Gerber 30-000202 EVO Mid-Size Tanto Knife, Combo Edge

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Product Feature
- Tanto blade shape, titanium nitride- coated blade
- Liner lock mechanism with finger flip for easy opening
- Anodized aluminum cut-out handle
- Low rise pocket clip
- Open length 7.12-Inch, blade length 3.12-Inch, closed length 4.00-Inch and weight 2.40 ounces
Product Description
Features: Blade Detail: ComboEdge. Blade Length (inches): 3.12. Blade Material: 5Cr17, Black. Carry System: Pocket Clip. Handle Material: Anodized Aluminum. Lock Style: Liner Lock. Overall Length (inches): 7.12.Gerber 30-000202 EVO Mid-Size Tanto Knife, Combo Edge Review
1st, I think this is a good value for an EDC (everyday carry) blade - I paid $15 w/ tax. I've had it for 3 weeks now, and have worked it a bit harder than normal (sawing, carving wood as well as typical day-to-day chores). Edge retention is ok, although while it's a bit softer than I'd like it is certainly a step or two above the dirt-cheap no-name import blades out there. I think Gerber does a special heat treat to their 440 steel.I've noticed some wobble creep into the blade play after the last round of yard work. I plan on tightening the pivot screw a bit, but if that doesn't work then longevity is a question.
I like the flipper design, as well as the titanium nitride blade finish which seems plenty tough.
The belt clip was too strong for my liking - always hard to clip them on - but then I've not found many clips that I do like.
A note on quality: When I first pulled this knife out of the heat sealed package I noticed that there was some "touch-up" done on the handle finish at the top where the thumb studs seat into the handle when the blade is open. I rubbed off this touch-up with my finger (I think it must have been a Sharpie they did the touch up with) leaving bare aluminum - tacky IMO and not the level I thought Gerber was at. You can also see that part of the blade near the pivot was ground off and left unfinished - not really a big deal since it's "unexposed" however it's another quality indicator IMO.
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