A wide range of different blades is presented to the attention of consumers in the modern market of knives. Particularly great demand is for products called survival knives. Of these, Gerber Bear Grylls knives proved to be highly effective . A whole series of these blades has been created. Information on the device and the purpose of the most popular Gerber Bear knives most demanded by the consumer is described in the article.
Acquaintance
Gerber Bear knives are blades designed exclusively for extreme conditions. The lineup is represented by both ordinary "storage" and "fixes" with mini naz and parangs. What should be a cutting product that can help out in an extreme situation, knows the author of these knives - Bear Grylls. Over the years of service in the UK Special Forces SAS, this man received excellent training and survival skills. He applied the acquired knowledge in the design of knives. Most Grylls cutting products are small in size. However, they are multifunctional and very effective.
About folding knives
Particularly great demand is on the “storage” of Bear Grylls. Gerber Scout knife blades can be sharpened directly or serrated. According to the owners, the serreytorny section of the blade is used in cases where it is necessary to cut a rope or rope. This model of a knife is small-sized. In the folded position, the product length does not exceed 10 cm. It is equipped with a 8.3 cm blade. The cutting product is equipped with a special lock, the task of which is to prevent spontaneous folding. Judging by the reviews of the owners, the handle of the Gerber Scout knife is very convenient and ergonomic. Its upper part is equipped with a special hole in which a safety cord is threaded. In addition, the handle is characterized by the presence of a clip, with the help of which the “folding” can be attached to a belt or hiking backpack. The mass of this cutting product is 72 g.
About "fixed"
Another very popular model is the Gerber Fixed Blade knife. According to consumer reviews, this cutting product is multifunctional and very convenient to use. With this knife you can cope with any tasks. According to experts, this blade is not a cold weapon. A lock is provided for the product. The handle is made of special rubberized material. Included with the knife is a plastic case. In addition to the hole for the safety strap, the handle has a special recess for the index finger. Due to this design feature, the knife does not slip out of the hands during operation. In the manufacture of the blade 86 mm long, high-quality steel of the grade 7Cr17MoV is used. The blade has a matte finish. The total length of the knife is 20 cm. Weight - 107 g.
About Ultimate
Judging by the reviews of the owners, Gerber Bear Grylls Ultimate is considered the most versatile version of the "survivalist knife." The cutting product is equipped with tools that, according to the developer, can help out in any extreme situation. This model in 2011 was the best-selling in the world. Initially, the product had only a blade with a serrated area. Soon, the issue of blades without a serrator was established. Included with the knife:
- Flint. It is a special ferrite core designed for bonfires in natural conditions.
- Nylon case.
- A special guide that contains information about the rules of behavior in extreme situations in nature.
- Diamond whetstone.
- Emergency whistle.
About device
This model of the “survivalist knife”, according to experts, is universal. For the butt, the presence of a ferrocerium notch is provided, which sparks are carved with a flint. On the back, the sheath is equipped with a grindstone. The inside of the handle is equipped with a special steel weight, which can be operated like a hammer.
The sheath contains three loops. The vertical one is for attaching the product to the belt, and two horizontal ones are for the backpack. The model is 254 mm long and 121 mm long. The blade weighs no more than 317 g.
For the manufacture of each knife model brand Bear Grylls uses high quality materials. Production is carried out by true masters of their craft.