Comparison Console
Kershaw Blur vs Kershaw Launch 5
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Kershaw Launch 5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Kershaw Launch 5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Kershaw Launch 5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Blur stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch 5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Blur stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Blur stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch 5 stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$128Most expensive
US$120Cheapest
Weight
119 g (4.20 oz)Heaviest
116.2 g (4.10 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
86 mm (3.39 in)
86 mm (3.39 in)
Overall length
201 mm (7.91 in)Shortest
216 mm (8.50 in)Longest
Closed length
Unknown
130 mm (5.12 in)
Blade thickness
Unknown
3 mm (0.12 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Sandvik 14C28N stainless steel
CPM-154
Handle material
6061-T6 anodized aluminum with Trac-tec inserts
Anodized Aluminum
Finish
Unknown
Stonewash
Lock type
Liner Lock
Button lock (plunge lock)
Opening method
SpeedSafe assisted opening (thumb stud with torsion bar)
Automatic push button
Clip type
Adjustable pocket clip (tip up or tip down)
Reversible pocket clip (tip-up)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Moderate tasksFast one-handed deployment
EDCTactical useUsers seeking an automatic deployment knife
Not best for
Heavy-duty applications due to possible liner lock failure
Users requiring guaranteed blade lock every time
Common praise
Fast and smooth assisted opening systemExcellent grip and balance even when wetSharp, durable bladeSolid value for performance
Smooth and fast automatic deploymentWell-balanced blade shape and good edge retentionComfortable anodized aluminum handle with good gripReversible pocket clip for left or right carry
Common complaints
Liner lock can fail under heavy pressureSmall thumb stud can strain thumb with repeated usePocket clip is very tight and may pull fabric
Occasional failure to fully lock blade open requiring manual lockMay not be legal for ownership or carry in all jurisdictions due to automatic deployment
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