When Joseph R. Gerber asked a local knife manufacturer to make him some client Christmas gifts back in 1939, he knew he was on to something. The 25 sets of cutlery became so popular, that he decided to start a new business, Gerber Hand-Made Blades. Gerber Knifes is an extraordinary brand known today as Gerber Legendary Blades. Gerber has a variety of survival, automatic, spring assisted, clip, pocket, and fixed knives. Each is crafted for any type of user. Whether you want a pocket knife, or a high quality military blade, you will not be disappointed.
Survival blades are often used by hikers, hunters, and people who engage in a lot of outdoor sports. They come in very handy in an emergency, and are standard issue for the military. These knives can have a thick and heavy blade, or they can be lightweight. Folding ones are an essential part of a survival kit.
Spring assisted knives are easy to open, but are not considered switch blades which are illegal to carry in most U.S. states. One of the best things about this type of blade is the safety factor. If you want to open the knife, you have to push the blade with your finger, or us the flipper stud. Accidents happen, but not with a Gerber.
One of the most popular Gerber Knifes is the clip. These easily attach to your belt, purse, or gun belt. You can even put it in your pocket and it will stay firmly in place. The blades work exceptionally, and they include strong handles, and very secure locks.
Everyone should have pocket knife, also known as a jack-knife. Women carry them in their purse as they are a great protection device, and men like to keep them in their pocket, because they always come in handy. Some pocket knives feature a single blade, while others have two or three. There are some pocket styles that have everything but the kitchen sink tucked inside the handle. Blades lengths are usually between 2 and 6” long. A fixed knife always comes with a protective sheath. Unlike folding knives, they do not have a protective shell, and need to be contained when they are not in use. Police officers and the military often used fixed knives. Sheathed come in leather, or hard plastic, nylon, and even stainless steel. Most farmers and agriculturists use a stainless steel sheath to protect their tools.
Gerber also makes a variety of tools including, axes, saws, multi-tools, and sharpeners. All knives have a limited lifetime warranty, which means that they are covered against manufacturer, assembly and material defects. If you have been looking for a new blade, you cannot do better than Gerber Knifes.
