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Leek - 4th of July, 2026 - PREORDER
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Preorders are now closed. 993 will be made.
Mark a historic milestone with the Leek – July 4th 2026, a USA-made folder in the Factory Special Series. Offered exclusively on our website, this edition highlights a striking collage of American icons across the handle, paired with a clean blade engraving that honors 250 years of freedom. Based on the Leek’s proven design, it’s built for real use with a slim profile and precise cutting performance. Deploy the blade quickly with assisted opening and a flipper, then secure it closed with the reliable tip lock.
Kershaw will produce this special run based on total preorders, so reserve yours now to have it delivered in time for Independence Day. As an added bonus, 10 randomly selected orders will be upgraded at no extra cost with a CPM MagnaCut blade, blue titanium screws, and blue PVD hardware.
- Factory Special Series; Made in the USA everyday folder
- 14C28N high-performance stainless steel blade holds its edge, resharpens easily; bead-blasted finish provides a matte look, text engraving
- Aluminum handle is contoured for comfort; custom eagle and USA flag CCI finish
- Kershaw's assisted opening with convenient flipper; Tip-Lock secures blade when closed
Please note that there may be variation in the handle finish compared to the product image.
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Features + Details
- Status NEW
- Edition Factory Special Series
- Use Everyday, Outdoor
- Type Assisted, Folder
- Style Pocketknife
- Designer Ken Onion
- Blade Style Drop Point
- Blade Edge Plain
- Opening Action Assisted
- Opens With Flipper
- Lock Type Liner lock
- Pocketclip Reversible (right, tip-up/down)
- Handle Color Red, White, Blue, Yellow
- Hardware Bead-blasted pivot, bead-blasted handle screws, bead-blasted pocket clip
- Country of Origin USA: Design, Prototype, Quality Control, Manufacture
Specifications
- Blade Length 3 in. (7.6 cm)
- Blade Material 14C28N
- HRC 58-60
- Blade Finish/Coating Bead-blasted finish
- Blade Thickness 0.09 in. (2.29 mm)
- Closed Length 4 in. (10.2 cm)
- Handle Material 6061-T6 aluminum
- Handle Finish/Coating USA flag CCI coating
- Handle Thickness 0.35 in. (8.89 mm)
- Overall Length 7 in. (17.9 cm)
- Weight 2.6 oz. (73 g)
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- Year Released 2026




















