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Kershaw Launch 17 Auto Folding Knife MagnaCut 7951

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Kershaw Launch 17 Auto Folding Knife MagnaCut 7951Overview of the Kershaw Launch 17 Automatic Knife 7951 The Kershaw Launch 17 (7951) is a push button automatic folding knife built around classic fighting knife lines and one of the most capable blade steels available today. Whether you carry every day for utility, keep one in your gear bag for field use, or collect American made automatics, this knife is ready for serious work. The blade is CPM MagnaCut, a powder metallurgy steel engineered to

Overview of the Kershaw Launch 17 Automatic Knife | 7951

The Kershaw Launch 17 (7951) is a push-button automatic folding knife built around classic fighting knife lines and one of the most capable blade steels available today. Whether you carry every day for utility, keep one in your gear bag for field use, or collect American-made automatics, this knife is ready for serious work.

The blade is CPM MagnaCut, a powder-metallurgy steel engineered to deliver an exceptional balance of edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance in a single alloy. The 3.5-inch clip point is coated in black Cerakote for added durability and a low-visibility finish.

The gray anodized 6061-T6 aluminum handle features deeply textured black G10 inlays on both sides, along with integrated top-and-bottom finger guards for a controlled, confident hold. The low-profile push button resists accidental deployment, while the deep-carry clip keeps the knife secure and discreet in your pocket.

Proudly designed, prototyped, and manufactured in the USA, the Launch 17 carries a Limited Lifetime Warranty and is a natural choice for knife collectors, law enforcement professionals, and tactical enthusiasts.


Key Features

  • Blade Steel: CPM MagnaCut powder-metallurgy stainless steel, hardened to HRC 62-64, with outstanding edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance
  • Blade Style: 3.5-inch clip point with a plain edge and a needle-sharp tip suited for precision cutting tasks
  • Blade Coating: Black Cerakote finish provides additional hardness, scratch resistance, and a low-reflectivity appearance
  • Blade Etch: "7951 KAI USA" and "MAGNACUT" stamped directly on the blade flat for model identification at a glance
  • Opening System: Push-button automatic with fast, authoritative deployment; the same button press closes and locks the blade
  • Lock Type: Push-button lock with solid lockup and no blade play
  • Handle Material: Gray anodized 6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum with black textured G10 inlays on both sides for secure grip in any conditions
  • Finger Guards: Integrated upper and lower guards on the handle keep your fingers safely away from the blade during use
  • Pocket Clip: Black Cerakote-coated deep-carry clip, reversible for right- or left-hand tip-up carry; screwed in place with black-oxide hardware
  • Hardware: Black-oxide handle screws and fasteners throughout
  • Jimping: Serrated spine jimping at the top of the blade for thumb purchase and control
  • Carry Profile: Closed length of 4.95 inches keeps this knife slim and discreet in a pocket
  • Weight: 3.1 oz. (88 g), light enough for all-day carry
  • Country of Origin: USA: Design, Prototype, Quality Control, and Manufacture
  • Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty from Kershaw
  • Engravability: Eligible for engraving through Kershaw's engraving program

Specifications

Specifications Table

Specification Detail
Brand Kershaw
Model / MPN 7951
UPC 087171066561
Blade Length 3.5 in. (8.9 cm)
Blade Style Clip Point
Blade Edge Plain
Blade Steel CPM MagnaCut
Blade Hardness HRC 62-64
Blade Finish Black Cerakote
Blade Thickness 0.12 in. (3 mm)
Overall Length 8.45 in. (21.5 cm)
Closed Length 4.95 in. (12.6 cm)
Handle Material 6061-T6 Aluminum with Black G10 Inlays
Handle Color Gray Anodized
Handle Thickness 0.5 in. (12.7 mm)
Hardware Black-oxide handle screws; black Cerakote pocket clip
Weight 3.1 oz. (88 g)
Opening Action Automatic (Push Button)
Lock Type Push-Button Lock
Style Pocketknife / Folding Knife
Pocket Clip Reversible Deep-Carry (Right/Left, Tip-Up)
Designer Kershaw Originals
Year Released 2023
Country of Origin USA (Design, Prototype, QC, and Manufacture)
Warranty Limited Lifetime Warranty


Compatibility

The Kershaw Launch 17 (7951) is a standalone folding knife and does not require additional platforms, mounts, or adapters. A few things worth knowing before you buy:

Pocket Clip Configuration: The reversible deep-carry clip accommodates right- or left-handed tip-up carry and is easy to swap without special tools. It is not configured for tip-down carry.

