I picked this knife up about 5 months ago from my local tactical emporium. The main reason I chose it was the price, I got for just $50 AUD! (As a high-school student, price is VERY important to me 
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I've used this knife extensively, both at home and out bush, and have found out some interesting things. So here goes with my first review!
Specs:
Weight: 11.4 oz/320 grams
Overall length 10.63"
Blade length 5.41"
Blade Thickness: 3/16" at handle
Blade material: Stainless steel (of the Gerber mystery variety)
Handle material: Rubber
Sheath: Plastic
Knife in sheath. The sheath is molded plastic, however it's a lose fit. The blade is held in by a sliding plastic guard lock. WHilst this works just fine, I wouldn't trust it for upside-down carry. The sheath comes with a plastic dangler which I've positioned for diagonal crossdraw. I also added a compass pouch to the outside.
Pouch with Wenger SAK, Matches, 550 and a sharpener.
The handle is comfortable and fills the hand nicely, however the edges are very squared and can become uncomfortable during heavy use. The rubber can also rub against the skin, especially in hot weather. Wearing gloves helps with both of these issues.
The Harsey batons very well for a knife of its size. It blows apart smaller stuff and is quite capable of dealing with the harder stuff, such as the big piece of (very) hardwood shown above. It is an acceptable chopper, however its blade length and heavy handle limit its capabilities.
Size comparison: Gerber DPSF, Harsey and Wenger SAK
The blade is Gerber's mystery stainless steel, but it performs very well. It came shaving sharp out of the box, and holds an edge well. It also sharpens back up very easily.
All in all, the Gerber Harsey Hunter is basically a good affordable knife
)I've used this knife extensively, both at home and out bush, and have found out some interesting things. So here goes with my first review!
Specs:
Weight: 11.4 oz/320 grams
Overall length 10.63"
Blade length 5.41"
Blade Thickness: 3/16" at handle
Blade material: Stainless steel (of the Gerber mystery variety)
Handle material: Rubber
Sheath: Plastic
Knife in sheath. The sheath is molded plastic, however it's a lose fit. The blade is held in by a sliding plastic guard lock. WHilst this works just fine, I wouldn't trust it for upside-down carry. The sheath comes with a plastic dangler which I've positioned for diagonal crossdraw. I also added a compass pouch to the outside.
Pouch with Wenger SAK, Matches, 550 and a sharpener.
The handle is comfortable and fills the hand nicely, however the edges are very squared and can become uncomfortable during heavy use. The rubber can also rub against the skin, especially in hot weather. Wearing gloves helps with both of these issues.
The Harsey batons very well for a knife of its size. It blows apart smaller stuff and is quite capable of dealing with the harder stuff, such as the big piece of (very) hardwood shown above. It is an acceptable chopper, however its blade length and heavy handle limit its capabilities.
Size comparison: Gerber DPSF, Harsey and Wenger SAK
The blade is Gerber's mystery stainless steel, but it performs very well. It came shaving sharp out of the box, and holds an edge well. It also sharpens back up very easily.
All in all, the Gerber Harsey Hunter is basically a good affordable knife
Anywho, great review and it does look like a very functional blade. I've heard many bash Gerber on their steel and heat treat, but I haven't seen anything negative. I really like the size and profile of Gerber's Big Rock Camp knife. My own son is finding out how hard it is to find anything locally. He usually saves his money, finds the best price on the internet and tries to make a deal wth me
