Swisstool Spirit multi-tool: "Mid-size Surprise" by Nutnfancy

on Monday, December 31, 2012
Swisstool Spirit multi-tool: "Mid-size Surprise" by Nutnfancy Video Clips. Duration : 24.28 Mins.


Victorinox makes high value multi-tools that last and the Spirit series continue that tradition. This Nutnfancy review concentrates on the regular Spirit model (US model #53800 and Spirit Plus that comes with an accessory tool kit) but references the other models in the lineup: Spirit S (US #53809, has the same tool set but both has the clip and serrated sheepsfoot (butter) blades, no scissors), Spirit X (US #53814, proven Victorinox PE clip blade, scissors, file, rest the same), and the blackened Spirit models. The 7.4 ounce carry weight of the Spirit is decent for the amount tool capability this MDMT provides: sharp nose pliers with hard wire cutters, main blade (either a goofy serrated "butter" blade that can rescue cut or the proven Victorinox clip blade depending on model), wood/metal file (model specific), 2mm, 3mm, and 6mm flat blade drivers, Phillips driver, "strong crate opener" (great feature), can opener (my fav in an MT), cap lifter, woodsaw, multi-purpose hook, chisel/scraper (love) with wire strippers, reamer/awl (love it, drills good), cork screw slot (and lanyard hole), and either nylon or leather carry case. Each tool opens with precision and satisfying snick. The pliers show good precision and cuts small to medium sized nails easily. The ergonomics on the Spirit are a highlight with both the closed and opened positions showing rounded gripping surfaces and with tools easily accessed when the MT is closed. As of 2010, the Spirit Plus models (like this ...

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