Kershaw Ken Onion Leek Folding Knife with Speed Safe
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Manufacturer: KershawBrand: Kershaw
Model: 1660
Product features:
- Kershaw Ken Onion Leek Folding Knife with Speed Safe constructed of stainless steel
- Measures four inches when closed; weighs 3.1 ounces
- Three-inch blade constructed of 440A stainless steel; handle constructed of 410 stainless steel
- Features Kershaw's speed safe design
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Sports reviews of Kershaw Ken Onion Leek Folding Knife with Speed Safe
Customer Review: Great compact knife!
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I got this knife two days ago, so while I can't comment on longevity, I can say that I have really been enjoying it so far. For such a small, thin knife, it does have some heft. Overall, it just feels like a quality product, so let me address a few things.
To start out with, it's really sharp. I got the non-serrated version because I have too many half serrated blades. It's probably the sharpest knife I have, but remember - because of it's size, it doesn't carry a lot of weight behind it, so some of my heavier and slightly duller knives seem to cut things easier sometimes. It is VERY compact. It is without a doubt the thinnest folding knife that I own, and this makes it sit very comfortably on my belt. The belt clip is sturdy and works as it should... (you may wonder how a company can screw up something as simple as a belt clip, but believe me I've had terrible belt clips - so I can safely say this one is GOOD) it is apparently removable with a small torque bit screwdriver, but I wouldn't remove it personally.
I do like the fact that it's all one color. Some people may find it to be "plain."
As I said, the knife is COMPACT. People with larger hands may have trouble holding it. My hands are regular size and the knife feels small, but that's okay because I wanted a small knife.
The thumb buttons (on either side of the blade, when you're holding the knife you use these to help swing the blade out) are almost impossible to use. It might sound strange, but in order for me to grip the knife in a way in which I can use them puts the side of my palm over the area that the blade tip swings out across. Bottom line, I can't use them, and unless you have tiny hands, you won't be able to either. They're also positioned really close to the body of the knife so there's not a lot of room to wedge your thumb on it to begin with. The only reason that this wasn't a deal-breaker for me is because of the excellent "assisted" opening mechanism. While holding the knife, you press on the top of the handle, behind the blade, and this pushes the blade out. There's a spring inside, so once you give it a little force, it takes care of the rest. This opens very quickly and easily, although I might want a little more tension in the spring. The downside of this function is that it makes it harder to close, but not too much to be an issue.
I REQUIRE TWO HANDS TO COMFORTABLY CLOSE THIS KNIFE. Most knifes I can easily close with one. This is a little bit frustrating... although it comes out quick and easy, it's a little tough to put it back in. (that's what she said?)
There is a "safety" ... which is a little plastic bar inside that you can slide back and forth to hold the knife in locked position. This is pretty necessary... you don't want this thing going off in your pocket.
The mechanism that locks the knife in place (when open) is a little different on this knife. Most folding knifes have a little strip of bent metal running through the middle (but beside the blade), when you open the blade, the strip clicks over underneath the bottom of the blade, locking it in place. The Kershaw uses the entire side of the knife to do this, instead of adding an addition piece. It's kind of hard to see because it's under the belt clip... you might not be able to tell from the pictures. This seems like it makes the locking mechanism a lot more sturdy... but it is another factor in making it difficult to close. Most knives give a textured feel to the surface of the locking piece... because in order to close it, you have to put your thumb over it and push hard enough so that it moves back to the side. The Kershaw keeps this piece smooth, like the rest of the knife... probably in part because we're using the entire side of the knife. This makes it really hard to get a grip on when you want to close the knife.
All in all, I would recommend this knife to you.
Description of Kershaw Ken Onion Leek Folding Knife with Speed Safe
Kershaw Leek Folder Knife. Sleek design, precision performance. "Steel on steel" design puts strength and beauty in hand! Sandvik 13C26N stainless steel blade matched with a bead-blasted stainless steel handle. Add the SpeedSafe ambidextrous assisted opening system that allows for smooth, easy deployment with either hand and you've got yourself a Knife that'll definitely "cut it" whenever called upon! Peep the details: Locking liner; Thumb stud; Pocket clip; 3" blade. 4" closed. 3 ozs.; Made in the USA!; Order today! WARNING: You must be 18 or older to purchase Daggers/Throwing Knives/Stilettos. Daggers/Throwing Knives/Stilettos cannot be shipped to CA; CO; CT; DE; FL; ID; NH; NJ; NY; PA; TN; D.C.; MA; Miami-Dade & Sarasota counties, FL; Canada or Puerto Rico. Please check your State, County and City laws for restrictions before ordering Daggers/Throwing Knives/Stilettos. Kershaw Leek Folder KnifeWith a three-inch blade constructed of 440A stainless steel and a handle constructed of 410 stainless steel, Kershaw's Ken Onion Leek folding knife is sleek, indestructible, and razor sharp. Kershaw's flawless assisted opening system, SpeedSafe, assists the user to smoothly open the knife with a manual push on the blade's thumb stud or index-open system. In order to open the knife, the user must apply manual pressure to the thumb stud to overcome the resistance of the torsion bar. After the blade is out of the handle, the torsion bar moves along its track and takes over. The blade opens smoothly and locks into position, ready for use. Measuring four inches long when closed and weighing just 3.1 ounces, this versatile knife includes a limited lifetime warranty.
Manufacturer Warranty
Limited lifetime warranty
About Kershaw Knives
Since the company's founding in 1974, Kershaw Knives has been dedicated to quality that has led to a worldwide reputation for performance and innovation in tools and knives. From state-of-the-art manufacturing to advanced materials, customers rely on Kershaw for products that provide "technology with an edge." Today, Kershaw is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kai Corporation--for more than 90 years. Japan's premier blade producer, Kai's innovative approach to product development has resulted in more than 10,000 superior products.
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