Compelling Pocket Knife for $30 (Roxon KS2)
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- Опубліковано 10 чер 2024
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Roxon KS2
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Victorinox Fieldmaster
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Roxon is very nice, but no way a Victorinox killer not even close. Victorinox has its own style far superior on the eyes, and top notch mirrored implements, Victorinox will always be in a class of its own.
Of course..but doesn't mean Victorinox should remain complacent
I agree completely, looks like it would sit like a brick in pocket
@Maxlvledc because if they did, they would be Leatherman
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@@maxlvledcI agree with your point, but Victorinox imo could stay complacent and still be superior its just one of those tools like a fine wine.
I just bought this thing to have something with good scissors that's smaller than the phantom, and after receiving it today, the pics, and videos don't do it justice. This thing is beautifully designed, and mine was tight as a button. My 4mm bit kit from the phantom works perfectly on top the phillips head tool, and I've customized it for my needs. Top notch. I've owned lots of tiny EDCs as well as various victoriknox, leatherman, gerber, tools for backup at work. This is now the backup. Great job roxon.
Good stuff! What tool does it backup?
I have two swiss army soldiers knives , they are without doubt the best knife I've ever carried, especially for work. Love your videos man 👍
I have carried a SUper Tinker for decades, and the steel these blades are made from is forever. They never get any rust growing on them. It also fits the pocket real well, and the scissors are excellent. I trim my fingernails quite well with them, punch air holes in the bottom of my dogs food cans with the phillips, shave with the big blade and cut everything else with the small blade. The Super Tinker has been made and sold for many decades and the steel is, as I said, outstanding.
Got mine today, wanted something with a pocket clip, some good tools and amazing scissors for the summer. Love the g10 scales and overall the easy of use. Definitely gotta keep an eye on roxon for the future
The scissors sold me! I putter in my garden a lot. These seem a perfect pocket tool for me for dead-heading and sniping; any simple cuttings, etc.
Love your videos. I just picked up a leatherman free P2 and have really been enjoying it. It’s my first plier-based multitool. My main edc is still my super tinker though. Can’t beat that thing
I’ve never found better multi tool than the Leatherman line of products. They last forever.
When I met thr Roxon folks at SHOT, this is their tool I kept going back to look at! Great tool!
*In 2014 at Menard's, I bought a Leatherman Wingman for $9. Menard's stopped carrying Leatherman brand and had a deep closeout. I went back the next day and bought the last one. I love that it isn't too big, it's ergonomic and has a pocket clip. I prefer that over a belt holster. I think I got the deal of the century.
Nice review. I like the way the features / components were compared then the way the tools were arranged by cost.
That roxon is so cool! Never seen a multi tool with that type of design and I love it!! Great review!
I've had the Roxon Phantasy for.. Oh it must be 8 years now. It's incredible. I use the utility knife/box cutter the most for work, but switch out to the clip point blade for day to day use. Only 2 issues, one of which is a good thing, and the other I have fixed. That being the lock on the liner lock where it touches the swappable blades easily grinds away from the friction of opening and closing the knife repeatedly. I can now hold it by the blade while its closed and flick it open, but it still stays closed and I dont worry of it opening by mistake. The other is that the 2 nubs for the locks to take the handle apart stick out juuust a bit from the handle, so they catch on stuff and I have often had one end unlock and mess up the opening action. I used to clip it to my belt loop so it was exposed, and catching on stuff. Now I've made a leather sheath for it, so only the bottom lock is exposed but is now no longer touching anything because of positioning. Highly recommend, if they still sell it.
Awesome video man one of the best comparison videos I have seen on pocket friendly multi tools. Great job.
i bought one ... i really like mine... i had wanted scissors and knife with screw driver but alternative to swiss army knife but less expensive then leatherman..... mine didnt have the play in the blade like yours did and it came quite sharp on all blades ..... thank you for what you do my guy it helps me make decisions watching yours among others presentations
I have the Roxon S501 (Knife and Scissors) and am pleased with it. I also have a Victorinox Super Tinker. I put the Roxon KS2 in my wishlist alongside the Leatherman Free T4
My favorite edc ever, is my 111mm victorinox forester, i got over 20 other multitools and knives and some other victorinox, but the one that goes to my pocket is my 111mm victorinox, just perfect
Got a ROXON S802 Phantom and absolutely LOVES their replaceable blade system. It's just amazing. I also own Roxon S502 Phantasy which can use the same replaceable blades! Mind blowing!
