Gerber Legendary Blades Recalls Combo Axe Due to Laceration Hazard
Laceration
The hazard
The knife in the axe handle can come out when the axe is used for chopping or hammering, posing a laceration hazard to the user.
Incidents reported: Gerber has received five reports of laceration injuries. All required stitches.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately remove the knife from the axe handle and contact Gerber to receive a free handle cap, which will hold the knife in the axe handle during transport and storage, instructions for the use of the handle cap, and a warning label to affix on the axe head.
Contact: For more 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
About this recall
This recall involves the Gerber Gator Combo Axe, which has a 7-inch knife in the hollow axe handle. The axe is approximately 8.75 inches long with an axe head that is 4.75 inches x 2.7 inches. The axe handle is marked with the "Gerber" trademark. The Gerber Combo Axe II, which holds a saw in a longer axe handle, is not included in this recall.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC