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2013 Gerber Product Launch Kicks Off with a Bang

One of the many great things about working day to day with such a storied brand is that media are literally chomping at the bit for our new product releases. Case in point, with our new gear set to kick of April 1 news started to leak out this week in anticpation of our latest and greatest coming to market.

From the GDC series to the Bullrush to the new Outrigger, top outlets including Gizmodo, the Gear Junkie and Recoil Magazine are starting to spread the word on our new gear. Here's to spring - and another great season!

Gerber Bear Grylls Paracord Knife Featured in Backpacker Magazine 2013 Gear Guide

The Backpacker Magazine 2013 Gear Guide - a veritable bible for the outdoor set - has landed on newsstands with the Gerber Bear Grylls Paracord fixed blade in an amongst the top gear for the upcoming season.

Part of a 'Top Ten Essentials' round up, the Paracord is listed as a 'Killer Deal' scoring high marks for durability, simplicity and weight. A great way to kick off the spring - with more to come....

Myth Compact Fixed Blade Aces Knife World Field Trial

Nothing can shine a light on a product like a full fledged field test and we're proud of the latest crucible the Myth Compact Fixed Blade has come through.  As noted in the March issue of Knife World, the Myth Compact Fixed Blade is that "rare instance of a sheath boosting a knife from 'good' to 'very good".

The comprehensive review takes the reader on a 360-view of this Myth blade, receiving props for being affordable and user friendly, while concluding that "this complementary knife/sheath is the best value since fuel was a dollar a gallon." To which we can only add a rousing, 'hear, hear'.

Family Camping & CanoeRoots Magazine Features Gerber Camp Axe II

Say it with us - spring is here!  Ahhhh, now doesn't that feel better?

With spring comes flowers, warmer air, the chance to get back outside after the long cold winter and yes, eventually camping season! Accordingly, the editors at Family Camping & CanoeRoots Magazine have featured the Camp Axe II in their their Spring 2013 edition.

In the spotlight of four axes for the coming season, the Camp Axe II rates highest for durability, performance and value.  All setting us up for good times with family and friends under the stars.

Gerber's TSA Compliant Gear Makes Headlines

In a dramatic policy change, the Travel Safety Administration (TSA) recently announced that it will allow certain small knives onto commercial airlplanes.  The ruling, which is not without some debate, also applies to multi-tools that fit under new TSA regulations and goes into effect April 25th.

Not surprisingly, media were attracted to the story and Gerber - and our TSA-compliant gear - was a beneficiary in this announcement.

Our official position on the matter is one of a factual, neutral and informational nature. Gerber makes many travel-friendly products that meet the new criteria defined by the TSA. These products include the Dime, Splice, Vice, Shard, Compact multi-tool, GDC Zip Tools (Hex, Hook Knife, Driver and Light only) and the Impromptu Tactical Pen.

 

Gerber Myth Fixed Blade Pro Scores Big in North American Hunter Field Test

After a month's long Field Test by nearly one hundred North American Hunting Club members the results are in - and the Myth Fixed Blade Pro nailed it coming in with a 9.1 rating out of 10.

Among other things members lauded the blade for 'fit and feel' and overall performance in the February/March issue. One happy member stated that "I've never been able to field dress a whitetail with just one blade, and this did it with ease", while another said "I'd recommend this blade to anyone who loves the outdoors".

In fact enough members were taken with the knife that it earned the coveted North American Hunting Club 'Seal of Approval'. Congrats to all as Gerber once again makes the grade!

 

Army Times 'GearScout' Shines SHOTlight on Gerber M249/240 Weapons Tool

As noted before SHOT Show 2013 was one of the bigger ever - not just for Gerber, but for the industry at large and the press coverage is still shaking out.  Most recently in this Army Times recap of the the show's top gear that includes our upcoming M249/240 weapons maintenance tool.

A great nod from a respected source in the military community and we're very honored. It's also worth noting that this Gear Scout article was reproduced across the Armed Services network appearing in Air Force Times, Marine Corp Times and Navy Times as well.