Master Cutlery Recalls Neck Knives Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Big 5 Sports
Recall 14227 · Jul 10, 2014 · Master Cutlery
4,000
units affected
4,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 14227
- Date
- Jul 10, 2014
- Company
- Master Cutlery
- Units affected
- 4,000
- Product
- MTech USA Karambit Neck Knife and Sheath
- Product type
- Knives
- Remedy
- Replacement
- Hazard
- Cuts
The product
This recall involves the Karambit neck knife and sheath. The half-moon shaped knife measures 7 inches in length and was sold in an urban camo print. "MTech USA" is laser printed on the blade. Model number MT-664UC-SO is marked on the back of the knife. The knife fits into an unmarked molded black sheath that is about 4.5 inches in length. The sheath has a snap clip on the back and also comes with a beaded lanyard chain. Replacement sheaths have "MTech USA" laser printed on the back.
What can happen
The sheath does not hold the knife securely, allowing the knife to fall out of the sheath unexpectedly. This poses a risk of laceration to the consumer.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled knife and sheath, store the knife and sheath in a safe area and contact Master Cutlery for instructions on obtaining a free replacement sheath.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported.
- Sold at
- Big 5 Sporting Goods stores from March 2014 through May 2014 for about $20.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled mtech usa karambit neck knife and sheath?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled knife and sheath, store the knife and sheath in a safe area and contact Master Cutlery for instructions on obtaining a free replacement sheath.
What is the hazard?
The sheath does not hold the knife securely, allowing the knife to fall out of the sheath unexpectedly. This poses a risk of laceration to the consumer.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.