I saw these I didn't really think twice about it I know this video is older but thanks for the info... I'm still trying to catch up with all your videos😂
I'v EDCed my Swiss Champ since 1985. It has saved my bacon many times !
My first knive was a Victorinox pocket knife. And that’s almost 60 years ago. Unfortunately I lost it over the time but not my trust in that brand. Today I own a bunch of of them. But quite frankly, one would be enough😉! I love them!
Your EDC knowledge is very helpful. EDC is important. I can't see anyone not carrying something. Good choice. Starter
While I own and really like Leatherman tools that I purchased when I was single… now being a single income family man, future purchases will more than likely be Roxon.
Roxon is making some of the best multitools ive seen in years... I wish this exact platform had a set of pliers and maybe a fire steel and this would be the GOAT...
Pocket clips on the same side as the blade can help with reducing/eliminating hot spots. My real concern with the pocket clip placement is that the blade isn't resting against the rest edge of the pocket, so it could theoretically open in pocket if the retention isn't good enough
Victorinox is still the #1 pocket knife brand in my opinion. But I am also emotionally invested. My dad gave me my first SAK when I was in my early teens. This was 30 years ago. I still have that knife.
Still, it’s good that other companies come up with new ideas. Even if you are Victorinox, and have 150+ years of experience and expertise and a eich history: That’s no reason to rest on your laurels, no matter how well deserved they were.
I got the Roxon KS (knife scissors) years ago and I have to say it's one of the best most practical designs on a little pocket tool I've ever seen. All it needs is a steel quality upgrade and it's a lifer. It cost me about 18 USD? Clearly I got it for the lols. But it's been so handy in my household. Gets used all the time to open packaging so much so it's literally got a spot on a shelf by the front door.
No quality issues on it like this. And a completely unique design that no one else is doing.
Definitely check that out!
I have had three of those. When you get a good one it's outstanding. I lost my first one and had to replace it the second one was total crap, no quality control. The same after the one I bought to replace that, so after two attempts I just gave up and figured they'd given up on quality control.
Received mine in the March sale and thankfully didn’t have any such play or looseness in the blade (or anywhere else). A really solid little item.
The tweezers are located inside the scissor handle that you open up. Nice little effective use of storage.
Been carrying and using it quite a bit recently and the steel is holding up rather well. Definitely a step up in these Chinese multitool materials - the polishing and general wear is much improved from the previous bead-blasted Roxon tool steel.
My T4 free's blade took a lot of getting use to. It was much harder to get it out 1 handed than most knives I have ever used. After using it for a while I got use to operating it one handed.
Roxon now makes an elite version of this tool with D2 steel on the blade for $38.00 and it also includes the bit set. I just received it, and it looks like a winner!
Useful and informative. I'm going to consider the Roxon.
Very interesting offering from Roxon! I would really love to see these types of tools offered with non-blade options as well, or the ability to replace the blade with something else (easily). I always feel like the blades on these tools are just barely "good enough" and I will typically just go to my pocket knife. It would just be great to have another tool instead of another knife at times, especially when trying to keep my pockets light.
So true you know if Gerber made an Armbar drive with locking driver and no blade I'd buy it in an instant as there are very very few affordable bit drivers out there. Carried with a Spyderco (in my case the Urban as my country doesn't allow me to EDC a locking blade) and Knipex Cobra XS that would be a great little toolset.
roxon has the s802 phantom with replaceable blade ...i seen one of the blade packs had a comb and ruler if i remember correctly
Yes but your only saying that because you're highly intelligent and gave a few seconds thought 💭!!! You must remember that most of the planetary population are extremely ignorant masses!!!! And easily amazed by (ooooo its got a knife 🗡 blade in it) !!!! Didn't mean any harm just food for 💭 thought 💭.
The big scissors are super cool, but it'd be nice to have an option where the knife is scissors and the scissors are pliers. Still a pretty good loadout selection
I feel the same way about the blade , I carry better cutter Id rather have the tool
Roxon is a game changer into budget segment
I do love the look of those scissors.
2:05 Not a great start...I totally agree. Thank your sincerity! I appreciate this video especially for the very sharp enlargements that highlight both the flaws and merits of this Roxon.
I like the square boxy look of the Roxon.
Thank you for this thorough review.
