Victorinox AG was founded by Karl Elsener in 1884 and is presently run by the fifth generation of the Elsener family. In 1891, Victorinox made their first delivery of knives to the Swiss army, and in 1897 Victorinox patented the “Officer's Knife”. In 1909. the Victorinox Swiss cross was placed on the handles to make the Victorinox “Swiss Army Knife” more readily identifiable to distinguish it from imitations. Today the Victorinox Swiss cross has become a symbol of the firm and its worldwide trademark.

The success of Victorinox “Swiss Army Knives” is based on over a century of tradition and experience. During the years of development, each component part was improved until its most functional efficiency was reached. The high-grade special stainless steel alloy coupled with processional workmanship guarantee the highest quality. All Victorinox knives come with a lifetime guarantee against manufacturing defects.

The range of “Swiss Army Knives” is identified by their characteristic red handles and the Victorinox Swiss cross, and they are available in over 100 different models. Victorinox's largest model is the SwissChamp with 33 features. It consists of 64 individual parts, yet weighs only 185 grams and fits in the palm of your hand. Over 450 steps are required in the manufacture of the SwissChamp.

Victorinox's range of practical and functional pocket multi-tools prove indispensable in almost all aspects of life. Although a large percentage of the knives produced are sold to the general public, Victorinox knives are also part of the equipment of many armies. Every recruit to the Swiss Army receives a soldier's knife upon entering the army. Victorinox is also part of the standard equipment of NATO, including the armies of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania.

Victorinox knives have been successfully proven on many expeditions; in the arctic ice of the North Pole; on the highest peak on earth, Mount Everest; in the tropical rain forests of the Amazon and even in space, as standard equipment on the U.S. Space Shuttles. Both the New York Museum of Modern Art and the State Museum for Applied Art in Munch have added a Victorinox knife to their collections of excellent design.

Victorinox “Swiss Army Knives” can also be imprinted with a company name and logo. Their versatility and durability make Victorinox knives a uniquely functional gift. When you give an imprinted Victorinox “Swiss Army Knife” people remember you.

Ekotek Ltd. works as the Victorinox official distributor for the Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania . The company has a headquarters and sales office in Tallinn , Estonia, and supports customers throughout the region.