This is one of my favorite knife designs. The "Speed-Safe" mechanism provides fast and certain presentation. The extended lower guard keeps the hand from sliding onto the edge. The blade shape handles just about any task well. The grip is comfortable and secure in the hand. This knife just looks, and feels, cool.
Robert Bueltel drilled and tapped the handle so the clip can be reversed.
| Maker | Kershaw | |
|---|---|---|
| Designer | Ken Onion | |
| Model | Boa | |
| Item | 1580 | |
| Overall | Weight | 142g (5.0oz) |
| Length | 203mm (8.0") | |
| Thickness | 12mm (0.46") / 16mm (0.63") | |
| Closed | Length | 119mm (4.7") |
| Blade | Length | 86mm (3.4") |
| Thickness | 3mm (0.125") | |
| Grind | Hollow | |
| Material | CPM 440V | |
| Hardness | 55-57 HRC | |
| Finish | Polished | |
| Liners | Material | 410 Stainless Steel |
| Scales | Material | 6061-T6 Aluminum |
| Finish |
Teal/Purple/Black Anodized |
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| Opener |
Speed Safe, Index Trigger, and Right-Hand Stud |
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| Lock | Right-Hand Liner | |
| Clip | Customizer | Robert Bueltel |
| Material | 410 Stainless Steel | |
| Finish | Black | |
| Carry |
Right-Hand Tip-Up or Tip-Down |
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| Sheath | Maker | River City Sheaths |
| Material | Black Kydex | |
| Orientation | Variable | |
| Attachment |
Neck Chain or Mini-TekLok |
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