Kershaw Leek Knife

by Kershaw

Product Description

The Leek Knife by Kershaw. The Leek series includes some of our most popular knives. And no wonder. Kershaw's Leeks offer Ken Onion's distinctive design as well as the SpeedSafe ambidextrous assisted opening system. With SpeedSafe, the user can smoothly and easily deploy the blade with one hand, either left or right. Leeks come in a variety of handle styles, some with technologically advanced coatings for enhanced performance. For example, the bead-blasted stainless steel handle offers strength and beauty. A handle with black Tungsten DLC coating produces a Leek with a non-reflective surface. For lightweight and a one-of-a-kind look, choose our "smoked" double-anodized aluminum finish in two colors. Or choose our new Pink Leek with it's fashionable pink anodized aluminum handle, the Rainbow Leek with its titanium oxide coating that produces a highly scratch resistant, brilliant, rainbow finish. Also new in 2007 is our Random Leek with a modified Tanto blade for cutting power and chromium nitride coating for hardness and corrosion resistance. For ease of carrying, all Leeks include a reversible/removable pocket clip. FEATURES of the Leek Knife by Kershaw SpeedSafe Frame Lock Thumb Stud Pocket Clip SPECIFICATIONS: Steel: 420HC stainless-steel Handle: 410 stainless-steel Blade Length: 3 in. (7.5 cm) Closed Length: 4 in. (10.3 cm) Weight: 3.0 oz.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B002IAOMOK
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #13,923 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)

Customer Reviews

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23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Put a Rainbow in your pocket!, November 18, 2005

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Netizen (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Kershaw Leek Knife (Sports)

An elegant knife which opens easily, but not too vigorously, and locks open. Can be locked shut with 'speed-safe' tab at the heel of the knife. A little better for right-handed use, this knife can reasonably be managed with the left hand as well, though there are knives more completely suited for left-handed use available (Spyderco models, for example).
This knife may be carried blade up or blade down in the pocket by moving the pocket clip.
For a smaller hand (I'm 5'11" with a medium large hand) look at the Rainbow Scallion, with it's scimitar-inspired blade shape for a sleek, elegant alternative to the Rainbow Leek.
The rainbow finish is really a nice touch, complementing the overall elegant appearance of the knife and emphasizing the tasteful line of the knife when open or closed. It will remind you of a hummingbird's wing, or a soap bubble in sunlight. I think you'll enjoy it each time you use it as I do.
The finish is tough, but does show light marks after about eight months of duty. Very light marks, though, but I mention this if you want to keep the knife in perfect condition. You might get a workhorse knife like the Vapor or the Whirlwind II to carry daily, and then carry the Rainbow Leek or Scallion with you when you are casually dressed after work or on weekends.
The knife comes razor-sharp, and can easily be returned to that condition with an inexpensive diamond sharpener. It holds an edge well, but is definitely a knife you won't want to abuse by throwing or prying with it.
I hope this helps you in making your decision. If you decide to invest in this knife, I'm sure you will enjoy owning and using it.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best knife I have ever owned, December 23, 2009

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Belinda Pettitt (VA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Kershaw Leek Knife (Sports)

The lock is easy to use and sturdy.

the knife locks up tight.

It can be opened by your pointer finger on the back of the knife and with the thumb stud.

The color coating is stellar.

The clip is perfect as it doesn't get in your way when holding it and the clip holds the knife firmly.

It is slim and very comfortable to wear. I can wear it doing anything.

I love this knife.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Nice little knife, January 11, 2007

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Mantra6 "Mantra6" (New York, USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Kershaw Leek Knife (Sports)

Maintains a decent edge, the opening/lock/closing mechanism is simple and smooth. The color is as intense as seen in the pic, and pretty resistant to wear. In general, happy with the knife.

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