Designed by Mike Snody, the knife features his signature ergonomic handle lines and a thick, aggressive blade geometry with a deep belly, making it an excellent cutter. Unlike many standard Benchmade models, the. Utilizes full, solid stainless steel liners (not skeletonized) and an oversized blade stop pin. This gives the knife a distinct heft and an incredibly rigid lockup, but pushes the weight up near 5 ounces. The thin, flat black G10 scales feature a subtle pebbled texture. This provides an aggressive, secure grip without being overly abrasive on pockets compared to aluminum alternatives. Powered by Benchmade’s patented AXIS lock, deployment is completely ambidextrous via dual thumb studs. The heavy 0.150 blade stock builds strong momentum, resulting in a famously fast and smooth firing action. RARE discontinued Model, price accordingly!