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Why We Love Engraved Gerber Knives (And You Should, Too!)

Gerber knives are among my favorite of personalized pocket knives. Here are some reasons why:

Most of them don’t look like your grandfather’s knives. They have that “tactical knife” look, like the popular dark colored Paraframe I, number 8445.

Gerber® Paraframe I -8445
The “minimal handle” look, as seen on the Ripstop 1614 is attractive, and makes the knife light weight.

Gerber® Ripstop Pocket Knife 1614
Got gloves on? Try the EZ Out Lockback 6701, that has holes in the blade, so you can grab and pull the blade open.

Gerber EZ Out Lockback 6701
Got tools? If you need a multi-tool, the Gerber Suspension Multi-tool 1471. It has every tool you might need, including scissors and wire cutters. The weight is kept down because of the unique open frame construction.

Gerber Suspension Multi-Tool 1471
Your company or corporate logo always looks good on engraved Gerber knives.

The History of Engraved Leatherman Tools

We went on our yearly tour of the Leatherman plant in Portland Oregon this year. It’s amazing how fast this company is growing. They had to increase the production area. To do this, they had to move the shipping department to another building 3 miles away. That new location is rented, and it houses the warehouse of the tools, the shipping area, customer service, and the custom laser engraving area.

Back to the main building, the small Leatherman museum is in the front office

Early Leatherman Prototype2

and open to the public. Here are a few pictures of the prototypes that Tim Leatherman made in his garage during the birth of his brilliant idea.

Early Leatherman Prototype

You know, necessity is the mother of invention. The Leatherman idea started when Tim and his wife toured Europe in the 1970’s, using a used car he bought there. It kept breaking down, and Tim would fix it himself. He really needed some pliers, but didn’t have any. It would have been nice if he had something like a Leatherman tool. Many months later, Tim perfected some prototypes

Early Leatherman Prototype3

in his garage, and started a very successful company. Too bad Gerber Knives turned down his proposal to produce his tools. Too bad for Gerber, but not for Tim.

Here are 2 stories of how a Leatherman tool came to the rescue.

True Story1

True Story2

So that’s how a tiny tool company developed into a world renown producer of engraved Leatherman tools with your company logo. Tim has done a lot for the future of personalized pocket knives and tools.

How Engraved Gerber Knives Will Strike Your Customers

Your customers will love a gift of a Gerber Knife. Here are 3 ways it will “strike” them……

The famous brand of “Gerber”. This fine company has a history going way back to 1939 with a mini order of handmade knife sets that were only given as Christmas gifts. Then thousands of retail stores started selling them all over the United States. Then in just 21 years, 1960, this knife company became very trusted as a manufacturer of “collectible legends”. Today, the Gerber name is well known in the knife world, even being sold in our nation’s Walmart stores. For business gifts, engraved Gerber knives with your company logo are available on the internet.
Gerber Titanium Nitride Paraframe 8446
The variety of knives and multi-tools. Gerber not only makes folding pocket knives. They make multi-tools, in the fashion of Leatherman Tools. Key chain multi-tools are the newest addition to their line, with the Gerber Shard Key Chain Tool.
Gerber® Shard Key Chain Tool 1769
The economical price of Gerber knives. Their knives are reasonably-priced, in the 20 to 30 dollar range. This is due to their global sourcing of raw materials and finished materials. Some assembly is being done in the Gerber Portland Oregon plant.
Gerber Ultralight Lockback 6050

The Leatherman Tread is Finally Here!

831998 Leatherman Tread

The long-awaited Engraved Leatherman Tread is now available!

Leatherman started their advertising campaign in late

831998 Leatherman Tread-Engraving

2014, and drew a lot of interest. Everyone wanted a Leatherman Tread, but couldn’t buy one. The production of this new and exciting multi tool was lagging behind. Cabela’s wanted to sell them to their camping and hunting customers, but they couldn’t get enough inventory on time. Now, in September 2015, production still is slow, but we have some in stock NOW. As soon as we get some in, they go out right away.

So don’t hesitate. Order yours today. Order with your logo laser engraved, or just blank.

This new fashion tool should be popular with

Leatherman Tread-831998_Packaging

campers, hikers, hunters, bikers, and fishermen. You now have the ability to “wear” your multi-tool, and have it handy for immediate use.

Available in 2 colors: Silver or Black

Why We Love Engraved Leatherman Tools (And You Should, Too!)

Leatherman Wave

What makes Leatherman Tools everyone’s favorite multi-tools? Here are the answers that I have come up with, since selling them for the last 24 years.

They are American-made.
Leatherman Wingman

These tools were born out of necessity at the hands of the founder, Tim Leatherman, an amazing entrepreneur.
They are a toolbox in your pocket. Everything from pliers, wire cutters, bottle and can openers, knives, nail files, and saws.
Leatherman Tools last forever.
Engraved Leatherman Tools carry your logo to all your clients and employees, and are forever appreciated.
Leatherman Raptor

7 Quick Tips About Engraved Leatherman Tools

The Leatherman® Wingman

1. All Leatherman Tools are USA-Made
2. All can be laser engraved in multiple locations with your corporate logo or phrase
3. They make perfect Safety and Service Awards
4. Leatherman tools and knives last a lifetime, and come with a 25 year guarantee
5. Every man wants a Leatherman
6. Make your customers happy with a quality business gift.
7. Leatherman tools give your company logo a long-lasting visibility.

These 7 quick tips explain why business owners purchase engraved Leatherman tools. When quality counts, and you want to give a business gift that represents the quality of your own company, Leatherman is a perfect solution.

The NEW Leatherman® Crater Knife

NEW for 2014, Leatherman’s Crater Pocket Knife will satisfy the needs of the USA-made knife lovers. Your logo is laser engraved on the blade. The other side of the blade is an optional imprint location. The synthetic handle is 3 3/4″ long, ending in a handy carabiner. You can also use the removable pocket clip as an alternate way of carrying this useful and long-lasting business gift. Like all tools, this item comes in a gift box for your convenience. The only color available at this time is a black handle. When other knife companies are turning to overseas production, Leatherman continues to proudly make all of its tools in America.

Do you have any other Leatherman Tips? Please give your comments here. We’d like to hear from you.

For complete, up-to-date warranty information on Leatherman tools, go here.

Gerber Suspension Multi-Tool 1471