The Best of Victorinox | Compact Cyber Tool

[@k81law]

I don’t use the parcel hook normally, but it did get me out of a pinch. Years ago my friend told me to drive because she had a few drinks. She threw her keys but threw them into a drainage by accident. I hyper extended the parcel hook on my explorer, tied shoelaces to the key ring. With the hook, I was able to grab on to one of her key rings and was able to get the keys back up.

[@Comment0815]

What a MacGyver feeling that had to be. I agree, you don't need the hook very often, but when you need it, it's awesome to have.

[@johnparinellojr.2035]

I had a similar thing happen to me. No one respects the hook until they wish they had the hook.

[@bjbundgaard233]

This guy can’t make a bad video. Every single video is perfectly informative and entertaining. Unfortunately my wallet hates this channel.

[@MarcusCreates]

Hahaha. Thanks bud.

[@davidjacobs828]

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[@jeenfizz]

@@davidjacobs828go to the Devil.

[@shedlife1783]

The compact ‘combi tool’ is a can opener, bottle opener, flat head, wire stripper and gets onto a cross head screw. Also pry (unofficially…). I EDC one and agree it’s great.

[@ironman2326]

I've used the parcel hook to remove a drywall anchor once. I also used the hook once to pull out a hot oven rack.

[@weejud4542]

Made the same tool myself a couple of years ago. Couldn’t agree more - perfect. Hardest thing to get past was taking apart the donor pieces - 2 of the most expensive Vics you can buy!

[@tudormarcu2006]

Hi Marcus, I use the toothpick to open up zip ties, use the parcel hook to put the chain back on the bicycle (not often but thankful when it happens and I have the victorinox it feels so nice to not have dirty fingers) My first knife was a Climber that I used for scouting. I donated that to my brother, I now EDC a cybertool 34 for work, and have a champ that stays at home. A jetsetter is a new addition to my keys as I don't want to EDC the Manager as it's been discontinued and prefer to keep that at home. As a side note on your pen technique in the hook, put the end of it right against the hinge with the L shape facing down, it'll sit better in there than what you demonstrated in the video!

[@MarcusCreates]

Thanks for the heads up on the pen. Will give it a try. On the manager, it’s the best little tool on the world. Carry it.

[@kristoffscuba5466]

Victorinox should make your custom SAK for the general market. I’d buy it for sure and carry it in a leather sheath with a cobra xs. Close to perfect EDC for me.

[@DonnieGladfelter]

As a Cub Scout leader, I gave the Super Tinker to my (8 y/o) Scouts because of the scissors. For me, the Compact and Explorer are my two favorite EDC SAK’s. I like the Explorer over the Huntsman because it includes an inline Phillips driver and scissors. To save the blade, I also like how the Victorinox can opener has a sharp edge; I find it perfect for opening packages. Shockingly, the awl and magnifying glass have proven more useful than I anticipated. I used the awl the other day to modify a Gatorade cap to work on a water bottle rocket launcher built for 2L bottles. Similarly, I find the magnifying glass helpful for reading small printed serial numbers on products in an office setting.

[@MarcusCreates]

Love hearing how different people use these awesome SAKs. I remember when I was in the scouts and had my Victorinox (can’t remember which one) but felt like I could take on any challenge.

[@rootuser7206]

I used the parcel hook yesterday at work to grab the lip of a thin seal from the inside-bottom and pull it back into place. 1st time I think I've ever used it for a "legitimate" purpose (besides the file on the back). Saved us ~$7.

[@brianradwanski6544]

I bought my Cybertool shortly after release whilst traveling through Atlanta airport. All these years later I still use it all the time. I have other SAKs but that one is by far my favorite. I like your compact cybertool. It really does keep the most used stuff while losing the unecessary.

[@juhansuits6555]

While you peobably won't need that hook every single day, I've still found it very handy in situations where I have to pull or tighten some wire, rope, zip ties, springs etc, also some random cases of improvised problem solvings. It is a strong hook and the knife makes a decent handle for it. I don't think I've ever heard of anyone carrying parcels with it, but the more you use it for different tasks, the more new uses you find for it.

[@13owa3]

The parcel hook can be used with any T shank blade to create a really effective saw. Its a game changer if you don’t mind carrying around a couple T shank blades. Theres videos on it.

