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edge with plenty of bite. The large dual
thumb studs allow sure purchase with
either hand for smooth opening action.

The studs are also large enough to be
manipulated while wearing gloves.

The OD green handle feels rigid
and solid. A stippled surface texture
provides a secure, nonslip grip without

being overly aggressive. The Lite carries
blade tip up and the pocket clip is
ambidextrous. Rounded contours make
the handle user friendly, reducing hot
spots and promoting comfort over
extended use.
Th e blade opens and locks with a
crisp, assuring thwack. As a result you’ll
probably never need the safety, though
it’s nice to have just in case. Th e 3.5-
inch blade offers a good balance of edge

retention and sharpening ease.
With its various curves, the handle
feels as if it were made for your hand.
Flat grinds make the wharncliffe blade of the
Big, rounded and contoured—which
V Nives Rocky an excellent slicer, penetrating
is one reason why it feels so good—it and cleaving through a variety of materials.
consumes a lot of room in a pocket.
Hence, you might want to consider an

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spine where your thumb or index finger

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