Color | Silver |
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Material | Nylon, Wood, Stainless Steel, Metal |
Brand | Victorinox |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 3.5 x 1 x 0.75 inches |
Item Weight | 4 ounces |
Included Components | Knife |
Number of Pieces | 1 |
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 3.6 x 1.3 x 1.1 inches |
Package Weight | 0.16 Kilograms |
Brand Name | Victorinox |
Country of Origin | China |
Manufacturer | Victorinox |
Part Number | 54525 |
Model Year | 2008 |
Style | Champion Plus |
Size | Champion Plus |
Sport Type | Camping & Hiking |
Handle Material | Metal |
Victorinox Swiss Army Champion Plus Pocket Knife
Color | Silver |
Material | Nylon, Wood, Stainless Steel, Metal |
Brand | Victorinox |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 3.5 x 1 x 0.75 inches |
Item Weight | 4 ounces |
About this item
- A CUT ABOVE THE REST: Compact, agile and ready to face any adventure head-on. Our range of Swiss Army Knives have been established since 1897 and continue to be an icon of utility and smart design.
- DURABLE CONSTRUCTION: Swiss made stainless steel construction encased in our popular scales offers a slimmer profile and is extremely resistant.
- COMPACT CARRY: Bring this knife with you on your daily adventures without sacrificing space. It makes a great gift for any occasion or stocking stuffer for Christmas.
- FIT FOR ALL TASKS: At their heart, all our pocket knives are a survival tool; multitaskers that deliver in any situation. At their most evolved they have surpassed basic function to pioneer space travel and restart engines.
- TRUSTED QUALITY: Made in Switzerland; Victorinox provides a lifetime guarantee against defects in material and workmanship. Making a lifetime commitment has never been so easy. No assembly required, money back guarantee.
- PRODUCT DETAILS: Swiss made pocket knife with 30 functions. Height: 1.0 in, Length: 3.5 in., Weight: 4.0 oz., MM: 91 mm, Scale Material: Nylon
- FUNCTIONS: large blade, small blade, corkscrew, mini screwdriver, reamer/punch and sewing awl, can opener, screwdriver 3 mm, bottle opener, screwdriver 6 mm, wire stripper, scissors, fish scaler, hook disgorger, ruler (cm), ruler (inches), wood saw, nail file, nail cleaner, metal saw, metal file, magnifying glass, Phillips screwdriver 1/2, screwdriver 2.5 mm, chisel 4 mm, multipurpose hook, toothpick, tweezers, pressurized ballpoint pen, key ring
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From the manufacturer
Care Tips for Swiss Army Knives
The various tools of a swiss army knife are manufactured from high-quality steel with precisely tuned features that are essential for the particular application. The steel is tempered, annealed and polished to achieve the necessary hardness and provide optimum resistance to corrosion. With it's unique build Swiss Army Knives require easy but particular care. Use the recommendations below to keep your knife at it's peak functionality.
- SHARPENING: Use a whetstone at an angle of 15°– 20°. This will result in a cutting angle of 30°– 40°. If sharpening on a grinding wheel, cool with plenty of water to avoid excessive temperatures.
- CLEANING: Open and close the blades in warm water several times. When they have dried it is recommended to apply a small drop of oil between the blade, tool shank and the spring or locking mechanism.
- WARNING: Never put Swiss Army Knives in the dishwasher.
- RECOMMENDATION: Swiss Army Knife Oil (Item No.4.3301). FEATURES: (1) neutral odor and taste, (2) highly resistant to aging, (3) good wear and corrosion protection qualities, and (4) Food safe
Swiss Champion Plus
Medium Pocket Knife with Original Magnifying Glass
When you hear the words Swiss Army Knife, chances are you think of the legendary Officer's knife. And that legend continues with the Swiss Champion Plus pocket knife. It's the ultimate pocket knife, packing no less than 30 functions and countless possibilities. Wherever you are and whatever happens, if it can be fixed, it can be fixed with the Swiss Champion Plus.
