A Knife Worth Owning: Gerber Strongarm Conclusion

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8 жыл бұрын

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@starlingblack814 2 жыл бұрын

In the 1970s I had a Gerber flat grind with a metal handle in Alaska. I skinned and processed moose, caribou, bear, and smaller game. For wood processing I used a bowie or a hatchet. The Gerber was a good knife and never let me down. Thanks Aaron for the fun video.

@13bravoredleg18 7 жыл бұрын

Bought one and I'm very impressed with it! One thing I figured out is that it fits the Ontario Jet Pilot Survival knife sheath. It fits perfect and you can use the button snap.You can even carry a diamond sharpener in the sheath pocket!

@eberlegarreta2363 8 жыл бұрын

Thx mate. Mine just came in. I pulled the trigger after watching you guys' gauntlet. Now I can't wait to put it to the test. The quality of the blade is crystal clear just by holding it. Cheers!

@bobbyhill4118 5 жыл бұрын

It’s actually one of my favorite knives now. I’ve had a lot of fun with both of mine, I’ve made countless feathersticks and fires, and I’ve used it for everything you can use a knife for, and as long as you don’t hit the edge on concrete or something like that, mine has stayed pretty sharp even after batoning through a bunch of knotty pieces of swamp birch. Even if the blade edge microscopically rolls over a bit, getting an old leather belt and stropping it will make it razor sharp again by moving and removing steel.

@davegilbert9000 7 жыл бұрын

Purchaced this knife several months ago, being ex military, this is built like a combat knife for sure. Like you, i beat the living crap out of this thing and cannot believe how it held up. people that have issues with the 420 HC would change there minds if they actually put this knife through its paces. The strongarm is straight forward, no bells and whistles, tough as nails knife, PERIOD.

@baboonmcgoon6605 8 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thank you for the effort you put in to this and the part one video as well. Very, very tempted to buy this knife now.

@dianacovenant-weaver6007 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Aaron! Great, great review! I've wanted this particular knife for a long time but did NOT want to have a black and orange tool with emblazened BG on it or my sheath! I am so glad that Gerber listened to you and other worthy reviewers. Anyway, I finally pulled the trigger and will have mine in two days. I love my "Chef 9" but I have a very strong feeling that the Strongarm will be my new favorite.

@rb391 7 жыл бұрын

Watched your great review and the gauntlet reviews and I must say that everyone did a great job of exploring the pros and cons of this knife. I just got mine in the mail today and took it out in the back yard to make some kindling with some rock hard mesquite that I use when I BBQ. It passed my quick unscientific test with flying colors! Hard to beat this knife at this price point! Thanks Gerber!

@jackhook4192 5 жыл бұрын

I had a sk5 cold steel knife the tip broke off of it stabbing wood. At first I thought maybe it was a factory defect but I have seen and heard of others who had the same problem with the sk5 knife. We used my Gerber strongarm and it went through a bullet proof vest alot easier than the I was expecting .I wasn't a big fan of Gerber knives or the 420 HTC steel but I have changed my mind on the Gerber strongarm it's one very good knife. I have used it to make a Dakota fire pit it performed great before and after. I did have to sharpen it after digging the pit because of the rocks and roots it dug up but didn't take much to bring the edge back to shaving sharp.

@Kenstagator 7 жыл бұрын

Good knife, need to see more from gerber.

@Mr.56Goldtop 7 жыл бұрын

Mine arrived today! Plain edge, coyote. Very nice knife!

@OldManGlitch 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this Review. I'be been using my FOB knife for a few years but in truth, not my favorite but given the costs of newer other knifes. This one makes me happy to spend the money for.

@jfilm7466 3 жыл бұрын

I've got my Strongarm plain edge and a Ka-Bar D2 with seriation. The feel in my had with the Gerber is amazing as it fits like a glove. Easy to switch around for fighting. Doesn't freak people out whilst camping like my Ka-Bar does.

@nate_6163 8 жыл бұрын

For 4.5 mins I was actually considering getting a gerber knife. Great video!! Keep it up!

@SortaKindaOutside 8 жыл бұрын

I love mine, It's always in my hiking and backpacking pack.

@crusadercanuck7581 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve had the serrated one for a few years now and it’s still one of my favourite blades - this one is my everyday carry, along with my smith and Wesson karambit. I want to get the plain edge one because yeah, the serration gets in the way of some tasks.

@PantsuMann 8 жыл бұрын

This is how a knife should look like when it gets reviewed. Either short hard use, or long term usage(seen someone never reviewed a knife that's under a year old). Fantastic indeed. I might consider getting one. My brother has an older version with some stuff but I've always been critic since it's basically tv advertised through Bear Grylls, lol. But you made me sold on this one :) Thanks for sharing!

