Victorinox Huntsman Swiss Army Knife Review
- 15 functions, including wood saw, scissors and multipurpose hook
- 3.6-inch (91 mm) body that weighs 3.4 oz (97 g)
- Swiss made stainless steel, backed by a lifetime warranty
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The classic Officer's knife toolset plus a wood saw, scissors and a multipurpose hook, in a 3.4-ounce red package. Here's what the 15 functions cover, and where a bigger tool wins.
Quick verdict
The Victorinox Huntsman takes the Officer's knife toolset and adds the two things that make it truly useful outdoors: a wood saw and a pair of scissors. You get 15 functions, including two blades, a can opener, bottle opener and multipurpose hook, in a 3.6-inch body that weighs 3.4 ounces. For pocket carry on the trail, in a tackle box or around the house, it's hard to pack more usefulness into less space.
Pros and cons
What we like
- Wood saw and scissors cover jobs a plain pocket knife can't
- 15 functions in a 3.6-inch, 3.4-ounce body
- Stainless steel tempered and polished for corrosion resistance
- Two blades, so the small one can take the messy jobs
- Multipurpose hook, reamer and wire stripper add real utility
- Lifetime warranty against defects in material and workmanship
What could be better
- No blade lock is listed, so treat it as a slip-joint folder
- 2.45-inch main blade is modest for heavy camp cutting
- The saw handles branches, not firewood-size rounds
- No pliers; a full multitool covers more repair work
Key features, explained
15 functions in a 91 mm frame
Victorinox lists 15 functions: a large blade, small blade, corkscrew, can opener with a small screwdriver that also works on Phillips screws, bottle opener with a large screwdriver and wire stripper, reamer with punch and sewing awl, key ring, tweezers, toothpick, scissors, multipurpose hook and wood saw. That's a full kit for food, gear repair and light outdoor work, and it all folds into a body you'll barely notice in a pocket.
Wood saw and scissors
Victorinox describes the Huntsman as its Officer's knife plus a wood saw and scissors, and those two additions define it. The saw handles small branches, kindling, tent-stake notches and plastic tubing, jobs that would dull or chip a knife edge. The scissors trim cord, tape, tags, fingernails and first-aid dressings with more control than a blade. Together they turn a pocket knife into a small outdoor kit, and the multipurpose hook adds a way to carry a bundle or a bag.
Blades and stainless steel
The main blade is 2.45 inches long, with a smaller blade alongside for detail work or messy jobs. Victorinox says its tools are made from high-quality steel that is tempered, annealed and polished to reach the right hardness and resist corrosion. Stainless steel suits a knife that lives in a pocket, tackle box or glovebox. To resharpen, use a whetstone at 15 to 20 degrees per side for a 30 to 40 degree edge, and keep the blade cool with plenty of water if you use a grinding wheel.
Size, weight and carry
The Huntsman measures 91 mm (3.6 inches) long, 26 mm wide and 21 mm thick, and weighs 97 grams, or 3.4 ounces. The scales are red ABS/Cellidor, and a key ring lets you clip it to keys or a lanyard. It slips into a jeans pocket as easily as a toolbox tray. Use the blade for cutting and the reamer or screwdrivers for prying and scraping. Knife-carry rules vary by state, city and country, so check them where you live and travel.
Care, warranty and heritage
Victorinox keeps maintenance simple. If tools start to stick, open and close them in warm water, let the knife dry and add a drop of oil between each tool and its spring. Skip the dishwasher, which can damage it. The company backs its knives with a lifetime warranty against defects in material and workmanship. Its story starts in 1884, when cutler Karl Elsener opened his workshop in Ibach, Switzerland, and the Huntsman is still Swiss made.
Victorinox Huntsman specs
| Brand | Victorinox |
|---|---|
| Type | Swiss Army pocket knife |
| Functions | 15 |
| Closed length | 3.6 in (91 mm) |
| Width | 1 in (26 mm) |
| Thickness | 0.8 in (21 mm) |
| Main blade length | 2.45 in |
| Weight | 3.4 oz (97 g) |
| Tool material | Stainless steel |
| Scales | ABS/Cellidor |
| Color | Red |
| Made in | Switzerland |
| Warranty | Lifetime, against defects in material and workmanship |
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Who should buy it?
Great for
- Hikers and campers who want a saw and scissors in a pocket knife
- Anglers and boaters who need a corrosion-resistant everyday tool
- Glovebox, tackle box or toolbox kits that need one compact do-all
Skip it if
- You need a locking blade for hard, heavy cutting
- You want pliers and bit drivers, which is full multitool territory
- Local laws or your workplace limit pocket knife carry
Frequently asked questions
How many tools does the Victorinox Huntsman have?
Victorinox lists 15 functions, including large and small blades, scissors, a wood saw, multipurpose hook, can and bottle openers, two screwdrivers, a wire stripper, reamer, corkscrew, tweezers and toothpick.
What's the difference between the Huntsman and the Officer's knife?
Victorinox says the Huntsman combines the functions of its Officer's knife with a wood saw and scissors. Those two tools make it better suited to outdoor use.
How long is the Huntsman's blade?
The main blade measures 2.45 inches, inside a 3.6-inch (91 mm) body. A smaller second blade handles detail work.
How do you sharpen a Swiss Army Knife?
Victorinox recommends a whetstone at 15 to 20 degrees, which gives a cutting angle of 30 to 40 degrees. On a grinding wheel, cool the blade with plenty of water.
Can the Victorinox Huntsman go in the dishwasher?
No. Victorinox advises against it. Open and close the tools in warm water to clean them, let the knife dry, then add a drop of oil between each tool and its spring.
Final verdict
The Victorinox Huntsman gets the balance right by adding a wood saw and scissors to the Officer's toolset without making the knife bulky: 15 functions, 3.6 inches long and 3.4 ounces. Stainless steel, Swiss manufacturing and a lifetime warranty back it up. It won't replace a locking fixed blade for heavy camp work or a pliers-based multitool for repairs, but as an everyday pocket knife for trail, tackle box and home, it's one of the easiest picks there is.
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