Ergonomic textured handle
Knife Record
Kershaw
Kershaw Dawnstar
The Kershaw Dawnstar is a tactical and practical assisted-opening folding knife with a hawkbill blade, designed for everyday carry and utility tasks.
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Weight96 g (3.39 oz)
PriceUS$48.99
Blade steel8Cr13MoV
Lock typeLiner Lock
Technical Specs
Specifications
CategoryFolding Knife
Blade length89 mm (3.50 in)
Overall length201 mm (7.91 in)
Closed length112 mm (4.41 in)
Blade thickness3 mm (0.12 in)
Handle materialGlass-filled nylon
FinishBlackWash coating
Opening methodAssisted opening with flipper
Clip typeReversible deep-carry pocket clip (right/left, tip-up)
Carry Profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical UseCutting RopeOpening BoxesUtility Tasks
Field Signals
Common praise
Assisted opening with flipper for quick blade deployment
Hawkbill blade shape effective for rope and box cutting
Lightweight with weight-relieving handle pockets
Reversible deep-carry pocket clip for ambidextrous carry
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