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In his review of the Homefront knife ( Officer.com/12316595 ) Frank Borelli begins with "For as far back as I can remember I've carried a folding knife in my pocket. One of the things I was taught in my early teens was never to leave the house without a knife and a lighter (two essential survival tools)."
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Brought to you by Law Enforcement Product News September 2017.
From Kershaw Knives / KAI USA LTD
The Launch 5's CPM154 powdered metallurgy blade steel offers more uniform distribution of carbides—so it takes and holds an excellent edge. It also provides good corrosion resistance, wear resistance, and toughness. The blade is stonewashed for good looks and to hide use-scratches.
To lighten the Launch 5's weight, the handles and integrated backspacer are made of durable anodized aluminum. A machined texture on the handles provides a secure grip. The Launch 5 opens with a push button, recessed so that it is level with the flat of the handle. This is a safety feature and makes it harder for the knives...