Q for Gerber Applegate-Fairbairn Folder fans

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lerner

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Didn't Gerber originaly make AF Covert Folders (or another AF folder?) with no serrations?
I looked all over (even ebay) but couldn't find a plain-edge one for sale.
I seem to recollect serrations being optional.

Maybe this version was just a test/prototype, and discontinued?
Does anyone know who I could contact at Gerber to get a definitive answer?

Grinding off the serrations would totally disrupt the edge profile.
 
There is a huge article on them in the latest issue of Knives Illustrated magazine
 
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...a huge article on them in the latest issue of Knives magazine...

Available online?
 
About 8 years ago I owned an AF Covert Folder (part serrated), but not the double-edged/false-edge/spearpoint type.
It was single-edged, with the the flat face going all the way to the other side;
i.e. like a regular blade; my lansky gripped the thickest edge, not a spine in the center.

Now, the only ones for retail are the "dagger" look-alikes. So I guess the single edge models were discontiued; like wise maybe plain edge models.

What I really need is the right Gerber representative to contact. I'd really like a fully plain-edge model, then I would fully serrate the other edge.

You guys are great:o
 
lerner said:
About 8 years ago I owned an AF Covert Folder (part serrated), but not the double-edged/false-edge/spearpoint type.
It was single-edged, with the the flat face going all the way to the other side;
i.e. like a regular blade;
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I have one of those in ATS-34.
(The newer ones are 154CM.)

I think that particular version of the AF Covert was the best one Gerber ever turned out. Love that full flat grind; and the build quality seems better than the newer false edge versions.

Also, FWIW, I don't recall ever seeing a completely plain edge AF Covert; and I go back a long way with Gerber knives.
My first EDC was a Folding Sportsman.
 
rifon2 said:
I have one of those in ATS-34.
(The newer ones are 154CM.)

I think that particular version of the AF Covert was the best one Gerber ever turned out. Love that full flat grind; and the build quality seems better than the newer false edge versions.

Also, FWIW, I don't recall ever seeing a completely plain edge AF Covert; and I go back a long way with Gerber knives.
My first EDC was a Folding Sportsman.
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+1

I have that same version of the Covert, and mine is partly serrated as well.

Like you said, the build quality is frankly, pretty damn good. So good that everytime I think about selling it or trading it I can't!

They sell on Ebay anywhere from $35 to $50 in good to excellent condition, but I don't believe I've seen the version we are talking about.
 
IMHO, you probably won't find a plain edge Gerber Covert, simply because during that period of tactical folder development, serrations were thought of as having the added advantage of producing x'tra cutting power especially in short bladed folders. Just the handiest prettiest little thing for a covert field operative, huh?!
 
GIRLYmann said:
...the handiest prettiest little thing...
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Indeed. I am on a VisionQuestForTheHolyGrailKnife.
A folding dagger, fully serrated on one side, full plain edge on the other.

Maybe such a configuration would convince a LEO of its "utility", not just a stabbing implement.

This is my impression of someone sawing with 1.5 inches of serations: :jerkit:
 
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:foot: jeez :foot: I hope nobody gets me confused with the assassins-creed-ninja-homie guy...
 
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naw, you won't find that free on-line as it's not in tactical knives magazine or blade, but - knives illustrated magazine, which isn't in the habit of having a web presence. a pity, i'm sure they could do better....
 
Reeek said:
Not sure - I have the hard copy - bought it in a store. The article is pretty extensive though.
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Could sombody give me the month or issue number on the cover? They dont always coincide with the 'on display' month. It might take a while to locate a store with it.
 
lerner said:
Could sombody give me the month or issue number on the cover? They dont always coincide with the 'on display' month. It might take a while to locate a store with it.
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Knives Illustrated
December 2008
Volume 22, No. 6

There is a big picture of a Paul Protector with CF scales on the cover.

For reprints, eprints call 1-877-652-5295

www.knivesillustrated.com

Good luck! :)
 
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I just got a A/F combat dagger folder and I really like the design. I did find that it is really hard to thumb it open. I eased off on the axle screws but still is very stiff. Anybody else have this problem?
 
brizbane said:
I just got a A/F combat dagger folder and I really like the design. I did find that it is really hard to thumb it open. I eased off on the axle screws but still is very stiff. Anybody else have this problem?
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I've owned the largest folder (6inches?), as well as the covert/medium (3.9inch) folder, but not the "mini"(2.5inch?).
I could flick open both of mine, though the covert size took more strength. The thumb studs are unnescessary for opening.
Unscrew the pivot (detaching the blade), and lube with your favorite oil.

I've "flicked" open a half dozen knives: It takes only a little practice to develop the wrist strength, and timing of the swing. And it looks oh so cool.:)
 
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