Kershaw’s Leek series of EDC folding knives is on sale as an Amazon deal of the day, today only, 11/18/19.
There are 13 different Kershaw Leek knife varieties on sale, with 8 of them shown in the image above.
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If you want a detailed look at the Kershaw Leek, check out our review here.
Here’s a summary of why you should buy one:
- Useful blade shape, sharp out of the box
- Very compact and pocketable
- Fast opening (assisted opening)
- Great quality
- Inexpensive
- Modest aesthetics
The Leek was my gateway knife, introducing me to a world of cutting tools beyond multi-tool knives, utility knives, and the two cheap Gerber knives I bought years prior. Kershaw quality was a step up from what I was used to, and my Leek was a pleasure to use.
The stainless steel (silver finish) knife is a good choice, but the anodized aluminum handle versions add a bit of color that you might prefer.
Kershaw makes the Leek knife in the USA.
These days, I prefer flipper and non-assisted opener knives. But, on pocket knives under a certain price point, the assisted opening mechanism makes for a smoother experience. I don’t mind the Leek’s mechanism since it has a small but effective manual lock, ensuring that bumps and jostles won’t open it accidentally in a bag or pack.
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The Kershaw Leek is a fantastic EDC knife that’s compact and slim. If you’re interested in something a little different, we have plenty of knife reviews here.
Price: ~$31 and up
Deal ends at 3am ET 11/19/19, unless supplies sell out sooner
Update: As a reminder, you are responsible for knowing your local knife laws before buying or carrying any pocket knife. Here’s a good resource to start with. Assisted opening knives are sometimes mis-categorized and misinterpreted. When in doubt, full-manual knives are the safer choice.
In case it helps, here’s also some pics and opening video I posted to Instagram today of my (babies) teal-handle Leek:
David
I bought one for myself and others as gifts last year with a similar deal (thank you!) and it immediately became my default knife. This year I’m adding a serrated version for my own use, and buying a couple more as gifts because of how popular they were. They really are a great option at this price point.
Jorn
I just want to second that this is a great knife. Frankly, I don’t think it gets any better than this for the price.
If you’ve never owned one of these you should.
Andy
We should all remember that in some states and municipalities assisted open knives are illegal. It’s a nice inexpensive knife, but don’t get yourself in trouble.
Stuart
Good point, thanks! I added a reference link at the end of the post.
Stephen
I have never been a “knife guy”, but I got one of these for myself last Christmas.
I second all the bullet points listed in this article. It’s a fantastic little knife! I have the silver serrated one in the top row of the picture.
I would definitely buy another Kershaw, but it would be larger and/or with more grip on the handle. The small, smooth handle of the Leek requires you to be extra careful when opening and closing the very sharp blade.
Stuart
If you want something just a little bigger, the Kershaw Dividend is the next step up.
https://14cyiuhvcgv.com/kershaw-dividend-edc-knife-review-usa-made/%3C/a%3E%3C/p%3E
One benefit of the colored-handle Leeks is that they’re anodized aluminum and have a little more tooth than the stainless steel versions.
I open my Leeks with one hand, close with two.
Before my Leek, I was never a knife guy either. =)
MT_Noob
Yep this was my first edc pocket knife purchase, and I was reluctant to spend that much, since I wasn’t sure I’d need/use a pocket knife other than my multi-tool. But after seeing how well made it is and how well it works, it was totally worth it.
Sean
I purchased one of these the last time they were on sale at Amazon. It is by far my most favorite knife that I’ve carried.
RCWARD
Why is it that the black leek knife is more then any other color? Is it a different type of metal?
Stuart
It’s a coating. Black-finish blades (this one is DLC/diamond-like-carbon) typically cost more. The premium is likely because the blades go through added cleaning, coating, and processing steps.
Kershaw says the DLC coating offers “extra hardness, high corrosion resistance, excellent wear resistance, and low friction so particles do not easily attach to the blade.”
Clay
And the coating is solid. A black one has been my EDC for almost 9 years and it has only worn off on the edge of the scales.
DeeEyeWhyyyy
I was gifted the Snap-On version of this knife a few years ago. Its red and has a wrench-shaped pocket clip. One of the sharpest knives I’ve ever owned. The spring assist is fun to play with – an adult fidget spinner! Its still unbelievably sharp after several years of use and carry and one of my go-to knives to this day. Lightweight, ultra sharp, and slim so you barely know its in your pocket.
DeeEyeWhyyyy
Wanted to add – this isn’t a knife you can pry with or beat on, its sharpness is because the blade is super thin and relatively fragile. It’ll be fine cutting through things, but not something I would ever pry with or, say, use as a screwdriver. Not that anyone has ever used their knife for that…. 🙂
Clay
The tip is stronger than you would think, but yeah, I wouldn’t pry with it.
I use the knife on my leatherman for tougher stuff.
GGreene
Despite the fact that this knife does not meet the definition of a switchblade, Amazon won’t ship to MA. Oh, well, I didn’t *really* need another knife.
Charles A Andrews
I got two. Thanks for the heads up Stuart.
Bryan
The carbon fiber one at $48 is a steal. Real carbon fiber and a CPM 154 blade.
Robert Adkins
The blade shape on that Kershaw is the best for everything you do except skinning. Really, my preference is a modified sheepsfoot, but that’s close enough. I absolutely hate serrated blades, but I guess I can see why some like them. I’ll check around. If the steel is good, I think I’ll grab one.