CPSC Recall in 2018: L.L.Bean Recalls Knife with Sheath Due to Laceration Hazard (Recall Alert)

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 18-736

Date: April 12, 2018

Product Name: Allagash fixed blade hunting knife with sheath

Recall Description:

This recall involves the Allagash fixed blade hunting knife with sheath. The sheath measures 7 inches long by 2 inches wide, is made of brown leather and contains white stitching down one side. The knife blade measures 3.55 inches long by 1 inch wide, is made of stainless steel and is attached to a light brown handle. L.L.Bean is embossed on the brown leather sheath and engraved on the top of the knife blade near handle on one side. The recalled knife with sheath has the product identification number 501794 printed on the green box in which the knife is packaged.  

Hazard Description:

 The knife blade can cut through the protective leather sheath, posing a laceration hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 600

Incidents:

L.L.Bean has received three reports of the knife cutting through the leather sheath, resulting in minor cuts to consumers’ hands.

Sold At:

L.L.Bean stores nationwide, L.L.Bean catalogs and online at llbean.com from August 2017 to February 2018 for about $90.

Manufactured In:

China