Two things that bothered me about the featured tool were that the pocket clip seems a little too small and all those screws. I just imagine that at least once a month I’d have to tighten all the screws up.
A most interesting, thought-provoking video! This Roxon KS2 reminds me of Ruike M42, though they make a smaller M32 for about a tenner less. I'm in the UK, so perhaps Ruike isn't being sold in the US. Still, it holds a great many tools similar to your Roxon. I suppose it's a matter of price and requirements. At home one of my daughters finds her Roxon scissors and blade very useful. I think she said of paying about £20 for it and 2 years later the scissors still cut well as its blade.
I bought the LM Surge for the scissors (mostly). These scissors sell it for me. I bought the LM Style PS for the tweezers and the scissors in a smaller package - and this has the tweezers. My other fav tool to have out and about to get things done is the awl - this one looks pretty damn good. Think I'm sold! Great review thx.
Amazing $20.00 knifes all day long that's a great find. GOD-BLESS.
Excellent review! Will check out your other content. Thank you
Cant beat the feeling of the swing lock on the Leatherman free
Cool tool, please do more reviews like this!😊
This is a cool knife, I did just buy a knife by True that has the exact same features except mine has a tanto tip and the knife opening is extremely smooth and easy to open. Love the vids man
Interesting, new brand for me, so many brands out there coming up with something to compete with Victorinox and Leatherman, its good , because it shows how good this two brands is, the more you know how confident i am stuck to just these brands, i wear Victorinox in my pocket, use it every day, my Leatherman is in my inventory toolbox.
I got an expensive Leatherman over a decade ago...The tool opened out to use the pliers which was good...Unfortunately they broke...I think the pliers were made of a soft metal and one side broke off in use...The grip teeth also wore down quickly on the pliers which I noticed...I was done with Leatherman after that sub-standard and expensive tool...I have used Victorinox for 40 years with no issues other than the plastic grips needing to be re-glued...The tin opener design is the best I have seen in pocket knives...It's really good...I bought many of them over the years as gifts for friends and family members...
I love these knives And the multi tool this company puts out. I love how the blades can interchange and if you break a blade. You can always just carry extras to either replace a broken or Double blade. Also the designer of the block song must be left handed because I always have to move the pocket clips to the other side
Us left handers deserve our own tools!
If you think about the system they use to deploy the tools, and not only on the blade, it will make sense why the pocket clip is where it is. The pocket clip would render impossible, or way difficult to use the push/pull for deploying or unlocking the tools.
that looks pretty cool. Could you use a dremel on the scale to make some space to get better access? or is there metal frame that prevents that?
Its fun listening to knife people making up scenarios where they can use the knife even though those scenarios will never happen.
Usually some companies will put the knife (when it has a thumb pin) toward the clip so it sits facing the inside of the pocket and prevents accidental openings
Nice! I am not in love with the rectangle shape, but this is good. Big fan of the deploying nub. Those scissors are sweet, I like the tool set, good catch with the pocket clip too. And the price is right. I think I'll get this one.
Is that a MagConnect on that SAK? I just got two this morning! :D
I got an older roxxon before people started reviewing them, I carry the mini knipex pliers and a knife so I wanted something primarily with scissors and roxxon delivered. The knife on the multitool I got sucks to use, but it has similar scissors and they are amazing. I was using them mostly to cut electrical tape (because tearing it off can be difficult/dangerous in some scenarios) and have since switched to carrying klein sheers, but if I had a use for the other tools and I just wanted to carry one thing - roxxon is very compelling.
My first impression was how it looked similar to the Lockdown series from Gerber. The Lockdown Driver and Lockdown Pry both have similar shapes and tools to this Roxon. Personally I very much enjoy my Lockdown, especially out in the field or in the shoot house. So this Roxon is definitely worth a look.
I have two Roxons. One has just a blade and that excellent pair of scissors. Also one that has interchangeable blades. Quite impressed. I'll look for this one. I do already have a collection of SAKs and LMs, but I think the new Free stuff is an expensive joke. I like the Juice series.
Victorinox is super high quality, no contest with any of the others in quality of the steel, guaranteed.
Still rocking my M3 for the scissors.👍🏻
Thx a lot, it does help me in choosing..
Roxon has really stepped it up lately.
the pocket clip orientation is very good for people of left-handedness orientation
I like the shape and deployments
I love my Roxon KS2. I love the form factor and the quality of the tools. It's THE BEST multitool at its price point.
