| From the renowned company that created the Swiss Army Knife a century ago comes the Midnite Minichamp, a compact set of tools for campers, hikers, hunters, fishers, picnic enthusiasts, and people all trades--all neatly contained in a single implement. Measuring just 2-1/4 inches long, the Midnite Minichamp is stylishly cased in the famous red Swiss Army body that's recognized around the world. More importantly, the pocket knife contains 16 stainless steel tools appropriate for just about any occasion. The standard tools include a small blade, bottle opener, screwdriver, Phillips screwdriver, scissors, LED light, and a ruler. In addition to its basic tools, the Midnite Minichamp steps up with a host of extras, including a retractable ballpoint pen, wire stripper, orange peeler, scraper, and nail file. You'll be well equipped for everything from repairing holes in tents to preparing that favorite snack on the trail with essential tool from Swiss Army. 
The Midnite Minichamp measures just 2-1/4 inches long and features 16 stainless steel tools. | Midnight Minichamp Features: - Blade
- Scissors
- Nail file
- Nail cleaner
- Cuticle Pusher
- Screwdriver
- Ruler
- Emergency blade / letter opener
- Orange peeler
- Scraper
- Bottle opener
- Magnetic Phillips screwdriver
- Wire stripper
- Key ring
- LED mini light
- Retractable ballpoint pen
About Swiss Army Knives
In 1884, Swiss cutler Karl Elsener set up shop in Ibach-Schwyz, installing a waterwheel in Tobelbach Brook to run his grinding and polishing machines. Thus began what would become the international brand name Victorinox, a combination of Victoria, for Elsener's mother, and "inox," or stainless steel. Today, Victorinox produces watches, luggage, clothing, and, famously, Swiss Army Knives. The original product dates to 1897, when Elsener patented the Swiss Officer's and Sports Knife he supplied to the Swiss Army. Following World War II, American servicemen and women shopping in PX stores shortened the name to Swiss Army Knife, which lives on in English-speaking countries around the world and has become a metaphor for versatility. |
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 All you expect in a Swiss Army Knife... miniaturized! |
| Review Date: July 31, 2008 |
| Reviewer: John Williamson, Bucks County, PA USA |
The Victorinox Swiss Army Midnite Minichamp Pocket Knife is the most feature-packed of the small (2-1/4") from Victorinox. It includes an LED flashlight, a ballpoint pen, and scads of blades and tools... as one would expect from a true Swiss Army knife. Instead of saying how great this little multipurpose tool is, it would be better to explain the implements from a subjective perspective:
Blade - this is the same type small blade that's found on most multi-blade Victorinox Swiss Army knives. It's non-locking (so be careful) and hold a very sharp edge for a long time.
Scissors - very handy for paper, cardboard, aluminum foil, plastic and other such soft materials. Just don't use it to cut wire or hard items, as you'll quickly dull the blades.
Nail file with nail cleaner tip - has a roughened metal surface which doesn't clog when taking off rough spots from fingernails. It will probably never wear out, and the nail cleaner does it's job very well.
Cuticle pusher - many people look puzzled at first glance at this one, but it works quite well. Have a friend that thinks his is an upscale version of Jeff Foxworthy's infamous car key (in place of a Q-Tip) as he sticks it in his ear, but that's his opinion.
Ruler with a screwdriver tip - the ruler is about 1-1/2" (40 mm) long, and is marked in inches and metric units. The screwdriver blade at the end is good for small slotted screws.
Emergency blade - this is a second small blade that's a bit narrower than the regular small blade, and has a slight curvature which makes it work better when opening small packages and letters. It's also quite useful for removing splinters... so keep it clean!
Orange peeler with scraper - this is an underrated gem of a blade that has a notch and a sharp edge on one side of the notch. Just poke the blade under the orange rind, then pull it along to slice the rind without cutting the orange itself. It also doubles as a handy little scraper or wire stripper, but use it carefully. It does indiscriminate tasks that no other blade can handle.
Bottle opener with magnetic Phillips screwdriver - opens bottles quite well, and the Phillips screwdriver is a pretty handy size for smaller screws. It also has a handy cutout to be used as a wire scraper.
Key ring - well, this is really more useful as a ring to attach the Midnite Minichamp to a real keyring or to a lanyard.
LED mini light - just press on the red Swiss Army logo, and you'll have an handy LED, useful for finding a key hole, etc.
Retractable pen - it's a simple (pressurized) ballpoint pen, so it doesn't leak. It seems to have a very long life, and if you open the cuticle pusher or nail file as an extension, it fits the hand better when writing.
By the way, the battery lasts for years, but should you need to replace it, just look for a CR1025 button cell at a grocery or drug store. Just don't know where I'll find a replacement refill for the ballpoint pen.
By the way, there are other color variations available on this product. You can get it with Translucent Ruby or Translucent Sapphire handles, but the prices often vary.
So how does this small multipurpose tool hold up? Have had mine for almost seven years now and use it on an almost-daily basis. It's made of stainless steel, so there's no rust, and I just replaced the battery for the LED a couple of months ago, even though it was still working.
This is a true five-star gem, that's for sure! |
Lots of functions, little size
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| Review Date: July 12, 2006 |
| Reviewer: Gavin, Chico, CA |
I got this for my wife, and boy am I jealous! There are lots of tools in this little package. It is about as thick as it is wide, unlike the other short Swiss Army knives (like the kind that come in a pen and knife set).
