I wish Kershaw would take a step back from their overly busy knife handles that do nothing to improve grip or serve as a real function. Lots of their designs are gas stationy as hell. Edit: The Inception looks clean. Looks like it would be comfy in the hand. Edit: A cleaver auto? Meh.
Yeah, they have cool(ish) models here and there... but they should really get back to the Dividend/Cryo/Leek/Natrix design language imo. Especially nowadays theres such an emphasis/attraction towards minimalist design. Hell, the Elementum is oe of the simplest designs out there rn, and that thing kills it with sales!
@@superrad1659 yep, put the original dividend beside those knives and you'll see a distinctly different design language. I think they're "doing too much" with the designs in the budget line.
@@superrad1659 Absolutely, love the design of the Elementum. I’m not against some interesting angles and such. Or the application of some inlay or “onlay” materials. I’m just not interested in having them installed “just because”. Or having them installed in a way that makes it look like an afterthought. I bought a Launch 7 because it was the only 4” auto Kershaw was making with a nice blade shape. I hate the handle because of the excessive milling work that was done on it that does nothing to improve the grip. Lots of odd, pointless milling of spots, slots and angles. Along with a crappy little plastic backspacer with a random row of dots on it. It’s not a bad knife. The blade is thin and slices well and has a good shape. But the ugly ass handle makes me feel like I’m spending time with that ugly girl in high school that put out, but you didn’t want your friends to see you with her.
"The cool thing about all our starter knives is they have this horrible 8cr13mov we've been using forever but ill say it like it's new, exciting and an upgrade"
I can't believe they're still actually using 8cr. Hell why not just go back to 440c it's even worse and probably cheaper for them to buy even than the ridiculously cheap 8cr. Seriously it's approaching $10 home Depot knife territory
Take a drink every time you hear the words "fun" or " reverse tanto", Haha. Great looking kinves, I think Kershaw has hit a home run with the classic designs in modern materials.
I was hoping to see them dabble in some alternative locking mechanisms. Since the cross-bar and compression locks are both available to use now was hoping to see them tackle one or both of those… maybe next year.
I feel you, but I was actually hoping we would see a back lock. I'm a right, but it is fully ambidextrous, strong, and classic. Bells and whistles, an innovations are amazing, but I would like to see brands offering a return to form, at least here and there. Back lock is still my favorite, and I find them just as fun to play with.
@@ordinaryaverageguy3233 Right? I know Hogue’s ABLE lock is great, and I just picked up a Bear Ops Rancor IV (I went with the large tanto), and I (honeymoon phase) love it!
The Federalist looks amazing, little nervous about the half stop though. Kershaw will always have a special place in my heart but I am really not digging the weird robo-cop accessory look lately. Still some good functional stuff in here.
Personally I prefer the stainless steels on more budget knives. Especially since they are more entry level and aimed towards people not so inclined to difficult to sharpen steels.
The Federalist is a great combination of design features and materials. I like the CPM 154 steel, the blade width, length, shape, and full flat grind. The micarta handle scales are attractive and functional and the lanyard hole and blade jimping add utility and ease of use. It's handsome and classy. All that, and it's MADE IN THE U.S. and available at a great price.
Kershaw beats them in the retail business at like cabellas and other in person stores. Most of their sales are from non knife people getting a knife who don't know anything about steel and what not, so their starting knives with a low price are the most popular. In terms of quality and the online space, civivi and them crush kershaws budget knives
Thanks again knifecenter, Thomas, and of course DCA for another great video. But especially want to thank Andrew for sharing his experience as a designer, and David for asking. As a budding knife enthusiast, knifecenter video junkie, and an industrial design student, that post credit interview was extremely encouraging. Really can't thank you guys enough for that. Of course I'll be tuning in to future videos, but that human insight from a fellow enthusiast, especially from someone inside the industry, is priceless to me, and I'm sure others too. Before I would only have dreamed of becoming a part of the industry, let only the community, but now the thought of joining the industry seems just within reach. A thousand times, thank you and bravo 👏🏽
Yup... the Federalist did it for me. Saw it, went and ordered it within moments, waiting for its arrival next week in the mail box! Kinda feel like a kid again, I have lots of fond memories of ordering things from bubble gum funnies & Field & Stream magazines!
