How log is the blade of this knife? Also, it open with the traditioonal flipper of Kershaw or with abidextrus stud? Thanks.
1172802
Blade is 3.25" long. Opens with flat stud on top of blade. No flipper. No spring. Opening requires a bit of skill.
1172803
The version I have has about a 3.00 to 3.25 inch blade and opens with an ambio thumb plate different from stud but works well. I like a lot.
1172804
Blade is 3 1/4" on mine. Opens with a semi-rectangular "flipper" on the top back of the blade. Which works very well. I also have the Kershaw 1/2 Ton and 3/4 Ton folders which use the traditional ambi stud/pin that tranverses a hole drilled thru the back of the blade. Both work ok, but the Nerve system works better...easier to open. RH, California
1965280
I admit that I had trouble opening it at first, but like I said, you have to wear it down. The eat thing to do is open the blade(s) about 5 times a day for a week or so, by then, it's worn enough to open nicely, at least the big one, the small one will take some time. Can't say much else.
384834
No, but it opens nicely with a flick of the thumb studs, sweet little knife for the price. Nice quality!
1756848
The thumb stud is not too be used as a thumb stud. It is simply a blade lock to prevent the blade from over travel, the blade should be opened using the forefinger lever "flipper" on the back or tang of the knife blade.
324899
Kershaw has so many great knives. First thing to be sure you get is one with the SpeedSafe option. If you can't open it fast, with one hand, it may not help when you need it. Second, get one with in a good size range. I think 3" to 3.5" blade length is a good size. I like the OSO Sweet, Volt and the Brawler, in that order. I think the Blur is a little too big
795374
No, this knife has only the thumb studs & a weighted blade. With some practice, it can be opened with 2 wrist flicks, but it has no easier fast way to open.
2231915
It's large but I carry it daily no problem .It's my favorite EDC knife. I carry it inside the front of my pants, clip goes under the belt, knife at a 45 degree angle inward. Less visible than in a pocket, better access than in back pocket, better resists a knife grab. I had a guy grapple-in and grab the knife from back pocket -luckily he was a friend. I own 3, try one you won't regret it!
1411274
Check out Kershaw speed safe. Its an over center cam. When closed, stays closed. Some pressure on the back of the blade and its assisted open.
512611
I don't remember exactly, it was too small for my taste, I'm more of a right on the boundaries of what's legal to carry in public, blade length wise. But I think it was like 2 or 2 1/2 inches. It just felt like a key chain knife in my hands, so I sent it back. It was even awkward to flip out the blade with the thumb knob there was so little handle to hold on to. Gerber is a really high quality blade company though, there is another pocket knife that looks kinda like that which is also made by Gerber on Amazon that I ended up getting and has a longer blade and handle that I carry everywhere it's a great durable knife. I don't remember exactly, it was too small for my taste, I'm more of a right on the boundaries of what's legal to carry in public, blade length wise. But I think it was like 2 or 2 1/2 inches. It just felt like a key chain knife in my hands, so I sent it back. It was even awkward to flip out the blade with the thumb knob there was so little handle to hold on to. Gerber is a really high quality blade company though, there is another pocket knife that looks kinda like that which is also made by Gerber on Amazon that I ended up getting and has a longer blade and handle that I carry everywhere... » Read More I don't remember exactly, it was too small for my taste, I'm more of a right on the boundaries of what's legal to carry in public, blade length wise. But I think it was like 2 or 2 1/2 inches. It just felt like a key chain knife in my hands, so I sent it back. It was even awkward to flip out the blade with the thumb knob there was so little handle to hold on to. Gerber is a really high quality blade company though, there is another pocket knife that looks kinda like that which is also made by Gerber on Amazon that I ended up getting and has a longer blade and handle that I carry everywhere it's a great durable knife. « Show Less
2272869
Ive had no problems with the TAC force knife and is less expensive its also the right size for me. The assisted open is ok also works fine and hasnt fallen apart. I dont own a kershaw but have checked them out and id rather buy a Gerber if im going to pay money for a real good knife, but i have 3 tac force knives and they all work for me.
793260
This question would be best asked of Kabar.FYIIt is a very nice knife and is exactly as described.
1026049
It should not say anything about opened or closed. It's a fixed blade. It's an exceptional value.
799410
It is a "Wharncliffet" as to designate it to the current "knife lingo". However, an email to Kershaw would probably get the most "correct answer". I just ordered one and I am looking forward to see how it handles as working EDC knife. The Wharncliffe design was used by sailors from the 17th century to handle their everyday work at repairing rope, sails and the general duties upon a sailing ship.
825425
As other said it's not an assisted knife. I honestly don't know how Kershaw sells this knife with the flipper being flat and smooth. I love this knife and carry it every day but couldn't stand how smooth it was. I used a dremmel to create a "grip" on the flipper and i'm much happier with it.
94894
If you hold the blade upside down and release the lock the blade will fall open. That's how mine came right out of the box. Not sure about loosening or tightening the screws and what affect that will have though as I've never tried. In my opinion this knife is great and worth the try, as you can always return it.
1330469
Yes, there is space it's not really a bad knife but the issue I have with it is the lawks system, if it did away with this it would be an exceptional knife. But the lawks system completely locked the knife rendering it a fixed blade. I would seriously consider another crkt product or something else.... Kershaw is not to bad for the price range of these knives.... I guess I was to hard on the m16 but my benchmade, Spyderco, microtech, Kershaw, and other have held up to such abuse.... All in what you want and what you are using it for!
381750
There is a beveled thumb stub on each side of blade base. A MILD push with thumb in opening motion flicks base open QUICKLY. Very sharp. Not particularly heavy. Only minimal drawback is no closed safety lock. Haven't had it accidentally open though.