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By Wild Turkey and my Limited Edition Damast #SAK3627 Farmer X Alox #Damast Limited Edition, And Alox Pioneer X.
Traditional Damascus steel, also known as Pattern Weld, Damascene, or Damast, was first produced over two thousand years ago. It has lived in legend and is referred to as the steel of the ancients.
Pattern welding is when different steels are stacked in a pattern into a block or billet, putting them together and holding them with a steel wire until the first weld is in place. The more intricate patterns are often layers of damascus that have been twisted or deformed in some way, cut and stacked in a manner that when welded together gives a very unique pattern to the finished blade.
The pieces are thinned out drastically, and then removed from the furnace where the blacksmith folds the steel over and over; most commonly you will have over 500 layers when the smith is done. The folding and adding of the layers are what makes the steel strong. The whole process is what causes the steel to be as great as it is.
Finally, after the blade of the Damascus knives are shaped, they are placed back into the furnace until it reaches a temperature of 1500 degrees. It is removed and is quenched in oil. The blade then needs to be tempered so it is heated back to 425 degrees for about 2 hours. After it cools, it is sanded with fine sandpaper and sharpened. The etching in the blade is done by using a mix of acid and water to eat away the softer metal revealing that Damascus steel look and feel.
"To me, photography is an art of observation.
It's about finding something interesting in an ordinary place...
I've found it has little to do with the things you see
and everything to do with the way you see them."
We were at Heatherbraes at Sallys Corner on our way home in Angela from the ACE 80th party at Julia's in Roseville on May 18, 2025.
See #318 on bighugelabs.com/scout.php
In all my 2-3 Million miles or kilometers of #FlickrSpelio #bushwalking, #SUSScaving, #WASGcaving, #RMLAIDForest life or #GSWANullarbor work, travel #roundAUstraliawithSpelio or in the UK or Europe in #Helga2004 , where I bought a #SAKTinker in Switzerland or in #mtus where I bought the #juiceS2, I never needed a #SAKedc or #Leatherman as I always had a couple of fully equipped toolboxes of #remotegearlist and a trusty #sheathknife....
With onscreen NOTES...... hover your mouse over the screen. you may have to refresh the page with a Crl+R or command+R first.
Victorinox Swiss Army Pocket Knife Spartan with 12 Functions, Red www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0001P15CG?ref_=pe_19115062_42960357... with $10 gift off...
Does anyone else visiting here use NOTES like this?
Post one!
Number 388 on Explore by Scout on BigHuge Labs
See a few For sale here.. www.houseofknives.com.au/apps/omega-search/?q=swiss%20army
And to sharpen the #edc #leatherman #juiceS2. I have an old razor shaving strop for putting an edge on my #victorinox #sak #Alox and #sakedc knives. #victorinoxknife #victorinoxalox #edcknife
See an interesting sak blog here..
leaf-vics.com/usefull-materials/victorinox-scale-crosses
NOW TO POST OUR COLLECTION OF KITCHEN KNIVES...
Secret tools and uses.. youtu.be/AMWcziJezLQ?si=es3aBLaQjrZSOD8T
They only had round ones with a hole covers in icing.
Swiss Army Knife Recommendations...
youtu.be/-BJsULkEIrk?si=AX-OvS6iMjZlknQ-
[https://www.flickr.com/photos/kramerdesignstudio]
In all my 2-3 million miles or kilometres of #FlickrSpelio #bushwalking, #SUSScaving, #WASGcaving, #RMLAIDForest life or #GSWANullarbor work, travel #roundAUstraliawithSpelio or in the UK or Europe in #Helga2004, where I bought a #SAKTinker in Switzerland or in #mtus, where I bought the #juiceS2, I never needed a #SAKedc or #Leathermanedc as I always had a couple of fully equipped toolboxes of #remotegearlist and a trusty #sheathknife.
Found the one with the corkscrew that I bought in Switzerland, on our walk from #Helga2004….. It has no hole for a pin!
(do a Ctrl+R to refresh if you can't see the NOTES on screen)
It has WAC scratched beside the corkscrew on the side panel to the reamer…
VICTORINOX Swiss Army Knife Tinker red Medium Pocket Knife 1.4603 Red 35060 IS 90mm long…
$38.80 on eBay….
The Victorinox Tinker is one of the most popular best Swiss army knives out there. People often use it as their EDC knife and they generally like the balance between its toolset and carry ability.
It’s 3.6” long and weighs 2.2 oz. Its toolset features 12 stainless steel pieces, including a large/small stainless steel blade, Phillips screwdriver, can opener with a small flat screwdriver, bottle opener with a large flat screwdriver & wire stripper, reamer, tweezers, toothpick, and a key ring.
The tools are packed into 2 layers, which gives it a slimmer appearance.
And see Classic SD Alox for the SAK now I have bought one on eBay, $49.95 smaller than I thought. 57mm long.. KRW 65,000
On its way, o4-03-23 arrived by Au Post 07-03-23 in slim envelope with a slip of a plastic case for the knife.
Now just received the #Alox 7.. 0.8150.26 27-06-23
Also shown here is my 1.3703 Climber red from Mister Minit Gungahlin 25/08/21 $69.75
This model would be nice...
www.ebay.com.au/itm/275699647039?_trkparms=amclksrc%3DITM...
The Swiss Army knife is a multi-tool pocketknife manufactured by Victorinox.[1] The term "Swiss Army knife" was coined by American soldiers after World War II after they had trouble pronouncing the German word "Offiziersmesser", meaning "officer’s knife".[2]
The Swiss Army knife generally has a drop-point main blade plus other blades and tools such as screwdrivers, a can opener, a saw blade, a pair of scissors, and many others. These are stowed inside the handle of the knife through a pivot point mechanism. The handle is traditionally a red color, with either a Victorinox or Wenger "cross" logo or, for Swiss military issue knives, the coat of arms of Switzerland. Other colors, textures, and shapes have appeared over the years.
Originating in Ibach, Switzerland, the Swiss Army knife was first produced in 1891 when the Karl Elsener company, which later became Victorinox, won the contract to produce the Swiss Army's Modell 1890 knife from the previous German manufacturer. In 1893, the Swiss cutlery company Paul Boéchat & Cie, which later became Wenger SA, received its first contract from the Swiss military to produce model 1890 knives; the two companies split the contract for provision of the knives from 1908 until Victorinox acquired Wenger in 2005. A cultural icon of Switzerland, both the design of the knife and its versatility have worldwide recognition.[3] The term "Swiss Army knife" has acquired usage as a figure of speech indicating extreme utility applicable to more or less any scenario at hand.
from en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Swiss_Army_knife
Tools and components
The Victorinox Swisschamp consists of 8 layers with 33 functions and weighs 185 g.
Wenger Giant
Victorinox Swisschamp XAVT
There are various models of the Swiss Army knife with different tool combinations.
Though Victorinox does not provide custom knives, they have produced many different variations to suit individual users,[11] with the Wenger company producing even more model variations. [12]
Common Main Layer Tools:
Large blade - With 'VICTORINOX SWISS MADE' tang stamp on Victorinox blades (since 2005) to verify the knife's authenticity
Small blade
Nail file / nail cleaner
Scissors
Wood saw
Metal file / metal saw with Nail file / nail cleaner /
Magnifying lens
Phillips screwdriver
Fish scaler / hook disgorger / ruler in cm and inches
Pliers / wire cutter / wire crimper
Can opener / 3 mm slotted screwdriver
Bottle opener / 6 mm slotted screwdriver / wire stripper
Other Main Layer Tools:
LED light
USB flash drive
Hoof cleaner
Shackle opener / marlinspike
Electrician's blade / wire scraper
Pruning blade
Pharmaceutical spatula (cuticle pusher)
Cyber Tool (bit driver)
Combination tool containing cap opener / can opener / 5 mm slotted screwdriver / wire stripper
Back Layer Tools:
Corkscrew or Phillips driver
Reamer or Awl
Is this the most useless tool..?
youtu.be/MzHAgtb0JhQ?si=CtMPDfge2xChQdmS
Multipurpose hook
2mm slotted screwdriver
Chisel
Mini screwdriver (designed to fit within the corkscrew)
Keyring
Scale Tools:
Tweezers
Toothpick
Pressurized ballpoint pen (with a retractable version on smaller models, and can be used to set DIP switches)
Stainless pin
Digital clock / alarm / timer / altimeter / thermometer / barometer
Rivets and flanged bushings made from brass hold all machined steel parts and other tools, separators and the scales together. The rivets are made by cutting and pointing appropriately sized bars of solid brass.