[@MarcusCreates]

I’ll have a look and see. Thanks for the heads up.

[@ironman2326]

I got my first pocket knife when I was like 6 years old. It was 1989. A few years later I discovered MacGyver and I've loved swiss army knives ever since. Keep the Victorinox videos coming! 😄

[@chrislange3462]

I had Wes do a compact with magnifier and phillips layer in the middle, so basically a yeoman. Absolutely love it.

[@MarcusCreates]

Wes is great. Would recommend anyone who is thinking of doing a custom to just reach out to him. Priced really well too. Glad you love your Yeoman 👍🏻

[@NGMonocrom]

Tooth-pick: Not the best, but you wipe it off with a tissue paper and a bit of water. Bantam combo tool: It's also a can-opener. Not a great one, but can be used for that. *Explorer:* No, wasn't in the video, but arguably one of the best all-around Urban EDC Victorinox models out there. Definitely worth a look. (Also has the magnifier from the much thicker Swiss Champ. And, as you get older; that magnifier becomes a lot more useful.)

[@KAZOOBLOOM]

I have used the carrying hook many times, I have carried paint buckets, newspaper bundles and most recently, I used it to help me get a wheel removed on my vaccuum. Don't discount the hook, it is great! Also, loved the video! Subscribed!

[@maynard4599]

Before I use my toothpick I sanitize it with hand sanitizer and wipe it dry it's my bandana, then repeat that again before storing it away. It's not hospital-grade sanitary, but at least you aren't storing it with food still attached.

[@n_maniatis]

Great video! I have been modding my own SAKs for the past 2 years and once you get into that rabbit hole, there is no turning back.

[@paulyb_tech]

Marcus, that is exactly the tool I'm after. The compact cybertool. Absolutely perfect combo. The only thing i'd change is to have a removeable blade. Maybe a utility blade or even a scalpel so that I can travel with it in my carry on. Otherwise, it's just what I would specify. Brilliant.

[@MarcusCreates]

I like the idea of the removable blade. Hadn’t thought of that a now wishing I had. 😂

[@chrislange3462]

I am pretty eager to see what victorinox comes up with for bladeless options and if TSA says anything. From what I have read, they still have issues with even the small scissors sometimes. On the removable blade front, I thought I read a recent policy where if something had removable blades, even if no separate blades are apparent anywhere, they still weren't allowing them. Would suck to run into that with a nice custom and no time to do anything about it.

[@paulyb_tech]

@@chrislange3462 Me too. I do carry a manager with the blade ground down in my carry on and I have so far only been stopped once coming back from Europe into the UK and when I demonstrated that the blade was blunt, they let me through. I would specifically buy Marcus's tool from SAK if it had a removeable blade for travelling. So go ahead SAK, take my money 😁

[@woodroez]

I edc the Compact! Every single tool on it has seen use at my work. The combi tool is just blade-like enough that I can use it to cut packing tape on boxes. I could name all the little jobs the tools have done, but I'll just mention that I've used the hook to help lace up boots before, and I DO use the toothpick if the need arises and it DOES get cleaned afterwards. Eventually.

[@geraldmcmullon2465]

I have the Swiss Champ since 1989 (older than the one shown). The pilfers are still good. I do not attempt to twist or pull on objects that are well beyond a short tool and not heavy duty. There is enough torque for small hex nuts. I hold wires that I solder and screws held in place when starting to tighten. The scissors have a screw and that has become loose and will not remain tighten. The later version has riveted blades as well as the hook on the back for parcels but doubles up to hold the pen for better grip or even blades from electrical saws for small tasks or in difficult to get to places needing something different to the wood cutting saw. Although I have doubts about the fish scale remover it is a good pry bar for staples. All the other tools I have used. Main tool use are scissors, nail file (metal saw), blade, Philips screw driver and the insert small flat head for (eye) glasses and magnifying glass. So my choice starts with mountaineer then ranger and champ.

[@ffotograffydd]

TSA restrictions aren’t relevant in the EU given it’s an agency of the US Department of Homeland Security. The knifeless SAK is being developed for any one who wants to take it on a flight, we can carry bladed SAKs in the EU.

[@tomrobertson7391]

Hi Marcus, the huntsman also contains a wood saw, it's my favorite SAK for hiking.

