Kershaw alternative to the Delica

00ChevyScott · May 23, 2011

What would you consider to be Kershaws best offering that compares to the Spyderco Delica? I've been looking at picking up a Delica, but wouldn't mind adding another Kershaw to the collection as well. Preferably without A/O, but wouldn't necessarily count one out if it had it.

Also, more exotic blade steels are always a plus.

Flashpoint · May 23, 2011

Zing is the closest that come to mind, but a Speedform II would be good also. The Speedform II is a bit bigger then the Delica. Now that I think off it the OD-1 would be a good option too.

Thomas W · May 23, 2011

1740/45's might be a nice option.

00ChevyScott · May 23, 2011

Are there any knives styled similar to the Cyclone/Mini Cyclone that are smaller/thinner? I've already got a Skyline, I might have to start carrying that if I can find some custom scales or something for it.

whetrock · May 23, 2011

I know It's a bit smaller and thinner than a Delica but I think the Zing would be a good compromise also it's got the cool 3D grooves in the blade.

ono724 · May 23, 2011

I think the Zing is probably the most underrated Kershaw out there. I think it's a great little knife for the money. I agree with Whetrock that the grooves are a cool addition

And it's a fun flipper..

timberweasel · May 23, 2011

The Kershaw Zing is a great little folder :thumbup:

Peter Parker · May 24, 2011

To me it is the Leek first if you don't mind AO other wise I would think the Skyline.

00ChevyScott · May 24, 2011

Peter Parker said:
To me it is the Leek first if you don't mind AO other wise I would think the Skyline.

Been thinking about a composite leek for a while as well. So many knives, so little money.

thegeek574 · May 24, 2011

I will agree with Thomas. the Ener-G is an amazing little knife that opens faster that some of my assisted knives, is really fun, and is solid. the 1745 is my current work knife. it gets really sharp pretty easily, holds the edge well, and slices like a scalpel.

presz · May 24, 2011

thegeek574 said:
I will agree with Thomas. the Ener-G is an amazing little knife that opens faster that some of my assisted knives, is really fun, and is solid. the 1745 is my current work knife. it gets really sharp pretty easily, holds the edge well, and slices like a scalpel.

But they are are gone from the 2011 catalog...........

I too love them and think that they are better EDC than the OD1.

If want some thing the size of the Delica without a steel handle and with better blade steel than 14C28N. There are only two choices.

Speedform 2 Elmax
G10 Leek S30v