As a cutting tool the pioneer compares favorably with the case sodbuster jr. The knife blade is perfect for light duty and keeps an edge. It holds its edge well and is easy to sharpen.

Victorinox deserves this loyalty because of its well-earned reputation for producing consistently a superbly crafted knife with unmatched workmanship over all these years. The alox pioneer is my favorite swiss army knife.

The blade and assorted tools are easy to open and snap closed with authority. The reamer / punch is my most used tool and acts as a secondary blade, a prying tool and can be opened one handed to be used as a very-last-ditch self defence tool. The tool...  Read More

The pioneer is heavier, thicker, and a lot more solid thanks in part to its stronger back springs. The springs are just a little bit stiffer. The textured metal makes it easier to grip and won't break like the plastic ones. The scales on this item are...  Read More

Far less bulky than most of this type, but still very useful. It's not too big/heavy and is slim enough to ride in your pocket comfortably all day.

But my gripe is that i ordered a white one and a black one was delivered.