Not to be negative but I also watched the blade hq Kershaw episode. Used to be my "knife go to" spot, but man, you guys are so much more informative and camera shots on point. Great job👍 enjoy your all your videos. On HQ all u ever hear is "cool" or "way cool" not hating just appreciate knife centers approach
I fully agree. I still watch them regularly because I know how hard they're trying and the amount of work that they put in to it and I still want to support that. But they're my second (sometimes third behind SMKW) knife "show" to watch. I can't put my finger on it but I think it had to do with getting "just the facts" along with great shots of the knives. The "discussion panel" setup is hard to pull off unless there's a real chemistry between the presenters and both have a certain personality. I know they keep swapping around presenters trying to find that niche, but it hasn't clicked for me yet. (Not like Ben and what's his name) I think these current guys would be better outside being natural than behind a desk because their vids of them running around the warehouse pulling certain knives feels so much more enjoyable for me.
The inception looked interesting, but $100 for d2 and g10 made the interest deflate pretty quickly…at least there’s a non 8/13 blade material by kershaw…progress is progress
I love Kershaw, have many of them along with numerous other makes. I totally understand and respect their option of offering budget lines and more premium US made knives. My two wishes from Kershaw is that they would offer a "premium" version of the 1530 (or similar) with at least 154cm with ambi thumb studs and maybe more handle material options. I constantly keep going back to using this little knife, it flicks extremely well and is quite smooth especially considering its price point. Also, i wish they would offer different blade profiles for some of their Launch series. IMO their Launch series rival, or even surpass the action of Protech.
its great to see Kershaw doing something in micarta, and US made is amazing to see. I am totally disappointed that its a non locking knife, but I suppose they did that to satisfy a trend, and also to cater to the UK market. The name also gives that impression. I hope they do a #2 with a liner lock cuz its awesome.
I can’t believe they’re charging 60$ msrp for 8cr on the budget line up. I do like the designs tho, most of them. I was liking the traditional slipjoints, till I heard 7cr. Why kershaw!! Lol
Kershaw has failed to keep up with budget brands like Civivi and others. It's a shame. They're capable of doing so much more, but they're stuck on making designs for the non knife enthusiasts. The MSRP of these knives is also ridiculous. Really disappointing.
Exactly. Design the knives for knife people and the non knife people will still buy it. What's on the shelf is what informs their decisions (non knife people) on what knife to buy. You don't have to skew the design towards them. I wish they would stay away from that kind of "fun" in their designs.
What I find most amazing is the fact that Kershaw can actually remain in business. With all the serious competition from Chinese knife companies like Civivi, how can Kershaw expect to survive selling ridiculously designed, cheap steel equipped knives at outrageous prices. Plastic knives? really WTF?
Love the Parley, especially with the black linen micarta! Going to pick one up when they're available. What would make this knife even better is a half-stop and strong pull.
2 cents from a long time Kerahaw fan (for better AND for worse...) Really enjoyed the interview, thanks guys! Espresso the last bit where you visited about design some “inside” baseball... more of THAT please. My first “really nice” knife was a Kerahaw Talon in g-10. It was a workhorse and serves me well to this day. (Over 20 years) I carried a murdered out (all black) Kerahaw Ken Onion Whirlwind in my tuxedo on my wedding day. Pretty fun day to pull out a knife like that over and over... people tend to behave. Lol. I was not happy when it seemed Kerahaw had moved all meaningful output overseas. I was super encouraged to see ZT hold the line and now it seems Kerahaw is going to find a way to walk that line and do both. Right on. Give us both. Perfecto. Civi is NOT going away so gotta compete. That said, the USA launch 14 is pretty Bad @$$ IMO. BRAVO. Likewise the imported Kershaw Parley is superb. Well done guys. And yes, all budget knives should have D2 steel or Aus 10 or VG 10 but i guess thats what exclusives are for. Thanks again for the content.
What is Kershaw smoking 8cr at this price range when you have civivi , qsp, Kizer killing at the $50 - 100 price range. I'm sorry most of these are gonna be D.O.A
I love your channel and offer knives here all the time. But it really looks like these new kershaws were designed by an 10 year old. They literally go from play school knives, to $200. Not really any good in between. And we're all speedsafe'd out.
Atom "knife" reminds of Yakut knives in Siberia. What I have found out about the history of this knife is that it was first made of bone or antler parts. It was sharpened only from one side against the rock or some other abrasive material. That is the reason it has a scoop side of the blade. Later when steel was introduced to those regions local knife makers just followed the traditional way shaping the blade in similar way. Otherwise - Launch 14 is the coolest looking knives of all the bunch.
