Smooth and fast automatic deployment
Knife Record
Kershaw
Kershaw Launch 5
Automatic folding knife with CPM-154 blade steel, anodized aluminum handle, stonewashed finish, designed by Emerson and built by Kershaw in the USA.
Last updated
Weight116.2 g (4.10 oz)
PriceUS$120
Blade steelCPM-154
Lock typeButton lock (plunge lock)
Technical Specs
Specifications
CategoryFolding Knife
Blade length86 mm (3.39 in)
Overall length216 mm (8.50 in)
Closed length130 mm (5.12 in)
Blade thickness3 mm (0.12 in)
Handle materialAnodized Aluminum
FinishStonewash
Opening methodAutomatic push button
Clip typeReversible pocket clip (tip-up)
Carry Profile
Best for
EDCTactical UseUsers Seeking An Automatic Deployment Knife
Limitations
Not best for
Users Requiring Guaranteed Blade Lock Every Time
Field Signals
Common praise
Well-balanced blade shape and good edge retention
Comfortable anodized aluminum handle with good grip
Reversible pocket clip for left or right carry
Watchlist
Common complaints
Occasional failure to fully lock blade open requiring manual lock
May not be legal for ownership or carry in all jurisdictions due to automatic deployment
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