Victorinox Swiss Spirit: 7 years of use, update

[@mountainbearoutdoors]

i have owned and abused the original swiss tool for over 16 years and haven't managed to bend or break anything on it, my leathermans on the other hand I have sent in for numerous warranty repairs for breakages. one thing I noticed is that my leatherman wave will rust at the drop of a hat whereas the victorinox shrugs off everything. thanks for the video

[@guiguiross3911]

Yeah Leatherman do rust too easily to my liking...

[@conservativeamerica9655]

Been abusing mine for 11 years now, never let's me down!

[@erimemrebaran1206]

I know some one using victorinox while diving for more than 5 years and no big rusting.

[@oncewaslost1982]

You can send that in to victorinox and for five bucks they will replace that blade and recondition the whole tool.

[@TjPhysicist]

wait, what...how? rust? isn't it 420 steel?

[@GALAPAGOSWINDSURFING]

The best multitool for me too. Better quality than Leatherman that break quite easily. Better in ergonomic and design. It's really a master piece for the way it's designed.

[@josuealvarado8162]

I'm agree...Vics are The Bret !! My Letherman skeletool broke with a wire!! It's a pity!! But My Swisstool Is like New after More than 10 years of use !! Vics steel Is The Best!!

[@folksurvival]

​@@josuealvarado8162 The Bret?

[@mikedifeo8344]

I have one as well. Excellent tool. I think the Victorinox and Leatherman are the best multitools in the market.

[@darkchild57]

I agree, Vics and Leatherman's are very good MTs!

[@TheCoomer]

I would highly recommend using some car polish (or for deeper scratches metal polish) on the polished areas. It really brings back the shine and it looks new 😁.

[@BibleTeacher4U]

Thanks for the great review, I just bought a Swisstool Spirit X and I wanted to see how well it preforms over time. I also wanted to see how sturdy the tools look, and it looks like I made a good choice. Thanks

[@nikgyver7]

if you clean and oil the awl it will stay close when you open the other tools i believe..

[@darkchild57]

Thanks for the suggestion I'm going to give it a go:)

[@nikgyver7]

you welcome my pleasure..if you like victorinox have a look in my channel

[@gogeyeryuzune9095]

NIKOS DOULAS NikGyver

[@TeamSneakBE]

also if that didn't work you can always send it to victorinox they fix it for free

[@sosteve9113]

It's a great multitool imo I'm a SAK lover in general

[@Jakelol1980]

The Victorinox Spirit series of multitools is imo the best multitools you can get because 1. The ergos OMG 2. The Quality 3. Really hard to get rust on. I have had mine for 6 years and its been out left in the rain and i have never wiped it off and i got almost no rust at all :O and its still going strong.

[@mistakenotou7681]

My problem is not having a one hand knife but i carry a seprate one anyways. Also lasck of small screwdriver is a bit disappointing

[@mjnz]

Also had mine 7 years now (in 2019). Mine looks great as well, but with no rust at all. Just some light cosmetic imperfections. I use it extensively for working on medical equipment and whatever misc. stuff comes up. I thought maybe it was time for something new so I tried the Leatherman Free P4. Sent it for warranty repair within a week! The Screwdriver/ruler tool easily twisted doing the exact type of work this has withstood for 7 years! The P4 is weak novelty with heavy marketing. The Spirit has withstood the test of time! If anyone out there MUST get a Leatherman, at least stick with the Wave.

[@TheCoomer]

I would highly recommend using some car polish (or for deeper scratches) on the polished areas. It really brings back the shine and it looks new 😁.

[@mjnz]

@@TheCoomer thanks for the tip! I'll try it.

[@trueblack6760]

Would you consider doing another update something like 13 years of use version? thx for your great video!

[@thecascadian3198]

People, keep referring to the blade as a "Butter Blade" (probably from NUTNfancy. That exact blade shape is the result of centuries of evolution of blade design for FUNCTION. It is the exact design worked out to give the best most precise control for cutting functions where precision is mandatory. The oddity is not the blade shape, it is the fact that other tools don't have that blade shape. Once you use it for awhile. you find that it is exceptionally well worked out, unless you just stab things with a knife.

[@rodx5571]

Its not a butter knife until you use it as one. And you are correct about the research, it took 500 years for the swiss army to determine the perfect knife shape for combating hostile bread, and cheese. I will also remind you it comes with a corkscrew, in case you encounter a hostile bottle of wine while in combat with the aforementioned hostile bread and cheese.

[@CanadianBeachcomber]

Serrated edge aside, it appears to be the same shape as a baber’s straight razor.

[@aidenlin9878]

bet this guy is a really strict university history professor lol

[@mistakenotou7681]

Its not a butter knife but its shaped like one and i like if

[@Yom7887]

The butter blade is cool for Mix mastics or tile joints , glues etc.. thought for real work !

