Victorinox Spartan Blue Transparent Pocket Knife

When a power cut or storm leaves small practical jobs to handle at home, a hand tool that does not rely on mains power can be useful. The Victorinox Spartan Blue Transparent is a folding pocket knife for suitable everyday tasks around the home and at camp. It earns a place in a preparedness setup as a straightforward tool to keep with household supplies.

Store it folded and use it carefully for appropriate cutting tasks. The product information does not specify individual tools or dimensions, so check the knife itself before relying on it for a particular job. Practise careful handling in a calm setting before you need to use it.

Where it fits in your kit

• Home emergency box — keep a hand tool with household supplies.
• Home tool drawer — have it available for suitable everyday tasks.
• Shed or woodstore — keep it with tools used around the home.
• Camp kitchen — use it for appropriate food preparation tasks.
• Bushcraft and woodland work — keep it with camp tools for suitable jobs.

Prep tips

• Store the knife folded in a consistent place so you can find it when needed.
• Keep it clean and dry after use, and check its condition periodically.
• Practise safe handling before adding it to your household preparedness supplies.
• Store it out of reach of children and use it only for tasks it is suited to.