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I haven't used it yet, but this little shovel looks like it'll do the job I bought it for. I keep it in my van in case I have to dig out snow around my tires in the winter. Fast shipment.

For what it is, this shovel is very good. My only real complaint is that it is very dull; the "digging edge" could stand to be much sharper, as it is, it is not even rounded off. That's nothing that can't be fixed with an angle grinder, though :) As far as construction, it's extremely solid, rugged, and well made, pretty much what you'd expect from Gerber. What you should be aware of before you buy, though, is that it is *very* small. This isn't comparable to the GI "trenching tools", or the Coleman camp shovels you're probably familiar with. It is closer to a garden spade. Folded, it will literally almost fit into your pocket, actually will fit into a larger ski jacket pocket. The blade is smaller than my (adult male) hand, including fingers. I bought this to put in my trunk for digging my car out in an emergency ... it is just barely big enough to be useful for that purpose. So, if the size is appropriate for your needs, this is a great shovel.

Gave as a gift. He loves it and has used it a few times to dig out his car. I would suggest it for in the trunk of your car.

This puppy is built solid and will dig up some dirt if needed. Good for ice and snow as well. Not as long as I'd like though. Makes me wish I had just purchased a spade and cut off about 2 feet of the handle. Got it for my mother to put in her car. She likes that its collapsible but has a difficult time unlocking and opening it with her tiny hands. She will probably leave it opened up and just toss it in the trunk. This tool isnt for everybody. Its not very long and if you dont want to fiddle with the locking ring it will go unused. Maybe next time I'll get the Glock entrenching shovel. Its a little bigger and the handle is longer.

The size was a bit smaller than I expected (I should have looked more closely at the specs). It's approximately 16 inch fully opened and the blade has about 7 inch x 5 inch It's a well built little shovel, feels sturdy even at the 90 degree setting chopping into frozen dirt. Toss in the trunk, good for space-saving, car camping etc. but I doubt it would meet the weight-versus-usefulness standards of backpackers at 1.7 lbs.

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For the money it's an ok tool, with the following cons: - There's no spring for the pliers, you gotta move it both directions to open and close.. this wouldn't be such a problem if it all moved smoothly.. which brings us to.. - Everything moves so stiff, I know some reviewers stated this as being precision in manufacturing.. but from practical point of view, it makes it annoying to use. - The pliers don't retract flush into the body, the tip points out making it uncomfortable to use other tools. - The handles kind of flex under stress. - Lock mechanism for other tools feels very flimsy. For the money I don't expect too much, but the flaws are pretty annoying for me to recommend wholeheartedly.

I received one of these for a gift about 4 years ago. I had never owned anything like this before. Now it is like my wallet, I don't leave home without putting it on. It is the best gift I have ever received and is the handiest tool I have ever owned. I find myself using it almost every day. I have used it for: Pulling slivers out of my hand Bending paperclips cutting string, paper and cardboard Tightening and loosening both phillips and straight blade screws Opening paint cans Cutting and stripping all kinds of wire Bending the nose pieces on eye glasses Opening beer bottles Tightening and loosening bolts Cutting open cardboard boxes and envelopes Sharpening pencils Scoring Sheetrock Pulling nails Pulling tension springs, Etc, Etc Every tool locks in position and the stilleto action is easier to use that the fold out type of multitools. I don't know what kind of metal it is made of but it is very strong. If you wear this tool you will be surprised how many times you will reach for it instead of going to the tool box.

I have owned the gerber O55OO for many years it is the one tool I use more offten than any other both at home and work. You will wounder how you ever did with out one, once you start useing it. The tool is very conveiently sized and easy'ly fits in your pocket or purse and is ready for just about any job you have around the house, work or in the great outdoors. The tool is light so it wount wiegh you down and the slip joints function smoothly and need very littel in the way maintenance, just a bit oil now again and this tool will last you many years.

The Gerber received was an obvious second as the blade was installed backwards with the thumb notch uselessly facing the inside of the tool (see picture). And the blade style was different from the one advertised.

I've had one knife for 3 years, and it's fine. However, I found one on the side of the road a few months ago, dunno how old it is. It was fine for a month and then whenever it was closed, it would lock up and take some force to open. However, filing down the cutters with a metal file got it back in good condition. It's not my EDC, as it's pretty damned bulky for a Compact; my Classic SAK does nearly everything except has pliers and wire cutters in a nice, neat, and sexy package in black.

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Would not depend on for main kitchen sharpener but fine for camping. Will take lots of time to sharpen very dull blades but it will do it. Its fine for touching up blades currently in fair shape.

