Kershaw Iridium Folding Knife — Reverse Tanto, Black-Oxide (2038BLK)

$72.95

Same Iridium platform. Different blade, different attitude. The Reverse Tanto version trades the spear point for a geometry that's built to pierce first and slice through — and if you're regularly punching through cardboard, heavy packaging, or strapping, that tip earns its keep. Add D2 tool steel at HRC 59–60, KVT ball-bearing pivot, all-black treatment throughout, and Kershaw's limited lifetime warranty, and you've got an EDC folder that works as hard as it looks.

What Makes This Knife Stand Out

Reverse tanto geometry gives you a reinforced tip that handles piercing better than a standard spear point — if you're regularly punching through cardboard, heavy packaging, or strapping before slicing, this blade shape earns its keep
D2 tool steel at HRC 59–60 holds a serious working edge through sustained daily use — a meaningful step up from anything running 8Cr13MoV or AUS-8 at this price point
KVT ball-bearing pivot opens smooth and one-handed every time — well-tuned bearing system, no assisted-open gimmick required
DuraLock crossbar locks up securely and releases ambidextrously — works the same whether you carry left or right
3.5 oz with a reversible deep-carry clip — rides tip-up at the pocket bottom and disappears until you need it

Specs

  
      Spec
      Detail
    
      Blade Steel
      D2 High-Carbon Tool Steel
    
      Blade Style
      Reverse Tanto
    
      Blade Length
      3.45 in. (8.8 cm)
    
      Blade Thickness
      0.11 in. (2.8 mm)
    
      Overall Length
      4.5 in. closed / 7.95 in. open
    
      Handle Material
      6061-T6 Aluminum, Black Anodized
    
      Handle Length
      4.5 in.
    
      Weight
      3.5 oz (99 g)
    
      Lock Type
      DuraLock (Crossbar)
    
      Clip
      Deep-carry tip-up — reversible left/right
    
      Opening Mechanism
      Manual KVT ball bearings (thumb stud)
    
      Blade Finish
      Black-Oxide Coating
    
      Blade Hardness
      HRC 59-60
    
      Country of Origin
      USA Design & QC / China Manufacture

Who It's For

Carriers who prefer a tactical aesthetic. The all-black look is clean and understated, not over-the-top. It appeals to people who want their gear to look like it means business without being flashy.
Anyone doing a lot of piercing and slicing. The reverse tanto geometry gives you a stronger tip than a standard spear point. If you're regularly punching through cardboard, heavy packaging, or strapping, this blade shape works in your favor.
Left-handed users. Same as the standard Iridium, the deep-carry clip is fully reversible for left or right carry.
Buyers stepping up from budget knives. D2 steel and KVT bearings at $72.95 is a lot of knife for the money. This is a meaningful upgrade from anything running 8Cr13MoV or basic liner locks.

Who It's NOT For

People who want the classic look. If you prefer the two-tone blade finish and gray handle of the standard Kershaw Iridium, that's the one to grab. Same platform, different style.
Hard-use or fixed blade tasks. Like the standard Iridium, this is a folder built for cutting, not abuse. For heavy work, browse our fixed blade knives.
Corrosion-prone environments. D2 is a high-carbon tool steel, not stainless. The black-oxide coating helps, but if you're regularly working in wet or saltwater conditions, a stainless blade like the Leek's 14C28N will serve you better.
USA-made only buyers. Designed and QC'd in the USA, manufactured in China. If country of origin is a dealbreaker, the Kershaw Leek is fully made in the USA.

📦 SHIPPING & DELIVERY

• 7.95 flat-rate shipping (Continental US)

• FREE shipping on orders over $99

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