CPSC, Buck Knives Inc. Announce Recall of Pocket Knives
CPSC recall 04504 · announced October 15, 2003 · Buck Knives · 2,000 units affected
The product
Model 425BK MiniBuck Black Knives have a plastic handle and a non-serrated 1-7/8 inch drop-point blade. The knives are 2-7/8 inches long when closed and 4-3/4 inches when open. Each of the subject knives bears the designation "T" on the blade of the knife after the model number.
The hazard
The black plastic handles of the pocket knives can crack, posing a risk of injury from the blade.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should contact Buck Knives Inc. to receive a free replacement knife.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): No incidents or injuries have been reported. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Sold at: Department, sporting goods and specialty stores nationwide sold the recalled pocket knives, from July 2003 through September 2003, for about $15. The knives also were sold through Buck's Web site at www.buckknives.com.
Consumer contact: Buck Knives Inc. at (800) 215-2825 between 7 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday to receive a replacement knife.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.