** PLEASE USE CODE KERSHAW12 WITH THIS ITEM **
Kershaw Continental 3.35 Inch CPM MagnaCut BlackWash FDE Aluminum 6200 KS6200 UPC 087171075303
Product Description
The USA-made Kershaw® Continental Manual Folding Knife (SKU: 6200 / UPC: 087171075303) merges tactical durability with streamlined everyday carry utility. Built around Kershaw's ambidextrous DuraLock crossbar mechanism and KVT caged ball-bearing pivot system, this folder delivers rapid, reliable one-handed deployment and rock-solid lockup for demanding daily cutting tasks.
At the core of the Continental is a 3.35-inch Drop Point blade crafted from Swedish-sourced CPM MagnaCut powder-metallurgy stainless steel hardened to 62-64 HRC. Engineered to eliminate traditional trade-offs between edge retention, impact toughness, and corrosion resistance, the 0.121-inch thick full-flat ground blade slices efficiently while resisting chipping under hard use. Kershaw's signature BlackWash™ black-oxide stonewashed finish eliminates specular glare and conceals field scratches over years of service.
The 4.37-inch handle is precision-machined from lightweight aluminum with a textured, tactical Flat Dark Earth (FDE) anodized finish and black-oxide hardware, keeping total carry weight down to just 3.10 oz. A slim 0.47-inch handle profile pairs with a reversible deep-carry tip-up pocket clip and integrated lanyard hole for discreet left- or right-handed pocket retention.
*Bladesmith Bench Notes & Field Maintenance Guidance:*
Deployment, Carry & Metallurgy Advisory: Manual thumb-stud folder operating on KVT caged ball bearings with an ambidextrous DuraLock crossbar lock and high-hardness (62-64 HRC) CPM MagnaCut stainless blade steel. Although CPM MagnaCut exhibits exceptional corrosion resistance, periodic wiping and light protective oil application preserve the BlackWash™ oxide finish. Sharpen at 17 to 20 degrees per side using diamond or ceramic abrasives to cleanly abrade vanadium carbides, and avoid over-torquing micro-Torx (T6) pocket clip screws.
- Verify the blade path and work area are completely clear of obstructions, keeping fingers clear of the blade track and DuraLock crossbar path during initial inspection.
- Cycle the thumb studs and DuraLock crossbar several times to inspect KVT ball-bearing smoothness, wiping away any excess factory shipping preservative along the tang and crossbar interface.
- If reversing the deep-carry pocket clip for left-hand tip-up carry, use a precision-fitted T6 Torx bit and apply a small drop of removable blue threadlocker to prevent screw back-out.
- Apply a single micro-drop of light synthetic pivot oil to the KVT bearings after compressed-air cleaning, and maintain the factory plain edge at 17-20 degrees per side on diamond or ceramic stones.
- Perform a final lockup check to confirm zero vertical or horizontal blade play, verify centered blade alignment in the FDE aluminum chassis, and stage for deep-carry pocket deployment.
Key Features
- CPM MagnaCut Blade Steel & BlackWash™ Finish: 3.35-inch Drop Point blade hardened to 62-64 HRC delivers elite edge retention, high toughness, and corrosion resistance with a non-reflective, scratch-hiding black-oxide stonewash finish.
- FDE Anodized Aluminum Handle: Precision-machined, textured Flat Dark Earth aluminum scales provide rigid structural integrity and secure purchase at an ultralight 3.10 oz overall weight.
- DuraLock & KVT Ball-Bearing Action: Ambidextrous crossbar lock secures the blade firmly open while allowing safe, one-handed closure without placing fingers in the blade path, paired with ultra-smooth KVT ball bearings.
- Ambidextrous Deep-Carry System: Features dual black-oxide thumb studs, an integrated lanyard hole, and a reversible deep-carry tip-up pocket clip for discreet right- or left-hand carry.
Product Specifications
- Brand: Kershaw®
- Model/Series: Continental
- MPN / SKU: 6200 / KS6200
- UPC: 087171075303
- Blade Length: 3.35" (85.1 mm)
- Blade Thickness: 0.121" (3.0 mm)
- Overall Length (OAL): 7.72" (196.1 mm)
- Closed / Handle Length: 4.37" (111.0 mm)
- Blade Steel: CPM MagnaCut Stainless Steel (62-64 HRC)
- Blade Style / Grind: Drop Point / Flat Grind
- Blade Finish / Color: BlackWash™ (Black Oxide Stonewash)
- Edge Type: Plain
- Handle Material / Color: Anodized Aluminum / Flat Dark Earth (FDE)
- Locking / Action Mechanism: DuraLock Crossbar Lock / Manual Thumb Stud (KVT Ball Bearings)
- Pocket Clip / Sheath: Reversible Deep-Carry Pocket Clip (Tip-Up, Right/Left)
- Weight: 3.10 oz (88.0 g)
- Country of Origin: USA (with American & Global Materials)
