Kershaw Leek Vs. CRKT M16: EDC Classic Showdown at KnifeCenter.com
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- Both the Kershaw Leek and CRKT M16 have become iconic pocket knives over the years, but which one is the better EDC Classic? You can get a Kershaw Leek here: bit.ly/3js5mCg and a CRKT M16 here: bit.ly/30CPog1
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I bought a small piece of M4 steel and made my own replacement blade for my broken M16-01KS. I ground it down to exact dimensions and it works well. I renamed it the “M16-M4”. I also upgraded the washers to bearings and it is much better opening.
That's awesome!
I bought 3 brand new, the leek, a classic buck knife and a crkt thero and the kershaw is by far the best. Reminds me of the kershaw blur i had years ago
i was given a CRKT M16 with the tanto blade and i love it so much. i was looking around for a new edc and nothing came close to the usefulness and reliability that specific design gave me. other knives can be better for specific things, but i haven't used anything that has been as reliable and versatile.
i did remove the clip because i far prefer it without it. and opening it doesn't bother me, it feels better over time. i care most about the functionality and durability. and specifically the M16 with the tanto blade has far outperformed much more expensive knives i have used. it's basically been a multi tool for me.
Why choose? I have one of each and love them both!
Same
Yeah, why choose.
No experience with the Leek, but I’ve EDC’d an M16-02Z (tanto combo blade) for the past 6 years. A few observations about my M16:
1. I’ve had to put blue threadlocker on every fastener to keep them from backing out, and especially to keep the clip from wobbling.
2. Held an edge well for the first 6 months or so, then requires a touch-up about every week (depending on use) to keep sharp.
3. I’ve got a little surface rust on the outside of the liner where it’s exposed through the grip, but I’ve never seen rust on the blade. I only clean and oil the knife 2-3x per year. I think that’s pretty good. YMMV.
4. The liner lock jams very frequently and has always done so. I remember reading that this is a common issue, but I don’t remember if it’s specific to the AutoLAWKS versions or if it applies to all of the smaller M16’s. It’s no longer a big deal to me, you just have to push a little harder on the liner lock to force it back open.
I carry it every day and it sees light to moderate use 5-6 days of the week. It’s been a great EDC for my needs. However, I’m finding that the blade serrations get in the way more often than they help. I’m looking at the Leek as my next EDC, so finding this comparison is great. :)
i had a i guess it was a 10kz for about as long. it was just a classic m16 with the tanto blade. and i never had any trouble with it. i only had to sharpen it a few times, and it held an edge really well for me. i did have to tighten it a few times but that was only after putting it through some very heavy beatings. i used it heavily everyday for a little over 5 years, and it was the most reliable and versatile knife i ever used. i actually got a lot of use out of the serrations for cutting certain rope stripping wire and various other things. it never jammed on me, but at some point i did disengage the lock.
i ended up losing it in an accident and after trying out some different knives some much more expensive ones too. i had to go back to this classic design and i got me what seems to be the exact same model in the M16-10KZ.
depending on what specifically you are using it for and how you are using it i can see other knives that can be more useful. for example fishing vs construction. for fishing it is ok, but i would prefer it for construction. for fishing i might prefer the leek, but for construction i prefer the m16. but for something like self defense the m16 is definitely the better choice out of the two.
Love my Leek, especially the shape and steel.
Can’t go wrong with a Kershaw Leek
the m16 for sure, i won’t feel bad beating the crap out of it, and i dig the tactical look
M16 all the way for me...
Same. Non-assisted, super secure lock and no need for torx drivers for maintenance in the field.
I just picked up the frame lock version of the spear point M16. Haven't used it much yet (just opened it today) but agree with your findings. It takes a little bit of wrist to open but that being said the tolerances are quite good. Never had the Leek, but I think I would enjoy either.
I have the leek scallion and blur three of my favorite all time pocket knives.
I'll stick with my M16-01S, had it goin on 2 years now an it's done everything I needed it to. can't say anything bad about it either. Cool side note to me anyway, the M16 knife was designed by a guy named kit carson in vinegrove Kentucky which is my home state
Lost too many Leeks due to slick scales (6) and they slid out of the pocket, so I vote for the M-16 which never came out of my pocket until I pulled it out of my pocket.
What kind of pants are you wearing that you’ve lost six knives!? I’ve had the same leek for three years and not once has it ever fallen out of my pocket.
@@aaroncarapace8054 I've had mine for 3 years. Never lost it.
Your blaming 6 kershaw leeks?
Stop doing drugs.
@@albertbrady712lol. Hilarious
M16 for me
I’d go with the M16-02SS.. my fav M16 they’ve ever made.
M16-03bs and a m16-04ks are my daily carry knives. Had a gerber copy of an m-16 for about 8 years carried everyday never lost it just wore the blade out from use. The CRKT M16 is superior in every way so I suspect they will last.
Crkt m16 for life got mine on clearance at Walmart for $14
Brett Kelly I just picked one up for $14 at Walmart tonight too. I do have the Leek, and I think they are both great EDC knives, but I prefer the M16. Will be keeping both around for many years.
