I will do the same with certain models. ie Trekkers. lol Ill have to check out their kitchen knives too.
They do make fantastic gifts! Sounds like an awesome women!
I only discovered their greatness about two years ago, but I have had one with me almost every day since.
I want a Spirit X too. I am a HUGE Leatherman Super Tool 300 and Rebar fan, but my Swisstool X seems to be on my belt a lot more that the others. The tool set on the Swisstool X is as close to perfection as can be for my needs. I agree, the finish is superior to any other multitool I have owned.
I am the butt of many "utility belt" jokes at work simply because I don't leave home without a multitool. Ever. I am also the first person they go to when they need a screw driver, knife, or pliers. lol
She is it was painful to lose her on my staff. Still keep in touch.
I'm going to have to start "McGyvering" one of these again. Sure my boyhood ones are somewhere in my old bedroom at my parents house.
What's the best modern but retro carry? Swiss Army knives were always a balance of too little vs too many gadgets.