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Which are the Best Swiss Army Knives for Bushcraft & Camping?

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  • Опубліковано 17 сер 2024
  • Urban Knife Guy discusses the best Swiss Army Knives for bushcraft & camping. This video focuses on the Victorinox Trailmmaster (Trekker), Forrester M Grip and Swiss Soldier.
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  • @urbanknifeguy
    @urbanknifeguy  7 місяців тому +1

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  • @anthonysalter9573
    @anthonysalter9573 2 дні тому

    Been using a victorinox soldier 08 for 13 years. Still my favorite for hiking/ camping/bushcraft and survival

  • @robertpetties5137
    @robertpetties5137 5 місяців тому +6

    I love the Outrider model.

  • @deadWu
    @deadWu Рік тому +12

    I saw a neat trick once, about the corkscrew: it is a perfect combo with the sawblade. It can be used to cut branches high up, by screwing the SAK to a stick, hold it in position with cordage/adhesive tape and you're good to go

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  Рік тому +2

      That is super awesome. Thanks! Do you remember where you saw it?

    • @deadWu
      @deadWu Рік тому +3

      @@urbanknifeguy Actually I do, it was from a fellow youtuber:
      Channel: TA Outdoors
      Video: 10 Wilderness Survival Tips | Bushcraft Skills
      Minute: 9:51 - 11:50

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  Рік тому +2

      @@deadWu Thanks! I am subbed to them but did not see this. Thanks so much!

    • @FranklinHicks-qs4gs
      @FranklinHicks-qs4gs 6 місяців тому

      Oh wooooow. Are you 9😊

    • @remb9614
      @remb9614 5 місяців тому

      @@FranklinHicks-qs4gs😂🎉

  • @michaelfuxeklint4909
    @michaelfuxeklint4909 2 місяці тому +2

    None for bush craft and the biggest one for camping, the rest for pure city life 😊😊🤘🤘👍

  • @nyancorp
    @nyancorp 4 дні тому

    I‘ve got the Soldier, the Forester and the Outrider. The Outrider has the most useful combination if tools, but it is to big and heavy for my pocket. So I have to carry it in a pouch. The Soldier is practical for its one-handed opening, but when using the saw the protruding blade will dig into my fingers and make it uncomfortable to hold. So it‘s the Forester which
    I‘m carrying the most. I prefer the corkscrew over the screwdriver. For outdoor use it‘s better. And for technical devices a longer and finer in-line Phillips screwdriver (like in the Outrider) is better.

  • @petepete66
    @petepete66 6 місяців тому +2

    All perfect 🍀🍀🍀✌️😜✌️🍀🍀🍀🌎🔥🔥🔥 … I have two soldier 08 … for my inch bag and as edc … perfect 🤩 ✌️🍀🔥🍀🔥🍀

  • @remb9614
    @remb9614 5 місяців тому +1

    These knives do dull faster than others but you can sharpen them so fast or just keep them sharp with a simple stone or diamond rod. Some harder steels last longer but they can be tricky to sharpen if you aren’t experienced or don’t have a sophisticated sharpening device. Me, I’m very experienced with sharpening freehand, and I have the jigs to sharpen knives also but it is nice to have a blade that can sharpen so easily without much trouble. This is a great bushcraft steel. I just chose to have 30 different knives of all different steels lol 🤦‍♂️

  • @devatwell334
    @devatwell334 5 місяців тому +2

    Hard to beat the outrider for woodscraft aswell has scissors for trimming and small cutting and a small screwdriver for gear maintenace if necessary

  • @sotiris_constantinou
    @sotiris_constantinou 11 місяців тому +2

    I got the Forrester in wood scales. Great knife for outdoors. I personally go on straight blade for bushcraft. All Victorinox knives are great

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  11 місяців тому +2

      Nice knife! Thanks for sharing!

  • @Syulang-nt4kj
    @Syulang-nt4kj 6 місяців тому +2

    I do a lot of bushwalking and camping, and I use the one-hnaded version of the Locksmith. It's a real shame they discontinued it as it's a fantastic knife. One handed smooth edge locking blade, really good saw, phillips head driver, and the metal saw/file, which is a really, really useful tool that is sorely underated. It's great for stripping bark when working with wood, and it's an absolutely excellent ferro-rod striker, and I also use it as a foot file on long hikes. Scales have tooth-pick (swapped for ferro-rod) and tweezers (really useful). Got the awl, bottle-lifter/flat-head and tin opener as well (which I do still use on occasion). The bottle lifter locks as well, and I use it for prying things.
    Overall I prefer the smooth blade. It's incredibly versatile, and as you have a really good saw anyway, it's better to have variety. Also, it's way easier to sharpen.

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  6 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for comments and sharing your thoughts! Good points!