The separators between the tools have been made from aluminium alloy since 1951. This makes the knives lighter. Previously these separating layers were made of nickel-silver.[18]
The martensitic stainless steel alloy used for the cutting blades is optimized for high toughness and corrosion resistance and has a composition of 15% chromium, 0.60% silicon, 0.52% carbon, 0.50% molybdenum, and 0.45% manganese and is designated X55CrMo14 or DIN 1.4110 according to Victorinox.[19] After a hardening process at 1040 °C and annealing at 160 °C the blades achieve an average hardness of 56 HRC. This steel hardness is suitable for practical use and easy resharpening, but less than achieved in stainless steel alloys used for blades optimized for high wear resistance. According to Victorinox the martensitic stainless steel alloy used for the other parts is X39Cr13 (aka DIN 1.4031, AISI/ASTM 420) and for the springs X20Cr13 (aka DIN 1.4021, but still within AISI/ASTM 420).[20][21]
The steel used for the wood saws, scissors and nail files has a steel hardness of HRC 53, the screwdrivers, tin openers and awls have a hardness of HRC 52, and the corkscrew and springs have a hardness of HRC 49.[20][citation needed]
The metal saws and files, in addition to the special case hardening, are also subjected to a hard chromium plating process so that iron and steel can also be filed and cut.[18][22]
Also have the Tinker Red 1.4603 Resin Scales..
Secret tools and uses.. youtu.be/AMWcziJezLQ?si=es3aBLaQjrZSOD8T
youtube.com/shorts/VUC6Atz4Du0?si=XGAQPdm9w-CvzzIv
The venerable Swiss Army Knife (SAK for short) is a jack-of-all-trades everyday carry tool that enjoys an irreplaceable status in people's loadouts, even if they do not consider themselves part of the everyday carry community, thanks to the SAK's hallmark mix of valuable features and tools in a compact size. With over a century of experience making quality tools and knives, Victorinox and Wenger (the sole two authorized makers of the Swiss Army Knife since the 1890s, and the latter acquired by Victorinox in 2005) have hundreds of SAKs for you to choose from.
Victorinox created the original SAK to meet an Army officer's knife requirement in the Swiss military. Their practicality means they've become a preferred multi-tool for decades now. They've also become instantly recognizable even to someone unfamiliar with everyday carry. They carry a SAK because MacGyver had one on TV, and then there's the fabled green SAK pulled out of a safe deposit bank vault by Jason Bourne.
With all the options available, we'll focus on what makes for a good, compact SAK for everyday carry: a competent knife, one or more screwdrivers, a can or bottle opener, and other essentials like a pair of scissors, tweezers, or even a toothpick. Armed with that knowledge, you can research further on your own and decide what your first (or next) Swiss Army Knife should be.
This post was last updated on 12/26/2023.
In all my 2-3 Million miles or kilometers of #FlickrSpelio #bushwalking, #SUSScaving, #WASGcaving, #RMLAIDForest life or #GSWANullarbor work, travel #roundAUstraliawithSpelio or in the UK or Europe in #Helga2004 , where I bought a #SAKTinker in Switzerland or in #mtus where I bought the #juiceS2, I never needed a #SAKedc or #Leatherman as I always had a couple of fully equipped toolboxes of #remotegearlist and a trusty #sheathknife....
SAK Swiss Army Knife collection.
No.6 , the large 7 LOX see below.. then there is the small LEATHERMAN Juice S2... and Mary's nice little model with one blade and scissors always in her handbag..
All kept sharp on a very fine Natural ARKANSAS sharpening stone or old shaving strap piece!
Hinges with a little WD40.
The background is the cover of the E.Cornell photo album..
The Swiss Army knife is a multi-tool pocketknife manufactured by Victorinox.[1] The term "Swiss Army knife" was coined by American soldiers after World War II after they had trouble pronouncing the German word "Offiziersmesser", meaning "officer’s knife".[2]
See a selection review here on YouTube youtu.be/ta907Bh97lU?si=1mcI-DqXqEH6L4z3
The Swiss Army knife generally has a drop-point main blade plus other blades and tools such as screwdrivers, a can opener, a saw blade, a pair of scissors, and many others. These are stowed inside the handle of the knife through a pivot point mechanism. The handle is traditionally a red color, with either a Victorinox or Wenger "cross" logo or, for Swiss military issue knives, the coat of arms of Switzerland. Other colors, textures, and shapes have appeared over the years.
Originating in Ibach, Switzerland, the Swiss Army knife was first produced in 1891 when the Karl Elsener company, which later became Victorinox, won the contract to produce the Swiss Army's Modell 1890 knife from the previous German manufacturer. In 1893, the Swiss cutlery company Paul Boéchat & Cie, which later became Wenger SA, received its first contract from the Swiss military to produce model 1890 knives; the two companies split the contract for provision of the knives from 1908 until Victorinox acquired Wenger in 2005. A cultural icon of Switzerland, both the design of the knife and its versatility have worldwide recognition.[3] The term "Swiss Army knife" has acquired usage as a figure of speech indicating extreme utility applicable to more or less any scenario at hand.
from en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Swiss_Army_knife
Tools and components
The Victorinox Swisschamp consists of 8 layers with 33 functions and weighs 185 g.
Wenger Giant
Victorinox Swisschamp XAVT
There are various models of the Swiss Army knife with different tool combinations.
Though Victorinox does not provide custom knives, they have produced many different variations to suit individual users,[11] with the Wenger company producing even more model variations. [12]
Common Main Layer Tools:
Large blade - With 'VICTORINOX SWISS MADE' tang stamp on Victorinox blades (since 2005) to verify the knife's authenticity
Small blade
Nail file / nail cleaner
Scissors
Wood saw
Metal file / metal saw with Nail file / nail cleaner /
Magnifying lens
Phillips screwdriver
Fish scaler / hook disgorger / ruler in cm and inches
Pliers / wire cutter / wire crimper
Can opener / 3 mm slotted screwdriver
Bottle opener / 6 mm slotted screwdriver / wire stripper
Other Main Layer Tools:
LED light
USB flash drive
Hoof cleaner
Shackle opener / marlinspike
Electrician's blade / wire scraper
Pruning blade
Pharmaceutical spatula (cuticle pusher)
Cyber Tool (bit driver)
Combination tool containing cap opener / can opener / 5 mm slotted screwdriver / wire stripper
Back Layer Tools:
Corkscrew or Phillips driver
Reamer
Multipurpose hook
2mm slotted screwdriver
Chisel
Mini screwdriver (designed to fit within the corkscrew)
Keyring
Scale Tools:
Tweezers
Toothpick
Pressurized ballpoint pen (with a retractable version on smaller models, and can be used to set DIP switches)
Stainless pin
Digital clock / alarm / timer / altimeter / thermometer / barometer
Rivets and flanged bushings made from brass hold all machined steel parts and other tools, separators and the scales together. The rivets are made by cutting and pointing appropriately sized bars of solid brass.
The separators between the tools have been made from aluminium alloy since 1951. This makes the knives lighter. Previously these separating layers were made of nickel-silver.[18]
The martensitic stainless steel alloy used for the cutting blades is optimized for high toughness and corrosion resistance and has a composition of 15% chromium, 0.60% silicon, 0.52% carbon, 0.50% molybdenum, and 0.45% manganese and is designated X55CrMo14 or DIN 1.4110 according to Victorinox.[19] After a hardening process at 1040 °C and annealing at 160 °C the blades achieve an average hardness of 56 HRC. This steel hardness is suitable for practical use and easy resharpening, but less than achieved in stainless steel alloys used for blades optimized for high wear resistance. According to Victorinox the martensitic stainless steel alloy used for the other parts is X39Cr13 (aka DIN 1.4031, AISI/ASTM 420) and for the springs X20Cr13 (aka DIN 1.4021, but still within AISI/ASTM 420).[20][21]
The steel used for the wood saws, scissors and nail files has a steel hardness of HRC 53, the screwdrivers, tin openers and awls have a hardness of HRC 52, and the corkscrew and springs have a hardness of HRC 49.[20][citation needed]
The metal saws and files, in addition to the special case hardening, are also subjected to a hard chromium plating process so that iron and steel can also be filed and cut.[18][22]
See another video on selecting SAKs
youtu.be/rvi2Wk7Rp7w?si=Oo4JOlFi3S6yMQ-u
See a demo of the SAK Hook or Handel tool..
youtu.be/gIvBSISgRRc?si=irqiT5I3jR0I0Wxt
Why Women Don't Like Multitools (or Swiss Army Knives)
youtu.be/IpBbUNBIx0s?si=a8vh3-JKL6XOX6SE
Where the SAKs travel..
