Victorinox Swiss Army SwissTool CS Plus Multi-Tool

by Victorinox

Product Features

• Folding multi-tool with 37 functions and stainless-steel body
• 2mm, 3mm, 5mm, and 7.5mm screwdrivers; Phillips head screwdriver
• Bottle opener, large knife blade, can opener, metal file, and metal saw
• Bit wrench with 6 bits; wood saw and chisel/scraper
• Measures 4.5 inches long; weighs 10 ounces; lifetime warranty

Product Description

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From the renowned company that created the Swiss Army knife a century ago comes the SwissTool CS Plus folding multi-tool, a handy tool kit neatly contained within a folding body that measures just 4.5 inches long. The SwissTool CS Plus is sheathed in a sleek stainless-steel body that stores comfortably in a polyester/nylon belt pouch. More importantly, the SwissTool CS Plus offers 37 functions, with such mini-tools as pliers; 2mm, 3mm, 5mm, and 7.5mm screwdrivers; a Phillips head screwdriver; a wire cutter; a bottle opener; a large knife blade; scissors; a metal file; a metal saw; a wood saw; a reamer/punch; a chisel/scraper; a strong crate opener; a wire bender; a wire stripper; a wire scraper; a wire crimper; a can opener; a corkscrew; a patented mini-screwdriver; a 9-inch ruler; a 230mm ruler; and a hard wire cutter. Each tool opens individually (no clumping), locks in place, and folds with the push of a button.

The SwissTool CS Plus also includes a bonus bit wrench with six bits: a hex 3 bit, a hex 4 bit, a Phillips 0 bit, a Phillips 3 bit, a Torx 10 bit, and a Torx 15 bit. As with all Victorinox items, the SwissTool CS Plus is made to exacting standards, with dozens of steps going into its construction. Victorinox attends to every detail, from selecting the finest materials to performing the final inspection. In addition, each individual tool has been hardened in a different way to stand up to its designated use. The SwissTool CS Plus knife weighs just 10 ounces and carries a lifetime warranty.

The SwissTool CS Plus packs 37 functions into its compact stainless-steel body.

SwissTool CS Plus Tools

• Pliers
• 2mm screwdriver
• 3mm screwdriver
• 5mm screwdriver
• 7.5mm screwdriver
• Wire cutter (for wire up to hardness of 40 hrc)
• Bottle opener
• Large blade
• Scissors
• Metal file
• Metal saw
• Wood saw
• Reamer/punch
• Phillips screwdriver
• Chisel/scraper
• Strong crate opener
• Wire bender
• Wire stripper
• Wire scraper
• Wire crimper
• Can opener
• Patented mini-screwdriver
• 9-inch and 230mm rulers
• Hard wire cutter
• Lanyard hole
• Easy kickback springs
• Lock release
• Nylon belt pouch
• Bit wrench
• Hex 3 bit
• Hex 4 bit
• Phillips 0 bit
• Phillips 3 bit
• Torx 10 bit
• Torx 15 bit

About Victorinox
In 1884, Swiss cutler Karl Elsener set up shop in Ibach-Schwyz, installing a waterwheel in Tobelbach Brook to run his grinding and polishing machines. Thus began what would become the international brand name Victorinox, a combination of Victoria, for Elsener's mother, and "inox," or stainless steel. Today, Victorinox produces watches, luggage, clothing, and, famously, Swiss Army Knives. The original product dates to 1897, when Elsener patented the Swiss Officer's and Sports Knife he supplied to the Swiss Army. Following World War II, American servicemen and women shopping in PX stores shortened the name to Swiss Army Knife, which lives on in English-speaking countries around the world and has become a metaphor for versatility.

Product Description

From the renowned company that created the Swiss Army knife a century ago comes this folding tool kit--neatly contained within a single implement that measures just 4-1/2 inches long and 1-1/3 inches thick, weighs just 10 ounces, and comes in a polyester/nylon belt pouch. Its rugged stainless-steel construction and ease of use make this tool kit is a tribute to the precision of Swiss engineering. Tools open individually (no clumping), lock in place, and fold with a push button. The SwissTool carries a lifetime warranty against defects. The tools include pliers; 2-, 3-, 5-, and 7-1/2-mm screwdrivers; Phillips head screwdriver; wire cutter; bottle opener; large knife blade; serrated blade; metal file; metal saw; wood saw; reamer/punch; chisel/scraper; crate opener; wire bender; wire stripper; wire scraper; can opener; 9-inch ruler; 230-cm ruler; electrical crimper; and lanyard hole.

