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InjuryMarch 23, 2011CPSC #11182

Gerber Legendary Blades Recalls Combo Axe Due to Laceration Hazard

Product
Hatchets or Axes
Units affected
103,000
Remedy
contact manufacturer

What was recalled

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.

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.

Injuries

Gerber has received five reports of laceration injuries. All required stitches.

Made in

Taiwan

Where it was sold

  • Retail stores nationwide, including The Sportsman's Guide, Dick's Sporting Goods and Bass Pro Shops/American Rod & Gun and online since March 2005 for around $28 - $60.

Photos

The Combo Axe with a knife in the handle is included in this recallThe Combo Axe II with a saw in the handle is not included in this recall
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