We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Despite its military origin, the Swiss Army Knife (SAK) has gained renown for its practicality that even civilians can enjoy — it also ...

Go awl out. Used to punch holes in leather, wood, and textiles, awls have been around since ancient times. The best part of an awl-punctured hole is that it doesn’t leave a cut line, so the hole is ...

Beyond opening a bottle of wine or pulling out a splinter, SAKs offer many imaginative hacks, from serving as a phone stand to helping pick a lock. As a kid, I started carrying around a Swiss Army ...