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Kai USA, Ltd., founded as Kershaw Knives in 1974, began with one mission: to design and manufacture tools that knife users would be proud to own, carry, and use. Today, premium materials, state-of-the-art manufacturing, extremely tight tolerances, and meticulous craftsmanship ensure that each Kershaw knife or tool provides a lifetime of performance and pride of ownership.

The Kershaw brand is especially known for innovative technologies and materials, resulting in numerous industry awards. We manufacture many of those award-winning products in a 55,000 sq. ft. facility in Tualatin, Oregon. And we back each one with a Lifetime Warranty.

As we move into the future, Kai USA is dedicated to continuing to innovate, to design and manufacture top-quality products, and, most importantly, to serve the needs of our many customers throughout the world.

PAGESPEEDFORM (MODEL 3500)

VOLT (MODEL 3600)

OCC 10th ANNIVERSARY (MODEL 1000)

TANTO ZING (MODEL 1735T, 1735TST)

BARRAGE (MODEL 2445, 2445ST)

SELECT FIRE (MODEL 1920)

CHILL (MODEL 3410, 3410ST)

BLITZ (MODEL 3420, 3420ST)

SCAMP (MODEL 2710, 2710ST)

HALF TON (MODEL 1445)

OD-1 (MODEL 1775)

OD-2 (MODEL 1770)

ENER-G (MODEL 1740, 1740BLK)

ENER-G II (MODEL 1745, 1745BLK)

TANTO GROOVE (MODEL 1730TBLK)

GROOVE (MODEL 1730)

ORANGE ZING (MODEL 1735OR)

ZING (MODEL 1735)

SKYLINE (MODEL 1760)

LAHAR (MODEL 1750)

JUNKYARD DOG II (MODEL 1725, 1725ST, MODEL 1725CB)

RAM (MODEL 1910CKT, 1910CKTST, MODEL 1910, 1910ST)

CHIVE(MODEL 1600VIB, 1600SS, 1600BLK, 1600, 1600PINK)

SCALLION (MODEL 1620VIB, 1620, 1620ST, 1620BL, 1620FL, 1620FLST, 1620PINK, 1620GRN, 1620RD, )

LEEK (MODEL 1660VIB, 1660VIBST, 1660GRYST)

LEEK (MODEL 1660CB, 1660BB, 1660BR, 1660, 1660ST, 1660CKT, 1660CKTST, 1660G10)

PINK LEEK (MODEL 1660PINK)

WHIRLWIND (MODEL 1560, 1560ST)

BLACKOUT (MODEL 1550, 1550ST)

SHALLOT (MODEL 1840, 1840ST, 1840CKT, 1840CKTST)

BABY BOA (MODEL 1585BR)

BLUR (MODEL 1670S30V, 1670TBLKST, 1670BLK, 1670BLKST, 1670RD, 1670RDST)

OCC LEEK (MODEL 1660OCC)

OCC BLUR (MODEL 1670OCC)

PACKRAT (MODEL 1665, 1665ST)

NEEDS WORK (MODEL 1820)

OSO SWEET (MODEL 1830)

RESPONDER (MODEL 1078YL, 1078)

RESCUE BLUR (MODEL 1675BLKST, 1675RDST)

RIPCORD (MODEL 3200)

WHIPLASH (MODEL 4355)

MILITARY KNIFE (MODEL 4351)

D.W.O. (MODEL 3000, 3000BL, 3000PINK, 3000OR, 3000RD)

BLACK COLT II (MODEL 1045)

BLACK HORSE II (MODEL 1060)

GRANT COUNTRY (MODEL 3100)

CORRAL CREEK (MODEL 3115)

CORRAL CREEK SHEEPSFOOT (MODEL 3115BT)

BLACK GULCH (MODEL 3120)

WILDCAT RIDGE (MODEL 3140)

LFK (MODEL 1700)

WHISKEY GAP (MODEL 4100)

WILD TURKEY (MODEL 4150)

DOUBLE CROSS (MODEL 4380)

DOUBLE DUTY (MODEL 4390)

SHOTGUN SHELL (MODEL 12GAD)

SQUAW CREEK (MODEL 2150)

INDIAN FORD (MODEL 2155)

SILVER SPUR (MODEL 2800)

SILVER SPUR II (MODEL 2825)

STAINLESS (MODEL 5000, 5200S)

MINI BINER (MODEL 1002X, 1002BLX, 1002RDX, 1002SLX)

CARABINER TOOL (MODEL 1004NBX, 1004BLX, 1004RDX, 1004SLX)

TWOCAN (MODEL 1001BLK, 1001BL, 1001RD, 1001)

SEA HUNTER (MODEL 1008)

SEA HUNTER (MODEL 1008BL-P)

AMPHIBIAN (MODEL 1006K)

7-1/2" FILLET (MODEL 1270X)

6" FILLET (MODEL 1250X)

7" FILLET (MODEL 1257)


FOLDING FILLET (MODEL 1256X)

7-STEP FILLET (MODEL 1240)

SKEETER I (MODEL 1210)

SKEETER II (MODEL 1215)

CAMO BLACK HORSE II (MODEL 1060ART)

CAMO ECHO (MODEL 1070C)

CAMO WHIRLWIND (MODEL 1560RMEF)

CAMO SCALLION (MODEL 1620C)

ANTELOPE HUNTER II (MODEL 1028)

BEAR HUNTER II (MODEL 1029)

ANTELOPE HUNTER II (MODEL 1028OR)

ZIPIT (MODEL 2520X, 2520OR)

ROUGHNECK (MODEL 1010)

ELK SKINNER II (MODEL 1078GH)

NORTHSIDE HUNTER (MODEL 1090)

NORTHSIDE HUNTER (MODEL 1090GH)

9900 KITCHEN SERIES

9500 KITCHEN SERIES

PURE KOMACHI II SERIES

CAMP AX (MODEL 1018)

FIRE-STARTER (MODEL 1019)

OUTCAST (MODEL 1079)

FOLDING SAW (MODEL 2550)

TASKMASTER SHEARS (MODEL 1120/1120S)

CAMP-TOOL TRADER (MODEL 1091CT)

HUNTER'S BLADE TRADER (MODEL 1094HBTX)

FISHERMAN'S BLADE TRADER (MODEL 1096FBTX)

SPORTSMAN'S BLADE TRADER (MODEL 1095SBTX)

DELUXE BLADE TRADER (MODEL 1099DBTX)

ALASKAN BLADE TRADER (MODEL 1098AK)

AUTO-TEK SHARPENER (MODEL 2530X)

ULTRA-TEK SHARPENER (MODEL 2535)

KNIFE STORAGE BAG (MODEL Z997)

KEY CHAIN T-TOOL (MODEL TTOOL)

STORE DISPLAYS

STEEL CHART & GLOSSARY

STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNOLOGY AND MATERIALS—AND A HISTORY OF QUALITY

REDUCE, REUSE& RECYCLEAdmittedly, knife manufacturing isn’t on the top of anybody’s list of “ultra-green” industries. Yet our Tualatin, Oregon manufacturing facilities employ strategies that reduce our use of non-recyclable materials, help us efficiently reuse the materials we can, and recycle as much as possible. Naturally, knife manufacturing requires the cutting and grinding of large quantities of steel. Our CNC-machining process, for example, generates piles of metal shavings, which we collect and recycle. In fact, all our scrap metal is collected and either reused or sent to a reliable recycler. To cut down on our use of petroleum products, we collect and reuse both the oil and the coolant our cutting and grinding machines require. Even the metal-laden sludge from the grinding process is separated from the coolant and recycled. And, of course, our manufacturing facilities use fluorescent light bulbs and we recycle both bulbs and batteries.

In the same way that Kershaw is dedicated to state-of-the-art technology in the manufacture of our knives, we are also dedicated to becoming more and more efficient—so we can make a lighter impact on our environment.

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Kershaw designers and engineers have been working with powdered steels to produce complex blade geometries that deliver both increased performance and high style. Our newest use of this technology is in our spectacular, award-winning composite-blade series.

Kershaw laser cuts complex interlocking blade components from two different types of steel—

The thin copper line between the two blade steels in a Kershaw composite blade is what joins the two metals. Is copper strong enough to permanently join steel blade components? In a word, yes. In fact, a brazed joint is as strong or stronger than the metals being joined.

COMPLEX BLADE GEOMETRIES, & KERSHAW'S NEW COMPOSITE BLADES

METAL TO METAL: JOININGTHE BLADE COMPONENTS

The virtually indestructible joint between the two metals is achieved by a metallurgical technique called brazing. By annealing the blade to homogenize the grain structure and composition of the copper with that of the two steels being joined, Kershaw is able to produce extremely high-strength brazed joints in our composite blades.

like pieces of a jigsaw puzzle. Then we permanently join them into a single blade.

This enables us to use premium steel designed for edge retention on the blade’s cutting edge and steel designed for strength along the spine. The result is the best of both worlds—a blade that stays sharp where a knife needs to be sharp and stays strong where a knife needs to be strong.

A brazed joint joins the blade components. The joint is as strong or stronger than the metals being joined.


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ORANGE COUNTY CHOPPERS10th ANNIVERSARY (MODEL 1000)

Steel – Composite; Crucible CPM-D2/Sandvik 14C28NHandle – CNC-machined G-10Lock – LinerBlade – 3-7/8 in.Closed – 4-7/8 in.Weight – 4.0 oz.Display stand included

VOLT (MODEL 3600)

Steel – Composite;Bohler M390 / Crucible CPM-D2Handle – CNC-machined 6AL 4V Titanium/G-10 Lock – Frame LockBlade – 3- 3/4 in.Closed – 4 - 3/4 in.Weight – 4.8 oz.Includes pocket clip

SPEEDFORM (MODEL 3500)

Steel – Composite;Uddeholm EL-Max/Crucible CPM-D2Handle – CNC-machined TitaniumLock – Frame LockBlade – 3-3/8 in.Closed – 4 -3/4 in.Weight – 5.2 oz.Includes pocket clip

TANTO ZING (MODEL 1735T)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless steel Handle – Injection-molded Polyimide® Lock – Locking linerBlade – 3 in.Closed – 3-7/8 in.Weight – 3.1 oz.Also available partially serrated (1735TST)Includes reversible pocket clip

PUTTING THE RIGHT STEELIN THE RIGHT PLACE

Our revolutionary composite-blade technology enables Kershaw to design a blade with no compromises. The cutting edge is super-premium steel that takes and holds a wicked edge. But the spine is built of tougher steel for strength where you want it.

And the color contrast between the two steels is nothing short of spectacular. (See the previous pages for details on how this advanced technology works.)

Speedform — The American-Made Knife of the Year. The new Speedform’s streamlined looks, composite-blade, and CNC-machined handles of 6AL 4V titanium combined to help it take top honors at the 2009 Blade Show.

The Electrifying Volt. Kershaw pairs high-chromium Bohler M390 MICROCLEAN®

with CPM-D2 for decidedly high-end looks and performance. Designed by RJ Martin.

OCC 10th Anniversary Edition. We salute our friends at Orange County Choppers with this composite-blade anniversary edition. CNC-machined G-10 handles in black, of course, complete the look.

Bonus feature: the Speedform’s unique, slim pocket clip is wire-EDM-cut from a billet chunk of

titanium for durability.

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BARRAGE (MODEL 2445)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless steelHandle – 410 stainless steel with black Trac-Tec insertsLock – Frame LockBlade – 3-1/4 in.Closed – 4-3/8 in.Weight – 4.0 oz.Also available partially serrated (2445ST)Includes pocket clip

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SELECT FIRE (MODEL 1920)

Steel – 8CR13MoV stainless steelHandle – Glass-reinforced nylonLock – Locking linerBlade – 3- 3/8 in.Closed – 4 -1/4 in.Weight – 5.0 oz.Includes pocket clip

CHILL (MODEL 3410)

Blade – 8CR13MoV stainless steelHandle – CNC-machined G-10 Lock – Locking linerBlade – 3-1/8 in.Closed – 3-7/8 in.Weight – 2.0 oz.Also available partially serrated (3410ST)Includes pocket clip

BLITZ (MODEL 3420)

Steel – 8CR13MoV stainless steel Handle – CNC-machined G-10Lock – Locking linerBlade – 3-1/8 in.Closed – 4-3/8 in.Weight – 3.8 oz.Also available partially serrated (3420ST)Includes pocket clip

SCAMP (MODEL 2710)

Steel – Titanium carbonitride-coated8C13MoV stainless steelHandle – CNC-machined G-10Lock – Frame lockBlade – 3-3/8 in.Closed – 4 - 5/8 in.Weight – 4.5 oz.Also available partially serrated (2710ST)Includes pocket clip

A Knife-Focused Multi-Tool.Kershaw’s new Select Fire, designed by Grant & Gavin Hawk, offers a big, useful blade—and then some. It also includes a 5-piece bit set and bit driver. The contoured handle is comfortable whether using the knife or the bits.

