- 3 3/4″ Stainless Steel Teflon coated combo edge blade
- Aircraft aluminum handle
- Pcoket Clip
- Lock on liner
- 8 1/2″ Overall
Product Description
3 3/4″ Stainless Steel Teflon coated combo edge blade, Aircraft aluminum handle, Pcoket Clip, Lock on liner, 8 1/2″ Overall… More >>
#1 by N. Wright on May 6, 2010 - 3:34 am
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I purchased this knife based on the fact that Smith & Wesson is a reputable company. I have used their firearms before and have never been let down. This knife, however, has greatly disappointed me. I have used it sparingly, as a day-to-day pocket knife. I think the most serious job I have ever used it for was cutting loose the zip ties on my niece’s Christmas presents. I have been gentle with this knife, never dropping it or in any other way attempting to ‘put it to the test’. After having it only a few short weeks, already two of the screws used to keep the middle bracing in place have fallen out. Also, from day one, the blade had more wobble in it that I would have expected from such a well known company. I threw out the packaging with the rest of the Christmas trash…hopefully I can get my money back for this piece of junk!
**1.16.10
I must note, on the topic of screws falling out, I contacted the company that handles the warranty on all S&W knives, and they promptly sent me a full kit of replacement screws. I guess that when I put them in I will try super glue or something.
Rating: 3 / 5
#2 by Rick on May 6, 2010 - 4:35 am
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This is a solid, nicely balanced knife suitable for everyday carry as well as on the job or in the field work. Quick opening locks firmly. Safety latch engages positively. VERY SHARP. All metal, no plastic so it has a very nice heft to it. As noted by another review, the handle is all textured metal, no rubber. Easy to handle even when wet/damp. This is my everyday carry knife.
Rating: 5 / 5
#3 by Alann45 on May 6, 2010 - 5:27 am
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Seems well constructed. MAGIC assisted opening system works fast and locks solidly. Overall fit and finish is good to very good for this price range. Opens as fast as an automatic. There is also a safety to prevent accidental opening.
It is described as “Black aluminum with black rubber inserts handle” and this is NOT correct. There are no rubber inserts. The textured area you see in the photo is VERY rough textured aluminum NOT rubber.
On the plus side this does provide a very positive gripping surface, but, IMHO, this material is too rough for a folder designed to be carried in a pocket or under clothing. It WILL abraid fabric and could easily get snagged being retrieved.
And to me it gives what otherwise might be 5 star rated knife a negative “feel”. The error in the description may be due to S&W (Taylor) planning to use rubber inserts but then deciding the cost was prohibitive. I wish it had been made with the rubber inserts or a more subtle texturing.
Rating: 4 / 5
#4 by Mr. PBody on May 6, 2010 - 8:04 am
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I just bought this knife and it is truly a fine piece of craftsmanship. The knife feels very solid and well put together. It has two ways of opening the blade — a thumbstud and a switch. The assisted opening spring is so strong that you may be a little surprised how much effort it takes to open it the first time around. You really have to push/press hard no matter which mechanism you use. Now I like this — gives the knife a good hard quality. But I can see how it can make it difficult for some people to use. Nevertheless, if you’re going to be handling a knife of this caliber you better not be complaining about how it hurts your pretty little finger to open it. As for the quality of the blade — unparalleled in this price range. Comes sharp and you can make it even sharper to really slice through any reasonable job. It’s got sandpaper on most of the grip so it won’t be slipping out of your hand. And the locking mechanism is tight. It will not falter.
Again I’ve bought a finely made Smith & Wesson product and again I am more than pleased. This is a reputable company that obviously takes great pride in their work.
Rating: 5 / 5