Usually, when an EDC brand launches a new technology — especially a patented one — there’s a lot of fanfare surrounding it. However, a knifemaker occasionally applies new apparatuses and mechanisms without so much as a squeak.
Interestingly, Gerber has recently done the latter. Five of its folding knives — most recently the Gerber MiniSada — have been quietly equipped with a new patented device called a Pinch Plate, making them quicker, safer and more ergonomic.
I missed this as well. Gerber wasn’t at SHOT, as I discovered when looking for them in the directory app. It is surprising, given the number of Government contracts and NSN items they have.
It is a shame, I really would like to be better plugged in with the company.
Read the whole thing at GearPatrol.com