10 Recommended Totoku Knives and Summary of Precautions for Usage and Possession

Summary of Totoku knife. We will explain the recommended products of Totoku Knife, how to use the functions and the violation of the Firearm and Sword Law by carrying around. Swiss manufacturers are famous, but there are various types such as can openers, pliers and bottle openers. Get your favorite item and use it habitually! It's a great beginner Multi Tool.

What is a Totoku knife?

The Totoku knife is a folding camping knife with various functions such as a screwdriver, scissors, a file, and a saw in addition to the knife blade. There are multiple types, such as wine openers, bottle openers, and can openers. It has been used in large quantities by the military since the First and Second World Wars.

Can possession of a Totoku knife violate the Minor Crimes Act and the Firearm and Sword Act?

Hiding a knife without a good reason touches the misdemeanor law, and the Totoku knife is one of them. In other words, it is possible to carry it for a good cause, but in the past, there are cases where a person who had such a thing in the car was sent a document in case of a disaster.

How to use the Totoku knife

Many Totoku knives do not know how to use them because of their many functions. Taking Victorinox's rescue tool as an example, for example, ⑥ wire stripper in the photo is for removing the coating of electric wires, ⑨ Keyring is for bundling keys, and ⑪ Toothpick is for toothpicks.

Victorinox rescue tool

"Can be used in various scenes."

"A tool that seems to be more convenient than I expected."

"It seems to be a must-have item outdoors."

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One of the most common functions is "can opener," but it seems that many people are troubled by this usage. Make a hole by pushing the pointed part along the edge of the can.

10 recommended Totoku knives

Victorinox Classic SD

This model has all the functions necessary for daily life, such as the standard small blade, small scissors and nail file. With a carrying size of 58mm and a weight of 22g, it is the most popular product because it is easy to carry around at any time. There are nine colors in total.

[7 functions]

・ Small blade (small blade)

・ Scissors

・ Nail file

・ Flat-blade screwdriver 2.5mm

・ Keyring

・ Toothpick

tweezers

"After all, classical music is convenient."

"I bought it to keep it handy in my house. Very convenient. Open a candy bag, cut a frayed thread, or hangnail your fingers. It has become difficult to take it outside and wear it all the time, but it works well even inside the house."

"The mini champ is also cool, but for everyday use, it's probably this."

Victorinox Soldier Knife

It is a Totoku knife that Swiss soldiers have been using for over 100 years, and it is a model with excellent impact resistance. With a one-handed blade with a lock. It has evolved to be even more robust and lighter than the previous model.

[10 functions]

・ Large blade with wave blade (large blade)

・ Reamer (drilling) / punch

・ Stripping

Wire stripper

・ Flat-blade screwdriver 5mm

・ Saw

・ Phillips screwdriver (Phillips type)

・ Can cut

・ Flat-blade screwdriver 3mm

・ Keyring

"Except for the old Wenger ranger system, it has the largest blade length."

"Equipped with a thumb hole. Furthermore, a bottle opener, a can opener driver, a saw and a drill."

"This price is necessary and sufficient (although it is different for each person)."

"I don't think there is any loss in having it."

"However, because it is perfect for the gun sword method."

"The purchase needs a clear purpose."

Victorinox Traveler

It is a "Classic SD" model with a large blade and a 5mm flat-blade screwdriver and has 14 functions. It also comes with a corkscrew and a can opener, which is also helpful for self-catering and camping during mountain climbing. There are five colors in total.

[14 functions]

・ Large blade (large blade)

・ Small blade (small blade)

・ Can cut

・ Flat-blade screwdriver 3mm

・ Stripping

Wire stripper

・ Flat-blade screwdriver 5mm

・ Reamer (drilling) / punch

・ Without cork

・ Scissors

・ Multi hook

・ Toothpick

tweezers

・ Keyring

"It's just the right size."

"It is not too big, has many functions, and is easy to use. I think it's good for traveling, business trips, and the outdoors. I use scissors quite often, but the scissors from this company are very sharp and useful. And since there are many functions such as a wine opener that can be used at home, it may be used as a tool for anything that you put in your room."

Leatherman Wave

A representative model of Leatherman, it is a high-spec Totoku knife with many functions. Leatherman's tools are pliers-type tools, mainly pliers, and it is said that this type of multi-tool has the highest sales in the world. High quality that even professionals can understand.

[17 functions]

・ Needle nose pliers

・ Regular pliers

・ Wirecutter

・ Hard wire cutter

・ 420HC straight blade knife

・ 420HC wave blade knife

・ Saw

・ Scissors

・ Woodworking/metal file

・ Diamond coating file

・ Large bit driver

・ Small bit driver

・ Flat-blade screwdriver (M)

・ Ruler (19 cm / 8 inch)

・ Bottle opener / can opener

Wire stripper

"If you are buying a multi-tool for the first time, WAVE is definitely for you. It meets all the basic performance and is sturdy. Tools are "lost money for cheap purchases," and they often break or break if they are cheap. You may want more features and buy more, but WAVE is one that you sometimes want to take out and use."