- The ultimate companion to strip wire, scale fish or saw metal for your indoor and outdoor life
- Swiss made pocket knife with 30 functions
- Includes woodsaw, scissors and a magnifying glass
- Height: 1 in, Length: 3.5 in, Weight: 4 oz
- Scale Material: ABS/Cellidor
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Large BladeThis durable precision-honed sharpened edge makes clean, accurate cuts with resistance to corrosion. Be prepared for anything: cut your food, gut a fish, slice paper, carve your initials into a tree or whittle a piece of wood. |
ScrewdriverA versatile screwdriver that has everything the professional needs. It is designed to meet a variety of needs such as domestic appliances, furniture, automotive, factory, and everyday. |
ScissorsMake tough cuts with strength and control. These scissors are always on hand and can be used for trimming leaves, cutting off tags, clipping coupons or emergency situations. |
Bottle OpenerMade of stainless steel, sturdy and durable this function opens wine, beer, soft drinks, soda water, coca cola and more. A tool that is great for professional bartenders or home use. |
The Four Cornerstones of Victorinox
The various tools of a Swiss Army Knife are manufactured from high-quality steel with precisely tuned features that are essential for the particular application. The steel is tempered, annealed and polished to achieve the necessary hardness and provide optimum resistance to corrosion. Every knife embodies our four cornerstones: quality, functionality, innovation and iconic design.
Functionality
The Swiss Army Knife is the ultimate multi-tool. Whether you need a magnifying glass to read fine print or a metal saw to cut through iron, the Swiss Army knife has your back. In addition to a blade, these gadgets include various implements such as screwdrivers, bottle openers, and scissors.
Innovation is our Tradition
Innovation is our tradition and has been ever since we patented the first Swiss Army Knife in 1897. Here in the Swiss Knife Valley, we take lumps of molten steel and blend with generations of experience to forge knives which are loved all over the world. As we continue to find new ways to improve our knives we also strive to apply better solutions that meet new requirements and our customers unarticulated needs.
Iconic Design
In 1891 Karl Elsener, the owner of Victorinox, was under contract by the Swiss Army to produce a folding pocket knife to be suitable for use by soldiers for opening canned food and disassembling the Swiss service rifle. Elsener invented a special spring mechanism allowing him to attach the tools on both sides of the handle, using the same spring to hold the tools in place. This innovative design meant Elsener could put twice as many features on the knife, which included a blade, a second smaller cutting blade, reamer, can-opener, screwdriver, corkscrew, and wood fiber grips. The Swiss Army Knife is the most recognizable icon of utility and smart design, and the knives are still made exclusively in only two factories in Switzerland.
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Number of Functions | 16 | 13 | 12 | 15 | 33 |
Size | 58mm | 84mm | 91mm | 91mm | 91mm |
Weight | 1.6oz | 1.9oz | 2.2oz | 3.4oz | 6.5oz |
Blade Length | 1.25" | 2.17" | 2.45" | 2.45" | 2.45" |
Stainless Steel | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Made in Switzerland | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Product Description
Product Description
Complete set of Swiss Army tools to use while camping, hiking, fishing, and more
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From the renowned company that created the Swiss Army Knife a century ago comes the Champion Plus, a complete set of tools for campers, hikers, hunters, fishers, picnic enthusiasts, and people all trades--all neatly contained in a single implement. Measuring just 3-1/2 inches long, the Champion Plus is stylishly cased in the famous red Swiss Army body that's recognized around the world. More importantly, the pocket knife contains 30 stainless-steel tools appropriate for just about any occasion. The standard camping tools include a large blade, a small blade, a corkscrew, a can opener, a bottle opener, a small screwdriver, a large screwdriver, a Phillips screwdriver, scissors, tweezers, and a toothpick. And that's just the beginning, as the Champion Plus also offers a punch reamer, multipurpose hook, wood saw, fish scaler, and hook disgorger. In short, there's no better accessory for camping, hunting, and fishing trips.
