Kershaw Scallion: Speed Zone

Published on February 19, 2009
Duration: 15:13

The Kershaw Scallion 1620 is presented as a high-quality, USA-made EDC knife with a Ken Onion design. It features a 420HC blade with a recurve shape and SpeedSafe assisted opening, secured by a liner lock. While praised for its fit and finish, the recurve blade is noted as harder to sharpen, and the pocket clip is considered oversized for its size.

Quick Summary

The Kershaw Scallion 1620 is a USA-made EDC knife featuring a 2.25-inch 420HC blade with a recurve shape and SpeedSafe assisted opening. It has aluminum handle scales and weighs 2.7 oz, offering a robust feel despite its lightweight design.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: EDC Philosophy & Blade Check
  2. 02:19Kershaw Scallion 1620 Overview
  3. 04:10Comparison: Scallion vs. SOG Flash 1
  4. 05:26Blade Design & 420HC Steel Analysis
  5. 08:05SpeedSafe Opening & Liner Lock
  6. 11:09Pocket Clip & Aluminum Handles
  7. 12:28Color Variations & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Kershaw Scallion 1620?

The Kershaw Scallion 1620 features a 2.25-inch 420HC stainless steel blade with a recurve shape, SpeedSafe assisted opening, a liner lock, and 6000 series anodized aluminum handle scales. It weighs 2.7 oz and is made in the USA.

Is the Kershaw Scallion 1620 easy to sharpen?

The 420HC steel is durable, but the recurve shape of the Scallion's blade makes it more challenging to sharpen than a straight edge. Proper sharpening tools and technique are recommended.

How does the Kershaw Scallion compare to the SOG Flash 1?

The Scallion (2.7 oz) is heavier than the SOG Flash 1 (1.2 oz). While the Flash 1 is lighter, the Scallion offers a more robust feel and different ergonomics, despite the Flash 1's lighter weight.

What is the SpeedSafe mechanism on the Kershaw Scallion?

SpeedSafe is Kershaw's assisted opening system. It uses a torsion bar to help the blade open smoothly and quickly once the user applies manual pressure to the thumb stud, making it fast and reliable.

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