I enjoy seeing Thomas in front of the camera. His sarcastic wit is always appreciated.

This past year I canoed the BWCA for 8 days and took the Victorinox SwissChamp with me. I had many choices of knives and multitools to take but the SwissChamp had all of the tools I needed for this trip. The large knife filleted fish, the fish scaler scaled, the scissors cut braided and mono fish line, the sewing awl and pliers repaired leather shoes, the mag glass and tweezers removed a tick, the saw helped to prep kindling, the package hook lifted a teapot off the fire, the corkscrew loosened a stubborn knot. Need I say more?

its really fun to have you both in front of the camera. making DCA proud

Never settle for imitation Swiss Army Knives. The genuine article is far superior.

The warncliff utility blade question, measure once cut twice, Cold Steel Tuff Lite (or mini Tuff Lite)

I have carried a SAK for 60+ years, Scouts, Vietnam and in the plumbing trade. Great, handy tool. Just recently I have given away 20+ Classic SAK, mostly to women friends. Consistently have received positive feedback from them; scissors always handy and they we amazed at how useful they were used. Do I also carry a second ( third?) folder? Yes.

I love my Swiss Army knives. I have somewhere around 10 of them. They’re small, light (unobtrusive) and most average knife carriers don’t need anything with a super steel that they can’t replace if they lose or break it. Are they ideal for cutting cardboard 40 hours a week? No. But in a pinch they’re great to have if you pick the right one for you, and if someone around you wants a knife to borrow, they’re perfect for that too. People who need to borrow a knife don’t need to know about every blade i’m carrying.

I own 35 Victorinox Swiss Army knives and I love them all. I love their versatility, the high quality for a very affordable price, and the variety of materials and tools depending on the multitool. My favorites are the Alox's (Farmer X, Pioneer X and Cadets), the Rambler, the Climber (in white), the Compact (in blue), the Sportsman, and my Outrider. I often carry my Cadet and Climber in my bag, and my Rambler around my neck. I own many fixed and folding knives, and my Victorinox's are among my favorites. And I've never seen an Alox Rambler! I'd love one of those.

The Cold Steel Tough Lite for the leather worker.

Living in Minnesota, the SAK parcel hook works really well as a lace-puller on hockey skates.

Top Liner Lock? Oh, you mean Steve. 😂

Not everybody needs one... everybody needs at least 3.

I have one and I never carry it alone. I always have a knife with it. It does things my knife can’t do.

I love my SAKs. It's not intimidating/scary when you pull it out in certain situations. Its a great car/travel knife (in the US...don't know about regs in other countries). Its one of the few knives with a file that really works. Lots of positives that far outweigh any negatives for me.

Fun-Facts: Victorinox makes SAK models with pliers that are way stronger than they look. The scissors are also strong & sharp enough to be reliable wire cutters.

1:37 also if you ignore the other half of that quote "a jack of all trades is a master of none, but often better than a master of one"

I like that Vosteed calls their version on the compression lock, "Top-Liner" It's the best alternative name so far imo

New name for compression lock - *Pinch lock* Also, press lock isn't bad. Squeeze lock is a bit of mouthful.

the SAK classic is a winner because it has scissors to cut up the buds, and tweezers to use as a roach clip !

The crkt razelcliffe is impeccable, I work at Aldi and they provide really strange safety cutters that I find very annoying so I just use my razelcliffe for everything.

The compression lock could be viewed as mechanically equivalent to the Tri-Ad lock, just using the liner rather than a rocker bar as the handle's moving element. 'Tri-Liner lock' and 'Liner-Ad lock' are options. Others: 'Top Liner lock', 'Side Liner lock', 'Squeeze lock'. My favorite, as it reflects both how the liner tongue fits between tang ramp and stop pin, and how its disengaged: 'Pinch lock'.

