From humble beginnings in Switzerland, Swiss Army Knives are more popular today than ever before. The name has a rich and interesting history.

From humble beginnings in Switzerland, Swiss Army Knives are more popular today than ever before. The name has a rich and interesting history. It was coined by the American military personnel, who were unable to pronounce its German name “Offiziersmesser,” meaning “officer’s knife.” These knives are also called Victorinox Swiss Army Knives. They can easily be recognized from the cross emblem.

Swiss Army Knives are multipurpose tools with a number of features screwed into one compact unit. The principle design is that of a basic pocket knife where the blade can be folded and unfolded. Apart from a knife, there are other tools attached through a common pivot. They all stow into the handle. These include scissors, screwdriver, tweezers and toothpick. Victorinox Swiss Army Knives handles are traditionally red in color.

To keep up with changing trends among collectors of Swiss Army Knives, the manufacturer has come up with more innovative knives. To give these knives more appeal especially among urban youngsters, some tools were added. Good examples are the corkscrew and bottle openers. Victorinox Swiss Army Knives are now available in a wide range of colors to suit different tastes.

Among all the Swiss Army knives in production, the Swiss Champ is probably the most critical. Its different models range from 20 to 80 functions. Among its amazing functions include:- a saw, barometer, ball point pen and a scalper for removing fish scales. Victorinox Swiss Army Knives are worthy collector’s items apart from being handy tools.

Wenger Swiss Army Knives produced by the Wenger Company which is a division of Victorinox. Originally Swiss Army Knives were meant for the Swiss military. Due to its popularity, a second company known as Wenger began producing the same. Eventually, it was acquired by Victorinox following intervention by the Swiss government. Since then, the two companies have produced and sold these knives hence the names Victorinox Swiss Army Knives and Wenger Swiss Army Knives.

In UK, the products are sold and distributed by Wenger Swiss Army Knives UK. The knives can also be given as gifts. In so doing, you need to know beforehand the likes of the person you are gifting. Custom made Swiss Army Knives can be made with the name of a company or individual you wish to recognize. There are two ways to have these names. One could have them printed or engraved. Engraving leaves a permanent mark. A printed name may fade away after a few weeks of usage.

Though there may be other companies producing knives and calling them Swiss Army Knives, the trademark is wholly owned by Victorinox and its subsidiary, Wenger. Victorinox Swiss Army Knives do have different accessories and tools. It depends on the model you wish to buy. Some are basic knives while others are loaded with tools. The best way to shop for Victorinox Swiss Army Knives is to establish which accessories and tools are necessary. This way you will save on costs and own a knife that will serve you well.

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