Legendary Ken Onion Design. Fast Assisted Opening. Precision Cutting. Proudly Made in the USA.
The Kershaw Leek is one of Kershaw’s most recognizable everyday carry pocketknives, combining sleek styling, dependable cutting performance, and the convenience of assisted opening technology.
Designed by award-winning custom knifemaker Ken Onion, the Leek features a slim profile, a versatile 3-inch blade, and a comfortable handle that makes it an excellent choice for everyday use.
Whether you’re opening packages, cutting tape, trimming cord, or handling routine cutting tasks, the Kershaw Leek delivers practical performance in a lightweight, easy-to-carry design.
One of the Leek’s most popular features is Kershaw’s assisted opening system, which allows the blade to open smoothly using the built-in flipper.
The knife’s distinctive modified Wharncliffe blade features a slim, fine tip and a nearly straight cutting edge, making it especially useful for controlled, precise cutting.
Standard Leek models feature 14C28N stainless steel, offering a practical combination of edge retention, corrosion resistance, and ease of sharpening.
Available in multiple colors, handle materials, and blade finishes, the Kershaw Leek allows customers to choose a style that matches their personal preferences.
From traditional stainless steel and black finishes to colorful anodized aluminum handles, there’s a Kershaw Leek for nearly every everyday carry collection.
Designed by Legendary Knifemaker Ken Onion
The Kershaw Leek was designed by Ken Onion, one of the most influential designers in modern folding knives.
His innovative approach to ergonomics and assisted opening helped establish the Leek as a longtime favorite among everyday carry enthusiasts.
The knife’s clean lines, comfortable handle, and practical blade shape reflect his emphasis on functional design.
Fast Assisted Opening
The Leek features Kershaw’s assisted opening technology.
Simply apply pressure to the flipper to initiate blade opening, and the assisted mechanism completes the action.
This provides convenient access to the blade for everyday cutting tasks.
Precision 3-Inch Blade
The Leek’s 3-inch modified Wharncliffe blade is one of its most distinctive features.
Its nearly straight cutting edge and fine tip make it especially useful for opening packages, cutting tape, trimming materials, and performing detailed cutting work.
The blade’s slim profile provides excellent control during routine utility tasks.
14C28N Stainless Steel
Standard Kershaw Leek models feature 14C28N stainless steel, a popular blade steel known for its practical combination of cutting performance, corrosion resistance, and sharpening characteristics.
This makes the Leek a dependable option for regular everyday use.
Specialty Leek models may feature different blade steels.
Multiple Colors and Finishes Available
One of the biggest attractions of the Kershaw Leek is its variety of colors and finishes.
Depending on the model, customers can choose from traditional stainless steel, black, and a selection of colorful anodized aluminum handles.
Different finishes allow customers to select a knife that matches their everyday carry style.
Slim and Comfortable Handle
The Leek’s slender handle is designed to fit comfortably in the hand while remaining easy to carry.
Its streamlined shape helps minimize bulk in a pocket.
Colorful aluminum models are particularly lightweight, making them appealing to customers who prefer a minimalist everyday carry knife.
Secure Frame Lock or Liner Lock
Depending on the specific model, the Kershaw Leek uses a frame lock or liner lock to secure the blade in the open position.
Both mechanisms are designed to provide reliable blade retention during normal cutting tasks.
Sliding Tip-Lock Safety
The Leek features a sliding Tip-Lock mechanism that helps prevent the blade from opening accidentally while the knife is closed.
This additional feature is especially useful on an assisted opening pocketknife.
Convenient Pocket Clip
The Kershaw Leek includes a reversible pocket clip designed for right-hand tip-up or tip-down carry.
This allows users to choose their preferred carrying orientation.
Its slim design makes it easy to carry throughout the day.
Lightweight Everyday Carry
With a 4-inch closed length and an overall length of 7 inches, the Leek provides a useful balance of blade size and portability.
Common aluminum-handle models weigh approximately 2.4 ounces, while stainless steel models weigh approximately 3 ounces.
This makes the Leek comfortable for regular everyday carry.
Proudly Made in the USA
The Kershaw Leek is manufactured in the United States.
Its American-made construction, distinctive Ken Onion design, and practical features have made it a popular choice among knife enthusiasts for years.
A Favorite Among Kershaw Collectors
The Leek’s wide variety of colors, finishes, and special editions makes it especially appealing to collectors.
Many enthusiasts enjoy owning multiple Leek variations, each offering a different appearance while retaining the familiar design.
An Excellent Gift for Knife Enthusiasts
The Kershaw Leek makes a thoughtful gift for anyone who appreciates practical everyday tools.
Its sleek appearance, assisted opening system, and variety of colors make it a popular choice for birthdays, Father’s Day, Christmas, graduations, and other special occasions.
Everyday carry, opening packages, cutting tape, precision utility cutting, office and warehouse tasks, pocketknife collections, Kershaw enthusiasts, Ken Onion knife collectors, birthdays, Father’s Day, Christmas gifts, and anyone looking for a slim American-made assisted opening pocketknife.
Original price was: $19.99.$15.99Current price is: $15.99.
Original price was: $19.99.$15.99Current price is: $15.99.
