5 Great New Kershaw Knives for under $50

KAI Cutlery, parent of Shun, Zero Tolerance and Kershaw Knives has decades of experience in providing top quality products for every consumer market point.  Kershaw released over 40 new products this year, and here’s our top 5 choices for under $50

#5 – Kershaw 3840 FreeFall

#4 – Kershaw 3850 Swerve – Similar to the 3840 Freefall, the 3850 Swerve has a broad drop point blade.

#3 – Kershaw 1556Ti Cryo II – Product variant of the 1555Ti Cryo, the Cyro II is larger but still retains the impressive heavy duty work aesthetic.

#2 – Kershaw 3890 Scrambler – Designed by RJ Martin, the Scrambler retains the custom knife coolness without forcing you to spend hundreds of dollars

#1 – Kershaw 3880 Thermite – The most popular of the new Kershaw offerings that we’ve seen thus far, the Thermite by Rick Hinderer is a runaway hit.  This is seriously the best bang for the buck out there right now – G10 handle, slim profile, Speed-Safe opening with flipper or thumbstuds, multi position pocket clip and Hinderer design all combine to make this a must have for a smart shopper. 

Finally, this list wouldn’t be complete without this honorable mention:

Kershaw 1660SWBLK – Kershaw discontinued the G10 Leek last year and it left a hole in the product line in our opinion. I wish that the 1660SWBLK was offered in S30V still, but the stonewash blade finish is much better than bead blasting. Truly an improvement over the standard 1660 Leek

Now taking preorders on the new Benchmade 62 Balisong

We’re scheduled to receive a few dozen of the new Benchmade 62 Balisong.  The 62 Bali-song is the replacement for the industry favorite Benchmade 42 Balisong, which was discontinued back in late 2009.  The new Benchmade 62 butterfly knife features a 4.2″ Weehawk Blade made of D2 Tool Steel, and Stainless Steel Handles (sandwich construction instead of the traditional channel design).

Benchmade has set MAAP Pricing on this item, but as always, we’re happy to match prices when possible!

More information here:
http://www.onestopknifeshop.com/store/benchmade-balisong-weehawk-62.html

Staff Notes: The Benchmade Model 42 was discontinued in late 2009.  What makes this notable? The movie Kick-Ass.  Shortly after Benchmade discontinued the 42 Balisong, the supply dried up.  Then Kick-Ass movie trailers started hitting the television and YouTube with the character “Hit Girl” asking her dad for a Benchmade Model 42 Butterfly Knife for her birthday.


Warning: Language and VIOLENCE!

You can guess the results. We were deluged with phone calls from people searching for this knife. Even non-knife people wanted one; if the inventory was available we could have sold thousands.

So, we’re pretty happy to have the premiere production Butterfly Knife company making a high end balisong again!

Benchmade 275BK Sibert Adamas in stock

Benchmade Sibert Adamas 275BKWe’ve received some more of the limited edition version of the Benchmade Sibert Adamas 275BK

These feature a Black coated D2 Blade and Black G10 handles. The standard production model features Desert Sand handles and is available in Plain (275BKSN) or Partially Serrated Edges (275SBKSN).

The Adamas™ Series of knives was designed by custom knife maker Shane Sibert to honor the courage and commitment exhibited by our fighting heroes. Benchmade Knife Company is proud to donate a portion of the proceeds from the sale of these knives to the Ranger Assistance Foundation.

More information here:
http://www.onestopknifeshop.com/store/benchmade-275bk-adamas.html

Benchmade 275 Sibert Adamas inbound

Benchmade 275BK Sibert Adamas
Benchmade 275 Sibert Adamas

We’ve got several of these bad boys inbound to us, feel free to go ahead and reserve yours today!