Clean Lines, Cool Performance.The new Chill, designed by RJ Martin, is a slim, gentleman’s folder with a matte-fi nished blade that hones to an extremely sharp edge and resharpens easily. It offers Flipper ambidextrous manual opening and includes a matte-fi nished pocketclip.

The Blitz. Kershaw’s new Blitz, designed by RJ Martin, is ideal for the knife user who prefers a bigger knife for tougher tasks. Ambidextrous thumbstuds for easy open left- or right-handed.

Built for Toughness. The new Scamp is designed to take whatever you can dish

out. It features a big, wide multitasking blade with a thick tip for durability. The blade and frame lock are blackened with tough PVD metal coating. G-10 front scale/frame lock look good and provide a great grip.

And Speaking of Tough. The little guy’s always the toughest. That’s certainly true of our new Half Ton. The short, chubby blade works on and on; no chance of breakage. Super-grippy Santoprene™ handles and our patented wrench-clip complete the package.

NEW TOOLS FROMOUR TOP DESIGNERS

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HALF TON (MODEL 1445)

Steel – 8CR13MoV stainless steelHandle – Glass-reinforced nylonwith non-slip Santoprene® insertsLock – Locking linerBlade – 2-1/2 in.Closed – 3-5/8 in.Weight – 3.2Includes pocket clip

Half Ton features our patented wrench-clip.

5-piece bit set makes this the one to add to the vehicle toolbox. Set includes Phillips, fl at and TORX™ bits, plus a long, comfortable bit-acceptor handle.

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Many knife enthusiasts will have heard that 8CR13MoV stainless is the equivalent of AUS8A. And it’s true. For everyday use, even a serious knife enthusiast would be hard-pressed to tell the difference between a well-made 8CR13MoV blade and a well-made AUS8A blade. Yet there are slight differences in the steel formula. While most other components are relatively equal, 8CR13MoV has slightly more carbon for hardness and wear resistance and slightly less nickel.

The key to blade performance for both of these steels is manufacturing quality. That’s where Kershaw’s expertise comes in. Kershaw precision heat-treats 8CR13MoV steel to bring out its best high-performance characteristics—the ability to take and hold an edge, strength, and hardness. 8CR13MoV is top-of-the-line Chinese steel and, we believe, offers our customers an excellent value. Want to know more about steel type and knife performance? See the glossary at the end of the catalog or visit our website FAQ.

A WORD ON 8CR13MOV STAINLESS STEEL

A knife is more than just steel, yet steel is at the core of what makes a knife perform.

Kershaw chooses its blade steels based on a variety of criteria, from ability to hold an edge and corrosion resistance to strength, toughness, and value. Each steel is matched to the function of the knife, the design of the blade, and angle to which it will be sharpened—among other knifemaker’s considerations.

As steel technology continues to evolve, Kershaw will continue to select the very best of these steels to become Kershaw knife blades. Here’s an introduction to some of our newest high-performance steels:

Kershaw worked in partnership with Sandvik Steel, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of stainless steel and special alloys, to produce an exclusive, new high-performance steel: Sandvik 14C28N.

Increased nitrogen in the formula enables 14C28N to provide both excellent corrosion

resistance and the ability to be hardened to 60+ Rockwell. Sandvik calls 14C28N the overall highest performing knife steel in the world that still maintains the productivity benefi t of being fi ne-blankable. See the glossary, page 75, for a defi nition.

Beginning last year, Kershaw upgraded all products previously made with Sandvik 13C26 steel to this higher-performance steel. For a limited period, 14C28N will be available only to Kershaw customers.

ELMAX® and BöHLER M390 MICROCLEAN®

In our composite-blade Speedform and Volt, Kershaw is pioneering the use of these two premium steels as blade steels.

Both are third-generation powdered steels. Incredibly clean, they have virtually no inclusions and offer an extremely uniform distribution of carbide. ELMAX® is a high chromium-vanadium-molybdenum alloyed steel that combines high wear resistance with corrosion resistance. BöHLER M390 MICROCLEAN® is a high performance, corrosion-resistant, martensitic, chromium steel designed for high-precision applications. Both polish beautifully and can be hardened to 60+ on the Rockwell Hardness Scale. They are capable of producing highly complex blade geometries for knives with great strength and hardness, and great style.

ADVANCED BLADE STEELS,ADVANCED KNIVES

SANDVIK 14C28N—KERSHAW EXCLUSIVE

1. Molybdenum 2. Cobalt 3. Iron 4. Carbon 5. Nickel 6. Chromium7. Vanadium 8. Tungsten 9. Maganese 10. Silicon

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OD-1 (MODEL 1775)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steelHandle – Textured black G-10 front &410 stainless-steel backLiner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Frame lockBlade – 2-15/16 in.Closed – 4 - 1/8 in.Weight – 3.4 oz.Includes pocket clip

OD-2 (MODEL 1770)

Steel – 8CR13MoV stainless-steel Handle – Glass fi lled nylonLiner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 2-1/4 in.Closed – 3- 1/8 in.Weight – 1.4 oz.Includes pocket clip

Kershaw’s line of Flipper knivesare one-handed, manual opening knives that open as smoothly and easily as our SpeedSafe® knives—but without a torsion bar or other mechanical device to provide the opening assist. Flipper knives rely entirely on their unique design and Kershaw’s precision manufacturing quality to deliver their easy-opening benefi t.

The OD (OverDrive) Flipper. Introduced last year, the OD-1 and OD-2 offer a variation on the original Flipper technology. This amazing, patent-pending technology, designed by Lee Williams, provides the same function as the original Flipper, but with even more grace and style. Instead of a blade protrusion, the OD Flipper has a small lever that is easily accessible when the knife is closed, but—once “fl ipped”—is concealed neatly in the handle.

Ener-G & Ener-G II. From the effi cient design of the blade to the powerful, contoured handle, everything about the Ener-G and Ener-G II is meant to conserve your energy by putting the knife’s energy to work. Designed by Lee Williams, both feature the Flipper ambidextrous manual opening.

This means the manual opening process is fully controllable by the knife user. Flip it fast, fl ip it

slow; either way, it’s one-handed opening that’s easier than ever.

THE FLIPPER ON OVERDRIVE

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ENER-G (MODEL 1740)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steelHandle – Textured G-10Liner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 2-13/16 in.Closed – 3- 3/4 in.Weight – 2.2 oz.Includes pocket clip

ENER-G (MODEL 1740BLK)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steelwith Tungsten DLC coatingHandle – Textured G-10Liner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 2-13/16 in.Closed – 3- 3/4 in.Weight – 2.2 oz.Includes pocket clip

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ENER-G II (MODEL 1745)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steelHandle – Textured G-10Liner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 3-1/2 in.Closed – 4- 3/4 in.Weight – 4.9 oz.Includes pocket clip

ENER-G II (MODEL 1745BLK)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steelwith Tungsten DLC coatingHandle – Textured G-10Liner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 3-1/2 in.Closed – 4- 3/4 in.Weight – 4.9 oz.Includes pocket clip

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Our premier OD model, the OD-1 has a two-toned handle: textured G-10 on the front side and clean, stainless steel on the back.

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TANTO GROOVE (MODEL 1730TBLK)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steel with 3-D machined grooves and Tungsten DLC coating Handle – 410 stainless-steel with Tungsten DLC coating and G-10 overlays Lock – Frame lockBlade – 3-1/2 in.Closed – 4 - 1/2 in.Weight – 4.2 oz.Includes pocket clip

GROOVE (MODEL 1730)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steel with 3-D machined groovesHandle – 410 stainless-steel with textured G-10 overlays Lock – Frame lockBlade – 3-1/2 in.Closed – 4 - 1/2 in.Weight – 5.2 oz.Includes pocket clip

ORANGE ZING (MODEL 1735OR)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steel with 3-D machined groovesHandle – Orange injection-molded Polyimide®

Liner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 3 in.Closed – 3- 7/8 in.Weight – 3.1 oz.Includes reversible pocket clip

ZING (MODEL 1735)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steel with 3-D machined groovesHandle – Black injection-molded Polyimide®

Liner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 3 in.Closed – 3- 7/8 in.Weight – 3.1 oz.Includes reversible pocket clip

SKYLINE (MODEL 1760)

Blade – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steel with stone-washed fi nishHandle – Textured black G-10Liner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking linerBlade – 3-1/8 in.Closed – 4-1/4 in.Weight – 2.3 oz.Includes pocket clip

LAHAR (MODEL 1750)

Blade – VG-10 stainless-steelHandle – Textured G-10 Liner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking linerBlade – 3-1/2 in.Closed – 4-7/8 in.Weight – 5.5 oz.Includes pocket clip

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Flipper knives have no torsion baror other mechanical device that provides the opening assist. Yet they still offer smooth-and-easy ambidextrous opening using heavy index-fi nger pressure or a small fl ip of the wrist.

This is only possible because of the extremely tight tolerances to which Kershaw knives are made. No other folding knife feels like a Kershaw. As the blade moves out of the handle, the feeling is smooth as silk. Then the blade locks into position with authority. State-of-the-art manufacturing technology combines with the expertise of our knife artisans to ensure each Kershaw is built with extreme precision for extreme performance—and the smoothest fi t and fi nish in the industry.

Kershaw offers a wide selection of Flipper knives, from the compact Zing to the larger Lahar.

TIGHT TOLERANCES ENSURE FLIPPERS OPEN WITH PRECISION

Flipper knives work because Kershaw manufacturing tolerances are so tight. Fit and fi nish are always precise.Flipper knives work btolerances a

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JUNKYARD DOG II (MODEL 1725)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steelHandle – Textured G-10Liner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 3-3/4 in.Closed – 4 - 7/8 in.Weight – 5.2 oz.Also available partially serrated (1725ST)Includes pocket clip

JUNKYARD DOG II (MODEL 1725CB)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N/CPM-D2 composite two-tone stainless-steel with copper accentHandle – Textured G-10Liner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 3-3/4 in.Closed – 4 - 7/8 in.Weight – 5.2 oz.Includes pocket clip

RAM (MODEL 1910CKT)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steel with black Tungsten DLC coatingHandle – 6061-T6 anodized aluminum with textured G-10 overlayLock – Hawk-Lock®

Blade – 3-1/8 in.Closed – 4 - 3/8 in.Weight – 3.8 oz.Also available partially serrated (1910CKTST)Includes reversible pocket clip

RAM (MODEL 1910)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steelHandle – 6061-T6 anodized aluminum with textured G-10 overlayLock – Hawk-Lock®

Blade – 3-1/8 in.Closed – 4 - 3/8 in.Weight – 3.8 oz.Also available partially serrated (1910ST)Includes reversible pocket clip

Flipper knives are among our mostpopular models. And they’ve gained industry recognition, too. For instance, the R.A.M. was recognized as 2007’s Most Innovative American Design. Designed by Grant & Gavin Hawk, the R.A.M.s also feature the patent-pending Hawk Lock for extra security.

How to Flip a Flipper. Hold the Flipper knife in your dominant hand, blade side up. Be sure to keep your fi ngers away from the extremely sharp Kershaw blade. Place your index fi nger on the ridged part of the blade protrusion. Pull back smoothly on the blade protrusion at the same time as you fl ick your wrist forward slightly. The combination of the pullback and the slight fl ip will open the knife and lock the blade into position smoothly, easily, and quickly. Alternatively, you can use heavy index-fi nger pressure and a quick pullback toward the butt of the handle. Either way, Kershaw’s silky operation

and precision fi t and fi nish enable our Flipper knives to open easily.

From big and bold to smooth and sleek, there’s a Flipper for every taste and every budget.

A FLIPPER FOR EVERYKNIFE USER

All R.A.M.s feature the patent-pending Hawk Lock for security and simplicity of operation. Once the blade is open, the Hawk Lock automatically locks it into position. When you’re ready to close the blade, pull the Hawk Lock slider back toward the knife butt and fold the blade in.

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SpeedSafe® makes it fast, easy, and safe to open a knife one-handed.

Kershaw’s fi rst SpeedSafe® knife, the Random Task (discontinued).

Hard to believe it’s been 12 years since we fi rst introduced SpeedSafe® assisted opening. The fi rst was the 1510 Random Task, designed by Ken Onion. It was an immediate hit, taking the Blade Show’s American-Made Knife of the Year Award, and selling hot and fast.

