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Is Gerber LMF 2 GOOD?
The Gerber LMF 2 was originally designed as down and dirty escape and evasion fixed-blade for aircrews downed behind enemy lines. The Gerber LMF 2 consistently ranks among the top five survival knives out there. As a bushcraft knife, I think the KaBar Becker BK2 and the ESEE 6 out-perform it in many respects.
What does LMF stand for in Gerber knife?
Lashing Point The knife has a quirky bonus purpose; it features holes in the handle and the butt of the knife to be used as lashing points for a spear.
Where is the Gerber Strongarm knife made?
Portland, Oregon
The Strongarm is proudly made in Gerber’s Portland, Oregon factory.
Is Gerber Strongarm full tang?
The Strongarm is Gerber’s best-selling fixed blade for a reason. With a full tang, 420HC steel blade and rubberized diamond-texture grip, this is a knife you can rely on at the campsite, in rescue scenarios, or back in civilization.
Is Gerber StrongArm worth it?
The StrongArm is one of many made in USA knives in their catalog and likely one that will be around for a long time It’s an excellent budget bushcraft knife. The StrongArm may not be the LMF II Infantry, but it’s a great knife, and a worthy successor to the LMF II.
How thick is the Gerber StrongArm blade?
one-quarter inch thick
The Gerber StrongArm is an American made full tang fixed blade knife. This Gerber 30-001060 model is in black color and comes with a MOLLE compatible sheath that can be mounted in several different possitions. The full tang blade is nearly one-quarter inch thick and is built out of USA-made 420HC (high carbon) steel.
Which is better S30V or 420HC?
Here is the short answer: S30V is better steel than 420HC. While they are both stainless steel, S30V has better durability, edge retention, and longevity. However, there are some trade-offs to S30V: While S30V is better than 420HC, S30V is more expensive and is harder to sharpen.
What knives do Bear Grylls use?
What Knife Does Bear Grylls Use? When Bear Grylls goes on a new journey through uncharted territory, he always has faith in his set of Gerber knives. Bear teamed up with Gerber to make an incredible line of knives and other outdoor kit years ago and it looks like the line has been discontinued.
Is the Gerber LMF 2 a good knife?
The Gerber LMF 2 was originally designed as down and dirty escape and evasion fixed-blade for aircrews downed behind enemy lines. The Gerber LMF 2 consistently ranks among the top five survival knives out there. As a bushcraft knife, I think the KaBar Becker BK2 and the ESEE 6 out-perform it in many respects. However…
Does the LMF II have a sheath?
That is an excellent feature; a knife without a sheath is dangerous at the least. The LMF II comes with a sheath that’s as functional, durable, and trustworthy as the knife itself. This sheath is going to last your through thick and thin and remain at your side, knife safely secured.
What is the weight of the LMF II?
The LMF II is a hefty knife and weighs in at almost 12 ounces (23 with the sheath), but it’s more of a reassuring weight than a cumbersome one. The blade is sharp out of the box and durable.
How does the LMF 2 cut through wire?
The LMF 2’s handle is actually quite a technical achievement. This knife is capable of cutting through live electrical wires. The handle also has two lashing points to use the knife as a spear. In order to do this, it has been purposefully built on a 3/4 tang instead of a full tang. This isolates the metal strike pommel from carrying current.