Commemorating the Wild Year with a Victorinox Alox Cadet
A Wild Year
The past 12 months have been the wildest of my life, and even that is an understatement. To commemorate the COVID-19 years and remind myself of how crazy it’s been, I picked up a Victorinox Swiss Army Knife - Alox - Cadet.
A Design That Captivates
I've always wanted an Alox model ever since I purchased the Alox 8GB USB drive and found the all-metal design truly breathtaking. There is a certain feeling of assurance in its durability when you hold it in your hands, and while it’s smaller than my Spartan, it weighs about the same.
Trusty Companion - Spartan
My trusty Spartan has been by my side for several years, and unfortunately, it has begun to show its age, with the plastic scales warping and coming undone. While I have several other Spartans, I wanted to opt for an Alox as my everyday carry, as I anticipate this will last longer and not require more regular replacement, although my Spartan has been with me for at least seven years.
A Beautiful Addition - Alox
In short, the Alox Cadet is beautiful, and I’m very pleased. While it’ll take some getting used to, as I’ve been so accustomed to the size and feel of the Spartan in hand, I’m certain the Cadet will do just fine.
Future Possibilities
I’m already eyeing other Alox models, including possibly the Pioneer X. I think the concern with weight might be overrated. While I had some difficulty in the past with my 111mm Trekker, that was more about its substantial size. Although it fit perfectly in jeans and khaki shorts, it felt like a rock in dress slacks.
Emblematic Choices
I’m really liking the look of the Cadet and the red emblem on silver. I might spring for a black or blue Alox with a red emblem, but those might be special or limited editions.
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