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Kitchen & Cookware/Cutlery & Tools

Gerber Recalls Uppercut Knife and Sheath Sets Due to Laceration Hazard

Agency Publication Date: August 6, 2013
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Summary

Gerber is recalling approximately 2,900 Uppercut Fixed Blade Knife and Sheath sets because the sheath does not hold the knife securely. This defect allows the double-edged knife to come out of the sheath unexpectedly, which can lead to cuts. One consumer has already reported a laceration that required medical attention. These sets were sold at sporting goods stores and online between March 2013 and June 2013 for about $60.

Risk

The sheath's failure to securely lock the knife in place poses a serious laceration hazard, as the blade can accidentally slide out and cut the user or a bystander. One injury involving a cut that required medical treatment has been reported.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your knife and sheath for identification: The knife is a 4-inch T-handled model with a 2-inch double-edged blade and a white Gerber logo on the front. Look for model number 30-000650 on the box or 31-001727 on the blister pack packaging.
  2. Inspect the sheath for a black nylon construction with an engraved Gerber sword and shield logo on the front and 'GERBER' engraved on the back snap clip.
  3. Immediately stop using the knife and sheath set. Carefully cover the knife and store it in a safe location out of the reach of children.
  4. Contact Gerber Legendary Blades toll-free at (800) 289-4560 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, or visit www.gerbergear.com and click on 'Product Notifications' to receive instructions on returning the faulty sheath for a free replacement.
  5. For additional questions, contact the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772.

Your Remedy Options

📋Replace

Consumers should immediately cover and store the Uppercut knife in a safe area out of the reach of children. Contact Gerber Legendary Blades for instructions on returning the sheath for a free replacement sheath.

Contact: Gerber Legendary Blades toll-free at (800) 289-4560 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.gerbergear.com and click on "Product Notifications" at the bottom of the page for more information.

Affected Products

Product: Gerber® Uppercut™ Fixed Blade Knife and Sheath Set
Model:
30-000650
31-001727
Date Ranges: March 2013 - June 2013

Product Images

Gerber Uppercut Knife Sheath Set (back view of sheath with Gerber logo)

Gerber Uppercut Knife Sheath Set (back view of sheath with Gerber logo)

Gerber Uppercut Knife Sheath Set (front view of sheath with the sword and shield logo)

Gerber Uppercut Knife Sheath Set (front view of sheath with the sword and shield logo)

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 13257
Status: Active
Sold By: Sporting goods stores nationwide and online at www.gerbergear.com from March 2013 through June 2013 for about $60 per knife and sheath set.
Manufactured In: China
Units Affected: About 2,900
Distributed To: Nationwide
Importer: Gerber Legendary Blades, of Portland, Ore.
Contact: Gerber Legendary Blades toll-free at (800) 289-4560 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.gerbergear.com and click on "Product Notifications" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Agency Last Updated: January 26, 2015

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