Saturday, December 17, 2011

Gerber 22-01589 Big Rock Camp Knife

Gerber 22-01589 Big Rock Camp Knife Review



Gerber 22-01589 Big Rock Camp Knife Feature

  • Blade Material: 440A stainless steel
  • Handle Material: SoftGrip overmold over a hard substrate
  • Ergonomic contoured handle
  • Lanyard attachment
  • Nylon sheath includes protective insert

Originally designed by Bill Harsey as a hunting knife, the Gerber Big Rock has become a popular choice as an all-purpose, fixed blade knife that's great for bringing along on hunting, fishing, and camping trips. The full-tang, drop-point blade is made of 7Cr17MoV stainless steel and has a fine edge, while the ergonomic, glass-filled nylon handle is covered with a textured rubber overmold. The Big Rock includes a nylon sheath, and the lanyard hole at the butt end is compatible with a standard 550 nylon cord. The Big Rock has a 4.5-inch blade length and an overall length of 9.5 inches. Easily pocketable, it weighs 6.4 ounces. Backed by a limited lifetime warranty.

 

Gerber Big Rock fine edge
The Gerber Big Rock with fine edge blade (view larger).

 

Gerber Big Rock fine edge
Included sheath (view larger).
At a Glance
Gerber 22-01589
Big Rock
At a Glance:
  • All-purpose fixed blade for hunting, fishing, and camping

  • Textured rubber overmold ensures secure grip

  • Nylon sheath includes protective insert

  • Lanyard hole

  • Limited lifetime warranty
At a Glance
Although the Big Rock is an outstanding hunting knife, Bill Harsey designed this fixed blade to be an excellent all-purpose camping knife as well. The full tang drop point blade comes in a serrated edge, and the ergonomically shaped glass-filled nylon handle uses a Softgrip over mold with textured grip points for maximum comfort and control. A finger guard protects, and the lanyard hole is compatible with 550 cord. Nylon sheath with protective insert included. Textured SoftGrip overmold ensures secure grip Ergonomic contoured handle Full tang, fixed blade Lanyard attachment Nylon sheath includes protective insert Overall Length: 9.4" Length of Blade: 4.5" Weight: 6.3 oz. Blade Material: 440A stainless steel Handle Material: SoftGrip overmold over hard substrate Blade Style: Drop point Sheath Material: Nylon with protective insert Blade Type: Serrated Edge


No comments:

Post a Comment