Kershaw has been a mainstay for me since the Blur and Leek. I've got well over a dozen different styles and multiples of many of them. That said I recently got my 1st Launch, the Launch 13, and I had my heart broken. The tip chipped off when it BARELY made contact with my phone case holster when I opened it. I was in a state of shock bc I've always had AMAZING experiences with Kershaw. The company I bought it from made it a little less painful by giving me a discount on a replacement and I've since put a new tip on it but the fact that it happened, with an American blade no less, at all has slightly shaken my confidence. I still carry the repaired blade every day, partially bc it's been repaired and partially bc the American flag on it is slightly larger, but I find myself babying it more than I feel I should have to.
Ugh! 8crmov13 for about half the knives? What is that stuff cost for a ton like 30 bucks? And $100 D2 knife? The only thing interesting I saw was the Kershaw launch. Could have gone with a three and a half inch blade tho
I'd love to see that Parley done in a good steel. Like do a premium with a 20cv and a mid grade with a D2. I know, I'm a steel snob. I don't buy or carry 8cr or lower steels anymore. I spend time out on the ranch a lot and whatever knife I carry needs to be up to the tasks thrown at it.
Launch 14 and the Federalist rock. We need more of that Kershaw. Please come out with a premium version of the Bareknuckle. A ZT model would be perfect for it. As least come out with a Titanium version or the 20CV ones again.
Im an "anywhere but china" buyer. I even paid international shipping for a kukri from Napal. Would appreciate if American companies moved production out of china where they are just stealing our IP.
I haven't cared for Kershaw designs for over 15years. I'm impressed with this lineup. 7:01 The Inception is style with ergos, great blade geometry, and the look is just my style. Also, The Federalist 11:52 I'm not a slip joint kind of guy but that knife is the resolution of tradition and modernity, integrated perfectly. Love this line up. Kershaw did well by bringing Andrew Keel on their team.
8cr13 for $50 is a rip off now a days. When you can get D2 or 12c27 or 14c28 for the same of less. Kershaw content to be cheap!!! When they can do so much better!!
Grab a Button Lock Elementum in 14C28N for $49.99. I would understand if this was an American made knife but they have no excuse for this imported knives being dogshit.
I’ve owned a few Kershaw knives that I really liked and I always check in on what they have going on as the other American companies I’m interested in now unfortunately Kershaw hasn’t made a whole lot of knives that really catch my eye that being said the federalist is in my opinion one of the nicest knives I’ve seen come from Kershaw in quite a while I’m looking forward to picking one up
Great idea DCA, asking about future episodes of ZT. I'm getting the disposable knife with the sheath definitely. Cheers for the presentation. Stay safe folks. Greetings from The Land Down Under.
Meh... Non knife people buy whatever is on the shelf. Make knives for knife people, please. Don't skew your designs toward gas station "fun". You won't lose your other sales, and you might actually have the enthusiasts buying all the way down into your budget line like we used to. $100 for D2 is a no go. $250 for a Launch is a no go. Hey Kershaw, Sandvik steels exist for a reason, please avail yourself to them. It's sad that the only thing catching my eye is a way overpriced double detent (with an odd half stop?) and some slip joints. The cleaver slip joint will probably be my only buy out of this group (if it's considerably lower than msrp)
This is awesome. I love the blade designs that Kershaw is doing. Although the steel's could definitely be better for the price range. Regardless, it's great to see knives that can work as food prep EDCs. Especially, the Launch 14.
I understand them adding the steel insert to the nylon knives so they will be detectable by metal detectors but then what's the point? It seems like all those are good for is legal trouble.
$50msrp for 8cr, made oversees?? yea...sorry I can't dig that. 14c, for sure... $100 for D2 flipper with G10?? how is that competitive? there are knives made in the 30-40 range that can match it..I just don't get it.. Launch 14 looks awesome..I will say that.
argh, no news on the Lucha variants? I've had the 20CV one preordered since April... Kind of confusing why they're dragging their feet on a platform that sold successfully high numbers
They're going with the periodical release like Spyderco. I think its a very smart way to go. Kudos Kershaw. Pretty excited about the brand. You're keeping up with the best.