Best features:
1. The little blade is useful in a multitude of situations, and is easy to pull out (great usability in this design).
2. The little red light is great for struggling at a dark door with your keys.
3. The little ball point pen is awesome--very handy when you're not normally a pen-carrier. |
Extremely useful
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| Review Date: January 13, 2008 |
| Reviewer: R. H. Stevenson, Baltimore, MD |
I have owned almost every Victorinox knife, dozens of them litter the drawers, cars, and pockets at home. None of them have come close to the versitility of this particular knife. I purchased this knife in, believe it or not, Switzerland, and had my initials engraved on it. My version of the knife features the solid red plastic, not the newer clear version I have seen listed some places.
Every tool you could need is contained within this knife. I highly recommend this knife if you carry one on your keychain. I keep it in my pocket at all times.
The screwdriver is a high-quality Phillips head, and has stood up to much punishment in the two years I have owned it.
The smaller, sharper letter-opener knife is very useful for the tasks where you need a sharp point, as well as a consistantly sharp blade.
The little red flashlight, which has yet to need its batteries replaced after two years of moderate use, comes in very handy as it does not spoil your 'night-vision' and having the Victorinox Logo as the button adds to the unobtrusiveness.
The cuticle pusher is very useful as a scoop of sorts, and can be used for almost anything you can imagine.
Many-a-time I have been short of a writing instrument and had to turn to my knife, which has yet to fail me. You wouldn't want to compose a letter with it, but it definitely holds up to the occasional To-Do or endorsement of a checque.
The one tool i do find redundant is one which includes a flat-head screwdriver and a small ruler. It is exactly the same as the nail file, except for the lack of the abrasive edge. Not sure what it is really meant to be used for..
If you are looking for a knife that will fit in your pocket and hold up to years of abuse, look no further, as this is the same length as the standard small Swiss Army Knife, and only a little bit thicker. I strongly recommend this knife to everyone.
I hope this review has helped! |
Small Swiss Army knife
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| Review Date: February 22, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Henry M. Swats, Brunswick, GA United States |
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In 2004, I was in Switzerland and bought this knife. Sometime about the middle of 2008 I misplaced (my wife uses the word lost) my little knife. Boy did I miss the scissors, two blades, light and pen. Now I didn't use the pen as much but when needed it was a backup. Similarly the pen was a good backup when you needed to unlock the door in the dark. It's a small knife so it doesn't wear a hole in your pocket but still serves a good function when you need to cut something. |
No tweezers!
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| Review Date: January 13, 2009 |
| Reviewer: S. Wu, Sunnyvale, CA USA |
| It's really compact and packed with useful tools. I especially like the light and the pen. Just want to add that, unlike what the product description says, this "Midnite" minichamp does not have tweezers. The three that I received came with product instruction for MiniChamp (which does have tweezers) although they are themselves midnite minichamp knifes. |
Very small size, great features, does not work for my glasses
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| Review Date: August 2, 2008 |
| Reviewer: H. Sapiens, Sacramento, CA United States |
This is the perfect size to clip into the inside of my purse. I am not really sure how useful the light really is (there are small cheap key ring types at Costco that I prefer - bright). The light is just a pinpoint and is red so as to not disturb your night vision, so it does not really illuminate anything well. The pen is next to useless - small and awkward, but works in a pinch. The scissors are very handy and durable. The blades are well described by a previous reviewer's marvelous description. The packaging (boxed) is very attractive and perfect for gift giving.
In any event, I purchased this for the screwdriver the product description states is perfect for eyewear. My dh has a Swiss Army knife with a screwdriver that cleverly screws into a bottle opener that is perfect for tightening the screws on my glasses. This, alas, is not. Just a smidge too big to do anything. I was tempted to send this back, but I can think of numerous times where I could have used a scissor, small blade to open a package, or screwdriver for opening endless toy battery covers - I am most definitely keeping this - and maybe wearing contacts more often. |
Tiny, Solid, and Practical!
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| Review Date: August 5, 2008 |
| Reviewer: CFH, Blue Ridge Summit, PA USA |
The "Victorinox Swiss Army Midnite Minichamp Pocket Knife" is truly a wonder of miniaturization! Coming in at roughly 2" long, the knife attaches unobtrusively to my keyring.
The tools on this swiss army knife really do not lose much effectiveness despite their small size. I find the VERY SHARP knife, magnetized philips head screwdriver, practical (really!) scissors, and the bright LED to be very handy. The built in pen has been a useful thing as well, but I try to not use it too much since replacing it might be difficult. The high quality and solid construction should make this litle knife last for years.
Highly recommended! I might have to order more since my wife and my son keep eying up mine! |
great knife
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| Review Date: January 6, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Carolyn Christian Martin, Hendersonville, TN |
| I gave two of these mini knives for Christmas, both "boys" loved it and had lots of fun playing with the knife. Construction and materials looked good. I would recommend this for any "boys" on your gift list. |
Small Swiss Army knife
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| Review Date: February 22, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Henry M. Swats, Brunswick, GA United States |
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In 2004, I was in Switzerland and bought this knife. Sometime about the middle of 2008 I misplaced (my wife uses the word lost) my little knife. Boy did I miss the scissors, two blades, light and pen. Now I didn't use the pen as much but when needed it was a backup. Similarly the pen was a good backup when you needed to unlock the door in the dark. It's a small knife so it doesn't wear a hole in your pocket but still serves a good function when you need to cut something. |
Great little gadget
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| Review Date: October 28, 2008 |
| Reviewer: Lee Rowley, Humboldt County CA |
I purchased this little pocket knife a while ago on the recommendation of a friend. It is the first pocket knife I've every purchased and boy am I glad I chose this one.
The size is perfect for me and sits on my craft table all the time. I use this thing constantly for all kinds of things. I use the little scissors almost daily and the knife is razor sharp and efficient. Like others have said, the blades to lock so you do have to be careful when using it.
The light is handy for quick light and the pen has come in handy several times.
I would recommend this for any one looking to jump in and make their first purchase. You won't regret it. |
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