SpeedSafe® is a patented system that assists the user to smoothly open any SpeedSafe® knife with a manual push on the blade's thumb-stud or pull back on the blade protrusion. The heart of SpeedSafe® is its torsion bar. Closed, the torsion bar helps keep the knife closed, preventing it from

No. There are many features of SpeedSafe® knives that make them quite different than switchblades. Unlike a switchblade, SpeedSafe® blades DO NOT deploy with the push of a button in the handle or by gravity alone. Instead, the user must manually overcome the torsion bar's resistance—using the thumb stud or protrusion on

Very. SpeedSafe® opens ONLY when the user manually deploys it using either the thumb-stud or blade protrusion. Once deployed, a locking system secures the blade in position so that it

We test our torsion bar to 10,000 openings. However, at some point, the torsion bar may need to be replaced. We will gladly do this at our facility free of charge.

All these years later, SpeedSafe® designs continue to be among our top sellers. Here’s a quick rundown on what you should know about Kershaw’s line of SpeedSafe® knives:

being opened by gravity. In order to open the knife, the user must apply manual pressure to the thumb-stud or blade protrusion to overcome the resistance of the torsion bar. After the blade is out of the handle, the torsion bar moves along its half-moon track and takes over. The blade opens smoothly and locks into position, ready for use.

the blade itself—in order to engage the SpeedSafe® system. Because the user must manually overcome the torsion bar's resistance, SpeedSafe® knives fall fully outside the Federal defi nition of a switchblade. However, due to the complexity and constantly changing nature of knife laws and regulations, it is the responsibility of the buyer to investigate and comply with the laws and regulations that apply in his or her specifi c area.

cannot close accidentally. When releasing the lock, the blade does not snap shut due to resistance provided by the torsion bar. This bar also provides a bias towards the closed position, which holds the blade securely closed.

12 YEARS OF SPEEDSAFE

HOW SAFE IS SPEEDSAFE?

HOW DURABLE IS THE TORSION BAR

WHAT IS SPEEDSAFE?

IS A SPEEDSAFE KNIFE A SWITCHBLADE?


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BLACK CHIVE (MODEL 1600BLK)

Steel – 420HC stainless-steel with Tungsten DLC polished coatingHandle – 410 stainless-steel with Tungsten DLC polished coatingLock – Frame LockBlade – 1-15/16 in.Closed – 2- 7/8 in.Weight – 1.9 oz.Includes gift tinIncludes pocket clip

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RAINBOW CHIVE (MODEL 1600VIB)

Steel – 420HC stainless-steel with Titanium-Oxide multi-colored coatingHandle – 410 stainless-steel with Titanium-Oxide multi-colored coatingLock – Frame LockBlade – 1-15/16 in.Closed – 2- 7/8 in.Weight – 1.9 oz.Includes gift tinIncludes pocket clip

POLISHED CHIVE (MODEL 1600SS)

Steel – 420HC stainless-steel with highly polished fi nishHandle – 410 stainless-steel with highly polished fi nishLock – Frame LockBlade – 1-15/16 in.Closed – 2- 7/8 in.Weight – 1.9 oz.Includes gift tinIncludes pocket clip

CHIVE (MODEL 1600)

Steel – 420HC stainless-steelHandle – 410 stainless-steelLock – Frame LockBlade – 1-15/16 in.Closed – 2- 7/8 in.Weight – 1.9 oz.Includes pocket clip

PINK CHIVE (MODEL 1600PINK)

Steel – 420HC stainless-steelHandle – 6061-T6 anodized aluminumLock – Locking LinerLiner – 410 stainless-steelBlade – 1-15/16 in.Closed – 2- 7/8 in.Weight – 1.9 oz.Includes pocket clip

Kershaw’s SpeedSafe® Chives, Scallions, and Leeks are the everyday carrying knife of choice for knife users across the nation—and across the world. With a wide variety of sizes, fi nishes, handle materials, and colors to choose from, it’s easy to fi nd the SpeedSafe®

pocketknife that’s right for you.

Chives. Since their introduction, members of Kershaw’s Chive family have been winning awards for innovation, value, and quality. Closed, each Chive is less than 3 inches long—ideal for pocket carry. They also offer top-quality materials and top-quality function, including SpeedSafe®

manually assisted opening.

Scallions. The Scallion is ideal for knife users who prefer a slightly larger knife than the Chive—but one that’s still compact, features great styling, and performs like a champ. Its 3 ½-inch folded size makes it an easy pocket carry.

It also offers high-performance styling, plus the convenience of SpeedSafe®

ambidextrous opening.

Leeks. Kershaw’s Leeks offer a distinctive design, the ease of SpeedSafe®, and the largest variety of handle styles, fi nishes, and blade options of any of the knives in this series.

CHIVES, SCALLIONS &LEEKS

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SCALLION (MODEL 1620)

Steel – 420HC stainless-steelHandle – Injection-molded Polyimide®

Lock – Locking LinerLiner – 410 stainless-steelBlade – 2-1/4 in.Closed – 3- 1/2 in.Weight – 2.3 oz.Also available partially serrated (1620ST)Includes pocket clip

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SCALLION (MODEL 1620BL)

Steel – 420HC stainless-steelHandle – 6061-T6 anodized aluminumLock – Locking LinerLiner – 410 stainless-steelBlade – 2-1/4 in.Closed – 3- 1/2 in.Weight – 2.3 oz.Includes pocket clipAvailable colors: 1620PINK ,1620GRN (green) and 1620RD(red)

SCALLION (MODEL 1620VIB)

Steel – 420HC stainless-steel with Titanium-Oxide multi-colored coatingHandle – 410 stainless-steel with Titanium-Oxide multi-colored coatingLock – Frame LockBlade – 2-1/4 in.Closed – 3- 1/2 in.Weight – 2.3 oz.Includes soft zipper caseIncludes pocket clip

SCALLION (MODEL 1620FL)

Steel – 420HC stainless-steelHandle – 410 stainless-steelLock – Frame LockBlade – 2-1/4 in.Closed – 3- 1/2 in.Weight – 2.3 oz.Also available partially serrated (1620FLST)Includes pocket clip

RAINBOW LEEK (MODEL 1660VIB)Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steel with Titanium-Oxide multi-colored coatingHandle – 410 stainless-steel with Titanium-Oxide multi-colored coatingLock – Frame LockBlade – 3 in.Closed – 4 in.Weight – 3.0 oz.Includes soft zipper caseAlso available partially serrated (1660VIBST)Includes pocket clip

RANDOM LEEK (MODEL 1660TGRYST)

Steel – S30V stainless-steel with Tungsten DLC CoatingHandle – 410 stainless-steel with Tungsten DLC CoatingLock – Frame LockBlade – 3 in.Closed – 4 in.Weight – 3.0 oz.Includes pocket clip

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LEEK (MODEL 1660CB)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steel/CPM-D2 composite two-tone stainless-steel with copper accentHandle – 410 stainless-steelLock – Frame LockBlade – 3 in.Closed – 4 in.Weight – 2.9 oz.Includes pocket clip

LEEK (MODEL 1660BB)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steelHandle – 6061-T6 anodized black/bluesmoked aluminumLiner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 3 in.Closed – 4 in.Weight – 2.4 oz.Includes pocket clip

LEEK (MODEL 1660BR)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steelHandle – 6061-T6 anodized black/redsmoked aluminumLiner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 3 in.Closed – 4 in.Weight – 2.4 oz.Includes pocket clip

LEEK (MODEL 1660)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steelHandle – 410 stainless-steelLock – Frame LockBlade – 3 in.Closed – 4 in.Weight – 3.0 oz.Also available partially serrated (1660ST)Includes pocket clip

LEEK (MODEL 1660CKT)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steel with Tungsten DLC coatingHandle – 410 stainless-steel with Tungsten DLC coatingLock – Frame LockBlade – 3 in.Closed – 4 in.Weight – 3.0 oz.Also available partially serrated (1660CKTST)Includes pocket clip

LEEK (MODEL 1660G10)

Steel – S30V stainless-steelHandle – Textured G-10Liner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 3 in.Closed – 4 in.Weight – 2.6 oz.Includes pocket clip

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The newest Leek is our composite-blade Leek that combines the durability and corrosion resistance of 14C28N stainless steel with the toughness and wear resistance of CPM-D2—in a truly wild pattern. (See page X for all the details on our composite-blade technology.)

Kershaw offers a wide variety of styles of these popular knives—from the original Leek in pure, unadorned stainless steel to our award-winning and vibrantly colored Rainbow Leek. All give you the size and styling of a Leek built from a selection of high-performance steels and handsome handle materials. Most Leeks are available in a choice of smooth and partially serrated blades.

Designed to go anywhere and do just about anything, the made-in-the-USA Leek is the ideal carrying knife, no matter which one of our many models you choose.

KERSHAW'S TOP-SELLINGSPEEDSAFE LEEKS

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PINK LEEK (MODEL 1660PINK)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steelHandle – 6061-T6 anodized aluminumLock – Locking LinerLiner – 410 stainless-steelBlade – 3 in.Closed – 4 in.Weight – 2.4 oz.Includes pocket clip

WHIRLWIND (MODEL 1560)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steelHandle – Injection-molded Polyimide® Liner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 3-1/4 in.Closed – 4-1/2 in.Weight – 3.5 oz.Also available partially serrated (1560ST)Includes pocket clip

BLACKOUT (MODEL 1550)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steelwith Tungsten DLC coatingHandle – Injection-molded Polyimide® Liner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 3-1/4 in.Closed – 4-1/2 in.Weight – 3.5 oz.Also available partially serrated (1550ST)Includes pocket clip

SHALLOT (MODEL 1840)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steelHandle – 410 stainless-steelLock – Frame LockBlade – 3-1/2 in.Closed – 4-3/8 in.Weight – 4.2 oz.Also available partially serrated (1840ST)Includes pocket clip

BLACK SHALLOT (MODEL 1840CKT)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steelwith Tungsten DLC coatingHandle – 410 stainless-steel with Tungsten DLC coatingLock – Frame LockBlade – 3-1/2 in.Closed – 4-3/8 in.Weight – 4.2 oz.Also available partially serrated (1840CKTST)Includes pocket clip

Whirlwind & BlackOut. These were some of the fi rst of Kershaw’s SpeedSafe® knives and they’re still among the best. When it fi rst came out, the classic BlackOut was recognized as a Blade Magazine Best Buy. And it still is—along with its sibling, the Whirlwind.

Shallot & Black Shallot. Slightly larger than the Leek and a slightly recurved blade, the Kershaw Shallot is built for a wide range of tasks, everyday and extraordinary.

Baby Boa. Get a big recurve blade in a little pocketknife. The blade shape is built for multi-tasking, the small size is built for easy carrying, and SpeedSafe®

makes it fast and easy to use.

READY TO TAKE ONYOUR TASK

BABY BOA (MODEL 1585BR)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steel with high polish fi nishHandle – 6061-T6 anodized smoked aluminum with CNC-machined torsion-bar revealLiner – 410 stainless-steel with high polish fi nishLock – Locking LinerBlade – 2 in.Closed – 2-3/4 in.Weight – 1.7 oz.Includes pocket clip

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A cutout in the Baby Boa’s handle exposes the SpeedSafe® torsion bar and provides a glimpse into the inner workings of the SpeedSafe® system.

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S30V BLUR (MODEL 1670S30V)

Steel – S30V stainless-steel with stone washed fi nishHandle – 6061-T6 anodized aluminum with Trac-Tec inserts Liner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 3-3/8 in.Closed – 4-1/2 in.Weight – 4.0 oz.Includes pocket clip

TANTO BLUR (MODEL 1670TBLKST)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steel with Tungsten DLC coatingHandle – 6061-T6 anodized aluminum with Trac-Tec inserts Liner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 3-3/8 in.Closed – 4-1/2 in.Weight – 4.0 oz.Includes pocket clip

BLACK BLUR (MODEL 1670BLK)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steel with Tungsten DLC coatingHandle – 6061-T6 anodized aluminum with Trac-Tec inserts Liner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 3-3/8 in.Closed – 4-1/2 in.Weight – 4.0 oz.Also available partially serrated (1670BLKST)Includes pocket clip

BLUR (MODEL 1670RD)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steelHandle – 6061-T6 anodized aluminum with Trac-Tec inserts Liner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 3-3/8 in.Closed – 4-1/2 in.Weight – 4.0 oz.Includes pocket clip

Most knife injuries occur becauseof a poor grip on the knife. Kershaw’s Blur series solves the problem with a unique handle that features advanced materials to ensure a safe, secure grip every time—even under extreme conditions.

