Gerber Gear Paraframe I, Ti Nitride Coated, Plain Edge, Pocket Knife

I have had this knife for about 6 months now. I think this is one of the best knives I've owned, but think new owners need to be forwarned. A couple other people had some issues that I understand where they were coming from. They include that its function is very stiff at first and another was that it wasn't sharp when they received it. First - it is stiff when new. It is difficult to open one-handed, at first. Oil alone won't do it, you have to work - open/close, open/close. I almost became Quigly-like working it in my hand like I was working ball bearings during a trial. However, by taking the time to do that, I was rewarded with a knife I can easily open one-handed, but isn't loose. It has retained its solid build quality while functioning exactly the way I hoped. Second - I don't use any knife until I've put it on a wet stone. I got my stone and honed the edge before I ever used it. Of course I got it quite sharp. The true test for me is "how long does it keep its edge"? Again, I have been rewarded by correctly sharpening this knife and not seeing any need to do it again after several months of regular use (not mis-use). Pretty good for non-US steel. Overall I have been very heppy with this knife, but it does require a "little love" when you first get it.

Excellent EDC Tool! Purchased for around $15 at my local Walmart. I got the Silver colored one. It feels really sturdy, no loose or jiggly blade to handle connection, the lock mechanism seems strong. The Steel seems really good, the blade came extra sharp like a razor blade and it is very light weight! Great Pocket knife for pretty much anything, can't complain, the price was great! Fiskar corporation owns the Gerber name. Best EDC knife for the $$$.