Gerber 06701 E-Z Out Skeleton Knife

by Gerber Legendary Blades

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

We don't necessarily make knives to win popularity contests. But in the case of our E-Z out and E-Z out Jr. line, were not going to complain how they have gained such a dedicated following. Because these profoundly versatile clip folders have certainly done their part to help folks fend for themselves. Cutting the things that need cutting. Think of them as all-around knives for everyday life. As the name suggests, they are very easy to open and use. All it takes is one hand to smoothly deploy the stalwart stainless steel blade. Of particular value to dedicated knife users is the hell or high water rugged polycarbonate handle complete with supple gripping agility of our soft grip inserts. The combination is a pleasure to hold in your hand and a pretty slick solution for any task that requires a knife with backbone

Product Description

Easy one hand opening with a heat-treated high carbonsteel blade, molded Kraton rubber inserts with Zytel handlea removable pocket clip and locking blade.Closed: 4.56". Blade: 3.52" Weight: 2.6 oz.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5 x 1.8 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B00004WA56
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 06701
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #16,249 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #50 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Hand Tools > Knives > Folded Knives
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars EZ Out so good I sold my Benchmade Griptilian!, May 15, 2010

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ColoradoWildMan (Colorado, USA) - See all my reviews

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I saw one of these at a local sporting goods store and decided to try it out (seeing how the grip felt, opening it one handed, etc.). I was so impressed with this knife after buying and using it for a month that I sold my high dollar Benchmade 551 Griptilian and kept this one! Being as the Griptilian is considered by many to be the best overall one handed knife out there for under a $100, I decided to review the Gerber EZ Out against it here.....

The Benchmade 551 is a very nice knife but has 4 problems compared to the EZ Out: 1) The knob on the Griptilian used for one handed opening sometimes catches on the pocket when pulling it out and opens the blade (bad news!), the EZ doesn't have this problem and seems snag-free. 2) Weight- The Griptilian weighs 3.9 oz on my postal scale, the EZ Out only weighs 2.6 oz, so it's easier to carry and so light you almost forget it's there. 3) Price- Simple one here, as the Griptilian costs $90 compared to $27 shipped for the EZ Out. and 4)The Griptilian is not that great at cutting and whittling wood because of the way the blade is ground. The EZ Out, on the other hand, cuts almost as good as my Mora knife, which about says it all (Moras are famous fixed blades used in Europe and the US as bush knives, reknowned for their cutting ability as compared to other fixed blades).

So how does the EZ Out feel in the hand compared to the standard of it's class, the Griptilian folder? The Griptilian is famous in the knife world for its comfortable grip and it's elegant design. The EZ Out is so comfortable that I actually prefer it slightly over the Griptilian. At a 1/3 of the price of the Griptilian, this has to be the best value around for a 3.5" blade one handed open pocket knife. Ultralight, easy to open one handed, built tough (made in the USA!), super comfortable, and a great cutting edge, this is a backpacking\hiking dream if wanting to carry a knife big enough to handle most situations without weighing yourself down. Highly recommended!

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best bang for the buck, January 21, 2002

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David D. Brown (Glendale, AZ) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Gerber 06701 E-Z Out Skeleton Knife (Tools & Home Improvement)

You can pay alot more for a good knife, but for the money Gerber cannot be beat. They come with a razor-sharp edge and take well to resharpening. I've used mine at work for over two years as an electrician and have grown to really appreciate the quality of this knife.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best folding knife I ever owned, January 6, 2011

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D. M. Garland (Chatham, IL) - See all my reviews
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I carried an E-Z Out for ten years and never found a negative thing to say about this knife. I worked in the parts department of a car dealership and spent half my day cutting open cartons, canisters and blister packs of parts. I must have cut two hundred miles of tape and cardboard with it as well as using it for everything from dressing game to making kindling to paring an apple or slicing a pizza. This knife is light as a feather and beautifully balanced. The clip allows you to carry it in a front pocket, on your belt or even in a carpenter's pocket or boot top. It opens quickly and surely with a solid lock. I could easily open the knife with just one hand without the need of those obnoxious metal pegs most quick opening knives use.
Sadly, I lost that knife just before retiring and promised myself to get a replacement but other things arise and I've put it off for three years now, using unhandy replacements that were given to me over the years on birthdays or at Christmas or whatever. None of them are as light, sharp and easy to use as my old Gerber so I'm ordering its replacement this week. I can't imagine why you wouldn't find this knife as enjoyable to use as I did.