Victorinox Ranger Grip 178 and One Handed Trekker Comparison

Comparison of the Victorinox Ranger Grip 178 and the One Handed Trekker. These are the larger folding swiss army knives that would be great for survival, bushcraft, or EDC (every day carry). These knives are also a great value, having multiple tools all in one ergonomic platform. Please like, subscribe, share, and comment down below. Thanks!!!!
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[@tedl1441]

The bottle opener / screwdriver / wire stripper locks automatically when you press the end down while it's fully open. It moves in a little and locks.

[@lvhdmya4807]

Not on the Rangergrip

[@SpecterSeventy2]

@@lvhdmya4807 I own this exact same Ranger Grip model and yes, the bottle opener/screw driver tool locks into place when strong enough inline pressure is applied. But only locks when being pressed into something like turning a screw and the lock is immediately released when the pressure is removed.

[@EthanBlakeProductions]

Thanks for posting. I was leaning towards the 178 before watching this, but now am liking the one handed trekker. 😂

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

You won't go wrong with either honestly lol but the suttle differences don't get talked about as much, also check self reliance outfitters cuz they have some different versions and color ways i do believe. Im glad this helped you out thats the point lol, but can you really to many victorinox 🤣

[@EthanBlakeProductions]

@@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548 thanks for the heads up! I’ll checkout the color options. 😎👌🏽

[@raymondstebbins4230]

I really like the fireflies I got the 8 pk not many guys have them gave a couple away both people really happy to get them

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

Ya I can't believe it took that long for someone to figure that out, theyre a great idea. Did you like the new video format?

[@raymondstebbins4230]

@@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548 yes the the new format nice👍 surprised more guys not subbing and or watching really good content

[@TheShredderKnifeReviews]

Awesome review man! Really enjoyed this. It was thorough but not too long. Love the editing in the beginning.

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

Awesome thanks I was wondering if anyone liked that or not lol

[@TheShredderKnifeReviews]

@@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548 we did for sure. we really enjoy it when reviewers actually use thier knives and im sure we are not the only ones!

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

@@TheShredderKnifeReviews right lol I use all mine, I only have 1 that I havent used and thats my spyderco bushcraftUK lol

[@TheShredderKnifeReviews]

@@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548 that is a great fixed blade man. Lol and not cheap...i dont blame you 😂😊🔪

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

@@TheShredderKnifeReviews lol I know right, its still brand new never used. Im so close to using it tho cuz everyone says its amazing and it feels like it would be lol

[@tdapple1]

Beautiful Comparison & Review. Thank You 🙏 so much. You helped me talk myself into that beautiful Ranger Grip 178. 🍻 👊 🇺🇸

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

Awesome thank you! It really is an excellent knife lol but just remember if you use the saw to scrape a ferro rod to place it teeth down and draw the rod over the saw, not that you can't do it any other way but thats safest and most effective imo lol.

[@tdapple1]

@@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548 ok. Thank You

[@choirboyzcutleryoutdoors]

Great review brother thoroughly enjoyed this!

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

Thank you, those are an awesome companion to have in your pocket. They're just so versatile and not overly expensive.

[@bowdiersackett6433]

Thanks always wanted to see them compared

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

Your welcome!

[@blacksmith44]

The only difference between the #78 & the #79 is the instrument on the back: the #78 has the Phillips screwdriver,where the #79 has the corkscrew.

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

Good to know 👍

[@choirboyzcutleryoutdoors]

I'ma fan of both!!

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

Do you have any of those in your inventory? Its hard to remember what all people have shown lol.

[@choirboyzcutleryoutdoors]

@@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548 I do not however the inventory is ever expanding LOL

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

@@choirboyzcutleryoutdoors right lol I know how that is, well if you ever get the chance to check one out you won't be disappointed lol

[@thomasshelby8664]

Love the editing in the beginning man love from india ❤️

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

Thank you

[@charlesmckinney]

about my tracker I could only get the one with the serrations on the front 3/4 of the blade. That sucker cut like nobody's business but you couldn't even make feather sticks with it because it was chisel ground and just dug in far too deep. I was told the fine edge knife was no longer available so i bought the serrated model and just re-profile the edge

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

Thats definitely one way to do it lol, I just think they are really missing out on alot of potential, self reliance outfitters has the 178 i think it is in green like mine but with a plain edge blade. I do want to grab one of those lol, im not big on serrations myself...sure they work better for certain things but I dont find myself needing them.

[@khamen723]

I have the Ranger Grip 61 with the green scales and a 78 in red. The 61 doesn’t have the saw blade

[@sliberato77]

Nice review. Also, you sound like the DJ in Reservoir Dogs!