[@MarcusCreates]

Forgot to mention. Doh

[@dryBiftekia]

Great video Marcus! I'm carrying the cybertool m as my edc. I use the toothpick to clean the dust out of my cellphone charger and I usually disinfect it with some alcohol wipes after using it. I was sceptical about the little pliers but they have come in super handy. I have large hands so if I need to do some precision tasks it is perfect for me.

[@MarcusCreates]

Ok. Now that’s a good use case for the toothpick. 👍🏻☺️

[@ricardodelgadoetchepar8405]

The issue with the Victorinox is that the uses are limited by your imagination. In the case of the hook, I used it a lot in the field, in camp, for countless uses such as removing a stake from the tent, I also used the pliers to carry hot things But at least for me, in an urban environment the queens are minichamp, compact, explorer, and cybertool (additionally they can be supplanted by a swis champ carried in the backpack).

[@MarcusCreates]

Pulling up tent pegs is a new one

[@MrStuartIrvin]

R.e. the SAK random hook. I use it for getting the plastic insert out of olive oil bottles and Calpol bottles before we recycle them.

[@MarcusCreates]

Another good use case but not a reason to carry it everywhere I go. The space on the backside is limited on these knives so something has to go there I guess.

[@assadn5082]

That custom victorinox might just be the one I'm looking for. Amazing work and channel! Thank you.

[@MarcusCreates]

Awesome! Thank you! Would definitely recommend.

[@Gringorican]

16:01 i keep a Tinker Deluxe in the car. The pliers can turn a few small nuts (helped me tighten a phone mount) and pull those annoying mini fuses when i need to. Also, in a pinch, the can opener fits most philips screw heads.

[@simonuspascalidae9285]

I finally find someone who understand me for the victorinox compact ! Thank's ! I'm not alone :D For the hook, It was originally designed for postmen, to hang strings around packages and move them on sorting belts. And yes, I often use it when I have to carry heavy plastic bags without cutting my fingers. Very clever for the compact cyber, love it !

[@johngladish6659]

Backstory / trivia on the Victorinox parcel hook tool: In the early 1990's in Switzerland, it was introduced on pocket knives to aid in carrying old newspaper bundles that were criss-crossed wrapped with twine. The twine would bite into your hand when carrying heavy bundles and this was a tool asked by Swiss customers for their pocket knife to make it more comfortable to carry them to recycling. Recycling laws changed at that time in Switzerland compelling residents to recycle old newspaper, in addtion to recycling glass, aluminium, plastic bottles, etc. This is why the "hook" is relatively narrow, the optimal diameter for a few strands of twine...

[@jeremiahsas]

I use the hook to lift my large shower grate for cleaning, perfect tool for the job!

[@mervynfernandez2268]

Great video! Can you please post a link to the pocket clip you use on your compact? 9:47

[@Sammyandbobsdad]

With the pen: don’t use the parcel hook, revolve the grey back part of the pen into the corkscrew. It fits perfectly and gives you a much sturdier lengthened pen. Also, I use the awl “all” the time.

[@MarcusCreates]

Thanks for the tip

[@Comment0815]

I prefer putting the pen under the corkscrew instead of screwing it in. The pen lies perfectly under it and will be held at the notch between the liners. At least that's what I do on my Sportsman, where I don't have the hook.

[@12345678927164]

Hook is good for cranking down and wrapping bobed wire together. Make sure to wear gloves. Also, for those missing that package opener, just use diamond stones and sharpen up your awl and can opener to razor edges. All edges on these models should be as sharp as you can get them for reasons of battlefield importance.

[@CompassCustomCreations]

Scissors are a must for me! I've carried the Executive for something like 30 years. I've tried several others but like the Executive's form factor; two layer, 75mm, twin blades. After watching lots of video's, and hearing others worship of the Compact, I purchased one and have been trying it out. What I like about the Compact is the more robust blade and scissors. I miss the file on the Executive that also doubles as a phillips screw driver and also miss the small blade. I also really like the lighter weight of the Executive. The Compact has certainly earned a place in the rotation; but the Executive is still my go to EDC Knife. To be sure, habit plays a large part in my preference! I will confess that of late the Compact has been my EDC of choice, I've come to appreciate the more rugged blade. What I miss is the nail file that the Executive has.

