9 best gerber folding knives

• Lightweight open frame perfect for everyday carry
• Easy to clean, carry, and open
• Frame lock holds blade open and safely closes
• Sturdy pocket clip
• Titanium nitrate-coated partially serrated blade

User questions & answers

Question:	how to close
Answer:	The US1 has a black blade and a cut out for your index finger in the handle. They both have similar shaped 420hc blades. They appear to be similar in size and shape. I haven’t handled the LST, but the US1 is a great pocket knife for every day carry.
Question:	where does it made? in china
Answer:	It is about .75”x .1” at it’s thickest points.
Question:	it does have a pocket clip! responds well to sharpening
Answer:	I've sharpened the blade several time after hard use. Once with a file and the other with an electric knife sharpener. As for the bevel, I let the blade's bevel guide me in sharpening.
Question:	USA made
Answer:	Blade length: 2.6"Overall length: 6.1"Closed length: 3.5"Weight: 1 oz.Thanks
Question:	How is this different from the gerber lst knife, fine edge [22-06009]? they seem almost identical
Answer:	Knife does not come with a case.
Question:	What is the width of the blade itself
Answer:	Thesee are being sold as first quality, but in reality they are defective factory rejects. The blade on mine was rough and dull, not a typical Gerber factory finish!! Had to put it to my wetstone right out of the package
Question:	can the blade be sharpened? What's the recommended angle on the bevel
Answer:	7.55 inches
Question:	what are the dimentions of the knife
Answer:	( grease ) If you cannot completely open it, may be faulty. However if you can and it is just stiff, try breaking it in in the first 3-5 days. if it is still stiff, you may want to try to add a touch of grease to the black metal flap that makes contact with the bottom of the blade when it is closed. ( located in the back of the knife when it is fully closed)

Product features

Paraframe I

Like all eight knives in the Paraframe series, the Paraframe I is based on the same minimal frame-lock design. It’s a beautifully simple, open frame knife with a fine edge locking blade that is lightweight, easy to clean and opens effortlessly. Built with a smooth stainless steel handle and a clip for secure travel, the Paraframe I is everything that an everyday carry folder should be.

Product description

An updated version of the original Swagger, the Swagger AO features Gerber's new Assisted Opening 2.0 mechanism, which provides ultra-quick blade deployment. The G-10 handle sc ales offer an excellent grip surface. The black coated drop-point blade features partial serrations, making the Swagger AO a great every-day-carry tactical knife.Blade Material : Stainless Steel (7Cr17MoV)

• The everyday tactical blade for the job
• Smooth, one-handed assisted opening
• Easy-to-sharpen drop point blade
• 3.25 inch partially serrated blade with black titanium nitride coating for excellent corrosion resistance
• The G-10 composite handle sets a high bar for durability and all-conditions grip.
• Country of origin : China

User questions & answers

Question:	Does the knife come with a case
Answer:	depends on your toning stroke on your steel, i adjusted to my stroke at 16-20 degree angle. so i tone it on my wet stone 5000 to 8000 grit.
Question:	why was the top of the knife package cut off when it was shipped to me
Answer:	This blade is good for cutting just about anything you want to cut. Handle design is awesome. Its not any faster than electric knife for cleaning fish, but with practice it is just as fast and a whole lot cheaper to use.
Question:	What is the total size of the knife when it is opened
Answer:	best knife ever! gave too my husband last year for Christmas he loves it will get him the one that is smaller this year. Give it a 10
Question:	Does this knife have a lock? I just bought it and can't get the blade out
Answer:	im left handed and fits great

Product features

Be Prepared

Being prepared for anything requires equal parts mental readiness and having the right tools at your disposal. The Swagger AO Knife is an everyday tactical blade to help complete the readiness equation. Like a favorite hand tool, the Swagger offers ease of use, stout construction and comfortable carry with a 3.25-inch blade and assisted opening convenience.

Smooth, One-Handed Opening

A knife is only as good as it is easy to open, and Gerber’s proven Assisted Opening 2.0 technology delivers silky-smooth one-handed deployment, paired with a reliable plunge lock to keep the blade fixed where it belongs. Simply engage the thumb stud, and the mechanism works its magic to deploy the blade when you need it, be it to cut through a rope or respond to a critical situation.

