпуске видео.

[@epbrewtus1]

Very nice to see you again my friend!

[@thevineclimber]

I use my saw all the time and never ever thought about this. Thank you!!

[@lisuk66]

Hello, Felix Mr VixMan. Thank's a lot for a great ideas 👍👍👍👌!

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot for watching!

[@peterdoring7521]

Klasse Felix, wie Du wirklich brauchbare Tipps immer wieder prägnant präsentierst!

[@FelixImmler]

Vielen Dank Peter. Dein Kommentar freut mich sehr!

[@ArcanisUrriah]

Some very obvious points there, which most people, including myself, had not even considered! Thank you.

[@0011ytvideo]

Очень полезные советы, Феликс. Начиная от "очевидных" советов по расположению и давлению и до выпрямления погнутой пилы. Как всегда, гениально просто.

[@FelixImmler]

Thank you very much!!!

[@rcg5317]

Very good advice and demonstration. I would add that many people press to hard while pushing and pulling the blade. The design of the saw blade allows it to cut super efficiently with a light but consistent pressure. My father said to let the blade do the work.

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot for this super interesting comment!

[@prometheus9096]

This is a golden rule for most saws not only on SAKs. Got the same tip by my dad btw :) (god bless him)

[@Astroarno]

Vielen Dank für die vielen Tipps! Wirklich wieder viel gelernt. Auch die Grundlagen finde ich sehr wichtig (Tipp 1). Auch wenn man als Handwerker intuitiv vorgeht und oft die beste Lösung automatisch anwendet sollte man sich ab un zu drüber bewust werden und auch die "einfachsten" Regeln bewust bedenken!. Wie immer 👍 und witer so!! VG Arno

[@FelixImmler]

Du sprichst mir aus dem Herzen!!

[@dennyhughes4567]

I have been using a Camper model SAK since 1974, and a survival and Bushcraft instructor, I have built 100's of camps using the saw. It is still very sharp. Thanks for another great video Felix. Denny Hughes. 🇺🇲🙏🐕😎

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks for this interesting feedback!

[@ricdonato4328]

Hi Felix, your technique with a candle is a wonderful technique. Thank you. Although I use either a candle or bar soap for setting screws into wood, both greatly reduce friction, I never thought about the same technique for the saw.

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks for your interesting feedback!

[@bennaturan8862]

There are rumors that Felix is a time traveller and he actually taught the original swiss army knife design to Karl Elsener himself back in 1885

[@MM------]

Sounds like a bootstrap paradox . . . .

[@timp3931]

Would acetone damage the plastic scales?

[@FelixImmler]

you are right!

[@susanwoodcarver]

Fascinating… everything you told us makes sense and is logical. I will thankfully use your tips.

[@FelixImmler]

Thank you very much dear Susan!

[@bartjeej]

I'm so happy I stumbled upon this. These tips and tricks were super useful and no-nonsense. I don't use a saw often, but next time I do it'll be much more efficient. Thanks!

[@tonynapoli5549]

Thanks Felix always something to learn from you. Thanks for sharing 👍👌

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot my friend!

[@wilelee]

Felix net is a great testimonial to getting a job done right and not having to figure out over and over and over what a person is doing wrong. I appreciate that so much. It is simple but very very time saving. Thank you so much for sharing that with us.

[@FelixImmler]

Your comment make me a bit proud and i become a bit red in my face! Thank you!

[@wilelee]

@@FelixImmler you're a humble man and I appreciate allthe effort you put forth to give us such a variety of ways of using and making tools for bushcrafting Go's has blessed you with a great deal of knowledge and we are very blessed that you share that with us.

[@chriskp]

You’re a great teacher. These explanations are very clear. I appreciate the demonstrations of bad practice, emphasizing why it is less efficient. And the large models you have been using in your videos are also very cute and helpful in understanding these concepts. Thank you

[@stuartlockwood9645]

Hi Felix 😊 thanks for the tips, I will try them out next time I'm sawing whith my SAK, rubbing wax on tools to reduce friction is very useful, I use it frequently to rub on larger wood screws , it makes driving them in alot easier, my father taught me that trick, I think it's a very old carpenters idea from the days when wood screws were driven by hand, it's good that some ideas from the old days are still useful today. It was good to see you again, hope you and your family are keeping well, best wishe's to all, Stuart Uk.

[@hortensialopez9296]

I think is very good idea show the wrong way and the correct way, in my opinion is better because we could compare with our old actions and remember why fail in the past. Thanks for tips

[@karlbesser1696]

Dank deiner Tipps werde ich jetzt in der Lage sein, pro Stunde ein Raummeter Brennholz mit dem SAK zu sägen. 👌

[@FelixImmler]

👍👍👍🤠🤠🤠

[@ramrod175]

wow I never thought about those sawing mistakes , But now I see that it works!

[@lotos-mudr]

Ваши видео просто шикарны!

[@theWZZA]

I carry a Camper every day. Thanks for this video. I appreciate the giant SAK you made just to make your demonstration extra clear 👍

[@Dieg0_D]

Totalmente de acuerdo con tus consejos!! Gracias por compartir 👍

[@QuantumMechanic_88]

Required viewing by all SAK users. Thanks once again Master Immler. Love your shoes .

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot my friend!

[@SirPrancelot1]

Thanks Felix. Great tips.

[@FelixImmler]

Thank you!

