mikey177 wrote: ↑Mon Jan 15, 2024 8:24 pmThe US-made Kershaw Bel-Air was recently announced. Looks like Kershaw is eyeing some of the Bugout's market share.
https://www.dlttrading.com/kershaw-6105-bel-air
Nice! Just what I’d carry in SoCal. DuraLock is Kershaw’s version of the ambidextrous Axis lock on KVT bearings. Very slim package with a 3” Blackwash Reverse Tanto MagnaCut blade, weighing under 3 ounces, aluminum scales and made in the U.S. Looks like it’ll be around $150-$165. It’s about the size of the Benchmade 945 with S30V & Aluminum scales which is $200+.
Here’s Kershaw’s MagnaCut:
CPM MAGNACUT
This Crucible powdered metallurgy steel eliminates chronium during heat treatment, allowing for vanadium and niobium to form greater carbides near the cutting edge. This formula creates an exceptional balance of edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance.
HRC: 60-63
TOUGHNESS: 8/10
EDGE RETENTION: 7.5/10
CORROSION RESISTANCE: 9/10
SHARPENING EASE: 2/10