Victorinox Swiss Army Ranger Pocket Knife Reviews

• Best of the Victorinox Line!

  
  By AH5LRUAFO44F0 on 2005-06-23
  I have always wanted a Swiss Army Knife, probably because I watched too much Macgyver. I ordered the Swiss Champ from Amazon (Which has the best bargain anywhere!) and forgot how big it was. When I got it I was kind of overwhelmed and knew it wouldn't be carried around in my pocket all the time. It is definitely more of a Multi Tool than a pocket Knife. So I looked around and it was a choice between the Ranger and the Craftsman. They are basically the same except that the Ranger has a corkscrew and the Craftsman has a Philips Head screwdriver instead plus the pliers. I really didn't find it necessary to have a set of pliers plus, most Philips head screws can easily be screwed in by a flat head anyway. The pliers would have added a few more millimeters and might have made the knife feel too wide. The Ranger is a great all around tool and not too big for my average sized hands.
  
  

• A great set of tools in one

  
  By A1EQBSXV3VGA8R on 2005-11-24
  I have always wanted a Swiss army knife because I used to watch MacGuyver on tv as a kid. Just looking at this marvel of a tool shows you that you could practically do anything with it. I have to say when I first opened the box and looked at this Swiss army knife,it looked to nice to even to use. This Swiss army knife also smells like a serious tool. Fresh out of the box this Swiss army knife reminds me of a freshly cleaned and oiled firearm. I love this Swiss army knife. This is a very high quality made tool. I am sure this Swiss army knife will come in handy many times in the future.
  
  

• A well thought out selection of tools on this model

  
  By A32GO2DUORG295 on 2006-02-07
  The Ranger is with one exception, the same exact knife model that has been sent up for 20 years on Space shuttle missions as NASA issue. That difference is it has a corkscrew, replacing the phillips screwdriver in the same location on the knife, all other things are the same. They called the model with the phillips "Master Craftsman" and is no longer made.
  The Ranger will handle a lot of different tasks with its tool set. It is even equipped to saw through metal, and wood. A truly
  versatile knife worthy of the MacGiver in you life, or yourself.
  And a good balance between size/weight/abilities.Its alot in one small package.
  
  
  

• Good utility Knife

  
  By A167HFBQ20ARJU on 2005-10-26
  Sharp blades and usable tools except for the parcel hook which I could live without. Would like knife better in slightly smaller size. Three and a half inch length fairly bulky.
  
  

• This is the one to have...

  
  By ASJM06UII9SRU on 2006-07-11
  ...if like me and Mcgyver you find that a versatile tool always available can make a quick fix around the office, campground, on multi day river trips ,or whenever .People who know me are always calling on "McGyver" to come to their rescue with this tool!! I have had to just order a 3rd one due to loss or theft of previous ones because without this knife I almost feel naked and powerless!Have carried this model for countless years and use it practilly daily.
  
  
• Never failed me!
  By A1TTPTUP16O4BI on 2007-01-24
  I've always had this swiss army knife on every camping/hiking trip I took for the past 8 years. It is a great tool to have around, very sturdy, and gets the job done.
  
  
• They forgot how to make a nail file
  By A3AVAVJKZINTNL on 2006-08-17
  I've had Swiss Army knives in the past that had super fingernail files on them. This one will not file anything.
  
  
• swiss knife
  By A2MNAKXKRPQ3SZ on 2007-03-15
  I was able to avail of the Swiss Army Ranger Knife as a promo last december. However, when it arrived, the red cover of the knife was deformed such that the tweezer and the toothpick were trapped in the contortion. Ir was a disappointment!!!
  
  Just the same all the other tools in the knife were working even if the case was badly mangled. I wondered if that was the reason it was offered at such a cheap price. But for $3.00 it was not bad....
  
  
• Swiss Army Ranger Pocket Knife
  By A3U95FF1PJW5G8 on 2007-03-08
  If I have my pants on, this knife is in the pocket. I have just replaced the Ranger that I have carried since I was In Viet Nam, with a new one, thought I would treat myself. I couldn't do without it.
  
