About Gerber Spring-Assisted Knives
Most Gerber Spring Assisted knives include the patented F.A.S.T. (Forward Action Spring Technology) mechanism for quick, one-hand operation. This is a quick, reliable spring assist mechanism. This exclusive mechanism was developed by acclaimed Oregon custom knife maker Butch Vallotton, whose name graces one of Gerber's line of Assisted Opening Knives. The side-mounted button slide allows easy release of the blade and acts as a safety, too.
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