# Understated Pocket Knives The Kershaw Concierge is a Stylish Modern Gentleman's Knife By Justin Lam | Published 2018-09-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kershaw-concierge References: [everydaycarry](http://everydaycarry.com/posts/30922/kershaw-concierge?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) & [kershaw.kaiusaltd](https://kershaw.kaiusaltd.com/knives/knife/concierge) Designed for discrete everyday carry, the [Kershaw Concierge](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kershaw-bel-air-mint-chocolate-chip) is an understated blade that can be easily tucked away or used in a multitude of situations. Designed to be a [modern gentleman's knife](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benchmade-82-laro), the Kershaw Concierge combines practical [EDC](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allmetal-pocket-knife) features alongside sleek minimalist designs. The knife owes its design to knifemaker Dmitry Sinkevich, who aimed to give the blade a sense of character through understated yet eye-catching details. The blade itself comes in at a reasonable 3.25" and features a sleek gray carbo-nitride coating. The mechanism driving the Kershaw Concierge is a flipper that utilizes Kershaw's KVT ball bearing system. This ensures the knife can easily be deployed with one hand without the need for an obtrusive thumb stud or screw. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Understated Pocket Knives:** There is an opportunity for knife manufacturers to create more understated and aesthetically pleasing designs. - **Modern Gentleman's EDC:** There is a trend towards designing everyday carry items that cater towards the modern gentleman. - **Effortless Deployment Mechanisms:** There is a trend towards creating deployment mechanisms that allow for easy, one-handed opening of pocket knives. ### Where This Applies - **Knife Manufacturing:** There is an opportunity for knife manufacturers to innovate in designs that balance practicality and aesthetics. - **EDC Accessories:** There is an opportunity for companies to cater towards the needs of the modern gentleman with well-crafted and understated everyday carry items. - **Mechanical Engineering:** There is an opportunity for engineers to design better and more efficient deployment mechanisms for everyday carry items. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Poshly Designed Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wesn-x-pco-slipjoint-microblade-knife.md) - [Minimalist EDC Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-james-brand-the-ellis-slim.md) - [Haute Eyewear-Inspired EDCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chic-pocket-knife.md) - [Minimalist EDC Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-james-brand-the-wells.md) - [Minimalist Multipurpose Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victorinox-special-companion-damast-knife-2025.md) - [Wallet-Ready Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bison-gears-kiridashi-pocket-knife.md) - [Dessert-Themed EDC Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kershaw-bel-air-mint-chocolate-chip.md) - [Limited-Edition EDC Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crkt-facet-viral.md) - [EDC Foldable Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quadrant-knife.md)