Thanks for having us Knife Center! We hope you all enjoyed the new products. And we're glad to have you on the team, Andrew!
He did you no favors. Hope you guys find someone who knows how to sell a knife.
@@caylenmcneff explain how you sell a knife
More American made Kershaw!
Andrew was great! Launch 14 is cool looking Federalist is 🔥.
Andrew did a great job. I love the polished micarta slip joints.
I wish Kershaw would take a step back from their overly busy knife handles that do nothing to improve grip or serve as a real function. Lots of their designs are gas stationy as hell.
Edit: The Inception looks clean. Looks like it would be comfy in the hand.
Edit: A cleaver auto? Meh.
Yeah, they have cool(ish) models here and there... but they should really get back to the Dividend/Cryo/Leek/Natrix design language imo. Especially nowadays theres such an emphasis/attraction towards minimalist design. Hell, the Elementum is oe of the simplest designs out there rn, and that thing kills it with sales!
I'm with you there. It's saying something when the only knives that catch my eye out of the lineup are a double detent flipper and the traditionals.
@@superrad1659 yep, put the original dividend beside those knives and you'll see a distinctly different design language. I think they're "doing too much" with the designs in the budget line.
@@1980JPA Yeah, me too.
@@superrad1659 Absolutely, love the design of the Elementum. I’m not against some interesting angles and such. Or the application of some inlay or “onlay” materials. I’m just not interested in having them installed “just because”. Or having them installed in a way that makes it look like an afterthought. I bought a Launch 7 because it was the only 4” auto Kershaw was making with a nice blade shape. I hate the handle because of the excessive milling work that was done on it that does nothing to improve the grip. Lots of odd, pointless milling of spots, slots and angles. Along with a crappy little plastic backspacer with a random row of dots on it. It’s not a bad knife. The blade is thin and slices well and has a good shape. But the ugly ass handle makes me feel like I’m spending time with that ugly girl in high school that put out, but you didn’t want your friends to see you with her.
"The cool thing about all our starter knives is they have this horrible 8cr13mov we've been using forever but ill say it like it's new, exciting and an upgrade"
At least it's not 5cr
Also, having 2 whole scales is overrated.
Decent steel , no piont having M4 if you don't know how to sharpen a knife
I can't believe they're still actually using 8cr. Hell why not just go back to 440c it's even worse and probably cheaper for them to buy even than the ridiculously cheap 8cr.
Seriously it's approaching $10 home Depot knife territory
Don't forget all their new split handles...
Kershaw is becoming 2010 Gerber.
I was thinking the exact same thing.
Orange and black flashbacks. Whistle lanyards…
And ironically Gerber is back on my "sometimes buy" list, just where Kershaw was back then.
More assisted knives with 8crmov...so exciting...time to grow with the times kershaw
rofl :D
I honestly don't mind 8cr for my beaters but assisted is an absolute no go for me
@@57HEMIviken I agree. Easy to sharpen up too. But assisted is unnecessary in this era of ball bearing pivots and well tuned detents
Now they got NYLON knives ? Super useless
Dear Kershaw. I'm not excited about 8Cr. Thank you.
DCA does not seem impressed with most of these.
There's not alot 5o be impressed by
But the materials are where they ought to be. Whatever that means…
Most of us aren't.....
The federalist is nice but other than that no.
Why can't we get a premium Leek with no assist?
Take a drink every time you hear the words "fun" or " reverse tanto", Haha. Great looking kinves, I think Kershaw has hit a home run with the classic designs in modern materials.
That launch 14 is sweet
I was hoping to see them dabble in some alternative locking mechanisms. Since the cross-bar and compression locks are both available to use now was hoping to see them tackle one or both of those… maybe next year.
I could see ZT doing a take on the compression lock.
Literally maybe next year lol. Maybe ZT
Crossbar locks are also fully ambi said the lefty.
I feel you, but I was actually hoping we would see a back lock. I'm a right, but it is fully ambidextrous, strong, and classic. Bells and whistles, an innovations are amazing, but I would like to see brands offering a return to form, at least here and there. Back lock is still my favorite, and I find them just as fun to play with.
@@ordinaryaverageguy3233 Right? I know Hogue’s ABLE lock is great, and I just picked up a Bear Ops Rancor IV (I went with the large tanto), and I (honeymoon phase) love it!
The Federalist looks amazing, little nervous about the half stop though.
