Gerber Gear Key Note - 1" Plain Edge Keychain Knife - EDC Gear and Equipment - Black

4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars | 3,578 ratings

Price: 17.56

Last update: 06-23-2024


About this item

QUALITY KEYCHAIN KNIFE: Features a dual-purpose plain edge knife for cutting and scraping, liner lock, nail nick, starter tab, pocket clip, and removable keychain
SURVIVAL GEAR AND EQUIPMENT: Aluminum scales stand up to daily abuse; Lightweight, durable keychain knife can conveniently travel with you
LIGHTWEIGHT DESIGN: At just over an inch, the Key Note keychain knife offers slim and secure portability; Carry with you on belt, in pocket, or on a keychain
WORKSITE AND CAMPING ACCESSORIES: Great for any hunter, tradesman, and the everyday carry; Perfect addition to camping essentials, backpacking gear, your toolbox, work wear, and fishing and hiking gear
CONVENIENT SIZE: 1" blade length; 3.98 oz weight; Backed by the Gerber Guarantee, a limited lifetime warranty

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Top reviews from the United States

John
5.0 out of 5 stars Cool useful gadget
Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2024
Very robust and well made. Great Gerber fit and finish quality.
Sir james
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect in every way
Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2024
The Gerber Keychain Pocket Knife is a must-have for everyday carry. Its small size and modern design make it a stylish addition to any keychain. Plus, its razor-sharp edge breezes through tasks, passing the paper test effortlessly. It's compact, sharp, and sleek – the perfect companion for daily use!
Jasmin H.
4.0 out of 5 stars Good for most needs
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2024
How often I have spent my time in the office needing a blade to open a package and I have to walk all the way to my cubicle or storage closet to get one? Often enough that I wanted to get something I could carry a bit more discreetly while working on my ID badge. The keynote is pretty versatile, but you do have to do a tiny bit of homework on how to use it well. If you watch the marketing video, you'll realize that the longer portion is for "scraping" and the shorter portion is for "cutting," and both of these work as advertised. I use the scraping edge to scrape my stuck-on PETG 3D prints off my print bed and despite my hesitation, it was sharp enough to get it all off but flat enough that it didn't scratch my print bed. The cutting edge opens packages okay, but I feel like it still isn't as effective as a box cutter, because
1) it isn't as sharp as at conventional cutter, so I have to use more force (which you could argue is less safe, despite the blade not really being sharp enough to cut your hands), and
2) the stout blade can make it a bit harder to get underneath poorly-taped packages which are like at least half of today's packages.

The keynote feels sturdy to hold, a little harder to close than I'd like because of how stiff the locking mechanism is, but at least you're not worried about it folding on you when you use it. It is small, so if you have big hands or weak hands or arthritic hands, it probably isn't going to be as comfortable to hold. I have tiny hands, so it works well enough for me.

If you're a knife enthusiast, you'll probably hate this knife, honestly (in terms of practicality). If you're someone like me who lives a mundane life with an office job and occasionally get to open boxes, you'll probably like the knife (in terms of novelty). I really like how unique it is, and how much less threatening it feels to carry because people don't immediately wonder why I have a big scary knife in the office. It's also TSA friendly!

I'm debating between 3 stars "it's just okay" and 4 stars "generally favorable" rating, mostly because after writing this I feel like I have been rather critical, but I do like it quite a bit, so I think the 4 stars is more appropriate.
Heddon 25
5.0 out of 5 stars Handy Size
Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2024
Good for keychain or pocket carry. The blade doesn't have much of an edge on it, though that's easily taken care of. Seems sturdy enough.
Taylor Leigh
5.0 out of 5 stars One of my best purchases
Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2023
I enjoy pocket knives. I don't have a job or hobby that requires me to use them daily, so I'm not sure why I've purchased so many, but I enjoy them. I've always convinced myself that "this will be the one I actually carry and get more use out of." Well this was the first one were that was actually true. I've been carrying this on my Keychain for 2 years now and have gotten so much use out of it. It's size makes it a perfect carry on a keychain. It certainly adds some weight, but really isn't very bulky. Unless you run a minimalist key setup, you're not going to be annoyed by adding this. The locking mechanisms are very nice. The frame lock to hold it open has never failed me or gotten stuck. The tension to keep it closed is excellent. I have yet to have it randomly open on me even while it's banging around with all my keys and whatnot. The blade is not insanely sharp, which to be clear is excellent. The scraping edge is meant for, you guessed it, scraping, not cutting. The cutting edge is substantially sharper, but again, not razor sharp which is a good thing for a blade you are carrying around which a bunch of other stuff in your pocket. The blade is thick and holds it's angles well and certainly could be easily sharpened if so desired. Where this blade shines is every day use. Need to pry something a bit? Use the scraping edge. Screwdriver? Scraping edge. Breaking down some boxes? Use the cutting edge. Need to quick rough cut a makeshift gasket? The cutting edge will bang it out for you. Those annoyingly sealed plastic packages. No problem.
Let's be clear here, you aren't getting the sharpest, most versatile knife of all time here. But you are getting an excellent knife that handles, in my opinion, 95% of people's regular on-the-go knife needs in a form factor that is easy to carry, legal nearly everywhere, and really doesn't scream "I have a knife" if people see it. It's an excellent knife and I highly recommend it.
Ridge
3.0 out of 5 stars Poor design... good quality
Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2020
Great sturdiness and even portability with its deep carry pocket clip once you take the key ring off.

But this thing takes 2 hands to open and it’s really not easy. I’m a knife guy And it’s seriously not fun to open this thing. And it’s dangerous with its tanto blade. Two different points when you open it with no room to move your fingers! But once it’s open. My small hands don’t fit unless I go up on the Choil. It’s a good box cutter. I Almost returned it because I just know there’s better knives for the money. Poor design in my opinion. But quality is here. It’s not like it’s a horrible knife. Me and the wife keep it in our kitchen drawer. We call it “the bug” cause it’s so small and cute. For opening packages. That’s it.
ProvideCo
5.0 out of 5 stars Extremely Sharp
Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2024
Great for multiple use but extremely sharp. You must be very careful not to cut yourself.
armage cotto
5.0 out of 5 stars Very nice
Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2024
Cute little micro knife. Doesn’t come pre sharpened.

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