Auto knives

[sellersm]

The 3 and 5 are also on my radar for the future, but since our CA trip is coming up, I think I may pick up the 4 sooner than later. Although very small, I think the 4 would accomplish 90% of my daily tasks, which aren't much, most of the blades on my knives still look new, and the ZT0350 I carry is likely way overkill for my uses.

Valid points and I think it’s a wise & prudent choice! Keep us posted.


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[Great-Kazoo]

Bumping this up, been looking close at the Kershaw launch 4 as my first auto, it's unusually small, but seems really pocket able and CA compliant is handy for the times I'm out there. I really like the blade profile and handle shape (probably my favorite style), and if Kershaw would make a larger version, in a 2.75-3" blade length, I'd be all over it, as it would be a good alternative to the Benchmade 3551 Stimulus that I've wanted for a long time, but can't seem to dish out the $$ for. Anyone have one of these mini's they can comment on?

No Auto knife is CA compliant

[hurley842002]

No Auto knife is CA compliant

Stated in Penal Code 17235 and Penal Code 21510, California has strict laws regulating the sale and possession of switchblades.
Specifically, if a switchblade has a blade two inches or more in length, it is a crime to:

Possess the knife in the passenger's or driver's area of any motor vehicle in any public place or place open to the public,

Carry the switchblade upon your person, or

Sell, offer or expose for sale, or loan, transfer, or give the knife to anyone else.1


California law specifies 2" or more as the cut off, hence why the 1.9" Kershaw is legal for carry in CA.

[SideShow Bob]

No experience with the 4 but seriously considering the 5 or 7! Hope someone chimes in!


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I’ve got the Launch 6, so my comment won’t help....

[MrPrena]

No experience with the 4 but seriously considering the 5 or 7! Hope someone chimes in!


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I got 5, so that I can carry. 3.5" < L . Also they are very ergonomic.
I think Launch 7 is longer.

[spongejosh]

I just got my Launch 4. It's replacing a Ken Onion Chive so size is just about the same but the handle is significantly thicker. The release button is very gritty feeling if you press it slowly but it feels like it's wearing in and getting smoother. This is my first auto so I can't say much for how it compares to others.

Pros:
I really like the small size.
It locks up tight with no play when open.
$69 and it feels like a quality knife.

Cons:
I wish it would have been sharper out of the box.
I wish it came with a "deep carry" clip so it would sit lower in my pocket.
Button is not smooth.

[hurley842002]

I just got my Launch 4. It's replacing a Ken Onion Chive so size is just about the same but the handle is significantly thicker. The release button is very gritty feeling if you press it slowly but it feels like it's wearing in and getting smoother. This is my first auto so I can't say much for how it compares to others.

Pros:
I really like the small size.
It locks up tight with no play when open.
$69 and it feels like a quality knife.

Cons:
I wish it would have been sharper out of the box.
I wish it came with a "deep carry" clip so it would sit lower in my pocket.
Button is not smooth.

I still really want one of these, a good California friendly option for when we visit the in laws.

[hurley842002]

Fortunate to have my first auto be the the one I've wanted more than any other. Benchmade 3551.

[Irving]

Is it as great as you'd hoped so far?

[hurley842002]

This knife in particular is really great, but autos in general aren't as extravagant as the hype makes them out to be, still pretty cool tho.