Gerber 31-000345 E.A.B. Lite Pocket Knife, Fine Edge
- Contractor-grade replaceable utility blade
- Deep finger grooves for secure fit
- Handle also doubles as pocket or money clip
- Open length 5.10-Inch, blade length 2.285-Inch, closed length 2.85-Inch and weight 2.5 ounces
- Handle material stainless steel
Product Description
ATTRIBUTES Blade Detail: Plain Blade Length (inches): 2.25 Blade Material: Utility Blade Carry System: Pocket Clip Handle Material: Stainless Steel Lock Style: Liner Lock Overall Length (inches): 5.10 Special Features: Finger Protector… More >>
Gerber 31-000345 E.A.B. Lite Pocket Knife, Fine Edge
This is a great EDC “knife”. I bought this knife for routine tasks I didn’t want to expose my “good” knife to.
For a knife this small, it feels quite good and sturdy in the hand, much better than your father’s utility knife. It is much thinner than your standard utility knife (though no less sturdy). This is a big plus and allows you to carry it in your pocket. The Gerber construction is first rate with first rate materials (stainless steel). You can hear the mechanism solidly lock on opening. There is absolutely no play (either side to side or up and down) once the blade is extended.
A liner lock keeps the blade in place until you are ready to fold it back down again. There is a nice finger guard that covers about 1/3 of the utility blade preventing any accidents.
The clip in the back is actually welded onto the knife (not a separate piece that is screwed on). I suppose this means it might snap off some day, but I doubt it. The clip is nice,tight, and extends all the way to the edge of the knife. Even if it does snap off, the weld is on the inside portion of the body, hidden from view.
The knife takes standard sized utility blades. By carrying a small pack of blades, your knife never goes dull! You can use both sides of the blade before discarding it. Changing the blade will require a slotted screwdriver, but this means the blade is truly securely fastened (pins will loosen over time). I will probably use Lennox blades, but Irwin is fine as well.
You can’t beat this knife and the price makes it even better! I’m happy I made this purchase.