And a new banner message from Flickr....
www.flickr.com/year-in-review/2024/
using my CYGNETT "10,000mAh" 370Wh "ChargeUp Boost III 10k"
.. #SAKedcs maybe the #SAKHuntsman beside me…. and my latest #Damast my #Pioneer X 3627 of 7000 Limited Edition.. See #SAK3627
and one of a couple of #SAKClimber models..
See the Album for more!
[https://www.flickr.com/photos/kramerdesignstudio]
In all my 2-3 million miles or kilometres of #FlickrSpelio #bushwalking, #SUSScaving, #WASGcaving, #RMLAIDForest life or #GSWANullarbor work, travel #roundAUstraliawithSpelio or in the UK or Europe in #Helga2004, where I bought a #SAKTinker in Switzerland or in #mtus, where I bought the #juiceS2, I never needed a #SAKedc or #Leathermanedc as I always had a couple of fully equipped toolboxes of #remotegearlist and a trusty #sheathknife.
"To me, photography is an art of observation.
It's about finding something interesting in an ordinary place...
I've found it has little to do with the things you see
and everything to do with the way you see them."
And the Pioneer X Alox www.victorinox.com/global/en/Products/Swiss-Army-Knives/M...
YouTube review youtu.be/FJpHoepfaQI?si=THQTr_MMtub3HZOK
The ideal tool for precision cutting
Swiss made pocket knife with 9 functions and high-grade Alox scales
Includes scissors and a reamer, punch
Item number 0.8231.26
Height 15 mm
Length 93 mm
Weight 94 g
See a discussion of the awl tool.
www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Reamer
The celebrated Alox scales have reached a near cult status, thanks to their unique surface which is pleasing to both hand and eye. The appeal of Alox is in its merging of aesthetics with functionality – its attractive embossed surface make the knife both lightweight and easy to grip, and the hardened oxide layer helps to protect against damage and corrosion.
After being punched from aluminum and embossed, Alox scales go through a process called Eloxal which uses anodic oxidation to create a protective layer. It is this final layer which allows for the coloring of the scales.
Alox has a strong significance in the history of Victorinox. First introduced for the Pioneer knife in 1957, Alox was a key feature of the Soldier’s Knife which was redesigned in 1961 and used until 2008. Today, we issue a Classic pocketknife with Alox scales in a different color every year. These limited edition knives are highly sought-after by design aficionados and collectors, showing the true timeless appeal of this iconic material.
A YouTube review of the Alox SAK Pioneers..
youtu.be/p4pM7ld9rS8?si=VPzWa3LOcgDVkA-4
And youtu.be/mzocdFiXE98?si=i4h38t20xWYOL9fY
I just discovered a new use for the saw blade..
It works well to comb my moustache!! Just after a little trim it sweeps out loose hair... see #emergencycomb …..
Why NOT to buy an Alox Farmer X
See youtu.be/EMitw2TW1Vc?si=Ll7Aj24kDQ7QCas2
From Google Bard…
Victorinox makes Alox knives using a process called **deep drawing**. Deep drawing is a metal forming process that uses a punch and die to create a three-dimensional shape from a flat sheet of metal.
The first step in making an Alox knife is to cut a sheet of aluminum to the desired size. The sheet is then placed in a deep drawing die, which has the shape of the knife's handle. The punch is then pressed into the sheet, forcing it to conform to the shape of the die.
Once the handle is formed, the blade is inserted into the handle. The blade is held in place by a rivet, which is pressed into the handle. The rivet is then peened, which is a process of hammering it to expand it and lock it in place.
The final step is to anodize the knife. Anodizing is a process that creates a protective layer on the surface of the metal. This layer helps to protect the knife from corrosion and wear.
Here are the steps in more detail:
1. **Cutting the sheet metal:** The first step is to cut a sheet of aluminum to the desired size. The sheet is typically 0.8mm thick.
2. **Deep drawing the handle:** The next step is to deep draw the handle. This is done by placing the sheet metal in a deep drawing die and then pressing it into the shape of the die with a punch.
3. **Inserting the blade:** Once the handle is formed, the blade is inserted into the handle. The blade is held in place by a rivet, which is pressed into the handle.
4. **Peening the rivet:** The rivet is then peened, which is a process of hammering it to expand it and lock it in place.
5. **Anodizing the knife:** The final step is to anodize the knife. Anodizing is a process that creates a protective layer on the surface of the metal. This layer helps to protect the knife from corrosion and wear.
The Alox knife is a popular choice for EDC knives because it is durable, lightweight, and corrosion-resistant. The deep drawing process used to make Alox knives ensures that they are strong and reliable. The anodizing process also helps to protect the knives from the elements.
So bloody stiff and hard to open just to get the blade out...
Aaaarrrghhh
In all my 2-3 million miles or kilometres of #FlickrSpelio #bushwalking, #SUSScaving, #WASGcaving, #RMLAIDForest life or #GSWANullarbor work, travel #roundAUstraliawithSpelio or in the UK or Europe in #Helga2004, where I bought a #SAKTinker in Switzerland or in #mtus, where I bought the #juiceS2, I never needed a #SAKedc or #Leatherman as I always had a couple of fully equipped toolboxes of #remotegearlist and a trusty #sheathknife.
From the www.adventureshop.com.au Kirrawee NSW $39.00
I paid $49.95 from them on eBay!! "Free postage??"
0.6221.26 Swiss Army Knife from Victorinox
It travels #roundAustraliawithSpelio on my car keys..
In all my 2-3 Million miles or kilometers of #FlickrSpelio #bushwalking, #SUSScaving, #WASGcaving, #RMLAIDForest life or #GSWANullarbor work, travel #roundAUstraliawithSpelio or in the UK or Europe in #Helga2004 , where I bought a #SAKTinker in Switzerland or in #mtus where I purchased the #juiceS2, I never needed a #SAKedc or #Leatherman as I always a couple of fully equipped toolboxes of #remotegealist; and a trusty #sheathknife....
see www.victorinox.com/global/en/Products/Swiss-Army-Knives/A...
A testament to the Victorinox commitment to durability, strength and engineering, our Alox pocket knives showcase pioneering scales in form and functionality. Punched from embossed aluminum,(sic) the scales are then treated with a process known as ‘anodic oxidation’ to create an additional protective layer to prevent damage and corrosion. These pocket knives will go the distance, for years to come.
Rivets and flanged bushings made from brass hold all machined steel parts and other tools, separators and the scales together. The rivets are made by cutting and pointing appropriately sized bars of solid brass.
The separators between the tools have been made from aluminium alloy since 1951. This makes the knives lighter. Previously these separating layers were made of nickel-silver.[18]
The martensitic stainless steel alloy used for the cutting blades is optimized for high toughness and corrosion resistance and has a composition of 15% chromium, 0.60% silicon, 0.52% carbon, 0.50% molybdenum, and 0.45% manganese and is designated X55CrMo14 or DIN 1.4110 according to Victorinox.[19] After a hardening process at 1040 °C and annealing at 160 °C the blades achieve an average hardness of 56 HRC. This steel hardness is suitable for practical use and easy resharpening, but less than achieved in stainless steel alloys used for blades optimized for high wear resistance. According to Victorinox the martensitic stainless steel alloy used for the other parts is X39Cr13 (aka DIN 1.4031, AISI/ASTM 420) and for the springs X20Cr13 (aka DIN 1.4021, but still within AISI/ASTM 420).[20][21]
The steel used for the wood saws, scissors and nail files has a steel hardness of HRC 53, the screwdrivers, tin openers and awls have a hardness of HRC 52, and the corkscrew and springs have a hardness of HRC 49.[20][citation needed]
The metal saws and files, in addition to the special case hardening, are also subjected to a hard chromium plating process so that iron and steel can also be filed and cut.[18][22]
From Google Bard..