  • @backrowbrighton
    @backrowbrighton 6 місяців тому +1

    Really useful info. I own both the Soldier and the Trekker but have only used the latter out in the woods. It worked very well for me. While I like the Soldier model layout, I am not a fan of the combination blade. I prefer a straight edge. Looks like I might have to invest in a Forrester.

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  5 місяців тому

      Thanks! The Forrester is the great IMO!

  • @raymondgrose9118
    @raymondgrose9118 2 місяці тому

    I have the 110 mm Huntsman. That has two serrated one handed blades & the corkscrew

  • @m0riss
    @m0riss 6 місяців тому +1

    While I'm also a Forester fan i think you should still mention the rangergrip line to have a full coverage.

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  6 місяців тому

      Fair enough! I will when I get one.

  • @ParkerBinion
    @ParkerBinion Місяць тому

    Another great video! With knives this large, have you considered the Ruike LD series? They are 114mm long. The LD42B adds a couple of tools to the Forester, including scissors and a rope cutter. There is no can opener, but the awl is in line and it has tweezers in the scales. It's a bit heavier with the extra tools and length.

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  Місяць тому

      Thanks! No, I do own any Ruike knives. I will check that one out!

  • @Stling-yl8li
    @Stling-yl8li 2 місяці тому

    The Version you are looking for is the Forester M grip with order code 0.8361.MWC
    It is just like yours in red but has serrations (combo): one handed opening, serrated blade and cork screw

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  2 місяці тому

      Thanks! But I do want the straight blade!

  • @PeterFaden
    @PeterFaden Рік тому +2

    I carry the Forester, so that's what I choose.

  • @edwardfletcher7790
    @edwardfletcher7790 Рік тому +3

    The phillips driver has no purpose in bushcraft, whereas the corkscrew can be used for corks, knots, attaching to a long pole for sawing etc.

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  Рік тому

      I think if one has mechanical gear that needs a Philips head, it will be useful. But for the average user, I agree the corkscrew is infinitely more useful for bushcraft.

    • @Oldnose63
      @Oldnose63 6 днів тому

      You won’t find many corks nowadays though.

    • @edwardfletcher7790
      @edwardfletcher7790 6 днів тому

      @@Oldnose63 I think that depends a lot on location. But it's correct as a general rule.
      Outside bushcraft, the corkscrew has little utility...

  • @AlexBurgueno
    @AlexBurgueno Рік тому

    My one hand Forester grip has combo blade. It was the common version here in México and mostly all America.

  • @Olyphoto7
    @Olyphoto7 Рік тому +2

    The corkscrew is a better option for bushcraft because it can be used to untie knots.
    I carry either the 91mm Huntsman or the 130mm RangerGrip 79.

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  Рік тому +1

      For me too! Thanks!

    • @escapetherace1943
      @escapetherace1943 10 місяців тому +2

      I disagree. You can easily tie knots that you can undo, or you can use the awl or a pick or something to undo a knot. The corkscrew is what RUINS 90% of victorinox knives.

    • @pugilist102
      @pugilist102 9 місяців тому +1

      I also disagree. You need a phillips to take care of your other outdoor gear. A SAK is a multitool and should include a phillips. I do like how the corkscrew can carry the mini screwdriver though.

  • @jelkel25
    @jelkel25 4 місяці тому

    If im going to be doing bushcraft type tasks id have a fixed blade and a smaller Victorinox like a Farmer or Camper. If I was hiking and camping, not staying anywhere long one of these knives would be great, the one on the right with red scales would be ideal, harder to loose and the tweezers to extract thorns.

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  4 місяці тому

      Great choices! Thanks for sharing!

  • @yaroslavlevanenko3481
    @yaroslavlevanenko3481 3 місяці тому

    Best is rangerdrip with saw. Big and poweful. Even 111mm forester for frendly picknik.

  • @carltonbirds
    @carltonbirds Рік тому

    Very lovely and the intro is inviting.

  • @ivandegrisogono3334
    @ivandegrisogono3334 7 місяців тому +1

    I prefer the Outrider and straight blade!

  • @martinjones215
    @martinjones215 4 місяці тому

    the bump in the one hand blade is in the way of the hand when the saw is being used. the trailmaster is better just for that. The serrated blade reduce the versatility of the main blade and the bump reduce the penetration. My experience... Thank you for share!

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  4 місяці тому +1

      Thanks for sharing your experience!

  • @charlesmckinney
    @charlesmckinney 8 місяців тому

    I like the Rangergrip78 but i also have a Huntsman too. I also have a one handed Trekker and an Alox Farmer.

  • @xMister.Misterx
    @xMister.Misterx 6 місяців тому

    I like the Forester. It has almost all the tools i would want for bushcraft. I still want the scissors but that’s not a big deal. If not the Forester then I’d choose the one on the left because i hate serrated blades and i would use the screwdriver to punch with in self-defense.

