Gerber 22-01629 LMF II Black Infantry Knife with 4.8-Inch Blade
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Product Details
Manufacturer: GerberModel: 22-01629
Product features:
- Partially serrated blade
- Plexiglass punch
- Can be used as a hammer
- Converts to a spear
- Sheath has integrated sharpener
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Gerber 22-01629 LMF II Black Infantry Knife with 4.8-Inch Blade
Customer Review: The knife with a kitchen sink attached
Summary: 5 Stars
I got the opportunity to volunteer for a year of fun & sun in beautiful Baghdad, and decided I needed a manly-man knife to carry around with me. I call it "Plan B" because the duties I perform (gate guard) render my M-16 largely useless, as any... "interactions" would be taking place at close range. Unfortunately, I haven't had a chance to rack up any knife kills yet (this place is totally not at all like COD), but what I did discover is that this knife is AWESOME.
First things first: This knife weighs a ton. Its blade is a full 3/16" thick. You will never snap it. It does not bend, it does not flex. It is a short, stout blade. If I had to draw an analogy, it'd be the little Scottish dwarf guy from LOTR. And his axe. One might think that this blade is too thick to be sharp, and although the knife on my Leatherman is better suited for delicate work, this blade is more than capable of taking an edge sharp enough to cut straight through a 1 liter bottle of water, of which there are billions out here. It is also hard enough to retain that edge for a good long while.
The knife isn't very well balanced for throwing, but if thrown with care it will embed its blade a few inches deep into wood, concrete, solid diamond, etc. It's so heavy that even if you don't hit something with the blade, it'll still really, really hurt. Which brings me to the Skull Cr... er, "window breaker" on the butt. So far, it's been most useful for breaking up large blocks of ice, a task at which it excels. However, I have absolutely no doubt that you could crush no small number of hard objects with it. Again, its considerable heft comes into play here, and it is possible to (totally accidentally) gouge a good chunk out of a concrete T-wall with it without damaging the knife.
Its handle is electrically insulated to either 600 or 6,000 volts or something like that. I know for a fact that you can cut (and by cut I mean tomahawk chop) through a fallen 400v power line safely in order to keep it from further electrocuting a vehicle. Boy, you should've seen the looks on their faces when I was about to make the first chop! I'm fairly certain I sold a few of these knives that day. In related news, 400v power lines make hella sparks when you cut through them.
The sheath. Yes, well, it's rather cumbersome. And it's huge. But it's for a huge knife, so it rather comes with the territory. I don't normally wear a MOLLE vest (which is my armor) so I couldn't use that, but by cutting the top strap off, you can hook it through your favorite 2" (or larger, or smaller, whatever) belt and strap the bottom part around your leg. This has worked satisfactorily for 11 months now, and you get used to it sort of cutting circulation off of your leg. Honest. You have to strap it pretty tight in order to keep the sheath in place while inserting/removing the knife, but the knife will not accidentally come out.
There is a sharpener built into the sheath. It's moderately useful. It will put a medium edge on the blade if no other sharpener is around. This would be most useful in remote situations, but using it requires removing the sheath from its strap/harness, which is somewhat annoying. Really, just get a whetstone and you'll be fine. I use a sharpening kit by Smith's:Smith'sŪ Diamond Field Sharpening Kit (that I have also reviewed) and it works wonderfully - enough to put a shaving edge on a pig-sticker.
There are holes in the knife that are supposed to be used to lash it to a pole or branch in order to form a spear. I have 550 cord in one of my pockets, and access to palm frond branches, but have not tried this out. I don't see why it wouldn't work, but mostly it just creates places for dust to get into that I have to use pipe cleaners to remove.
If you wear this strapped to your leg, be prepared to get a lot of funny looks. Even in VBC, where everybody has a knife, this is a HUGE KNIFE. I have been called "Rambo" on more than one occasion. Even with an M-16 strapped to my chest, this knife intimidates people far more. Questionable contact with questionable locals is almost more effectively broken off by me resting my hand on the butt of the knife than by gesturing with the rifle, as they all know the rifle's pretty much only useful as a large cumbersome club inside of 10 yards. It takes a bit of dedication to wear a knife this ridiculously huge on a daily basis, but its mere presence speaks volumes. It says you ain't ****ing kidding around.
Don't buy this knife because it's a miniature sword; it isn't. A big ol' Ka-Bar will serve you better. This isn't a miniature sword; it's a miniature hatchet. A hatchet with a serrated edge, and a mauler on the other end. It might as well have big spikes on it, à la Dk'Tagh. This is a knife that dispenses all pretense and gets straight down to business. This knife is Winston Wolf from Pulp Fiction. This is a knife that you can do darn near anything with. You can hunt, fish, kill, shave, crush, not-electrocute, and even pry-bar stuff. The blade is that thick.
So if you're tired of your cute little SOG Seal Pups and your flimsy little Ka-Bars, get this knife. It won't let you down. You just have to be brave and strong enough to handle it. It's not for the faint of heart (or leg circulation).
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Description of Gerber 22-01629 LMF II Black Infantry Knife with 4.8-Inch Blade
The Gerber 22-01629 LMF II Black Infantry Knife was designed for survival during even the worst conditions. This 10-inch survival knife was engineered by former military man Jeff Freeman and was field-tested with troops, ensuring that it can stand up to rugged, rigorous use and offer high performance under a variety of emergency conditions.
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 The stainless steel blade and buttcap deliver precision strength.View Larger. |
 The sheath features a carbide sharpener and a belt attachment. |
Whether you need to cut firewood, build a shelter, or slice through a seat belt, the LMF II survival knife has you covered. It was designed to adapt to a wide variety of situations, so you'll never have to worry whether you have the right knife.
Unique Buttcap Can Pierce Glass
In addition to the blade end of the knife, Gerber also gave the LMF II a unique, pointed buttcap that is made of stainless steel. This heavy end can be used to pierce glass in the event you need to egress from a helicopter or other vehicle. The buttcap features a smart design that is physically separated from the tang in order to offer shock absorption when it's used as a hammer and also to prevent electrical shock.
Smart, Versatile, Comfortable Design
The LMF II features an overmolded handle, which helps prevent hand blisters and provides a secure grip. It is also designed with lashing holes, allowing it to be converted into a spear and extending its usability. The black color keeps you inconspicuous while you are out on night-time missions.
Sheath Included with Built-In Sharpener
A low-profile sheath is included and it features a built-in carbide sharpener. The stainless steel blade can withstand a ton of abuse, but if it ever gets damaged or needs sharpening, you won't be stuck out in the open with a dull knife. The sheath facilitates movement and attaches to a belt or MOLLE vest.
Gerber's History of Ingenuity
Savvy. Moxie. Craftsmanship. Attention to detail. These are just a few of the company traits that contributed to Gerber's emergence as a world leader in outdoor gear. Joseph Gerber started Portland, Oregon's Gerber Advertising back in 1910, and one Christmas, he hired a local knife-maker to craft 25 sets of kitchen cutlery as client gifts. The knives were so popular, Mr. Gerber ultimately left his agency to launch Gerber Legendary Blades in 1939.
For more than half a century, Gerber Legendary Blades has been helping people fend for themselves. Gerber designs popular, dependable tools and knives along with other outdoor gear that helps users accomplish whatever tasks they may be faced with, promoting the lost art of self-reliance.
What's in the Box
Gerber 22-01629 LMF II Black Infantry Knife, sheath
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