--- product_id: 1411380 title: "Kershaw Brawler Pocket Knife, All-Black, 3 Inch Tanto Blade" brand: "kershaw" price: "₨1167" currency: SCR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Kershaw" url: https://www.desertcart.sc/products/1411380-kershaw-brawler-pocket-knife-all-black-3-inch-tanto-blade store_origin: SC region: Seychelles --- # 3-inch modified tanto blade All-black glass-filled nylon handle 8Cr13MoV stainless steel for edge retention Kershaw Brawler Pocket Knife, All-Black, 3 Inch Tanto Blade **Brand:** kershaw **Price:** ₨1167 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ–€ Own the Edge: Tactical Style Meets Everyday Power ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Kershaw Brawler Pocket Knife, All-Black, 3 Inch Tanto Blade by kershaw - **How much does it cost?** ₨1167 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sc](https://www.desertcart.sc/products/1411380-kershaw-brawler-pocket-knife-all-black-3-inch-tanto-blade) ## Best For - kershaw enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted kershaw brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Rapid Deployment Safety:** Assisted opening mechanism paired with a secure liner lock ensures quick, confident blade access and safety. - β€’ **Precision Piercing Power:** 3-inch modified tanto blade with swedged top grind for superior tip strength and penetration. - β€’ **Enduring Edge Performance:** Crafted from 8Cr13MoV stainless steel, engineered for enhanced hardness and long-lasting sharpness. - β€’ **Ergonomic Tactical Design:** Curved, glass-filled nylon handle offers a comfortable, secure grip for extended use in any environment. - β€’ **Ambidextrous Carry Flexibility:** 4-position deep carry pocket clip supports right/left hand, tip-up or tip-down carry for ultimate convenience. ## Overview The Kershaw Brawler is a sleek, all-black folding knife featuring a 3-inch modified tanto blade made from durable 8Cr13MoV stainless steel. Designed for tactical and everyday use, it offers ambidextrous carry options with a 4-position pocket clip, assisted opening for quick access, and a secure liner lock. Its ergonomic glass-filled nylon handle ensures comfort and control, making it a reliable companion for professionals and outdoor enthusiasts alike. ## Description An ideal tactical knife, the Kershaw Brawler is ready for whatever life throws your way. Made from 8Cr13MoV stainless steel, the 3” modified tanto blade offers improved edge retention, strength and hardness. Features a swedged top grind that narrows at the tip for added piercing power, and a black-oxide finish to help hide wear. The black, glass-filled nylon handle is contoured to fit comfortably in hand for continuous use. Designed for safety, the assisted opening allows for quick, secure blade retrieval and features a liner lock that holds the blade in place. The versatile pocketclip supports left- or right-handed use in either tip-up or tip-down position. The perfect addition to any knife collection, the Kershaw Brawler is an excellent utility and multipurpose knife. Review: Absolutely perfect - So I have never written a review on an EDC knife before. I usually stick to writing reviews on things like colognes and speakers/headphones. I am by no means a knife expert, but I do know a thing or two. To start off, I have never owned a high quality/high-end knife. The only knives I have ever owned have been cheap Chinese knives with 440 stainless steel blades. The only good quality knives I have owned to this point were the credit card blades offered on desertcart from Iain Sinclair. Those handy little knives are about as sharp as a box knife if you sharpen them. Anyways this is my first Kershaw knife purchase, and I am beyond impressed with just about everything about this little knife. It did seem a bit small when I first pulled it out of the package, but when i wielded it I realized it fits perfectly in my hand. This knife is definitely not made for people with large hands. The build quality is quite amazing, even if it is made in China instead of the USA. This knife is quite hefty for its size, which helps it feel much more at home in your hands. It feels very sturdy and durable and I expect it to last me a long time considering I don't use knives for much more than helping open boxes and the like. The blade is ridiculously sharp straight out of the box. One must be careful when pulling it out for the first time, as it can and will slice fingers open if mishandled! One of the classic tests for testing a knifes' sharpness is of course trying to slice through a sheet of paper. This blade does so with ease and extreme precision. It is practically effortless to cut paper and anything of similar structure. Another test of sharpness would be trying to shave with the knife. I have not tried it yet but it seems it would most definitely be sharp enough to shave arm or leg hairs. Overall this knife, I feel is worth every penny of the price I paid, which was quite low. I imagine I will be adding several Kershaw knives to my collection over time. The Kershaw Leek is probably at the top of