Kershaw Launch Iridium stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Kershaw Launch 23 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Kershaw Launch 23 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Kershaw Launch Iridium stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Kershaw Launch Iridium stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Kershaw Launch 23 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Kershaw Launch 23 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Kershaw Launch Iridium stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Kershaw Launch 23 stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Kershaw Launch Iridium stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 5% 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.
Black Cerakote spine with satin-finished grinds two-tone finish
Working finish (blade), black anodized (handle)
Lock type
Button Lock
Button lock
Opening method
Automatic (push button)
Automatic push-button deployment
Clip type
Tip-up pocket clip, reversible
Reversible deep-carry clip (right/left, tip-up)
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)
▣Everyday Carry▣Tactical Use
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
✓Robust And Ergonomic Grip✓Instant Blade Deployment✓Two Tone Blade Finish Is Visually Striking✓Reliable Lockup✓Made In USA
✓Quick Blade Deployment✓High Quality CPM Magnacut Steel Offers Edge Retention And Corrosion Resistance✓Lightweight And Compact With 3.1 Oz Weight And 4.55 Inch Closed Length✓Reversible Deep Carry Pocket Clip Suitable For Right Or Left Hand Carry