Product Details

• Item Weight: 2.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0007QCP8M
• Item model number: 53946
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #74,948 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Multi-Tool You Can Buy, December 23, 2006

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William J. Bennett (Ft. Bragg, NC USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Victorinox Swiss Army SwissTool CS Plus Multi-Tool (Sports)

In my opinion, the SwissTool series are the best multi-tolls on the market. Stainless steel blades do not rust with only minimal care. The handles on the pliers are comfortable in your hand and the layout of the tools is excellent. There is also a good mix of tools that should cover most situations where using a multi-tool (instead of a "real tool")is appropriate.

One reviewer complained that the springs were cheap. Nothing could be farther from the truth. The springs are extremely durable and will give you years of service. I am in the U.S.Army and my SwissTool has taken more use and abuse than it should have and I have had NO PROBLEMS with it....ever. There is a burn mark on the head of he pliers where It got a little too close to an electrical connection on my Hummer, but that is my fault....

It is a fairly heavy tool, but that is because it is extremely well built. I have purchased and been issued other multi-tools frm Gerber, Leatherman and SOG and nothing compares to the quality and craftmanship of Swiss Army. I even have a Swiss Champ that I carry when I need something lighter than the SwissTool. Their quality can not be beat.

Reading reviews on multi-tools you will see many differing opinions on what is best. Everybody needs something different and NO MULTI-TOOL will serve every person's needs perfectly. For examlpe, I do not like Gerber tools, because the bottle opener is not long enough to easily open a Sam Adams. The SOG that I had rusted easily even though it had a black "rust proof" coating and you had to open a cover on the outside of the handles to get to the tools. Original Leatherman tools pinched my hands when I used the pliers. Although I do carry a leatherman juice when I need just a small pocket knife, leatherman just does not "do it" for me.

Also remember that the purpose of a multi tool is to have a tool to use when you do not have a tool box with you. Do you really need Torx bits? If you are a handyman or electrician you will. Do you need the hex bits (like I do for all the gagdets on our weapons)? Is a wood saw really needed? If you do need a wood saw, the one on this tool will easily slice through a 2x4...i've done it, but a full sized hand saw would have been much better. I typically use the wood saw for trimming branches around my tree stand when hunting or bushes around the yard. It works perfectly for that. I used the file/metal saw on mine to cut through a padlock....not an easy job, but the tool worked. The chisel looking blade has opened more wooden crates of ammunition than I can count and the awl (although never used on leather as it was designed) is a great front sight adjustment tool for my M-4. I personally do not need a corkscrew on a tool. I have a great one at my house already and have yet to be in dire need of opening a bottle of wine away from home. Although I consider a multi-tool a day-to-day necessity I would not think of rebuilding an engine with it. Use the right tool for the job at hand. You can not substitute a full sized tool for a multi-tool in every situation.

I currently have a SwissTool X, but just ordered the CS Plus because of the metal file and bit driver. My old swiss tool is still servicable, but will end up in the "junk" drawer in the kitchen or the glove box in the Cherokee. As stated above I need hex drivers and I plan on replacing the bits that come in the kit with different sized hex drivers that I have already.

The bottom line here is the SwissTool is an extremely high-quality, durable tool. It has a great mix of impliments that should cover most users needs. Maintenance is minimal and with a life time guarantee there should be no concerns about breakage.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars best pocket tool ever, August 24, 2005

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N. Wilkerson - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Victorinox Swiss Army SwissTool CS Plus Multi-Tool (Sports)

The previous reviewer said that they were disappointed with the springs used in this tool but with a lifetime warranty this is hardly an issue. I have also used my metal file much i have even filed through padlocks and there is no ware on it. If you want needle nose pliars get a regular victorinox with tweezers.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars excellent tool, May 3, 2010

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David Almquist "Dave" (Florida, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Victorinox Swiss Army SwissTool CS Plus Multi-Tool (Sports)

My wife got me one of these years ago and this is indispensable for anyone who does any sort of maintenance or other outdoor work. I found it equally useful as a site manager and as a field entomologist and almost always have it on my belt "just in case" even when at home or in the office. It is sturdy and well made and I would have to really try to bend/warp it as I've done lesser multi-tools. The separate tool for driver bits makes the sheath rather large, but this tool, with my selection of bits, has been worth it enough to more than make up for the extra bulk.