How This Knife Changed The World | The Legacy of the Swiss Army Knife

It’s more than a pocket tool. It’s a cultural icon, a design revolution, and a symbol of enduring functionality. In this documentary, we trace the remarkable journey of the Swiss Army Knife—from Karl Elsener’s modest workshop in 19th-century Switzerland to the peaks of Everest and the depths of space with NASA.

For most of human history, tools were single-purpose. The Swiss Army Knife changed everything—introducing the concept of compact, multi-functional utility long before smartphones, tablets, or smartwatches existed. It didn’t just influence tools; it reshaped how we think about design, problem-solving, and even corporate resilience.

Learn how one man’s innovation in 1896—placing tools on both sides of the handle with a revolutionary spring mechanism—transformed a struggling business into a global powerhouse. Discover why American GIs took it home after WWII, how it became standard issue on expeditions, and why it earned a place in the Museum of Modern Art.

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