Victorinox Headquarters, Ibach, Switzerland To know more, do read: The History of Victorinox and the Swiss Army Knife. Victorinox pocket knives are marketed as ‘Original Swiss Army Knife’ and they own this trademark. However, the world over, this multi-featured pocket tool is simply known as the ‘Swiss Army Knife’. So no matter what your requirement is, you will probably find a SAK with all the tools you need. Apart from the quality, the main reason for the popularity of the SAK is that it is found in a myriad of sizes and configurations. SAKs became popular when they were also marketed to the general public. Since then, it has become the only manufacturer of multi-purpose pocket knives for the Swiss Army. Later, Victorinox took over Wenger and merged it with itself. Earlier, Victorinox used to share this contract with another Swiss company called Wenger. Swiss Army Knives (or SAKs) are so called because these pocket knives are officially supplied to the Swiss Army for use. Why Are Victorinox Pocket Knives called SAKs? Victoria is the name of Karl Elsener’s mother, and the word ‘inox’ is the French term for stainless steel. Well, it is a combination of two words: ‘victoria’, and ‘inox’. People all over the world know Victorinox because they are the only manufacturers of the multi-tool popularly known as the ‘ Swiss Army Knife’ (or in short, SAK).Ĭurious what the word ‘Victorinox’ means? You would love to have a multi-tool from one of these brands in your pocket or belt to handle the variety of little problems on the road or in the house that life throws at you every day. Here, we look at some of the most well-known brands in the multi-tool industry that have made a name for themselves in design, quality, and craftsmanship. While some of these brands have been in this business for decades (and centuries), some are pretty new but have progressed by leaps and bounds in this vibrant industry. These are the brands that are leading the market. There are some crap ones found in the market that may leave you stranded.Īs far as designing and manufacturing a multi-tool is concerned, there are some companies that have always done it better than the others. What an incredible piece of engineering they are! The way they fit so many tools in such a small space, and how you can do so much with them, have always been intriguing to me.īut all multi-tools are not made the same way. I have always been fascinated by multi-tools.

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