Europe
The Swiss Knife. It Can Do Anything But Can Not Make a Phone Call
The Multi functional Swiss Pocket knife was originally developed for officers in the Swiss Army.
Today every solder is issued one. But this Practical tool can also be found in nearly every civillian pocket.
. It is over 150 years Old.
. The founder was Karl Elsener, he is also the founder of Victorinox
. There are two main Brands
1. Wenger
2. Victorinox
Facts about Swiss Knife you probably did not know
. I went into Space, was used by NASA astronauts since 1970s, even on space shuttle missions
. Mordern versions can include USB sticks, laser pointers, ballpoint pens, magnifying glasses and even altimeters
. Tourists love it alot. It is the most popular souvenir from Switzerland. You can get it engraved at many shops
. Red is the original colour, but not the only colour.
. It is banned in Hand Luggage world wide
. There is a giant version in the Guinness Book