Victorinox makes Alox knives using a process called **deep drawing**. Deep drawing is a metal forming process that uses a punch and die to create a three-dimensional shape from a flat sheet of metal.
The first step in making an Alox knife is to cut a sheet of aluminum to the desired size. The sheet is then placed in a deep drawing die, which has the shape of the knife's handle. The punch is then pressed into the sheet, forcing it to conform to the shape of the die.
Once the handle is formed, the blade is inserted into the handle. The blade is held in place by a rivet, which is pressed into the handle. The rivet is then peened, which is a process of hammering it to expand it and lock it in place.
The final step is to anodize the knife. Anodizing is a process that creates a protective layer on the surface of the metal. This layer helps to protect the knife from corrosion and wear.
Here are the steps in more detail:
1. **Cutting the sheet metal:** The first step is to cut a sheet of aluminum to the desired size. The sheet is typically 0.8mm thick.
2. **Deep drawing the handle:** The next step is to deep draw the handle. This is done by placing the sheet metal in a deep drawing die and then pressing it into the shape of the die with a punch.
3. **Inserting the blade:** Once the handle is formed, the blade is inserted into the handle. The blade is held in place by a rivet, which is pressed into the handle.
4. **Peening the rivet:** The rivet is then peened, which is a process of hammering it to expand it and lock it in place.
5. **Anodizing the knife:** The final step is to anodize the knife. Anodizing is a process that creates a protective layer on the surface of the metal. This layer helps to protect the knife from corrosion and wear.
The Alox knife is a popular choice for EDC knives because it is durable, lightweight, and corrosion-resistant. The deep drawing process used to make Alox knives ensures that they are strong and reliable. The anodizing process also helps to protect the knives from the elements.
See an interesting sak blog here..
leaf-vics.com/usefull-materials/victorinox-scale-crosses
See another video on selecting SAKs
youtu.be/rvi2Wk7Rp7w?si=Oo4JOlFi3S6yMQ-u
see a demo of six Alox Swiss Army Knives here youtu.be/ofBP5Q67qvg?si=Wac4HD1PMdJLdpBT
Showing my Alox Minichamp, Classic Alox SD 0.6221.26 on my key chain and the new Classic Color Yellow SD..
see the recommendation here on YouTube… youtu.be/cRVr-8o916A?si=mC8Yf8RsrIPjDWO0
I was visiting Erwin today , no one was home so I followed the rough track down past the dam to Barbara's house till the dog barked and the horses moved a litle. I wandered round taking photos of the scenery and the dams then returned to the main house.
Later Erwin and Barb arrived and I gave Erwin the new bottle of American Honey. As i was going to show him the new Yellow Classic SD and the Alox Mini Champ I found they must have fallen out of my shirt pocket as I removed it on the track.
I searched back the 450m to the old Meters stove, see photo, and back to the house and around the garden and small dam and bench, B said she would keep a lookout. I returned along the track again to no avail. A further fruitless search back down the track and across the creek and a phone home to see if I had actually brought them!
I was about to leave dejected at my loss when E banged on his office window. Barb had found both the SAKs in the grass beside the track near the horse paddock.
I returned down the track to meet her coming up in the 4WD and she presented me with the two lost new Swiss Army SD knives.
Was I pleased ?.. So I returned home, picking up 16 king prawns and some Barra....
See a few For sale here.. www.houseofknives.com.au/apps/omega-search/?q=swiss%20army
On a trip down with Wayne from ACT Forests, years ago, in my pine coloured jumper my Mother-in-law knitted for me.
Concern for our National Parks along the East coast of Australia...
www.davesact.com/. See June 6th post, what happened to our respect for World Environment Day?
On the ABC Local radio ..
ABC Radio are running a program on getting your life back?
Moments in your life that were relaxing moments out of the rat race where you were "In the moment" rather than rushing and absorbed in a career or running a family, dashing to work, taking the kids to sport or filling up the car.
I thought of all the 1/125th sec moments at f5.6 that I have in my photo collection
I could select some of my 63,000 images for an album of "Moments in Life" then realised that 95% or so would be suitable.
Or at least most images in my "Favourites of my shots by others" might be suitable..
see www.flickr.com/photos/spelio/albums/72157624181511314
P7200034 #roundAustraliawithSpelio
This is very remote, and not for the faint hearted without proper maps, or GPS and remote gear.
The drive in #Smoky60Series from Zanthus to Balladonia is 185km and took us one half days in the dust. 35-37psi in the BFGoodrich tyres, which could have been at 30. See many onscreen NOTES..
I had worked all over this area in 1965 for several months and knew where we were!
See here for a shot of the GSWA Land Rover in a donga somewhere around Balladonia,,,,,
www.flickr.com/photos/spelio/4618161170/
We had a search once for the lost bus driver on the SUSS Nullarbor expedition in 1964, he had the sense to just walk South dragging a stick! You just head North or South and you will either hit the Trans Line or the Eyre Highway....
It is covered on the Hema GDT maps, plus we had the GA 1:250,000 maps of Australia on the laptop.
S31°18'23" E123°42'50"
another bush camp further SE www.flickr.com/photos/spelio/4710136249/in/photostream/
type Ctrl+F to search for items in the list!
see also www.exploroz.com/On_the_Road/Cooking_Equipment.aspx for Aussies
These comments are difficult to read and enjoy squashed up in the NEWUI BETA white text on black.. Read it all on an iPad in the meantime before Yahoo screw it up!
Now if you are lucky to have Fred or the NNPE, enjoy!
see some more outback tracks recommended by Australian Geographic Magazine, not much serious detail there though!
www.australiangeographic.com.au/travel/destinations/2014/...
Some 4WD travels web site adventures.net.au/About/about.php
Here is a list of gear and tips by Dossier 48... on wordpress.
dossier48.wordpress.com/other-stuff/
A comment on .. www.flickr.com/photos/something2see/15429939891/in/photos...
we carry enough fuel, diesel, for 1200km and several days... www.flickr.com/photos/spelio/5115389143/
Wheels tyres, water, tools, patches, winch, spade, tow rope, snatch strap, you name it!
Here is another extensive camp gear list...
familyfriendlyozcamping.com.au/extensive-camping-checklis...
See an RV Checklist here.. changingears.com/rv-checklist-inspection.shtml
In all my 2-3 million miles or kilometres of #FlickrSpelio #bushwalking, #SUSScaving, #WASGcaving, #RMLAIDForest life or #GSWANullarbor work, travel #roundAUstraliawithSpelio or in the UK or Europe in #Helga2004, where I bought a #SAKTinker in Switzerland or in #mtus, where I bought the #juiceS2, I never needed a #SAKedc or #Leatherman as I always had a couple of fully equipped toolboxes of #remotegearlist and a trusty #sheathknife.
Open Climber with scissors, tooth pick and twizzers . Bag or string hook , reamer etc...
My pickup from the sideboard as I leave the house with an edc.
About to be replaced with a new Hunter model…. June 2024
See the Mountain lookalike below..
This is the original Swiss Army Knife. Over 100 years later, each knife still possesses the DNA of its forefathers – inspired functionality and reliability. You'll still find in them the tools that mankind has always needed to get the job done over the years and we've added functionality for the needs of today, while staying true to their iconic roots. We still call them pocket knives, but they'll be spending a lot of time outside your pocket.
see www.victorinox.com/global/en/Products/Swiss-Army-Knives/M...
See an interesting sak blog here..
Single layer with blade and scissors. Three layer Pioneer X. Three-layer 58mm Mini Champ and Alox 7 Farmer
see my ultimate SAKAlox 4 layer
www.flickr.com/search/?text=damast+3627
see the recommendation here on YouTube… youtu.be/cRVr-8o916A?si=mC8Yf8RsrIPjDWO0
FOUR REASONS to NOT buy the Farmer X Alox 😱 #victorinox
youtu.be/EMitw2TW1Vc?si=OqZHCOtYNHhxCEJ0
youtu.be/ofBP5Q67qvg?si=8N3uQvSe3rCGYrUs
And the Pioneer X Alox www.victorinox.com/global/en/Products/Swiss-Army-Knives/M...
