The Victorinox Handyman, and why it’s all you really need in a Victorinox.

Hello my name is Mark Coffman, I am a watchmaker located in Texas and I have a passion for pocket knives, wristwatches, and every day carry items.
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[@edgaraquino2324]

Good review!😊 If the Handyman had an in-line phillips, it would be perfect....

[@ccmogs5757]

".......don"t drink wine every day but i do regularly during the week......" nice , good vid. :)

[@jenswurm]

I love my handyman, it's just the right size to keep in a pocket. Tip: wear it with a short belt clip chain so that it actually hangs vertically in the pocket instead of sliding to the bottom. Additionally, the belt clip can be attached to the belt behind the side belt loop of the pants, thus making sure that the SAK is always at the very side of the pocket. That way it can nicely share one pocket with the cellphone, it stays in a fixed position in the pocket.

[@SubUrbanNinja-EDC]

Go all the way....Swiss Champ.....I carry a Swiss Champ everyday, love it. Not hard to carry in my front change pants pocket.

[@adrenalinegroove]

The "wire stripper" on the flathead works better when the main blade is much closer to the flathead. You open the main blade, put the flathead at the half stop. Place a wire against that notch and gently lower the main blade down on it. You turn the knife until you've cut through the wire jacket, then put the blade away, hold your thumb against the wire and the notch and pull. Unless you have the scissors lol. I love my handyman. I carry it daily. I put plus scales on so I have the micro screwdriver in the corkscrew, the pin and a pen. The handyman and a flashlight are my 2 most used edc items at work

[@md.rabiulalam2555]

It's not a scraper, it's a chisel and a pretty good one at that.

[@Mark-uo4nf]

Don't tell all these people complaining about the lack of the 3d Phillips that the end of the can opener works better than the 3d Phillips. Lol

[@edgaraquino2324]

The tool can be used both as a chisel & a scraper...

[@JohnW118]

@@edgaraquino2324 listed as: "/ Chisel 4 mm /"

[@ricardocastillo5485]

To quote the great Geddy Lee: "some people think less is more...we think more is more."

[@0x0065]

I have a "work champ" which is very similar but in a longer format. It's just such a perfect blend of nice little tools in a little package.

[@boogboog8097]

Corkscrew is great for untying knots in laces etc. My senior father is always knotting his laces.

[@mikesweetin701]

I'm taking mine on Alone. It's all I need.

[@Tacteyecool]

Swiss champ is what I’m taking. It comes with a magnifying glass that can be a improvised fire starter....

[@SpacecityEDC]

That's one I might have to add to my collection 🤔 Once you start getting into the 5,6,7 layer knives I almost want to sheath carry them. I put off buying a SwissChamp just because of that reason but I saw a horizontal sheath made by Hide & Drink on another KZbin channel and thought that would work so I bit the bullet and bought a SwissChamp and that sheath and it's a win win 👍 Now after carrying the SwissChamp I'm really loving it, so handy. But ultimately my addiction to pointy things 😂 will raise it's ugly head and I'll need to feed it and buy another so this may be on the radar. Thanks for posting!

[@simplyminimalist6302]

The handy man is pretty good pocket carry, I've carried the champ so this feels just right, both the amount of tools and size

[@DWmaniac4n6]

I just got one of these, love it so far. Im putting it to the test with some repairs around the house. The pliers has a wire crimper, the wire stripper is in the can opener theoretically. I recently learned and tested the can opener works as a #2 phylups screw driver in a pinch. I am also doing a minor modification to add a small screw driver to the cork screw, a pin and a pen. All i have to do is get new sides on it.

[@jimihendrix731]

I feel the same way about 6 layers being the max for comfortable pocket carry. Anymore, I have gravitated towards primarily carrying 2 or 3 layer saks. I edc’ed a swiss champ for years and slowly realized it was too big and had many tools I simply never used.

[@ricardodelgadoetchepar8405]

I have a handyman, and the only thing I miss is the Phillips screwdriver. In my country, Argentina (but I understand that in the entire American continent), the use of these screws is very common, almost a norm. Greetings.

[@sakisrose4632]

You can open philips screws with the tip of the metal saw

[@ricardodelgadoetchepar8405]

@@sakisrose4632 I understand, but I don't think it is advisable to use the can opener when a lot of torque must be used, and the saw, I estimate without being certain, should have a degree of hardness (due to the heat treatment) that takes away flexibility, potentially breaking... I think that the handyman was not intended to be used regularly with phillips screws, only sporadically and with some risks.

