Kershaw EXTREMO 2064

The Outlier supports multiple grip styles thanks to its steel finger ring. A standard forward grip threads the pinky or ring finger through the ring for positive retention and a natural draw stroke, while a reverse grip, achieved by rotating the knife in your hand, positions the blade point-down for a different cutting angle. The jimping on the BlackWash steel backspacer provides added traction regardless of which grip you use.

Yes, the Outlier includes a reversible deep-carry pocket clip that supports both right- and left-handed tip-up carry. The tip-up orientation positions the knife for a fast, natural draw, and the deep-carry profile keeps most of the handle below the pocket line for a low-profile look on your person.

8Cr13MoV is a Chinese stainless steel that balances corrosion resistance, ease of sharpening, and serviceable edge retention for everyday cutting tasks. To keep the Outlier performing well, rinse the blade after exposure to moisture or salt, dry it thoroughly, and apply a light coat of knife oil to the blade and pivot. Kershaw also offers free lifetime sharpening under its Limited Lifetime Warranty, so you can send the knife in whenever the edge needs professional attention.

A karambit is a knife with a curved, hawkbill-style blade and a finger ring at the pommel end of the handle, originally from Southeast Asia and now widely used in tactical and utility applications. The curved blade generates a powerful slicing arc with very little wrist movement, making it effective for cutting cordage, webbing, and strapping. Modern folding versions like the Kershaw Outlier bring the same curved blade geometry in a pocket-legal, everyday-carry format that works for both professional responders and prepared civilians.

An assisted-opening knife requires the user to manually begin opening the blade, typically by pressing a flipper tab or thumb stud, at which point an internal spring takes over to complete the opening stroke. An automatic knife, by contrast, opens the blade entirely at the push of a button with no manual blade movement from the user. Assisted-opening knives are legal to own and carry in most U.S. states where automatic knives face restrictions, but laws vary by state and locality. Always review the regulations that apply to your area before carrying any folding knife in public.