Kershaw Chive 1600 Pocket Knife
- 1.9 inch drop point blade, 420HC steel
- Stainless steel handle
- 4.8 inches item length
- Ambidextrous, plain edge
- Limited lifetime warranty
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A small everyday pocketknife with a stainless handle, usable in either hand. The listing is thin on lock and carry details, so check how it opens and carries.
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ASIN: B0009VC9RWCategory: Utility & Work Knives
Overview
Slipping into a pocket, this small knife carries a 420HC drop point blade with a plain edge. The stainless steel handle suits either hand, and the listing calls it water resistant.
A short blade and low profile make it an easy everyday carry for light cutting. The limit is the thin listing, which gives no lock type, opener style or clip details.
Who it's for
Everyday carriers, office workers and campers who like a small knife that stays out of the way. A buyer who wants a larger blade for food prep or outdoor chores should look at a bigger knife.
Pros and cons
- Small enough for any pocket
- Plain edge drop point blade
- Works in either hand
- Limited lifetime warranty
- Lock type not listed
- Short blade for larger jobs
- Hand wash only
- Clip details not listed
Performance notes
A drop point blade has a strong tip and a belly for slicing, and the plain edge sharpens easily. The 420HC steel resists corrosion reasonably well and needs regular edge care. Hand washing and drying helps the finish last.
Specifications
| Brand | Kershaw |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Blade Length | 1.9 incheslower than 90% of 61 utility & work knives |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Item Length | 4.8 incheslower than 81% of 105 utility & work knives |
| Item Weight | 0.19 Ounces |
| Size | 1.9" |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | AC/DC |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material | 420HC |
| Handle Material | Stainless steel |
| Color | 1600 |
| Included components | |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Included Components | high-carbon, corrosion-resistant |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | Limited lifetime |
| Other details | |
| Blade Shape | Drop point |
| Special Features | Water resistant |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand wash only |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
| Item Shape | Rectangular |
| Item Type Name | Chive A/O |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Everyday |
| Reusability | [INF] |
| Style | Pocketknife |
Closest rivals on specs
CRKT Folts Utility 2384K Fixed Blade Knife- Blade Length 1.9 vs 2.2 inches (-14%)
Gerber EAB Lite Pocket Razor Knife- Blade Length 1.9 vs 2.25 inches (-16%)
Gerber Paraframe Mini Pocket Knife- Blade Length 1.9 vs 2.2 inches (-14%)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Kershaw Chive 1600 left-hand friendly?
The listing gives ambidextrous hand orientation.
What steel is the Kershaw Chive 1600 blade?
The listing gives 420HC.
Can the Kershaw Chive 1600 go in the dishwasher?
No. The listing says hand wash only.
What is the Kershaw Chive 1600 blade length?
The listing gives 1.9 inches.