Thomas seems like that one friend you always wanna hangout with but He never wants to come around 😎

Can't believe Thomas missed his big chance to mention that the CRKT Razel(probably spelt that wrong so forgive me) is an actual true Reverse Tonto!! Great installment fellas, love the B-Team lol

I have been using and collecting knives for more than 40 years and have around 100. They cover a very wide range of kinds, countries and prices. I like more and more the Victorinox.The consistent quality is a plus. The balance between affordability and quality too.Being non-scary at all is also an advantage. They are useful. I like to sharp myself my knives. Sharpening the Victorinox is easy and I get very good results.

Really enjoy Thomas and Seth together in front of the camera! You guys should do the holy trinity: DCA Seth and Thomas in front of the camera!

I every day carry a Victorinox, I think it’s the “Climber,” chosen because it has a Philips head and a corkscrew. I also EDC a pocket knife, usually a PM2 or a Bugout, for when I need to cut something. Love and use them all regularly.

Thomas’s Pontiac hat🤩

Thank you both for this video! With the Viking away rampaging elsewhere you both did an admirable job of running the show with the help of the backup camera crew - thanks to them also and to all who help by keeping the business going.

The parcel hook is a world class paracord tool to untie knots. I absolutely rely on it when making lanyards etc.

I wholeheartedly agree with Seth's call to bring back the Rambler. I love that knife. While I'm at it, PLEASE bring back the 74mm Executive with the Pen Blade, Small Blade, Scissors, Nail Filer, and Orange Peeler. It was far and away my favorite SAK ever made (followed closely by the super tinker my late father carried for as long as I can remember). I carried one for years as my backup knife, but now that I can't get one anymore I've been relegated to carrying the Compact SD because I fear losing my executive.

Because Victorinox make consistent quality knives/multitools and they are at attainable prices. Plus they apparently have a good warranty.

Hi all, love the show! What’s the purpose of a bolster on a folding knife? Why are they so common on the classic knife styles (e.g., stockman, trapper, canoe, etc.)? I’ve also noticed that a lot of the KnifeCenter exclusives have titanium bolsters (e.g., CJRB Ekko and CJRB Pyrite Bowie). Is it more than just looks? I can’t find a good answer. Thanks!

Hey DCA, Thomas & Seth. Really love the work you do. I'm here today to take a crack at giving the compression lock a generic name. My understanding is; a compression lock is nothing but a top mounted/reverse liner lock with a stop pin or "wedge" attached to it. When the knife is open, the stop pin/wedge keeps the knife open & the blade secured in place. So, if people starts calling it a "Wedge Lock" instead of a compression lock, I don't think anybody would have anything to complain about. What do you think?

I need more Thomas in my life

Victorinox rules b/c it's the perfect combination of non-threatening and utility. I use my Compact daily. Even the parcel hook gets used to put the bikechain back on. I have more expensive knives. But i don't carry them a lot; in my daily life as a teacher and a father they wouldn't get used as much as the Vic tools.

Question: Working as a janitor at a school. I work at night so I have been given permission to bring my own tools for the tasks needed since kids are out when I work. I have been carrying Leatherman Free P4 and T4 for all my box breaking and screw and lock maintenance. I am looking for a fixed blade that can be deep carried in the pocket or worn as a neck knife (neck knife preferably) that won't break the bank to lessen the load on my multi tools. Is there a good small option that is ~175 with a sheath included or a cheaper one that I can get a separate sheath around that price? Thanks for the answer in advance. You all give great information and I love the content.

I have just the 6 or so SAKs. These are incredibly convenient and a great size and a decent price.

Killed it 2 weeks in a row guys! Love that shirt Thomas!

Hey Thomas!!

I use my classic almost everyday. I use it to trim my beard and cutting down six pack soda bottle plastic. I have it razor sharp and no complaints. Oh, and it’s also an early 1970’s model that belonged to my grandfather. These things last man.

I carry a victorinox compact every single day, have a classic SD on my work keys and my favourite tool in my whole collection is my walnut scale evo 17 that I got as a gift on my first Father’s Day

Great video, love the channel and always enjoy the videos. The interplay between two hosts steps up the game on an already enjoyable series.

I love DCA, but you guys are great as well. I’m very happy to see you guys on here. Thanks for the great information in a fun format.

