When I first came across this knife, 3 years ago, scanning Amazon, it’s look was what first drew me in. I liked the blade contours and the handle looked comfortable.
Full disclosure: This is not my daily carry, but it could be. My daily is the Kershaw Link 1776T, another very good product. If anything ever happened to that knife, this one would easily take its place.
It worked nice right out of the box. It didn’t hang up, I didn’t have to oil it, or make any adjustments. Shaving sharp, too.
If I were a knife snob, I probably wouldn’t have given this blade a second look, but I’m not and I’m glad I’m not. I would’ve missed out on an inexpensive, but completely capable knife for my needs. It’s not solid like a hunting knife, but the lock-up and disconnect are solid and smooth. It feels great in-hand.
As far as the carry option, I’ve come to prefer a tip-down carry. Extracting from my pocket puts my index finger directly in line with the flipper, and at a safe angle to open away from me.
I haven’t used it extensively, so I can’t speak to the clip creating a hot spot, but the way it fits in my hand, I can’t see where it would, unless maybe if you were making a lot of feather sticks. Even then I think that’s a stretch.
My experience with the steel, which is the same on my Link, it holds a decent edge, and it’s easy to dress. I don’t allow my knives to get too dull. I stay on top of sharpening.
All in all a five star knife for my purposes.
| Recommended Uses For Product | Hunting, Camping, Hiking |
|---|---|
| Brand | Kershaw |
| Model Name | KS1319 |
| Special Feature | Folding,Lightweight |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Included Components | Knife |
| Handle Material | Glass Reinforced Nylon |
| Color | Black |
| Blade Material | 4Cr14 |
| Style | Pocketknife |
| Blade Length | 3.25 Inches |
| Power Source | Manual |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Item Weight | 4.48 ounces |
| Blade Shape | Tanto Point |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
| Is Cordless? | Yes |
| Item Length | 7.75 Inches |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 4.92 x 1.46 x 1.3 inches |
| Package Weight | 0.15 Kilograms |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 5 x 1.25 x 1 inches |
| Brand Name | Kershaw |
| Warranty Description | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
| Material | Other |
| Suggested Users | Unisex Adult |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Manufacturer | Kershaw Sporting Goods |
| Part Number | 1319 |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| Size | 7.75 inch |