YouTube review youtu.be/FJpHoepfaQI?si=THQTr_MMtub3HZOK
The ideal tool for precision cutting
Swiss made pocket knife with 9 functions and high-grade Alox scales
Includes scissors and a reamer, punch
Item number 0.8231.26
Height 15 mm
Length 93 mm
Weight 94 g
See a discussion of the awl tool.
www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Reamer
The celebrated Alox scales have reached a near cult status, thanks to their unique surface which is pleasing to both hand and eye. The appeal of Alox is in its merging of aesthetics with functionality – its attractive embossed surface make the knife both lightweight and easy to grip, and the hardened oxide layer helps to protect against damage and corrosion.
After being punched from aluminum and embossed, Alox scales go through a process called Eloxal which uses anodic oxidation to create a protective layer. It is this final layer which allows for the coloring of the scales.
Alox has a strong significance in the history of Victorinox. First introduced for the Pioneer knife in 1957, Alox was a key feature of the Soldier’s Knife which was redesigned in 1961 and used until 2008. Today, we issue a Classic pocketknife with Alox scales in a different color every year. These limited edition knives are highly sought-after by design aficionados and collectors, showing the true timeless appeal of this iconic material.
A YouTube review of the Alox SAK Pioneers..
youtu.be/p4pM7ld9rS8?si=VPzWa3LOcgDVkA-4
And youtu.be/mzocdFiXE98?si=i4h38t20xWYOL9fY
I just discovered a new use for the saw blade..
It works well to comb my moustache!! Just after a little trim it sweeps out loose hair... see #emergencycomb …..
Why NOT to buy an Alox Farmer X
See youtu.be/EMitw2TW1Vc?si=Ll7Aj24kDQ7QCas2
From Google Bard…
Victorinox makes Alox knives using a process called **deep drawing**. Deep drawing is a metal forming process that uses a punch and die to create a three-dimensional shape from a flat sheet of metal.
The first step in making an Alox knife is to cut a sheet of aluminum to the desired size. The sheet is then placed in a deep drawing die, which has the shape of the knife's handle. The punch is then pressed into the sheet, forcing it to conform to the shape of the die.
Once the handle is formed, the blade is inserted into the handle. The blade is held in place by a rivet, which is pressed into the handle. The rivet is then peened, which is a process of hammering it to expand it and lock it in place.
The final step is to anodize the knife. Anodizing is a process that creates a protective layer on the surface of the metal. This layer helps to protect the knife from corrosion and wear.
Here are the steps in more detail:
1. **Cutting the sheet metal:** The first step is to cut a sheet of aluminum to the desired size. The sheet is typically 0.8mm thick.
2. **Deep drawing the handle:** The next step is to deep draw the handle. This is done by placing the sheet metal in a deep drawing die and then pressing it into the shape of the die with a punch.
3. **Inserting the blade:** Once the handle is formed, the blade is inserted into the handle. The blade is held in place by a rivet, which is pressed into the handle.
4. **Peening the rivet:** The rivet is then peened, which is a process of hammering it to expand it and lock it in place.
5. **Anodizing the knife:** The final step is to anodize the knife. Anodizing is a process that creates a protective layer on the surface of the metal. This layer helps to protect the knife from corrosion and wear.
The Alox knife is a popular choice for EDC knives because it is durable, lightweight, and corrosion-resistant. The deep drawing process used to make Alox knives ensures that they are strong and reliable. The anodizing process also helps to protect the knives from the elements.
Lit by 6x5 LEDs in a COB mounted on my JOBY in the kitchen.
with one of my #SAKedc s for scale and to prop it up.
See how they make the Swiss Army Knife..
www.victorinox.com/us/en/Swiss-Army-Knives/Information/Be...
Amazing craftsmanship…
One of 10 in Australia Farmer ALOX 2024 DAMAST LE
7000 in the world!
I will never use the can opener, maybe the bottle opener once on a special beer..
Will I use it as my EDC?
see chat on Windows Copilot copilot.microsoft.com/shares/UB4E1Y8DUph53ndzfrfXM
Let us introduce you to the 15th Damast Limited Edition. Aesthetically unique, this year’s incarnation, the Farmer X Alox Damast Limited Edition, fuses a Damasteel® blade with a rich dark brown tone scale. Featuring a unique dense twist pattern on the Damasteel®, it cuts a bold design profile. Limited to just 7,000 numbered pieces worldwide, this unique 10 Function Farmer X Alox is the ultimate addition to any collection.
Aesthetically unique, this year’s incarnation, the Farmer X Alox Damast Limited Edition, fuses a Damasteel® blade with a rich dark brown tone scale. Featuring a unique dense twist pattern on the Damasteel®, it cuts a bold design profile. Limited to just 7,000 numbered pieces worldwide, this unique 10 Function Farmer X Alox is the ultimate addition to any collection.
see victorinox.com.au/swiss-army-knives/farmer-x-alox-2024-da...
"The last Swiss Army Knife I buy!"
Five laptops and Mary... See screen NOTES....
ICE Pano and edit wall in Thumbs+
Z a few times or L key...
See www.flickr.com/groups/sixwordstory/ for more 6WS shots..
My office and my collection of "zot-between-them". The DELL is nearly past it but is an intel i7 with good sound, as good as the MacBook..
The acer Aspire 3 15 has crook sound, only an intel i3, but a full keyboard to do my TAX returns on PlanMaker spreadsheets.
The HP ProBook is getting old but runs the ThumbsPlus+ database to ALL my images and drives the SAMSUNG monitor.
The ebm is just WIN7 with a SCSI card & driver to the Polaroid 4000 scanner. Made up by the ebm shop just to run the scanner and seems to be lacking a few Windows features but can post to Flickr and with a 250Gb SSD card boots fast like the acer... and used to type all this and reply to comments on the dining room table, which was buried for a year under photo albums, books, stuff, lights, and #SAKedc and TAX returns but now cleared for a Xmas party last week... it is good enough for all that....
10243 pix wide Pano of 11 images each 6000 wide!
Paused for a coffee and a nice muffin.
The Three layer “Climber” #SAKedc from my Airpocket. #theairpocket
In Kippax.
Swiss Army Knife Recommendations...
Just needed another nice sharp knife around the house.. sitting beside my lounge chair at the moment. (now elsewhere) Next to the Leatherman Juice S2 which doesn’t have a toothpick or twizzers!
It has only one blade, a good one, and solid pair of scissors.
which you get at by opening the can-opener-bottle opener combo. No wire stripper or CORKSCREW!
It has a few screwdrivers and Phillips head
Now it is my #edc in the #theAirpocket... replaced in June 2024 by a new Explorer..
this is NOT the one bought in Switzerland with #Helga2004
A quote from a Fav post… Merely cutting out thin slices of life - with the blades of my aperture
. What and Where Is the Swiss one? In the kitchen... (see below in comments)
It has WAC scratched beside the corkscrew on the side panel to the reamer…
the new one has a Phillips head screwdriver, not a corkscrew.. Called The Tinker…
See new image below in comments, at end.
Now I have just bought another small one with a Phillips head screwdriver but no scissors for the handbag, leaving the one with scissors for the mail in the kitchen.. 30-12-22.
the Tinker..
FOR WORK & PLAY. Features (12) functions including: 2.45" blade, can opener, Phillips screwdriver, and reamer -- this versatile multi-tool will be ready for whatever you encounter on your travels.
DURABLE CONSTRUCTION. Swiss Made stainless steel construction encased in our traditional polished red ABS scales provides sleek durability.
COMPACT CARRY. Bring this slim, lightweight knife with you on your daily adventures without sacrificing space - Fits comfortably in a pocket or bag, making it the perfect addition to your everyday carry
KNIFE DIMENSIONS. Length: 3.6” (91mm), Height: 0.6”, Weight: 2.2 oz.