This sharpener is about what I expected. I was looking for something to take along hunting and camping so I could sharpen my knife when needed (skinning a deer, etc.). An electric sharpener was out of the question, and I've used diamond stones before, and they aren't feasible for "in situ" sharpening. This sharpener works great for hunting-sized and larger knives (4" blade and longer). I let a "friend" use my hunting knife and he mistook it for a hatchet and took some chips out of the edge trying to hack thru a deer pelvis... After 7-8 swipes with this sharpener, the edge was definitely more uniform, and the chips are definitely smoothed out. My one gripe is that you're supposed to push the knife down thru the spring fingers and then pull back. After a few swipes, you end up with the finger pattern showing up on the knife edge. I can't tell that it hurts the knife at all, but it is slightly disconcerting. Obviously, outdoor knives are stout cutlery and are meant for spirited and reliable use (aside from hacking at deer pelvis'), but I would definitely not recommend this for kitchen cutlery.

What I expected: A quality product from Gerber, a quality knife company. What I got: A much smaller than expected knife sharpener. Granted, it's small enough to take along camping, but why? It is only useful for long thin blades that are resonably sharp already. You'd think that a small, portable knife sharpener would be ideal for smaller knives (i.e., pocket knives, pin knives, etc.)? But this Gerber sharpener is almost useless for such knives because you can't get up next to the handle. For knives that it works well on, it does a pretty good job of maintaining the edge... but don't expect a razor sharp edge... just a serviceable edge.

This tool is very compact and light weight. It is very easy to use on knives on a table-top, but it can also go in a napsack or even a large pocket for use outdoors. While I have not used it with an axe or hatchet yet, I believe I would want to be wearing gloves. There is not "a lot" of hand protection, if you get over enthusiastic or your tool slips. Alternatively, I do intend to sharpen my axes on my workbench, and will probably lock the axe in a vise and use the tool with a gloved hand. This is a tool to use carefully, and then it is highly useful, and a good price.

Small and compact and relatively easy to use but just didn't give a quality edge to any of my blades. Definately not for smaller pocket knife as previous reviewers have mentioned. From a company like Gerber I expected this sharpener to produce razor edge effects.

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These knives work great and weight nothing. I use the small one on a daily basis, and the larger one is my backup hunting knife. I like the clips since they are thick steel and you can clip to your pocket, and it also adds an additional gripping point - it's not a cheap clip that you would find on something like a pen, feels like it's part of the knife. The knives flip open easily - they don't always open all the way using your index finger, but you only need it open a little to use your thumb to fully extend.

Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R19FCLZDV25WEV Pros: * Low Cost * Low Weight Evo Serrated - 2.80 oz, and Evo Jr. - 1.80 oz * Adjustable One-handed operation to open/close * Well Balanced * Very Sharp, and Holds a Great Edge * Anodized aluminum cut-out handle * Handle is Very Strong, but lightweight * Knife can be very tight, but with a Torx bit, One can loosen it to their taste Cons: * Handle is a bit slippery to hold on the Evo Jr. I had no problem opening the Evo Serrated Edge, but the Evo Jr. was abit stiff, but with the use of a Torx bit, I loosen it to my Taste. Now both open with a quick smooth action. For more infomation and specs check out the Gerber Gear Site. I have added a quick and low resolution video to show the one handed opening, and both knives side by side. Supper Shipping Saver (Free Shipping) is quite fast.

Maybe I'm being over-critical on a reasonably priced knife set, but 3 stars means "It's OK" -- and it is just OK. Pros: * Low price * Light weight * One-handed operation to open/close * Nice fit and finish and razor sharp Cons: * Hard to open compared to bigger knives and thumb stud is not tall enough * Aluminum handle is not very strong and is slippery * Blade is too thin * Blade is not tall enough * Belt clip has to go The slender design of the blade and handle results in a knife that is hard to open using the thumb-stud. It also feels small in your hand to the point where I'd be worried that my hand will slip forward onto the blade if any forward pressure was exerted. The aluminum handle is slippery even when dry. The belt clip is useless and I removed it immediately. I had the tiny Torx driver necessary to remove the belt clip but the bolts stripped so I just pried the handle up until the screws ripped out of the soft aluminum body. The protrusion from the back of the knife's blade isn't intended to open the knife; rather, it's to prevent your hand from slipping forward when the knife is open. If this is in your price range, it's an OK choice; but, I'd recommend something beefier with a non-slip handle if you can find it. I carry the little one and am satisfied enough.

