How to Take Care of Victorinox Swiss Army Knives

Victorinox guarantees all their pocketknives and multi tools with a lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship. So, if proper care is applied, there is no reason for not enjoying these helpful tools for many years to come. In fact, given all the things that a Swiss army knife does for us, it is not unreasonable to spend a couple of minutes to take care of our handy companion.

The stainless steel of a Victorinox Swiss Army Knife has a high resistance to corrosion. However, this does not mean that the blade or the joint mechanism will not rust if proper care is neglected for a long period of time. Some substances, like freshwater, lemon juice or orange juice can eventually rust your pocketknife shortening its lifespan. To avoid this, wash your Victorinox pocketknife or multi tool from time to time. The most common mistake is to put it in a dishwasher. Never do this! The high temperature, the cleaning salts and the strong cleaning agents used in a dishwasher can cause damage to your knife. Instead, put the knife in warm water and open and close all the tools several times till the tools can be easily moved again.

A good idea to prevent the rust in your pocketknife is to apply a drop of oil between the spring and the blade or the tool shank. The only thing to consider is that if you use the knife with food, the oil must be compatible with foodstuffs. Finally, sharpen your knife regularly. This is not only good advice to maintain the usability of your pocketknife, but also a security measure. A sharp blade is safer because you will not need to apply too much force when cutting and that reduces the risk of slipping.

Conclusion: if you follow these simple tips for maintaining your Victorinox Swiss Army knife, your knife will reward you with its trusty help during lots of years to come.