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

No problem!

@ToddB987 7 жыл бұрын

I picked up this knife to have like you said for a good all around utility knife. Just love it? In fact, a friend of mine just picked one up too. Fantastic!!!

@TracyDavis904 3 жыл бұрын

Just bought this for my plate carrier. So glad it’s such a solid choice!

@desperado8605 4 жыл бұрын

I bought mine off a recommendation from a review you did and have really been beating on it the last month more than ever before it's my favorite knife

@iyn1911 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review series. Looks like another knife to buy.

@Polskmofo 7 жыл бұрын

knife looks good worn

@clems6989 5 жыл бұрын

It does look baddass !!

@mikechesshir9455 2 жыл бұрын

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@ghostmanlemagnifique9110 2 жыл бұрын

Ah! Mr. Mercedes! 😨😉👉👉

@stalwart263 8 жыл бұрын

Could you please review the 5.11 CFK 7? It looks like your type of knife and I can't find any reviews on KZfaq. Great channel. Keep it up!

@AmongstTheSwarm 2 жыл бұрын

Love my gerber strongarm. I went with the serrated version.

@Glennovan 8 жыл бұрын

What a coincidence, I just received my Gerber Strongarm today! After months of waiting It has finally managed to make it over here to the UK, I can't wait to get out and start using this beast!

@mikedifeo8344 8 жыл бұрын

Looks like a great knife. It reminds me of my Nighthawk 550 & 650. Those Buck knives taught me that 420, if heat treated right, is a great steel. I am sure Gerber did a good heat treat on that knife. Thanks for sharing.

@JRs-guitars 8 жыл бұрын

bought after your reviews man. seems solid. the blade grind is a little uneven but still a nice knife. no REAL complaints. thanks for helping me make up my mind!

@mikec3454 5 жыл бұрын

Mine just came in the mail today - incredible first impressions! I wanted a good knife that could be useful in many (if not all applications) and all the reviews I've watched or read appear to confirm the StrongArm can do it.

@MrMarkas3 3 жыл бұрын

I can’t seem to get a sharp edge on the whole blade as it comes to the point . It’s my first knife as I’ve always wanted to learn sharpen knifes. Thank you guys and girls

@xdercallix4073 8 жыл бұрын

I buy one in Germany and here it is a bit more expensive, but its great! Thanks for your recommendation!!

@5118eman 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks 4 the review, just ordered one looks like a winner 2 me.

@Badforbugs 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks buying this now Was on the fence but this was a great review

@007twm 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much.

@CleanRunShooting 6 жыл бұрын

Just bought it with the link. Thanks!

@Wingman115 8 жыл бұрын

It was honestly one of the toughest knives I've ever reviewed.. Good stuff.

@sinqros 5 жыл бұрын

I just bought a Gerber Prodigy Today, Walmart” with the Same 420 HC steel, NON Serration Model, Do you think it would do as Well as the Strong Arm 💪?

@judahmunoz6321 8 жыл бұрын

Great review, but I was just wondering when you will do a review on the condor crotalus.

@surratt95 8 жыл бұрын

Love mine. Bought after your review.

@davidmace3310 6 жыл бұрын

Great knife! I know they do the 420hc to keep the price down.Wish they would offer a few more options: 1095, 440A and a 7inch blade as well.

@Broken_Arrow58 5 жыл бұрын

What's your reason for the short lanyard? Is it for leverage (when wrapped around your pinkie finger) for chopping as one gauntlet reviewer said?

@diegocorrales844 8 жыл бұрын

I'm looking into purchasing this or the Shrade SCHF42, I plan on using one of these in the same way that you described in the video (fairly casual). I need to know which one is better for the price. Thank you and keep rocking!

@jackgripes1325 8 жыл бұрын

Hey Gideon great videos thanks so much for reviewing gear, I'm glad you read comments and take suggestions like the fiskars hatchet and axe series. Anyway could youd do the Gerber Paraframe 1 fine edge with the titanium nitrade coating or the Gerber Bear Grylls Ultimate Knife, Fine Edge?

@peter-radiantpipes2800 5 жыл бұрын

Ordered a maro carbon steel today but I kind of want this one too. Mostly like you, a little camping and craft, more hiking.at night, weird places, but out etc. only have folding knives of any quality at this point accept really nice kitchen knives. Fully agree if it had a better steel I’d have purchased a while ago and not go back and forth on this knife.