[@MarcusCreates]

Compact rules 😊

[@geraldmcmullon2465]

The best step up from the Classic Sd is the 74mm Executive. I do prefer the larger scissors and larger file on the 91mm Champ but then you have to get a mountaineer which is so close to the more useful ranger and more bloat with the Champ. Executive keeps it simple. You could also make a pouch to store spares from the Swisscard to get larger scissors, the mail file/screwdriver and letter opener/blade and add longer pen, tweeters and toothpick from 91mm range creating a different form factor to the Swisscard.

[@CompassCustomCreations]

@@geraldmcmullon2465 It has now my custom to carry the Compact when wearing casual clothes and the Executive when in something a little more dressy. I also have taken to carrying the Fieldmaster and the Alox Pioneer X... Bottom line is an SAK is the foundation of my EDC.

[@todd.parker]

Love those white scales, awesome. Great video, thanks for the shout out Marcus. Cool we share the same dream tool!

[@MarcusCreates]

Huge fan of the videos you create Todd. You’ve got a very unique style and always shot beautifully with great BRoll. Keep up the great work. 👍🏻

[@TunaToons77]

SAKs are the best and have incredible history. I collect vintage models and managed to obtain the first model from 1890.

[@MarcusCreates]

Wow!!! I’d love to have one.

[@edwardfletcher7790]

The Awl and small Pliers are both very handy for Electronics hobbyists or DIY enthusiasts.

[@MarcusCreates]

Interesting. What do you use the pliers for as an Electronics Hobbyist?

[@edwardfletcher7790]

@@MarcusCreates Accurately bending the legs on components for PCB board insertion. Cutting the legs off the components after mounting. Holding the nuts on bolts while I use a screwdriver. Cutting and stripping wires. Holding items while soldering (with a rubber band for tension). Tightening the nuts on potentiometers and metal headphone jacks. I've been using an SAK in Electronics for 40yrs.

[@edwardfletcher7790]

@@MarcusCreates The Awl I use primarily for making and enlarging socket holes in plastic or aluminium project cases. I've also used it to clean corrosion off my car battery terminal posts and clamps. I'm not going to ruin the blades edge doing that !! I've also used it for making holes in wood for bushcrafting and even a wooden hook on a willow pole to get into my car when I locked the keys in it !! LMAO 🤣

[@JonCross]

The cyber tool is my favorite have it in translucent blue agree on the pliers but have used the driver bits a lot.

[@Vinylguy67]

I use the parcel hook to tighten and adjust boot laces, especially my snowmobile boots when I've got thick layers on and bending becomes harder. I've also used it to pull some wires through a small hole, admittedly only once. But it works really well for all kinds of boots.

[@mandolinka29]

I use the parcel hook. heavy plastic bag when shopping for groceries or something. also I use it for the pen. The compact one has a file on the spine as well, so great for nails

[@AboutThings_byTarif]

Hey Marcus. I just did my first Victorinox video which is funny to have it at the same time as this. I think a small cyber tool with scissors would be the best SAK of all time and said as much. You're one of the reasons why I recently started my channel and videos like this are the reason why. Thanks for all the great content.

[@MarcusCreates]

That’s awesome. Delighted you’re creating content. It’s hugely rewarding. Will check your video out now.

[@jordibarguno]

I was given the Cybertool, when I was a kid, and still have it. I have been using it for 27 years, it doesnt look as nice as yours, but in my opinion it is amazing. P.S. I just found out it is called the Victorinox Cybertool.

[@MarcusCreates]

The tools you’ve had the longest = the coolest ☺️

[@jordibarguno]

@MarcusCreates I also carry a mini champ, but I have only been carrying it for about 7- 8 years. It is sooo small and versatile, and I always have it even when carrying my cybertool is not convenient.

[@snorresletten974]

First: You forgot to mention the wood saw on the Huntsman. Without it, it's a Climber, I guess. Parcel hook: I bought a second-hand knitted sweater for an Icelandic outdoor festival. I discovered a hole in it, which would start unravelling. I was able to use the parcel hook as a crochet hook and hook the loops of thread back into each other and tie it together. I can’t even find the place the hole was now; the sweater is as good as new. I also use the hook to pull the chain on my bike and other unforeseen cases. I kind of like it, it’s the use-your-imagination-tool 😊

[@MarcusCreates]

I did? Shoot. Hearing lots of stories about how the parcel hook actually saved the day too. 👍🏻

[@grubengold]

Great video, Marcus! I've been carrying a Compact daily for many years and a Cybertool M is part of my work bag carry - primarily for the screwdriver capabilities. Guess your custom design would be the perfect combination for me as well. Hope Victorinox will offer these one day. For travel, the Explorer is also a good choice at only four layers. It's got an inline phillips screwdriver (don't like the ones on the back instead of the cork screw...) and the magnifier comes in handy every now and then. Really enjoying your content so far, appreciate the time and effort you put into your channel.