The hinges are much to tight on the Gerber EVO Serrated. But that was nothing a Torx screwdriver and some WD-40 didn't solve. I'm still looking for a pocket knife, low-priced with a spring for quick use! However! these will do just nicely.

I was looking to replace my Buck Knife (I broke rule #10). When I saw this on the internet, I knew this would make a good replacement. The blade has an edge that will not dull quickly under normal use. The smaller blade was like a gift. After recieving both, I knew I had gotten a good deal. I paid about half price for the lager Gerber which means that the smaller one was free. Thanks!

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I've been researching like crazy to find the best multi-tool for ME, and I've chosen the Gerber Suspension. Here's why... PRICE - Can't be beat unless you're buying it from Gweedo of the docks or off the back of a box-truck. SAFETY - It seems that when safety is a primary concern for a product such as this, you must sacrifice a bit of utility and functionality. No problem. I'd rather have a shorter knife plus tools that lock in place than pinched palms and blood-blisters. COMFORT - I've played around with Leatherman multi-tools, and they always leave this nagging feeling in my hand as if something's just not right. There simply is no comparison between handling the straight edges of Leatherman vs. the butterfly contour of the GS. The GS offers a far more ergonomic and "friendly" feel when being handled. Spring-loaded pliers on the GS also add to ease-of-use so I'm not using my middle finger as a "spring" as I would have with the Leatherman. EXPANDABILITY - The $8 bit kit squelches complaints about the lackluster philips head screwdriver. This inexpensive kit also helps to extend one's reach father than the Leatherman's stubby drivers. UTILITY - It's got everything a multi-tool needs. Though it would nice to have a file, I've found that the solution to this is to purchase a separate, small, flat file that fits in the case. [...] After all, you might want to sharpen your blade, and you can't do that if the file is attached to the tool! KNIFE - One of the more attractive features of the Leatherman (Wave, Surge, TTi) is the knife. Leatherman offers a beefy knife with THOSE models, but not-so with their other traditional models. Apples to apples between the GS and standard Leatherman multi-tools proves the GS blade to be comparable. If I need to perform hardcore cutting, I wouldn't use a multi-tool blade anyway. RULE NUMBER ONE with any tool is to use the RIGHT tool for the job...ESPECIALLY if it has a cutting edge. With this in mind, the GS's knife is spot-on for mundane tasks like cutting string, cardboard, rubber hoses, cloth, etc. If I'm sharpening a stick to make it into a spear, I'd rather use a bowie. WEIGHT AND MECHANICAL - Nothing wrong here. Great weight. Rigid. Tool-draw stiffness wears off with use (as it should). Now, the only reason I give it four stars instead of five is the fact nothing deserves five stars until I've used and abused it for more than six months. I would rather come back and post glowing highlights deserving of a five-star redux after I've applied the GS to some real-world situations. So, would I ever recommend, say, a Leatherman Wave, over the Gerber Suspension? Maybe...as soon as Leatherman brings its price-point down to around $35, adds spring-loaded pliers, extends the reach of their bits, and does something about palm pinching. Otherwise, I think anyone who needs a medium-duty EDC multi-tool will be delighted with the GS. Finally, there's that issue of the GS being made in China. It sucks that it's not American made, but I have nothing against Chinese people, nor do I care to apply politics to "toolism". At least being made in China allows American small business owners to afford the wholesale cost of this product and make some money to feed their American families when people buy it. The GS is still designed by American engineers who work at an American company. Let's not complicate the issue, though. Does the GS do what it's supposed to do, offer better-than-expected performance, and do so at a great price-point? Yes. 'Nuff said. -

I bought the Gerber Suspension as a replacement for one that was confiscated when I was traveling through an airport (...my fault for not realizing it was in my back pack). In any case, the Suspension works just as the earlier one did and I think in many ways is more user friendly than a comparable Leatherman. The only thing I liked less about the new Suspension is that it did not come with the accessory tool kit (drive attachment and 10 bits), so I had to buy that separately. Also, the case is somewhat smaller, so the accessory tool kit has to be stored in a separate pouch. I would buy again, and the price was right from Amazon.

My Husband really liked this knife. He used to have a different Gerber and wore it out. He likes this one better!