Blurs also feature incredible, multi-tasking performance, the highest quality materials, and the kind of good looks knife users will be proud to own. Choose from a variety of blade styles and fi nishes.

A SECURE GRIP & SPEEDSAFE PERFORMANCE

Trac-Tec inserts provide a rough surface that ensures a solid grip—even in wet conditions, or in gloves. The Blur’s 6061-T6 aluminum handles are CNC-machined to accept the textured inserts.

Trac-Tece

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OCC LEEK (MODEL 1660OCC)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steel with Tungsten DLC coating and OCC logoHandle – 6061-T6 anodized aluminum with laser cut 304 stainless-steel web overlay Liner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 3 in.Closed – 4 in.Weight – 3.1 oz.Includes gift tinIncludes pocket clip

OCC BLUR (MODEL 1670OCC)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steelHandle – 6061-T6 anodized aluminum with 3-D machined web and OCC logo Liner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 3-3/8 in.Closed – 4-1/2 in.Weight – 4.2 oz.Includes gift tinIncludes pocket clip

PACKRAT (MODEL 1665)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steelHandle – Textured G-10 Liner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 3-1/4 in.Closed – 4-1/8 in.Weight – 4.2 oz.Also available partially serrated (1665ST)Includes pocket clip

NEEDS WORK (MODEL 1820)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steelHandle – Injection-molded Polyimide®

Liner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 3 in.Closed – 4-1/8 in.Weight – 3.5 oz.Includes pocket clip

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OSO SWEET (MODEL 1830)

Steel – 8CR13MoV stainless-steelHandle – Injection-molded glass-fi lled nylonLiner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Liner LockBlade – 3-1/2 in.Closed – 4-3/8 in.Weight – 4.2 oz.Includes pocket clip

Chopper Style. Inspired by the Orange County Choppers Web Bike, we offer the OCC Blur and the OCC Leek. The OCC Leek features the OCC spider-and-web laser cut from stainless steel on top of a basic black anodized aluminum handle. The OCC Blur’s anodized aluminum handle features a raised spider web machined into it.

Work Style. For a work knife that fi ts the hand perfectly, choose the curve-handled PackRat and the duty-ready Needs Work. Both have comfortable handle ergonomics and a versatile blade.

Sweet Style. The Oso Sweet is a classic design with a twist—a handle of injection molded glass-fi lled nylon with a distinctive “scales” pattern you won’t see elsewhere. Besides a great look, the scales offer a super-secure grip.

SPEEDSAFE CONVENIENCE & KERSHAW STYLE

The Needs Work’s handle is made of contoured Polyimide®, an engineering polymer that exhibits an exceptional combination of thermal stability and mechanical toughness.

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If you’ve ever had a knife with a coated blade that looked cool when you fi rst got it, but not so hot after just a year of use, you’ll understand why Kershaw chooses the coating technologies it does.

Tungsten DLC CoatingKershaw was one of the fi rst to use Tungsten DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) coating in production knife applications. DLC coatings display properties similar to those of a natural diamond—notably hardness, wear resistance, and reduced friction. The benefi ts of such a coating is obvious when it comes to knives.

Some blade coatings just amount to a coat of paint. Kershaw uses Tungsten DLC and other PVD coatings for durability and scratch resistance.

The DLC coating is applied in a process called Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD). During PVD, metals are instantly evaporated and ionized via a high-current, low-voltage arc. The metal ions are then accelerated into a vacuum chamber. A negative voltage is introduced, which permanently deposits a thin metal coating on the blades.

A number of different types of metals can be ionized to form the coating. As you might expect, with Tungsten DLC coating, the metal is tungsten, which has the highest tensile strength of any element.

Titanium Carbo-NitrideKershaw also uses titanium carbo-nitride to produce an attractive black blade coating that

increases the blade’s hardness, helps maintain the edge, and increases the overall lifetime of the blade.

Titanium OxideKershaw's special PVD process results in some spectacular “rainbow” fi nishes. The Rainbow Chive, Scallion, and Leek all feature this amazing multicolored fi nish. And like our other PVD coatings, it won’t scratch off.

Anodized AluminumAnodizing is another process Kershaw uses to add durable color our products. Generally, we anodize aluminum handles to create lightweight handles that are still brilliantly colored. Some of our Leeks, our Blurs, and our Mini Biner Tool are all examples of anodized aluminum fi nishes.

Anodizing changes the microscopic texture of the surface so that a porous coating or fi lm can be applied that will in turn accept a dye. Anodizing makes aluminum stronger and anodic fi lms are much longer lasting than other surface colorations.

Tefl on®

Kershaw’s Responders are coated with Tefl on® to reduce friction, making them easier to manipulate in tight, emergency situations.

Black OxideA chemical bath converts the surface of the steel to magnetite. Kershaw uses this coating on some pocket clips, mainly for appearance, though it does add some corrosion resistance.

THE TECH OF KERSHAW'SHIGH-TECH BLADE COATINGS

BECAUSE THEY LAST

Titanium Carbo-Nitride

Standard Blade Coating Tungsten DLC CoatingAfter 5 years of use

Tefl on®

Anodized Aluminum

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RESPONDER (MODEL 1078YL)

Steel – 8CR13MoV stainless-steel with Tefl on® coatingHandle – Neon yellow double-injection-molded Santoprene® with carbide glass-breaker tipBlade – 3-3/8 in. partially serrated full-tang with cord cutter and blunt tipOverall – 8-3/4 in.Weight – 4.8 oz.Includes Kydex® sheath

RESPONDER (MODEL 1078)

Steel – 8CR13MoV stainless-steel with Tefl on® coatingHandle – Double-injection-molded Santoprene®

Blade – 3-3/8 in. partially serrated full-tang with cord cutter and blunt tipOverall – 8-3/4 in.Weight – 4.8 oz.Includes Kydex® sheath

RESCUE BLUR (MODEL 1675BLKST)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steel with Tungsten DLC coatingHandle – 6061-T6 anodized aluminum with Trac-Tec inserts and carbide glass-breaker tipLiner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 3-3/8 in.Closed – 4-1/2 in.Weight – 4.0 oz.Includes pocket clip

RESCUE BLUR (MODEL 1675RDST)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steelHandle – 6061-T6 anodized aluminum with Trac-Tec inserts and carbide glass-breaker tipLiner – 410 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 3-3/8 in.Closed – 4-1/2 in.Weight – 4.0 oz.Includes pocket clip

Responders. These fi xed-blade knives were designed in cooperation with rescue professionals to provide the right combination of features for emergency situations. The Kershaw Responder blade has a blunt, but beveled tip for safe cutting in close quarters, yet without sacrifi cing punching power. The built-in cutting hook zips though cord and webbing. The handle is ribbed for a secure grip—even in gloved hands.

The neon yellow Responder also has a glass-breaker tip at the butt end to break tempered glass with a single blow. Includes a positive-locking, multi-carry-option Kydex® sheath.

Rescue Blurs. For a secure grip in any situation, choose the rescue blur. Kershaw one-handed SpeedSafe® opening and CNC-machines the Blur’s lightweight aluminum handles to accept our textured Trac Tec inserts. They ensure a solid grip, even in wet conditions, even in duty gloves.

EMS professionals—or anyone who has to use a knife in close quarters—will also appreciate the rounded tip of our Rescue Blurs as well as the glass-breaker handle.

EMS PROFESSIONAL-APPROVED

The neon yellow Responder includes a carbide glass-breaker in the handle.

Rescue Blurs have a built-in carbide glass-breaker tip in the handle.

sponder inThe neon yellow Respondebreaker in the hancarbide glass-breake

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RIPCORD (MODEL 3200)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steel with Tungsten DLC coatingHandle – 6061-T6 anodized aluminum with Trac-Tec inserts Blade – 3-7/16 in.Closed – 4-3/8 in.Weight – 4.2 oz.Includes multi-function belt sheath with deployment knob

WHIPLASH (MODEL 4355)

Steel – 8CR13MoV stainless-steel withTitanium carbo nitride coatingHandle – Injection-molded glass-fi lled nylon overlay with built-in lanyardBlade – 4-1/2 in.Overall – 9 in.Weight – 6.4 oz.Includes sheath

MILITARY KNIFE (MODEL 4351)

Steel – One-piece, drop-forged 1.4116German stainless-steelHandle – POM scalesBlade – 4-1/2 in.Overall – 9 in.Weight – 4.4 oz.Includes multi-use sheath andstrap system

Ripcord OTF. The Ripcord’s design is completely unique with a big “wow” factor. It provides the strength and stability of a fi xed blade knife, yet stores as compactly as a folding knife. The handy belt sheath doubles as the patented OTF (“Out the Front”) deployment system.

Built-in Lanyard Whiplash. This bold, military-style fi xed-blade knife has a built-in parachute cord lanyard. Just pull the tab at the butt of the knife to release the elasticized lanyard, wrap it around your wrist, and you’re good to go. For an even more secure grip, the Whiplash features extra-large thumb notches on top of the blade, as well as an oversized index-fi nger notch below. Includes sheath.

Classic Military Knife. Simplicity. Utility. The Military Knife’s fl at-ground blade features a distal taper and a partial false edge on top—in addition to

its Kershaw-sharp business edge. Steel riveted POM scales provide an excellent grip. Multi-carry sheath included.

TACTICAL STYLING, PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE

A knob in the sheath engages or disengages the locking function. Simply grasp the handle and pull straight out of the sheath. The blade will deploy in a locked fi xed-blade position. To retract the blade, place the tip into the sheath, place the slot in the handle onto the knob and slide back into the sheath.

The Military Knife’s multi-carry sheath expands the knife’s utility. Quick-release sheath features a slim design for multiple carrying options, including under the coat, on the belt or strapped to a leg or arm.

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D.W.O. (MODEL 3000)

Steel – 8CR13MoV stainless-steelHandle – Injection-molded co-polymerLiner – 420 stainless-steelLock – Lock BackBlade – 2-3/8 in.Overall – 3-1/4 in.Weight – 1.6 oz.Available colors: 3000BL (blue), 3000PINK, 3000OR (orange) and 3000RD (red)

BLACK COLT II (MODEL 1045)

Steel – 8CR13MoV stainless-steelHandle – Sure-grip injection-moldedco-polymerLiner – 420 stainless-steelLock – Lock Back Blade – 3 in.Closed – 4-1/8 in.Weight – 3.5 oz.Includes nylon sheath

BLACK HORSE II (MODEL 1060)

Steel – 8CR13MoV stainless-steelHandle – Sure-grip injection-moldedco-polymerLock – Lock Back Blade – 3-3/4 in.Closed – 4-7/8 in.Weight – 4.6 oz. Includes nylon sheath

D.W.O. Classics. This small-but-mighty clip-blade knife weighs in at less than 2 ounces and takes up just over 3 inches of space when closed. The durable co-polymer handle provides a comfortable grip and non-slip control. The D.W.O. has a lock-back design.

Black Horse & Black Colt. The blades are built of sturdy, high-carbon, 8CR13MoV stainless steel—One of the toughest grades of cutlery steel. The durable, co-polymer handle is fi nger contoured for a secure grip and makes repetitive tasks much easier and less fatiguing.

EVERYBODY'S FAVORITEWORK KNIVES

The Kershaw D.W.O. was introduced in 1986 in memory of Delley Wade Offi cer, who fell victim to a hunting accident. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of each knife still goes to Delley’s family.

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GRANT COUNTRY (MODEL 3100)

Steel – 8CR13MoV stainless-steelHandle – Stainless-steel with cross-grooved ABS inlayLock – Lock BackBlade – 1-7/8 in.Closed – 2-5/8 in.Weight – 1.2 oz.

CORRAL CREEK (MODEL 3115)


CORRAL CREEK SHEEPSFOOT(MODEL 3115BT)


BLACK GULCH (MODEL 3120)

Steel – 8CR13MoV stainless-steelHandle – Stainless-steel with cross-grooved ABS inlayLock – Lock BackBlade – 3 in.Closed – 4-1/8 in.Weight – 4.3 oz.Includes black nylon sheath

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WILDCAT RIDGE (MODEL 3140)

Steel – 8CR13MoV stainless-steelHandle – Stainless-steel with cross-grooved ABS inlayLock – Lock BackBlade – 3-1/2 in.Closed – 4-7/8 in.Weight – 4.3 oz.Includes black nylon sheath

Kershaw’s reputation for manufacturinghigh quality, hardworking knives was born in the West. These knives are simple, yet vital tools for handling a wide range of tasks and a man wants a tool he can depend on—come wind, rain, mud, or fl ood. Kershaw’s Offi cer Ranch knives were designed to be just such dependable tools, everyday and under any conditions.

