So, to summarize: 20CV steel: good aluminum scales: good (but could be a tad larger to fit larger hands better) plastic backspacer: good or bad, depending on whether you prefer lightweight or "quality" Made in U.S.A.: good (if you're in the U.S.) Price: great (around $80) Assisted open: subjective (may not be allowed where you live) There, just saved you 14 mins, 30 seconds
@@MattRoseKnives i love these guys, I see them in different parts of TH-cam every now and then. Some people haven't figured out that they are searching for bullet proof information on a video platform. If brief quick instant information is what you seek, try reading! Lmao.
Lmfao just bought 2 one for me and other for my brother sht was 120usd like wtf.... but I love kershaw American made knives. Have had several leeks and never been disappointed by there(American) made knives(edit also kind of disappointed it has a plastic liner...... see how long it lasts..)
yo! I was just looking at this online and was surprised you get 20CV for $90? I was like doesn't that steel come with $400 knives? you just sold me on this man legit
Ordered this knife twenty minutes ago for $80 & change. USA Kershaw knives are always great deals if you use half a brain researching various vendors. I’ve got a number of BLURs and several LEEKs…in S30V, M4, Damascus, and the Carpenter tool steel, etc. …all stellar. I’ll be pleased to add this into my rotation. Very nice vid here BTW. THANKS!
Great place to buy knives for a fair price. I've been a member since 1975. They have the Work Sharp Field sharpener cheaper than anywhere I've seen. It's perfect for keeping 1 or 2 knifes sharp. Sharpen 10 and you'll wear it out.
definitely would benefit from an aluminum backspacer. Also, needs jimping for a better grip on the back side of the blade near where your thumb would go when cutting. Without tac grips or jimping it is slippery.
The Link is a nice little knife. I agree the handle could use an extra 1/4" of length. I have a USA Made Blade exclusive Knockout in Bohler M390. Also a great little knife but also could use a little more handle. Great review.
I watched this review and purchased. Here is what NO ONE Mentions in their review. Apparently nobody really knows a lot about knives. The ONLY drawback on this knife is one (1). There is no jimping where your thumb would go when cutting or applying pressure. As a result it's slippery as butter. Benchmade puts jimping in the exact same spot on all their knives and on my Kershaw Blur, and all other Kershaws, it had jimping there for added grip safety. Otherwise; a great knife and value.
I got this knife last year on sale for only $70, and it’s a cool variant of two ZT knives, which are also both assisted opening, but in different steels. That’s the really nice and lighter 0770CF in carbon fiber in S35VN, and the out of production 0770GRYBW with the same handle as the Link but in gray aluminum with an Elmax blackwash blade. All are 3.25”, and the 0770’s have a slightly smaller but functional deep pocket clip, with the screw heads off to the sides to keep them out of the way more, which helps when you put it away. They have black aluminum backspacers with alternating high and low rounded portions ((hard to describe). I like this Link very much, more than the slightly larger Bareknuckle, but IMO the Kershaw 20CV steel is a bit softer and holds an edge for a shorter time than the 20CV on any of the ZT’s or Benchmades or Spydercos I have with it. It sharpens up OK, but just doesn’t feel quite as polished out when I’m done. Still, when you can get 20CV for D2 prices in a nice package, you shouldn’t nit pick. Thanks for the thorough review!
@@DL-ij7tf I don’t know, could be, but 20CV is of course very hard and I’ve never had it chip out. I’d rather have the sharpest edge possible, and the other brands I listed with that steel are sharper in comparison to the Link when fully sharpened. It’s still a great package though.
@@E.L.RipleyAtNostromo Fair enough. Yeah even a soft 20CV would still make a crazy hard blade steel for that price. Props to the name by the way, Aliens is my favorite movie
this is an insane value. my theory on how they can offer this at this price is they're subsidized by ZT so since you're already bringing in the steel just divert some to the Kershaw line at a discount and the ZT mark up covers the expense on these.
I have one of the earlier models. It has aluminum scales but they're gray and smooth. And it's a Tanto. 420 HC blackwash blade. I've had it for 7 years it's discontinued
I've carried a Link for 10+ yrs. Its never let me down, and for the money it blows all of them away. Yes, Benchmade are ok, but to buy one compared to this....just give me your money, ' cos you're wasting it! Kershaws rock!
I sat through the entire video and now understand what your likes and dislikes are about this knife, but I don't quite understand why I have to watch this BEFORE I buy a Kershaw Link. If one was not familiar with the this model then OK, good information was shared. But if I have already researched this and decided to get one, what critical information have you supplied that I needed to watch? Guess I missed the point.
