Gerber Propel Downrange AO Knife Tactical Reviews, Deals, Problems and Guides

Quality. Sharp. Very sturdy and tough. A bit stiff, so need to work it a bit prior to carrying. Safety is a bit vague but useful in that if you deploy the safety after knife has been extended, it prevents the release from accidentally being pressed and knife accidentally closed while in use. Also, if safety is on while knife is closed and an attacker somehow gets knife away from you, they will be unable to open knife until they figure it out, providing valuable time. Bottom line is safety is not really needed as knife is stiff enough that there is no way it would accidentally deploy. Overall, well worth the cost, like having a mini-sword in your pocket. Samurai swords only used the last inch or so. Tanto-style on this knife is very effective and functional, can penetrate difficult targets, can cut, can saw and is not likely to break under stress. Also, it's relatively light but sturdy and has an excellent grip that will work even with wet or slippery hands or while wearing gloves. Highly recommended.

Deployment of the knife blade originally shipped was so tight it required two hands to open, and even with two hands, was difficult to open. My attempt to adjust the spring was useless. I sent the knife to the warranty section for Gerber, where I received fantastic service, and a quick response to the issue. A new knife was sent to me, and that knife is everything I loved about my auto, in spite of this being an assisted. The knife, and Gerber service is another reminder why I exclusively use Gerber knives and multi-tools since my days in the service.

I have many Gerber knives. They are high quality and Gerber customer service is great. However the Gerber Propel Downrange AO Knife I received was defective. It was very difficult to open- even with two hands. One hand opening was impossible so I called and asked for an exchange. Unfortunately, the tan color was on indefinite back order so I cancelled the order. On the bright side, the young lady who helped me- Jess- was very helpful and professional.

Nice, well textured grip, quick opening action, excellent blade, and practical safety. Very nice knife.

Once you get use to opening it properly its one of the best knives... love the slim design

If your a gun buff or a knife buff, in this case. This feels great in your hand strong sturdy sharp as all hell. Excellent grip. Excellent piece !

Good, solid knife. Well built. Fairly sharp out of the box. The opening mechanism loosened up after a few openings and works well now.

I loved the knife was veary smooth to open and close but the clip came loose and I would tighten the screw and it would come loose again until it striped out

The quality is amazing! Easy to draw one handed. Easily would purchase another American made product

Looks nice But doesn’t open properly