The Victorinox “Swiss Army Knife” is one of the most recognizable pocket knives in the world; from the red handles to the cross and shield emblem.  Karl Elsener, founder of Victorinox, began supplying knives to soldiers of the Swiss Army in 1891 (Soldier’s Knife) and eventually produced the Swiss Officer and Sports Knife in 1897.  Victorinox is a combination of two words; Elsener’s mother Victoria (Victor) and the word for stainless steel (Inox).

Victorinox Swiss Army Knives from the 1950s – 70s. Note the early horn handle in the middle with exposed rivets.

The Swiss Army Knife became popular in the United States when GI’s returning from WWII brought them back as souvenirs.  In order to establish an age for a Swiss Army Knife,  tang stamps, rivets, blade styles and more must be considered.  Highly sought after Vintage Victorinox Swiss Army Knives include the following models:  Pioneer, Swisschamp, Farmer, Elinox Pioneer, Tourist, Fisherman, Seaman, Camper, and knives issued for VSAKCS I appreciate any traffic from these links as I earn a commission when an item is purchased, at no extra cost to you.

1957-1960 Vintage VICTORINOX VICTORIA OFFICIER SUISSE Swiss Army Knife
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1957-1960 Vintage VICTORINOX VICTORIA OFFICIER SUISSE Swiss Army Knife
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Vintage Victorinox 58mm BIJOU Swiss Army Knife NOS
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Vintage Victorinox 58mm BIJOU Swiss Army Knife NOS
Victorinox Vintage Grand Prix Swiss Army Knife Multi Tool!
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Vintage Victorinox Golfer 53811 Swiss Army Knife NOS
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Vintage Victorinox Golfer 53811 Swiss Army Knife NOS
Vintage Swiss Army Knife Victorinox Victoria Suisse Officier
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Vintage Swiss Army Knife Victorinox Victoria Suisse Officier
Vintage Victorinox Outdoorsman Unlimited Marlboro Swiss Army Knife Damaged V230
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Vintage Victorinox Outdoorsman Unlimited Marlboro Swiss Army Knife Damaged V230
Vintage Victorinox Armee Suisse Victoria Folding Knife Multi Tool Bail Pins 91mm
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Vintage Victorinox Armee Suisse Victoria Folding Knife Multi Tool Bail Pins 91mm
Victorinox HANDYMAN Swiss Army Knife - Red - 91mm - Vintage
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Tiffany & Co. Vintage Victorinox Knife Sterling & 18K Swiss Army Knife 58mm SAK
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Vintage Victorinox GAK MILITARY TROOPER SAFARI SURVIVAL KNIFE
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VINTAGE Victorinox Swiss Army Knife Vintage Elinox Rostfei
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VINTAGE Victorinox Swiss Army Knife Vintage Elinox Rostfei

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