Offi cer Ranch knives are sturdy work knives, pure and simple. The handle is stainless steel for strength. The 8CR13MoV stainless-steel blades offer a good balance of toughness, edge sharpness, and corrosion resistance. The lock back design keeps the blade securely in place when deployed. The knives are drilled to accept a lanyard, too.

DEPENDABLE, DURABLE WORK KNIVES

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LFK (MODEL 1700)

Steel – 8CR13MoV stainless-steelHandle – Anodized aluminumLiner – 420 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 2-1/8 in.Closed – 3 in.Weight – 1.1 oz.

WHISKEY GAP (MODEL 4100)

Steel – AUS6A stainless-steelHandle – Satin-fi nished bolsters with rosewood inlayLiner – BrassLock – Lock BackBlade – 2-1/4 in.Closed – 3-1/8 in.Weight – 1.9 oz.

WILD TURKEY (MODEL 4150)

Steel – AUS6A stainless-steelHandle – Satin-fi nished bolsters with rosewood inlayLiner – BrassLock – Lock BackBlade – 3-1/8 in.Closed – 3-7/8 in.Weight – 2.2 oz.

DOUBLE CROSS (MODEL 4380)

Steel – AUS6A stainless-steelHandle – Polished bolsters with stamina wood inlayLiner – 420 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade-A – 2-3/8 in.Blade-B – 1-7/8 in.Closed – 3-1/2 in.Weight – 2.2 oz.

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DOUBLE DUTY (MODEL 4390)

Steel – AUS6A stainless-steelHandle – Polished bolsters with stamina wood inlayLiner – 420 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade-A – 2-3/4 in.Blade-B – 2-5/8 in.Closed – 4-1/8 in.Weight – 3.1 oz.

SHOTGUN SHELL (MODEL 12GAD)

Steel – AUS6A stainless-steelHandle – RosewoodLiner – BrassBolster – Polished brassBlade-A – 2 in. non-lockingBlade-B – 2 in. non-locking screwdriver/fi leClosed – 2-5/8 in.Weight – 1.2 oz.

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LFK (Little Folding Knife). A little gentlemen's folding knife. Anodized aluminum handles make it a lightweight carrying knife.

Rosewood Beauty. The Whiskey Gap and Wild Turkey are classic folders with a refi ned look. Brass liners, satin-fi nished bolsters, and rosewood inlays in the handles put the fi nishing touches on these classy gentlemen’s knives.

Shotgun Shell. A perennial Kershaw favorite. It features two stainless-steel blades: a classic clip-point and a fi le blade with fl at screwdriver tip. The handsome rosewood handle is accented with brass “shotgun shell” cap and liners.

Multiple-Blade Classics. The Double Cross and Double Duty are versatile, yet compact, tools. The Double Cross offers both a clip-point and a sheepsfoot blade and thumbstuds for one-handed opening. The larger Double Duty has

a clip-point and a spay blade. Both models have polished nickel bolsters with handsome stamina-wood scales. A single liner that locks both blades.

COLD STEEL & WARM HARDWOODS

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SQUAW CREEK (MODEL 2150)

Steel – AUS6A stainless-steelHandle – Satin-fi nish with rosewood inlayLiner – 420 stainless-steelLock – Lock BackBlade – 2 in.Closed – 2-5/8 in.Weight – 1.4 oz.

INDIAN FORD (MODEL 2155)

Steel – AUS6A stainless-steelHandle – Satin-fi nish with rosewood inlayLiner – 420 stainless-steelLock – Lock BackBlade – 2-5/8 in.Closed – 3-1/2 in.Weight – 2.7 oz.

SILVER SPUR (MODEL 2800)

Steel – AUS6A stainless-steelHandle – AluminumLock – Lock BackBlade – 1-7/8 in.Closed – 2-1/2 in.Weight – 0.6 oz.

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Steel – AUS6A stainless-steelHandle – AluminumLock – Lock BackBlade – 2-1/4 in.Closed – 3 in.Weight – 0.9 oz.

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Steel – 420J2 stainless-steelLiner – 420 stainless-steelLock – Lock BackBlade – 1-3/4 in.Closed – 2-1/4 in.Weight – 1.1 oz.

STAINLESS (MODEL 5200S)

Steel – 420J2 stainless-steelLiner – 420 stainless-steelLock – Lock BackBlade – 2-3/8 in.Closed – 3 in.Weight – 1.7 oz.

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Steel & Rosewood. Elegant and classy, the Squaw Creek and Indian Ford combine a classic clip-point blade with a satin fi nished steel handle accented with genuine rosewood inlays. Choose Squaw Creek for a smaller folder, Indian Ford for a slightly larger one.

Silver Spur. Both sizes offer great looks, great performance, and great value. A lightweight aluminum handle makes the Silver Spur a good choice for pocket carry. For added convenience, each handle is drilled to accept a lanyard or keyring.

Pure Steel. Just plain good-looking pocketknives. The Stainless Steel comes in two sizes ideal for pocket carry. The super-slim handle is smooth and fl at—ideal for optional personalization.

CLASSIC GENTLEMEN'S POCKETKNIVES

Kershaw can laser-etch your name or company logo on the steel handles of our knives or on

any blade for a very small fee.

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MINI BINER (MODEL 1002X) black

Steel – 420J2 stainless-steelHandle – Anodized aluminumBlade – 2 in.Closed – 2-3/4 in.Weight – 0.8 oz.Available colors: 1002BLX (blue),1002RDX (red) and 1002SLX (silver)

CARABINER TOOL (MODEL 1004NBX) black

Steel – 8CR13MoV stainless-steelHandle – Tefl on® coated aluminumLiner – 420 stainless-steelLock – Locking LinerBlade – 3-1/4 in.Closed – 4-1/8 in.Weight – 2.7 oz.Available colors: 1004BLX (blue), 1004RDX (red) and 1004SLX (silver)

TWOCAN (MODEL 1001BLK) black

Steel – 420J2 stainless-steelHandle – Anodized aluminumBlade – 1-1/2 in.Scissors – 1-1/8 in.Closed – 2-3/4 in.Weight – 0.9 oz.Available colors: 1001BL (blue), 1001RD (red) and 1001 (silver)

Award-winning Carabiner Tool.Designed by Launce Barber, this tool is sturdy, versatile, and ready for adventure. This patented fi ve-in-one tool includes a partially serrated knife blade, a standard screwdriver, a Phillips-head screwdriver, a bottle opener, and a spring-loaded, locking carabiner clip.

Mini Biner. Cut open a package. Slice through a cord. Carve off a slice of apple. It’s always smart to have a Kershaw blade on hand. Clip the lightweight aircraft aluminum handle to your vest, backpack, hydropack, keyring, or beltloop and you’re good to go.

Two Can. The Two Can is two tools in one. It’s a combination knife and scissors tool featuring a pair of blades that can be used separately or together. Open one blade and it’s pocketknife. But when you need a pair of scissors, open the Two Can’s other blade. Easily operate the scissors by pressing the two blades together between thumb and forefi nger.

SMALL TOOLS DELIVER BIG PERFORMANCE

Use it as a pocketknife—or as a pair of scissors.

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SEA HUNTER (MODEL 1008)

Steel – 420J2 stainless-steelHandle – Injection-molded neon plastic with co-polymer over-moldBlade – 3-3/4 in. double-edged and partially serrated with cord cutterOverall – 7-3/4 in.Weight – 3.0 oz.Includes Kydex® multi-function sheath with leg straps

SEA HUNTER (MODEL 1008BL-P)

Steel – 420J2 stainless-steelHandle – Injection-molded neon plastic with co-polymer over-moldBlade – 3-1/2 in. blunt-tip double-edged and partially serrated with cord cutterOverall – 7-5/8 in.Weight – 3.0 oz.Includes Kydex® multi-function sheath with leg straps

AMPHIBIAN (MODEL 1006K)

Steel – 420J2 stainless-steelHandle – 420J2 stainless-steel full-tang skeleton with co-polymer insertBlade – 3-3/4 in. double-edged and partially serratedOverall – 7-3/4 in.Weight – 3.2 oz.Includes Kydex® multi-function sheath with leg straps

From diving, rafting, and kayakingto fi shing and boating, Kershaw has the right knife for your sport..

Kershaw’s water sport knives feature sturdy stainless-steel construction, yet without unnecessary weight. Both Sea Hunter models offer precision blades of highly corrosion-resistant steel. Big, easy-to-grasp injection-molded handles feature a co-polymer overlay for a super-secure grip. The handles have built-in “neon” accents so they’re always easy to see in a marine environment. Sea Hunter blades are partially serrated and include a cord notch. The 1008BL-P Sea Hunter has a blunt blade for additional safety in close quarters. The blunt tip makes a handy tool for adjusting gauges, too.

The Amphibian provides all the strength of solid, corrosion-resistant 420J2 stainless steel from tip to pommel, but with a skeleton handle design to reduce

weight. A co-polymer insert in the handle assures an excellent grip. The Amphibian blade is sharpened on both sides—one side offers a standard edge, the other a partially serrated edge.

KNIVES FOR WATER SPORTS

All water sport knives include the Kershaw Diver’s Sheath. The durable Kydex® sheath has a press-n-pull mechanism to secure the knife regardless of your position in the water.

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7-1/2" FILLET (MODEL 1270X)

Steel – 420J2 stainless-steelHandle – Non-slip injection-moldedBlade – 7-1/2 in.Overall – 12-1/4 in.Weight – 2.2 oz.Includes black ABS sheath

6" FILLET (MODEL 1250X)

Steel – 420J2 stainless-steelHandle – Non-slip injection-moldedBlade – 6 in.Overall – 10-7/8 in.Weight – 3.5 oz.Includes black ABS sheath


Steel – 420J2 stainless-steelHandle – Black co-polymer with neon orange accentBlade – 6 in.Closed – 13-1/8 in.Weight – 5.6 oz.Includes black ABS sheath

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Steel – 420J2 stainless-steelHandle – Black co-polymer with neon green accentBlade – 9-1/4 in.Closed – 14-1/4 in.Weight – 3.8 oz.Includes black ABS sheath

Kershaw has exactly the right fi lletknife to make your fi sh grill-ready. All Kershaw fi llet knives feature 420J2 stainless-steel blades that provide the ideal degree of fl ex for fast and easy fi lleting. This more ductile steel enables the blade to bend without breaking so that it moves easily through the body of the fi sh to give you the ideal fi llet. The contoured handles fi t the hand securely to make fi lleting easy and less fatiguing.

Kershaw fi llet knives come in a variety of the most popular sizes—from 6 inches to 9 inches. Each has its own ABS sheath for carrying and storage.

CATCH, FILLET, GRILL

Neon accent in handle makes knife easy to spot in a marine environment. Neon accent in handle makes knife easya marine environment.

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FOLDING FILLET (MODEL 1256X)

Steel – 420J2 stainless-steelHandle – Non-slip injection-molded with spoonBlade – 6 in.Overall – 13-1/8 in.Weight – 5.6 oz.Includes lanyard hole

7-STEP FILLET (MODEL 1240)

Steel – 420J2 stainless-steelHandle – Non-slip injection-moldedBlade – Adjust from 5-1/2 in. to 9 in.Weight – 3.2 oz.Includes black ABS sheath

SKEETER I (MODEL 1210)

Overall – 4-1/4 in.Weight – 0.8 oz.Includes black soft-grip over-mold fi nger holes

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Overall – 4-1/4 in. with serrated bladesWeight – 0.8 oz.Includes black soft-grip over-mold fi nger holes

Folding & Adjustable Fillets. For the ultimate in versatility, choose our 7-Step Fillet Knife, which adjusts from 5 1/2 to 9 inches. Its injection-molded handle is contoured for a secure grip, even in slippery conditions. And for compact fi lleting, select the 6-inch Folding Fillet Knife with its folding spoon.

Fishing Scissors. Every angler needs a great pair of scissors in the tackle box, too. Compact and durable, Skeeter scissors are designed to cut through a wide variety of materials with ease. An extra fi ne point provides for precise trimming. The comfortable fi nger loops provide precise control during use. Choose serrated (ideal for cutting very coarse fi shing line) or non-serrated blades.

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Kershaw uses a CNC-controlled milling machine to create 3-D surface texture on knife handles.