@SimbaOS 8 жыл бұрын

Many thanks for series of reviews of this knife. This will definitely my next knife I'll get for myself.

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

+SimbaOS You will be happy for sure.

@christoffermouritsen2410 7 жыл бұрын

Hey there gideonstactical! Just saw your awesome video again, and i was wondering: how do you sharpen your strongarm? You know, angel, grit and so on. I own the same model, but i have not been able to sharpen it relly sharp yet, but I can see that you have done a pretty good job...

@nigelnaicker7948 8 жыл бұрын

i bought this knife a while ago because i watched ur review on it. love it, keep it on my night stand,

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

Boom!

@jacobsebastien3910 6 жыл бұрын

I just got the all black plain edge strongarm wondering how does the rubber overmold hold up over time?

@CrimsonSurvival 2 жыл бұрын

Which would you recommend as a stronger knife, the Strongarm, or the LMF II..?

@waltz9230 4 жыл бұрын

Is 420HC like completely stainless? Can I not worry about salt water at all? Also, a really important question I have is, is the handle completely sealed? Meaning, can water get inside the handle and make contact with the tang? And has anyone ever experienced a loose handle? Or anything loose on this knife?

@ojibwayinca8487 3 жыл бұрын

What is a plain edge and drop point and why do they matter to you? And, I've seen videos where you have a knife positioned upside down on your hiking backpack, on your chest. Is this that knife or do you rotate those knives? What is a good knife for that. I like the accessibility of having a knife readily available.

@MichaelDelvalle-nt4gp 4 жыл бұрын

just ordered one, pretty excited

@outdoorslayer9060 8 жыл бұрын

Man I have 2 gerber prodigys's and I love them but you sir !!!! have sold me on this strongarm ( : thanks

@harrisquicksilver6595 4 жыл бұрын

Yes that is a real monster, i love it & put it right beside the mora garberg. Thanks for the positive feedback.

@Cr0cket20 8 жыл бұрын

That's good to hear. I have one gerber blade and I'm not terribly impressed. Glad to hear this is a winner.

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

It really is, and I boggles my mind every time I say it. If they keep making these kind of designs with USA quality they just my start to earn some trust back.

@Riverbugger 2 жыл бұрын

Great review of this knife! This review shows the Strongarm’s capabilities very well not like others who reviewed it. Knife looked like it cut like butter here when properly handled, not like in Prepared Mind 101’s video where he struggled to handle it and to be honest not sure he knew what he was doing during the slicing test. Thanks for another great review!! Stay safe!!

@bradleybirmingham6006 8 жыл бұрын

Well said Aaron, this is another knife I bought because of your review and LOVE it! Gerber got a win with this setup.

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

So glad to hear that. I am always want to make sure my recommendations are helping you all.

@mikes_.5_cent 6 жыл бұрын

Wish the gauntlet link was still up. Thanks for the review.

@Toniebones 6 жыл бұрын

So Aaron it is illegal to open carry firearms here in california and ccws are nearly impossible to get, but I would legally be able to open carry this knife, I currently carry a buck vantage, but how would this knife do for a edc, thanks for reading this

@CaptainLock1 7 жыл бұрын

Hoping to get this knife for my birthday! Thanks for an awesome review. :-)

@gideonstactical 7 жыл бұрын

You will love it!

@HalfInsaneOutdoorGuy 3 жыл бұрын

because of your reviews I bought one. Its a knife thats always been in the back of my mind-because of your review. If gerber isn't sponsoring you, they SHOULD be.

@Airik1111bibles 8 жыл бұрын

Okay that knife looks freaking awesome now and I have decided to buy one, thanks for this review and this final shout out to Gerber. I'm so impressed with this knife and the 420hc.

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that!

@BlueRedGooGoo 8 жыл бұрын

+gideonstactical hey, I was wondering what the new angle is that you ground into this knife?

@hectorsegura8167 6 жыл бұрын

there's a new model on the gerber site. it's in BDZ1 steel. any opinions?

@drivin69 7 жыл бұрын

i just bought one myself a great usa made knife by a great company and i got to say i usually like serated blade but i got to admit i wanted the fine edge... i like the being able to cut rope and stuff near the grip but i have to admit this stongarm had me interested as soon as i seen it the lay 2 was also up there but this one i liked the fact that it had the rubber grip and it could be hung on a belt...

@Chambelona59 8 жыл бұрын

Glad I picked one up for 35.00 bucks 3 months ago on Amazon. Purchased an alternative Kydex attachment system from Chiral.Grolim in Blade Forums.