My first knife was a leek, I still own and love it but I ordered a framelock 12c27 M16 that I'm excited for
I have both and prefer the leak. The m16 flies out of my hand more often than not when I try to open it for some reason. Not safe for anyone around me. Lol
Kershaw Leek with carbon fiber scales & CPM-154 blade for me.
Kershaw leek for me. Never really been a fan of the crkt m16.
The leek looks like a toy
I have both like the leek for spring Assist the m16 is so easy to open it doesn’t need spring assist and is cheaper and has lifetime warranty
I got my 16 at Walmart for 20. Walmart is a great spot with great prices for outdoors stuff
M16 all day
I'll take the Leek, but I love the M16 line that CRKT has.
Kershaw leek is far superior imo and in my experience. Better quality, better warranty, better materials and it's cheaper than some of the m16 models, and it doesn't have that annoying lock on the back.
I say CRKT all day I have that exact knife and it will take a beating my wife on the other hand is all about the leek she likes for the style hers is purple and it's always sharp
Leek all the way. I and my family have owned a load of them.
The only crkt i had was the fossil. I've owned a few Kershaw's and my favorite so far is the Kershaw volt ss. The crkt flipped nice but was hard to retrieve from pocket. I dropped it once and the tip broke and it was a good chunk of steel too. So I believe the Kershaw's are made better for hard use. Thevcrkts look cooler but Kershaw is better for utility.
Wow really nice Kershaw knife and Crkt knife video!!! :D
I have the CRKT M16-02KS with A 3.0 inch 12C27 SandVik Stainless steel blade.
I really do like the m16 more but I do like how the leek has a lock to keep it closed rather than open like on the m16
Both
The Leek is an iconic Gem. No comparison
I have the same leek knife that’ll in the video! I love that knife.
M16-A01
Great video-- I have (& use) both of these knives as EDC pieces, although for different purposes, and situations--
Even though I prefer Kershaw with its "speed assist," (have the all black, $50 leek), I gravitate to my M-16KS for daily work (this version doesn't have the stupid "auto lawks" button).
While good for "last ditch defense," the point on the Leek's blade tends to stab water bottles as I'm opening cases @ work, more so than the M-16's spear point--
Ironically enough, I find my $10 *Kershaw Hotwire,* with its "sheep's foot," cheap-metal blade (3cr), to be better at opening things than both the Leek & M-16...fwiw.
My daily EDC might be different, tho, if CRKT hadn't removed that stupid button from the KS version. That thing's annoying & unnecessary, at best, and slightly dangerous, at worst.
Lastly, I did find that the lock on my Kershaw Leek would engage by itself, at times, thus rendering it useless in a "quick defensive situation" (even after tightening the little screw). So, I glued it open-- problem solved.
That hotwire is a nice little gem I think if I was an outdoorsman I'd skin some shit with that hotwire
I just got my CRKT m16 today but it doesn’t have the lock safety system. Do I just have a different model or do newer m16s not have this feature
Not every model has it.
I like the blade profile of the Leek. As most of the time I'd use a pocket knife for food prep, opening packages or other fine work, the Ken Onion design doesn't hide the cut, but instead allows me to better see what I'm doing (but only marginally better than the M16).
had both the leek was built well but kinda slippery in hand plus i dont like the speedsafe that torsion bar is terrible...so if had to choose between the both of them i guess the m 16 is the one i go with
M16
I must be missing something when it comes to carrying knives I carry my leak clipped in my left pocket all the time with no problems how is it only a right side knife what am I missing here?
I own both like the same so knife up with Kershaw
these two knives are the only ones I really carry. the thumb stub on the m16 is kind of annoying sometimes but I still prefer it slightly to the leek. My m16 also took weeks to break in and flip smooth. That break in period has kind of made me more attached to the knife to be honest.
The Leek is one of the most iconic folding knives ever produced
Good video.
Man I can't decide between the crkt m16 01s or Kershaw chill or Kershaw atmos need it for urban edc daily tasks self Def all the cut board all this sort of things which one to choose?? Really need an advise because I'm confused really don't know which one to take
Don’t get the chill. It’s awful
All models of CRKT knives quality is better than kershaw
Gotta give it to the Leek. My M-16 has trouble with the liner lock sticking on the open position.
Mine dont
Dang i just had the m16 but i gave it to someone 😂 and now i. Getting the leek
Blur wins!
Kershaw leek, hands down 👍🏻👍🏻
CRKT
How do you close the crkt lol
I LIKE MY KRSW LEEK
Leek👍
CRKT using cheap materials? Color me shocked!
M16 ftw
Leek babay
My m16 is 12c27 isnt that better than the leek
Great information and comparison.
Line? 😂
CRKT is better i put a beating on my M21-14sfg and still runs till this day
LEEK ALL DAY WOULD CARRY BOTH THOUGH YUPP
Good video. I like the Leek
Leek for sure
Leek for sure. 90 something maybe for CF and CPM154 and a couple tens of bucks for a good DC PC and you are locked and loaded for whatever 2020 has to throw at you, all on a 20 year old platform
M16-03ks for me
Liekas baby
leek for sure
Too bad the M16 is only tip down carry. That really slows things down.
Kershaw leek
Leek all the way
Leek
Way too small to even be called a knife. Those things are toothpicks
I think you watch to much crocodile dunde
M16
CRKT
Leek
Leek for sure
M16
Leek