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

Thank you lol although I'm not sure who your talking about but ill check it out haha

[@franciscoaliaga5061]

Good afternoon... I could confirm this doubt I have. It seems to me that the serrated part in ma 178 is on the upper side and not on the back. In other words, the reverse of sawing on any 111 mm like the soldier... Wouldn't this make it more suitable for a left-hander than for a right-hander? I know that opening and blocking are right-handed... But the serrated blade looks like it's for a left-hander

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

I think your right lol and most people don't even know serrations have a direction 🤣.

[@franciscoaliaga5061]

@@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548 Thank you for the reply. Have a nice day

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

@franciscoaliaga5061 no problem and you too 👍

[@BUZZKILLJRJR]

I have the sentinel, I wanted to upgrade to the ranger grip or Forest grip but wasn't sure. I see the blade profile is slightly different I like a full flat but I also don't know if the ranger is a hollow or. What but I definitely want the other multi tools.

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

My ranger grip has a flat grind surprisingly lol, from the tip to about halfway down the blade is full flat then transitions to more of a saber grind for the rest of it. Mine is serrated which im not wild about lol but self reliance outfitters has it in green with a plain blade, the one from SRO wasn't made yet when I bought mine or I would have got it 🤣 I do prefer a plain blade lol. I got a really good deal on ebay for the non-serrated one handed trekker, so don't forget about checking the secondary market if used doesn't bother you. Etsy might be a good place to look as well, I know as people have less and less money you'll start seeing good deals creep up. 👍

[@raymondstebbins4230]

Good review I just got a similar knife (discontinued) paratrooper new 22 dollars I like it different might not be my first choice if I only had a couple knifes but I'm a knife junkie like u variety got have a quiver I take out tooth picks replace with farro rods

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

Thats cool I just really wanted this one lol ill figure out something with the blade. I wish the fire flies weren't so expensive but oh well i guess. Did you like the newer video format?

[@coyotesnipe]

The trekkers are chisel ground. If you put a V edge on the serrated trekker, it almost makes the serrations go away. That’s what I did because the plain edge trekkers are hard to find and expensive when you do find one,,,

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

I wouldn't say theyre chisel ground because they're not, they're flat ground with a chisel edge. The non serrated have a conventional v edge, but im not to worried about the serrations cuz I'm sure eventually they'll sharpen out haha.

[@fireemblemistrash75]

What belt sheathe is that? I love mine but frankly sometimes the feeling of them in my pocket is agony sometimes when it swings around and weighs down like detached hot dog in my pants

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

Its actually a victorinox branded sheath, im not sure exactly which one because it came with the knife but just make sure your 130mm frame or whichever you have will fit.

[@SubUrbanNinja-EDC]

I had a Trekker but I lost it. I made a video on it years ago. I wish all victorinox blades were one handed and locked.

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

Ya I feel like they're really missing some great opportunities lol

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

Ya I feel like they're really missing some great opportunities lol

[@yourfilipinotv6477]

Serrated blades are easy to use but hard to sharpen.

[@sosteve9113]

I prefer a regular blade,for my daily use

[@TheTrueNorth11]

Victorinox’s serrations are easy to sharpen

[@davidsiegel9847]

@@TheTrueNorth11 Yes, the Victorinox serrations are indeed easy enough to sharpen. I use a little Victorinox pen-sized diamond sharpener. Don't know why this idea of Victorinox serrations being difficult to sharpen is repeated so often. And I am no great blade sharpener.

[@duncdunc76]

@@davidsiegel9847 I agree as I also don't understand why people say they're hard to sharpen. I've been using my OHT daily for work and play for like 15 years and when it eventually needs sharpened I just use a round pocket sharpening rod and it's ready to rock and roll again in about 5 minutes. Of course anyone that has one knows that the serrated blade will cut for a long time even when not super sharp which is a big benefit of the serrated blade for daily use longevity.

[@EricFarmer01]

Theres always something that sucks about all victorinox knives either its serrated or it doesnt have a saw or something. thats how they get you to buy more.

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

I think your right 🤣 you'd sure think after all these years they should have something for everyone but usually there is a sacrifice 🤷

[@EricFarmer01]

@@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548 Also it seems like the ones that have all the features you want are just too big to carry.🤣

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

@EricFarmer01 amazing isn't it 🤣

[@Basementbuds420]

Ughhhhh serrations on blades is a immediate 👎 nope I like the knives but no serrations thats what a saw blade is for

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

Right im the same way lol, but I was thinking I might be able to get a ns blade from that other model and swap em out. Or just sharpen em out hahaha

[@sosteve9113]

I don't have any use for a serrated blades either

[@davidsiegel9847]

Serrations on a knife blade are completely different in use from a wood saw. Apples and oranges. Many Victorinox users love those serrations. These are general utility knives. Not "tactical" or defensive. Actual camp, bushcraft, DIY project usage vindicates those serrations for many. Cheers!

[@duncdunc76]

@@davidsiegel9847 Yep, the serrated OHT has been my edc work and play companion for 15 years in the construction trades and the woods. it is my woulnt leave home without it item. So useful and versatile that I just can't praise it enough.