The Gerber hampered firefighters and EMS providers offer a multi-purpose tool in a compact design.
In responding to calls 9-1-1 on a car accident, hampered the knife can be just the ticket. Whether releasing one victim trapped or help provide lifesaving oxygen, the knife issue helped a lot.
In reviewing the different characteristics of the knife, I discovered why it is so popular.
Here are the top 5 things I like about the Gerber hindered.
1. D'thick blade Serrat
When Rick hampered designed this knife, he did with firefighters and rescue providers in mind. A firefighter himself, has hampered knows the importance of a good knife.
Just to give you an idea of the quality of construction, 3.5-inch blade on the Gerber hampered 440A is stainless steel.
Although the tip of the blade is dull (security measure) splined is super strong. I tested the blade on some heavy weight and strap it cuts right through him.
2. Seat belt Cutter
Speaking of cutting, has hampered the rescue knife comes with a built-in safety belt which cuts really does the job.
At a recent release class, I tried the cutter on a couple of seat belts to see how it worked. Needless to say he did on tour.
Note: The close adjustment of the cutter, it is difficult to open the wearing of gloves. Other than that, it works very well.
3. Punch window
Located at the end of the handle, the window is a punch to hand the function Gerber hindered. It took very little effort for me to a bust of the window of the car (release during the class) using this tool.
4. Oxygen Tank key
Another element which is specially designed for rescue personnel is the key oxygen tank. Located on the same side of the handle as the belt clip, O2 key works like a charm. The good thing is that it is out of the way until you need it.
5. Safety Lock.
One of my favorite features of Gerber is hampered security.
The safety device is used to firmly hold the blade in place and keeps closing accidentally. To close the blade, it is necessary to slide the security until the lockout disengaged.
Bonus: Did I mention that each Gerber hampered comes with a tool kit containing an assortment of 9 tips? OK, I just did.
For those who earn their living handling emergencies, it is good to have the necessary resources easily accessible.
Having a Gerber hampered rescue knife on your belt or lap wheel could be useful. You never know when you might need.
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