--- product_id: 1990074 title: "Kershaw Leek, BlackWash Pocket Knife (1660BLKW); 3 Sandvik 14C28N Steel Blade, 410 Stainless Steel Handle, BlackWash Finish, SpeedSafe Assisted Open, Frame and Tip Locks, Reversible Pocketclip; 3 OZ" brand: "kershaw" price: "111857CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 category: "Kershaw" url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/1990074-kershaw-leek-blackwash-pocket-knife-1660blkw-3-sandvik-14c28n-steel store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # 3" Sandvik 14C28N steel blade Cerakote BlackWash finish Dual locking safety system Kershaw Leek, BlackWash Pocket Knife (1660BLKW); 3 Sandvik 14C28N Steel Blade, 410 Stainless Steel Handle, BlackWash Finish, SpeedSafe Assisted Open, Frame and Tip Locks, Reversible Pocketclip; 3 OZ **Brand:** kershaw **Price:** 111857CFA **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ–€ Carry the edge of sophistication and safety everywhere you go. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Kershaw Leek, BlackWash Pocket Knife (1660BLKW); 3 Sandvik 14C28N Steel Blade, 410 Stainless Steel Handle, BlackWash Finish, SpeedSafe Assisted Open, Frame and Tip Locks, Reversible Pocketclip; 3 OZ by kershaw - **How much does it cost?** 111857CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/1990074-kershaw-leek-blackwash-pocket-knife-1660blkw-3-sandvik-14c28n-steel) ## Best For - kershaw enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted kershaw brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Stealth Style Icon:** Sleek all-black Cerakote finish blends durability with modern minimalism. - β€’ **Precision Edge Mastery:** Razor-sharp 3-inch Sandvik 14C28N blade for effortless cutting power. - β€’ **Ergonomic Everyday Carry:** Slim, contoured stainless steel handle fits naturally for all-day comfort and deep-pocket carry. - β€’ **Secure & Swift Deployment:** SpeedSafe assisted open with frame and tip locks ensures safe, one-handed operation. - β€’ **Trusted Legacy Craftsmanship:** Kershaw quality since 1974β€”engineered for professionals who demand reliability and style. ## Overview The Kershaw Leek BlackWash is a premium 3-inch folding pocket knife featuring a high-performance Sandvik 14C28N steel drop point blade with a durable Cerakote black finish. Its slim stainless steel handle is ergonomically contoured for comfort and equipped with SpeedSafe assisted opening and dual locking mechanisms for secure, one-handed use. Weighing just 3.2 ounces and measuring 7 inches open, it’s designed as a sleek, reliable everyday carry tool favored by professionals and enthusiasts alike. ## Description desertcart.com Constructed of 440A stainless steel, Kershaw's Ken Onion Black Leek folding knife features a unique three-inch black blade and handle. Kershaw's assisted opening system, SpeedSafe, assists the user to smoothly open the knife with a manual push on the blade's thumb stud or Index-Open system. SpeedSafe's torsion bar helps keep the knife closed, preventing it from being opened by accident. In order to open the knife, the user must apply manual pressure to the thumb stud to overcome the resistance of the torsion bar. After the blade is out of the handle, the torsion bar moves along its track and takes over. The blade opens smoothly and locks into position, ready for use. When closed, this 3.1-ounce Kershaw knife measures four inches long.About Kershaw Knives Since the company's founding in 1974, Kershaw Knives has been dedicated to quality that has led to a worldwide reputation for performance and innovation in tools and knives. From state-of-the-art manufacturing to advanced materials, customers rely on Kershaw for products that provide "technology with an edge." Today, Kershaw is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kai Corporation--for over 90 years. Japan's premier blade producer. Kai's innovative approach to product development has resulted in over 10,000 superior products. Product Description Sleek and understated, the all-black Kershaw Leek brings a modern edge to the classic EDC. The drop point blade design is made from high-performance Sandvik 14C28N steel, paired with a contoured steel handle that provides a secure, comfortable grip. Both are finished with Cerakote coating for a black-out look and increased wear resistance. Designed for safety, this EDC has a dual locking system – a frame lock that secures the blade while open and a tip-lock slider that keeps it closed when folded. Reversible pocketclip supports right-handed use in either tip-up or tip-down position. Built for those who value both form and function, the Kershaw Leek is a versatile and reliable EDC knife. Review: Black Kersaw Leek - A Beautiful every day carry knife! - So I have been wanting to get a small knife as an upgrade to my very old swiss army and looked around and read a ton of reviews on various knives. I ended up looking at Kershaw knives because they're associated with Ken Onion and Shun... I own Shun knives and find them to be spectacular knives so I thought why not give some Kershaw Ken Onion designs a try. As a side note, before looking for a knife upgrade I had no idea there would be so many options and I didn't even know there was a cult following of knife collectors/etc out there. I thought it would be hard to find reviews about knives but I came to find out that there were enough reviews out there to make my head spin! So... the point is, please know that this review is from the point of view of someone who is not a knife collector and knew very little about knives/steel/etc before this. All I knew was that I wanted to get a few new knives for me and my wife and I wanted to get something that was quality as I had become accustomed to using knives as sharp as my Shun's in my kitchen. I wanted to get something extra small, small, and medium in size so I went with the Chive, Leek, and Blur. Below you'll find mini reviews on each knife that I have bought including pros and cons. On to the actual reviews! Kershaw Chive Black -------------------- Pros: 1. Compact yet fits in hand nicely (I have normal size hands) 2. Stylish! The black is really sleek and even professional looking. 3. Incredibly sharp! I think this has 420HC steel... it's razor sharp as expected with anything Ken Onion Cons: 1. desertcart's picture make it look like the handle has contours to it because of the reflections... not so. It's flat on both sides... not sure if that's a con or not but be aware that if you think there are contours in the handle, there aren't! 2. Thumb studs are useless unless you have tiny hands... 3. Can be slippery 4. Fingerprint magnet! Conclusion: Though my cons list outweigh my pros, this knife still gets 5 stars. After all, it's still a razor sharp and compact knife that's stylish to boot! The cons I have for this knife are really just nitpicking... Couldn't be happier with this one! Kershaw Leek Black -------------------- Pros: 1. Perfect size for every day carry... not too small and not too big 2. Great looking knife. The flat black looks really good IMO. 3. Incredibly sharp! The 14C28N steel is great... it's razor sharp, slightly sharper than the Chive in my opinion Cons: 1. None, this knife is pretty great. Conclusion: This knife is pretty perfect as an every day carry knife. Looks great, feels great in the hand and is very very sharp. I actually gave this one to my wife so she could keep it on her every day for her commute to and from work as sometimes she has to walk to her car in some dark spots in my neighborhood in the city. I was afraid she wouldn't use it but she actually takes it with her every day and carries it in hand every day to her car. She has said that she likes it a lot and likes the locking mechanism because she knows that when its locked the blade won't accidentally come out. Kershaw Random Leek with partially serrated blade (grey) -------------------- Pros: 1. Perfect size for every day carry... not too small and not too big... as expected with the Leek 2. Great looking knife. The flat grey looks very good in person. 3. Incredibly sharp! This leek came with s30v steel and it has not disappointed me. While I feel that all Kershaw Ken Onion knives will be razor sharp, this s30v blade seems and even looks to be sharper than the others I've mentioned in this review Cons: 1. The grey does look nice but the handle kind of has the texture of a chalk board. I'm hoping this goes away with continued use as I really don't like the feel of chalk board... Conclusion: Besides the texture of the handle, this knife seems to be perfect in every way for me. I like that it's only partially serrated with a scallop serrated edge rather than the pointy serrated edges. I never really find the pointy serrated edges that useful. The scalloped serrated edge seems much more useful to me as it gives just enough serration to cut through things without getting caught on them which is my experience with other serrated edge knives. As of right now, this knife wins as my every day carry knife. Kershaw Blur with s30v Steel -------------------- Pros: 1. Good size, has some heft to it unlike the Leek and Chive 2. The Easy-grip Trac-Tec inserts are great... give it a nice feel in the hand 3. Incredibly sharp! Having read up on the s30v steel I definitely wanted to see this one for myself. The blade on this is slightly longer than the leek and it has more of a curve to it, which makes it useful in certain situations over my trusty leek. Cons: 1. Would have liked to have a quick release speed safe mechanism on this knife like the leek and chive. The thumb studs are ok but take some getting used to if you haven't used anything like them before like me. 2. No lock... a con for me but probably a pro for others. Conclusion: All in all this knife is great. I use this knife for when I need something a bit more heavy duty than the leek and chive. SO... Which one is my favorite? If I had to choose it'd be the s30v leek with serrated edge. For me, the leek has the best size for an every day carry knife and the s30v blade just tops it off. The Chive, Leek, and Blur really do have different purposes for me though. The Chive is something I can keep in the office, the Leek is an every day carry, while the blur is more heavy duty for camping/etc when you need a heftier blade. In any case, after getting these knives I think I'll be set for quite some time in the knife department! Review: The black finish looks cool but don't expect it to remain in perfect condition ... - I purchased this as EDC. I knew I didn't need a rugged or tactical knife. I open a lot of boxes, mailers, straps, etc. This little knife perfectly suits my needs. The black finish looks cool but don't expect it to remain in perfect condition for very long. Especially on the blade, the finish will be messed up within a couple days of moderate use. I'm not too bothered by it. I've read a lot of reviews saying the blade comes "shaving sharp" right out of the box. Mine was pretty dull and struggled to cut through a hanging piece of paper. Fortunately, the blade is easy to sharpen and holds a decent edge. The blade lock was loose and useless when it arrived. It would easily toggle one way or the other while being carried. The screw for the lock is adjustable and could be tightened all the way down if you're not wanting to use it. I've been carrying it for a few days now without using the lock and haven't had any problems or accidental opens. The flipper takes more pressure than I anticipated to flip the blade open, so I'm not too worried about it opening in my pocket. It's surprisingly thin and light. It isn't noticeable in the pocket, yet feels sturdy and well made in the hand. The spring assist works great. Super easy to open and close with one hand whether you prefer the thumb stud or the flipper. I was on the fence with this knife or the Benchmade Mini Griptillian. The Leek is about half the price, looks better in my opinion, and is a great EDC for someone needing a well built, light duty knife. Sure, the Benchmade blade is better steel, but for my purposes I doubt I will ever notice. 5 stars, though I would probably get the plain steel finish if given the chance again as this DLC finish will not last long. ## Features - LEEK POCKET KNIFE: With a 3” blade and blacked-out design, the Kershaw Leek might just be your new favorite EDC. Slim design and deep-pocket carry make this an ideal folding pocket knife for daily tasks or outdoor adventures. - DROP POINT PLAIN EDGE BLADE: Made from high-performance Sandvik 14C28N steel, the drop point blade is highly durable, resharpens easily and holds its edge. Cerakote finish gives the blade an all-black look. - CONTOURED STEEL HANDLE: Blade is paired with a stainless steel handle featuring a contoured shape that fits naturally in hand. Matching Cerakote finish gives the knife a seamless look. - DESIGNED FOR SAFETY: This folding knife is equipped with assisted opening for quick, secure blade deployment. Frame lock secures blade open while in use and tip-lock slider keeps blade locked closed when folded. - KERSHAW QUALITY: Since 1974, Kershaw has been committed to designing quality knives, built for those who take pride in what they carry. Leek measures 7” overall, with a 3” blade and 3 oz weight. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0009VC9YK | | Age Range (Description) | Adult | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Best Sellers Rank | #27,260 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #465 in Folding Hunting Knives | | Blade Edge | Plain | | Blade Length | 3 inches | | Blade Material | Sandvik 14C28N | | Blade Shape | Drop Point | | Blade Type | Drop Point | | Brand | Kershaw | | Brand Name | Kershaw | | Color | Black | | Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 2,026 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00087171166049 | | Hand Orientation | Right Hand | | Handle Material | Stainless Steel | | Included Components | KS1660CKT | | Item Length | 7 inches | | Item Shape | Elongated (open), Rectangular (closed) | | Item Type Name | Leek Framelock Assisted Opening Black | | Item Weight | 3.2 ounces | | Manufacturer | Kershaw | | Model Name | KS1660CKT | | Model Number | 1660CKT | | Number of Items | 1 | | Part Number | 5000000748 | | Power Source | AC/DC | | Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only | | Recommended Uses For Product | Everyday, Work | | Reusability | Reusable | | Size | 3" | | Special Feature | Lightweight | | Special Features | Lightweight | | Style | Pocketknife | | UPC | 087171166049 | | Unit Count | 1 Ounce | | Warranty Description | Limited Lifetime Kershaw | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** Adult - **Blade Material:** Sandvik 14C28N - **Brand:** Kershaw - **Color:** Black - **Handle Material:** Stainless Steel - **Included Components:** KS1660CKT - **Model Name:** KS1660CKT - **Recommended Uses For Product:** Everyday, Work - **Special Feature:** Lightweight - **Style:** Pocketknife ## Images ![Kershaw Leek, BlackWash Pocket Knife (1660BLKW); 3 Sandvik 14C28N Steel Blade, 410 Stainless Steel Handle, BlackWash Finish, SpeedSafe Assisted Open, Frame and Tip Locks, Reversible Pocketclip; 3 OZ - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/515VHbQkKRL.jpg) ![Kershaw Leek, BlackWash Pocket Knife (1660BLKW); 3 Sandvik 14C28N Steel Blade, 410 Stainless Steel Handle, BlackWash Finish, SpeedSafe Assisted Open, Frame and Tip Locks, Reversible Pocketclip; 3 OZ - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81KieC9cMyL.jpg) ![Kershaw Leek, BlackWash Pocket Knife (1660BLKW); 3 Sandvik 14C28N Steel Blade, 410 Stainless Steel Handle, BlackWash Finish, SpeedSafe Assisted Open, Frame and Tip Locks, Reversible Pocketclip; 3 OZ - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81FX5NfzZcL.jpg) ![Kershaw Leek, BlackWash Pocket Knife (1660BLKW); 3 Sandvik 14C28N Steel Blade, 410 Stainless Steel Handle, BlackWash Finish, SpeedSafe Assisted Open, Frame and Tip Locks, Reversible Pocketclip; 3 OZ - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91jDSPaVDBL.jpg) ![Kershaw Leek, BlackWash Pocket Knife (1660BLKW); 3 Sandvik 14C28N Steel Blade, 410 Stainless Steel Handle, BlackWash Finish, SpeedSafe Assisted Open, Frame and Tip Locks, Reversible Pocketclip; 3 OZ - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91GDnD9bmPL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Black Kersaw Leek - A Beautiful every day carry knife! *by G***N on October 27, 2012* So I have been wanting to get a small knife as an upgrade to my very old swiss army and looked around and read a ton of reviews on various knives. I ended up looking at Kershaw knives because they're associated with Ken Onion and Shun... I own Shun knives and find them to be spectacular knives so I thought why not give some Kershaw Ken Onion designs a try. As a side note, before looking for a knife upgrade I had no idea there would be so many options and I didn't even know there was a cult following of knife collectors/etc out there. I thought it would be hard to find reviews about knives but I came to find out that there were enough reviews out there to make my head spin! So... the point is, please know that this review is from the point of view of someone who is not a knife collector and knew very little about knives/steel/etc before this. All I knew was that I wanted to get a few new knives for me and my wife and I wanted to get something that was quality as I had become accustomed to using knives as sharp as my Shun's in my kitchen. I wanted to get something extra small, small, and medium in size so I went with the Chive, Leek, and Blur. Below you'll find mini reviews on each knife that I have bought including pros and cons. On to the actual reviews! Kershaw Chive Black -------------------- Pros: 1. Compact yet fits in hand nicely (I have normal size hands) 2. Stylish! The black is really sleek and even professional looking. 3. Incredibly sharp! I think this has 420HC steel... it's razor sharp as expected with anything Ken Onion Cons: 1. Amazon's picture make it look like the handle has contours to it because of the reflections... not so. It's flat on both sides... not sure if that's a con or not but be aware that if you think there are contours in the handle, there aren't! 2. Thumb studs are useless unless you have tiny hands... 3. Can be slippery 4. Fingerprint magnet! Conclusion: Though my cons list outweigh my pros, this knife still gets 5 stars. After all, it's still a razor sharp and compact knife that's stylish to boot! The cons I have for this knife are really just nitpicking... Couldn't be happier with this one! Kershaw Leek Black -------------------- Pros: 1. Perfect size for every day carry... not too small and not too big 2. Great looking knife. The flat black looks really good IMO. 3. Incredibly sharp! The 14C28N steel is great... it's razor sharp, slightly sharper than the Chive in my opinion Cons: 1. None, this knife is pretty great. Conclusion: This knife is pretty perfect as an every day carry knife. Looks great, feels great in the hand and is very very sharp. I actually gave this one to my wife so she could keep it on her every day for her commute to and from work as sometimes she has to walk to her car in some dark spots in my neighborhood in the city. I was afraid she wouldn't use it but she actually takes it with her every day and carries it in hand every day to her car. She has said that she likes it a lot and likes the locking mechanism because she knows that when its locked the blade won't accidentally come out. Kershaw Random Leek with partially serrated blade (grey) -------------------- Pros: 1. Perfect size for every day carry... not too small and not too big... as expected with the Leek 2. Great looking knife. The flat grey looks very good in person. 