Legal Compatibility: Automatic knives are subject to state and local laws that vary widely across the United States. You are responsible for confirming that ownership, carry, and transport of an automatic knife is legal in your jurisdiction before purchasing. Per federal law, automatic knives cannot be shipped via USPS; all automatic knife orders from wcuniforms.com ship via UPS Ground.

Blade Steel Note: Older production runs of the 7951 used CPM S35VN blade steel. Current production models, including units sold at WCUniforms, are built with CPM MagnaCut.

Engravability: The Launch 17 is eligible for engraving through Kershaw's official engraving service, making it a strong candidate for gifts, awards, or personalized carry knives.


Intended Users

The Kershaw Launch 17 is built for anyone who demands a fast, reliable cutting tool that holds up under real-world use.

Law enforcement and security professionals often carry a quality folding knife as a backup utility tool for cutting seatbelts, rope, packaging, or cord at a moment's notice. The fast push-button deployment and deep-carry clip make the Launch 17 easy to access without drawing attention.

Everyday carry enthusiasts and knife collectors are drawn to the Launch 17 for its fighting knife heritage, premium CPM MagnaCut steel, and clean USA-made craftsmanship. With HRC 62-64 hardness and exceptional corrosion resistance, it holds an edge longer than most production knives in this class.

Tactical users, military personnel, and armed professionals value the clip point blade geometry for both general cutting and precision work, combined with the safety advantages of a push-button lock that won't accidentally open in a pocket or bag.

Survivalists and preppers appreciate the all-weather reliability of MagnaCut steel, the aluminum-and-G10 handle construction, and the Limited Lifetime Warranty that backs every Launch 17 produced.


What's Included

  • 1x Kershaw Launch 17 Automatic Folding Knife (7951) with blade in closed position
  • 1x Factory-installed reversible deep-carry pocket clip

No sheath or storage case is included. No additional accessories are required for standard carry and use.


Available at WCUniforms

WCUniforms is a veteran and former law enforcement-owned specialty retailer serving public safety professionals, tactical users, and civilian enthusiasts across the United States. We carry a curated selection of American-made knives and tactical tools, backed by same-day shipping on qualifying orders and a commitment to getting your gear to you fast.

Unlike generic sporting goods retailers, WCUniforms specializes in the kind of equipment that law enforcement officers, security professionals, and serious EDC users actually rely on. Shop the Kershaw Launch 17 and the full Kershaw lineup with confidence at wcuniforms.com.

