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SWISS ARMY KNIVES MAKERS OF THE ORIGINAL SWISS ARMY KNIFE I ESTABLISHED 1884 QUALITY FUNCTIONALITY INNOVATION ICONIC DESIGN SMALL POCKET KNIVES 4 RESCUE TOOL 14 MEDIUM POCKET KNIVES 6 SWISS TOOLS 16 INNOVATION, DESIGN AND SWISS CARDS 18 LIMITED EDITIONS 9 MANICURE AND PEDICURE 19 LARGE POCKET KNIVES 12 GARDEN 20 Ambassador 22 Swiss Quality 24 Cleaning and Care 25 Household- and Professional Knives 26 SMALL POCKET KNIVES VERSATILE FUNCTIONAL COLORFUL FOR LITTLE ONES, FOR BIG ONES, FOR EVERYDAYS ADVENTURES, FOR FORTUNE SEEKERS, FOR COLLECTORS, FOR SMALL EMERGENCIES, FOR HEROES, BUT NOT FOR COCONUTS ... OUR LITTLE ONES ARE FUN FOR EVERYONE. Blade, nail fi le, screwdriver, scissors, tweezers, toothpick and key ring. – Our Classics combine the seven most used tools from Victorinox. On the keychain or in your pocket they are always at hand. The most successful of our small pocket knives 4 is available in various colors and many attractive designs. 5 MEDIUM POCKET KNIVES MULTIFUNCTIONAL FOUNDER FOR OFFICERS AND RELIABLE 9. OCT. 1860 – 26. DEC. 1918 GENTLEMEN — THE ORIGINAL ICONIC SWISS ARMY KNIFE The Original Swiss Army Knife SINCE 1897 Victorinox founder Karl Elsener patented his elegant, lightweight and exceptionally versatile «Officer’s and Sports Knife» on July 12, 1897. Since then, we have already produced – almost unchanged in the idea – over 500 million pocket knives. The Original Swiss Army Knife has become an established classic – synonymous with creativity, functionality and of course unparalleled Swiss quality. Swiss Army Soldier's Knife 1891 The Swiss Army Knife became known all over the world, when U.S. soldiers, stationed in Europe, bought it in large 6 quantities and it began to be a popular 7 souvenir to take home. Evolution of the Officer’s Knife from 1897 to date MEDIUM POCKET KNIVES INNOVATION, DESIGN AND LIMITED EDITIONS Damast Steel Nobel steel of the sword smith The top model SwissChamp among the « Officers Knives » combines 33 high quality functions. It is made of 64 individual parts and requires an astonishing 450 steps of fabrication in Ibach, Switzerland. 8 9 INNOVATION, DESIGN AND LIMITED EDITIONS Wood Alox Where style meets sustainability A commitment to durability, strength and engineering 10 11 LARGE POCKET KNIVES SAFE HIGHEST FUNCTIONALITY – FUNCTIONAL ELEGANT AND CLEVER TOUGH Our large pocket knives are produced with exceptional attention to safety, functionality and robustness. All the models in this range incorporate design features that make them safer to use – above all, the reliable locking mechanism for the main blade. The thickness of the individual tools and the rivet joints also make the knives even more stable, while the ergonomically designed scales make sure you always have a fi rm hold on your pocket knife. 12 13 RESCUE TOOL INDISPENSABLE FOR ANY EMERGENCY WHEN SECONDS COUNT! WINDOW BREAKER AND SHATTERPROOF GLASS SAW INDISPENSABLE FOR LUMINESCENT SCALES ANY EMERGENCY Key features, main arguments! The Victorinox Rescue Tool was developed and perfected over 5-years in close collaboration with rescue- and safety services. A functional window breaker, an effective, well tested shatterproof glass saw and a practical seatbelt cutter are ready for use within seconds and can be used with and without gloves. A professional tool for the Army, Police, Firebrigade, Rescue- and Security services. Standard set: 14 Rescue Tool with Nylon Belt Pouch 15 SWISS TOOLS DEPENDABLE MULTITALENTED VERSATILE STURDY Ask anyone who’s ever gotten out of a sticky situation thanks to a multi-tool of this kind or anyone who has come to appreciate their precision, versatility and stability in everyday life – they wouldn’t be without them. These are the most robust tools currently available in the Victorinox