I like the quality of this tool. The workmanship is very good, it looks better in person than it did in the pictures. It opens smoothly into sturdy pliers that seem very functional. The blades are secure and they lock firmly in place, I think they will be safe to use to the point of abuse. I cut a board with the saw, it isn't a cross-cut but it works better than I expected. It would be enough to cut poles for a shelter or small branches for a fire. The knifes were sharp, with a few strokes a ceramic sharpener they took a good edge. Even the case seems durably made, my only complaint is the belt loop is only large enough for a narrow belt, it measures about 1 3/4 inches.

This unit is well built and has served me well for more than a couple years, now. That said, I think it's very important to add that it's a real pain to get some of the tools out. Since purchase, the individual tools have been consistently stiff and difficult to get out. I frequently have to pull out the neighboring tool to get an adequate grip or to use a key to pry out the tool I want. I'm no stranger to pocket knives and tools. I've been carrying them since I was about 10 and using them for even longer. This guy may be functional, but is very difficult to use for anything beyond the pliers.

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This by far is one of the best knives on the market. I have been in debate about this knife over the last 6 months or so. I needed a good strong knife for search and rescue operations so after looking at all the knives on the market I decided to go with this one and I am glad i did. For starters the knife itself is very strong with the thick blade. The sheath is top notch and the knife is very secure in it. The sharpener that is intigraded into the sheath is a added bonus and works great as well. Great tactical knife as well for someone that is involed in search and rescue a Must have in or on your gear. Another factor for me was that a guy on [...] did a review of this knive and he did a series of test and it past no problems it did finally break the tip anyway after it was put in a vise and pressure was applied over and over again very impressive, if you go to [...] type in Gerber LMF II test it should come up.

This is an amazing knife. I got my first use on a hike in the Smoky Mountains a couple weeks ago. The factory edge was sharp, the sheath is great and the knife is as tough as nails. I've seen some reviews that said the grip didn't fit larger hands. I'm 6'5" and wear XXL gloves and the grip is no problem at all. The material the grip is made out of held onto my hand even when wet from the snow. The only negative, if I could call it that, is how tight the knife sits in the sheath. However, since this knife was first designed to be a downed airman's survival knife it had to withstand some unreal G-force and not come out. If you are looking for a tough knife to use for hiking/camping/survival you've found it. Gotta love the folks at Gerber.

this is a great knife, it feels really good in your hand, and performs every task it claims to. the only negative thing, although i checked sheath as good. i never really liked sheaths that lock the knife in so tight. if you wanted to sneak up on someone with this knife. have it out ahead of time. getting it out of sheath is noisy.

I have not had an oppotunity to put this knife through any trials yet so I will update this when I do. What I have to say for now is that it seems to be a well built hefty knife with a very comfortable handle. One of the main reasons I decided on this knife was because of the sheath. Most of the knives that I have ever owned had what I would call barely adequate sheaths. This one is very good. I like that it is made with synthetic material that will not rot. I also like that it has drain holes so it will not retain moisture. The built in sharpner is a nice idea though I allways pack a small one anyway. And of course the many many different ways in which this sheath can be attached to a pack, your leg, belt etc. gives a lot of options for the type of activity you are planning on. The serations on the knife for me are just right. The fact that they are on the blade instead of the spine means that the knife will not loose rigidity or strength. Also that it is stainless and will not rust is a big plus for me since I live in the Pacific Northwest. I know that some say that stainless is too hard to sharpen in the field, but that is why I carry the extra sharpner. I have other stainless knives and have realy not found this to be a problem.

The old saying you get what you pay for applies here. This knife will last a lifetime. It is well made and sharp, an excellent choice as a "survival" knife. The knife and sheath work well together as system. The blade is strong and sharp. The blade is thick enough to chop small trees and pry things with, not what you would normally use a knife for. This is still a knife though and it excels at its primary function which is cutting. Its sharp enough to shave with and has a serrated portion for cutting rope. The handle is a comfortable non-slip rubber that feels good in your hand. The butcap has a great point for smashing safety glass or as a secondary defensive striking option. By detaching the plastic portion of the sheath from the webbing the blade becomes a handle and a flat portion at the butcap end can be used as a hammer. The sheath is smartly constructed with leg straps and multiple attachment options. A built in sharpner helps you keep the blade sharp after heavy use. The knife is held in place in the plastic part of the sheath by a spap in pressure fit. The plastic part of the sheath attaches to the nylon webbing with sturdy velcro straps which makes for easy removal. The webbing portion adds 2 retaining straps that have button snaps that help hold the knife in the sheath. There are 2 elastic webbing leg straps with plastic buckles for use in an ankle carry or use 1 as a leg strap with the belt loop. This is the best knife for the money I have ever owned. If I could only have one knife this would be it.

