Victorinox Ranger Grip 79
Who doesn't know the legendary knives of the Victorinox brand? A company that has been around for over 125 years, conquering the world and the hearts of many with its Swiss knife. Over time, as the company expanded, it introduced a vast number of new products, utilizing its know-how on how to make things of high quality, aesthetically pleasing, and at great prices.
Victorinox has always been known for making folding knives in a "traditional" way, without locks, and with two-handed opening. However, Victorinox has always stayed in tune with the times, listening to feedback and the demands of its customers. Through evolution, the excellent Victorinox RangerGrip 79 was created, a truly versatile knife ready to work in the modern world and the wilderness, a one-handed operable model with great features.
Let’s take a closer look at this fantastic tool.
The overall length of the Victorinox RangerGrip 79 when open is 227 mm, and 131 mm when closed. The blade length is 96 mm, with a thickness of 2.5 mm and a height of 18 mm. The weight is 167 g, and since it has multiple functions, it's also thicker, at 22 mm. At first glance, it's clear that compared to classic 'Swiss Army knives,' this one is bigger – it's no longer just a small pocket knife but a full-sized folding knife.
The handle is well-shaped and long enough for all hand sizes (unless your hands are like Hagrid’s from Harry Potter :D). The classic red plastic includes rubberized inserts with anti-slip properties.
What really makes this knife safe is the excellent locking system for the blade, using a liner lock. But not just any ordinary liner lock – you don’t use your fingers in the blade's path to shift the locking tab! By pressing the logo, you move the locking tab and easily and safely close the blade.
The blade of the Victorinox RangerGrip 79 model has a nice, symmetrical, flat grind with a good bevel angle and is polished to a mirror shine. Whether you're cutting food or carving wood, the cutting action is smooth and controlled. The blade length is just right – you can easily slice bread or cut bacon into fine slices.
The steel is highly corrosion-resistant and easy to sharpen to a sharp edge without needing high-end equipment.
But the main thing that sets the blade of this Victorinox RangerGrip 79 apart from classic models is the ability to open it one-handed thanks to the hole in the blade. The opening is simple and truly intuitive.
The additional functions of this model include:
The saw on the Victorinox RangerGrip 79 opens easily with a tab at its end and is completely hidden in the handle. Its teeth are extremely sharp and cut both on the push and pull stroke.
The saw’s geometry includes a fine "set" (teeth angled outward), so it doesn't get stuck in the cut and works aggressively through wood or bone. It’s a great tool for making notches for tent pegs, traps, and many other things.
The back of the saw is sharp, so it can be used as a striking surface for a firestarter, easily creating a shower of hot sparks.
The bottle opener performs its function perfectly.
In addition, this part also includes a wide flathead screwdriver and a notch for stripping insulation from cables.
The can opener is sharp, has a good angle, and easily and quickly opens any can. It’s also easy to sharpen.
This part also includes a handy narrow flathead screwdriver.
The reamer/punch is a great tool with many uses. You can use the point when you don't want to damage the tip of your Victorinox RangerGrip 79 blade.
Need another hole in your belt? Very easy. You can also make an improvised watering can from a PET bottle cap. With a bit of skill and experience, you can carve and shape a short whistle for fun or for a situation where you need to conserve your voice and energy. It’s also capable of rough improvised sewing.
The rest is up to your imagination, but in any case, it’s truly a great tool.
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The corkscrew is just... a corkscrew ???? Wine lovers, celebrants, and fans of romantic picnics will definitely appreciate this tool because, let’s face it... opening wine without one is quite a struggle!
Just like classic 'Swiss Army knives,' the Victorinox RangerGrip 79 includes tweezers and a plastic toothpick. The tweezers are definitely a great tool, whether for removing splinters, ticks from your skin, or fur from your furry friends. Of course, the tweezers' functionality doesn’t end there – there are many possibilities. And we all know what the toothpick is for. For picking your teeth :D
The Victorinox RangerGrip 79 also has a metal ring in the handle, so you can attach a lanyard, a small carabiner, or hang it on anything.
The Victorinox RangerGrip 79 is a great companion for many life situations. It has a classic feel but includes the modern conveniences of today’s knives. If you’re looking for a quality tool to help you with the challenges of an active life, you don’t need to look much further.
