Customer Reviews

Gerber 22-47172 Freeman Caping Fine Edge Knife

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Great little knife, fits hand perfectly and easy to manuver in tight places while caping game.

That knife itself is high quality especially for the price. The blade is sharp, holds an edge, and has held up quite well to at least 2 deer and 4 hogs. The way the handle and the blade itself is designed (look at the half-moon on the beginning of the blade) gives you an amazing grip and strength, even when covered with your kill's blood. Couldn't recommend this item any higher, great price, great deal. Made in a foreign country but still is well made.

Like many knives these days, this Gerber is made in Taiwan. The blade comes razor sharp, has serrations on the top and bottom of the tang, and fits securely in the hand. The sharpened portion of the blade is a little less than 2 1/2" long, and fits well into a quality ballistic sheath that holds the knife securely. Comes with wood scales that are attached with hardware that allows for their removal or exchange if needed. My knife came with a poor finish on the wood scales; basically there was insufficient varathane or whatever the wood treatment is supposed to be. Several areas of both sides of the wood were essentially bare. I remedied this situation by applying a mixture of oils which I rubbed into the wood, let soak in, and then removed. For 15 bucks or so, I didn't mind, but that would certainly be unacceptable for a knife costing over 50 dollars. For the price, this is a good knife.

If you are looking for a CAPING knife, this is a very good knife. If you are wanting some kind of "ghetto sticker", then keep on looking. You won't be happy with this little jewel.

Yes, this is a smallish knife. The actual cutting edge is not very long.

It is the perfect size for a manly steak/cheese/paring knife. The grooves cut into the spine make for a very firm grip.

I am buying four of these as a 'portable steak knife set', because they are lovely and super cheap.

Just the right size for most uses. Keeps a sharp blade. Another great Gerber product