TRUSTED QUALITY. Made in Switzerland; Victorinox provides a lifetime guarantee against defects in material and workmanship. Making a lifetime commitment has never been so easy.
Victorinox Swiss Army Multi-Tool, Tinker Pocket Knife
Nice to have good sharp blades and a pair of scissors for #everydaycarry #edcknives from #victorinox #myvictorinoxedc hashtags on Instagram. #SAKAlox #SAKAloxFarmer
The red background is one of my Shakespeare volumes… a bedtime story about Swiss Army Knives youtu.be/-DpH6UR4Tzk?si=nETbcEV7thhfpd19
Alox and SAK history...
youtu.be/z31AngMLYQY?si=iUxzojjjOp2LyZtD
The Alox models, as well as being slightly longer, have thicker tools, and a stronger construction (wider rivets), than their 91mm cousins, additionally, the Alox handles are much tougher than Cellidor, so this family is designed for harder use than the Cellidor models. In fact, in the early days the Pioneer was known as the Sturdy Boy and even up until roughly 2017 the Pioneer series was labelled as the Sturdy Models on the Victorinox website.
From Google Bard…
Victorinox makes Alox knives using a process called **deep drawing**. Deep drawing is a metal forming process that uses a punch and die to create a three-dimensional shape from a flat sheet of metal.
The first step in making an Alox knife is to cut a sheet of aluminum to the desired size. The sheet is then placed in a deep drawing die, which has the shape of the knife's handle. The punch is then pressed into the sheet, forcing it to conform to the shape of the die.
Once the handle is formed, the blade is inserted into the handle. The blade is held in place by a rivet, which is pressed into the handle. The rivet is then peened, which is a process of hammering it to expand it and lock it in place.
The final step is to anodize the knife. Anodizing is a process that creates a protective layer on the surface of the metal. This layer helps to protect the knife from corrosion and wear.
Here are the steps in more detail:
1. **Cutting the sheet metal:** The first step is to cut a sheet of aluminum to the desired size. The sheet is typically 0.8mm thick.
2. **Deep drawing the handle:** The next step is to deep draw the handle. This is done by placing the sheet metal in a deep drawing die and then pressing it into the shape of the die with a punch.
3. **Inserting the blade:** Once the handle is formed, the blade is inserted into the handle. The blade is held in place by a rivet, which is pressed into the handle.
4. **Peening the rivet:** The rivet is then peened, which is a process of hammering it to expand it and lock it in place.
5. **Anodizing the knife:** The final step is to anodize the knife. Anodizing is a process that creates a protective layer on the surface of the metal. This layer helps to protect the knife from corrosion and wear.
The Alox knife is a popular choice for EDC knives because it is durable, lightweight, and corrosion-resistant. The deep drawing process used to make Alox knives ensures that they are strong and reliable. The anodizing process also helps to protect the knives from the elements.
Even more than my Leatherman Juice A2. Even has a small screwdriver wound into the corkscrew. Very difficult to open all the tools at once. Need to use the screwdriver from the #Alox7 to avoid breaking a thumbnail…
Not many medium to large knives have the file but this one does.
The nearest model with file with these features, plus a hook, is the Mountaineer, B-1.3743 which I added to my collection on my Victorinox Account.
See an interesting sak blog here..
On special from Amazon Au arrived after a couple of days 27th Sep 2024 have put a needle in the pinhole. Another handy small 2-layer #SAKedc to have around or in a pocket. 100647 on the toothpick…
Resting on the 4-layer #SAKHuntsman which has it all and the saw and scissors..
My #SAKTinker in the office has the Philips head driver (much more useful) instead of the now-useless corkscrew. Still has a pin...
Think I will use the Spartan in the office..
Re-do when the new 1.3713 arrives … see below!
Done, now have two Climbers, two Tinkers.
See on-screen NOTES
I just discovered a new use for the saw blade..
It works well to comb my moustache!! Or beard.. Just after a little trim it sweeps out loose hair...
see the YouTube comparison of all my knives youtu.be/-BJsULkEIrk?si=fykBYzi8dSDmK-By
bit.ly link for this post! www.bit.ly/49gvetx
See a list on Youtube… youtu.be/t_0WxKl4uag?si=q9_QwQwE0Iqx-a4L
a bedtime story about Swiss Army Knives youtu.be/-DpH6UR4Tzk?si=nETbcEV7thhfpd19
Why Women Don't Like Multitools (or Swiss Army Knives)
youtu.be/IpBbUNBIx0s?si=a8vh3-JKL6XOX6SE
In all my 2-3 Million miles or kilometers of #FlickrSpelio #bushwalking, #SUSScaving, #WASGcaving, #RMLAIDForest life or #GSWANullarbor work, travel #roundAUstraliawithSpelio or in the UK or Europe in #Helga2004 , where I bought a #SAKTinker in Switzerland or in #mtus where I purchased the #juiceS2, I never needed a #SAKedc or #Leatherman as I always a couple of fully equipped toolboxes of #remotegealist; and a trusty #sheathknife....
Parking for a few #SAKedc and #SAKAlox & my Limited Edition ... #SAK3627 with the #minichamp along the top....
Now over 70,100 images posted to Flickr…
ses #onscreenNOTES
Amazing craftsmanship…
One of 10 in Australia Farmer ALOX 2024 DAMAST LE
7000 in the world!
I will never use the can opener, maybe the bottle opener once on a special beer..
Will I use it as my EDC?
"The last Swiss Army Knife I will buy!"
There is another held up in Customs in Botany!
... #Alox Mini Champ!
Let us introduce you to the 15th Damast Limited Edition.
Aesthetically unique, this year’s incarnation, the Farmer X Alox Damast Limited Edition, fuses a Damasteel® blade with a rich dark brown tone scale. Featuring a unique dense twist pattern on the Damasteel®, it cuts a bold design profile. Limited to just 7,000 numbered pieces worldwide, this unique 10 Function Farmer X Alox is the ultimate addition to any collection.
see victorinox.com.au/swiss-army-knives/farmer-x-alox-2024-da...
On a small Arkansas stone from the BMR mapping and scribing days and a piece of old shaving strop,
citation auto-generated from Grammarly!
Search results. In Wikipedia. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:Search?go=Go&ns0=1&...
A razor strop or simply a strop (sometimes called a razor strap or strap) is a flexible strip of leather, canvas, denim fabric, balsa wood, or other soft material, used to straighten and polish the blade of a straight razor, a knife, or a woodworking tool such as a chisel. In many cases stropping re-aligns parts of the blade edge that have been bent out of alignment. In other cases, especially when abrasive polishing compound is used, stropping may remove a small amount of metal (functionally equivalent to lapping). Stropping can also burnish (i.e. push metal around on the blade…
A quote from a Fav post… Merely cutting out thin slices of life - with the blades of my aperture
We were at Heatherbraes at Sallys Corner on our way home in Angela from the ACE 80th party at Julia's in Roseville on May 18, 2025.
Red Gum, Australian Native Aged Malt
YouTube review youtu.be/FJpHoepfaQI?si=THQTr_MMtub3HZOK
The ideal tool for precision cutting
Swiss made pocket knife with 9 functions and high-grade Alox scales
Includes scissors and a reamer, punch
Item number 0.8231.26
Height 15 mm
Length 93 mm
Weight 94 g
See a discussion of the awl tool.
www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Reamer
The celebrated Alox scales have reached a near cult status, thanks to their unique surface which is pleasing to both hand and eye. The appeal of Alox is in its merging of aesthetics with functionality – its attractive embossed surface make the knife both lightweight and easy to grip, and the hardened oxide layer helps to protect against damage and corrosion.
After being punched from aluminum and embossed, Alox scales go through a process called Eloxal which uses anodic oxidation to create a protective layer. It is this final layer which allows for the coloring of the scales.
Alox has a strong significance in the history of Victorinox. First introduced for the Pioneer knife in 1957, Alox was a key feature of the Soldier’s Knife which was redesigned in 1961 and used until 2008. Today, we issue a Classic pocketknife with Alox scales in a different color every year. These limited edition knives are highly sought-after by design aficionados and collectors, showing the true timeless appeal of this iconic material.
