Gerber 22-41527 Vallotton Fast Draw, Spring Assisted Opening, Knife - Serrated Edge Drop Point Blade, Glass Filled Nylon Gun-Checkered Handle  Product Reviews

"Not a horrible deal for the discounted price but in a sign that manufacturers may be rushing these to production before states start to close the loopholes allowing them, there are some fit and finish issues (not a knife expert so don't know the technical terms): The mechanism, which is located at the join of handle and blade, has stops in it that grind a bit on opening and closing which makes me think that it might be a durability issue. It doesn't seem to slow the opening speed noticeably but it's odd. Related to the above mentioned mechanism location, the blade has some noticeable lateral play when open. Not something you would see with a conventional folder of this price. The safety lock is alternately sticky and loose leading to some interferance with opening and closing. Additionally, to unlock the blade for closing you push the lock forward (toward the blade) raising the potential for an accidental closure if really bearing down on a project. When locked closed the blade still has enough play to extend out about 3/16 of an inch beyond the handle making it a potential pocket cutter. On the plus sides it is attractive and the blade is quite sharp. So sort of okay for the price but not as tight as it should be and obviously a "bandwagon" release that is meant to capitalize on the trend. I'm looking for a 2.5" assisted that I can give as a gift and this isn't it. I have a 3.5" SOG that is double the price but is also rock solid (SOG mechanism is a bit slower but strikes me as being less prone to wear as it is piston-based) and doesn't have any of the cons listed above. Have a Camillus coming so I'll be interested to compare. "

"Super quick, lightening speed to use and open. Im happy - four & 1/2 stars. I wish the blade was stamped what type of steel it is. No matter, it's scalpel sharp and would do the job on any 4 or 2 legged critters. My daily carry."