Victorinox Rambler: What’s Not To Love! The SAK G.O.A.T.

The Victorinox Rambler: What’s Not To Love, the SAK GOAT!
‪@LrdwEDC‬
‪@victorinox‬
​⁠ The Victorinox Rambler, considered by many to be the greatest of all time Swiss Army Knife. Thanks for joining me for a quick little unboxing and some fun little upgrades to this sweet little multitool.
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[@IR4TE]

I wish they had an alox version of the Rambler, that would never leave my keychain ever again

[@LrdwEDC]

Agreed!

[@DownHillCol]

I was just thinking the same!

[@CMiller954]

I bought a Classic SD because I really liked the Everglades NP design scales. Quickly found out I did not like the blade opening toward the key ring. I ordered the Rambler a week later, switched the scales over, and couldn’t be happier! I’ll be carrying this thing until it wears out.

[@LrdwEDC]

Agreed! I really wish they would do some varied colors in the Rambler!

[@chrismason9217]

Thank you so much for taking the time to create this great video! And how cool that your wife is there with you too! Sometimes, from some of other's videos, I get the impression that they're hiding down in the basement, hoping their wife doesn't find out what's going on 😅. I really dig your red and blue combination! I'm 52, just within the past couple of months have developed an interest in SAKs. They're definitely more affordable than motorcycle modifications (which was my previous hobby), and "almost" as much fun 😅. Just picked up my 3rd last Wednesday, a Rambler. My first two were the Huntsman and Fieldmaster, definitely great tools, but I quickly realized that they're just a tad bulky to be carrying in my pocket all day. I attatch whichever one to a Keysmart pocket clip so that they hang inside my front pocket. So far, I've switched the scales on both bigger knives: one now has green aluminum,, and the other has Tero Tuf, which I like the looks and feel of better. Have been toying with the idea of titanium scales for the Rambler, it's just difficult to justify the cost 😬😅. Thanks again! Looking forward to more content! Best wishes!

[@LrdwEDC]

Hey, shout out to a fellow 52er! I really appreciate the feedback, and yes I am fortunate the wife is tolerant of the hobby. I like her input from the aesthetic, non-knife nut aspect. I haven’t braved a sak scale change as yet, but enjoy mods and upgrades, so maybe soon. The small army of classic sd’s I seem be acquiring could sacrifice one for the cause! Thanks for watching and commenting, it really helps!

[@la_old_salt2241]

​@@LrdwEDC You could also add another one just for the purpose of customizing. They are inexpensive enough. Cheers!

[@la_old_salt2241]

Oh, and I'm 58 by the way. 🙂👍

[@franzjaegers]

One of the last Victorinox knifes i bought is the Midnight Manager@Work. It has the same tools as the Rambler but the tweezers and the toothpick are replaced with a white LED and a Pen. And it has a 32GB USB C thump drive. And i got myself a Victorinox Hunter Pro Alox in the two handed opening version.

[@LrdwEDC]

Those Nite models look so sweet, but I have not seen one with the thumb drive! That is really cool. I was searching through drawers just yesterday for a thumb drive for the wife to use. I finally found one, but how cool would it have been just to pull out a SAK and viola, thumb drive provided! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@gcvrsa]

The Rambler is my favorite model, and it's my most-used knife. It has everything I actually need in an EDC utility knife, and nothing I don't. Where did you get those blue accessories? I've never seen them before, and I really want a lanyard like that.

[@LrdwEDC]

I get most of the accessories at knifecenter, just search for victorinox blue and sort low to high. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@la_old_salt2241]

If I only had one, my OCD says black, but my heart likes the blue. 🙂 By the same token, the Classic SD and Rambler are so inexpensive you can have multiples with all sorts of color variations. Neat little blade.

[@LrdwEDC]

Totally agree, multiples are fun!

[@RJay207]

My only EDC now (aside from phone/wallet/keys) is The Manager (Rambler + Pen). The Phillips/bottle opener is the BEST combo tool Victorinox has made. Why? Because it's a SMALL, inline Phillips. It's the perfect size for the small screws you find in electronics (which I deal with FAR more than "regular screws). And the bottle opener portion eliminates the other openers because honestly... I can't remember the last time I needed a can opener in a pinch. 🤷 Plus, the nail file (which I use often) had a small slotted driver for those rare chances. I don't want a light. I have a phone. And once I learned about a trick to opening a wine bottle with a house key (yes this comes up, don't judge me), having a cork screw became less necessary. The only things I want on the manager (and I'm working on it) are a toothpick and a SIM tool. I'll probably just have to modify the scales a little.

[@LrdwEDC]

That is awesome, i do really want a manager at some point, need to find one in blue! I do questions how long the pen lasts? Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@RJay207]

@@LrdwEDC As far as I understand, they're not making Managers now. I can't find them on the site or on Amazon. HOWEVER, they still make the Rambler (Manager without the pen, but you could add blue Plus Scales to get what you want), and I can still find the MIDNIGHT Manager, which is a Manager with a "flashlight" LED in it (however, I don't know how easy it would be to get after market scales made for the LED).

[@LrdwEDC]

I still haven’t braved a sak scale change, i need to step up! Thanks for the info!

[@sumanngon]

White makes it easy to find...if it falls out of hand!

