had this for some odd 25 years,any ideas about the quality??
it's a Gerber,design by Blackie Collins, made in Portland USA
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Gerber is now owned by Fiskars Brands Inc of Finland. Gerber used to be a quality knife made in the USA. Some models are still made in the US, but many are made in China now. Always check the label. I personally wouldn't buy any knife, or any product that my life may depend on, that is made in China.
totally agree, i absolutely dont recommend folding and locking knives, as the spring tends to cause more problems and often at times when you need the knife the most!
check out these knives, if you want recommendations http://doomsdayisnear.com/top-rated-survival-knives
I've been looking for a good quality machete for some time now. The Gerber Golok has great reviews and the people who have purchased it all seem to be happy with it. My only problem with the Golok is that it's made in China. It will be interesting to get your feedback on this machete after you've had it for awhile.I purchased a Gerber Golok machete yesterday for urban survival. It is more than double the usual machete thickness 6mm (0.236 in). chopped some heavy wood with it. The handle is impressive and has good shock absorbing, the edge looks fine. The thickness of the blade is such one could use it as a pry bar.
http://au.gerbergear.com/Outdoor/Gear/Gator-Golok-Machete_31-002850
My Dad and Blackie were friends. He always said Blackie made knives you could trust your life on.had this for some odd 25 years,any ideas about the quality??
it's a Gerber,design by Blackie Collins, made in Portland USA
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what's the opinion of the knife guru?
What happened to Gerber makes me sick!Sorry I f Rant Or offend some one here but, I don't believe in risking ones life on a company with a proven track record of failure.
I know the feeling. Steel can be addicting.Thats just the beginning, I have to take some more pic's. Leathermans and knives, i just can't get enough. It has has been said I have a problem. lol
I got a nice leatherman multitool for my birthday (my boss is a prepper and we share ideas, and it makes for nice presents "from the office" sometimes).I know the feeling. Steel can be addicting.
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