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Product Description
The Kershaw Leek 1660SWBLK is a slim, lightweight assisted-opening knife that has become one of Kershaw’s most recognizable everyday-carry designs. This version pairs the Leek’s proven design with a black anodized aluminum handle and stonewashed blade for a clean, understated appearance.
The 3-inch Sandvik 14C28N stainless steel blade offers a versatile cutting profile for everyday tasks, while the stonewashed finish helps conceal the scratches and marks that naturally occur with regular use. The plain-edge blade provides a clean cutting surface and is well suited for general utility work.
Kershaw’s SpeedSafe assisted-opening mechanism allows the blade to be deployed quickly by applying pressure to either the ambidextrous thumb stud or the built-in flipper. A liner lock secures the blade open during use.
Slim, Lightweight Design
The Leek is designed with everyday carry in mind. The 6061-T6 anodized aluminum handle keeps the knife lightweight while providing a durable frame. At only 2.4 ounces, the Leek is easy to carry without adding unnecessary bulk to your pocket.
Stonewashed 14C28N Blade
The 3-inch Sandvik 14C28N stainless steel blade features a stonewashed finish and plain edge. 14C28N is a high-performance stainless steel known for its balance of edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance.
SpeedSafe Assisted Opening
The Leek features Kershaw’s SpeedSafe assisted-opening system, which provides smooth, quick blade deployment after the opening action is initiated. The knife can be opened using either the thumb stud or flipper.
Specifications
- Brand: Kershaw
- Model: 1660SWBLK
- Name: Leek
- Knife Type: Assisted Opening Folding Knife
- Blade Length: 3”
- Closed Length: 4”
- Blade Material: Sandvik 14C28N Stainless Steel
- Blade Finish: Stonewashed
- Edge Type: Plain
- Handle Material: 6061-T6 Aluminum
- Handle Finish: Black Anodized
- Opening Mechanism: SpeedSafe Assisted Opening
- Lock Type: Liner Lock
- Weight: 2.4 oz.
- Country of Origin: USA
Knife Depot Take
The Kershaw Leek 1660SWBLK is a classic for a reason. It’s slim, lightweight, easy to carry, and offers the kind of smooth assisted opening that made the Leek one of Kershaw’s best-known everyday-carry knives. The black aluminum handle and stonewashed blade give this version a more subdued look than the original Leek.
Our take: If you want a proven American-made EDC knife without a lot of bulk, the Leek remains a hard knife to beat. The 1660SWBLK adds a particularly good-looking black-and-stonewashed finish to an already excellent design.
Specifications
| Blade Thickness | 0.09 |
| Brand | Kershaw |
| Designer | Ken Onion |
| Model | Leek |
| Model Number | 1660SWBLK |
| Opener | Flipper, Thumb Stud |
| Assisted Opened | Yes |
| Blade Color | Silver |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
| Blade Length | 3 |
| Blade Material | 14C28N |
| Closed Length | 4 |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Handle Color | Black |
| Handle Material | Aluminum |
| Knife Weight | 2.4 |
| Knife Type | Folding |
| Lock Type | Liner Lock |
| Pocket Clip Include | Yes |
| Point | Drop |
| Sheath Included | No |
| Total Length | 7 |
About brand
Established in 1974 in Oregon, Kershaw has built a strong reputation for producing reliable and affordable knives that cater to various needs, from everyday carry and outdoor activities to tactical and professional use.
Throughout its history, Kershaw has been at the forefront of knife innovation. The brand is acclaimed for its use of advanced materials such as high-performance stainless steels and durable handle materials like G-10, carbon fiber, and aluminum. Kershaw knives often feature smooth assisted opening mechanisms, ensuring quick and effortless deployment, a feature that has become a signature characteristic of the brand.
Some of Kershaw's top models include the Blur, Leek, Emerson collaborations, and Launch series. The brand expertly vacillates between offering budget-friendly folders and higher-quality knives made in the United States.
Kershaw’s ability to blend cutting-edge technology with practical design has solidified its position as one of the leading knife manufacturers in the industry, continuing to attract a loyal following of users seeking top-tier performance at an affordable price.
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