Kershaw will always have a special place in my heart but I am really not digging the weird robo-cop accessory look lately. Still some good functional stuff in here.
Yup... the Federalist caught my eye immediately, so much so that I already have one on order! Should be in my hands next week!
They should make a sister version, maybe the Nationalist (😂) with a back lock and reversible wire clip!
@@KeithKacanek I would buy that literally instantly
Federalist + auto + wire pocket clip = heaven
That launch 14 tho 🔥 🔥 🔥
Looove the post credit interview thing. We need more designer interviews this year.
I know they’re not for everyone but I appreciate some of Kershaw’s futuristic looking designs.
Personally I prefer the stainless steels on more budget knives. Especially since they are more entry level and aimed towards people not so inclined to difficult to sharpen steels.
The Federalist is a great combination of design features and materials. I like the CPM 154 steel, the blade width, length, shape, and full flat grind. The micarta handle scales are attractive and functional and the lanyard hole and blade jimping add utility and ease of use. It's handsome and classy.
All that, and it's MADE IN THE U.S. and available at a great price.
Ordered one within minutes of seeing it... should be here next week.
You consider that a great price?
The two 🇺🇸 made Kershaw look great. I don't know how the imported Kershaw stand a chance against Civivi and other quality budget Chinese companies
I'm afraid they don't not with those knives on the table.
Kershaw beats them in the retail business at like cabellas and other in person stores. Most of their sales are from non knife people getting a knife who don't know anything about steel and what not, so their starting knives with a low price are the most popular. In terms of quality and the online space, civivi and them crush kershaws budget knives
Thanks again knifecenter, Thomas, and of course DCA for another great video. But especially want to thank Andrew for sharing his experience as a designer, and David for asking. As a budding knife enthusiast, knifecenter video junkie, and an industrial design student, that post credit interview was extremely encouraging. Really can't thank you guys enough for that. Of course I'll be tuning in to future videos, but that human insight from a fellow enthusiast, especially from someone inside the industry, is priceless to me, and I'm sure others too.
Before I would only have dreamed of becoming a part of the industry, let only the community, but now the thought of joining the industry seems just within reach. A thousand times, thank you and bravo 👏🏽
Yup... the Federalist did it for me. Saw it, went and ordered it within moments, waiting for its arrival next week in the mail box!
Kinda feel like a kid again, I have lots of fond memories of ordering things from bubble gum funnies & Field & Stream magazines!
I pre-ordered the Kershaw Jetpack. I really like the look of it.
Liking the slip joints
Never considered kershaw until watching this video! Definitely digging the federalist
Not to be negative but I also watched the blade hq Kershaw episode. Used to be my "knife go to" spot, but man, you guys are so much more informative and camera shots on point. Great job👍 enjoy your all your videos. On HQ all u ever hear is "cool" or "way cool" not hating just appreciate knife centers approach
I fully agree. I still watch them regularly because I know how hard they're trying and the amount of work that they put in to it and I still want to support that. But they're my second (sometimes third behind SMKW) knife "show" to watch. I can't put my finger on it but I think it had to do with getting "just the facts" along with great shots of the knives. The "discussion panel" setup is hard to pull off unless there's a real chemistry between the presenters and both have a certain personality. I know they keep swapping around presenters trying to find that niche, but it hasn't clicked for me yet. (Not like Ben and what's his name) I think these current guys would be better outside being natural than behind a desk because their vids of them running around the warehouse pulling certain knives feels so much more enjoyable for me.
Those slippies are looking good. They're the most exciting things in the new offerings.
Except the crappy Chinese steel
@@Nightwolf866 and there's that.
Ditto.....
That's because they're not assisted
The inception looked interesting, but $100 for d2 and g10 made the interest deflate pretty quickly…at least there’s a non 8/13 blade material by kershaw…progress is progress
Spoke too soon.....
That is MSRP. Actual price is 64.95 from us right here: kcoti.com/3r6ybZv
Dear, Kershaw. Bring back the Skyline.
Love,
Everyone.
I love Kershaw, have many of them along with numerous other makes. I totally understand and respect their option of offering budget lines and more premium US made knives. My two wishes from Kershaw is that they would offer a "premium" version of the 1530 (or similar) with at least 154cm with ambi thumb studs and maybe more handle material options. I constantly keep going back to using this little knife, it flicks extremely well and is quite smooth especially considering its price point. Also, i wish they would offer different blade profiles for some of their Launch series. IMO their Launch series rival, or even surpass the action of Protech.
