Kershaw Atmos Carbon Fiber Handle Flipper Knife (4037)
The Kershaw Atmos Carbon Fiber Handle Flipper Knife (4037) is a well-regarded everyday carry knife, recognized for its practical design and reliable performance. Designed by Dmitry Sinkevich, the Atmos brings a refined aesthetic and functional precision to your daily tasks. Its slim profile and lightweight construction ensure comfortable and discreet carry, making it an ideal companion for a wide range of cutting needs, from opening packages to light utility work. The carefully chosen materials and thoughtful engineering result in a knife that is both pleasing to handle and efficient in use.
KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS:
Smooth KVT Ball-Bearing Opening: The KVT ball-bearing system ensures an exceptionally smooth and quick blade deployment with just a flick of the flipper, allowing for fast and efficient one-handed operation when needed.
Lightweight and Slim Design: Weighing only 1.9 ounces and featuring a slim handle profile, the Atmos is designed for comfortable pocket carry, easily disappearing into your clothing without adding bulk.
Comfortable Carbon Fiber Overlay Handle: The G10 handle with a carbon fiber overlay provides a secure grip, while its chamfered and smoothed edges ensure a comfortable feel in hand and effortless retrieval from your pocket.
Reliable Inset Liner Lock: The secure inset liner lock mechanism provides a strong and dependable lock-up of the blade when open, ensuring safety during use and confidence in its performance.
Versatile Drop Point Blade: The 3-inch 8Cr13MoV stainless steel drop point blade offers a versatile profile suitable for various cutting tasks, providing good edge retention and corrosion resistance for everyday utility.
Reversible Deep-Carry Pocketclip: The deep-carry pocketclip is reversible for left or right-hand, tip-up carry, allowing for discreet and customized carry options to suit individual preference.
Blade Length: 3 in. (7.6 cm)
Blade Material: 8Cr13MoV
Blade Finish/Coating: Satin finish, sanded flats
Blade Thickness: 0.102 in. (2.6 mm)
Closed Length: 4 in. (10.2 cm)
Handle Material: G10, carbon fiber overlay
Handle Thickness: 0.43 in. (10.85 mm)
Overall Length: 6.9 in. (17.5 cm)
Weight: 1.9 oz. (53.9 g)
Handle Color: Black
Hardware: Glass-filled nylon backspacer, steel screws
Included: Knife only
Retrieve from Pocket: Gently pull the knife from your pocket using the pocketclip.
Grip the Handle: Hold the handle firmly in your preferred hand, ensuring your fingers are clear of the blade's path.
Engage the Flipper: Place your index finger on the flipper tab located on the spine side of the blade.
Open the Blade: Apply a quick, controlled downward pressure to the flipper tab. The KVT ball-bearing system will allow the blade to rotate smoothly and swiftly into the open position.
Confirm Lock: Visually and audibly confirm that the inset liner lock has fully engaged the blade tang, securing the blade in the open position.
Perform Task: Use the blade for your intended cutting task.
Close the Blade: Carefully disengage the liner lock by pushing the locking bar away from the blade tang. As the lock disengages, gently guide the blade back into the handle with your other hand, ensuring your fingers are clear of the closing path.
BENEFITS OF USING KERSHAW ATMOS CARBON FIBER HANDLE FLIPPER KNIFE (4037):
Lightweight and compact for unobtrusive everyday carry.
Effortless one-handed opening enabled by the KVT ball-bearing system.
Comfortable handle design reduces hand fatigue during use.
Reversible deep-carry clip provides customizable carry options.
Modern materials and aesthetic deliver functional elegance.
Inset liner lock ensures blade remains securely open during operation.
Recognized by BACKPACKER magazine as a top EDC choice in 2019.
Manual flipper deployment system.
KVT ball-bearing pivot for smooth action.
Designed by Dmitry Sinkevich.
Slim, modified drop point blade style.
Plain blade edge.
Inset liner lock mechanism.
Reversible deep-carry pocketclip.
G10 handle with carbon fiber overlay.
Chamfered and angled handle edges for comfort.
Glass-filled nylon backspacer.
Steel screws for assembly.
Overall length of 6.9 inches.
Closed length of 4 inches.
Satin blade finish with sanded flats.
Distinctive custom oversized pivot.
Manufactured in China with USA design and quality control.
Can be personalized through engraving.
Product identification
- Brand: Kershaw
- Model / MPN: 4037