Should the basic tools not cut it, the Champion Plus steps up with a host of extras, including a metal file, metal saw, fine screwdriver, mini screwdriver, and chisel scraper. Add in such tools as a ruler, nail file, nail cleaner, magnifying glass, pressurized ball point pen, straight pen, sewing eye, and key ring and you're well equipped for everything from repairing holes in tents to reading the fine print on instructions.
As with all Victorinox items, the Champion Plus is made to exacting standards, with 60-plus individual parts and 450 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. Such care is unmatched, and is why the Champ series is recognized by such international experts as the New York Museum of Modern Art and the State Museum of Applied Art in Munich, both of which have selected it for their "excellence in design" collections. Outfitted with a nylon handle and an aluminum housing, the Champion Plus carries a lifetime warranty.
The Champion Plus measures just 3-1/2 inches long and contains 30 useful tools.
Champion Plus Features:
- Large blade, small blade
- Corkscrew, can opener, bottle opener
- Small screwdriver, large screwdriver
- Reamer, punch
- Key ring, tweezers, toothpick
- Scissors, multi-purpose hook
- Wood saw, fish scaler
- Hook disgorger, ruler
- Nail file, nail cleaner
- Metal file, metal saw
- Fine screwdriver, chisel/scraper
- Phillips screwdriver
- Magnifying glass, straight pen
- Pressurized ball point pen
- Mini screwdriver, sewing eye
About Swiss Army Knives
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.
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ASIN | B0009KF4GG |
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Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #501,811 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors) #1,679 in Camping Folding Knives |
Date First Available | July 2, 2004 |
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Customers like the quality, usefulness, and sharpness of the multitool. For example, they mention it's well built, effective, and has a decent quality blade. They appreciate the beautiful and thoughtful design. Opinions are mixed on the weight and ease of opening.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the multitool. They mention that it's well built, has a decent quality blade, and is substantial. Some appreciate the sturdy key ring. Overall, customers find it to be a high quality product for the money.
"...It gives me the scissors and blades, which are by far my two most commonly used items, as well as screwdriver, tweezers and toothpick, which I also..." Read more
"...Everything else about the knife is great, no flaws what so ever, but I went ahead and sharpened the small blade, can opener, chisel, and the awl/..." Read more
"...measurement in inches and metric, makes a great layout tool, suitable for detail work and is an effective straight edge; in addition it is narrow..." Read more
"...In my recent experience this steel is quite resistant to mechanical stress having as baseline the flat screwdriver when used to pry open panels on..." Read more
Customers find the multitool very useful for almost anything. They say each tool has its intended purpose and the use of these tools is only limited by your imagination. Customers say it has a lot of useful gadgets and is very manageable. They also say it helps them out of jams and with a variety of tasks. Customers are impressed with all of the gadgets, including the tiny screwdriver and the small magnifying glass.
"...The reason I like it so much is because it has all the cool stuff I want on my SAK and so I can carry it without making the choice I just talked..." Read more
"...They are very aggressive and definitely do their job...." Read more
"...The little fork tip works well to get sardines out of a can and the last piece of pickle herring out of the jar; it also works very well doing what..." Read more
"...The other screwdrivers and tools work well as far as I used them. I have not abuse it heavily yet...." Read more
Customers like the sharpness of the multitool. For example, they say the knives are sharp, the saw looks like you could take a small tree down with, and the scissors are incredible. They say the tools in this gadget are awesome, and can be made even sharper. Some say that the knife has not even lost its edge.