Do some homework girls, CPM-20cv is outdated by years now and has been replace by ZDP-189, M390, Elmax, CPM-S90v, S110V, CruWear, M4 and Maxamet to name a few ALL of which have 4-8 times the edge holding ability and all of you drool while acting while Kershaw is selling this knife for $80 bucks. No duh, because they know the obvious; it's outdated and surpassed steel. No jimping, plastic back spacer as opposed to aluminum or barrels like on the Blur, and after cutting every corner for quality you kids are still impressed. Must be nice to work at McDonalds and still live with mom and dad.
Kershaws warranty is great, but if you have your knife for some time, the model gets discontinued and you cannot get it repaired. If you pass your knife onto a grandchild or someone, too bad for them if there is an issue. My buddy had a Buck given to him from his grandfather, when he needed warranty, Buck went over and above restoring this treasure that meant the world to him. I have 2 Kershaws that are useless because they no longer carry parts. I got a credit on one, but why would I buy another Kershaw?
@@jeffwyatt4193 you can call Kershaw and get springs screws clips anything you want for the future. They mail them to your house for free. I have enough parts to last me the rest of my life, you're not going to get a better knife for the price
So, to summarize:
20CV steel: good
aluminum scales: good (but could be a tad larger to fit larger hands better)
plastic backspacer: good or bad, depending on whether you prefer lightweight or "quality"
Made in U.S.A.: good (if you're in the U.S.)
Price: great (around $80)
Assisted open: subjective (may not be allowed where you live)
There, just saved you 14 mins, 30 seconds
Good God he’s done it. Attention every TH-camr, you can stop making videos. This guy has you covered.
@@MattRoseKnives i love these guys, I see them in different parts of TH-cam every now and then. Some people haven't figured out that they are searching for bullet proof information on a video platform. If brief quick instant information is what you seek, try reading! Lmao.
Lmfao just bought 2 one for me and other for my brother sht was 120usd like wtf.... but I love kershaw American made knives. Have had several leeks and never been disappointed by there(American) made knives(edit also kind of disappointed it has a plastic liner...... see how long it lasts..)
I’ve been carrying the link for years now and it hasn’t let me down, great knife
yo! I was just looking at this online and was surprised you get 20CV for $90? I was like doesn't that steel come with $400 knives? you just sold me on this man legit
Glad I could help! Yeah this is a GREAT value!
Ordered this knife twenty minutes ago for $80 & change. USA Kershaw knives are always great deals if you use half a brain researching various vendors. I’ve got a number of BLURs and several LEEKs…in S30V, M4, Damascus, and the Carpenter tool steel, etc. …all stellar. I’ll be pleased to add this into my rotation. Very nice vid here BTW. THANKS!
Haha happy to help!
If this came in a tanto I'd buy it
Just bought one of these for $52.00 from a local Bimart store! What a great buy for the money!
Great place to buy knives for a fair price. I've been a member since 1975.
They have the Work Sharp Field sharpener cheaper than anywhere I've seen. It's perfect for keeping 1 or 2 knifes sharp. Sharpen 10 and you'll wear it out.
Wow awesome!
definitely would benefit from an aluminum backspacer. Also, needs jimping for a better grip on the back side of the blade near where your thumb would go when cutting. Without tac grips or jimping it is slippery.
Overpriced Spyderco and Benchmade take notice.
Hahah yesssss
The spring will be fine I have a leek from he mid 90's, & a schallot from early 00's I still carry, no problems.
C20 steel for $52.00 on a close out! Somebody got a killer deal 🤔😳😂
The Link is a nice little knife. I agree the handle could use an extra 1/4" of length. I have a USA Made Blade exclusive Knockout in Bohler M390. Also a great little knife but also could use a little more handle. Great review.
I watched this review and purchased. Here is what NO ONE Mentions in their review. Apparently nobody really knows a lot about knives. The ONLY drawback on this knife is one (1). There is no jimping where your thumb would go when cutting or applying pressure. As a result it's slippery as butter. Benchmade puts jimping in the exact same spot on all their knives and on my Kershaw Blur, and all other Kershaws, it had jimping there for added grip safety. Otherwise; a great knife and value.