[@LrdwEDC]

So true, I have been looking at a white Hunter specifically dor that reason. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@steveb1972]

Yes I always replace the toothpick with a ferro rod.👍🏼

[@LrdwEDC]

No that is a good upgrade idea! Thanks!

[@desmo5514]

The Blue and Red POPS...nice choice

[@LrdwEDC]

Thanks for watching, and I agree!

[@GunWillTravel]

The other awesome thing about the Rambler is that it can use Classic scales. Mine is black, and is my all time favorite EDC.

[@LrdwEDC]

@@GunWillTravel meaning you can replace the scales? How does that work, are they press fit? I would love to do a scale change.

[@GunWillTravel]

@@LrdwEDC Yeah, it's a little tricky the first time (I ruined some Classic scales on my first attempt) but gets easier each time I do it. There are a lot of videos showing how to do it more easily. I tried this technique and it worked for me: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZmqnqxrbMuXfq8

[@LrdwEDC]

Awesome, thanks!

[@Sam_T2000]

I need this in a 74mm frame… and possibly with the “orange peeler” from the MiniChamp, and one other tool… maybe something new, like a letter opener?

[@LrdwEDC]

That sounds awesome! Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@la_old_salt2241]

The main cutting blade IS your letter opener.

[@Sam_T2000]

@@la_old_salt2241 - I know a knife can open a letter, but it’s not exactly a “letter opener.” such a tool could also be used for opening packages, cleaning underneath nails, if the actual nail file has the screwdriver on it… basically, the point would be to keep the blade sharp for when you really need it to be 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@andrewfett142]

👍🏼 Black accessories and orange lanyard to match the knife😁

[@LrdwEDC]

Great idea! Got to find a nice orange lanyard. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@Pritam043]

I am confused between Rambler and Classic SD. Please guide

[@LrdwEDC]

The rambler is just a bit thinker, and adds the bottle opener, Phillips head screwdriver, and wire strippers, and the Philips is magnetized! Additionally the blade opens opposite the keyring, which really helps. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@Pritam043]

@@LrdwEDC Thank you for replying Will a 91 mm Victorinox SAK fit in Altoids ?

[@LrdwEDC]

@@Pritam043 i am not sure, but I would guess it would be really tight, as the altoid can length is 91.5 mm. That doesn’t leave much room for error! Maybe look at an 84 mm SAK like the small tinker, bantam, cadet, etc…sakwiki.com/Victorinox+84mm. Good luck!

[@Pritam043]

@@LrdwEDC Thanks a lot for guiding buddy

[@chilliecheesecake]

​@@Pritam043Buy a leather pouch for your knife that you can carry on your belt my friend. You can always lose an altoids tin because it's not conjoined to your hip, but if you always wear a belt with a holster, you will never lose your knife.

[@imanassole9421]

Chewed up scales from opening bottles? Wait... don't like all SAKs have a can/bottle opener?

[@LrdwEDC]

Sad, but true! No excuses here, but was young and dumb. thank goodness for Victorinox’s amazing warranty! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@unitedstatesirie7431]

I am going to buy a Victorinox 'RAMBLER' and then I am going to remove the knife from it so I can take this Victorinox onto airplanes ✈

[@LrdwEDC]

Why not a Jetsetter?

[@jspr_edc]

Blue & red... a solid optimus prime color combo

[@LrdwEDC]

Good eye! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@randomcow505]

I wish they would release a version of the smaller knives with a slightly wider and deeper blade even if it stuck out a bit that thing always feels like its going to snap off

[@LrdwEDC]

Agreed, a little umph would be nice. Surprising the little blades hold up well, but lots of sharpening!

[@la_old_salt2241]

​@@LrdwEDC That's true, but sharpening is part of the fun also.

[@EricAdamsonMI]

Thanks for sharing! The blue on red is worse than meh, it's blech! Mixed saturated primary colors are too aggressive. White or pastel scales would play nicer with such a vivid accent color. For something more playful, contrast colors like blue, green & yellow. (Research design style "Memphis")

[@LrdwEDC]

It is a bit harsh on first impression, but has grown on me. It does seem different color combos work for different people, but I do appreciate the input. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@snowtiger44]

Love your setup i have the midnite manager and a elementum

[@LrdwEDC]

Much appreciated! Rhe midnite manager is slick, would live to get a hold of one. Of course the elementum is the quintessential edc! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@Northanteus]

What's not to love? How it does not have a flashlight or pen. I'd go midnight manager, personally. 😋

[@LrdwEDC]

No that is a great call, bit harder to find, but an excellent SAK! Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@Northanteus]

@@LrdwEDC Amazon always has midnight managers, but the price has gone up quite a bit to around $56 now. I think it was like $15 cheaper just a couple of years back. 😣

[@sumanngon]

Wherever I look for it shows out of stock!

[@LrdwEDC]

A few options for in-stock: www.knifecenter.com/item/VN06363033X1/victorinox-swiss-army-rambler-multi-tool-red-228-closed-old-sku-54031 smkw.com/victorinox-swiss-army-rambler-red Victorinox Rambler Swiss Army www.victorinox.com/en-US/Products/Swiss-Army-Knives/Small-Pocket-Knives/Rambler/p/0.6363