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Kershaw Chive Assisted Opening Pocketknife – 1600

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The Kershaw Chive 1600 is a compact assisted-opening pocketknife featuring a 1.9-inch 420HC blade and a secure stainless steel frame lock.

Kershaw Chive 1600 Pocketknife Overview

The Kershaw Chive 1600 Pocketknife is a legendary, award-winning compact tool designed by Ken Onion to fit comfortably in a coin pocket or on a keychain. This sub-two-inch blade is crafted from 420HC stainless steel, providing a fine edge that is highly resistant to corrosion and remarkably easy to maintain. Because of its diminutive size, this folder is the ultimate choice for discreet carry in professional environments or formal settings. Furthermore, the bead-blasted finish on the blade and handle offers a smooth, matte gray aesthetic that resists fingerprints and reflections.

Moreover, the SpeedSafe assisted opening mechanism ensures the blade deploys rapidly with a simple pull on the integrated flipper tab. In addition to its speed, the sturdy frame lock keeps the blade safely open during use. Because of its 1.7-ounce weight, the Kershaw Chive 1600 Pocketknife provides essential utility without any unnecessary bulk. If you need a larger, all-steel workhorse for more demanding tasks, we recommend checking out the Kershaw Scour Pocketknife as a robust companion.

Precision Engineering in a Compact Frame

Furthermore, the drop point geometry of the Kershaw Chive 1600 Pocketknife is optimized for precision tasks such as opening mail, trimming threads, or slicing through plastic retail packaging. The 410 stainless steel handle is contoured for a surprisingly secure grip despite its small footprint, ensuring comfort during use. Strategic features like the single-position pocket clip and lanyard hole offer versatile carry options for any user. You can find full technical details on the official Kershaw Chive product page.

Practical Applications and Uses

  • Everyday Carry: Handling daily tasks like opening boxes, cutting zip ties, and processing mail with a compact tool.

  • Discreet Carry: Maintaining a low-profile presence in office settings or formal attire where a larger blade is not ideal.

  • Precision Scoring: Utilizing the 1.9-inch drop point tip for detailed craft work, scoring paper, or trimming fine materials.

  • Keychain Utility: Serving as a lightweight, fast-deploying emergency blade that is always within reach.

Specifications

  • Brand: Kershaw

  • Model: Chive

  • SKU: 1600

  • Use: Everyday

  • Type: Assisted, Folder

  • Style: Pocketknife

  • Designer: Ken Onion

  • Blade Style: Drop Point

  • Blade Edge: Plain

  • Opening Action: Assisted

  • Opens With: Flipper

  • Lock Type: Frame lock

  • Pocketclip: Single-position (right, tip-down)

  • Handle Color: Silver

  • Blade Length: 1.9 in. (4.8 cm)

  • Blade Material: 420HC

  • HRC: 58

  • Blade Finish/Coating: Bead-blasted finish

  • Blade Thickness: 0.09 in. (2.29 mm)

  • Closed Length: 2.9 in. (7.4 cm)

  • Handle Material: 410 stainless steel

  • Handle Finish/Coating: Bead-blasted finish

  • Handle Thickness: 0.28 in. (7.28 mm)

  • Overall Length: 4.8 in. (12.2 cm)

  • Weight: 1.7 oz. (48.2 g)

  • Country of Origin: USA

  • Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty