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Now here's a knife with some mighty impressive roots. It was brought to market
back in 1980 by none other than the man whose last name goes on each of our
products. Pete Gerber was the first knife creator to envision the merits of
using all-synthetic materials in the handle. He and knife designer Blackie Collins
aimed to deliver lightweight performance that had not been seen before in a
knife this all-out rugged.
The Gerber L.S.T. is the smoothest of operators. With a mechanical action that
just feels good and satisfying when you open and close the blade, which happens
to be made of 400 series stainless steel.
But let's get back to the topic of lightweight performance. The heaviest of
the four legendary L.S.T. models musters a mere 1.2 ounces on the scales. Yet,
when you feel that easy grip, there's no question that Pete Gerber's big idea
is one for the ages.
Ultralight LST - Fine Edge Features:
- Lightweight synthetic handle
- Tactile texturing on handle
- Lock-back design
Specifications:
| Overall Length: |
4.62" |
| Length Closed: |
2.65" |
| Length of Blade: |
1.96" |
| Weight: |
0.6 oz. |
| Blade Material: |
420HC Stainless Steel |
| Handle Material: |
Glass-filled nylon |
| Blade Style: |
Drop Point |
| Blade Type: |
Fine |
| MSRP: |
$20.00 |
More Details & Definitions:
420HC - An improved form of 420 that works well with high production
tooling; commonly used by Gerber and other major brands. Content: Carbon 0.5-0.7%,
Manganese 0.35-0.9%, Chromium 13.5%.
Drop Point - A blade design made popular in handmade hunting knives
by Bob Loveless beginning about 1969, used earlier by Randall and others. Characterized
by a slow convex-curved drop in the point. The drop-point format lowers the
point for control, but leaves the point extremely strong. It's usually coupled
with plenty of belly for slicing, making it ideal for hunting knives. An extremely
good all-around format that also shows up on tactical and utility knives.
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