The Gerber Propel AO (Gerber part no. 30-000840N) is a full-size assisted opening folder with a 3.63-inch partially serrated tanto blade of 420HC steel. Gerber developed it to serve military and law enforcement, pairing a black oxide coating with a black G-10 handle and its Assisted Opening 2.0 deployment for smooth one-handed opening. A plunge lock and safety switch fix the blade open or closed. It is designed and built in Portland, Oregon.

Key Specifications

• Blade length is 3.63 inches, a full-size cutting edge in a pocketable folder.
• Blade steel is 420HC, which Gerber chose for durability and a quality edge.
• The blade is a partially serrated tanto, for slicing and cutting tough surfaces.
• A black oxide coating adds corrosion resistance and low reflectivity.
• The handle is black G-10, giving a sure grip in a slim package.
• The lock is a plunge lock with a safety switch, which fixes the blade open or closed.
• Overall length is 8.52 inches open, closing to 4.75 inches, at 5.0 ounces.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Propel AO an automatic knife? No. The AO stands for assisted opening, using Gerber’s Assisted Opening 2.0 design for smooth, one-handed blade deployment.

How does it lock? It uses a plunge lock and a safety switch that fix the blade in place, open or closed.

Can I change how it carries? Yes. The pocket clip is adjustable across three positions.

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