[@ricardodelgadoetchepar8405]

@@sakisrose4632 Likewise, something strange happens to me, it is not my favorite SAKs, but curiously it is the one that I use everything and every day, so I have to admit that it has everything I need

[@BG-rf1mx]

I've had a Handyman for over 25 years and really like it. I bought it because i thought the swisschamp would be too big. Having also bought the swisschamp a little while ago I now know there's not too much difference in size. If you have a choice I'd say go with the swisschamp.

[@Namsu11]

Thanks for the quick video on the handyman. I’ve been looking at this bigger SAK for a while and finally purchased it yesterday.

[@markcoffman494]

Congrats !! I’m so glad you ended up getting it! This is I think personally, the best larger SAK. I hope you enjoy it!!

[@Namsu11]

I got it yesterday and couldn’t agree more! Perfect for what I was looking for. I used to carry a Leatherman Rebar but didn’t love the toolset and mine was difficult to get the tools out. Definitely going to have this in the pocket for a long time!

[@fighter4166]

@@markcoffman494 really nice! Keep up the work

[@ccmogs5757]

Ordering one asa for work , keeping my farmer for short country walks , etc. :)

[@ilprodeipro6485]

Still using it namsu? ​@@Namsu11

[@233kosta]

That's a lot of layers! And I thought my Ranger was on the chonky side 😅

[@appalachianunderground8474]

Very little difference in the Handyman and the Champ size wise ....I carry the champ daily on a Victorinox belt hanger so that it floats in my pocket more or less but in hindsight the Handyman would have been a equal if not better choice for my edc needs. The price is also better.

[@tguyhasham727]

I had the champ but bought the handyman I carry everyday and love it felt its better option then the champ which I gave away with no regrets handyman to me is the only sak I need for edc got all the tools I need and I've used all of them I've had it a year now and used it everyday ever since on one thing or another don't know why certain people swear by the huntsman prefer the handyman over huntsman all day long but each to their own I guess

[@appalachianunderground8474]

@@tguyhasham727 Handyman looks like a nice knife, I have no hands on experience with one so I can’t say that it’s inferior to the Champ. I do wish that the HM had the straight Phillips head screw driver, I use mine often. The magnifying glass on mine is not of much use to me . I still think that they look to be so similar that I can’t see the need to trash one over the other, just go with what you have. Some SAKs are so similar that it almost seems useless to manufacture both but either way I’m glad that everyone has a choice, I hope you enjoy yours , I sure do love mine 👍🏻

[@simplyminimalist6302]

I have the champ and handyman, the handyman is better for edc for sure, all the tools you need none you don't, much more comfortable in the hand and pocket, champ is great for a edc kit imo

[@nmende00]

The champ is my only option. It has an emergency pen that adds almost no weight. I use the magnifying glass, and inline phillips on swiss champ often. I like the explorer but it doesnt come with pliers or option to come with plus upgrade. The only tool I dont have use for on the champ is the fish descaler. I wish they replaced the pen blade with an inline awl.

[@simplyminimalist6302]

You can always add a pen, dont use the fish scaler magnifier, can live without the Philips, weight size and comfort makes the handyman the perfect edc tool imo

[@patrickbasin9389]

Check out the Ranger. It’s the huntsman with just the file added, no pliers.

[@markcoffman494]

Oh I love the pliers gotta have them

[@MokuNui808]

To my understanding when you place the handyman in the sheath it looks like you put it in sideways. I believe the handle scales are supposed to be on the sides? Im not sure

[@Kayakatools]

The handyman seems like the best SAK, all the basic tools (minus Philips) without excess tools. I have the Deluxe tinker, which I like, and I don’t plan on getting any others for EDC because I much prefer the Swisstool spirit MX clip

[@233kosta]

The saw is actually really good for its size. I tested the T-shank jigsaw blade method, but the OG saw just cut better.

[@jorgechaves2164]

I have pondered getting a Handyman, but in the end decided against it as it is not so pocket friendly. So my thinking is that if this will be something to carry in a backpack, then I might as well get the longer tool implements (file and saw) from a 111mm Workchamp. It also adds two very nifty inline philips drivers which is great. The Ranger is about the limit for me size wise for a pocket EDC

[@harrykerr6809]

The wire cutters are at the base of the pliers head. The little notch you described in the handle is a wire crimping tool I believe 👍

[@markcoffman494]

Ohh!! Man now I know! Thank you so much!!

