(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
Great knife
Nice knife like the feel very sharp fast shipping
Kershaw 7100BW Launch 1 AUTO Folding Knife 3.4" CPM-154 Blackwash Plain Blade, Aluminum Handles
Part #: KS7100BW | Kershaw Knives
Description
KS7100BW: Launch 1 AUTO
Kershaw Knives
Got an automatic attraction? Then look into Kershaw's Launch 1. This automatic knife features CPM154 blade steel, a strong opening kick, and is made-in-the-USA at Kershaw's Tualatin, Oregon manufacturing facility.
The CPM154 powdered metallurgy blade steel has 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 finished with Kershaw's BlackWash finish for rough-and-tumble good looks and an additional measure of blade protection.
To lighten the Launch 1's weight, the handles are durable anodized aluminum and are contoured to fit snugly in the hand.
The Launch 1 opens with a push button, which is 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. Nevertheless, automatic knives are dangerous and should be handled with extreme caution in all circumstances.
The Launch 1's pocketclip is left/right reversible.
Features
- Push-Button Lock - Found on the Kershaw Folding Saw, It locks the blade open during use, then releases with the push of a button.
- Made In The USA - When you see this on one of our knives, it means the knife was made in our Tualatin, Oregon manufacturing facility by skilled Kershaw knifemakers.
- Reversible - Pre-drilled holes in the handle enable the user to change either the tip position or the side on which the knife carries.
Specifications
- Blade Length: 3.4" (8.6 cm)
- Handle Length: 4.4" (11.2 cm)
- Overall Length: 8" (20.3 cm)
- Blade Steel: CPM-154, Black-Oxide BlackWash Finish
- Handle Material: Anodized Aluminum
- Weight: 3.9 oz. (113 g)
- Made in USA
UPC Code: 087171039534
Related Categories
Kershaw Knives, Kershaw Launch Automatics Series, CPM-154 Blade Steel, Aluminum Handle Material, Folding Knives, Folding Knives Automatic Knives, Made in USA
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Customer Reviews
Tom
FloridaFeb 25, 2026
Lee
AtlantaAug 21, 2025
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
Knife
Great
Tom
VirginiaAug 15, 2025
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality, Pocket Clip, Weight
Cons: None
Good Value
This is the second one I’ve ordered. It’s a quality knife and good value. You can pay twice the price for a Benchmade but this one will work just as well. Good customer service.
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