The Columbia River Knife 2485K, affectionately known as The Squid, is the epitome of an ideal everyday carry knife. It manages to flawlessly merge simplicity, functionality, and top-notch performance. Despite being the tiniest member of its family, the Squid Compact doesn\'t compromise on the wealth of advanced features it offers.It comes with Assisted Opening, a mechanism that allows the blade to swiftly open with a simple thumb flick. Thanks to its Ikbs bearings, you can count on smooth opening and closing every single time. The blade is forged from high-carbon steel, which not only ensures durability but also ease of sharpening.Made from strong stainless steel, the knife\'s handle provides it with both a lifetime of endurance and a comforting heftiness when held in hand. The Squid Compact also sports a low-profile clip for easy and secure storage in your pocket. Alternatively, you can take advantage of the lanyard hole and hang it on a keychain or fob for easy access.