Best Pocket Knife Is A Swiss Army Knife
Many people believe that the best pocket knife is a Swiss Army knife, originally named Offiziersmesser, which was too hard for those in the English speaking nations to say, so it is known as the Swiss Army knife. This little marvel is equipped with an assortment of handy tools, that can be of use to many people. Let’s look at some of these and how they can be used.
As expected of knives, this one has two blades, a main blade and a smaller size, each with their own purposes. It still has the original features of a corkscrew and can opener, along with the memorable bottle opener. A choice of Phillips head or flat head screw drivers, a convenient nail file, and hook for pulling shoelaces tight.
As technology presented additional needs for human conditions, some additional tools have been added. Tweezers and toothpick were found to be handy, and a fish scaler were added for assisting with enjoying and preparing food that was caught in the wild. When on maneuvers for many months at a time, survival meant hunting and fishing to stay fed, and alive.
Some of the newer additions to this wonder are the magnifying glass and a ball point pen. A magnifying glass was typically used to start a fire by focusing using the lens to focus the rays of the sun on dried leaves, which produced enough spark to ignite a fire. This way, the soldiers could stay warm as well as cook a meal of naturally gathered foods.
There are even more tools and handy necessities available on the Swiss Army knife, that include a hex wrench which carrying case for the bits, and a set of pliers. The two tools can be used for many things such as helping to build a lean-to shelter when accompanied by the use of the saw blade. The hook can help lace vines through rain slickers for a roof.
The computer industry took it toll on this product and made it possible to have a USB flash drive on the device, along with a digital clock and altimeter. You can even get a laser pointer, LED light and an MP3 player with these devices. The hex wrench and pliers have been found useful in maintain related computer equipment, while traveling.
The 32GB Flash drive and Bluetooth technology were added in 2010, and makes this a very useful tool for traveling, even camping where a wireless laptop would be handy. In addition to these, there are plans to make a version that is flight-friendly for individuals who travel with the airlines. However, this model is not expected to have blades.