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Gerber warranty for knives & multitools

75/100 Warranty ScoreRanked 3 of 25 brands
The short version

Gerber covers knives & multitools in full for life, with no partial coverage after that. That full coverage is longer than most of the 25 brands we compared, which typically cover nothing in full. You don't need to register to get this coverage.

From Gerber's published warranty, checked October 2026.

What's covered

Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
Purchase5 yrs10 yrs+Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
  • Full coverageWhole productLifetime
The fine print, decoded

What it leaves out

  • Missing parts
  • Normal wear and tear
Good to know before you buy
  • Covers the original owner (or the person it was gifted to) only. Keep your receipt.
  • Products bought from unauthorized sellers are not covered.
  • Spare blades and replaceable attachments are not covered.
  • Gerber may repair, replace, swap for a similar item or refund.

How other brands compare for knives & multitools

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Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for knives & multitools.

  1. WalmartMost items90 days
  2. Big 5 Sporting GoodsWestern US storesMost items90 days
  3. Blain's Farm & FleetUpper Midwest storesMost items90 days
  4. ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
  5. Bass Pro ShopsMost items60 days
  6. Cabela'sMost items60 days
Show all 11 stores
  1. West MarineMost items60 days
  2. Sportsman's WarehouseMost items30 days
  3. Tractor SupplyMost items30 days
  4. Murdoch's Ranch & Home SupplyMountain West storesMost items30 days
  5. Rural KingMidwest storesMost items30 days

From each store's published return policy, using its rule for knives & multitools where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.

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