By the way, the tweezers are hidden in the handle of the scissors.
I love the tool selection. I often find with victorinox is the combination of tools that I actually want is never in one unit, it's always like 3 tools I'd never use and one or two that I love.
I'd love company to offer a choose your combo.
Wow! I’m impressed! Do they make anything with a small, precision flat head? I’ve got a Leatherman Micra that has one, but the scissors and knife aren’t the greatest.
Happy with my Victorinox CyberTool 41
I edc the free t4 because I really prefer a locking blade and use almost daily the large flat driver. Have to say I love the scissors on the roxon. The only negative I see on the t4 is the scissors. I’ve tried to tinker with mine to improve them with no luck.
I just bought x2 Victorinox Farmer X multitools. The scissors of Swiss Army are brilliant, and I find the reamer very useful.
Fun fact: there's a pair of tweezers in the scissor handle!
I haven't used it much yet, but I quite like mine. Can confirm, awesome scissors, which was a big part of the draw for me. Mine actually came with zero play in the blade; maybe you got (un)lucky with quality control, or if it was a common thing, they may have already addressed it, or maybe I got lucky lol. The blades thumb stud could use some more texture. I find myself slipping off it and bumping the knife edge frequently. The Phillips is a little too small for #2 screws, and I'd like to see a design like the Victorinox inline phillips, but the way they squeeze a 3D head in there with the awl/reamer is excellent. I'd rather see a large flathead than the openers, and maybe a larger file or something in place of the saw. Just not sure I'm likely to have this tool in a situation where I'd need a (tiny) saw.
Those scissors are amazing!
Thank you for this video. Subscribed.
I want the Rexon. Wish it came with pliers, even if it was heavier.
Victorinox has its own class.
Nice review and probably going to buy as the clip and knife are just where I want them. I wear a pen on my right front pocket, so my knife goes in my left front pocket. The way this clip is set is where I move my clips to, so I don't get stabbed accidentally.
I've been debating about getting this but I'm not sure. I've been carrying the Leatherman Curl and Bond. I love them both the slip joints are very sturdy. HUGE Leatherman fan but I like the look of the Roxon KS2 for a plier less tool. Rectangular and boxy. Bigger isn't always better. I find the Wave/ Curl style scissors very handy. I think something in that size would be much more suitable for the Roxon KS2. The G10 scales are nice. I like Victorinox but I'm a huge plier fan. Never owned a Victorinox Swisstool but really find the pliers, the best feature of my Leatherman Tools. The T4 is good but not for $70. My Bond is much more appealing in the $60 price range, for the money.
The curl is very very goof. I would carry that Instagram
There is a tweezers.....go look for it! There is also a (sold separately) hex and driver set that attaches to the philips, makes for more versatility. Pretty well thought-out piece of kit.
Intressting, have to try them for a longer time. I use my victorinox in second generation, so my victorinox works every day since 1951. Hard challenge for roxon.
I have a different Roxon with just the scissors and a blade. The scissors are great to start out, but get messed up fairly quickly. I've had mine for about a year and have only used it to cut cord and occasionally prune tomatoes. Nothing that should be nicking the scissors, but they are are starting to not cut well due to all the nicks. The blade doesn't hold an edge very long either. So both are probably made of fairly soft material. Better to pay a little more and get something that will hold an edge. The blade on mine also has that play you showed. I've tightened everything up and still it wobbles. Yes it's cheaper in most cases, and the scissors are nice for a while, but I'm looking for something better...
This might make the knife a bit too long, but I'd love to see they put their exchangeable blade in this tool.
The bladeplay is a no-go. Got a Ganzo multitool which had no issues at all !
Thirty second in the wobbly blade ended it for me. Thanks for saving me so much time. Still got a like.
Pretty neat, man. I really dig the shape. Too bad I've no use for a pair of scissors
Victorinox all the way, I pocket one for the last 20 years, they are great edc knifes.
The Bundeswehr even issues it.
I'm interested in the elite/D2 version, and if they've made any improvements to fit and finish. This is a very nice toolset. Especially if you need killer scissors. And locking tools.
From a few videos I've seen, Roxon looks like the Sofirn of multitools. I ordered a different one (M3?), but I might get this one too.
