Gerber Legendary Blades Recalls Hunting Knife Sets Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC recall 12030 · announced November 1, 2011 · Gerber® Legendary Blades · 13,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves Winchester Hunting Knife Sets with model number 31-000801. The model number is printed on the back, lower right corner of the packaging. The knife sets have a single handle with a lock release button and four interchangeable blades. "Winchester®" is printed in red on the knife set's handle and is etched onto the side of each of the four blades.
The hazard
The latching mechanism for the knife's interchangeable blades can unexpectedly fail and release the blade. This poses a laceration hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled knife sets and contact the firm for a free replacement product of equal or higher value. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Sporting goods stores nationwide from July 2011 through September 2011 for about $20.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Gerber Legendary Blades toll-free at (877) 314-9130 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.gerbergear.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.