A YouTube review of the Alox SAK Pioneers..
youtu.be/p4pM7ld9rS8?si=VPzWa3LOcgDVkA-4
And youtu.be/mzocdFiXE98?si=i4h38t20xWYOL9fY
I just discovered a new use for the saw blade..
It works well to comb my moustache!! Just after a little trim it sweeps out loose hair... see #emergencycomb …..
Why NOT to buy an Alox Farmer X
See youtu.be/EMitw2TW1Vc?si=Ll7Aj24kDQ7QCas2
From Google Bard…
Victorinox makes Alox knives using a process called **deep drawing**. Deep drawing is a metal forming process that uses a punch and die to create a three-dimensional shape from a flat sheet of metal.
The first step in making an Alox knife is to cut a sheet of aluminum to the desired size. The sheet is then placed in a deep drawing die, which has the shape of the knife's handle. The punch is then pressed into the sheet, forcing it to conform to the shape of the die.
Once the handle is formed, the blade is inserted into the handle. The blade is held in place by a rivet, which is pressed into the handle. The rivet is then peened, which is a process of hammering it to expand it and lock it in place.
The final step is to anodize the knife. Anodizing is a process that creates a protective layer on the surface of the metal. This layer helps to protect the knife from corrosion and wear.
Here are the steps in more detail:
1. **Cutting the sheet metal:** The first step is to cut a sheet of aluminum to the desired size. The sheet is typically 0.8mm thick.
2. **Deep drawing the handle:** The next step is to deep draw the handle. This is done by placing the sheet metal in a deep drawing die and then pressing it into the shape of the die with a punch.
3. **Inserting the blade:** Once the handle is formed, the blade is inserted into the handle. The blade is held in place by a rivet, which is pressed into the handle.
4. **Peening the rivet:** The rivet is then peened, which is a process of hammering it to expand it and lock it in place.
5. **Anodizing the knife:** The final step is to anodize the knife. Anodizing is a process that creates a protective layer on the surface of the metal. This layer helps to protect the knife from corrosion and wear.
The Alox knife is a popular choice for EDC knives because it is durable, lightweight, and corrosion-resistant. The deep drawing process used to make Alox knives ensures that they are strong and reliable. The anodizing process also helps to protect the knives from the elements.
see victorinox.com.au/search.php?search_query=pioneer%20alox%...
Choosing a 4 layer #SAKedc video..
Victorinox Farmer X Alox Swiss Army Knife 0.8271.26 - The Best SAK of All Time for EDC?!
youtu.be/bjZ-pOOfwRU?si=nMw8WoajoEUOLrfY
youtu.be/G6_aMwG6v-Q?si=nkRmMP2DHZvlrmTQ
And more. youtu.be/fM1Yiwu5hvc?si=hqx8l_bUpozIy8x3
The Pioneer X is the first Pioneer Swiss Army Knife ever to feature a pair of precision scissors. They're perfect for opening packages, snipping string, clipping out articles and so much more. They make an excellent addition to a pocket knife that already includes a versatile steel blade, a sharpened reamer and a host of other functions. And you'll find them all in the same beautifully designed, remarkably durable and exceptionally resilient package that so many people have come to love.
Tools ….large blade scissors reamer, punch can opener screwdriver 3 mm bottle opener screwdriver 7.5 mm wire stripper key ring
Biscuits at Crawley Camera Club - when the packet is hard to open my Swiss Army Knife comes into its own :)
From the very useful edc JS80 jumpstarter. It never go a chance to start #Smoky60Series but has done the Corolla a couple of times.
Made in China now, bloody hell, what next… got this one after a gentle prompt, “Her in-doors” , didn’t mind if I collected another, so for my new #sakedc in my airpocket will be this 4 layer with all the tools I may need including the very useful magnifying lens. Especially handy while shopping and avoiding those foreign imported products from China…
Just found out from Google that CH is not short for China, but....
Why is ch the symbol for Switzerland?
See a YouTube demo of this fine edc. youtu.be/N_2egBgKJ-Q?si=aLyZaEatkh1MJ2-A
And youtu.be/oFEQR9HJ2oE?si=MWMKPbrHOUa_tgkx
The Helvetii, a Celtic tribe who battled Julius Caesar, gave their name to the Swiss territory. The Latin name for the country, Helvetia, still appears on Swiss stamps. The letters CH appearing on Swiss cars and in internet addresses stand for the Latin words Confoederatio Helvetica, meaning Swiss Confederation.1 May 2017
Checking in to my emails and there was one from Amazon telling me my parcel had been delivered.
Opened it with my Alox 7 pruning knife and admired the finish, & tools, especially the magnifying lens. Then took this shot and then off to the office and set up my collection of SAKs and took a set of photos with the a6000 and a few iPhone shots through the legs of the tripod...
Spent the rest of the day adding NOTES, comments, links and images to Groups...
New name I just heard on YouTube..
youtu.be/4rEdxMNNEHo?si=yUAqYaDcZLZGt2-S
Cellidor Scales
Weighs 100gm
YouTube review of the Explorer
In Classic SD Colors Not Made in China! #0.6223.8G. Even comes with usual toothpick and tweezers.. and fine Scissors and nailfile and blade.. Better than any of my Leatherman #mulitool…
Classic SD Colours
$49.95 on the Victorinox Site.. victorinox.com.au/small-pocket-knives/
Order #250-8279305-7663068
Victorinox Swiss Army Pocket Knife Classic SD with 7 Functions, Sunny Side $37.95 FREE Prime delivery from Amazon Au
www.amazon.com.au/dp/B092DXJTQ6?ref_=pe_19115062_42960357...
See a few For sale here.. www.houseofknives.com.au/apps/omega-search/?q=swiss%20army
"Time For A Snack" "flickr Lounge"
With my #SAKalox #SAKedc
Mushrooms have been in the news lately, June-July 2025 in Australia
0.8150.26 on the www.Victorinox.com
The Alox models, as well as being slightly longer, have thicker tools, and a stronger construction (wider rivets), than their 91mm cousins, additionally, the Alox handles are much tougher than Cellidor, so this family is designed for harder use than the Cellidor models. In fact, in the early days the Pioneer was known as the Sturdy Boy and even up until roughly 2017 the Pioneer series was labelled as the Sturdy Models on the Victorinox website.
YouTube review youtu.be/FJpHoepfaQI?si=THQTr_MMtub3HZOK
The ideal tool for precision cutting
Swiss made pocket knife with 9 functions and high-grade Alox scales
Includes scissors and a reamer, punch
Item number 0.8231.26
Height 15 mm
Length 93 mm
Weight 94 g
See a discussion of the awl tool.
www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Reamer
The celebrated Alox scales have reached a near cult status, thanks to their unique surface which is pleasing to both hand and eye. The appeal of Alox is in its merging of aesthetics with functionality – its attractive embossed surface make the knife both lightweight and easy to grip, and the hardened oxide layer helps to protect against damage and corrosion.
After being punched from aluminum and embossed, Alox scales go through a process called Eloxal which uses anodic oxidation to create a protective layer. It is this final layer which allows for the coloring of the scales.
Alox has a strong significance in the history of Victorinox. First introduced for the Pioneer knife in 1957, Alox was a key feature of the Soldier’s Knife which was redesigned in 1961 and used until 2008. Today, we issue a Classic pocketknife with Alox scales in a different color every year. These limited edition knives are highly sought-after by design aficionados and collectors, showing the true timeless appeal of this iconic material.
A YouTube review of the Alox SAK Pioneers..
youtu.be/p4pM7ld9rS8?si=VPzWa3LOcgDVkA-4
And youtu.be/mzocdFiXE98?si=i4h38t20xWYOL9fY
I just discovered a new use for the saw blade..
It works well to comb my moustache!! Just after a little trim it sweeps out loose hair... see #emergencycomb …..
Why NOT to buy an Alox Farmer X
See youtu.be/EMitw2TW1Vc?si=Ll7Aj24kDQ7QCas2
From Google Bard…
Victorinox makes Alox knives using a process called **deep drawing**. Deep drawing is a metal forming process that uses a punch and die to create a three-dimensional shape from a flat sheet of metal.
The first step in making an Alox knife is to cut a sheet of aluminum to the desired size. The sheet is then placed in a deep drawing die, which has the shape of the knife's handle. The punch is then pressed into the sheet, forcing it to conform to the shape of the die.
