I have been a fan of Gerber blades since my last pocket knife which I owned for many years without any complaints. The blade stayed razor sharp with a routine sharpening every few months and the frame never became loose from the blade even after "average" everyday use.
The blade would open into a locking position with the simple flick of the wrist or you could use your thumb/index finger to flick the blade open via the well-placed peg.
I recently lost my favorite knife I have ever owned which was the previous model of the blade you see before you. This newer model although it comes in a new stainless steel finish has one terrible modification. There is a new safety mechanism that holds the blade into place while in a closed position. I am a southpaw (left-handed individual) and it is near impossible to flick the blade open using my index finger, which was the reason I loved the original model I had. It allowed for quick access to the blade and it's utility. In a downward thrusting position the blade still opens with a simple flick of the wrist but I miss the ease of motion in the upright position that the last knife I had provided.
There is a chance that this new model will not affect the blade play for those of you who are right-handed but I just wanted to forewarn those few "lefty's" out there looking for a smooth-action knife.
All in all, Gerber still makes the best blades out there for the money, and I will continue to purchase their products.
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Gerber 22-48447 Paraframe II Knife, Stainless, Serrated EdgeProduct Description: Gerber 2248447 Gerber Knife Paraframe II Stainless.
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To start I really like this knife; I have been through several knifes that range from $5 to $30 and this one works well without costing more. They have changed the way the knife locks and so a previous problem has been remedied. Now the frame holds the knife in place and will not close without serious force. So, if you are looking for a knife to keep handy on your pocket, that will open with one hand, stay in place, stay sharp, and not break the bank. Then buy this knife.