4.7(2,412)Amazon rating$63.13100+ bought last month
Our verdict
The Kershaw 1600 is a compact 420HC folder with a stainless handle and 1.9-inch blade, well rated at 4.7 stars but priced higher than most small folders.
Buyers who want a small, pocketable Kershaw folder with a 420HC blade and an all-stainless build for everyday carry.
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You need a larger cutting edge than 1.9 inches or want a lighter, lower-cost everyday knife.
Material 420HC
Handle Stainless Steel
Length 4.8 Inches
Weight 0.19 Ounces
Size 1.9"
Priced 160% above the category median ($24.31 across 37 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.7/5overall
Owner rating4.7/5
4.7 average across 2,412 owner ratings
Popularity1.8/5
2,412 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other hand tools and workshop hand tools we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
The Kershaw 1600 is a compact folding knife built around a 420HC blade with a stainless steel handle. It lists a 1.9-inch blade and a 4.8-inch overall length, making it one of the smaller folders in the category and easy to carry in a pocket.
At $63.13 it sits at the higher end for a knife this size, but it backs that price with a 4.7-star rating from 2,412 owners. Monthly demand of about 100 units is modest, consistent with a niche compact folder rather than a mass-market budget knife.
The 420HC steel is a practical, easy-to-sharpen stainless choice, and the stainless handle adds durability. The listed weight of 0.19 ounces reads unusually low and is likely a data quirk rather than the true carry weight.
Pros
420HC stainless blade is easy to sharpen and maintain
Compact 1.9-inch blade and 4.8-inch length for pocket carry
Stainless steel handle for a durable, solid build
4.7-star rating from 2,412 verified owners
Cons
$63.13 is high for a 1.9-inch folder
Listed weight of 0.19 ounces appears to be a data error
Modest demand at about 100 units sold monthly
Specifications
Material
420HC
Handle
Stainless Steel
Length
4.8 Inches
Weight
0.19 Ounces
Size
1.9"
Performance notes
The 1.9-inch 420HC blade suits light everyday cutting rather than heavy work, and 420HC is valued for taking a quick edge. The 4.8-inch overall length keeps it pocket-friendly, while the stainless handle prioritizes durability over light weight.
What buyers say
Owners rate the Kershaw 1600 at 4.7 stars across 2,412 reviews, a strong score for a compact folder. That level of feedback points to consistent satisfaction with its size and build among the buyers who choose it.
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