Gerber Defender Fishing Tethers

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Compact
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Large

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Keep valuable tools close at hand with the Gerber Fishing Tethers, carabiners designed to fit on-finger for intuitive control and tension relief. The Defenders deliver the perfect combination of power and retractability.

Constructed with corrosion-resistant covered anodized aluminum for long-lasting on-the-water durability.
Belt clip lets you easily attach the Defender to your body, pack, or waders.
An integrated eyelet on the belt clip also allows anglers to string a lanyard, carabiner or split ring (included) through as an alternative attachment.
The Tip Control Carabiner releases tension and maximizes utility by allowing the user to take the load of the tether off of the tool and onto their finger.
Available in two sizes: large and compact.
The large Defender is capable of holding heavier tools and features a 48" Dyneema cable with a patented side-release lock to secure the tether in place when engaged.
To protect the tool, the large Defender's line lock features an override system, which automatically unlocks the tether under pressure in the case of a snag.
The compact Defender has a 36" Dyneema cable, integrated slip lock and a third attachment option with a threaded shirt pin stud.

Gerber Defender (2:13)

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Material:	Anodized aluminum
Dimensions:	Compact - 1 5/16" x 3" (including 'biner) Large - 1 9/16" x 3" (Including 'biner)
Weight:	Compact - 2.2 oz Large - 2.9 oz
Features:	Wide-body Retention Clip Lanyard Hole (2) Split Rings Tip control carabiner Shirt Pin Stud (Compact) Lock-out System (Large)