Guide Note

A Swiss army knife is a pocket knife that contains many different tools. There are many knockoffs on the market. The best quality swiss army knives are by Victorinox or Wenger.

Fast Facts

1. Price range: $10 to $250
2. Wide variety of models
3. Some have corkscrews, scissors, or even toothpicks
4. Two main manufacturers are Victorinox and Wenger
5. Most common color is red

There are many models available, so choosing the best model as a gift or even for yourself can be a challenge.

First know your price range. The 10 dollar models have just three attachments, while the 250 dollar knifes have 80 functions. The more tools the knife has the larger and heavier it will be.

Consider the types of attachments that come with the knives and the person you are buying for. If the receiver is a big camper or fisher, a thoughtful gift would be a knife that compliments his or her hobby.