Launch 16
About
Enter the tactical cutting world with the Launch 16, featuring a partially serrated tanto blade and extremely high edge retention. This automatic opener withstands the toughest cutting tasks with a thick blade profile and high-end M4, a balanced super steel with superior hardness and toughness. The tanto blade shape is ideal for piercing cuts, and the partially serrated edge will easily saw through rope. Trac-Tec handle inserts, oversized jimping, and a finger choil offer a secure grip. This push-button rocket is all stealthy with a black anodized handle and a black Cerakote blade. Carry it comfortably on the go with a reversible deep-carry pocket clip. While discreet, the Launch 16 also makes a lot of noise with a standout blade and unbeatable ergonomics.
- Made in the USA; tactical work knife with partially serrated tanto blade
- Black anodized aluminum handle; Trac-Tec inserts, oversized jimping, and finger choil for extra security
- Premium CPM M4 blade steel excels at edge retention, toughness, and hardness; black Cerakote coating helps prevent corrosion
- Low-profile push button makes it harder for blade to accidentally deploy; deep-carry pocket clip is easily reversible for left/right carry
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Features + Details
- Edition Engravable
- Use Tactical
- Type Automatic, Folder
- Style Pocketknife
- Designer Kershaw Originals
- Blade Style Tanto
- Blade Edge Partially Serrated
- Opening Action Automatic
- Opens With Push button
- Lock Type Push-button lock
- Pocketclip Reversible deep-carry (right/left, tip-up)
- Handle Color Black
- Hardware Black-oxide steel tube spacer, black-oxide screws
- Country of Origin USA: Design, Prototype, Quality Control, Manufacture
- Warranty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Specifications
- Blade Length 3.45 in. (8.8 cm)
- Blade Material CPM M4
- HRC 60-62
- Blade Finish/Coating Black Cerakote
- Blade Thickness 0.16 in. (4.1 mm)
- Closed Length 4.95 in. (12.6 cm)
- Handle Material 6061-T6 aluminum, Trac-Tec inserts
- Handle Finish/Coating Black anodized
- Handle Thickness 0.55 in. (14 mm)
- Overall Length 8.4 in. (21.3 cm)
- Weight 4 oz. (113 g)
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- Year Released 2023
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