[@jobyEN]

Great tool, have the exact same one and super happy with it! A drop of oil should prevent that double tool deployment. Thank's for the vid!

[@darkchild57]

Thank you for watching my vid! I agree this is an excellent MT, it is pricey but it's worth it in many ways. Thank you for the suggestion I'll put a bit of oil and work it in.

[@dunndicles]

I love SAK’s and I have been looking at this tool to add to my rotation. Yours being 7 years old looks like it is still in outstanding condition. I have a Leatherman Wingman that I use mainly on the weekends. It’s great to have a solid multitool whenever I need it. Just not 100% certain that I can justify the cost. Thanks for the video!

[@apmikalogran]

I have the butter knife one great multi tool I use it everyday

[@conservativeamerica9655]

Victorinox crushes all the rest!

[@apmikalogran]

Harry Daniels victorinox is the king

[@ricardoflores9187]

Siempre he querido una Leatherman, pero tengo una Spirit desde hace 18 años, y continua sirviendo muy bien. creo que me tendre que olvidar de la Leatherman

[@darkchild57]

I own both Leatherman and Swiss. I sold off my Wave after I experienced the quality of the Spirit. I still own a Surge, Raptor and Wingman. They are parts of my buyout bags. The Swiss remains at my side as my EDC. Good choice for a multitool.

[@josuealvarado8162]

Después de tener una Swisstool, no provoca tener otra !! Súper resistente a todo !! Hasta los maltratos y abusos !!

[@imgonnagetbanned]

How does it work now 7 more years down the line? Still in rotation? Great vid!

Excellent analysis

[@TjPhysicist]

btw this is now called "spirit XC"...just to confuse things.

[@Ch33no]

great tool. prefer it over the charge. tti and the regular swiss tool.

[@darkchild57]

My thoughts exactly. I've used a Charge and Wave before and while I like them the ergo are not even close to the Spirit. I also like the solid clicks of the Spirit as it locks into place. Overall it just feels like a better made tool. I am very curious about trying out the Swiss Tool, maybe someday. Thanks for watching!

[@sterkriger2572]

14 years update when?

[@guiguiross3911]

Thanks for this honest review! You defo helped me make-up my mind. :)

[@vek0vek0]

Thanks ,enjoyed the review very much.

[@edgaraquino2324]

Good review! You are lucky to have an older model that has the cross and shield on the plier head...I own the XC and like it a lot...subbed...

[@xlilnetx]

What multi tool u use nowadays good review

[@Yom7887]

The best one so far....

[@scottmcintosh2988]

You can now get a clip for this , the new MS has one hand opening knife !

What is your thought about how to access the main blade compared to Leatherman Wave?

[@darkchild57]

I used a Wave for several years before getting the Swiss Spirit. At first I was a bit annoyed having to two hand the knife open. But after a while I just got use to it. It's not the most convenient but then again I thought, if I really needed fast access to a knife I would just pull out my dedicated knife. Right now I'm using a SOG Powerlock, testing it's features and usefulness... the tools are even more annoying to access lol. I may be switching back to the Spirit soon.

[@rodx5571]

If i may interject, No comparison, i carry a Wave or Surge every day, the Leatherman tools main blades are one hand open, and one hand close very quickly. I have the Spirit also, very smooth, very precise, but if you dont have fingernails, or something else, its not a quick simple operation to open or close. That said, both tools are high quality, its all a matter of preference. The Spirit in plier mode does feel a bit better in the hand due to the curves, which is a reason i spent the $$$ to find out. Still going to carry my Wave though. Hope this helps.

[@mistakenotou7681]

@@rodx5571 i can one hand open spirit

[@nmtoolsandgadgets4963]

Mine has a bit of a play when the pliers is open and also when the handle is close there's a bit of a play too. Is that normal? Kinda bugs me please give a feedback. Also the condition of the tool is almost brand new.

[@darkchild57]

I can't remember brand new how it was but at this moment, closed has the slightest of play but only when I really muscle it. Opened, it also has the slightest bit of play and again I have to really try to feel it. I lot of MT's will have a bit of play in my experience, the Swiss Spirit, Leatherman Charge and the SOG's are the best IMHO.

[@nmtoolsandgadgets4963]

darkchild57 yeah i know they all have the slightest wiggle but have you ever drop your swisstool? because i start to notice it after the drop. thanks for the fast reply

[@darkchild57]

Oh several times, it would slip out of my hands while I was using the tool or I simply was putting it on the table and I missed...or something stupid like that. But the tool still remains pretty tight for being well used.

[@mrnelson1911]

I just have to ask. How do you "miss" a table?

[@1guitarlover]

Hello there! Victorinox provided lifetime warranty on this product. So, should you have an issue with one tool self-opening when pulling out another one, send it for adjustment. Cheers.