Once the handle is formed, the blade is inserted into the handle. The blade is held in place by a rivet, which is pressed into the handle. The rivet is then peened, which is a process of hammering it to expand it and lock it in place.
The final step is to anodize the knife. Anodizing is a process that creates a protective layer on the surface of the metal. This layer helps to protect the knife from corrosion and wear.
Here are the steps in more detail:
1. **Cutting the sheet metal:** The first step is to cut a sheet of aluminum to the desired size. The sheet is typically 0.8mm thick.
2. **Deep drawing the handle:** The next step is to deep draw the handle. This is done by placing the sheet metal in a deep drawing die and then pressing it into the shape of the die with a punch.
3. **Inserting the blade:** Once the handle is formed, the blade is inserted into the handle. The blade is held in place by a rivet, which is pressed into the handle.
4. **Peening the rivet:** The rivet is then peened, which is a process of hammering it to expand it and lock it in place.
5. **Anodizing the knife:** The final step is to anodize the knife. Anodizing is a process that creates a protective layer on the surface of the metal. This layer helps to protect the knife from corrosion and wear.
The Alox knife is a popular choice for EDC knives because it is durable, lightweight, and corrosion-resistant. The deep drawing process used to make Alox knives ensures that they are strong and reliable. The anodizing process also helps to protect the knives from the elements.
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At the warm and comfortable Form1 Expresso in Gungahlin.
I wrap the #SAKedc in this cloth while carrying in my #EDC #theAirpocket so the red scales are not damaged by my #LeathermanJuice #JuiceS2 or the phone charger battery pack...
See the Youtube Review by Jon Gadget.
Some pricey models on display, sorry shopkeepers, we all go to Amazon…
The Leatherman Wave plus
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Disappointing reproduction of the Alox scales!
... #SAK3627
[https://www.flickr.com/photos/kramerdesignstudio]
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A pair of Alox #SAKedc #edc by Victorinox.
Played around in the Flickr editor with the Sliders.
Gamma -17
Saturation 19
Contrast 8
Highlights 100
Sharpness 5
0.8150.26 & 0.8231.26 on the www.Victorinox.com
And the Pioneer X Alox www.victorinox.com/global/en/Products/Swiss-Army-Knives/M...
YouTube review youtu.be/FJpHoepfaQI?si=THQTr_MMtub3HZOK
The ideal tool for precision cutting
Swiss made pocket knife with 9 functions and high-grade Alox scales
Includes scissors and a reamer, punch
Item number 0.8231.26
Height 15 mm
Length 93 mm
Weight 94 g
See a discussion of the awl tool.
www.sakwiki.com/tiki-index.php?page=Reamer
The celebrated Alox scales have reached a near cult status, thanks to their unique surface which is pleasing to both hand and eye. The appeal of Alox is in its merging of aesthetics with functionality – its attractive embossed surface make the knife both lightweight and easy to grip, and the hardened oxide layer helps to protect against damage and corrosion.
After being punched from aluminum and embossed, Alox scales go through a process called Eloxal which uses anodic oxidation to create a protective layer. It is this final layer which allows for the coloring of the scales.
Alox has a strong significance in the history of Victorinox. First introduced for the Pioneer knife in 1957, Alox was a key feature of the Soldier’s Knife which was redesigned in 1961 and used until 2008. Today, we issue a Classic pocketknife with Alox scales in a different color every year. These limited edition knives are highly sought-after by design aficionados and collectors, showing the true timeless appeal of this iconic material.
A YouTube review of the Alox SAK Pioneers..
youtu.be/p4pM7ld9rS8?si=VPzWa3LOcgDVkA-4
And youtu.be/mzocdFiXE98?si=i4h38t20xWYOL9fY
I just discovered a new use for the saw blade..
It works well to comb my moustache!! Just after a little trim it sweeps out loose hair... see #emergencycomb …..
Why NOT to buy an Alox Farmer X
See youtu.be/EMitw2TW1Vc?si=Ll7Aj24kDQ7QCas2
From Google Bard…
Victorinox makes Alox knives using a process called **deep drawing**. Deep drawing is a metal forming process that uses a punch and die to create a three-dimensional shape from a flat sheet of metal.
The first step in making an Alox knife is to cut a sheet of aluminum to the desired size. The sheet is then placed in a deep drawing die, which has the shape of the knife's handle. The punch is then pressed into the sheet, forcing it to conform to the shape of the die.
Once the handle is formed, the blade is inserted into the handle. The blade is held in place by a rivet, which is pressed into the handle. The rivet is then peened, which is a process of hammering it to expand it and lock it in place.
The final step is to anodize the knife. Anodizing is a process that creates a protective layer on the surface of the metal. This layer helps to protect the knife from corrosion and wear.
Here are the steps in more detail:
1. **Cutting the sheet metal:** The first step is to cut a sheet of aluminum to the desired size. The sheet is typically 0.8mm thick.
2. **Deep drawing the handle:** The next step is to deep draw the handle. This is done by placing the sheet metal in a deep drawing die and then pressing it into the shape of the die with a punch.
3. **Inserting the blade:** Once the handle is formed, the blade is inserted into the handle. The blade is held in place by a rivet, which is pressed into the handle.
4. **Peening the rivet:** The rivet is then peened, which is a process of hammering it to expand it and lock it in place.
5. **Anodizing the knife:** The final step is to anodize the knife. Anodizing is a process that creates a protective layer on the surface of the metal. This layer helps to protect the knife from corrosion and wear.
The Alox knife is a popular choice for EDC knives because it is durable, lightweight, and corrosion-resistant. The deep drawing process used to make Alox knives ensures that they are strong and reliable. The anodizing process also helps to protect the knives from the elements.
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Below is a clip from leatherman.com.au/products/rebar%C2%AE-stainless?_pos=1&a...
The REBAR model, with 17 tools, that I didn't get!
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$235 at Michael’s Key and Gift in Gungahlin Market Place $206.95 at Leatherman....
$170.46 on Amazon....
www.amazon.com.au/dp/B007ERHM5S?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt...
Imports from Germany may differ from local products.
The Leatherman SURGE..
leatherman.com.au/collections/multi-tools/products/surge-...
Which only gains scissors over the REBAR..
My model missed out on the FILE for some reason, instead of the extra 420HC knife,,,
Now I have the new one with the metal file and easier to open.. 30/05/25
I needed the #SAKedcclimber to open all the tools on the Rebar.
In all my 2-3 million miles or kilometres of #FlickrSpelio #bushwalking, #SUSScaving, #WASGcaving, #RMLAIDForest life or #GSWANullarbor work, travel #roundAUstraliawithSpelio or in the UK or Europe in #Helga2004, where I bought a #SAKTinker in Switzerland or in #mtus, where I bought the #juiceS2, I never needed a #SAKedc or #Leatherman as I always had a couple of fully equipped toolboxes of #remotegearlist and a trusty #sheathknife.
I had to order another after a refund from Amazon. 23/7/24 p60 Accounts book...
I disputed this with WestPac, the girl in Qld had not heard of the Bank of New South Wales!!!
The Westpac App suggested calling 1300 490 152
Try it!!!!
Shipped 01-08-24 $83.89 first time then $110.68 and then Amazon will refund the difference when I phone them..
the Red scales MiniChamp model... $110 at Victorinox Australia
Key Features,
18 functions
It's a little knife with big ambitions. With no less than 18 functions packed into a slim profile that easily slips into your pocket, the MiniChamp pocket knife is the champion among small knives. Keep it with you all day long and you won't even notice it's there. That is until duty calls, and then the MiniChamp is at your service. Pull it out and win the day.
Tools
blade
scissors
nail file
nail cleaner
cuticle pusher never needed on!
screwdriver
ruler (cm)
ruler (inches)
emergency blade (letter opener)
orange peeler
scraper
bottle opener
magnetic Phillips screwdriver
wire stripper
key ring
tweezers
toothpick
pressurized ballpoint pen
Dimensions
Item number: 35111
Factory code: 0.6385
Height: 15 mm
Length: 58 mm
Weight: 45 g
Details
see the recommendation here on YouTube… youtu.be/cRVr-8o916A?si=mC8Yf8RsrIPjDWO0