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I bought the Gerber 600 for my husband, who is a engineer for the Army...he loved it! It has everything a combat engineer could possibly need and with the name Gerber behind it, it's money well spent because he can have it his whole career and beyond.

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I purchased the Gerber Clutch in an attempt to cut down on the size of my "utility Belt". I have carried a number of full-size multitools over the years in a number of belt holsters, pouches, pockets, etc... and have decided to downsize and shift the items normally found on my belt or in my pockets to a bag of some sort; a go-bag, utility bag, man purse, whatever you want to call it. At the same time I didnt want to lose the flexibility and utility of having a multitool on or near me at all times, so I went looking for a keychain multitool. I wanted something functional that wouldn't bulk up my keychain excessively. I looked at a number of options, notably the leatherman microtool, the Gerber Artifact, various Swiss Army Knives, etc... I came to the conclusion that the Clutch best meet my needs while providing a very good value. I paid around $15 for mine, including shipping. Pros: * Must-have tools provided include: needle-nose pliers, Phillips and slotted screwdrivers, knife blade, and nail file. * Additional tools provided include: tweezers, smaller slotted screwdriver, and a bottle opener. * It provides a good selection of tools and is compact and light weight, but I don't usually keep my keys in my pocket so your mileage may vary in that regard. * The case of the unit is marked "knife" and "file", making it easy to locate exactly which tool you're after, provided you are not in the dark. * The tools have slots in the sides which make it easy to fold them out, even for a guy like me who keeps his nails very short. Cons: * The pliers are functional and work well for light duty tasks, but I would be wary of using them for anything requiring much force or gripping power as I suspect they would deflect or break under the application of a decent amount of force. * Fit and finish leave something to be desired, though for what I paid I cannot complain too much. It is certainly functional and the "flaws" in the construction are primarily cosmetic, but if the store you are buying from wants more that ~$15 for it look elsewhere as you will be disappointed. * The knife blade is stainless steel. This is both a pro and a con, as stainless prevents tarnish and corrosion, but makes it more difficult to sharpen and achieve a fine edge. This is certainly not a deal-breaker as virtually any tool of this type will have a stainless blade, especially at this price point. * The bottle opener and tweezers on this tool are next to useless. This is true of most tools in this price/size range, so don't let this be your deciding factor between the Clutch and another keychain tool. Recommendations: * If the Leatherman Micra came with needle nose pliers instead of scissors I would have gone that route. I feel that Leatherman tools are superior in quality and durability to Gerber tools. If you don't mind the scissors, go with the Micra. * Instead of the uselss tweezers a stand alone bottle opener that actually works should be included. * A can opener with a tiny slotted screwdriver built into the tip (a-la full size multitools) would be perfect in place of the existing small slotted screwdriver. Bottom line: It's a great little tool for the size and price, but don't expect it to replace your full-size multi tool entirely. I still keep one handy in my vehicle, desk drawer, go-bag, etc... just in case I find something the Clutch cannot handle. But then I tend to be over-prepared, so take that for what its worth (which isn't much!). I purchased mine through Amazon only because I had a gift card leftover from Christmas. If not for that I would have purchased it locally and not bothered with shipping as they are readily available at any local department store (Meijer, Target, Wal-mart, etc...).

I buy a lot of these "does-it-all" pocket tools. From Leatherman to Swiss Army to Swiss Tech - they are in my tool box, glove compartment, desk drawer, camera bag or pocket (whew!). This one is the newest and one of the coolest around. The feel is very solid. The pliers are wonderful with a strong spring, thin-nose, and grippy surfaces. The nail file is big, rough-edged with a well-shaped nail cleaner. The screwdrivers are good too with well made small and large blades. The tweezer is small and doesn't come off so I don't love it. However, that's my only minor complaint. The small pen knife blade is good too, although mine had a rather dull edge that needed a touch up before I could use it to cut out a newspaper article. The red color is cool. The finish has the right texture for a sure grip. The built in tiny "key ring" will allow you to attach it to your keys, lap-top bag or briefcase. I love Gerber products and quality products like this are the reason why I do.

