Victorinox Swiss Army Rescue Tool Pocket Knife with Pouch, Black

Description

Named "Knife of the Year 2007" at the IWA & Outdoor Classics Exhibition, the Rescue Tool is durable enough to last a lifetime, and guaranteed for it. It s the knife we hope you never have to use, but in the event of an emergency, the Rescue Tool is an invaluable companion.

Developed in close collaboration with rescue and safety services, this knife was specifically built to equip you with everything you need to escape a tough situation. Its unique features include a seat belt cutter, window breaker, disk saw for shatterproof glass, and an extra-strong screwdriver. When every second counts, the luminescent handles and one-hand locking serrated blade make this knife easy to find and extremely efficient. The window breaker and disc saw are removable for easy replacement so they are always ready to work at optimal strength. You can feel confident in any situation knowing that your Rescue Tool was precisely engineered to the Victorinox quality standards.

Like all Swiss Army Knives, the Rescue Tool has a lifetime warranty, stainless steel implements and Swiss-made quality and durability.

Includes 15 Functions:

1. One-Hand Serrated Locking Blade
2. Phillips Screwdriver
3. Window Breaker
4. Strong Screwdriver/Crate Opener with
5. – Bottle Opener
6. – Wire Stripper
7. Reamer, Punch
8. Seat Belt Cutter
9. Key Ring
10. Tweezers
11. Toothpick
12. Disc Saw for Shatterproof Glass
13. Luminescent Handles
14. Nylon Cord
15. Nylon Pouch

History and Heritage
In 1884, Master Cutler Karl Elsener opened a cutlery shop in Ibach, Switzerland. There, he and the cutlers’ union he formed produced the finest steel cutlery, finished with the now-famous proprietary edge preferred globally by professional and home cooks. In 1891, Karl supplied the Swiss Army with its standard issue Soldier’s Knife and in 1897 with the Officer’s Knife. In 1921, after the death of his mother, Victoria, and with the advent of stainless steel, then known as “inoxydable" and used in the production of his cutlery, Karl changed the name of the company to Victorinox. It is from those humble beginnings that a worldwide icon was born.

Today, Victorinox is still owned and operated by the Elsener family, and both the company and family still resides in the small village of Ibach, Switzerland.

Care Tips for Swiss Army Knives
The various tools are manufactured from high-quality steel with precisely tuned features that are essential for the particular application. The steel is tempered, annealed and polished to achieve the necessary hardness and provide optimum resistance to corrosion.

Sharpening
To re-sharpen your knife, use a whetstone at an angle of 15°– 20°. This will result in a cutting angle of 30°– 40°. If sharpening on a grinding wheel, always cool with plenty of water to avoid excessive temperatures and the resulting damages that may occur.

Cleaning
After you’ve used your Swiss Army Knife for all of its various applications, such as cutting open numerous boxes, you may notice that the blades begin to stick together. Opening and closing the blades in warm water several times will allow the tools to easily move again. Once they have dried, it is recommended, to apply a small drop of oil between the blade or tool shank and the spring. To optimally maintain the locking mechanism, periodically apply a drop of our recommended Swiss Army Knife Oil. Never put Swiss Army Knives in the dishwasher.Developed in cooperation with emergency medical and rescue services over five years, the Victorinox Rescue Tool pocketknife is ideal for situations where every second counts. Each of the key life-saving functions in the Rescue Tool has been subjected to stringent testing, particularly the window breaker and disc saw tools. As a result, you can rest assured that the tool will work the way it s supposed to--a must at the emergency site. Plus, each tool can be opened in seconds and is ready for use immediately.

The Rescue Tool starts with a rounded belt cutter that can be used to cut through seatbelts safely, along with a window breaker that busts through windshields and a glass disc saw that makes short work of shatterproof glass. With the cutting tools in hand, rescuers can quickly free someone trapped in a wrecked car. The Rescue Tool also includes a locking blade and extra-strong screwdriver, which you can use to open creates. Both tools are fixed in position when open thanks to the liner lock mechanism. Other mini-tools include a wire stripper, a reamer with a punch, tweezers, and a toothpick.

Even the look of the Rescue Tool is original, with a sleek finish that includes the familiar Victorinox logo on the side. The Rescue Tool comes with a nylon case and a wide belt loop that fits a range of special-purpose belts. In addition, Victorinox made it easy to replace the window breaker and disc saw tool, as both are subject to particular wear and tear when used. All quick-access tools are glove-friendly and are suitable for both right-and left-handed users. The Rescue Tool measures 4.8 by 0.83 by 1.36 inches (W x H x D), weighs 5.82 ounces, and carries a lifetime warranty.

The Rescue Tool includes a rounded belt cutter, a window breaker, and a glass disc saw.

Rescue Tool Tools

• Large locking blade (liner lock)
• Phillips screwdriver
• Window breaker (removable)
• Strong screwdriver/crate opener
• Bottle opener
• Wire stripper
• Reamer, punch
• Seatbelt cutter
• Tweezers
• Toothpick
• Disc saw for shatterproof glass (removable)
• Luminescent handles
• Nylon cord
• Nylon pouch
• Key ring

About Victorinox
In 1884, Swiss cutler Karl Elsener set up shop in Ibach-Schwyz, installing a waterwheel in Tobelbach Brook to run his grinding and polishing machines. Thus began what would become the international brand name Victorinox, a combination of Victoria, for Elsener s mother, and "inox," or stainless steel. Today, Victorinox produces watches, luggage, clothing, and, famously, Swiss Army Knives. The original product dates to 1897, when Elsener patented the Swiss Officer s and Sports Knife he supplied to the Swiss Army. Following World War II, American servicemen and women shopping in PX stores shortened the name to Swiss Army Knife, which lives on in English-speaking countries around the world and has become a metaphor for versatility.