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Kershaw Leek Carbon Fiber Folding Knife
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Kershaw Leek Carbon Fiber Folding Knife
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Ken Onion developed the SpeedSafe assisted-opening mechanism, and its application on the Leek has made this folder a staple in the EDC community. The Leek’s drop-point blade shape and slim, tapered profile allow it to excel in both slicing and detail work Read More
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Dec 25, 2018
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This Leek is a great little knife. I love the carbon fiber scales, especially because they’re on both sides (not just one like that very expensive Idaho-made knife). The lockup is solid. The edge is very sharp out of the box. I’m very impressed with the quality at this price. I would definitely recommend the Leek, and I’ll be on the lookout for more Kershaw knives.
dgt5
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Oct 31, 2018
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Great knife at a great price. The carbon fiber scales are really nice and lightweight but a little bit thicker than the standard Leek. CPM-154 is my favorite steel for price/performance ratio. Perfect size for every day carry. I was already a big fan of my original Leek in blackwash but really enjoying the upgraded scales and steel. These knives really are a great value. American made is a big selling point for me, too.
stoutdog
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Oct 30, 2018
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I liked almost everything about this version of the Leek and it is my first one. The carbon fiber is nice looking and thick but, not too thick. This is a slim knife and being a Kershaw, it’s solidly built and made here in the USA. The U.S. CPM-154 steel is superior to the normal leek blade steel. I have a couple of AO knives and was leery about them opening inadvertently. This one is much better executed than the those two. The AO load up tension as you close the blade requires much less pressure and I might try carrying it with the lock off. Something I would be hesitant to do with it being a AO knife. The flipper tab is much smaller because of the AO spring, so it isn’t a pocket pecker like my Skyline's and some of my other flippers. The grip is comfortable and I like the sheepsfoot blade profile. I like it and am glad I ordered it.
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I've been carrying it with the lock off with no issues. Today I had a situation it was perfect for. I was outside wearing gloves and needed to open some boxes and cut some restraints. The only downside so far is the blade centering have shifted to the right.
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Recommends this product? Yes
DukeJockey
81
Nov 29, 2018
stoutdogI have found that frame and liner locks can push the blade off center as the pivot loosens. Check how tight it is. There's really no other reason for the centering to shift so early in the knife's lifetime (except for damage, which I assume is not the case).
stoutdog
305
Dec 3, 2018
DukeJockeyThanks Bro! That's exactly the issue. When I inserted my Torx bit, the pivot screw spun freely both directions. Looking at it, it didn't even appear loose. I cinched it down and the blade is back centered. I'm going to have to use some thread lock to keep it in place.
Hoodwink79
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Jan 9, 2019
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This is a great knife. My EDC. Only complaint is the "safety" is a little stupid but that's likely just because of how I carry it.
Just know that if you're Canadian, the CBSA have a personal vendetta against the leek and may try to seize it.
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Splenge
3
Dec 1, 2018
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I was disappointed. The tip-up clip-screw inserts were missing so I had to contact Kershaw directly. They did send me the the inserts but with no instructions about how to fit them. When I asked about this I was told they didn't know and that I should look on YouTube..!!!
Not a happy customer at all.
groberts12
2
Dec 11, 2018
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I bought this knife because it had carbon fiber handles and CPM154 steel. I have other Leek's and they are all nice little knives. The only dislike on this Leek is the tiny little blade lock integrated into the handle on the tip end of the closed knife. Sometimes when retrieving I inadvertently close the lock and the blade will not deploy, mostly user error but other Leeks I have don't have this lock. Otherwise it looks good, nice steel and fits nicely in the pocket.
Carstoph
6
Feb 13, 2019
groberts12You can tighten that safety in the open position and it won't cause any trouble for you anymore.
DoubleR
27
May 19, 2019
groberts12Like Carstoph alluded to, a T6 will stop that lock from accidentally closing. I was also curious which Leeks don’t have that lock: all 6 of mine have it.
RandomUser1234
2
Nov 30, 2018
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I love these knives I general. Kershaw makes a great product, and this is not the first leek I’ve had. But the whole reason I bought this version was for the carbon fiber scales and the black pocket clip. Upon trying to move to a tip-up carry, the screws became completely stripped despite having the correct tools. I have no idea how to resolve this issue since I bought online and technically the knife works as intended.
PHDG
114
Nov 19, 2018
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This is a great example of the Leek with the upgraded steel and carbon fiber scales. Only negative for me was that it came with the clip mounted tip down and without any bushings in the scales to move it to tip up. As a result, I had to disassemble the knife, punch out the bushings, insert them in the other end and reassemble. Not difficult, but something that shouldn't be necessary and an indication of poor quality control. I see am not alone in getting one this way.
Melted
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Oct 30, 2018
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I love these knives. They are perfect for EDC. I use mine daily. This one is my third leek and with one exception it’s everything I have come to expect from Kershaw knives. The one I got isn’t set up for tip up carry. I have holes for it but nothing for the screws to mount to. I’m not sure if this a mistake for if it just not an option with the carbon fiber.
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