"...It has large and small blades, scissors, multiple screwdrivers, tweezers, and toothpicks...." Read more
"...The knife blades came fairly sharp. Definitely sharp enough to cut yourself, however, they were not sharp enough for my taste...." Read more
"...The wood saw does a good job doing what it is supposed to do; also works great on plastic plumbing pipe...." Read more
"...Which seems the case.The blades are really sharp, don't play with them and when closing them don't understimate their length, I found..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the multitool. They mention that the design is beautiful, thoughtful, and extremely well designed. They also say that it makes a great layout tool, suitable for detail work, and compliments their Leatherman quite well. Customers also appreciate the creative small tools that fit into the housing, including tweezers. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...carving; capable of measurement in inches and metric, makes a great layout tool, suitable for detail work and is an effective straight edge; in..." Read more
"The Victorinox Swiss Champ Plus is a very well designed multi-tool...." Read more
"...It's sleek and not too heavy but has a comfortable weight to it that makes it feel sturdy...." Read more
"...tools here, but if you are unfamiliar..they are all extremely well designed, well made and rugged...." Read more
Customers like the fit of the multitool. They say it is the absolute perfect size, the fit and finish is perfect, and the size is nice. They also mention that the width and height are almost identical, and that the tools line up quite well.
"...plus being too bulky and cumbersome but I find it to be the absolutely perfect size...." Read more
"...serrated edge is very useful in pumpkin carving; capable of measurement in inches and metric, makes a great layout tool, suitable for detail work..." Read more
"...- I like having both the larger and smaller cutting blades, especially for whittling...." Read more
"...Fit and finish are first rate, as is always the case with Victorinox products...." Read more
Customers like the gift. They say it's a great gift for any knife collector or handyman. They also say it makes a perfect retirement gift for a friend heading out for. a month of camping. Customers also mention that the tool set comes in a nice box.
"...I'll eventually get a case for this. Made great gifts, too, when Amazon offered them at incredible prices!" Read more
"...Hopefully as time progress they will be easier to open. Great gift, great price." Read more
"...Comes in a nice box (just plain with formed lining) and complete instructions on all the features...." Read more
"Price was fantastic, packaging is very nice, the amount of tools packed into the tiny space is amazing, and even more amazing is the utility, ability..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the weight of the multitool. Some mention that it has enough to be versatile, without being too big or heavy. They say it sits comfortably in their pocket. However, other customers feel that it's too bulky for an everyday pocket knife and is a bit large as an everyday-carrier. They also mention that the product is quite heavy to keep in your pocket.
"...It fits in my pocket just fine, but I normally keep it in a belt sheath just because I don't want it getting all scratched up and full of lent in..." Read more
"...It is slightly larger than the Super Tinker (because of the saw), but I don't really notice the difference carrying it around...." Read more
"...has a distinctive stop at the 90 degree position, makes it easier to use in tight spaces or when extra torque is needed when tightening fasteners...." Read more
"...Yes its kinda big...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of opening the multitool. Some mention that all the tools are easy to open, pull, and access. However, others say that the tools were hard to open and figure out.
"...As for sharpening: Removing blade material was no problem, however, fine tuning and the removal of the microtooth sliver of metal that hung over..." Read more
"...Honestly, what else would you expect. It may seem difficult to get to certain tools, and you may have preferred one tool be in another location...." Read more
"...The tools are easy to pull, it came very well oiled, the oil was literally dripping on some parts...." Read more
"...If I had to nitpick: the knife is at first a bit hard to open...." Read more
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Naturally, when it comes to which SAK to buy, there are fundamental choices to be made about what size of SAK you want as well as what functionality. Obviously, that can be personal preference. So, while I'm not going to list the features of each type of SAK, I'll talk about why I like particular knives (or don't) comparing their feature based on my preferences. I think I'm probably fairly "typical", but if you have different preferences your opinions won't necessarily match mine, of course.
I've divided my review up into "small", "medium", "medium plus", and large SAKs.
Small SAK (Swiss Army Knife):
Victorinox Swiss Army Rambler Pocket Knife
Link: https://amzn.com/B000FNFXQS
The Swiss Army Rambler is really amazing in that it gives me the items I by far use the most in a SAK so small it basically disappears in your pocket. There is fundamentally no difference in overall weight or feel to "how much stuff is my pocket" by adding this SAK. It gives me the scissors and blades, which are by far my two most commonly used items, as well as screwdriver, tweezers and toothpick, which I also use quite a bit. I don't use the bottle opener too much, but it's a nice core item to have as well.
