Launch 23
About
Purpose-built for everyday carry, the Launch 23 offers robust, ergonomic grip and a trailing point blade that blends utility and style. CPM 154 steel combines a black Cerakote spine with satin-finished grinds for a striking two-tone look. Black anodized aluminum scales feature machined grooves for a confident grip and visual interest. Like all Launch models, the blade deploys instantly at the press of a low-profile button, locking up with strength and reliability. With its dependable action, ergonomic build, and striking two-tone blade, the Launch 23 is an everyday companion you’ll keep reaching for.
- USA-made automatic knife with trailing point blade and two-tone finish
- CPM 154 blade steel takes and holds an excellent edge; provides corrosion resistance, wear resistance and toughness for all-around cutting performance
- Black anodized aluminum handle with machined grooves for grip
- Low-profile push button helps prevent accidental deployment; deep-carry pocketclip is easily reversible for left/right carry
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Features + Details
- Edition Engravable
- Use Everyday, Work
- Type Automatic, Folder
- Style Pocketknife
- Designer Kershaw Originals
- Blade Style Trailing Point
- Blade Edge Plain
- 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 handle screws, black-oxide pivot, black Cerakote pocketclip, black-oxide pocketclip screws
- Country of Origin USA: Design, Prototype, Quality Control, Manufacture
- Warranty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Specifications
- Blade Length 3.3 in. (8.4 cm)
- Blade Material CPM 154
- HRC 58-60
- Blade Finish/Coating Black Cerakote coating with satin grind
- Blade Thickness 0.121 in. (3 mm)
- Closed Length 4.35 in. (11 cm)
- Handle Material 6061-T6 aluminum
- Handle Finish/Coating Black anodized
- Handle Thickness 0.48 in. (1.2 cm)
- Overall Length 7.65 in. (19.4 cm)
- Weight 3.3 oz. (93 g)
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- Year Released 2025
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