Victorinox Pioneer X vs Compact - Is this my new favourite everyday carry?

In this video I review the Victorinox Pioneer X Swiss Army Knife and compare it with the Victorinox Compact to see which will be my Everyday Carry - or EDC - winner. This Pioneer X featured is a Victorinox Limited Edition Model in the 2021 orange colour. Nothing has yet replaced may Victorinox Compact as my favourite EDC pocket carry knife. But the Pioneer X is a real contender.

My name is Jonathan, I have a passion for all things 'gadget, travel and EDC' which has filled both my personal and work life for many years. This includes sourcing, reviewing and product development and the creation of two UK national retail chains. Find out more here:    • About Jon Gadget - Who and Why  

This channel is here to help you find great travel and carry gear on the back of solid and detailed reviews along with years of experience. I also hope to give you ideas and inspiration when it comes to everyday carry gear, travel gear and gadgets, which make life a little bit easier and perhaps more fun.

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Amazon Links:
Victorinox Pioneer X Alox https://geni.us/SElFKy
Victorinox Compact https://geni.us/oJZU2b0
Victorinox Explorer https://geni.us/rHkP
Pocket Hanger Keysmart Nano https://geni.us/ltT

Contents of this video to help you navigate:

00:00 Intro
00:25 What's in the box
01:26 Alox and the Limited Edition
02:55 Comparing the Victorinox Pioneer X with the Compact
04:12 The Blade
06:05 The Scissors
07:38 The Can Opener Screwdriver
08:12 The Large Screwdriver Cap Lifter
09:00 The Awl
10:19 Comparing features and dimensions with Compact
16:05 The winner is....
17:25 Cost comparison
18:03 Conclusion and Outro

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