range – the exceptionally powerful SwissTool and its younger and slightly handier brother, the SwissTool Spirit. With strong, ergonomically designed handles made of fi nely polished, easy-care stainless steel, these solidly built all-rounders are exceptionally satisfying to use. Size of the Swiss Tool Spirit (105mm) 16 in relation to 17 the Swiss Tool (115mm) SWISS CARDS MANICURE AND PEDICURE APPS CAN ONLY TAKE YOU SO FAR! CLEVER ELEGANT FUNCTIONAL PRECISE EVER READY IDEAL FOR TRAVEL It’s time to meet the SwissCard Classic, Lite and Nailcare series. Packed with useful tools, a SwissCard has the same size as a credit card and it fi ts perfectly into the card slots in regular wallets and billfolds. Our «Rubis» manufacturer is a reliable and experienced partner. Due to this successful collaboration that we have enjoyed for years, we are able to offer a range 18 19 of finely crafted precision instruments. Stainless, classical and Swiss Made. GARDEN SPECIALISTS PRECISE EFFICIENT STAINLESS When it comes to growing, grafting and looking after fruit trees and ornamental plants, there are no high-tech shortcuts that can match a sharp, top-quality tool. After all, success largely depends on making precise and expertly executed cuts – that’s the only way to minimize damage to the plants. It’s no surprise then that Victorinox knives have been the top choice for professionals in garden centers and tree nurseries all over the world for decades. 20 21 AMBASSADOR EIGER NORTH FACE SPEED 2:28 H ... WITH VICTORINOX Dani Arnold became well known primarily for his speed record for climbing the Eiger North Face in 2011. He completed the solo ascent of the wall in 2 hours and 28 minutes. Later, he took part in the fi rst winter ascent of the Torre Egger in Patagonia. Further successes took place in Alaska, China and Pakistan. Top athletes represent the Victorinox brand and accomplish their peak performance with our knives and tools. 22 Dani Arnold 23 Extreme Mountaineer and Mountain Guide www.daniarnold.ch CLEANING AND CARE SWISS QUALITY ... TO LAST THEM FOR A product can be classifi ed as « Swiss Made » if A LONG TIME at least 60 % of production costs are occurred in Switzerland. The knives and tools produced by Victorinox are manufactured entirely in Ibach-Schwyz and Delémont. They are thus « Swiss Made » and this is shown on the blade or packaging. Here you go: For dirty and sticky blades, we recom- Add a drop of Multi-Tool Oil between the mend opening and closing the blades se- blades and the tool casing or springs as veral times in warm water until they move well as other friction surfaces. Mutli-tools freely. Allow to dry completely. should never be cleaned in a dishwasher. Maintains tool mechanics, protects against 24 Swiss Made stamp on the tang 25 corrosion, meets NSF H1 requirements of the large blade INNOVATION. DESIGN. SWISS MADE. HOUSEHOLD- AND PROFESSIONAL KNIVES SWISS ARMY KNIVES CUTLERY WATCHES TRAVEL GEAR FRAGRANCES High-precision processing of steel is the core competence at the Victorinox production facilities in Switzerland. This is evidenced not only in the world-famous pocket knives but also the exclusive range of cutlery for professional chefs, butchers and private households. Ergonomics and ease of handling are the underlying criteria for this range of products and are always combined with the renowned Victorinox quality. 26 The assortment of household and professional knives covers a broad 27 range of requirements and now includes 550 models. Victorinox AG Schmiedgasse 57 CH-6438 Ibach-Schwyz Switzerland T+41 41 81 81 211 F+41 41 81 81 511 [email protected] I.19 / 9.6087.1 Printed in Switzerland © Victorinox 2019 We protect our intellectual property rights. We reserve our rights for technical modifi cations. SWISS ARMY KNIVES CUTLERY WATCHES TRAVEL GEAR FRAGRANCES.