The Gerber Strap Cutter is a compact 420HC steel hook knife designed to cut nylon straps, seat belts, webbing, and tactical gear in seconds. Features a blunt hook profile (no exposed blade point), textured grip, glass breaker, and lanyard hole. Weighs 3 oz at 4.375 in. length. Available in Black (GB-22-01944), OD Green (GB-22-01943), and Coyote Brown (22-01944). Made in the USA.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Gerber Gear |
| SKU — Black | GB-22-01944 |
| SKU — OD Green | GB-22-01943 |
| SKU — Coyote Brown | 22-01944 |
| NSN | 5110-01-xxx (varies by color) |
| UPC | 013658019447 |
| Length | 4.375 in. (4.5 in. overall) |
| Weight | 3 oz (2.25 oz in some configurations) |
| Blade Steel | 420HC stainless steel |
| Blade Profile | Single-bevel hook, blunt tip |
| Handle | Textured rubber, extra-large finger hole |
| Additional Features | Glass breaker, lanyard hole |
| Origin | Made in USA |
Product Overview
In vehicle extrications, seat belt entanglements, and tactical gear removal on a casualty, a hook-style strap cutter outperforms scissors by a significant margin. The blunt hook profile scoops under the strap and concentrates the cutting force at the inner edge — slicing through nylon webbing, seat belts, and tactical gear straps in a single pull without ever presenting an exposed blade point toward the patient. The Gerber Strap Cutter in 420HC steel performs this function reliably and stores in a minimal footprint on any belt, MOLLE panel, or kit pocket.
420HC is Gerber's standard working steel for hard-use tools: harder and more corrosion-resistant than base 420 stainless, taking a working edge that handles field sharpening and resists edge rolling under load. The textured rubber handle provides grip stability during the pulling motion required for hook cutting, even with gloved or wet hands. The extra-large finger hole accommodates gloved fingers without requiring removal of tactical gloves — a critical detail in sub-zero or wet operational conditions.
The integrated glass breaker on the Gerber Strap Cutter adds vehicle rescue capability in a single tool: cut the seat belt, then break the window in the same tool reach. The lanyard hole allows the cutter to be secured to gear, reducing drop risk in dark or chaotic extrication environments. Available in three color options — Black, OD Green, and Coyote Brown — for integration with standard military and law enforcement color schemes.
See also: Shears & Cutting Tools | IFAK Kits & First Aid
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Available Options:
- Black
- OD Green
- Coyote Brown
Specifications coming soon. Contact us for detailed product information.