  
• You asked for it ...
  By AD31Q5LL8O8BT on 2007-05-13
  The Swiss army knife doesn't need my introduction. It is a world famous pocket tool of impeccable quality and I believe this model sells for about USD 45-50 in retail stores. I bought them to serve as gifts to my boys.
  Your price was excellent and your delivery swift. I am happy with my purchase.
  Your humble customer, G. K.
  
  
• Good Knife
  By A2DCYLL3YMWM0O on 2007-01-18
  I use this knife to make a lockhole on a door. it is fast that I cut wood from door with this knife. And I often use tweezer, that's very good.
  
  
• Its a Swiss Army Knife - of course its great.
  By A36MFQXT26KYTO on 2007-02-15
  Probably the 5th or 6th I've bought. They always work just fine, are strong and reliable. The only problem is selecting the right model for what I do. The answer to this is to buy a couple of different ones. This one can do both metal and wood cutting, so it really fits the bill for me.
  
  
  
  
• small but very useful and excellent quality knife
  By A25K0FWK5HQ39J on 2007-04-11
  I'm very impressed by high quality Swiss Army Ranger Knife. It is a very good small but extremely helpful tool in your pocket...
  
  
• Wow
  By A31AKXUO3FYRN6 on 2007-04-20
  I can't imaging not having this knife now. I use it just about every day.
  
  
• Got dude gift? The dudes abide!
  By A6Q35N4EAOWG8 on 2008-02-12
  My family consist of many guys, and my Christmas travel entails many airport metal detectors. So when this knife went on a Goldbox Lightening Deal a couple years ago, I had them delivered directly to my Mom's where I later wrapped them individually. It certainly was like Christmas in the "atta gal!" and high 5's from the guys opening these gizmos; you certainly can't lose. :] Even if they have something similar, a "spare" will always be appreciated. Just get enough to go around, or there could be hurt feelings!
  
  
• Like having a compact set of superfingers
  By ADX9USTFDEHF3 on 2008-06-28
  I've had my Swiss Army Ranger since February '08 and I must say it's one of the best gifts I've ever given myself, certainly the best thing I've bought on Amazon. Just some of the many uses I've found for it: I use the screwdrivers to tighten up screws on my laptop weekly, the sewing needle eye/leather awl for an art project which involved hole-punching carboard and threading the holes. The large knife used to pry up a metal sticker on my university-issued laptop which used some industrial adhesive, and the chisel to scrape off the remaining glue. The hole punch/leather awl to put extra holes in the ankle straps on a pair of sandals so I could tighten them. The nail file I use almost daily, also the small knife which is a handy envelope/box opener. Did I mention how awesome it is to have those handy supersharp scissors? Great for a quick manicure on the go. The metal hook is fascinating...I haven't used it yet but I have a feeling the day will come that I'll be more than grateful that it's there. Same with the saw, which I think outdoors-y people would get greater use from. Can/bottle openers I use more for their screwdrivers. I didn't find the corkscrew that efficient (it broke the cork twice) but I feel like you have to practice with it.
  
  The only drawback I would attribute to the Ranger is its weight, which is understandable considering all it comes with but makes it kinda cumbersome for a keychain accessory, which I use it as. It's damn heavy, and when carrying a small handbag I usually take it off my keys but then it's greatly missed. I would suggest a smaller SAK for an everyday keychain, like the Super Tinker or Classic. The Ranger is heavy duty. I also wish it had a Phillips screwdriver, but with the larger SAKs there's always going to be tools you wish it came with to replace the ones you could live without.
  
  Overall, a masterpiece in practical design, with thousands of uses. Just be wary of how heavy it is if you plan to carry it on a keychain.
  
  
• Typical Victorinox quality and construction
  By A1UHTJ2NZ0IYJH on 2006-12-19
  As usual, the unit is well built. I still have my old Explorer from almost 30 years ago and it's still working perfectly today and still sharp as well! THe scissors, blades,etc... are still perfect and it's been on many weeks in the wild over the years.
  
  The Red Ranger is a great all around blade, happy to pick up a new on that will probably last longer than I will. Victorinox and Wenger are some of my favorite products for durability and quality.
  
  
• nice, good gift, worth the sale price
  By ADPOSKJ7K5MAU on 2006-12-26
  I'm not sure what the regular price is, I forgot to look. I got this when it was onsale. For what I paid it was a good deal. It's nice, not to big or bulky. I wouldn't spend to much on it unless this is what you need.
  