I love Kershaw because of all the sheepsfoot, reverse tanto & modified Wharncliffe options.
The Federalist looks fantastic. That one is gonna sell well.
its great to see Kershaw doing something in micarta, and US made is amazing to see. I am totally disappointed that its a non locking knife, but I suppose they did that to satisfy a trend, and also to cater to the UK market. The name also gives that impression. I hope they do a #2 with a liner lock cuz its awesome.
Not at that price point...
I can’t believe they’re charging 60$ msrp for 8cr on the budget line up. I do like the designs tho, most of them. I was liking the traditional slipjoints, till I heard 7cr. Why kershaw!! Lol
It's cool, they'll upgrade later this year to... 5cr13 and even later in the year their gonna dig out some wait for it
3cr13!!!!! 😆 🤣
@@lonetrader1 they might even bring out 420J2 next year!
Terrible MSRPs on the budget lines.8cr13mov is $15 knife steel in 2022.
I love how Andrew is taking inspiration from so many different places. I never thought about buying a slip joint before but I am certainly interested.
You don't need one. I mean it's nice to have in your collection, but edc with slip joint...
@@Eto_Kusay yea I've never purchased one because I thought they're impractical.
Kershaw has failed to keep up with budget brands like Civivi and others. It's a shame. They're capable of doing so much more, but they're stuck on making designs for the non knife enthusiasts. The MSRP of these knives is also ridiculous. Really disappointing.
Exactly. Design the knives for knife people and the non knife people will still buy it. What's on the shelf is what informs their decisions (non knife people) on what knife to buy. You don't have to skew the design towards them. I wish they would stay away from that kind of "fun" in their designs.
What I find most amazing is the fact that Kershaw can actually remain in business. With all the serious competition from Chinese knife companies like Civivi, how can Kershaw expect to survive selling ridiculously designed, cheap steel equipped knives at outrageous prices. Plastic knives? really WTF?
Love the Parley, especially with the black linen micarta! Going to pick one up when they're available. What would make this knife even better is a half-stop and strong pull.
I love the aesthetics of that launch 14
If Andrew is responsible for these offerings, his next step should be the unemployment line. Did Kershaw poach him from M-Tech?
I have underwear older than him. If I want toys, I'll go to Frost Cutlery or Gil Hibben.
Ditto
2 cents from a long time Kerahaw fan (for better AND for worse...)
Really enjoyed the interview, thanks guys! Espresso the last bit where you visited about design some “inside” baseball... more of THAT please.
My first “really nice” knife was a Kerahaw Talon in g-10. It was a workhorse and serves me well to this day. (Over 20 years)
I carried a murdered out (all black) Kerahaw Ken Onion Whirlwind in my tuxedo on my wedding day. Pretty fun day to pull out a knife like that over and over... people tend to behave. Lol.
I was not happy when it seemed Kerahaw had moved all meaningful output overseas. I was super encouraged to see ZT hold the line and now it seems Kerahaw is going to find a way to walk that line and do both. Right on. Give us both. Perfecto. Civi is NOT going away so gotta compete.
That said, the USA launch 14 is pretty Bad @$$ IMO. BRAVO.
Likewise the imported Kershaw Parley is superb.
Well done guys.
And yes, all budget knives should have D2 steel or Aus 10 or VG 10 but i guess thats what exclusives are for.
Thanks again for the content.
I have several Kershaw knives but, these new designs aren't appealing to me for some reason. Maybe too gimmicky?
I don’t like all the random materials being screwed into the scales for no damn reason
Ones gotta nail clipper in the scale! Ahahahah
Slipjoint was the only thing that caught my eye
What is Kershaw smoking 8cr at this price range when you have civivi , qsp, Kizer killing at the $50 - 100 price range. I'm sorry most of these are gonna be D.O.A
Don’t forget Sitivien and Petrified Fish
Shoutout to those deep carry clips.
Just picked up a kershaw link in 20cv and man if kershaw keeps up that quality and the quality of these designs they’ll keep me coming back for more
Will kershaw ever use the Hawk lock again? Kershaw RAM with the hawk lock is still one of my favorites.
News Flash Kershaw, it's 2020 and budget knives shouldn't be made anymore with 8cr13mov!!!!