Hey DCA/crew here is something that i was hoping you could shed some light on for all us knife lovers. For example i just heard last year that ZT is affiliated with Kershaw, not to mention the whole Boker brand confusion. Hoping you can clear this up. Also we know that Byrd is Spyderco’s sub brand, and Sencut Civivi and We are all sister companies. What are the other major sister knife brands? Thx. Keep up the great content. (Also quick shout out. thx to Seth and Thomas and camera crew for manning the ship for DCA)

I have a Cybertool. Use it every day multiple times. When i hand it out to someone for cutting, i offer it with the small knife. It never offends anyone. But…. It weeeel cut!

Hi DCA, Seth, Thomas, I live in France where we have a restrictive knife law and people arround me tend to be scared about knives (they find a Ladybug or McBee intimidating due to the « tactical look »). I tried a Boker multi tool but they were again scared. So I mainly use SAK such as victorinox or MKM Malga 6. I noticed that whatever looks like a normal size SAK with wood handles tends to be acceptable, such as a Fox Livri. Wood especially seems to reassures them. If possible not locking. Would you have any recommendations for a knife looking like a SAK or Laguiole, with a modern PM steel (Magnacut, S35VN or similar) ? Keep on the great work ! Harry

Victorinox is the brand that is the go-to knife brand for a ton of people because it is the household name everybody knows. They're very widely available in retail and are the only knife brand most people will see and recognize growing up at one point or another. As such it has become the go-to brand for people who, for whatever reason, purchase a knife but don't possess any significant knowledge of knives and what makes them work. Sure the knives produced by Victorinox are of adequate built quality and are affordable but that is where their practical qualities end when compared to competition. The steel Victorinox uses in all of its products is of relatively low quality and heat-treated to be quite soft. The plastic and rubber used as scales in the majority of Victorinox's line-up are fragile and cannot be removed for cleaning or replacement by the consumer. The spring-action used in both the slip-joint and independent spring tools such as pliers or scissors isn't very strong nor are the springs durable enough for long-term frequent use. I believe Victorinox has become a victim of its success when it comes to the quality of its products, having become complacent with innovating with its products because they don't have to. Whilst other manufacturers have improved and innovated both with new materials and functions, Victorinox has sat idle. On the current knife market, Victorinox survives and thrives off brand recognition and the unwarranted brand loyalty of its consumers. I've personally carried a Ruike-LD51B as a multitool for about three years now and it outperforms an SAK in almost every way despite the product being based on that of Victorinox. Ruike has had to make a name for itself not through brand loyalty or lack of competition but through innovation and the quality of its products. The result is a line of products that, in terms of materials and practicality, puts Victorinox to shame.

Definitely one of the best brands out there. I'm probably out of control but I must have no less than 2 dozen Victorinonox knives. They're fun to collect. Love Victorinox.

It is always nice having Seth on camera, and, the only downside of having Thomas in front of the camera, is not having him off camera, missing those snarky remarks.

How about "wedge lock"? It kind of wedges a liner between the blade and stop pin.

I have a Victirinox "Locksmith" that was purchased in Switzerland and customized at the factory with my name/date of purchase, presented to me as a gift from my parents when they visited on vacation... it is my EDC since 2000. Victorinox also has a place in my kitchen... the rosewood handled line is high quality and very capable of everyday work. Jack of all trades master of none? Yeah right... Victorinox is not a display case grail knife only used by lames to brag about the materials that they never really use except to cut open their Amazon deliveries and show off to the nerds in the office... Victorinox makes dependable gear that works for real. Don't even get me started on the 2 Victorinix INOX watches I own, one Titanium black dial and one Stainless blue dial... they are as tough and accurate as can be.

36:20 it should be called Sideback lock

The mountaineer is my most carried as the scissors And the metal file are used daily.

Also, the classic versions are legal to carry anywhere in Europe as far as I am aware of. If I do not choose to carry anything in particular, I carry one of them.