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★★★★★ 4
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This is the second crossover event in the Marvel Star Wars comics. It brings the ongoing Doctor Aphra and Star Wars series together. I liked the pairing of Luke with Aphra. They play well off of each other with Luke's naive goodness and Aphra's experienced gray morality. I liked when she called him a wannabe padawan. There are some well designed characters in this comic. The residents of the Screaming Citadel have a goth bdsm vibe. Luke even gets to dress up. I liked seeing him in something different. I want to know more about Sana and Aphra's past!!! Please, Marvel, make a queer love story prequel!!! The murder droids are wonderful. Having them on the same side as the "good guys" for at least the time being led to some funny situations. The last panel intrigued me. I give this graphic novel a 4/5. I am always here for more Doctor Aphra!
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Kindle Customer
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★★★★★ 5
Excellent mini series.
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This is an excellent follow up to Vader Down. Luke Skywalker and friends take on a bigger threat than The Empire and Darth Vader that is connected to the Jedi. Luke and Dr. Aphra join forces to find the answers Like is seeking. Truly worth reading and entertaining.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2019
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Ryan of the East Coast
Port Orchard, US
★★★★★ 5
Source material for Nolan's trilogy is powerful writing and art...
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The Long Halloween is great, but I actually had more fun reading through Dark Victory. It's a crime mystery that consistently had me guessing through to the conclusion about who The Hangman's true identity was. What I really loved most was the evolution of the characters' personalities--from Jim Gordon to Harvey Dent to Bruce (who really is more in his iconic "Batman" persona here)--that began in Batman: Year One to Batman: The Long Halloween and into Batman: Dark Victory. It really does work like a trilogy. It's also notable to include Gotham city's underworld itself as a character of its own. Batman begins (pardon the pun) in Year One with a quest to sort of rid the city of the mafia, which is and has been the main criminal body up until this point. In The Long Halloween, the mafia begins to lose power because of the rise of the Batman's presence. During that time, some of the most insane and dangerous criminals escape Arkham Asylum and begin quietly terrorizing the city anew, spreading like a virus. Slowly, the "freaks"--as the mafia calls them--start to gain more and more power by simply being a more unorganized crime source (as opposed to organized crime). Characters like Pamela Isley, Solomon Grundy, Mr. Freeze, the Penguin, Scarecrow, the Joker, and others, establish and strengthen their grips on Gotham's criminal underworld. It's nice that these villains--these "freaks"--also aren't the main conflict in Dark Victory (or The Long Halloween or Year One, for that matter); they appear when it is effective for them to appear, slowly taking more prominence in the setting of the story as it progresses. The main conflict has to deal with the solving of the mysteries behind The Hangman killings. The Long Halloween and Dark Victory are, primarily, crime mysteries, which is what makes them interesting. What makes them great literature, however, is the creative team that is Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale. Loeb's writing is really well-crafted here: the entire arc unfolds at a consistent pace and he balances out dialogue with Batman's internal narration very smoothly. And, as I mentioned previously, personality and narrative arcs of the main characters (Gordon, Batman, and Dent) have fully matured by this point in the trilogy, leaving the supporting characters a chance to evolve and come into their own. Much of these progressions are not just depicted by the writing, however; Tim Sale (who worked previously with Loeb on The Long Halloween) elevates and perfects his artwork in this story. There's not a change in the look of the characters, so you know it's definitely his style, but you sense immediately (especially if reading Dark Victory right after finishing The Long Halloween) the new level of attention paid to composition of the drawings. Shadows and silhouettes, contrasts between setting and characters, everything adds to the mood and atmosphere of the characters and the scenes they're a part of. In terms of the print itself, the paperback is excellent. This and The Long Halloween have really nice paper, which I'll catch myself sometimes randomly sniffing in the middle of a read to enjoy the new paper smell. The ink is really crisp, the colors pop, and the design of the book itself is laid out very clearly. There aren't page numbers or a contents page, but every issue is separated by chapter pages that include gorgeous, high-contrast artwork to help distinguish which issue you're on. Additionally, the print comes with an introduction by David S. Goyer, who co-wrote the Nolan film trilogy. Overall, I can't stress enough how gorgeous this trade paperback is and how excellent and top-tier this story arc is. I really enjoyed it just as much, if not more so, then The Long Halloween. No other Batman story arc has topped my enjoyment of this particular trilogy. Highly recommended in addition to Batman: Year One and Batman: The Long Halloween.
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Kris
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★★★★★ 5
I love this comic book!
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I love DC comics and obviously the Batfam are some of the most well known and loved characters within the DC universe. I love the art style and story in this comic. If you are debating whether or not to purchase this comic, DO IT!
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Alex Lamberd
Pawtucket, US
★★★★★ 5
One of the best Bat stories that I've read.
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Coming off from The Long Halloween, Jeff Loeb and Tim Sale give us the sequel to their popular story tale in which we see Batman go at it with another year long mystery, while also giving us an origin story for the first Robin, Dick Grayson. After reading this book, I have come away having with even more love of the Dark Knight's mythology, while coming to see this as my favorite Batman story that I have read, even if it doesn't stand as well on its own. ON the narrative side of things, Loeb delivers a story fairly similar to the one he gave in The Long Halloween, though I feel this one is a bit more polished than Halloween was. Some have said that the retreading of plot structure have limited the way Loeb's later works are read, but I myself have no problem with it (for the most part), Loeb manages to do enough differently that you don't feel like you're reading the exact same story. The real big negative I'd have to give this graphic novel is that it really doesn't stand as well by itself than if you had read The Long Halloween. While I myself read that story before coming in to this one, I did see many connections that I would assume would through off any newcomers who hadn't read the prior story. But I will say that this is the story that had me invested the most emotionally. Without giving away any spoilers, that last page in the novel gave me such a cathartic experience that I really came to appreciate certain aspects of the Dark Knight's mythology, and how themes of loneliness were touched upon in a very genuine way. Looking at the art for the novel, Sale's work has improved much from The Long Halloween. I always mention in reviews concerning Sale that I was originally not a fan of his art, but after going through his work, you can't help but admire the level skill he manages to put in his drawings. There is a very big noir feeling in this novel (a plus for ) that is just delivered so well that any preferences in art I may have against Sale are put away in admiring the way he plays with lighting in the story. My biggest complaint for the art, which is a more of a personal thing really, is that I do not like the "pixie" costume they gave Robin (which is his default costume that many would associate him with). I have never really liked this costume, probably never will, but again, this is just me. Overall, I would say I really enjoyed the novel and would have to recommend it to any fans of the Batman (although I'd make sure you have read The Long Halloween first). This has come to be one of my most favorited Batman stories I've read, and I hope others will receive the same level of satisfaction that I have.
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