Been carrying mine for a couple weeks in off time
Scissors have a removable screw as opposed to the ks
Really like the action
Feels light but haven’t had any issues yet
Holy crap that thing looks great
I had to click to see this VictoriaKnox killer! It's a big shoe to fill in my opinion just because I think Swiss army knifes are some of the highest quality in a knife multi-tool you can get.
Looks like it would be easy to make some homemade scales for this
honestly, for me victorinox is a little bit overglorified. I mean, yeah, they are great, they can withstand a lot compared to other multitools, but if you are starting to abuse them then they die just as easily, so i would prefer something cheaper but somewhat close by quality and repairability. Not to mention Roxon probably the only one in the industry who makes such large scissors! And for me they are much more usefull in large size than smaller ones. And althow i havent tried their KS2, im currently using their phantom s802, wich is also comes with their scissors and same blade, both of which are feeling great! (I dont use them to scrape of wood or something like that, but cutting rubber, insolation, food, cardboard and plastic and the blade is fine! )
what's compelling about it, and what specifically does it compel you to?
i like that blackone very much ... (nothing can beat victorinox in their perfection thoug)
Roxon makes some possible Leatherman competition budget options with their (modular!) multitools, but swiss army knives are so light, good looking, inexpensive and high quality. Just straight up classics. I'd put a washer in the main blade and carry this, but I'm thinking I'm content with my victorinox huntsman or s18 which is like a Wenger style field master.
I’ve had my Vic mutlitool for nearly 30 years and still going strong so I’ve gotten my value’s worth out of it. Sure a $30 dollar tool doesn’t have last as long for you to get your value’s worth but the reliability of my Victorinox can’t be understated.
I just ordered one of these and should get it tomorrow. I own a lot of other Roxon tools and none have disappointed me! I actually own three out of the four tools you show here. They all have great tool sets. I love the G10 (if that is what it is) on the Roxon. As far as weight goes I really do not care. These are small tools and the slight difference in weight will make no difference to me really. Thanks for the video!
It is G10 for sure
I’m 60 years old I have a victornox that is 50+ years old and it’s been used believe me . I have many different ones in my draw. I will tell you how much I enjoy these tools. I give them to friends and family as presents. They are a true tool and I have seen many people say what you claim and they have all failed. It’s just another knife that no one will know in a couple of years.
I mention the longevity of vic as well, hard to beat
Victorinox has been around and perfected their tools for over 150 years. I've been using their pocket knives since 1960. They are the "Rolex" of pocket knives and you can't go wrong with them for quality and price. I've tried others and NOTHING matches the quality of a Swiss Army knife. They also last forever if treated with care. I still use one of my older models which is 40 years old. It's still like new and I take it with everywhere.
Your going to Love today's video then.
I’ve got such an affection for Swiss Army knives despite owning some beautiful premium steel folders. If I had to only pick one single edc for the rest of my days the choice would be as easy as pie at least for me. And it will always be Swiss Army ❤
Hello, The tweezers are on the handle of the scissors
Very good review and comparison with other multipurpose knives
Hi, lately Roxon has great designs, just needs little more refinement. I know in US you can get cheap SAKs second hand, and if you are patient you send it to Victorinox and they'll make it new, that's what they've done with my Handyman, free of charge, I just paid to ship it. And I found it 20 years ago, didn't buy it. With my Free P2 I've had same issue with opening the blade, so I've loosened the spring and it worked. I've sold it now and just got MX Clip, I love it. Cheers 👍
Women will LOVE this if ROXON make them colorful fun/cute as they love scissors but they need to make it curvaceous just make sure to keep the scissors, nail file and a package opener.
Women are 50% of the market and tend to buy more yet generally don't carry multitools because they aren't cute/fun and if they are they use nail nicks which bugger up nails that took them effort.
My dad had his Victorinox knife for over 40 years and since his passing I've been using it for a further 4 years... it's still pristine and the only part of it that's visibly used is the blade as it's been sharpened so many times that the blade is probably 3mm narrower than it originally was. Can you honestly see these new knives lasting for 40-50+ years?
Victorinox is still the most reliable tool. The scissor is so precise and it can trim nail so well. No other multitool scissor can do that.
I still carry other multitool though with SAK, nextool flagship mini just because the small plier is really handy for a bit more leverage on daily basis work
When buying a new knife the last thing I would not want to do is start by tightening up faster on the knife . That wobble on the blade, you pointed out about washer placement. Curious why they're own qualified inspection team would miss that. But interesting knife I must say.