[@MarcusCreates]

What a nice thing to say. Thanks 🙏.

[@doubledecker1094]

Also don't forget the nail file on the back of the parcel hook on the Compact.

[@MarcusCreates]

👍🏻

[@mrchiefbs]

I use the parcel hook in a pinch if theres an ungodly tight knot/cord. Slip it through and it comes undone quickly.

[@MarcusCreates]

Another great heads up. Thanks

[@N1inSK]

Hmm. I wouldn't have thought of that. I recently used the corkscrew on my Champ as an improvised marlinspike to help with a jammed shoelace.

[@doubledecker1094]

I edc the compact too. I recently used the parcel hook to life some tent pegs which was useful.

[@MarcusCreates]

Someone else commented about the tent pegs. Great use case

[@brucehorn7600]

I don’t use the toothpick as a toothpick but I do use it for other things. However I carry the tiny alcohol wipes nurses use to sterilize injection sites to clean that and the knife blade which tends to get gummed up with tape residue and such.

[@MarcusCreates]

Not a bad idea

[@hollyhockNYC]

I was just going to say that I have also used it for other things. Pushing reset buttons on electronics, poking into small places on something where you don't want to use a pin/knife, etc... The toothpick actually has come in surprisingly handy for me over the years for non toothpicking. lol

[@MarcusCreates]

@@hollyhockNYC as long as we’re agreed it’s not for your teeth Holly then I’m with you 😂

[@hollyhockNYC]

@@MarcusCreates lol... Fair enough!

[@brianspriggs7881]

I use the parcel hook more than I ever thought I would, just wish they would put a crosshatch on the back of all hooks! An extra 5 pounds/dollars more!

[@Richard7481]

It’s hard to beat Victorinox for quality. That incredibly satisfying and smooth ‘snap’ as you close a tool never gets old. Is the company conservative? Yes, but they have been making SAKs forever and know better than any other company how to make functional and reliable multi-tools.

[@MarcusCreates]

Victorinox honestly surprises me so much if the time. Like the number of models they’ve discontinued that people genuinely love. Like, I can guarantee if they brought the manager back it would be a best seller.

[@Richard7481]

@@MarcusCreates Yes, the Manager is much loved but now gone. Odd given that the Midnite version is available, during an era when everyone has a far better light on them at all times in the form of a smartphone. It’s like the brilliant Rambler only being available with cellidor scales when an alox version would sell by the bucketload, but for whatever reason, possibly to avoid cannibalising sales of the Classic SD, it’s not available.

[@nirfz]

I really liked the discontinued executive. (a 74mm model) People liked to make fun of it for the orange peeler. But that thing worked great, and not just for that. And it had two sizes of blades + nailfile + scissors. Light, small and very usefull. As it is discontinued mine will stay at home. (they ended all the 74mm models this year)

[@knghtbrd]

The toothpick is worth having, but never for putting into your mouth. It's a light-duty and non-marring pry tool, it's a way to grab and pull a nail nick of other tools you just can't open. It's a cleaning stick that can reach into places you can't reach with anything that isn't pointy (and it won't scratch most of them). It's a "toothpick" because of its size and shape, not for how you ought to be using it.

[@07Corcaigh]

They're excellent for cleaning lint out of your phone's usb port (nonconductive)

[@Koszuteq1]

What’s wrong about using the toothpick as a toothpick? 🤔 I use it all the time.

[@AGFuzzyPancake]

I use the parcel hook about once a month to move stuck platten rollers in industrial label printers. The idea is that there is a small and hard to reach plastic tab that I have to pull on with maybe 20 or 30 lbs of force. I have used it other times for similar jobs requiring similar hard tugs in small hard to reach places.

[@JonCross]

Already reached out have an older cyber tool 41 but to bulky for carrying all the time. So glad I found you channel such great videos.

