Kershaw Leek Review | KnifeHog

Knifehog&Anne Royall reviews Kershaw&top selling folding knife. Does this high end knife meet high end expectations? Rating: 4 Stars The blade of the Leek has evolved along with Sanvic stainless steel. All of the current Leeks have fourteen C28 end stainless which provides superior rust resistance over earlier models. This is the sharpest production knife made and probably not the best birthday present for little Jimmy. The Leek is ideal as an everyday carry blade and I personally carry one everywhere. It cuts through paper and cardboard like butter, has nice heft in your hand could even be used as a tactical blade in the pinch. The Leek comes in various models but today I review the LC27, which has an olive handle and flat grind. Kershaw offers a number of different handle options in several colors and even stainless steel. The back side of this knife features a tip lock, which can be stocky. Some of you may like this and some of you may not. I however am a fan. This pocket clip is set up for righties only, so if you&a south paw, I would suggest that you avoid looking at this knife. We also need to discuss the Speed Safe Assistance opening system, it is quick. It might be the fastest we&ever seen! The thin blade has thumb studs on each side, which are difficult to maneuver if you have larger hands. Moving those higher on the blade would have been a good move by Kershaw. Leeks range anywhere from $70-$100, making them a mid-tier folder. However, a smart buyer can find...