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  6 місяців тому +1

      Yes, I like it too! Thanks for watching!

  • @StevenSiew2
    @StevenSiew2 10 місяців тому

    The SAK Ranger has a metal file which can be used to get to hot items in the fire. Items like Trangia alcohol burner or any other metal objects without burning your hand(s).

  • @gorbash07
    @gorbash07 3 місяці тому

    You won't need a Philips screw driver out in the woods... I also find the straight blade better than the serrated one... I agree, a Forrester may be the better choice.

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  3 місяці тому

      Thanks for watching and your comment!

  • @matthewpittman2481
    @matthewpittman2481 Рік тому

    I prefer my OH Trekker for all-around utility, tho I also have a Soldier, Nomad, Outrider, and Adventurer in the 111mm line. I haven't had that much trouble using it for bushcrafting, i.e. carving feathersticks, cutting up food and cordage, sawing sticks for campcrafts. It's also handy around the house with the three screwdrivers, for minor repairs, and in the kitchen, where I still have plenty of cans and bottles to open! ;)

    • @matthewpittman2481
      @matthewpittman2481 Рік тому

      PS I've had this one for 19 years, so lots of practice with it!

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  Рік тому +1

      Nice! Thanks for sharing. Can't have too many SAKs!

  • @simonh6371
    @simonh6371 Рік тому

    Quality content as always, keep it coming bro! Here in the UK the Trailmaster is the designation for 2 types, the one you have (the black one) and the one-handed version. It's only the Soldier if it has those nylon grip scales in olive green and the date stamp on the blade tang. Also there is the German Army Knife which is the same except that it has smooth nylon scales with the German Eagle embossed on it. I opted for the Soldier as I like European issue and surplus gear but that's just me. In all honesty I reckon the straight blade is better.

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching and your regular comments. I think if they offered the Soldier in a straight edge option as well, it will sell well. The US Army version is similar as the GAK but for some reason is much more expensive.

    • @simonh6371
      @simonh6371 Рік тому

      @@urbanknifeguy I never saw the US version on sale, but with me it was a choice between the German and Swiss military issue versions. I prefer European military issue and surplus gear for bushcrafting and camping, mine is a mix of British, Dutch, German and Swiss kit.

  • @drxym
    @drxym 3 місяці тому

    I have the soldier knife and it's a nice knife though I wish it had tweezers in it since the civilian knifes in the same form factor manage it.

    • @Oldnose63
      @Oldnose63 6 днів тому

      I think you can buy new scales and tweezers and toothpick (and pen?) easily. I’m trying to find them now

  • @mikehoward8201
    @mikehoward8201 8 місяців тому

    My edc is the red scaled one hand opener. My only disappointment was the point on the blade. It could not poke open even a plastic bag the way it was made, so I took my Drexel tool and ground it so it has a sharp point. Otherwise, it is an ideal carry knife. With the ring on the end, I braided some fire paracord, so I have some cordage with it!

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  7 місяців тому +1

      I'm surprised the point was not sharp. A Dremel sounds a bit extreme though! Be careful with the blade!

    • @FranklinHicks-qs4gs
      @FranklinHicks-qs4gs 6 місяців тому

      Noooiiice. Barf

  • @TBEDC
    @TBEDC Рік тому

    Great vid!

  • @frederickharris4025
    @frederickharris4025 7 місяців тому

    I like the one handed forester I'm left handed and it's the first knife that looks like it was designed for a lefty

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  7 місяців тому

      Thanks for sharing! Yes I can understand that due to the position of the liner lock.

    • @FranklinHicks-qs4gs
      @FranklinHicks-qs4gs 6 місяців тому

      It wasnt

  • @madtownangler
    @madtownangler Рік тому

    You can always use a tweezers to get wood splinters out and I don't see a use for a screwdriver if you are out in the woods without any equipment so I would go with the black handled one plus you are able to put a Ferro rod in it just in case you forgot to bring matches or a lighter.

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  Рік тому

      Agreed. Look out for a video later this week that talks about some of the things you mentioned.

    • @user-ul5yu5hk9k
      @user-ul5yu5hk9k Рік тому

      Great review. I like the outrider model and also huntsman as well as Swiss champ.

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  Рік тому

      @@user-ul5yu5hk9k All very popular models! I've never handled the Outrider though.

  • @MrDDiRusso
    @MrDDiRusso Рік тому

    The 111mm ALPINEER Grip has a semi serrated blade and corkscrew but lacks the saw and screwdriver tools.

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  Рік тому

      Thanks. I think the saw is essential for bushcraft.

