With a textured aluminum handle and CRYO D2 blade, SOG-TAC AU is a fast-opening folding knife that springs to action with either hand, and stays open with exceptional lock-up strength thanks to SOGs advanced AU-XR Lock. An American-made switchblade, it's a muscular go-to and back-up tool for military, first responders, and defensive carry users who will appreciate the reliable Double-action Safety. SMOOTH/QUALITY Solid ergonomically designed assist folding. Locks beautifully open and closed. The quality and care with construction are evident with the butter smooth assisted opening. All of that wouldn't mean as much without a notably superior edge; no worries there SOG-TAC-AU is formidable and stealthy. This knife is a blue chip addition. Practical and tactically spot on. Customer Review, May 2022 SAFE TO GO IN ONE PULL Innovative blade lock-out that allows you to go from safe to blade open in one pull, with SOGs Double-action Safety. MICRO-TEXTURED, NOT OVER-TEXTURED SOG-TAC AUs aluminum handle has a machined micro-texture surface that provides the right level of grip in all the right places without wearing out your hand or your pocket. FEATURES SUMMARY SOG-TAC AU is a wholly modern solution to a hard-use, automatic duty knife. It features SOGs strong AU-XR locking mechanism, CRYO D2 steel and rapid opening. CRYO D2 STEEL A versatile high-carbon tool steel cryogenically heat-treated to SOGs unique performance specifications. D2 provides the ideal combination of edge retention and durability for long term use with ease of maintenance. MICRO-TEXTURED HANDLES SOG-TAC AUs aluminum handle has a machined microtexture surface that provides the right level of grip in all the right places without wearing out your hand or your pocket. DOUBLE-ACTION SAFETY Integrated into a single interface, the double-action safety prevents accidental blade deployment, while still delivering sure, consistent on-demand opening.