# Gerber Legendary Blades Recalls Machetes Due to Laceration Hazard
> **CPSC recall** · 2010-03-09 · 10157 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 10157
- **Date:** 2010-03-09
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Gerber® Gator® Machete and Gator® Machete Jr.

## Hazards

The saw side of the machete can stick in wood during use, and if the user's hand slips off the handle and slides forward across the machete blade, this poses a laceration hazard.

## Retailer(s)

Retail stores nationwide, including The Sportsman's Guide, Dick's Sporting Goods and Bass Pro Shops/American Rod & Gun, and through on-line stores from March 2007 through February 2010 for between $16 and $25.

## Importer(s)

Gerber Legendary Blades, of Portland, Ore., a division of Fiskars Brands Inc., of Madison, Wis.

## Country of manufacture

China

## Description

This recall involves the Gerber Gator Machete and Gator Machete Jr. with the original handle (see picture). The Gator Machete is approximately 25 1/2" long and the Machete Jr. is approximately 18 3/4" long. The blade is marked with the "Gerber" trademark. The Gator Machete and Machete Jr. with a modified handle (an extended hand guard) are not included in this recall (see picture). Consumers should visually inspect their machete to determine if it is included in this recall.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Gerber-Legendary-Blades-Recalls-Machetes-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard)
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