  • @TheTerryMarsh1
    @TheTerryMarsh1 Рік тому

    In the UK, the Huntsman SAK is the best option for camping and hiking. The main blade is less than 3 inches long, is not locking and is thus compliant with UK knife law.
    I guess the Huntsman is also lighter than the larger SAKs you mention.

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  Рік тому +1

      Fair enough! The huntsman is a great outdoor EDC! Thanks for sharing.

    • @pugilist102
      @pugilist102 9 місяців тому

      My only knock on the huntsman is that it has the corkscrew over the phillips. If you really are hunting, you may need that phillips to work on your gun.

    • @TheTerryMarsh1
      @TheTerryMarsh1 9 місяців тому +1

      @@pugilist102 in the UK, the vast majority of people will be camping and/or hiking, not hunting. Not many people own guns in the UK and of those who do, only a small minority hunt with them.

    • @pugilist102
      @pugilist102 9 місяців тому

      @@TheTerryMarsh1 True, though outdoor gear do have screws. In any case, the phillips is vastly more useful than the corkscrew.

    • @TheTerryMarsh1
      @TheTerryMarsh1 9 місяців тому

      ​@@pugilist102 each to his or her own! 😉

  • @alanjhornung7077
    @alanjhornung7077 Рік тому

    The Skipper and the Picnicker From 2003 catalog.

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  Рік тому

      That is retro! I have not handled any of them.

  • @ShihabdeentheCyclist
    @ShihabdeentheCyclist 11 місяців тому

    Trail master available with combo blade but it sucks when in a survival situation to re sharp the serrated edge

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  11 місяців тому

      Yes good point about sharpening a serrated blade outfield!

    • @devatwell334
      @devatwell334 5 місяців тому

      You could manage to sharpen the serrations off with a river stone if absolutely had to I'd say take few hours maybe less

  • @kritsharma2933
    @kritsharma2933 Рік тому

    I've got the soldiers knife and hacked the sides to add tweezers, toothpick and a pin

  • @sabinekatsavrias4422
    @sabinekatsavrias4422 Рік тому

    i have beenlooking at the two on the right but i want a straight edge knife with a screwdriver not a corkscrew... cuz like i dont think im gonna find any bottles that need opening in the bush

    • @Olyphoto7
      @Olyphoto7 Рік тому +1

      The corkscrew is very good for helping to untie knots, just an fyi. Also the can opener can be used on many Phillips head screws.

    • @sabinekatsavrias4422
      @sabinekatsavrias4422 Рік тому +1

      @@Olyphoto7 i wound up getting the one for the wine drinkers/knot undooers :P

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  Рік тому +2

      Look out for an upcoming video on this later in the week!

    • @Olyphoto7
      @Olyphoto7 Рік тому

      @@sabinekatsavrias4422 good call

  • @adrianjagmag
    @adrianjagmag Рік тому +1

    ...Locksmith :D

  • @socoileain
    @socoileain Місяць тому

    Skipper

  • @John-wo5bp
    @John-wo5bp Рік тому +4

    I has a solder knife I use for hunting but prefer my sak that is legal or my schrade barlow knife can't fault a sak they gets job done felix immler on youtube got me into them hes on youtube 👍🦊🐾🇬🇧

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  Рік тому +2

      Thanks! Yes, Felix is great!

    • @John-wo5bp
      @John-wo5bp Рік тому +1

      @@urbanknifeguy I concur I has one his books and Chris lubbceman little book of whittling I has 3 his books

    • @ricdonato4328
      @ricdonato4328 Рік тому

      @@John-wo5bp Hi, just a bit of English grammar assistance, it should read "I have", not "I has". Hope this helps you.

    • @John-wo5bp
      @John-wo5bp Рік тому +2

      @@ricdonato4328 I'm part Italian and has a learning disability hope that helps you 🦊🐾🇮🇹

  • @FranklinHicks-qs4gs
    @FranklinHicks-qs4gs 6 місяців тому

    Wheres the 131s bbooooooiiiii

  • @dyslectische
    @dyslectische 4 місяці тому

    Oke wy do not have the army knife not a cork ?
    Easy the army knife is make to maintain your gun .
    That is the reason it have philips on it .
    Reason the real army do not have a sawblade is easy (make for Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands)
    You do not need it .

    • @urbanknifeguy
      @urbanknifeguy  4 місяці тому

      Thanks for your thoughts! Have a great day!

    • @Oldnose63
      @Oldnose63 6 днів тому

      Hey now wait a minute: I have a Dutch army knife (10) and it has a saw… maybe there was a shortage and some time?

    • @dyslectische
      @dyslectische 6 днів тому

      @@Oldnose63 no you have models .
      The last model do not have it.
      The saw is replace for a knife speciale for Animal to strip the skin of and clean the bones.
      Model for that one do have a sawblade on it.
      Thare 1-4 model and i have the model 4.