Kershaw – KS9000TSW – Livewire – Automatic Knife – CPM MagnaCut Stonewash Tanto – 6061 T6 Aluminum – Black

The Kershaw KS9000TSW Livewire Tanto is a USA-made out-the-front automatic knife designed in collaboration with custom knife maker Matt Diskin. Built around Kershaw’s Livewire platform, this compact OTF combines premium CPM MagnaCut blade steel, a lightweight 6061-T6 aluminum handle, and a purpose-driven Tanto blade profile. The result is a rugged automatic knife that delivers a distinctive combination of cutting performance, strength, corrosion resistance, and convenient everyday carry. Kershaw’s published materials identify the Tanto configuration as model 9000T and confirm its 3.3-inch blade, 8.1-inch overall length, and 3.1-ounce weight. The Tanto blade is crafted from CPM MagnaCut stainless steel, a premium powdered-metallurgy steel known for its balanced combination of toughness, edge retention, and corrosion resistance. Its American Tanto-style profile gives the blade a strong, reinforced point and a predominantly straight cutting edge. Kershaw notes that this blade shape is well suited to push cuts while providing a durable tip. The blade on the KS9000TSW features a rugged stonewashed/BlackWash-style finish that complements the utilitarian character of the design while helping minimize the appearance of everyday scratches and wear. Operation is handled by the Livewire’s out-the-front automatic mechanism. The blade deploys and retracts through the front of the handle, with an internal OTF locking mechanism securing the blade during use. The textured black anodized 6061-T6 aluminum handle provides a strong yet lightweight foundation, while the curved, staircase-like thumb button is positioned for comfortable operation. The handle texturing also adds grip and gives the knife its distinctive industrial appearance. Kershaw specifically lists the Livewire Tanto as an out-the-front automatic with an internal OTF lock. At only 3.1 ounces, the Livewire Tanto maintains a remarkably lightweight profile for an automatic OTF knife. Its reversible deep-carry pocket clip supports tip-down carry on either the right or left side, giving users flexibility when configuring the knife for their preferred carry position. With an 8.1-inch open length and 4.8-inch closed length, it offers a useful full-size cutting platform while remaining compact enough for convenient pocket carry.

Specifications:

Model / SKU: KS9000TSW

Manufacturer Model: 9000T

Model Name: Livewire Tanto

Designer: Matt Diskin

Opening Mechanism: Out-the-front automatic

Blade Length: 3.30″ (84 mm)

Closed Length: 4.80″ (122 mm)

Overall Length: 8.10″ (206 mm)

Blade Material: CPM MagnaCut stainless steel

Blade Thickness: 0.125″ (3.2 mm)

Blade Style: Tanto

Blade Finish: Stonewash / BlackWash

Handle Material: Black anodized 6061-T6 aluminum

Handle Thickness: 0.48″ (12.2 mm)

Locking Mechanism: Internal OTF lock

Pocket Clip: Reversible deep-carry, tip-down, right/left carry

Weight: 3.10 oz. (88 g)

Country of Manufacture: USA

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