Kershaw Misdirect Folding Pocket Knife, 2.9" 4Cr14 Stainless Steel Blade, Compact Frame Lock Design

Smaller knife than my full size iridium but that’s what I was going for. Wanted something I could use when I’m out and about and not worry if I lose it or abuse it. It was $20 and it fluctuates between $26-$20 on Amazon. So if you’re thinking about it, watch it for a few days before buying it. It fits great in the pocket since it’s slim and small. I’ve got some meaty hands and I’m able to comfortably get a full grip on it. It is slightly slippery due to the all metal body but I don’t use or need a knife on a daily basis that I depend on it too heavily.I’ve had better experiences with assisted opening knives compared to the duralock with my Iridium. After a few boxes cut on the iridium; the blade began to have play and wiggled a bit vertically. Never had that issue with assisted opening knives but for the price point, we’ll see.Definitely recommend if you’re tired of carrying around a bulky knife that takes up a lot of space in your pocket and want something decent. Just remember, don’t expect high quality from a $20 knife.

I bought this knife on sale. I have to say I am very impressed with what I have found so far. I like Kershaw brand knives. I own their Kurkri and other full tang straight blade camp knives. This is the first Kershaw pocket knife I have owned.First the pros:1) Out of the box I loved the feel of this knife. It is slim with enough heft to feel like a solid work tool.2) I love the straight look and lines of this knife. Most knives have multiple incorporated curves in the handle and blade. This knife has mostly very straight and sleek lines. The curve at the choil and flipper combine to give it a great sturdy feel.3) To continue with the look the blade feels like it wants to jump out. Like a sail boat cutting through waves.4) It is a very sturdy blade.5) There is no play in the pivot.6) The screws are slightly recessed but what you can feel of them is more like an accent. It adds to the tactile feel of holding it instead of taking away from the handle.7) The assisted spring action is very satisfying. It pops solidly into place. The action is quick and decisive but not so much that it feels as if the knife can be pulled out of position by the inertia.8) The blade itself is a very rugged looking stone wash and is razor sharp out of the box. I know that is a cliche description for most blades but I kid you not. Be careful with this blade. IT will shave the hairs of your arm with little to no effort.9) The shape of the blade if very complementary to the handle. They flow very well together.10) The pocket Clip is very solid and allows for a secure hold.11) There is also a very nice lanyard hole at the back of the blade. The design adds something to the lines to finish the straight more mechanical feel to the blade. It is a black metal incorporated into the crosshatched back plate.12) The second stage pause on closing is positive and gives strong, tactile warning that the blade is coming home to its resting place.13) Very important for any blade I buy is protection for my hand. The flipper becomes enough of a guard that I think it would be very hard to have my hand slip forward over the blade should I use it point first.Cons:1) The smooth metal handle is awesome but it takes some practice to get a feel for how the blade will sit and open in your hand. Initially I thought about either tooling a small amount of crosshatching or adding a small stylized piece of skateboard tape like I would to a pistol handle. I did decide to keep it a clean, smooth look just because I really enjoy the look and the feel became more pleasant with practice.2) The lock was a little stiff at first but with more use it quickly became more fluid while retaining a very stable lock for the blade.3) Made in China (I noticed this after close inspection of the blade)Summary:Overall the cons are really not cons. I happened on this knife at a great sale price but to be honest I would feel just as impressed had I paid full price for it. The looks drew my eye and the features convinced me to buy it. I do not regret it in the least. This will quickly become an EDC favorite for work (27plus years in LE). This knife is also super fun to fidget with. It just feels good to the hands. It may not be at the same quality as a Benchmade but it is a crazy good value for the quality in the blade that I have found so far. Plus at this price I have no problems with putting it through its paces. Time will tell as to the durability of the blade.I Highly recommending this knife if you are looking for a great deal.

the size makes it a little bit awkward to use as a man. for the price though it feels very nice, makes nice straight cuts, and it looks cool to boot. would make a nice stocking stuffer.

Slightly smaller than expected. Smaller than your average truck stop knife. The sharpness is so so. One I bought at a truck stop was so sharp that I accidentally cut my fingers opening it. The risk seems less so with this blade. It does open easily but the catch to keep it locked open doesn't fully engage on its own so beware of that. Other than that I think it'll do just fine.

This is my go to in the kitchen as a chef we need a side knife for boxes, packages, etc. Slender profile, easy access extremely sharp quality blade to be honest half the time I use it to cut my own food with when I’m eating.

This is the second of these knives I have ordered. I really like it for both on duty public safety work and off-duty everyday carry. It's small size can make opening a little bit of a challenge, but once you get used to it it's not a big thing. The knife stays sharp. I've had other Kershaw knives that cost several times as much, but like this one the best. Very pleased and highly recommend.

Why did you pick this product vs others?:Reviews were good and it looked like a knife I would like. It did not disappoint me very well made and sharp. Highly recommend.

Awesome EDC knife. Feels so smooth the flick open. Will probably buy a backup soon.