DCA you may be my favorite larger than average hands youtuber...
But Thomas is right, It is a reverse tanto
That launch 14 looks awesome...but about 100$ more than I'd expected it to be
Yep it a little steep, I have all Ti knives with CPM S35V and S110V that cost that much and that Launch 14 isn't on the same level.
honestly..after seing them charging $50 and 65 for 8cr, and $100 for D2 (made oversees no less) I was afraid it was going to be $300!
It’s 150 bhq
I love your channel and offer knives here all the time. But it really looks like these new kershaws were designed by an 10 year old. They literally go from play school knives, to $200. Not really any good in between. And we're all speedsafe'd out.
Shottttt showwww bayyyy beeee 🐝
Atom "knife" reminds of Yakut knives in Siberia. What I have found out about the history of this knife is that it was first made of bone or antler parts. It was sharpened only from one side against the rock or some other abrasive material. That is the reason it has a scoop side of the blade. Later when steel was introduced to those regions local knife makers just followed the traditional way shaping the blade in similar way. Otherwise - Launch 14 is the coolest looking knives of all the bunch.
I wish the launch 14 was an least 3.5 stop going so small people! Come.on!
Kershaw has been a mainstay for me since the Blur and Leek. I've got well over a dozen different styles and multiples of many of them. That said I recently got my 1st Launch, the Launch 13, and I had my heart broken. The tip chipped off when it BARELY made contact with my phone case holster when I opened it. I was in a state of shock bc I've always had AMAZING experiences with Kershaw. The company I bought it from made it a little less painful by giving me a discount on a replacement and I've since put a new tip on it but the fact that it happened, with an American blade no less, at all has slightly shaken my confidence. I still carry the repaired blade every day, partially bc it's been repaired and partially bc the American flag on it is slightly larger, but I find myself babying it more than I feel I should have to.
KERSHAW is really on its way out.
I agree.
It would be cool if kershaw released aftermarket scale sections for the launch 14 that you could replace the carbon fiber section with
Ugh! 8crmov13 for about half the knives? What is that stuff cost for a ton like 30 bucks? And $100 D2 knife?
The only thing interesting I saw was the Kershaw launch. Could have gone with a three and a half inch blade tho
I love the blade shape on the salvage, would’ve bought it if it were D2 non assisted
Great video. Love to see people from inside the companies discuss knives from an insider's viewpoint.
Another thing I really love about this.....
Yaaaaawn… more 8cr and assisted for 2022.
I'd love to see that Parley done in a good steel. Like do a premium with a 20cv and a mid grade with a D2. I know, I'm a steel snob. I don't buy or carry 8cr or lower steels anymore. I spend time out on the ranch a lot and whatever knife I carry needs to be up to the tasks thrown at it.
I'm here for the federalist. Love some slip joint action.
Glass filled nylon blade? Wild.
Launch 14 and the Federalist rock. We need more of that Kershaw. Please come out with a premium version of the Bareknuckle. A ZT model would be perfect for it. As least come out with a Titanium version or the 20CV ones again.
I wasn't looking for a knife or a slipjoint or a Kershaw but that Federalist is calling to me.
Ditto
Im an "anywhere but china" buyer. I even paid international shipping for a kukri from Napal. Would appreciate if American companies moved production out of china where they are just stealing our IP.
With you brother
Ditto
Absolutely
the allegory was really nice
I like the Parley & Allegory knifes! 👍
I haven't cared for Kershaw designs for over 15years. I'm impressed with this lineup. 7:01 The Inception is style with ergos, great blade geometry, and the look is just my style. Also, The Federalist 11:52 I'm not a slip joint kind of guy but that knife is the resolution of tradition and modernity, integrated perfectly. Love this line up. Kershaw did well by bringing Andrew Keel on their team.
Exactly
This is their worse lineup in 15 years. They need to go back to their classic A-team of out of house designers like Onion, Rexford, Hinderer, etc.
@@stephenbarone4053 ditto
dang! kershaw going hard in the paint on their designs. Very creative.
8cr13 for $50 is a rip off now a days. When you can get D2 or 12c27 or 14c28 for the same of less. Kershaw content to be cheap!!! When they can do so much better!!
They said those are MSRP prices.
Grab a Button Lock Elementum in 14C28N for $49.99. I would understand if this was an American made knife but they have no excuse for this imported knives being dogshit.
