Kershaw NRG 1740 Knife Review by Nutnfancy

nutnfancy — July 17, 2008 — This is an innovative and cool EDC knife. Made of Sandvik 13C26 steel, the blade is perfectly sized and shaped for EDC tasks. Blade deployment is fast and sure with a integral flipper design that operates smoothly and provides an authoritative deployment. The grey G10 scales on this model are well executed and provide a sure grip as does the jimping on the blade. The clip is kind of goofy and overly wide (and mounted too low on handle) but it is strong and functional. These G10 scales are handsome and comfortable however I would like to see them made thinner as well as some lightening holes in the liners to save a few micro ounces. Still at 2.2 oz this NRG is very pocketable and a breeze to carry. The Kershaw NRG comes in two versions: this smaller one Mdl 1740 and the larger one Mdl 1745. I sold my 1745 as I felt it was too a bit too chunky and heavy for the price and I much prefer this smaller version for EDC. In fact it will rate as one of my favorite EDC choices.