The Kershaw Iridium is a sleek and modern folding knife designed to elevate your everyday carry with smart materials, a refined aesthetic, and top-tier performance. With a clean, minimalist profile and robust build quality, this knife brings a striking balance of form and function that’s ready to impress on the job, in the field, or anywhere your day takes you.
At the heart of the Iridium is a 3.4-inch reverse tanto blade crafted from D2 tool steel—well known for its excellent edge retention and toughness. The stonewash finish gives the blade a rugged yet refined look while helping hide wear from repeated use. It’s a blade style that offers a sharp, controllable tip and plenty of cutting edge, ideal for slicing tasks, detailed work, and everyday utility. Whether you're opening boxes, prepping campfire kindling, or just tackling small chores, this blade performs with dependable consistency.
Kershaw’s manual KVT ball bearing system allows the Iridium to open with exceptional smoothness. Twin thumb studs give you ambidextrous control, making it easy to operate with either hand. Lockup is solid and reassuring thanks to the DuraLock mechanism—a crossbar-style lock that keeps the blade secure during use and disengages quickly when you're ready to close it. It’s a confident, safe design built for daily carry.
The handle is crafted from black anodized 6061-T6 aluminum, giving the knife a sturdy but lightweight feel. It’s slim in the pocket, yet fills the hand nicely during use. The anodized finish adds a layer of durability and corrosion resistance, while maintaining a stealthy, understated look. The Iridium’s ergonomic shape offers a natural grip, with subtle contouring that enhances comfort during extended cutting tasks.
Kershaw didn't stop at performance—they’ve also made the Iridium incredibly pocket friendly. A reversible, deep-carry, tip-up pocket clip rides low and secure, keeping your knife discreetly tucked away but ready at a moment’s notice. A lanyard slot offers additional carry options for those who prefer added security or customization.
With an overall length of 7.95 inches and weighing just 3.5 ounces, the Iridium strikes an ideal size and weight balance. It's substantial enough for real work but light enough that you’ll forget it’s in your pocket—until you need it.
This knife is a great choice for users who value reliability, refined design, and modern convenience in their everyday gear. Whether you're a seasoned knife enthusiast or looking to upgrade your first folder, the Kershaw Iridium delivers premium features at an impressive value.
Proudly offered by the world’s largest knife store, Smoky Mountain Knife Works, the Iridium is available now through the best online knife store. When you want cutting-edge performance with classic Kershaw quality, the Iridium is a standout addition to any rotation.