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Gerber Knives & Sharpeners in the Field
Gerber knives are especially well-known among hunters. Gerber offers many knives designed particularly for hunting purposes. One of the most popular Gerber hunting knives is the Freeman Hunter, with a polished Pear wood handle and high-quality grip with finger grooves for rugged outdoor use. The Freeman knife is relatively short with a 4 inch, plain edged AUS8 stainless steel drop point blade, so it is recommended for skinning smaller animals.
To sharpen your Gerber knife out in the field, the hunters favorite is their Diamond sharpener with a pocket clip. It retracts into its handle for easy accessibility and is great for putting a quick edge on your fishing hook or blade in the field.
Knife Safety (cont.)
The simplest of all knife safety guidelines is to always cut away from your body, never toward it. When you’re using a knife, be attentive to the job at hand. You should always be aware of where your knife is pointed.
Do not run with a knife and do not sleep with a knife. You are not Daniel Boone, nor are there bears in your neighborhood that might disrupt your sleep (if there are, calling 911 is the safest response). If you drop your knife, don’t try and catch it. Use your knife for appropriate tasks, not opening bottles or loosening screws. Use your knife for it’s intended purpose. A skinning knife is for skinning, not poking or prying. Use the proper knife sharpener for the type of blade (is your knife serrated or does it have a plain edge?)
Knife safety is about respect: respect for yourself and for the knife. Maintain that respect, and you’ll use your knife safely.
Diamonds: Not Just for Jewelry
Keeping your blade sharp is important for any knife owner, especially if you are using your knife on a consistent basis. There are several options for knife sharpeners on the market, and the one you pick will determine the sharpness of your edge. If money is not an obstacle and you are looking for the best quality, the clear choice is a diamond knife sharpener.
Diamonds are the hardest natural material known to man, rating a 10 out of 10 on the Mohs scale. As such, diamond sharpeners are the best option for creating a razor sharp edge. You can find great diamond sharpening kits that include safety holders, oil and everything else you need to sharpen like a pro.