[@Red-vi2ez]

Do you throw always your fork and spoon after use? No you clean them. So just clean the toothpick. Wipe it of and clean it more thoroughly when you can. Thanks for a good video.

[@Marwarluigi]

I carry the Cybertool L. It has everything I need, but I don’t need the fish descaler or the magnifying lens as I’m young and still have good eyes

[@LarryGarfieldCrell]

I have used the hook. Mainly to carry a garbage bag that's too heavy for me to carry by hand without the handles digging into my fingers. Not often, but I have used it

[@MarcusCreates]

Great. I literally never think about it.

[@ParkerBinion]

Awesome Cyber Compact with ferro rod and kindling! Wes made my Cyber Companion which is one layer thicker and adds a small file, package opener, bottle opener and flat head.

[@sloanNYC]

The Cybertool small drops the pliers, but also the scissors, which kind of killed it for me, but the Medium looks to be similar to the one you showed. I have used the pliers for small tasks and thin wire, but that's it.

[@ZiGGi03]

I use the cybertool for fixing my drones it’s great when out and about

[@MarcusCreates]

That’s a good shout. Might stick one in my drone bag.

[@EDCMECH]

That is the perfect SAK! Victorinox should take notice

[@MarcusCreates]

Cheers buddy

[@N1inSK]

My first SAK was Grand Prix model. I used it for 25 years then retired it in favour of a cheap multitool, then quickly upgraded to a Swisstool Spirit X. Nowadays, the Deluxe TInker with a file would be my perfect knife. Since the Champ was on a REALLY good sale at just over half the price of a deluxe Tinker, I bought that instead. (It actually cost most of my Canadian Tire money + $10 in cash) I figure for the price, I can carry the extra mass. But the fish scaler was the first tool I use: had to fish a sheet of jammed paper out of the office printer, and didn,t want to touch the hot drum. The magnifying glass is surprisingly useful for reading the price per gram or per unit in stores. But I doubt I'll ever use the wood saw. The Grand Prix knife is in its leather belt pouch in a drawer under my bed.

[@sadisticD]

My favorite SAK is the Explorer with plus scales. The inline Phillips with the scissors is just perfect to me. I do feel the Huntsman/Fieldmaster is also a great choice.

[@MarcusCreates]

The Explorer is a great SAK but it’s just a little too chunky for me for daily carry. I never need a magnifying by glass

[@alfredobetancourt679]

I love Victorinox pocket knives, I have had Victorinox since I was 10. Now my favorite everyday knife is the Tinker Small.

[@timjohnston57]

Really enjoyed the video, I think we share similar thoughts on EDC. I carry the compact, but I’ve seriously been thinking about getting the cyber tool to have the screwdrivers. As you mentioned, they’re very important to have for things around the house and what have you. I’ve got to say I checked out the T-shirts, and I just cannot justify $90 for a T-shirt. That’s just ridiculous. Again enjoy your channel and I subscribe because of this video.

[@stephengaren2219]

I love my Cybertool 29/Small. I have two of them and next to the Climber, my current second favorite in my collection, they're hard to beat. However, I did find a custom builder that makes the CyberCompact and ordered one for $160 also. It will be here in a week or so. It may end up being at the top of my list, followed by the Cybertool Small and then the Climber. I rarely use scissors and have a secret workaround for them when needed for SAKs without them. But the CyberCompact is so intriguing to me that I've been eyeing them since they started being made, so I finally took the plunge and bought one.

[@Gold_Stadt]

You can't go wrong with a Victorinox. My choice at home: Compact. My choice for the office: Mini champ. Leisure: Super Tinker. 👍

[@lukedogwalker]

Pliers and parcel hook are good for working on a bicycle. Pliers can unscrew nuts. As to weight of carry, I carried a Huntsman and never noticed. I now carry a Handyman, same size as the Cybertool 34, and barely notice. Trick is to use a pocket clip to hold it vertical. But I also don't often wear jeans, so I guess of you like your trousers to be figure-hugging with tight, useless pockets, you need a Compact! 😉

[@codymr1974]

I have EDC'd the Alox Soldier since I was a teen. Love that little pocket knife.

[@shawnlowhorn5009]

Man my favorite is the tinker. I think every dad needs one. I use mine for my kids atleast once a day.

