Reddit reviews Kershaw Leek Pocket Knife, 3 Inch Composite Blade 1660CB
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Folding 3” drop-point Composite Blade with a D2 steel edge and Sandvik 14C28N spine with sleek bead-blasted finishThe matching 410 stainless steel handle is equipped with Speed Safe assisted opening, liner lock, Tip-lock, reversible pocket clip and pre-drilled lanyard holeSlim profile and non-reflective, matte appearance allows more discreet carry in pockets, bags, packs, purses, jackets, on belts or around the neck on a lanyardMade in the USA by Kershaw’s expert engineers, and backed by a limited lifetimeBlade Length: 3 Inches, Total knife length: 7 inches.
I'm asking for a new Kershaw Leek. Nothing is wrong with the one I have now, I just want to upgrade the blade and get the stainless model.
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Hey /r/knives, I got my CRKT Triumph from the sellout.woot sale a few days ago and I've gotten to do the initial unboxing and "tee hee, knives" play period. Here's a full Imgur album with all the pics (I'll reference a few of them in line). CRKT's Triumph Page.
First impression: It's freaking huge! I lined it up with some of my larger knives here. From top to bottom these are:
Second thing I noticed was that the assisted open was really aggressive. When you flip the blade open you can actually hear the spring(s?) twanging inside after the blade is fully deployed. There was actually a brief second of worry about if the blade was going to go flying off/out of the handle. However if you're the type who likes everyone in the room to know that you just opened up your knife, this is a good choice. The "SNIKT" is pretty loud.
Other things - the G10 scales were in a weave pattern which you can see here. This was probably one of the "grippier" feeling G10's I own. In fact the weave pattern made it feel like the scales were rubbing off and leaving dust on your hands - it wasn't, but it felt like touching fine grit sandpaper. I haven't done any hard work with the Triumph, but I get the feeling that this handle might actually get a little uncomfortable with bare hands and heavy usage.
The lock system is one I'm not a huge fan of. In the picture above you can see a little red circle just behind the blade. You have to pull that small lever back before you can depress the lock and close the knife. It makes a one-handed closure difficult (not impossible, just unwieldy).
Thickness - it's on the same level as the Vallotton, so a bit too large for me to consider a comfortable EDC, but others may like those larger knives.
All-in-all I like the knife as a part of my collection. If you bought it on Woot, the price was around $45 (MSRP: ~$80-90), and for that price, I consider it a good buy.
Not many folders have a differential heat treatment. Mcusta might be the way to go for that price. For right about $450 you can check out https://www.lamnia.com/en/sc/7/knives/folding-knives?sgid=7&mid=671 It's the only thing I can think of that has that look.
Mcusta is kinda crap on the build quality and ergonomics. I think they're a little cheap for the price.
While none of these are true Hamon's in that it's actually differential heat treatment, this one has the look and is actually 2 types of steel welded together. Cooler in my opinion. And affordable and quality. https://www.amazon.com/Kershaw-Composite-1660CB-Reversible-Pocketclip/dp/B0017KN4MS
I have the combination blade that’s CPM-D2 cutting edge and the sandvik spine. I found it on amazon here if you’re looking Kershaw Leek, Composite Blade (1660CB) 3” Sandvik 14C28N/D2 Composite Blade with 410 Stainless Steel Handle, Features SpeedSafe Assisted Opening with Flipper, Frame Lock, Reversible Pocketclip; 3.1 OZ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0017KN4MS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_H93YAb2NFSH8Y
Take a look at the Leek with the combo sandvik/d2 blade. I have one and it is one of those knives that you just wanna fondle. If you pick one up, do yourself a favor and force a patina on the blade with some lemon juice or something - it really makes the two different steels contrast beautifully.
You've said small EDC knife with a wharncliffe blade - you've said the Leek.
Might get it in the composite blade version if you'd like a better steel (it's on sale now).
Kershaw Leek Composite http://www.amazon.com/Kershaw-Sandvik-Stainless-Steel-Composite-two-tone/dp/B0017KN4MS/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1335021631&sr=8-1-fkmr0
what I carry for a gentlemanly knife
Well, it's not made in the USA, but this knife from Kizer is a pretty outstanding value for your budget.
Might not seem like an upgrade, but the Crow 2 and Raven 2 from Spyderco's Byrd line are made from very nice materials.
The next step up in Spyderco would be the Delica.
A good made-in-the-USA model would be the Kershaw Leek.
There are a bunch of good options out there in your price range, so happy hunting!
Still very cool. It reminded me of a folder I've had for a while with a hybrid blade. This. I really want a fixed blade one of a kind though.
Well how about a compromise, better edge retention and you get to keep your leek.
http://www.amazon.com/Kershaw-1660CB-Stainless-Steel-Composite-two-tone/dp/B0017KN4MS/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1409515629&sr=8-12&keywords=kershaw+leek
The axis lock that benchmade uses is easily one hand open, you pull the little silver nubs in the handle to release the blade into a free swing, then release to lock it open. Skip to 5 mins in. But the leek is so different from a lot of knives that your best bet is stick with it, maybe go for a composite leek with better steel if you ever feel the itch for a new knife. That said, your leek is a solid knife snd the sog is good for your beater knife as well. Upgrading is a matter of choice now.
Here are a few knives that I either own or have owned. All are in your price range, some for much less. I have assumed that you are only looking for a folding knife...
http://www.amazon.com/Kershaw-Junk-Composite-Blade-Knife/dp/B001CZDCKM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1320358456&sr=8-1
http://www.amazon.com/Kershaw-Skyline-Knife-Textured-Handle/dp/B001CZBDF8/ref=sr_1_26?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1320364599&sr=1-26
http://www.amazon.com/Kershaw-Sandvik-Stainless-Steel-Composite-two-tone/dp/B0017KN4MS/ref=sr_1_54?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1320364653&sr=1-54
http://www.amazon.com/SOG-Specialty-Knives-Tools-AE-02/dp/B00137HJPS/ref=sr_1_97?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1320364734&sr=1-97
http://www.amazon.com/SOG-Specialty-Knives-Tools-AE-02/dp/B00137HJPS/ref=sr_1_97?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1320364734&sr=1-97
http://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Tenacious-Handle-Folding-C122GPS/dp/B0017L138E/ref=sr_1_105?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1320364768&sr=1-105
http://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Tenacious-Handle-Folding-C122GPS/dp/B0017L138E/ref=sr_1_105?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1320364768&sr=1-105
This is the heavy duty Leek
As long as you're not doing anything crazy, it shouldn't break, but sometimes people want more of a beater knife, and for that, the Leek wouldn't be a good choice.