Gerber Epic Gear Review

After my review of the Gerber Basic I was really excited to get my hands on the Gerber Epic, the second of two new fixed blade knives Gerber has recently come out with. There are several differences between the two, with the Epic the blade is different, it’s a different blade type (although they are both full tang) and it’s also a little longer and thicker but seems to be made from the same gray stainless steel. The Epic has a different handle type made of Textured Glass-Filled Nylon vs the Basic’s TacHide, the Epic has a bottle opener on the end and both have similar snap in sheaths. Both are great knives and offer different advantages depending on the application and blade type needed, both have great features and designs. Of the two I think I like the Epic  slightly more because of it’s blade type and beefier feel, it’s been on two trips with me and I like it more and more after each use.

Gerber 30-000176
Bottle opener integrated into handle
Reversible pocket clip for right or left carry
Knife locks into sheath for secure tip up or tip down carry
Open Length: 7.30″
Blade Length: 3.45″
Closed Length: 7.40″
Weight: 5.12 oz
Sheath: Rigid
Handle Material: Textured Glass-Filled Nylon

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About Zac

My name is Zac and some of my interests include technology, the web, social media, religion, books, the outdoors and running. I am an avid hiker, runner, mountain biker, gear junkie and outdoor adventurer. I love Southern California, the beaches or the mountains, the summer or the winter. I work for the Gordian Project which runs eCommerce websites PlumberSurplus.com, Remodelr.com and OutdoorPros.com and I am part of the OutdoorPros.com Adventure Team. I also collect knives and enjoy testing out new adventure gear of all sorts.

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