[@markbaigent8373]

It’s a wire stripper used with the end of the long blade

[@edgaraquino2324]

I do not want to belabor the point or to sound like a master of the obvious, but the crimper is located in the handle of the pliers...the wire cutter is located at the base of the plier head...it is a small notch...fyi, a Phillips is located at the tip of the can opener...not like the one on the SwissChamp, but it will do in a pinch...😊

[@233kosta]

You need to open the pliers extra-wide for the cutter. Also max diameter is 1.5mm.

[@DavidLaFerney]

The small screwdriver on the can opener is a #2 Phillips. Thanks to Felix Immler for that tip from his KZbin SAK channel.

[@r1n8k]

I'm tempted, but I'd like it more if it had the Philips from the tinkers range.

[@Ngelba21]

I have the Craftsman which has the Phillips rather than a corkscrew and I believe it has been discontinued by Victorinox. This particular model is kind of hard to come by now and I honestly would rather lose my Swiss Champ (not that I would want to) because I know I can replace it anytime. My daily SKA at work since I need the Phillips almost all the time.

[@edwardenglish6919]

I need another SAK like I need another hole in my head, but I bought the Handyman anyway. By adding the micro ferro rod to the tooth pick and tinder to the corkscrew it should be a very good bushcraft knife. I'm currently using the Huntsman, the Ranger Grip Hunter, the Swiss Tool Spirit X and the Swiss Champ so why not. Pliers are so useful to me.

[@SpacecityEDC]

Hey! Never underestimate additional brain ventilation 😂 it's just an addiction we all share 😉

[@nvskorpio]

I just bought one instead of a Swiss Champ because a huge 4 oz pair of pliers dont cut it on the trail - small pliers are great for twisting wire and getting knots out tho

[@simplyminimalist6302]

Yeah handyman best overall toolset for its size, and comfortable in pocket and hand

[@dcamnc1]

Too close in size to the champ to not carry the champ instead, imo. I use the in line phillips and magnifying glass quite a bit, they would be missed.

[@233kosta]

That "scraper" is a chisle. It does cut wood like one. Soft wood at least. I did a bit of a hatchet job sharoening mine, so now the face is visibly not flat. I should sort that...

[@thomasmcbroom1218]

I have an ol d officers addition from back in the 70's

[@woodentulike2no]

" Knives and watches Watches and Knives I would have more of each If it weren't for my wives.."

[@appalachianunderground8474]

🤣🤙🏻🅰️

[@isidrorosa]

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[@adamv242]

Beg to differ... The Craftsman is identical, except the corkscrew is replaced by a #2 Phillips driver. My perfect EDC.

[@thomaschainey533]

Great video thanks. Like this SAK Handyman as it has enough and is just barely not to big. I keep a magnifying lens in my wallet and also carry the mini champ for the pen.

[@grahamekellermeier8280]

Great SAK it comes handy for a lot of things.

[@themechanicaladvantage3697]

No Phillips screwdriver? I need a saw, pliers and a Phillips what’s my choices

[@markcoffman494]

The only one that I can think of that would give you the Saw, pliers and a Phillips would be the Swiss champ

[@edgaraquino2324]

​​@@markcoffman494 YUP!!😊

[@patrickcheng26jynshyam33]

Thanks for sharing, it was quite insightful!

[@markcoffman494]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@rickkerans8485]

Really nice showcase of the Huntsman. Good tool selection.

[@andrei-.]

I don't carry a full size SAK everyday, I carry an alox minichamp. So instead of buying a handyman, beacause i will not carry it often, i went with the swisschamp. Better have them all! You should also add the little glasses screwdriver for watchmaking! You can buy them separately(the one that sits in the cork screw). :D

[@troybltellison9615]

Being a watchmaker, are you a fan of the victorinox watches? Divemaster 500 in particular.

[@voltacs5750]

How do you pull out the tools with such ez. I struggle alot to pull them out

[@michaelcolloton6971]

If I need to carry a multitool,on my belt, I'll carry a Wave or Surge. There are actually real pliers in them. Having recently bought a 4-layer Explorer, I can confidently say that If you're carrying a Victorinox thicker than 4 layers,you'e in Leatherman territory. You can buy a mint condition 2nd generation Wave for under $40 all day long.

