The Buck Tempest Knife features a 3 1/4" part serrated drop point blade made of 420HC stainless steel. The blade has dual thumb studs and ASAP assist for ambidextrous one hand opening. The skeletonized dark blue and black anodized aluminum handle, 4 1/2" closed, has a blade release ridge, cam lock safety, and liner lock. A stainless steel pocket clip is mounted at the butt end. The Buck Tempest Knife has an overall length of 7 3/4" when open, and weighs 3.6 ounces.
Assisted-opening knives typically have a spring or tension mechanism for blade deployment. Buck Engineers have created an advanced design resulting in ASAP (Advanced Spring Assisted Performance) technology with a dual-spring blade pivot. This, coupled with the cam lock safety and blade release ridge create a safe, smooth, and reliable blade opening system.
Suggested retail price is $89.00.
BU-295BLX, Buck Tempest Knife, Blue and Black Handle, Combo Edge