CNC MACHINING ADDSDIMENSION TO KERSHAWBLADES & HANDLESTake a look at the blade of one of Kershaw’s distinctive Grooves or new Zings and you’ll see a deep grooving on the blade. Examine the titanium handles of our new Volt and you’ll see—and feel—a grip-enhancing, three-dimensional surface texture.

How do we do that? Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) machining.

CNC machines can be programmed to execute a precise series of machining operations. In our case, these machining operations result in the production of some of the complex components of a Kershaw knife.

Kershaw was one of the pioneers in mainstreaming the production of 3-D machined

knives. We chose to use CNC machines because they give us the fl exibility to create the complex part geometries that some of our knife designs require. CNC also gives us the ability to create just a few pieces for limited-run products or thousands of pieces for knives we produce in higher quantities.

A variety of different types of machines can be CNC-controlled—from milling machines to lasers. We might use a high-powered CNC-controlled laser to cut through some of the advanced steels we use to make a Kershaw blade. We frequently use a CNC-controlled milling machine to cut complex and decorative 3-D surface textures into the handles of specifi c Kershaw models.

As we look to the future, you can look to Kershaw to continue to use the most advanced technologies and techniques—along with the fi nest materials—to bring you knives you’ll be proud to own.

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CAMO BLACK HORSE II (MODEL 1060ART)

Steel – 8CR13MoV stainless-steelHandle – Co-polymer with RealTree®

Hardwoods HD patternLock – Lock BackBlade – 3-3/4 in. non-lockingClosed – 4-7/8 in.Weight – 4.6 oz.Includes nylon sheath with RealTree®

Hardwoods HD pattern

CAMO ECHO (MODEL 1070C)

Steel – 8CR13MoV stainless-steel with full-tang constructionHandle – Injection-molded reinforced ny-lon with RealTree® Hardwoods HD patternBlade – 4 in.Overall – 8-5/8 in.Weight – 4.8 oz.Includes laminated leather sheath with RealTree® Hardwoods HD pattern

CAMO WHIRLWIND (MODEL 1560RMEF)

Steel – Sandvik 14C28N stainless-steelHandle – Injection-molded Polyimide®

Hardwoods HD patternLock – Locking LinerBlade – 3-1/4 in. non-lockingClosed – 4-1/2 in.Weight – 3.5 oz.Includes pocket clip

CAMO SCALLION (MODEL 1620C)

Steel – 420HC stainless-steelHandle – 6061-T6 anodized aluminum with RealTree® Hardwoods HD patternLock – Locking LinerBlade – 2-1/4 in. non-lockingClosed – 3-1/2 in.Weight – 2.3 oz.Includes pocket clip

Our popular Whirlwind, Black Horse II, Scallion, and Echo have put on their hunting gear—camoufl age handles of genuine RealTree® Hardwoods HD.

Camo Black Horse II. Its clip-point blade confi guration tackles a variety of tasks and is ideal for cutting in close quarters. The durable, co-polymer handle design makes repetitive tasks—such as skinning—easier and less fatiguing.

Camo Echo. The Echo’s recurve blade shape means using the knife is less fatiguing—even for long periods of time. The handle is drilled to accept a lanyard and the Echo comes with its own camoufl aged laminated-leather sheath.

Camo Whirlwind. For a larger knife that’s fully equipped with SpeedSafe®, choose the Camo Whirlwind. Contoured and camoufl aged polyimide handle provides an extremely secure grip. Stainless-steel locking liners maintain the

blade in a safe and secure position as well as enhancing the overall handle strength.

Camo Scallion. It’s the ideal knife for general around-the-campsite chores. It offers high-performance styling plus the convenience of the SpeedSafe® assisted opening system. A Safety Tip Lock keeps the blade secured until you release it.

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ANTELOPE HUNTER II (MODEL 1028)

Steel – 8CR13MoV stainless-steelHandle – Injection-molded co-polymerBlade – 3-5/8 in.Overall – 8 in.Weight – 3.6 oz.Includes harness-leather sheath

BEAR HUNTER II (MODEL 1029)

Steel – 8CR13MoV stainless-steelHandle – Injection-molded co-polymerBlade – 4-1/2 in.Overall – 9-1/2 in.Weight – 5.3 oz.Includes harness-leather sheath

ANTELOPE HUNTER II (MODEL 1028OR)

Steel – 8CR13MoV stainless-steelHandle – Injection-molded co-polymerBlade – 3-5/8 in.Overall – 8 in.Weight – 3.6 oz.Includes harness-leather sheath

ZIPIT (MODEL 2520X)

Steel – 420J2 stainless-steelFinger Hole – Rubber insertBlade – 1/2 in.Overall – 3-3/4 in.Weight – 1.6 oz.

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Steel – 420J2 stainless-steelFinger Hole – Rubber insertBlade – 1/2 in.Overall – 3-3/4 in.Weight – 1.6 oz.

Whatever your hunting style or taste, Kershaw has a blade that’ll meet your needs. All Kershaw hunting knives and tools are designed for fi eld-tough performance and value.

Antelope Hunter & Bear Hunter.Both fi xed-blade knives feature blades of premium stainless steel designed to hold an edge longer and provide extended use without re-sharpening—even under heavy fi eld use. Both the Antelope Hunter II and Bear Hunter II fi t nicely into their own belt sheaths to protect both blade and gear.

Zipit. You say your favorite hunting knife isn’t equipped with a gut hook? No problem. All you need is the Zipit Gut Hook. This razor-sharp gut hook measures only a few inches in length and weighs 2 ounces. Just hook your index fi nger through the fi nger ring and zip through fi eld-dressing chores.

GREAT VALUES FOR HUNTERS

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ROUGHNECK (MODEL 1010)

Steel – AUS6A stainless-steelHandle – Injection-molded co-polymer with red accentBlade – 6-1/4 in. partially serrated spineOverall – 11-1/8 in.Weight – 6.3 oz.Includes harness-leather sheath

ELK SKINNER II (MODEL 1078GH)

Steel – 8CR13MoV stainless-steelHandle – Double-injection-molded Santoprene®

Blade – 3-3/4 in. with gut-hookOverall – 8-3/4 in.Weight – 4.7 oz.Includes black nylon sheath

NORTHSIDE HUNTER (MODEL 1090)

Steel – 8CR13MoV stainless-steelHandle – Injection-molded Santoprene®

Lock – Mid LockBlade – 4-1/2 in. with gut-hookOverall – 4-7/8 in.Weight – 4.7 oz.Includes black nylon sheath

Fixed Blade. Fixed blade hunters provide rugged reliability and easy cleaning. The Elk Skinner II with gut hook is an excellent choice. It features contoured and textured handles for a secure grip and premium stainless steel for top performance. It also has a steel lanyard loop.

For great performance in a knife that simply does its job well, choose the Roughneck. A full-tang blade and double-injection-molded handle offers extra strength and superior grip in wet conditions—so it’s the ideal tool for fi eld dressing.

Folding Blade. Hunters who prefer folding hunting knives can rely on our rugged and lightweight Northside Hunters. Both the hunting folder and hunting folder with gut hook feature premium stainless-steel blades for toughness and corrosion resistance.

The curved handle design is incredibly comfortable and must be tried to be fully appreciated.

RELIABLE HUNTERS—FIXED AND FOLDING

All fi xed blade hunting knives come complete with carry/storage sheath. Northside folders also include a sheath.

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Steel – 8CR13MoV stainless-steelHandle – Injection-molded Santoprene®

Lock – Mid LockBlade – 4-1/2 in. with gut-hookOverall – 4-7/8 in.Weight – 4.7 oz.Includes black nylon sheath

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KITCHEN PAGE 63The handsome black-and-white stylingis clean and elegant. The cutting performance is designed to rival much more expensive sets. Our 9900 series offers blades of high-quality, high-carbon Japanese stainless steel known for its ability to take and hold a brilliantly sharp edge. The steel is paired with our soft-touch handles. Made of a combination of polypropylene and elastomer, the handles provide a soft-yet-firm grip that reduces hand fatigue and makes cutting comfortable.

9900 SERIES CUTLERY—BEAUTIFUL & PRACTICAL

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HONING STEEL (MODEL 9990)

Steel – 9 in. (22.9cm)

CHEF'S (MODEL 9940)

Blade – 6 in. (15.2cm)

VEGETABLE (MODEL 9910)

Blade – 3-1/4 in. (8.2cm)

BREAD (MODEL 9960)


STEAK (MODEL 9922)

Blade – 4-5/8 in. (11.8cm)

3-KNIFE GIFT SET (MODEL 9920-3)

Includes Paring, Utility and Boning

SLICING (MODEL 9970)


BONING (MODEL 9920)

Blade – 5-1/2 in. (14.0cm)

PARING (MODEL 9900)

Blade – 2-7/8 in. (7.3cm)

CHEF'S (MODEL 9945)


UTILITY (MODEL 9921)

Blade – 4-5/8 in. (11.8cm)

STEAK KNIFE SET (MODEL 9922-7)

Includes 6 Steak knives

SANTOKU (MODEL 9950)


PARING (MODEL 9915)

Blade – 3-3/4 in. (9.5cm)

CUTTING BOARD SET (MODEL CB-3)

Includes Chef's, Paring and Cutting board

BLOCK SET (MODEL 9900-7)

Includes Chef's, Paring, Utility, Slicing, Sharpening Steel, Shears and Bamboo block

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Manufactured to the exacting standards that have become Kershaw’s hallmark, this line of precision-forged cutlery offers classic styling at an exceptional price. Because these knives are made in China—using German steel, German tooling, German machines, and built to Kershaw standards—we are able to offer them at an outstanding value. The high-quality 1.4116 German stainless steel enables us to hone these blades to an extra-sharp 16° angle (each side). Full-tang, riveted construction and POM handles complete this line of fi ne kitchen cutlery.

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CHEF'S (MODEL 9548)

Blade – 8 in. (20.3cm)TOMATO (MODEL 9597)

Blade – 4-1/4 in. (10.8cm)BLOCK SET (MODEL 9500-7)

Includes: Paring, Utility, Tomato, 6" Chef's, Slicing, Honing Steel, Shears, and Bamboo Block

CHEF'S (MODEL 9547)

Blade – 6 in. (15.2cm)UTILITY (MODEL 9589)

Blade – 5-1/2 in. (14.0cm)BIRD'S BEAK (MODEL 9542)

Blade – 2-3/4 in. (7.0cm)

BREAD (MODEL 9581)

Blade – 8 in. (20.3cm)PARING (MODEL 9586)


SLICING (MODEL 9582)

Blade – 8 in. (20.3cm)VEGETABLE (MODEL 9543)

Blade – 3-1/4 in. (8.2cm)

CLASSIC,DROP-FORGED CUTLERY

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Bold, brilliant colors make thePure Komachi 2 series a real eye-catcher. But all that fun-loving color has a serious purpose. The color-coding makes it easy to choose the right knife for the job. It also helps guard against cross-contaminating the food—for instance, by using the knife you’ve just used to cut meat on the vegetables. The color on the blade is food-safe and color-matched to the lightweight, contoured handles. Incredibly sharp and decidedly attention-getting, the Pure Komachi 2 line makes a colorful addition to any kitchen.

BRILLIANT COLOR,SHARP PERFORMANCE

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CHEF'S (MODEL AB5066)

Blade – 8 in. (20.3cm)BREAD (MODEL AB5062)

Blade – 8 in. (20.3cm)TOMATO (MODEL AB2204)

Blade – 4 in. (10.2cm)Includes knife stand

CHEF'S (MODEL AB5038)

Blade – 6-1/2 in. (16.5cm)BAGEL/SANDWICH (MODEL AB5063)

Blade – 5-3/4 in. (14.6cm)KOMACHI II 9 PIECE SET (MODEL ABS0900)

Includes: Paring, Tomato, Citrus, Bagel/Sandwich, Multi Utility, Santoku,8” Chef’s, Bread, and Storage Block

SLICING (MODEL AB5067)

Blade – 9 in. (22.9cm)MULTI UTILITY (MODEL AB5061)

Blade – 6 in. (15.2cm)PARING (MODEL AB5068)

Blade – 3-1/2 in. (8.9cm)Includes knife stand

SANTOKU (MODEL AB5065)

Blade – 6-1/2 in. (16.5cm)FISH (MODEL AB5060)

Blade – 4-3/8 in. (11.1cm)

HG SANTOKU (MODEL AB5064)

Blade – 6-1/2 in. (16.5cm)Hollow Ground

CITRUS (MODEL AB1277)

Blade – 4 in. (10.2cm)Includes knife stand

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CAMP AX (MODEL 1018)

Steel – One-piece, drop forged high-carbon steelHandle – Krayton® over-moldBlade – 3-1/2 in.Overall – 11 in.Weight – 14.5 oz.Includes sheath

FIRE-STARTER (MODEL 1019)

Steel – Shaft – fi resteelStriker – chrome-plated steelHandle – Red molded plasticShaft – 1-3/4 in.Striker – 2-3/4 in.Overall – 3-1/8 in.Weight – 1.1 oz.

