Gerber Defender Tether

Keep valuable tools close at hand. The Defender Tether offers a carabiner designed to fit on-finger for intuitive control and a patented line vise on each side for secure tension relief. With the Defender Tether Large, your line is protected by an override lock-out system, and the tool is easily carried on straps, belts, or waders w/ a wide-body flexible clip. With the Defender Tether Compact, it can easily carry w/ the removable in, wide-body flexible clip, or lanyard hole.

Features:

Defender Tether:

• Body: anodized aluminum, flat sage
• Carabiner: anodised aluminum, orange
• Wide mouth entry
• Split ring
• Limited lifetime warranty

Defender Tether Large:

• • For Defender Tether Large: Secures tether w/ lanyard hole + retention clip
  • Tip control carabiner to release tension + secure gear
  • Patented side release lock w/ override
  • Patented line vises (left + right)
  • 48" dyneema cable

Defender Tether Compact:

• • Secures tether w/ lanyard hole, retention clip, + threaded pin
  • Tip control carabiner to release tension + secure gear
  • Slip lock holds carabiner
  • 36" dyneema cable

The angler who is hiking in by dense trail, wading into a rushing current, or battling a kayak for that elusive catch demands more from their gear – it has to be multi-functional and worth its weight. A fishing tether ultimately has one job - to secure gear – but if that job is done right it can also offer peace of mind and added functionality.

Both the large and compact Defender tethers were designed with control in mind, anchored by the tip control carabiner that both versions boast. This carabiner slips on finger to absorb the tension of the line and allow for ease of use when operating the tethered tool.

The large Defender was built to be a workhorse, housing a 48” Dyneema cable that has the capacity to handle bulkier tools.  A wide body retention clip ensures that the tether isn’t going anywhere, even when working through dense brush or slippery conditions. The integrated lanyard hole provides additional carrying options – add a carabiner or tether ring to secure it to a pack or waders. The large Defender was built with a patented side release lock, when engaged the tethered tool will lock in place. If the tethered tool does get snagged on a branch or dropped downstream, an override feature kicks in to protect the tether from damage. Dual line vises set up shop on each side of the mouth, releasing tension in a matter of seconds.

The compact Defender is ideal for keeping fishing gear close at hand or on body, with a 36” Dyneema cable that is better suited for lighter tools. The smaller size lends itself to an additional mounting option, a threaded pin that can attach directly to a shirt, coat, or wader strap. A slip lock holds the carabiner in place when not in use.  

Gerber tools are built to last a lifetime. To ensure optimal performance, rinse your tool with fresh water and dry thoroughly with a clean towel. Apply oil to hinges and moving parts on a regular basis.

TAKE THE TENSION OUT

Anchor valuable gear to you, not the bottom of the water. The Defender tether stands out with a carabiner the fits on-finger for intuitive control and utility - take the tension out of storing and using gear.

Defender Tether Large

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  2 D-rings included
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  Tip control carabiner [anodized aluminum]
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  Line vise [both sides]
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  Override-ready side lock
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  Corrosion-resistant anodized aluminum cover
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  Lanyard hole
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  Wide body retention clip
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  48" Dyneema cable

Defender Tether Compact

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  2 D-rings included
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  Tip control carabiner [anodized aluminum]
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  Slip lock [inside]
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  Corrosion-resistant anodized aluminum cover
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  Lanyard hole
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  Wide body retention clip
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  36" Dyneema cable