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Swiss Tinker Deluxe

The Victorinox Swiss Army Deluxe Tinker 53481 has the following distinguishable features: 1. Large Blade 2. Small Blade 3. Phillips Screwdriver 4. Can Opener with 5. Small Screwdriver (also for Phillips screws) 6. Bottle Opener with 7. Large Screwdriver 8. Wire Stripper 9. Reamer 10. Key Ring 11. Tweezers 12. Toothpick 13. Scissors 14. Multi-purpose Hook (Parcel Carrier) 15. Pliers with 16. Wire Cutter 17. Wire Crimper In 1884, Master Cutler Karl Elsener started his cutlery factory in the little village of Ibach, Switzerland. In 1897, he crafted the Victorinox Original Swiss Army Knife. Since that time, the Elsener family has continued to craft tools in the Victorinox tradition of in talent design, durability, and quality. This is why all Victorinox multi-tools, made of original class stainless steel, are guaranteed a lifetime versus defects in material and workmanship. REMEMBER, If it doesn't say Victorinox, it's not the Original Swiss Army Knife.

The 3-1/2-inch-long knife holds 17 tools in it is traditional, red plastic casing. They include: huge and little knife blades; a may opener with 3mm screwdriver; a bottle cap lifter with 6mm screwdriver and a wire stripper; scissors; a reamer with sewing eye; a Phillips screwdriver; pliers with a wire cutter/crimper; a multi-purpose hook; tweezers; a toothpick; and a key ring. All blades and tools are made of first-class, stainless steel (except for the plastic toothpick). Tools are disunited by rust-proof aluminum alloy, while lasting brass rivets and bushings hold knife layers together. This Swiss Army knife is covered by a full, lifetime warranty. --Cristina Vaamonde

From the famous company that formulated the Swiss Army Knife a century ago comes the Deluxe Tinker, a finish set of tools for campers, hikers, boy scouts, and just in regards to everyone else. Measuring 3-1/2 inches long, the Deluxe Tinker is stylishly cased in a timeless red housing with the intimate Victorinox logo on the side. More importantly, the unit holds 16 stainless-steel and plastic tools suitable for just regarding any occasion. The general tools include a huge blade, a little blade, a may opener with a little screwdriver, a bottle opener with a huge screwdriver and wire stripper, and a little set of scissors. And that's just the beginning, as the Deluxe Tinker likewise offers mini pliers with a wire cutter, a reamer with a sewing eye, a Phillips screwdriver, a hook, a toothpick, tweezers, and a key ring. In short, there's no better accessory for camping, hunting, and fishing trips, along with popular around-the-house tasks.

As with all Victorinox items, the Deluxe Tinker is made to exacting standards, with dozens of person elements and hundreds of steps going into it is construction. Victorinox attends to each detail, from selecting the finest materials to performing the final inspection. In addition, each person tool has been hardened in a dissimilar way to stand up to it is indicated use. Outfitted with a plastic housing, the Deluxe Tinker carries a lifetime warranty.

About Swiss Army Knives
In 1884, Swiss cutler Karl Elsener set up shop in Ibach-Schwyz, installing a waterwheel in Tobelbach Brook to run his grinding and polishing machines. Thus begun what would become the global brand name Victorinox, a combining of Victoria, for Elsener's mother, and "inox," or stainless steel. Today, Victorinox formulates watches, luggage, clothing, and, famously, Swiss Army Knives. The primary product dates to 1897, when Elsener patented the Swiss Officer's and Sports Knife he supplied to the Swiss Army. Following World War II, American servicemen and women buying goods in PX stores shortened the name to Swiss Army Knife, which lives on in English-speaking countries around the world and has become a metaphor for versatility.

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59 of 59 humans found the following review helpful.
The best of the breed
By Brian Reaves
Of all the SAK's out there, the Deluxe Tinker is my favorite. It's little sufficient to comfortably stay in your pocket (instead of those side pouches a lot of of the larger models require), and each single tool in the collection is useable. While I own eight dissimilar Swiss Army Knives, this is the one I perpetually grab when it's time to go. The only problem I had with it is the scissors. The little metal piece that pushes the blades isolated got twisted once when I let someone borrow my knife (never again) and I could never get it to work right after that. I not long ago purchased my second to let my initial retire after various long years of rugged use. If not for the scissors getting messed up, I'd still be using it today. After years of every day use, it's still good. The blades have had to be sharpened and there are a few chips out of the red cover, but I have no complaints with the quality. It holds up to hard usage.

If you're looking for a knife that is lasting and useful, Swiss Army is the way to go. Any of their knives are good.

21 of 21 humans found the following review helpful.
nice tool, good workmanship, but a little bulky
By Perry W. Beabout
I purchased this knife to replace the one I lost when I left in rental car. The model I had before was the Tinker's little brother (the Swiss Army Climber II. I loved that knife and employed it daily. I thought it would be hand to have the pliers included with the Tinker model. They are handy, but frankly I wished I had replace the Climber with a Climber. The Tinker is a very nice knife, but it's bulky and I genuinely don't like to carry it in my pocket. If you don't mind the bulk, it's good buy. However it that is an issue, you may want to consider another model such as the Climber. Hope that helps.

18 of 19 persons found the following review helpful.
Indispensable tool, magnificent gift
By torrid_wind™
I not so long ago ordered the Deluxe Tinker. This knife will be a substitute for the Victorinox Swiss Army Tinker and Classic Knife Combo I purchased 32 years ago! Even if you're not into camping, Swiss Army knives are important for daily use. I have carried mine with me everyplace (except airports). The knife has come in handy more times that I could perhaps recall. Before cell phones were introduced, my Swiss Army knife helped me to make simple car repairs on the road (and I'm NO mechanic, trust me). I employed it from everything from removing splinters to stripping wires. It's outstanding to have one of these yourself. However, they make EXCELLENT GIFTS! (How a lot of gifts have you received that you've applied for 32 years and consider indispensable?). Don't leave home without it!

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