OUTCAST (MODEL 1079)

Steel – D2 tool steel with Tefl on® coatingHandle – Double-injection-moldedSantoprene®

Blade – 10 in.Overall – 16 in.Weight – 22.0 oz.Includes Kydex® sheath

FOLDING SAW (MODEL 2550)

Steel – Carbon saw-steelHandle – Injection-molded Santoprene®

Blade – 7 in.Overall – 16 in.Weight – 6.4 oz.

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TASKMASTER SHEARS (MODEL 1120/1120S)

Blade – 3-1/2 in. with one edge serratedOverall – 8-7/8 in.Weight – 5.1 oz.Includes black soft-grip over-mold fi nger holes, bone notch, blade quick-disconnect, bottle opener, nutcracker, jar opener, lid lifter/slot screwdriverModel 1120S includes harness-leather sheath

Camp Ax. Our camp ax is drop-forged in a single piece of steel for reliable durability. Drop forging aligns and stretches the metal’s grain structure for improved strength. For a secure grip, we added a non-slip Krayton® handle and a handy sheath to protect the blade.

Fire Starter. Always strikes a spark, even in damp conditions. A molded plastic handle makes it easy to use and a nylon cord keeps it handy when you need it.

Outcast Bush Knife. Ideal for clearing brush and small chopping tasks. The broad blade is made of D-2 tool steel designed for repetitive chopping and slashing chores. A textured Santoprene® handle ensures a comfortable and secure grip. Includes Kydex® sheath.

Folding Saw. Cuts through bone and wood easily. The blade releases quickly and locks securely with the press of a

button. The Swedish saw steel blade is coated for stain resistance and designed to function on both the push and the pull stroke. When the task is done, the blade folds compactly into a secure-grip Santoprene® handle.

Sportsman’s Shears. In addition to handling a variety of cutting tasks, Kershaw’s multi-purpose Sportsman’s Shears include a nutcracker, a jar opener, bone notch, lid lifter, and screwdriver tips. For easy cleaning, the blades fully separate. Choose them with or without harness-leather sheath.

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CAMP-TOOL TRADER (MODEL 1091CT)

Steel – 420J2 stainless-steel and saw-steelTwo Handles – Co-polymer with red accentCook's Blade – 6 in.Fillet Blade – 6 in.Saw Blade – 6 in.Spatula – 3-5/8 in.Spoon – 3-5/8 in.Fork – 3 in.Cutting Board – 10-3/4 in. x 8 in.Weight – 48.9 oz.Includes hunter-green hinged case with handle

HUNTER'S BLADE TRADER (MODEL 1094HBTX)

Steel – 420J2 stainless-steel and saw-steelHandle – Co-polymer with red accentHunting Blade – 3-1/2 in.Saw Blade – 6 in.Weight – 9.2 oz.Includes black nylon sheath

FISHERMAN'S BLADE TRADER(MODEL 1096FBTX)

Steel – 420J2 stainless-steelHandle – Co-polymer with red accentFillet Blade-A – 7 in.Fillet Blade-B – 9 in. partially serratedWeight – 8.9 oz.Includes black nylon sheath

SPORTSMAN'S BLADE TRADER(MODEL 1095SBTX)

Steel – 420J2 stainless-steel and saw-steelHandle – Co-polymer with red accentHunting Blade – 3-1/2 in.Saw Blade – 6 in.Fillet Blade – 6 in.Weight – 13.1 oz.Includes black nylon sheath

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DELUXE BLADE TRADER (MODEL 1099DBTX)

Steel – 420J2 stainless-steel and saw-steelTwo Handles – Co-polymer with red accentCook's Blade – 6 in.Fillet Blade – 6 in.Saw Blade – 6 in.Carving Blade – 3-5/8 in.Bread Blade – 3-5/8 in.Utility Blade – 3 in.Weight – 48.9 oz.Includes black nylon storage case

ALASKAN BLADE TRADER (MODEL 1098AK)

Steel – AUS6A stainless-steel gut-hook, 420J2 stainless-steel hunting blade and saw bladeHandle – Co-polymer with red accentGut-Hook Blade – 6 in.Hunting Blade – 3-1/2 in.Saw Blade – 6 in.Weight – 11.6 oz.Includes harness-leather sheath

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More tools in less space. That’s the beauty of the Blade Trader concept. Kershaw’s Blade Trader technology provides the convenience of multiple, interchangeable blades and tools, but with a single handle. There’s no need to carry the whole tool, when it’s just the business end you want.

With the Blade Trader’s exclusive Quik-Lock mechanism, you can quickly, easily, and safely trade blades and tools—in seconds. The quality steel used to make each blade or tool is matched to its specifi c application. And like the premium-quality blades themselves, each Blade Trader handle is engineered with attention to function and form. Even after years of constant use, the patented Quik-Lock mechanism will securely hold each blade or tool in place. To make the job more comfortable, the non-slip Blade Trader handle is designed to reduce hand fatigue. All Blade Traders also include a handy storage system.

THE ORIGINAL BLADE TRADERS

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AUTO-TEK SHARPENER (MODEL 2530X)

Steel – 600-grit diamond impregnated steelHandle – Double-injection-molded SantopreneShaft – 3-1/8 in.Overall – 8 in.Weight – 3.4 oz.

ULTRA-TEK SHARPENER (MODEL 2535)

Steel – 600-grit diamond coated oval shaft Handle – Double-injection-molded SantopreneShaft – 3-3/4 in.Overall – 9-1/2 in.Weight – 2.0 oz.

KNIFE STORAGE BAG (MODEL Z997)

Double zipper case comes with 18 padded knife pockets and carry straps. Includes an 8 pocket removable center section. Ideal for carrying multiple knives

KEY CHAIN T-TOOL (MODEL TTOOL)

Handle – Tefl on coated aluminumOverall – 4 in.Weight – 0.7 oz.Includes #1 phillips, T-6 & T-8

Compact Knife Sharpeners. Our newest sharpener is the Auto-Tek. Your 600-grit diamond sharpening steel instantly deploys, ready to put a perfect edge on any knife. Inspired by the quick action of a switchblade, a simple push up on the button automatically releases the steel from the handle, while a pull back automatically retracts it. The glass-fi lled nylon handle has soft-touch over-molding for a secure grip.

Another option for keeping your Kershaw sharp is the Ultra-Tek Sharpener. The Ultra-Tek is crafted of lightweight aluminum and coated with fi ne, 600-grit diamond chips. Just a few swipes across the knife blade and your blade can be quickly and easily re-sharpened.

TTool. The TTool is great for changing the position of your pocket clip or occasionally tightening up your knife. It includes a section of Torx® bits, T6 and T8, plus a Phillips head driver, all stored

in the handle. The tip is magnetized, which makes it easier to hold onto those small parts. Includes a removable key chain ring.

Storage Bag. Protect your investment in Kershaw with this sturdy, padded case. There’s room for up to 18 knives.

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COUNTER DISPLAY (MODEL DISPLAYPOPSS)

• Displays a non-sharpened model 1550 Blackout with blinking red LED light and tether• Includes double-stick tape bottomOverall – 6 in. W x 4-1/4 in. D x 2-1/2 in. H

COUNTER DISPLAY (MODEL DISPLAYSK1)

• Displays a single knife (knives not included)

Overall – 4-3/8 in. W x 3-1/4 in. D x 2-1/2 in. H

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COUNTER DISPLAY (MODEL DISPLAYPOPSS2)

• Displays a non-sharpened model 1560 Whirlwind with blinking red LED light and tether• Includes double-stick tape bottomOverall – 6 in. W x 4-1/4 in. D x 2-1/2 in. H

COUNTER DISPLAY (MODEL DISPLAYSE3)

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• Displays a non-sharpened model 1004 Carabiner with tether and mountain scene• Includes double-stick tape bottomOverall – 6 in. W x 4-1/4 in. D x 7-1/2 in. H

COUNTER DISPLAY (MODEL DISPLAYWK3)

• Displays three medium to large knives(knives not included)


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• Unit locks to secure inventoryBottom – 17-1/4 in. W x 19-1/2 in. D x35 in. HWeight – Top 63 lbs.

P.O.P. DISPLAY (MODEL DISPLAYK1)

• Locking case rests on counter top, mounts on slat or peg board• Magnetic and plastic clip systems to securely display knives• Unit locks to secure inventoryCase – 18 in. W x 20 in. D x 6 in. HWeight – Top 15.5 lbs.

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POP-UP DISPLAY (MODEL BANNERKERSHAW)

• Shows outdoor scene; ideal for outdoor and sporting goods sellers• Ready to display quickly and easily, just extend support and pull up bannerOverall – 23-1/2 in. x 82 in.

POP-UP DISPLAY (MODEL BANNERCOMPOSITE)

• Shows collection of Kershaw composite blades; promotes Kershaw’s industry- leading technology• Ready to display quickly and easily, just extend support and pull up bannerOverall – 23-1/2 in. x 82 in.

POP-UP DISPLAY (MODEL BANNERFLIPPER)

• Shows engineering drawings and examples of Kershaw’s Flipper opening technology• Ready to display quickly and easily, just extend support and pull up bannerOverall – 23-1/2 in. x 82 in.

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• Three sided display case mounts on top of storage unit or sets on store counter (knives not included)

• Magnetic and plastic clip systems to securely display knives• Unit locks to secure inventoryDimensions – Top – 23-1/4 in. W x 25 in. D x 21-1/2 in. HWeight – Top 49 lbs.

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• Displays a non-sharpened model 1660 Leek with blinking red LED light and tether• Includes double-stick tape bottomOverall – 6 in. W x 4-1/4 in. D x 2-1/2 in. H

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P.O.P. DISPLAY (MODEL DISPLAYK2)

• Two sided display case mounts on top of storage unit (Model M3 BOTTOM) or sets on store counter (knives not included)

• Magnetic and plastic clip systems to securely display knives• Unit locks to secure inventorySide 1 – 18 in. W x 20 in. D x 6 in. HSide 2 – 18 in. W x 20 in. D x 6 in. HWeight – Top 15.5 lbs.

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DISPLAY BANNER (MODEL SMBANNER)

Overall – 24 in. x 48 in.

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DISPLAY SHELF (MODEL D-SHELF)

• Using the suction cups, the shelf mounts on the under side of the glass top of a store display counter (knives not included)The Kershaw Removable Display Case Shelf is covered by issued and pending patents, including the following patent: D392,131.

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COUNTER DISPLAY(MODEL DISPLAYPOPSS1600)

• Displays a non-sharpened model 1600 Chive with blinking red LED light and secure tether• Includes double-stick tape bottomOverall – 6 in. W x 4-1/4 in. D x 2-1/2 in. H

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• Displays a non-sharpened model 1620 Scallion with blinking red LED light and tether• Includes double-stick tape bottomOverall – 6 in. W x 4-1/4 in. D x 2-1/2 in. H

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420 Modified: highly stain and wear

resistant, but more ductile; excellent for

use where “flex” is desirable, for example,

fish fillet knives.

440C: with heat treatment, attains

excellent strength, hardness, and wear

resistance.

440A & B: almost identical to 440C,

but with slightly lower carbon content,

so hardness is reduced, but corrosion

resistance is enhanced.

AUS6A: high-quality Japanese stainless

steel; provides good wear resistance,

toughness, and the ability to take an edge.

AUS8A: with slightly more carbon than

AUS6A, it offers strength, hardness, and

wear resistance.

AUS-10: high-end Japanese steel that

takes an edge well, while providing

strength, hardness, and wear resistance.

8CR13MoV: top-of-the-line Chinese steel,

heat treated by Kershaw to bring out its

high-performance characteristics—the

ability to take and hold an edge, strength,

and hardness.

ATS-34: high-performance steel that

STEEL TYPE & KNIFE PERFORMANCE

STEEL CHART

Steel is an alloy of iron and carbon. Most

steel also has additional elements alloyed

in it to enhance specifi c characteristics. For

example, stainless steels contain chromium

to enhance stain resistance. Nickel adds

strength and toughness. Here’s a quick guide

to the various elements that can be added to

blade steel and the properties they enhance:

Carbon: improves strength, hardness, wear

resistance, and hardenability; can reduce

ductibility and toughness.

