Kershaw Chive

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The Kershaw Chive is a classic, compact folding knife known for its fast, assisted opening action. Its small, flat design makes it easy to carry in your pocket or clipped to your gear. Featuring a drop-point blade, the Chive assisted flipper knife excels at everyday cutting tasks while remaining discreet and portable. This pocket knife is equipped with both an assisted flipper and thumb studs for quick, one-handed deployment. Available with either steel or aluminum handles, the Chive also doubles as a functional money clip, offering versatility in a sleek, minimalist package.
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Kershaw Chive FAQ

The Kershaw Chive is a compact Ken Onion design known for its 1.9 inch blade and SpeedSafe assisted opening. Despite its small stature, it features a recurve blade shape and hollow grind for improved cutting performance.

What are the primary materials used in the Kershaw Chive?
The Kershaw Chive series typically uses 420HC stainless steel or Damascus steel for its blades, providing a balance of corrosion resistance and edge retention. Handle materials vary between stainless steel and aluminum, often featuring finishes like bead blast, blackwash, or even gold plating.
Is the Kershaw Chive safe for pocket carry?
Yes, the Kershaw Chive includes a sliding tip safety lock that prevents the blade from accidentally deploying while in your pocket. This safety feature is particularly useful because the Chive is frequently carried loose in a pocket or clipped to gear using its tip-down pocket clip.
How does the SpeedSafe opening mechanism work?
The SpeedSafe mechanism allows for quick, one-handed deployment of the blade via a flipper tab or thumb studs. This assisted opening system is designed for snappy, reliable operation during everyday tasks. You can explore other Kershaw assisted opening knives to see how this technology is applied to various sizes and styles.
Why is the Kershaw Chive blade shaped with a recurve?
The recurve blade shape on the Kershaw Chive helps snag material and pull it into the edge, which increases the cutting power of the small blade. This geometry, combined with a thin blade stock and hollow grind, allows the Chive to excel at utilitarian slicing tasks.
Can the Kershaw Chive be used as a money clip?
Yes, the Kershaw Chive is designed with a slim and flat profile that allows it to function as a money clip. Its discreet size and lightweight construction make it a versatile choice for those looking to combine a small pocket knife with a minimalist wallet setup.
Where is the Kershaw Chive manufactured?
The Kershaw Chive is made in the USA. It is the smallest model in the long-running series of collaborations between Kershaw and renowned knife designer Ken Onion.