Nowadays, the Victorinox Swiss army knife is a synonym of versatility and quality and any of them treated with care must last you many years. Not for nothing, Victorinox backs up all their pocket knives with a lifetime warranty against any defects in material and workmanship. However, to be sure to fully enjoy these practical small tools during lots of years to come, there are certain tips to follow to take care of them properly.
The material of which Victorinox pocket knives are crafted is stainless steel. This steel has a high resistant to corrosion. However, this doesn't mean that the blade or the joint mechanisms will not rust if proper care is neglect during a long period of time. Fresh water, lemon juice, and orange juice are some substances that could eventually rust your pocket knife. So, every now and then be sure to wash your Victorinox. How to do this? Never put it in a dishwasher. Instead, introduce the pocket knife in warm water and open and close every tool sometimes to be sure that any rusting agent is wash away of the Swiss army knife.
To further maintain your pocket knife, it is a good idea to apply a drop of oil between the spring and the blade or tool shank. But not any oil will do. Remember that we will probably be using our Victorinox with food, so the oil should be suitable for use with foodstuffs.
Sharpen your knife regularly. This is not only a good advice for maintaining the usability of your pocket knife, but a safety measure too. A sharp blade is safer because you will not be applying too much force when cutting something lessening the chances of slipping.
Conclusion: following these simple maintaining tips will ensure you to enjoy your Victorinox Swiss army knife during many years to come.