3. Incredibly sharp! This leek came with s30v steel and it has not disappointed me. While I feel that all Kershaw Ken Onion knives will be razor sharp, this s30v blade seems and even looks to be sharper than the others I've mentioned in this review Cons: 1. The grey does look nice but the handle kind of has the texture of a chalk board. I'm hoping this goes away with continued use as I really don't like the feel of chalk board... Conclusion: Besides the texture of the handle, this knife seems to be perfect in every way for me. I like that it's only partially serrated with a scallop serrated edge rather than the pointy serrated edges. I never really find the pointy serrated edges that useful. The scalloped serrated edge seems much more useful to me as it gives just enough serration to cut through things without getting caught on them which is my experience with other serrated edge knives. As of right now, this knife wins as my every day carry knife. Kershaw Blur with s30v Steel -------------------- Pros: 1. Good size, has some heft to it unlike the Leek and Chive 2. The Easy-grip Trac-Tec inserts are great... give it a nice feel in the hand 3. Incredibly sharp! Having read up on the s30v steel I definitely wanted to see this one for myself. The blade on this is slightly longer than the leek and it has more of a curve to it, which makes it useful in certain situations over my trusty leek. Cons: 1. Would have liked to have a quick release speed safe mechanism on this knife like the leek and chive. The thumb studs are ok but take some getting used to if you haven't used anything like them before like me. 2. No lock... a con for me but probably a pro for others. Conclusion: All in all this knife is great. I use this knife for when I need something a bit more heavy duty than the leek and chive. SO... Which one is my favorite? If I had to choose it'd be the s30v leek with serrated edge. For me, the leek has the best size for an every day carry knife and the s30v blade just tops it off. The Chive, Leek, and Blur really do have different purposes for me though. The Chive is something I can keep in the office, the Leek is an every day carry, while the blur is more heavy duty for camping/etc when you need a heftier blade. In any case, after getting these knives I think I'll be set for quite some time in the knife department! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The black finish looks cool but don't expect it to remain in perfect condition ... *by A***R on January 4, 2016* I purchased this as EDC. I knew I didn't need a rugged or tactical knife. I open a lot of boxes, mailers, straps, etc. This little knife perfectly suits my needs. The black finish looks cool but don't expect it to remain in perfect condition for very long. Especially on the blade, the finish will be messed up within a couple days of moderate use. I'm not too bothered by it. I've read a lot of reviews saying the blade comes "shaving sharp" right out of the box. Mine was pretty dull and struggled to cut through a hanging piece of paper. Fortunately, the blade is easy to sharpen and holds a decent edge. The blade lock was loose and useless when it arrived. It would easily toggle one way or the other while being carried. The screw for the lock is adjustable and could be tightened all the way down if you're not wanting to use it. I've been carrying it for a few days now without using the lock and haven't had any problems or accidental opens. The flipper takes more pressure than I anticipated to flip the blade open, so I'm not too worried about it opening in my pocket. It's surprisingly thin and light. It isn't noticeable in the pocket, yet feels sturdy and well made in the hand. The spring assist works great. Super easy to open and close with one hand whether you prefer the thumb stud or the flipper. I was on the fence with this knife or the Benchmade Mini Griptillian. The Leek is about half the price, looks better in my opinion, and is a great EDC for someone needing a well built, light duty knife. Sure, the Benchmade blade is better steel, but for my purposes I doubt I will ever notice. 5 stars, though I would probably get the plain steel finish if given the chance again as this DLC finish will not last long. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality knife, perfect for gifting to your special person! *by C***N on February 19, 2026* Great knife! Sturdy sharp and reliable. Got as a gift for the Hubble, he’s happy with the quality and feel. He says it’s weighted nicely and fits well in his hand. It clips to pant or jacket pocket for a secure feel also. Very handy to keep with you always. Perfect for gifting to your person, woman or man. ## Frequently Bought Together - Kershaw Leek Black EDC Pocketknife, 3" Sandvik 14C28N Steel Blade, Assisted Opening Folding Knife - Kershaw Leek Pocket Knife, 3" 14C28N Stainless Steel Drop Point Blade, Spring Assisted Knife, Folding EDC - Kershaw Leek Olive EDC Pocketknife, 3" Sandvik 14C28N Steel Blade, Assisted Opening Folding Knife, Dual Lock System --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/1990074-kershaw-leek-blackwash-pocket-knife-1660blkw-3-sandvik-14c28n-steel](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/1990074-kershaw-leek-blackwash-pocket-knife-1660blkw-3-sandvik-14c28n-steel) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-09-11*