Kershaw Oso Sweet EDC Pocketknife, 3" 8Cr13MoV Steel Drop Point Blade, Assisted Folder Opening with Flipper, Liner Lock System, Black

Great knife for a great price!My mother in law got me this for Christmas 2011 and I love this knife. The only thing I don't like is that it doesn't have a thumb catch to open it with, but that is very minor as the horn on the lower part of the blade is easy to push and the blade swings out very fast. That horn is part of the blade and it makes a good "hilt" (folders don't have proper hilts though) for your finger to rest up against while cutting or thrusting. The lines of the blade are very nice in my opinion, and the smooth edge will be easy to sharpen, but I loath the idea of taking off the factory edge.The pocket clip is very stiff/firm, which is a good thing because it will not move or fall off of what it's clipped to without a bit more pressure than most require but it is still easy to get out. The handle is comfortable and offers excellent grip.The sharpness of this blade out of the box cannot be overstated, it is VERY sharp in addition to being a well designed blade, so it will cut easily through just about anything you're likely to need it for with little effort. Just as an example, I was using it to cut a chicken leg off of a thigh yesterday and it cut through the bone joint so easily that I'd though it missed the bone, then I pulled out my plastic fork (eating at a dining facility in Afghanistan) and there were tines missing because it cut through the fork and the bone effortlessly!The price with this knife on sale made me buy two more immediately after Christmas, but even at full price this knife is easily worth it (but I refuse to pay full price for anything anymore). If it's on sale I will buy more for gifts and just to keep an extra for myself because I like it even better than my other bigger and more expensive Kershaw. I trust this knife enough to keep it with me in Afghanistan for general all around use and as a last ditch defense against the random Jackal or wild dog that sometimes wanders onto the base (the ~3" blade is long enough to be a decent defensive weapon if you have need). It deploys smoothly and more quickly than any other spring assisted knife I've had, it looks great (better in person than in the pics), and most importantly it cuts well.Also, the extra two shipped and arrived within the same 5 day period, I was pleasantly surprised.

This is a great knife. I'm not a collector or anything, so I don't have much to compare this to, but I tend to buy a new pocket knife every few years to replace older, well-used knives and this is my most recent one. It's also one of my favorites to have owned so far. The assisted opening mechanic is fast and smooth, the blade came nice and sharp, the handle feels solid and durable, and feels nice to hold and use.The most impressive thing is the price. I've paid more money, for knives that I didn't like as much as this one. Also, at this price, there's no real reason to treat it like a delicate baby. It's not going to break the bank if you use it so hard that you need to replace it. These are honestly the most important things to me. Whatever you pay for a knife, if it doesn't serve you well, or you don't like the way it feels, it isn't worth it! If it's too expensive to get dirty, how are you going to do any work with it? The key is to find a balance between fair price, and high quality, and I think this fits the bill, no pun intended.I could possibly see the pocket clip getting caught on things and bent out of shape, like some reviews have said, but it hasn't happened to me yet. Being able to swap which end it's on may also help some people, but I left it the way it was.

First off, let me state that I do not spend tons of money on pocket knives. But I don't buy junk or 'bargain' knives either, they tend to be a waste of money. So, when I saw the Kershaw OSO Sweet on sale for under $20, I was skeptical. But it had an appealing look, so I decided to give it a chance. I'm glad I did, because it has prompted me to buy two similar Kershaws. This knife is proof you don't have to spend lots of money to get a good product.The OSO Sweet has become my favorite pocket knife. It's just what the name says, oh so sweet. It's exceptionally well-made, has good steel, it's attractive, has a nice, assuring heft without feeling like a boat anchor. It's made in China, but at this price point you simply won't find anything better, anywhere.Someone at Kershaw definitely cares about quality control, as this knife in no way looks or feels 'low-priced'.1. Fit and finish: I'll rate it a 10 out of 10. Mine is flawless, I cannot criticize it. It feels great in my hand, and has a distinctive feel. There's no 'jinking' on the blade, but there is some on the back strap. Great ergonomics.2. Quality of material: Again, 10 out of 10. The G10 handle material is nicely rounded and has a non-slip pattern on it that feels good in your hand. The blade material? Kershaw states this is a Chinese knife steel with the same makeup as AUS-8. From other knives I own I'd tend to agree with this (meaning they sharpen similarly) although I'm no metallurgist.3. Sharpness 'right out of the box': 7 out of 10. On this factor I was slightly disappointed. However, a short amount of time spent with my guide-clamp, honing stones and leather strop, and this knife is now as sharp as anything I own, regardless of where it was manufactured. It is seriously, impressively sharp now.4. Edge retention: Honestly, at this point I don't know, I just recently purchased it. From the (very, very little) amount of material that came off the blade during sharpening, I'd say it's going to stay sharp as long as you don't intend to misuse it. After all, it's a pocket knife, not a chainsaw.5. Operation: 10 out of 10. The knife opens solidly with a reassuring snap and the liner lock secures it firmly. I'm sure it will not open accidentally in your pocket...it takes a firm nudge on the blade's 'flipper' to open it. Since I don't 'clip' the knife inside my pocket with the pocket clip, I can't gripe about it. And, since I'm a lefty it gives me a thumb rest when I open the knife. I kind of like that! There are no sharp edges or contours to 'gouge' you as the knife rides in your pocket.To sum it up, considering the fact I had to sharpen mine, I'll rate it as a 9 out of 10. Otherwise, it's perfect. It's good enough to give as a gift, and definitely good enough to be a keeper. It's a terrific little knife.