  
• Still in perfect condition
  By A14WCDY0Z5YLDI on 2006-12-29
  I bought this particular knife in Switzerland a bit over a decade ago. I have used it extensively since then, both in everyday tinking and in wilderness activities. It has held up to everything I could throw at it. All it has needed was a bit of oil once to keep things swinging opening easily.
  
  My one very minor dislike is that it has a wine corkscrew instead of a Phillips-head screwdriver. It makes no difference out in the wilderness, but costs me a few extra seconds for repairs around the house because I have to find where I last left the Phillips screwdriver.
  
  
• Girl friends Christmas stocking stuffer
  By ASME3DOVF8Q60 on 2007-01-18
  She has always wanted mine and this solved the problem
  
  
• The sky's the limit
  By A28D7JXLWM4BO7 on 2007-01-18
  I can reach into my pocket at any time and easily cut, file, slice, uncork, screw, unscrew, poke, stab, pop open, pick, tweeze, pull, and hook. And that was all *BEFORE* I got this cool knife.
  
  
• Shiny Red Tol
  By A2Q9L856A7QA6S on 2007-01-18
  I bought it. I love it. It works for me.
  I am new to the Swiss Army knife series, and I have to say that this product is nice. It handles well, and each piece came well oiled. The knives were very sharp, which is a nice attribute when buying a knife, right?
  
  
• Extremely useful survival and work tool
  By A23VIKCSIWV3VH on 2007-01-19
  Strong steel, holds an edge, exceptionally versatile, and not too small so as to get lost in the wash.
  
  The Ranger is a great buy, the only drawback (and i hate even mentioning it) is the nail file is subpar. My other Victorinox has a great nail file on it. Oh well, i usually just use the scissors to cut my nails anywhow. The workmanship is awesome, and if you use the tools from a generic brand and compare that to a Victorinox, you really see that Victorinox is a cut above. I've used this knife everyday since i got it, and i can't imagine how i would live without it now!
  
  
• good size, useful
  By ASKWMWFZSSM1H on 2007-01-20
  we got this in a special for $3. It would have been worth while even at full price. Very handy.
  
  
• For 3 bucks, its worth it.
  By A37XWOKC2H83FK on 2007-01-26
  I got this baby right around Christmas, in that Amazon special where it was 3 bucks, but I have to say the build quality and the exquisite workmanship of this product makes it well worth the money.
  
  
• A surprisingly good gift
  By A3PGU131J5ULSM on 2007-05-29
  I gave this to my son for Christmas 2006 and despite many other gifts that were eagerly anticipated and cost much more, this is the one he talks about and uses the most. 'Like carrying a toolkit in your pocket' is a typical comment, a very useful gift for the college-bound or budding handyman or handywoman.
  
  
• AWESOME
  By A3UEL90P43HI9A on 2007-06-03
  Got this for my dad for Christmas. He really liked it. For sure it's sharp because he cut his finger when he was looking at all the things it had. But he loved it!
  
  
• Great Product
  By A1UM2Y9A9TCJXU on 2007-08-29
  I worked as a maintenance man at a local camp this summer and this pocketknife was invaluable. I haven't had to use all of the tools on this, but the long knife, corkscrew, scissor, woodsaw, and screwdriver were great. The only problem I've had is that through the course of the summer, the blades have gotten a bit dirty and its kind of tricky to clean them. Not tricky enough to cause a real problem, but just enough so that when you have to do this, you say, "don't hurt yourself."
  
  Otherwise, Victorinox provides a lifetime warranty, so what could be better?
  
  
• gold box item
  By A3OXM4NUGQKIQ0 on 2008-02-22
  this is a handy all purpose knife! i got it for $3 from amazon during the infamous customers vote of '06 and it's still going strong! The main blade is razor sharp and is really good for opening those annoying as hell thick plastic packages. i am really glad i got it and couldn't ask for a better knife for the price.
  
  
• Strong and Handy
  By A2RRWG9WFHK6NV on 2008-03-10
  This knife is always there when I need it. It's lasted a couple years now and I don't expect it to break anytime soon. Definitely worth it!
  
  

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