Gerber 22-01874 Mark II Knife

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First introduced in 1966 and one of the best selling knives of all time, the Gerber Mark II tactical knife is serialized for collectors. It features a black oxide coated 420 HC stainless steel double-serrated blade and die cast aluminum handle, and it comes with a ballistic nylon sheath. The blade measures 6.5 inches and it has an overall length of 12.75 inches. The handle is made of aluminum and it weighs 8 ounces. It's backed by a limited lifetime warranty.

The vaunted Gerber Mark II Knife (view larger). Gerber 22-01874 Mark IIAt a Glance:

• Drop point blade with double serrated edge
• 420 HC stainless steel
• Black oxide coating
• Die cast aluminum handle
• 6-inch blade; 12.75-inch overall length
• Limited lifetime warranty

This review is from: Gerber 22-01874 Mark II Knife with Aluminum Handle, Black (Tools & Home Improvement)
The Gerber MK II is a classic fighting dagger that has proven itself countless times throughout history. The MK II follows the footsteps of such legendary fighting daggers as the Fairbairn Sykes and the Applegate Fairbairn.

The Gerber MK II is a fighting knife manufactured by Gerber Legendary Blades from 1967 to 2000, with an additional limited run of 1500 in 2002, and full production resuming as of July 2008. It was designed by retired Army Captain Bud Holzman, who based the pattern off a Roman Mainz Gladius. The Mark II was commonly carried by U.S. troops in the Vietnam War, and was second only to the Ka-Bar knife in fame.

Viet Nam era MK IIs can cost hundreds to thousands of dollars making owning one cost prohibitive for most people who want to own a piece history. Today, Gerber Legendary Knives is again making their famous MK II in an improved design. The Ballistic Nylon Sheath provides improved all weather capability and comes with MOLLE attachment loops and a leg strap. The Knife has a black oxide coated 420 HC double serrated blade and die cast aluminum handle that provides excellent purchase with a gloved or ungloved hand. The Knife is amazingly light but has incredible slashing and penetrating power. In the September 2010 issue of Tactical Knives, a competition was conducted to test the penetraton power of the MK II vs. a traditional tanto blade vs. a Cold Steel Tanto blade. The MK II came out the winner!!! On top of the excellent handling and performance of the MK II, Gerber Legendary Knives is offering this piece of history at an incredible price!!! If you adjust for the cost of living, the Gerber MK II has never been more affordable.

I enthusiastically endorse the Gerber MK II and recommend that you go out and buy one before the demand overwhelms Gerber Legendary Knive's ability to keep up with the orders!!!