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Victorinox Huntsman
Classic 15-function Swiss Army Knife with scissors and a wood saw.
57/100 best score, for hiking and backpacking
- Weight
- 3.4 oz (97 g)
- Closed length
- 3.58 in (91 mm)
- Functional tools
- 12
- MSRP
- $52
Strengths
- Has scissors
Trade-offs
- Tools do not lock open
Strengths and trade-offs are worked out from the specifications and compared with similar tools in our database, not from hands-on testing.
Good for: camping, everyday carry, gift. Not ideal for: anyone who needs a locking blade, work that needs pliers.
Scores by use
| Use | Score | Tool fit | Portability | Usability | Durability | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hiking and backpacking | 57 | 70 | 96 | 0 | 57 | 35 |
| Everyday carry | 51 | 55 | 100 | 0 | 57 | 28 |
| Camping | 50 | 54 | 100 | 0 | 57 | 27 |
| All-round use (no needlenose-pliers) | 49 | 51 | 100 | 0 | 57 | 25 |
| Fishing (no needlenose-pliers) | 46 | 45 | 100 | 0 | 57 | 22 |
| Work and trades (no needlenose-pliers, wire-cutter) | 36 | 24 | 100 | 0 | 57 | 12 |
| Cycling | 34 | 18 | 100 | 0 | 57 | 9 |
Scores come from the data on this page. See the formula.
Tools (12 functions, 15 by the maker's count)
- Knife ×2
- Corkscrew
- Awl / reamer ×2
- Scissors
- Saw
- Hook (fish scaler, pulling hook): null
- Key ring
- Tweezers
- Toothpick
- Can opener
- Bottle opener
- Flathead screwdriver ×2
- Wire stripper
Specifications
| Brand | Victorinox |
|---|---|
| Form | swiss army knife, compact |
| Weight | 3.4 oz (97 g) |
| Closed length | 3.58 in (91 mm) |
| Width | 1.02 in (26 mm) |
| Thickness | 0.83 in (21 mm) |
| One-hand opening | No |
| Locking tools | No |
| Outside-accessible tools | No |
| Bit system | none |
| Price band | 50–100 |
| Warranty | Lifetime warranty |
| Made in | Switzerland |
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How much does the Victorinox Huntsman weigh?
3.4 oz (97 g), and it is 3.58 in (91 mm) long closed.
How many tools does the Victorinox Huntsman have?
12 functional tools by our count; Victorinox counts 15. We count each kind of tool once, so three screwdriver sizes are one tool.
Does the Victorinox Huntsman have scissors and a saw?
It has scissors and a saw.
Can I take the Victorinox Huntsman on a plane?
Not in carry-on bags: it has a knife blade, and TSA does not allow knives in the cabin. Pack it in checked luggage.
What is the warranty on the Victorinox Huntsman?
Lifetime warranty.
Sources
Last verified 2026-11-01.
- www.victorinox.com (manufacturer, 2026-11-01)
- www.victorinox.com (manufacturer, 2026-11-01)
- www.optics-trade.eu (retailer, 2026-11-01)