Gerber Defender Tether is a securing reel line that makes sure you always have your gear close at hand, whether it's a knife, match or even a fishing sub-harness. You can attach the reel to your backpack or belt with a loop through which you can thread either a carabiner or a cord. Or you can use the belt clip on the back of the reel.
You can also attach a heavier tool to the carabiner with a Dyneema belay cord. This can then be stretched up to a distance of 122 cm. Your equipment won't move when you're walking through the thicket, because it's secured by a safety lock. When you unlock it, you can safely handle the gear you have on the cord.
But you shouldn't forget about maintenance, especially when you soak the reel in water. Just flush it occasionally with clean water, dry it thoroughly and then apply lubrication to the pins and moving parts.
Main advantages
- small size
- tool always at hand
- quick handling
- safety lock to prevent tool from being pulled away
- 3 attachment options