So, basically this knife gives me 90%+ of what I really use in a package so small I barely notice I'm carrying it. That's really hard to beat. If I wasn't greedy about wanting things on my every day carry (EDC) SAK (Swiss Army Knife), this would probably be the knife I use every day. As it stands, I mostly use this one when I have dress pants or otherwise less room than usual and one of the bigger ones when I'm jeans (for example).
Victorinox Jetsetter 3 Pocket Knife
Link: https://amzn.com/B00932EPYI
I bought this for the obvious reason of it's a very small knife that can theoretically get you through TSA at the aiport. I thought having a pair of scissors and the screwdriver with me on trips would be nice. The problem is after reading reviews, I've never really had the motivation to try to get it through TSA security. While most people seem to be able to do it fine, it does seem to "draw attention" more than I'd really like according to other people's reviews. So, I've just never bothered to do it.
Given that, I can't really give this version a fair review. If you want to get it scissors on a plane, it sounds like it works. I just haven't had the energy to test that theory when push came to shove.
Medium SAKs:
I'm also a big fan all of the knives in my "medium" category quite a bit. Which one works for you is really a matter of what features you want and if an additional feature is worth the, typically minor, increase in weight. These are 3 of my favorites.
Victorinox Swiss Army Super Tinker Pocket Knife
Link: https://amzn.com/B000MLU8PE
This version is a great option for me. This has all the core items I use regularly as well as some I use less frequently in a size that fits in pocket without being distracted (although it doesn't "disappear" into my pocket like the smaller rambler does. It has large and small blades, scissors, multiple screwdrivers, tweezers, and toothpicks. So, all the core things that I really use the SAK for at a very reasonable size. I don't really notice it in my pocket, but it doesn't quite "disappear" in my pocket with my rambler. I think overall it's a great combination of functionality and size.
Victorinox Swiss Army Fieldmaster Pocket Knife (Red)
Link: https://amzn.com/B00006IS69
The main advantage to me of this one over the Super Tinker is it has the wood saw. While I don't use the wood saw often, I actually use it more than you would think and it works quite well. It is slightly larger than the Super Tinker (because of the saw), but I don't really notice the difference carrying it around. Whether or not you would like it over the tinker depends on how much you want a wood saw.
Victorinox Swiss Army Explorer Plus Pocket Knife (Red)
Link: https://amzn.com/B0007QCOYM
This is another excellent option in the "medium" size SAKs. It has a lot of the elements I really like about the Champ Plus: the eyeglass screwdrivers, the pen, the pin, the magnifying glass, but is not as bulky. Two key things missing from Champion Plus are fish scaler / ruler (which I don't care much about) and the wood saw (which actually I do like as I said earlier). While I like this one A LOT whether or not I use it compared to the Army Fieldmaster depends on if I'm in a wood saw mood or a magnifying glass, eyeglass screwdriver, pen, pin mood. It's also slightly bulkier than the Fieldmaster. I use this one most of the time when I'm not using my champ plus because I typically use things like the magnifying glass and pen more than the wood saw. Also, the screwdriver isn't the "T" screwdriver, which is a bit easier. I also like having an eyeglass screwdriver with me. So, if I had to recommend one SAK to someone, it is probably this one.
Medium Plus SAK:
Victorinox Champion Plus Knife
Link: https://amzn.com/B0009KF4GG
This is one I probably carry more than I should. I like it more than the Champ version (not listed in my review) because it doesn't have the pliers which add significant size and I personally find not very useful. The pliers are too small to get good torque. If I want pliers I end up pulling out a "real" set.
