S30v Leek Pictures Will Be Up Soon

I like the looks of this. :D Unlike some others, I think the stone-washed blade is actually pretty cool. Another big plus is the "Made in USA;" you don't see that as often as you should any more. I'll probably have to pick one of these up at some point.

Are there any pics of the clip side available yet?
 
I think the G-10 Leek is a great idea.
I also don't think that the price of $129.95 is that much out of line with similar knives.

Spyderco Military MSRP is $179.95
Benchmade Mini-Stryker MSRP is $110.00

From J85909266:
You can want whatever the hell you like, but the best materials and best performance at the lowest cost does and has come from Spyderco, and it will probably always be that way.
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Sometimes this statement is true.
But there are some Spyderco knives that are way over-priced IMO.
Consider the Ocelot for example: G-10 scales, lock-back, VG-10 blade-steel, 3 1/4" blade.
MSRP is $199.95:(

Allen.
 
I was also one of those who was very happy to see a Kershaw representation on this forum. Being admittedly a steel snob, I have never been very happy with the widely use 440A in many Kershaw models and I am really excited to see more models with higher end blade steel. I think they really show the quality of the product.

As to best bang for the buck: I am a die hard Spyderco fan, but to give credits where they are due: I took my Spec Bump apart over the weekend and I am surprised that Kershaw can sell this baby for as little as they do. The fit and finish is excellent and this is a pretty complex piece as far as most folders go. All I can say is: Nice Work, Kershaw :thumbup: ! The Spec Bump is my first Kershaw, but it sure as hell won't be the last.

Also, I do owe an appology to the guys at Kershaw: when I reviewed the Spec Bump, I complained that it opened too easily but this is not true. I hadn't figured out how the safty works (mine was a bit sticky and I didn't figure out that the pin actually slides, till I took the knife apart). The safty essentially negates my wish for a higher starting resistance.
 
Kershaw deserves a lot of credit for going with a higher blade material. To see them come from a lower profile steel, to rise up and hang with the big boys is a great satisfaction for me, and a lot of my fellow forumers.

Good job Kershaw, and get that forum up ASAP, :-)
Cleary
 
allenC said:
Sometimes this statement is true.
But there are some Spyderco knives that are way over-priced IMO.
Consider the Ocelot for example: G-10 scales, lock-back, VG-10 blade-steel, 3 1/4" blade.
MSRP is $199.95:(

Allen.
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I apologized for the rough delivery of that statement. However, I feel it's true for the most part.

You are right though, sometimes their higher end stuff comes out too pricey, the Ocelot is one, and the Civilian is another that is just way overpriced.

I was referring to knives like the new Delica and Endura four, which are just incredible for the price, and the Native, S30V for 40 bucks can't be beat.
 
Since MSRP is never really the "street" price I am not worried about this MSRP in particular. Furthermore, I see no logic in wanting a bigger knife if a price is this or that.... the Leek has a perfect size for everyday, now in S30V! What something bigger, go for the new spec BUMP in G10 and S30V.
 
Thomas W said:
waynorth, the S30V Leek will be out in March. You should be able to find it everywhere fine cutlery is sold.

Thomas
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I already own 3 leeks, I will be adding another in March!:D
 
wow! i like my leek. a LOT! but i only paid like $60, and its off the Snap-On truck. THE SNAP ON TRUCK! snap on stuff is stupid expensive.
 
Thomas W said:
Hi all,

I have to say that when I originally decided to post on BF's, it was to correct inaccurate details about Kershaw in a particular thread. Since my original posts, there has been threads on spec's and details about new Kershaw products, I answered a few of them as well. I understand this is a public forum, and you get to say what you want, however you want, but truthfully, I am a little taken back by the :barf: , and the "crappy material" negative commentary that seems to flow pretty easily.

We work very hard at Kershaw Knives to bring products for hopefully all to enjoy, and it becomes awkward for me to read "drive by" negativity and I am unstable in how to respond to it.

I trust you all will take this the right way, but after a few short weeks, I think I will be pulling way back from the forums, but know Kershaw will be positively represented, without my input.

Thanks to those with all the encouraging words.



Thomas
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Now I am a Spyderco guy, but I have been attracted to Kershaw designs and will most likely buy one in the near future. I believe it would be great to have a dedicated Kershaw forum here, and your presence on it would be awesome. One of the things I like best about Spyderco is the fact that Sal gets on here and listens to the GOOD and the BAD and takes what he can from it and makes his products better. You're not always going to get positive feedback on your knives, which is understandable, but I would hate to see a company captain stop posting because of that. Please consider having a Kershaw forum here, and taking an active part in it:).
 
Just a little clarification for a newbie in this category of knife, what does stonewashed mean as it relates to blade finish?
 
To quote from the Chris Reeve website (my emphasis added):

The blades on the regular models of the large and small Sebenzas are finished with what has become known as our stonewash finish. We accomplish this finish by tumbling the blades in an aggressive ceramic media. These ceramic stones polish the blade in every direction possible, giving the surface a non-reflective or glazed appearance. On the decorated models and on Mnandis, the hollow grind is polished on a cork belt giving a more traditional satin finish, an elegant contrast to the stonewashed flat surface of the blade. Both finishes are equally corrosion resistant and they all give better corrosion resistance than bead blasting or acid etch.
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thanks EB! It sounds practical. I guess I'll have to see it to determine whether I like it's appearance.
 
I like it. It's not flashy. It's designed to hide scratches. MicroTech uses a similar technique they call anopeen.

I have a feeling that Kershaw isn't going to be able to manufacture enough of these S30V Leeks to meet the demand. We better get our pre-orders in ASAP! :D
 
Axlis, your comments are valid and noted. I'm not sure we are ready for a Kershaw forum at this time. We run a very lean crew, and all are trying to keep our heads above water with our day to day. I'm currently posting from the road, as I have a trade show throughout the week. My wife already kicks my butt for talking with you all when I get home. I'll leave it to your all's imagination on Ken's day to day.

I think it is important to mention that the "company captians" you speak of, are all very passionate about what they do, some more than others. I personally live and breath knives, and have made a living doing so for the last 20 years. Sal and others the same. What is cool about our community is there is some incredible personalities that go with the names. Some wear their heart on their sleeves more than others. Some are more diplomatic, others as the forums have seen, are not. One can use their words better than another, while others have true self-control. Some are hero's in my eyes, and maybe yours as well. The point is...we don't all communicate the same, nor should we, and to critic negatively towards one's passion, can be more difficult from one captian to another. Just something to think about.

If we were to do a forum, we would want to do it the right way. I don't see that happening now, but I understand there is importance in a forum. It's just time consuming, and I don't want to half ass it. I trust you all understand. As mentioned, I will continue to post where I see it necessary, and we will look toward a Kershaw forum in the future.

Thomas
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Thomas W said:
...snip... I understand this is a public forum, and you get to say what you want, however you want, but truthfully, I am a little taken back by the :barf: , and the "crappy material" negative commentary that seems to flow pretty easily.

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Don't let them get you down. I don't log in here very often - want a joke? About 2 hours before I logged in here today for the first time in months, I sent an email to you guys entitled "Why, oh WHY?" asking about blade steels, and saying I wish there was a chive in something like ATS-34, SV30, etc - It looks like I'll be getting my wish - and a new knife. Right now, I carry custons, but there are times I don't WANT to carry a big buck knife, and I'm becoming less enamored with my DC Munroe Chimera (does NOT take/hold the kind of edge I like)
 
I am quite impressed by Kershaws recent campaign to cater to serious knife nuts and steel snobs. The new leek looks to be a promising addition to Kershaws line up and maybe to my knife collection.
 
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