Excellent edge retention and toughness of MagnaCut steel
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Kershaw
Kershaw Launch 20
The Kershaw Launch 20 is a premium automatic folding knife featuring a 3-inch two-tone CPM MagnaCut blade with excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance, aluminum handle with carbon fiber inlays, and a recessed button lock for safe, quick deployment. Made in USA.
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Weight65.2 g (2.30 oz)
PriceUS$260
Blade steelCPM MagnaCut
Lock typeButton lock
Technical Specs
Specifications
CategoryFolding Knife
Blade length76 mm (2.99 in)
Overall length183 mm (7.20 in)
Closed length107 mm (4.21 in)
Blade thicknessUnknown
Handle materialAluminum with marbled carbon fiber inserts
FinishTwo-tone blade finish with stonewashed flats and satin grinds; clear anodized finish on handle
Opening methodAutomatic push button deployment
Clip typeDeep-carry reversible, tip-up
Carry Profile
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Everyday CarryAutomatic Knife EnthusiastsCollectors
Field Signals
Common praise
Smooth and fast automatic opening
Lightweight and comfortable aluminum handle with premium finishes
Reversible deep-carry pocket clip for secure carry
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Common complaints
Price is relatively high compared to some other EDC knives
Automatic deployment not legal in all jurisdictions
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