[@sohinikkhah9574]

You forgot about the toothpick and tweezers!

[@ccmogs5757]

...........86 then ! :)

[@luchernou627]

i have a 4 layer edc sak, the tinker deluxe.i want the saw and the file so i am propably gonne upgrade to a handyman or even de bigger workchamp.i an 1,9m and 115 kg so that little weight wont make a difference i hardly notice this one

[@jjpki4654]

The “scraper tool” is a chisel. Definitely not a screwdriver of any sort.

[@dwderp]

I'd say half of the used Swiss Army knives that I've bought which contain a chisel, have had that chisel completely torn up because some moron used it as a screwdriver.

[@edgaraquino2324]

You can use the side shown as a chisel...flip & use as a scraper...

[@tguyhasham727]

Handyman far superior to the huntsman more useful tools for edc personal opinion

[@harizbadrulhisham3805]

You bet your ass im holding my craftsman and pull out each tool in mine when he pulled put his.

[@mikehook2835]

My Explorer came with that sheath.

[@michaelmacdonald5792]

The scraper tool is a chisel

[@markcoffman494]

Thank you

[@edgaraquino2324]

The chisel can also be used as a scraper...

[@ashcarrier6606]

Just ordered a Victorinox Handyman and a Seiko Armie SJ025. What...what on earth could be wrong with reality as it now stands?

[@markcoffman494]

Very good choices !

[@ashcarrier6606]

@@markcoffman494 I await the postman with drool running down my cheek....

[@markcoffman494]

@@ashcarrier6606 You’ll definitely enjoy it when you receive it!

[@Deibodese]

What would you say is the maximum amount of force you could use those pliers for? I hear people speak highly of them, but I just can’t get excited for them. Despite all of the positive reviews I hear, they seem gimmicky.

[@edgaraquino2324]

At "D" - the pliers are designed for light to medium jobs...Felix Immler has a video that discusses its uses...you can use it to bend light metals up & down, but not twist it from side to side...hope this helps...

[@donaldstepp4850]

Not a wire cutter but stac on crimper

[@alantheloneranger]

The handyman doesn't make sense by having the corkscrew instead of a Philips screwdriver.

[@DavidLaFerney]

It actually does have one - the small screwdriver on the can opener is a #2 Phillips.

[@alantheloneranger]

@DavidLaFerney not a proper philips, you cannot but it in a recessed hole. But why would a handyman want a corkscrew instead of a philips screwdriver

[@chevy4x466]

It is a very silly tool. I love sak. I can’t imagine purchasing the handyman when u can purchase the Swiss champ for a couple bucks more, and why neither include the pen is beyond me.

[@simplyminimalist6302]

It's the best edc tool in my opinion, if you work in the trade you probably have a multitool on you as well

[@blacksmith44]

​@@alantheloneranger_ That's simple... The corkscrew is more versatile. The Philips is strictly a Phillips. The corkscrew can be improvised with some tender and farrow rod. As you know, excellent for starting fires.

[@garybrown585]

👍🙂❤

[@animalatom]

1st

[@johnbanco862]

Way to big..over kill in cutlery. i own 2 pocket knives.nothing more nothing less

[@llgoldstein2710]

am I the only one that cringes every time you close a blade?

[@edwardfletcher7790]

It's ridiculous calling this the handyman when it hasn't even got a philips head screwdriver ! 🙄

[@markcoffman494]

It’s definitely interesting choice of name.

[@vladimirvladimirovic8989]

Insufficient. It lacks a Phillips screwdriver. Stupid and unacceptable.

[@markcoffman494]

Then buy a screwdriver

[@vladimirvladimirovic8989]

​@@markcoffman494 No. I'm not willing to carry two separate tools. It's against the philosophy of multitools. Multitools are there to have everything within. I prefer Leatherman Rebar or SOG PowerPint. Much more efficient.

[@markcoffman494]

@@vladimirvladimirovic8989 then buy/keep those.

[@vladimirvladimirovic8989]

@@markcoffman494 Oh yes. Oh yes. Oh yeees, yeees, yeees, yeees!!!

[@markcoffman494]

@@vladimirvladimirovic8989 ok

[@coleman6131]

Chisel, not scraper.

[@markcoffman494]

Thank you!

[@edgaraquino2324]

​@@markcoffman494 as you probably know, the tool does both...😊

[@MichaelRozie]

The scraper tool is a chisel