Kershaw XCOM handle scales
Kershaw XCOM handle scales
In 2019, Kershaw—known for innovative tactical EDC knives—collaborated with custom knifemaker Les George to create the XCOM (model 3425). Announced in early 2019 (with reviews surfacing mid-2019 and full release by summer), it reimagined the classic WWII US M3 trench knife as a modern folding design for legal, pocket-friendly carry in restricted areas
The Kershaw XCOM features a 3.6-inch symmetrical spear-point blade in 8Cr13MoV stainless steel (black-oxide coating, bayonet grind) for piercing and cutting prowess. Weighing ~4.2 oz with 8-inch overall length, it includes a thumb disk opener (glove-friendly, no flipper), liner lock, textured black glass-filled nylon (GFN) handles, and reversible deep-carry clip—ideal for tactical folding knives, EDC knives, and self-defense
Priced affordably (~$40–$60 MSRP, China-made), it earned praise for its old-school trench knife aesthetics, solid build, and value—quickly becoming a favorite in Kershaw's budget tactical lineup. The XCOM bridged historical military heritage with contemporary portability, solidifying Kershaw's reputation for accessible, designer-inspired folding knives