Gerber 22-01629 LMF II Black Infantry Knife with 4.8-Inch Blade
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Gerber 22-01629 LMF II Black Infantry Knife with 4.8-Inch Blade
Customer Review: Best all around survival knife out there for the money!
Summary: 5 Stars
I did a lot of research before I picked this knife for my primary outdoors knife. The Gerber LMF II series is packed with everything one would need in an emergency situation.
First, the knife is made with a thick high-quality full-tang stainless steel blade. This is essential to holding up to use, abuse, and the elements. It is AMERICAN made in Oregon, and lacks the problems with blades made in China. It is a good size for most tasks although chopping large pieces of wood will be a bit of a chore, but it is possible. The partially serrated blade is also great for cutting rope. The handle is very comfortable and easy to grip, but a little thin, which may be a problem for some folks. The pommel is designed for use as a hammer, and has a pointed end that was designed to break plexiglass. This point would also be great for busting open shelled creatures for food or nuts.
The sheath seems to be a sticking point for a lot of folks, but I have no problem with it. It has a great rubber coated polymer body for grip when the knife is used for hammering. It also has a built in replaceable ceramic sharpening system that is essential for keeping a working edge on it in the field. The sheath attaches to a nylon strap that allows for multiple carry options including MOLLE gear. Take the leg/calf straps off and the sheath is really pretty compact considering its purpose. There are two snap straps to help hold the knife in place and there is an integral clip that really holds the knife secure. In my opinion the bulk is worth the extra options and durability. What good is a knife if the sheath is not durable enough to hold up to use and abuse, or falls off?
A couple of other great features include the extra holes that make it easier to lash it to a pole for use as a spear, which may seem a little silly, but in a survival situation, the ability to spear fish or game is a real help. The pommel is isolated from the blade which does two things: 1) It absorbs shock when using the knife for hammering 2) It protects you from a shock if you cut into a live electrical wire since it is insulated (an intentional design feature). I have seen a torture/destruction test of this knife and it held up extremely well, especially for a knife under $100. It has also been adopted by the U.S. military for air crews and is in the ground in the Middle East, which is no better testament for me.
This knife is a workhorse and will serve you well for camping, backpacking, and emergencies. Don't hesitate to buy this one.
Customer Review: Best knife!
Summary: 5 Stars
This knife may not have the looks of a Ka-Bar but it definitely can keep up if not surpass it.
The blade is sharp and the built in sharpener is great. I do a lot of backpacking and wilderness based tasks and this knife does not leave my side. The holster is well built and just looks plain mean on your thigh holster.
It is a very heavy and solid knife. If you need a survival knife or a military use knife there is not one knife that can hold up against this one.
The holster is quiet for those instances where it is necessary.(Military know what I mean.
Customer Review: Best weekend survival knife for your money
Summary: 5 Stars
I got my Gerber LMF after a lot of research. I own nearly 50 knives but a lot of them are collectible and therefore not for daily carry. I wanted something that would hold up to a lot of abuse and be versatile for carrying in different situations. This is the kind of knife I can take fishing, kayaking, hiking and camping and not ever have to worry about it not performing. Most of the said survival knives fell way short when it came to the sheath and the blade material.(SOG and Buck) The Gerber LMF is far superior in both of these categories. The blade is just the right thickness and length for a good all around survival/outdoor knife. For me the sheath was probably the biggest selling point. I can carry it almost anyway I want to no matter what I am wearing. I carried a Gerber Mark II in the Army and this knife definitely beats that in carry options and performance. I also own a Kabar and a Navy Mark II survival knife and the LMF puts both of them to shame.I would highly recommend this knife to anyone looking for a great survival/outdoor knife. Great job Gerber on both the knife and the sheath.Customer Review: Better than expected
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased this knife based on reviews from both Amazon and other websites. I am extremely pleased with the purchase, and the knife is MUCH more than I even expected! I would highly recommend this purchase.Customer Review: Built like a brick outhouse. Mean as hades, reliable as sunrise
Summary: 5 Stars
Owning 100s of knives, I bought this baby, ...tortured the heck out of it, easy to resharpen with my spyderco sharpener. Ive TRIED to destroy this badarse knife, but cant. I guess there ARE a few good things still made here in the USA. I hate everything, but this knife gets 5 STARS from me. Gerber gets a smack on the back for making something beefy and indestructable.
I was so impressed, I bought two more of these evil mothers!