Kershaw Leek
The Kershaw Leek is one of Kershaw's best-known knives, designed by Ken Onion and made in the USA since 2003. It's a slim SpeedSafe assisted flipper with a 3" blade, a frame lock and a Tip-Lock safety.
The standard Leek has a Sandvik 14C28N blade and a stainless handle, with many colors, BlackWash, serrated and carbon fiber versions.
Kershaw Leek Specs
| Opening | SpeedSafe assisted flipper |
|---|---|
| Lock | Frame lock, Tip-Lock safety |
| Blade length | 3" |
| Overall length | 7" |
| Weight | 3 oz |
| Blade steel | Sandvik 14C28N (standard) |
| Made in | USA |
Specs from Kershaw (KAI USA) product pages. Specs vary by version.
Kershaw Leek FAQ
Is the Leek an automatic?
No. SpeedSafe is assisted opening: you start the blade and a torsion bar finishes it.
Who designed the Leek?
Ken Onion.
Also see: Kershaw Scallion, Kershaw Blur, Kershaw Bel Air, or shop all Kershaw knives.