Kershaw Chive 1600 Pocket Knife
- Blade Length: 1.9 inches
- Blade Material: 420HC
- Blade Type: Plain
- Blade Shape: Drop Point
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact 420HC stainless knife suited to everyday carry, though several dimension fields in the listing are ambiguous.
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ASIN: B0009VC9RWCategory: Utility & Work Knives
Overview
The Kershaw 1600 is a knife built with a 420HC steel blade and a stainless steel handle, with a listed length of 4.8 inches that points to a pocket-sized design.
420HC is a common mid-range stainless used across Kershaw's folding lineup, chosen for a workable balance of edge retention and ease of sharpening rather than premium performance. The listing's 1.9 inch size figure is not clearly labeled, so it is unclear whether that refers to closed length or blade width.
- 420HC steel blade
- Stainless steel handle
- 4.8 inch length
- Kershaw brand
Who it's for
Suits someone wanting a compact stainless folding knife for everyday carry or light utility use. Not the choice for buyers seeking a premium high-alloy blade steel or a large fixed-blade knife.
Pros and cons
- 420HC blade steel resharpens easily
- Stainless steel handle resists moisture
- Compact 4.8 inch length
- Blade style and lock type not specified
- 1.9 inch size field unclear
Performance notes
420HC steel holds an edge reasonably well for everyday cutting and is straightforward to resharpen, which is why it shows up often in mid-range folding knives. The stainless handle adds durability against moisture, though no locking mechanism or blade style is specified in the available data.
Specifications
| Brand | Kershaw |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Blade Length | 1.9 incheslower than 80% of 72 utility & work knives |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Item Weight | 0.01 poundslower than 96% of 145 utility & work knives |
| Item Length | 4.8 incheslower than 77% of 125 utility & work knives |
| Size | 1.9 incheslower than 91% of 54 utility & work knives |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded Electric, DC |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material | 420HC |
| Handle Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | 1600 |
| Included components | |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | High-Carbon, Corrosion-Resistant |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | Limited lifetime |
| Other details | |
| Blade Type | Plain |
| Blade Shape | Drop Point |
| Item Shape | Rectangular |
| Reusability | [INF] |
| Item Type Name | Chive A/O |
| Part Number | 1600 |
| Style | Pocketknife |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Everyday |
| Special Features | Water Resistant |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
Closest rivals on specs
CRKT Folts Utility 2384K Fixed Blade Knife- Item Weight 0.01 vs 0.04 pounds (-75%)
- Blade Length 1.9 vs 2.2 inches (-14%)
- Size 1.9 vs 2.2 inches (-14%)
Pacific Handy Cutter HC100 Box Cutter 12 Pack- Item Length 4.8 vs 4.1 inches (+17%)
- Item Weight 0.01 vs 0 pounds (+900%)
Tops Home Keychain Fixed Blade Neck Knife- Item Length 4.8 vs 3.9 inches (+23%)
- Blade Length 1.9 vs 1.7 inches (+12%)
- Size 1.9 vs 1.7 inches (+12%)
Frequently asked questions
What steel is the Kershaw 1600 blade made from?
420HC, a mid-range stainless steel.
What is the handle material?
Stainless steel.
How long is the Kershaw 1600?
4.8 inches, per the listed length spec.