my list right now. Buy this knife, you wont regret it. It is perfect for an EDC, and will easily perform to your satisfaction. I highly recommend this knife if you are looking for something that is good quality and affordable. Especially for a beginner or for your first knife purchase. Review: Sharp and easy to open, but you get what you pay for... - For a short summary skip to the bottom. If you want a fair assessment of the sharpness/quality of the knife reading the whole things would be better. For the price I can't knock it. It's smooth when it opens and closes, has a good albeit small clip that isn't too tight, and comes decently sharp. That being said there are some issues. For example, opening with the 'flipper' nub is smooth and has a satisfying click, but using the thumb tacks isn't quite as easy or smooth and doesn't open with the same click. So it seems like the hinge isn't reinforced very well. While the handle does have a good grip I'm not a huge fan of the 'edgy' pattern, but I can't take away points for that because I knew what it looked like when I bought it. It's not too heavy but doesn't feel cheap either. In short, for a little over twenty bucks this is a good knife. I got it to tear down boxes and do other basic work like that, and it does it's job nicely. I can't speak to the longevity of this blade or how well it holds its edge, but really when can you expect at this price point? My main motivation for writing this post was to clear up how sharp the blade is. Some say it's sharp as hell, others say it's incredibly dull, but really the truth is it's neither. Enthusiasts will knock the blade for being dull because they know how to properly sharpen a knife and buy more expensive knives. For those who buy this as their first knife they will say it's sharp as can be because it does cut well. But I want to put this in perspective. This can easily cut through cardboard, thin rope like para cord, and other 'typical' things like that with a little bit of force, but nothing too excessive. But I want to compare this blade to the spyderco tenacious to make a point. These blades are made out of the same steel, but the tenacious was double the price. This blade, from desertcart without any sharpening, can shave arm hair (with a bit of force, but nothing too crazy) and easily slice through paper when doing the 'paper test'. It cuts through the same materials listed above with noticeably more ease. But again, it was double the price for the same steel. You can either sharpen this blade yourself, or take it to someone who sharpens blades on the cheap and these knives would be mostly equal in terms of the edge. But would you really spend 5-10 bucks to have someone sharpen a $20ish blade? In short: For the price it's great. Can't complain. It's sharp enough so that it isn't a problem, and the build quality exceeds what I would expect with a knife of this price. But if you have cash to burn and want something that comes really sharp from the factory then look at more expensive knives, and maybe other brands. Just remember, you get what you pay for. I fully expect this knife to have a short life because of it's price, especially if I use it while camping. But if it does break, hey, it was only $20ish bucks. ## Features - BRAWLER POCKET KNIFE: The Kershaw Brawler combines style and strength with its all-black design and modified tanto blade, making it a reliable EDC knife for backpacking, tactical work and outdoor adventures. - TANTO PLAIN EDGE BLADE: The modified tanto blade is made from 8Cr13MoV stainless steel that offers improved edge retention, strength and hardness. Black-oxide finish helps to hide scratches and gives the blade an industrial look. - 4-POSITION DEEP CARRY POCKETCLIP: The all-black, glass-filled nylon handle features a curved design for a secure, comfortable hold. An adjustable pocketclip allows for right- or left-handed carry in either tip-up or tip-down position. - DESIGNED FOR SAFETY: This folding knife is equipped with assisted opening for quick, confident blade deployment. Liner lock holds the blade securely in place. - KERSHAW QUALITY: Since 1974, Kershaw has been committed to designing quality knives, built for those who take pride in what they carry. Brawler measures 7.1” overall, with a 3” blade and 3.9 oz weight. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B005UE6GRC | | Age Range (Description) | Adult | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Best Sellers Rank | #25,237 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #17 in Folding Hunting Knives | | Blade Edge | V-Grind | | Blade Length | 3 inches | | Blade Material | Alloy Steel | | Blade Shape | Tanto Point | | Blade Type | Tanto | | Brand | Kershaw | | Brand Name | Kershaw | | Color | Black | | Customer Package Type | Reinforced and cushioned | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 6,928 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00087171033044 | | Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous | | Handle Material | Glass Reinforced Nylon | | Included Components | knife | | Item Length | 6 inches | | Item Shape | Elongated (closed), Blade (open) | | Item Type Name | Folding Knife | | Item Weight | 0.1 kg | | Manufacturer | Kershaw Sporting Goods | | Model Name | Brawler | | Model Number | 1990 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Orientation | variable | | Part Number | 1990 | | Power Source | AC/DC | | Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only | | Recommended Uses For Product | Everyday, Tactical | | Reusability | Reusable | | Size | 3" | | Special Feature | Pocket Clip | | Special Features | Pocket Clip | | Style | Pocketknife | | Theme | Tactical | | UPC | 087171033044 | | Unit Count | 1 Ounce | | Warranty Description | Limited Lifetime Warranty | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** Adult - **Blade Material:** Alloy Steel - **Brand:** Kershaw - **Color:** Black - **Handle Material:** Glass Reinforced Nylon - **Included Components:** knife - **Model Name:** Brawler - **Recommended Uses For Product:** Everyday, Tactical - **Special Feature:** Pocket Clip - **Style:** Pocketknife ## Images ![Kershaw Brawler Pocket Knife, All-Black, 3 Inch Tanto Blade - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/711tN9HCe2L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is this knife made in the USA?** A: My knife blade says 1990 KAI Patented so my understanding is that it’s made in β€œJapan” at least my particular knife.. Either way, a good knife is a good knife regardless of where it happened to have been made. My 2018’ VW GTI was assembled in Mexico for example but this doesn’t somehow change the fact that its regardless a very solid, well made automobile. **Q: how well does the blade sharpen and how long does it stay sharp under use ??** A: It actually sharpens very well, and quickly! 8Cr13MoV is a high-grade stainless steel that is slightly softer than, say, AUS-8 (itss most comparative steel, some say). With a good diamond sharpener, I've found that the blade sharpens fast, and stays sharp under normal/moderately extreme use, from breaking down cardboard boxes to carving sandstone (though highly possible, the latter use is not a good use for any knife). Try the Smith's PocketPal sharpener or one of Kershaw's sharpeners. Hope that helps! **Q: How strong was the handle? I've never seem "glass filled nylon" before and I was wondering if it was sturdy enough to stand up for hard duty?** A: Open the hood of your car. All that black plastic? Glass filled nylon. PA66GF35. Everything is made of it. It's good stuff. Don't worry. **Q: Does the thumb stud protrude on both sides of the blade so that the blade can be opened one-handed in either hand with just the thumb?** A: I’d call the thumbstuds more of a blade stop than a thumbstud They do protrude from each side of the blade but they are so close to the handle that it’s difficult to employ as a thumb stud The flipper is perfect It uses their speedsafe spring system so you should be fine with just the flipper ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely perfect *by L***A on December 15, 2016* So I have never written a review on an EDC knife before. I usually stick to writing reviews on things like colognes and speakers/headphones. I am by no means a knife expert, but I do know a thing or two. To start off, I have never owned a high quality/high-end knife. The only knives I have ever owned have been cheap Chinese knives with 440 stainless steel blades. The only good quality knives I have owned to this point were the credit card blades offered on Amazon from Iain Sinclair. Those handy little knives are about as sharp as a box knife if you sharpen them. Anyways this is my first Kershaw knife purchase, and I am beyond impressed with just about everything about this little knife. It did seem a bit small when I first pulled it out of the package, but when i wielded it I realized it fits perfectly in my hand. This knife is definitely not made for people with large hands. The build quality is quite amazing, even if it is made in China instead of the USA. This knife is quite hefty for its size, which helps it feel much more at home in your hands. It feels very sturdy and durable and I expect it to last me a long time considering I don't use knives for much more than helping open boxes and the like. The blade is ridiculously sharp straight out of the box. One must be careful when pulling it out for the first time, as it can and will slice fingers open if mishandled! One of the classic tests for testing a knifes' sharpness is of course trying to slice through a sheet of paper. This blade does so with ease and extreme precision. It is practically effortless to cut paper and anything of similar structure. Another test of sharpness would be trying to shave with the knife. I have not tried it yet but it seems it would most definitely be sharp enough to shave arm or leg hairs. Overall this knife, I feel is worth every penny of the price I paid, which was quite low. I imagine I will be adding several Kershaw knives to my collection over time. The Kershaw Leek is probably at the top of my list right now. Buy this knife, you wont regret it. It is perfect for an EDC, and will easily perform to your satisfaction. I highly recommend this knife if you are looking for something that is good quality and affordable. Especially for a beginner or for your first knife purchase. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sharp and easy to open, but you get what you pay for... *by S***Y on June 6, 2018* For a short summary skip to the bottom. If you want a fair assessment of the sharpness/quality of the knife reading the whole things would be better. For the price I can't knock it. It's smooth when it opens and closes, has a good albeit small clip that isn't too tight, and comes decently sharp. That being said there are some issues. For example, opening with the 'flipper' nub is smooth and has a satisfying click, but using the thumb tacks isn't quite as easy or smooth and doesn't open with the same click. So it seems like the hinge isn't reinforced very well. While the handle does have a good grip I'm not a huge fan of the 'edgy' pattern, but I can't take away points for that because I knew what it looked like when I bought it. It's not too heavy but doesn't feel cheap either. In short, for a little over twenty bucks this is a good knife. I got it to tear down boxes and do other basic work like that, and it does it's job nicely. I can't speak to the longevity of this blade or how well it holds its edge, but really when can you expect at this price point? My main motivation for writing this post was to clear up how sharp the blade is. Some say it's sharp as hell, others say it's incredibly dull, but really the truth is it's neither. Enthusiasts will knock the blade for being dull because they know how to properly sharpen a knife and buy more expensive knives. For those who buy this as their first knife they will say it's sharp as can be because it does cut well. But I want to put this in perspective. This can easily cut through cardboard, thin rope like para cord, and other 'typical' things like that with a little bit of force, but nothing too excessive. But I want to compare this blade to the spyderco tenacious to make a point. These blades are made out of the same steel, but the tenacious was double the price. This blade, from amazon without any sharpening, can shave arm hair (with a bit of force, but nothing too crazy) and easily slice through paper when doing the 'paper test'. It cuts through the same materials listed above with noticeably more ease. But again, it was double the price for the same steel. You can either sharpen this blade yourself, or take it to someone who sharpens blades on the cheap and these knives would be mostly equal in terms of the edge. But would you really spend 5-10 bucks to have someone sharpen a $20ish blade? In short: For the price it's great. Can't complain. It's sharp enough so that it isn't a problem, and the build quality exceeds what I would expect with a knife of this price. But if you have cash to burn and want something that comes really sharp from the factory then look at more expensive knives, and maybe other brands. Just remember, you get what you pay for. I fully expect this knife to have a short life because of it's price, especially if I use it while camping. But if it does break, hey, it was only $20ish bucks. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Purchased 3 Over the Years - Great Knives *by M***B on October 2, 2023* I've purchased three of these over the last 5 years. I only carry one, but I tent to lose them. I'm left-handed so I have it oriented with the clip for a left pocket. As a result, two of them I've lost from a seat belt grabbing them as I get out of the truck. So, one of my favorite aspects is that they are inexpensive. The mechanism to open and close is very smooth. When new, they can be a little tight but the loosen up over time. It snaps open with just an index finger motion and closing is equally easy. Left-handed, it's really easy to close one-handed as the thumb is positioned perfectly to move the locking tab. There are a few minor nuisances: I've had one where one of the two screws holding the clip would no longer stay tight and the blade does lose its edge easily, but these aren't enough to discourage me from buying them. Sharpening is easy enough and only the one knife had an issue with the screw. If you want an inexpensive but very useful clip-it, this is a great one. ## Frequently Bought Together - Kershaw Brawler Pocketknife, 3" 8Cr13MoV Steel Modified Tanto Blade, Assisted Folder Opening with Flipper, Liner Lock System, Tactical EDC - Kershaw Appa Folding Tactical Pocket Knife, SpeedSafe Opening, 2.75 inch Black Blade and Handle, Small, Lightweight Every Day Carry - Kershaw Misdirect Folding Pocket Knife, 2.9" 4Cr14 Stainless Steel Blade, Compact Frame Lock Design --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sc/products/1411380-kershaw-brawler-pocket-knife-all-black-3-inch-tanto-blade](https://www.desertcart.sc/products/1411380-kershaw-brawler-pocket-knife-all-black-3-inch-tanto-blade) --- *Product available on Desertcart Seychelles* *Store origin: SC* *Last updated: 2026-09-08*