Kershaw Scallion Damascus Folding Knife

Designed by knifemaker Ken Onion, the Scallion is named for its small stature. At just 3.5 inches long in the closed position, it keeps a low profile in a pocket. But its 2.5-inch blade excels in a variety of tasks—especially since this version is made with striking damascus steel. Great for detail work and everyday jobs, the blade’s recurve shape is also good for pulling through material. And thanks to Kershaw’s SpeedSafe assisted-opening system, which Ken Onion invented himself, it flies into the open position with a simple press on the flipper or thumb stud. On this model, the handle is made from aluminum with a stainless steel liner lock for blade security.

A former US Marine and avid knife collector since childhood, Ken Onion is known as one of the most innovative knife designers in the industry. The youngest member ever inducted into the Knifemakers Hall of Fame, Onion holds 36 patents and actually invented Kershaw’s acclaimed SpeedSafe opening system. A firm believer in American-made craftsmanship, Onion currently operates out of his workshop in Kaneohe, Hawaii.