Victorinox Swiss Army Evolution S557 Swiss Army Knife

November 28, 2018 - Comment
Add to Cart $48.29Amazon.com Price
(as of 6 April 2020 05:38 GMT+0100 - Details)

Work faster and easier with this little bit of evolution that fits in your pocket. At only 85mm the Evolution is the ideal midsize knife that won’t make you compromise on functionality. The collection features ergonomic scales that offer outstanding grip and stability to ensure comfort and ease of use, regardless of the task you need to tackle.

With numerous function combinations, it is easy to find the perfect Evolution knife to add to your everyday carry. Whether you are preparing for a day in nature or a day in the office, the Evolution has you covered.

Like all Swiss Army Knives, the Evolution S557 has a lifetime warranty, stainless steel implements and Swiss-made quality and durability.

Includes 21 Functions:

2.5” Locking Blade Nail File with – Nail Cleaner Lever Design Serrated-edge Scissors Can Opener with – Small Screwdriver  Cap Lifter with – Large Locking Screwdriver – Wire Stripper Phillips Locking Screwdriver Pliers with – Adjustable Opening – Wire Crimper – Wire Cutters – Nut Wrench Universal Wrench Corkscrew Punch, Reamer Key Ring Tweezers Toothpick

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 Pocket 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 Pocket Knife Oil. Never put Swiss Army Knives in the dishwasher.

Product Features

  • Features 21 features to equip you for everyday adventures – including 2.5″ locking blade, wire cutters, Philips screwdriver, serrated-edge scissors, and reamer (See product description for full list of functions)
  • Stainless steel construction encased in polished ergonomic ABS scales provides sleek durability with superior grip and comfort
  • Not too big, not too small; at 85mm this knife is the perfect addition to your everyday carry
  • Length: 3.34″ (85mm), Weight: 4.5oz
  • Made in Switzerland; Victorinox provides a lifetime guarantee against defects in material and workmanship

Comments

Anonymous says:

Lock-lever sticks out so far as to be a non-starter The blade lock lever sticks far out of the handle and will snag things going into your pocket as well as interfere with sliding the knife in a case. It even pokes you in the hand. The location of the blade lock (in the jaw) is also a challenge for kids, though probably surmountable with training.We’re sending this back. Otherwise it seemed like a pretty decent knife, but the lock lever is really a deal-breaker. Instead I’m buying another small knife with a good lock (Gerber LST)…

Anonymous says:

For Younger Kids I really like this knife for younger kids, but not so much for my 7 year old son’s first pocket knife, it’s just too young for him. He is responsible enough to have a pointy end and he would love to work on carving initials and faces and other small details which he just can’t do with this knife. Also the saw blade seems to be not very easy for them to use and requires a coordination that most children don’t have. Plus I just don’t see the use in it. I love the contoured handle, and he has…

Anonymous says:

Great Basic SAK. I’m 19, and have carried a knife since I was 9. I’ve carried a Victorinox knife since I was 10. None of them had this “Junior” blunt blade, and I never had any problems with that. I never managed to stab myself. Then, I was looking at this one here on Amazon. I thought, blade, saw, Phillips–this is all I actually use on a Swiss Army Knife”, and bought it, even though I knew I would hate the blunt blade. After receiving it today, I have realized that in an emergency, I can use…

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