Chromium: improves toughness,

hardenability, wear and corrosion resistance;

promotes hardness during heat treatment.

Cobalt: at elevated temperatures, improves

strength and hardness.

Manganese: improves toughness in high-

strength, low-alloy steels.

Molybdenum: improves hardenability,

wear resistance, toughness, helps during

tempering to ensure steel does not

become brittle.

Nickel: improves strength, toughness,

corrosion resistance, and hardenability.

Nitrogen: improves strength and hardness;

decreases toughness and ductibility.

Phosphorus: improves strength,

hardenability, and corrosion resistance, but

reduces toughness.

Silicon: improves strength, hardness, corrosion

resistance, and electrical conductivity.

Sulphur: improves machinability with

manganese, lowers impact strength

and ductibility.

Vanadium: improves strength, toughness,

abrasion resistance at elevated

temperatures; controls grain growth during

heat treatment.

What’s the best steel? There’s no such

thing as one “best” type of steel for every

type of knife. Instead, think in terms of

the best steel for a particular application.

Kershaw manufactures its knives from a

variety of high-performance steels so we

can match the steel’s characteristics to

the end-use of the knife. Here are some of

the characteristics of the key steels that

Kershaw uses:

D2: “semi-stainless” tool steel known for

excellent wear resistance and good toughness.

420: very stain resistant and tough, but

somewhat “softer;” Kershaw uses this steel

in handle liners rather than blades.

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GLOSSARYAbility to take an edge—some steels just

take a sharper edge than others. Fine-grained

steels take an edge more easily than coarse-

grained ones.

Alloy—a mixture of two or more metals in

solution; the atoms of one replace or occupy

spaces between the atoms of the other so

that the materials are inextricably joined.

Ambidextrous—able to use both left and

right hands with equal ease. In relation to

knives, it means that the knife if usable by

both left and right-handers with equal ease.

Belly—the deeply convex-curved part of

the blade, often found in skinning knives and

multi-tasking knives.

Bolster—the junction between the handle

and the knife blade. A thick bolster can serve

as a safety feature; it also contributes to

knife balance.

Carbide—a hard material made of

compacted carbon and heavy metals used to

make metal-cutting tools. Kershaw uses a

carbide tip as a glass-breaker in some of our

rescue tools.

Carbon fi ber—a strong, lightweight

weave of bonded carbon atoms. Kershaw

occasionally uses it in handle scales; a

premium material.

Choil—the start of the cutting edge.

The choil is unsharpened and can be

decoratively shaped.

Clip-point blade—a blade shape in which

the blade is clipped off at a straight or slightly

curved concave angle to the point. Provides a

thin, aggressive point, yet sheaths easily.

Corrosion resistance—the ability of steel

to resist deterioration through reaction with

elements in its environment.

DLC Coating—Diamond-Like Carbon

coating; a coating that displays properties

similar to those of natural diamond,

including hardness, wear resistance, and

reduced friction. Kershaw uses it to enhance

the performance of knife blades and produce

an attractive fi nish.

Drop forging—a process by which a knife

blade is made by forcing hot steel into a

metal die.

Drop-point blade—a very common blade

style providing a strong, convenient point

and easy sheathing; very common in hunting

blades and work knives.

Edge retention—the ability of a steel to

resist abrasion and wear so that the edge

stays sharper longer.

Ergonomics—the design science of

making products comfortable and effi cient

for human use.

Fine blanking—manufacturing process that

uses high-precision tools to fabricate a knife

blade (or other part) to a shape very near to

its fi nal dimensions. Fine-blanked blades need

little grinding or re-shaping.

Flipper—Unlike SpeedSafe®, there is no

torsion bar. Instead, Flipper opening is kinetic.

Apply fi nger pressure to the Flipper and the

knife opens quickly and easily. Kershaw’s silky

operation and precision fi t and fi nish enable

our Flipper knives to open with ease, even

without a mechanical assist.

Full tang knife—a knife which is built of

one solid piece of blade steel from tip to

butt; scales are usually attached to form

the handle.

G-10—an epoxy-fi lled woven glass fi ber; it is

extremely stable, unaffected by temperature

changes, and can be decoratively tinted,

ground, and polished. G-10 makes excellent

handles and handle scales for knives.

Hardenability—the ability of a steel to be

hardened by heat treatment.

Hardness—like strength, hardness is a

measure of resistance to deformation. The

Rockwell Hardness Scale numbers that you

often see in our specs refer to the relative

hardness of metals determined by the depth

of penetration into the metal by a steel ball or

diamond cone.

Hawk Lock®—patent-pending locking

system that provides incredible security

and simplicity of operation. Once the knife’s

blade is opened, the Hawk-Lock® moves into

place and locks the blade into position. The

blade cannot accidentally fold back into the

handle. To close the knife, the user must pull

the slider back toward the butt of the knife

to release the blade, and then fold the blade

back into the handle.

holds an edge extremely well; fairly tough,

moderately stain resistant.

154CM: almost identical with ATS-34; heat treatment will affect the characteristics of both these steels enormously; Kershaw’s technical expertise brings out the best in these steels.

VG-10: added vanadium makes this steel take and hold an incredible edge; a tough, stain-resistant steel.

ZDP189: premium Japanese powdered steel with incredible hardness and edge-holding ability.

CPM S30V: an all-around premium knife steel that takes and holds an edge extremely well; also extremely tough and wear resistant.

CPM S60V: high-performance steel that offers excellent edge retention, good toughness and stain resistance, and good wear resistance.

CPM S90V: offers incredible wear resistance, excellent toughness and stain resistance; can be difficult to sharpen.

CPM S110V: a tool steel that provides exceptionally good wear and corrosion resistance, plus toughness and hardness.

CPM 3V: a very tough steel with excellent wear resistance and good stain resistance; when it does stain, it may pit rather than surface rust.

Sandvik 13C26: with heat treatment, this high-carbon, chromium steel offers high hardness, good corrosion resistance, and high wear resistance.

Sandvik 14C28N: the overall highest performing knife steel in the world that still maintains the productivity benefit of being fine-blankable. It is exclusive to Kershaw and developed in a partnership between Sandvik and Kershaw. It offers excellent corrosion resistance and hardenability.

ELMAX®: a high chromium-vanadium molybdenum alloyed steel that combines high wear resistance with corrosion resistance; also offers high strength, and hardenability.

BöHLER M390 MICROCLEAN®: a high-performance, corrosion-resistant, martensitic, chromium steel designed for high-precision applications; also offers toughness, wear resistance, and hardenability.


Heat treatment—a controlled heating and

cooling process designed to improve the physical

properties and characteristics of the steel.

Tempering, annealing, and quenching are all

forms of heat treatment.

Impact resistance—the ability of a material to

resist cracking or breaking due to sudden impact.

Inclusions—non-metallic particles that can

either form naturally during the steel-making

process or can accidentally get into steel.

These inclusions can affect the steel’s quality;

the fewer the inclusions, the cleaner and higher

quality the steel.

Lanyard hole—a hole in the butt end of the

knife to enable to user to attach a cord or lanyard.

Left/right-hand carry pocketclip—the knife

handles on some models are drilled for both left

and right hand clip carry allowing the clip to be

mounted on either side of the handle and thus

ideal for both left- and right-handed knife users.

Lockback—a pivoted latch connected to a

spring and positioned on the back of a knife

handle. It locks the blade open. To close the knife,

depress the latch to release the blade.

Locking liner—on a folding knife, the liners

are the fl at plates that support the handle sides,

bolsters, spine, and blade pivot. In a locking liner,

as the blade is opened, one of the liners moves

behind the blade to hold it in the open position.

This prevents the knife from accidentally closing.

To close the knife, the locking liner must be

pushed to the side and the blade folded back into

the handle.

POM—Polyoxymethylene-Delrin® (POM) is a

rigid, high-strength engineering plastic. It is often

used in food applications as it offers extremely

low moisture absorption, high-impact resistance,

and is very easy to clean.

Recurve blade—a blade with a concave

curve off the choil that fl ows into a deep belly. A

recurve blade is built for multi-tasking, offering

minimal mass, and maximum performance. It

provides leverage for tough cutting tasks and a

precisely centered point for piercing.

Rockwell Hardness Scale—a measurement

of the hardness of a material based on the depth

of penetration of a diamond cone pressed into

the material at a constant pressure.

Safety Tip-Lock—a small slider that locks

the tip of the blade in the handle until the user

releases it. It is available on a number of our

SpeedSafe® models.

Serration—a serrated blade puts many small

sharp points in contact with the material being

cut. Because there is less surface area in contact

with the material than with a standard smooth

blade, each point has greater applied force

behind it. Points of contact are generally at a

sharper angle to the material being cut as well.

Serrations are useful for sawing through cutting

tough materials such as rope, webbing, canvas,

or fi brous plants.

Scalloped Serration—is an even pattern of

“half-moons” cut into the edge of the blade.

Kershaw’s two-step serration—has one

large and two smaller serrations, which

provides additional cutting power, but must be

used in combination with a very hard steel to

maintain the cutting points.

Many styles of Kershaw knives are available

with partial serration. Just the back portion

of the blade is serrated. This offers the best

of both worlds—a smooth edge for clean,

precision cuts and a toothed edge for sawing

through tougher materials.

Scales—the pieces of material that are fi tted

to the tang of a full-tang knife or to the liners

of a folding knife. There are a wide variety of

handle materials available from natural, such as

wood and bone, to manmade, such as G-10.

Sheepsfoot/Warnecliffe blade—a blade

with a fairly straight cutting edge with the

spine rounded down to meet the point. It is

a very strong design for bearing down on a

cutting chore.

Spearpoint blade—a blade that is

sharpened on both top and bottom, generally

used as weapons.

SpeedSafe®—Kershaw’s patented manual

assisted-opening system; the user starts the

blade out of the handle, then the SpeedSafe®

torsion bar takes over to fully open the knife.

Stain resistance—the “stainless” in stainless

steel; this is its ability to withstand rust.

Strength—is the ability to take a load without

permanently deforming. When it comes to steel,

strength is directly related to hardness. The

harder the steel, the stronger it is.

Tanto/modifi ed tanto blade—a blade with

two edges, the bottom cutting edge and a

shorter edge angled from the point. Good for

punching and multi-purpose use. Knifemakers

modify the tanto blade in numerous ways for

both style and function.

Tempering—slow, steady heating of steel,

followed by a slow cooling phase; this heating

and cooling helps relieve stress in the steel to

strengthen it.

Tensile strength—the ability of a steel to

resist breakage by stretching.

Tip-up/Tip-down carry—this refers to the

position in which a folding pocketknife is carried

when clipped to the pocket: with the closed

tip pointing up or down. Many Kershaw knives

offer the ability to reverse the clip for either

method of carry.

Titanium—a lightweight, corrosion-resistant

metal with high tensile strength. Often used

as handle materials, for liners, or as a blade

coating, where it enhances performance.

Toughness—the ability of the steel to

withstand shock loading without damage;

the opposite of brittleness. In a blade, higher

toughness means less chipping or cracking.

Toughness can be lost in very hard steel,

although heat treatment can be used to improve

toughness in a hard steel.

Wear resistance—the ability of the steel to

withstand abrasion.

LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTYKershaw products are guaranteed for the lifetime of the original owner to be free of defects when received from the factory. Any product we fi nd to be defective in its original material, construction, or workmanship will be repaired or replaced with the same item or one of equal value at no charge. (Of course, normal wear, abuse such as prying with the knife, or neglect are excluded from this non-transferable warranty.) For warranty service, please return product via UPS or insured mail. Include your name, address, telephone number, proof of purchase (sales slip), and a short explanation of the warranty service requested to the address below.

LIABILITY DISCLAIMERKershaw Knives are intended and sold for legitimate sporting purposes only. The purchase, use, and ownership of knives are subject to a wide variety of local laws and regulations. Certain knife styles, blade designs, and blade lengths are not allowed in specifi c areas. In light of recent events involving national security, knives may not be permitted in government buildings or on government property (such as court houses, federal offi ces, national monuments, and airports), and government offi cials may take the position that knives are weapons under applicable laws. Due to the complexity and constantly changing nature of these laws and regulations, it is impossible for Kershaw Knives, to be aware of every restriction in every location in which our knives may be sold or carried. It is the responsibility of the buyer to investigate and comply with the laws and regulations that apply in his or her specifi c area. You, and not Kershaw Knives, are solely responsible for any claims resulting from violation of these laws and/or regulations. We reserve the right to change specifi cations or materials at any time without notice.


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