Gerber Instant | Tactically Inspired EDC Knife

Gerber Knives have been around since the early ’90s and have a proven track record. I personally carried a Gerber folding knife during my enlisted years in the Marine Corps. The knife was always there and never failed me. I used it for everything from opening up that favorite MRE to prying open ammunition crates. Since then there have been quite a few new knife companies come into the industry. There for a while, I personally felt that Gerber Knives had fallen behind in the quality and craftsmanship of their tools. In recent years though, they have been putting out an impressive line of knives. One of those proven designs is the Gerber Instant.

Before I decided to purchase this specific blade I did my homework to be sure the knife would work for what I wanted and that it met my specifications. There didn’t seem to be a whole lot of Youtube video reviews (that I approved of), so I searched other blogs and gear sites that I frequent. One industry influencer I follow is Nick Koumalatsos of the Raider Project. Nick is a former MARSOC Marine and he also endorses Gerber Gear.

Another guy who’s opinion I respect, Drew Dwyer, is also a former Marine and former 10 year CIA Contractor. During his tenure within the CIA, Gerber provided him with a few tools with the idea of giving them direct feedback from the clandestine world. Outside of the CIA he still trusted and used Gerber knives. One of his personal favorites was the Gerber Instant. Sadly, Drew passed away not too long ago, so carrying this knife is a reminder to me of his brotherhood and friendship.