
BladeHQ, one of my favorite places to shop for folding knives, multi-tools, and related EDC gear (also paracord!), has a freebie promo that’s worth paying attention to.
Spend at least $85, and you can get a FREE Gerber ARMBAR multi-tool.
The free tool looks like the Gerber armbar Slim, which BladeHQ sells for $36, and Amazon for just a little less.
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That seems like a good deal, assuming you had some folding knives or multi-tools on your shopping list.
I’ve got a couple on my wishlist, and if I weren’t on a “only what’s immediately necessary” shopping hiatus, I’d be all over this.
Been meaning to pick up a USA-made Spyderco Para 3 Salt with MagnaCut steel? Free Armbar! Is the new Leatherman Talos a must-have? Free Armbar!

It’s not clear as to when the promo will end, but based on past experiences supplies are surely limited. BladeHQ’s online store has a mention at the top in both mobile and desktop browsers. That’ll disappear when the promo ends – be sure to check.
The free tool appears in your shopping cart once you enter the coupon code.
Coupon Code: ARMBAR
Expires: While supplies last?
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Chris T
I have placed four orders with Blade HQ and only one has gone smoothly. In the first instance I was sent a knife that had an obvious factory blemish after I requested pre-shipping inspection. I was then sent an obviously used knife. . On my final order someone had placed the incorrect model sticker over the correct one on a box resulting in me getting the wrong knife at twice its correct price. We agreed to part ways after I received a refund and was told to keep the knife. The Frontline people there are very pleasant. But, I think there are some shenanigans going on in the warehouse.
Stuart
Was this in a short time? I’ve placed many orders with them over a very long stretch, and my experiences have been very positive. Not perfect, but I’ve been very satisfied. Rare issues were swiftly resolved.
Chris T
This was over the course of a few years. Last purchase probably three years ago.
Tim D.
I hate to hear that, was it recently?
That’s the exact opposite of all my BladeHQ experiences. They’ve been great for me.
Mike
The Bonze model is only 19.99
Bonnie
I know I’m just an old man yelling at clouds… But I still bristle at claiming these are “free”. They’re free-with-purchase.
JoeR
Good lawd, I love this response!
Stuart
Sorry, it was late and I was in a rush not knowing when they’d sell out. I thought “gear up” would be interpreted as “buy some stuff.”
“Claim your free tool.” “Giving away.” “Practically free.” These make me scream into the ether too.
$50 item reduced to $44, and a magazine calls that “nearly free.”
EBT
Been wanting an EDC and Gerber is my favorite brand… so… thanks! Order placed.
I do have a Benchmade, I got back in 2004. I can’t believe the prices now, though. I mean, I paid $100 for a knife in ’04 that , while now discontinued, is reselling for $400! Crazy!
Jack D
I just got my first Armbar today. Added a clip and it looks to be a face for a while around here…