The Adamas™ Series of knives was designed by custom knife maker Shane Sibert to honor the courage and commitment exhibited by our fighting heroes. Benchmade Knife Company is proud to donate a portion of the proceeds from the sale of these knives to the Ranger Assistance Foundation.

http://www.onestopknifeshop.com/store/benchmade-275bk-adamas.html

Kershaw Piston 1860

Kershaw 1860 Piston
Kershaw 1860 Piston

Added pics and specs to the Kershaw Piston 1860

Unique cuts on the handle and blade give the new Piston a great look. For easy opening, it features SpeedSafe® assisted opening and a convenient flipper. While the Piston is a larger knife, its G-10 handles make it light enough for everyday carry. An Inset Liner Lock secures the blade when open. The Piston offers our quad-carry options and even has a lanyard attachment. Don’t see a hole in the handle? Exactly. There’s a hidden lanyard loop in the interior of the handle so nothing interrupts the Piston’s cool good looks. Made in the USA.

More information here:
http://1sks.com/store/kershaw-piston-1860.html

Spyderco B02GPFG Smallfly Foliage Green

Spyderco B02GPFG Small Fly
Spyderco B02GPFG Small Fly

We’ve received a dozen of the new Spyderco B02GPFG Smallfly with Foliage Green handles

The SmallFly integrates traditional butterfly knife elements with innovative Spyderco features, effectively Spyderizing a butterfly knife. The G-10 handles are elongated, modifying the Fly’s center of balance over traditional butterfly knives. This added handle length generates more momentum and equilibrium when swinging and manipulating. Wire pocket clip and spring-loaded locking latch attach to either handle for left/right carry. 154CM stainless blade is centerline ground equally dispersing blade weight for complimentary balance and symmetry.

More info here:
http://www.1sks.com/store/spyderco-b02gpfg-smallfly-foliage-green.html#

Benchmade 42-101 Gold Class Balisongs

Benchmade 42-101 Gold Class Balisong
Benchmade 42-101 Gold Class Balisong

We’ve gotten in 2 pieces of the Benchmade 42-101 Gold Class Balisongs

  • Etched Rob Thomas Reptillian Damascus classic weehawk blade with crowned spine
  • Hand convexed and polished edge
  • Hand finished etched Rob Thomas Reptillian Damascus latchless handles with blended anodized titanium backspacers
  • Hand polished bright hardware
  • Custom Ted Blocker leather and ray skin dual position half sheath
  • 100 piece limited run

If you are looking for a truly rare gift for the balisong / butterfly knife enthusiast, look no further.

More information here:
http://www.1sks.com/store/benchmade-42-101-balisong.html

SOG SE-61 Spec Elite II Autos are here!

SOG SE-61 Spec Elite II Auto
SOG SE-61 Spec Elite II Auto

SOG has added a larger “working” auto to their lineup with the Spec-Elite II model SE-61

“Just good enough” and “too fast” are not words in our vocabulary. Continuing to produce top line products for professionals is what we are fluent in. The new Spec Elite series is a tough contender when the sheet hits the fan. Manufactured from 6061-T6 hard-anodized aluminum these knives employ our state-of-the-art auto mechanism to ensure they open with conviction. New technology springs insure tens of thousands of reliable openings. Built-in safeties, reversible low carry clips and stout construction make them ideal for LE and military.

This is a larger knife than the ever-popular SOG-TAC series – it has a 4″ blade and measures 8.9″ overall.  That said, the price is phenomenal at $119.99, so it is destined to be a hit with cost-conscious shoppers.

More information here:
http://www.1sks.com/store/sog-se-61-spec-elite-auto-2.html

United Cutlery M48 Kommando Tactical Tomahawk

United Cutlery M48 Tactical Tomahawk
United Cutlery M48 Tactical Tomahawk

We’ve received a few of the United Cutlery M48 Tactical Tomahawks in, and I have to say, I’m pretty impressed.  For a sub-$100 tomahawk, this is a pretty great item.

THE TOMAHAWK FOR ULTIMATE CLOSE COMBAT – This M48 Hawk is the ultimate tactical weapon. Whether you’re breaching doors in Iraq or evacuating civilians in the National Guard, this 15″ hawk is indispensible. The double-edged spike tip pierces through even thick metals while the axe blade makes easy work of wooden doors or saplings while camping. It even throws well as a tomahawk because the rugged Kraton handle is nearly indestructable. The blade is attached to the handle with three separate bolts. Includes snap closure nylon belt sheath.

More information here:
http://www.1sks.com/store/united-cutlery-m48-hawk-tactical-tomahawk.html