Kershaw Auto Launch 18 Black
Code: KS7551BLKRelated products
Product detailed description
Sharp, lightweight and lightning fast, the Launch 18 will be at the top of your wish list. Its spear point blade uses high-performance CPM 154 blade steel for a reliable edge.
The fully flat cut is reliably sharpened every time for a thin, sliced edge.
You can use the Launch 18 efficiently thanks to its ergonomic, contoured design. It also has other features such as an anodized handle finish, a ceramic bead titanium ring for adjusting the blade and an integrated backspacer.
A reversible pocket clip makes EDC more convenient.
Automatic knife made in the USA; lightweight construction
CPM 154 powder-coated metallurgical blade steel takes and holds the edge excellently, providing corrosion resistance, wear resistance and toughness
Anodized aluminum handle; integrated backspacer and ceramic bead titanium ring for blade adjustment
Low-profile button makes accidental blade ejection difficult; pocket clip for deep carry is easily rotated for left/right carry
Closed blade length: 10 cm
Blade length: 7 cm
Blade material: CPM-154 with black oxide coating
Blade hardness: 58 - 60 HRC
Handle made of black anodized aluminium
Automatic opening - Push button
Push-button lock
Pocket clip: reversible (right/left)
Made in USA
Additional parameters
| Category: | OTF - Speed Assist |
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| EAN: | 087171067148 |
| Blade material: | CPM-154 |
| Blade length: | 7 to 8 cm |
| Handle material: | alloy |
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The American brand Kershaw has earned international recognition through modern technology, user-friendly design, and long-term durability. Its range covers everyday carry pocket knives as well as kitchen knives built for frequent, demanding use. Practical performance stands at the core of the brand’s philosophy, noticeable from the first cut. Compact construction supports easy carry, while materials and assembly maintain a solid, dependable feel.
A key technical feature involves the SpeedSafe assisted opening system. This mechanism allows fast, smooth one-handed deployment without complex handling. Assisted opening improves control and safety, and the knives are generally not classified as automatic, which helps with legality across many regions. Blade geometry and steel selection focus on edge retention, consistent cutting behavior, and straightforward maintenance.
Kershaw kitchen knives address a wide audience, from home cooks to more advanced users. Various blade profiles and handle shapes support different cutting styles and preferences. Attention to ergonomics reduces hand fatigue during longer prep sessions, adding real value in everyday cooking. Being part of the Japanese KAI group alongside Zero Tolerance and Shun strengthens quality control and shared innovation.
| Manufacturing company : | Kai USA Ltd. (KAI Group) |
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