The Gerber Fastball Wharncliffe Folding Knife is an American-made everyday carry folder with a 3-inch S30V blade (Gerber part no. 30-001612). Gerber pairs the utilitarian Wharncliffe blade, with a black oxide coating, with an aircraft-grade aluminum handle and a finger flipper. B.O.S.S. Tech ball bearings give it a quick, smooth opening. This is the black Wharncliffe version; the Fastball Cleaver is a separate model. At 2.7 ounces and 4.1 inches closed, it carries easily.

Key Specifications

• Blade length is 3 inches, an everyday carry size that stays handy.
• Blade steel is S30V, a premium stainless steel.
• Blade style is a Wharncliffe, with a straight edge and a gently curved spine.
• The blade has a black oxide coating over the S30V steel.
• The lock is a liner lock with an easy-off release.
• The handle is aircraft-grade aluminum, which keeps the knife light.
• Overall length is 7.1 inches open and 4.1 inches closed, and the weight is 2.7 ounces.

Frequently Asked Questions

What blade shape does this Fastball have? It has a Wharncliffe blade in S30V steel. Gerber also makes a Fastball Cleaver with a cleaver blade.

How does the Fastball open? It uses a finger flipper and B.O.S.S. Tech, a ball bearing system Gerber designed for smooth, consistent deployment.

Can the pocket clip be moved? It has a 3-position clip.

Buy the Gerber Fastball Wharncliffe Folding Knife, Black

The Fastball Wharncliffe is a made-in-USA everyday carry folder with S30V steel. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast shipping, and see more pocket knives.