The Spyderco Ikuchi was designed by Paul Alexander, Ph.D, a mechanical engineer and lifelong knife enthusiast. The Ikuchi features a slim, slightly curved handle with full length, skeletonized steel liners and carbon fiber/G-10 laminate handle scales. When in the closed position the Ikuchi's CPM S30V blade is completely contained within the handle, with the exception of a small jimped section of the blade tang that serves as a flipper tab. This allows for either a conventional flip using the index finger, or it can be operated as a front flipper using the thumb. The Ikuchi locks up via Spyderco's patented Compression Lock which allows for easy one handed unlocking. There is a deep carry, wire pocket clip which allows for tip up carry on either the right or left side. Specs: Weight: 2.1 ounces Overall Length: 7.61" Blade Length: 3.26" Blade Steel: CPM S30V Blade Thickness: 0.098" Blade Grind: Full Flat Grind Blade Finish: Satin Handle Material: Carbon Fiber/G-10 Laminate Lock Type: Compression Lock Pocket Clip: Tip Up Left or Right Hand Country of Origin: Taiwan