Thanks. I just back from reading that post. Wow, lucky those Mexicans came along.
The Swiss army knives come in many editions. The Hiker or Camper models are reasonably lightweight and have what you need. The "Champ" model is a massive weighty chunk of stuff you'll never use - so, while I love my Champ (it was a gift), I never take it anywhere. For the same weight I'd rather carry a small multi-tool.
I'm paranoid about losing my knife and they have a ring to attach a cord so you can tie it to something.
I'll check the online shops about these knives. Maybe something not too expensive as I always lose it, or it gets confiscated by the security, wherever I go.
Thanks, I will wait for more posts from you about this. And also your trip to the Himalayas.