(Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality, Pocket Clip, Sheath, Weight
Cons: None
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Kershaw 1190 Jens Anso Kapsule Sliding Button Lock Manual OTF Knife 1.9" Stonewashed Spear Point Blade, Black GFN Handles
Part #: KS1190 | Kershaw Knives
Description
KS1190: 1190 Jens Anso Kapsule OTF Knife
Kershaw Knives
The Kapsule is easy to cut with, easy to carry, and easy on the eyes. Designed by Jens Anso, this unique Kershaw opens with an out-the-front, manual sliding mechanism, securing the blade with a button lock. Its single-edge, spear point blade is safe and easy to use, making it an excellent box cutter. Despite its utility, the Kapsule doesn't look like a knife at first, a perfect non-threatening carry. The pivot, backspacer, and lanyard hole are highlighted with a blue PVD coating, and the handle features unique machining. This simple, yet effective Kershaw delivers utility in a convenient, compact package.
Features
- Manual out-the-front opening with sliding mechanism; button lock
- 8Cr13MoV blade takes a sharp edge and is easy to re-sharpen when needed; stonewashed finish helps hide use scratches
- Eye-catching, yet practicaJens Anso design
- Unique texturing on handle; blue PVD pivot, backspacer, and lanyard hole
- Single-position, deep-carry pocket clip allows for a subtle, comfortable carry in the pocket
Specifications
- Blade Length: 1.90" (4.8 cm)
- Closed Length: 3.25" (8.3 cm)
- Overall Length: 5.00" (12.7 cm)
- Blade Material: 8Cr13MoV Stainless Steel
- Blade Style: Single Edge Dagger
- Blade Finish: Stonewash
- Handle Material: Glass-Filled Nylon
- Locking Mechanism: Sliding Button Lock
- Pocket Clip: Tip-Down, Right Carry
- Weight: 2.0 oz. (57 g)
- Designer: Jens Anso
- Made in China
UPC Code: 087171060644
Related Categories
Kershaw Knives, Kershaw Jens Anso Kapsule OTF Knife Series, 8Cr Blade Steel, Zytel Handle Material, Folding Knives, Folding Knives Button, Jens Anso
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Customer Reviews
Marshall
South DakotaJun 12, 2026
Tony
Upstate New YorkDec 24, 2024
Pros: Blade Material, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Pocket Clip
Cons: Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Lock Type, Overall Quality
Needs work out of the box, but neat.
This is a cute, handy little knife. I use it when I'm doing paracord projects or I want something smaller in the pocket.First off, the factory edge is not great. Barely paper cutting with a sawing motion. Sharpening is not very easy on the factory blade, either, as it lacks a sharpening choice so the bottom 1/8 of the blade is hard to get to.My solution was to simple dremel out the curved portion at the base of the blade and create my own sharpening choil. After that, it was easy to get it to hair-popping sharpness. The metal itself seems to hold an edge OK against light daily use - I've cut a lot of paracord and it doesn't seem to need a touch up yet.Finally, the button issue - it's easy to disassemble the knife and apply some loctite to the button screw and not have to worry about it later on.The opening action is stiff at first - some lube and fidgeting gets it smoother and easier to handle.So, QC and minor design issues aside, it's a cute little knife if you know what you're getting into.
Johnjohn
Bothell, WaBothell, WaApr 29, 2023
Pros: None
Cons: None
If you plan to carry daily.
If you don't own 2 T6 drivers? Move on.Dismantle, remove fidgety button retaining screw and apply some kind of thread lock.Re-assemble.Flip blade over if you carry left :)
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