The distinctive X-5 flipper from Hogue offers effortless opening action without the aid of a spring. Utilizing Hogue's state of the art deployment technology, the blade rockets into open position and locks firmly in place. A sliding safety adds an extra level of blade security when in the open position. This Allen Elishewitz design provides easy one-handed opening and closing and a comfortably contoured handle. Item includes an ergonomic pocket clip, that is reversible for left or right-hand carry. This X-5 model is outfitted with a spearpoint style blade in a black Cerakote finish. Features Hogue's new revolutionary deployment technology offers automatic opening speed in a completely manual knife. Blade has been hand sharpened and honed for an extremely sharp and durable cutting edge. 6061-T6 aircraft aluminum handle has a hard anodized black finish with a G-Mascus insert for a secure and comfortable grip.