Easy-To-Sharpen Drop Point

Designed with problem solving in mind, the Swagger’s partial serrated blade adds utility. From carving to slicing to sawing, the drop point blade can do it all, with an easy-to-maintain edge as well.

Product description

If Gerber had settled for making just one version of the Paraframe knife, people might have been content. Because this reputable example of frame lock design caught on admirably among knife lovers...making the Paraframe a mainstay of the industry. But we figured there's no merit in being stingy, so we worked up a total of eight versions. And the people were pleased. There is a simplicity to this knife that relates as much to function as it does to form. It's a breeze to open. The clip point blade configuration is ideal for cutting in close-Quarters. Openness rules the day where the handle is concerned&no.8212;there's more air than metal&no.8212;so it's quite lightweight and quite easy to keep clean. Clip a Paraframe into your pocket and you're fully equipped to take care of business. Your only challenge is figuring out which one...

• Lightweight open frame perfect for everyday carry
• Easy to clean, carry, and open
• Frame lock holds blade open and safely closes
• Sturdy pocket clip
• Full fine edge blade

User questions & answers

Question:	where does it made? in china
Answer:	I use this laser distance meter to measure the surface length of my cup. I want to buy a cover for my cup. It is convenient to use and the measuring result is also accurate.
Question:	is it lockback
Answer:	The tape part looks like a normal measuring tape. If you are asking about the digital read out, it can be set to read inches Fractions or Decimals.
Question:	I don't understand how the knife is rusting for some of the reviewers if it is stainless? Am I missing something
Answer:	No, You can not get a digital read out of what the tape is showing.
Question:	How do you close the knife? Cut my hand trying to do it
Answer:	It will take about 30 minutes to charge this laser distance meter.

Product features

The Miniature Classic

The smallest of the eight knives in the Paraframe series, the Mini is based on the same frame-lock design. It’s a beautifully simple open frame knife with a fine-edge blade that is lightweight, easy to clean, and opens effortlessly.

Built with a smooth stainless steel handle and a clip for secure travel, the Paraframe Mini is what a small everyday carry folder should be.

Product description

Like the men and women who carry our gear, Gerber is Unstoppable. Decades of innovation and dedication have put us here. Renowned as a master of knives and tools, Gerber's problem-solving, life-saving products are designed with the unique needs of specific activities in mind. Today that includes much more than a blade.

Weighing only 1.2-ounces, the Gerber L.S.T. Fine Edge Knife features a checkered fiberglass-filled nylon handle to ensure strength, durability, and a non-slip grip. The knife also features a drop-point blade with a convex curve bending towards the point of the blade that offers an ample amount of effective edge for slicing, making it an ideal choice as a hunting knife.

The Gerber L.S.T. was originally brought to market back in 1980 by Pete Gerber, who was the first knife creator to envision the merits of using all-synthetic materials in the handle. He and knife designer Blackie Collins aimed to deliver lightweight performance that had not been seen before in a knife this all-out rugged. The Gerber L.S.T. is a smooth operator with a mechanical action that feels satisfying when you open and close the blade. The 420HC stainless steel blade measures 2.63 inches, and the knife has an overall length of 6.2 inches when opened and 3.47 inches when closed. Backed by a limited lifetime warranty.

 

The smooth operating Gerber L.S.T. folding knife (view larger).

From the Manufacturer

The Gerber L.S.T. is the smoothest of operators. With a mechanical action that just feels good and satisfying when you open and close the blade, which happens to be made of 400 series stainless steel. The heaviest of the four legendary L.S.T. models musters a mere 1.2 ounces on the scales. Yet, when you feel that easy grip, there's no question that Pete Gerber's big idea is one for the ages.

