Victorinox Huntsman Swiss Army Knife, 15 Functions, Swiss Made Pocket Knife - Red Review (2026)

Who this knife is for

The Huntsman is built for campers who want one compact tool for everyday tasks rather than heavy mechanical repair work. Victorinox lists 15 functions on this model, including a large blade, small blade, corkscrew, wood saw, scissors, can opener, bottle opener, two screwdrivers, a wire stripper, and a reamer with punch and sewing awl. That spread covers food prep, opening cans and bottles, small cuts and light sewing repairs, which suits car campers, hikers and day-trip users. It is a poor match for anyone who needs pliers for wire work, tent pole repair or gripping small hardware, since Victorinox's own function list for this model does not include a pliers tool.

Size, materials and build

Victorinox lists the Huntsman at 3.6 inches long, 1 inch wide and 0.8 inches thick, weighing 3.4 ounces, small enough to carry in a pocket, bag or glovebox without adding real bulk. The blades and tools are stainless steel, while the red scales are made from ABS and Cellidor, a shockproof plastic Victorinox uses across its Swiss Army Knife line for durability and grip. The knife is manufactured in Switzerland. It does not lock its blades open and is not designed for one-handed opening, both common traits of traditional slipjoint-style Swiss Army knives, which trade some blade rigidity for a slimmer, safer-folding profile than a modern one-hand tactical folder.

Using it at camp

In daily camp use, the large blade handles food prep and general cutting, the small blade suits fine work like trimming cord, the can and bottle openers cover meal and drink prep without a separate tool, and the wood saw can process kindling-size sticks for a campfire, though it is not meant for large logs. The scissors are handy for cutting tape, bandages or packaging, and the reamer with sewing awl can punch holes or make small repairs to gear or clothing. Because the blades are not locking, use normal folding-knife caution during firmer cuts. Victorinox backs the Huntsman with a lifetime warranty against material and manufacturing defects, which is a meaningful signal of expected long-term durability.

How it compares with other camp multi-tools

Against dedicated multi-tools built around pliers, like the Leatherman Wave Plus and the original LEATHERMAN Wave, the Huntsman trades mechanical repair capability for a slimmer, lighter, more pocketable design focused on cutting, food prep and light tasks. Victorinox's own larger SwissChamp offers more functions in a bulkier package, while the smaller Victorinox Camper trims down to 13 functions in a similar slim form. Gerber's Suspension-NXT splits the difference with pliers in a compact frame. If you expect to fix tent poles, tighten hardware or strip wire at camp, a pliers-based tool is the better primary pick; the Huntsman works well as a lighter secondary or everyday-carry tool alongside one.

Verdict and who should pick something else

The Huntsman earns our score of 8.4 out of 10 for genuine Swiss-made quality, a useful spread of 15 functions and a lifetime warranty, all in a slim, easy-to-carry package. It is a strong pick for campers who want a reliable everyday tool for food prep, opening containers and light repairs. Choose a pliers-equipped multi-tool like the Leatherman Wave Plus instead if you expect to do mechanical repairs, wire work or anything that needs a gripping tool, since the Huntsman's function list does not include pliers and is not designed to replace one.

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