Victorinox Swiss Army Knife Ranger 79 M Grip 130mm Red Black 0.9563.MCB1

Description

Victorinox Swiss Army Knife Ranger 79 M Grip 130mm (Red/Black) — 0.9563.MCB1 Step up from the familiar 91mm Swiss Army Knife pattern and you enter genuinely different territory — the Ranger 79 is a large-format, 130mm knife built for serious outdoor and field work, not everyday pocket carry. This is the size and toughness a fisherman, hunter, or serious outdoorsman reaches for when the tasks at hand are bigger than trimming a thread or opening a package: field-dressing, heavier cutting, notching wood, and generally demanding conditions where a compact knife would fall short. The M Grip handle is the defining feature here — a textured, ergonomic red-and-black scale design that provides genuinely secure purchase even with wet, cold, or gloved hands, a real practical upgrade over the smooth Cellidor scales found on standard models. The large blade actually locks — a notable departure from the slip-joint mechanism most Swiss Army Knives use — giving genuine confidence during harder cutting tasks where blade stability matters. Alongside it: a wood saw for cutting kindling or clearing branches, large and small screwdrivers, a can opener, a bottle opener, and a reamer for piercing. Every tool folds and locks with a firm, confident snap from the spring-loaded detent, and the main blade's locking mechanism adds a genuine extra layer of security for demanding field use — always disengage the lock properly before folding. Made in Ibach-Schwyz, Switzerland, and backed by Victorinox's lifetime guarantee against manufacturing defects. Who This Knife Is For Hunters, anglers, and serious outdoorsmen who need a genuinely larger, tougher knife than the standard 91mm pocket range, and anyone who values a secure locking blade and grippy handle for demanding field conditions. Full Specifications Attribute Detail Brand Victorinox (Switzerland) Model Ranger 79 M Grip SKU / Article No. 0.9563.MCB1 Closed Length 130mm Handle M Grip textured, Red/Black Implements Large locking blade, wood saw, large and small screwdrivers, can opener, bottle opener, reamer Blade Type Locking main blade (unlike most Swiss Army Knife slip-joints) Country of Manufacture Switzerland (Ibach-Schwyz) Warranty Victorinox lifetime guarantee against material and manufacturing defects Best Uses Hunting, fishing, field work, heavy-duty outdoor tasks Frequently Asked Questions Why is this so much bigger than the standard Swiss Army Knife? The Ranger 79 line is built specifically for serious outdoor demands where a compact 91mm pocket knife isn't enough blade or leverage — genuine field use rather than everyday carry. Does the locking blade change how I should use it? The lock gives extra security during cutting, but always release it properly using the mechanism before folding — treat it with the same care as any locking folder. What does the M Grip handle actually improve? Its textured surface gives noticeably more secure purchase than smooth Cellidor scales, particularly valuable when hands are wet, cold, or gloved — genuinely practical for fishing and hunting conditions. Can I carry this on a plane? Only in checked luggage — pocket knives of any size, especially larger locking blades, are prohibited in carry-on baggage under standard aviation security rules. Why Buy From Red Rhino Kenya? • 100% genuine Victorinox — sourced through authorised channels • Fast delivery across Nairobi and shipping countrywide • Backed by Victorinox's lifetime warranty • Trusted Kenyan retailer for genuine international kitchen brands Explore more compact everyday-carry models like the Victorinox Spartan and Camper, or browse the full Victorinox collection at Red Rhino.