• Lightweight at only 1.2 oz
• 420HC stainless steel blade
• Lightweight, tactile textured handle
• Lock back keeps blade securely open
• Proudly made in the USA

User questions & answers

Question:	what is the blade thickness at the thickest part of the spin? and thickness of the handle
Answer:	Push the frame out.If you look at the base of the blade, one side of the frame will be bent inward locking the blade open. Push this section of the frame to the outside and push the blade closed.
Question:	what is the exact weight and blade length? only answer if you know
Answer:	The knife is stamped China, so yes in is made in China
Question:	Would this knife be ok for general camping needs
Answer:	It has a great clip.. Have not had to tighten it so far.. I use this blade everyday at work.. One day I forgot to take it with me and threw off my whole day. I initially thought I would return it being made in China. But it doesn't bother me too much anymore. I have definitely and still getting moneys worth!
Question:	is this knife made in the USA
Answer:	Yes, it's made just up the street from where I work here in Portland Oregon. All Gerber military tactical knives are made in the USA.

Product description

Gerber 31-000716 STL 2.5 single blade knife with full fine edge. The STL 2.5 may be larger than its predecessor, a fully machined stainless steel handle keeps it ultra thin and light to sit deep in a pocket or purse. It features a fully machined stainless steel handle, thin handle with style and comfort. Frame lock, common lock.

• 7Cr17MoV SS blade, titanium nitride PVD coating
• Finger nail hole, lanyard hole and frame lock
• Fully machined stainless steel handles
• Drop point and full fine edge
• Blade length 2.62-Inch, open length 6-Inch and closed length 3.38-Inch

User questions & answers

Question:	why so many damn prices with the same pic and no explanation
Answer:	I've had this knife for 5 years. I carry it every day. It is a good knife for general purposes like cutting open packages etc. It is very flat, which I like. The blade itself doesn't hold a sharp edge for long. Not sure what you had in mind for applications. I would suggest it be used for lightweight cuts and sharpened frequently. It is durable and has a locking blade. For the price, it's not a bad deal. You can see them at Bass Pro shop or Sportman's warehouse. You might look there for more pics. Not sure how much that helps?
Question:	Would it fit in a boot
Answer:	If it fits in a pocket, it will fit in a boot. How small are your feet?
Question:	What is the blade made out of
Answer:	7Cr17MoV Chinese stainless steel, per the description for this knife. Eh, it’s a lower end steel. Yet decent for the sub $9 I paid for this knife.
Question:	does this knife have a clip for pocket or belt
Answer:	No clip, but it's a great pocket knife !!
Question:	Does it have a lock when open
Answer:	Yes...same side button to open releases lock to close
Question:	So what is the best lock back with 3.5" or less blade with or w/o asst opening in 50-100 buck range
Answer:	Gerber 22-47161 is the best: spring assist, locks open or closed, clip, best I've owned $27
Question:	Does the pocket clip allow for tip UP carry
Answer:	Yes. The pocket clip is designed for tip up carry. It is not reversible but can be removed.
Question:	This knife is not worth $47! Why did you raise the price by over
Answer:	To me it is worth the price as I use it. Reliable, sharp and medium tough

Product description

The Gerber L.S.T. is the smoothest of operators. With a mechanical action that just feels good and satisfying when you open and close the blade, which happens to be made of 400 series stainless steel. The heaviest of the four legendary L.S.T. models musters a mere 1.2 ounces on the scales. Yet, when you feel that easy grip, there's no question that Pete Gerber's big idea is one for the ages.

• Lightweight synthetic handle
• Tactile texturing on handle
• Lock-back design
• Blade Material: 420HC Stainless Steel
• Overall Length: 4.62", Length Closed: 2.65"

User questions & answers

Question:	In the pic it looks like there's a hole at the end of the handle to put on a key chain. Is that correct
Answer:	Yes. Mine did anyway.
Question:	What is the length of the blade
Answer:	2 channel to power those
Question:	I am not a skilled knife sharpener. What's your favorite "easy" sharpening tool
Answer:	The test data sheet that came with my amp says 132 watts per channel and 439 watts sub woofer output with a 2 ohm load. So by my calculations the output would be 1/4 at 8 ohms i.e. 33 watts per channel plus 109 watts subwoofer.
Question:	Was this knife made in the USA
Answer:	I apologize for the wrong color description. The product is blue

Product features

Gerber LST Ultralight Knife, Fine Edge

Brought to market by none other than Pete Gerber himself, this little knife has a big history. With a handle completely constructed of all synthetic materials, it set a new standard in craftsmanship. Also featuring a 420HC blade and built in America, this classic can't be missed.

