Kershaw Barricade 8650 is a folding rescue knife, which uses 8Cr13MoV stainless steel, a mechanism supporting the unfolding of the blade, profiled FRN linings, as well as a blade for cutting ropes and safety belts and an emergency glass breaker.
Proven steel
The 89 mm long blade is made of the popular 8Cr13MoV steel hardened to 57-59 HRC. This Chinese steel has good corrosion resistance and hardenability comparable to AUS6.
The 8Cr13MoV steel blade is perfect for everyday use, due to corrosion resistance, good sharpness and easy sharpening, for which a pocket whetstone is enough.
Functional blade
The massive 2.5 mm thick drop-point blade means that the knife will not disappoint us during everyday work. Thanks to the use of a strong point, a concave cut and a clearly rounded cutting edge, the knife has good cutting properties, and sharpening it creates a problem.
The blade is covered with a layer of black oxyd, which partially protects the blade from scratching and gives it a modern look.
Comfort of use
The blade can be unfolded with one hand in two ways: with a milled flipper or using a double-sided pin, thus enabling the choice of a method according to our preferences.
A mechanism supporting the unfolding of the blade
The opening process is facilitated by the SpeedSafe support mechanism. When you press down on the pinball fin or pry the pin, the support mechanism activates an internal spring that dynamically unfolds the blade, making the knife ready for use in a fraction of a second.
Blade lock
After unfolding the blade, it is securely locked with the liner-lock mechanism. The steel blockade strip ensures a high level of security, and its operation is very intuitive and convenient. A reliable lock is an important element that calls for the functionality and safety of a folding knife.
Ergonomic grip
The knife has hard, glass-fiber reinforced nylon facings. The wide grip, deep undercut for the index finger and fine texturing make the knife very firm and safe in the hand.
Steel reinforcement inserts, to which polyamide claddings are attached, are responsible for the stiffness and strength of the knife. Discreet carrying of the knife in the pocket is possible thanks to the high-mounted clip, with the possibility of mounting in 2 positions (right / left).
Rescue accessories
The knife is equipped with additional rescue tools in the form of a glass breaker (tungsten carbide tip) and a multi-functional cutter that allows you to quickly cut clothing, seat belts and rope.