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Kershaw Dividend Knife Olive (3" Composite) - Factory Second On Sale Online Only $74.99 at BladeHQ

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Kershaw Dividend Knife Olive (3" Composite) - Factory Second On Sale Online Only

Please Note: This Dividend knife is a "Factory Second" knife, which means it will not include a box and paperwork. It may have minor imperfections or blemishes, but it functions flawlessly.

Features:
Composite CPM D2 and Bohler N690 steel Wharncliffe blade.
Flipper tab for SpeedSafe assisted opening action.
OD green aluminum handle.
Secure liner lock.
Four-way reversible pocket clip.

Description:
The Kershaw Dividend is designed after the hugely successful Link model, but offers users a slimmer build. Proudly made in the USA by Kershaw, the Dividend is built with a slender steel blade for daily slicing and piercing tasks. Its handle features a gentle curve that fits nicely in the hand for comfortable extended use. The Dividend is outfitted with a reversible tip-up pocket clip for secure everyday carry.

Specifications:
Overall Length: 7.25"
Blade Length: 3.00"
Blade Thickness: 0.09"
Blade Material: Bohler N690, D2
Blade Style: Wharncliffe
Blade Grind: Hollow
Finish: Stonewash
Edge Type: Plain
Handle Length: 4.25"
Handle Thickness: 0.36"
Handle Material: Aluminum
Color: OD Green
Frame/Liner: Steel
Weight: 2.95 oz.
User: Right Hand, Left Hand
Pocket Clip: Tip-Up
Knife Type: Spring Assisted
Opener: Flipper
Lock Type: Liner Lock
Brand: Kershaw
Model: Dividend
Model Number: X1812OLCBB
Country of Origin: USA
Best Use: Everyday Carry
Product Type: Knife

https://www.bladehq.com/item--Ker...-3--177213
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Kershaw Dividend Knife Olive (3" Composite) - Factory Second On Sale Online Only

Please Note: This Dividend knife is a "Factory Second" knife, which means it will not include a box and paperwork. It may have minor imperfections or blemishes, but it functions flawlessly.

Features:
Composite CPM D2 and Bohler N690 steel Wharncliffe blade.
Flipper tab for SpeedSafe assisted opening action.
OD green aluminum handle.
Secure liner lock.
Four-way reversible pocket clip.

Description:
The Kershaw Dividend is designed after the hugely successful Link model, but offers users a slimmer build. Proudly made in the USA by Kershaw, the Dividend is built with a slender steel blade for daily slicing and piercing tasks. Its handle features a gentle curve that fits nicely in the hand for comfortable extended use. The Dividend is outfitted with a reversible tip-up pocket clip for secure everyday carry.

Specifications:
Overall Length: 7.25"
Blade Length: 3.00"
Blade Thickness: 0.09"
Blade Material: Bohler N690, D2
Blade Style: Wharncliffe
Blade Grind: Hollow
Finish: Stonewash
Edge Type: Plain
Handle Length: 4.25"
Handle Thickness: 0.36"
Handle Material: Aluminum
Color: OD Green
Frame/Liner: Steel
Weight: 2.95 oz.
User: Right Hand, Left Hand
Pocket Clip: Tip-Up
Knife Type: Spring Assisted
Opener: Flipper
Lock Type: Liner Lock
Brand: Kershaw
Model: Dividend
Model Number: X1812OLCBB
Country of Origin: USA
Best Use: Everyday Carry
Product Type: Knife

https://www.bladehq.com/item--Ker...-3--177213

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Oct 8, 2024
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Oct 8, 2024
e rock
Oct 8, 2024
640 Posts
I have this knife - the same Factory Second. It is one of my daily carry knives and I have zero complaints about it. The handle is heavy in a good way, and it's very slim in my pocket, which is a requirement for me.

The serial number is XX'd out. Otherwise, I can't find a single flaw on it. I've carried it for nearly a year and haven't had to sharpen it yet, but it's probably coming soon. While I like pocket knives, I'm not a metals nerd. The composite blade does look super cool, but I couldn't tell you what the benefit of the two steels is…

My only concern with it is that the tip is very sharp and thin, and there's no Kershaw warranty on factory seconds.
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Oct 8, 2024
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Oct 8, 2024
davewvu86
Oct 8, 2024
450 Posts
It's Cheaper from Kershaw Guy: https://kershawguy.com/product/kershaw-composite-dividend-1812olcb-bohler-n690-cpm-d2-new-no-box-fac... [kershawguy.com]
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Oct 8, 2024
840 Posts
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Oct 8, 2024
Hartage
Oct 8, 2024
840 Posts
Quote from e rock :
I have this knife - the same Factory Second. It is one of my daily carry knives and I have zero complaints about it. The handle is heavy in a good way, and it's very slim in my pocket, which is a requirement for me.

The serial number is XX'd out. Otherwise, I can't find a single flaw on it. I've carried it for nearly a year and haven't had to sharpen it yet, but it's probably coming soon. While I like pocket knives, I'm not a metals nerd. The composite blade does look super cool, but I couldn't tell you what the benefit of the two steels is…

My only concern with it is that the tip is very sharp and thin, and there's no Kershaw warranty on factory seconds.
The main benefit, I suggest, is that it looks way cool. I have the junkyard dog model with the same composite construction of two steels braised together. Another benefit is reliability, the steel on the edge is harder but more brittle. The spine needs to be less hard so it can be tougher. This way of using two different steels braised together is like differential tempering of japanese swords. It can keep a hard but more brittle edge and still have the support of a tougher spine. I guess this should increase the reliability of an otherwise too brittle knife that holds it's edge well. Now, how it really performs I don't know, but I think that is the theory behind it with using two different steels braised together.
Oct 9, 2024
508 Posts
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Oct 9, 2024
CleverCreature256
Oct 9, 2024
508 Posts
Quote from Hartage :
The main benefit, I suggest, is that it looks way cool. I have the junkyard dog model with the same composite construction of two steels braised together. Another benefit is reliability, the steel on the edge is harder but more brittle. The spine needs to be less hard so it can be tougher. This way of using two different steels braised together is like differential tempering of japanese swords. It can keep a hard but more brittle edge and still have the support of a tougher spine. I guess this should increase the reliability of an otherwise too brittle knife that holds it's edge well. Now, how it really performs I don't know, but I think that is the theory behind it with using two different steels braised together.
What I find a bit difficult to understand is, why use CMP D2 for the cutting edge? That steel is known for it's durability and not a high HC which can hold a very sharp thou brittle edge.
Oct 9, 2024
840 Posts
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Oct 9, 2024
Hartage
Oct 9, 2024
840 Posts
Quote from CleverCreature256 :
What I find a bit difficult to understand is, why use CMP D2 for the cutting edge? That steel is known for it's durability and not a high HC which can hold a very sharp thou brittle edge.
Well, from what I understand D2 is a really hard steel, harder than many of the powdered steels. Hard enough to be difficult to sharpen as just slides over stones and needs diamond. The downsides to it are can be brittle so usually no larger knives and it is barely a stainless steel so it does need care. Not quite as rust prone as say 1095 but still needs an oil wipedown to keep it happy. But, I don't really understand the difference between CMP D2 vs just regular D2 so maybe the CMP designation makes it different ?
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