@jessearter4417 4 жыл бұрын

$69 now

@Bobman5673 8 жыл бұрын

Anyone who doubts the quality of this knife after seeing these videos is choosing to take that stance. Steel snobs abound! Forget the "table top" BS, these vids speak for themselves. Not much need to look further. Thanks to gideonstactical for kicking things off! Especially with a knife you purchased yourself! Great work!

@jfilm7466 4 жыл бұрын

I think I found another mounting option. If you remove all bits from the sheath and slip the it inside the waistband of your trousers with the smooth side towards you. The molle "gaps" in the back grip the sheath to your waistband and giving you a nice concealed carry.

@kennywheelus6857 4 жыл бұрын

I just love the the performance an the durability this knife gives for the price yeah so this gerber has won my vote.

@swnorcraft7971 6 жыл бұрын

Excellent review. I have followed it so far through the 4th channel. Great knife! I'm sold. I was admiring your gloves..............What are they?

@kennywheelus6857 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Arron,has anyone gotten their name engraved or personalized on the strong arm, amazon has an offer on the black one,just wondering an ty for the video.

@sixgunslingin 5 жыл бұрын

This is how it should be done. All hype out the window. You got to have fun with it all your buddies got to have fun with it and actually do stuff. I'm going to buy one because of your project.

@CosmikHaze 7 жыл бұрын

can you use the blade Tek Tek lock on the sheath for this knife?

@luiseduardonegretenavarret2537 4 жыл бұрын

If you have to choose between the Gerber strongarm and the SOG Pillar, which would you choose? ... the SOG higher price really worth it?

@mikesomerset6338 6 жыл бұрын

I'm feeding back sooner than I thought. I have now got the knife and I already love it. Thank you for all the reviews. Admittedly, I have not seen all of the reviews in series. However, based on those I have seen, you may have missed something. Gerber have included a clever innovative sheath. Sheaths I find are often given minimal attention by most manufacturers. So, 10/10 to Gerber :-) However this system is made up of five standalone components. The concern becomes one of somehow loosing a component thus compromising the system to some degree.

@awsumedog Жыл бұрын

I have finally broken down and bought one. The absolute torture this knife has gone through has sold me. This knife will last my entire life from this point on and hand down to the next. 👍

@WallyMerc06 8 жыл бұрын

Bought one off of your initial review, love the knife. The sheath is a freaking home run.

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

+WallyMerc06 Wish more companies would do that too.

@jackb6989 7 жыл бұрын

Well, I have one coming thanks to you

@JayWandersOut 8 жыл бұрын

I have one as well and it's been my favorite lately. It's light but still heavy duty enough to get any camp jobs done and with that price i don't mind abusing or neglecting it a little. For instance I have a Benchmade Burshcrafter that I have never taken out with me because I don't want to mess it up. The Strongarm? It's asking to get beat up! Your knife definitely shows that.

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

Ya buddy, though if you have the Benchmade it needs to see some field time. No point keeping it around to look pretty in a drawer. Get out there and use it too. :)

@caseyfrigginscott 7 жыл бұрын

I absolutely adore that knife. It is currently my favorite knife and I carry it everyday. Your reviews and Gauntlet were the reason I bought this blade, and for that, I say thank you, sir. Now that we have seen this blade perform, I would love to see a premium version of this knife. Not with carbon steel, but a higher quality stainless steel. Maybe like S30V, 440C, or something like that!

@Mr.56Goldtop 7 жыл бұрын

Do you have any problems sharpening it?

@TheWaggaBloke 2 жыл бұрын

I totally love my Strongarm and I hope 🤞 that GERBER will keep using the same sheath and the Locking system as it’s as far as I’m concerned the BEST on the Market and Please up Grade the Steel as well. As I’d buy more instead of looking at others on the Market… just my Thoughts 💭

@Airik1111bibles 8 жыл бұрын

So do you recommend this knife;)

@clems6989 5 жыл бұрын

I'm impressed ! I had discounted Gerber after that Bear Grylls crap. But this review has me looking at them again !!

@toddklekotka3340 8 жыл бұрын

Been following this knife through the gauntlet. Been looking for a knife around that 5 inch mark for a good edc and to pair with my CRKT hawk when I go out in the woods for the day. Im glad Gerber finally made something thats appeals to more than just military and better than their BG line. They should have made the original BG knife similar in design and in the USA of the 420HC. Also if they removed the BG logo on the grips and offered the fine edge the first time, they would of had a winner.

@ryandavid071 4 жыл бұрын

Mine came in mail today.. $99 Aus...Was on EvilBay but thankfully not a reproduction as I feared . Has all hallmarks of original..top quality esp. for price.. Mounted it to my Tasmanian Tiger Warrior Belt for when SHTF..It looks a treat 🤙.. Thanks Aaron for another recommendation you had towards my knife collection.

