Gerber FastballThe USA-made Gerber Fastball might not be Aroldis Chapman, but it’s pretty darned quick. This manual flipper features what Gerber calls B.O.S.S. Technology. Gerber tells us, “Balls of Stainless Steel technology leverages a ball-bearing system, providing Gerber’s smoothest, most consistent deployment to date. Stainless steel balls reduce friction for seamless opening every time. The cage system is designed to keep the balls contained for stable performance over the long haul.”

The Fastball is a manual flipper with a 3” S30V Wharncliffe blade. This linerlock has aluminum handles and a three-position pocket clip. It’s 4.1” closed and weighs about 2.7 ounces.

Gerber FastballGerber Fastball Details

  • S30V, Stonewash Finish
  • 3” Wharncliffe
  • 0.10” Blade Thickness
  • Manual Flipper
  • Caged Ball Bearing Pivot
  • Linerlock
  • Aluminum Handles
  • Three-Way Pocket Clip
  • Lanyard Hole
  • 2.7 Ounces
  • 4.1” Closed
  • 7.1” Overall
  • Made in the USA

The Gerber Fastball is a USA-made manual flipper with a good look and action. If you’re interested in this knife, click any link in the article or simply click the button below.

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