[@darkchild57]

Thanks for the reminder:) I'm not in the habit of taking advantage of warranties lol, I should use it more often. I just keep on using these tools, I'm sure I will expire before this tool does!

[@escargotiskuhol]

Great review! If only it has a clip...

[@darkchild57]

Thanks:) Yea, this was meant to be carried in the supplied sheath. I usually wear 5.11 pants so there is a dedicated utility pocket which I carry this in.

[@woodentulike2no]

You can get a Nite Ize brand clip that uses very strong adhesive to attach. I have done this with mine and it works perfectly!

[@9unslin9er]

I just changed out the garbage grips on my Ruger Super Redhawk with the can-opener flathead. Literally could not find any other tool in the house that could help me out.

[@seachaser]

Used the saw once in 7 years? Curious.

[@jeffjuice3886]

One of the thing's I dislike about some of the multi tools is nail nicks and tough detent, bent a few nails because of it lol. Have you tried taking it apart [if you can] or submerged it in hot water + dried and re-lubed? Maybe the awl will stay in place if some of the grime is gone.

[@darkchild57]

Well we all know Victorinox loves their nail nicks:) With that being said it's not too bad pulling these tools out. They were a bit stiff brand new but after seven years it's loosened up considerably. Unfortunately the tool is together forever...can't take these apart!

[@mrcmrf]

How's the spirit going another 4 or so years later, worth doing 10+ year followup review perhaps?

[@darkchild57]

It's held up beautifully still. Just the usual scuffs and it probably needs to be cleaned. The jaws have a bit more play in it than my new Swiss Tool. Otherwise it is fully functioning and just as useful as the day I have received it. I could followup with another update.

[@mrcmrf]

@@darkchild57 good to hear! Be good to see its condition now and how bad the jaw play has become etc. Thanks for the reply 👍

[@mike_qbik]

@@darkchild57 I would love to see your take on this one after 4 years and with few more additions on the market from Leatherman since your review - like Free P4, Charge G10 etc. Are you considering update and so. Really like your reviews.

[@patrickgambsky6290]

Thanks for sharing great video.I've been wanting to get a victorinox multi-tool. 😀 Very nice tool

[@patrickgambsky6290]

I've been carrying the super tool 300 by Leatherman pretty good tool as well

[@k9teamzagrebskolazapse149]

I yust hawe 1 are Victorinox Spirit MX one hand opening knife , best multi for the price and i think ower all its beutiful maide and also its super functional.

[@lhaveAfoot]

excellent review

[@darkchild57]

Thank you:)

[@jnasty6669]

Wow that’s held up really well my leatherman looks that way after a year lol

[@keinnameeingefallen9232]

And mine after 3 months but im using it every day as a roofer

[@appleztooranges]

Does it beat the Leatherman wave?

[@darkchild57]

They both have their pros and cons. I feel the pliers cutting ability is slightly better on the Wave. However the handle comfort is horrific IMO. The one handed accessibility of the Wave is a very welcomed feature. They both feel high quality. My preference is the Spirit, it just feels more compact and streamlined for EDC. That is solely personal opinion.

[@appleztooranges]

@@darkchild57 there’s no belt clip option for the spirit? I love that about my wave as I carry it this way

[@darkchild57]

@@appleztooranges unfortunately no belt clip option just a leather carry sheath.

[@appleztooranges]

@@darkchild57 that’s we’re it be tough for me. I love having a clip

[@1594simonsays]

@@appleztooranges get the spirit mx it has a pocket clip and one hand opening blade

[@gevinpatil110]

i personally beleive in pliers section leatherman is better than vivtorinox as it ahs replacable cuuting head and wider opening but other tools i think victorinox is better quality and precision in some areas like blade leatherman is wider and larger and offers a serrated blade but still the sharpness and easy to sharpen blade in victorinox is better

[@erwinjapar]

Your video very helpful, i want to buy victorinox spirit... and i see your video, now i'm really sure to buy it. btw i'm fans of victorinox too. :)

[@darkchild57]

Thanks! I'm glad I could help. It has served me very well! In fact I took this out of my pockets for a short time to carry and review the SOG Power Lock. Afterwards the Swiss Spirit has returned to my pockets as my multitool EDC.

[@mickthomson1640]

It is multi tool alive today?????

[@darkchild57]

I still carry and use this multitool: ) the tools are still working fine as of right now.

[@mickthomson1640]

@@darkchild57 thanks 😉

[@F3udF1st]

Perhaps if you clean and oil it a bit the tools would fold out better.

[@ROE1300]

I’m big fan of Victorinox and the Spirit X in particular. These video reviews would be much more helpful if the creators would show the tools in actual use pointing out their pros & cons for different tasks. The process of opening a can opener, telling us it is a can opener that has not been used much and then marching through all the tools in similar fashion puts me to sleep.

