For those who haven’t come across them before, Gerber are an all-American manufacturer of knives and multi-tools based in Portland, Oregon. Gerber knives are known for being ultra-hardy and versatile knives, perfect for any survival or tactical need.

When exploring the Gerber brand, it’s sometimes hard to know which knife to go for given the breadth of their many ranges. In this article, we’re going to be putting two of the best known Gerber models up against each other – The Gerber StrongArm vs Gerber Prodigy.

Both knives are incredibly similar, not just in their designs but also in their specs and capabilities as an outdoor companion. But we hope by the end of this comparison, you’ll know which Gerber knife is right for you!

If you’re in the market for a new knife, one of the key factors you’ll likely be considering is the material of the blade. Whilst it’s a given the blade will be made of steel, there’s a wide range of different variants to choose from.

And when you consider that the steel does all the work, it’s important to get it right when choosing the perfect metal for your needs.

In this article, we’ll be putting the S30v and 420HC steel variants up against each other. As two of the most commonly used steels for outdoor knives, there’s a chance your next knife might use one of the two variants.