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I bought the diesel to replace my previous gerber model, which I lost. The diesel sports noticeably stronger, thicker tools then my previous model. I broke the flathead on the previous model trying to unscrew a rusty screwhead; I doubt that I could do the same on the diesel; each tool is that much more beefy. The cutters on this model are substantially longer. While I couldn't quite cut through an entire piece of coax with the previous model, I can easily do so with one squeeze of the diesel. The slide buttons are a bit nicer; easier to press, not as much force is required. My favorite thing in general about gerber's multi-tools is the one handed-opening. It can make all the difference on a ladder or in a tight spot. The locking mechanism is also worthwhile. My only complaint with this model (and why I took a star off) is that the smaller tools in the middle of the frame can be harder to open then they should be. Each has a small rounded "hook" for pulling on, and these are in succession so that the tool furthest back is the hardest to get at. Not a deal breaker, just a minor annoyance. The outer tools are easy to open, as always.

I have 2 Suspension Multi-tools from Gerber and decided to get this model for the tougher jobs I have. It is stronger then my other 2 and more comfortable when squeezing hard. I don't really like how the inner tools have to come out. I was so used to opening the knife part with one finger from the smaller models. I know that an opening mechanism like the Suspension would make it less comfortable however. I guess I'll take the comfort in this case. The case seams pretty good. It is a little heavy and big but again I needed something stronger and so I have it. It's a breeze to open and close the pliers and I got a good deal on the price. The only thing I would like to see is the pliers to retract flush with the handle and maybe a better way to get a hold on the smaller tools. It's functional and will now be my sidekick in the woods while hunting.

I was disappointed with this purchase so I returned it for the New Leatherman Wave. It was very "loose" feeling, some corrosion and I just opened the box. I like my leatherman Wave and I am glad was able to exchange this with no problems at all.

Not only is the Gerber Diesel the finest multi-tool I've used (25+ years of military, personal and construction use) ... and I've owned and stress-tested every major brand ... but their after-the-sale product support is phenomenal. Actually, it's what customer service used to be like back when most of what we bought was made by American companies who cared about making repeat sales. I found a Gerber Diesel that someone else had dropped in the road near my home. Unable to identify the previous owner, I started using it in my daily work as a home-improvement contractor. Razor-sharp blade, great needlenose pliers, etc., etc. Then one day I was trying to free a corroded fastener and overstressed the pliers hinge. SNAP! The stainless steel fractured and I had an "extra part" on my tool. I packed it up and sent it to Gerber's customer service center with a brief note. Within 7 days, I received a brand new Diesel plus a beautiful Cordura belt sheath, at no charge. Wow! If I ever need another multitool -- and with quality and service like this, I doubt that will happen -- you can be sure I'll be buying Gerber! Count me impressed. Consider the very reasonable price of the Diesel vs. the competition like SOG and Buck, and you can count me "awed."

This tool is actually better than victorinox and even cheaper. Don't doubt about buying it !

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Piece of junk in my opinion. The tip of the blade was rounded, the edge lasted a couple days, the locking mechanism is an insufferable POS and the "safety lock" inadvertently locks so when you pull the knife out you have to fumble with it to get it open. I had this knife for a few days and it ended up in a drawer. I bought the Kershaw Tanto Blur and it is 100 times the knife this one is for about $20 more. I would not recommend this knife. The Kershaw is American made and much higher quality. As far as I know, the Gerber is made in China and it is just about as good as you would expect from a Chinese made knife.

The basic design of this knife is very good for right handed use. It is very fast and easy to open one handed, the cross hatched design is very nice, it is very easy to grip and it looks great. cons: my brother is a lefty, and he doesn't like this knife at all because it is hard to take the safety off and open the blade without putting the safety back on, it also doesn't clip into a left pocket very well and is more likely to open up in your pocket if it is carried on the left side. 4 stars overall would be 2 if I wanted to use this knife left handed. Also, this blade seems pretty sharp out of the box, and I know that the steel is very hard, but it doesn't cut very well for some reason. The only reason I can think of for this is that it has a noticeably concave grind on the edge which makes for a less durable edge. Hopefully, successive sharpening will re-profile the edge enough to fix this.

Sometimes it was reasonably easy to open with the thumbstuds, and other times it wasn't. I would flip the lock back and forth to make sure it wasn't stuck, but I would still have intermittent problems.

This is a very fine, well-made knife--the perfect size for carrying around in your pocket all day. My only complaint is that it's not so easy to open with one hand, and the locking button tends to stick a little when closing it. Probably the best we can hope for until Big Brother legalizes switch blades.

you will not be disappointed with this folding knife,,,It will disappear in your pocket, on a belt sheath or if your careful it has the belt clip also...the blade,out of the box, is like a surgeons scalpel,,very,very sharp,,the spring assist will move the blade out in an instant..the knife has a small safety latch that will keep the blade locked in your pocket and locked open when in use...this knife gets 5 stars for sure....Bryan C in Idaho