[@aaronfinna]

I always carry my Compact. Once we had to make room for a small excavator at the office, so we tied a thin rope around the pine tree branches and I held them in place with the hook. PS. I even use the toothpick rarely. I wash and disinfect it in case I have to use it. Every single time.

[@MarcusCreates]

Wow. That’s cool

[@joostwestra]

I have also been playing with Victorinox knives quite a bit and would agree the compact cybertool is the best combo for me. Or an even slimmer version without the scissors plus a compact 58mm with scissor on my keychain.

[@axllebeer]

I really need to look into the custom options I would live to have something like your custom white Nox. I actually use the hook with the file on the back as a file, using the nail nick on the end is perfect for pressing in on standard bicycles valve stems when changing tires, Twisting in small hanging hooks which I did recently, pull tabs on cans. There are other uses, but I'm glad its there.

[@johnparinellojr.2035]

There’s a lot to unpack here. First my top 5 would be in no particular order: the 580 clipper, the sak card, the cybertool M aka 34, the compact and finally the mini champ. With regard to your custom tool I would have had the driver in the center the scissors knife and combo tool on the sides, I would have kept the hook and toothpick for reasons I’ll explain in I bit. I’m a firm believer that a pliers based multi tool (what ever you decide to carry) and a sak knife go together like PB&J, one can not exist without the other. So I normally carry the super tool 300 or wave depending on the day, and one of the sak knives I mentioned earlier. Add a bit kit and I can handle just about anything my day might throw at me. When it comes tools I like to have variety, not too redundant but to sparse either. So for me a tooth pick is a must, food always does with food does in people’s teeth, but I do clean it regularly. Finally why I love the hook, and will seldom leave home without it. It was summer time and I was walking to my car after an appointment, and you guessed it I locked my keys in the car. Fortunately my windows were slightly rolled down enough for me to use the saw on my leatherman to cut a tree branch, then use my paracord bracelet and compact hook I was able get my keys back. To conclude I’d rather have it and not need it, then need it and not have it. Great review I enjoyed hearing your thoughts. ❤

[@hanzzz2303]

I've had the Cybertool for ages, but when I saw the Compact today I ordered it right away. It's got everything I need in only 2 layers. A winner. I like your custom version, but for me it's already too big. And if you use the needle on all you family, why do you need use the tooth pick? I use them all and all the time! You haven't mentioned the file on the parcel hook which actually gives it a use. Thanks for the video, informative and entertaining as ever, you're a star!

[@ericbaker1200]

I carry a Bantam in my pocket everyday, and keep a Compact and a Camper in my car to equal a Huntsman and have some redundancy. I love your Compact Cyber Tool. I think it would be really great if someone could take your custom and adapt the retractable writing pen from the 58mm, then add one more layer with the magnifying glass and a custom awl? The tool that normally comes on that stack is a phillips screwdriver, but with a bit driver you wouldn't need it.

[@MarcusCreates]

Thanks for sharing!

[@EDC_ESQ]

Great video -- brought back memories of when I was a young scout with a SAK at summer camp, although thankfully, it didn't give me a scar. Lately I've been carrying a Nextool (either the Mini Flagship or the Black Knight) because they offer BOTH a real set of pliers and a huge pair of scissors. No complaints so far.

[@MarcusCreates]

There is something so great about these pocket knives. Old school and yet highly relevant today. In such a huge fan.

[@philipknowles1]

That’s a really good tool set on your custom one. I’d be happy with that but the one I keep thinking I’d like would be the 84mm Sportsman but with the addition of scissors. That would be sweet. Like you I’ve had the very rare moment of using the corkscrew to save the day. Party at my sister’s and her corkscrew snapped. My moment to shine! I’ve actually put the parcel hook to use recently too. The side panel on the bath got knocked and pushed in slightly. The gap was too small for a finger or almost anything else but the parcel hook was perfect to get in there and pull it back into place.

