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AAFES RECALL  NO. 07-055
RELEASE DATE:
30 August 2007
SUBJECT: HAZARDOUS RECALL - Gerber Legendary Blades recalls EAB (Exchange-A-Blade) Pocket Knives due to Laceration Hazard

DISTRIBUTION: WORLDWIDE

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Gerber Legendary Blades, of Portland, Ore. voluntarily recalling EAB (Exchange-A-Blade) Pocket Knives. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately.

Name of Product: EAB (Exchange-A-Blade) Pocket Knives Units: About 154,000

Hazard: During use, the back of the blade of the knife can slide past the blade support, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: Gerber has received eight reports of individuals cutting themselves while using the knife, including several individuals who required stitches.

Description: The recall involves Gerber EAB Pocket Knives, model numbers 22-41548, 22-41548CDIP, 22-01548W and 22-41548W. The knives are small, folding utility knives that can be clipped to the owner’s pocket. The knives are marked with the “Gerber” trademark.

Sold at: Retail stores nationwide, including Wal-Mart, and through on-line stores from September 2006 through August 2007.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled knives immediately and contact Gerber to receive instructions on how to return the knife for a free replacement knife.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Gerber Legendary Blades toll-free at (877)-204-5510 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.gerbergear.com


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