I got this knife last year on sale for only $70, and it’s a cool variant of two ZT knives, which are also both assisted opening, but in different steels. That’s the really nice and lighter 0770CF in carbon fiber in S35VN, and the out of production 0770GRYBW with the same handle as the Link but in gray aluminum with an Elmax blackwash blade. All are 3.25”, and the 0770’s have a slightly smaller but functional deep pocket clip, with the screw heads off to the sides to keep them out of the way more, which helps when you put it away. They have black aluminum backspacers with alternating high and low rounded portions ((hard to describe).
I like this Link very much, more than the slightly larger Bareknuckle, but IMO the Kershaw 20CV steel is a bit softer and holds an edge for a shorter time than the 20CV on any of the ZT’s or Benchmades or Spydercos I have with it. It sharpens up OK, but just doesn’t feel quite as polished out when I’m done. Still, when you can get 20CV for D2 prices in a nice package, you shouldn’t nit pick. Thanks for the thorough review!
I wonder if the softer heat treat makes it tougher
@@DL-ij7tf I don’t know, could be, but 20CV is of course very hard and I’ve never had it chip out. I’d rather have the sharpest edge possible, and the other brands I listed with that steel are sharper in comparison to the Link when fully sharpened. It’s still a great package though.
@@E.L.RipleyAtNostromo Fair enough. Yeah even a soft 20CV would still make a crazy hard blade steel for that price. Props to the name by the way, Aliens is my favorite movie
@@DL-ij7tf 👍🙏. Thanks DL, not too many people get that! 😉
this is an insane value. my theory on how they can offer this at this price is they're subsidized by ZT so since you're already bringing in the steel just divert some to the Kershaw line at a discount and the ZT mark up covers the expense on these.
That’s an interesting theory and very well could be the case!
Nice review. Yep, my Link has been great, and the 3" Dividend in 20CV is also a good value as well.
I’ll have to look into that one 👍
The Link is great 👍🏽 I have this 20cv version and the 420 budget version
I have one of the earlier models. It has aluminum scales but they're gray and smooth. And it's a Tanto. 420 HC blackwash blade. I've had it for 7 years it's discontinued
That’s awesome! Yeah great blades for sure
I've carried a Link for 10+ yrs. Its never let me down, and for the money it blows all of them away. Yes, Benchmade are ok, but to buy one compared to this....just give me your money, ' cos you're wasting it! Kershaws rock!
Awesome!
I sat through the entire video and now understand what your likes and dislikes are about this knife, but I don't quite understand why I have to watch this BEFORE I buy a Kershaw Link. If one was not familiar with the this model then OK, good information was shared. But if I have already researched this and decided to get one, what critical information have you supplied that I needed to watch? Guess I missed the point.
$80 bucks for 20cv is beyond a bargain!
Agreed!
The blade shape is called a sheep's foot.
❤❤❤My *LINK* !
What model is that Case knife you pulled out? @ 8:03
which Case knife was that?
Kinzua
for a sub 100$ , knife , usuly well under at around 70-80$, its hard to find a better knife esp American Made knife
Agreed
I'm pretty sure Taiwanese people appreciate things made outside of their country more lol
I would call it a dronto point... A drop point - tanto. LoL
Haha clever!
I just bought this knife. Hideous factory edge.
Sorry to hear that!
sheesh
Do some homework girls, CPM-20cv is outdated by years now and has been replace by ZDP-189, M390, Elmax, CPM-S90v, S110V, CruWear, M4 and Maxamet to name a few ALL of which have 4-8 times the edge holding ability and all of you drool while acting while Kershaw is selling this knife for $80 bucks. No duh, because they know the obvious; it's outdated and surpassed steel. No jimping, plastic back spacer as opposed to aluminum or barrels like on the Blur, and after cutting every corner for quality you kids are still impressed. Must be nice to work at McDonalds and still live with mom and dad.
The Kershaw Mafia Rides again. Member number 0099😊
Kershaws warranty is great, but if you have your knife for some time, the model gets discontinued and you cannot get it repaired. If you pass your knife onto a grandchild or someone, too bad for them if there is an issue. My buddy had a Buck given to him from his grandfather, when he needed warranty, Buck went over and above restoring this treasure that meant the world to him. I have 2 Kershaws that are useless because they no longer carry parts. I got a credit on one, but why would I buy another Kershaw?
Read the posts dude!! 20 CV Stainless for less than 100 bucks?? You'd be crazy not to! Or go buy a 400 dollar Benchmade, same steel.GO FIGURE!!!
@@jeffwyatt4193 you can call Kershaw and get springs screws clips anything you want for the future. They mail them to your house for free. I have enough parts to last me the rest of my life, you're not going to get a better knife for the price