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Victorinox Explorer vs Victorinox Waiter
Victorinox Explorer ($65) vs Victorinox Waiter ($23) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right swiss army.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Victorinox Explorer | Victorinox Waiter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $65 | $23 |
| Weight | 101g | 35g |
| Material | Stainless steel tools | Stainless steel tools |
| Weight | 101g (Victorinox published) | 35g (Victorinox published) |
| Functions | 16 | 9 |
| Closed length | 3.6 in | — |
| Length | — | 84 mm |
Pros & Cons
Victorinox Explorer
- 16 functions including scissors and a corkscrew
- Magnifier and hook are uncommon
- 101 g is a lot for a pocket knife
- No locking blade
Victorinox Waiter
- 35 g
- Corkscrew and bottle opener in a small body
- $23
- One blade
- Length is listed as 84 mm without saying closed
Victorinox Waiter is the better value at $23. Both are part of our curated swiss army index — tap through to check current pricing.
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