[@MarcusCreates]

Reach out to Wes and see how much he’d charge you for your dream Sportsman

[@zacharyneedham6044]

I use the hook for pulling out the small metal steaks out of the ground (I have kids in sports and we put up tent thing for shade and need it to steak it down)

[@jasonroper7154]

I have yet to get the cyber but absolutely love the bantam, rambler and tinker deluxe, carry the 3 everyday. Have so many others, like you first one as a kid in the early 80s. Keep it up, love the content. Now I will be looking at getting the cyber next

[@ironman2326]

I use the toothpick on my Victorinox regularly! I'm usually at a restaurant or on break at work when I'm using it. I wash it with soap and hot water after each use. Then I wipe it down with an alcohol swab.😉

[@JustineWiniker]

I've seen leather with the awl. It was a quick job! But I've made several belt holes which is a mistake. You're supposed to cut the side by the buckle and re-sew the buckle.

[@Miguel_GM]

13:30 The Huntsman should also have a wood saw. If not, then it's the Climber.

[@ketch_up]

There are locking blade models in the delemont (Wenger) line. I carry an s17.

[@andrewdarowski1975]

I have a Spartan that I EDC. I keep trying to convince myself that i should get another model, but i can never actually decide what i need more. I really like having a nail file, but i also love the small blade and they're mutually exclusive. I also like the scissors, but i dont want a three layer knife. So, i always argue myself into buying another, and then argue myself out of it.

[@MarcusCreates]

Hahaha. It’s a constant battle.

[@яёгниот]

when i had a victorinox i used the hook because I go to the woods very often and I used thin wire to tie sticks for carying and if i held the wire it would be PAIN

[@renanmarcondesfacchinatto1316]

Great video! For me the hook is essential both for carrying plastic bags from the supermarket and to untie knots (especially when I’m playing with paracord)! For the pliers, I prefer the handyman, and I’ve had to release some bolts from my bike once and it handled great. Just subscribed, loved your channel!

[@Sam_T2000]

my ideal SAK would be… a Companion Lite Deluxe Plus… with the diamond file on the back of the hook… in purple👌

[@MarcusCreates]

Make it happen ☺️

[@microMobilidade]

carrying a firestarter is a great advantage, just like learning to change a tire. You never know when you will need it and it might not be in an optimal situation, so yeah use them and learn how they work.

[@MichaelR-kl6hk]

I actually have used that hook on a victorinox to carry a couple of those plastic bags you get in the grocery store. I had come across the info somewhere that that is what it's for so decided to give it a try; not so good, easier to just use your hands in my opinion.

[@MarcusCreates]

Love that you tried it. I would just never even think of it to be honest 😂

[@robertbrannan9375]

I use my hook the most to hold the pen in place and write with it!

[@BenHulscher]

The Huntsman is part of my EDC, although I have still not used the saw.

[@walthefl]

My beloved edc knife is the victorinox pioneer x. I don’t need the scale tools and love the aluminum finish :)

[@MarcusCreates]

Great pocket knife

[@robertbrannan9375]

I got my first knife when I was 5! It was a victorinox classic SD!

[@LarryGarfieldCrell]

Living in the Chicago area, the blade on a 91mm Victorinox is over the legal length. Otherwise I'd carry my Explorer with plus scales. Instead, I have a Manager (bought off ebay as it's sadly discontinued), that is almost perfect. Tiny knife, bottle opener, Philips screwdriver, scissors, nail file, pen, tweasers. I actually find the pen easier to use than the plus scale pen, and I've used both. I've head the flashlight on the midnight manager is meh, which is why I didn't go that route. There's also the Rambler, which is the same minus the pen. But I use the pen quite a bit.

[@MarcusCreates]

I’ve landed on the Manager being my perfect EDC. My number one. Will have to make a video on it.

[@Jovi_97]

I took huge inspiration from you and this video, and just recieved my own version of the cyber compact in the mail today, made by Wes and sent to europe. It is a wonderful combination of tools in this small package, althought I made a few variations compared to yours.

[@charlesmckinney]

I carry the Ranger and don't notice it in my pocket at all. I also have two huntsman and a fieldmaster with an explorer on order

[@prosguer]

I carry a Swiss champ and I actually use the pliers a lot, actually is one of the reasons I got it, I needed pliers for my work and I'm a farmer so far no complains, too big for a pocket for sure but if you get a pouch you can't even notice.

[@stevewilliams2895]

the toothpick is great for removing pocket lint from the pivots of the tool. tops it getting so gummed up and stiff

[@JoshuaInTheWoods]

The Climber is King for me. I’ve got micarta scales with a pen slot and it is simply so good with only one extra layer than the Compact. Nice video.

[@MarcusCreates]

Thanks for sharing!