It is of a size that it it is small enough to be an EDC (every day carry) tool, but really just barely in my opinion. It's noticeably bigger than the SAKs I have listed in my medium section, which is why I call it "medium plus". I notice when it's in my pocket, but it's not a nuisance...especially when I'm in jeans. The reason I like it so much is because it has all the cool stuff I want on my SAK and so I can carry it without making the choice I just talked about of do I want the wood saw or do I want the the magnifying glass, glass screwdriver, pen, and pin. With the Champion plus, I get them all! Basically, there isn't any feature I really want on my SAK that isn't on this version. So, I'm willing to put up with something that's a little larger to have the "all in one" feel to it that this has. At least, when I'm wearing jeans or maybe dockers. When I'm in pure dress pants, it's time for one of the smaller SAKs.
Large SAK:
Victorinox Swiss Army CyberTool 41 Translucent Pocket Knife (Translucent Ruby)
Link: https://amzn.com/B000LKBHJM
I'm not going to give this one a very long review, but basically it has absolutely everything I can imagine wanting even if I'm not really going to use it. :) So, I own it on the theory that rather than carrying it on my person (it's too big to carry regularly), it can sit in a drawer or a glove box and I can pull it out when I need it. The problem is, for me anyway, in practice that never happens. By the time I'm going to a drawer to pull out a tool, I can just pull out one of my normal screwdrivers (or whatever) so I do that instead. So, basically this one never gets used. But, I like the IDEA of it a lot. It's cool to own. :) If you are in a situation where you needing a smallish one size fits all tool that doesn't have to go in your pocket, I think this could be awesome.
Victorinox Swiss Army SwissChamp Pocket Knife
by VictorinoxLink: https://amzn.com/B0001GS19U
This SAK is basically the Champ Plus only with pliers. As I mentioned, I don't think terribly much of the pliers, but if I'm just throwing it in a drawer or a glove compartment and not trying to carry it around, why not have one with the pliers. :) I do own one I keep in my car for that reason. Too big to EDC for me.
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Summary: Which SAK you use depends on what you want in terms of size and features. But, to someone not sure, I'd recommend the Victorinox Swiss Army Explorer Plus Pocket Knife (Red) (Link: https://amzn.com/B0007QCOYM). It is a great combination of some of the cool features that I use the most often. If want something really small, go with the rambler. If you can tolerate something a bit bigger, go with the Champ Plus. If you aren't going to carry it and stick it in a glove compartment or drawer, the Champ has everything really. :)
I've read many negative reviews about how the Swiss Army knife fell apart or how the scales became unglued and fell off or how the blade goes dull after one day of use and I can assure you of 1 thing...they were not using a Victorinox, but instead one of the cheap Chinese knockoffs that can be found at any dollar store; also scales on a Victorinox snap onto little brass bushings protruding from the frame pins so there is absolutely no glue involved!
I got my first Victorinox 16 years ago. It was one of the smaller executive models and I've used and abused it quite a bit over the years and it still functions like new. Many people complain about the champion plus being too bulky and cumbersome but I find it to be the absolutely perfect size. It fits in my pocket just fine, but I normally keep it in a belt sheath just because I don't want it getting all scratched up and full of lent in my pocket. I would consider it much less obtrusive in my pocket than my smartphone and everyone carries one of those now days so I don't see what everyone is whining about. Long story short, this knife is Amazing and it's a shame that Victorinox discontinued it several years ago...the only plus is that now you can get one dirt-cheap!
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Sus únicos defectos son dos:
1- Los costados son platicosos y se rayan con gran facilidad. De hecho, la mía llegó rayada y tuve que tramitar un reemplazo. La que tengo ahora se rayó con las llaves así que ya ni me molesté en reclamar.
2- Se oxida fácil y hay qué prestar atención aquí: la lima para uñas la lavé UNA VEZ y se comenzó a oxidar. Desde entonces, el óxido sigue aumentando. No sé qué tan normal sea eso pero sí me decepcionó un poco.
Como navaja suiza es espectacular, pero espero la marca no caiga en comenzar a recortar costos de calidad en materia prima.