@@capnbhab OK so what 60-50 dollar range for 8cr and 7cr??? That makes it MUCH better.....
@@lonetrader1 if you wanna waste your money on 8cr steel w/ Kershaw when their are so many better options for your money. Be my guest!!!
@@capnbhab maybe so. That just means you be able to find all of Kershaw's fine products at Walmart.
I’ve owned a few Kershaw knives that I really liked and I always check in on what they have going on as the other American companies I’m interested in now unfortunately Kershaw hasn’t made a whole lot of knives that really catch my eye that being said the federalist is in my opinion one of the nicest knives I’ve seen come from Kershaw in quite a while I’m looking forward to picking one up
I hear you on the Federalist... Ordered one within moments of seeing it! Cant wait to get it in my hands.
I'm definitely digging the auto clever, the one with micarta scales. Basically the ones at the end
Good on the bonus interview. I’m liking those slip joints.
Great idea DCA, asking about future episodes of ZT. I'm getting the disposable knife with the sheath definitely. Cheers for the presentation. Stay safe folks. Greetings from The Land Down Under.
I don't know why but I'm really interested in all of those slipjoints
Meh... Non knife people buy whatever is on the shelf. Make knives for knife people, please. Don't skew your designs toward gas station "fun". You won't lose your other sales, and you might actually have the enthusiasts buying all the way down into your budget line like we used to. $100 for D2 is a no go. $250 for a Launch is a no go. Hey Kershaw, Sandvik steels exist for a reason, please avail yourself to them. It's sad that the only thing catching my eye is a way overpriced double detent (with an odd half stop?) and some slip joints. The cleaver slip joint will probably be my only buy out of this group (if it's considerably lower than msrp)
Love kershaws a leek was my edc for years then I got a launch 2 and a payout
The kershaw payout that this kershaw designer references is actually really dope
ZT what's new pls.
I’m really really over the 8cr steel. It’s unfortunate that I can’t even muster any interest for this line up:/
I don't mind the steel, but anything without ball bearings and a good, reliable lock is a hard F*CK NO from me.
They'll break out some 3cr13 later this year, just wait......
@@lonetrader1 they slipped 3cr and went straight to plastic knives
I really like the slip joints.
This is awesome. I love the blade designs that Kershaw is doing. Although the steel's could definitely be better for the price range. Regardless, it's great to see knives that can work as food prep EDCs. Especially, the Launch 14.
Tell Andrew we want a large version of the launch 10
Ok. Im seeing some stuff that I can get excited about. I think this is gonna be a good year for Kershaw.
Launch 10 full size. Take my money
DITTO!
Launch 14 👏 preorder placed…
I understand them adding the steel insert to the nylon knives so they will be detectable by metal detectors but then what's the point? It seems like all those are good for is legal trouble.
Exactly
$50msrp for 8cr, made oversees?? yea...sorry I can't dig that. 14c, for sure... $100 for D2 flipper with G10?? how is that competitive? there are knives made in the 30-40 range that can match it..I just don't get it.. Launch 14 looks awesome..I will say that.
Can someone introduce Kershaw to Sandvik steels? With them It's either $50 8cr or $100 D2. I don't get it.
I just want the full launch lineup in more colors... bring back the launch 1 in orange!
argh, no news on the Lucha variants? I've had the 20CV one preordered since April... Kind of confusing why they're dragging their feet on a platform that sold successfully high numbers
They wanna make some exclusive collectable drops with 5cr13 probably......
That Launch 14 is just gorram handsome. I've found my first folding cleaver.
I been getting into slip joints knifes lately so these knifes are perfect
its about time for kershaw knives
My favorite is still the Kershaw leek Gray stonewash with full 14C28N
@@joshuasharrock466 cool
They're going with the periodical release like Spyderco. I think its a very smart way to go. Kudos Kershaw. Pretty excited about the brand. You're keeping up with the best.
that slip joint would be perfect if it had a back lock 😂
66th Aprove. Happy New Year David and to all the guys there at the Knife Center. I wish you all well this 2022.
Sweet Kershaw dress shirt. I want. 😎
8cr for $65???? that's insane!!! 100% not worth it.
Launch 14 obv.
But that slipjoint cleaver is one sexy knife.
THANK YOU
Kershaw rep has an infomercial vibe