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frontpageSeriousSpaniel5762 posted Oct 29, 2024 6:14 PM

Kershaw Leek Framelock A/O Stainless Pocket Knife w/ 3″ Blade (Factory Seconds)

$30

$100

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Chicago Knife Works has Kershaw Leek Framelock A/O Stainless Folding Pocket Knife w/ 3″ Blade (Factory Seconds, KSX1660B) on sale for $30.23. Shipping is free on $100+ orders, otherwise shipping varies by location.

Thanks to community member SeriousSpaniel5762 for finding this deal.

About this item:
  • Assisted opening. 4″ (10.16cm) closed. 3″ (7.62cm) bead blast finish 14C28N Sandvik stainless blade. Bead blast finish stainless handle. Pocket clip. Thumb stud. Extended tang. Lanyard hole. Features Speed-Safe torsion bar mechanism. Factory second. Bulk packed.

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Chicago Knife Works has Kershaw Leek Framelock A/O Stainless Folding Pocket Knife w/ 3″ Blade (Factory Seconds, KSX1660B) on sale for $30.23. Shipping is free on $100+ orders, otherwise shipping varies by location.

Thanks to community member SeriousSpaniel5762 for finding this deal.

About this item:
  • Assisted opening. 4″ (10.16cm) closed. 3″ (7.62cm) bead blast finish 14C28N Sandvik stainless blade. Bead blast finish stainless handle. Pocket clip. Thumb stud. Extended tang. Lanyard hole. Features Speed-Safe torsion bar mechanism. Factory second. Bulk packed.

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lugie101
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I agree--I've carried this knife for over a decade and I used to buy these 5-6 at a time when Amazon would do a flash sale for between $20-$37 per knife because i'd inevitably lose them. But these have genuinely doubled in price over the last few years.
misterdix
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of the many knives i own, this one is hands down my favorite edc. it's slim and light, but still has a decent-sized blade and holds a great edge. for $30 it's a no-brainer and a great gift. says me.

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Oct 29, 2024 6:49 PM
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FuschiaHome408Oct 29, 2024 6:49 PM
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I like the Leek and $30 is pretty slick. Does anyone know what makes these "factory seconds"?
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Oct 29, 2024 7:15 PM
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SeriousSpaniel5762
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Oct 29, 2024 7:15 PM
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Quote from FuschiaHome408 :
I like the Leek and $30 is pretty slick. Does anyone know what makes these "factory seconds"?
From the past thread, "Got one about 6 months ago and could not find a blemish on it." Though theoretically it should be a scratch/blemish, and no warranty.
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Oct 29, 2024 7:27 PM
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FuschiaHome408Oct 29, 2024 7:27 PM
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Quote from SeriousSpaniel5762 :
From the past thread, "Got one about 6 months ago and could not find a blemish on it." Though theoretically it should be a scratch/blemish, and no warranty.
Yeah, I worry it could be something non-obvious like heat treatment being out of spec. I would rather have a blemished blade than a blade that was brittle or did not hold its edge well.
Oct 29, 2024 9:37 PM
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btonyOct 29, 2024 9:37 PM
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I wish the Scallion was this price
Oct 29, 2024 10:14 PM
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GavinniOct 29, 2024 10:14 PM
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inflation is real with this knife. Witnessed how price went up every single year
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Oct 29, 2024 10:36 PM
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DaMaGeZWKOct 29, 2024 10:36 PM
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Quote from FuschiaHome408 :
I like the Leek and $30 is pretty slick. Does anyone know what makes these "factory seconds"?
One of the things that makes it a "factory second" is that it doesn't have any graphics or words on the blade.
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Oct 29, 2024 10:48 PM
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lugie101Oct 29, 2024 10:48 PM
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Quote from Gavinni :
inflation is real with this knife. Witnessed how price went up every single year
I agree--I've carried this knife for over a decade and I used to buy these 5-6 at a time when Amazon would do a flash sale for between $20-$37 per knife because i'd inevitably lose them. But these have genuinely doubled in price over the last few years.
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Oct 29, 2024 11:06 PM
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MerryManatee717Oct 29, 2024 11:06 PM
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This is an absolute steal on the best knife under $100 hands down. Buy 2 for the price of 1!
Oct 29, 2024 11:38 PM
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DeerUNITOct 29, 2024 11:38 PM
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Quote from MerryManatee717 :
This is an absolute steal on the best knife under $100 hands down. Buy 2 for the price of 1!
Best knife under $100?! You must have been living under a rock for the past 5 years. You must have meant USA made knife under $100.. It USED to be the best knife under $40 before they inflated the prices and all the competition left them in the dust.

I got a factory seconds from Woot recently and it was a return item with use and wear, and I believe also a knockoff.
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Oct 29, 2024 11:44 PM
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ilovethissiteOct 29, 2024 11:44 PM
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Yeah, these are great. Been my EDC for years. Goes great with any pant pocket. It's always been enough. So buy 4 for free shipping or pay $7. Decisions decisions...
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of the many knives i own, this one is hands down my favorite edc. it's slim and light, but still has a decent-sized blade and holds a great edge. for $30 it's a no-brainer and a great gift. says me.
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Oct 30, 2024 1:21 AM
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454Oct 30, 2024 1:21 AM
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Just be aware that the lifetime warranty doesn't apply to factory seconds.
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Quote from FuschiaHome408 :
Yeah, I worry it could be something non-obvious like heat treatment being out of spec. I would rather have a blemished blade than a blade that was brittle or did not hold its edge well.
Me to. With no warranty. But it is still made in USA. Tough choice for me.
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Oct 30, 2024 1:34 AM
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TheOldDudeOct 30, 2024 1:34 AM
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Me to. With no warranty. But it is still made in USA. Tough choice for me.
EDIT: after i read the comments on the last thread it's a hard no for me.
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johnyguyOct 30, 2024 1:41 AM
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overpriced
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