The Bel Air brings CPM MagnaCut to Kershaw's USA-made lineup at a price point that makes premium steel accessible. This folder delivers the edge retention and toughness that MagnaCut is known for—outperforming S30V/S35VN in edge holding while offering better toughness and easier sharpening than M390.
The reverse tanto runs 3.1 inches with a reinforced tip built for piercing and controlled cuts. The clip point at 3.05 inches features a curved edge optimized for slicing and detail work. Both ride on KVT ball bearings for smooth, drop-shut action.
Kershaw's DuraLock is a crossbar-style mechanism that uses a steel bar to prevent blade closure until disengaged. Ambidextrous operation, minimal moving parts, solid lockup.
Reverse tanto models come in aluminum, marbled carbon fiber, or G-10. Clip points feature olive canvas micarta or G-10. The carbon fiber variant weighs just 2.5 ounces, aluminum runs 2.9 ounces, and the XL hits 3.1 ounces. All models include a reversible deep-carry clip for tip-up carry.
The XL stretches the blade to 3.4 inches with thicker 0.125-inch stock for heavier cutting tasks. Textured G-10 handles provide a secure grip. At 4.55 inches closed, it's still pocketable with only a slight weight increase.
USA-made MagnaCut performance in a slim, bearing-equipped folder—the Bel Air delivers.