The CJRB Ruffian is a great wharncliffe/utility blade as well. I have bought three

Another great video. As always, you two killed it. Thanks. I’m telling you, The Push Lock. 🎸🔪

For the EDC wharncliffe - I have a Cold Steel Tuff Lite that does a brilliant job of random utility tasks. Wicked edge at the end of the hollow grind and enough thickness to back it up; unstoppable lockup, and remarkable handle comfort. Dulls pretty quickly but sharpens up super easy.

I go saltwater fishing several times a month and I always take a Swiss army knife as a back up folder because of how easy it is to clean out sand.

I argue, that unless you are in a trade of some sort, it’s the only one you need.

SAK's are probably the "best" choice for edc here in the UK they're pretty much universally accepted and don't cause much fuss. They have models to suit everyone. My Dad carries one, my daughter carries one, I carry one. Cheers 🍻

I have collected all of the Icons in the Beat the Icon content and I now carry a 940 Osborne more often than the Enduras that I have carried since they (and Glock) came on the scene. The sweet spot regarding price is between 100 & $200 because I really use, and sometimes lose, these knives. I have been pleasantly surprised by character of the different tools and your curating of them, so thank you for that.

0:24 LOL 😂🤣 That's exactly my humor!

we could call the generic compression lock a pinch lock, or a squeeze lock. maybe the grip lock

I have a few good folding knives but I am thinking about buying a good fixed blade now. I’m looking for something versatile, reliable and resistant, with a decent sized blade but without being too bulky. More to the point, considering the zombie apocalypse that is inevitably upon us, which fixed blade you’d recommend as an all-around survival tool, good for bushcraft, hunt, urban use and, naturally, defending oneself from the hordes of the undead? Congratulations on the amazing channel. You are responsible for addicting me in perceiving what should be ordinary cutting tools as collectible works of art.

I have a sak pioneer x in my bag always, and I have a rambler in my wallet attached to a small prybar, I also very much enjoy the German army trekker.

*_You call it "The Index Lock: because you generally use your index finger to unlock it!_*

A genuine Victorinox is a beautiful carry, I carry the officer Suice every day and its perfect for opening packaging and bottles every day.

Why not call the Compression Lock something easy that just trips of the tongue, how about "The C-lock" ? Uncomplicated, straight forward and easy to remember for everyone ? Great to see you Seth, and an absolute miracle having Thomas out from behind the camera ! He has so much more to give than just great wit during the show ? Bless you all. 🙏☺️🤗❤️🖖✌️

When I pull out a SAK in an office environment - even a 110 mm - no one looks twice. Any other knife on that table, though, may draw serious stares (or a call to HR) when people hear the quick-open action.

Victorinox knives WORK the blades cut better than most, sharpen easily, and have extra bits-n-bobs that add value NO knife has with the same functional quality. They cost less than most any other and no one else is even in the same league for fit, finish, and quality.

My Swiss army "card" is awesome and probably the only victorinox I'll ever need

What’s a newer knife that you think will stand the test of time to join classics like the Buck 110, SAK, Case trapper, etc.

The best knife is the one you have with you. That makes the Swiss army knives the best.

I bugged you guys for like 4 years in the comments to use the KC pull to get Victorinox to make an Olive Drab Alox Huntsman...... AND I STILL WILL,,,,,,, make it happen!!!

A lot of high priced knives are hard to open and much harder to close. The last is the pits for a folder. People with weak hands are going to end up leaving them open and not use them.

Their handles aren't anything fancy, but their blades age better than any I've had. I have a swiss card from about 2000ish, and besides losing the toothpick once, even that (which I saw as gimmicky at the time and bought it as a joke) has been fantastic. I used a standard and alox bantam for most days when I wasnt at a labor heavy job. And to be clear, if I was at a tougher labor heavy job, I'd bring a knife I'm willing to break. Not a SAK. Got a $15 Kershaw for exactly that, sacrifices to the knife gods lol

Seth: good call on the Delica. Your argument ticked all the boxes including samurai history. Now I need to go buy the k390 version....