Now here's a knife with some mighty impressive roots. It was brought to market back in 1980 by none other than the man whose last name goes on each of our products. Pete Gerber was the first knife creator to envision the merits of using all-synthetic materials in the handle. He and knife designer Blackie Collins aimed to deliver lightweight performance that had not been seen before in a knife this all-out rugged.

Product description

Folding Knife, Paraframe I, Liner Lock , Number of Blades 1, Blade Edge Fine, Blade Type Drop Point , Blade Length 3 In., Length Open 7 In., Closed Length 4-7/64 In., Blade Material Stainless Steel, Handle Material Stainless Steel, Handle Color Gray, One-Hand Operation No, Locking Blade Yes, Belt Clip Yes, Sheath N/A, Frame Lock Handle Design and Titanium Nitrade Coated Blade, Includes Lightweight Open Stainless Steel Handles, Application For Cutting

From the Manufacturer

If Gerber had settled for making just one version of the Paraframe knife, people might have been content. Because this reputable example of frame lock design caught on admirably among knife lovers...making the Gerber Paraframe a mainstay of the industry. But we figured there's no merit in being stingy, so we worked up a total of eight versions. And the people were pleased. There is a simplicity to this knife that relates as much to function as it does to form. It's a breeze to open. The clip point blade configuration is ideal for cutting in close quarters. Openness rules the day where the handle is concerned—there's more air than metal—so it's quite lightweight and quite easy to keep clean. Clip a Paraframe into your pocket, and you're fully equipped to take care of business. Your only challenge is figuring out which one...

• Frame lock handle design
• Lightweight open stainless steel handles
• Sturdy Pocket Clip
• Overall Length: 7.01
• Length Closed: 4.11

User questions & answers

Question:	Does it have dual thumb studs
Answer:	Yes! It has thumb studs on both sides of the knife.
Question:	What is the blade length? This is a basic knife specification and it's missing from the description. I assume it's 3 inches
Answer:	Actual cutting edge is 3 inches.
Question:	Mine is very hard to close, I have to pry the frame lock open. Is the a way to loosen this up? I carry a wood wedge with me
Answer:	Mine is easy to one-hand open. Could be too tight (just loosen) or it could be manufacture issue. If it's new, get it replaced. If not new, try loosening it. Peace
Question:	Is it a good size
Answer:	It's a good sized knife fits in pockets well

Product features

Paraframe I

Like all eight knives in the Paraframe series, the Paraframe I is based on the same minimal frame-lock design. It’s a beautifully simple, open frame knife with a fine edge locking blade that is lightweight, easy to clean and opens effortlessly. Built with a smooth stainless steel handle and a clip for secure travel, the Paraframe I is everything that an everyday carry folder should be.

Product description

Like the men and women who carry our gear, Gerber is Unstoppable. Decades of innovation and dedication have put us here. Renowned as a master of knives and tools, Gerber's problem-solving, life-saving products are designed with the unique needs of specific activities in mind. Today that includes much more than a blade.

Whether you're finishing up a weekend project in the garage or heading up a mountain rescue operation, Gerber's FAST Draw 22-47162 folding knife is ready to help you take on the challenge. Strong yet lightweight, this fun and easy-to-use knife features the patented FAST blade opening technology that is pleasingly easy to open with just one hand.

• Tactile texturing on nylon handle
• High carbon surgical stainless steel blade
• Fast Draw folding knife deploys quickly and easily with one hand
• Sturdy pocket clip keeps it close by during use
• Overall length 7.13 inches, closed length 4.17 inches, blade length 2.99 inches, weight 3.6 oz.