@basednorsegael1089 2 жыл бұрын

It’s a great knife + the sheath is excellent

@Mr.56Goldtop 7 жыл бұрын

Aaron, did you have any difficulty sharpening it? I've seen some comments about that.

@philb8338 4 жыл бұрын

Great review. I like the fact it's made in the U.S.A. I want to spend my money here when at all possible.

@Dan-sq5cv 8 жыл бұрын

Bought my Strongarm after seeing your first review. I figured it had to be pretty good if you said something positive about Gerber, Haha. Really like mine, its not a super steel, but they seem to have the blade design and heat treat right, cause it is tough.The Strongarm is just the right size knife, my Ontario RB7 looks like i'm carrying a sword, great knife but to big and crappy sheath.

@alexandercarder2281 3 жыл бұрын

So glad cos I just purchased it (in brown) only thing that’s bugging me is that it cost me £86 off of Amazon, but it says that the RRP was £110 and your saying $50. Maybe it’s price has gone up.

@Julian-bq9qv 7 жыл бұрын

Have used Gerber knives off and on for about 30 years, some were great, some were crap, but THIS is, imho, the best knife they have made, the value is beyond compare, and I do not know of any knife int he price range that is as strong and dependable. I suggest that you get one, or two, before they '\improve' it...

@eatstupid0123456789 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Aaron, how do you keep this bad boy razor sharp? Any sharpening angle suggestion?

@Matt18272 6 жыл бұрын

How does it compare to the hawke peregrine 2.0?

@johnrambo6302 6 жыл бұрын

late to the party and been eyeing this blade for a year... finally pulled the trigger on one and keep wondering why I was on the fence about it!? I'd take this thing into combat without hesitation...great soldier knife...I like it better than the cold steel SRK knife ...I agree with the video...while the 420hc is impressive...I'd rather seen this blade a S30V or mabey D2 steel...even AUS8 would be cool...If I could change one thing it would be 1" longer blade...but what it comes with will work...this knife is a baby Sherman tank...love the gauntlet reviews...it really gives you a personal perspective from other guys who use the tool in different scenarios and helps with your decision to purchase or not... these guy put in many hours of their time to review these blades and I appreciate their time and effort...plus it's better entertainment than tv in my opinion..peace out and as brother tactical says...." till the next time we meet!"

@sterlingdavis2933 7 жыл бұрын

Great review. Good production value on your vids. Also you sound like you know what you're talking about as opposed to that level of uncertainty you see in some reviewers. So props on your work. As per the comment below, you kind sold me on this knife in that it is utilitarian, and therefore will cover you in many tasks sufficiently as opposed to being the best at any one. I have one question about this I was hoping you might be able to give me your $.02 on. I love the look of the knife with the exception of the coating on the blade in that it will wear off in time. And I'd rather have the clean look of say the Druid Series but on this Strongarm. Because you can't remove the handle like I've seen on the BK series and use a stripper, could you still attempt the process getting as close to the handle as possible and perhaps using some steel will (see what I did there-I'm here all week) to get what's left closest to the handle? Or because it's a different type of coating than what's on the BK's would the stripper approach still apply? My knife knowledge is relatively basic/elementary but watching all these vids, I'm picking up stuff rather quickly. Any thoughts would be appreciated when you get a chance about the blade coating treatment! Thanks!

@tmbushcraft 8 жыл бұрын

Looks awesome, Looking for a large knife to go with my Tops BOB to be molle attached to my pack strap. Looking at BK-2 or Strongarm. What would you recommend. Looking to spend under a $100.00?

@Airik1111bibles 8 жыл бұрын

I would recommend the Ontario gen2 SP51, he does an awesome review of it on his channel. It makes a perfect companion blade for around 70$, 5160hc spring steel with a saber grind that batons through wood like a beast.

@--RSL-- 2 жыл бұрын

3:22 what is that notch used for?

@outlawgt3045 2 жыл бұрын

I'd like to see you review the Puma XP survival knife. It popped up on my Amazon recommendations. I looked it up on KZfaq and there's only like 3 vids on it and they are in German. It's like a $50 knife. I have the Gerber and I'm probably going to buy the Puma XP when the orange handle version becomes available in America. The Puma guy told me end of September.

@torbenbusgaard6971 8 жыл бұрын

Hey Dean O. Do you think you can "convince" Aaron to try out the KME sharpening system. I brought mine after seeing your videos on KZfaq and totally love it