Hey guys, I hope DCA is okay. I'm fairly new to the knife world and i don't know that many good value knives or knife brands and was looking for some options. I'm looking for a premium feeling knife around the $100 - $250 mark though if its a bit over that's fine and, due to knife laws in my country, ideally it would have a blade under 4 inches. If you do answer this thank you very much and I love your content.

I have got the small Swiss knife on my keychain as well. Most used knife I have on me.

call the compression lock the wedge lock

SAS,'s are made for a world wide audience. Not everyone can have a lock blade. Not everyone can have a blade over 3 inches. A lot of countries put many restrictions on what can be carried. We are fortunate. SAK is a good learning tool.

Regarding the generic Compression Lock name, since the liner has a tab that fits into a notch in the blade, I was thinking something like "tab lock" or "notch lock." Maybe "tab notch lock." Since it's on the top side of the knife, it could also be called a "top notch lock," which it certainly is.

And Swiss Army Knives are legal pretty much anywhere you can carry a knife. No locking blades and short enough blades outside of a handful of models.

Bought my first Swiss Army knife while on liberty in Naples Italy 1976. 15 years later one of the handles cracked. I contacted Victorinox, they fixed it for free. Was without it for 2 weeks. So I bought another one. Still have both of them. Carried even why flying until 911 and stupid rules kicked in

I started my knife jearney with a classic sd and now I have a few of them. I have the classic on my car keys and I carry a hunter as a EDC. Yes the hunter does have tools I never use but a real SAK even one with little tools will be a great EDC. Especially when you with people that aren't into knives SAK doesn't intimidate them

It's a shame David wasn't there for this show cause you had a REAL reverse tanto...the CRKT Razelcliff......lol

Possible question. I find the Case 253 Mini Blackhorn to be ideal for light duty EDC because it is dead simple, disapears in the pocket, has a long slicey blade (especially considering the compact size), and has a serviceable handle shape. Only problem...it feels kind of cheap. Is there a more upscale knife with similar characteristics?

I have heard the term "top liner lock" to refer to the compression lock.

11:18 just use a utility blade. They're razer sharp, super thin, and cheap to replace. Cuts those tough materials more effortlessly than a pocket knife ever will and replacing the blade will always be faster than sharpening it. Olight's folding utility or the new Civivi Elementum utility are good options.

In Germany carrying a knife without a „real“ reason has recently become suspicious. A craftsman yes, a hunter yes, a fisherman yes, but if a normal guy carries a knife people see him as a potential killer. Unless he carries an SAK. That’s probably one of the reasons for its success, it’s socially acceptable. And in former times in Germany there were very cheap peasant knives with wooden handles that were used by farmers and pretty expensive hunting knives with stag handles used by hunters. The SAK is mostly called „Schweizer Offiziersmesser“ (Swiss officer‘s knife) which generated an aura of noblesse around it. It has always been considered as a really „good“ knife. Most boys got it as a present from their dads or grandpas as their first real knife - so did I. That has also helped.

We all know DCA is on his knife signing tour. 😊

36:23 just call it what everyone already calls it, reverse liner lock

How much for the Pontiac hat?

Thomas - great job!! I love your input. You obviously have lots of knowledge and it shines through. You also know exactly where to hold the knife and for how long so the cameraman can focus on it - thank you. Seth - comb your hair for goodness sake. You're not being edgy (seriously, no pun intended), you just look disheveled.

Pinch lock, squeeze lock, reverse liner lock, spiner lock.

Artisan Cutlery Sea Snake is the correct answer to the second question from leather worker.

Thanks Seth and Thomas. Thomas, I would suggest that the Shark Lock is Demko's *Knife* Symphony. Duh-duh-duh-DUHHHHH. I'll let myself out now.

I’m such a fan of Victoria Nox then I bought one of their watches. It tore up in six months and they were real jerks about repairing it. If you think about it, I’ve not really had that much. Good luck at their knives either.

SAK has several useless tools, but the classic sd with mustache/beard shears that are actually really good, and tweezers for nose hair, and blade it’s a solid buy for 20 bucks

I saw they were coming out with a swiss army knife the other day minus one specific item. I thought it was going to be the corkscrew only to find out it was the blade. LoL