User questions & answers

Question:	Should I store with blade open and therefore with spring relaxed or is it okay to leave closed for long periods
Answer:	As others have said, closed is fine. Springs wear out from use over time, or from over compression / over stretching. Whether it's relaxed or under (normal) tension wont make a difference for storage.
Question:	Is this a linerlock
Answer:	No slide lock on the side, Easy one hand operation opening and closing. I have 2 of the 22-47162 and one of the smaller size. Only problem I have is with the smaller one is it will unlock in my pocket and will open.
Question:	Where is it made
Answer:	Package said china,but,I have to sayIf mine broke today, I'd order another one tomorrow. I've got no gripes about this knife. Hell even Buck is having some of their stuff made there. Also ,the Kershaw I was looking at was made there,and twice the price. Get one, you won't be sorry.
Question:	Can the clip be changed to left hand operation
Answer:	I tried to open the knife left handed and it is extremely hard to do. The pocket clip is not reversible. There is no screw hole on the opposite side. It is very well designed for right hand use but not left.

Product features

Gerber Fast Draw Knife, Assisted Opening, Fine Edge

As Gerber's first assisted opening knife produced, this knife inspired innovation and helped to define a brand. The lightning-quick opening mechanism is still employed today, yet the classic, functional design is all its own.

The FAST Draw relies on our proprietary new blade opening concept that's so lightning-quick, so pleasingly easy to open with just one hand, its already drawing a lot of attention among knife folks everywhere. The mechanism was created exclusively for Gerber and patented by famed Oregon knife maker Butch Vallotton.

Product description

Gerber's hunting savvy combined with our exchangeable razor blade history has produced the Vital Pocket Folder EAB Knife, featuring one of the safest Exchange-A-Blade options on the market. With a punishingly sharp blade that mimics a surgical knife, the ingenious tool cuts through the cape of your game like a hot blade through butter. This is a knife that works fast and smart and when the blade is burned out it can be replaced easily on the fly. It requires no extra tools for its blade replacement, so it doesn't slow the action of field dressing, while offering super-safe operation as an exchangeable blade knife. With a bright orange high-visual Vital handle it's easy to spot if you should drop it while out in the field. The large finger choil and larger width give the knife a solid, comfortable grip. It includes a #60 industry-standard attached razor blade and six #60 replaceable razor blades. Gerber limited lifetime warranty.

• Highly visual, orange rubber handle is easy to spot + grip.
• Replaceable razor blade is safely switched out w/ the push of a button.
• Larger finger choil + width offer solid, comfortable grip
• Don't be without it on the big hunt.
• Blaze orange handle makes it easy to spot
• Exchange-a-blade
• Comfortable, safe and lightweight

User questions & answers

Question:	How does this work for field dressing deer
Answer:	It works extremely well on how I field dress my deer.
Question:	The listing says it comes with a sheath
Answer:	Mine did not
Question:	Do the blades wobble
Answer:	There is blade play (wobble).
Question:	Will 60xt blades fit the gerber vital
Answer:	I just received a pack of the Havalon 60xt blades and they fit perfectly on mine.

Product features

Vital Pocket Folder

The folding version of the original Vital Fixed Blade Knife, the ingenious Vital Pocket Folder EAB features one of the safest Exchange-A-Blade options on the market. A smart mash-up of a replaceable utility blade with a high-visual orange rubber handle that won’t quit, this knife travels to the field and on the hunt with ease.

Simple And Fast

The innovative marriage of Gerber’s hunting savvy along with our exchangeable razor blade history has given birth to the Vital Pocket Folder EAB. Containing a punishingly sharp blade that mimics a surgical knife, the ingenious tool cuts through the cape of your game like a hot blade through butter. The inclusion of its several replacement blades means you won’t get caught in the middle of skinning with a dull tool. This is a knife that works fast and smart, and when the blade is burned out, can be replaced easily on the fly. It requires no extra tools for its blade replacement, so it doesn’t slow the action of field dressing, while offering super-safe operation as an exchangeable blade knife.

Stainless Steel Sturdy

With a bright orange high-visual Vital handle it’s easy to spot this knife if you should drop it while out in the field. The Vital Pocket Folder’s large finger choil and larger width give it a solid, comfortable grip. Functioning beautifully in its simple role using utility blades that can be easily replaced as necessary, the Vital Pocket Folder EAB includes a #60 industry-standard attached razor blade and six #60 replaceable razor blades.

Split Sec Tech

The Vital series has one of the safest exchangeable blade systems on the market. The tool-less blade replacement keeps you ready in the field. Safe operation and precise utility are available at the push of a button.