The Buck Tempest Knife features a 3 1/4" drop point blade made of 420HC stainless steel. The blade has dual thumb studs and ASAP assist for ambidextrous one hand opening. The skeletonized deep platinum 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-295DP, Buck Tempest Knife, Deep Platinum Handle, Plain Edge