[@dennislindenpellinge]

Vielen Dank für diese Tricks!! Sie erleichtern das Sägen erheblich! 😄👍👍

[@FelixImmler]

Herzlichen Dank für das schöne Feedback!

[@tuantooh7974]

Thanks for the great tips. I usually carry small packets of alcohol swabs for cleaning.

[@FelixImmler]

ohhh, thats interesting!

[@september1683]

Vom Felix kann man immer wieder etwas lernen. Danke!

[@FelixImmler]

Das freut mich sehr...vielen Dank!

[@jgbsweeper7325]

Thanks as always for the useful tips and tricks. I know a couple of those will improve my sawing performance 😀

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks for your feedback!

[@davidleasure9138]

Thanks for sharing Felix. Good useful tips

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot David!

[@musamanarov9528]

God bless you for your wonderful videos! Greetings from Bulgaria!

[@FelixImmler]

Thank you very much!

[@OnTheRiver66]

Great information. Simple, but “a word to the wise is sufficient.” Thanks, Felix!

[@FelixImmler]

Thank you very much!

[@worm_vaquero]

My granddad used a bar of soap to lubricate the saw blade. Great video as per usual.

[@georgsiefkes593]

You are a bit faster than me :-) Yes, the old carpenters used wax or soap. An old candle works great for saws or metal plane for example.

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot for this super interesting hint!

[@FelixImmler]

Thank you very much. This comment is super interesting!

[@georgsiefkes593]

Herzlichen Dank! Das ist ja nur eine Kleinigkeit im Vergleich zu deinen tollen Tips. Schönes Wochenende aus Dänemark in die Schweiz 😊

[@1963pipo]

Thank you very much Mister Immler. Wonderful advice, so helpful.

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot Philippe!

[@willikebari5478]

Tolle Praxistricks, die jeder mal brauchen kann! Vielen Dank dafür lieber Felix!👍👍👍 Ganz liebe Grüße aus Wels!

[@FelixImmler]

Danke lieber Willi!

[@bozidarsicel3884]

Very helpful and presented in some very funny way. Great work!

[@milcopedretti6236]

Grazie Felice, consigli sempre utili.

[@FelixImmler]

Grazie!

[@scenicdriveways6708]

Great tips Felix. Thanks you for sharing them.

[@FelixImmler]

Thansk a lot for your support!

[@HickSquatch]

Joe Price is one of my favorite outdoorsmen to learn from too! Great person too!

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot Rob!

[@shaynecarter-murray3127]

I had the wild idea to use cooking spray on my handsaw when cutting pine (i had cooking spray oil handy when i had the idea), and it seriously sped up the cutting and reduced the cleaning needed after. I always oil my saw before pruning now.

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks for this interesting comment!

[@augusto8821]

Endlich jemand, der weiß was er tut, und nicht nur einfach irgendwelche blöden Survivalmesser in die Kamera hält

[@FelixImmler]

Vielen Dank für das Kompliment!

[@КсенияЛапочка-л1ч]

Спасибо!!! Очень полезное видео👏 🐱

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot!

[@DeconstructedWithJosh]

As always, thank you sir for the wisdom!

[@FelixImmler]

Thank you very much!

[@michaeljones5395]

Great tips Felix! Thank you for sharing!

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot for watching!!

[@renzogianellamerino2006]

Thanks Félix, i allways learn something new un tour videos. I actually use 3 Victorinox: Army 7 alox for shorter daytrips in they field, Locksmith for edc and rangergrip 57 for general field use.

[@FelixImmler]

Super choices

[@charlesc6375]

Génial le coup de réduire la friction 👍 Merci pour cette vidéo 🙂

[@TylrVncnt]

Fantastic sawing tips!

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot!!

[@Knucky_Sammich]

The trick for straightening out the saw is awesome. My Hiker says "Thanks, Felix!"

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot!

[@TripleAAA53]

THANK YOU, Felix for more amazing tips and tricks with the saw!! The wax tip is amazing and WORKS VERY WELL!!

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks for your positive feedback!!!

[@IamACanadian47]

That is a fantastic model 👍, always helpful and very uplifting presentation skills, thanks very much 👏🇨🇦

[@lesdrinkwater490]

Excellent tips. Thanks Felix.

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot!

[@ayobali0121]

🥰 Seriously good advice 👌 even if your a so called expert, so many people are getting it wrong even me😢 This is for sure my new techniques 👍 Thanks Felix

[@FelixImmler]

That makes me happy. Thank you so much!

[@QuantumMechanic_88]

Even *YOU* ?

[@Aco747lyte]

Wonderful tips, Felix. Bravo! So useful to know that I'm passing your knowledge onto my daughters. Very best wishes, Wendi 🌻

[@FelixImmler]

wowwww, that makes me happy. Thank you so much!

[@burakkuraner]

thanks for the little and nice tips

[@FelixImmler]

Welcome!

[@alanaliyev456GT]

Thanks Felix the Friendliest of youtubers !

[@Miha-she4fi4tw7x]

Hi 🖐👍my friend🤠👌 super

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot!

[@michaelburke7428]

Thank you for an excellent video!

[@FelixImmler]

Danke Michael!!

[@OdeeOz]

Only 5 tips? 👍👍& 10🌟 for all your tips, and tricks. #5 is an old trick I learned in 1959 from my grandfather.

[@FelixImmler]

Wowww, thank you so much!!

[@albarnes6421]

Thanks, I'm glad I saw this ;P

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot for watching!!