Customer Reviews

Victorinox Swiss Army CyberTool 41 Translucent Pocket Knife (Sapphire)

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The Swiss Army Cybertool 41 is the ultimate in key-chain pocket tools that WILL get used daily. While heavier and slightly larger than the Cybertool 29 or a "regular" Victorinox knife, the addition of the pliers and scissors alone make the Cybertool 41 worth the extra bulge in purse or pocket. For folks thinking of buying this tool: this is basically a Handyman knife with the addition of a replaceable bit screwdriver, a set of 10 common bits (hex socket, Torx, Pozidrive, Phillips, flat), a pen, a pin and a mini (eye glasses) screwdriver. The additions to the Handyman make this tool the daily workhorse it is: there is very little you can't do with this tool in daily life.

If you need more than this knife offers, I'd say go to the toolbox and get the full-size single-purpose tool. A Leatherman might be bigger on pliers, but the Cybertool beats is in size and comfort of use.

A GREAT Christmas or birthday gift for best friends, girlfriends and wives!

Victorinox currently makes the CyberTool 29, CyberTool 34, CyberTool 41, and CyberTool Lite. The SwissChamp XLT and XAVT are also officially part of the "CyberTool" line from Victorinox.

The CyberTool 29 is by far the thinnest and lightest of the group, which makes it actually possible to pocket carry this tool. The four double-sided bits is what distinguishes the CyberTool models from the regular Victorinox Swiss Army Knives. (Note that the SwissChamp XAVT actually contains eight double-sided bits.) There are also additional bits which can be purchased from third party sources, such as SwissBianco.

If you need the scissors and pliers, which is quite possible when working with computers, then the CyberTool 34 will be the thinnest model to have those tools with the bits and driver. I found the CyberTool 34 still far too heavy for pocket carry.

The CyberTool 41 (which is the Amazon item shown) is the same as the CyberTool 34 with the addition of a woodsaw and metal file. This tool is for most people too heavy for pocket carry, and usually carried in a belt pouch or bag. It is a heavy and capable tool, and actually very similar to the significantly more expensive SwissChamp XLT (which again, is also officially a "CyberTool").

One of the least mentioned and discussed CyberTools is the "Lite" version which has a magnifying glass and small flashlight. Although not as popular in sales, this is a terrific version which allows you to use the flashlight while working inside a computer case and the magnifying glass could be useful for inspecting bent pins.

Whichever CyberTool you choose, you will want to be careful in not losing the bits, as the replacements for those are actually fairly expensive.

I've owned a couple of Swiss Army CyberTools over the past two years (along with several Leathermans and Gerbers...I'm kinda into little gadgets!). While the plyers are not quite as good as a Leatherman, every other tool is exceptionally better than a Leatherman for light everyday use. The screwdrivers are actually comfortable to use (very ackward with most of the other multi-tools out there), I'd say very little compromise from a regular small screwdriver (a Leatherman on the other hand is very ackward to use as a screwdriver IMHO). The knife blades are sharp...and I typically only use them on cardboard boxes...but even after a few years, I still need to be careful when I use them. And...the ball point pen (use it all the time), the toothpick, the tweezers, the little pin (great for splinters, etc.), all are great and not really available on Leatherman tools. And the scissors are great...I often use them to cut through thicker plastic cable ties with no problems.

I own 5 different Leatherman tools, 3 different Gerber tools, and two of the Swiss Army CyberTools (and I only got the second one because I lost a few of the parts on the original one). Although the Letherman tools maybe be a bit better for some of the heavier duty tasks (I take mine sailing), my favorite...and the one that lives in my pocket every day...is the Swiss Army CyberTool!

got one for work and for home. all the tools on here are invaluable for working on any hardware, cutting open packaging, or protecting yourself from a rabid squirrel. between this and a keychain led light i have a toolbox in my pocket. only note is this isn't electrically insulated in any way. so be careful working on live equipment.

This guy is indispensible for anyone who tinkers with and repairs their own computers. I often get last minute calls on my cell on the way home from work asking me to troubleshoot a friends notebook or pc. Since I don't just carry a tool kit around with me, this little jewel has saved me an extra trip more than once. Victorinox has already improved upon this excellent tool by releasing the Cybertool Lite, but if you don't need or want the flashlight this thing is an absolute steal at the price it's currently going for.

I am a geek at heart, I love computers and all things technology and this knife fits right in. I have always tinkered with my computers upgrading and replacing components and this tool really makes it easier for me. I have large hands and sometimes setting the dip switches (which thank heaven are getting rarer) was a chore. I think this tool is just about perfect, its only one step below my leatherman wave in usefulness. Highly recommend it. I have only gave it four stars since the exchangeable bits are not standard size and therefore you can't easily get replacements or add bits.

If you work on computers, are a handyman, or just need some tools every once in a while then this is the knife for you. I had the smaller version for years and unfortunately lost it. Being a gadget guy I had to have the one with the most tools on it and the only complaint is that it is huge and you can't carry it comfortably in your pocket. Get a sheath and wear it on your belt, I do and carry it EVERYWHERE! When I lost my last one, I missed it so badly especially when I needed a screwdriver. The screwdriver with the interchangeable bits is the most important part of this knife (other than the blade) and it still wows people when I show it to them. This knife is worth every cent and even if I lost it every year I would still keep buying them. Get the smaller one if you don't need all the extra tools.

If you want the best, this is it. It's a work of art, a tour de force in design and manufacturing. Sure, you could get a competitive product, or a knock-off, but hey, how often can get you get the absolute pinnacle in product quality for under $100? You can't get the best in sports cars, computers, even clothes or shoes for that price. I enjoy appreciating its elegance whenever I use it, which is often. Could it be improved? Sure, different folks want different things - e.g. i think the pliers are too big and heavy.

If you do any kind of work on computers or other small electronics, you can't ask for a better tool than this SAK. The Cybertool has several screwdriver bits on it, most all fitting the common componenets on computers and other devices (such as printers and the like). As with most Swiss Army Knives, this one includes the completely useless corkscrew (why Victorinox believes everyone who buys their knives uses them to open wine bottles I'll never know), but the rest of the tools are useful. It is slightly heavier and wider than the Deluxe Tinker version, but still a good size to keep in your pocket. Another version of the CyberTool is available without the scissors, pliers, pen, and a few other options. If you're just going to use this for basic repairs, you might like the more stripped-down version better. This knife is the same quality as the rest of the Victorinox line and well worth the price.

Got this as a birthday gift for my husband, a computer admin guy for a large company. When I bought it (elsewhere) I also got it engraved with his name. Until Los Angeles Airport took it during a business trip, he literally used it everyday and carried it with him everywhere. He said it had all the tools he needed for his work. The quality was great.