New knife, Gerber Covert

***Corey*** · 03-24-2009, 04:44 PM

They make two sizes, I went for the large.
Here is a video I found on the 'Tube.

YouTube Video

Here is the Covert Mini, slightly smaller.

YouTube Video

Got mine from Cabelas, just came today.

It utilizes a technology called FAST.
Almost like a switchblade.
Slide the lock button to the open position, and barely move the thumb stud and a spring opens it all the way.
You can also flip the knife open with one had by flicking it.

Can not find it online at Gerber stores, but they show another one that uses the FAST thing.
I am sure Google will turn the knife up somewhere though.

Here is another Gerber combat knife I bought yesteryear.
http://www.onlygerberknives.com/Gerber-Knives-01.html
It is called the LMF.

Here is a site that has it besides Cabelas.
They already sold out, I had to wait about three weeks to get mine.
https://www.forceonetactical.com/pro...products_id=95

Another site.
http://www.rockynational.com/5945_22...vert_FAST.html

You like

This will be my new camping knife to take with me to carry in my pocket.
I like the black blade look too.
They do make other models of the Covert too, some quite expensive as they are double edged, and some may be a full auto one.

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neoworm0 · 03-24-2009, 06:06 PM

Nice knife. That should cut your meal prep times by a half second.

a4runnerfreak · 03-24-2009, 06:25 PM

Nice. I'm partial to my Spyderco Mariner:

BT17R · 03-24-2009, 08:03 PM

Nice, though my edge weapons instructor discourages assisted opening knives in the event you wind up in front of a jury.

So, I went with what I trained on, a Bram Frank designed Lapu Lapu Corto, a kinetic opener that doubles as a non-lethal pressure point persuader:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5LtRe3tp5w

refried · 03-24-2009, 08:51 PM

I really liked my Spydreco Mariner, I dropped while working on a boat, when I went back to get it, it was gone. the boat owner had no idea what I was talking about when I asked him about the knife even though he was standing right where I dropped it. About 10 years ago I found one of these
http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=214
sitting on a rock, not as nice a the Mariner but I carry it more than any of the others I have.

neoworm0 · 03-24-2009, 10:36 PM

Where the hell do you guys wheel? Detroit? LOL!

CRafferty · 03-24-2009, 10:40 PM

Quote:

Where the hell do you guys wheel? Detroit? LOL!

X a google!!!
LMFAO

***Corey*** · 03-25-2009, 04:24 AM

Thanks Bob.
I am also going to order the mini Covert later on.
The one I just got is kind of big for a pocket.
It is a serious weapon, something one might take to a knife fight

No worries on the court thing, this knife is solely for camping.
Chores around camp like cutting guyline rope, whittling on sticks around the campfire, and fending off killer chipmunks.
The chipmunks up at Mt. Rainier are relentless for begging for food, and if they do not get their way, they will put a contract hit out on you.

One of these days I will have to lay out all of my knives and snap a pic to post.
I have one that is probably from the late 1800s that was my grandfathers.

BT17R · 03-25-2009, 07:44 AM

Heh, nothing worse than beligerent chipmunks.

Sounds like a nice collection there. I'd show my grandfather's knife but they weren't invented yet.

***Corey*** · 03-25-2009, 09:09 AM

If you get a chance Bob, check out this knife at a store.
One of the best in my collection now.
Only tactical knife I own though next to that LMF one.
The latter is a beast, it is what the soldiers use in Iraq and other places.

***Corey*** · 03-26-2009, 11:08 AM

Just ordered the mini one from REI.
Yes, more money than Cabelas for the mini, but I had a 20% off coupon and my dividend to spend, so it came out way cheaper.
Bought some other items too, but that is for a different thread.

http://www.rei.com/product/787211

I asked Boeing security about my current one if it was OK to bring to work, and the answer was no.
Not because it is almost like a switchblade (being spring assisted) but because the blade is 3.75" long.

Boeing states that personal knives even if used for work must have a maximum blade length of 3".

After I get this one I will try to get a pic of mt whole collection, and link the post here to the huge knife thread that is elsewhere.

***Corey*** · 03-28-2009, 08:21 PM

Mini me has arrived.
Ordered it Thursday along with the two Klean Kaneteens seen in another thread in this section.

I ordered it from REI since they have the Kanteens, and it takes less time to get it than ordering it from Cabelas.
I would have got the full size Covert knife from REI, but they do not sell it.
They only sell the mini one.

Gerber Mini Covert FAST Serrated Knife

Ahhhhhh, are they not cute?
They make a cute couple do they not?

The smaller one I can legally carry now at work since the blade is under 3".

BT17R · 04-01-2009, 08:42 AM

Those do look good, light and compact, plus versatile with the serrations. We'll be looking for you on youtube...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1tUFM5daqnQ

***Corey*** · 04-01-2009, 08:46 AM

He he, wish I was that good Bob.
The little knife is a hit here at work.
I will have to show it to security later, I bet they will like to get one like this.

**aviator** · 04-01-2009, 02:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Corey

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I asked Boeing security about my current one if it was OK to bring to work, and the answer was no.
Not because it is almost like a switchblade (being spring assisted) but because the blade is 3.75" long.

Boeing states that personal knives even if used for work must have a maximum blade length of 3".

