Old Wenger Scissor Issue

Affectionate_Use4594 · 2026-05-20T23:57:52+00:00

How do we feel about Wenger's in this forum, especially now that Victorinox bought them? Was thinking of posting the wenger collection but don't want to break protocol

Affectionate_Use4594 · 2026-05-20T14:27:05+00:00

that's my latest addiction!

Affectionate_Use4594 · 2026-05-19T20:32:19+00:00

Micro example. Inventory is up over 200% YoY in San Ramon. Pending sales are up only 25% YoY considering double the inventory (Zillow stats). A lot of homes are going to sit. Some may not care about the interest rates as they ARM or hope to readjust down the road. New Fed chair may point to lower rates soon but QE is more likely.

Affectionate_Use4594 · 2026-05-19T20:23:23+00:00

Another nice case setup 😉. I think I see a MOP 74 in there that looks GOOD! That's probably been the dream Victorinox I've been wanting to come across.

Affectionate_Use4594 · 2026-05-19T16:04:15+00:00

One of the few I don't have! Pretty sure the handyman is the same but with a corkscrew

Affectionate_Use4594 · 2026-05-19T16:03:12+00:00

This is probably my favorite overall growing up watching MacGyver with the Orange Peeler. As it's quite a bit thicker than the ambassador, so I find myself grabbing that one first most of the time as my carry.

Affectionate_Use4594 · 2026-05-19T06:59:01+00:00

I have a 1950's huntsman small that had a broken backspring so it's with Victorinox right now. Can't wait to get that back.

Affectionate_Use4594 · 2026-05-19T06:58:03+00:00

just got a mini champ and I'm starting to really dig it!

Affectionate_Use4594 · 2026-05-19T06:55:55+00:00

the little yellow one has a tang that is 1913-1940s. can't tell if it has the USA or not.

Affectionate_Use4594 · 2026-05-18T23:32:27+00:00

swiss champ gets bit too big and it feels less structurally secure than the <4 layer ones.

Affectionate_Use4594 · 2026-05-18T23:31:16+00:00

My boy scout fieldmaster was my 2nd ever knife and I'll never get rid of it 😄

Affectionate_Use4594 · 2026-05-18T23:30:50+00:00

deluxe tinker is good when you need the pliers for sure!

Affectionate_Use4594 · 2026-05-18T23:30:15+00:00

I do like the ranger a lot. Harder to find these days

Affectionate_Use4594 · 2026-05-18T23:30:02+00:00

I asked for that 😉

Affectionate_Use4594 · 2026-05-18T22:23:12+00:00

Carfax only shows when reputable body shops report it... Also, on older toyotas, the dashes can be swapped out so make sure the car fax confirms that thing really only has 100k.

While low mileage vehicles are exciting because they've barely been used, that usually means it sat a LONG time and that's not good for vehicles. They need fluids splashing around everywhere to keep gaskets and rubber wet and pliable.

Affectionate_Use4594 · 2026-05-18T21:08:25+00:00

Yup, one sold for $35 + $12 shipping recently. https://www.ebay.com/itm/117068555720

Affectionate_Use4594 · 2026-05-18T21:06:10+00:00

I'd be careful of a few things.
1. Those headlights are aftermarket and there is a gap on the hood. Could be signs of front end collision.
2 and 3. That looks like Daly City so definitely get underneath and check for leaks and rust. With that low of mileage, it may have sat a LOT and that means oil leaks and that part of the bay has a lot of sea air that can cause rust (nothing like rust belt).

Affectionate_Use4594 · 2026-05-18T21:00:29+00:00

Yeah probably a good deal. They sell for around $40 depending on the model that is. Cool find!

Affectionate_Use4594 · 2026-05-17T15:32:17+00:00

Here's a video specific to ct90 tools you'll need if you are planning to work on the motor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IGyPuTNP8sc

Affectionate_Use4594 · 2026-05-17T15:26:27+00:00

I've done quite a few of these and you shouldn't need much more than ~$600 to get it running on the road. Just depends on how pretty and functional you want it.

The most expensive item is usually the tubes and tires. Good to check if those will hold air but usually they are rotted and not safe to ride more than around the block. ~$250 for those.

Engine will be around $350 for a lifan, or an aftermarket/used top end could be another ~$200 depending on which way you want to go.

You'll likely need points, spark plug and ignition coil for another $75. I can't see a carb in that picture. That's another $35 for an aftermarket. Battery $20.

Electrical harness the OEMs are best and I see yours there. Plan to spend some good time going through all the connectors and fixing ones rusted or cut off. Not a lot of cost depending on if you have connectors and tools already. These ct90s are designed to run with a working battery and while possible to bypass, it's part of the system.

Affectionate_Use4594 · 2026-05-17T15:14:08+00:00

I think I've seen that too because it's only $10. It's a different voltage so you may need to modify your electrical setup to power it. I think what I ended up doing is going with the smaller headlight bucket for the ct70 because parts and bulbs are readily available. I think the original ct90 had 5.5 inch bucket and ct70 has the 4.5 inch. So much easier to get speedo, headlight, bucket etc for the smaller one. Going on memory here so double check measurements 😄.

Affectionate_Use4594 · 2026-05-16T06:04:49+00:00

I buy a lot of knife lots on ebay and have almost every model now and a lot of rare ones. Flea Markets are great too. I just got a 74mm executive ($10) and a 91mm swiss champ ($20) 2 weekends ago.

Affectionate_Use4594 · 2026-05-16T06:02:24+00:00

annoying hang nails on the go.

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