04 August 2010

The Swiss, er Roman Army Knife!

Pre-dating the Swiss Army Knife by over 1800 years, and the Leatherman by a few more than that, this ancient multi-tool is on display at a museum in England.

The world's first Swiss Army knife' has been revealed - made 1,800 years before its modern counterpart.
An intricately designed Roman implement, which dates back to 200AD, it is made from silver but has an iron blade.
It features a spoon, fork as well as a retractable spike, spatula and small tooth-pick.
Experts believe the spike may have been used by the Romans to extract meat from snails.




By: Brant

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