Leatherman signal

This model is designed for a harsher survival environment and comes with a fire starter and rescue whistle, making it a valuable item to carry in the event of a disaster. It also comes with a wire cutter and wrench to substitute for a household toolbox.

[19 functions]

・ Needle nose pliers

・ Regular pliers

・ 154CM replaceable wire cutter

・ 154CM replaceable hard wire cutter

・ 420HC straight blade wave blade combo knife

・ Saw

hammer

・ Rescue whistle

・ Firestarter (ferrocerium rod)

・ 1/4" hexagonal bit driver

・ Large bit driver

・ two types of box wrenches (1/4", 3/16")

・ Carabiner

・ Diamond coating sharpener

・ Kiri with string hole

・ Bottle opener / can opener

Wire stripper

[Attached bit]

・ Phillips screwdriver # 1-2 & 3/16" Flat screwdriver

"So good!"

"It's not just an outdoor specification; it's an epoch-making and original high-spec multi-tool in the entire product lineup designed for harsh survival conditions." Is true! I wanted such a tool as soon as possible."

Leatherman Wingman

It is a more closely related model related to daily life and comes with scissors, a ruler, and a package opener. Of course, it also comes with a can opener, so it has just the proper functionality for camping. The included Carabiner is unique in that it can also be used as a bottle opener.

[14 functions]

・ Spring action needle nose pliers

・ Spring action regular pliers

・ Spring action wire cutter

・ 420HC straight blade wave blade combo knife

・ Scissors

・ Package opener

・ Woodworking/metal file

・ Flat-blade screwdriver (S)

・ Flat-blade screwdriver (M)

・ Phillips screwdriver

・ Ruler (3.8 cm / 1.5 inch)

・ Bottle opener / can opener

"Used for in-vehicle tools and DIY."

"It is made to feel like a leatherman. The extension of each part, the response of the lock, and the grip of the handle are different from those of other companies' multi-tools."

"If you wipe it off after getting wet, it will not rust and can be used for a long time."

Gerber Multiplier Suspension 1471

Gerber has a reputation for quality and durability and is officially adopted by police and the military in each country. The suspension multiplier is a low-priced yet highly functional model with 13 functions, including two knives. Being a baggage hook is unique.

[13 functions]

・ Knife (2 types)

・ Phillips screwdriver

Minus driver
bottle opener

・ Can opener

・ Wire stopper

・ Scissors

・ Saw

・ Pliers

・ Baggage hook

・ Wirecutter

"This weight is good."

"The feeling of holding it is unexpectedly heavy, but this weight makes me feel a sense of trust. Looking at the design, it is also good that it makes you feel like using it roughly."

Gerber Multiplier Bear Grylls Compact

It is a conscious survival scene named after the British adventurer "Bear Grylls." The storage size is about 63 mm, which is small and lightweight, so it is very convenient to carry. Equipped with ten functions that are frequently used in daily life.

[10 functions]

・ Pliers

・ Wirecutter

・ Straight blade/wave blade knife

・ Bottle opener

・ Plus (+) screwdriver

・ Minus (-) screwdriver (large and small)

・ Lanyard ring

"Good product."

"It's a Gerber-like product. As for pliers, my product fits well enough to remove tweezers. There is no problem with knives, and if you are not satisfied with the sharpness, you can sharpen it. Some of them are price-appropriate, but you don't have to worry about Gerber."

Gerber Mini Multiplier DIME

It is a tiny and lightweight slide-open type model with a storage capacity of about 70 mm and a weight of about 66 g. Functional configuration is closely related to daily life, such as package openers and scissors. It is a size that does not get in the way even if you carry it as a key chain.

[7 functions]

・ Pliers/wire cutter

・ Straight blade

bottle opener
Minus driver

・ Scissors

tweezers

・ Package opener

"Although it is a small mini plier, it has a solid function as a plier."

"It would be great if it had a can opener function, but in an emergency, if you are prepared to crush the blade, you can open the knife part as well."

Northman Titanium Camping KT-525

A trivet tool that allows you to carry a spoon and fork in addition to a knife. The spoon and separation can be used separately, so it is easy to use. Made of titanium, it is light and very convenient not only for camping but also for mountaineering.

[5 functions]

spoon
fork
Knife

・ Can opener

・ Bottle opener

"I used to use a similar product made of stainless steel, but I was attracted to the sound of titanium and bought it. The Knife can be cut, and above all, it should not rust. I'm satisfied."

You can bring out the functions you want compactly! Totoku knife

Gerber Gear

The Totoku knife is handy in outdoor self-catering scenes. Since you can carry many functions compactly, I think it is safe to keep it in an emergency bag. Since it includes cutlery, I want to be careful when handling it.

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