After I get this one I will try to get a pic of mt whole collection, and link the post here to the huge knife thread that is elsewhere.

What do you get cavity searched on your way in to work Corey?

As long as you don't flash it around it should be ok... do they limit the chefs in the cafeteria to 3" knives?
I use a cleaver in my kitchenette here at work on the airfield and no one says boo to me...

nice looking knife though... I want one of those belt buckle concealed ones myself for regular wear...

***Corey*** · 04-01-2009, 03:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aviator

What do you get cavity searched on your way in to work Corey?

As long as you don't flash it around it should be ok... do they limit the chefs in the cafeteria to 3" knives?
I use a cleaver in my kitchenette here at work on the airfield and no one says boo to me...

nice looking knife though... I want one of those belt buckle concealed ones myself for regular wear...

Paul, anyone can turn me in saying they saw a 12 gauge shotgun or handgun in my rig when actually there is nothing in my rig.
Weapons are prohibited on any Boeing property to protect us from workers gone postal.

Someone could say I had a weapon, and security has no choice but to strip my vehicle down, especially since 911.

If I was found to have the first knife I bought, I would lose my job.
Not worth losing my job over.
I play by the rules there so I can retire from there someday.

All vendor trucks that go into the main plants or any Boeing site that is behind secure gates that require going past a guard shack get searched by sniffer dogs (explosives they are looking for) and using mirrors to look under the trucks.
All this went down after 911.

The kitchens are much different.

**aviator** · 04-01-2009, 08:31 PM

I figured that Corey I was just funnin' with you...

what if one of the armed security guards ever went postal? or the senior staff body guards?

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03-25-2009, 04:24 AM	#8 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 26,071	Thanks Bob. I am also going to order the mini Covert later on. The one I just got is kind of big for a pocket. It is a serious weapon, something one might take to a knife fight No worries on the court thing, this knife is solely for camping. Chores around camp like cutting guyline rope, whittling on sticks around the campfire, and fending off killer chipmunks. The chipmunks up at Mt. Rainier are relentless for begging for food, and if they do not get their way, they will put a contract hit out on you. One of these days I will have to lay out all of my knives and snap a pic to post. I have one that is probably from the late 1800s that was my grandfathers. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser Built for 4wheelin', expedition, camping, and overlanding use PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse Part II ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge Blog About Roof Top Tents ☺ FJC Magazines Online Review Of My Tent ☺ 2009 Specialized Rockhopper Pro

03-25-2009, 07:44 AM	#9 (permalink)
BT17R Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Da Gorge, Oregon Posts: 5,673	Heh, nothing worse than beligerent chipmunks. Sounds like a nice collection there. I'd show my grandfather's knife but they weren't invented yet. __________________ '07 FJ Cruiser TRD SE 6M/T

03-25-2009, 09:09 AM	#10 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 26,071	If you get a chance Bob, check out this knife at a store. One of the best in my collection now. Only tactical knife I own though next to that LMF one. The latter is a beast, it is what the soldiers use in Iraq and other places. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser Built for 4wheelin', expedition, camping, and overlanding use PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse Part II ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge Blog About Roof Top Tents ☺ FJC Magazines Online Review Of My Tent ☺ 2009 Specialized Rockhopper Pro

03-26-2009, 11:08 AM	#11 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 26,071	Just ordered the mini one from REI. Yes, more money than Cabelas for the mini, but I had a 20% off coupon and my dividend to spend, so it came out way cheaper. Bought some other items too, but that is for a different thread. http://www.rei.com/product/787211 I asked Boeing security about my current one if it was OK to bring to work, and the answer was no. Not because it is almost like a switchblade (being spring assisted) but because the blade is 3.75" long. Boeing states that personal knives even if used for work must have a maximum blade length of 3". After I get this one I will try to get a pic of mt whole collection, and link the post here to the huge knife thread that is elsewhere. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser Built for 4wheelin', expedition, camping, and overlanding use PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse Part II ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge Blog About Roof Top Tents ☺ FJC Magazines Online Review Of My Tent ☺ 2009 Specialized Rockhopper Pro

03-28-2009, 08:21 PM	#12 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 26,071	Mini me has arrived. Ordered it Thursday along with the two Klean Kaneteens seen in another thread in this section. I ordered it from REI since they have the Kanteens, and it takes less time to get it than ordering it from Cabelas. I would have got the full size Covert knife from REI, but they do not sell it. They only sell the mini one. Gerber Mini Covert FAST Serrated Knife Ahhhhhh, are they not cute? They make a cute couple do they not? The smaller one I can legally carry now at work since the blade is under 3". __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser Built for 4wheelin', expedition, camping, and overlanding use PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse Part II ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge Blog About Roof Top Tents ☺ FJC Magazines Online Review Of My Tent ☺ 2009 Specialized Rockhopper Pro

04-01-2009, 08:46 AM	#14 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 26,071	He he, wish I was that good Bob. The little knife is a hit here at work. I will have to show it to security later, I bet they will like to get one like this. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser Built for 4wheelin', expedition, camping, and overlanding use PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse Part II ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge Blog About Roof Top Tents ☺ FJC Magazines Online Review Of My Tent ☺ 2009 Specialized Rockhopper Pro

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