An exciting new entry in Kershaw's automatic series is the Launch 5. Designed by Emerson and USA-built by Kershaw, this handsome auto takes Emerson's tactical looks to the next level of refinement. The Launch 5's CPM154 powdered metallurgy blade steel offers more uniform distribution of carbides - so it takes and holds an excellent edge. It also provides good corrosion resistance, wear resistance, and toughness. The blade is stonewashed for good looks and to hide use-scratches.
To lighten the Launch 5's weight, the handles and integrated backspacer are made of durable anodized aluminum. A machined texture on the handles provides a secure grip. The Launch 5 opens with a push button, recessed so that it is level with the flat of the handle. This is a safety feature and makes it harder for the knives to accidentally deploy. Left-handers can use their index finger instead of their thumb to press the blade-release/lock button. A reversible pocketclip is included and a lanyard tie-off is built into the butt end of the knife.
Due to many and varied Federal and State laws regarding the transportation of automatic knives, Sherper's can only ship this knife within the state of Wisconsin. Any orders placed with shipping outside of Wisconsin cannot be fulfilled.
- Made in the USA
- Designed by Emerson, Built by Kershaw
- Automatic push button open
- Push button lock release
- Reversible pocketclip, (left/right)
- Integrated backspacer
- Steel: CPM154, stonewashed finish
- Handle: Anodized aluminum
- Blade length: 3.4 in. (8.6 cm)
- Closed length: 5.1 in. (13 cm)
- Open length: 8.5 in. (21.6 cm)
- Weight: 4.1 oz. (116.2 g)
