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Kershaw Leek 1660 Pocketknife – 1660

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The Kershaw Leek 1660 is a USA-made assisted folder featuring a 3-inch Sandvik 14C28N blade and a stainless steel handle. It features SpeedSafe opening and a frame lock for secure everyday carry.

Kershaw Leek 1660 Overview

The Kershaw Leek 1660 Pocketknife is one of the most popular everyday carry tools in the world, renowned for its slim profile and elegant Ken Onion design. Moreover, the sharp 3-inch blade is crafted from high-performance Sandvik 14C28N stainless steel, a premium alloy developed specifically for Kershaw to offer exceptional edge retention and hardness. Furthermore, the entire knife features a uniform bead-blasted finish, giving the steel handle and blade a sleek, matte grey appearance that resists fingerprints and minor scratches.

Mechanism and Reliability

The patented SpeedSafe® assisted opening mechanism allows for effortless, one-handed deployment using the ambidextrous flipper or thumb stud. In addition to its fast action, the handle incorporates a secure frame lock and a secondary Tip-Lock slider to ensure the blade stays locked open during use and locked closed during transport. Because of its slender construction and 3.0-ounce weight, this folder sits comfortably in a pocket without creating bulk or weighing down your pants. If you appreciate the assisted opening of the Leek but require a knife with a more aggressive grip texture for wet conditions, we highly recommend checking out the Kershaw Blur as a tactical alternative.

Handle Design and Ergonomics

Furthermore, the modified Wharncliffe blade shape provides a razor-sharp tip that is optimized for detailed piercing work and precise cutting. Additionally, the handle is machined from durable 410 stainless steel, providing a solid, metallic feel that is incredibly resistant to impact and corrosion. Consequently, the reversible pocket clip can be mounted for tip-up or tip-down carry, allowing you to customize the tool to your personal preference. You can find full technical details on the official Kershaw Leek product page.

Practical Applications and Everyday Carry Uses

  • Precision Cutting: utilizing the needle-sharp Wharncliffe tip for detailed tasks like removing splinters or cutting stencils.

  • Office Carry: Opening letters, packages, and breaking down cardboard boxes with a discreet, professional tool.

  • Food Prep: Slicing fruit or vegetables for lunch thanks to the clean, corrosion-resistant stainless steel construction.

  • General Utility: Cutting zip ties, stripping wire, or trimming loose threads on clothing.

Specifications

  • Brand: Kershaw

  • Model: Leek

  • SKU: 1660

  • Use: Everyday, Work

  • Type: Assisted, Folder

  • Style: Pocketknife

  • Designer: Ken Onion

  • Blade Style: Wharncliffe

  • Blade Edge: Plain

  • Opening Action: Assisted SpeedSafe®

  • Opens With: Flipper, Thumb stud

  • Lock Type: Frame lock, Tip-Lock slider

  • Pocketclip: Reversible (right, tip-up/down)

  • Handle Color: Silver

  • Blade Length: 3 in. (7.6 cm)

  • Blade Material: Sandvik 14C28N

  • HRC: 58-60

  • Blade Finish/Coating: Bead-blasted finish

  • Blade Thickness: 0.09 in. (2.29 mm)

  • Closed Length: 4 in. (10.2 cm)

  • Handle Material: 410 stainless steel

  • Handle Finish/Coating: Bead-blasted finish

  • Handle Thickness: 0.31 in. (8 mm)

  • Overall Length: 7 in. (17.9 cm)

  • Weight: 3.0 oz. (85 g)

  • Country of Origin: USA: Design, Prototype, Quality Control, Manufacture.

  • Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty