The source product title for this knife includes "MGE" as a suffix that does not appear on any other Launch 12 SKU in this catalog (7125DAM, 7125GRYBW, 7130BLUBW, 7130OLSW). It is not clear from the title alone whether MGE denotes a specific product sub-variant, a distributor or vendor stock code, a limited-run designation, or something else entirely. Confirm the meaning and correct SKU formatting at kershawknives.com before publishing this product page, and verify whether "MGE" should appear in the customer-facing product name or whether it is internal-use-only.

This product title lists a 2.5-inch blade. The other confirmed 7125-prefix Launch 12 SKUs in this catalog — the 7125DAM (forged Damascus) and 7125GRYBW (CPM-154 blackwash) — are both built to a 2.4-inch blade length. A 0.1-inch difference between otherwise same-prefix SKUs could reflect a rounding inconsistency in product titles, a genuine third blade length variant within the 7125 family, or a typographical error. Confirm the exact blade length for this specific knife at kershawknives.com before publishing.

The Kershaw Launch 12 uses a side-button automatic mechanism — press the button on the spine of the handle and the blade deploys instantly, locking open via the liner lock. To close, disengage the liner lock with your thumb and fold the blade back into the handle. The Launch 12 is a folding automatic knife — the CPM-154 black blade pivots from the handle. Automatic knives are subject to the same state and federal restrictions as OTF automatics. See the legality FAQ below before purchasing.

Side-button automatic knives are subject to strict regulation under federal and state law. Under federal law, the interstate sale and transport of automatic knives is restricted. State laws vary significantly: some states permit automatic knives freely, some restrict blade length, some require permits or military or law enforcement status, and some prohibit them entirely. Knifeworks cannot provide legal advice. It is your responsibility to verify that automatic knives are legal in your state, county, and municipality before purchasing. Check your local laws at akti.org (American Knife and Tool Institute) or call us at 888-225-9775 — we will not ship to addresses in states where automatic knives are prohibited.

The 7125 MGE shares the Launch 12 mini automatic platform with the 7125DAM and 7125GRYBW. The 7125 MGE runs CPM-154 with a black blade finish on blue aluminum with carbon fiber insert — the most color-bold configuration, fully unified black blade against a bright handle color. The 7125GRYBW runs CPM-154 with a blackwash finish on gray aluminum with carbon fiber inlay — a dimensional dark blade on a neutral handle. The 7125DAM runs forged Damascus on gray aluminum with carbon fiber inlay — a per-blade-unique pattern requiring active moisture maintenance. For the boldest color statement, the 7125 MGE. For a neutral dimensional dark blade, the 7125GRYBW. For Damascus uniqueness, the 7125DAM.

This product is described with a "carbon fiber insert" handle, while the other Launch 12 SKUs in this catalog use "carbon fiber inlay." Both terms generally describe carbon fiber elements incorporated into an aluminum handle frame rather than full structural carbon fiber panels. It has not been confirmed whether "insert" and "inlay" describe the same construction method with different terminology, or whether they represent a genuine difference in how the carbon fiber is applied to or set into the handle. Confirm this terminology distinction at kershawknives.com before finalizing product copy.

CPM-154 is the powder metallurgy version of the classic 154CM stainless steel formula, produced by Crucible Industries. The powder metallurgy process produces a more uniform carbide distribution than conventionally melted 154CM, resulting in better edge retention, improved toughness, and cleaner sharpening behavior while retaining 154CM's excellent corrosion resistance. The black finish adds a functional corrosion barrier on top of CPM-154's already excellent stainless resistance, producing a fully unified dark blade. No active moisture maintenance required.

Kershaw offers a lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. If the knife fails due to a manufacturing defect, Kershaw will repair or replace it at no charge. Warranty service is handled directly by Kershaw — not Knifeworks. Submit a claim through Kershaw's website at kershawknives.com with a description of the issue and proof of purchase. Normal wear, black blade finish wear, handle anodize wear, carbon fiber surface wear, sharpening, and damage from misuse are not covered.

The Kershaw Launch 12 7125 MGE is manufactured in the USA at Kershaw's production facility in Tualatin, Oregon. Domestic manufacture is a consistent feature of the full Launch series. The 7125 MGE carries the Kershaw Lifetime Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.