[@darkchild57]

I agree with you. I apologize, l'm just pure lazy. The next time I do a multitool review I will make the effort get some additional footage of the tool in use.

[@ROE1300]

darkchild57 Please do not beat yourself up. Almost every KZbin reviewer does the same with multitools. It would both unique and interesting if a video showed a multi tool in use completing a household project; or, setting up and living in a camp for the weekend. These would demonstrate the tools real life multi uses without giving the impression the tasks were staged for the video.

[@nmtoolsandgadgets4963]

I just wish that they would have a pocket clip for it

[@Volkmannx]

👍

[@k9teamzagrebskolazapse149]

I yust sold my Skeletool CX 154CM and it really good 3 things but it rust like crazy. In 10 days stayd in auto and players war rusted I obeys clean it but leatherman must be better att coality control. Cos in EU Skeletool CX cost 125 €. And I order Victorinox Spirit MX Clipp model att discaunt for 120€ but more tools and only 60grams havier

[@SpydieFan]

I like mine. I just have one gripe, the hard wire cutters are soft like butter, totally ruined them on a thin nail. My Leatherman Charge/ wave would handle it with no issue. Other than that, it's a fantastic tool, it's just not meant for heavy use.

[@darkchild57]

I'm sorry to hear that your wire cutters are shot. I've had no issues yet but then again I don't use the wire cutters too often. My most used tools are the knife, pliers and screwdrivers. I will say that the knife dulls rather quickly and the serrated edge makes it that much harder for me to sharpen. I'm sure my Surge would have eaten every nail and wire I throw at it lol. Good to hear some feedback from other users of the Spirit!

[@paullee6663]

Hi, sorry for the late response but only just saw this video. If you still have the Spirit and want this sorted Victorinox offer a Lifetime guarantee, there will be a dealer where you need to send the tool to get it repaired near to you. Just google it. They usually state 6 weeks to repair it, but it's often just 10-14 days ( I sent my 2 knives back and both came back completely sorted within a couple of weeks) Hope this helps. You have to pay postage there, but they pay return postage.

[@nmtoolsandgadgets4963]

Bill Hartsfield though the problem with leatherman tools is they're so brittle and rust very easily.

[@Wuchtamsel]

Well, it's a WIRE cutter! Made for soft copper, and not to cut steel nails. Use the metal saw for that!

[@SpydieFan]

@@Wuchtamsel Or use a leatherman, which is what I do regularly. My Victorinox Spirit just lives in my kitchen junk drawer.

[@User-fj11]

Ржавчина на губках пассатиж это не ржавчина Духа. Это остатки деталей ржавеют на губках.

[@kettchuk918]

You get more torque from a long screwdriver

[@randomescu]

I think you get more torque from a screwdriver with a wider handle.

[@kettchuk918]

​@@randomescu A longer screwdriver shaft gives more torque than the same length with a bigger handle. Apparently it also gives more than t-shaped handles. Some physics bods I used to know went into great detail with lots of formula on why it is...I didn't follow any of it but longer = better was as much as I needed :) I'll let you put your on innuendo in ;)

[@randomescu]

@@kettchuk918 i wont argue, i have only basic knowledge.

[@kenlied]

swiss quality is light years better than your „preferred us made tools“

[@demetripetrenko2783]

long nails, dried hand real workingman he's been in the poo seen some things things you can't forget

[@4Thug2Life0]

It’s so distracting my god cut them nails and get some lotion. I work 6 days a week with my hands but they don’t look like that.

[@aaahbeeeh3374]

hello. im a big victorinox fan, mostly cause of their great price/value and quality. i had and have quite many swisstools, pockets knives from vic, some leathermans and tested other brand multitools. i think the review is missing too important things and is lighting the tool not objectively enough. i gave it a thumbs down cause this. its misleading. my main disturbances with swisstools are the fingernail openings, partially extremely hard to open tools - depends on the article someone gets, if the rivets are pressed hard or more soft in it - and the very conservative designs, missing innovations from victorinox. i think its crucial to point out: a one hand opening tool is just a world difference in daily usage than a fingernail opening system. swisstools arent made for daily usage in comparsion to a, lets say, leatherman with one hand opening. they are more of a "here and there" toolbox, several times a day use at most. and this not in times, where gloves are being worn.

[@apmikalogran]

Lean it oil it

[@fc436]

3.35 =American fascist culture: "he apologizes for admitting that a foreign product is of good quality" 😂😂😂😂the country of freedom 😂😂😂😂😂

[@misaelcopado2734]

if a multi tool or a normal razor does not bring a pocket clip it is trash the victorinox aon good but not all contain a pocket clip not all people like to carry a case on their belt apart the models are a bit outdated that's why leatherman it's a million times better

[@bkmaw]

I call BS , owned for seven years, used very little.